Operation officer jobs
Using Anonymous Recruitment
This organisation is using Anonymous Recruitment to reduce bias in the first stages of the hiring process. Submit your application as normal and our system will anonymise it for you. Your personal information will be hidden until the recruiter contacts you.
The role is suitable for someone with ideally at least 3 years experience with strong all-round knowledge and accuracy, particularly in month-end processes, bookkeeping (including oversight of accounts payable and receivable processes), ledger experience (ideally Xero), the experience of management accounts, cash flow, VAT, audit processes, gift aid.
Charity and/or Cultural Sector experience a distinct advantage, as is the demonstrable ability to identify opportunities to improve efficiency of processes and implement them as appropriate
Essential Skills
- Ideally a minimum of 3 years' experience of working in a financial accounting role
- Holds a professional finance qualification, part-qualified, or qualified by experience but also currently training to obtaining a recognised accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
- Experience of:
- the key areas of accounting processes and systems, including management accounts, trial balance and nominal ledger, purchase and sales ledgers, banking and cash management, balance sheet, VAT, payroll, budgeting and monitoring
- working for a charity or charity accounting
- Strong level of IT skills:
- familiar with Microsoft Office
- proficient in Microsoft Excel for Accounting (SUMIF, LOOKUP, Pivot tables)
- practical working knowledge of accounting software packages (ideally Xero)
- Excellent attention to detail with high level of numeracy and accuracy, whilst working at a fast pace
- Ability to resolve problems using own initiative and an eye for financial opportunities
- Strong organisational skills and able to work independently, manage and prioritising a busy and varied personal workload, often working to challenging deadlines
- Has a "continuous improvement" mind set, questioning processes and investigating better ways of working within the role
- Highly self motivated, with the willingness to get more involved as time will allow
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, with the ability to interpret and communicate financial information to non-financial colleagues
- Enthusiasm for team building and strong working relationships
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to present numbers
- A team player with a flexible, "can do" attitude, taking initiative to solve problems
BENEFITS
- 27 days annual leave per annum plus Bank Holidays (This is inclusive of the mandatory closure period between Christmas and New Year)
- Staff Discounts in the Café, Museum Shop & Museum
- Pensions Auto Enrolment
About Us:
The Garden Museum in London is Britain's only museum of the art, history and design of gardens. In addition to the museum, the charity has a café and shop, is a venue destination and a key partner in local and other garden projects. The charity has a total income of c.£3.9m and a team which consists of c33 permanent employees, and a number of casual workers and volunteers - whose contributions are key to our success
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES
Main objectives:
- To ensure an efficient and effective finance function
- To deliver effective daily financial operations and controls and the provision of quality reporting to help accurately manage the financial activities of the organisation
- To provide guidance to staff on financial policy and procedure
- To provide support to the part-time FD and implement any new directives for the Finance function, as instructed
Summary of duties:
The provision of accurate and timely business support and analysis, including:
- Responsible for the ongoing day-to-day running of the company’s financial systems, primarily on Xero accounting software and Excel.
- Management of month-end process ensuring all procedures are completed including bank reconciliations.
- Support departments in finance reports in liaison with department contacts, discuss/resolve any variances.
- Delivering other ad hoc reporting and analysis for all departments as required
- Ad hoc financial guidance and input for departments as required, ensuring a high level of responsiveness and assistance, particularly for larger one-off projects.
- Develop, review and document all financial systems and procedures and keep information and processes up to date, (Soldo Card, approval & posting of purchase invoices)
- Balance sheet – posting and reconciling all the balance sheet accounts including the processing of prepayments, deferrals and accruals as required
- Building and maintaining excellent relationships and levels of customer service across the GM
- Supporting the part-time Director of Finance in the development of the finance system in relation to management reporting and analysis
- Assisting in maintaining and improving our internal controls and processes as the finance function continues to grow
- Work with external partner to ensure that the annual accounts are provided in a timely manner
- Ensure annual Gift Aid claims are completed and processed in a timely manner
- Manage the accounts payable process and ensure all invoices are posted correctly, and paid in line with company policy.
- Oversee the accounts receivable process and ensure all sales invoices are posted correctly.
- Review debtors weekly and take action to ensure invoices are settled in good time.
- Review and resolve any issues with monthly bank reconciliations.
- Prepare management accounts, cashflow and other papers, as required.
- Monthly Payroll: To ensure:
- correct posting and reporting, so as to enable Finance Director review and authorisation for payment;
- all PAYE and pension contributions are submitted and paid on time
- effective interaction with the HR manager who prepares and manages the monthly payroll and the company auto-enrolment pension scheme)
- Compilation and submission of monthly payroll to external payroll provider including staff salaries, reviewed by the Finance Director.
- Support in monitoring and to ensure the company’s compliance with financial and finance-related regulations including tax, VAT, accounting regulations, Charity Commission, Companies' House (including SORP, SOFA) and Charities Act.
· Responsible for ensuring that all transactional processing happens efficiently and effectively.
· Manage and maintain the fixed assets register ensuring the company has accurate and relevant information on all assets.
General responsibilities:
- Participate in staff meetings and appropriate working groups
- Carry out any other reasonable duties, in line with role requirements or as instructed by your line manager
- Follow organisational policies and practices.
Reports to: The part-time Finance Director
Recruitment process: We regret that we are unable to respond to all applicants, you will only hear from us if we wish to invite you to an interview
(Applicant Interviews will be scheduled for Tues, 28th October)
Equal Opportunities
The Garden Museum aims to be an inclusive organisation where everyone is treated with respect and dignity, and where there is equal opportunity for all. The Garden Museum respects and values diverse characteristics. We are committed to positively engaging and celebrating the differences between our diverse staff and users, to enabling us to achieve our aims within the organisation and the external community.
In your covering letter please outlinine your skills and experience in relation to the job description
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!
Are you passionate about helping young people build brighter futures?
Do you love building relationships and making things happen in education? If so, we’ve got a brilliant opportunity for you to join our team as an Educational Partnerships Manager at Young Enterprise.
Who We Are
We’re Young Enterprise – a national charity with a bold mission: to give every young person the skills, confidence, and mindset to thrive in the changing world of work.
For over 60 years, we’ve empowered more than 7 million young people through hands-on enterprise and financial education programmes. Whether it’s launching a student business or learning how to manage money, we help young people develop key life skills—teamwork, leadership, problem-solving, and resilience.
We’re a passionate, down-to-earth team of 90+ staff and 2,000+ volunteers who believe that every young person, regardless of background, deserves a fair start in life.
Why Join Us?
We think Young Enterprise is a great place to work—and we’re proud of our people-first culture. Here’s what you can expect:
- A friendly and supportive team where your voice is heard
- A strong commitment to diversity and inclusion—we want everyone to feel they belong
- Generous holiday allowance and flexible working
- Cycle-to-work scheme, life assurance, and NHS top-up plan
- Ongoing learning and mentoring opportunities
- A chance to directly impact the lives of young people every single day
About the Role
This is a role where you’ll really see the difference you make.
As Educational Partnerships Manager, you’ll work across Leicestershire, Northamptonshire and South Lincolnshire, building partnerships with schools, colleges, youth organisations and community groups—particularly in areas where opportunities are hardest to come by.
You’ll be right in the mix: planning events, delivering programmes, supporting volunteers and connecting with school staff to make sure young people have access to our inspiring enterprise and financial education experiences.
You’ll be a key driver of our Inspiring Futures programme—helping young people break down barriers and imagine bigger futures.
It’s a varied, people-focused role with loads of room for creativity, independence and collaboration. Whether you’re visiting a school, chatting with a funder, or supporting a trade fair, you’ll be helping young people build skills that will last a lifetime.
You’ll love this job if you are…
- A brilliant relationship-builder, confident working with teachers, volunteers, and community leaders
- Passionate about education, social mobility, and giving every young person a chance to shine
- A natural communicator—whether leading a session in a classroom or inspiring a room of volunteers
- Organised and able to juggle multiple projects (with a great sense of humour!)
- Self-motivated, adaptable, and happy working remotely but never alone—you’ll be part of a close-knit regional team
- Excited by the idea of doing a job that combines delivery, relationship-building, fundraising and volunteering
Key Responsibilities
- Build and grow relationships with schools, colleges, youth clubs and local communities
- Focus on expanding our reach in areas of multiple deprivation and underrepresentation
- Deliver and support the rollout of YE programmes in schools and other settings
- Recruit, train and support volunteers—making sure they feel valued and inspired
- Work with your regional team to meet shared goals and celebrate local impact
- Help secure local funding by supporting fundraising efforts and managing project deliverables
- Support the planning of events, trade fairs and celebrations for young people
- Keep accurate records, track impact, and make sure safeguarding is front and centre
A few practical things:
- This is a hands-on role—you’ll sometimes be lifting resources, setting up venues and travelling regularly (a car and full driving licence are essential)
- You’ll need to be happy occasionally working evenings or weekends during peak delivery times
- Expect to be on your feet during some events or sessions—it’s all part of the fun!
Safeguarding Young People
We are committed to keeping young people safe. All successful applicants will undergo an enhanced DBS check and receive ongoing safeguarding training.
How to Apply
If you’re ready to help shape the futures of young people across Leicestershire, Northamptonshire and South Lincolnshire, we want to hear from you!
Please send your CV and a cover letter (max 2 pages) telling us why you’re the right person for this role. Applications must be submitted by 23:30 on 18 October 2025. Please note that applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
Interviews will be held via Teams and may take place before the closing date. Please note, we are only able to respond to shortlisted candidates.
At YE we are passionate and committed to keeping your data safe and secure. Full details can be found in the YE People’s Privacy Notice.
Join us – and help us give every young person the chance to thrive. Apply today!
We empower young people to discover, develop and celebrate their skills and potential.
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!
What is the overall purpose of the role?
At Youth Action Alliance (YAA), our mission is to support the personal and social development (their values, beliefs, ideas and skills) of the young people living in Kensington and Chelsea, enabling them to increase their resilience and skills in the present and promote their ambitions for the future.
We are ambitious to grow, to continue supporting more young people and influence positive change. To do this we are looking to appoint a Business Support Officer to provide a range of financial support duties and administer the organisation’s general ledger and finance system.
This post will provide high-quality support to the overall operations of the organisation and the team, to ensure the smooth running of the main sites and enable YAA to meet and deliver on its core objectives and obligations.
The post holder will provide administrative support to YAA, covering a wide range of tasks and activities including (but not limited to) procurement coordination, travel and logistics, department meetings and off-site activities, diary management, meeting coordination, and minute-taking for our board and meetings for staff, members and stakeholders.
General Requirements
- To support the delivery of Youth Action Alliance
- To ensure a friendly, professional and informative service to all visitors and stakeholders
- To maintain a diary and manage all incoming calls and all correspondence
- To maintain a good working relationship across all YAA teams, external stakeholders and suppliers, ensuring queries are dealt with promptly
- To attend and support meetings including minuting (including evening, weekend and events as/when required)
- To collate and maintain all documentation relating to the business
- To act as a point of contact for all Board of Trustees, staff, participants and stakeholders
- To manage office maintenance, including ordering equipment, stationery and products needed for the day-to-day running of YAA
- To be the appointed Fire Marshall and First Aid Officer on site
- To oversee the Health and Safety of YAA and ensure all aspects are attended to in line with the YAA Health and Safety Policy.
- To create and maintain the security of all sensitive data in accordance with YAA Data Protection Policy, including the filing system and database of the shared drive and in-house hard copies
- To coordinate inductions for new starters, ensure DBS checks and training records are kept up to date.
- To maintain risk assessment and action logs for the organisation
- To ensure the main office is kept clean, tidy and presentable
- To manage memberships, contracts/SLAs, facilitators and referrals of YAA
- To support the CEO and team manager directly with administrative duties
- To add participants, staff and registers of all projects to in-house software and produce reports as/when required
- To process organisational income and expenditure and maintain financial records, including preparing accounts against budgets for the Board of Trustees
- To collate reports and data that support evidence building to demonstrate the wider organisational impact
This job description cannot cover every task that may arise within the post at various times and the post-holder will be expected to carry out other duties from time to time that are broadly consistent with those in this document. This job description does not form part of the contract of employment
Person Specification
Essential
- Relevant qualification (college-level or equivalent)
- Strong organisational and administrative skills
- Experience developing and maintaining administrative systems
- Confident working independently and as part of a team
- Database management experience, or willingness to learn
- Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Office (particularly Excel)
- Strong literacy and numeracy, with clear written and verbal communication
- Excellent time management and ability to meet deadlines
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Positive, solutions-focused approach with a can-do attitude
- Ability to manage complex workloads calmly and efficiently
- Good interpersonal skills, with experience engaging diverse groups (including young people)
- Flexible, proactive, and supportive within a small team
- Passionate about supporting children and young people, with a commitment to diversity and inclusion
Desirable
- Training in accounting or finance software
- Recognised accounting qualification (or working towards)
- Experience in a youth organisation
- Knowledge of the charity sector
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
South Bank Students Union is a non-for-profit organisation, which champions social mobility through education and has a vision to disrupt the cycle of inequality in higher education.
We are looking for a Student Voice Coordinator to join our new team as we embark on a five-year strategy to transform the way we engage and support students to help them reach their full potential.
Nowhere is inequality in our education system more recognisable than in higher education, where those from the most privileged backgrounds still have the most equity and most chances to achieve and succeed.
South Bank students have high expectations and ambitions for themselves but lead complex lives where they are faced with the pressures of trying to balance their studies with work and juggling their lives at home. In fact, many don't identify primarily as students, but instead as carers, nurses, engineers, parents, designers, workers, entrepreneurs, apprentices, last chance learners and Londoners.
At South Bank Students' Union we believe that a student's background and life circumstances should not put them at an educational disadvantage, and all students deserve a high-quality University experience and the chance to graduate equipped with the tools to succeed in life - this role is at the heart of this work.
Alongside our current Student Voice Coordinator, the person in this role will be responsible for delivering the Union’s key Student Voice programmes which include: our course rep scheme; student issues tracking; focus groups and officer insight campaigns. They will also provide support for student leaders. This includes supporting the effective election, induction and ongoing development of the Union’s President, Lead Representatives and democratic processes.
We are looking for someone who can truly understand the lived experiences of those who have faced societal barriers to participation, and who is motivated by delivering work which aims to challenge and remove these norms.
Commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
SBSU’s simple vision of disrupting inequality is the heartbeat of the organisation and it is this which steers its decisions, practice, and priorities. It unifies our services, and it drives our staff to remove societal barriers so that all people can achieve their full potential.
SBSU believes that in order to truly disrupt inequality for its members, it must also strive to do this for its workforce – in short, staff must experience it in order to deliver it!
Our Union benefits enormously from having a team of staff with a range of diverse lived experiences. We understand that some life circumstances might be more complex, and that some will have had to overcome more barriers. We value the unique perspectives that are formed by an individual’s background and believe that ‘bringing your whole self to work’ is essential for informed decision making and collaboration and paves the way for high performance so we welcome applications from all, especially if your background and circumstances are traditionally under-represented in the workplace.
Further Information
To find out more information about South Bank Students Union and the role, including the job description and person specification, you can download the recruitment pack below. You can also download our five-year strategy below to help you understand more about our vision for SBSU.
Process
To apply, you will need to:
- submit a copy of your CV
- submit a supporting statement (a maximum of two sides of A4) that details your interest in, and suitability for the role in PDF format.
- answer some questions relating to your eligibility for employment.
- provide some details about your individual identity (not mandatory)
Candidates will be shortlisted based on how well their application demonstrates they meet the criteria in the job description and person specification. Your CV will provide information on your education and work experience, however, your supporting statement is your chance to show why you are right for the role and an opportunity to stand out from others. It should provide clear and relevant examples of how you have met the key criteria, and the successes you have had in your previous roles. An application which does not provide this detail is unlikely to make it through to an interview so please take the time to make sure you have given this full consideration.
The job description and person specification can be found in the recruitment pack which can be downloaded below.
Applications should be submitted electronically via the link above. The closing date for applications is 9:00am on Monday 3 November 2025. Interviews for this role are likely to take place week commencing 24 November 2025.
Shortlisted candidates will receive an invitation to an interview, with a panel of SU staff and elected officers and may also include some written and / or scenario-based tasks.
The students’ union is unable to offer feedback to non shortlisted candidates; however, every applicant will be informed of the outcome of their application.
Accessibility
We encourage applications from candidates from a broad range of backgrounds and life circumstances and want to make sure that this recruitment process is accessible to all. We also recognise that this recruitment process, and the opportunity to join the organisation, is taking place during a period of major instability and uncertainty in the wider world, so should you require support related to this process or attending a digital interview, please let us know at any point during the process.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Restricted Funds Manager
Permanent. Full time.
Location: New Delhi, India
Salary: INR 2,203,979 per year
If we receive a high number of applications, we reserve the right to close the advert before the scheduled window. We therefore encourage you to apply for the position as early as possible.
About us
Christian Aid exists to create a world where everyone can live a full life, free from poverty. We are a global movement of people, churches and local organisations who passionately champion dignity, equality and justice worldwide. We are the changemakers, the peacemakers, the mighty of heart.
We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, and recognise the value this brings in forming strong, creative and high performing teams. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, and from those with experience from outside of the voluntary sector. And no, you don’t have to be Christian to work here – we encourage people of all faiths and none to apply. We just ask that everyone lives out our values of dignity, equality, justice and love. We value a good work-life balance, so we’re open to part-time and flexible working. We also offer hybrid working for our office-based colleagues and the option of being a homeworker for most of our roles too.
About the role
Reporting in to the Finance Operations Lead, the Restricted Funds Manager will act as the Finance business partner to the Multi-Country Cluster (MCC) for restricted funding programmes and to ensure the integrity of restricted funds financial reporting, fostering a team mindset
and facilitate meaningful collaboration across teams.
The post-holder will provide strategic insight into financial restricted management reporting and being able to influence key stakeholders.
Some of the main responsibilities of the Restricted Funds Manager include:
- Drive effective decision in collaboration with MCC’s to track and manage the financial performance of restricted funds projects, highlighting key trends, variances, areas of risk and opportunity, including restricted I&E, restricted balance sheet and cash (including negative cash balances) as well as detailed fund code analysis.
- Support the development of high impact initiatives and delivery of restricted projects through the provision of expert commercial finance input through to the project completion.
- Provide functional leadership facilitating meaningful collaboration to the MCC teams by building partnerships and maintaining strong relationships with all departmental senior managers and their MCC teams.
- Manage financial delivery for the planning and budgeting processes for Christian Aid institutional income working closely with the programme funding team.
- Support country offices with new restricted fund proposal(s), including budget development and final review to ensure that key elements of the proposed budget are included and adhere to the restricted fund policy (e.g. overhead recovery rate, direct cost recovery, cashflow requirements).
- Collaborate with MCC’s and Programme Funding Team in preparing and undertaking external country office donor audits, closing off fund codes, and confirming Partner balances.
- Coordinate between MCC and the Programme Funding Team, when undertaking a multi-country donor led project, inclusive of the whole project cycle from submission of proposal through to donor audit and final donor report.
- Enable and validate the preparation of all notes relating to institutional donor funds for Christian Aid's statutory accounts.
- Promote the exchange of ideas empowering MCC teams to maximise impact in proposing, justifying, initiating, and implementing change with the ability to listen, interpret, influence, negotiate, inspire and challenge.
About you
Who we are looking for
Essential:
- Qualified or Part Qualified Accountant or significant experience.
- Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office.
- Highly developed organisational skills with the ability to work simultaneously across multiple funds and across complex teams.
- Advanced understanding of complex finance systems.
- Highly developed analytical skills and able to quickly review high volume/value financial information for consistency and accuracy.
- Developed communications skills to be assertive, able to challenge and influence seniors as well as peers.
- Understanding Foreign exchange accounting.
Desirable:
- Knowledge of Charity Accounting principles.
- Able to provide training on financial matters.
- Experience in donor reporting.
- Specific expertise on EU, DFID, and other major donor requirements.
- Experience of working in a developing country
Further information
At Christian Aid we strive to be an inclusive and diverse employer and recognise the value that this brings in helping to build strong, creative and high performing teams.
We are actively encouraging racialised minorities, LGBTQ+, people with disabilities, returning parents or carers who are re-entering work after a career break, people with caring responsibilities, people from low socioeconomic backgrounds, women, and older workers to apply. This is because these groups are under-represented within our teams, especially at senior level, and we recognise and value the contributions members of these groups make to strong, creative and high performing teams.
We have a strong Christian ethos and we encourage applications from all faiths. Applicants will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of and sympathy with Christian Aid’s faith identity.
All successful candidates will require a DBS/police check appropriate to the role and location and a Counter Terrorism Sanction check as part of your clearance for commencing your role with us. We also participate in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information as part of the referencing process from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.
This role requires applicants to have the right to live and work in the country where this position is based and undertake the role that you have been offered. If you are successful and we make you an offer for the role, we will be required to conduct a right to work check on your immigration status in the UK. We will contact you regarding the documentation you will need to provide to evidence this.
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!
Are you a strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to finance? Do you want to use your skills to make a real difference in people’s lives?
The Organisation
Canopy is an award-winning, pioneering self-help housing organisation based in inner-city Leeds. We bring empty homes back into use, support homeless families, train volunteers in construction skills, and help diverse neighbourhoods thrive. We are a Charitable Community Benefit Society with a strong social mission and a collaborative, values-driven culture.
The Role
We are looking for a Finance Manager to lead our financial planning, reporting, and compliance, whilst supporting operational excellence. This is a key leadership role, working closely with the Chief Executive and Senior Management Team to ensure the smooth running of our internal infrastructure.
Please visit our website for our full Job Description and Person Spec.
Key Responsibilities include:
Finance
- Lead all financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, payroll, and reporting activities.
- Oversee cash flow, accounting, and audit functions.
- Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal controls, including bank and credit card reconciliations.
- Produce monthly expenditure reports to assist the Senior Management Team.
- Produce quarterly management accounts for Board and Lenders.
- Prepare the annual financial statements and oversee the audit process.
- Ensure financial and regulatory returns are submitted in a timely manner.
- Provide strategic financial insights to the Board, Chief Executive, and Senior Management Team, driving sound decision-making, procurement decisions, business planning, fundraising and value for money.
- Maintain accurate, up-to-date records of Canopy’s tenants’ rent accounts, preparing and issuing statements as required by the regulator.
- Establish and maintain working practices that would comply with the Regulator of Social Housing’s Economic Standards
- Ensure contractors, suppliers, petty cash accounts, and volunteer expenses are paid in a timely manner.
Administration & Operations
- Supervise the bookkeeper.
- Manage the IT Support Contractor, ensuring they maintain data integrity, security, and availability across the organization.
The Person
Essential Criteria
- Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, ACA) or equivalent experience.
- Proven experience in financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
- Experience of managing audits and preparing statutory accounts.
- Experience of working in a senior administrative or operational role.
- Experience of managing or supervising staff and/or contractors.
What we offer:
- Flexible working arrangements and hybrid working
- Generous holiday entitlement, with the option to buy or sell leave
- A supportive, inclusive, and purpose-driven team
- The opportunity to be part of a unique and impactful organisation
- Casual dress in the office
We empower people who are homeless to transform empty houses in Leeds into homes and become part of a community
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Compass is a growing organisation with a long history of bold national campaigns, local groups across the country and a newly launched political network organising within the Labour party, Mainstream.
To grow our network and influence, we are looking to power up our organising, particularly by running impactful events. The Political and Campaigns Organiser will work with the Compass campaigns team to support our national campaigns for electoral reform and public ownership of water. They will also work with Compass’ organising team to support our network of local groups and to contribute to our organising across all progressive parties and in particular within the Labour Party.
They will contribute to our full organising programme, but with particular responsibility for events and working with our local groups. They should be comfortable working flexibly in a small, lively team and with groups with different perspectives.
This role involves:
- Growing, building and coordinating our local groups network across England and supporting their local campaigns.
- Working with the organising team and the local groups to strategise, plan and coordinate actions.
- Working with the whole Compass team to deliver events. We run a range of events throughout the year, from our big event Change: HOW?, our Annual Gathering, our panel events at party conferences and festivals to smaller events like our online party group meetings and briefings on our reports.
- Engaging and activating Compass’ member and supporter base through local groups and organising to maximise our impact, with a view to attracting and energising younger activists.
- Supporting the delivery of effective and creative campaigns - including supporting the campaigns team in writing copy and sending mailouts.
What this role might look like on the day to day:
- Meeting a local group in Warwickshire to plan an effective meeting to build their campaign against the far-right.
- Supporting the team to convene civil society leaders as part of our work on a New Popular Front by sorting logistics for events - choosing a venue or booking catering.
- Writing copy for emails to keep our activists up to date with key information about our activities.
- Supporting the organising team with desk research to feed into our political engagement work.
- Supporting our political party organising by writing template council or CLP motions.
- Following up with a member interested in starting a local group via phone or email, finding out what motivates them and building a relationship.
Requirements
Skills and competencies
We're looking for:
- Strong interest in UK politics, particularly the Labour Party, with a clear understanding of the political context in which we work, which issues are politically sensitive and the culture Compass represents.
- Willingness to learn: open-minded, flexible and eager to learn new skills.
- Ability to collaborate and communicate: able to bring people together to take action, work across networks, with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, online and in person.
- Self-organisation: able to self-motivate, be proactive and work independently to an agreed schedule.
- Flexibility and adaptability: confident handling competing priorities across multiple fronts.
- Enthusiasm and energy: a demonstrable passion for the political change we seek and a willingness to work in pursuit of it.
Experience, qualifications and knowledge
- Experience working with a not-for-profit, political party, charity, trade union or NGO.
- Experience in political organising, whether in a professional or voluntary capacity.
- An insight into how local groups work as part of a national network.
- Experience in managing and running events online and in-person as part of a team.
- Experience of working with volunteers, activists and groups with different beliefs to build trust and work towards common goals.
- An understanding of the UK progressive political scene, particularly the Labour Party, and support for the aims, vision and values of Compass.
Benefits
Compass is a highly ambitious organisation, working to change the way we do politics. With a strong track record of bold and innovative campaigns and a wide network of members, associates and partners, Compass is rapidly expanding its political influence and reach, particularly within the Labour Party via the Mainstream network.
Mainstream is a new hopeful and purposeful vehicle to turn the Labour Party back once again to the direction of hope and a progressive and plural future.
This post is suitable for someone who believes in and wants to be part of creating the vision and culture of a good society and wants to work flexibly and energetically to further these goals. Though small in size, the team is supported by a community of partners, allies, members and supporters.
This role is suitable for someone who wants to work hard to develop new skills and is able to learn on the job, even if they haven’t worked in a political role before.
Pay will be £27,000, London-based, with room for flexible working in terms of hours and location. The team has an office in central London (near Vauxhall) and the likely candidate would need to be comfortable travelling to the office at least 2- 3 times a week.
You will work closely with Compass’ Deputy Director and our Political Affairs and Organising Officer who will offer managerial support and work with you to develop and deepen your skills over time.
The position is full-time and we are looking for someone to start as soon as possible. There is a 3-month probationary period.
Compass is committed to providing equal opportunities to people regardless of background and we actively seek applications from people with backgrounds that are underrepresented in our sector, especially with regards to race and class. We recognise that representation in our sector is not good enough; this makes our politics and our campaigns weaker. As such, we particularly encourage applications from people who can demonstrate the skills, even if they have never worked in this precise field. We welcome people to apply who can demonstrate their aptitude, even if a career in politics has so far been closed off to them.
To apply for this role follow the below link. You will be asked to upload a CV and answer three questions related to the position.
The application deadline is Tuesday 28th October, 10am. We expect interviews to be held in October and November and will explain more about the process if you’re invited to the next round.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Using Anonymous Recruitment
This organisation is using Anonymous Recruitment to reduce bias in the first stages of the hiring process. Submit your application as normal and our system will anonymise it for you. Your personal information will be hidden until the recruiter contacts you.
Do you want to play a pivotal role in ending impunity for corruption and defending democracy?
Spotlight on Corruption has an exciting opportunity for a passionate and creative individual with a flair for networking and a track record of bringing in funds for charitable causes to lead our fundraising programme.
Now more than ever, powerful anti-corruption voices are needed in a fragmented world where democracy is under threat globally. Join our small, tenacious, driven and highly collaborative team, and be part of the anti-corruption movement creating a more hopeful future.
Deadline for applications is 23.30 on 18th October 2025.
About Spotlight
Spotlight on Corruption is a bold, brave voice that pushes forward the anti-corruption agenda in a pragmatic and credible way. We are agile and opportunistic, seizing political opportunities to push for reforms, while continually building the evidence base through our court monitoring, enforcement tracking and research. We punch above our weight in holding the government to account for taking action against corruption, cronyism, and dirty money in the UK.
Spotlight’s team consists of an Executive Director, Deputy Director, Head of Finance & Operations, Senior Policy & Campaign Lead, Senior Advocacy Adviser, Senior Communications Advisor, and Senior Policy Researcher. The Senior Philanthropy and Partnership Fundraising Manager is a new role, bringing the staff team to eight. We are committed to maintaining our exceptional team working environment, flexible working arrangements, and ensuring that staff are recognised, respected and have opportunity to develop in their roles.
In the six years since it was established, Spotlight has had significant trust fundraising success and established strong relationships with institutional funders who understand our work and its impact. Under a new three year strategy we are seeking to sustainably grow and diversify our funding base - across trusts and foundations and by establishing a major donor fundraising programme to enable us to increase our impact.
We are looking for someone experienced, ambitious and creative to be our first Senior Philanthropy and Partnership Manager, to drive our fundraising strategy, create new opportunities and relationships, lead the cultivation and stewardship of new trust funders, and develop a new major donor fundraising programme.
In this role you will have strategic accountability for fundraising and overseeing progress towards fundraising targets, working with the team and the Board to generate ideas and deliver proposals for raising funds, and for highlighting our impact to potential donors. You will be a hands-on fundraiser, who builds relationships with donors, keeps on top of developments in the funding landscape, develops compelling and creative pitches and proposals for funders, and as a result delivers sustainable income generation to ensure Spotlight achieves our organisational goals.
Key responsibilities
-
Lead on executing Spotlight’s fundraising strategy and donor management
-
Identify, maintain and develop a robust pipeline of prospects and funders across high-net-worth individuals, trusts and foundations and other appropriate giving vehicles
-
Nurture long-term relationships with existing and prospective trusts and foundations, high net-worth individuals and Donor-Advised Funds
-
Work with the team to develop exciting ideas to pitch to funders and to highlight our impact, as well as identifying funding gaps and opportunities
-
Prepare and submit high-quality, tailored grant applications to secure trust funding for specific projects and core activities
-
Work effectively and collaboratively with the wider team, Executive Director and Board to deliver the fundraising strategy and embed fundraising confidence and process across the team
-
Work with the team to develop Spotlight’s impact story and generate ideas about promoting Spotlight’s work, in line with our values
-
Track our fundraising efforts and maintain an effective overview of relationships through our Beacon CRM system
Person specification - essential criteria
-
A creative and proactive mindset, with the ability to take initiative and generate new opportunities
-
Proven ability to communicate effectively and persuasively, with strong oral, writing, presentation, relationship building and networking skills
-
Proven track record in developing and nurturing productive and long-term relationships with potential funders
-
Proven track record of meeting targets from a high-value fundraising programme (trusts and major donors)
-
Proven track record in researching and identifying new trust and major donor prospects, and developing effective cultivation, solicitation and stewardship plans
-
Experience of developing exciting pitches and high-quality funding proposals with narrative and financial reports
-
Collaborative and solutions-focused, with the ability to lead internal engagement in fundraising and grant management
-
Highly organised, with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines and excellent attention to detail
-
IT proficiency, with the ability to maintain accurate and timely records using our Beacon CRM system
-
An understanding of due diligence in relation to donors and donations
-
A passion for fighting corruption
-
Eligibility to live and work in the UK
Person specification - desirable criteria
-
Ability to think strategically about fundraising and how it interacts with the overall organisation strategy
-
Experience of raising funds a field that is relevant or related to fighting corruption
-
Good financial literacy and understanding of project budgets and restricted / unrestricted funding
-
Experience of organising major donor cultivation events
Spotlight on Corruption is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable environment where all staff feel respected and valued. We conduct anonymous long-listing to help promote fairness and diversity. We encourage candidates from different backgrounds and experiences to apply, especially those from underrepresented groups. If you don't meet 100% of the qualifications but are excited about the role, we'd love to hear from you.
Working arrangements:
Two year contract with a view to making this a permanent role. Four days (28 hours) per week - with flexibility depending on the right candidate. 24 days of annual leave (pro rated from 30 for full-time roles) plus pro rated public holidays. Remote working from home required, with regular meetings - sometimes at short notice - in London. Flexible working available.
Responsible to: Head of Finance & Operations
Start date: As soon as possible
Applications should be made by way of a covering letter setting out suitability for the role set against the person specification, and a CV.
Short-listing will take place w/c 20th October.
We anticipate that interviews for short-listed candidates will take place via Zoom during w/c 27th October or w/c 3rd November (first round). There will be in-person interviews in London following that (for those who progress to the second round).
Spotlight on Corruption shines a light on the UK’s role in corruption at home and abroad.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Queen’s Crescent Community Association (QCCA) runs one of the largest and most diverse older people’s services in Camden. We operate in the borough’s most deprived area and annually support around 300 people aged 55+ to live happier, healthier, more connected lives.
The new co-ordinator will be responsible for delivering a full programme of activities. This includes chair-based exercises and yoga, 1:1 gym sessions, line dancing, reflexology, drama, art & craft, bingo, coffee mornings, movie matinees, outings and a Wednesday Lunch Club. We also offer free advice and advocacy sessions to support our older members with issues including housing, benefits and PIP, housing.
The ideal candidate will want to make good personal connections with our users, as well as showing passion for growing the programme overall, in size and scope.
Tentative interview dates: 30 Oct 2025 & 31 Oct 2025
Without a cover letter (2 page) , your application will not be considered.
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!
Registered Nurse Manager
Are you an experienced leader in residential care?
Do you thrive in a compassionate, faith-driven environment?
Ready to lead a dedicated team towards excellent care? Join us at Bridgemead!
We’re searching for a proactive and dedicated Registered Nurse Manager to lead our committed care team at Bridgemead Care Home. Bridgemead is a 32-bed residential care home by the river in central Bath. The home cares for those who live with dementia and respite care in Bath.
This role is more than just a job – it’s a calling. We seek a manager who aligns with our evangelical Christian ethos to continue our tradition of faith-led care for our residents.
As part of Pilgrims’ Friend Society, we are driven by a mission to serve and enrich the lives of older people through person-centred care within a nurturing Christian community.
What You’ll Do:
- Ensure high-quality care in line with our policies and Christian values;
- Lead and manage the care and hospitality teams ensuring they are well-trained and motivated;
- Oversee the development and implementation of care plans
- Responsible for the home’s budget, in conjunction with the Head Office Finance Team. This includes local purchasing etc within budget limits;
- Manage complaints from residents, relatives and staff in accordance with Society policy;
- Engage with local church and community groups to maximise voluntary help and spiritual support available;
- Uphold the Christian ethos of the home through leadership and example.
What You’ll Bring:
- Management experience in a residential care home or similar setting;
- Qualification in Health & Social Care (Level 3 or above);
- Strong leadership and people management skills;
- A passion for person-centred care and working with older people;
- Excellent organisational and communication abilities;
- IT proficiency (Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook);
- Ability to manage workload and remain calm under pressure.
Hours:
Full-time, 40 hours per week, with occasional weekend, bank holiday, and on-call cover as required.
Why Join Us?
- Salary: £47,000 to £50,000 per annum
- 5 Weeks' paid holiday per year as well as bank and public holidays
- Training & development
- Ongoing support from management
- Perkbox – including an Employee assistance programme
- Care Friends referral
- Long-standing service rewards
- Birthday rewards
- Life assurance scheme
- Pension scheme
Apply today to make a lasting impact on the lives of our residents in a role filled with purpose and fulfilment. Bridgemead is waiting for you!
Please note: This role has an Occupational Requirement to be filled by an evangelical Christian under the provisions of the Equality Act (2010).
We are committed to having a diverse senior management team and we encourage applications from disabled and Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic candidates, as these groups are under-represented on our senior management team at present.
Please note: this vacancy may close sooner if sufficient applications have been received so please apply as soon as possible if interested.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Engagement and Development Manager
Location: The Bay Foodbank, NE29 6BA
Hours: Full time (40 hours per week)
Salary: £31,592.78
At The Bay Foodbank, we believe no one in our community should go hungry or face crisis alone. We provide emergency food support, reduce food waste, and work with partners to build a stronger, more resilient community.
We are now looking for an Engagement and Development Manager to join our Senior Leadership Team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about community impact, experienced in stakeholder engagement and fundraising, and ready to help shape the future of the foodbank.
About the Role
As Engagement and Development Manager, you will:
Lead on fundraising and income generation, developing strategies to secure support from donors, grants, community events, and corporate partnerships.
Build and nurture relationships with partners, supporters, volunteers, and the wider community.
Develop and deliver marketing and communications campaigns to raise awareness of our work.
Support organisational growth through strategic planning and operational improvements.
Provide line management to staff, supporting their development and fostering a collaborative culture.
This role is central to ensuring the foodbank remains financially sustainable, operationally effective, and deeply connected to the community we serve.
About You
We are looking for someone who has:
Experience in fundraising, stakeholder engagement, or communications.
Strong relationship-building and leadership skills.
The ability to manage projects, prioritise, and work under pressure.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
A positive, professional, and engaging approach.
Experience in the voluntary/community sector and a full driving licence are desirable.
Why Join Us?
You’ll be joining a dedicated team that believes in creating real change and supporting people when they need it most. You’ll be making a real, meaningful and instant impact on peoples lives.
If you are motivated, proactive, and ready to make a difference, we would love to hear from you.
Closing Date: Monday 27th October 2025
Interviews: Tuesday 04th - Wednesday 05th November 2025.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Using Anonymous Recruitment
This organisation is using Anonymous Recruitment to reduce bias in the first stages of the hiring process. Submit your application as normal and our system will anonymise it for you. Your personal information will be hidden until the recruiter contacts you.
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!
Join our team as a Ruby Developer helping us to support teachers, champion great teaching and raise the status of the profession by managing our membership platform and working with our Head of Data and Digital to transition to a Salesforce-centred management system.
Unfortunately we are unable to consider applicants based outside of the UK at this time.
For an audio description of this role and the full application pack, please visit our website.
Job Title: Ruby Developer
Reports To: Head of Data and Digital
Salary: up to £450 per day (inclusive of VAT if applicable)
Contract: Part-time, fixed-term until 31st August 2026 (potential of extension, depending on business need)
Hours: 7 hours per week
Based: Home-based. Our team work from across the country and we are happy to support remote working with the option to come into the London office (WC1) for occasional meetings
Start date: November 2025
Deadline and interview: Applications will close on Sunday 19th October 2025.
Competency-based interviews will be held on Monday 3rd November but we will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis so we may interview as soon as a suitable candidate is identified.
Application: Please apply here by uploading your CV and cover letter. Please use the guidance when writing your cover letter. We encourage you to apply promptly as we will be reviewing applications as they are received and may complete the process earlier than expected if an excellent candidate is identified at an early stage.
The Organisation
The Chartered College of Teaching is a charity and the professional body for teachers. We are working to empower a knowledgeable and respected teaching profession through membership and accreditation.
We are dedicated to bridging the gap between practice and research and equipping teachers from the moment they enter the classroom with the knowledge and confidence to make the best decisions for their pupils.
Our activities mainly focus on four key areas:
- membership
- teacher CPD and accreditation
- research, policy and events
- online and print resources
Since opening membership in 2017, we have grown rapidly. In total our work reaches over 40,000 teachers and more than 3 million young people. In 2020 we published reports ‘Education in Times of Crisis’ around the impact of lockdown; in 2021 we won the Memcom award for ‘Best magazine for a Professional Association or Membership Organisation’; in 2024 we published the working paper ‘Teacher professionalism report’. To date over 600 teachers have been celebrated at Graduation ceremonies for our Chartered Teacher Status pathways. We are a growing and multi-skilled team of 30 people, supported by a Board with a significant track record of experience in a range of fields. Our business plan focuses on growing membership and Chartered Status, and providing meaningful professional learning opportunities for the teaching profession. This role will support our transition from our in-house management platform to Salesforce.
The Opportunity
Our Membership Platform supports the College membership functions to make a difference to the lives of over 3.6 million children taught by our members. It is used to track, manage and support our members to access their benefits.
We are recruiting a Ruby Developer within the Service Operations team to manage our membership platform and provide support to users who access it. During the contract you will:
- Monitor and resolve any issues arising with the platform.
- Manage and maintain the platform so it remains operational.
- Work closely with the Head of Data and Digital to successfully transform and move the current data and services to a new platform built on Salesforce.
- Support membership operations with reporting, payment and refund requests.
This would be an ideal opportunity to work on a project to move our data and processes from a Ruby platform to Salesforce which will move the College’s processes forward to ensure a strong future. In this role you will:
- have autonomy for maintaining and managing our existing membership platform;
- work collaboratively with many of the team across the business, supporting recruitment and retention of our members; and
- help to grow the professional membership organisation for the teaching profession and be part of the team driving the organisation forward at an exciting time for the future of the College.
Platform Management and Maintenance
Most of the time, you will be managing the membership platform, fixing any bugs, keeping the server up to date, ensuring stability, and providing reports to various stakeholders within the College. You will also provide support to the membership team with refund requests through GoCardless and Stripe.
Data and Process Transition
You will spend some of your time working with the Head of Data and Digital to move all relevant membership data and processes over to Salesforce. This will entail preparing data in the correct format and providing support to move automated processes over to the new system.
About You
You do not need to have expertise in absolutely all areas, let us decide! We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and encourage you to apply. We’re looking for someone that is motivated by our vision. Systems you would be using include Ruby, Heroku, Salesforce, Stripe (including the API) and GoCardless.
Skills and experience
Essential
- Proficiency in Ruby and Ruby on Rails, with 3+ years of experience and with a total of 8+ years in professional software development
- Experience of using Postgres databases
- Technical expertise in platform hosting, integration and upgrades
- Solid experience in CSS using SASS
- Experience of Git development CI
Desirable
- Experience of using Salesforce
- Experience of Using the Stripe API and GoCardless API
- Experience of using Heroku to manage servers and deployment
As well as technical requirements, we are looking for people who:
- have a systematic and analytical approach to problem-solving and technical troubleshooting;
- have the ability to work independently to troubleshoot and resolve problems;
- can work collaboratively with team members to bring about constructive changes and processes;
- ability to explain technical issues to non-technical people.
Why Us?
As an organisation, we care deeply about creating a working environment that supports our people to grow personally and professionally. These are reflected in our organisational values, which outline the distinctive working culture we are looking to create. In particular, these values are reflected in our commitment to:
- Flexible working: responsive management, flexible hours, hybrid or fully remote working
- Professional development, including formal and informal training and support
- Transparency and ownership: we have an open culture that ensures all staff guide our strategic direction
Diversity and inclusion at the Chartered College
As a growing organisation, we are committed to:
- Becoming increasingly representative of the sector and geographies that we operate in
- Providing a positive experience of work as part of an inclusive culture led by our organisational values
- Maintaining an annual EDI action plan - led by the internal team.
What to expect from the recruitment process
- All applications are anonymised until the point of interview
- Line Managers trained in recognising bias
- We implement a standardised interview template and competencies matrix for a fair and transparent process
- All interviews are conducted via Zoom and the use of camera is optional.
If you require any adjustments in order to proceed with an application, including an audio version of this application pack, please make a request as per the application pack.
For more information about joining the Chartered College, please watch this short video from Dame Alison Peacock (CEO).
Your Personal Data
As part of the recruitment process, the Chartered College of Teaching collects and processes personal data relating to job applicants. The organisation is committed to being transparent about how it collects and uses that data and to meeting its data protection obligations.
Pre-employment checks
All conditional offers of employment are subject to:
- Two satisfactory references
- Proof of qualifications
- Eligibility to work in the UK.
We are an employer committed to the safeguarding of children and young people.
You must provide a cover letter and CV for your application to be reviewed. Full details can be found in the application pack.
Our mission is to empower a knowledgeable and respected teaching profession.


The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Tender is an arts charity working with children and young people to prevent domestic abuse and sexual violence through creative projects. Our programmes are safe, enjoyable, age-appropriate spaces where young people can engage with sensitive topics and “rehearse” for real-life scenarios. Participants are encouraged to be both consumers and producers of learning through script-work, role-play and creative media such as films and art. Throughout, we enable young people to explore their choices, rights and expectations in relationships and to recognise the early warning signs of abuse.
The Research & Impact Manager plays a vital role in our team, with a broad scope to get to the heart of, and tell the story of, our impact through quantitative and qualitative data. Your role is essential in providing insights and conclusions that critique and strengthen our theory of change and inform programme development. You will also increase our credibility with supporters through robustly-evidenced reporting, and inform the development of our policy and influencing work.
This is a role which encompasses both big picture thinking and detailed design and implementation. You will oversee monitoring and evaluation projects across Tender, engaging stakeholders within and outside the charity. You will also provide research-based advice and expertise to internal teams, using your insights to help inform and develop practice.
Your expertise will strengthen the impact we have on over 30,000 young people every year and play a crucial role in raising the funding needed to continue delivering this work.
Role Purpose
The main purposes of the Corporate Partnerships Officer role are:
- Managing the continually improving the digital systems to improve Tender’s monitoring and evaluation structures and procedures
- Leading the development and implementation of monitoring and evaluation frameworks and processes across Tender, with the support of the COO
- Distilling learning from Tender’s work and wider research into key insights to inform ongoing service improvement, new initiatives, policy work, profile-raising and income generation
- Conducting research into arts-based and other interventions to prevent violence against women and girls (VAWG) and applying insights to improve Tender’s work
Essential knowledge and experience
- Understanding of impact measurement and evaluation, applying appropriate and proportionate approaches, tools and methods to maximise learning at project and organisational level
- Understanding of quantitative and qualitative research techniques and comfortable using them to gather relevant data
- Understanding of the use of theories of change and outcomes frameworks
- Advanced proficiency in office and CRM software, in particular Excel, PowerPoint and Salesforce
- Advanced proficiency in Power BI
- Experience of data administration and analytics, sometimes from disjointed data sets, with the ability to produce high-quality outputs to clearly explain findings
- Experience of responding to and managing customer expectations, tailoring approach to the needs of the customer and developing new and innovative options
- Experience of building and maintaining successful relationships with diverse range of partners across corporate, public, and third sectors
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Using Anonymous Recruitment
This organisation is using Anonymous Recruitment to reduce bias in the first stages of the hiring process. Submit your application as normal and our system will anonymise it for you. Your personal information will be hidden until the recruiter contacts you.
Are you skilled at stewarding funder partnerships and unlocking new income streams to support impactful education work across the UK?
Want to play a key role in shaping the ambitious direction for a national charity that sees that all young people are equipped through citizenship and democratic education?
Young Citizens is a UK education charity on a mission to help children and young people thrive in their communities and society. For nearly forty years we’ve equipped young people with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to understand how democracy and society works, and how they can be a part of it. We’re a small, dynamic team working in each nation with a bold vision for the future. We have a well-loved set of digital lessons, tools and immersive programmes that primary and secondary schools come to each year to help deliver inspiring, quality citizenship education.
This is a newly created and pivotal role that will lead our approach to income generation and strategic growth. As Senior Business Development & Partnerships Manager, you’ll be responsible for identifying and developing new opportunities, particularly in corporate partnerships, trust fundraising, and strategic collaborations, while also shaping how we position and promote our offer.
You’ll work closely with the CEO and senior management team to drive forward our mission and build meaningful relationships with stakeholders across sectors.
Role snapshot:
- Lead the delivery and success of our bold income generation strategy
- Identify and secure new funding opportunities, with a focus on corporate partnerships and trusts/foundations
- Shape and promote Young Citizens’ offer and work for external audiences, enhancing visibility, advocacy and reach
- Build and manage high-value relationships with funders, partners, and collaborators
- Contribute to organisational strategy and planning as a key member of the senior management team
- Represent the charity externally, championing our work and impact
Who are we looking for?
We’re looking for a strategic and proactive senior leader with a proven track record in income generation and business development, ideally within the charity, education, or corporate responsibility sectors. This role requires a collaborative and entrepreneurial self-starter who can effectively manage and grow our existing network of funders, while also contributing to the development of our evolving business model.
You’ll bring:
- Significant experience in securing income from corporate partnerships and/or trusts and foundations
- Excellent relationship-building and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to quickly understand social impact areas and align them with funder priorities
- Strong communication skills, including the ability to write persuasive proposals and deliver compelling pitches
- A strategic mindset, with experience contributing to organisational planning and growth
- The ability to develop tailored business models and outreach campaigns with both speed and care
- A collaborative, confident approach and experience working at a senior level, including with CEOs or executive teams
- A team player mindset, interested in helping shape great organisational culture and performance
If you’re excited by the opportunity to shape a new role, influence strategy, and help grow a mission-driven organisation, we’d love to hear from you.
Benefits of working at Young Citizens
In addition to joining a small, friendly, and supportive team, we offer:
- Hybrid and flexible working options
- Enhanced employer pension contribution
- 28 days annual leave plus eight Bank Holidays
- Paid volunteering leave
- A day off for your birthday
- Employee assistance programme
- Enhanced sickness and maternity policies
- Season ticket loan
- The opportunity to make a real difference to children and young people across the UK
This is a hybrid role, requiring attendance at our St. Paul’s, London office for a minimum of 2 days per week. Candidates must be based within a reasonable commuting distance to London and have the existing right to work in the UK.
To learn more about the role and the application process, please refer to the job pack for full details.
As long as this advert is live, we are accepting applications.
To apply, please submit your CV along with a one-page cover letter outlining your interest in the role and how your experience aligns with the person specification. This will give you the best chance of being shortlisted.
Closing date: 12pm on Monday, 26th October 2025
Please note:
• Young Citizens is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
• Young Citizens welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
Young Citizens is a citizenship education charity that informs, equips and inspires children and young people across the UK to be active citizens.



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!
Ivy Rock Partners is supporting a large, mission-driven education trust in the search for a Financial Controller to lead and elevate its central finance and payroll functions. This is a high-impact leadership role within a values-led organisation committed to improving life chances for young people across the country.
As Financial Controller, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and safeguarding the financial integrity of a complex multi-site organisation. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, you’ll lead central finance and payroll teams, ensure exceptional financial stewardship, and provide strategic insight to senior executives and trustees.
You’ll work closely with leadership across the organisation to deliver robust financial reporting, optimise systems, drive operational improvements, and enhance financial literacy across teams.
Key Responsibilities:
Leadership & Strategy:
- Support the CFO in developing and delivering the organisation’s financial strategy
- Lead and develop central finance and payroll teams to drive high performance
- Build strong relationships with senior leaders, trustees, and external partners
- Contribute to strategic decision-making, business planning and resource modelling
- Financial Reporting & Compliance
- Lead the production of statutory accounts and management accounts
- Oversee cashflow planning, budgeting, forecasting, VAT, and pension obligations
- Manage submissions to external bodies and ensure compliance with sector regulation
- Maintain strong controls across balance sheet reconciliations and financial reporting
Systems & Process Improvement:
- Oversee finance systems, upgrades and integrations in collaboration with IT
- Ensure system functionality is fully embedded across the organisation
- Drive process optimisation and produce accessible finance guidance for stakeholders
Financial Control & Audit:
- Ensure robust financial controls across all finance activity
- Lead internal and external audit processes and implement recommendations
- Support development and review of financial policies and procedures
Payroll Leadership:
- Manage end-to-end payroll operations for all staff
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and sector standards
- Partner with HR on employee changes and workforce planning
Procurement & Contracts:
- Oversee key supplier relationships, contracts, and value-for-money initiatives
- Contribute to compliant and effective tender processes
About You:
You will be a fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent) with experience leading finance teams in a complex organisation, ideally within education, public sector, or charity environments. You’ll bring strong technical knowledge, excellent stakeholder management, and a track record of process improvement and team leadership.
You will also demonstrate:
- Credibility working with executive leaders and boards
- Experience with financial systems and reporting frameworks
- Confidence in managing statutory accounts, audits, and regulatory returns
- The ability to inspire, mentor and develop high-performing teams
- A commitment to organisational values, inclusion, and public impact
For a confidential conversation about the role, please get in touch with Megan Hunter.