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Role: Executive Assistant
Contract: Permanent, Full Time
Location: Hybrid working. Cornwall or London office three days per week, home working two days per week.
Job Purpose
The Executive Assistant will provide administrative and internal and external stakeholder management support to the Executive Director. The role will also provide some support to the Director of Finance and Administration, and the wider team.
Eligible candidates should be extremely organised, have excellent communication and the confidence to independently manage a wide variety of tasks and stakeholders. They must have relevant experience in supporting executive roles and be enthusiastic and proactive in completing a wide variety of vital tasks independently.
The position will be hybrid, with 3 days per week (Tues-Thurs) based in Oceana’s UK offices in Newquay, Cornwall or Paddington, London. Regular national, and occasional international, travel will be required to meet team members and stakeholders in geographically diverse locations, including Washington, DC.
About Oceana UK
Oceana UK is focused on some of the biggest threats facing UK seas, including protecting seabed habitats, ending overfishing, and preventing new offshore oil and gas developments. We fight for UK seas to get the protections they deserve through highly visible campaigns and detailed policy interventions to secure measurable changes to rebuild and maintain ocean abundance and health. We act as a vital public-policy interface – raising the profile of our issues through campaigns, science, communications, and expeditions, and directly influencing policymakers and politicians.
We are now at a pivotal moment of growth, impact, and development. We have delivered meaningful progress in our first full three years of operations, helping secure major victories to protect and restore UK seas, including protecting huge areas of our seas from industrial fishing and stopping new offshore oil and gas expansion. Working closely with our international team, we are now evolving our organisation and campaigns to deliver even greater impact in the next 3-5 years, underpinned by strengthened funder relationships.
Our small, experienced, and highly motivated team are based in London and Cornwall, coming together both digitally and in person as part of developing and delivering our ambitious campaign strategy to restore ocean biodiversity and abundance. We’re proud of the team we’re creating here in the UK, and we’d love for you to join us.
Responsibilities
Requirements
Application Deadline: 19 July 2026
Interviews: From 30 July 2026
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We're hiring:
Finance Assistant
Salary: £31,022 per year (pro rata)
Hours: Part-time - 24 hours per week
Contract: Permanent, with a six-month probationary period
Location: Remote working or hybrid (as preferred)
Closing date: Tuesday 21 July 2026, 5.00pm
Interview date: Thursday 30 July 2026
About the role
Church Action on Poverty is a small, national charity working alongside people in poverty to build dignity, agency and power, and to end poverty in the UK. We're looking for a Finance Assistant to join our friendly finance team and help keep our organisation running smoothly.
You'll maintain accurate financial records, support colleagues across the country with day-to-day finance queries, and help our Finance Manager keep our systems and processes in good shape. It's a varied, hands-on role at the heart of a movement working to end poverty.
What you'll be doing
● Keeping our financial systems accurate and up to date through careful record-keeping.
● Providing day-to-day financial support to colleagues across the organisation.
● Supporting the Finance Manager to develop and maintain financial systems and processes.
● Processing invoices, reconciling accounts and bank statements, and recording income using Quickbooks and Salesforce.
● Supporting expense tracking, reporting and grant administration for our programmes.
What we're looking for
Someone organised, methodical and comfortable working with numbers, who wants to use their finance skills for a cause that matters. Experience with Quickbooks or similar accounting software and databases is a real advantage, as is a genuine interest in our mission to end poverty.
Why join us
● 25 days' annual leave pro rata, plus statutory holidays.
● 10% employer pension contribution (with a 5% employee contribution).
● Fully funded cash-plan health insurance for you and your dependants.
● Flexible, remote working or hybrid working between home and our Manchester office.
How to apply
Please apply by completing our application form. Full details of how to apply are included in the pack.
Closing date: Tuesday 21 July 2026, 5.00pm
Interviews: Thursday 30 July 2026
Successful candidates will already have the right to live and work in the UK without restrictions.
Church Action on Poverty is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, and welcomes applications from all sections of the community, particularly from people with lived experience of poverty.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Development Manager
Location: Cambridge, UK OR Remote, UK, with regular travel to Cambridge
Salary: £44,000-£48,000 p.a. full-time equivalent, dependent on experience
Basis: Fixed-term contract (12 months). Full-time, part-time or flexible.
Eligibility: You must be eligible to work in the UK
The role
We are looking for a Development Manager to join our fundraising team to support our ambitious, global mission to democratise computing and AI education for all young people. . You’ll build and manage a global portfolio of strategic, high-value funding partners that share and advance our mission. Through effective relationship building and account management, you’ll engage donors with the aim of growing their long-term support for our work.
The ideal candidate will have experience of successful corporate/institutional partnership development and/or stewardship at a national or international scale. You may also have experience working with trusts and foundations or securing sponsorship for events.
We strive to make the Foundation a place where talented people who care about our mission can do the best work of their careers. We have a flexible and collaborative approach to all aspects of our work. If you’re the right person for the job, we’ll make it work for you, and you can be confident that you’ll be working with an exceptional team of people who care about our mission and each other
We work hard to make sure that the Foundation is a place where everyone is supported to do the best work of their careers. We have a flexible and collaborative approach to all aspects of our work. If you're the right person for the job, we’ll make it work for you, and you can be confident that you’ll be joining an exceptional team of people who care about our mission and each other.
Responsibilities
Experience and personal attributes
We recognise that everyone has the potential for growth. We welcome applications from candidates who can demonstrate that they have some, but not necessarily all, of the experience and personal attributes listed here.
You should have:
Ideally, you’ll also have:
About us
The Raspberry Pi Foundation is an independent charity with a global mission to enable all young people to realise their full potential through the power of computing and digital technologies.
We empower schools to teach computer science and AI literacy through free curricula, classroom resources, purpose built software tools, and professional development for teachers. We inspire young people to become tech creators through the world's largest networks of coding clubs. We undertake original research that informs our work and which we use to advance the field of computer science education more broadly.
All of our resources and learning experiences are available for anyone to use at no cost. We are particularly focused on creating opportunities for young people who experience educational disadvantage and those who come from backgrounds traditionally underrepresented in technology industries.
Over the past decade, we have supported hundreds of thousands of educators and tens of millions of students. We have teams in six countries (India, Ireland, Kenya, South Africa, the UK and US) and partnerships with mission-aligned non-profit organisations in over 60 countries.
We are at the forefront of the global educational movement to expand access to computer science education and AI literacy. You can learn more about our work in our latest Annual Report.
Benefits
In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a wide range of benefits for all of our colleagues.
Timetable for applications
Closing date: 6 July 2026, 9:00am
Phone screen: Week commencing 6th July 2026
First interview: Week commencing 13 July 2026
Second interview: Week commencing 20 July 2026
Our recruitment process
All of our workplaces are inclusive spaces where we want people to feel respected, valued, and able to do their best work. We are committed to building teams that bring together people with a broad range of backgrounds, skills, and perspectives. That starts with our recruitment process.
Here's what you can expect:
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Everyone appointed to a role at the Foundation will be required to undergo a background check to confirm that you are a suitable person to work with children. Further background checks will be made at regular intervals thereafter.
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Primary Responsibilities
Salesforce Platform Management
· Day to day management of the Back Up Trust Salesforce system
· Implement and enforce data quality standards within Salesforce, including regular data cleansing, deduplication, and validation procedures to ensure the accuracy of information
· Create and manage flows and approval processes within Salesforce to automate business processes and increase operational efficiency
· Ensure security and compliance by continuously monitoring and managing user profiles, roles, and permissions
· Maintain comprehensive documentation of Salesforce configurations, data models, and integration processes.
· Work with various Salesforce applications (for example FormAssembly) to enhance Salesforce capabilities
· Stay updated on industry best practices and emerging Salesforce technologies, making recommendations for their adoption when appropriate
User Training, Support & Adoption
· Create and maintain user guides, training materials, process documentation, and knowledge resources
· Lead onboarding and refresher training sessions for new and existing staff
· Provide ongoing user support and troubleshooting to promote confidence and effective system use
· Identify gaps in user knowledge and recommend targeted training or process improvements
· Promote best practice use of Salesforce and associated systems across the organisation
· Gather feedback from users to improve system usability, processes, and adoption
· Champion a positive data culture and encourage consistent, accurate use of Salesforce across teams
· Develop a Salesforce adoption strategy to maximise organisational value from the platform
· Monitor system adoption and engagement, identifying opportunities to improve usage and staff capability
Reporting
· Develop dashboards and reporting frameworks that support operational performance monitoring and strategic decision-making
· Work with teams to define KPIs and reporting requirements across fundraising, services, finance, and engagement activities
· Support the development of a data-driven culture across the organisation
Governance & Data Stewardship
· Develop and maintain Salesforce governance processes, including change request management, release procedures, and prioritisation frameworks
· Support organisational compliance with GDPR and data protection requirements in collaboration with the Data Protection Officer
· Monitor and improve data governance practices, ensuring consistency of data standards across teams
Supplier & Project Management
· Coordinate system enhancements, testing, and deployments with Back-Up’s third-party Salesforce partner
· Support project delivery for future Salesforce developments and integrations
Data Protection Officer (DPO) Responsibilities
In addition to Salesforce and systems responsibilities, the postholder will act as Back Up's designated Data Protection Officer (DPO), providing leadership and oversight of data protection compliance across the organisation.
Additional Responsibilities
In addition to Salesforce platform management, the postholder will play a key role in supporting the organisation's wider data, systems and digital transformation agenda. Responsibilities may include:
· Support the development and implementation of Back Up's wider systems and technology strategy, ensuring Salesforce integrates effectively with the broader technology landscape.
· Act as a subject matter expert on organisational data and systems architecture, helping to identify opportunities for system improvement, integration and automation.
· Support the evaluation, implementation and ongoing management of business applications beyond Salesforce, ensuring systems remain fit for purpose and aligned with organisational needs.
· Contribute to digital transformation projects, working with colleagues and external partners to improve processes, efficiency and user experience across the organisation.
· Monitor emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI), and make recommendations on their appropriate and responsible adoption to support organisational objectives.
· Provide support and guidance on IT-related matters, liaising with external suppliers and managed service providers where appropriate.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Experience
Essential
· Experience of managing the day-to-day operations of a Salesforce system; including expertise in change control and user support
· Experience of working on the continuous development of a Salesforce system
· Experience managing CRM-related projects or workstreams
· Experience of developing training and delivering workshops and one-to-one sessions with staff at all levels
· Experience of implementing, managing, monitoring and reporting on end-to-end security of Salesforce and integrated software applications
· Experience of developing effective working relationship with external development partners
· Experience of Salesforce within a non-profit context with Salesforce Nonprofit Success Pack (NPSP) or Non-profit Cloud structure, objects and functionality
· Experience with third-party form-builders such as Form Assembly
· Ability to manage testing, documentation and change processes in a structured and consistent manner
Desirable
· Experience of a large-scale Salesforce implementation project in the Not for Profit sector
· Experience of working with email marketing platforms
Knowledge and skills
Essential
· Relevant Salesforce Administrator certification
· Project management experience, with demonstrable ability to deliver projects to time and budget
· Strong analytical skills and ability to design systems and processes to facilitate data analysis
· Knowledge and experience of UK data security law and principles
· Ability to communicate technical language to non-technical audiences, visually and verbally
· Able to demonstrate good judgment and use initiative, with high attention to detail to produce accurate work of a high quality
· Be an enthusiastic, approachable and confident team player, with a willingness to learn
Desirable
· Project management qualification
Closing date: Rolling recruitment
We currently review application only through Charity Jobs ATS. Please apply through Charity jobs as we will not be accepting offline applications.
Charity Jobs will ask you for a CV & Cover Letter (saying why you want the job and explaining how you meet the criteria in the job description. This statement is crucial; CVs alone will not be accepted).
Please complete equal opportunities form on charity Jobs. This form will be kept separate from your application and not viewed by the recruiting manager. It is used to help us assess the diversity of our applicants to ensure our processes are fair to all. It is optional to fill in, but it will help us improve and maintain high standards.
At Back Up, our vision is a world where everyone affected by spinal cord injury can reach their full potential.

The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
With Salesforce, Microsoft O365, and Power BI as our primary business systems, this role helps to refine and enhance our ways of working, while gaining exposure to system development across a broad range of platforms.
Working in close partnership with the Change Manager, the Business Analyst acts as a key interface between the Foundation’s business functions – including Impact on Urban Health, Charities, People & Culture, and Endowment – and the technical specialists within the Technology team.
The Business Analyst is fundamental to ensuring that colleagues across the organisation are equipped with the systems, processes, and information they require to deliver high quality, impactful work.
Strategic Alignment
• Recommend and champion improvements to the Foundation’s ways of working to ensure alignment with the Digital Transformation Strategy.
Business Analysis
• Analyse business processes to understand current workflows and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, effectiveness, and user experience.
Requirements Gathering & Documentation
• Facilitate workshops, interviews, and discovery sessions to gather requirements.
• Produce clear documentation including user stories, acceptance criteria, process maps, and functional specifications.
Data Analysis
• Interpret organisational data to identify trends, issues and opportunities.
• Support evidence-based decision making across teams.
Project Delivery & Project Management
• Lead project delivery using agile methodologies where appropriate.
• Manage delivery against agreed plans and report progress to internal and external stakeholders.
• Identify and manage project risks, issues, and dependencies.
Process Design & Support
• Work closely with users to design new processes and optimise existing ones.
• Support teams to ensure processes are followed effectively and in line with governance requirements.
• Collaborate with People & Culture to develop training and induction materials that support effective system and process use.
Stakeholder Engagement
• Build strong working relationships across the Foundation.
• Manage expectations and priorities across technical and non-technical groups.
Business Partnering
• Work collaboratively with the Technology team to identify patterns, cross-organisational opportunities, and recurring issues.
• Support technical colleagues in responding to end user support requests.
Testing & Quality Assurance
• Ensure all developments are thoroughly tested and meet user expectations.
• Contribute to consistent standards in terminology, templates, and record management.
Product Backlog Management
• Manage the product backlog in partnership with product owners and the Salesforce administration team, ensuring prioritisation aligns with business needs.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date process documentation, standard operating procedures, and knowledge base materials.
Documentation & Knowledge Management
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date process documentation, standard operating procedures, and knowledge base materials.
Governance & Compliance
• Ensure system and process designs comply with internal governance frameworks, audit requirements and data protection regulations.
Business As Usual Activities
• Support day-to-day system operations, including responding to support requests, performing minor configuration changes, and delivering training.
• Carry out any additional ad hoc tasks required to support the Technology team.
Ways of Working
• Lead and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, enhancing the Technology team’s internal ways of working.
Role responsibilities are not exhaustive, and you would be reasonably expected to take on wider tasks that are commensurate with the level of your role
Skills, abilities, and attributes:
• Self-starter – adaptable, proactive, works with integrity, and exhibits our enterprising, collaborative, delivery-minded and inclusive cultural and behavioural values.
• Excellent interpersonal skills – able to liaise with both internal and external teams confidently and effectively.
• Excellent written and oral communication.
• Imaginative and innovative – able to look at problems from different angles and develop alternative solutions.
• Logical and methodical – able to plan and document complex workflows and processes that can accommodate all possible outcomes.
• Great planning and organisational skills – able to work to multiple prioritised tasks, targets, and deadlines.
• Passion for quality and accuracy.
• Committed to continuous improvement.
• Enterprising – looks at things from different angles and is open to new ideas and perspectives.
• Collaborative – contributes to collective effort and gives time and attention to people and ideas.
• Delivery-minded – is accountable for results and willing to get stuck in and work at pace.
Knowledge, experience, and qualifications:
• Business analysis, process design and documentation experience (essential)
• Experience of running requirement gathering workshops (essential)
• Cross-team collaboration (essential)
• Experience in delivering transformative projects (essential)
• Delivery of group and individual training (essential)
• Agile methodology (essential)
• Experience of leading and facilitating meetings and workshops, using a range of recognised techniques to elicit requirements, gather feedback, present findings and provide well-reasoned recommendations to inform delivery decisions.
• Project management (desirable)
Benefts:
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About This Vacancy
We are looking for an organised and detail-oriented Project Officer to join our International Programmes Team on a permanent basis, working within our Asia region.
Overview
The Project Officer will be part of a regional team that works with new and existing partners to design, deliver and learn from projects in line with the organisation’s mission. The team supports the full project cycle: partner engagement, application review, due diligence, project design, contracting, implementation support, monitoring, evaluation and project closure, maintaining accurate records throughout, in close collaboration with the Quality Team (Director and Quality Assurance and Impact (MEAL) Specialists).
The Project Officer will work collaboratively across the regional team, providing flexible support and surge capacity during peak periods and responding to emerging priorities as required. Under the supervision of Programme Managers and the Regional Director, they will also take day-to-day responsibility for a portfolio of assigned partners and specific projects, ensuring timely progression from concept to completion and that documentation, compliance, quality assurance and learning requirements are met. This includes working with the Quality Team to integrate appropriate MEAL approaches, support data quality and ensure learning is captured and shared.
Key Responsibilities
·Project Identification and Evaluation
oIdentify and assess project concepts and proposals with assigned partners, ensuring alignment with organisational strategy, feasibility, risk, safeguarding considerations and expected impact.
oContribute to emergency or rapid-response programming when required, including providing surge support to colleagues and helping to coordinate time-critical actions.
oSupport partner mapping and relationship management activities, helping to identify potential partners and project opportunities.
oUndertake contextual and partner due diligence research to inform project design, risk management and decision-making.
oPrepare high-quality proposals for internal review and project governance processes, including summaries of recommendations, risks and mitigation actions with the support of the Quality Team and in line with standards set by them.
·Grant Administration
oSupport Programme Managers and the Regional Director through the full project cycle, from initial scoping and proposal development through contracting, implementation support, monitoring, evaluation and closure.
oManage any individually assigned projects through the full project cycle, from initial scoping and proposal development through contracting, implementation support, monitoring, evaluation and closure.
oEnsure projects comply with organisational policies and procedures (including safeguarding and due diligence), and any relevant donor, statutory and partner requirements.
oEnsure the fulfilment of any actions mandated by the Programmes Subcommittee.
oTrack delivery against agreed plans, budgets and results frameworks; flag variances, support problem-solving with partners and colleagues, and recommend adjustments where needed.
oWork with the Quality Team (Director and Quality Assurance and Impact (MEAL) Specialists) to agree proportionate MEAL plans for assigned projects (e.g., indicators, data sources, reporting schedules), and to strengthen quality assurance throughout implementation.
·Stakeholder Engagement
oAct as a key point of contact for assigned partners, working closely with Programme Managers and the wider regional team to coordinate support and decision-making.
oMaintain regular communication with partners to provide guidance throughout proposal development and implementation, including on reporting requirements, procurement expectations and agreed outputs/outcomes.
oCoordinate with the Quality Team (Director and Quality Assurance and Impact (MEAL) Specialists) to support partner capacity strengthening on quality assurance and MEAL requirements, and to address quality or evidence gaps identified during implementation.
oDevelop familiarity with other organisations working in the Region and look for opportunities to collaborate with and learn from them.
·Budget Administration
oSupport sound financial management across the Regional Team and for assigned projects, including budget review, payment scheduling, verification of supporting documentation and reconciliation of expenditure against budgets.
oFor approved projects, ensure that all finance processes are completed to facilitate payments.
oPrepare clear updates and financial summaries for Programme Managers, the Regional Director and other internal stakeholders, maintaining an appropriate audit trail.
·Reporting and Documentation
oMaintain complete and accurate project documentation for assigned projects, including due diligence records, agreements, correspondence, partner reports and closure documents.
oMaintain project and partner information in relevant systems and trackers, producing reports and analysis as required.
oMonitor progress and results, review partner narrative and financial reports, support evaluations where appropriate, and ensure project learning is captured and shared within the team.
oWork with the Quality Team (Director and Quality Assurance and Impact (MEAL) Specialists) to review project evidence, ensure data quality standards are met, and support evaluations, reviews and learning products as required.
oCoordinate meetings and follow-up actions (including agendas, minutes and action logs) to ensure decisions are recorded and progressed.
Other duties
The above is not an exhaustive list of duties. From time to time, the postholder may be asked or required to carry out additional tasks, or duties, over and above their usual day to day activities. Employees are expected to work collaboratively across the regional team, including providing flexible support and surge cover as needed.
Person Requirement
Essential
·Experience in project administration or coordination, ideally in the charity, NGO or public sector.
·Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with a wide range of partners and stakeholders across different cultures and contexts.
·Proficiency in MS Office suite and comfort using online systems for project tracking and document management.
·Strong attention to detail.
·Ability to work collaboratively and flexibly as part of a diverse, dispersed team.
·Ability to multitask and meet multiple deadlines under pressure.
·Familiarity with CRM or grant management systems (e.g. Salesforce)
Desirable
·Experience supporting monitoring, evaluation and learning (MEL/MEAL) processes and/or producing donor-style reports, including working with quality assurance or MEAL specialists.-
·Additional languages relevant to the region
Person specification
·A strong commitment to the values and mission of Barnabas Aid, with an understanding of Christian principles and ethics in project management.
·High level of integrity, ethical conduct and professionalism
·Personal resilience and adaptability.
·Discretion and sensitivity with understanding of issues of confidentiality.
·A flexible approach to work, with a cooperative and collaborative attitude, ensuring excellent standards of service are always maintained.
From time to time, additional training, including safeguarding training, may be required.
The offer of employment will subject to the appropriate pre-employment checks such as references, qualifications, DBS criminal records, and eligibility to work in the UK.
How to Apply
Please apply by submitting your CV and a cover letter demonstrating how your skills and experience make you a good fit for this role and for the mission of Barnabas Aid.
We aim to support Christian communities, churches and individuals around the world who face persecution and discrimination because of their Faith.


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Advocates for International Development (A4ID) is seeking to appoint a Project Officer to join the Legal Services Team at a pivotal moment in our organisation’s journey.
About A4ID
Advocates for International Development (A4ID) is a charity with a vision to shape a just and sustainable future through the power of law. A4ID partners with world’s top legal professionals and development organisations to facilitate high-quality, free legal and technical support to advance the SDGs and improve the Rule of Law. A4ID is currently working hard to make its vision and mission a reality through its innovative pro bono broker service and bespoke pro bono projects; its acclaimed thought leadership and policy work; its Rule of Law Expertise UK Programme; and its international project work.
Purpose of the Role
The role of the Project Officer – Legal Services (POLS) is to support the PBLS team’s mission to advance the UN SDGs by brokering pro bono legal assistance from legal experts in support of international NGOs globally. The POLS will do this by coordinating the internal processes for project sourcing, scoping and allocating, and utilising legal expertise within these processes and when providing external training and communications.
A key focus of this role is to source and scope out the weekly pro bono projects and forms. The POLS will also engage law firms and other legal stakeholders, conduct due diligence, allocate projects, maintain project records, gather feedback, prepare internal reports and external communications and undertake other administrative tasks as necessary (e.g. updating software and implementing process changes). Other key responsibilities include assisting the Pro Bono Services Lead (PBSL) with any bespoke projects, assisting with training events for Development Partners on relevant legal topics, and engaging key Legal or Development Partners on any specific areas of legal interest or need.Key Responsibilities
Broker Service And Operational Responsibilities
The POLS is responsible for supporting PBLS and undertaking relevant responsibilities and duties, including:
Marketing & Events
The POLS will support relevant marketing activities related to PBLS. This includes:
Fundraising and Income Generation
The PBLO will support relevant business development activities related to PBLS including:
Person Specification
For further information and to apply, please visit our website via the apply button.
Closing date: 12 July 2026.
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Location: Hybrid role working in North East England (primarily home-based with significant regional travel)
Base region: Tees Valley and Tyne & Wear
Coverage: This is a home-based role that requires regular weekly travel to schools and colleges across the North East. You will be expected to work extensively throughout Tees Valley and Tyne & Wear, with specific current activity hubs in Cramlington, Walkergate, Hartlepool, Stanley and Redcar. Regional location throughout the North East will change according to programme demand.
Applicants must hold a full, clean driving licence and have the ability and willingness to travel regularly across the region.
Reporting to: National Programmes Manager
Application Deadline: Wednesday 8th July at 9AM. We encourage early applications as we may close the vacancy sooner if we receive a high volume of applications.
1st Stage Interviews: Week commencing 13th July (online)
2nd Stage Interviews: Wednesday 22nd July (in-person)
About The Girls’ Network:
The Girls' Network is a national charity with a mission to inspire and empower girls from the least advantaged communities by connecting them with a network of professional women role models and volunteer mentors. We believe no girl should have her future limited by her gender, ethnicity, background, or parental income. Our vision is a future where all girls are supported to realise their ambitions, discover their self-worth, and shape their own futures.
We partner with secondary schools and colleges across multiple regions in England, including London, Merseyside, Portsmouth, Southampton, Sussex, Tees Valley, Tyne & Wear and the West Midlands. We match girls aged 14–19 with trained volunteer mentors for one-to-one support. In addition to this core mentoring, workshops, and access to an Ambassador Community that provides continued opportunities for development, career support, and connection.
Role Summary
The Regional Programme Lead is responsible for delivering The Girls’ Network’s suite of programmes in schools and colleges, including facilitating engaging and impactful workshops for girls aged 14–19 from disadvantaged backgrounds. The post-holder also leads on the recruitment, induction, training, matching, supervision and support of volunteers and will appropriately match mentors with young people. You will steer local partnerships and oversee programme administration to ensure the smooth and effective delivery of our mission.
This role combines hands-on programme delivery with operational coordination, ensuring that The Girls’ Network’s regional programmes achieve their intended outcomes and contribute to national KPI achievement.
Person Specification:
Essential:
Applicants must hold a full, clean driving licence and have the ability and willingness to travel regularly across the region.
Understanding of equal opportunities and inclusion in youth work. A commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion, with an understanding of its application in youth work in the charity and/or education sector. We welcome applications from outreach youth workers and/or teachers/teaching assistants or equivalent roles.
A genuine understanding and passion for addressing the challenges faced by girls and young women from disadvantaged backgrounds.
Experience and/or willingness to learn delivering high quality workshops or training sessions to groups of young people, aged 14-19.
Proven ability to build and independently manage multiple relationships with key stakeholders, including young people, volunteers, education providers and local partner organisations.
Excellent organisational, prioritisation and time-management skills, with a proven ability to meet deadlines in a target-driven environment.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences.
Experience of developing resources for programmatic delivery, including volunteer training and workshops for young people.
Project or programme coordination experience, with the ability to manage conflicting priorities effectively.
Target-oriented, with experience of achieving KPIs and contributing to performance monitoring.
Practical knowledge and experience of safeguarding and child protection working practices.
Competence in using digital tools, including Salesforce or other CRM platforms, with attention to accuracy and the ability to maintain high-quality records for monitoring and evaluation purposes.
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage deadlines, adapt to change, and work effectively both independently and as part of a geographically dispersed team.
Commitment to The Girls’ Network mission and keeping young people at the centre of all work.
Ability to travel and work flexibly, including occasional evenings and weekends.
Desirable:
Experience working in a charity, youth, or education setting.
Experience of working with young people from diverse backgrounds.
Experience of safer recruitment in volunteering.
A mentoring or coaching qualification, or equivalent experience.
Experience working remotely, demonstrating initiative and the ability to work proactively with minimal supervision.
Flexible and adaptable approach, with an understanding of the time and resource limitations typical in small organisations.
Specific knowledge of mentoring programmes and/or youth/education services.
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. If you believe you have relevant experience and the potential to thrive in this role, we encourage you to apply, even if you do not meet every single criterion listed.
How to apply
Please apply as soon as possible. You will be asked to complete your application by submitting your CV and answering a few application questions.
Appointees are subject to a DBS check. You must have the right to work in the UK to apply.
The deadline to submit your application is Wednesday 8th July at 9AM. Please note that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. We therefore encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.
Diversity at our core
The Girls' Network is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating discrimination. In line with the Equality Act 2010, if you require any reasonable adjustments to support you with any stage of this recruitment process, please contact the Recruitment Team.
Our Benefits
27 holiday days per year, plus public holidays (pro-rata for part-time staff)
Option to purchase up to 5 additional days of annual leave every year
Gifted birthday leave
3 days volunteering leave per year
Extended and comprehensive sick pay policy
Enhanced Family Leave pay policy
Pension scheme
Annual professional development fund to help you grow
24-hour Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing support
Benefit from flexible, remote working options with home office equipment.
A dedicated Girls’ Network buddy, available beyond the induction period for ongoing support
Our mission is to inspire and empower girls from the least advantaged communities by connecting them with a mentor and network of female role models.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.