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Sheffield Cathedral is embarking on an ambitious seven-year journey as a resourcing cathedral, pioneering mission in the inclusive catholic tradition. At the heart of this vision is the creation of the Community of St Paulinus (CsP), a new non-residential mission community rooted in daily prayer and committed to revitalising parishes and planting new worshipping communities across the Diocese.
To help deliver this exciting work, we are looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead the Project Resource Team and ensure the smooth running of this initiative. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on strategy and delivery, is highly organised, and has experience managing complex projects—preferably within a church, charity, or community setting.
What you’ll do:
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Lead and coordinate a small, agile Project Resource Team
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Develop and oversee delivery plans for the seven-year project
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Support monitoring, evaluation and reporting for national funders
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Build strong partnerships across parishes, the CsP, and other stakeholders
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Ensure logistics and administration run smoothly for events, placements, and new initiatives
We’re looking for someone who:
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Has at least three years’ experience in project management or operations
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Can work collaboratively and lead with vision and adaptability
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Is committed to inclusive Christian mission and values
This is more than a management role—it’s a chance to shape a pioneering model of cathedral-based mission and help create sustainable, vibrant worshipping communities in Sheffield and beyond.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About us:
Drinkaware is the UK’s leading alcohol charity with a vision of working together to reduce alcohol harm. We use our expertise to give governments, industry, communities and individuals the knowledge and support to make informed decisions about alcohol and how to reduce the harm it can cause. We deliver public-facing campaigns and digital services, information and guidance, evidence-led advice to governments and industry and independent research, consumer insight and evaluation
The Drinkaware Trust is funded primarily through voluntary, unrestricted donations from alcohol producers, wholesalers, and on- and off-trade retailers, but acts entirely independently
Vision: Working together to reduce alcohol harm across the UK
Mission: Using our expertise to give governments, industry, communities and individuals the knowledge and support to make informed decisions about alcohol and how to reduce the harm it can cause. Delivered though:
- Public-facing campaigns and digital services, information and guidance
- Evidence-led advice to governments and industry
- Independent research, consumer insight and evaluation
Values: Solid Reasoning; Clarity with Empathy; Understanding and Connecting; Principled Partnership; Determination and Curiosity
Our Drinkaware staff team is friendly, professional and inclusive. We care about what we do and how we work together and bring our values to life. Drinkaware invests in staff development through regular one to one meetings, a generous individual training budget, teatime tutorials and staff awaydays, and an annual learning and wellbeing grant.
Location: 35 Chiswell St, London EC1Y 4SE
Drinkaware’s benefits include:
- Hybrid working arrangements
- 30 days leave (plus Bank Holidays, and your birthday)
- Matched company pension scheme
- Life assurance cover
- BUPA Private Healthcare
- Training and development opportunities
- Employee assistance programme
- Annual learning and wellbeing grant
- Perks and discount platform.
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About the role:
The Alcohol Behavioural Change Specialist is responsible for collaboratively designing and implementing, evidence-based programmes applying appropriate behavioural change models aimed at reducing alcohol-related harm, and promoting long-term behavioural change related to alcohol consumption.
As a leading charity focused on alcohol harm reduction, the postholder will be Drinkaware’s internal expert regarding alcohol harm to individuals and will have a good understanding of brief interventions, as well as information, advice and guidance including quality assurance across our work. They will work across the organisation providing expert advice and guidance.
Programme & Intervention Development
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Work with the Head of operations to develop and implement personalised intervention strategies to help individuals reduce alcohol consumption, using evidence-based behavioural change techniques through our app and other digital tools.
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Collaborate with lived experience panel and Independent Advisory Panel to create comprehensive alcohol-related behavioural health programmes.
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Utilise your experience of motivational interviewing, cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), and other evidence-based practices to promote lasting change in alcohol use behaviours across Drinkaware’s activity.
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Stay up to date on the latest research in alcohol use, behavioural change methods to inform programme development and interventions.
Content & Communication
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Work with the Marketing & Content team to produce engaging content for public audiences ensuring accuracy and effectiveness of advice and guidance in all Drinkaware messaging.
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Work with the Digital and Content team to ensure the Drinkaware website content is relevant and up to date.
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Presenting our insights, programmes and tools to external stakeholders including funders, public health departments etc.
Insight & Evaluation
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Work with the Research team in the translation of research insights and publications into programme development.
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Work with the Impact team to ensure impact monitoring and quality assurance is embedded in all work undertaken by Drinkaware and support colleagues to monitor and measure the quality of its work with a view to ensuring high quality standards and continuous improvement.
Governance & Safeguarding
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Work with the Head of Operations to ensure Safeguarding is embedded within all programme delivery.
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About you:
This role requires a deep understanding of psychological theories, behavioural science, and addiction, along with practical experience in behavioural interventions.
Qualifications and/or experience
- Degree or higher in Psychology, Behavioural change, Public Health, or a related field. Certification or training in Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or other relevant therapeutic approaches is highly desirable.
Essential Criteria / Key Skills
- Strong understanding of behavioural science theories and experience of how to apply them to alcohol use, with proficiency in delivering behavioural change techniques.
- Proven experience in developing and implementing behavioural change interventions, particularly in the context of alcohol or addiction.
- Experience with digital health applications is desirable.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage and motivate individuals at all stages of behavioural change.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to assess, plan, and implement effective behavioural change programmes.
- Demonstrable knowledge and experience of working in the health sector and have a passion for reducing alcohol harm in the UK.
- Experience working in partnership with internal and external agencies and organisation
- Experience of working collaboratively across internal departments and teams
- Knowledge of public health initiatives and policies related to alcohol use.
- Data analysis and program evaluation experience.
- Confident public speaker able to represent Drinkaware at events, conferences and in the media.
- Ability to work independently and autonomously, prioritise tasks, and adapt to changing circumstances.
- Understanding of safeguarding legislation and practical application in delivery of programmes
- Able to manage sensitive conversations with professionalism and care and resilient when under pressure.
- An energetic and committed ambassador for Drinkaware, our mission and values
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To apply
For further information please refer to the attached job description, our applicant privacy policy and read more about Drinkaware on our website.
Closing date: 9am, Tuesday 26 August 2025
Apply for this post by clicking on the 'Apply' link. You should submit an up-to-date CV and a brief covering letter (maximum two pages) that outlines how you meet the requirements outlined in the 'About You' section and what you would bring to Drinkaware.
Interviews may be carried out on Teams or in person at our Moorgate offices.
Drinkaware is committed to equality and diversity and welcomes applications from all backgrounds and sections of the community.
No agency support is required
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We're looking for a skilled and proactive Data Developer to help us to harness the power of data and build something meaningful from the ground up. You’ll lead the development of our first enterprise data warehouse, creating the infrastructure that will empower every corner of our organisation to make smarter, faster, and more impactful decisions. Working at the heart of our Information Governance and Technology Team, collaborating with passionate colleagues across the organisation, your work will help us understand our supporters better, streamline operations, and ultimately, protect more land and wildlife.
Who we’re looking for
You'll have strong SQL and ETL experience, a solid grasp of data modelling and warehousing, and proficiency in Power Platform tools. You’ll be confident working with APIs and integrating data from diverse systems, and able to communicate and collaborate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. A self-starter with sharp analytical thinking and attention to detail, you’ll thrive in a collaborative environment and be committed to continuous learning. You’ll care about our mission and be eager to contribute to a positive and supportive team culture.
Applications
Please refer to the application pack which contains the full job description, person specification and our list of benefits. You will need to upload your CV, along with a covering letter, using the link provided. Your covering letter is an important part of your application and should sumarise how you meet the essential criteria in the person specification as indicated.
Helping people across the world protect and restore their land to safeguard biodiversity and the climate
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.
As Senior Grants Manager, Environment and Communities, you will identify, assess, and manage grants that contribute to these evolving areas of interest.
A particular focus of the role will be developing strategic grants and partnerships that contribute to Environmental Sustainability. This is a developing area of interest, supporting activity that restores the natural environment and enabling practices such as nature friendly farming and community growing. Current grantees include the Sustainable Food Trust, the Wildlife Trust, and local farmer clusters.
The Foundation has recently launched a ‘Green Fund’ pilot, supporting Buckinghamshire grantees to deliver progress in environmental sustainability. The role will lead on the delivery of this programme.
As well as developing relationships with external stakeholders you will also closely collaborate with colleagues, making connections between grants and activities at Waddesdon Manor. In particular, working closely with the Rothschild Foundation’s Sustainability and Conservation Department and the Education & Learning Department.
The role will also support the development and assessment of grants to the Rothschild Foundation’s Community Fund which is open to not for profit organisations in Buckinghamshire who support local communities, with a particular focus on disadvantage.
Key Responsibilities:
- Strategic development of our Environment programme, including current explorations in community growing, nature friendly farming and nature restoration.
- Leading on the delivery of a ‘Green Fund’ pilot, supporting grantees and funded activities. This will include working closely with the Evaluation and Impact Manager and Operations Manager to review the programme and make recommendations for future delivery to Grants Committee
- Maintaining an overview of the portfolio of ‘Environment’ grants, sharing learning and identifying connections across grantees
- Keeping up to date on sector development, identify funding gaps, and emerging opportunities.
- Identifying and supporting potential applicants, conducting visits, guiding proposal development, and ensuring due diligence standards are met
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with grantees, conducting six-monthly catch up conversations, visiting funded activity and acting as a ‘critical friend’
- Supporting the delivery of our Communities funding, including assessment of applications to the Community Fund and occasional Trustee related community grants
- Producing regular updates for Trustees, including project updates and data insights, and contribute to creative ways of sharing the impact of our funding
You will be a great fit if...
You are a highly motivated, dynamic, and experienced individual with experience in thinking and working strategically. You will also be used to taking the lead to develop new areas of work, and have experience working in environmental or conservation sectors with a strong understanding of nature-based solutions and ecological restoration.
You have a genuine commitment to tackling inequality and supporting under represented groups as well.
Please view our full job description for more details.
Our areas of interest are Arts and Culture and Regenerative Food and Farming, where we make a number of multi-year investments each year.




Would you love to be the friendly and welcoming face and voice of The King's Trust, selling our great work to young people and partners in your local area?
Picture yourself planning and attending incredible showcase events with our partners and young people. These gatherings will be the stage where we celebrate the outstanding achievements of The Trust. Whether it's an internal team gathering or an external event, you will play a pivotal role in energising and engaging the people we aim to support. Your enthusiasm will be contagious!
You’ll be passionate about finding creative ways to engage with young people and get them excited about our programmes. You’ll quickly be able to craft a recruitment plan for your local area, working across a virtual team to be the ultimate people connector. You’ll know how to cultivate, spearhead, and nurture fantastic relationships with agencies and partner organisations that can refer eligible young people to The Trust.
Get ready to take centre stage in our mission! You'll ignite enthusiasm in our potential customers, showing them how we can turn their goals into reality. You'll achieve this by delivering sensational sessions and engaging in one-on-one interactions, all geared towards promoting The Trust's remarkable programmes that will thoroughly captivate young individuals and partners alike. We're talking about creating excitement and making dreams come true!
Let's make sure our young people have a consistently amazing experience when they come on board our programmes. Keep them engaged by staying in touch and referring them to the right support whenever they need it.
And now for the serious stuff! You’ll help to keep our records squeaky clean by accurately documenting information about our young people, volunteers, and partners. It's all about ensuring each step of their journey aligns with our funding contracts and accurately reflects on our systems.
At The Trust, we're strong advocates for fostering an inclusive workplace, and it would be fantastic if you share that passion too. So, we’d love it if you would be the voice for our Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity drive by crafting a local action plan that aligns with our big EDI goals.
Be ready for anything in addition to all these fantastic responsibilities, you might find yourself donning different hats and stepping up whenever needed. Join us at The King's Trust, where every day is a chance to create a brighter future for our young superstars!
We believe that every young person should have the chance to succeed, no matter their background or the challenges they are facing.

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.
We are looking for a fully qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA (ICAEW), etc.) with a thorough practical understanding of Finance Management including management accounting principles and techniques as well as an understanding of charity accounting principles.
The Baobab Centre provides rehabilitation support to young asylum seekers and refugees who have experienced human rights abuses. Baobab provides psychotherapy, casework and advocacy as well as a wider range of community activities.
Tasks will include
· Provide high quality accounting/financial support service to the Operations Team
· Prepare, develop and analyse management accounting information
· Finance planning, budgeting, forecasting and annual accounts
·Day to day finance management of the organisation
Please read the attached Job description & person specification, and the Clinical Context and Model at Baobab document.
The Baobab Centre is a non-residential therapeutic community that offers support to young survivors of human rights abuses seeking refuge in the UK
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.
You will be working with young adults (18-30 years old) from an asylum/refugee background. The young people you will be working with will have arrived as unaccompanied minors to the UK, will be seeking asylum or have refugee status, and will have been under 24 years old upon referral. We offer open ended psychotherapy, always working towards enabling people to move towards independence.
You will be working in a multicultural and multilingual therapeutic environment and embrace the opportunity to engage in multi-disciplinary work with our team of therapists, social workers, Art, Music, Sports, Yoga providers and education tutors. We offer open ended psychotherapy, always working towards enabling people to move towards independence.
Please read the Clinical Context and Model at Baobab document attached.
The Baobab Centre is a non-residential therapeutic community that offers support to young survivors of human rights abuses seeking refuge in the UK
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Location: Home-based, with occasional travel to Respect’s office at Voluntary Action Islington (VAI), 200A Pentonville Rd, London N1 9JP or other meeting locations including staff meetings twice a year
Responsible to: Head of Helplines
Salary: Point 31-34 £34,016 - £36754 (a London Allowance of £3299 will be applied to employees who live in London)
We are pleased to offer a starting salary at the beginning point of the salary band. This position offers opportunities for salary increases based on performance and tenure.
Hours: 35 Hours per week; Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm
Job type: Fixed Term Contract until 31st March 2026, with a possibility to extend, subject to funding.
Benefits:
- Friendly and collaborative working environment
- Remote working
- 25 to 30 days holidays per annum plus bank holidays (depending on length of service and pro-rata for part-time employees)
- Contributory pension scheme including 6% employer’s contribution (subject to employee’s minimum 2% contribution)
- Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity pay
- Occupational sick pay depending on length of service and pro-rata for part-time employees.
- Access to Employee Assistance Programme
- Access to staff discounts
Closing date: 27th August 2025, 17:00
Interviews to take place: Week commencing 10th September 2025 (TBC). These will be held online via Teams link
About the role:
Respect is seeking two Helplines Advisors to provide support to male victims of domestic abuse on the Men’s Advice Line and perpetrators of domestic abuse on the Respect Phoneline.
You will support service users by phone, email and webchat, providing emotional support, practical advice, information on the available options, and signposting to other services. As well as work with male victims and perpetrators of domestic abuse in ways that support them to increase safety and reduce harm, as described in the Models of Work and relevant policies and procedures.
About you:
- An understanding of the nature of domestic abuse and its effects on victims, in particular male victims
- An understanding of the help-seeking barriers for male victims of domestic abuse
- An understanding of the reasons why perpetrators use abusive behaviours towards partners in relationships
- Experience of providing information, advice, and support by telephone, email and webchat in a helpline environment
- A commitment to anti-discriminatory practice and an approach that centres survivors, in particular Black and minoritised survivors.
About Respect
Respect is a pioneering UK membership organisation in the domestic abuse sector. Founded in 2000, we have built our expertise over the last 25 years in what was then a fledgling sector and recently have seen significant and rapid growth.
How to apply
You must download an application form from Respect's job page, and submit in word doc. format only, please.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We’re looking for a Finance and Operations star to support the team across finance administration, HR processes, compliance, and operational logistics. You’ll be a key part of the smooth running of the team that enables us to carry out our work making change with young people!
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!
Use your IT expertise to enable global mission. Join OMF International (UK) as IT Manager and lead secure, efficient systems that support gospel work.
This is an exciting opportunity to manage and develop the full IT infrastructure of a mission-focused organisation. You will provide hands-on support across hardware, software, networks, and cloud services, while ensuring GDPR compliance and system security. Based in Manchester, you’ll serve a diverse team of staff, members, and volunteers, delivering technical excellence while actively participating in OMF’s Christian community life.
If you thrive on managing change, solving complex problems, and want your skills to contribute to a global mission, we would love to hear from you.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Purpose of the Role
The Policy Coordinator plays a key role in delivering high-quality, intersectional policy analysis and supporting Imkaan’s strategic advocacy. Grounded in Black feminist and anti-racist values, the role ensures our work reflects the lived experiences of Black and Minoritised women and girls.
The postholder will draft policy positions, respond to consultations, produce briefings, and monitor political and sector developments.
Working closely with the Policy and Research Manager and wider team, they will help shape national debates and influence government and stakeholder engagement.
This role requires creativity, analytical strength, and commitment to social justice. The desired candidate will be politically engaged, detail-oriented, and passionate about using policy to shift power and drive change.
Key Responsibilities
1. Policy Research, Analysis, and Development
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Monitor and assess political, legislative, and social developments relevant to violence against women and girls (VAWG), with a particular focus on the experiences and needs of Black and Minoritised women and girls.
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Conduct horizon scanning to track emerging policy trends, legislation, consultations, and other developments affecting the Black and Minoritised women’s sector.
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Analyse national and regional policy environments to identify gaps, risks, and opportunities for strategic influence and sector sustainability.
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Produce clear, timely, and well-structured policy briefings, consultation responses, and position papers on VAWG, racial justice, and structural inequality.
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Lead or contribute to consultation responses, parliamentary inquiries, and government engagement opportunities to ensure Imkaan’s voice and expertise inform relevant policy processes.
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Conduct desk-based research and support analysis of member experiences, service data, and lived experience evidence to strengthen the evidence base for advocacy.
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Maintain a library of policy resources and an up-to-date bank of statistics and evidence to support internal and external use.
2. Advocacy and External Sector Engagement
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Use policy analysis to inform and shape advocacy strategies, campaigns, and public engagement work.
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Develop and maintain relationships with policy makers, researchers, academics, and allied organisations.
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Represent Imkaan in relevant external meetings, networks, roundtables, and events.
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Contribute to debates and dialogue by articulating well-evidenced, feminist-informed policy perspectives.
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Deliver policy briefings, workshops, and training sessions for Imkaan members and partners.
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Support the development of collective policy knowledge and exchange across the sector.
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Feed into internal planning to align the work of the policy of the Imkaan with wider organisational objectives and timelines.
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Support the coordination of engagement with policymakers, local and national government representatives
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Help prepare for external meetings, briefings, and parliamentary engagement – including drafting agendas, notes, and follow-up materials
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Assist with convening policy roundtables, strategic influencing meetings, and cross-sector collaborations
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Contribute to the development of Imkaan’s policy influencing calendar and contact management system.
3. Project Planning, Coordination and Organisational Contribution
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Contribute to the overarching workplan of the Policy Unit, ensuring deliverables and deadlines are met.
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Engage in internal monitoring and evaluation as required to assess impact and inform future strategy.
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Maintain effective systems for documentation, reporting, and communication within the team and with stakeholders.
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Actively participate in the team supervision system, internal meetings, and organisational development initiatives.
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Support positive team dynamics and contribute to a collaborative, learning-oriented working culture.
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Ensure alignment with Imkaan’s ethical principles and values in all aspects of policy work.
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Participate in personal development planning and engage with training opportunities.
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Work with the Membership Coordinator to gather insight from members on emerging policy issues
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Support members to participate in influencing opportunities (e.g. consultations, submissions, meetings)
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Help translate policy developments into accessible updates and communications for members and stakeholders.
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Support internal reporting and evaluation of policy and influencing work, tracking outputs and impacts
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Ensure Imkaan’s policy work reflects the organisation’s values and the expertise of Black and Minoritised women and girls
Person Specification
Essential Experience
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This post is open to Black and Minoritised women only as permitted under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010 (Occupational Requirement)
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Substantial experience working in policy, public affairs, or advocacy within the VAWG sector or closely related fields.
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Demonstrated ability to develop and analyse policy using a feminist, anti-racist, and intersectional lens.
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Experience drafting policy positions, briefings, consultation responses, and research summaries.
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Familiarity with policy issues related to migration, housing and criminal justice, particularly as they affect Black and Minoritised women.
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Strong understanding of how policy change happens in the UK including government structures, legislation, and public policy processes.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to translate complex information for different audiences.
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Research and analytical skills, with experience gathering evidence and synthesising findings into clear policy messaging.
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Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain attention to detail.
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Commitment to the values of Black feminism, anti-racism, and the rights of Black and Minoritised women and girls
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Strong analytical skills and the ability to translate complex issues into accessible, impactful policy positions.
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Knowledge of methods and frameworks for policy research and analysis.
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Ability to support policy engagement across a range of stakeholder groups, including grassroots organisations and government bodies.
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Strong planning, organisational, and project coordination skills.
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Confident in convening and facilitating meetings, preparing agendas, and producing follow-up documentation.
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Deep commitment to intersectional Black feminist values and social justice.
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Demonstrable understanding of the specific experiences and needs of Black and Minoritised women.
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Ability to work independently, as part of a team, and across dynamic partnerships and networks.
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Commitment to ethical, participatory, and survivor-centred approaches to policy work.
Desirable Experience
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Knowledge of devolved governments and regional political structures in the UK.
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Experience in monitoring and evaluating policy impact.
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Ability to design and deliver policy-related training or capacity-building for grassroots organisations.
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Understanding of international frameworks on women’s rights, migration, and racial justice (e.g., CEDAW, Istanbul Convention, UN conventions).
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Experience in drafting speeches, op-eds, or articles for advocacy purposes.
What we offer:
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30 days annual leave + public holidays (pro rata)
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Flexible working arrangements
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Pension contribution
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Private Health Care (BUPA)
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Meeting Free Fridays
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Supportive, feminist working environment
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Opportunities for learning and development
Imkaan is a feminist organisation dedicated to addressing violence against Black and minoritised women and girls.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Do you know how to connect with communities and bring people together? Can you help shape the future of volunteering at a national level?
We’re looking for a Volunteering Recruitment Lead to help grow and diversify our volunteer base at the Motor Neurone Disease (MND) Association. This is a unique opportunity to shape a new approach to volunteer recruitment, build strong relationships within communities, and support colleagues to do the same.
As Volunteering Recruitment Lead, you will play a central role in how we promote, recruit, and support volunteers across the organisation. You’ll create and share practical resources that help staff and volunteers grow local teams in inclusive and sustainable ways. This role is ideal for someone who understands volunteering, knows how to connect with communities, and enjoys working collaboratively to make a difference.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the development of a strong volunteer value proposition and brand identity for volunteering at the Association
- Design and deliver accessible national and local volunteer recruitment campaigns
- Work with marketing and digital colleagues to create engaging and inclusive materials and digital content
- Provide toolkits, guidance, and examples that help colleagues recruit consistently, confidently and effectively
- Coach and support staff involved in volunteer recruitment, modelling good practice where needed
- Engage with underrepresented communities and explore new ways of involving a wider range of people
- Build relationships with staff and volunteers to identify local needs and opportunities for growth
- Support improvements to volunteer application processes and onboarding journeys
- Use data and insight to identify gaps, track progress, and share learning
- Contribute to innovation in volunteering by exploring new recruitment models and approaches
About You:
- Experience of community-based engagement with an understanding of best practices when recruiting and supporting volunteers
- Experience of recruitment
- Experience working with diverse communities and using inclusive approaches
- Skilled at developing resources and supporting others to use them
- Able to engage others through confident public speaking and clear communication
- Comfortable working independently and driving new initiatives
- Good planning and time management skills
- Collaborative and confident working across teams
- Competent using Microsoft Office and familiar with social media platforms
- Driving License and willingness to travel for community visits as needed
About Us:
Our vision is a world free from MND. Our mission is to improve care and support for people with MND, their families and carers. We fund and promote research that leads to new understanding and treatments and brings us closer to a cure for MND. The Association also campaigns and raises awareness so the needs of people with MND, and everyone who cares for them, are recognised, and addressed by wider society.
What We Offer:
- 28 days holiday, increasing to 33 days after 5 years, plus Bank Holidays.
- Access to UK Healthcare, including dental, eyecare, health screenings, and therapies.
- 24/7 GP access via phone and video.
- Life assurance and confidential counselling helplines.
- Salary sacrifice schemes (Cycle to Work, Buy/Sell Annual Leave).
- Access to Benefit Hub for discounts on everyday shopping.
- Enhanced pension scheme.
- Opportunities for training and personal development.
- Hybrid working.
The full job description is available in the candidate pack.
We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusivity. We work to remove barriers for everyone affected by MND, employees, volunteers, and stakeholders.
As part of the Disability Confident Scheme, we guarantee interviews for disabled applicants who meet the role's requirements.
Hybrid Working and Flexibility: This role offers hybrid working, with the expectation to attend the office a minimum of 2 days per month with flexibility to attend the office for team meetings and in line with business requirements. We are open to part-time applications or job shares – please indicate your preferred working arrangement in your application.
How to apply:
Please submit a CV and supporting statement. Your supporting statement should be no longer than one side of A4 and demonstrate how you meet the following areas of the role.
- Experience in community engagement
- Experience of recruitment
- Excellent interpersonal skills and a confident public speaker and skilled at presenting ideas, with the ability to engage effectively with volunteers, staff, and external stakeholders
Important Information:
- We may close applications early if we receive a high volume, so early submissions are encouraged.
- If you require sponsorship for this role, please clearly indicate this in your application.
- Depending on the role, a DBS check may be required.
- If you need reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please contact us for support.
- We are happy to consider alternative application formats for those who find the online form challenging.
The Volunteering Recruitment Lead joins at an exciting time. You’ll be part of a supportive team with the opportunity to shape and develop our approach to volunteer recruitment and engagement. The environment is busy, creative, people-centred, and full of potential.
This is an ideal next step for someone ready to scale up their impact, bring ideas to life, and help create a strong, sustainable future for volunteering at the MND Association.
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!
Are you a highly skilled administrator and communicator, passionate about sharing Jesus Christ across cultures? Do you desire to see lives and communities transformed by the good news of Jesus Christ?
The Supporter Relations Coordinator will play a key role in communicating with our new and existing supporters, welcoming visitors to our office, and ensuring enquirers are connected to the right members of our team. The successful applicant will have an opportunity to use their administrative and interpersonal skills to support our team in the development of this ministry across the UK and Ireland as well as throughout East Asia. All of this is vital for our vision to be a catalyst for the Church sharing the good news of Jesus Christ in all its fullness among East Asia’s peoples through all aspects of life.
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!
Job Title: Partnerships Manager
Reports to: Senior Partnerships Manager
Location: Hybrid work with 40% from Breaking Barriers’ offices in London, Manchester, Birmingham or Glasgow
Salary: £33,000 - £39,000 for London, £31,000 - £37,000 for other locations
Hours: 5 days per week (37.5 hours), open to flexible working arrangements
Contract: Permanent
Overall purpose
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the national development and delivery of our relationships with the private sector to maximise income and impact to support refugees into meaningful employment.
The main purpose of the Partnerships Manager role is to deliver first-class account management and development of corporate partnerships to drive Breaking Barriers mission.
Working closely with Senior Partnerships Managers, Head of Corporate Partnerships, and members of the Income & Engagement and Services Directorates, you will be responsible for launching, retaining and developing a portfolio of partnerships ensuring we deepen and strengthen relationships whilst identifying opportunities for growth.
You will play your part in delivering and developing strategic relationships to bring value to our refugee clients and our employment and education programmes.
The successful candidate will have experience managing corporate partner relationships, including making fundraising asks and managing external communication with donors and partners at all levels of seniority. You will deploy your influencing skills and ability to build profitable relationships to great effect as you take a leading role identifying and nurturing future strategic partnerships. An understanding of Corporate Social Responsibility would be advantageous.
To view the full job description and person specification, as well as details on our accessible recruitment process, please view the attached recruitment pack.
Other considerations
- As part of our safeguarding commitment to our clients, we carry out pre-employment checks to ensure that successful applicants are suitable to work with adults at risk. These include basic DBS checks, obtaining references and verifying a candidate’s identity and right to work in the UK.
- We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, race, religion or belief.
How to apply
If you are looking for a role where you can make a real difference, we want to hear from you. To apply, please submit a CV and statement (up to approximately 500 words/1 A4 page) outlining:
- Why you are interested in the role
- What skills you would bring to be successful in this role
- Any experience you would like to highlight
- Any reasonable adjustments you require for the interview process
- Disclosure of disabilities if you wish to do so (as a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, we guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role)
Please note that applications without a covering letter will not be considered.
Closing date for applications is 11:30pm on Wednesday 03 September. Please note that interviews will be held on a rolling basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if a suitable candidate is found. Early applications are strongly encouraged.
We belong to the Experts by Experience Employment Initiative, which advocates and supports organisations to employ more people from a refugee background. With this in mind, we particularly welcome applicants with experience of seeking asylum and/or a refugee background.
If you are an expert by experience (a refugee or a migrant with direct, first-hand experience of issues and challenges of the UK asylum or immigration system), you can ask for an independent and confidential support for your job application from the Experts by Experience Employment Network. Please reach out to HR Manager Rebecca Hughes for further details (we are unable to include email addresses in this advert, but you can find contact details on the final page of the attached recruitment pack).
Breaking Barriers exists so that every refugee can access meaningful employment and build a new life.
We are seeking an energetic, enthusiastic, eye-for-detail person to join us as the new Parish Administrator.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the smooth running of the parish office and will be the first point of contact for all those wishing to access any business of the Parish.
This position requires proficiency in various clerical tasks, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities efficiently.
Main Responsibilities:
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- To be the friendly welcoming face of the church
- Provide administrative support to the church and its activities
- Manage the church office, including handling phone and email enquiries
- Maintain church records, service rotas, and church calendar
- Oversee hall bookings and liaise with hirers
- Assist with preparation of weekly notice sheets and service materials
- Coordinate church communications (newsletters, website updates, social media)
- Ensure compliance with safeguarding and data protection requirements
We’re Looking For Someone Who:
- Is highly organised, efficient, and self-motivated
- Has excellent communication and IT skills
- Can work well independently and as part of a team
- Understands and supports the values and mission of our Church
- Has previous administrative experience (experience in a church or charity setting is desirable)
What We Offer:
- A welcoming and supportive church environment
- Flexible working hours across the week (exact pattern negotiable, some hybrid working possible by arrangemnt)
- Opportunities for training and development
- A meaningful role at the heart of a growing church community
Hours: The role is part-time (20 hours per week) working on site in the church office
Salary: £14 to £16 per hour (depending on experience and qualifications)
Please note: There is a requirement for applicants to fully support the ethos of this Anglican parish.This post involves is subject to a DBS check. The successful applicant will be required to undertake Rochester Diocesan safeguarding training at an appropriate level.
The information pack and application form can be downloaded below
Closing date for applications: 12th September 2025.
Interviews: Week beginning 29th September 2025
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.