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Job Summary
To manage and ensure control of the funding, financial and corporate resources of the Charity to ensure a financially secure service, delivering value for money.
Work with the Co-Directors to advise and develop the financial strategy, model new projects, prepare annual and project budgets, and report on financial performance, contributing to the overall future strategic direction of the Charity.
Manage the day-to-day finances for the Charity. Ensure all aspects of the financial systems are accurate and up to date, including banking, sales and purchase ledgers, payroll and cash management.
The postholder is expected to foster excellent working relationships with all staff, volunteers, senior colleagues and trustees.
The postholder will be expected to attend the following meeting groups:
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Monthly All Staff: regular attendance
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GDPR/Data Working Group
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Finance and Income Generation (FING) Committee Meetings
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Responsibilities to and attendance at all other meetings: attendance only as and when required and/or at the direction of the Co-Directors
Key Responsibilities
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Supervision and management of Senior Finance & Admin Officer (SFAO)
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Day to Day Financial Management
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Provision of accurate reports to Board and senior managers
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Payroll, Pensions, and Tax Management overview and control
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Budget Process Management
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Statutory Reporting & Charity compliance
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Account Management – Key Suppliers/Contractors
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Financial Risk Management
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Governance support to FING Committee and Trustees
Core External Relationships
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Payroll Provider
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TPT Pensions
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HMRC
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All Banks
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Charity Commission
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Companies House
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Charity Auditors
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IT Contractor & Insurers
Day to Day Financial Management
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Regularly review and maintain financial policies and procedures.
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Review the monthly reconciliations carried out by the SFAO thereby ensuring all transactions are properly and efficiently recorded.
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Oversee the management and appropriate allocation of Restricted Funds, ensuring the monies are allocated according to the donor’s wishes and ensure that records are always maintained
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Regularly review and make recommendations for improvements to financial controls and ensuring methods are documented and made clear to staff.
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Support with funding bids and reports back to donors
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Management of all charity bank accounts, acting as authorised signatory with Banks
Payroll, Pensions and Tax Management
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Supervise the payroll process carried out by SFAO
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Responsible for the effective management Charity’s Pension Scheme
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Ensure payments to HMRC are made accurately and on time, and ensure all available allowances are claimed.
Budget Process Management
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Take the lead on preparing the Annual Budget, working closely with SLT to capture all spending plans Develop and run a process which is thorough, consistent and inclusive of all managers.
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Alongside the Co-Director, present the Draft Budget to Board for approval
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Present monthly management accounts and Cost Centre reports for all managers
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Work closely with all SLT to ensure they fully understand their budgets and ongoing organisational performance against budget
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Monitor variations against spend and integrate within an overall Cashflow analysis
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Recommend corrective actions to Co- Directors and/or Board as necessary
Statutory Reporting & Charity compliance
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Act as lead member of staff with the Charity’s Auditors
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Oversee the preparation of the Annual Accounts plus any supporting papers required to enable an efficient and effective annual audit to take place
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Maintain fixed asset register and inventory of all equipment contracts/agreements
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Ensure the Charity is fully compliant with statutory bodies and key external institutions, and act as lead on behalf of the charity with the following bodies:
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Charity Commission
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Companies House
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Pensions Regulator
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HMRC
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Valuation Office
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All Banks
Account Management – Key Suppliers/Contractors
Insurance
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Take the lead in managing the insurance renewals process, and ensure that a comprehensive suite of insurances is in place to cover key risks across the Charity
Financial Risk Management
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Ensure appropriate financial risk management techniques and controls are in place at strategic and operational levels.
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Develop, update and produce long term cashflow forecasts to evidence that the Charity can operate as a going concern.
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Provide up-to-date dashboards and reports of the financial position, projections and scenarios, considering the financial implications of alternative business models, advice on new and current business income generation initiatives and analysis of financial risk and performance.
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Work with the Co-Directors, to ensure that the appropriate processes are in place for the long-term financial viability of the charity, advising on the financial consequences of proposed actions
Governance support to FING Committee and Trustees
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Assist the Chair of FING Committee (Treasurer)
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Prepare all associated papers and minutes
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Prepare finance papers for Treasurer to deliver to Board of Trustees
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Attend Board of Trustees meetings and present information as requested
General
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Postholder to adhere to their relevant Code of Ethics as laid down by their professional body, being mindful that adherence to the code takes precedence over charity policy and practice should a conflict ever arise. [NB Sections A + C of the current professional code are applicable.]
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Keep abreast of financial developments across the charity sector and ensure any opportunities for tax reliefs, cost reduction, value for money and more effective systems are seized as appropriate.
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Undertake any other duties as determined by the Co-Directors.
Personal Specification
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Personally committed to Caring in Bristol’s vision and values and collaboration-focused method of work.
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Committed to reflection and learning, including sharing failures and uncertainties; openly taking feedback from the team and members of the community on your behaviour and work.
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Bring ideas for improvements and is open and honest in all communications where relevant and appropriate.
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Awareness of your own needs: the homelessness sector can be challenging – you will be good at knowing your limits under pressure and will be confident to ask for help when you need it. You will receive support from your team, and we are keen to nurture an environment where no-one feels worried about asking for help or support when they need it.
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Resilience working under pressure, ability, and willingness to both give and take constructive feedback.
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Willingness to work the extra hours where needed, with a flexible working policy.
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Growing levels of self-awareness, including an understanding of how your background has shaped the opportunities afforded to you and how you relate to people from different backgrounds to you.
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Willing to develop emotional intelligence, including a growing ability to empathise with and appreciate others, creating opportunities for those you work with to grow.
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A passion for social justice and to change Bristol for the better.
Essential
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Minimum part qualified accountant or qualified by experience with strong financial management experience, with an ability to understand the practical impact of finance decisions and processes across the whole charity.
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Specialist knowledge of Charities required, including Charity SORP guidance and procedures, underpinned by strong theoretical knowledge and practical experience.
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Ability to work with the Co-directors to lead the formulation of long-term financial plans and strategies which will influence the long-term direction of the charity.
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Experience in developing major finance policy development.
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Experience in budgeting and financial planning.
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Experience in management accounting.
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Ability to receive, process and provide highly complex or sensitive financial information including ability to analyse and clearly communicate financial information.
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Strong IT skills including the Microsoft Office suite, in particular Excel, and experience of using databases.
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Solid organisational skills including consistency, accuracy, and an eye for detail.
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Experience of line management and supporting and developing staff.
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Knowledge and understanding of Equity, Diversity & Inclusion practices.
Desirable
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Experience in using QuickBooks accounting software is desirable or transferrable knowledge of similar online accounting packages.
First stage interviews to take place on 17 June 2026
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About the Bureau
We are the UK’s largest independent investigative journalism organisation and we exist to inform the public about the realities of power in today’s world. Our investigations expose systemic wrongs, challenge misinformation, and spark change.
We work strategically and collaboratively to maximise the impact of our fact-based reporting and share our findings openly with local, national, and international media outlets to reach as many people as possible.
About the role
Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer and working as part of the Operations team, this is a critical role at the centre of the Bureau’s financial set-up. You will lead the day-to-day financial management of the organisation’s income and expenditure across multiple projects.
The Bureau is entering an exciting period of development, with a growing focus on building our direct audience and diversifying revenue streams. The Finance Manager will play a key role in strengthening the organisation’s long-term sustainability and resilience, while helping to deliver its strategic objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
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Manage all bookkeeping functions, payroll, accounts payable, and receivable
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Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual management accounts
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Oversee cashflow management and banking controls
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Collaborate with the CEO, COO, and Editors to develop annual budgets that support organisational growth and project delivery
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Work with the COO to analyse financial performance and identify current and future funding needs
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Work with the fundraising team to develop budgets and financial information for grant applications
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Prepare financial reports for senior management, funders, and the Board of Directors
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Coordinate the annual audit process and preparation of statutory accounts
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Provide financial analysis and insights to support informed decision-making
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Liaise with external partners, including auditors, payroll providers, banks, and HMRC
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Ensure compliance with financial regulations, donor restrictions, and internal policies
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Maintain and improve finance systems, processes, and controls
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Support colleagues across the organisation with finance-related queries and knowledge sharing
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Attend and contribute to finance committee meetings and wider team meetings
What we are looking for
We want someone proactive, organised, and collaborative, with excellent attention to detail and accuracy. The Finance Manager will need to take a solution-focused approach, enjoy working across teams, and be motivated by the challenge of building our long-term financial resilience.
You will also share our commitment to fostering an inclusive, welcoming and supportive culture across the Bureau.
You’ll be joining the Bureau at a pivotal moment in its development and this role offers a high level of autonomy, close collaboration with senior leadership, and the opportunity to enable work that creates meaningful impact in the world.
Skills and experience
Essential
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Professional accountancy qualification (ACCA, ACA, CIMA or equivalent), or equivalent demonstrable experience
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Strong financial management and analytical skills
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Confident communicator, both verbally and in writing
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Experience in producing management accounts and supporting VAT returns
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Experience in budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial reporting
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Experience in improving financial processes, systems, or ways of working
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Ability to manage competing priorities and work to deadlines in a fast-paced environment
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Experience working in a non-profit, charity, or similar mission-driven organisation
Desirable
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Experience using NetSuite, Oracle, or similar accounting systems
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Understanding of commercial income streams (e.g. reader revenue, membership, sponsorship, B2B)
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Ability to apply strategic thinking within the scope of the role
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Experience using automation tools or digital systems to improve efficiency and boost capacity
Benefits
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25 days of annual leave
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Option to work a nine-day fortnight – (by reduction in annual leave. For part-time staff, this will be prorated according to contracted working pattern)
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Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
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EAP – Employee assistance programme
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Enhanced sick pay
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Enhanced maternity and paternity pay (after 12 months’ service)
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Learning and development opportunities
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Cycle to work scheme
How to apply
The Bureau is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a diverse, inclusive, and adaptable environment where people are encouraged and supported to do their best work. We welcome applications from those belonging to groups traditionally underrepresented in the media. We are happy to consider flexible working options.
Please also fill out our Equality Monitoring Form on our jobs page, which is anonymous, so we can better track who we are reaching.
To be considered for this job, you must have the right to live and work in the UK
To apply to be our Finance Manager, please email your CV and covering letter to the email located on our jobs page by 6 pm on Wednesday, 8 June 2026. Interviews will take place in mid/late June.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Role: Housing and Partnership Manager
Location: Hybrid working with a minimum 2 days per week in Thame (Oxfordshire) or Leicester (Leicestershire)
Salary: £45,000.00 per annum
Hours: 37.5 per week
Contract: Permanent
Reports to: Head of Housing and Property
Leading tenancy and housing partnerships
As an experienced and motivated Housing & Partnership Manager, you will lead the delivery of a responsive, high-quality tenancy management service across our properties. This role is perfect for someone with a strong housing background who is passionate about supporting people to live independently and confident in building positive, collaborative relationships with landlords, local authorities, NHS teams, and internal colleagues.
You will oversee the day-to-day management of tenancy services, including lettings, transfers, voids, rent arrears, and tenancy sustainment, ensuring services are delivered efficiently and in line with relevant policies and regulations. Working closely with teams across Housing, Property & Compliance, and Support Services, you will play a key role in resolving housing-related issues and improving outcomes for the people we support. You will also help strengthen and develop partnerships with external landlords and housing providers, supporting the continued growth and success of Affinity Trust’s services.
What you will do
- Manage Affinity Manage tenancies and support independent living
- Oversee lettings, transfers, and voids
- Re-let properties quickly and efficiently
- Handle rent arrears, Housing Benefit queries, and legal processes
- Work with Repairs & Compliance on property and safety issues
- Build and maintain landlord and partner relationships
- Track KPIs (arrears, complaints, ASB, compliance)
- Support housing issues in externally managed properties
- Manage tenancy breaches, ASB, and hoarding cases
- Lead regular meetings with landlords and partners
- Improve housing systems and processes
- Act on tenant feedback and concerns
What we are looking for
- Housing or tenancy management experience
- Strong knowledge of housing legislation and processes
- Experience managing arrears and working with Local Authorities/DWP
- Excellent communication and relationship skills
- Ability to handle complex situations with professionalism and empathy
- Strong organisation and problem-solving skills
- Confidence working across teams and external partners
How You’ll Make an Impact
In this role, you’ll make a real difference by helping people maintain safe, stable homes and supporting them to live independently through strong tenancy services and housing partnerships.
*Please see attachment for full job description*
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About Working Animals International
Working Animals International (formerly known as SPANA) is dedicated to transforming the wefare of working animals in greatest need globally By increasing access to skills, knowledge and resources and campaigning for policy change, we're building a world where working animals are healthy and valued, communities are stronger, and livelhoods are more secure.
About this role
The Individual Giving Manager will play a key role in developing and delivering our individual giving programmes. They will work closely with our Head of Individual Giving to shape strategic plans across UK and international markets, driving income growth and expanding our global impact.
The Individual Giving manager will manage the development and delivery of our regular giving programme in the UK and globally, using market and audience insight and learnings to ensure optimal performance across the programme.
Contract, location and salary
This is a full-time (34.5 hours per week) permanent role. This is a UK based role, with regular attendance (1-2 days per month, or more if preferred) in our London office, and applicants must have the right to work in the UK. The salary for this role is c.£42k per annum, subject to skills and experience. Working Animals International offers a generous company pension scheme with a 10% employer contribution if the employee contributes a minimum 5%, and healthcare cashplan with Medicash alongside other benefits.
Full details and how to apply
Please see the job description for this role for full details including a person specification. The deadline for applications is 23:59 BST on Sunday 21 June 2026.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About Malaria No More UK
We exist to end malaria, together. Malaria is preventable and treatable — yet a child still dies every minute from this disease. At Malaria No More UK (MNMUK), we refuse to accept this. Through targeted influencing communications, bold partnerships and political advocacy, we mobilise the leadership, funding and innovation needed to end malaria. We work to protect G7 ODA budgets for malaria and unlock new financing opportunities that accelerate progress toward a malaria-free world.
At a time of uncertainty for international development and malaria financing, this work has never been more vital. The future of the malaria fight is being shaped now — and with the right leadership, creativity and advocacy, we can secure the investment needed to end malaria in our lifetime, saving lives and unlocking billions in shared growth and prosperity
Job summary
The Senior Policy and Research Manager will play a central role in building MNMUK’s advocacy arguments both globally and within the UK. The postholder will lead MNMUK’s flagship research projects, developing and commissioning new research, managing consultants, writing compelling reports and supporting the team with widespread dissemination across donor markets and media.
We are looking for someone who has demonstrable experience of developing, commissioning and interpreting qualitative and quantitative data/research, and who has had experience of working in a team to translate evidence and policy into advocacy arguments and media outputs. We are looking for a confident communicator (especially in written form) with strong project management skills and attention to detail.
Key responsibilities
Research and evidence management
· Lead the development, commissioning and project management of quality research, data and insight projects to build advocacy arguments and drive news media coverage
· Lead on generating evidence, insights and research, including analysis of existing data (evidence reviews/secondary analysis) and primary quantitative/qualitative research
· Drive sustainable, well accepted processes to ensure the organisation uses up to date and accurate statistics and messaging
· Monitor updates in malaria science and research, keeping MNMUK aware of key developments
· Develop subject expertise on malaria, global health research and development and new financing (World Bank IDA, philanthropy, blended finance)
Campaign and media support
· Write compelling reports, briefings and inquiry submissions for politicians and policymakers, and work with colleagues to provide support on similar documents.
· Work closely with the media team to develop the content needed to deliver supportive news coverage (both in the UK and globally)
· Support the development of policy and campaign propositions across our MNMUK’ work (including innovation/science of malaria tools and financing opportunities for global health)
· Present policy arguments and findings for internal and external audiences in a clear and compelling way
Partner relationship management
· Develop and manage relationships with key partners in the fields of scientific research e.g. LSHTM and global health bodies e.g. Gavi, the vaccine alliance
· Occasional travel may be required to Africa and/ or Europe, sometimes at short notice.
Qualifications, skills and experience
Essential
Experience
· Significant experience of using policy and research to drive advocacy, policy or communication strategies and campaigns (globally or within the UK)
· Significant experience of developing /commissioning research and managing consultants
· Significant experience of supporting the development of impactful news media products (including media stories and press trips)
· Experience writing reports, briefings and consultation responses for political audiences
· Evidence of successful relationship building and partnership working
· Strong project management and organisational skills
Knowledge
· Understanding of key international development issues and debates
· Knowledge of relevant research methods and how to apply them
Skills
· Strong quantitative and qualitative data analysis skills
· Strong copywriting skills – able to translate complex content into language the public and media can be motivated by
· Stakeholder management and relationship building skills
· Attention to detail
Desirable
· Experience working on malaria or global health
· Academic background in international development / global health / malaria or a related field
· Experience working in matrixed or cross-functional organisational structures
· Knowledge of World Bank financing structures
· Knowledge of AI tools for research processes
· Experience of working with a range of senior stakeholders
What we offer
· A collaborative, creative and mission-driven team culture
· Hybrid working
· 10% employer pension contribution
· 28 days holiday plus bank holidays and organisation-wide closure over the Christmas period to ensure everyone enjoys a meaningful break
· Opportunities for learning and development
To bring unifying and impactful communications, campaigns and partnerships to drive advocacy to end malaria for good.
At Hampstead Theatre, we create bold, original and thought-provoking theatre, championing new voices and working with some of the industry’s most exciting creative talent.
We are looking for a passionate and driven Development Manager to play a central role in helping us achieve our ambitious fundraising goals, raising £1.5m this year to support our artistic work and protect future growth.
This is a dynamic and people-focused role at the heart of the organisation. You will help build meaningful relationships with new and existing supporters, have the opportunity to lead and deliver a vibrant programme of fundraising events, and work closely with Patrons and high-net-worth individuals whose generosity makes our work possible.
We are looking for someone who combines excellent relationship building skills with creativity, warmth and attention to detail. You will bring experience of fundraising within the arts or not for profit sector, an enjoyment for creating memorable donor experiences, and a genuine belief in the power of ambitious theatre to inspire and engage.
If you are energised by new writing, enjoy connecting people to artistic work they care about, and want to make a tangible impact within one of London’s leading producing theatres, we would love to hear from you.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
Individual Giving
Working closely with the Director of Development and Board, you will help secure Patrons and donor support that sustains and develops the theatre’s artistic ambitions.
This includes helping to shape and manage Production Syndicates and Giving Circles, researching and cultivating prospective donors, and confidently making funding approaches. The role involves close collaboration with artists and creative teams, connecting supporters directly with the work they are helping to bring to life.
You will build warm, lasting relationships with Patrons, providing excellent stewardship and supporter care, including assisting with ticket bookings and donor experiences. You will also represent the Development team at key theatre events, acting as an engaging and knowledgeable ambassador for the organisation.
Events
Working closely with the Director of Development and Board of Trustees, you will play an important role in delivering the theatre’s flagship annual fundraising gala — a celebrated and high-profile event at the heart of our fundraising programme – including:
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Shaping and managing guest lists and invitations
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Exploring sponsorship opportunities and auction activity, creating an exceptional experience for supporters while maximising income generation
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Working closely with operational teams on catering, entertainment and venue management.
Alongside this, you will work with the Development team to create and deliver a year-round programme of stewardship and cultivation events — creating meaningful opportunities for audiences and supporters to connect more deeply with the Theatre’s work and artists.
Board and Development Committee
You will support the smooth running of the Development Committee through efficient administration, coordination and communication, while also building strong working relationships with Board Trustees.
Working closely with Trustees, you will help cultivate new supporter relationships through prospect introductions, events and donor engagement activity, playing an important role in strengthening the Theatre’s network of advocates and supporters.
General
As part of a collaborative and ambitious team, you will support the effective administration and financial management of Development activity, maintaining accurate income and expenditure records and contributing to regular income forecasting and reporting.
You will also help coordinate guest lists for Press Nights and other cultivation events, preparing briefing materials for senior staff and Board Members to ensure supporters and stakeholders receive a thoughtful, informed and personalised experience throughout their engagement with the Theatre.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
- Experience of working in a fundraising team and with personal targets
- Proactive can-do attitude, high energy and the desire to work within a team and make a difference
- Approachable demeanour and ability to communicate and advocate the work of the theatre
- Experience of using a CRM system and research tools for data mining and to support prospecting
- Polished written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent administrative, IT and Excel budget management skills
- Ability to manage own workload
- Highly accurate, well-organised and with consistent time management skills
- Tactful, diplomatic and able to maintain confidentiality for sensitive information
- Willing and available for evening events
- Experience of first-line budget and expenditure management
To apply and for further information, please visit our website and download the job pack.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
OUR ORGANISATION:
Womankind Worldwide is a global women’s rights organisation working in partnership with women’s rights movements and organisations to transform the lives of women and girls. We strengthen and support women’s movements in our focus countries in Africa and Asia, and take collective action at regional and global levels, to ensure women’s voices are heard, their rights are realised, and their lives are free from violence. Currently, Womankind has staff based in Kenya and the UK. This position can be located either in Kenya or the UK. You must have the right to work in Kenya or the UK to apply for this role, in line with the laws and regulations of these countries.
ROLE PURPOSE:
The Policy and Advocacy team within Womankind influences a transformative, feminist agenda for change in solidarity with movement partners and allies. This is a full-time, fast-paced subject matter expert role that leads the organisation’s partner centred and evidence-based advocacy in UK and Global Advocacy forums, from a decolonial feminist lens, in line with Womankind’s 2030 strategy. Additionally, the role supports partner advocacy related learning & exchange, and capacity strengthening for partners based in all of Womankind’s focus countries and co-leads work on advocacy related knowledge products.
AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:
1. Strategic Leadership & Positioning
Leads Womankind’s evidence based advocacy and strategic engagement in global, regional & UK Policy forums from a decolonial feminist lens. This includes:
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Formulation of Womankind’s UK & Global advocacy plans, and execution of key deliverables based on thorough advocacy mapping processes.
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Planning and engaging in side and parallel events.
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Identifying key advocacy messages and supporting partner engagement/participation.
2. Feminist Research & Knowledge Production
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Drives the conceptualisation, decolonial feminist framing, review, and strategic dissemination of knowledge products in alignment with advocacy priorities per the organisation’s Strategy 2030 and relevant sub-strategies including the feminist partnerships and influencing sub-strategies.
3. Partner Support, Learning and Exchange
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Proactively supports partner influencing and advocacy skills strengthening where necessary and appropriate, in line with available organisational resources.
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Identifies, plans and executes strategic in-country, transnational and cross-continental learning and exchange opportunities.
4. Programme Management
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Contributes to the P&A team’s annual planning and budgeting processes.
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Engages in robust monitoring, evaluation, reporting and learning (MERL). This includes contributing to the development of appropriate advocacy MERL tools, participation in institutional MERL processes.
KEY RELATIONSHIPS AND COLLABORATION:
Internal
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P&A team.
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Grantmaking & Partnerships Team.
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Fundraising Team.
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Communications team.
External
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Partners.
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Women’s Rights Organisations & Feminist Movement Allies.
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UK Government Entities e.g. FCDO.
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Regional and International Bodies.
PERSON SPECIFICATION:
Qualification and training:
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A post-graduate qualification in a relevant social sciences field e.g. international development or legal studies, human rights, gender studies, or equivalent experience.
Essential Experience:
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At least 5 years’ experience in the women’s rights and feminist sectors with demonstrable capabilities in strategic, partner-centred, evidence-based, decolonial feminist advocacy leadership in UK and Global Advocacy spaces.
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In-depth knowledge on core women’s rights normative standards and intersectional feminist principles that guide policy and influencing work within the UK and globally. This includes how diverse women’s rights thematic areas intersect and how this is integrated into strategic influencing and advocacy.
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Astute networking skills and ability to successfully build and leverage relationships with diverse partners, allies, government officials and intergovernmental bodies for strategic advocacy and influencing.
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Proven track record in leading/driving knowledge production from a decolonial feminist lens including research reports, and policy briefs.
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Country specific expertise in executing partner advocacy needs and learning and exchange opportunities linked to diverse women and girls in local, transnational, and cross-continental contexts.
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Sound programme management skills including demonstrable experience in advocacy related MERL, annual planning and budgeting.
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Demonstrable experience in direct line-management of officers, interns and volunteers in diverse and cross-cultural teams.
Desirable Experience:
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Proven track record of successfully contributing to fundraising bids.
Knowledge and Skills:
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An organised, strategic, credible, confident self-starter with the ability to respond in a timely way to emergent needs and opportunities in the UK or globally.
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A collegial and collaborative team player who can work effectively as part of a diverse team in ways that contribute to a creative, safe, inclusive and supportive work environment.
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Excellent written, verbal influencing and communication skills. Fluency in English is essential.
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Proficient in use of MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
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A flexible, creative, solutions-focused approach to problem-solving.
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Strong feminist politics and analysis lens.
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Understanding of and commitment to working in line with Womankind’s feminist and anti-racist stance.
Travel Requirements:
International travel and regular in-person catch-ups with UK based policy makers and civil society colleagues are essential requirements for this role. The post holder is expected to engage in reasonable international travel to fulfil their duties. This is expected to be no more than four-eight weeks per year.
Line Management:
The role holder is expected to line manage the UK/Global Policy and Advocacy Officer. They will occasionally supervise consultants, interns and volunteers as needed, in line with the work they are leading.
All posts are expected to contribute towards developing a supportive working environment, to demonstrate a commitment to inclusion, professionalism and respect, transparency and accountability and to uphold quality standards as outlined in policies and procedures, and in compliance with Womankind Worldwide’s Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Policy.
The role also undertakes other responsibilities not outlined above which are commensurate with a role of this nature and which have been discussed and agreed with the line manager.
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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!
Are you a bold communicator who knows a great story when you see one? Do you want your work to genuinely matter - amplifying the voices of people who need to be heard, shifting public perception of social care, and putting a passionate, values-driven charity on the national map?
Community Integrated Care is one of the UK's largest social care charities, supporting thousands of people with learning disabilities or mental health conditions to live the lives they choose.
As we launch our new five-year strategy, Best Lives Bolder this is a defining moment for our organisation. We are setting out to be even more creative, courageous and influential in how we champion the people we support and drive change across the sector.
We're looking for an exceptional PR & Media Manager to lead our media function and help us tell our story with ambition, imagination and impact - playing a pivotal role in bringing our Best Lives, Bolder vision to life through powerful storytelling and high-impact media engagement.
This is a full time permanent, national role with hybrid working. You will be required to work from our head office at least once a week, so our ideal candidate will be based within an hour's commute of Widnes, Cheshire.
What is "The Deal" for you?
- Flexibility: You can work your 37.5 hours over 4 days and enjoy a long weekend, or split the hours over 5 days to accommodate your other commitments.
- Pension: contributory pension scheme
- Benefits: retail discounts, holiday discounts, cycle to work scheme and travel discounts through our benefits app
- Best Lives Possible: You'll be working for an award winning charity who is passionate about ensuring our colleagues and the people we support lead the best lives bolder
- Development: We'll work with you to develop your career or to learn and experience new things. We're passionate about developing our people!
- Support: From our Employee Assistance Programme (available 24/7), financial support options, and wellbeing fund you'll have the support available to lead an easier (financial) life
This isn't a press office role. It's a platform for someone who wants to shape conversations, build national influence and champion the people at the heart of social care.
What you’ll be doing:
- Developing and owning our national and regional Media & PR Strategy, aligned to our influencing and advocacy goals.
- Proactively pitching compelling stories to secure high-quality national, regional, trade and broadcast coverage
- Building and nurturing relationships with journalists, influencers and media contacts across care, sport, culture and nature sectors.
- Leading crisis communications - protecting our reputation calmly and decisively when it matters most.
- Translating complex policy and social care issues into accessible, powerful content for diverse audiences.
- Collaborating closely with our Head of Influencing, Policy and Public Affairs to align media work with policy goals.
- Working with our Partnerships & Communities team to turn high-profile community programmes and brand partnerships into media ready stories.
- Supporting and developing confident spokespeople at every level of the organisation.
- Monitoring coverage, producing insight-driven reports and keeping senior leaders informed on media trends and reputational risks.
Our ideal candidate:
- Track record - Proven experience in a PR, media or communications role in the charity, public, health or social care sector.
- Media instinct - You know a story, you know how to place it, and you know when to act fast.
- Strategy - Experience designing and delivering media strategies with measurable outcomes.
- Crisis management - Experience building proactive processes for reputation risks and leading calm, confident responses when issues arise.
- Relationships - A strong network of media contacts or the ability to build one quickly across sectors.
- Storytelling - Exceptional writing, from press releases to opinion pieces to compelling human stories.
- Collaboration - Proven ability to work across teams, influence senior leaders and align messaging.
- Policy experience - Ability to turn complex social, regulatory or policy issues into content that lands with public and political audiences.
Why join us
- You'll be working for an award-winning charity that’s passionate about ensuring our colleagues and the people we support lead the best lives possible.
- Flexible hours - work 37.5 hours over four days for a long weekend, or across five days to suit you. You can also work from home, with at least one day per week at our Widnes Head Office.
- A collaborative, values-driven team where your work will be seen, valued and celebrated
- Opportunities to travel nationally and attend sector events and media moments.
- A contributory pension scheme to help you plan for the future.
- Wellbeing support, including a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, financial support options and a wellbeing fund. Retail discounts, holiday deals, cycle to work scheme and travel discounts via our benefits app.
If you're a bold, strategic communicator who wants to use your skills to change perceptions, influence policy and amplify the voices of people in social care - we'd love to hear from you.
Please note, if you are interested in this role, we welcome your application as soon as possible! Depending on the volume of applications received, the vacancy may be closed before the expected advertising end date.
We’re really proud to be a Hive HR Employee Voice Certified organisation, a recognition that confirms our commitment to creating a culture where our colleagues are not only encouraged to share their thoughts, but where this feedback is actively sought and acted upon to drive positive change at every level.
In our 2025 Colleague Engagement Survey, 59% (nearly 3,800) of our people shared their feedback and insights, giving us an incredible Employee Net Promoter Score of +34.
The Employee Net Promoter Score is a measure of how willing our colleagues are to recommend us as a good place to work to their loved ones – and a score of +34 is considered a Very Good score when compared to global benchmarks set by hundreds of other organisations.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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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!
About us
The Maypole Project supports children and young people with complex medical needs and their families, providing emotional, practical and social support. We are a small, values-driven charity making a meaningful and lasting difference to the families we work with.
About the role
We are looking for an experienced and motivated Business Development & Fundraising Manager to play a central role in strengthening and growing our income.
This is an opportunity to lead the development of a strategic and sustainable approach to fundraising, while continuing to deliver hands-on income across a diverse portfolio.
You will work closely with the CEO and colleagues across the organisation to identify new opportunities, develop partnerships, and build on existing income streams.
The role would suit someone who enjoys working in a small organisation where you can shape direction, take ownership, and see the direct impact of your work.
What you’ll be doing
· Lead the development and delivery of a multi-year fundraising and income strategy
· Grow and diversify income across corporate partnerships, community fundraising, events, individual giving and digital activity
· Identify, develop and secure new funding opportunities, including partnerships and collaborative projects
· Build and manage strong relationships with funders, partners and supporters
· Work with the CEO to explore and develop cross-sector opportunities (e.g. NHS, local authorities, voluntary sector partners)
· Line manage a part-time Fundraising Officer and support volunteers to maximise impact
· Strengthen systems, pipeline management and performance monitoring to support sustainable income growth
About you
We are looking for someone who can combine strategic thinking with practical delivery in a small charity environment.
You will bring:
· Experience of securing meaningful income and developing funding opportunities (e.g. five-figure grants or partnerships)
· A track record of building effective external relationships
· Confidence identifying new opportunities and turning them into tangible outcomes
· Strong communication skills, with the ability to create compelling cases for support
· The ability to manage multiple priorities and work both independently and collaboratively
· You may already be working at manager level, or ready to step up into a broader role with greater ownership and scope.
Why join us?
Play a key role in shaping the charity’s future sustainability and growth
Work closely with senior leadership and influence organisational direction
Be part of a supportive, collaborative and purpose-driven team
See the direct impact of your work on children and families
Flexible working arrangements
If you are looking for a role where you can take ownership, develop new ideas and make a meaningful difference, we would love to hear from you.
Shortlisted applicants will be required to complete our application form.
We support children and young people with complex medical needs and their families.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you a seasoned fundraiser who has experience of securing six-figure gifts?
We’re looking for a Principal Gifts Manager, who will be responsible for developing and maintaining meaningful relationships with those whose generous contributions make a transformational impact on the work we do.
What does this role do?
As Principal Gifts Manager, you will:
- Build and manage relationships with ultra-high-net-worth individuals and families to secure six- and seven-figure multi-year gifts,
- Develop tailored cultivation, solicitation and stewardship strategies that deliver exceptional donor experiences and long-term engagement,
- Identify and progress new principal gift prospects, strengthening the pipeline and contributing to long-term income growth,
- Work closely with senior leaders, trustees, and internal teams to maximise high-value fundraising opportunities and develop compelling cases for support.
Interviews for this role are provisionally scheduled for 12th June 2026, and will take place on Teams.
Could this be you?
To be successful in this role, you’ll need proven experience of securing six- and seven- figure gifts, from cultivation and stewardship through to “making the ask”. You’ll need significant experience managing a diverse portfolio, and the ability to build, influence and maintain relationships with senior stakeholders and donors. You’ll be highly organised, proactive, and collaborative, and thrive while working in a fast paced environment. A passion for the work we do is essential.
About Dogs Trust
We love dogs. That’s why we do whatever we can to make sure every four-legged friend gets the love they deserve. We’ll never put a healthy dog down, so our work is focused on helping dogs in need, supporting owners every step of the walk, and creating a better world for dogs in the future. It’s what we’ve been doing since 1891 and how we’ve grown to become the UK’s leading dog charity, helping 12,000 loyal friends find their forever homes every year.
To apply for this position please click the APPLY NOW button. Our application process requires you submit a personal statement explaining your interest and suitability for the role.
Dogs are incredibly diverse, much like the humans that love them! At Dogs Trust we value diversity, and we're committed to fostering an inclusive culture. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, and cultures and believe that a diverse workforce helps us to achieve our mission. Our colleague networks give our people a voice, acting as vehicles for real and meaningful change within Dogs Trust. We truly want to see every candidate shine throughout the entire job application process, interview stages, and during their time with us. If there's anything on your mind or any adjustments you may need, don't hesitate to reach out to us. We're here to support you every step of the way.
Job Title: River Restoration Manager
Salary: £38,346 - £42,545 per annum (according to level of expertise and experience)
Contract length: Fixed term contract – 35 hours per week for 1 year – with likely possibility of extension
Location:Hybrid/ flexible - Any Thames21 office, Central, East London
Responsible to: Thames21 River Restoration Programme Manager and/ or Head of Improving Rivers
About Thames21
Thames21 is a leading environmental charity, working across London and the Thames Basin to deliver high-impact nature-based solutions to the climate and biodiversity crisis through restoring rivers, whilst also connecting communities to their local green-blue spaces and inspiring long-term stewardship of them.
Diversity at Thames21
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion at Thames21 is key to our success and as such we employ staff from a diverse range of backgrounds, this we feel is key in ensuring that everybody has an equal opportunity and is not treated differently or discriminated against because of their characteristics. We value the voices of our individual employees, and we strive to work in a collaborative, innovative balanced way. The postholder must actively support this.
Purpose of the job
Thames21’s purpose is to deliver increasingly resilient and healthy rivers and landscapes that are closer to their natural state with an abundance of fish and wildlife, empowering and working with people to bring multiple benefits to the natural environment, to individuals and communities. In recent years we have significantly up-scaled our planning and delivery of river restoration works and by 2027 we will improve 15km of river habitat annually.
To enable this, we are looking for a committed, self-motivated and technically capable River Restoration Manager to lead this work.
Candidates with a proven track record in delivering river restoration and/or habitat improvement projects, including experience managing contractors and in partnership with multiple public and private partners are encouraged to apply. The candidate should be technically strong in one or all areas of river restoration (woody habitat interventions, fish passage etc) and adept at managing complex budgets and reporting to funders. You will have confidence and credibility and be able to engage and influence a variety of stakeholders.
This role is a key position in implementing Thames21 mission and the selected candidate will be part of a dynamic and committed team. You will have the chance to add input and help develop our Five-Year Strategic Plan goals and as a key position in the organisation, you will influence how we deliver our restoration goals.
Main duties and responsibilities
Work with Thames21’s Head of Improving Rivers and local stakeholders such as catchment partnerships, councils, Friends groups etc. to develop and deliver river and wetland restoration projects throughout the areas we work.
· Develop detailed plans for the river and wetland restoration in consultation with local and expert stakeholders, meeting local needs and ecological objectives. Ensuring the necessary requirements for Construction, Design and Management (CDM) are covered as part of that process.
· Obtain all necessary permissions to deliver the projects, potentially including flood defence consent and planning permission.
· Ensure that the development and implementation of the works are well integrated into wider programmes such as catchment partnerships, evidencing and community engagement.
· Work with project partners to develop and manage tender processes for works which require the use of contractors, the tender processes will need to meet relevant requirements for project partners and funders (including CDM).
· Ensure that the Team’s RAMS are all correct and up to date. As well as ensuring all H&S documentation is correct and filed within SharePoint.
· Manage contractors to implement projects so they achieve maximum benefits and alignment to project scope.
· In partnership with others, use a range of monitoring tools to record and quantify the impact of different activities. Ensuring this data is captured correctly and presented to the programme funder, to potential future project funders and available to other relevant parties.
· Support the development and delivery of watercourse Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) projects, including habitat condition assessment, monitoring, reporting and long-term management planning.
· Maintain accurate records and databases, ensuring data integrity and accessibility.
· Manage and support other staff in the development and delivery of restoration projects.
· Input to the strategic development of Thames21’s work particularly the Improving Rivers Portfolio.
*This job description cannot cover every issue or task that may arise within the post at various times, and the post-holder will be expected to carry out other reasonable duties from time to time which are broadly consistent with other Thames21 activities with those in this document.
It is essential that in your application you give evidence or examples of your proven experience in each of the following criteria including the competencies.
Please see the attached Job Description for full details of this role.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Using Anonymous Recruitment
This organisation is using Anonymous Recruitment to reduce bias in the first stages of the hiring process. Submit your application as normal and our system will anonymise it for you. Your personal information will be hidden until the recruiter contacts you.
About Chapter One
Chapter One is a dynamic, growing charity with a vision of a world in which all children have the literacy skills needed to thrive. Our mission is to close the reading gap by providing children with one-to-one support at the time they need it most. We work in thirteen areas/regions of the UK and will support over 4,000 children in 2026-27.
Our unique Online Reading Volunteer programme pairs struggling five to seven-year old (Y1-3) readers with reading support volunteers who are working professionals. The volunteer ask is very focused: readers commit 30 minutes a week to read with a child using a bespoke digital platform for an entire academic year. The results are transformative, boosting children's reading confidence and ability.
From a school perspective, online reading volunteers provide direct, meaningful literacy support for up to 10 pupils per class. The programme is particularly suitable for communities where it might be challenging to find parents and other volunteers who can commit to physically visiting schools to boost reading. For more information please visit our website and watch this short video!
About the Role
Chapter One is seeking a Bradford Programme Manager who is an excellent communicator and is able both to motivate and support schools and teachers to implement our online reading volunteers programme, and also to ensure that the programme’s impact and benefit to disadvantaged communities is maximised throughout the academic year.
The post is ideal for someone looking for part-time, flexible, term-time only work from a home base and who is able to travel frequently in and around West Yorkshire. The postholder will be joining a team of established Programme Managers who work in different parts of the UK and will need to have some flexibility to work some additional hours during busy autumn weeks, and conversely to work fewer hours during quieter periods of the year.
There are plans for future expansion in Bradford so the role may grow, in time.
Key Responsibilities:
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Effectively explain Chapter One’s online reading volunteer programme and its benefits to school leaders and teachers.
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Install, setup and maintain Chapter One equipment in participating classrooms.
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Organise and conduct initial teacher training and follow-up.
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Ensure a smooth initial launch of Chapter One’s programme in every classroom.
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Fully understand the operation of the Chapter One platform and database and effectively communicate this to others as needed.
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Liaise with colleagues performing technical and volunteer support roles.
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Through regular visits to/contact with schools, provide on-going embedded professional learning and support to teachers throughout the year as needed.
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Proactively monitor classroom adherence/fidelity to the Chapter One model, including systematic review of data reports and volunteer feedback, taking proactive action to resolve problems that arise.
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Analyse and manipulate data (largely in Google sheets) to produce reports and identify trends.
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Create regular data summaries for all participating classrooms.
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Lead annual review meetings for senior leadership at participating schools.
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Support programme monitoring, evaluation and research as required.
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Coordinate in person and virtual school ‘visits’ of volunteer teams to classrooms where necessary. This may include opportunities for Chapter One children to visit the office of the volunteers.
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Liaison with corporate partners as required.
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Weekly communication and status updates with Senior Programme Manager(s) and wider team.
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As a new school year approaches, secure commitments from returning schools and help find and target new schools to join Chapter One’s programme.
We are looking for applicants with the following essential qualities:
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Highly motivated individual with excellent interpersonal and organisational skills.
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Proven track record of working at a senior level in education, project management or a related field.
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Proven strength in both written and verbal communication.
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Highly IT literate, with excellent computer skills, able to troubleshoot software and technical hardware issues, adept with Google suite and Microsoft Teams.
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Ability to manipulate and analyse data to draw useful conclusions to improve programme delivery.
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Proven ability to work independently.
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Self-starter and quick learner.
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Ability to adapt and embrace a changing environment.
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Ability to drive and access to a car for work purposes.
Ideally, applicants will also have the following desirable qualities:
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Two years of teaching/education experience with primary age children.
Please note that this role covers West Yorkshire, currently Bradford, Leeds and Keighley.
How to Apply
Please send your CV (maximum 2 A4 sides) and a covering letter via Charity Jobs. Your covering letter (maximum 1 side of A4) should:
1) Explain your relevant experience and why you’re interested in this role at this point in your career.
2) Share your ability to be resilient when things are not going the way you thought, including clear examples of past experiences.
3) Explain how our organisational mission is in line with your values.
Applications that fail to meet these criteria will automatically be discounted. We understand that you may use AI to help craft your application, but do remember that we will be looking for individuals who write a letter that stands out. We want you to have every opportunity to shine and to show us your talents - please let us know if there is anything we can do to make sure the assessment process works for you.
Chapter One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value and celebrate diversity in backgrounds and experience and are deliberate about the kind of teams we are building. Literacy is a universal concern, and we need people from all backgrounds to maximise our innovation, creativity and impact. We especially welcome applications from persons who have experienced disadvantage and/or from those who are of Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities who are currently underrepresented in the organisation.
Chapter One is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All postholders are subject to satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS check. Copies of our Safeguarding Policy and Safer Recruitment Policy are available on request.
N.B. Shortlisting and phone screens are likely to take place week commencing Monday 8th June. For successful candidates, interviews are likely to begin week commencing Monday 15th June.
Please send your CV (maximum 2 A4 sides) and a covering letter via Charity Jobs. Your covering letter (maximum 1 side of A4) should:
1) Explain your relevant experience and why you’re interested in this role at this point in your career.
2) Share your ability to be resilient when things are not going the way you thought, including clear examples of past experiences.
3) Explain how our organisational mission is in line with your values.
Applications that fail to meet these criteria will automatically be discounted. We understand that you may use AI to help craft your application, but do remember that we will be looking for individuals who write a letter that stands out. We want you to have every opportunity to shine and to show us your tale
At Chapter One, we want to create a world where all children have the literacy skills needed to thrive.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About Bond
Bond is the UK network for organisations working in international development. We unite and support a diverse network of over 400 civil society organisations to help eradicate global poverty, inequality and injustice. We strengthen and champion the sector to make international development more efficient and effective. We work to influence governments and policy-makers, develop the skills of people in the sector, share expertise, and build organisational capacity and partnerships. Find out more here.
About the role
£53,016 - Permanent - Full Time (35 hours)
Main purpose of the job
To lead and coordinate Bond’s UK G20 strategy and engagement by developing and delivering a multi‑year workplan. The role will convene and support Bond members and global majority civil society to shape shared policy positions, driving external advocacy and government engagement on the G20 agenda, overseeing communications and campaigns inputs and managing the resources, reporting, and partnerships needed to ensure effective UK civil society influence on the G20 through 2027.
Main responsibilities
Lead on planning and coordination of UK G20 work within Bond, including:
- Leading on developing a strategy and workplan guiding activities on G20, covering the period to end of 2027.
- Leading internal coordination within Bond to bring together relevant teams and staff to deliver on the strategy and workplan.
- Track delivery of the G20 strategy and workplan and reporting to Director of PAR.
- Update Bond staff on G20 activities and providing regular updates to the Senior Management Team and the Board.
- Liaise with the formal civil 20 (C20) advisory group to prepare for the UK’s G20.
Lead convening and coordination of Bond members and global majority civil society actors on G20, including:
- Establishing/identifying processes for communicating with and convening Bond members on UK G20 work.
- Producing and sharing regular written updates for Bond members on G20 work.
- Organising regular meetings of Bond members to develop policy positions and influencing strategies and prepare for engagements with government.
- Develop and collaborate with a network of key global majority civil society partners in developing policy positions for the UK G20.
- Producing written products presenting Bond member and civil society positions on the UK G20.
Play a leading role on G20 external affairs activities, including:
- Lead on identifying and pursuing advocacy opportunities for Bond and its members targeting UK government on G20 agenda.
- Organising regular meetings of Bond members with key government officials, across HMT, Cabinet Office and FCDO.
- Supporting Bond’s relationship management and engagement with Cabinet Office, FCDO, HMT and other relevant departments on G20 agenda.
- Identifying and pursuing opportunities to build relationships and develop collaborations with other relevant UK bodies - including think tanks and research organisations, trade unions, faith groups and related campaigns groups - on the G20.
- Identifying and pursuing opportunities to build relationships and develop strategic and focussed collaborations with organisations leading other formal G20 engagement groups.
Input to media, communications and campaigns work on the G20, including:
- Working with the Head of Media and Comms to design and implement a communications strategy for Bond’s G20 work and support Bond's wider communications objectives.
- Collaborating with the media adviser to produce quotes and OpEds on G20 and to organise press briefings.
- Producing member updates, blogs and briefings for communicating Bond work and positions on G20.
- Working closely with the campaigns lead to support member engagement and coordination and implementation of key activities when required.
- Provide policy advice and inputs for campaigns activities.
Provide significant support for personnel and financial resource management, donor reporting and fundraising for G20 work, including:
- Supporting staff members contributing to G20 and global reforms work to plan their activities and track and report on delivery
- Act as budget holder for relevant restricted and unrestricted budgets funding G20 and wider global reforms work, including supporting liaison with funders
- Work with finance to produce timely and accurate internal and external (for donors) financial reports
- Supporting ongoing fundraising for G20 and wider global reforms work, including inputting to proposals and joining meetings with donors
Person Specification
Essential
- Experience managing high profile policy and advocacy processes, including helping to agree political strategy and manage relationships with key stakeholders at senior levels.
- Experience convening groups to plan joint activity and coordinate implementation.
- Basic knowledge of issues related to debt, illicit financial flows, tax and private capital mobilisation.
- Experience leading strategy development, implementation and tracking.
- Experience of inputting to media, communications and campaigns activities.
- Strong interpersonal, relationship building and communication skills.
- Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Desirable
- Experience writing reports and briefs for a variety of audiences
- Detailed working knowledge of debt, illicit financial flows, tax and private capital mobilisation issues
- Experience managing high level relationships
- Experience managing staff, budgets and project reporting
Benefits
Bond offers a competitive salary and benefits package including:
- 27 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays, with additional staff privilege days, normally between Christmas and New Year
- 7% pension contributions (staff pay 3.5%)
- Flexible working hours (Hybrid working – 1 day, minimum in the office per month)
- Staff Development days
- Perk Box access
- Employee Assistance Programme
- WeCare (Health and wellbeing services, including access to 24/7 online GP services, second medical opinion, mental health support such as counselling, guidance from health professionals, burnout prevention, life event counselling, get fit programmes, nutritionist advice, etc. – for staff and immediate family)
- Interest-free season ticket loan
How to Apply
To apply submit your CV and cover letter by midnight on Sunday 14th Juune 2026.
In the cover letter we expect you to set out:
- Why you are interested in this role
- How you meet the role requirements
- Your understanding of equity, diversity, inclusion and why it matters in this role
Bond and Equal Opportunites
Bond values diversity and works to advance equity and inclusion. All staff have a responsibility to ensure that they are being open, accepting and respectful to all that they come into contact with within their work at Bond, regardless their protected characteristics. Acting in accordance with the EDI policy, Bond staff must contribute to our inclusive organisational culture ensuring that they are aware of and respond appropriately to micro-aggressions, racism, sexism, LQBTQ+ misconduct and disability equity. Bond Staff must not be bystanders, and must report when they witness any unacceptable behaviour.
In order to assess and ensure the continued effectiveness of Bond’s Equal Opportunities Policy, all applicants are asked to complete a short questionnaire when applying. You are not obliged to answer the questions but the more information you supply the more effectively we can monitor our equal opportunity practices. Completion of all questions is voluntary and failure to answer any question(s) will not affect your application in any way.
The information you supply will be treated in confidence and will not be seen by any member of the selection panel responsible for the appointment. The questionnaire will be detached from your CV and cover letter, stored anonymously and used purely to provide statistics for monitoring purposes.
Privacy Note for Applicant
Our Privacy Notice for applicants can be found when you apply.
Subject of Employment at Bond
If successful, you must have the right to work for the duration of your contract at Bond. All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references. Bond also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.
Bond is the UK network for organisations working in international development.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Air Ambulances UK
Air Ambulances UK (AAUK) is the national charity supporting the lifesaving work of the UK’s air ambulance charities, enabling them to save even more lives every day.
Purpose of Post
The Policy and Public Affairs Officer will play a key role in supporting the development and delivery of AAUK’s policy and public affairs strategy, aligned with its manifesto.
The role will support engagement with Government, Parliament, and key stakeholders, contribute to policy development and analysis, and help coordinate AAUK’s public affairs activity, including APPG engagement, parliamentary events, and sector-wide influencing work.
The postholder will ensure that AAUK’s policy positions are evidence-based, clear, and impactful.
Key Responsibilities
Policy Development and Analysis
- Support the development of AAUK policy positions across health, emergency services transport, aviation, infrastructure, and other related policy areas supporting AAUK’s manifesto.
- Monitor Government consultations, legislation, and policy developments, producing clear briefings and summaries.
- Contribute to policy papers, consultation responses, briefings, reports, and parliamentary materials.
- Gather insights from stakeholders to inform policy development.
- Support horizon scanning and identification of policy risks and opportunities.
Public Affairs and Parliamentary Engagement
- Support engagement with MPs, Peers, Special Advisers, Civil Servants, and regulatory bodies.
- Assist in the coordination and delivery of the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for Air Ambulances, including meetings and secretariat support.
- Support planning and delivery of parliamentary events, receptions, roundtables, and stakeholder meetings.
- Track parliamentary activity relevant to AAUK priorities (debates, questions, committees, inquiries).
- Build and maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders across Westminster and devolved governments.
Stakeholder Engagement and Communications
- Work closely with the UK's air ambulance charities to align messaging and policy priorities.
- Prepare briefing materials for internal and external stakeholders.
- Liaise with communications and fundraising colleagues to ensure consistent and accessible policy messaging.
- Support campaigns and influencing activity across priority policy areas.
- Maintain accurate stakeholder engagement records and tracking systems.
Research and Intelligence
- Conduct research into relevant policy, legislative, and sector developments.
- Monitor political and media developments, providing timely updates and insights.
- Contribute to evidence gathering and analysis to support policy positions.
- Support evaluation of policy and public affairs activity.
Other Responsibilities
- Represent AAUK professionally in internal and external meetings where required.
- Support AAUK’s vision, values, and strategic priorities.
- Undertake any other duties reasonably required to support the organisation.
- Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion in all areas of work.
- Comply with relevant legal and regulatory requirements, including GDPR and Charity Commission guidance.
Essential Skills & Experience
- Experience in policy, public affairs, stakeholder engagement, communications, or a related field.
- Experience producing policy briefings, reports, consultation responses, campaigns, or stakeholder materials.
- Experience engaging with stakeholders such as MPs, civil servants, regulators, sector bodies, or partner organisations.
- Strong written communication, research, and analytical skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work to deadlines.
- Ability to build effective working relationships across a range of stakeholders.
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Understanding of the UK political system, Parliament, and Government processes.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a small team.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and maintaining accurate stakeholder records.
Desirable Skills & Experience
- Experience supporting parliamentary engagement activity or an APPG.
- Experience delivering events, receptions, or stakeholder roundtables.
- Experience within health, emergency services, aviation, transport, or infrastructure policy.
- Experience using CRM or stakeholder management systems.
- Knowledge of the third sector or the wider emergency healthcare environment.
- Awareness of how influencing, campaigning, and lobbying activity is delivered in practice.
Key Attributes
- Politically aware with sound judgement and discretion.
- Proactive, resilient, and self-motivated.
- Collaborative and flexible approach to work.
- High professional standards and attention to detail.
- Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.
- Interest in policy development and system change.
Other Requirements
- Ability to work remotely while maintaining confidentiality.
- Willingness to travel across the UK, including London/Westminster.
- Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (desirable).
Benefits
- 36 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays FTE).
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Access to Blue Light Card and Blue Light Events.
- Pension contributions.
- Training and development opportunities.
- Life Assurance policy cover.
- Development opportunities.
Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
AAUK is committed to diversity and equality of opportunity in all aspects of our work. We actively encourage applications from under-represented groups and are committed to building an inclusive workplace.
Application Process
Applications should be submitted via CV and covering letter. Your covering letter should clearly demonstrate how your experience meets the requirements of the role.
Deadline for applications: 12 June 2026.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview w/c 22 June 2026.
This is a fixed-term role, reviewed during the contract period. Future decisions on medium- and longer-term resourcing will form part of our organisational strategy and financial planning.
We are the national charity supporting the lifesaving work of the UK’s air ambulance charities, enabling them to save even more lives every day
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Senior Marketing and Communications Manager
Hours: 37 hours per week (Flexible working options are available, including part-time and job-share)
Salary: £39,535 - £42,549 (salary dependent on skills, experience and knowledge)
Contract: Permanent
Base: Can be based at any Oxfordshire Mind location with agile working. Requires occasional travel to other Oxfordshire Mind and Berkshire West locations.
Who we are, and what we do
We’re Oxfordshire Mind, the mental health charity, operating across Oxfordshire and Berkshire West.
Our passionate employees and dedicated volunteers are helping people with mental health issues find somewhere to turn for advice, information, and support.
We won’t give up until everyone experiencing a mental health issue gets both support and respect.
Like all local Minds, we are an independent charity that is proud to be affiliated with the national Mind association.
About the Role and the Team
This is an exciting and challenging role for a marketing and communications professional, passionate about informing, inspiring, involving and influencing a range of audiences so that everyone experiencing a mental health issue gets both support and respect.
The Development Team generates funds to enable everyone experiencing a mental health issue to get both support and respect. We fundraise from corporates, major donors, trusts, events and in the community as well as providing paid-for workplace wellbeing training and consultancy services. We thrive on delivering an excellent experience for all our clients and supporters to build a valued community.
About You
You will develop and deliver innovative and effective strategies to support Oxfordshire Mind’s Purpose: “We promote good mental health, through the provision of high quality services and campaigning for positive change.”
You will collaborate with a range of internal and external stakeholders to drive and co-ordinate our marketing and communications function, engaging and developing a community of support, and ensuring brand consistency and maximising impact.
You will be able to:
- establish relationships quickly
- feel comfortable both developing and quality assuring copy and content
- identify and exploit key communications moments to promote different aspects of our work, from policy and campaigns to mental health information and fundraising
- make an effective contribution to our strategic planning, fundraising activity and campaign development
You will work closely with others to manage key communications channels including our website, social media, guides and reports, and play an important role in the management of Oxfordshire Mind’s development, external profile and reputation.
We are currently looking to recruit a Senior Marketing and Communications Manager and would really welcome applications for it.
We would really like to know how your skills and experience match our requirements. If you feel they do, please tell us how you meet the below requirements
- Qualification/relevant work experience in Marketing & Comms
- Brand management and implementation
- Use of social media to promote services, organisations or issues
- Ability to create and deliver a marketing strategy
- Strong project management experience
- Partnership development and stakeholder management
- Highly developed IT skills including Adobe Creative Suite - InDesign and Photoshop - Adobe Premier Elements, WordPress & MailChimp
- Knowledge/Understanding of our values
Closing date: 12 June 2026
Shortlisting date: 15 - 16 June 2026
Interview date: 23 June 2026
Interview location: In Person - Oxfordshire Mind, 2 Kings Meadow, Osney Mead, Oxford, OX2 0DP
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Please ensure that you match your skills and experience against the above and provide details and evidence of this in your application. If you don't provide this you may not be shortlisted for the role.
We welcome applications from people from all sections of the community, irrespective of race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief. We are unable to provide sponsorship for visa applications.
Oxfordshire Mind is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. We therefore require a Disclosure and Barring Service check, for all our roles. The level of which will vary depending on the nature of the role.
No agencies please.


