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Cerebra is the national charity dedicated to improving the lives of children with neurological conditions and their families. We provide vital research, support, and practical solutions that empower families facing complex challenges.
With an annual income of £3 million and a headcount of 68 employees, we have ambitious plans to double our income between 2025 and 2027, ensuring we can extend our impact, reach more families, and drive real change. To achieve this, we are investing in fundraising innovation, income generating ventures, and strategic partnerships, alongside enhancing our brand to increase our national recognition.
Our work is underpinned by our values ensuring that everything we do aligns with our mission to create a better world for children with neurological conditions.
This is an incredibly exciting time to join Cerebra, as we are preparing to launch our new strategy and brand. The COO is a vital leadership role that will support the drive towards even greater impact for children and families across the UK.
Our Services
Sleep Advice Service
Cerebra understands that if you have a child that doesn’t sleep, the whole family suffers. Many children with neurological conditions suffer from disrupted sleep. Our sleep advice service provides bespoke advice and support so that everyone can get a good night’s sleep.
Legal Rights Service
Our Legal Rights Service provides help and support to families of children with neurological conditions when they are faced with barriers and difficulties in accessing statutory support services they are entitled to. The service provides information on their legal entitlements.
Book and Toy Library Service
Our specialist postal lending library contains a wide range of books for both adults and children, plus a selection of sensory toys specifically chosen for children with a neurological condition.
Innovation and Product Design Service
Our Innovation Service designs and builds bespoke products that cater to the specific needs of children with neurological conditions. The aim of the service is to make products that are desirable and exciting, therefore promoting social inclusion, peer acceptance and enabling children to participate in everyday activities that are so often close to them.
Information Products
Cerebra publishes different information products to help families with a child with a neurological condition. Our information products offer comprehensive, up-to-date support and research-driven strategies to assist families with a wide range of issues.
Buzgi and Toy Adaptation Service
Cerebra designs and builds bespoke assistive equipment for disabled children, this includes creating custom mobility aids, switch‑adapted toys, and other innovative solutions to help children access play, learning, and independence.
The Bugzi - a mini powered wheelchair for children offers many children their first experience of independent mobility. It uses either a joystick or switches and adaptable seating for complex needs, and helps develop spatial awareness, confidence, and early mobility skills. The Bugzi is available through a national loan scheme.
Additionally, we operate commercial services (including a web shop) to supplement our income to support children and their families.
Our services are provided to families free of charge.
Job Title:
Chief Operating Officer
Reports To:
Chief Executive Officer
Direct reports:
3 senior managers (Finance (headcount of 3), HR (headcount of 1), IT (headcount of 5))
Purpose of the Role:
The Chief Operating Officer will play a vital role in supporting the Chief Executive Officer, Board and Leadership Team to deliver Cerebra’s vision and ambitious strategic aims. The Chief Operating Officer will provide strategic leadership and operational management across key areas within Cerebra including:
- Operational Systems
- Governance
- Compliance
- Finance and Growth
This is a pivotal executive leadership role, responsible for driving organisational performance, sustainability and growth. The COO will translate Cerebra’s strategic ambitions into effective operational delivery, ensuring robust governance, financial stewardship and a high-performing, values-led culture.
As a trusted advisor to the CEO and Board, the COO will lead core operational services and commercial activity, enabling the charity to maximise impact and generate sustainable income in support of its charitable objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic & Executive Leadership
- Partner with the CEO and Board to deliver strategic priorities, growth and long-term sustainability
- Collaboration with the Director’s Group to ensure strategic alignment across the charity. The Director’s Group consists of:
Chief Executive Officer
Chief Operating Officer
Director of Fundraising, Marketing and Communications
Director of Research and Support Services
- Provide expert advice on finance, operations, commercial performance and organisational risk
- Lead organisational planning, business continuity, and operational resilience
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement, accountability and inclusion
Finance, Commercial & Sustainability
- Lead financial strategy, planning and performance, ensuring long-term sustainability
- Oversee budgeting, forecasting, cashflow and financial controls
- Lead and develop Cerebra’s strategy for commercial income , ensuring alignment with charitable objectives
- Support funding growth through strong financial insight and business case development
- Ensure robust financial governance, audit and compliance
Operations & Infrastructure
- Lead and strengthen operational functions including HR, IT, governance and administration
- Ensure effective systems, processes and infrastructure that enable growth, efficiency and impact
- Oversee procurement, contracts, facilities, and organisational compliance
- Drive innovation and value for money across operations
People & Culture
- Champion a positive, inclusive and high-performing organisational culture
- Oversee HR strategy, workforce planning and leadership development
- Ensure compliance with employment law and best practice
- Promote wellbeing, engagement and organisational effectiveness
Digital & Technology
- Provide strategic oversight of IT, data and digital development
- Ensure systems are secure, resilient and aligned to organisational needs
- Leverage data and technology to improve insight, decision-making and organisational impact
Governance, Risk & Compliance
- Ensure effective governance frameworks, risk management and regulatory compliance
- Support the CEO and Board with high-quality reporting and strategic insight
- Lead safeguarding, data protection and organisational risk strategy
- Drive a strong culture of accountability and ethical practice
Leadership & Management
- Lead and develop a small senior team across finance, HR and IT
- Build capability, strengthen performance, and embed a collaborative culture
- Model Cerebra’s values and leadership behaviours
Key Attributes
- Strategic and commercially minded leader with strong operational delivery experience
- Strong financial leadership and business acumen
- Proven track record of driving income growth, sustainability and organisational performance
- Skilled in governance, risk and stakeholder engagement
Please see attached job description for the Person Specification.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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!
About Us
Rape Crisis South London (RCSL) is a proudly feminist organisation providing specialist support to women and girls who have experienced rape and/or childhood sexual violence.
Our work is grounded in survivor‑led, trauma‑informed and intersectional feminist practice.
Our vision:
A world free from sexual violence, where survivors are believed, respected and supported.
Our mission:
To provide high‑quality, specialist support and to challenge the structures that enable sexual violence.
About the Role
The Finance officer is responsible for vital financial functions, including recording all financial transactions and assigning income and expenditures to appropriate funds, projects, and cost centres, processing BACS payments and assisting with processing of month end schedules, among other duties. This role is integral to the overall administration of the charity.
What You Will Do
- Process sales and purchase invoices, payments, receipts and banking.
- Reconcile bank / credit card / fixed assets accounts monthly together with processing relevant journals.
- Manage Debtor and Creditor accounts and ensure that outstanding accounts are settled in a timely manner
- Preparation and processing of month end schedules as requested e.g., salary journal.
- Assisting with year-end audit procedures and deal with relevant queries and questions.
- Assisting the Director of Finance and Resources and Finance Manager in the review and implementation of all finance policies and procedures.
- Assisting the Director of Finance and Resources and Finance Manager in budget, forecast and management accounts preparation.
About You
Describe the type of person you are looking for and how this role fits with our values and culture.
You must be someone who will promote and work in line with the vision, values and feminist ethos of Rape Crisis throughout the whole organisation and externally. Someone who will uphold the rights of survivors of sexual violence and proactively assess the needs and safety of survivors to ensure that any risks/needs identified are addressed, having full regard to the relevant Safeguarding policies.
You must be proactive in your personal learning and development and keep up to date on research, relevant legislation, policy and practice, and other literature relevant to the role. Ready to participate in supervision, training and meetings as required and assist in the development of services in line with agreed development plans. You must have a willingness for undertaking any other duties appropriate
Person Specification
Essential
- AAT Qualified or equivalent, OR Qualified by experience, OR actively working towards an accounting qualification or willing to undertake professional development with further training.
- Experienced in using accounting software is essential
- Proficient user of Microsoft Office 365, particularly Excel and Word.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Understanding of the need for professional confidentiality.
- Highly organised and efficient, able to work under pressure.
Desirable
- At least 2 years’ hands-on experience in a comparable role in a charity/not-for-profit organisation.
- Relevant knowledge of SORPs related to charities
What You Bring
- Commitment to feminist, survivor‑led practice
- Anti‑racist and anti‑discriminatory values
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Commitment to learning, reflection and self‑care
Safeguarding and Safer Recruitment
Rape Crisis South London is committed to safeguarding survivors, children, young people and adults at risk. All staff have a shared responsibility for promoting safety and wellbeing.
This includes:
- Promoting the safety and wellbeing of service users
- Identifying and reporting safeguarding concerns
- Following organisational safeguarding policies and procedures
- Supporting a culture where everyone feels safe, respected and supported
Our safer recruitment processes include:
- Values‑based interviews
- Verification of identity, qualifications and employment history
- Reference checks
- DBS checks (enhanced or basic, depending on the role)
- Safeguarding training and ongoing supervision
Equality, Feminism and Inclusion
RCSL is an equal opportunities employer. Our work is rooted in feminist principles that recognise sexual violence as both a cause and consequence of gender inequality. We centre survivor voices and prioritise empowerment, inclusivity and intersectionality.
We particularly welcome applications from women who are under‑represented in roles within the Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG), charity, social impact sector.
Intersectionality and Reasonable Adjustments
We recognise that experiences of sexual violence are shaped by intersecting factors including:
- Race and ethnicity
- Disability
- Sexuality and gender identity
- Socio‑economic background
- Immigration status
- Faith and culture
We are committed to removing barriers and creating an inclusive workplace.
Applicants are encouraged to tell us if they require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, such as:
- Alternative interview formats or timings
- Additional time for written tasks
- Accessible documentation
- Support relating to disability, neurodivergence or health needs
Learning and Development
As a charity undergoing growth and transformation, we welcome colleagues who are committed to ongoing learning and professional development. We provide induction, supervision, and development opportunities appropriate to the role.
Interview Process
Shortlisted applicants will be invited to an interview, usually conducted via MS Teams.
Post holder will be required to undertake
Stage one: MS Teams with the Finance Manager and two other panel members.
The whole process from advertisement to appointment, may take up to 3 -4 weeks.
Post holder will be required to undertake either Basic DBS
The role will initially be open for one month (until 12:00 noon on Wednesday 11 May 2026). However, due to the urgent need for support, applications will be reviewed and interviews arranged on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged.
Basic DBS
The role will initially be open for one month (until 12:00 noon on Wednesday 11 May 2026). However, due to the urgent need for support, applications will be reviewed and interviews arranged on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged.
The interview will explore experience and approach to:
- Safeguarding
- Equality, diversity and inclusion
- Feminist and trauma‑informed practice
- Role‑specific responsibilities
- Role‑specific assessment details
Post holder will be required to undertake either Enhanced or Basic DBS
This post is open to women only and is a Genuine Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010 (where applicable).
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
How to Apply
Please submit:
- Your CV
- A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role Applications should be sent in PDF format to our recruitment inbox.
- Interview date(s): We may interview and appoint suitable candidates before the closing date.
Thank you for your interest in RCSL. If you have not heard from us within one month of the closing date, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.
We encourage you to follow us on LinkedIn @rapecrisissouthlondon for future opportunities and updates.
AI in Job Applications
We understand that some candidates use AI tools when applying. While we welcome technology to support clear communication, your application should reflect your own skills, knowledge and experience.
Data Protection
RCSL will process personal data in line with UK data protection legislation and our Recruitment & Selection Policy. Information provided during the recruitment process will only be used for the purpose of assessing your application.
Accessibility
If you need an adjustment or additional support to apply, please contact the People & Culture team to discuss how we can help.
Charity Number: 1085104
© Rape Crisis South London
Providing specialist support to women and girls who have experienced rape and/or childhood sexual violence and abuse.



The People Matter Trust is a Christian Charity based in Eastbourne helping job seekers reach their full potential. The organisation gained the Queens Award for Voluntary Service in 2022 and is Matrix accredited. The Board of Trustees are seeking to recruit a Director of Operations to take up a position that will become vacant due to retirement during the second half of 2026. The post will be full time (35 hours per week).
This key senior management role is responsible for the operational delivery of services, in line with the Christian ethos and values of People Matter. The Level 6 CIAG (or equivalent) qualified post-holder will hold responsibility for overseeing the delivery, management and reporting of funded contracts, managing the team of advisers, and overseeing all Careers, Information, Advice and Guidance services.
The salary for this post is £36,000 per annum.
Under the 2010 Equality Act, schedule 9, there is a genuine occupational requirement for the Senior Management Team (CEO and Director of Operations), and Board of Trustees to be practising Christians, to ensure the protection of our strong Christian ethos and values.
People Matter is an inclusive employer. However potential applicants should be aware that our office premises are located on 2nd floor of a multi-occupancy building with no lift and we are unable to accommodate wheelchair users.
Closing date for receipt of applications is midnight on Friday 3rd July 2026
Interviews will be held during the period 20th to 21st July 2026.
To provide employability services through tailored career information, advice, guidance, practical support, and encouragement to jobseekers.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The role of Communications and Publications Support Officer is key in helping us share knowledge, support our networks, and deliver high-quality outputs that influence practice and policy.
Responsibilities include:
• Produce and distribute the Faculty for Homeless and Inclusion Health fortnightly newsletter (via Mailchimp)
• Support the development and scheduling of social media content, helping to grow engaging content and reach
• Monitor and report on social media analytics
• Update the Pathway website with news, publications and resources, and support with website improvements
• Organise and support online meetings of the Faculty for Homeless and Inclusion Health and its subgroups
• Coordinate and support online specialist Masterclasses for people working in health and care provision for people in marginalised groups
• Support delivery of external events, including the annual Faculty for Homeless and Inclusion Health conference
• Coordinate publication of major Pathway reports, working with designers and printers
• Provide publishing and administrative support to Fellows undertaking research projects
• Deliver high-quality editing, formatting and presentation of shorter reports and documents
• Maintain the Faculty for Homeless and Inclusion Health database and mailing lists
• Maintain and support Pathway document sharing and organisation on SharePoint and OneDrive
• Ensure Pathway resources are organised and accessible to support external communications
About you – it is essential you have:
· Experience of working in a communications or administration role (including remote working)
· Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
· Strong written and verbal communication skills
· Experience of maintaining or updating websites, including WordPress
· Experience of using social media professionally (LinkedIn, Instagram, etc.), creating content and understanding social analytics
· Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), SharePoint, MS Teams, Canva, Mailchimp and similar tools
· Experience of using digital tools to prepare and format documents, including academic reports or publications
· High attention to detail and accuracy
· Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
· Understanding of confidentiality and data protection Personal Attributes
You should also be:
• Motivated, with a flexible and proactive approach to work.
• Politically aware and able to work sensitively in a complex environment.
• Commitment to Pathway’s mission, including tackling inequality and promoting human rights.
It would be great if you also had:
• Experience of supporting events or conferences
• Experience of producing newsletters
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Overview of the Role: We are recruiting a East of England Senior Programme Officer for the National Education Nature Park to:
· Lead the National Education Nature Park programme across East of England, increasing participation in schools and education settings
· Manage and support a regional Programme Officer, including performance, development and wellbeing
· Build strong partnerships with schools, colleges, local authorities, NGOs and environmental networks
· Deliver a regional engagement strategy aligned with national KPIs on biodiversity, climate education and wellbeing
· Be a passionate advocate for nature-based learning, sustainability, biodiversity gain and green skills for children and young people
· Manage a regional budget, travel planning and reporting, ensuring compliance and audit requirements
· Facilitate workshops, training and events for educators, children and young people
· Provide expert guidance on outdoor learning, horticulture, biodiversity and environmental education resources
To work for the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) is to join a thriving charity, whose mission is to be there for everyone on their lifelong adventure with gardening. Everything we do is built on the transformational power of gardening – and the benefits it brings to people, places and our planet.
And we couldn’t do this without our people. We’re proud of the knowledge, enthusiasm and ideas that each one of our team members brings. From working across our social media channels, to volunteering in the RHS Gardens, from serving customers in our garden centres to running national marketing campaigns, we believe that every member of the RHS team should have the opportunity to make a difference. Our careers portal here provides a comprehensive overview of what we offer, the teams that work at the RHS and our great benefits.
Safeguarding and Inclusion
The RHS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expects all personnel to share in this commitment. We are an inclusive employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
Transform Your Passion for Justice into Direct Action
Join All We Can as Engagement Officer for London and South East and put your passion for justice into action as you inspire other Christians to engage with All We Can. You will develop as a fundraiser, public speaker and creative thinker whilst building meaningful relationships with churches and justice-seeking communities. Your work will directly contribute to positive impact on communities facing structural inequalities around the world.
This is part-time role (21hrs/week) on 2-year fixed term contract.
What You'll Be Doing
- Design and deliver talks, sermons, acts of worship and workshops to churches and communities to inspire justice-seeking action
- Build and maintain strong relationships with church and community leaders based on partnership, love, collaboration and courage
- Develop and lead impactful speaking engagements, events, and fundraising initiatives within the region and beyond
- Use data insights to inform and target your engagement with churches, community groups, and events
- Deliver All We Can's plans for connecting with churches and supporters
What You'll Need
- Ability to deliver engaging sermons, talks, and workshops that inspire justice seeking action and clearly communicate All We Can's unique way of working
- Skills to build trust-based relationships across Methodist and other denominations reflecting our partnership approach
- Demonstrated skills in fundraising or other methods to raise money within church or community contexts
Your contract will be home-based and you'll need to travel across the region to fulfil the role's requirements.
Why Work With Us?
- We pioneer locally-led partnership-based international development model. We are bold, we are brave and we're not afraid to work differently. Your working days will be filled with purpose and meaning.
- Everyone's welcome! At All We Can, everyone's welcome irrespective of age, disability, gender, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances. We're committed to building inclusive and caring culture. We value and respect the diversity of our employees and aim to recruit people who reflect diverse communities. We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that everyone's treated fairly and consistently at every stage of your employment, and we are open to consider reasonable adjustments for disabled people.
- We'll help you grow and develop
The team you'll be joining values participation, inclusive decision-making and good relationships. We care for each other and create a sense of purpose-driven community.
For full list of accountabilities and requirements and the recruitment process, please see the application pack.
Application Requirements
Important note about completing your application – please read
When submitting the application, you will be asked to submit your CV and answer competency-based questions. There's no specified length for the answers and we ask you to use your judgment to balance between giving us as much information as needed and being succinct. Only applications that answer the questions will be considered. We'll not take into account answers which say: 'Please see the CV' or similar. The scoring is primary-based on the answers to the competency-based questions, so please ensure that you showcase your skills and experiences fully through those answers.
We look forward to receiving applications from people from variety of backgrounds and with different experiences. If you would like to find out more about the role and both organisations, we encourage you to get in touch.
Use of AI is monitored and if applicants have used it then they are required to declare this.
Ready to put your passion for justice into action and make a real difference? Apply now and join our mission to create just societies worldwide.
Rooted in the Christian faith, All We Can is an international development and relief organisation, working to see every person’s potential fulfilled.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job Title: Senior International Safety and Compliance Officer
Location: Hybrid home and office based (London)
Reports to: Chief Operating Officer (COO)
Contract type: Fixed term – 11 months
Salary: £54,500 Gross Annual + 9% Employer Pension Contribution
Deadline: 17:00 (UK time) Tuesday, 6th July 2026
Conciliation Resources
Conciliation Resources (CR) is an independent international organisation working with people in conflict to prevent violence, resolve conflicts and promote peaceful societies. We believe that building sustainable peace takes time. We provide practical support to help people affected by violent conflict achieve lasting peace. We draw on our shared experiences to improve peacebuilding policies and practice worldwide. We currently have over 80 full and part-time staff members, working mainly out of offices in the UK, Belgium, Australia, Philippines, Kenya, Ethiopia and Central African Republic. We work with over 100 locally-based and international partners worldwide.
Purpose and Job Context
The Senior International Safety and Compliance Officer is based in Conciliation Resources’ (CR’s) Core and Operations Department, and reports to the Chief Operating Officer. This Department provides support to CR’s three programmatic departments – the Europe/Asia Department, the Africa Department and the South-East Asia and Pacific Department, as well as to the Research, Advisory and Policy Department.
The purpose of the role is to ensure that standards are met across safety, security, compliance, governance, legal and assurance functions. This is an international role that works closely with those who have safety and compliance responsibilities in each department.
The role is expected to keep abreast of changes in operating norms within the sector, and to then consider how these apply to CR, ensuring updates to policies and procedures as needed. The role provides operational guidance and direct assistance to staff, as well as refining and maintaining support processes as needed.
Person Specification
Knowledge
• A good understanding of how international organisations in the not-for-profit sector operate across medium and higher risk countries, including specific areas of safeguarding, safety and security.
• A conceptual understanding of risk management, governance and contract management.
• Appreciation of issues of confidentiality, and cross-cultural and political sensitivity.
Experience
Experience in the following areas is beneficial, though it is recognised that candidates are unlikely to have experience in all aspects:
• Operational administration, project management or similar
• Developing or adapting organisational policies and processes, collating input from a wide range of people and perspectives
• Planning, leading and managing investigations
• Working in a multicultural environment and developing relationships remotely
• Planning, running, and facilitating effective meetings and workshops
• Supporting teams with safety, risk or compliance implementation
• Working in the Not-for-Profit sector.
Skills/Attributes
• Strong organisational skills including planning, developing, implementing and maintaining administrative systems
• Proven ability to administer online databases
• Able to explain, advocate and express facts and ideas in a convincing manner, and negotiate with individuals and groups internally and externally.
• Initiative, enthusiasm and a problem-solving approach to new challenges
• Ability to work under pressure, prioritise competing demands and meet deadlines.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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!
Role Overview
The Talent Set are delighted to partner with an amazing well known charity on a fantastic Legacy Officer role. This is an exciting opportunity to help embed a newly launched legacy proposition, supporting donor journeys through a blend of supporter care, communications and campaign coordination, alongside essential administration and record-keeping.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage day-to-day administrative duties, including handling post, banking support, scanning and filing in line with agreed processes
- Respond to inbound legacy enquiries via phone and email, ensuring sensitive, timely and accurate support
- Help coordinate legacy stewardship communications, including drafting, recording and maintaining high-quality contact histories
- Support marketing delivery for the legacy proposition, including compiling materials, liaising with relevant partners and meeting deadlines
- Monitor shared inboxes, triage enquiries and ensure information is logged and actioned correctly
- Provide helpful day-to-day support to colleagues across legacy activity and contribute to continuous improvements
Person Specification
- Experience in an officer/assistant-level role supporting customers or supporters, with confidence handling sensitive conversations
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy when recording information and managing enquiries
- Clear, professional communication skills for phone calls and written correspondence
- Experience working with marketing or communications activity (campaign materials, content, inboxes, or data-led updates)
- Competent administration skills: prioritising tasks, working to deadlines, and maintaining tidy, reliable records
- A people-focused approach with empathy and professionalism, paired with the ability to stay calm and structured
What’s on Offer
Salary: £36,437
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role by clicking the 'apply now' button (please do not apply via email). We aim to get back to all successful candidates within 48 working hours.
Commitment to Diversity
The Talent Set are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, disability, or age. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.
If this role sounds like a great match, apply now and take the next step towards making a meaningful impact through legacy fundraising.
Job Title: Development Officer
Reports to: Senior Development Manager
Location: Contracted to Breaking Barrier’ office in London, Birmingham or Manchester, with some expectation of travel
Terms: 5 days per week (37.5 hours) but open to part-time (minimum 30 hours) and flexible working arrangements
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £28,000 - £33,500 (Depending on the location and experience)
Purpose of the Role
The fundraising team at Breaking Barriers generates income from a range of sources: trusts and foundations, statutory and lottery, corporate and major donors. We sit within the wider Income and Engagement Directorate, alongside communications and public fundraising, and work closely together to drive income and engagement from funders, partners and supporters who share our vision that every refugee can access meaningful employment and build a new life.
The Development Officer manages our portfolio of small trusts and foundations (grants up to £10,000), securing income and developing relationships from existing donors and new prospects. The role involves writing compelling funding proposals, delivering effective stewardship, and meeting all reporting requirements to a high standard.
Alongside portfolio management, the post-holder co-ordinates our fundraising events programme, ensuring both online and in-person events deepen engagement with our cause. The role also provides active support across fundraising appeals and the statutory, lottery and major donor income streams, including prospect research. The post-holder will also contribute to the operational efficiency of the fundraising team through effective administration.
This is a varied, fast-paced role that will suit someone with strong writing skills, attention to detail and a genuine commitment to our mission. It offers real scope to develop knowledge and skills across a wide range of fundraising disciplines within a supportive and ambitious team.
Key Responsibilities
1. Income generation (60%)
· Manage and develop a portfolio of trusts and foundations awarding grants of up to £10,000, delivering tailored stewardship and relationship management across both warm relationships and cold prospects.
· Plan, write and submit compelling funding applications based on a clear understanding of Breaking Barriers' programmes, funding needs and funder requirements.
· Manage all reporting requirements within your portfolio, ensuring reports are completed accurately and to deadline.
· Undertake research to identify new prospects, gathering relevant background information including funding interests, grant levels and connection points with Breaking Barriers.
· Ensure all income and pipeline activity is accurately recorded and kept up to date in Salesforce.
· Act as the philanthropy lead for the Big Give Challenge Appeal.
2. Fundraising Events and Stewardship (20%)
· Co-ordinate Breaking Barriers' fundraising events programme, working across the fundraising team and wider Income and Engagement Directorate to shape a calendar that inspires and engages funders, supporters and senior volunteers.
· Manage event logistics including venue sourcing, guest list coordination, on-the-day support and follow-up.
· Lead on the development of stewardship materials for philanthropy audiences, including impact updates, newsletters and event collateral.
3. Prospect Research and Fundraising Administration (15%)
· Carry out prospect research to support the major gifts, statutory and lottery fundraising pipelines, producing clear, well-structured briefings for senior colleagues.
· Build and maintain funder profiles, recording prospect activity, research findings and pipeline information accurately in Salesforce.
· Support colleagues in the finance team with gift administration and thanking processes.
· Contribute to the directorate's approach to data quality and CRM best practice.
4. Other Responsibilities (5%)
· Participate in cross-team projects to build a thorough understanding of Breaking Barriers' work and wider activities.
· Undertake any other duties that may reasonably be required within the scope of this role.
· Demonstrate Breaking Barriers' values of being welcoming, collaborative, mission-led and entrepreneurial.
Person Specification
Essential
· Demonstrable knowledge of and/or interest in the refugee or employment sectors.
· Experience of writing compelling funding proposals or other relevant persuasive content for different audiences.
· Understanding of the principles of trusts and foundations fundraising, whether through direct experience or study.
· Strong research and analytical skills, with the ability to synthesise information and present it clearly.
· Excellent organisational and planning skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
· Strong attention to detail.
· Proactive and self-motivated, with the ability to take initiative and problem-solve.
· Able to build effective working relationships with colleagues at all levels.
· Confident using Microsoft Office and comfortable learning new systems.
Desirable
· Experience of trusts and foundations fundraising in the charity sector.
· Familiarity with major donor, statutory or lottery fundraising.
· Experience using Salesforce or another fundraising CRM.
· Knowledge of GDPR and data protection principles as they apply to fundraising.
Other considerations:
· Breaking Barriers is committed to protecting an adult’s right to live in safety, free from abuse and neglect and for their views, wishes and beliefs to be fully taken into account when deciding action.
· We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, race, religion or belief.
· Breaking Barriers particularly welcomes applicants with experience of seeking asylum and/or a refugee background.
As a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, we are committed to offering an accessible recruitment process and guarantee an interview to all applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the role.
Breaking Barriers exists so that every refugee can access meaningful employment and build a new life.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Do you want your work to have real impact?
We have an exciting 12-month Fixed Term Contract opportunity as a Community Fundraising & Engagement Officer at the Motor Neurone Disease Association, you will help shape and grow support across Northern Ireland for people affected by motor neurone disease (MND) by helping to generate vital income that enables the charity to deliver its mission.
Motor Neurone Disease moves fast. It takes away time and independence, and there is no cure. The MND Association acts with urgency to improve care, fund research and ensure people with MND get the support they need. As a Community Fundraising & Engagement Officer, you will help turn that commitment into action.
Key responsibilities:
- Build on existing support for the MND Association across Northern Ireland
- Develop and support a network of volunteer fundraiser
- Plan and deliver community fundraising activity
- Build and maintain strong relationships with both existing and new supporters, encouraging long-term engagement and loyalty within local communities through exceptional relationship management and stewardship.
- Attend fundraising events, community functions and meetings, delivering presentations and media interviews on behalf of the Association where appropriate (note these may be during evenings and weekends).
- Maintain accurate records using our CRM system
- Work closely with colleagues and volunteers to ensure a joined-up and consistent supporter experience.
About you
- You are a proactive Community Fundraising & Engagement Officer who:
- Has experience in fundraising, supporter engagement or relationship management
- Communicates clearly and builds trust with a range of people
- Works collaboratively and manages competing priorities
- Understands data protection and uses CRM systems confidently
- Is committed to the work of the MND Association
- Holds a UK driving licence with access to a vehicle
- Residing in Northern Ireland
This is a home-based role with travel requirements across Northern Ireland and occasional travel to Northampton
Further information about working for the MND Association and full job description is available in the attached Candidate Pack.
We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusivity. We work to remove barriers for everyone affected by MND, employees, volunteers, and stakeholders.
As part of the Disability Confident Scheme, we guarantee interviews for disabled applicants who meet the role's requirements.
What We Offer
- 28 days holiday, increasing to 33 days after 5 years, plus Bank Holidays
- Access to UK Healthcare, including dental, eyecare, health screenings, and therapies
- 24/7 GP access via phone and video
- Life assurance and confidential counselling helplines
- Salary sacrifice schemes (Cycle to Work, Buy/Sell Annual Leave)
- Access to Benefit Hub for discounts on everyday shopping
- Enhanced pension scheme
- Opportunities for training and personal development
Motor Neurone Disease moves fast. It takes away time, it takes away independence and it has no cure. Every day we support people affected by MND. We fund ground-breaking research. We campaign for better care. We’re here for everyone who needs us. Because with MND, every day matters.
We support people affected by Motor Neurone Disease, campaign for better care and fund ground-breaking research. Because with MND, every day matters.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are seeking to appoint an experienced Project Development Officer to join our team as a pivotal element of our new National Lottery Heritage Fund-supported project.
The project will significantly augment our capacity to support UK synagogues in need of support to preserve their historic fabric and protect and make accessible the Jewish heritage they embody. The successful candidate will report to the Foundation's Projects Director, leading on essential organisational development and project set-up in the year 1 Development Phase of the project.
While a specialist consultant team will be recruited to implement this project during years 2-6 of the project subject to a successful Delivery Phase application, the Project Development Officer is integral to scoping and developing the delivery programme in the crucial initial planning of the project.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
COMMUNITY COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER
Totnes Town Council | Part-time (24 hours per week)
Salary Details: £20927 (Scale 16 – 20, £30518 - £32597 pro-rata). Pay award pending.
Job Term: Permanent
Closing date: Monday 10 August 2026 (5pm)
Interviews: Wednesday 2nd September 2026
Help connect a town that already cares
We’re recruiting a Community Communications Officer to lead how the Council connects with residents, partners and community groups. This is a role for someone who enjoys building relationships, and bringing people together.
You’ll help make local democracy more visible, accessible and meaningful. That means turning council decisions into clear, engaging stories, but also showing up: attending meetings, listening, capturing what matters, and helping different voices be heard.
This is hands-on, people-focused communications:
- Being part of the community – attending meetings, working with local groups and building trusted relationships
- Bringing people together – helping connect partners, support conversations and strengthen collaboration
- Making meetings matter – listening, capturing key points, and turning discussions into clear, accessible updates
- Telling the story of Totnes – creating content that reflects what’s really happening in the town
- Making the Council easier to understand – translating decisions into plain English and meaningful messages
We’re looking for someone who:
- Is approachable, confident and comfortable with people from all walks of life
- Enjoys being out in the community as well as working digitally
- Can listen well, capture detail and communicate it clearly
- Is organised and reliable, able to attend meetings and follow through on actions
- Has strong writing and digital skills, with a creative eye for content
Local government experience helps, but it’s your ability to connect with people and communicate clearly that really matters.
The details
- 24 hours per week (across 4 days)
- Based in Totnes Town Centre
- Regular community meetings and occasional evenings/weekends required
For an informal chat about the post please call Totnes Town Council to speak to Catherine, Town Clerk.
For more information and to apply please visit the Totnes Town Council website.
ONLY COMPLETED COUNCIL APPLICATION FORMS will be considered at shortlisting stage. CVs alone are NOT accepted.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Digital Communications Officer will play a key role in sharing BTO’s stories with a wide audience via digital projects. The postholder will plan, film, edit, and publish short-form videos across different platforms, including BTO’s YouTube, social media accounts and website. They will manage the image library and develop a video library, coordinate film shoots across the organisation, and train and support BTO staff and volunteers with video projects to achieve the Digital Communications Strategy.
The successful applicant will have excellent videography skills, with proven experience in the production and editing of video content, knowledge of video editing software Adobe Premiere Pro or equivalent, and a good understanding of social media platforms, particularly YouTube. They will display an understanding of legal and ethical considerations in digital communications, such as copyright, and show a commitment to increasing equity, diversity, and inclusion. They will have a passion for nature with good knowledge of British birds and wider natural history, with the ability to translate BTO science into compelling videos for a range of audiences.
This position is based at our HQ in Thetford, Norfolk, although you will be able to work from home part of the time on a hybrid working regime and flexible start and finish times can also be accommodated to ensure a good work-life balance.
You can read the full role description by clicking on the role description under 'supporting documents' in the job details on our careers page. Please contact us if you are not sure if you meet all the criteria for the role and would like to discuss the role in more detail.
Please note that, if you are the successful candidate, you will be required to provide documentary evidence of your right to live and work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer visa sponsorship at this time.
WHAT WE OFFER
- £33,954 per annum
- Annual Leave: 25 days per year (plus bank holidays), increasing with service to 26 days after 5 years, 28 days after 10 years, and 30 days after 15 years.
- Paid 'journey days' (up to 2 days) to staff who travel on holiday by land or sea instead of flying.
- Annual team away days
- Life assurance (four times salary)
- 11% employer pension contribution
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Enhanced sick pay
- Enhanced Family leave- Maternity, Adoption, and Shared Parental Leave, 12 weeks at full pay. Paternity and Partner leave, 4 weeks at full pay.
- Health cash plan which enables staff to claim back some healthcare expenses.
- Retail discounts through MyLifestyle.
- Cycling friendly employer- gold accredited
- Cycle to work scheme- spread the cost of purchasing a new bike and save money
- Discounts on: BTO books, Bird care from Vine House Farm (10% discount on orders placed on the website) and Opticron (15% off)
- Free access to BTO training courses
- Flexible working
- Free eye tests and a contribution of £49 towards prescription glasses for VDU use only.
- Free car parking
- Effective job evaluation policy that recognises where staff increase their level of responsibility over time
- Coaching and mentoring scheme
- Staff groups and forums, creating a positive and welcoming culture to work in.
Closing date for receipt of applications is 23:59 on Sunday 5th July and Interviews will be held in Thetford on Tuesday 21st July. If you have any questions, please contact us.
If you have a disability or long-term illness that otherwise prevents you from meeting any of the essential criteria, please contact us to discuss whether a reasonable adjustment could be made.
As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the vacancy.
We recognise that candidates from minority ethnic groups are under-represented in our organisation, and that there are often additional barriers present for people from these groups when applying for roles in the charity sector and beyond. We are committed to taking positive action to expand the diversity of our staff team, and if you meet the essential criteria for a role and are from a minority ethnic background, you'll be guaranteed a first stage interview.
In cases where we receive a very high volume of applications, we may need to limit the number of Guaranteed Interview Scheme candidates progressing to interview.
Charity No. 216652 (E&W); SC039193 (Scotland)
A collaborative and tenant focused Housing provider in London is looking to take on a Rent Recovery Officer in their welcoming team environment. They believe in affordable, good quality houses and are committed to making a difference to their customers and communities in the local area.
They are looking to bring someone in for a minimum of 6 months with the high likelihood it is extended further. The candidate will manage their patch of properties and are responsible for maximising rental income whilst providing great customer support.
Responsibilities:
- Lead on rent accounts and be the point of contact for tenants for queries
- Maximise income recovery through intervention
- Follow landlord approved escalation processes and procedures
- Hit personal and team KPI’s and help with the take-up of Universal Credit
Requirements:
- Knowledge of income management and relevant housing legislation
- Understanding of welfare benefits and use of financial records and IT systems
- Strong customer service and working well in a team environment
- Ability to communicate effectively with both internal and external stakeholders
If you are looking for your next role and are experienced in Rental Income Recovery, please apply ASAP.
Finance Officer
Full-Time | London | £40,000
Prospectus are delighted to be supporting a wonderful membership body in their search for a Finance Officer. You will be proactive, detail orientated and play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of their financial operations. You will have experience managing payroll, bookkeeping and will be an experienced user of Sage 50. You will be collaborative, a good communicator and comfortable working with stakeholders at all levels. You will bring a high level of accuracy, work efficiently and be able to prioritise effectively.
You will be an experienced Finance Officer, who is AAT or part-qualified (ACA, ACCA, CIMA), or have relevant equivalent experience. As the organisation’s Finance Officer, you will be responsible for the day-to-day financial operations of the charity, with a primary focus on bookkeeping, payroll and banking. You will also contribute to wider financial processes, such as audit support, and helping to strengthen the organisations financial policies and procedures.
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain Sage 50 Accounts, including sales and purchase ledgers, and bank receipts/payments
- Process and verify expenses, grants, and prize claims
- Analyse and post credit card transactions
- Manage and process supplier and staff payments
- Perform bank and investment account reconciliations
- Handle accounts queries from staff, trustees, and suppliers
- Prepare monthly payroll and pension contributions
- Maintain and reconcile the fixed asset register
- Post and update prepayments and accruals
- Support the annual audit process
- Provide ad hoc support to the Finance Director
To Apply Please Submit:
- Your CV, outlining your relevant experience and skills
- A cover letter demonstrating how your experience aligns to the role, and what skills you will bring
At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process then please contact Shannon Sanderson at Prospectus.