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We are looking for more than an accountant!
Place Matters is a small, entrepreneurial charity punching above its weight.Yes you need be a qualified accountant who will “do” as well as “oversee” but we want you to also be part of our mission to enable community-led, place-based change to thrive. You will provide strategic and practical leadership across finance, organisational operations, risk, governance and compliance. We want you to contribute beyond your functional portfolio - support organisational strategy, planning, culture, partnerships and fundraising and translate Place Matters’ ambitions into deliverable and financially sustainable plans.
Please apply if you are someone colleagues and Trustees can trust to make sound decisions and if you are a team player - confident and with strong opinions, but low ego and collegiate. You need to have the ability to work at speed through ambiguity and uncertainty, remain calm under pressure, and stay solutions focused.
We'll conduct interviews on 22 and 23 October 2026.
To enable community-led, place-based change to thrive by strengthening communities, influencing funding, policy, and turning learning into action


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We are seeking a dynamic and highly motivated individual with excellent communication skills who will be a first point of contact with our membership network.
You will proactively increase member engagement whilst nurturing existing relationships and demonstrating commitment to promoting the value of helplines.
This role is supporting the Partnership and Engagement manager to deliver a sustainable membership and partnership model that keepspace in a constantly moving and diverse climate.
You will be central in supporting HLP’s sustainability and will helpto progress continued growth and attract new and diverse collaborations.
You will be regularly front facing with members and the wider public, so should be confident presenting on video as well as in person, and comfortable engaging a diverse range of stakeholders.
The role is predominantly home-based with regular travel to meetings and events.
We offer attractive staff benefits including 25 days’ annual leave rising with length of service, a company pension scheme, free life assurance and an employee assistance programme. HLP is committed to equality of opportunity.
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Development Manager: Trusts & Foundations
28 hours per week (0.8 FTE), Monday to Thursday.
c.£44,000 per annum (pro-rata), plus benefits
14 St James’s Square, London SW1Y 4LG (with some remote working possible)
Applications to work full-time, 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, will also be considered.
About The London Library
For 185 years, The London Library has stood as one of the UK's greatest literary institutions, inspiring creativity, and ideas. Our esteemed members, past and present, include literary giants like Charles Dickens, Charles Darwin, Virginia Woolf, and contemporary authors such as Kazuo Ishiguro and Sarah Waters. Our collection boasts around one million volumes, a vast eLibrary, and an invaluable postal loans service, making it a sanctuary for those who cherish the written word.
We are championed by our President, Helena Bonham Carter CBE, and operate as a registered charity. We have over 7,500 members and charitable turnover of circa £5m per year.
About the Role
The London Library is an independently funded membership organisation. It has successfully achieved its goals to eliminate an operating deficit in recent years, which has included developing and growing its membership, the outreach and access programmes and the care of its collections and archive.
Under an ambitious Executive Team and a strong board of Trustees, led by Chair Simon Godwin, the Library is in the middle of a £7 million capital campaign to transform some of its spaces and allow for a growth in membership and partnerships, underpinning its charitable purpose.
Revenue fundraising is essential, and the team raises income through a patrons programme, grants from trusts and foundations, philanthropic gifts, legacies and a biannual appeal to members.
The Library has developed a major giving strategy, which is attracting regular philanthropic gifts towards programming, collection projects, other revenue costs and the capital campaign.
You will be supported by an active and supportive team and work alongside the Director of Development. A new CRM system, adopted in early 2024, enables enhanced prospect and donation management.
Key Responsibilities
· Manage two important strands of the Library’s Development operation: Trusts and Foundations, and Legacies
· Oversee the Trusts and Foundations strategy and solicitation to maximise grants and income from grant giving bodies, including statutory funders
· With the support of a Senior Development Officer, manage the Library’s Legacy programme, develop and implement strategies to promote legacy giving, steward legacy pledgers and grow the number of legacy pledgers
About You
· Previous trust fundraising experience or transferrable strong persuasive writing skills
· Track record in relationship building externally (clients/donors) and internally (programme delivery staff) including customer or donor care experience
· Track record in meeting income targets in a fundraising setting, or other transferrable setting
· Experience of CRM systems
· Ability to plan, prioritise and carry out work effectively to meet deadlines
· Motivated, collaborative and able to work independently in a part-time role
Why Join Us?
The London Library offers a friendly, hardworking, and inclusive workplace where we strive to support the diverse needs of our team. We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to equality and diversity. Specific adjustments and access needs can be discussed to make this role suitable for you.
If you want to use your skills to help drive the success of The London Library, we would love to hear from you!
Please note:
How to Apply
To apply please visit our website and apply online.
Closing date: 09 October 2026 @ 12:00pm
Interviews: 15 October 2026
Closing Date: 22/09/2026 at 11:59 pm
Role Overview
You will be a strategic partner to the CEO and Senior Leadership Team, operating at the heart of the organisation to enable effective leadership, decision-making and delivery.
This role requires strategic project management, stakeholder engagement and organisational coordination. Acting as an extension of the CEO, you will help ensure priorities remain aligned, actions are delivered and the leadership team operates effectively in pursuit of Greenhouse's mission. Additionally, you will provide senior level executive support to the CEO.
You will be passionate about our purpose and committed to making a meaningful difference for young people. As a trusted representative of the organisation, you will build strong relationships with colleagues, partners, donors and other key stakeholders. The role could be done full time, or 0.8 FTE spread across five days.
Job Description
Senior Leadership Team Support & Coordination
Strategic Planning & Business Operations
Stakeholder & Relationship Management
Organisational Effectiveness & Change Support
Executive Support to the CEO
Experience & Skills
Who You Are
Helping young people succeed through sport and team spirit
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Who we are
We are OUTpatients, the UK’s LGBTIQ+ cancer charity. Proudly led by and for our community, we are here to shake up the system, advocate for equity, and stand up for every LGBTIQ+ person affected by cancer. Our passion to support others is born out of personal experience; we understand what it’s like to not see yourself reflected in the services you use, and feel like you are left in the margins at a time when you most need personalised support. That is why we host peer support, educate healthcare professionals and help to shape national policy so that nobody has to go through cancer alone.
The position
The Chief Medical Officer is one of three new senior leadership roles we're creating alongside our CEO, the first time OUTpatients has built a leadership team of this kind. Although the role is part-time, just one day a week, its influence is not: you'll be the clinical conscience of everything we produce, and a trusted voice for LGBTIQ+ people affected by cancer within the NHS and medical sector.
Working at the intersection of oncology and LGBTIQ+ health equity, you'll ensure our resources, training and peer support are always backed by rigorous clinical evidence and safe, reliable quality standards, giving our small team the confidence to support people safely. Beyond quality assurance, you'll act as a trusted spokesperson and policy voice, opening doors within the NHS and cancer sector that a patient-led charity alone cannot.
Working closely with our incoming Chief Operating Officer and Head of Fundraising & Business Development, and reporting directly to our CEO, your clinical judgement will directly shape how safely and credibly we're able to grow.
To learn more about the role, please read the attached Job Description.
We exist to improve the experiences and outcomes of LGBTIQ+ people living with and beyond cancer.
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As we enter an exciting new phase of growth, we're looking for an ambitious and relationship-driven professional to help us build sustainable, diversified income streams that will enable us to increase our impact and reach even more families facing childhood cancer.
We are transforming the way we generate income by focusing on long-term partnerships, smarter use of data and technology, and sustainable fundraising models that maximise impact whilst protecting team capacity. This role will play a key part in helping us achieve that vision.
We're looking for someone who can spot opportunities, build meaningful partnerships, develop long-term supporter relationships and help shape the future of income generation across the charity.
The Opportunity
As our Regional Partnerships & Fundraising Manager, you will be responsible for driving sustainable income growth through:
As a member of our Senior Leadership Team, you will play an active role in the strategic leadership of the charity, helping to shape organisational priorities, champion collaboration and contribute to future growth.
About You
We would love to hear from you if you have:
Whether your background is in charity fundraising, commercial partnerships, sales, account management or business development, we are interested in people who can build relationships, create opportunities and deliver sustainable growth.
Why Join Us?
This is a unique opportunity to join a purpose-led charity at a pivotal stage in its development. You'll have the opportunity to shape and influence the future direction of fundraising, partnerships and sustainable income growth across the charity.
You'll be joining a collaborative and ambitious team that believes in:
Most importantly, you'll help ensure that no family faces childhood cancer alone.
Every partnership secured, supporter retained and income stream developed will help us reach more families affected by childhood cancer.
Supporting families, funding research, providing medical education & bridging the gap between families, medical teams and policy makers.
Strategic Community Development Lead
Based in Oldham
Full-time (40 hours per week, 1 FTE)
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £40,444 per annum
Opportunity
Oasis is looking for a Strategic Community Development Lead who can combine an entrepreneurial flair and excellent leadership skills to lead Oasis Hub Oldham through the next phase of its growth.
We are seeking an experienced Strategic Community Development Lead who will bring fresh vision, take the community on the next stage of its journey together as a movement and bring innovation as well as stability to the charity.
About us
Oasis Hub Oldham is a local charity that is embedded in two communities in Oldham – Hollinwood and Leesbrook, where there are also four Oasis Academies. Our vision is for communities where everyone is included and no one is left out.
Key responsibilities
This is a key role as you will be responsible for strategic oversight of the local charity, ensuring the youth and community work is aligned to the the work of the academy, working alongside other local Oasis leaders such as the Academy Principal, volunteers and members of the local community to develop a joined up local vision for the community.
Some of the specific duties of this role include:
· Establishment and coordination of a range of provision such as family support, youth work, holiday clubs, volunteering and community empowerment projects.
· Maintaining and building supportive working partnerships across the community and various groups.
· Leading policy and process oversight.
· Planning, resourcing and coordinating the community plan, measuring impact.
· Strengthening the local Oasis Movement.
About you
This is very much a relational and project management role. As such, the successful applicant will need to demonstrate:
· A strategic mindset, and experience of leading community delivery and growing projects.
· Innovative use of resources and budget management to maximise funding, with a track record of securing income.
· A thorough knowledge and understanding community work.
· An education to degree level or equivalent and /or relevant professional qualification.
This is a unique opportunity for a self-reliant and results-focused individual, who is looking to make a difference in this complex and high-profile field of work.
What we offer
· Flexible working practices which encourage innovation and fresh ideas.
· A supportive network and friendly team in a motivating working environment.
· A non-contributory defined benefit pension scheme with 7% employer contributions.
· 25 days holiday per year (plus Bank Holidays), rising to 30 days after 2 years of service.
· Employee wellbeing schemes such as Cycle to Work and an employee funded health cash plan.
Application process
For full details please go the Oasis UK charity website.
Closing date for completed applications is 12 noon Monday 5th October 2026. Interviews will take place shortly after, with the date to be confirmed. (Shorter more informal calls may be arranged the previous week to assist with shortlisting).
Please send your CV and a covering letter (ensuring you refer to the job description and person spec).
To arrange a visit or an informal conversation about the role, please contact us via the Oasis charity website.
We actively encourage applications from people of all ethnic backgrounds and minority and underrepresented groups. Oasis is committed to making a difference to the lives of the communities it works in, and as such you must show a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the values and behaviours which flow from the Oasis ethos.
The successful candidates must have the right to work in the UK. Oasis cannot assist with sponsorship or visas. If you require assistance or adjustments to overcome potential barriers during the recruitment process, please let us know.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks.
Oasis supports Equal Opportunities. Registered Charity No. 1163889
Please send your CV and a covering letter (ensuring you refer to the job description and person spec).
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
If you’re passionate about safer communities and want a role where your work has a direct and lasting impact, this could be the perfect opportunity. As Crimestoppers’ Regional Manager for our Eastern Region (Kent, Essex, Norfolk & Suffolk), you’ll play a pivotal part in helping protect the public, empowering local people, and supporting the agencies working to prevent and solve crime.
We’re looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Regional Manager to represent Crimestoppers across the area. You’ll work closely with law enforcement and community partners to design and deliver meaningful crime‑prevention campaigns, while also coordinating cross‑border and national initiatives with organisations such as ROCUs and the NCA. You’ll empower local volunteer committees to thrive, act as a spokespeople for Crimestoppers in local and regional media, and drive funding opportunities that help expand our impact.
This role variety, and the chance to genuinely make a difference. We’re seeking someone with strong project and budget management skills, confidence under pressure, and the ability to build strategic relationships. Experience in or significant knowledge of the voluntary sector, media campaigning, or policing practice would be an advantage. If you’re committed to community safety and excited by the challenge of influencing real change, we’d love to hear from you.
Please read the full job pack before before submitting your CV and a covering letter.
FTC until March 2029 | Full time | Home based - travel required | £39,993 + £8,400 car allowance | DBS required
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Could you help us build more partnerships with schools and academy trusts and reach more young people?
Khulisa is a rapidly growing, award-winning youth mental health charity supporting young people aged 11-18 who have experienced adversity and trauma. We work with schools to improve young people's wellbeing, resilience and emotional regulation, helping them stay in school and overcome barriers to learning.
We are looking for a School Partnerships Lead to drive the growth of our school and multi-academy trust (MAT) partnerships.
About the role
This is a school-focused business development and sales role with real ownership and autonomy. You will manage opportunities from initial lead through to signed partnership, building relationships with senior education leaders, generating new income, and ensuring Khulisa reaches its growth and impact targets for Khulisa.
You will:
Generate new school and MAT leads through proactive outreach, networks, referrals and relationship building.
Manage a sales pipeline and use our CRM to track opportunities, activity and forecasts.
Lead discovery conversations to understand schools' needs and identify where Khulisa can add value.
Develop and deliver compelling pitches, proposals and partnership offers.
Manage opportunities from initial contact through to conversion, working towards agreed income and partnership targets.
Plan and deliver targeted sales and lead-generation initiatives, including webinars, outreach campaigns and conferences.
Work with senior colleagues to build strong relationships with school and MAT stakeholders and identify opportunities for repeat and longer-term partnerships.
For a full list of duties and responsibilities, please see the attached job description when you click the apply button.
This is a hybrid role. The post holder will be able to work from home or from our London office, but must be available for regular travel to schools, events and other stakeholder meetings across London and the North West of England.
About you
We're looking for someone with experience in business development, sales or partnerships, who enjoys building relationships and turning opportunities into results.
You'll be:
Confident engaging and influencing senior stakeholders.
An excellent communicator and presenter.
Proactive, commercially minded and comfortable working towards targets.
Highly organised, with experience managing a pipeline and CRM.
Collaborative, while able to work independently and take ownership.
Motivated by Khulisa's mission and improving outcomes for young people.
Experience selling to schools, MATs or other education organisations would be particularly valuable. Experience in a charity, social enterprise or other purpose-led organisation would also be an advantage.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: We are actively looking to recruit a diversity of talent. We embrace, respect and value the difference in our employees and believe that we and our work is better for it. We are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive environment that consists of fairness, dignity, and caring for everyone, and one that enables every employee to flourish and realise their potential.
Why Khulisa?
This is a great opportunity to join a small, ambitious charity where you can make a real difference and see the impact of your work.
You'll have a high level of autonomy to shape your approach, develop new opportunities and take ownership of your targets and relationships. We also offer flexible working around our core hours of 10am-4pm, helping colleagues balance work with other commitments.
You'll work closely with senior colleagues and play an important role in shaping the future growth of Khulisa.
To apply, please submit your CV and a supporting statement, both of which should be no more than two pages, outlining your relevant experience and why you'd like to join Khulisa.
We advise candidates to review the attached Job Description prior to applying, to see if this role and organisation is a good fit for you.
Our recruitment process will involve two online interviews. The first will focus on your experience and competencies; the second will include a short sales pitch task followed by questions around values, working style and motivation. Full details will be shared with shortlisted candidates. Interviews will be held the week commencing the 12th October.
Khulisa is a charity dedicated to helping young people overcome adversity.



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MEMBERSHIP RELATIONS EXECUTIVE
Based: Bloomsbury, Central London
Salary: £26-30,000 PA Dependent on Experience
BACKGROUND AND PURPOSES OF THIS ROLE
The BioIndustry Association is the UK’s trade and membership organisation for biotech and innovative life sciences. With 600+ members and a full programme of advocacy and connecting people across the sector - through committees, communities, publications, campaigns, online and in-person events – the opportunities for organisations keen to support the sector and connect with companies are significant.
With the growth of our membership and activities, we have had a strong focus on member relationship management and retention, with a growing need to help service the membership and assist them in utilising the benefits.
We are now looking for a membership relations executive who understands our ethos and the value of excellent customer relations to help service, engage and maintain close connections with our membership.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Member Support
Retention and renewals
Events and networking
Maintaining accurate records on the CRM
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Essential Demonstrable Skills:
Desirable Skills:
WORKING FOR THE BIA
Building a thriving, diverse workplace is a priority across all industries. The BIA is committed to providing a fair and equitable working environment, to attract and nurture people from all backgrounds. We value the individuality and diversity that employees bring to the company throughout our activities.
WORKING PATTERN
We are currently working in a hybrid pattern, whereby we work 3 days in the office and 2 from home. If the successful candidate is located within 40 miles of the London office, we expect them to adhere to this pattern.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume/CV and a cover letter detailing their relevant experience, with reference to the job description, outlining their approach to the role.
Please note that all offers of employment are subject to two satisfactory references and proof of eligibility to work in the UK. Applications written using an AI generator will not be accepted.
Deadline for applications is Wednesday 30th September 2026 at 9am. There may be an accelerated recruitment process, so interested applicants are strongly encouraged to apply as soon as possible ahead of this closing date.
Initial interviews will take place during week(s) of 5th October, dependent on availability. We are committed to providing equal opportunities and creating an accessible workplace. If you require any reasonable accommodations during the application, interview or assessment process, please let us know when you apply.
As the voice of the innovative life sciences and biotech industry, we influence government policy, the regulatory environment & the broader ecosystem
Why The Green House?
The Green House is the only service providing creative therapies across BNSSG and BANES supporting children, young people, and families who have experienced sexual abuse. Our distinct approach is:
You will be joining an ambitious team who work tirelessly to improve the lives of children, young people and families who have experienced sexual abuse.
Purpose of the role
The Family Support Manager sits within the Therapeutic Services Division at The Green House The role is responsible for managing the Family Support Team who offer Initial Meetings to young people/families/professionals, one-to-one Family Support sessions, multi-agency casework, psychoeducational parent groups and, as well as the Pathway Administrators of the therapeutic services. The post holder will work as part of the Management Team, contributing to service development across the organisation in line with The Green House’s strategy. The Family Support Manager will hold Safeguarding Advisor responsibilities within the organisation. The normal place of work is The Green House, Bristol however it may be necessary from time to time to attend meetings and events elsewhere.
Duties and responsibilities
Service Management
Therapeutic services responsibilities
General Responsibilities
This job description is intended to provide an outline of the key responsibilities and duties of the role. It is not an exhaustive list and the postholder may be required by the Charity to undertake other duties that are commensurate with the level of the role. This job description may be reviewed and updated periodically, in consultation with the postholder, to reflect the evolving requirements of the role and Charity.
Benefits
How to Apply
Please email your CV and supporting documents to us. The closing date for applications is Wednesday 30th September (23:59). Interviews are expected to take place on Tuesday 6th October.
We understand that candidates may value different formats to communicate their skils and experience, therefore we accept the following formats:
Within your cover letter or video, please answer the following question:
Managing a frontline team supporting families affected by sexual abuse can be complex and emotionally demanding. As Therapeutic Manager – Family Support how would you lead, support and empower your team to navigate these challenges, while ensuring high-quality, trauma-informed support for families? In your response, please consider how you would embed our values of Hope, Connection, Creativity, Genuine and Action into your leadership approach, particularly during challenging or uncertain times.
There is an optional Equal Opportunities Form included for our internal diversity in recruitment monitoring, which can be sent to us at the same address alongside your application. The form will not be seen by those involved in the recruitment process. Although not mandatory, this monitoring allows us to align recruitment with our overall HR Strategy, and continuously improve on how we attract, recruit, and retain a diverse range of candidates.
We pride ourselves on being a relational organisation. If you would like to speak to someone from The Green House at any point during your application, then please email us to arrange a phone call with a member of our team.
The Green House is a specialist support service for children, young people and families who have experienced sexual abuse.
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UK Youth has launched an ambitious new strategy to widen the reach and deepen the impact of youth work and outdoor learning. At the heart of that strategy is a clear commitment: We Back Youth Work Leaders.
As our new Head of Network Development, you will turn that commitment into action.
You will lead the development and delivery of a powerful national offer that equips youth work leaders with the investment, support, relationships and connections they need to thrive. This includes leading our Grants+ approach—combining significant, multi-year grant funding with tailored organisational-development support—and developing partnerships that strengthen youth sector infrastructure locally, regionally and across the UK nations.
This role is about much more than managing a network. We are evolving towards a more relational way of working: listening deeply to youth-work leaders, understanding the realities they face, involving them in shaping our work and building relationships founded on trust, respect and shared purpose. You will ensure organisations can access the right support, expertise and opportunities—and that their insight continually shapes UK Youth’s work.
You will have the opportunity to lead the delivery of the £13 million UK Youth Fund, strengthen the resilience and effectiveness of grassroots youth organisations, and help create a more connected and equitable system of support for the wider sector.
We are looking for someone with deep knowledge and experience of youth work and the youth sector—someone who can talk the talk and walk the walk with youth organisation leaders. You will bring substantial experience of the youth work sector and infrastructure, organisational development and capacity building, alongside the strategic and operational leadership needed to deliver significant grant-making activity and complex partnerships.
You will be an inclusive and credible leader who can turn ambitious strategy into excellent delivery, bring people and organisations together, and remain focused on what youth work leaders need to succeed.
Across the country, youth workers are changing—and often saving—young lives. This is your opportunity to ensure the people and organisations doing that vital work have the investment, infrastructure and support they deserve.
Purpose of the job
The Head of Network Development will lead the operationalisation of UK Youth’s new We Back Youth Work Leaders strategic pillar. The role will turn our ambition to equip youth-work leaders with the skills, networks and confidence to deliver exceptional support into a coherent network development offer—leading our Grants+ approach of multi-year funding alongside tailored organisational development, and strengthening youth-sector infrastructure locally, regionally and across the UK nations.
Central to the role will be embedding UK Youth’s increasingly relational approach to its network: building trusted, mutually beneficial relationships with youth-work leaders; listening to and understanding their needs; involving them in shaping our support and connecting organisations to the right opportunities, expertise and infrastructure. Reporting to the Director of Network Delivery, the postholder will be responsible for translating this strategic ambition into high-quality, well-governed delivery, while ensuring that learning and insight from the network continually improve our work and contribute to securing sustainable investment in youth work and outdoor learning.
Why work at UK Youth?
Every young person deserves a youth worker. UK Youth exists to make that a reality. Our vision is a society that backs every young person - through each spark, struggle and success.
As the UK’s national infrastructure body for youth work, we strengthen and champion a diverse network of youth organisations, unlock investment, shape policy and build the evidence base for what works. At a time of growing need and inequality of access, our work has never been more important.
We are entering an exciting new phase of our strategy - focused on long-term resilience, income diversification and a transformational Capital Appeal to develop Avon Tyrrell as a national centre of excellence for outdoor learning. Joining UK Youth means being part of an ambitious, impact-driven organisation committed to strengthening youth work for generations to come.
Key responsibilities
Portfolio leadership and delivery
Lead the strategic and operational delivery of UK Youth’s network development portfolio, translating organisational strategy and funded commitments into clear plans, outcomes, budgets, milestones and accountabilities.
Ensure programmes and services are delivered to a high standard, on time and within budget, with effective governance, performance management, risk control and escalation to the Director of Network Delivery.
Mobilise new initiatives and partnerships, establishing proportionate delivery models, systems, teams and governance arrangements.
Lead continuous improvement across the portfolio, responding effectively to evidence, partner feedback, changing needs and the external environment.
Be a champion of UK Youth’s network across all of UK Youth’s work.
Grant making and organisational development
Lead the delivery of UK Youth’s significant, multi-year grant-making portfolio, including the £13 million UK Youth Fund, ensuring responsible stewardship of charitable and restricted funds.
Ensure effective management of the full grant lifecycle, including programme design, application and assessment, due diligence, decision-making, contracting, payments, monitoring, reporting, complaints and closure.
Maintain robust and proportionate grant governance, financial controls, safeguarding assurance, risk management, data quality and compliance with funder and regulatory requirements.
Lead an integrated organisational development offer alongside grant funding, enabling smaller youth and outdoor learning organisations to strengthen their financial sustainability, leadership, governance, workforce and resilience.
Embed open, trusting, accessible and equitable grant-making practice, reducing unnecessary barriers while maintaining appropriate accountability.
Network and sector infrastructure support
Develop and deliver UK Youth’s approach to engaging, connecting and supporting our national network, informed by the needs and experiences of youth work leaders and organisations.
Create opportunities for peer learning, collaboration, knowledge exchange and access to relevant support across the network.
Lead major initiatives that strengthen youth sector infrastructure locally, regionally and nationally, working with partners to improve the consistency, coordination and accessibility of support.
Support regional and national partners to understand need, develop shared plans and approaches, and deliver locally relevant infrastructure and organisational support.
Work with the Communications Team and relevant colleagues to ensure network communications are timely, accessible, coordinated and purposeful.
Experience we're after
Substantial leadership experience within the youth sector, grounded in an in-depth understanding of youth work practice, youth work leadership and the realities facing youth organisations and their leaders.
Experience of leading a complex, multi-year network development or comparable portfolio, translating strategy and funded commitments into successful delivery and managing significant budgets and risks.
Experience of leading substantial grant making or onward funding activity, including governance, due diligence, financial oversight, risk and accountability.
Substantial organisational development and capacity building experience, including diagnosing organisational needs and designing practical support that strengthens leadership, governance, financial sustainability, workforce and resilience.
Experience of developing networks, partnerships or infrastructure across multiple organisations, regions or systems, with demonstrable credibility among youth organisation leaders.
What we can offer you
We offer a competitive range of benefits, good work/life balance, excellent learning and development opportunities and vibrant organisational culture:
Flexible/Agile Working
27 days annual leave (24 days + 3 days winter closure) plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time employees)
Funded training provided in; Safeguarding, GDPR, Information and Cyber Security & Equality & Diversity
Other training available in support of your personal and professional development
Pension scheme (currently UK Youth match employee contributions up to 5%)
Membership of our life insurance scheme which would pay-out up to 4 times your salary
Employee Assistance Programme to support employees both professionally and personally
20% discount off bookings at Avon Tyrrell, our New Forest Outdoor Centre, including camping, lodges and outdoor activities.
IT equipment provided for the duration of contract
CycleScheme and TechScheme
How to apply
If you would like to be considered for this fantastic opportunity, please complete an application via our completely anonymised recruitment system provided by Applied which looks to create a fair and unbiased application process for all. Scroll to the top of the page and start your application.
Closing date: 29th September 2026 at 09:00
Provisional First Stage Interview Dates: 5th & 6th October 2026
Provisional Final Stage Interview Dates (in person): 9th October 2026
As this role involves working in a regulated environment with young people, any offer will be conditional to satisfactory background checks, which include criminal record check and employment reference.
Please note CVs will be reviewed as the first stage of the recruitment process. Candidates who are shortlisted following the CV review will then have their sift questions assessed. Only candidates who meet the requirements at both stages will progress further in the recruitment process.
UK Youth is a leading charity with a vision that all young people are equipped to thrive and empowered to contribute at every stage of their lives.
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About The Music Works
The Music Works is a Gloucestershire charity that transforms young lives through music. We’re specialists in working with young people in challenging circumstances to help them reach their full potential in music, in learning and in life. We work with over 3,000 young people a year in schools and our four community studios in Gloucester, and the Forest of Dean. Our approach is youth-led, with young people involved at every stage of planning and delivery.
About the role
Despite holding significant commercially viable assets, The Music Works currently generates a very small proportion of its income through traded commercial activity. For the purposes of this engagement, commercial income means earned income from trading only, covering areas such as facility and Music Bus hire, training and consultancy, and similar fee-based services.
We are looking for someone to do the essential scoping work, to rigorously assess what we have, what the market will bear, and what a realistic commercial development strategy looks like for an organisation of our size, mission and sector context. The output will directly inform our longer-term commercial development activity and provide the foundation for a potential future employed commercial role.
We are asking someone with deep commercial development expertise to help us understand what is genuinely viable, set out a clear strategic plan, and leave us with the tools and confidence to execute it.
The engagement will be considered successful when the final report gives the Board and Leadership Team sufficient evidence and clarity to decide which income streams to invest in, at what pace, and whether and when to create an employed commercial role to lead that work.
For the full scope of work and further details on how to express an interest please visit The Music Works website.
The Music Works is a Gloucestershire-based charity whose mission is to inspire and transform young lives through music.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Lead services that support those who serve on the frontline
DMWS is seeking an experienced operational leader to develop and deliver high-quality services for blue light organisations and their workforces. This senior role combines strategic thinking, practical delivery, partnership building and strong project management.
A key part of the role is bringing services together. You will work closely with DMWS welfare teams, psychological services and clinical governance colleagues to strengthen referrals, coordinate support pathways and ensure operational delivery is safe, responsive and well governed.
What you will do
· Lead operational plans, service performance, contracts, budgets and improvement activity.
· Manage service mobilisations, pilots and improvement projects from scope through delivery, evaluation and handover.
· Build effective working relationships across welfare, psychological, occupational health and partner services.
· Coordinate cross-functional teams, project governance, milestones, risks, dependencies and reporting.
· Strengthen relationships with military, blue light organisations, commissioners, public-sector partners, funders and suppliers.
· Use evidence, outcomes and feedback to improve services, demonstrate impact and create opportunities for sustainable growth.
· Lead and develop staff while maintaining high standards of governance, safeguarding and compliance.
What you will bring
· Senior operational leadership experience in a complex service environment.
· Strong project or programme management skills and a track record of delivering change.
· Credibility with varied stakeholders and the ability to work effectively across professional boundaries.
· An understanding of welfare, wellbeing and psychological support pathways and the importance of clear clinical and safeguarding escalation.
· Commercial awareness, sound financial judgement and a commitment to quality and value for money.
· A collaborative, evidence-led and values-driven approach.
Why join DMWS?
This is an opportunity to shape a growing area of work, strengthen integrated support for military Services, blue light communities and help DMWS turn trusted expertise into sustainable, high-impact services across the UK. This role is progressive and offers the right candidate an opportunity
How to apply
Please submit your CV and a supporting statement explaining how your experience meets the requirements of the role by 28th September 2026. Applicants must hold a full UK Driving Licence and have access to a vehicle which is required for this role.
DMWS is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds.
Chief Executive Officer - Safe in Sussex
Location: Ferring, West Sussex | Hybrid - 3 days onsite
Salary: In the region of £55,000
Hours: 37 hours per week (a nine-day fortnight may be considered)
Type: Full-time
About Safe in Sussex
Safe in Sussex is a specialist domestic abuse charity helping its service users live free from abuse and fear. For almost 50 years, the organisation has provided refuge accommodation, community-based support and trauma-informed services across West Sussex. The charity operates within the wider Women's Aid network and remains committed to providing a safe space for those in need.
As the charity approaches its 50th anniversary and prepares for the retirement of its long-serving CEO, Safe in Sussex is entering an important new chapter. Financially stable, with strong local partnerships, the organisation is well positioned for its next phase of development and impact.
This is a chance to lead a respected organisation during a period of transition, helping to shape its future while building on a legacy of compassion, resilience and life-changing support.
What You Can Look Forward To
As Chief Executive, you will provide strategic, compassionate and accountable leadership to the charity while working closely with staff, trustees, service users, partners, funders and commissioners.
You will:
About You
We are seeking a strong and values-led leader who combines emotional intelligence, strategic thinking and operational credibility.
Skills and Experience
Personal Attributes
You May Not Tick Every Box
If this opportunity excites you, but you are not sure that you meet every criterion, we would still love to hear from you. We are interested in your potential, experience, perspective and commitment to our mission, not simply a perfect match against a checklist.
Occupational Requirement
Because of the nature and context of the role and, as some of Safe in Sussex's safe spaces are women-only, this post is only open to women. This is an occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010.
Recruitment Timeline
To ensure equitable access to information and support an inclusive recruitment process, Safe in Sussex will host a candidate Q&A webinar in place of individual informal discussions. We encourage all interested candidates to submit questions in advance, which will be addressed during the session. Please register your interest in attending this webinar on Tuesday 22nd September 2026 6-7pm and we will send you a link.
Application Deadline: 5pm, Friday 2 October 2026
First interview: w/c 2nd November
Second Interview: w/c 9th November
How to Apply
Charity People Ltd is acting as a recruitment agency advisor to Safe in Sussex on this appointment. Interested candidates are invited to submit a CV and request a candidate pack in the first instance.
For an informal conversation about the role or if you have further questions prior to applying, please contact Fabrice Yala.
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability, and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so we can help make the application process work for you.
Use of AI in applications:
We understand some candidates use AI tools when applying. Whilst we welcome the use of technology to support clear communication and structure, we want to learn more about you, so please ensure that your application reflects your own skills, knowledge and experiences.
Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.
Safe in Sussex welcomes applications from women of all backgrounds and particularly encourages applications from those whose perspectives are currently underrepresented in charity leadership.