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Clinical Research Manager

The Clinical Research Manager will play a key role in advancing ARUK’s drug prioritisation activities as part of the Clinical Accelerator Programme. Working closely with the Senior Clinical Research Manager, this role will drive the identification, evaluation, and progression of high-potential drug candidates toward clinical trials, delivering tangible impact for people affected by dementia.

This role is vital in advancing Alzheimer’s Research UK’s research objectives and organisational strategy and will be key to delivering impact for people affected by dementia. The Clinical Research Manager will manage the planning and delivery of ARUK’s drug prioritisation activities working collaboratively with external stakeholders and various departments across the organisation, including the wider Research, Fundraising and Policy, Communications and Involvement Teams to develop the programme and ensure successful delivery and measurable impact.

This role sits within the Clinical Research team in the Research Directorate, an ambitious, proactive and growing team that is driving forward initiatives to bring more clinical trials to the UK for people living with or likely to develop dementia. With the first generation of disease modifying treatments recently approved, this is an exceptional opportunity for an individual with strong research experience who understands the clinical research environment in the UK, to contribute to groundbreaking work in dementia research, aligning with and advancing on the Government's new investment initiatives in the Dame Barbara Windsor Dementia Goals.

Key Responsibilities:

1. ARUK Drug Prioritisation Programme Delivery and Development

· Lead on the identification of therapies with the potential to be prioritised for clinical trials in Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia through literature search and communication with the clinical research community and key external partners, with support from the Senior Clinical Research Manager.

· Lead the development and drafting of high-quality scientific dossiers that directly inform prioritisation decisions and progression of drug candidates.

· Lead the translation of recommendations from external advisory panels into actionable next steps.

· Work with the Senior Clinical Research Manager and the Senior Clinical Programmes Operations Officer to plan drug prioritisation activities, including meeting logistics, panel engagement, feedback and to track and evaluate progress.

· Identify, evaluate, and drive forward high-impact opportunities for drug prioritisation and clinical development in consultation with Partnerships, Evidence and Funding teams.

· Design and embed scalable processes to proactively monitor the global drug development landscape, utilising databases, conference intelligence, and literature to curate a dynamic intelligence log that tracks therapeutic candidates, development progress, and emerging opportunities across industry and academia.

2. Driving the advancement of the Clinical Accelerator Programme and delivery of key components of its strategy

· Drive planning and implementation of new activities as relevant to continually develop and advance the clinical research strategy

· Collaborate in mapping the clinical research ecosystem, identifying gaps in research and recommending actions to address them.

· Keep abreast of developments and trends in dementia clinical research to influence ARUK's strategies and decisions.

· Support and continuously strengthen internal reporting mechanisms, ensuring timely, high-quality updates to Senior Leadership and relevant boards that enable effective governance, informed decision-making, and strong organisational coordination

· Work closely with the Research Involvement Manager to integrate best practices in involvement and co-production to ensure our research is relevant for and supported by people affected by dementia

· Ensure effective information-sharing across internal stakeholders, including Research, Fundraising, Finance, Policy, Communications and Involvement teams, to maximise the visibility, uptake and strategic use of Clinical Accelerator Programme outputs.

· Aid in the planning, production, and communication of clinical research-related content with the ARUK Communications and Fundraising teams.

3. Strengthening Relationships with External Stakeholders

· Foster and nurture relationships with clinical leaders and research funders in the UK to build the profile of ARUK’s clinical research and help us to accelerate research towards a cure.

· Work closely with our Research Partnerships manager to maintain and build partnerships that further our clinical research objectives.

· Support the Senior Clinical Research Manager and Head of Clinical Research in enhancing ARUK’s external profile through active participation in meetings and collaborations with key stakeholders.

Knowledge, skills and experience needed:

· PhD in a relevant biomedical field or equivalent experience in clinical or scientific research

· Strong ability to critically interpret and evaluate pre-clinical and clinical data

· Familiarity with the drug development process of taking a therapy from pre-clinical studies to regulatory approval.

· Excellent stakeholder management skills.

· Demonstrable commitment to collaborative and inclusive working.

· Proven experience in project management with the ability to adhere to deadlines and prioritise tasks.

· Understanding of research programme management.

· Experience or understanding of preparing scientific dossiers or evidence summaries to inform research prioritisation, funding, or strategic decision-making.

· Understanding of dementia research and funding landscapes.

· Experience working with biotech and pharmaceutical companies

· Exceptional scientific communication skills (written and verbal).

· Detail oriented

· Good IT skills.

· Commitment to ARUK’s vision, mission and values.

· Values the involvement of people with lived experience in research.

· Highly self-motivated with the ability to work across different teams and departments.

· Solution-focussed with the ability to problem solve creatively.

· Able to work independently.

· Collaborative approach with ability to build strong relationships with a range of stakeholders.

· Good communicator with the ability to tailor communications to a range of audiences.

Additional Information:

Ways of working:

As part of our Agile ways of working you will be required to work approximately 2 days a week from the office, which is subject to the requirements of the role and the business needs. Flexibility on where you work can be split between working from home and our office.

Roles that are classed as part of the Agile ways of working are not able to claim any costs for Mileage/Travel on Public Transport, Accommodation and/or Meals.  This includes when attending the office for various meetings/events.

Our Office: Our office is at 3 Riverside, Granta Park, Great Abington, Cambridge, CB21 6AD. 

Salary: Circa £46,000 per annum, plus benefits.

Please download the Vacancy Pack on our website for more information.

The closing date for applications is the 28th June 2026, with interviews being arrange once shortlisting has been completed. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date. We would encourage you to submit your application at the earliest opportunity, as on occasion we may have to bring forward the interview date and/or the closing date based on the needs of the business. Although a possibility, this will only happen in exceptional circumstances. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date.

We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential.  We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures, particularly from those in the global majority, those with disabilities, men and those from the LGBTQIA+ community. Any offer of employment is however subject to you having the right to work in the UK.

As part of our commitment to being an inclusive employer and ensuring fairness and consistency in our selection process, we will handle your CV and application with the utmost confidentiality. Should you require any adjustments at either the application or interview stage, please contact us at via our website. 

How to apply: Please create an online account using our Online Recruitment Platform which can be accessed through our Job Vacancies page. You will be able to attach your CV to your application and track the status of your application.

About Alzheimer’s Research UK: Alzheimer's Research UK is the UK's leading dementia research charity. Our mission is to accelerate progress towards a cure.  Today 1 in 2 people will be impacted by dementia, either through caring for a loved one, developing it themselves or tragically both. But there is hope. 

About us

The Sir Martin Gilbert Learning Centre is an educational charity whose mission is to educate young people about who Jews are and the contributions they have made to society. Our free workshops are integrated with the National Curriculum and rooted in academic research. Since launching in January 2024, we've reached over 5,800 students and built partnerships with schools across England, Scotland and Wales.

We're now entering an ambitious phase of growth, developing deeper relationships with select Focus Schools and building towards a national reach of 25,000 students per year.

The role

This is far more than a management job. As our first School Partnerships Manager, you'll lead our outreach to schools and play a central role in shaping how the Centre develops and grows. Working closely with the Director, you'll drive the number of schools accessing our programmes, deepen relationships with existing partners, and help design our Focus School programme from the ground up.

You'll spend your time:

• Building and stewarding relationships with teachers, heads of department, and senior school leaders
• Proactively identifying and contacting prospective partner schools through outreach, networking and events
• Managing the full partnership lifecycle, from first contact through booking, delivery and follow-up
• Shaping our Focus School programme and contributing ideas for curriculum development
• Representing the Centre at conferences and educational events

This job is for you if…

• You have experience working directly in or with schools, and understand what motivates teachers and senior leaders
• You've worked in relationship management, outreach, partnership development, sales or business development
• You're a confident, persuasive communicator - comfortable on outreach calls, in writing, and presenting in person
• You're self-motivated, well organised, and thrive in a small, ambitious team
• You're genuinely committed to our mission and excited to help shape a young charity at a pivotal moment
• You're committed to safeguarding and the welfare of children and young people

We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion in everything we do.

We are looking for someone with the confidence to step into an established, successful system and keep our momentum going. You will be a brilliant relationship builder, an organised manager of data and pipelines, and an excellent communicator who can write compelling narratives. Above all, you will be someone who collaborates naturally across a small, passionate team to champion a healthy culture of impact storytelling and income generation.This is a 12-month maternity cover, 

You will have:

• A track record in Trust & Grant success: pulling together compelling data and case studies to write winning bids for large-scale grants.

• Exceptional written skills for drafting persuasive proposals and impact reports.

• A love of data to oversee our fundraising pipeline using our CRM (Beacon),  working with organised spreadsheets, and clear, achievable timelines.

• The ability to support others to succeed and feel confident managing a direct report or mentoring colleagues on how to spot fundraising opportunities.

• The ability to balance the day-to-day writing tasks with big-picture financial targets .

• The ability to balance competing priorities in a fast-paced, small charity environment.

• A willingness to travel nationally and work occasional evenings or weekends as required for key events and funder engagement (claimable as TOIL).

• A genuine commitment to climate action and democratic engagement with grassroots communities.

It would be great if you also have:

• Experience supporting corporate partnerships or earned/consultancy income streams.

• Familiarity with Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) frameworks.

• An understanding of UK climate policy, nature campaigning, or the UK political system.

Job Title: Fundraising Manager (Maternity Cover)

• Salary: £34,937.60 per annum (£27,950.08 pro-rata)

• Hours: Part-time (28 hours per week)

• Contract Type: 12-month fixed term (Maternity Cover)

• Location:  Remote anywhere in the UK (or Sheffield Head Office/Hybrid working)

• Benefits: 30 days annual leave (pro-rata) + bank holidays, pension, wellbeing support.

• Closing Date: 13 July 2026 | Interviews: w/c 20 July 2026

The Role

Your core focus will balance bid writing with strategy and comms management:

• Securing Income: Crafting and submitting high-quality, persuasive trust and grant applications (targeting five- and six-figure funding) and managing timely reports back to our current partners.

• Managing the Pipeline: Working closely with the CEO to track our fundraising goals, manage cash flow awareness, and keep our CRM system (Beacon) up to date.

• Supporting Earned Income: Helping to streamline the internal processes behind our paid consultancy and campaign training services, collaborating with our Policy & Engagement team to track leads.

• Leading People: Providing supportive, empowering line management to our part-time Digital Communications and Campaigns Coordinator.

• Looking Forward: As the contract nears its end, you will collaborate with the CEO to help us lay the groundwork for our next strategic fundraising cycle.

How to Apply

Please visit our website jobs page to submit your anonymised CV and cover letter.

Important Contract Notice: Please note that this is a temporary, fixed-term contract for 12 months to provide essential maternity cover. This is a non-permanent position.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

We warmly welcome applications from everyone and celebrate diversity across all backgrounds. If you don’t meet every single requirement listed below, please don't let that deter you, we would still love to hear from you.

We are looking for an experienced and driven fundraiser with strong leadership skills to play a pivotal role in contributing income for Moya Cole Hospice. This is an exciting opportunity to lead, engage and inspire a committed fundraising team across a range of disciplines.

You will grow support through motivating the team to give excellent stewardship of supporters, effective promotion of fundraising initiatives and building a strong and sustainable volunteer network within the community. You will be passionate about engaging supporters and empowering your team to maximise opportunities that make a real difference to the patients and families we care for.

Working collaboratively across the organisation, you will liaise closely with communications and trading colleagues and build strong relationships with staff across all hospice sites. You will partner with the Fundraising Appeals & Operations Lead to ensure robust administrative and financial processes underpin activity, and work alongside the Innovation & Digital Fundraiser to keep approaches relevant and forward-thinking. With the opportunity to deputise for the Head of Fundraising when required, you will be at the heart of our fundraising success, helping to safeguard and grow vital income streams that support the hospice’s essential work.

Job Title

Fundraising Manager

Location

Cross-Site

Salary

Hospice Band 6 – £39,959 – £48,117 pro rata (Competency Based Framework)

Hours

Full Time – 37.5 Hours Per Week

Contract

Fixed Term – 12 Months

Introduction

At Moya Cole Hospice, there’s one thing that motivates us and that’s providing excellent care and support to those living with or affected by life-limiting Illnesses. We’re continuously developing our plans for delivering outstanding person-centered care that is innovative and evidence- based and to ensure Moya Cole is in the best shape possible for future generations. You’ll be challenged, inspired and empowered to help us achieve our purpose and to play your part in making a difference.

The Role

The Fundraising Manager will: 

• Manage a team of fundraisers to deliver growth and diversification of fundraising across community, corporate, events and philanthropy income streams
• Deliver Income in line with the budget as agreed with the Head of Fundraising
• Work closely with the Fundraising and Communication team to ensure activities are maximised.
• Deliver inspiring team meetings, workshops and training to develop the skills of the fundraising team.
• Ensure effective use of the organisation’s fundraising database by all staff to provide effective information and comply with regulatory requirements.
• Build relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.
• Attend networking events and meetings with potential donors
• Promote effective management of the health and safety of all staff and volunteers involved in fundraising activity, including the preparation of risk assessments
• In conjunction with the Innovation and Digital Fundraiser facilitate the testing of new platforms for fundraising which will increase and sustain income and the visibility of hospice fundraising within communities.
• To work with non-fundraising teams across the hospice to ensure promotion of fundraising activity, excellent supporter care and knowledge of hospice activities.
• To work closely with the Communications team to ensure that supporter stories are shared with the wider public and community events are promoted effectively.
• To plan work to inform and facilitate the achievement of the budget and maintain thorough record keeping in line with Moya Cole Hospice and Fundraising Regulator policies and guidelines.

Requirements

The Fundraising Manager will have: 

• Educated to degree level or equivalent relevant experience; substantial practical fundraising experience is essential
• Significant, hands-on experience of delivering successful fundraising across multiple income streams in the UK charity sector (including community, corporate, events and philanthropy), with the capability to lead across all areas
• Proven track record of leading, motivating and developing teams, including effective management of people processes, to deliver strong results
• Demonstrate strong IT capability, including Microsoft 365 (particularly Outlook, Teams, OneDrive, Excel and PowerPoint), with the ability to produce high-quality progress reports and presentations
• Experience of using Raiser’s Edge or similar CRM systems to support fundraising activity, data management and reporting
• Manage budgets effectively, including forecasting, financial performance monitoring and income planning
• Proven ability to analyse and interpret data, produce performance reports, and use insight to inform decision making and drive income growth, including developing robust strategic business cases and reporting to senior stakeholders
• Fully conversant with legal and regulatory requirements relating to fundraising, including the Code of Fundraising Practice, data protection and information governance, ensuring compliant and ethical practice
• Lead the recruitment of staff and oversee the effective recruitment, engagement and management of fundraising volunteers
• Ability to travel independently as required for the role, including cross-site working and attending events
• Work collaboratively with other members of the fundraising team and wider hospice for the benefit of supporters and the hospice
• Be highly motivated and have the ability to work autonomously
• Take initiative and make decisions.
• Demonstrate energy, enthusiasm and flair to work hard and achieve ambitious targets.
• Build strong relationships with individuals and key stakeholders
• Demonstrate excellent team working skills
• Manage workload under own initiative with support of Line Manager
• Show commitment and motivation to the purpose of the hospice
• Be creative and innovative using technology to maximize income opportunities.
• Demonstrate a commitment to equal opportunities and diversity
• Show a flexible approach to work and be able to work out of hours as required

Key Benefits

• 35 days annual leave rising to 37 after 5 years and 41 after 10 years (inc. bank holidays, pro rata for part-time employees)
• Buy an additional week annual leave (pro rata for part-time)
• Heath cash plan
• Contributory pension scheme up to 7% matched contribution (or the ability to continue with a previously held NHS pension (subject to making contribution’s into the scheme in the previous 12 months)
• Life cover
• Free parking
• Discounted meals on site
• Meaningful work, making a difference in the lives of others
• Opportunity to develop your leadership skills within a structured development framework
• IIP Platinum employer creating the right environment for everyone to thrive and reach their potential

How to Apply

If you would like to contribute to making a difference for a much-loved charity, we’d love to hear from you.

Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time.

The successful candidate will be subject to a DBS Check at the level appropriate to the role, the cost of which is covered by the hospice. Any post holder within the organisation will be expected to undertake safeguarding training appropriate to their role and adhere to safeguarding policies and procedures. All staff must work in accordance with their statutory roles and responsibilities in relation to safeguarding in accordance with the Working Together to Safeguarding Children 2023, The Care Act 2014, and Prevent Duty 2015.

Timescales

We reserve the right to close and interview prior to the dates outlined below.

Closing date: 3rd July 2026

Interview date: 14th July 2026

Summary of job:

To provide professional management, supervision and operational oversight for intermediary services, supporting a team of PAYE and sessional Intermediaries and Researchers. The role includes service development, quality assurance, safeguarding oversight and contributing to the strategic growth and external representation of PAC-UK’s services for adopted people, birth families and their descendants.

Key tasks and responsibilities:

1. Management and Supervision

• Provide individual and group supervision to Intermediaries and Researchers, ensuring compliance with adoption legislation, policy and best practice.
• Offer case consultation and guidance, including complex and high-risk cases.
• Lead team meetings and staff development activities.
• Support team members in managing safeguarding concerns and ensure adherence to organisational safeguarding policies.

2. Service Delivery and Operations

• Oversee referrals, allocations and case progression and case closure, making informed decisions on applications and case direction.
• Maintain oversight of active cases, ensuring appropriate risk management and quality of service delivery.
• Monitor and review case records and undertake direct casework where required.
• Coordinate and chair meetings as needed.
• Oversee the delivery and day-to-day operation of FamilyConnect advice line services.

 3. Service Development and Quality Assurance

• Contribute proactively to the development of intermediary services, incorporating emerging theory, research and policy changes.
• Lead or support service evaluation, ensuring accurate collection and analysis of data.
• Undertake audits and contribute to continuous improvement processes across services.
• Ensure practice resources are current, relevant and aligned with service models.

4. Stakeholder Engagement and Representation

• Liaise with internal managers, external professionals and referrers regarding cases and service delivery.
• Represent PAC-UK at external meetings, including commissioner meetings and contribute to reporting requirements.
• Work collaboratively with other staff across PAC-UK and the wider organisation.

5. Staffing and Development

• Support recruitment, induction and ongoing development of staff and sessional workers.
• Deliver or facilitate training for parents and professionals.
• Quality assure and support team members delivering training.

6. Marketing and Service Promotion

• Take a proactive role in promoting the service, including contributing to marketing and online content where appropriate.

7. General Responsibilities

• Attend supervision with line manager and relevant internal meetings.
• Participate in training and continuous professional development.
• Undertake any other duties appropriate to the role.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced manager who enjoys working creatively to bring people together to achieve shared goals. As VCSE Alliance Partnerships Manager, you will lead a high-profile programme of work that supports collaboration across the voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) sector and strengthens its impact and influence within the Bristol, North Somerset, and South Gloucestershire (BNSSG) health and care system.

If you are a confident relationship builder, comfortable working in complex and changing environments and motivated by improving outcomes for communities, we would love to hear from you.
 

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced manager who enjoys working creatively to bring people together to achieve shared goals. As VCSE Alliance Partnerships Manager, you will lead a high-profile programme of work that supports collaboration across the voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) sector and strengthens its impact and influence within the Bristol, North Somerset, and South Gloucestershire (BNSSG) health and care system.

If you are a confident relationship builder, comfortable working in complex and changing environments and motivated by improving outcomes for communities, we would love to hear from you.

About the VCSE Alliance

Voscur is a co-founder and host of the BNSSG VCSE Alliance and plays a key leadership role through the Alliance Steering Group.

The VCSE Alliance is a collaborative network of VCSE organisations working across BNSSG. Its mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of people and communities by enabling the VCSE sector to influence decisions and work alongside the BNSSG Integrated Care System.

Launched in 2024, the Alliance has grown to include more than 200 participating organisations, with a wider reach of over 5,000 VCSE organisations across the region.

Funded by the Assura Community Foundation, this programme of work will build on the Alliance’s early successes by strengthening partnership working, developing evidence of the sector’s impact, and increasing VCSE engagement and influence across the health and care system.

Voscur is a co-founder and host of the BNSSG VCSE Alliance and plays a key leadership role through the Alliance Steering Group.

The VCSE Alliance is a collaborative network of VCSE organisations working across BNSSG. Its mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of people and communities by enabling the VCSE sector to influence decisions and work alongside the BNSSG Integrated Care System.

Launched in 2024, the Alliance has grown to include more than 200 participating organisations, with a wider reach of over 5,000 VCSE organisations across the region.

Funded by the Assura Community Foundation, this programme of work will build on the Alliance’s early successes by strengthening partnership working, developing evidence of the sector’s impact, and increasing VCSE engagement and influence across the health and care system.

About working at Voscur

Our strength is in bringing together people with a diversity of thought, experience, and backgrounds, who work together as an effective team. Who we are changes over time, but our culture remains open, positive, and collaborative.

We believe it's important to be empathetic and respectful in our work with colleagues, clients, partners, and the public. Our staff are engaged in and passionate about their communities, trusted and knowledgeable, and take the time to listen to and consider the perspectives of others.

The environment we work in is warm and welcoming. We have regular (optional!) social activities and celebrate our successes together.

Our main office space is in central Bristol, just on the corner of Queen Square - with easy access to the harbourside, the city centre, and public transport. Our staff also work flexibly across the city - with a regular presence at Knowle West Health Park, Easton Community Centre, and the Greenway Centre - as well as working from other community centres and operating flexible and hybrid working policies that allow staff to work from home when they need to.

You'll also get
• Employer pension contributions at 7%
• 25 days pro rata of annual leave entitlement to use throughout the year…
• …plus all bank holidays, and an additional three days (pro rata) paid leave during our End of Year closure (25th December – 1st January)
• Flexitime – our standard meeting hours are 10:00 – 16:00. Some of our staff work compressed hours, arrange their schedule around childcare needs, or simply choose to start work at 10am each day.
• Access to a cycle to work scheme and a home and tech discount scheme
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme.

The Politics Project is looking for a collaborative, strategic and people-focused Partnerships and Advocacy Manager. You’ll lead our influencing and partnerships work with a focus on the Democracy Classroom network, strengthening relationships across the youth, education and democracy sectors. If you are energised by connecting organisations, building relationships, and mobilising a network to take up new opportunities, we’d love to hear from you.

About The Politics Project

The Politics Project supports young people to use their voice by giving them access to brilliant democratic education. They work with young people, teachers, youth practitioners and politicians to help them learn about, teach and actively participate in democracy. The Politics Project works across the UK with over 3,000 schools and youth groups and 400 politicians.

About Democracy Classroom

Democracy Classroom is a growing, non-partisan partnership of more than 100 civil society organisations committed to strengthening democratic engagement among young people across the UK.

The network is supported by the Democracy Classroom Platform, an online hub featuring hundreds of free resources for teachers and youth practitioners. Democracy Classroom reaches educators in 95% of UK parliamentary constituencies and plays a leading role in shaping the sector’s voice - coordinating joint submissions to government consultations and producing shared visions such as The Roadmap to Votes at 16.

This is a rare opportunity to drive collaboration at a national level and support the sector to prepare for major upcoming changes in democratic education, including the introduction of Votes at 16.

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Partnerships and Advocacy Manager to strengthen The Politics Project’s influencing and partnerships work, with a focus on Democracy Classroom - a non-partisan network of organisations across the youth, education and democracy sectors. You’ll lead the implementation of the new Democracy Classroom strategy, and grow the network’s impact and reach in the build up to the next general election and the implementation of votes at 16.

You will play a central role in expanding and activating the network - supporting over 100 partner organisations to collaborate effectively, share learning, build trust and increase their collective impact. You will be a key player in keeping the sector informed, connected and ready to respond to key moments in democratic engagement, from elections to policy changes.

You will take on a highly relational role, working closely with the team to manage and nurture a complex network blending multiple sectors. You will collaborate with the Director to manage shared relationships across the Democracy Classroom network, building more ownership over time. You’ll help position Democracy Classroom as an important conduit between the sector and major stakeholders like government departments and funders.

This is a dynamic, outward-facing role that blends strategic thinking with hands-on coordination. You’ll work closely with the Head of Communications and Networks, the Democracy Classroom Programme Coordinator and colleagues across The Politics Project to make sure partners feel supported, valued and part of a shared mission.

The Politics Project is based in London, and the post holder will be expected to work from the office at least two days a week. The role may require occasional UK travel and some evening/weekend work, for which time off in lieu will be given. The role has a six-month probation period. The hours of work are 37.5 hrs per week. This is a fast-paced role in a friendly, supportive and growing team.

Key responsibilities

Partnership management

• Build, nurture and deepen relationships with more than 100 civil society partners, helping each partner see themselves as part of a growing and collaborative sector.

• Identify and recruit new organisations into Democracy Classroom, leading our onboarding process and helping new partners make the best of Democracy Classroom.

• Facilitate partner input into planning, shared problem-solving and decision-making.

• Build understanding of partners’ diverse needs and perspectives, supporting and balancing between these with sensitivity.

Advocacy and influencing

• Spot and act on emerging opportunities for collaboration, policy influence and joint sector action.

• Work with government departments such as DfE, DCMS, and MHCLG on the implementation plan for Votes at 16, translating sector expertise and experience.

• Manage relationships with academics and engage confidently with research to be an effective advocate for democratic education.

• Organise and facilitate events and advocacy opportunities such as advocacy panels, funder roundtables.

• Draft reports, submit evidence to the government, and feed into policy consultations.

• Jump on quick opportunities for the network, bringing people together and turning things around fast (e.g., presenting sector needs to funders or submitting evidence to Government).

Engagement and representation

• Plan and deliver Democracy Classroom meetings, training and networking events.

• Represent The Politics Project and Democracy Classroom externally as a confident ambassador for our collaborative, non-partisan approach.

• Develop and deliver partner communications to ensure consistent, clear and timely updates.

• Act as the main point of contact for Democracy Classroom partner queries, support and collaboration.

Monitoring and reporting

• Track partner engagement and feedback to support continuous improvement.

• Contribute to monitoring, evaluation and reporting to demonstrate the network’s impact.

• Work with The Politics Project team to most effectively document partner activity.

Benefits

• 33 days’ annual leave including three days off between Christmas and New Year, in addition to Bank Holidays. 

• 4% employer pension contribution.

• 2 working days / 15 hours of volunteer leave a year.

• Cycle to Work scheme.

• Professional development and training opportunities

• A warm, inclusive and values-led working environment

About you

You are passionate about democratic engagement and believe in the power of young people’s voices. You’re an enthusiastic relationship-builder who enjoys connecting organisations, spotting opportunities and turning ideas into action.

You’ll bring a strategic mindset, strong emotional intelligence and communication skills, and confidence working across sectors. You’re proactive, organised and comfortable balancing long-term partnership development with hands-on delivery.

Most of all, you’re motivated by the challenge and opportunity of supporting a high-profile national network that is shaping the future of democratic education.

An enhanced DBS check is required for this role (provided by The Politics Project).

Skills and experience

Essential

• Proven experience in partnership or stakeholder management, ideally in civil society, education or government.

• Strong strategic thinking, and a drive to identify and jump on opportunities for collaboration and growth.

• Excellent relationship-building, communication and influencing skills.

• High emotional intelligence and ability to navigate complex relationships in a growing space.

• Strong project management and organisational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities.

• Confident working with the youth or education sectors (teaching/youth work not required).

• Experience of submitting evidence to Government, drafting quasi-academic reports or policy briefings, or responding to consultations. An academic background is not needed, but you must be comfortable engaging with policy and research.

• Knowledge of, and interest in, UK politics and democratic engagement.

• Self-motivated, resilient and solutions-focused.

• Willingness to work occasional evenings/weekends and travel within the UK.

Desirable

• IT literacy, including strong use of Google Workspace.

• Experience using CRMs or managing databases.

• Experience evaluating partnership impact and producing reports.

How to apply

Please apply via Charity Job with the following:

• Your CV (no more than two pages).

• A supporting statement of no more than one A4 page, setting out how your experience, skills and knowledge meet the person specification and why you are drawn to this role.

The closing date is 11:30pm, Saturday 20th June 2026.

Screening calls are planned for the week beginning Monday 29th June, with interviews to follow in early July.

Anticipated start date will be August or September, depending on notice period.

Legacy Manager

Contract type: 10 Months Fixed term, Full Time, 35 hours per week

Location: UK hybrid working – a minimum of 40 % of working time is spent face-to-face (London office, external meetings or travel). 60/40 hybrid working at WaterAid means roughly three days wherever you work best and two days together in person.

Salary: £47,423 per year with excellent benefits

Change starts with water. Change starts with you.

Every day, millions of people live without clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene. WaterAid exists to change that – for everyone, everywhere. Join us, and your energy will help unlock people’s potential and create a fairer future.

About WaterAid

We’re a global federation driven by one vision: a world where everyone, everywhere has clean water, sanitation and hygiene by 2030. Powered by our values of Respect, Accountability, Courage, Collaboration, Integrity and Innovation, we work alongside communities, partners and supporters to make change happen.

About the team

The WaterAid Legacy Management Team is part of the wider Legacy and In Memory Team, who sit within Mass Engagement. Legacies account for 27% of total income and is the fastest growing income stream in Mass Engagement. The Legacy Management Team is responsible for all aspects of legacy case management, legacy income reporting and forecasting.

About the role

As our Legacy Manager, you will bring your skills and expertise in managing various types of legacy case files to ensure the legacies WaterAid receives are carefully managed, working closely with both personal and professional executors to ensure our supporter’s final wishes are carried out.

In this role, you will:

• Effectively manage a mixed caseload of residuary, reversionary and discretionary cases, to include some complex and contentious cases.  
• Develop strong working relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, including both professional and personal executors, to ensure cases are managed in an effective but sensitive manner.
• Support on development of annual income forecast, reforecast and legacy pipeline.
• Work closely with team members to share ideas and identify opportunities to streamline ways of working and improve efficiency.
• Champion WaterAid’s commitment to equity, inclusion and safeguarding.

Requirements

To be successful, you will need:

• Recognised legacy management qualification such as the Institute of Legacy Management Certificate in Legacy Administration (CICLA) or qualified private client solicitor with relevant experience.

• Proven experience of working in a similar charity and/or legal probate role.

• Good understanding of Probate and Trust Law, particularly income tax, inheritance tax and capital gains tax, and knowledge of relevant Charity Law legislation.

•  Proven ability to make decisions quickly and confidently, using initiative and judgement

Although not essential, we’d prefer you to have:

• Empathy with overseas development issues.

Closing date: Applications close 12:00 PM UK time on 29 June 2026. Interviews are expected to take place week commencing 6 July 2026.

How to apply: Click Apply to answer the pre-screening questions and upload your CV only and Cover Letter.

Can I use Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology in my application?

At WaterAid, we strongly advise against using AI technology at any stage of the recruitment process. Our goal is to ensure a fair and transparent process that provides every applicant with an equal opportunity to succeed. We value hearing about your unique experiences and perspectives in your application, and, if shortlisted, during the interview as well.

Pre‑employment screening

To apply for this role, you must be able to demonstrate your eligibility to work in the respective country. All pre-employment checks will be carried out according to local law and WaterAid’s Safer Recruitment policy. All UK based roles require a basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Benefits

• 36 days’ holiday (including 8 Bank Holidays)
• Option to buy an extra 5 days’ annual leave
• Employer pension contribution up to 10 %
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Season ticket loan
• Free annual eye tests
• ‘Give as you Earn’ charitable giving scheme
• Enhanced parental leave (maternity, adoption/surrogacy, shared parental and paternity)
• Sabbaticals
• One paid volunteer day each year

As part of our annual leave policy, all employees receive three additional days of annual leave on top of their standard allocation of 25 days. These days are designated to cover the period when our UK office closes between Christmas and New Year, allowing all UK WaterAiders to take a well-deserved break.

These days are automatically scheduled and cannot be changed or moved. Annual leave is accrued based on your start date. If sufficient leave has not been accrued by the time of the closure, the 3 days will be taken as unpaid leave or pro-rated, depending on your circumstances.

Our People Promise

We will work with passion and focus to make sure everyone everywhere has clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene. WaterAid is a place of purpose – where people have a real commitment and shared responsibility for the impact we have. We are a global community with diverse backgrounds and perspectives, motivated by inspiring, stimulating work. We are determined to be a place where people feel safe and able to contribute their voice and truly live our values.

Equal Opportunities

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, beliefs, customs, traditions, ways of life and status. This includes, but is not limited to, race, ethnicity, caste, colour, gender, language, religion, political or other opinion, national or social origin, property, birth, disability status, neurodiversity, age, marital and family status, sexual orientation and gender identity, health status, place of residence, economic and social situation.

Safeguarding

We are committed to protecting everyone we come into contact with. We have a zero- tolerance approach to abuse of power, privilege or trust across our global work, and to any form of inappropriate behaviour, discrimination, abuse, bullying, harassment, or exploitation. Safeguarding the people and communities we work with, our staff, volunteers and anyone working on our behalf is our top priority, and we take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks (which can include counterterrorism, safeguarding and criminal records checks).

Together, we’ll change the world through water.

Join us and be part of the change!

If you are a forward thinking professional with exceptional judgment, emotional intelligence and excellent communication skills, this might just be the role for you. Join ClientEarth, a globally respected environmental law charity driving real impact across climate, nature, health, and justice. We are hiring a Chief of Staff to the CEO (Strategy, Planning & Internal Communications)!

In this role you will play a pivotal role in shaping strategic priorities and organisational alignment, ensuring seamless information flow to inspire a diverse, global workforce around key priorities, and enabling effective and timely decision-making from the CEO’s office. 

This is a rare opportunity to work at the heart of a purpose-led organisation, partnering directly with the CEO and senior leadership. You will operate as a trusted advisor at the highest level, reporting to  the Chief Strategy & People Officer, with close collaboration with the CEO.

This role is based in our London office. ClientEarth has a Flexible working policy, however this post is expected to work from the office at least 2 days per week. 

Key Responsibilities

• Sets and delivers the strategic approach for CEO Office coordination and leadership communications (internal), aligning leadership rhythm, decision flow, and engagement to organisational priorities. This includes line management of the PA to the CEO, and close working with the CEO's external communications advisor
• Provides timely counsel to the CEO, flagging up risks and opportunities, and acting with discretion and diplomacy across the organisation to resolve challenges and provide solutions  
• (Where required) Leads on the delivery of key strategic projects for the CEO/Chief Strategy and People Officer, and / or engage to trouble-shoot on existing projects, depending on business need; this could be related to organisational effectiveness, collaboration and engagement, or internal services to the organisation 
• Oversees ClientEarth’s Global Internal Communications & Engagement Programme - including the line-management of our internal communications advisor - to connect colleagues across our offices, promote effective information flow, champion an equitable, diverse and inclusive culture, and embed ClientEarth’s values 
• Support the professional development of line reports through ongoing supervision, influencing them to take positive action and to be accountable for their work and contribution to the smooth-running of the organisation.  

See the job description for a full list of duties for this role.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Substantial experience of managing upwards and guiding senior leaders, trustees/directors and other high level internal and external stakeholders (essential) 
• Experience in copy-writing for senior leadership, drafting high-quality copy tailored to the relevant audience within tight time-frames (essential) 
• Experience in developing internal communication and engagement strategies for medium to large organisations (essential) within an international organisation (desirable)  
• Strong understanding of the external context in which ClientEarth operates, including the wider NGO landscape and political awareness (essential)  
• Strong alignment with ClientEarth’s Values and commitment to our Vision, Mission and Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy objectives (essential)  

See the job description for a full list of duties for this role.

Job Benefits

Flexible working:  We are proud to be a Flexa accredited Employer. Visit our Flexa Employer page for more information on our approach to flexible working. Our flexible working policy allows our people the choice to decide to work from home/another location in the country where their contract of employment is issued for 80% of their month, with the other 20% of their month being office-based. See our benefits page for more: Benefits | ClientEarth Careers as well as our flexible working FAQ.
 

ClientEarth values diversity and inclusion and the benefits this brings. We aim to appoint the most suitable candidate at all times and welcome applications from people from all different backgrounds. See our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) at ClientEarth | ClientEarth journey page for more.

Please note that ClientEarth is only able to employ those who have the pre-existing legal right to work in the UK.
 

ClientEarth is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice or legal services to third parties.

JOB TITLE: Retail Manager

LOCATION: Alderley Edge

DATE WRITTEN: May 2026

ACCOUNTABLE TO: Retail Area Manager

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

To manage an Age UK Cheshire Charity Shop located in the Cheshire area, ensuring efficient and effective management of colleagues, volunteers, premises, sales, and stock to provide a high-quality retail service in relation to agreed performance targets. 

To achieve the maximum potential of funds for Age UK Cheshire by achieving charity retail standards and community engagement.

To ensure all appropriate standards of security and health and safety are met. To organise and manage the day-to-day operations of the store including effective communication with the Head of Retail and reporting of relevant data.

Main Duties:

1. To ensure that the Age UK Cheshire Charity Shop achieves required standards of performance and agreed sales targets:

§  Maximisation of sales through stock rotation, correct pricing, brand awareness and merchandising, to use the full potential of the stock available to you.

§  To gain Gift Aid on eligible donations to Age UK Cheshire to maximise funds for the charity in line with HMRC guidelines. This includes signing up new donors to the scheme and selling stock accordingly.

§  Responsible for managing, training, and developing the Assistant Retail Manager to achieve pre-set objectives.

§  Support, train, and coordinate the work of volunteers in the shop as required.

§  Working with the Assistant Retail Manager to ensure that the shop complies with all the relevant legislation, trading standards and health and safety.

§  Ensuring stock from donors is correctly received and stored within the shop. Working with the Area Retail Manager to make certain of timely collections and suitable deliveries to merchandise appropriately and safely.

§  Administrative systems and working practices to include daily and weekly sales reports, charity log and financial information.

§  Identify stock which can maximise income when sold via e-commerce, auctions, or other sales opportunities.

§  To plan and prioritise special promotions, seasonal adjustments, and sale events.

§  Ensuring professional signage throughout the shop; to be clear and on brand.

§  Engage with the Retail Operations Manager regularly to create a cohesive working relationship with the wider retail team in order to gain support and advice

2. Maintain a high level of commercial awareness by staying informed of sales trends, stock position and local competition.

3. To work as a member of the wider retail team to ensure that all shops across the region are covered appropriately. Have a flexible approach to days worked and location, to provide support to other colleagues and providing holiday cover for the Assistant Retail Manager.

4. To participate in recruitment, induction, training and deployment of colleagues and volunteers. To work with other organisations when necessary to ensure compliance with all legislation and good practice.

5. To develop and manage “designated volunteers” through appropriate training and development, to ensure that they can take responsibility for the running of the shop in the absence of paid colleagues, including holiday cover if necessary.

6. Implement the highest standards of customer care and service.

7. To maximise income by participating in fundraising and trading opportunities.

8. To take responsibility for the shop to implement shop procedures, as follows: -

§  To act as a key holder at an assigned location

§  To prepare the shop for opening by the correct time

§  To close the shop at the correct time and ensuring the shop is secure before leaving

§  To assist in the acquisition of donations including furniture and to liaise with the Area Retail Manager on collection and delivery procedures

§  To sort, prepare and price stock to in line with charity retail processes.

§  To present stock in the sales area to the agreed standard

§  To recruit, train, organise, supervise, and care for the welfare of colleagues and volunteer helpers

§  To reconcile the cash register, banking and to work to Age UK Cheshire’s financial policies and procedures

§  To complete paperwork as necessary, to include use of information technology on computerised systems

§  To carry out Age UK Cheshire’s policy on Health and Safety of colleagues and customers, including all manual handling policies and procedures for goods and furniture, emergency and accident procedures, trading standard policy, refunds and exchange policy.

9. To use initiative to ensure any issues in the shop are resolved quickly and effectively. To follow the correct reporting procedure to inform the Health & Safety Manager of any problems or concerns.

10. To understand and achieve daily/weekly/monthly/annual targets which will be reviewed regularly with the job holder. To undertake performance related reviews with Assistant Retail Managers as required.

11. To be a role model for Age UK’s mission statement and values and to understand how the role of a Retail Manager complements this.

12. To undertake such duties as may from time to time be reasonably requested by management within the flexible definition of the post.

AGE UK CHESHIRE

RETAIL MANAGER - PERSON SPECIFICATION

Essential Criteria:

- strong communicator with the ability to deliver team messages, deal with customer issues and resolve problems with firmness and fairness.

- ability to understand and interpret financial information in order to manage shop performance outcomes.

- good administrative and organisational skills with the ability to undertake banking tasks, keep basic records and organise resources in a busy environment.

- the ability to recognise stock potential in order to generate income and the importance of attractive presentation.

- supervisory experience with the ability to motivate, inspire and lead a team.

- IT literate

- ability to travel freely between shops (ideally full driving licence and use of a properly insured vehicle during work hours).

Desirable Criteria:

- basic knowledge of Health & Safety and Fire regulations and ability to identify potential risks to include items that sold under Health & Safety regulations.

- proven retail experience

- experience of working with volunteers.

- general understanding/empathy with the aims of the organisation.

Processing stock deliveries will regularly involve carrying and moving heavy stock.  You will also be on your feet for long periods of time.  On occasions you may be required to work on your own within the shop.

AGE UK CHESHIRE

RETAIL MANAGER - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The organisation currently operates 9 charity shops and has ambitious plans to open more charity shops which all help to provide funds for the charity to deliver its services for older people in Cheshire, as well as being a location to promote Age UK Cheshire services.

All Age UK Cheshire shops sell unwanted household and personal goods donated by the public and other commercial companies. The success of the shops is dependent upon achieving a regular adequate supply of donations.  Age UK Cheshire shops have established a reputation for selling good quality items, well presented and at reasonable prices. 

The shop staffing structure is supported by volunteer helpers.  They do not receive any payment other than the reimbursement of their exact travel costs from their home to the shop. 

The shops are all expected to trade profitably. Their function is to provide income to the organisation. Each shop is given a weekly sales target to achieve to produce a targeted net profit once rents and other costs have been deducted.

Each shop has a mixture of staff and volunteers covering a 6- or 7-day working period.  The Retail Manager will be supported by an Assistant Retail Manager working flexibly to provide cover at the shop. At times you might be asked to cover other shops depending on staffing issues, so flexibility is a must. Volunteer support is key to the success of the operation and development of “designated volunteers” who can take responsibility for the shop, during some periods of staff absence. 

Location: Shop Base – Alderley Edge. You may be required to cover other shops on an ad hoc basis.

Hours: 36.25 hours per week, worked over 5 days Monday to Sunday.  Hours are required to be flexible to ensure that the shop is staffed appropriately.  There may be a requirement to travel between shops.  In exceptional circumstances you may be required to work 6 days per week. The role will require working over the Christmas period and potentially all bank holidays.

Salary:  £25452.03 per annum (£13.50 per hour).  Overtime payments can be paid for exceptional circumstances where additional days have been worked.

Pension: Age UK Cheshire has an automatic enrolment workplace pension scheme in place for eligible employees.

Leave: 25 days’ leave per annum (plus Bank Holidays) rising after 5 years’ continuous service by one day per year (pro rata) to a maximum of 30 days’ leave after 10 years.

Contract: All new staff are subject to a three-month probationary period. 4 weeks’ notice is required to terminate employment by either side i.e., the employee or Age UK Cheshire. During the probationary period, one week’s notice is required by either side.

Health Care: All staff will automatically join the Age UK Cheshire’s Health Care Cash Plan and will be entitled to receive healthcare benefits.

Criminal Disclosure:  Basic DBS Check applicable for this post.

Age UK Cheshire is a Mindful Employer and positive actions will be taken to ensure that people will not be excluded from working for Age UK Cheshire because of their age, race, ethnicity, faith, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, physical or mental health.

Registered charity no. 1091608

This role will manage a diverse portfolio spanning across multiple income streams - consisting of Glass Door flagship annual events, community fundraising, challenge events, school, church and local business giving. Whilst we have a very loyal supporter network - this is a fabulous opportunity to deepen our roots and increase our community giving and engagement, as well as strategise creatively on how to expand our network. 

This role offers the successful candidate the opportunity to use their expertise in Community fundraising to strengthen our corporate partnerships through employee led fundraising, events and cause-led marketing.

You will take an active part in rejuvenating, stewarding and growing our Corporate Giving programme, working collaboratively and creatively with the Senior Fundraising team to nurture our existing relationships, seek opportunities for cultivation and further engagement. 

Community & Events:

Glass Door Flagship Events  

• Lead, plan and deliver our largest, annual flagship fundraising event – Sleep Out; our annual Supporter Thank You Event and our annual Christmas Carols Service 

• Cultivate opportunities for corporate sponsorship for our events 

Community Fundraising Events  

• Lead, plan and deliver a year-round calendar of Fundraising & Challenge Events across the community and corporate employee fundraising.

• Focus on recruiting and supporting participants for core flagship challenge events – such as the Royal Park Half, Tough Mudder and Skydives - as well as using the tool Run for Charity to expand our portfolio and community of supporters.

Churches & Schools  

• Lead, plan and deliver a year-round calendar of events, talks and opportunities for engagement through donations, collections, events & in-kind donations.

• Steward key relationships across our church & school network ensuring quick, thoughtful and organised communications 

• Act as an ambassador (as well as support colleagues across the organisation), to plan and deliver, talks and presentations throughout the year to champion our work and encourage engagement 

Partnerships: 

• Co-steward an existing Corporate portfolio who give through, sponsorships, events/ employee fundraising, challenge events, cause related marketing and donations. 

• Identify and develop partnerships and sponsorship opportunities with organisations aligned with the charity’s mission 

• Develop employee engagement and fundraising opportunities with our corporate partners 

Strategy:

• Plan and deliver a year-round activity plan and fundraising strategy to support and grow a portfolio with a six-figure annual income target across multiple income streams. 

• Work collaboratively with the fundraising team to secure an organisation-wide forecasted budget of £2+million

• Conduct an evaluation after each event, considering its successes, factors which could be improved and any recommendations moving forward. 

Collaboration:

• Work closely and collaboratively with: 

• The Communications team, specifically, our Marketing Officer to ensure our voice and brand are consistent across all supporter communications, and to optimise usage of email & paid social media marketing

• Colleagues across the organisation to deliver presentations and talks across the community about our work and impact 

• The Volunteer & Involvement Manager to maximise engagement across a community of 800+ volunteers 

Other: 

• Carry out the functions of the post with proper regard to Glass Door’s Equal Opportunities Policy. 

• Attend and participate in Manager meetings, and other ad hoc meetings when necessary. 

• Develop positive internal working relationships with relevant colleagues, working collaboratively with to ensure communications, data protection legislation, database management and donation processing are all handled appropriately. 

• Carry out line management responsibilities and ad-hoc co-management of cross-team deliverables 

Person Spec: 

We are seeking an energetic, insightful and creative fundraiser who has the confidence to take on a diverse portfolio and will have demonstrable experience at manager level within one or more of these core areas: events, community or corporate fundraising. We are looking for someone who can think strategically whilst also be willing to ‘roll up their sleeves’ and deliver - someone who enjoys building relationships, working collaboratively with their colleagues and volunteers, engaging with supporters and driving activity forward. 

Knowledge & Experience 

• Proven experience and demonstrable success in community fundraising at manager level; securing income from a range of fundraising streams and delivering a range of activities. 

• Experience managing complex events delivering six-figure income targets 

• Strong stewarding and relationship management skills under-pinned by values and principle-based fundraising 

• Up to date knowledge of the regulatory regime around fundraising and data protection. 

• Experience of managing budgets including forecasting, monitoring and regular reporting of outcomes against targets. 

• A good understanding of health and safety and risk assessment procedures. 

• Experience of coordinating and working with volunteers. 

• Confident use of CRM systems and supporter databases and fundraising platforms such as Just Giving. 

• Willingness to work flexible hours occasionally, for example at evenings and weekends 

Skills & Aptitudes 

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with a wide range of stakeholders and audiences, particularly our fundraisers, donors and volunteers. 

• Strong public speaking skills and experience of presenting to supporters. 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to adapt style appropriately. 

• Exceptionable attention to detail, project management, and organisational skills.

• Ability to work under pressure, manage time effectively and prioritise a varied workload. 

• Highly numerate with strong analysis skills. 

• Competent IT skills in standard Microsoft packages: Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Outlook and supporter databases to maintain meticulous donor records and administration systems, in line with agreed protocols. 

Warwickshire & Solihull Community and Voluntary Action

is recruiting

Area Programme and Development Manager (Solihull)

£44,088 per annum pro rata

30 hours per week

Permanent subject to funding

Hybrid/Office (The Core, Solihull) with regular travel

across Solihull and occasionally Warwickshire and Birmingham

About CAVA

CAVA provides infrastructure support to the Voluntary, Community, Faith and Social Enterprise sector across Warwickshire and Solihull. CAVA also works heavily in partnership with its respective organisations in both Birmingham and Coventry, collaborating across the landscape to reduce inequality. CAVA operates as a Volunteer Centre and delivers projects that support social and community action through the voices and engagement of local people.

CAVA has offices based in Leamington Spa, Nuneaton, Rugby, Stratford-Upon-Avon and a dedicated office space within a shared Community Hub in Solihull.

Area Programme and Development Manager

Area Programme and Development Manager will work as part of the Management Team and are key ambassadors for the organisation and the wider VCFSE. They provide leadership and accountability for the work of CAVA, overseeing and growing our position and portfolio of work as the VCFSE Infrastructure organisation for both Solihull and Warwickshire. The manager also occasionally works in partnership with the Board of Trustees on matters related to strategy and governance.

The Opportunity

The Area Programme and Development Manager will provide management and leadership of CAVA’s Solihull portfolio, which is at an evolving and exciting phase of integration across the Borough.

The Area Programme and Development Manager has a key role in leading and shaping CAVA’s presence in Solihull, working strategically alongside the Board and Management Team, to lead the organisation into its next era of growth and delivery.

The Area Programme and Development Manager has a key role and responsibility representing voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise groups and organisations, providing a strong and confident voice on behalf of the sector as we work alongside partners from the Public, NHS and the wider Integrated Care System (ICS).

The remit provides the successful candidate the opportunity to make a significant impact to reduce inequality within communities by supporting the VCFSE sector and working in a dynamic and collaborative environment, especially through prevention, early intervention and community engagement.

Summary of Key Responsibilities (please see Job Description for full details)

- Leadership and Management of the Solihull programme portfolio (including public sector contract) and CAVA Strategy

- Line Management of a small, focussed team

- Strategy, Planning and Control in line with need, compliance, business planning, lead areas

- Financial Management including setting and managing budgets and risk in line with sustainability and financial controls/compliance

- External Representation and Partnership Working across the landscape, provide the voice of the sector and working in collaboration, alongside public VCFSE, private, public and statutory sector partners

- Income Generation and Growth through the writing of tender and funding applications, evaluation and funding returns/reports and including other fundraising strategies

- Office Management environment within your area in line with regulatory policies, procedures and delivery need

- Corporate Support and Team Participation in wider, CAVA activity and events

What We're Looking For:

We are seeking a dynamic and self-motivated individual with evidence of:

- strong programme leadership and management experience and skills

- a strong and analytical eye for detail supporting contract management in line with KPI’s and budgets

- ideally, a background of working in the VCFSE sector

- confident, objective and effective voice and communication skills at all levels

- collaborative skills working as part of a supportive Senior Management Team

- a commitment to equality, diversity, inclusion and reducing inequality

- a ‘can do’ approach to work and objective thinker and problem solver

- skills and experience of writing tenders and funding applications

 Values

All employees are expected to demonstrate CAVA’s values by working positively as part of a team, delivering high quality services where all are supported and encouraged and to promote an ethos which values and encourages equality and diversity within the organisation and is respected through the VCFSE.

To apply for this role, you are required to hold a driving licence and have use of a car for work purposes. Flexibility to undertake occasional work out of contracted hours is essential for this role.

Competitive salary and benefits package including enrolment with an employee assistance programme of support.

If you think you fit the brief for this exciting role, please view the job opportunity on our website and submit your CV, accompanied by a covering letter which outlines why you would like this job and what you could contribute, focusing on the criteria detailed in the job description and person specification Letters should be no more than 3 sides and if typed, no smaller than size 11 font.

Closing Date: Monday 29th June 2026 at 10am

Interviews: Monday 13th July 2026

No agencies please

WCAVA is an equal opportunities employer

‘Putting Equality, Diversity and Inclusion into Practice’

We are recruiting for a Temporary Public Affairs Officer for a professional member body, you will need sound knowledge of the workings of government and parliamentary procedure, you will support the public affairs team in providing a timely, high-quality and professional public affairs service to deliver the organisations aim & objectives.

Hybrid working min 1 day in their London office

The Role
Support the public affairs team to develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders in Westminster and Whitehall, particularly MPs and peers with an interest in health, and other national, regional, local and EU stakeholders
Research and develop briefings for stakeholder meetings at request of head of public affairs and senior public affairs officers
Produce parliamentary briefings and submissions
Supervise the public affairs monitoring service, providing daily monitoring support and research material, including monitoring Westminster, European institutions, and other relevant external stakeholders
Cascade monitoring information throughout the organisation
Collate information from a range of public affairs sources for circulation to senior members, relevant colleagues in the Engagement & Communications directorate, policy directorate and the wider teams - including summaries of relevant bills, reports, debates etc.
Provide analytical support to the public affairs team, including collating data on parliamentary/public affairs activity/performance

The Candidate
Previous experience in a parliamentary, political or public policy environment
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Excellent political awareness and keen interest in politics
Strong research and analytical skills
Ability to prioritise and manage own workload effectively but also to be flexible and adapt/respond to emerging issues, short deadlines and other demands or challenges
Knowledge of legislative procedures and policy making processes - across national, regional, local and devolved government and European institutions
An understanding of health policy issues and the challenges and opportunities facing the health and other public sectors

IMPORTANT NOTE

Our aim is to respond to all successful applications within 5 days. If you havent been contacted within 5 days your application has been unsuccessful and your details will not be held further but we positively encourage you to apply for any other positions that you may see in the future.

We apologise that we cannot contact everybody in person but thank you in advance for your interest.

Third Solutions encourages applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Third Solutions acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003.

Mind BLMK works across our communities to support positive mental health and wellbeing. Working closely with a range of partners, we offer a number of activities from our wellbeing centres and local venues to make a difference to the mental health and wellbeing of people in Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes, and our aim is to make sure that no-one has to face a mental health problem alone.

Luton Wellbeing Service Manager
Post no: 664
Working base: Luton Wellbeing Centre, LU1
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: 37 hours per week
Work Pattern: 5 days per week, Monday to Friday + some occasional out of hours work
Salary: £28,325 per annum

About our Wellbeing Centres

We offer a safe, non-judgmental space to take part in group activities, chat with others over a cuppa, play a game, read a book, or just sit quietly over some mindful colouring. Our sessions are facilitated by our recovery workers, students and volunteers who can also provide information about other services available locally and on ways to support your well-being.

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity to oversee the daily operation of the Mind BLMK Luton Mental Health Prevention and Recovery Service.

Based at our Luton Wellbeing Centre the service provides a range of activities, groups and support opportunities throughout the week, helping people to manage their mental health, build confidence and progress through their own recovery journeys.

The Service Manager role is varied and rewarding, ensuing the smooth running of the service and playing a key role in shaping and enhancing the service to ensure it continues to meet the needs of the local community. Working in line with Mind BLMK values, you will monitor performance and drive service improvement, promote the service across the area, and build strong partnerships with local organisations, community groups, and key stakeholders.

You will oversee referrals into the service, lead on the assessment of more complex cases to determine suitability, and ensure the delivery of high-quality, person-centred support. You will also provide day to day leadership and supervision to the staff, volunteers, and student team, while maintaining responsibility for the health, safety, and management of the Luton Wellbeing Centre and its facilities.

Service Delivery Includes

Operate a service and ensure outcomes which supports individuals to deescalate crisis and develop strategies for recovery and increased wellbeing, in line with Mind BLMKs Recovery Model and contract requirements and Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s).

Work with the Operational Services Manager to review, design and implement changes to service delivery and working models, ensuring the service meets the needs of the local community, identifying solutions to gaps in provision and seek opportunities to grow the service and maximise the use of the centre premises.

Contribute to the development of the Luton service plan in line with both Mind BLMK priorities and the wider Luton Mental Health Plan and 2040 vision.

Entitlements/benefits:

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata where applicable)
• Health Plan with a wide range of wellbeing benefits
• NEST Pension Scheme (3% employer contribution and 5% employee contribution)
• Access to ongoing learning and development opportunities, including in-house and external training
• Flexible working opportunities in line with organisational policy
• Supportive and inclusive working environment
• Disability Confident Employer

If you have a passion for working in mental health and possess the required skills, we would love to hear from you.

Closing date: Friday 26th June at 5:00 pm
Please note: We reserve the right to close this advert early if enough suitable applicants apply
Start date: ASAP

Other roles you may have experience of could include: Mental Health Service Manager, Wellbeing Manager, Community Services Manager, Recovery Service Manager, Mental Health Team Leader, Service Delivery Manager, Community Support Manager, Operations Manager, Wellbeing Centre Manager or Mental Health Project Manager.

Interested?

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

We are proud to be an inclusive employer and actively promote equality, diversity and fairness. We welcome applications from everyone regardless of background or circumstances.

Mind BLMK has been committed to the Mindful Employer charter and the Disability Confident Employer Scheme since 2008.

Please note: Mind BLMK follows Safer Recruitment practices and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. Therefore all our roles are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

No agencies please.