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Interim CEO
6 Months Fixed Term Contract (Maternity Cover)
This post is restricted to women under schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010
Candidate Pack
Dear Candidate,
Thank you for your interest in the role of Interim CEO for Kent Sexual Assault & Abuse Service (KSAAS). This is a 6-month fixed term post to cover maternity leave.
KSAAS (formerly East Kent Rape Crisis Centre) has offered sexual violence services in East Kent since 1993 and we offer ongoing practical support and therapeutic services for survivors who have experienced any form of sexual violence at any time in their lives of in Kent & Medway . KSAAS holds UKAS accreditation through The Survivors Trust and is Professionally Approved By Rape Crisis England & Wales, demonstrating the consistent, high-quality services that we offer to our survivors.
KSAAS operates Independent Sexual Violence Advisors (ISVA) services and joint ISVA and Independent Domestic Violence Advisors (IDVA) services for those experiencing sexual violence alongside domestic abuse. We also offer trauma focused therapeutic counselling services for children, adolescents and adults and these services are accessible through various hubs across Kent & Medway. Peer support groups and family advocacy services are available to support families when there has been an occurrence of sexual abuse experienced by one or more family members and our services are supported and informed by the ‘Kick Back’ group, who are survivors of sexual violence who offer help, support and advice to other survivors and inform our service development. We also have a range of volunteers who support us with various aspects of the service provision.
In addition to providing support and therapeutic services, a key function of the organisation is to robustly challenge the societal values, beliefs and behaviour which contribute to sexual violence, through proactive projects that aim to raise awareness, delivery of information sessions in educational institutions, delivery of NOCN accredited Rape and Sexual Abuse training, ongoing activism, challenging attitudes we encounter as part of our work with survivors, focused campaigns and participation in research focused on sexual violence.
In the last year, we worked with > 6000 survivors in our face-to-face services and specialist sexual violence Helpline service and in April 2026 we extended our provision and scope and have been commissioned to be the main provider of ISVA and Therapeutic Support services across Kent & Medway, funded by the Police & Crime Commissioner.
We are looking for an inspiring, motivated and innovative woman who is driven by feminist values to be the figurehead of our organisation, providing empowering leadership to the team, strategic oversight of the organisation and to ensure an outstanding service for all survivors of sexual violence. Note that this post is restricted to women under Schedule 9, Part 1, of the Equality Act 2010.
Shauna McCusker
Chair of Trustees
Kent Sexual Assault & Abuse Service
Role Details
Salary:
£50,000 (Pro Rata), 0.8 FTE Contract
Base:
Canterbury (Travel to Other Sites Will Be Required)
Contract:
0.8 FTE (30 Hours Per Week): 6 Months Fixed Term Contract On Occasion This Will Include Out Of Hours Meetings
Benefits:
3% Pension Contribution
Employee Discounts Scheme
28 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)
Employee Assistance Programme
Flexible Working Negotiable
Requirements:
Right to work in the UK
An enhanced DBS Check (Carried out through KSAAS) Full UK Driving Licence & Use of Own Car
Responsible To: Chair of Trustees
Main Purpose of The Role
The CEO is the figurehead of KSAAS and has overall responsibility for the management and performance of the service and strategic development and growth of KSAAS in collaboration with the core team, key stakeholders, Board of Trustees and survivors. The overarching duties and responsibilities of the CEO is responsible for the following:
• Strategic feminist leadership of the organisation & staff
• Management of human resources and physical estate
• Direct and manage fundraising & finances
• Act as the primary public representative locally, regionally and nationally.
• Advocate for survivors of sexual assault or abuse and challenge societal attitudes that perpetuate sexual violence
• Line management of management team
• Working collaboratively with the Board of Trustees
At KSAAS, the CEO is supported by the ISVA Service Lead, the Therapeutic Service Lead, the Operations Manager, the Finance Manager and Board of Trustees.
About KSAAS
Kent Sexual Assault & Abuse Service is a feminist organisation that firmly believes that sexual violence against women and girls arises from the patriarchal social structure in our society. We believe this social structure causes and propagates gender inequality and that sexual violence is one tool that is used to control women and girls as part of this social dynamic. We recognise the sexual violence affects people of all genders and provides a safe space for all survivors of sexual violence across Kent & Medway, where they can access the high-quality trauma-informed specialist practical and therapeutic support they need to recover from the impact of sexual violence and rebuild their lives.
Our Vision
KSAAS’s vision is to create a community where everyone is free from all forms of sexual violence and to achieve this within a feminist, equalities and human rights framework. We aim to provide help, hope and healing to all those impacted by sexual violence and cultivate a safe, non-violent community.
Our Mission
It is our mission to:
• Respond to and promote the needs of those who have suffered sexual violence through the empowerment feminist model of work
• Reduce the impact of sexual violence by supporting, educating, informing and advocating for all survivors
• Challenge oppression in all forms
• Challenge societal attitudes that condone and collude with sexual violence
Job Title: Chief Executive Officer Responsible To: Board of Trustees
Main Responsibilities of Post:
Strategic Leadership
• Develop an in-depth understanding of the issues faced by women and girls who are subjected violence and the staff who support them within the service
• Develop an in-depth understanding of local, regional and national agendas regarding sexual violence against women and girls within the service
• Review the aims, vision and mission of the organisation in collaboration with our survivors, staff, board of trustees, business partners & umbrella organisations
• Work collaboratively with the board of trustees, business partners, staff and service users to develop evidence based strategic priorities for the service and a rigorous business plan that addresses key priorities
• Lead, motivate and encourage the KSAAS staff team to provide excellent services in support of the strategic plan
• Be the leading voice of KSAAS locally, regionally and nationally, ensuring that KSAAS and its mission, campaigns, and services are consistently presented in a strong, positive image for the benefit of survivors of sexual assault and abuse.
• Consult widely and draw on expertise within the organisation and externally to KSAAS for the visioning of evidence based and innovative sexual violence services for children, young people and adults across Kent & Medway
Finance and Funding
• Manage the KSAAS fundraising strategy in collaboration with the management team and board of trustees
• Oversee fundraisers to identify, diversify and secure fundraising opportunities to ensure the financial health of the organisation
• Sit on the finance committee to ensure effective financial management and reporting
• Manage relationships with key funders and ensure that all contractual obligations to funders are met
• Provide effective oversight and reporting of the finances and budgets to the board of trustees and funders and ensure the financial sustainability of theorganisation
Partnership and Communication
• Represent the voices of survivors of sexual violence at key strategic meetings
• Ensure effective communication of information from KSAAS to all key internal and external partners
• Develop and broker regional and local partnerships to ensure KSAAS pushes boundaries, maintains excellent working partnerships and ultimately improves services for victims of sexual violence and abuse in Kent
• Promote public awareness about sexual violence through social media and deliver talks and presentations and broadcasts as necessary.
• Keep up to date and informed about local, regional and national agendas, ensuring that KSAAS can respond to trends effectively as they emerge.
• Maintain a high quality collaborative working partnership with Rape Crisis England and Wales and work with other rape crisis centres as necessary.
• To be an effective public speaker with the ability to influence.
Management, Resources and Policy
• Empower staff within the organisation through proactive and inspiring line management processes, catering for diversity through a range of different approaches.
• Develop the leadership team within KSAAS and work collaboratively with them to meet the vision and mission of the service.
• Have overall responsibility for the fair recruitment, management and development of employees and volunteers and the effective management of external contractors and service providers.
• Be the key point of contact for our Human Resources Provider and ensure that all policies and procedures are up to date and appropriately communicated and implemented throughout KSAAS.
• Ensure effective monitoring and evaluation systems are in place that reflect best practice across all aspects of the organisation’s operation enabling review and development ofservices.
Legality and Governance
• Accountable for organisational compliance with general legal obligations, Charity Commission regulations, membership obligations & safeguarding responsibilities.
• Responsible for keeping the Board of Trustees up to date with accurate information to enable them to fulfil their roles.
• Provision of appropriate and timely reports to the Board ofTrustees.
• Responsible for ensuring the health and safety of all staff, volunteers and service users within KSAAS.
• Engage with own line management, supervision, training, personal development & wellbeing, using opportunities provided by KSAAS to do so.
• To carry out any further work that is reasonably in line with thisposition.
To be eligible for this role, you need to evidence the following knowledge, skills and experience, at least in part:
• A successful track record of leadership within an organisation of comparable complexity or across a significant area of work, including strategic, financial and operational planning.
• Experience of successful financial management of a complex budget and oversight of income generation from a variety of sources.
• A track record of successfully managing and leading people who work across a range of sites and an understanding of the challenges faced by staff working with sexual violence survivors
• Ability to think innovatively, take measured risks and manage an organisation and staff through period of significant change
• Experience of developing & maintaining effective networks with local government, statutory and other voluntary organisations.
• Experience of successful partnership working, such as developing and maintaining relationships with a range of organisations and funders.
• Experience at senior level of successful financial management, including responsibility for significant complex budgets.
• Experience of working with a variety of media to successfully promote an organisation or issue.
• An understanding of the gendered nature of sexual violence and abuse, its causes and consequences and commitment to challenging injustice, violence and abuse, stereotyping, prejudice, discrimination and bias in a non-confrontational way, aligned to the values of the organisation.
• Experience of managing support services and a clear understanding of trauma and vicarious trauma and appropriate wellbeing strategies.
• Sound knowledge of the charitable sector and working collaboratively with a Board of Trustees
• An understanding of trauma informed care / service provision and the challenges associated with such services
• Excellent communication skills and experience of communicating complex information in a range of ways to a range of audiences
• Excellent organisational skills and an ability to prioritise and manage competing demands
• Commitment to self-development, self-reflection and personal wellbeing
• Able to travel & work between sites across Kent when needed
• Formal qualifications, such as university level qualifications, professional qualifications, therapeutic qualifications and / or leadership / management / coaching qualifications would be an advantage.
• Able to work independently, in close teams and across services
• Demonstrates resilience, courage and bravery when facing challenges • Demonstrates excellent communication skills and public presentation skills
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
How To Apply
KSAAS values diversity and welcomes applications from people from all sections of the community, especially from minoritised groups. To apply for this role, please email a detailed CV along with a supporting statement to the Chair of Trustees Shauna McCusker. The deadline for applications is midnight on Sunday 3rd May 2026. The supporting statement should demonstrate how you meet the candidate profile and should be no more the 4 A4 pages. All applications will be acknowledged and responded to by 2pm on Mon 4th May 2026 and interviews will take place on Wednesday 6th May 2026 in person in Canterbury (reasonable adjustments can be made on request). If you have any questions or require support with any part of the process, please contact Shauna McCusker. We value every application, thank you for your time, effort and interest. Good luck.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Finance Director is responsible for all aspects of the group's finances (National Federation of Music Societies, trading as Making Music and its trading subsidiary), to ensure accurate and complete recording of all financial transactions, adherence to internal controls and procedures, and timely and effective analysis and reporting to the Chief Executive, Senior Management Team and other budget holders, the Finance & Compliance Committee and the Board of Trustees.
The Finance Director post is an integral part of the charity's senior management team, working closely with the Chief Executive, the Deputy CEO Advocacy and Lobbying and the Marketing Director, setting the strategic direction of the organisation and ensuring it has the financial systems and resources to implement its strategy.
The role line-manages and oversees the work of the Finance Manager who runs the day-to-day financial accounting processes, with the help of two Finance Administrators.
The role also leads on supporting members with finances, e.g. leading Treasurers' events, relevant website resources and responding to finance-related consultations.
The 2.5 days (18.75 hours) per week can be worked flexibly, and at least some of them from home, by agreement with your line manager. We would expect you to spend at least 1 days each week in our London office in Moorgate.
This is a friendly team, and our bright and lively office is located in one of the buzziest areas of London, with excellent transport links and nice places to spend your lunchtimes or meet friends after work.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are looking for a creative and passionate person to be responsibile for securing financial support to sustain and grow the Charity's work. A priority is to lead a £3M campaign for a new building.
Background
The history of our Charity stretches back over 230 years to the foundation of a school for the blind by Edward Rushton. Since 1898 the school has been based in Wavertree and in 2016 Rushton Futures opened alongside the school, providing a service for young adults aged 19+ with complex needs.
About the Rushton Centre Project
The Development Manager's primary work in the initial phase of the role will be to direct a fundraising campaign for the new Rushton Centre. The Centre is being designed to meet the changing needs of the Charity. As well as a hydrotherapy pool, we want to open a cafe which will give young people with additional needs opportunity for work, and we want to create additional spaces. The Centre will cost an estimated £4M. The Trustees are in a position to contribute £1M from reserves, but the Development Manager will play a crucial role in designing and implementing a fundraising strategy for the remaining funds.
Key Tasks
1. Develop and implement fundraising strategies and campaigns to meet organisational goals and ensure financial sustainability.
2. Identify and cultivate relationships with potential donors, sponsors, and foundations, including individuals, corporations, and community organisations.
3. Research and pursue grants and trusts applications, managing the process from start to finish.
4. Coordinate and oversee current charitable donations and legacies.
5. Work with colleagues at the Charity to identify funding priorities; liaise with key post-holders, including the Finance Manager, to meet audit and compliance requirements.
6. Organize fundraising events and initiatives, such as galas, charity drives, and online campaigns, to generate donations and increase public awareness.
7. Manage donor databases and maintain accurate records of contributions, sponsorships, and communications.
8. Take a supporter-centred approach in all your work, building strong, respectful relationships with donors.
9. Communicate the organization’s mission and impact to donors, stakeholders, and the public through presentations, newsletters, and promotional materials.
10. Be responsible for managing and promoting our fundraising profile through social media and other online presence.
11. Monitor and evaluate fundraising campaigns to assess effectiveness and inform future strategies.
This post is not exhaustive of the above responsibilities. For full roles and responsibilities, please contact our HR Team for an application pack.
Job details, benefits and application process
Hours: Full time (37 hours per week)
Location: Hybrid. Based in Wavertree and Remote.
Pay: £35K - £40K, depending on experience
Benefits:
Please note we do not accept CVs. To apply for this post, please complete the application form and return to our HR Team by 9am on Tuesday 5th May. Interviews will be on Tuesday 19th May.
This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check.
We are here to support and meet the needs of children and young people with a vision impairment, sensory and other additional needs.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Living Wage Foundation is seeking an experienced and driven Senior Media and Communications Manager to join our team for a 12-month contract. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly organised and proactive communications professional with a strong background in media relations, public messaging, and team leadership. The ideal candidate will be experienced and confident in working to tight deadlines, responding to last-minute changes, and prioritising competing demands in a high-profile environment. They will be motivated to amplify the Living Wage Foundation’s mission of tackling low pay and insecure work.
The postholder will lead all media, messaging, and external affairs work, developing and implementing a proactive media strategy that supports our mission and key campaigns, such as Living Wage Week and the annual Rates announcement. As a skilled media professional, you will oversee all communications outputs, ensuring consistency and strategic alignment, while delivering media training and refining key messaging to maximise reach and impact.
In this role, you will be instrumental in advancing our political engagement efforts, building cross-party support and working with political leaders, mayoral teams, and other key stakeholders to promote our initiatives. You’ll manage two direct reports (Events Manager and Media Manager) who each hold line management responsibilities, and you will play a critical role within our Senior Management Team, collaborating closely with the Head of Communications to shape the overall direction of our communications work. This role will work closely with Citizens UK colleagues, including the Citizens UK communications team on cross-organisational priorities. You will report to the Head of Communications.
As a senior leader, you will be responsible for managing and allocating part of the communications team budget, expanding team capacity, and driving the team’s effectiveness. In collaboration with other senior managers, you will help foster a culture that values creativity, innovation, and strategic impact.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Purpose of the job
As Major Donor Manager, you will support the delivery of UK Youth's major donor programme, cultivating high-value, long-term relationships with high-net-worth (HNW) individuals in support of UK Youth's mission and vision. You will build and manage a pipeline of major donors and prospects, working towards income targets that grow year on year, and play a critical role in securing unrestricted funding, programme funding and transformational capital investment.
This role requires a strategic, relationship-led approach and a deep understanding of major gift fundraising. You will work closely with senior leadership to ensure credibility, effective stewardship and meaningful donor engagement. The Major Donor programme prioritises depth of relationship and long-term value over short-term income targets, and you will be instrumental in embedding this culture across the organisation.
The role sits within the strongly performing and highly motivated Fundraising department, including events, corporate, trust and foundation fundraising.
Why work at UK Youth?
Every young person deserves a youth worker. UK Youth exists to make that a reality. As the UK’s infrastructure body for youth work, we support a network of thousands of youth organisations to improve young lives every day. At the same time, we are transforming the policies, investment, and ideas needed to future-proof youth work for generations to come.
UK Youth exists to widen the reach and deepen the impact of youth work and outdoor learning. By joining UK Youth, you can help create a society that backs young people – through each spark, struggle and success.
Key responsibilities
Major Donor Fundraising and Pipeline Development
Cultivation, Stewardship and Events
Capital Appeal Support – Avon Tyrrell
Communications and Engagement
Strategy and Performance
Experience we're after
Proven experience in major donor fundraising, with a track record of cultivating and securing five or six figure gifts from HNW individuals.
Experience of building and managing a major donor pipeline from prospect identification through to solicitation and stewardship.
Experience of senior stakeholder management, including working with CEOs, trustees and senior volunteers.
Experience of managing a diverse workload with multiple deadlines, stakeholders and deliverables.
Experience of thinking strategically and developing compelling fundraising propositions aligned to organisational priorities.
Experience of delivering cultivation and stewardship events for major donors.
What we can offer you
We offer a competitive range of benefits, good work/life balance, excellent learning and development opportunities and vibrant organisational culture:
Flexible/Agile Working
27 days annual leave (24 days + 3 days winter closure) plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time employees)
Funded training provided in; Safeguarding, GDPR, Information and Cyber Security & Equality & Diversity
Other training available in support of your personal and professional development
Pension scheme (currently UK Youth match employee contributions up to 5%)
Membership of our life insurance scheme which would pay-out up to 4 times your salary
Employee Assistance Programme to support employees both professionally and personally
20% discount off bookings at Avon Tyrrell, our New Forest Outdoor Centre, including camping, lodges and outdoor activities.
IT equipment provided for the duration of contract
CycleScheme and TechScheme
How to apply
If you would like to be considered for this fantastic opportunity, please complete an application via our completely anonymised recruitment system provided by Applied which looks to create a fair and unbiased application process for all. Scroll to the top of the page and start your application.
Closing date: 29th April 2026 at 23:59 (midnight)
Provisional Interview Dates: TBC
As this role involves working in a regulated environment with young people, any offer will be conditional to satisfactory background checks, which include criminal record check and employment reference.
UK Youth is a leading charity with a vision that all young people are equipped to thrive and empowered to contribute at every stage of their lives.
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!
A fantastic opportunity has arisen with the European Association for Cancer Research (EACR) for a Deputy Finance Manager. The role is on a part-time (0.8 FTE), fixed term contract basis until April 2027 with a clear and genuine succession opportunity.
As Deputy Finance Manager, you will support the effective operation and development of the EACR’s finance function during a planned leadership transition, following the implementation of a new finance system and ahead of the retirement of the current Finance Manager.
Please note, hybrid working is in place with this organisation with every Wednesday required in the office.
Please note, the stated salary is the full-time equivalent.
As Deputy Finance Manager, you will:
- Support the bedding-in, optimisation, and documentation of the new finance system (Iplicit) and associated processes
- Act as deputy to the Finance Manager, providing cover and continuity as required, as well as providing supervisory support and mentoring to the Finance Officer as appropriate
- Support the preparation and review of management accounts and in-year and long-range forecasts for the CEO and Board
- Meet the EACR’s VAT compliance obligations across multiple registrations and jurisdictions, with the support of the existing Finance Manager
- Assist with audit preparation and liaison with auditors for the 2026 year-end
The successful applicant will:
- Have demonstrable experience within finance, ideally with charities, membership organisations, or complex not-for-profit environments, in a similar role
- Be AAT Level 4 qualified (or equivalent) and ideally studying towards qualification such as ACCA, CIMA or equivalent
- Have experience supporting external audit processes and responding to audit queries
- Have strong technical accounting skills, including VAT compliance
- Have hands on experience of working with complex finance systems and processes
- Have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
If this sounds like you and you're keen to hear more, please do get in touch ASAP!
Please note, only successful applicants will be contacted with further information.
As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.
Citizens Advice Surrey Heath (CA-SH) is an independent local charity and a company limited by guarantee.
We provide free, confidential, impartial, and independent advice and information for the benefit of the local community, to exercise a responsible influence on the development of social policies and to ensure individuals do not suffer through lack of knowledge or an inability to express their needs effectively.
The Role
Reporting to the Chair of the Trustee Board, the Chief Officer
● Is responsible to the Trustee Board for the management and leadership of Citizens Advice Surrey Heath.
● Represents Citizens Advice Surrey Heath to funders, partners and stakeholders.
● Ensures the delivery of a high quality, impartial and confidential service, utilising both paid staff and volunteers.
● Is responsible for the continuing funding, planning and financial management of the service.
● Represents the organisation in Surrey Heath and contributes to the overall provision of strategic advice services in the borough.
In particular, the priorities for the Chief Officer in 2026 will be to
● Manage CA-SH’s external relationships, with our funders and the Surrey Heath community generally, to ensure satisfaction with the delivery of current projects.
● Build on the current income base, in terms of increased existing project budgets, new projects, and diversifying the income base.
● Explore opportunities to potentially integrate with other local Citizens Advice in Surrey to ensure long-term sustainability and strengthen our impact, in line with the new Unitary Authority structure.
The role requires working closely with the Operations Manager, who will be responsible for staff, volunteers, and, generally, the internal CA-SH operation.
Person specification
Essential
1. Understanding of the voluntary sector and, in particular, knowledge of the strategic and policy environment in which the advice sector, and particularly Citizens Advice operates.
2. Proven ability to devise and implement strategic development and resource plans, particularly in the area of service development, staff development and the management of change.
3. Demonstrable track record of successful income generation and diversification, through promoting services, fundraising, and other activities.
4. Proven track record of devising funded projects, setting them up for delivery and delivering them against agreed targets.
5. Proven ability to lead, motivate and contribute to a team.
6. Demonstrable track record of financial management and budgetary control.
7. Effective communication and presentation skills in person and in writing, to include researching and interpreting complex information and producing clear verbal and written reports, both internally and externally.
8. Proven ability to earn and maintain the trust of stakeholders.
9. Track record in project management.
Desirable
1. Understanding of, and commitment to, Citizens Advice aims, principles and policies.
2. Broad understanding of the operation of local and national government, and the administration of public and legal services, including an understanding of commissioning.
3. Demonstrable ability in people management, particularly in the voluntary sector.
4. Ability to create a positive working environment in which equity and diversity are well managed, and staff are empowered and motivated to do their best.
5. Ability to communicate and work well with a governing body.
6. Track record of managing ICT in a working environment, including ICT business planning, managing information and supplier relations.
Staff Benefits
● 6% Employer Pension Contribution
● A company that is committed to its employees, valuing their knowledge, creativity, and flexibility
● Flexible, hybrid working
● Free parking
● Ongoing personal training and development
● The chance to work with amazing people and a nationally recognised charity.
Friends of the Dales is seeking an outstanding Executive Director to lead our next chapter. We are an independent, dynamic and resilient charity working to protect and enhance the special landscapes, biodiversity and cultural heritage of the Yorkshire Dales, while supporting the wellbeing of local communities and encouraging people from all backgrounds to value, enjoy and protect this remarkable place.
This is an exciting opportunity for a values-driven leader to build on our strong reputation, recent strategic review and ambitious campaigning work. We are looking for someone who can combine strategic vision with hands-on leadership, bringing energy, credibility and expertise to a charity with a proud history and a growing future.
About Friends of the Dales
Friends of the Dales is an independent membership and campaigning charity dedicated to the Yorkshire Dales. We campaign on issues including nature recovery, wildlife, farming, access, housing, transport, climate resilience, landscape management and sustainable rural communities.
Founded in 1981, we are known for our critical and supportive local voice and our collaborative approach to campaigning and influencing policy. We work with partner organisations, local communities, trustees, volunteers and supporters to protect and improve the Dales for future generations.
We also work with the network of National Park Societies and Campaign for National Parks, and we have a strong commitment to widening diversity and inclusion across our charity and the communities we serve.
The Role
The Executive Director will provide strategic leadership, operational management and external representation for the charity. Reporting to the Chair of Trustees, you will be responsible for delivering the Board’s strategic direction and business plan, growing the supporter base, strengthening financial resilience and ensuring our campaigning remains impactful and aligned with our mission and values.
This is a varied and influential role requiring a confident, collaborative and hands-on leader who can balance strategic oversight with day-to-day delivery. You will work closely with trustees, staff, volunteers, members, supporters and external partners to help shape the future of the charity.
What We’re Looking For
We are seeking a candidate with:
● Senior leadership experience or aligned and transferable experience and skills in a charity, membership organisation or similar environment.
● Direct experience or transferable experience of campaigning, influencing, advocacy or policy work.
● Strong organisational leadership and operational management skills.
● Knowledge and experience of fundraising, membership growth, partnership working and charity operations.
● The ability to inspire staff, trustees, volunteers, members and supporters.
● A values-driven approach and a strong understanding of, or connection to, the Yorkshire Dales and the issues affecting it.
Experience in a similar setting may be transferable, and we welcome candidates who can demonstrate the skills, insight and leadership needed to succeed in the role.
Working Arrangements
This is a permanent role, offered as either:
● Part-time: 4 days per week, or.
● Full-time: 37 hours per week.
The salary is £50,000 per annum FTE, with part-time hours paid pro rata.
The role is based at Canal Wharf, Eshton Road, Gargrave, BD23 3PN, with some flexibility around working hours and location by agreement. Regular travel across the Yorkshire Dales and occasional evening and weekend working will be required. Ideally, the successful candidate will live in, or within approximately 30 miles of, the perimeter of the Yorkshire Dales.
We offer:
● 22 days annual leave, rising to 27 days after five years’ service, plus English bank holidays, pro rata for part-time hours.
● Additional paid leave over the Christmas and New Year office closure.
● An enhanced employer pension contribution of 5% via NEST.
Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK, as we are unable to offer sponsorship.
How to Apply
To apply please read the full candidate briefing - available on the Friends of the Dales website - and submit:
● A current CV, including any gaps in employment.
● A supporting statement of no more than 2,000 words, explaining why you wish to apply and how you meet the criteria in the person specification.
● Details of two referees, including one from your current or most recent senior leadership role, with confirmation that you are happy for us to contact them if shortlisted.
● Any dates when you may be unavailable or difficult to contact.
● Any adjustments or accommodations you may require at the interview or presentation stage.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a one-day selection event in the Yorkshire Dales, including a short presentation and panel interview. Full details of the presentation topic and interview questions will be shared in advance.
Recruitment Timetable
● Monday 18 May 2026, 5pm: Closing date.
● Week commencing 25 May 2026: Review of applications and shortlisting.
● Week commencing 15 June 2026: Shortlisted candidates invited to the Yorkshire Dales selection day.
● Week commencing 29 June 2026: Candidates informed of outcome.
Equal Opportunities
Friends of the Dales is committed to building a workforce that reflects the community it serves. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and all sections of the community, and we will respect the privacy of any initial approach or expression of interest, whether formal or informal.
Informal Discussion
For an informal and confidential conversation about the role, please contact Jonathan Riley, Chair of Trustees after reviewing the appointment brief.
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!
Part-Time Finance Manager (22.5 hours per week) – £25,062.60 pa (FTE £41,771) - Salford – Hybrid
Our client is a dedicated charity based in Salford and are looking to expand their finance team by recruiting to the new post of Finance Manager. The postholder will lead the finance function, ensuring that robust financial systems, processes and controls are in place to safeguard the organisation and enable informed decision-making.
They will provide high-quality financial insight, maintain the integrity of financial information, and oversee the delivery of accurate and compliant financial operations—including payroll, management reporting and audit preparation.
The Role :
The role is offered on a part-time basis (22.5hours per week) and days and hours can be flexible but must include a full day on a Monday.
Benefits :
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Using Anonymous Recruitment
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Prostate Progress is Prostate Cancer Research’s flagship digital data programme, supporting prostate cancer research, service improvement, and clinical trial recruitment using patient-reported outcomes and NHS clinical data.
This role will provide senior-level project management and delivery coordination across the Prostate Progress programme. The postholder will be responsible for organising, tracking, and supporting delivery across multiple workstreams, ensuring strong governance, clear documentation, and effective coordination between internal teams and external partners.
Working closely with the Director of Patient Projects & Influencing, the role will help ensure day-to-day delivery runs smoothly and predictably, enabling senior leadership to focus on strategy and long-term programme development.
Responsibilities
Programme & project management
NHS data linkage & data onboarding
Regional coordination & expansion support
Governance & secretariat support
Internal communication
Skills and Competencies
Essential
· Proven experience in project management or delivery coordination within digital, data, health, or research environments.
· Strong organisational and planning skills, with experience managing complex workplans.
· Experience supporting governance processes and senior stakeholder meetings.
· Ability to work across multiple workstreams and coordinate diverse stakeholders.
· Confidence tracking risks, actions, and dependencies.
Desirable
How To Apply
Please apply by submitting your CV and a short supporting statement (maximum 500 words). In the statement, focus on why you would like the role, and give 2-3 examples of your achievements or things you have learned which directly map on to the requirements of this role. Your insights and previous experience may be drawn from both professional and voluntary contexts depending on which you feel better represents your authentic self and your suitability for the role.
There will be a two-stage interview process. The first interview will be online, and the second will be an in-person interview at our offices in London.
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PCR is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.
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Services Development Manager (Wellbeing)
Salary: £47,681 – £50,190 per annum
Hours: Full time – 37.5 hours per week
Workplace: Leicester based LE3 1UT with hybrid working
N.B. UK Driving Licence essential for this role
About us
The RAF (Royal Air Forces) Association has a clear objective: to help sustain a resilient and empowered RAF community. Through our sector-leading welfare and wellbeing services, we offer a wide range of support to serving personnel, veterans and their families. With thousands of members and supporters across the UK and further afield, plus hundreds of dedicated employees and volunteers, we have the network and experience needed for a personal one-to-one approach. We work together to make sure no one is ever left behind.
About the role
The Association strives to deliver well-evidenced, effective and continually improved welfare and wellbeing services which achieve maximum reach and impact throughout the RAF community. The Services Development Manager will provide strategic leadership for the design, development implementation and enhancement of a portfolio of innovative welfare and wellbeing services.
This is a newly created position where the postholder will lead the dedicated development team, setting a clear vision and direction, fostering a culture of cocreation and coproduction to ensure that the voice and lived experience of the RAF community inform all stages of design and implementation. Primary responsibilities include;
About you
We need you to hold a degree or have relevant specialist experience in the wellbeing sector. Its crucial that you are highly skilled in shaping service development strategies and leading the design, development and delivery of products and services. An innovative and influential individual will thrive in this role guiding cross functional teams and influencing decision making. Previous line management is essential as you will be leading, coaching and developing high performing teams to deliver impactful high-quality projects. Financial acumen is required to develop financial business proposals and managing a budget. A UK driving licence is essential for this role as you will be an Ambassador for the Association and may have to travel to events, meetings and workshops occasionally.
Benefits include:
Want to join us?
You may find it helpful to have a look at our website and social media to find out more about who we are and what we do. To make your application really stand out it is highly recommended that you read the full role profile and person specification, please take some time to include a cover letter to tell us how your skills and experience align with our role profile and person specification. Relevant supporting cover letters lead to a better chance of shortlisting for interview.
Closing Date: 8am Thursday 7 May
Interview Date: Tuesday 21 May
N.B. We may close this advert early so please do not delay in applying, we’d love to hear from you!
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 RAF Association is a Disability Confident Employer. Please let us know if you require any assistance with the application process.
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK as we are unable to enter into sponsorship agreements.
No agencies please.
Wellbeing Delivery Manager
Salary: £47,681 – £50,190 per annum
Hours: Full time – 37.5 hours per week
Workplace: Leicester based LE3 1UT, with hybrid working
N.B. UK Driving Licence essential for this role
About us
The RAF (Royal Air Forces) Association has a clear objective: to help sustain a resilient and empowered RAF community. Through our sector-leading welfare and wellbeing services, we offer a wide range of support to serving personnel, veterans and their families. With thousands of members and supporters across the UK and further afield, plus hundreds of dedicated employees and volunteers, we have the network and experience needed for a personal one-to-one approach. We work together to make sure no one is ever left behind.
About the role
The Wellbeing Delivery Manager (WDM) is a newly created role and will provide strategic leadership and operational oversight over a diverse and expanding portfolio of wellbeing services, ensuring the organisation delivers meaningful and measurable impact for members, branches, volunteers and beneficiaries.
This senior role is accountable for the end‑to‑end delivery, prioritisation, optimisation and governance of wellbeing products and services and for driving continuous improvement across the programme. The WDM will lead and develop a multidisciplinary team, ensuring high standards of delivery and strong collaboration with internal colleagues, partners and external stakeholders.
The role will work proactively across the organisation to ensure services are evidence‑based, resilient, scalable and effectively promoted across the branch network and the RAF community. The WDM holds responsibility for performance management, KPI reporting and budget management and will use insight, evaluation and user feedback to shape service roadmaps and lifecycle planning. The role is busy and varied and will;
About you
It is essential that you can demonstrate proven leadership and management experience overseeing the implementation, delivery, growth and management of wellbeing services and initiatives. Educated to degree level or with equivalent relevant professional experience in the wellbeing services field, you will have experience of change management and a passion to introduce new systems and procedures to improve project delivery. Resourceful, innovative and self-motivated, you will have the ability to lead your team to deliver impactful results against challenging targets. Experience of managing budgets, KPI reporting and using data is essential for this role. As an Ambassador of the Association, you will be hands-on facilitating and presenting at meetings, events and strategic sessions to a wide variety of stakeholders.
Benefits include:
Want to join us?
You may find it helpful to have a look at our website and social media to find out more about who we are and what we do. To make your application really stand out it is highly recommended that you read the full role profile and person specification, please take some time to include a cover letter to tell us how your skills and experience align with our role profile and person specification. Relevant supporting cover letters lead to a better chance of shortlisting for interview.
Closing Date: 8am Thursday 7 May
Interview Date: Tuesday 21 May
N.B. We may close this advert early so please do not delay in applying, we’d love to hear from you!
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 RAF Association is a Disability Confident Employer. Please let us know if you require any assistance with the application process.
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK as we are unable to enter into sponsorship agreements.
No agencies please.
Project Manager (Somerset Peatland Partnership)
Salary: £29,870 - £38,110 per annum
Contract type: Permanent
Working hours: Full time
Location: Callow Rock, Shipham Gorge, Cheddar BS27 3DQ (Opportunity for Hybrid Working).
Are you deeply knowledgeable about Somerset’s habitats, communities, peatland environments and wildlife, with the ability to turn that local understanding into impactful nature‑recovery projects? Are you an experienced project manager who can lead funding, partnerships and delivery to protect and restore peatlands for people, wildlife and the climate?
We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the development, funding, and delivery of nature recovery projects across Somerset, with a primary focus on the Somerset Peatland Partnership during the first two years of the role.
In this role, you will:
We are looking for someone with proven project management experience, strong financial and organisational skills, and the ability to work collaboratively across multiple stakeholders. Knowledge of conservation, land management, or environmental projects would be particularly valuable.
About Us
Somerset Wildlife Trust is a local independent charity and the only organisation uniquely focused on improving the natural environment of Somerset for the benefit of wildlife and people. We champion Somerset’s stunning, diverse, and important natural environment, making the case for nature to the public and politicians. We protect wildlife and lead the recovery of the environment by example, including on our nature reserves.
We offer some fantastic benefits including:
The opportunity to make a real and positive difference to nature, communities and the climate
Closing date: Thursday 14 May 2026
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.
Somerset Wildlife Trust has an Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Plan and is committed to continuing to improve the equality, diversity and inclusion of every aspect of our work; we know we need to engage with everyone to live our Values and achieve our goals. We welcome applications from everyone and are happy to discuss any accommodations or arrangements that would make the recruitment process better for you, and the working environment should you be employed.
No agencies please.
A rare opportunity has arisen to join The Place, a global leader in contemporary dance, as Chief Financial Officer at a pivotal moment of growth, investment and strategic transformation.
The Place champions creativity, innovation and inclusivity through dance. From world-class touring programmes and the training of exceptional artists at the renowned London Contemporary Dance School, to extensive outreach initiatives and accessible community classes, As the organisation approaches its 60th anniversary, this is an exciting time to join during a period of ambitious growth and transformation.
Reporting to and working closely with the Chief Executive, Clare Connor, the CFO will play a pivotal leadership role within the organisation. You will lead the Finance, HR and Operations teams, acting as a key strategic partner to the senior leadership team.
This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of The Place, contributing to major strategic initiatives including capital development and expansion projects.
Key Responsibilities:
About You
You will be a:
You will have an interest in the creative industries and the mission of The Place. Experience or exposure to the charity, arts, culture or higher education sectors is advantageous but not essential
Candidates stepping up into their first CFO role are strongly encouraged to apply.
Benefits
Salary: £90,000 - £95,000 per annum
Annual Leave: 25 days + 8 bank holidays
Ivy Rock Partners has been exclusively retained to manage this appointment. For a confidential discussion about the role and opportunity, please contact Holly Arrowsmith at Ivy Rock Partners.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Carers First is a charity that works directly with, and for unpaid carers, providing personalised information, advice and tailored support making it easier for those caring for someone else to continue living their lives to the fullest.
We have a committed, dedicated staff team and you could be just the person we are looking for to join us to make that valuable difference in carer’s lives. We live and work through our values in all that we achieve by being positive, collaborative and ambitious and we have clear plans to scale our reach, support and impact for carers.
About this role
As a Team Lead your responsibilities would include:
About you
To be successful in this role you will need:
We are looking for passionate people who are committed to the overall aims and objectives of the Charity. Carers First is committed to providing a supportive, vibrant, diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
Carers First Can Offer You
In return for your contribution, we have an amazing package of staff benefits including 26 days annual leave entitlement which increases with length of service, flexible working options, paid carers leave, access to our work-place pension, staff discount scheme, employee assistance programme and a Benenden Healthcare package.
Whatever you are aiming to achieve in your career, we are here to encourage, help and support you grow, through our excellent training and development programmes.
How to apply
To apply for our exciting opportunity and make a real difference to the lives of carers, please download our Candidate Pack and click on the ‘Apply Now’ button to begin your application.
Applications can only be assessed if they clearly state how you meet each of the requirements in the Personal Specification.
Appointments are subject to Carers First receiving an appropriate disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service that we consider acceptable.
Interview Process
Following shortlisting, successful candidates will be contacted directly and invited to interview - Date to be confirmed.
Carers First is an Equal Opportunities Employer
Positive Collaborative Ambitious
Our new three-year strategy will enable us to grow our work to reach and support significantly more carers delivering innovative programmes of support
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.