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Chief Executive Officer - The Brain Charity
Location: Liverpool-based - occasional travel across Merseyside and the UK
Salary: circa £65,000 (+ 10% company pension on successful completion of probation)
Contract: permanent, full-time
Are you ready to lead a values-driven charity that supports people affected by neurological conditions and their families across Merseyside and nationally?
The Brain Charity is a Liverpool-based national charity supporting adults, children and their families affected by any of more than 600 neurological and related conditions. Since our roots in Merseyside community neurology (1992) we have grown a centre-based offer, hospital liaison roles and a national information, training and support service - from practical welfare and legal advice, counselling and rehabilitation (Neuro Gym) to peer connection via The Brain Food Café and employer/school training. We put lived experience, co-production and neuro-inclusive practice at the heart of everything we do.
As our next Chief Executive, you will:
- Strategic leadership: Develop and deliver a 5-year strategy and an operational plan with clear priorities that secures the charity’s long-term impact and sustainable growth.
 - Values leadership: Model and embed the charity’s person-centred, inclusive and co-productive values across services and culture.
 - Growth & income diversification: Lead development of diverse income streams - fundraising, legacies and commercial activity - to strengthen financial resilience.
 - Partnerships & advocacy: Strengthen senior relationships with NHS partners, local authorities, commissioners and wider stakeholders; amplify the charity’s voice in neuro-health and community settings.
 - Service quality & impact: Embed rigorous outcome measurement, quality assurance and contract compliance so our impact drives commissioning and service development.
 - People leadership: Stabilise staff morale, lead and develop a high-performing Senior Leadership Team, and promote wellbeing and inclusive working practices.
 - Governance & financial stewardship: Provide timely, high-quality reporting to the Board; oversee budgeting, forecasting and risk management to safeguard financial sustainability.
 
Who you are:
- An experienced Chief Executive or senior director with a minimum of three years’ experience at CEO or equivalent level.
 - Proven track record of winning and managing commissioned contracts and delivering against local authority or health contracts.
 - Skilled at building strategic partnerships and commanding credibility with senior stakeholders across health, local government and the voluntary sector.
 - Confident at leading turnaround and financial sustainability work - experienced in budgeting, forecasting and making difficult decisions when needed.
 - A values-led, collaborative leader with high emotional intelligence, resilience and a commitment to co-production and inclusion.
 
Why The Brain Charity?
- Lead a respected, person-centred organisation with a unique, wide-ranging offer across advice, emotional support, rehabilitation, social connection and national training.
 - A high-impact role where you can stabilise the organisation, professionalise fundraising and scale services strategically.
 - Liverpool-based centre with hybrid working and national reach - a chance to influence neuro-health practice and commissioning across the UK.
 
Please see the attached Recruitment Brief with details on how to apply.
Closing date for applications: 9am, Monday 10th November 2025
As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.
Appointment of a Fulltime Clerk
The Worshipful Company of Marketors
Our Purpose – “Marketing benefits everyone”
Salary: £70,000 + benefits
Place of Work: Plaisterers’ Hall, One London Wall, London EC2Y 5JU
The Marketors are seeking a fulltime Clerk. We are a Royal Chartered City of London livery company open to marketing, sales and agency leaders. In pursuit of our purpose we use our skills, contacts and resources to support charitable causes and enable the development of marketing. As a result we have a strong spirit of fellowship amongst our members reinforced by a wide range of events throughout the year. In all we do we actively support the City of London Corporation and the programme of the Lady/ Lord Mayor.
If you share our sense of purpose, can engage readily with our members and can be a credible face of our Livery Company to the City of London and the wider community we would like to hear from you. As Clerk you will drive forward membership recruitment and retention and manage the day-to-day running of the Company.
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate:
- Proven experience of the management, marketing, communications and strategy development of a comparable sized member-led organisation
 - Up-to-date IT and online skills; experience of running CRM systems and managing social media channels
 - Experience of and/ or a willingness to embrace the ethos/ culture of the City of London and the Livery Community
 - Positive leadership, organisational and administrative skills with the ‘presence’ to engage ‘peer to peer’ with senior members of the Company
 - Experience of the marketing or agency world would be an advantage
 - Excellent oral and written communication skills
 - Experience of setting and keeping to an agreed budget
 - Experience of managing people and events under pressure
 - Commitment, energy, tact, diplomacy, and confidentiality
 
Please download further details of the position from our website:
For an informal confidential discussion call Richard Evans or Kevin Everett our contact numbers can be found in the Candidate Brief and Advert.
Apply online with a full Curriculum Vitae detailing your skills and experience together with a two page Covering Letter clearly outlining your motivation to undertake the role and how you meet the competencies required for the position as stated in the Person Specification.
Closing date for applications: 9 November 2025
Long List interviews: 12 – 21 November 2025
Final Panel Interviews: 26/27 November 2025
To find out more visit: Visit Marketors website
Senior Finance Business Partner: £85,000 - £92,000 | Birmingham | Hybrid
For Europe's largest infrastructure project, we are recruiting a Senior Finance Business Partner to drive accountability and focus on cost control for the Corporate Services Directorate. This is a key role measuring and reporting on financial performance and promoting effective decision-making of direct and indirect costs. Reporting to the Head of Finance Business Partnering and providing oversight, control and direction to a team of up to 4 Finance Business Partners, this role is key in ensuring the financial targets and value for money are met.
Main Duties:
- Manage, and develop the Finance Business Partner team to embed and drive a cost control and productivity focused culture across the directorate
 - Lead the business case development process - reviewing and challenging funding requests to ensure they represent value for money
 - Support business performance management, enabling senior executives to effectively manage their budgets
 - Manage a diverse range of stakeholder groups with competing priorities and deliver tactical productivity initiatives across business areas
 - Interpret and provide insightful analysis from management reports to enable effective decision-making processes across the senior management team
 - Oversee the month-end financial close, preparing accounts, completing monthly analysis, variance analysis and assurance of reporting packs
 - Support the business through annual business planning and budgeting. Provide quarterly re-forecasts working with non-finance executives
 - Submit cash flows for business areas to supporting funding requirements
 - Identify and implement process improvements, and drive the adoption of consistent reporting and financial processes across the finance business partnering, commercia and programme teams
 - Provide first-class business partnering support to the business, reviewing and challenging forecasts and variances
 
Person Specification:
- Qualified accountant with strong experience of leading and managing finance business partnering teams
 - Experience leading annual business planning and budget setting processes in complex, matrix managed organisations - ideally infrastructure programmes.
 - Strong skills in business partnering key executive level stakeholder groups including planning, procurement, contract management and HR teams.
 - Ability to critically review and challenge forecasts, assessing affordability, value for money and the impact om programme delivery
 
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As an employer, we are committed to ensuring the representation of people from all backgrounds regardless of their gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, or any other aspect which makes them unique. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply and would encourage you to let us know if there are steps, we can take to ensure that your recruitment process enables you to present yourself in a way that makes you comfortable.
Location: Northmead House, Creekmoor, Poole, Dorset – CAN operates hybrid working
Hours: 37 hours per week
Salary £45,000 – £50,000 per annum
Contract length: 1 Year initially
Closing date: 5th November midday
Interviews: 14th November ONLINE
The Role:
We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Deputy Chief Executive to join our Senior Leadership Team. This pivotal role will work closely with our Chief Executive to ensure our internal governance, planning, and systems are robust and future-ready.
About CAN (Community Action Network):
CAN is a respected local infrastructure charity proudly holding the NAVCA Quality Award. We are a membership-led organisation committed to strengthening Dorset’s voluntary and community sector. Our mission is to serve and champion local charities and community groups, helping to build strong, healthy, diverse, and thriving communities.
We hold two national quality assurance awards and our work is underpinned by NAVCA’s four functions of a Local Infrastructure Charity:
- Leadership and advocacy
 - Partnerships and collaboration
 - Capacity building
 - Volunteering
 
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide strategic leadership and operational oversight across the organisation.
 - Drive performance by setting clear expectations and evaluating outcomes.
 - Contribute to the delivery of our strategic plan, Action With Heart, aligning with our vision, mission, and values.
 - Act as a key ambassador and representative for CAN, deputising for the Chief Executive as required.
 - Collaborate with the Senior Leadership Team to identify and secure new income streams, strengthening our financial sustainability.
 
About You:
You are an experienced leader with a passion for the voluntary and community sector. You bring:
- Proven experience in strategic planning, governance, and performance management.
 - Strong financial acumen and a track record of income generation.
 - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
 - A collaborative and values-driven approach to leadership.
 
Why Join Us?
At CAN, you’ll be part of a dynamic team making a real difference in Dorset. We offer a supportive and flexible working environment, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to shape the future of a vital local charity.
We offer a competitive salary and great benefits, including contributory pension scheme, 25 days holiday (pro-rata) plus all bank holidays, season train ticket loan, flexible working and much more.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Key Responsibilities
Azure
- Provide global strategic leadership for the design, optimization, and lifecycle management of Azure core infrastructure across ODI and affiliates, ensuring cost efficiency, security, and compliance.
 - Lead the design, deployment, maintenance and backup of Azure and M365 environments.
 - Lead in state-of-the-art technologies such as infrastructure as code, AI, secure trusted technical relationships, and remote site management.
 - Strengthen and maintain global infrastructure security posture across all environments.
 - Lead automation initiatives using tools like PowerShell, Bicep, Terraform, and Power Automate to improve efficiency.
 - Architect and implement global monitoring and alerting systems to enhance service reliability, cost effectiveness, response times, and customer satisfaction across all critical IT services.
 - Provide 2nd/3rd line support when needed for the first line team and out of hours support for critical infrastructure incidents.
 
Organisational Engagement
- Engage with stakeholders, sharing information and working together to provide a technical environment that is unified in security and collaboration.
 - Take an active lead with project managers, stakeholders and end users in the implementation of projects.
 
Experiences and Qualifications
Personal Qualities
This role requires not only a strong interest in technical developments, but also a heart and passion for strengthening the Persecuted Church.
The person will:
- Be cross-culturally sensitive and know how to build relationships in different cultures.
 - Have excellent customer service skills.
 - Be resilient and see challenges as opportunities.
 - Be self-aware and aware of impact he/she has on others.
 
Key Competencies, skills and experience
- Minimum of a bachelor's degree in IT or similar area preferably Masters or similar Microsoft Certifications.
 - Minimum recent 5 years of proven experience with Microsoft Azure services, particularly networking, databases, data management and architecture, app deployment and performance optimization, but all areas of Azure are of benefit.
 - Demonstratable masters level critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills.
 - Ability to think outside the box and solve problems creatively.
 - Able to plan and execute projects with an understanding of how to prioritise.
 - A proactive, service oriented, organised team player
 - Excellent communication skills (in English).
 
We are looking for an experienced senior manager to lead our strategic communications, external engagement and network development. The post holder will champion The Politics Project’s mission, strengthen its profile, and foster partnerships that help empower young people.
ABOUT THE POLITICS PROJECT
The Politics Project supports young people to use their voice by providing them with outstanding democratic education. We work with young people, teachers, youth practitioners and politicians to help them learn, teach and engage in democracy. We are a non-partisan organisation working across the UK.
ABOUT DEMOCRACY CLASSROOM
Democracy Classroom is a partnership of over 100 civil society organisations from the youth, education and democracy sectors working together to support young people to engage in elections and democracy.
The network is supported by the Democracy Classroom Platform, which brings together over 1000 free educational resources for teachers and youth practitioners.
Democracy Classroom is a non-partisan, UK-wide initiative and a leading voice for the sector, reaching teachers and youth practitioners in 95% of the UK’s parliamentary constituencies. It coordinates the collective voice of organisations committed to democratic education, including through its joint submission to the Department for Education’s Curriculum and Assessment Review and the publication of The Roadmap to Votes at 16, a collaborative vision for the implementation of Votes at 16.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Head of Communications and Networks will amplify The Politics Project’s voice, build strategic partnerships and strengthen collaboration across the youth, education and democracy sectors. You will lead on communications, stakeholder engagement and the continued development of the Democracy Classroom Network.
You will oversee a team responsible for communications, partnerships and events, providing leadership and guidance to ensure clear messaging, impactful storytelling and strong, coordinated engagement across the sector. The post holder will combine strategic thinking with strong operational delivery, managing both the external profile of the organisation and the networks that underpin its reach and influence.
Key responsibilities include:
Communications
- Develop and lead The Politics Project’s communications strategy to raise visibility and strengthen reputation.
 - Ensure clear, consistent messaging across all channels, including website, social media, newsletters and press.
 - Lead media relations, drafting press releases, handling journalist enquiries and identifying media opportunities.
 - Monitor and evaluate communications activity to measure reach, engagement and influence.
 
Partnerships and networks
- Work with the Partnerships Manager and Director to cultivate and manage relationships with key stakeholders across civil society, government, education and youth sectors.
 - Oversee the day-to-day running of the Democracy Classroom Network, including partner communications, newsletters and database management.
 - Create opportunities for collaboration and knowledge-sharing between organisations, policymakers and institutions.
 - Oversee the Democracy Classroom Platform and ensure it continues to grow as a trusted resource hub for teachers and practitioners.
 - Act as The Politics Project’s representative and ambassador at external meetings, conferences and events.
 
Leadership and management
- Lead and mentor the communications and networks team, including line management of the Partnerships Manager, Communications Lead and Programme Coordinator.
 - Manage relationships with freelance designers, illustrators and developers.
 - Oversee evaluation and monitoring of communications and network activities, producing reports as required.
 - Manage budgets and allocate resources effectively for communications, campaigns and events.
 - Contribute to the organisation’s strategic planning and cross-programme collaboration.
 - Carry out other duties as required in support of the organisation.
 
This is a fast-paced senior management role in a small but growing organisation. The post includes a six-month probation period and is fixed-term until March 2027, with the potential of extension depending on funding. Occasional travel within the UK and some evening or weekend work will be required.
BENEFITS
- 33 days’ annual leave including Bank Holidays (inclusive of 3 days’ leave between Christmas and New Year).
 - 4% employer pension contribution.
 - Professional development and training opportunities.
 - Friendly, inclusive and supportive working environment.
 
ABOUT YOU
You are an experienced communications and partnerships leader who is passionate about democratic engagement and young people’s participation. You will bring creativity, strategic insight and strong relationship-building skills to strengthen The Politics Project’s profile and expand the Democracy Classroom Network.
You will have a track record of managing people and projects, developing communications strategies, and building collaborations across complex stakeholder landscapes. You will be confident in navigating the intersections of education, youth engagement and democracy, and able to balance strategic oversight with hands-on delivery.
Above all, you are a strong leader, communicator and collaborator who can inspire others, think strategically, and deliver tangible results in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
In accordance with our Child Protection and Safeguarding procedures, this position requires an enhanced DBS check that will be provided.
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Proven experience in leading communications, external engagement or partnership functions at a senior level.
 - Experience managing and motivating teams, including staff and freelancers.
 - Demonstrable success in developing and delivering communications strategies that raise profile and influence change.
 - Strong understanding of press, media and digital channels, including social media campaigns and storytelling.
 - Excellent writing, editing and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex ideas into accessible content.
 - Proven ability to build and maintain networks with diverse stakeholders, including NGOs, policymakers and funders.
 - Excellent organisational and project management skills, with the ability to juggle multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
 - Strong analytical skills and understanding of data and metrics to evaluate communications impact.
 - Confident public speaker and facilitator, able to act as a credible spokesperson and ambassador.
 - Proficiency in digital communications tools (social media platforms, email marketing, CMS, analytics tools).
 
Desirable
- Experience managing networks or coalitions across multiple sectors.
 - Experience overseeing digital platforms and online communities.
 - Understanding of UK education, youth and democratic engagement policy landscapes.
 
TO APPLY
Please submit your CV and a covering letter (maximum one side of A4) via the CharityJob website.
Closing date: 11:30 pm, Sunday 9th November 2025
Interviews: Week commencing Monday 17th November 2025
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We are working in partnership with Surrey Wildlife Trust (SWT) to secure their new Head of Fundraising & Communications. SWT provide expert advice and guidance to landowners and managers, while inspiring and educating people and organisations across the county on what they can do to help tackle the ongoing climate emergency, while supporting the health and wellbeing of all who live in Surrey. By doing this, SWT will create a county that is full of diverse and abundant wildlife, where nature is at the heart of individual choices, corporate decisions, and local economic and policy making.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a driven, passionate and experienced senior fundraiser to lead transformational fundraising and communications across the organisation. As Head of Fundraising & Communications, you will lead a dynamic and talented team to develop and deliver a powerful fundraising strategy that expands and diversifies income. From major donors to corporate partnerships, membership growth to trusts & foundations, you will ensure SWT have the financial strength to support their ambitious conservation goals.
You will also drive their mission-led communications, engaging a wide range of audiences through PR, marketing, digital, and social media to enhance awareness and inspire action through compelling campaigns and appeals.
Candidates must be able to demonstrate:
- Proven experience in fundraising leadership, with expertise across multiple income streams
 - A track record of securing major gifts and partnerships
 - Strong strategic leadership skills, able to inspire and motivate teams
 - Excellent relationship-building abilities with donors, corporates, and key stakeholders
 - Experience in marketing, PR, and digital communications to enhance engagement
 
A passion for wildlife, conservation, and nature recovery, a creative, storytelling mindset and the ability to inspire others to maximise their potential, will be essential.
Are you ready to play a key role in protecting and restoring Surrey’s wildlife while ensuring a financially sustainable future for nature?
For more information, please contact Katherine Anderson-Scott, Executive Director, Charisma Charity Recruitment. Your application should be submitted through the Charisma website and include your CV and supporting statement.
We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or other category protected by law.
SWT are committed to having an inclusive and diverse workplace and encourage applications from backgrounds which may be underrepresented in our sector, including people from minority ethnic backgrounds and people with disabilities. If you have any reasonable adjustments or wish to apply for this role under the Disability Confident Scheme, please confirm in your application, or contact the Charisma Operations Teams separately. Charisma will ensure all candidates who disclose that they wish to apply under the Disability Confident Scheme and that meet the minimum criteria for the role will receive an opportunity to interview with the Charisma Consultant representing the vacancy.
Hours: Full time (4-day week and flexible working all considered), permanent
Location: Pirbright, Surrey / hybrid (2 days a week onsite preferred)
Closing date: 9 November 2025
Charisma will review applications on a rolling basis, so please apply without delay to avoid disappointment.
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We are working in partnership with Dravet Syndrome UK (DSUK) a small independent UK charity dedicated to improving the lives of those affected by Dravet Syndrome. The charity was founded in October 2008 by a small group of 30 families. Today, DSUK is a registered charity helping nearly 600 families with support, education, and research services, underpinned by a world-class Medical Advisory Board.
They are now seeking a Head of Family Services, a newly created senior role to enable DSUK to drive forward with the implementation of their five-year strategic plan, including supporting and empowering families to access the support to which they are entitled in living with a complex and life limiting condition.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing organisation and help guide the next stage of their development, enabling them to make a positive difference in the lives of more people affected by Dravet Syndrome in the UK.
The successful candidate will demonstrate the following essential criteria:
- Demonstrable ability to interpret and use current legislation and guidance to protect and/or advance people's rights and entitlements
 - Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the confidence and ability to engage effectively with families, healthcare professionals, social workers and other stakeholders
 - Excellent communication skills, including the ability to articulate complex issues clearly and persuasively in written and verbal formats.
 - Proven ability to provide high quality professional supervision (reflective practice) to qualified and unqualified staff, in order to maximise personal effectiveness and professional development
 - Excellent organisational and teamworking skills to be able work remotely, manage and prioritise a varied caseload and delegate effectively
 
The successful candidate will be compassionate, skilled, hands-on and collaborative with significant experience of a working environment involving families with disability and/or complex needs (e.g. social care, health care, special needs education, disability law and/or family support in a similar organisation). You will have good working knowledge of disability law and other relevant statutory and regulatory frameworks, relevant organisations and agencies involved, and experience of an appropriate range of professional interventions. You will have demonstrable expertise and advanced training all aspects of safeguarding for children and vulnerable adults. You have proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate and support colleagues towards achieving shared goals.
Please note: As part of DS UK’s commitment to safeguarding, the postholder is expected to undertake an enhanced DBS check.
For more information, please contact Sandra Smith, Charisma Charity Recruitment. Applications should be submitted through the Charisma website and include your CV and supporting statement.
We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law.
Location: Fully Remote, with monthly travel across the UK
Closing date: 9 November 2025
Charisma vetting interviews to be completed by 12 November 2025 prior to shortlisting
1st interviews with Dravet Syndrome UK: 27 November (online)
2nd interviews with Dravet Syndrome UK: 12 December (in-person) - TBC
Interim Payroll Officer (Assistant Financial Accountant)
Location: London (Hybrid – 60% office / 40% home)
Hourly rate: £20.44 £26.44 holiday pay
Contract: Interim
Hours: Full time: 35 hours per week
As the interim Payroll Officer, you’ll take ownership of essential finance processes, from payroll and taxation to treasury and monthly controls, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data that helps shape the organisations strategic decisions.
This is an exciting opportunity for you to grow in a non-profit environment while contributing to meaningful change.
In your role as interim Payroll Officer you will.
• Ensure the accuracy of financial systems and reconciliations
• Process monthly payroll and pension runs, including statutory sick leave
• Updating payroll and pension information
• Support audits, statutory accounts, and tax compliance (VAT, Corporation Tax, Gift Aid)
• Manage banking relationships, cash flow, and investment activities
• Partner with departments like HR to improve processes and drive efficiency
To make a success of this role, you’ll ideally bring:
• Part-qualified (ACCA, CIMA, or CCAB) or equivalent professional status
• A proven track record in in financial and payroll experience ideally in a charity or public sector setting
• Strong Excel skills and confidence with finance systems
• A proactive approach and commitment to continuous improvement
To apply for the position of interim Payroll Officer through TPP Recruitment please send your CV to [email protected]
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 that we can help with making the application process work for you.
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READY TO DRIVE A SOCIAL ENTERPRISE FORWARD?
MOTIVATED BY PURPOSE, NOT JUST PROFIT?
GOT A GREAT EYE FOR DETAIL?
WE’RE RECRUITING A GENERAL MANAGER...
Can Do is a start-up using digital technology to create social change. Founded by award-winning social entrepreneur Mark Johnson MBE, Can Do is building an innovative platform to help vulnerable people take control of their lives and access the services they need.
Mark is looking for a General Manager to work alongside him. Mark is an entrepreneur and creator. To balance this, he needs someone steady, organised, and practical to turn ideas into plans and keep the day-to-day operations running smoothly.
He’s looking for someone who:
· Has experience of general/project management in a social enterprise or start-up
· Is calm, steady and level-headed
· Has meticulous attention to detail and is a practical organiser who gets things done
· Can use digital and AI tools to simplify processes
· Is empathetic and purpose-driven to help people
The role is flexible – full-time, part-time, or a great option for someone returning to work.
This isn’t just another job, it’s a chance to help build a start-up with huge potential to scale.
Think this sounds like you? Let’s start a conversation.
WHO WE ARE.
Can Do is a start-up using digital technology to create social change. Founded by award-winning social entrepreneur Mark Johnson MBE, Can Do is building an innovative platform to help vulnerable people take control of their lives and access the services they need.
Our mission is to put power back where it belongs: with the people who use services. Because we believe that if you think you can, you can.
THE ROLE
Mark is looking for a General Manager to work closely with him. He is an entrepreneur and creator. To balance this, Mark needs someone steady, organised, and practical to turn ideas into plans and keep the day-to-day running smoothly.
This is a start-up role: exciting, busy, and varied. There’s a lot to do, and you’ll need to be efficient, flexible, and ready to roll up your sleeves.
It’s about working with purpose, building something new, and making a real difference.
WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR
· Someone with experience in project management, operations, or general management in a social enterprise, or small start-up
· A meticulous and practical organiser who enjoys making things work and getting things done
· Someone who wants to work with purpose, helping build a socially oriented organisation
· Efficient, empathetic, and comfortable juggling a wide range of tasks
· Tech-savvy and confident using AI/digital tools to make processes simple and efficient
· Flexible: this role could be full-time, part-time, or suit someone returning to work
WHAT YOU’LL DO
· Project management: Plan and manage projects from start to finish, making sure deadlines are met and everyone delivers on their part.
· Meetings and follow-up: Organise and run management meetings, keep notes, and make sure agreed actions happen.
· Governance: Oversee compliance and act as Company Secretary, keeping records accurate and up to date.
· Finance: Use Xero and work with accountants/bookkeepers to oversee budgets, accounts, and financial reports so the numbers are always clear.
· Fundraising and business development: Support funding applications, proposals, and relationships with partners to bring in new opportunities.
· Operations: Keep the day-to-day running smoothly — from diary management and HR basics to coordinating contractors.
· Communications: Maintain simple but effective comms, updating the website and keeping social media active.
SKILLS & QUALITIES
· Strong organisational and project management skills
· An excellent writer, whether contracts, bids or public facing materials
· Experience of operations, governance, and finance oversight in a small organisation, ideally a social enterprise or startup
· Confidence managing budgets and financial reporting (not a finance role, but able to keep track)
· Able to communicate clearly and keep people focused
· Empathetic, socially minded, and committed to putting people first
· Steady, reliable, and happy working in the background to let others thrive
EQUALITY & DIVERSITY.
Can Do welcomes applications from people with lived experience of social challenges. We are committed to ensuring diversity and inclusion in our recruitment process and workplace culture.
Can Do is a start-up using digital technology to create social change.
                                The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Connect: North Korea is a fast-growing charity supporting North Korean escapees to build new lives after experiences of systemic discrimination, poverty, and trauma.
Our organisational income has grown consistently year on year since we registered in 2018. We now have a series of multi-year grants in place ensuring that 42% of our income for 2026 is already secured. We are looking to recruit a dynamic Head of Fundraising to lead and deliver income generation as we scale our work in the UK and globally.
This is a rare opportunity to work closely with the CEO and across programme teams to map out our annual fundraising plan, craft compelling cases for support, develop funder relationships, with an aim to securing our funding base year on year.
Position: Head of Fundraising
Responsible to: Chief Executive Officer
Based at: Our offices in New Malden KT3 with some remote/home working. We will be as flexible as possible to accommodate the right candidate.
Contract: Permanent. Part-time (3 days a week). Flexible hours/days possible.
Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 FTE + 5% eligible pension
Benefits: 28 days holidays exclusive of public holidays pro-rata. We also offer 2 additional days on top of this – 1 recharge day where the whole charity closes and 1 day in the week of a staff member’s birthday.
Role objective
Lead our efforts to grow and diversify CNK’s income across individual giving, trusts and foundations, corporate partnerships, and community fundraising. Diversity our income base by increasing our unrestricted income, ensure organisational sustainability by securing multi-year grants and growing individual and corporate donations and grow our annual income by identifying and building relationships with new donor
About you:
Are you passionate about helping others, interested in working with the North Korean community and excited about using your expertise in fundraising to increase our impact? We are looking for a very special candidate to join our small team: a person who knows what success looks like and the steps that need to be taken to get there. A person who rolls up their sleeves and gets stuck in, but most of all, a person who can build relationships - with our team members, our community, our donors and drive through positive change for the benefit of all.
General duties and responsibilities will be:
Work closely with Chief Executive to:
- Develop our annual organisational fundraising strategy and fundraising action plan;
 - Draft fundraising targets and KPIs based on current income levels and our delivery plans for 2026;
 - Lead and coordinate all CNK fundraising activity from Trusts and Foundations, corporates and individual supporters;
 - Build relationships with major donors, corporates, charitable Trusts and Foundations and other institutional funders;
 - Ensure all fundraising meets the Code of Fundraising Practice, safeguarding standards, GDPR compliant and CNK’s values; and
 - Report quarterly on fundraising progress to Chief Executive and Board of Trustees
 
To apply:
Please send CVs and cover letters addressed to Michael Glendinning. Applications are rolling until we find the right candidate.
We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability (physical or learning), LGBTQI+ or relationship status, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion and belief, gender or social class.
Enabling escaped North Korean people to heal, grow, and live the lives they choose.
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Job title: ISC - Avon and Gloucestershire
Reports to: Immediate Support and Debrief Manager
Location: Home working with regular travel throughout the area
Objective:
2wish exists to provide support to anyone affected by the sudden and unexpected death of a child or young person aged 25 and under.
Aims:
- Ensure every Emergency Department and Critical Care unit has a suitable bereavement suite
 - Ensure that bereavement boxes are available at each of these hospitals
 - Ensure that immediate bereavement support is available for all affected by the sudden death of a child or young person
 - Provide a professional counselling service and other therapies for those affected by the sudden death of a child or young person
 - Provide support to individuals who witness the sudden death of a child or young person
 - Provide support and training to professionals from any sector who may be affected by the sudden death of a child or young person
 - To advocate and campaign on behalf of suddenly bereaved families
 
2wish Cymru and 2wish:
2wish has been established since 2012 and has grown from strength to strength. During this time, we have worked tirelessly to embed our service and ensure that the offer of support is made at the point of death.
We offer an immediate, consistent, high-quality and compassionate service to all individuals affected by the sudden and unexpected death of a child or young person aged 25 and under. We work in partnership with professionals who refer into the charity on behalf of families, so they don’t have to trawl through the internet for an organisation who may, or may not, be able to support. We provide immediate, and ongoing, support and are here for as long as our families need us.
In January 2024 we launched phase one, of the ten-phase expansion, into the bordering counties of England and Wales, namely; Cheshire, Shropshire, Herefordshire, Worcestershire, Gloucestershire and Avon and Somerset. In July 2025, we plan to launch phase two of the expansion and will continue to roll out support in the coming years across the whole of England.
Context of role:
2wish support anyone affected by the sudden and unexpected death of a child or young person aged 25 and under. We provide immediate casework support, as well as ongoing services including counselling, complementary therapies, play therapy, coffee mornings, support events and a respite cottage.
As we continue to expand our services across England the successful candidate will play a central role in the ongoing development of our relationships with stakeholders. Initiative and drive play an integral part of ensuring our professional stakeholders remain engaged and champion our service to those we support. The post holder will provide immediate and ongoing emotional and practical support to families, friends, witnesses and professionals affected by the sudden death of a child or young adult.
Main duties:
Service:
- To initiate immediate support for a caseload of families whose children and young people aged 0- 25 have died suddenly and unexpectedly across the county you reside in and bordering counties
 - To contact all families within 24-48 hours of the referrals by telephone
 - Complete an initial assessment of families' needs to identify and plan the support as required in line with safeguarding and risk reduction
 - Offer emotional support and advice to a case load of families through home visits and ongoing weekly telephone calls
 - To liaise with the Counselling Support and Outreach Coordinator, who is responsible for organising formal support such as counselling, complementary therapy or play therapy, subject to consent from the bereaved individual
 - To work with hospital staff, GP’s, police officers, coroner offices, mental health teams and other healthcare professionals to raise awareness of and promote referrals into the charity from the county you reside in and bordering counties
 - To liaise with other professionals working alongside the family to provide a holistic and multiagency approach to support
 - Attend relevant forums within the area
 - To deliver awareness training in hospitals and other healthcare settings, schools and workplaces on the use of the bereavement boxes, the services we offer, ho to refer into the charity and bereavement awareness
 - To ensure families have been offered a memory box and coordinate these when required
 - Facilitate debriefs within professional settings following a traumatic or sudden death of a child or young person
 - To work with hospital trusts to establish and maintain the upkeep of suitable bereavement suites for bereaved individuals to use as required
 - Maintain stock of 2wish memory boxes and deliver boxes to partner organisations as required
 - To submit monthly/quarterly/annual reports to Bereavement Services Manager as required
 - To signpost and/or refer to other agencies as required that can provide support as needed
 - Cover members of the support team for annual leave and/or sickness
 - To travel to attend in-person team meetings and in-person training as required
 - To travel to in-person events as required
 
General:
- To be responsible for organising own work agenda, time management and administration
 - To show respect and sensitivity for the cultural and religious beliefs of families
 - To undertake learning opportunities and seek them out for the team
 - To adhere to all company policies and procedures including Safeguarding, Confidentiality, Health and Safety and Lone Working; and to be proactive in implementing new safe working practices as appropriate
 - To attend weekend and evening community events in support of the charity as necessary
 - Participate as and when required in team meetings and one-to-one meetings, and undertake, as appropriate, courses/training/other developmental activities, which is relevant to the role
 - Contribute on the social media platforms maintained by 2wish
 
It is the nature of the work that tasks and responsibilities are in may circumstances unpredictable and varied. All employees are therefore expected to work in a flexible way and tasks, which are not specifically covered in their job description may have to be undertaken.
You will be subject to performance review, which will incorporate a review of the above duties and performance over the period.
This role is subject to a DBS check.
Salary: Starting salary of £26,500 per annum, with the opportunity for an increase through the appraisal structure.
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: Normal office hours are 9am - 5pm, Monday to Friday, although alternative hours may be worked with line manager agreement. Work outside office hours may sometimes be necessary and will be compensated for by time off in lieu.
Annual leave: 28 days plus bank holidays. Annual leave steadily increases after five years of service. Annual leave and statutory holidays are calculated on a pro rata basis where applicable.
Pension: 2wish operate a contributory pension scheme. 2wish will auto-enrol you into the scheme in accordance with it's auto-enrolment obligations. Full details of the scheme will be provided to you once you are enrolled, including the minimum level of contributions that you will be required to make during your membership (current contributions - employer 3% and employee 5%).
Mileage: A fixed rate allowance is payable for agreed mileage undertaken on 2wish business in a private vehicle, over and above your usual journey to your workplace/s.
Location: This post is predominantly home based, with regular travel across the areas you will be covering and some travel to our Head Office in South Wales.
Additional benefits for our employees:
- An 'Employee Assistance Programme, ' including wellbeing support
 - Free parking on 2wish premises
 - Free branded 2wish clothing
 - An extra annual leave day on your birthday
 - Incremental increase in holiday entitlement based on length of service
 - Paid sick leave
 - Discounts for personal purchases on 2wish Merchandise
 - Discounted tickets to UK 2wish events for staff and family
 - Extra holiday entitlement when taking part in 2wish overseas events
 - Company mobile phone for performance of duties
 - Tools/equipment required for the performance of duties
 - Reimbursement of work expenses
 - Bright Exchange employee discounts
 - Auto-enrolment into company contributory pension scheme after 3 months service
 
How to apply:
Please return a CV and covering letter, or a CV and two-minute video, by email.
Closing date: 6th November 2025
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as soon as possible. Only those shortlisted will be contacted for an interview. Interviews may take place prior to the advertised closing date.
Career Connect is a large national Charity, listed in the top 100 Best Companies to work for. They are committed to supporting young people and adults to realise their potential and their mission is to drive social mobility by enabling more people to access and succeed in education, training and employment. 
 
Director of Operations – Justice Services  
Salary: Circa £60,000 
Hybrid working with 2 days a week minimum in the Liverpool office and Flexi time 
25 days Holiday increasing with Service 
 
It’s an exciting time to join Career Connect, as the organisation seeks to appoint a strategic and visionary Director of Operations – Justice Services. Sitting as a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, this role carries responsibility for a diverse and high-impact portfolio of business operations. 
The Director will lead, and shape Career Connects Justice Services, driving sustainable growth and ensuring the effective delivery of contracts across the portfolio. You will cultivate strategic partnerships that support the organisation’s performance and financial objectives, embed a culture of quality and continuous improvement, and oversee contract performance through robust monitoring and evaluation frameworks. In addition, you will provide strong commercial and operational leadership, ensuring the efficient management of budgets, resources, and teams.
We are seeking an individual with a proven record of strategic and operational leadership, encompassing both service delivery and financial management, ideally within the criminal justice or a related sector. Above all, you will bring exceptional stakeholder management and collaboration skills, coupled with a genuine commitment to empowering people to achieve their potential.
Although based in the Liverpool office, this role involves travel in the North-West and nationally.  
 
To learn more about this unique and exciting opportunity, please visit the Prospectus website.
 
Deadline for applications: 9th November, Midnight 
Interviews with Prospectus: 17th -19th November 
Interviews with Career Connect:
1st Stage via Teams – 1st-3rd December
2nd Stage in person – 10th & 12th December
 
To arrange a confidential discussion about the role, please email our retained partners Jane Ray or Tammy Stewart at Prospectus.
Career Connect are committed to achieve greater diversity among its workforce, and welcome applications regardless of sex, gender, race, age, sexuality, belief or disability. They are a disability confident employer and proud to be recognised as an Investor in Diversity.
If you'd like this document in an alternative format, please contact Prospectus.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Start date: ASAP
Location: UK
Application Deadline: 7 November 2025. Please note that applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so early submission is encouraged.
Job title: Development Manager
Working hours: 35 hrs per week
Remuneration: £55,000 annually. Final salary will be negotiated based on skills and experience.
ABOUT IWPR
Founded in 1991, the Institute for War and Peace Reporting (IWPR) is a non-profit organisation that works with independent media and civil society to promote positive change in areas of crisis and conflict. From Ukraine to the Philippines – via the Middle East, Africa, Latin America and Central Asia – we have trained tens of thousands of journalists and civil society activists and built many lasting organisations that remain independent to this day in Afghanistan, the Balkans, Africa and Asia.
THE ROLE
The Development Manager will proactively develop programme ideas into winnable proposals and progress income from institutional donors as well as trusts and foundations. Reporting to the Global Development Director, the successful candidate will be a self-starter with the relevant experience, skills and relationships to develop a portfolio of prospects and grantmakers. You will work as part of a collaborative and friendly development team and work closely with programmes to develop new ideas and applications.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop new ideas for business development and submit to institutional and/or trusts & foundations as appropriate
 - To work with programme teams to submit timely proposals in response to calls including proposal development and coordinating the proposal administration process
 - Work closely with the programme teams to identify and respond to new opportunities for their portfolios and develop existing relationships in collaboration with IWPR programmes
 - Contribute to the development team and overall organisational income targets
 - Develop strategies for engaging new prospective donors – including foundations - through research
 - Gather and share information on new potential funding and/or themes and contribute to the intelligence and MEL functions of IWPR with donor information and competitor mapping
 - To contribute to the overall strategic development of the team including the MEL and networking functions
 
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- At least 4 years of experience working in a similar role
 - Significant and demonstrable experience of securing income from institutional donors, trusts and foundations
 - Ability to work independently and as part of a remote team
 - High quality verbal and written communication, problem-solving, critical thinking, attention to detail, and a desire to collaborate effectively with peers
 - Proven successful experience in identifying and securing unpublished funding opportunities
 - Ability to deliver high-level presentations to donors, clients and internal audiences
 
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Principals only. No calls please. Only those who have been selected for interviews will be contacted. IWPR will never ask for payment for recruitment.
IWPR is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, veteran status or pregnancy and maternity.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Head of philanthropy
Location: Contracted to our Peterborough office with the flexibility for hybrid working
Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 FTE depending on experience
Full time: (37.5 hours) or part-time considered (minimum 30 hours per week)
Benefits: We want all our employees to feel valued and engaged and are committed to offering a positive working culture along with a good work-life balance. As well as ensuring we pay our employees fairly, we offer the following benefits: Flexible working, Generous annual leave, Private Medical Insurance, including dental and optical, Pension Scheme, Sick Pay, Death in Service, Employee Assistance Programme, Bike Loan Scheme, Cycle2Work Scheme, Eyecare, Discount Portal.
Closing date: Tuesday 4 November 2025
Preliminary telephone interviews will be held on Friday 7 November 2025
In-person interviews will be held in Peterborough on Friday 14 November 2025
No agencies please
Be a part of an energetic and vibrant team who are driven by the desire to improve the lives of people living with kidney disease. Our vision is the day when everyone lives free from kidney disease.
This is an exciting opportunity for anyone who thrives in a fast paced, ambitious environment. We want to prevent kidney disease from becoming a public health emergency and find better treatments for kidney patients sooner.
We are looking for a talented leader with a proven track record in high value fundraising to lead our philanthropy team, which comprises trusts, major giving and special events. You will bring a strong track record of securing significant high-value gifts from trusts and major donors, along with deep knowledge of the current philanthropic landscape. With proven experience in budget planning, income forecasting and managing long-term pipelines, you will play a key role in delivering our ambitious fundraising targets. You will have a passion for cultivating relationships and going above and beyond to develop lasting meaningful relationships with supporters.
We operate a hybrid, flexible working style and regular weekly office attendance is encouraged. The role is contracted to our Peterborough office. You will also be required to regularly attend external meetings and events.
If you are interested in the position, please complete the online application form and submit together with your CV.
We are committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone and encourage applications from all sections of the community.
About Kidney Research UK:
Kidney Research UK is the leading charity in the UK focused on funding research into the prevention, treatment and management of kidney disease. Our vision is the day when everyone lives free from kidney disease and for more than 60 years the research, we fund has been making an impact. But kidney disease is increasing as are the factors contributing to it, such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease and obesity, making our work more essential than ever.
At Kidney Research UK we work with clinicians and scientists across the UK, funding and facilitating research into all areas of kidney disease. We collaborate with partners across the public, private and third sectors to prevent kidney disease and drive innovation to transform treatments.
Over the last ten years we have invested more than £71 million into research. We lobby governments and decision makers to change policy and practice to ensure that the estimated 7.2 million people living with all stages of kidney disease in the UK have access to the most effective care and treatment, and to make kidney disease a priority.
Most importantly, we also work closely with patients, ensuring their voice is heard and is at the centre of everything we do, from deciding which research to invest in to how we plan our priorities and our work across the charity.
Those patient contributions are vital, always helping us and our partners to understand what life is like with kidney disease, always ensuring we see the patient behind the treatment and always reminding us that behind every statistic and every number is a person – the patients and the carers who inspire our mission and push us forward to make a difference and change the future of kidney disease.
You may also have experience in the following: Head of Partnerships, Partnership Management, Philanthropy Manager, Donor Relations Manager, Fundraising Events Manager, High-Net-Worth Donor Manager, Development Events Specialist, Charity Fundraising Manager, Special Events Fundraiser, Charity, Charities, Third Sector, Not for Profit, NFP, etc
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