Membership jobs

The role

At Ability Consultants, we specialise in helping charities, community groups, schools, social enterprises, and CICs to grow and make a bigger impact. From homelessness and health to youth work, arts, disability, and international development, our clients work across some of the most important themes in society. We provide the fundraising expertise so they can focus on delivering life-changing work.

Ability Consultants is proud to be a Real Living Wage Employer, Disability Confident Committed, and a VONNE Membership Plus Organisation. We’re also SHINE accredited - reflecting our commitment to fair, inclusive, and supportive employment practices.

As a Bid Writer: Trusts and Foundations, you’ll play a vital role in securing the income that keeps this work possible. You’ll research opportunities, develop compelling cases for support, and write high-quality funding applications on behalf of our clients. You’ll also help to build strong relationships with funders and ensure excellent stewardship, so that income is sustained and grown.

You might already have proven experience writing successful funding applications, or you could be looking for your next step if you have the skills, passion, and drive to learn. Either way, you’ll be someone with strong writing ability, great attention to detail, and the confidence to work directly with clients to tell their story in a persuasive and impactful way.

In return, you’ll join a supportive and ambitious team that works across the UK and internationally, making a measurable difference every day. If you’re ready to use your talent to help non-profits thrive, we’d love to hear from you.

Important Information

How to Apply: You can visit our website to download an application pack. Please apply by sending us a copy of your CV and a covering letter (optional) to the email address in the job pack with the subject heading ‘Recruitment – Bid Writer: T&F. If you have any difficulties accessing our documents please get in touch with us.

Closing Date: 19/12/2025, 23:59

Role: Bid Writer (Trusts & Foundations) | Hours: 40 Hours Per Week | Salary: £28,000 - £29,000 | Period: Permanent

Interviews: Week commencing 5th January 2026 (provisional)

Sifting will take place on an ongoing basis, if successful at sifting stage, we may decide to invite you to an initial virtual call, and if successful a face to face interview may follow. 

Got a question?

If you would like an informal discussion about the role, please email us. 

About Ability Consultants

At Ability Consultants, we support our clients everyday to thrive and deliver their vital work, while trusting us with their fundraising and income generation needs. We work across all four nations of the UK and internationally, including partnerships in East Africa.

Our expertise spans a wide range of themes, including homelessness, equality and diversity, sport, suicide prevention, addiction, youth work, disability, health, food poverty, the arts, hospice care, international development, and schools. From bid writing and funding strategies to senior management support, and organisational development, we give charities, CIC and community organisations the tools and capacity they need to succeed.

Are you passionate about school libraries? Do you believe in the power of school libraries to transform children and young people’s experiences in education? Can you communicate confidently to a wide audience and range of stakeholders?  

The School Library Association (SLA) supports approximately 2000 members working in schools across the UK with advice, training and advocacy. The School Library Lead will be at the forefront of our member offer and outreach, to help us deliver on our mission to support all those working in school libraries, so that more children and young people reach their full potential through the school library.   

This role will lead on providing advice, inspiration and support for schools looking to develop their school library provision and all the benefits this brings. An expert in school libraries, you will be comfortable supporting members 1:1, delivering training to larger audiences, providing consultancy to schools and sector organisations, writing training and resources, or preparing book recommendations. An exciting opportunity for someone experienced in school libraries with knowledge of the curriculum, teaching and learning and children’s books, you will be the first port of call for library advice and expertise, contributing to the growth and sustainability of the membership network.

You will be experienced in developing relationships with a variety of stakeholders at all levels relish a busy role. This will include supporting our Branch network, collaborating on initiatives for development, delivery and new projects as they come online. As resident children’s book expert, you will support with programmes and projects such as the SLA Information Book Award and member book-related events. You will work with your SLA colleagues to develop and deliver high-quality member events and training as well as advocacy events to raise awareness of the importance of school libraries. Using your sector insight, you will identify opportunities for development of initiatives that will support the SLA vision and mission enabling us to reach more children and young people through our work.  This is a busy and rewarding role and will suit someone with passion and resilience. 

This is a full time role working throughout the year (37 hours per week). Find out more about the role including full job description and how to apply by downloading the job specification pack. 

Application deadline: 19th December 

Interviews: First round interview (online): 13th/14th January

Second round interview in person TBC: 20th/22nd January 

Applications without a covering letter will not be considered. No agencies please.   

Due to the volume of applications we cannot provide individual feedback. We really appreciate your interest. If you haven’t heard from us within four weeks of the deadline, it means we’ve moved forward with other candidates on this occasion. We encourage you to apply again in the future. Please note we may close recruitment early should the right candidate be identified.  

About the College
The Royal College of Pathologists is a professional membership organisation with charitable status concerned with all matters relating to the science and practice of pathology. It is a body of its Fellows, Diplomates, Affiliates and trainees, supported by the staff who are based at the College's London offices.
The College is a charity with over 13000 members worldwide. The majority of members are doctors and scientists working in hospitals and universities in the UK.
The College oversees the training of pathologists and scientists working in 17 different specialties, which include cellular pathology, haematology, clinical biochemistry and medical microbiology.
Although some pathologists work in laboratories, many work directly with patients in hospitals and the community. Together, they are involved in the majority of all diagnoses and play an important role in disease prevention, treatment, and monitoring. If you have ever had a blood test, cervical smear or tissue biopsy, a pathologist will have been involved in your care.

About Exams
The Examinations Department at the Royal College of Pathologists is responsible for the planning, delivery, and quality assurance of all College examinations, including the Fellowship (FRCPath), Diploma, Certificate, and BMS examinations, as well as the Fellowship by Published Works.
Our dedicated team manages every stage of the examination process - from question setting and quality control to candidate communication, examiner support, and regulatory compliance. Working collaboratively, we ensure that all examinations are delivered efficiently, securely, and to the highest standard of integrity.
At the heart of our work is a commitment to fairness, transparency, and excellent service for both candidates and examiners. By upholding these values, the Examinations Department plays a vital role in supporting the professional development of pathologists and advancing the College’s mission to improve patient care through excellence in pathology.
The College runs two main examination sessions each year - Spring and Autumn - requiring careful planning, coordination, and attention to detail across all aspects of administration and logistics.
Due to the critical nature of the examination timetable, annual leave is restricted during examination sessions. Staff are required to be in the office throughout the exam periods and during the week when results are released.

About you
The ideal candidate is highly organised, reliable, and detail-focused, capable of confidently managing complex processes in a fast-paced, high-stakes examinations environment. They have at least one year of administrative experience and are educated to A-level standard or equivalent, with the ability to learn and follow structured procedures accurately. Experience within education, medical, regulatory, membership, or high-stakes assessment sectors is highly desirable.

Key Skills and Attributes:

• Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential, as the role involves interacting with candidates, examiners, Panel Chairs, and internal departments, ensuring all enquiries are responded to accurately.
• IT Proficiency: Fully computer-literate with confidence in databases and intermediate to advanced Excel skills.
• Organisation: Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads, manage competing deadlines, and maintain accuracy under sustained periods of concentration.
• Discretion and Security: Adheres rigorously to security protocols and handles confidential and sensitive information with complete discretion.
• Resilience under Pressure: Remains calm, focused, and dependable during peak examination periods. Annual leave is restricted during Spring and Autumn exam sessions, and full-time office presence is required during exams and results weeks.
• Teamwork and Collaboration: Works collaboratively with colleagues to ensure smooth delivery of examinations.
• Adaptability: Comfortable taking responsibility for organising examinations, logistical arrangements, examiner liaison, and onsite support, including invigilation and practical/oral exam assistance.
• Motivation and Integrity: Committed to delivering high-quality service, upholding fairness, accuracy, and security, and contributing to the integrity of the College’s examinations, supporting professional development and improving patient care.

The Royal College of Pathologists understands the value and strength that diversity brings and we are proud to be an organisation of members from a wide range of backgrounds. We are keen to encourage and enable more people of all identities and from all backgrounds to become involved in the College.

Interviews currently scheduled for w/c 5 January 2026.
We plan to notify you before the Christmas break if your application has been successful and we intend to interview.

Job Purpose

Within the National Influencing & Networks team, the Digital Communications Officer is responsible for delivering core communications functions. The postholder will work directly with the Director of National Influencing and Networks to plan communications activity in line with organisational objectives, and to deliver planned, regular and ad-hoc outputs. They will also work closely with the Area Engagement and Partnerships Team. It is desirable for the postholder to bring innovative video editing and production expertise, along with strong digital content creation skills, to enhance Clinks’ communications reach and impact.

Duties and key responsibilities

· Contribute to the continued development of communications outputs of relevance to the voluntary sector working in criminal justice

· Deliver Clinks’ communications functions to ensure our work and the voluntary sector is promoted in an accurate and timely manner.

· Contribute to Clinks’ communications outputs through oversight of the organisational communications planner, supporting the development of timelines and executing as appropriate

· Responsible for publication and design of organisational policy reports, e-bulletins, newsletters, blog posts, ad-hoc publications and other relevant digital outputs

· Responsible for the collation and distribution of Clinks’ Light Lunch on a weekly basis as well as newsflashes, women’s network updates and art alliance updates

· Provide communications and digital expertise to all Clinks staff, including planning of social media, publications or key deliverables including Clinks’ annual State of the sector research

· Work closely with the Membership and Digital Development Officer to ensure coordination of Clinks’ digital output, and supporting the Clinks digital era by contributing to project managed task groups from a communications perspective

· Work with Clinks’ partners on the delivery of local communications outputs

· Lead on Clinks’ regular programme of reporting and benchmarking, with relevance to communications metrics, triaging responsibility within the organisation, and escalating as appropriate, as well as liaising with third parties as needed

· Track and evaluate the impact of Clinks’ communications and digital outputs and advise colleagues accordingly

· Responsible, with the Membership and Digital Development Officer, for keeping information on the website up to date.

· Ensure the implementation of Clinks’ Content Creation Strategy and social media strategy, and contribute to development of wider organisational digital strategy

· Continuously review comms process’ and outputs to ensure a continued high standard to Clinks overall delivery

· Support fundraising activity and bid applications to help secure income for development work.

Additional responsibilities

· Contribute to team activity, including the communication of policy positions rooted in evidence, expertise and experience

· Ensure high standards across all Clinks communications products

· Support the development and operation of the various groups, networks and structures facilitated by Clinks

· Represent Clinks at external meetings and events

· Work with colleagues to maintain and develop Clinks’ database of stakeholders to support the distribution of published materials and other communications.

General responsibilities

· Represent and be an ambassador for Clinks

· Work to support the mission, ethos and values of Clinks

· Be flexible and carry out other associated duties as they may arise, develop or be assigned in line with the broad remit of the position

· Support and promote diversity and equality of opportunity in the workplace

· Work collaboratively with others in all aspects of our work.

This job description does not form part of your contract of employment and can be amended from time to time as the needs of the organisation require.

Person specification

Education and experience

• 2-3 years’ experience in a communications-related role
• Experience in innovative video editing, production, and digital content creation is highly desirable. 

Knowledge, skills and abilities

· An understanding of issues related to:

•  The role of the voluntary sector in addressing social exclusion and inequalities
• The criminal justice system, in particular prisons and probation.

· The ability to engage audiences, persuade, and encourage understanding and participation in written and/or other communications, with a focus on social media output.

· Ability to manage multiple workstreams and competing priorities

· A collaborative approach to working with colleagues

· Strong IT skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Office, and an ability to support online platforms, including Drupal and Simple News, as well as proficiency in web development

· An eye for design, with the ability to liaise with external designers and to use design software, for example InDesign to create documents and manipulate document templates and Canva to produce assets.

· Clear, concise and engaging written and online communication skills

· A scrupulous approach to proofreading and a high level of skill in written English.

· Good knowledge of social media platforms such as LinkedIn and Bluesky, how to create and schedule engaging content for social media, and how to track engagement

· Monitor feed, share content and engage with Clinks’ members via social media

Personal attributes and other requirements

· Working well in a team with a flexible approach to work

· Ability to manage multiple and sometimes competing priorities

· Personal resilience and ability to stay focused in a rapidly changing environment

· Commitment to anti-discriminatory practice and equal opportunities, including for people with lived experience of the criminal justice system

· Ability to apply awareness of diversity issues to all areas of work

· Commitment to upholding the rights of people facing disadvantage and discrimination in the criminal justice system.

Telling the transformative stories of how credible sustainability systems help address some of the world’s toughest challenges has never been more important. From tackling climate change and reducing environmental impacts, to supporting farmer livelihoods and advancing human rights.

ISEAL is seeking an experienced communications professional with content creation, writing and campaigns strategy experience to bring ISEAL’s narrative to life. This role is ideal for a strategically minded storyteller, who thrives in a mission-driven environment and wants to shape how global audiences understand the power of market action on sustainability.

ISEAL is the global membership organisation for sustainability systems, including many of the world’s most respected schemes. Our members work across diverse sectors and issues – from labour rights and livelihoods to biodiversity conservation and climate resilience. We define credible practices for sustainability systems through the ISEAL Code and Credibility Principles. Businesses and governments use these tools to inform policy and frameworks, and to select the most impactful systems with which to partner.

As part of our small communications team, you will play a pivotal role in building ISEAL’s reputation as a trusted voice and thought leader. Reporting to the Senior Communications Manager, you will work with colleagues across programmes and projects creating content, providing campaigns advice and support, sharpening messaging, crafting compelling thought leadership material, and maximising the impact of our communications.

This role calls for an excellent writer who can think strategically and translate complex information into engaging stories, delivered in a range of formats. Whether your background is in journalism, corporate communications, or strategic storytelling, you will bring a strong editorial eye, creativity, campaign skills, and the ability to spot the stories that matter most. You are self-motivated and comfortable working in a dynamic, multicultural environment with multiple concurrent tasks and deadlines. In return, ISEAL offers an inspiring insight into the world of sustainability initiatives, a supportive organisational culture, and opportunities to develop professionally and personally in an international NGO environment.

Key responsibilities

Content creation and storytelling

• Develop and deliver high-quality content, including thought leadership campaigns (featuring podcasts, videos, editorials, and webinars)
• Amplify the work of project and programme teams, positioning it through the broader organisation narrative
• Write engaging news and feature articles that align with organisational priorities
• Review, edit and advise on content produced by colleagues and consultants
• Bring together complex and technical information and translate this into easy-to-understand messaging
• Safeguard ISEAL’s brand identity by ensuring all communications reflect its tone of voice and style, support colleagues to embed brand storytelling in their work through guidance and training

Messaging

• Develop and maintain ISEAL’s overarching organisational messaging framework, ensuring clarity, consistency and alignment with the broader narrative
• Create key message templates and toolkits for staff to support consistent communication across programmes, campaigns and external engagements
• Ensure ISEAL’s messaging reflects its mission, values and strategic priorities while resonating with diverse audiences
• Embed core messaging in content and campaigns
• Empower staff to confidently represent ISEAL by delivering messaging guidance and training that deepens understanding of organisational priorities and voice

 Campaign planning and delivery

• Provide programme teams with communication campaign planning advice
• Oversee the communications campaign scheduler, ensuring activities are coordinated and strategically aligned
• Lead dissemination and growth of thought leadership campaigns, with a particular focus on expanding podcast reach and impact
• Work with the senior coordinator to ensure campaign delivery is well executed
• Analyse the performance of campaign strategies to identify the most effective ways to expand ISEAL’s reach and improve engagement

Editorial oversight and sign-off

• Fully understanding and absorbing the organisational narrative, review and sign off on key communications materials, including social media copy and graphics, news page articles and organisation newsletters
• Ensure content adheres to brand, tone, and quality standards
• Keep key message resources such as FAQs and explainers up to date

Other responsibilities

• Create issue and crisis-response communications as needed
• Work with the communications coordinator to oversee content monitoring and metrics and assess effectiveness of communication tactics and strategies
• Ensure that review and approval processes, version control, and filing systems are in place to keep content accurate and sign-offs efficient
• Line manage and mentor direct reports, fostering growth and development

Essential experience, knowledge and attributes

• Significant professional experience in content creation and campaign delivery, ideally in an international NGO, membership body, or mission-driven organisation
• Exceptional writing and editorial skills, with proven ability to produce thought leadership articles and multi-format content (digital, video, podcast etc)
• Familiarity with podcasts and digital storytelling formats, including audience growth strategies.
• Familiarity with facilitating virtual meetings and webinars
• Strong campaign planning experience, including oversight of schedules and coordination across teams
• Demonstrated ability to translate complex sustainability and technical topics into clear, engaging messaging for diverse audiences
• Proven track record of developing and delivering campaigns that increase reach and engagement across a range of geographical regions, including experience using LinkedIn (organic and paid)
• Experience reviewing, editing, and signing off on communications materials
• Experience of maintaining brand voice and quality
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to balance multiple projects and deadlines
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to advise colleagues and work collaboratively across teams, displaying professionalism and tact
• Interest in and some understanding of sustainability issues
• Proficiency with digital communication tools and platforms, including virtual meeting tools (e.g. Teams, Zoom, etc.), collaborative working tools (e.g. Monday, Miro, etc.), and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Desirable

• Background in sustainability communications or eco-journalism.
• Understanding of sustainability systems, which may have been gained through professional, academic, or voluntary experience.
• Awareness of emerging trends in campaigns and digital content dissemination.

ISEAL´s culture and how we will help you thrive

Our values are connection, empowerment, inspiration, wellbeing, effective working, and creativity.

These are traits we value in each other and in the organisation. We instil these values in all our processes and interactions.

We work on global issues and our team reflects this, with individuals from different backgrounds and nationalities. This diversity adds to the quality of work that we deliver and through our commitment to diversity and inclusion we strengthen our team.

Diversity for us includes race and gender identity, age, disability status, sexual orientation, religion and many other areas that form someone´s identity. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer.

As an organisation, we also support our people in their personal and professional development, with the budget and processes in place for staff to take advantage of development opportunities.

We offer 25 days of annual leave, with an additional day a year added after two years (to a maximum of 30 days). In addition, we add an extra five days as a one off, once you have been with us for five years.

We have a hybrid-working model with a minimum of four days per month in the London office, as well as the opportunity to apply for flexible working arrangements to suit individual´s needs.

Other relevant information

Term: This is a permanent contract

Salary: £45,800-£49,800 p.a. depending on experience

Working hours: Based on a full time equivalent of 37.5 hours per week

Location: London is the preferred location. Applicants will need to provide evidence that they are entitled to work in the UK. An ability and willingness to work in a hybrid work environment is required.

International travel: The post holder may be required to undertake occasional international travel

Annual leave: 25 days / year with an additional day a year added after two years (to a maximum of 30 days). In addition, we add an extra five days as a one off, once you have been with us for five years.

Ideal Start Date: February 2025

How to apply

Specific enquiries about this role and the application process can be sent to the recruitment(@)isealalliance(.)org.

Deadline for applications is 10 December 2025, 5pm GMT. Please note that we will only contact shortlisted applicants.

Please note that we would like to see candidates´ own writing in the cover letter and discourage the use of AI for this purpose.

Interview process

Please see below the planned interview process (please note that we will endeavor to keep to this schedule, but some dates may be subject to change)

First interviews (Teams): starting 1 December

Pre-interview timed exercises (between 60 – 90 minutes from home): from 2 January

Panel interviews (in person): w/c 5 January

Decision: mid-January

Accessibility

If candidates require additional time or other considerations for the interview process, we are committed to accommodating any reasonable requests. Please note that ISEAL will cover travel expenses for in person interviews for candidates travelling from outside of Greater London. ISEAL also covers caring expenses for candidates who are carers and need to arrange of cover for the duration of the interview/exercises

Battersea is entering an exciting phase of innovation and transformation as we embark on the first year of our new five-year strategy. With increased investment in income generation starting in 2025, we are expanding our team to drive the growth necessary to achieve our organisational goals. Our fundraising team bridges the journey of the animals in our care with the wider public, demonstrating how their contributions enable us to support every dog and cat. We now have several new roles within this team to further our mission.

This new role will oversee the development and delivery of engaging supporter journeys across a range of channels for Battersea’s Challenge and Public events, as well as our Supporter-Led Fundraising audiences. It will play a pivotal role in maximising event and supporter-led fundraising income, ensuring every supporter has a positive experience and feels inspired to continue supporting Battersea.

What we can offer you:
In return for your commitment to our cause and to recognise the value of our employees, Battersea offers a range of benefits to support the wellbeing of our employees. These include:

• 28 days of annual leave (plus 8 days paid public holidays) per year.
• Discounted gym memberships and cycle to work schemes.
• Employee Assistance Programme and access to Wellbeing Resources.
• Generous pension contributions - up to 10% employer contribution.
• Free healthcare cash plan, where you can claim for a range of treatment including dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody and acupuncture every year.
• Annual interest-free season ticket loans.

We are also committed to providing learning and development to our employees. During your time with us, we provide support for your professional and career development, including access to digital and in-person training programmes, leadership and management training, mentoring and much more.

Our hybrid working model:
We operate a 50% onsite hybrid working model, with our office-based staff splitting their time between site based and home working. This enables our office-based staff to balance the benefits of home working with onsite collaboration and maintaining a connection to our cause.

Diversity and inclusion:
We are committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive experience for all staff, volunteers and trustees and those hoping to join us. We operate an anonymised shortlisting process and actively seek to ensure our process is fair and equitable for all.

We understand the value of diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences to help us deliver even more for our dogs and cats, and we welcome applicants from all sections of the community.

As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we will ask about any adjustments you may need at application and/or interview stage, and if you are offered a role with us, we’ll talk to you about any workplace adjustments you may need to help you perform at your best. 

More about us:
At Battersea, we aim to never turn away a dog or cat in need of help. We give each one lots of love, expert care and get to know their characters and quirks so we can find them a new home that’s just right for them. Join us and help us be here for every dog and cat, wherever they are, for as long as they need us.

Acceptable use of AI:
At Battersea, we value expertise. We recognise each candidate that applies to us will have a range of expertise they can offer us, so we want to hear about this in your own words. We understand the support that generative artificial intelligence (AI) software can offer but it can also lead to numerous applications presenting as generic and impersonal. This makes it difficult to gain understanding of your unique experience.

To best showcase yourself, we encourage you to write your responses without the assistance of AI. If you require the use of AI software to aid in completing your application, we ask you use the generative responses as a prompt for writing your answers and avoid copying and pasting. You must also ensure the information presented in your application accurately reflects your experience.

Closing date: 11th January 2026
All applications must be submitted before the closing date advertised. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications is received.

Interview date(s): To be confirmed

For full details on the role, please download the recruitment pack.

The Finance Officer will work within the Finance Department to provide essential day today financial processing, support and advice. The post-holder will be a key member of the team in keeping accurate and up to date records of the organisations financial activities on both the accounting system & associated files.

You’ll be based at the Wildlife Trust’s Head Office at Centre of the Earth, 42 Norman Street, Birmingham, B18 7EP, with some work at our EcoPark site in Small Heath and occasional travel across the region and nationally. 

Key Responsibilities

• Creation and maintenance of processes and systems to ensure the smooth running of the finance function including adding new suppliers and customers to the system
• To be responsible for keeping up to date and accurate records of financial transactions on Excel and the accounting system
• To raise and issue sales invoices, follow up outstanding invoices and resolve any issues.
• To liaise with suppliers and creditors to maintain relationships as part of cash flow management.
• To check and reconcile purchase invoices ready for payment, to investigate and resolve any issues.
• To be responsible for the petty cash system in line with the organisations Financial Procedures.
• To manage the purchase order process ensuring compliance in line with policy.
• To complete regular bank, Petty cash and credit card reconciliations.
• To oversee the credit card processing, ensuring security at all times.
• To ensure all contracts/agreements are central filed and updated on the database.
• To report to statutory bodies such as Entrust
• To support the Director of Finance with the production of finance reports to senior managers on a monthly basis relating to income & expenditure
• To support with the processing of direct debits for membership donations
• To support with ad hoc tasks as the trust requires
• To support the preparation for the annual audit, e.g. stock take reconciliation, fixed asset records, Charity Commission and Companies House checks.
• To run the payroll reports and send to the Director of Finance for review and approval
• Undertake other duties as requested by line manager that contribute to Trust strategies.

About You

• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail 
• Able to manage multiple priorities in a busy environment 
• Confident using Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Outlook 
• Strong communication skills and able to work independently 
• Experience in the charity sector is desirable 

What We Offer

• A chance to make a real impact in local communities and the natural environment 
• A supportive and inclusive team culture 
• Flexible working arrangements 
• Opportunities for professional development 

How to Apply

We are interviewing suitable candidates on a rolling basis, so please submit your application as soon as possible. For more information or to apply, visit our website or contact us directly.  

Equal Opportunities

We are committed to ensuring transparent and non-discriminatory recruitment and employment. As a progressive charitable organisation, we champion equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristic. 

Examinations Coordinator – Temporary Contract
ASAP start – until July 2026 | £20.47 per hour | Hybrid (40% office / 60% home)
Location: London

Are you a highly organised, systems-savvy professional with experience in project delivery and operations? We’re supporting a professional membership organisation to recruit a temporary Examinations Coordinator to join their team. This is a hands-on role combining operational delivery, systems development, stakeholder management, and line management of a small team.

What you’ll do

• Coordinate the delivery of cyclical professional examinations, occurring several times per year.
• Provide line management and development support for two team members.
• Lead on system improvements and management, including booking systems, CRM platforms, and workflow tools.
• Support strategic delivery, budgeting, and planning for examinations.
• Manage candidates requiring adjustments and coordinate assessment boards.
• Undertake audits, investigations, and data analysis projects to improve team processes.
• Maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure smooth operations.
• Occasionally travel within the UK, including possible overnight stays and weekend support.

About you

• Experience working with online systems and supporting system development (CRM, Zendesk or similar)
• Strong operational, project, and process improvement skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Confident line manager of a small team
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and meet tight deadlines
• Attention to detail and a proactive, solutions-focused mindset

Desirable:

• Knowledge of assessments/exams or logistics of multi-centre events
• Previous line management experience

Contract Details

Start date: ASAP

Contract: Temporary until July 2026

Hours: Full-time

Pay: £20.47 per hour

Hybrid: 40% office / 60% home

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.

Battersea is entering an exciting phase of innovation and transformation as we embark on the first year of our new five-year strategy. Our fundraising team bridges the journey of the animals in our care with the wider public, demonstrating how their contributions enable us to support every dog and cat. We now have several new roles within this team to further our mission.

Within this role, you will manage and deliver Battersea’s Lottery & Lead Generation programme, maximising income and achieving budgeted targets and KPIs. You will be responsible for managing and motivating a team of three to deliver the programme effectively and professionally. You will also be responsible for managing the business-critical agency relationships key to the success of the programme.

What we can offer you:

In return for your commitment to our cause and to recognise the value of our employees, Battersea offers a range of benefits to support the wellbeing of our employees. These include:

• 28 days of annual leave (plus 8 days paid public holidays) per year
• Discounted gym memberships and cycle to work schemes
• Employee Assistance Programme and access to Wellbeing Resources
• Generous pension contributions - up to 10% employer contribution
• Free healthcare cash plan, where you can claim for a range of treatment including dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody and acupuncture every year
• Annual interest-free season ticket loans

We are also committed to providing learning and development to our employees. During your time with us, we provide support for your professional and career development, including access to digital and in-person training programmes, leadership and management training, mentoring and much more.

Our hybrid working model:

We operate a 50% onsite hybrid working model, with our office-based staff splitting their time between site based and home working. This enables our office-based staff to balance the benefits of home working with onsite collaboration and maintaining a connection to our cause.

Diversity and inclusion:

We are committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive experience for all staff, volunteers and trustees and those hoping to join us. We operate an anonymised shortlisting process and actively seek to ensure our process is fair and equitable for all.

We understand the value of diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences to help us deliver even more for our dogs and cats, and we welcome applicants from all sections of the community.

As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we will ask about any adjustments you may need at application and/or interview stage, and if you are offered a role with us, we’ll talk to you about any workplace adjustments you may need to help you perform at your best. 

More about us:

At Battersea, we aim to never turn away a dog or cat in need of help. We give each one lots of love, expert care and get to know their characters and quirks so we can find them a new home that’s just right for them. Join us and help us be here for every dog and cat, wherever they are, for as long as they need us.

Acceptable use of AI:

At Battersea, we value expertise. We recognise each candidate that applies to us will have a range of expertise they can offer us, so we want to hear about this in your own words. We understand the support that generative artificial intelligence (AI) software can offer but it can also lead to numerous applications presenting as generic and impersonal. This makes it difficult to gain understanding of your unique experience.

To best showcase yourself, we encourage you to write your responses without the assistance of AI. If you require the use of AI software to aid in completing your application, we ask you use the generative responses as a prompt for writing your answers and avoid copying and pasting. You must also ensure the information presented in your application accurately reflects your experience.

Closing date: 8th December 2025

All applications must be submitted before the closing date advertised. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications is received.

Interview date(s): To be confirmed

For full details on the role, please download the recruitment pack.

Join an amazing charity that makes a difference for the 110,000 adults and children in the UK with a muscle-wasting condition. This is a role where you can really make a difference.

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, particularly those from underrepresented groups including people from ethnic minority backgrounds, LGBTQ+ individuals, and those with lived experience of conditions we represent. We believe that diversity strengthens our work and helps us better support our beneficiaries.

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Main purpose of role

Main purpose of role The Helpline and Support Officer role sits within the Services and Support Directorate and provides tailored advice and practical support to individuals and families living with muscle wasting and weakening conditions from the point of diagnosis and beyond.

The Helpline and Support Officer will support people to navigate the UK’s Job description health, social care and welfare systems, enabling access to the services, benefits and equipment they are entitled to.

The role also involves informal advocacy, helping service users communicate their needs to overcome barriers; while ensuring they receive high-quality and ongoing support throughout their journey.

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About us:

Muscular Dystrophy UK is the charity bringing individuals, families and professionals together to fight muscle-wasting conditions. We bring together more than 60 rare and very rare progressive muscle-weakening and wasting conditions, affecting around 110,000 children and adults in the UK.

We recently launched our new 10 year strategy to transform the lives of people living with muscle wasting conditions. Our vision is clear, a world without limits for people with muscle wasting conditions, and we won’t stop until we achieve it.

Benefits:

We appreciate the range of skills and experience our staff have to offer. In return for your enthusiasm and commitment we commit to actively developing and supporting you. We also offer a range of benefits including pension, life assurance, discount in high street shops and gym membership, cycle scheme, health cash plan, financial wellbeing and an employee assistance programme.

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Location: Head Office, London SE1 (at least one day a week in Head Office, with flexibility for hybrid and homeworking

Closing date: Tuesday 9th December

Interview dates: 16th and 17th of  December

Please download the job description to see full role responsibilities

Reporting to: Head of Programme and Events
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £27,700 - £33,800 pro rata
Hours: 35 hours per week. Some evening and weekend work will be required.
Location: Charleston in Firle (BN8 6LL) & Charleston in Lewes (BN7 1FB)

Charleston is seeking a creative and results driven Marketing and Communications Manager with a passion for arts and cultural programming to lead the promotion of our events programme and enterprises offer. Working closely with the Head of Programme & Events, the role will plan and deliver end to end marketing campaigns that promote our festivals and events, driving footfall to our yearround programme, cafes and shops.

Duties and responsibilities

• Plan, create, and manage multi-channel marketing campaigns for our year-round festivals and events programme, including digital and offline advertising, press, social media, website, and print, ensuring all event content drives revenue and is promoted consistently across all platforms.
• Plan and deliver marketing initiatives for Charleston’s enterprise offer to grow attendance, sales, and revenue.
• Work with external brands to promote commercial partnerships.
• Ensure community engagement and learning events are supported and promoted, forming an integral part of the wider programme.
• Design and produce marketing materials in line with brand guidelines, including brochures, flyers and posters using Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop. Working with external designers as and when required.
• Responding to operational or crisis communications needs with agility and creativity.
• Conduct and lead on research, surveys and digital analytics to deliver actionable audience insight on the events programme including booking behaviours, competitive positioning and trends.
• Monitor ticket sales and performance metrics in conjunction with the events team to determine ticket pricing.
• Work with the Ticketing and Events Coordinator and other teams to ensure a seamless audience journey through the website, ticketing, and on-site experience.

Press

• Work closely with the PR agency on the planning and delivery of PR campaigns to generate coverage of Charleston’s festivals and year- round programme of events, cultivating existing relationships with local and
• national press.
• Write and distribute press releases for campaigns or announcements.
• Manage press visits across the programme.
• Work with external partners, speakers and sponsors to identify opportunities for cross-promotion.

Collaboration

• Collaborate closely with the Marketing and Communications Manager:
• Exhibitions and Development to optimise cross-promotion opportunities, drive membership across the programme and maximise visitor engagement with Charleston’s offer.
• Share management of Charleston’s website, ensuring it is always up to date, engaging, and reflective of the organisation.
• Manage the communications calendar in collaboration with the Marketing and Communications Manager: Exhibitions and Development.
• With the Events Manager, organise and support photoshoots and film shoots

General duties

• With oversite from the Head of Programme and Events plan and manage budgets and expenditure for marketing campaigns.
• Ensure all data management and communications are compliant with GDPR and the UK Data Protection Act (2018)
• Keep up to date with emerging audience and marketing trends and share insights with colleagues.
• Build and maintain relationships and networks within the cultural sector, particularly across publishing, festivals and live events.
• Work a flexible pattern during our programme when required to help manage content creation, press and photography.
• Carry out other duties that may arise to fulfil the main objectives of the post and the aims of Charleston.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be exhaustive. The job holder will be expected to take on additional tasks when required; these tasks will be in keeping with the general profile of the role.

The Royal Geographical Society (with the Institute of British Geographers) is seeking an Editorial Assistant to support the publication of its academic journals.

Editorial Assistant for RGS-IBG Journals
Department: Research and Higher Education (RHED)
Responsible to: Managing Editor
Location: South Kensington, London – with option for home working.
Hours: 0.4 FTE (Two days per week, with a preference for working on Monday and Tuesday).
Contract: 6 months, fixed-term
Salary: £30,065-£31,740 per annum (pro rata to £12,026-£12,696 per annum)

About Us

The Royal Geographical Society (with the Institute of British Geographers) is the learned society and professional body for geography and geographers. It is also a charity and a membership organisation. The Society was founded in 1830 and has been one of the most active of the learned societies ever since. It was pivotal in establishing geography as a teaching and research discipline in British universities and continues to play a key role in geographical and environmental education.

The Society is a leading world centre for geographical learning – supporting education, teaching, research, professional practice and scientific expeditions, as well as promoting public understanding and enjoyment of geography and providing advice to policymakers.

We work with a wide range of audiences. This includes teachers and pupils in schools, academics and researchers in higher education institutions, professional geographers in the workplace, and researchers and expeditioners in the field, but also members of the public with a curiosity about our world.

About You and the Role

This is an exciting opportunity to develop a greater understanding of the academic peer review and publishing process and provides an excellent opportunity to work with the academic community.

The role is ideally suited to someone with very strong organisational and communication skills and an understanding of and interest in contemporary academic geography.

The Society publishes five peer-reviewed geography journals, four of which are managed by the Society’s Managing Editor: Transactions of the Institute of British Geographers (TIBG), The Geographical Journal, Area, and Geo: Geography and Environment.

This role will provide administrative support for the transition from ScholarOne to Research Exchange screening and review platform.

Key responsibilities

• Screen and process submitted papers and communicate with authors to ensure correct formatting, anonymity, word length, responses to reviewers.
• Screen for AI-generated submissions and references and liaise with Managing Editor toensure papers meet ethical publishing standards for consideration.
• Maintain a record of all submitted papers in an Excel spreadsheet format (already established).
• Screen accepted papers and communicate with authors to ensure corrected files are uploaded for production.
• Send post-publication emails to reviewers and authors.
• Support the Managing Editor in setting up new workflows for Research Exchange.
• Potential for supporting with finding and inviting peer reviewers

Salary and Benefits

This is a part time (0.4 FTE), six month fixed-term post subject to successful completion of a probationary period of six weeks. The salary range for this post is £30,065-£31,740 per annum (pro rata to £12,026-£12,696 per annum) depending on experience and qualifications. This post is based in South Kensington, London, there are options for home working.

There are a range of benefits at the Society which include the following:

• For this role a 14-hour working week with core working hours between 10.00am and 4.00pm.
• Flexible working arrangements with home working possible.
• 25 days annual leave per annum plus public bank holidays for full time staff, pro rata to 10 days per annum.
• Society closure between Christmas and New Year, in addition to the basic annual leave allowance.
• Pension scheme - 3% employee, 7.5% employer.
• Group Life Assurance at four-times basic annual salary.
• Corporate eye care vouchers.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Free 24-hour Employee Assistance helpline with available counselling support.

Applications must be received by 9.30am, 11 December.
Interviews are planned to take place in the week commencing 15 December.

Interested?

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

The Society aims to be an equal opportunities employer. We strongly encourage applicants from those traditionally underrepresented in the geographical discipline.

No agencies please.

At Naomi House & Jacksplace, every partnership helps us bring comfort, expert care and joy to seriously ill children and young adults aged 0-35 years old.  #we support around 600 families each year to access our extensive hospice services, from play therapy, to respite support, to end of life care - but we know more families and young adults need us.

We're on an amibitious journey to Reach More and Do More - and we're looking for a dynamic Senior Fundraiser (Corporate Partnerships) to help lead the way.

This is not just another fundraising role. It's a chance to join us at a time we are shaping the future of corporate giving at the hospices - inspiring businesses to make a real difference, while ensuring every existing partner feels valued, engaged and proud to stand beside us.

As a key member of our passionate fundraising team, you'll co-lead our corporate partnerships strategy - driving both the growth of new, high-value relationships and the nurturing of long-term, transformational partnerships.

You'll blend strategic thinking with hands -on relationship management, working across Hampshire & the IOW, Wilsthire, Dorset, Surrey, Berkshire and West Sussex. From developing innovative proposals to creating inspiring engagement plans, you'll bring creativity, professionalism, and purpose to everything you do.

Our Corporate Partners are varied; they range in size, sector, income and location, but they have one joint thing in common, raising money to help our hospices. You will work with varied stakeholders, from CEO's to Office Administrators, meeting partners face to face to inspire income generation activities and to increase the impact of the partnership.

Yor goal: to maximise corporate income through exceptional stewardship, compelling storytelling, and a shared belief in the power of partnership.

Why join us?

At Naomi House & Jacksplace, you'll find more than a job - you'll find a purpose.  You'll join a supportive, ambitious team that believes in the power of compassion and collaboration.  Every conversation you have, every partnership you nuture, and every pound you raise will help us reach more families and do more life-enhancing work.

Key Responsibilities:   

• To co-lead our corporate partnerships strategy — driving both the growth of new, high-value and transformational relationships and the nurturing of long term, and local partnership.
• To blend strategic thinking with hands-on relationship management, working across Hampshire & the IOW, Wiltshire, Dorset, Surrey, Berkshire and West Sussex. 
• Developing innovative proposals to creating inspiring engagement plans, bringing creativity, professionalism, and purpose to everything you do.
• Working with varied stakeholders, from CEOs to Office Administrators, meeting partners face to face to inspire income generation activities and to increase the impact of the partnership.
• To maximise corporate income through exceptional stewardship, compelling storytelling, and a shared belief in the power of partnership.
• Inspire and grow corporate partnerships — expertly manage and deepen existing relationships while identifying and securing exciting new opportunities.
• To deliver excellent stewardship — ensuring every partner feels recognised, connected, and motivated to increase their impact.
• Lead creative pitches and proposals — develop sponsorship packages and partnership concepts that align with our mission and deliver measurable results.
• Drive strategic new business — network, prospect, and engage with purpose to bring in high-value, long-term supporters.
• Champion collaboration — work with fundraising, events, marketing, and supporter services to ensure every partnership shines and every supporter journey is seamless.
• Monitor and celebrate success — build out reports on progress, measure outcomes, and share achievements that demonstrate the difference we’re making together.

Skills, Experience and Benefits:

• Proven success in corporate, major donor or partnerships fundraising (2+ years preferred) or proven transferable relationship management.
• Exceptional communication skills — confident presenting, pitching, and writing with impact.
• A creative, proactive mindset — always spotting new opportunities and turning ideas into action.
• Experience managing four to five-figure partnerships with skill and care.
• You will be enthusiastic about the power of data, utilising data capture on our CRM to move analytical and data driven decisions to make the most of each new opportunity
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• A desire to work as part of the wider fundraising team to reach ambitious targets.
• The ability to balance strategy and delivery — building for the long-term while achieving immediate and daily results.
• A full driving licence and willingness to travel across the region, working some weekend and evening hours to cover events and key partner’s meetings.
• Membership of the Chartered Institute of Fundraising is desirable.

Salary circa £30,000 p.a. depending on experience.
 
Comprehensive benefits package which includes flexible working options, 28-days holiday, group pension scheme, life assurance, HSF Health cash plan, blue light discount and opportunities for professional development and growth and working in a supportive and collaborative work environment.

Successful applicants will be required to apply for an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly Criminal Records Bureau) and asked to provide satisfactory references covering the last 5 years.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.
 
Naomi House & Jacksplace are an Equal Opportunities employer and committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and strive to support candidates with additional needs during the interview process. If you require any accommodations or adjustments, please let us know, and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible recruitment experience.
 
We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the advertised date once sufficient suitable applications have been received.

Once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. 

Grants and Trusts Manager (Part-Time, Hybrid Considered)
Organisation: Gilgal Birmingham
Hours: 3 days per week (22.5 hours)
Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 FTE (pro rata £21,000 – £24,000 depending on experience)
Location: Birmingham (hybrid and remote options considered)
Closing Date: Monday 15th December

Gilgal Birmingham is a specialist domestic abuse charity providing refuge accommodation and community-based support for women and children at risk of, or experiencing, domestic abuse. We offer emergency refuge spaces and a growing range of outreach services that help women rebuild their lives, access safety, and move towards independence.

We are seeking a Grants and Trusts Manager to secure and manage the funding that enables this vital work. This is a key strategic role leading our grants, trusts, statutory funding and corporate income pipeline, working closely with the CEO and Senior Management Team. You will be responsible for prospect research, high-quality bid writing, reporting, and building strong relationships with funders and partners. This role is ideal for a self-starter who can manage the full fundraising lifecycle and contribute to the growth of a life-changing service.

Key Responsibilities
Strategy and Planning

• Work with the CEO to implement Gilgal’s Fundraising and Income Generation Strategy.

• Develop and maintain a pipeline of funding opportunities from trusts, foundations, statutory bodies, and corporate partners.

• Prepare a rolling income generation plan with timelines and bid targets.

• Support the CEO in identifying opportunities for partnership bids and collaborative tenders.

Grants and Trusts

• Research and identify suitable funding opportunities aligned with Gilgal’s priorities.

• Develop strong, evidence-based funding proposals with clear outcomes and robust budgets.

• Coordinate with service leads and finance staff to ensure accuracy and compliance.

• Manage the full bid lifecycle, from identification through to submission, monitoring, and evaluation.

• Maintain a funding tracker with deadlines, progress updates, and reporting requirements.

Relationship Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with funders, trusts, commissioners, and partners.

• Provide ongoing updates to funders to strengthen long-term partnerships.

• Attend relevant meetings, events, and briefings.

Reporting and Monitoring

• Produce clear, impact-focused reports for funders and stakeholders.

• Work with colleagues to collect and analyse outcomes data to inform bids and reporting.

• Review successful and unsuccessful bids to identify trends and improve future applications.

• Support the CEO and Finance Director in aligning budgets with funder requirements.

• Contribute to regular Funding Overview Reports and Income Generation Plans for the Board.

Corporate and Individual Fundraising Support

• Support the CEO in developing relationships with corporate partners and donors.

• Contribute to wider fundraising initiatives as needed.

Other Responsibilities

• Uphold confidentiality and data protection in line with Gilgal’s policies and the Data Protection Act.

• Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion.

• Contribute to organisational planning, evaluation, and policy development.

• Support a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.

• Undertake other duties reasonably requested by the CEO.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Proven track record in trusts and grants fundraising at a senior level.

• Experience in bid writing and grant management within the charity or public sector.

• Strong understanding of trust, foundation, and statutory funding landscapes.

• Excellent written communication and persuasive writing skills.

• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.

• Financial literacy and ability to prepare project budgets.

• A collaborative, flexible, and motivated approach to work.

Desirable

• Membership of the Chartered Institute of Fundraising or similar.

• Experience using CRM or fundraising databases.

• Experience in the domestic abuse, housing, or social care sectors.

• Experience with corporate fundraising or CSR partnerships.

• Knowledge of impact measurement and theory of change.

• Knowledge of funders in Birmingham/West Midlands and/or with an interest in domestic abuse.

Due to the nature of our work, this post is open to women only and is covered by a Genuine Occupational Requirement (Schedule 9, Equality Act 2010). All appointments are subject to references and a DBS check.