Office support jobs in ashtead, surrey

Salary: £46,000

Contract type: Permanent

Location: UK (minimum 2 days a week in our London office for a full time role)

Work pattern: Full-time (flexible options including part time considered)

Reporting to: Chief Impact Officer

Deadline: Midnight Friday 30th May

Please send anonymised CV and cover letter, ensuring any identifiable information—such as your name, phone number, email address, photos, or other personal details—is removed.

Your covering letter should outline:

● Your motivations for applying to Mission 44

● How this role fits into your career plans

● Experience (professional, voluntary or lived) that makes you a great fit for this role in line with our values and the criteria outlined in this job description.

About the Role

In this newly created role, you will help us achieve maximum impact on a global scale. This role will help us on our journey to become a highly transparent, accountable and progressive foundation. You will focus on:

● Making improvements to our grantmaking by reflecting on our progress so far and ensuring equity is embedded at all stages of the grantmaking cycle

● Developing and delivering our Funder Plus offer, ensuring Mission 44 offers more than just financial benefits to our partners

● Improving how we collect and use our impact data, helping us to build a culture of learning and are able to evidence the change we’re making as a global foundation

We’re looking for someone who is continuously learning and striving to make things better; a proactive and creative problem-solver; someone who enjoys bringing new ideas to life through detailed planning and an ability to create simple systems and processes for others to follow. We hope you’ll join us and become a part of our dedicated team, where you can utilize your expertise to drive meaningful impact in the philanthropic world.

Roles and Responsibilities

Grant Operations (55%)

• Lead on the implementation of a recent grantmaking review, conducted by the Impact Team, including revision of key grant templates and processes: due diligence, proposal development, assessment rubric, recommendation reports, reporting, partner surveys and grant exit. 
• Lead on the summary of progress towards our grantmaking KPIs, providing detailed reports and recommendations for the SLT, Impact Committee and Trustees on a quarterly basis.
• Lead on the management and development of our Impact Committee, a formal governance body overseeing our grantmaking and impact, comprising 4 Youth Advisory Board members and 4 Trustees.
• Ensure that the Youth Advisory Board has sufficient opportunity to feed into (and shape) activities of the impact team, by collaborating with the Senior Youth Participation Manager
• Support the development and implementation of our new CRM system, ensuring data is captured by Partnership Managers and kept up to date.
• Support the Impact team to identify potential grant applicants by researching organisations in fields and geographies of interest to Mission 44, networking and attending relevant events
• Support Partnership Managers as they lead the day-to-day grant assessment and relationship management with our partners. Support the Impact team to maintain relationships and regular communication with our grantees, including site visits and attendance at partners’ events.

Funder Plus (20%)

• Work with the Impact Team to implement (and continually improve) our Funder Plus programme, ready for delivery in 2026/27 - with input and consultation from a range of internal and external stakeholders
• Meanwhile in 2025/26, support the Partnership Managers in their aim to provide additional support beyond financial grants which help our grantees to build their capacity, leadership potential and resilience - this is likely to involve regular communication with the fundraising team and liaison with our major corporate partners

Research, Learning and Evaluation (15%)

• Lead on the data collection and impact reporting processes which have been developed to capture learning, evidence and impact data from our programmatic work. 
• Support our partnership managers to use the data collection and impact reporting processes, ensuring we’re able to collect and analyse key impact data on a regular basis
• Work with our Head of  Strategy and Learning and colleagues in the Impact team to help us clearly and confidently articulate the difference we’re making as a foundation. 
• Identify opportunities to improve the systems and processes we use to generate appropriate impact data, research, case studies and evidence of our impact 
• Identify opportunities to collate and share learning across the Mission 44 team, to influence and inform our future grant-making and organisational strategy
• Build and maintain strong relationships with a range of peer grantmakers, charities, and other external stakeholders within the philanthropic sector, identifying opportunities for Mission 44 to share our learning externally, where appropriate.

Fundraising and Communications (10%)

• Support fundraising efforts by providing data and case studies to include in fundraising proposals and grant reports
• Support engagement between our partners and our donors, by facilitating the delivery of skills-based volunteering activities

About You 

Skills and experience

Essential

• Experience of working with a grantmaking organisation, as a researcher and/or grant-maker 
• Experience developing new/improved grantmaking systems and processes, and supporting the successful implementation of these processes within your organisation
• Strong project management skills 
• Experience of using grant management and/or database systems eg Salesforce or other CRM systems
• Experience of managing complex partnerships or contracts
• Proven experience of building and maintaining relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders
• Proven experience of analysing information to inform your judgement
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines

Desirable

• Experience working in the non-profit, education, youth employment or youth sector
• Experience working outside of the UK, in the one or more of Mission 44’s geographies: US, Brazil and Italy
• Understanding of participatory grantmaking models and approaches

Personal Qualities 

• Passionate about supporting and empowering young people to thrive and succeed 
• Flexible and creative; a strategic mind and a proactive self-starter
• Humility, tact, maturity, and a strong personal commitment to learning and improvement
• Possesses cultural sensitivity to work respectfully and effectively in different settings
• Highly collaborative, adept at building and maintaining relationships with a wide range of stakeholders
• Ability to work independently as part of a global team and being self-motivated

Benefits

• Enjoy 28 days annual leave, plus a day for your birthday
• Use our cycle-to-work scheme and free gym access
• Save for retirement with our generous pension package
• We finish every Friday at noon in August
• Optional health insurance and access to an EAP
• Professional development budget of £1k
• Unlimited volunteering leave, as agreed with your manager
• Wellbeing allowance to spend in whatever way works for you
• Competitive parental leave package

UK Feminista is recruiting for a Director.

Hours: full-time, 35 hours per week
Salary: £53,130 per annum
Location: Flexible (home working, based in our coworking space in London or hybrid). Regular office attendance required (minimum once a week). 

Role Overview

The Director of UK Feminista plays a pivotal role in driving forward the organisation’s mission to advance sex equality through strategic leadership, operational oversight, and external advocacy. They are responsible for shaping and delivering UK Feminista’s long term vision, ensuring that its work remains bold, effective, and rooted in feminist principles. Working closely with the Board of Directors, the Director leads the organisation’s strategic planning processes, oversees programme delivery, and ensures compliance with all legal and regulatory responsibilities.

The role requires strong financial stewardship and a proactive approach to income generation, including fundraising from trusts, foundations, and supporters. The Director also manages a small staff team, fostering an inclusive and empowering organisational culture. As a visible leader and public representative, the Director builds relationships with stakeholders across civil society, education, media, and politics to maximise the organisation’s influence and impact. This is a unique opportunity to lead a dynamic organisation that challenges systemic inequality across the UK.

2. Application process

Documents

Please apply via CharityJob, including your CV, covering letter, and Recruitment Monitoring Form.

The covering letter should include answers to the following:

• Tell us about your background and experience
• Why are you interested in the role and how do you meet the requirements?
• What is your approach to feminist campaigning? 

The Recruitment Monitoring Form is available to download from the UK Feminista website. This will not be viewed in conjunction with the application.

A copy of UK Feminista’s HR Privacy Notice can be provided upon request.

We are committed to increasing diversity in our team and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants from underrepresented groups who meet the essential criteria for the role. If you wish to be considered under this scheme, please indicate this in your application.

Deadline and key dates

The deadline for applications is 9am Saturday 10th May 2025. Late applications will not be accepted.

Applicants must be available to attend a face-to-face interview in London week commencing 19th May 2025. This will include a short task about which you will receive information when offered an interview. 

Candidates shortlisted for interview will be notified by Tuesday 13th May 2025. If you have not heard from us by that time your application has been unsuccessful. 

3.  About UK Feminista

UK Feminista is a feminist campaigning organisation working for a society in which women and girls live free from sexism and violence. We campaign for systemic change so that women can enjoy their rights as enshrined in the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women. We exist to tackle the root causes of sex inequality.

As part of our vision and in line with our partners, UK Feminista recognises prostitution, pornography and lap dancing as forms of commercial sexual exploitation. We further recognise a woman’s right to access a legal, free, safe abortion as fundamental to women’s reproductive rights.

Our values: 

• Feminist  We are a feminist organisation which recognises and actively works against discrimination. 

• Collectivism – We are compassionate and acknowledge our mutual responsibility to support one another, stay connected, share knowledge and contribute to collective efforts.

• Adaptable – We work flexibly and dynamically, taking initiative and staying curious so we can learn from each other and respond to our changing environment. 

• Professionalism – We are a passionate team of experts motivated to deliver high quality, evidence based campaigns with integrity. We are committed to collaborating with other experts and working to amplify the voices of survivors. 

• Ambitious – We are bold and ambitious for change in society. We are also ambitious for our people, who we support to develop and thrive. 

Our current strategic priorities:

1. Combating commercial sexual exploitation – our long term goal is that the government adopts laws to effectively combat commercial sexual exploitation and support victims survivors. 
We work with survivors, policy makers and practitioners to combat commercial sexual exploitation. We provide the Secretariat for the UK Parliament’s AllParty Parliamentary Group on Commercial Sexual Exploitation. We also provide the Secretariat for A Model For Scotland and the CoSecretariat for Not For Sale.
 

​2. Tackling sexism and sexual harassment in schools and colleges – our longterm goal is that all schools and colleges take effective action against sexism and sexual harassment.

We conduct research, provide training and resources to schools, and run a national award scheme which recognises schools that take outstanding action against sexism. 

UK Feminista is a not for profit company limited by guarantee, established for charitable purposes. Our work is governed by a Board of Directors.

4. Job description

Key Responsibilities

1. Leadership & Strategy

• Develop and implement UK Feminista’s strategic vision and business plan.
• Ensure operational efficiency, compliance, and financial sustainability.
• Represent UK Feminista externally and engage with key stakeholders.

2. Fundraising & Financial Management

•  Identify and secure funding from trusts, foundations, and other sources.
•  Manage funder relationships, applications, and reporting.
•  Manage financial processes, including budgeting, payroll approvals, and compliance.

3. Governance & Compliance

• Serve as the main liaison with the Board of Directors, preparing papers and reports.
• Ensure compliance with legal, financial, and safeguarding regulations.
• Act as the organisation’s Designated Safeguarding Lead and Data Protection Officer.

4. People & Operations Management

• Lead and support the staff team, ensuring effective recruitment, onboarding, and performance management.
• Maintain and implement HR policies and procedures.
• Ensure staff have the necessary resources and support.

5. Communications & Public Engagement

• Act as the organisation’s spokesperson, managing media relations and public representation.
• Oversee external communications, including the website, press releases, and advocacy efforts.

6. Programme & Campaign Oversight

• Provide strategic oversight and management of UK Feminista’s Programmes, ensuring effective delivery and advocacy.
• Lead policy and campaign work on commercial sexual exploitation 
• Represent the organisation in advocacy networks and campaigns.

The postholder will manage a small team, and report to the Board of Directors. 

Notes

This job description cannot cover every issue or task that may arise within the post at various times and the postholder will be expected to carry out other duties from time to time which are broadly consistent with those in this document.

5. Person specification

Skills, knowledge and experience 

Essential 

• Proven senior leadership experience in the charity, advocacy, or public affairs sector.
• Strong fundraising and financial management skills.
• Experience in strategic planning and organisational development.
• Strong people management and HR experience.
• Knowledge of governance, compliance, and safeguarding.
• Excellent communication and media engagement skills.
• Commitment to feminist principles and gender equality.

Desirable

•  Experience in political lobbying and public affairs.
•  Knowledge of gender equality in education.
•  Background in campaigning or policy development.

Personal qualities 

• Commitment to the aims and values of UK Feminista
• Teamplayer:

• • Happy to regularly provide and receive constructive feedback in support of achieving organisational objectives 

• • Collaborative and able to work flexibly in a small team to deliver shared priorities 

• • Supportive and eager to help colleagues develop and grow

• • Keen to proactively contribute ideas and knowledge in team meetings

• Proactive:

• • Enthusiastic, self-motivated and happy to work independently

• • Able to organise, plan and deliver work under pressure and ahead of time

• • Able to take responsibility and ownership over own work, including through applying a high attention to detail to ensure accuracy and quality and asking for support when needed

• • Willing to learn and develop

• Resourceful and adaptable: 

• • Solutions-focused, a ‘can do’ attitude and able to demonstrate initiative when facing challenges

• • Creative and able to maximise outputs from a small budget and limited time

• • Happy to work responsively to a changing context and to the timelines of external stakeholders 

Note: UK Feminista is committed to safe and fair recruitment, safeguarding and protecting those who come into contact with the organisation. We ensure all our staff are vetted to the appropriate standard for the role undertaken, and that staff are supported and trained to undertake safeguarding responsibilities to a high standard. 

Due to the nature of the role, the successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check before an offer of employment is confirmed. UK Feminista is committed to equality of opportunity for all and welcomes applications from a wide range of candidates, including those with criminal records. UK Feminista undertakes not to discriminate unfairly against any subject of a criminal record check on the basis of a conviction or other information revealed. We would be very happy to discuss the nature of convictions if applicants have any concerns. To arrange a confidential phone call, please contact us.

*CAMPAIGN & PROGRAMME MANAGER*

About us 

The Early Education and Childcare Coalition unites the voices of parents, children, providers, early years professionals and the wider business community, working together for investment and reform of early education and childcare in England. 

We believe that we all benefit from a well-functioning early education system and we all have a role to play in ensuring it works for children, parents and the economy.

We are backed by some of the most high-profile campaign and research organisations in the UK. Our members include early years provider membership bodies, parent campaign groups, early childhood experts, trade unions, the business lobby, anti-poverty campaigners and NGOs. Together, we use our collective voice and research to build public and political support for early education and childcare.

And it’s worked. Thanks to the dedication of our members, early years is now one of the top six priorities for the new government’s Plan for Change, but our work isn’t done – we have an ambitious agenda to ‘rescue and reform’ the system, ensuring that: 

• every child can access high-quality education and care that their parents can afford and that will support them to thrive 

• every provider is funded fairly for the places they offer 

• every early years professional is rewarded and recognised for the skilled work they do 
   

This year we launch a new three-year programme to achieve one of those key aims – raising the status of the early education profession, and we need a Campaign & Programme Manager to help us drive that work. 

About the role

• Hours: 30 hours (4 days per week). Some out-of-hours work may be required for which TOIL will be given. 

• Duration: Two-year contract with possible extension subject to funding. 

• Location: Homeworking, but within easy reach of London 

• Salary: £48,000 per annum FTE (£38,400 pro-rata) 

Although we work remotely with a team that is spread nationwide, this role does require someone based in or close to London in order to deliver our Westminster programme of activities.

We work flexibly and it won’t come as a surprise to you that we understand the challenge of caring commitments. We trust you to manage your time, but we do expect that most of your hours are worked during standard office hours so that we can collaborate as a team and engage with our coalition partners. Our core working day is a Thursday. As a fully remote team this helps us to stay in touch and connect. 

This role is initially offered on a two-year fixed term basis which we expect to renew in line with funding and is offered at four days per week. If you have a preferred working pattern, please speak to us and we would be happy to see if we can make it work. 

The Coalition has experienced significant growth over the last two years and with early years firmly on the political agenda, we expect this to continue. Our hope is that this role will evolve and the successful candidate will continue to progress within this growing and impactful organisation. 

For the last two years, the Coalition has been incubated by the Women’s Budget Group, the UK’s leading feminist economic think tank. Our growth means that we are now ready to spin out into a separate and independent legal entity. That means that your employment contract will initially be with WBG on behalf of the Coalition but will then transfer across to the newly constituted organisation. This won’t change your role, your terms or your pay, but we want to tell you now. We are happy to answer questions at interview about that. 

What you can expect to be doing 

• Whilst the coalition currently has almost 40 core member organisations who shape our policy and lead on our shared campaigns, we are looking to grow our network of supporter organisations – these are partners who share our belief in the value of early education and childcare even if they do not work directly in early years policy. The Campaign & Programme Manager will lead a new project to identify, onboard, engage and grow this supporter network, ensuring they remain up to date with the latest research produced by the Coalition and its partners. 

• Managing the progress of this exciting yet complex programme, ensuring research partners are staying connected and all programme outputs feed into our overarching aims. This will include coordinating update meetings for programme partners and ensuring that we stay on track and meet our aims.

• With the support of the Head of Advocacy and our external comms partner, develop a new narrative to raise the profile of the early education workforce and deliver a series of campaign moments across paid, earned and owned media to support this work. 

• Deliver ongoing comms and campaign projects designed to grow the coalition’s profile across a range of stakeholders. 

• Analyse and scope political developments related to the early education and childcare workforce, identifying opportunities to engage and influence. 

• Support the organisation of Coalition in person and online events. 

• Engage collaboratively with Coalition members to coordinate and amplify their collective and individual voices and work. 

• Support with the creation, writing and publication of communication materials including blogs, case studies, press releases and research reports. 

• Work with our research partners to drive the aims of the programme. 

About you 

You will be creative, resourceful and highly effective at building relationships across a wide range of stakeholders. Above all else, you’ll be as passionate as our members about the opportunity that the early years holds for children, families and wider society. 

You will play a pivotal role in driving the aims of our new programme, with responsibility for ensuring all elements of this complex programme are working in unison. You'll also be delivering campaign moments that raise the status of early educators while amplifying our emerging research from this programme, and activating new messaging and narratives. 

With the support of our Head of Advocacy & Communications, you will grow our network of supporters, securing the backing of organisations from across civil society, the business community and the public sector for our shared aims. 

Ideally you will have a good working knowledge of the challenges facing the sector and a good understanding of key influencers in this space including think tanks, MPs and journalists.

You will be a confident communicator with strong writing skills and an eye for detail. The right candidate will be comfortable working in a small team where we all muck-in and benefit from each other’s skills. 

Person specification 

Essential 

• Strong background in advocacy and campaigns. 

• Experience of managing research/advocacy programmes with multiple stakeholders.

• Good at building and nurturing relationships at all levels of seniority. 

• Experience of working in a fast-paced campaign environment or working on high-profile campaigns that have had good cut-through. 

• Excellent knowledge of both the media and political landscapes. 

• Ability to write compelling, high-quality content for various audiences. 

• Comfortable with remote-working with the ability to self-manage when necessary. 

Desirable 

• Good understanding of the complexities and challenges facing the early education and childcare sector. 

• Experience of working on employment-related issues or with other public sector/education workforces. 

The application process 

Please apply with CV and cover letter by the listed closing date. No agencies please. We use anonymous recruitment.

The EECC is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. We use anonymous recruiting during the application process and we use positive action under section 159 of the Equality Act in relation to disability or race. This means that if we have two candidates of equal merit in our process, we will seek to take forward the disabled or Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic candidate in order to diversify our staff team. 

We can only consider applicants with the right to work in the UK. 

We regret that our small team does not have capacity to respond to unsuccessful applicants individually. 

Closing date for applications: 9am, 19th May 
Interviews: W/c 26th May 
Start date: ASAP 

Centre for Mental Health is an established independent mental health research charity which for forty years has taken the lead in challenging policies, systems and society, so that everyone can have better mental health.

You will lead a team developing mental health research, economic analysis and policy ideas, as we equip services and decision makers to meet people’s needs and reduce mental health disparities.

Join us in our work driving forward sustainable policy change, tackling inequalities and working tirelessly for social justice and good mental health for all.

Family Holiday Charity - CEO

Making memories happen

The Family Holiday Charity helps families get time away together, often for the first time ever.

We're here for children who've never seen the sea. For teenagers who can't remember when they last saw mum smile. For parents and carers having to juggle paying bills and dealing with some of life's toughest challenges. We're here for young carers, grandparent carers. For families facing illness, isolation, or bereavement.

Holidays offer new possibilities. Time spent together, even a day away, helps to build relationships, confidence and hope for the future.

About Family Holiday Charity

Our vision is to transform lives with the anticipation, enjoyment and memory of a holiday. Our mission is to give families the chance to enjoy time away together to explore, have new experiences, to meet new people and to have fun!

Family Holiday Charity is a £1 million income charity, providing nearly 400 life-changing holidays each year. However, our ambitions go far beyond this. We are at an exciting stage in our development and have taken steps to build a sustainable future.

About the role

We are seeking an experienced CEO to lead us into the next phase of growth, driving our mission forward with vision and passion. Working with the Board of Trustees and the Senior Leadership Team, we're looking for someone to provide strategic leadership, ensure financial sustainability and to oversee the charity's operations whilst preparing us for our next phase of development.

Key responsibilities

• Provide vision and leadership for the charity
• Support the charity's fundraising strategy, securing funding through grants, donations, and partnerships
• Act as the public face of the charity, advocating for its cause and engaging with stakeholders
• Foster partnerships with other charities, businesses, and community organisations
• Have overall responsibility for the financial management of the charity
• Assist the board with its decision making and strategic direction for the charity's long-term sustainability

Who We're Looking For:
You'll be an inspirational and tenacious leader who combines strategic vision with hands-on implementation. Resilient and adaptable, you'll thrive in a dynamic environment and be able to demonstrate perseverance and flexibility. You'll be a strong communicator and relationship builder, persuasive and articulate. Commercially and financially literate, you'll have a compassionate and values-led approach to leadership. Ideally, you'll have experience in fundraising, specifically developing corporate partnerships.

Skills and Experience:

• Experience of leading and managing multidisciplinary teams at CEO or similar level
• Strategic thinker and problem solver
• Delivery and execution of strategic plans
• Experience of working effectively with a Board of Trustees
• Proven experience in budget setting and financial management, reporting to funders and Trustees
• Understanding of Charity law and regulations, governance requirements, and reporting standards

Terms and Benefits:

• Full-time, permanent role, based in Bermondsey with hybrid working possible
• Occasional weekend and out of hours working is required.
• Open to flexible working arrangements - let us know what you're thinking, and we can discuss
• Salary: Hybrid from £73,017 - £80,703
• Pension: 5% employer pension contribution
• Holidays: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• 3 days extra between Christmas and New Year for office closure/headspace.

Timeline:

A Q&A webinar session will be hosted by Family Holiday Charity at 6pm on Tuesday 13th May where they will share further insights and answer any additional questions you may have. Please register your interest in attending this webinar with your consultant to receive joining instructions.

Application deadline: 5pm on 30th May

First interviews: w/c 16th June

Second interviews: w/c 23rd June

How to Apply:
Charity People Ltd is acting as a recruitment agency advisor to Family Holiday Charity on this appointment. Interested candidates are invited to submit a CV and request a candidate pack. If you have further questions prior to applying, please contact Philippa Randle at Charity People

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 we can help make the application process work for you.

Charity People actively promotes equality, diversity, and inclusion. We match charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the charities with which we work.

We are looking for a passionate and empathetic individual who has the skills, knowledge and experience in coordinating casework and undertaking reporting of data to stakeholders. The IPO will undertake and be responsible for a range of administrative functions to advance and simply casework flow under the Sub-Regional Immigration Advice Service (SIAS) project. The IPO must have the ability to communicate effectively with referring agencies and stakeholders on a regular basis. The IPO will organise and present data to funders and others on behalf of NKLC. The IPO would have a good general understanding of Legal Aid casework, and the regulatory obligations set by the SRA and IAA.

The IPO will work closely with the Immigration Supervising Solicitor (ISS), Director and general admin team to progress and maintain the SIAS project. The IPO will manage referrals, liaise with the immigration team, and undertake a variety of administrative functions to maintain and resolve associated issues within the immigration department. Where appropriate, the IPO will arrange appointments, attend triage sessions off-site and liaise with referring agencies to ensure that caseworkers can advance casework as efficiently as possible.

Whilst the post is open to all, we are particularly keen to attract candidates who are from backgrounds currently underrepresented by the law and who have experienced some of the issues many of our client’s face.