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Headstart is transforming how we restore and manage headwater catchments — bringing together water companies, conservation experts, researchers and policymakers to help the water sector to capitalise on the special benefits of working with small waters.
We’re looking for a dynamic and collaborative Technical Programme Manager to drive delivery across a complex, multi-partner programme. You’ll sit at the heart of the programme — coordinating people, science and delivery — turning innovative ideas into real-world impact.
Why this role?
• Lead a nationally significant programme influencing policy and practice
• Work with a diverse partnership across the water and environmental sectors
• Play a key role in tackling the climate and biodiversity crises
• Help shape future investment and decision-making in water management
About you
You’ll be a confident programme leader with strong organisational skills, a collaborative mindset, and the ability to navigate complexity. Experience in environmental or catchment-based work is a plus — but just as important is your ability to connect people, manage delivery and drive progress.
Freshwater Habitats Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.
Please send a covering letter and application form as well as a copy of your CV.
No agencies, please.
Closing date for applications: Friday 26th June 2026 at 5pm
Interview date: 7th & 8th July 2026
Freshwater is our passion. Together, we can make a difference for wildlife.



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Job Description
Main duties and responsibilities
Manage the DUK project portfolio
- Become a subject matter expert in applied and translational research in DMD, allowing informed decision making and effective communication with key stakeholders
- Support identification of new project and collaborative opportunities, including the ongoing management and delivery of our applicant-led funding call
- Support the Director of Research and Development in project scientific review, working with the Scientific Advisory Board, Patient Advisory Board, Senior Leadership Team and DUK Board of Trustees
- Manage project development and initiation, including contracting, the development of detailed project plans, including go/no-go milestones, and budgets
- Manage and oversee project delivery, including monitoring of progress, according to agreed timelines and deliverables (including written updates and formal reports), and managing project finances, including reviewing and approval of invoices and monitoring project expenditure
- Support research budget forecasting in liaison with the finance team and the Director of Research and Development, and ensure compliance across the project portfolio
- Build and manage relationships with external partners and maintain regular communication through the project life cycle
- Support the Director of Research and Development to identify areas of strategic focus to inform the development of new research programmes
- Contribute to and support the development of DUK led research proposals for external funding and work with the income generation team to identify opportunities for research funding
Research governance and processes
- Maintain and improve, as relevant, internal processes for research management and governance
- Act as system owner for the research functions within DUK’s CRM (Salesforce), maintaining records and driving process improvements for grant workflows and monitoring
- Support the Director of Research and Development in research governance activities
- Support the Director of Research and Development to ensure compliance with the Association of Medical Research Charities (AMRC) requirements, such as - contributing to annual data collection and surveys; implementation of AMRC processes and reviews recommendations, as relevant; keep up to date with relevant news and opportunities for training, collaboration and networking
Support the Director of Research and Development on the following external engagement activities
- Development and implementation of outreach and engagement activities in the DMD patient and research community to inform areas for research focus and prioritisation
- Scoping and development of formal and informal strategic partnerships and relationships with key stakeholder organisations (e.g. membership societies, other charities, consortia etc)
Support delivery of DUK flagship strategic programmes
DUK has strategic programmes in clinical research access and capacity, care standards and care access, assistive technologies and patient data. Under the oversight of the Director of Research and Development and working closely with the relevant programme team:
- Coordinate key programme updates and discussions between the DUK team and the programme teams
- Working with DUK comms team, support the development of external comms and marketing
- Working with the Director of Research and Development and the programme teams, support development of new initiatives and external funding opportunities
Other key responsibilities
- Provide general research admin support (e.g. arrange research meetings, both internal and external, prepare agendas and take minutes)
- Work with DUK comms team to identify case studies and success stories and support the development of the research comms strategy
- Coordinate research comms and work with the Director of Research and Development and comms team to ensure all research content is accurate and appropriate
- Work with the income generation and comms teams to provide updates to our key co-funding partners
- Support the collection of portfolio data across all programmes for DUK KPIs and to support DUK impact report development
- Coordinate and deliver research led events and support the Director of Research and Development in the agenda and content development for the annual Duchenne UK New Horizons conference
- Travel across the UK to attend meetings with partners
APPLYING FOR THIS JOB
Please send us a copy of your CV with a cover letter (max 1 page) that includes the following:
1. Please tell us why you would like to work for Duchenne UK.
2. In the job description, we have highlighted a range of essential experience and skills that we need. Please describe how you have demonstrated these with practical examples.
3. If you think you have other qualities, we have not mentioned but which you think suit this role, please let us know. We want to know some of the things you have done and the experiences you’ve had, and what you think they have taught you.
4. Tell us one thing that really excites you about this role.
Please email your application by 10am on Monday 22nd June 2026
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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1. Background
Osman Consulting Ltd supports the design, coordination, and implementation of humanitarian and development programmes across multiple regions, with a primary focus on Asia, the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and Latin America
The organisation delivers a diverse portfolio of interventions spanning emergency response, seasonal, education (including back-to-school initiatives), food security and livelihoods (including zero hunger programming), and other humanitarian priorities. Osman Consulting works through a partnership-based approach, collaborating closely with local implementing partners to ensure contextually appropriate, responsive, and sustainable programme delivery.
2. Purpose of the Role
The Senior Programmes Officer (Maternity Cover) is responsible for supporting the effective coordination, delivery, and development of a multi-country humanitarian programme portfolio. The role ensures continuity of programme implementation during the maternity cover period by maintaining strong partner relationships, overseeing programme progress, and supporting high-quality proposal development and reporting.
The post holder will act as a key focal point for communication with implementing partners and internal teams, ensuring that programme activities remain on track, compliant, and responsive to evolving needs. The role also contributes to organisational growth through proposal development, donor engagement, and strengthening partnerships.
3.Terms of Reference
- Duty Station: Solihull, B90 4BG, United Kingdom (Hybrid)
- Reporting to: Programmes Manager
- Line Management: Provides technical guidance and oversight to field partners and may support the supervision of interns
- Contract Type: Fixed-term maternity cover contract (12 months), subject to organisational requirements
- Full time/Part time: Full Time
- Travel: International travel may be required depending on programme and organisational needs.
4. Scope of Work and Key Responsibilities
Programme Coordination and Partner Management
- Maintain regular communication with implementing partners across multiple countries
- Coordinate programme activities to ensure timely and effective delivery
- Support negotiation and alignment with field teams and partners on implementation priorities
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with partners and stakeholders
Proposal Development, Business Development and Donor Engagement
- Lead the development of project proposals, concept notes, and budgets
- Contribute to business development efforts, including drafting marketing materials and supporting donor engagement
- Develop marketing and programme-related materials to support fundraising and visibility
- Build and maintain relationships with donors and external stakeholders
Programme Monitoring, Reporting and Compliance
- Review narrative and financial reports from partners for quality and accuracy
- Track programme deliverables, milestones, and deadlines across projects
- Maintain programme trackers, dashboards, and internal monitoring tools
- Liaise with Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) teams to support programme tracking and learning
- Ensure documentation and data are organised, accurate, and up to date
Financial Coordination
- Coordinate closely with the finance team on budgets, forecasts, and expenditure tracking
- Review partner budgets and support financial planning processes
- Ensure alignment between programme delivery and financial requirements
Design, Communications and Knowledge Products
- Develop visual and written materials including presentations, one-pagers, capability statements, and reports
- Support media and communications outputs using design tools such as Canva and Adobe Creative Suite
- Contribute to internal and external communications materials to enhance programme visibility
- Support media-related activities, including content development and basic media training where required
Capacity Building and Team Support
- Provide training and guidance to implementing partners on project requirements and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
- Develop and refine internal documents such as SOPs and guidance materials
- Support onboarding, training, and supervision of interns
- Provide support to colleagues across programme activities as required
Systems, Learning and Operational Support
- Maintain and update programme databases and information systems
- Support feedback collection processes, including surveys and learning inputs
- Contribute to problem-solving and continuous improvement across programmes
- Participate in calls across multiple time zones and undertake occasional travel as required
Procurement and supply chain support
- Support review of procurement requests, specifications, delivery schedules, and procurement documentation for completeness before onward processing.
- Track status of procurement packages, purchase actions, vendor communications, and delivery milestones and flag bottlenecks for management attention.
- Coordinate with the Operations and Logistics Officer in the field on shipment status, local sourcing issues, warehousing constraints, and asset receipt confirmation.
Operational risk management
- Identify operational bottlenecks relating to procurement timing, delivery sequencing, documentation gaps, or service support readiness.
- Provide timely updates to the Programmes Manager on issues requiring escalation or re-prioritisation.
5. Qualifications and Experience
- Degree or equivalent experience in international development, humanitarian studies, or a related field
- Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in programme coordination, project management, or humanitarian/development settings
- Proven experience in proposal development, including budget preparation
- Strong experience working with implementing partners and managing multi-country programmes
- Experience reviewing narrative and financial reports and ensuring donor compliance
- Familiarity with working alongside finance and monitoring and evaluation (M&E) teams
6. Core Competencies
- Strong organisational and coordination skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with fluency in English required; Arabic is desirable
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Experience developing presentations, reports, and programme materials
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint); experience with tools such as Canva or Adobe
- Ability to work independently, take initiative and coordinate across multiple time zones in a fast-paced environment
7. Compliance, Safeguarding and Ethics
The post holder is expected to uphold Osman Consulting Ltd policies, donor requirements, humanitarian principles, and all applicable national and international regulations.
The role requires full compliance with safeguarding standards, including Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment (PSEAH), child safeguarding, confidentiality, and data protection requirements.
The post holder must promote accountability, inclusion, and non-discrimination in all aspects of their work, ensuring respectful engagement with all stakeholders.
Any concerns relating to fraud, corruption, conflicts of interest, safeguarding incidents, or security risks must be reported promptly through the appropriate channels.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About Working Animals International
Working Animals International (formerly known as SPANA) is dedicated to transforming the wefare of working animals in greatest need globally By increasing access to skills, knowledge and resources and campaigning for policy change, we're building a world where working animals are healthy and valued, communities are stronger, and livelhoods are more secure.
About this role
The Individual Giving Manager will play a key role in developing and delivering our individual giving programmes. They will work closely with our Head of Individual Giving to shape strategic plans across UK and international markets, driving income growth and expanding our global impact.
The Individual Giving manager will manage the development and delivery of our regular giving programme in the UK and globally, using market and audience insight and learnings to ensure optimal performance across the programme.
Contract, location and salary
This is a full-time (34.5 hours per week) permanent role. This is a UK based role, with regular attendance (1-2 days per month, or more if preferred) in our London office, and applicants must have the right to work in the UK. The salary for this role is c.£42k per annum, subject to skills and experience. Working Animals International offers a generous company pension scheme with a 10% employer contribution if the employee contributes a minimum 5%, and healthcare cashplan with Medicash alongside other benefits.
Full details and how to apply
Please see the job description for this role for full details including a person specification. The deadline for applications is 23:59 BST on Sunday 21 June 2026.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About Chapter One
Chapter One is a dynamic, growing charity with a vision of a world in which all children have the literacy skills needed to thrive. Our mission is to close the reading gap by providing children with one-to-one support at the time they need it most. We work in thirteen areas/regions of the UK and will support over 4,000 children in 2026-27.
Our unique Online Reading Volunteer programme pairs struggling five to seven-year old (Y1-3) readers with reading support volunteers who are working professionals. The volunteer ask is very focused: readers commit 30 minutes a week to read with a child using a bespoke digital platform for an entire academic year. The results are transformative, boosting children's reading confidence and ability.
From a school perspective, online reading volunteers provide direct, meaningful literacy support for up to 10 pupils per class. The programme is particularly suitable for communities where it might be challenging to find parents and other volunteers who can commit to physically visiting schools to boost reading. For more information please visit our website and watch this short video!
About the Role
Chapter One is seeking a Bradford Programme Manager who is an excellent communicator and is able both to motivate and support schools and teachers to implement our online reading volunteers programme, and also to ensure that the programme’s impact and benefit to disadvantaged communities is maximised throughout the academic year.
The post is ideal for someone looking for part-time, flexible, term-time only work from a home base and who is able to travel frequently in and around West Yorkshire. The postholder will be joining a team of established Programme Managers who work in different parts of the UK and will need to have some flexibility to work some additional hours during busy autumn weeks, and conversely to work fewer hours during quieter periods of the year.
There are plans for future expansion in Bradford so the role may grow, in time.
Key Responsibilities:
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Effectively explain Chapter One’s online reading volunteer programme and its benefits to school leaders and teachers.
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Install, setup and maintain Chapter One equipment in participating classrooms.
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Organise and conduct initial teacher training and follow-up.
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Ensure a smooth initial launch of Chapter One’s programme in every classroom.
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Fully understand the operation of the Chapter One platform and database and effectively communicate this to others as needed.
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Liaise with colleagues performing technical and volunteer support roles.
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Through regular visits to/contact with schools, provide on-going embedded professional learning and support to teachers throughout the year as needed.
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Proactively monitor classroom adherence/fidelity to the Chapter One model, including systematic review of data reports and volunteer feedback, taking proactive action to resolve problems that arise.
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Analyse and manipulate data (largely in Google sheets) to produce reports and identify trends.
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Create regular data summaries for all participating classrooms.
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Lead annual review meetings for senior leadership at participating schools.
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Support programme monitoring, evaluation and research as required.
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Coordinate in person and virtual school ‘visits’ of volunteer teams to classrooms where necessary. This may include opportunities for Chapter One children to visit the office of the volunteers.
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Liaison with corporate partners as required.
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Weekly communication and status updates with Senior Programme Manager(s) and wider team.
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As a new school year approaches, secure commitments from returning schools and help find and target new schools to join Chapter One’s programme.
We are looking for applicants with the following essential qualities:
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Highly motivated individual with excellent interpersonal and organisational skills.
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Proven track record of working at a senior level in education, project management or a related field.
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Proven strength in both written and verbal communication.
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Highly IT literate, with excellent computer skills, able to troubleshoot software and technical hardware issues, adept with Google suite and Microsoft Teams.
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Ability to manipulate and analyse data to draw useful conclusions to improve programme delivery.
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Proven ability to work independently.
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Self-starter and quick learner.
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Ability to adapt and embrace a changing environment.
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Ability to drive and access to a car for work purposes.
Ideally, applicants will also have the following desirable qualities:
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Two years of teaching/education experience with primary age children.
Please note that this role covers West Yorkshire, currently Bradford, Leeds and Keighley.
How to Apply
Please send your CV (maximum 2 A4 sides) and a covering letter via Charity Jobs. Your covering letter (maximum 1 side of A4) should:
1) Explain your relevant experience and why you’re interested in this role at this point in your career.
2) Share your ability to be resilient when things are not going the way you thought, including clear examples of past experiences.
3) Explain how our organisational mission is in line with your values.
Applications that fail to meet these criteria will automatically be discounted. We understand that you may use AI to help craft your application, but do remember that we will be looking for individuals who write a letter that stands out. We want you to have every opportunity to shine and to show us your talents - please let us know if there is anything we can do to make sure the assessment process works for you.
Chapter One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value and celebrate diversity in backgrounds and experience and are deliberate about the kind of teams we are building. Literacy is a universal concern, and we need people from all backgrounds to maximise our innovation, creativity and impact. We especially welcome applications from persons who have experienced disadvantage and/or from those who are of Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities who are currently underrepresented in the organisation.
Chapter One is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All postholders are subject to satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS check. Copies of our Safeguarding Policy and Safer Recruitment Policy are available on request.
N.B. Shortlisting and phone screens are likely to take place week commencing Monday 8th June. For successful candidates, interviews are likely to begin week commencing Monday 15th June.
Please send your CV (maximum 2 A4 sides) and a covering letter via Charity Jobs. Your covering letter (maximum 1 side of A4) should:
1) Explain your relevant experience and why you’re interested in this role at this point in your career.
2) Share your ability to be resilient when things are not going the way you thought, including clear examples of past experiences.
3) Explain how our organisational mission is in line with your values.
Applications that fail to meet these criteria will automatically be discounted. We understand that you may use AI to help craft your application, but do remember that we will be looking for individuals who write a letter that stands out. We want you to have every opportunity to shine and to show us your tale
At Chapter One, we want to create a world where all children have the literacy skills needed to thrive.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you someone who can build trusted relationships across sectors, develop sustainable income, and turn strategic opportunities into meaningful impact?
Are you looking for a part-time, senior role where you can shape organisational direction, grow partnerships, and deliver programmes with national and international reach?
The Design in Mental Health Network (DiMHN) is a UK-based charity dedicated to improving mental health outcomes through better design. We are seeking a strategic and entrepreneurial Head of Partnerships & Programmes to play a central role in our next phase of growth.
In this role, success will mean building high-value partnerships, growing sustainable income, and delivering programmes that expand DiMHN’s impact and influence.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING
Reporting to the Chief Executive, you will:
- Drive sustainable income through a mix of commercial partnerships, membership growth, and charitable funding
- Develop and lead strategic and commercial partnerships, from opportunity through to delivery
- Lead the design, delivery, and evaluation of programmes across our core areas of work
- Grow and engage a diverse membership across commercial and health sector stakeholders
- Embed strong monitoring, evaluation, and reporting to demonstrate impact and inform decision-making
WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR
We are looking for a strategic, relationship-driven leader who can translate opportunity into impact, income, and influence.
Knowledge and experience
You will bring:
- A strong track record of developing and securing income through partnerships, sponsorship, membership, and/or charitable funding
- Experience building and managing commercial or strategic partnerships, including identifying opportunities and maintaining long-term relationships
- Experience designing and delivering programmes involving multiple stakeholders, sectors, and/or geographies
- The ability to develop robust business cases, including assessing opportunities, risks, and resource requirements
- Experience growing and engaging professional networks, memberships, or cross-sector communities
- Confidence working in complex, multi-stakeholder environments
Knowledge of the mental health, healthcare, design, or built environment sectors is welcome, but not essential.
Personal attributes
You will be:
- Strategic and entrepreneurial, able to spot and develop opportunities
- Collaborative and relationship-led, with the ability to build trust across diverse stakeholders
- Impact-focused, motivated by delivering measurable outcomes
- Adaptable and resilient, comfortable working in a growing and evolving organisation
- Passionate about improving mental health outcomes and interested in how design can improve people’s lives
WHAT YOU'LL GET IN RETURN
As part of the team, you will benefit from:
- Annual leave - 28 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)
- Work from home – though in-person meetings with partners and members will be expected in order to build strong working relationships
- Flexible working - flexibility in how the 21 hours are worked across the week (to be agreed during offer discussions)
NEXT STEPS
Please see https://bit.ly/DIMHNPartnershipsProgrammes for our Candidate Pack, application instructions and details about the interview process.
The Design in Mental Health Network (DiMHN) is a charity dedicated to improving the design of mental health environments.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job Title: Programme Lead (Path Protection)
Team: Programmes and Delivery
Location: Hybrid (split between home-working and either London, Cardiff or Edinburgh)
*This role sits within a pay grade with a pay range of £33,367 to £50,051. The salary on appointment will be set at the lower end of the pay range, to a maximum of £36,704 depending on the candidate's skills and experience. This approach aims to ensure fair compensation for new hires while maintaining alignment with the structured pay scale for the role.
The Ramblers are looking for a proactive Programme Lead to help us open and protect paths, so more people can enjoy the benefits of walking outdoors.
This role will lead our Path Protection work, to help people understand their rights, take local action to protect paths and improve the places where they live. A key part of the role is working with and supporting a network of knowledgeable volunteers across Great Britain, to take practical action in their communities.
You’ll focus on creating programmes that make it easier for more people – especially those with the most barriers and least access – to get involved, speak up for their local paths, and take action that leads to real improvements.
We’re particularly interested in candidates with experience in public rights of way, outdoor access, planning, environmental protection or a related field – and who can turn that knowledge into practical, community-led action.
Context and purpose of role
At Ramblers we work to empower the public and volunteers to take action to protect paths and access – whether claiming lost rights of way, pursuing resolutions to path problems, or objecting to changes to the definitive map. As a member of the Programmes team, the Programme Lead (Path Protection) will be responsible for the successful development and delivery of the programme across GB.
Key responsibilities
· Lead on the design, development and operational delivery of the Path Protection programme across GB.
· Create operational delivery plans – to identify milestones, monitor risks, resolve issues and manage resource requirements.
· Design and develop resources and processes to support programme implementation.
· Be responsible for managing a budget in line with programme goals and objectives.
· Be responsible for evaluation and reporting, to ensure the programme meets KPIs and delivers measurable impact.
· Manage new and existing strategic partnerships with partner organisations and those working to improve access and reduce barriers to becoming active outdoors.
· Train and support volunteers – and promote the programme more widely.
· Provide advice and guidance to the public on path protection issues.
· Engage diverse audiences from communities facing additional barriers to getting outdoors, to senior stakeholders including funders and other strategic external partners.
· Directly deliver Path Protection events to support the continued development and co-production of the programme.
· Work closely with Nations Directors, Community Development Officers and the Fundraising team to secure the support required to sustain and grow the programme.
· Ensure robust risk management systems are in place to ensure the safety of participants.
· Ensure programme compliance with relevant policies and regulations.
· Review the programme annually to identify lessons learned or areas for development to drive continuous improvement.
Other
· Work collaboratively as a member of the Programmes team, to share learning and develop innovative practice in programme design and development.
· Engage and proactively develop excellent working relationships across the organisation
· Undertake such other duties as may be reasonably required of the post.
The person
Knowledge and Experience
· Programme management experience – including responsibility for planning, budgeting, and monitoring and evaluation.
· Experience providing advice to a variety of stakeholders and managing casework.
· Experience recruiting and managing partners and volunteers.
· Experience designing and delivering a training programme – working with participants to drive innovation and continuous improvement.
· Experience of successfully working with fundraising colleagues to secure funding to sustain and scale a programme.
· Knowledge of the potential barriers to participation in outdoor recreation.
· Experience managing relationships with strategic stakeholders.
· An understanding of rights of way law and practice.
Skills and Leadership
· Ability to develop, introduce and champion new ways of working as an expert on path protection initiatives.
· Strong verbal, written and digital communication skills – with an ability to convey information clearly to a range of different audiences.
· Ability to work with a range of internal and external stakeholders.
· Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build strong relationships.
· Ability to work independently and collaboratively to achieve common goals.
· Ability to use initiative and to be flexible and adaptable in approach.
· Ability to analyse information thoroughly and make sound decisions and recommendations.
Personal Attributes
· Interest in walking and a commitment to the principles of inclusion and enabling everyone to feel welcome in the outdoors.
· Able to engage diverse audiences, including community partners and senior decision makers.
· Flexible and able to develop strong, collaborative team relationships.
· Entrepreneurial approach to developing and growing innovative projects.
· Flexible and resilient with the ability to work under pressure and to deadlines.
· Willingness to travel and to spend evenings and weekends away from home as required.
Values and Behaviours
Our values are the core principles that guide us daily in our work and our membership of the Ramblers. We all share the passion that walking is for everyone and by living our shared values we can ensure the Ramblers is an organisation to be proud of. Our values will earn trust for the Ramblers brand which will allow us to open up a world of walking opportunities for even more people.
Inclusive
We make everyone feel welcome and part of the Ramblers community. We make sure we all feel respected and accepted and know our contributions make a difference in achieving our mission.
Inspiring
We strive to inspire people through the way we act and the things we say. We channel our passion and ambition so others are moved to help us achieve our mission.
Empowering
We empower and encourage each other to make a positive contribution to our teams and the Ramblers. We do all we can to make sure everyone has the ability, and feels confident, to take action.
Responsible
We take responsibility for ourselves and those around us seriously, by always acting in a safe and supportive way. We care about the environment and make sure we do what we say we will do.
we say we will do.
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Contract Type: Full Time
Hours: Full-Time, 35 hours per week - occasional evening / weekend work required*
Department: Programme Delivery
Reports to: Programme Leader
Location: London, Hybrid – 1-2 days in the office per week as well as time out and about in schools
Salary: £32,000 per annum
* In support of mentor training and other programme activities
(The boroughs we currently operate in are: Islington, Camden, Hackney, Brent, Westminster, Hammersmith & Fulham, Tower Hamlets, Southwark, Lambeth, Greenwich and Redbridge)
Benefits
- Hybrid working
- 2 Me days
- 25 days annual leave entitlement, increasing by 1 year for every year of service for a maximum of 5 years
- Birthday bonus day off
- Option to swap bank holidays for other religious holidays
- £100 training budget to support your personal development
- TOIL (time off in lieu) for any weekend/evening work
- Working with a values led, supportive and fun team
Our Values and Behaviours
At TKN our mission and values still follow our founder’s original vision:
- Vision – Every child gets to live the life they choose.
- Values – Fun, connection, diversity, curiosity and integrity.
- Mission – To make meaningful connections in our communities and to support children through mentoring to feel happy and confident about themselves and their futures.
As a team we also agreed the following behaviours will guide the way we work:
Respect Empowerment Collaboration Co-Confidence Exploration
Role Purpose
To deliver and develop a high-impact mentoring programme through effective mentor management, community engagement, and high-quality organisation and programme administration around London. This role is vital to achieving the organisation’s goals — including positive outcomes for children, meaningful volunteer engagement, compliance, and sustainable growth.
This role brings a perfect blend of administration and delivery, giving you ample time to see and speak with children and volunteer mentors, seeing up close the transformation the programme makes on children’s lives.
Core Responsibilities
1. Mentor Management & Support
- Match at least five children per month with suitable volunteer mentors, aligned with individual needs and programme goals.
- Manage up to 55 active mentor-mentee pairs, leading the administration cycle and our quality framework.
- Maintain 100% accurate records and communications in our data management system, Salesforce, ensuring full compliance with internal processes
- Maintain consistent, high-quality mentor communications, including regular check-ins and reviews, ensuring consistent session attendance.
- Co-deliver training for new and existing volunteer mentors; support community events and in-person meetups, maintaining 90%+ satisfaction in mentor surveys.
- Drive mentor engagement and experience through the online community platform, reflective sessions, and arranging mentor meetups.
- Promote long-term mentor involvement, with volunteer mentors contributing beyond core mentoring.
2. Programme Delivery & Development
- Support organisational targets across cohorts supporting delivery, volunteer recruitment and fundraising annually
- Deliver child workshops and check-ins, capturing their voices and tailoring support accordingly.
- Collect consistent impact from children, caregivers and mentors, ensuring all impact targets are met and ensuring children show positive progress in key outcome areas
- Collaborate with Programme Leaders to identify improvements and co-create new approaches or resources.
- Promote child participation and co-creation in all aspects of programme design and delivery, ensuring children's voices inform organisational reporting and development.
- Plan and arrange group 2-3 mentoring sessions annually with other programme managers
3. Volunteer, Referral & Community Engagement
- Work with the volunteer recruitment team to build local partnerships and referral networks to support volunteer recruitment and programme delivery.
- Maintain strong relationships with referral partners (e.g., schools, community organisations) to ensure a steady referral pipeline and collaborative working and 80% of your schools are retained.
- Provide updates of the programme to referral partners and share content to internal marketing and schools colleagues to support completing the schools termly impact template
- Act as a key liaison between mentors and caregivers, supporting clear communication and shared understanding of child development and the programme.
4. Safeguarding
- Uphold a strong culture of safeguarding in your work, acting in compliance with our safeguarding policies and procedures at all times.
- Contribute to TKN safer recruitment processes, attending internal mentor training events to vet prospective mentors.
- Review and assess weekly delivery session reports from mentors, updating Salesforce as required.
- Ensure every child participating in the programme experiences a positive ending in line with TKN positive ending guidance.
- Work collaboratively with DSLs to follow TKN safeguarding processes, escalating where needed
Skills Required for this Role
- Relationship Management: Build and maintain trust with mentors, children, schools, caregivers, and community partners.
- Communication: Clear, professional communication across diverse stakeholders including written reports, training, phone calls, meetings and in person check-ins.
- Data & Impact Tracking: Confident in using data management systems, ideally understanding of salesforce and other tools to track progress, outcomes, and ensure data accuracy.
- Safeguarding & Compliance: Strong understanding of safeguarding principles and policy application.
- Programme Delivery: highly organised with the ability to coordinate workshops, group sessions, and mentor support within quality frameworks.
- Child-Centred Practice: Committed to capturing and integrating children’s voices in all areas of programme design and evaluation.
- Adaptability & problem solving: Able to be solutions based and able to adapt to a fast-paced environment and organisation striving to grow and reach more children
We will be interviewing on a rolling basis so early applications are encouraged.
We will hold first round calls and then a formal interview for those who are successful - First round calls on the week commencing Monday 8th June, with the second round interviews taking place the following week.
Our Commitment to Safeguarding and Equity
Safeguarding Committment
Safeguarding is a priority at The Kids Network. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to go through our safer recruitment processes, including an enhanced DBS check.
Equity Commitment
The Kids Network values diversity and inclusion and we have worked to create an application process that is accessible, however we recognise that there may be more we can do, especially for applicants who are minoritised in society, have specific accessibility needs and/or have experienced discrimination. If this is the case, we are happy and open to discussing ways in which we can better support your candidacy and make this application process as equitable as possible for you.
We are a diverse organisation and welcome everyone, but it is important to note that the intersections of your identity will not increase or affect the amount of labour you are asked to do. If you wish to draw on your own lived experiences that will be both encouraged and supported but it is not nor ever will be a prerequisite of this role.
The Kids Network is a community of children and volunteer mentors who connect through fun, curiosity and friendship for positive social change.



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Location: Home based- Please note that while the role is primarily remote, candidates must be based in the UK due to periodic travel requirements, including attendance at conferences and other in-person meetings.
Hours: Part time - 18 hours
Terms: One-year fixed term contract (with a possibility of extending the role funding allowing)
Salary: FTE £24,750 (actual £11,880)
Pension: NEST Scheme
Annual Leave: 28 days pro rata (inclusive of bank holidays)
Normal working week: 37.5 hours
What we can offer you:
• Flexible, remote working from home.
• A positive and friendly staff culture.
• Annual in-person meet-ups as a team.
• Laptop and Phone as required.
• Option to discuss and set your own regular working hours.
• The opportunity to make a difference to a growing charity and a large, engaged
community.
• Organisation wide shut down at Christmas in addition to your holiday entitlement
ABOUT US
PANS and PANDAS are complex neuro-psychiatric conditions which are frequently
misunderstood and misdiagnosed. PANS PANDAS UK are the only charity in the UK
working to improve outcomes and ensure brighter futures for people affected by PANS and PANDAS.
We provide support and information to families, and work tirelessly to inform medical
practice, raise awareness, engage with medical, social work and educational
professionals, and much more.
We are a small team based at home in various UK locations. We keep in touch frequently online and have a warm, supportive and positive culture.
OVERALL PURPOSE
The Education Training Development Manager will lead the operational development, and delivery of the national education training programme, ensuring it aligns with organisational priorities and emerging national guidance. The role is responsible for the coordination, growth and quality assurance of PANS PANDAS UK’s national CPD training offer for teachers and educational psychologists (EPs), supporting the development and delivery of high‑quality training modules and strengthening partnerships.
The role reports to and works in close collaboration with the PANS PANDAS UK Education Lead, who retains overall ownership, strategic responsibility and final decision‑making authority for the training programme and the wider education strategy.
Central to this role is working collaboratively with the PANS and PANDAS community and the Youth Advisory Board (YAB) to ensure all training is informed by lived experience.
Key Responsibilities
Programme & Content Development
- Jointly review, update and refine existing CPD materials with the Education Lead, informed by national guidance and emerging research, with the Education Lead holding overall responsibility
- Support development of new training modules and associated materials.
- Explore future delivery models to expand national reach and scalability.
- Identify opportunities for integration of PANS or PANDAS training/materials within University/Initial Teacher Training (ITT) and other relevant programmes.
- Work collaboratively with the PANS PANDAS community and Youth Advisory Board (YAB) to ensure training reflects lived experience.
Trainer Recruitment & Capacity Building
- Recruit and induct additional trainers.
- Support trainer development.
- Maintain consistent quality standards.
- Deliver priority or pilot training sessions when needed to help support programme growth and maintain delivery capacity.
Strategic Programme Oversight
- Provide leadership and direction for the development and delivery of the national education training programme within the strategic framework set by the Education Lead.
- Ensure training content and delivery models align with organisational priorities and upcoming national guidance.
- Lead long-term programme planning, sustainability and continuous improvement.
Partnership Development & Sector Engagement
- Build relationships with MATs, LAs, Universities and other national relevant organisations.
- Work with the charity Communications and Engagement Officer to promote the training models across social media and education networks.
- Attend and present at education sector events and networks to raise awareness of training opportunities.
Commissioning & Income Support
- Develop commissioning packages tailored to MATs, LA’s and other relevant organisations.
- Support pricing structures.
- Identify sustainable income opportunities for the charity via the training.
Quality Assurance & Evaluation
- Oversee monitoring and evaluation processes.
- Prepare reports for the charity as required.
Operational Coordination
- Coordinate scheduling, setup and delivery logistics for all training sessions.
- Manage bookings, confirmations, resource distribution, attendance recording and data collection
- Lead regular training team meetings to support planning and quality assurance.
- Support management and storage of training assets.
- Maintain regular communication with the Education Lead.
Working Environment & Culture
- Remote and flexible working within a digitally enabled national team.
- Supportive work–life balance, flexible leave arrangements and an organisational shutdown during part of December.
- Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion, with lived experience valued.
Skills, Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Relevant qualifications (teaching, SEND, adult learning, training design, project management).
- Ability to set priorities and align training with national guidance.
- Experience shaping or influencing SEND practice or programme development within an education context.
- Relationship building skills within the education sector.
- Strong organisational and project management skills.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Knowledge of the UK education sector.
- Familiarity with digital learning platforms.
- Willingness to gain an in depth understanding of PANS or PANDAS.
- Ability to work sensitively and confidently with the PANS and PANDAS community, including the YAB, creating safe and inclusive spaces.
Desirable
- Degree-level education or equivalent professional experience
- Experience contributing to strategic planning within education, a charity or Local Authority.
- Experience with CPD
- Experience leading multiagency or cross sector initiatives.
- Lived experience of PANS and PANDAS
Please do not submit your application by email, use the Charity Jobs application process.
Please do not use AI to write your covering letter, we really would much prefer to hear from you in your own words.
Please don't hesitate to ask if you have any questions about the role.
PANS PANDAS UK is the only UK charity supporting children and families living with the neuropsychiatric conditions PANS and PANDAS.
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Location: London
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Permanent contract
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Full Time
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28,000-30,000 (+£2,000 London Weighting)
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Start Date: 1st August
A fantastic opportunity for an experienced facilitator ready to take on a leadership role. As a Lead Programme Coordinator, you will combine frontline delivery with team leadership and quality assurance, supporting a cluster of schools and a small team of PCs to deliver outstanding outcomes for young people.
As a Lead Programme Coordinator (LPC), you will be at the frontline of our work-facilitating weekly sessions with young people, managing school and business relationships, and ensuring high-quality programme delivery across your cluster. Alongside this, you will line manage 2–3 Programme Coordinators, act as deputy to your Delivery Manager, and play a key role in driving quality and consistency across your regional team.
Key Responsibilities:
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Programme delivery and facilitating work with young people
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Programme management and logistics
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Stakeholder management
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Impact management and quality assurance
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People management – line managing 2–3 Programme Coordinators
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Deputy Delivery Manager responsibilities
Essential Experience, Knowledge and Competencies:
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Experience of facilitating activities with young people – including preparing engaging sessions in advance by utilising resources available to them
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Experience of project management – highly organised, with the ability to manage your own time to meet deadlines
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Experience of working on projects which have multiple stakeholders – communicating effectively through written and verbal communication
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Experience of line managing or supervising others – including setting clear targets, conducting 1:1s and supporting professional development
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Experience of quality assurance – reviewing data, identifying risk and taking action to improve delivery outcomes across a team
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Commitment to Envision’s vision, mission and values and ability to work well in, and contribute to, our organisational culture
Envision seeks to ensure we achieve diversity in our workforce and that all applicants and employees receive equal and fair treatment, regardless of age, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, disability or nationality. We encourage applications with lived experience to apply as they are currently under- represented in our organisation. Envision graduates will be guaranteed a first round interview.
To apply you must please read the application pack and apply through CharityJobs.
Deadline - Midnight 10st June 2026
Please note: Applicants for this role will first go through out standard PC recruitment rounds, as outlined in the document.
-Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately we are unable to sponsor visas at this time.
- We will only be contacting candidates who have been shortlisted for interview. Therefore, if we do not contact you, please assume you have been unsuccessful.
- We also regret to inform you that, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we will be unable to provide you with feedback regarding your application.
For more information on this role, please see the full application pack.
All answers should be no longer than 250 words.
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Main Role & Responsibilities
The post holder is required to provide strategic leadership and oversight of all programme activity, ensuring all activity is delivered and evaluated effectively and in alignment with organisational goals.
The successful candidate will lead and develop programme teams and oversee engagement, planning and delivery, and monitor risk and opportunities. They will develop strong relationships representing the organisation externally, and ensure programmes demonstrate clear impact and meet quality standards.
Role Requirements
Duties will include but not be limited to:
Strategic Leadership & Direction
- Lead all programme activity and ensure alignment with organisational goals
- Translate vision and strategic goals into actionable programme, content and priorities
- Identify opportunities for growth, innovation, and impact
- Contribute to wider organisational strategy and oversee the operationalisation of strategic goals
- Work closely with other heads of services to support strategic development
Programme Development & Design
- Oversee the development and evolution of programmes, content, and resources
- Ensure programmes are evidence-based, relevant, and high quality, aligning with quality standards, working closely with the insights team
- Lead needs assessments and stakeholder consultations to understand programme needs
- Embed inclusivity, accessibility, and best practice in all programme design
Programme Delivery & Operations
- Oversee the planning, implementation and delivery of all programmes
- Develop systems, processes, and timelines for consistent execution
- Manage programme budgets and resource allocation
- Identify and mitigate risks to delivery
- Identify opportunities for commercialisation of products and services
Performance, Monitoring & Impact Measurement
- Define KPIs and success metrics aligned to organisational outcomes
- Analyse data to assess programme effectiveness and impact
- Use insights to drive continuous improvement and strategic decisions
- Report on performance to senior leadership, funders, and stakeholders
Stakeholder & Partnership Management
· Build and maintain strong relationships with:
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- Partners and collaborators
- Funders and commissioners
- Community or beneficiary groups
- Represent the organisation externally at meetings, events, and networks
- Identify and develop strategic partnerships to enhance programme reach
Team Leadership & Management
- Lead, manage, and develop the delivery leadership team
- Participate in strategic development and oversee work within delivery and impact portfolio
- Work closely with other heads of services to provide support to the SLT
- Set clear objectives, expectations, and performance standards
- Provide coaching, mentoring, and professional development opportunities
- Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing team culture
Quality Assurance & Governance
- Ensure programmes meet quality standards and organisational policies
- Maintain compliance with relevant regulations and safeguarding requirements
- Oversee documentation, reporting, and accountability processes
Resource & Content Oversight
- Ensure the development of high-quality programme materials and resources
- Oversee content consistency, branding, and alignment with organisational values
- Ensure resources are accessible and effectively utilised
Financial Oversight
- Manage programme budgets and ensure cost-effective delivery
- Monitor expenditure and ensure alignment with funding requirements
- Support fundraising and contribute to funding proposals as required
Innovation & Continuous Improvement
- Work with Insight and Innovation team to stay informed of sector trends and best practices
- Encourage innovation in programme design and delivery
- Pilot and scale new approaches based on evidence and feedback
· Oversee development of all programmes and associated content and resources
Person Specification
Essential
· Educated to degree level or have the equivalent experience
· A detailed understanding of education, Health and Social Care and family services and how to engage these sectors
· Confident leader with previous demonstrable experience in overseeing multiple programmes or portfolios with matrix management experience
· Proven track record of developing, delivering, and scaling programmes with measurable impact
· Experience working with a range of stakeholders, including partners, funders, and communities
· Experience managing budgets and resources effectively
· Experience of delivering regional and national programmes
· Strong understanding of programme design, delivery, and lifecycle management
· Understanding of partnership working and stakeholder engagement approaches
· Awareness of relevant policy, regulatory, and safeguarding requirements
· Strong strategic thinking skills with the ability to translate vision into actionable plans
· Excellent planning, organisational, and project management skills
· Ability to manage multiple priorities and complex programmes simultaneously
· Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and drive continuous improvement
· Ability to define KPIs and measure programme success effectively
· Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence and build relationships
· Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop teams through coaching and performance management
· Strong commitment to quality, impact, and continuous improvement
· Collaborative and inclusive leadership style
· High level of integrity, accountability, and professionalism
· Adaptable and resilient in a dynamic and changing environment
· Passionate about the organisation’s mission and values
Desirable
· Experience of working in gambling harms prevention sector or another similar or related field
· Experience of operationalising strategic plans
· Experience in developing harm prevention programmes and or interventions
· Knowledge of sector trends, innovation, and best practice
· Leadership qualification
· An understanding of public health frameworks and approach to harm prevention
· An understanding of PSHE, PSE, Learning for Life and Work
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Young Citizens is recruiting a Programmes Coordinator to join us in a hands‑on role at the heart of our mission to help young people become active, engaged and informed citizens. As part of our national charity’s central team, you’ll support the delivery of high‑quality programmes that connect young people with citizenship education, from legal initiatives such as mock trials to social action challenges and workshops.
Your Role’s Purpose
Young Citizens is recruiting a Programmes Coordinator to play a hands-on role at the heart of our mission to help young people become active, engaged and informed citizens. Working across our portfolio, you’ll support the delivery of a range of programmes, from legal education initiatives such as Mock Trials and The Big Legal Lesson, to Citizenship Workshops and social action programmes like the Make a Difference Challenge.
You’ll coordinate engaging, high-quality experiences for schools, working closely with teachers, volunteers and partners to ensure programmes run smoothly and meet our participation and impact targets. Alongside delivery, you’ll contribute to growing reach, improving programme content and strengthening our overall impact.
Young Citizens works at the intersection of education, democracy and civic life, helping young people become active participants in their communities. If you're excited about making a tangible impact through high-quality programme delivery, and want to contribute to a mission driven organisation, we’d love to hear from you.
Who we are looking for
You will join a small, dedicated team of delivery staff, making this well suited to someone who is ready to take ownership of their key areas while also contributing to shared priorities across the team. You may have experience in programme delivery, education, events, or a similar role, and be ready to take ownership of a diverse and active portfolio.
This role requires excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities across different timelines. You’ll be part of a collaborative team working in a fast-paced environment where strong processes and relationship-building are key to success. For full details of the role and responsibilities, please see the job pack below.
In your first year
You will play a key role in coordinating the delivery of Young Citizens’ education programmes, ensuring schools, teachers and partners have a positive experience from registration through to programme completion. You will manage programme administration, communications, scheduling and logistics, and act as a main point of contact for participating schools and stakeholders.
You will also support monitoring and evaluation by collecting feedback and impact data, helping to demonstrate outcomes and inform programme improvements. Working closely with colleagues across the organisation, you will contribute to refining systems and processes to strengthen the quality and reach of Young Citizens’ programmes.
Through programme coordination, stakeholder engagement and operational support, this role delivers:
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Strong relationships with schools, teachers and partners.
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Efficient administrative and communication processes.
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Accurate data and insights to evidence impact and improve delivery.
Why join us?
Deliver an impactful mission with a passionate team. Young Citizens offers the opportunity to join a passionate, supportive and ambitious team dedicated to strengthening democracy by equipping young people with the skills, knowledge and confidence to participate actively in society. Our culture is collaborative, welcoming and impact-focused, and your work will make a tangible difference to children and young people across the UK by helping to deliver programmes that build critical thinking, civic understanding and the confidence to make a positive contribution to their communities.
A results-driven culture with flexibility and strong benefits. We are building an agile, hybrid organisation with a flexible approach to how we work. Our benefits include 28+ days of annual leave (plus 8 bank holidays), volunteering days, office closure over the Christmas holidays, full pension contributions on the first 8%, and enhanced leave packages.
A chance to grow and develop. As we enter a new three-year development phase, we’re seeking individuals who thrive in a high-performing, adaptable environment and are motivated to grow alongside the organisation as it scales.
A chance to leave your mark. We empower our people to be contributors, decision-makers, and designers of our work. We’re looking for proactive professionals who are eager to shape their area of the charity and play a meaningful role in our future direction.
A few useful notes when applying:
If you are excited by the opportunity to coordinate impactful programmes and support the next generation of active citizens, we would love to hear from you.Please submit your CV along with a covering letter (maximum two pages) outlining your interest in the role and how your skills and experience meet the requirements in the job description. Applications without a covering letter will not be considered.
Additional Information
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Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
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Offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and a DBS check.
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Due to the volume of applications, feedback will be provided only to candidates shortlisted for interview.
We welcome applications from candidates with experience in programme coordination, education, youth work or the charity sector, as well as those with strong transferable skills and a genuine commitment to our mission.
The closing date for applications is 11pm on Sunday 14 June 2026, with first shortlisting from Friday 1 June 2026, so early submission is strongly encouraged. Please note that if the role is still advertised, it means we have not yet made an appointment. We reserve the right to close the application process early if a suitable candidate is identified.
Young Citizens is a citizenship education charity that informs, equips and inspires children and young people across the UK to be active citizens.


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About Chapter One
Chapter One is a dynamic, growing charity with a vision of a world in which all children have the literacy skills needed to thrive. Our mission is to close the reading gap by providing children with one-to-one support at the time they need it most. We work in thirteen areas/regions of the UK and will support over 4,000 children in 2026-27.
Our unique Online Reading Volunteer programme pairs struggling five to seven-year old (Y1-3) readers with reading support volunteers who are working professionals. The volunteer ask is very focused: readers commit 30 minutes a week to read with a child using a bespoke digital platform for an entire academic year. The results are transformative, boosting children's reading confidence and ability.
From a school perspective, online reading volunteers provide direct, meaningful literacy support for up to 10 pupils per class. The programme is particularly suitable for communities where it might be challenging to find parents and other volunteers who can commit to physically visiting schools to boost reading. For more information please visit our website and watch this short video!
About the Role
Chapter One is seeking a London Programme Manager who is an excellent communicator and is able both to motivate and support schools and teachers to implement our online reading volunteers programme, and also to ensure that the programme’s impact and benefit to disadvantaged communities is maximised throughout the academic year.
The post is ideal for someone looking for part-time, flexible, term-time only work from a home base and who is able to travel frequently in and around North London. The postholder will be joining a team of established Programme Managers who work in different parts of the UK and will need to have some flexibility to work some additional hours during busy autumn weeks, and conversely to work fewer hours during quieter periods of the year.
Please note, it’s likely that the hours and areas covered for this role may grow, over time.
Key Responsibilities:
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Effectively explain Chapter One’s online reading volunteer programme and its benefits to school leaders and teachers.
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Install, setup and maintain Chapter One equipment in participating classrooms.
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Organise and conduct initial teacher training and follow-up.
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Ensure a smooth initial launch of Chapter One’s programme in every classroom.
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Fully understand the operation of the Chapter One platform and database and effectively communicate this to others as needed.
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Liaise with colleagues performing technical and volunteer support roles.
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Through regular visits to/contact with schools, provide on-going embedded professional learning and support to teachers throughout the year as needed.
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Proactively monitor classroom adherence/fidelity to the Chapter One model, including systematic review of data reports and volunteer feedback, taking proactive action to resolve problems that arise.
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Analyse and manipulate data (largely in Google sheets) to produce reports and identify trends.
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Create regular data summaries for all participating classrooms.
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Lead annual review meetings for senior leadership at participating schools.
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Support programme monitoring, evaluation and research as required.
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Coordinate in person and virtual school ‘visits’ of volunteer teams to classrooms where necessary. This may include opportunities for Chapter One children to visit the office of the volunteers.
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Liaison with corporate partners as required.
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Weekly communication and status updates with Senior Programme Manager(s) and wider team.
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As a new school year approaches, secure commitments from returning schools and help find and target new schools to join Chapter One’s programme.
We are looking for applicants with the following essential qualities:
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Highly motivated individual with excellent interpersonal and organisational skills.
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Proven track record of working at a senior level in education, project management or a related field.
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Proven strength in both written and verbal communication.
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Highly IT literate, with excellent computer skills, able to troubleshoot software and technical hardware issues, adept with Google suite and Microsoft Teams.
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Ability to manipulate and analyse data to draw useful conclusions to improve programme delivery.
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Proven ability to work independently.
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Self-starter and quick learner.
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Ability to adapt and embrace a changing environment.
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Ability to drive and access to a car for work purposes.
Ideally, applicants will also have the following desirable qualities:
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Two years of teaching/education experience with primary age children.
Please note that this role covers North London, currently in Camden, Islington and Hackney.
How to Apply
Please send your CV (maximum 2 A4 sides) and a covering letter via Charity Jobs. Your covering letter (maximum 1 side of A4) should:
1) Explain your relevant experience and why you’re interested in this role at this point in your career.
2) Share your ability to be resilient when things are not going the way you thought, including clear examples of past experiences.
3) Explain how our organisational mission is in line with your values.
Applications that fail to meet these criteria will automatically be discounted. We understand that you may use AI to help craft your application, but do remember that we will be looking for individuals who write a letter that stands out. We want you to have every opportunity to shine and to show us your talents - please let us know if there is anything we can do to make sure the assessment process works for you.
Chapter One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value and celebrate diversity in backgrounds and experience and are deliberate about the kind of teams we are building. Literacy is a universal concern, and we need people from all backgrounds to maximise our innovation, creativity and impact. We especially welcome applications from persons who have experienced disadvantage and/or from those who are of Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities who are currently underrepresented in the organisation.
Chapter One is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All postholders are subject to satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS check. Copies of our Safeguarding Policy and Safer Recruitment Policy are available on request.
N.B. Shortlisting is likely to take place week commencing Monday 1st June with phone screening from Monday 8th June. For successful candidates, interviews are likely to begin week commencing Monday 15th June and potentially extend into week commencing Monday 22nd June.
At Chapter One, we want to create a world where all children have the literacy skills needed to thrive.
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At Hampstead Theatre, we create bold, original and thought-provoking theatre, championing new voices and working with some of the industry’s most exciting creative talent.
We are looking for a passionate and driven Development Manager to play a central role in helping us achieve our ambitious fundraising goals, raising £1.5m this year to support our artistic work and protect future growth.
This is a dynamic and people-focused role at the heart of the organisation. You will help build meaningful relationships with new and existing supporters, have the opportunity to lead and deliver a vibrant programme of fundraising events, and work closely with Patrons and high-net-worth individuals whose generosity makes our work possible.
We are looking for someone who combines excellent relationship building skills with creativity, warmth and attention to detail. You will bring experience of fundraising within the arts or not for profit sector, an enjoyment for creating memorable donor experiences, and a genuine belief in the power of ambitious theatre to inspire and engage.
If you are energised by new writing, enjoy connecting people to artistic work they care about, and want to make a tangible impact within one of London’s leading producing theatres, we would love to hear from you.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
Individual Giving
Working closely with the Director of Development and Board, you will help secure Patrons and donor support that sustains and develops the theatre’s artistic ambitions.
This includes helping to shape and manage Production Syndicates and Giving Circles, researching and cultivating prospective donors, and confidently making funding approaches. The role involves close collaboration with artists and creative teams, connecting supporters directly with the work they are helping to bring to life.
You will build warm, lasting relationships with Patrons, providing excellent stewardship and supporter care, including assisting with ticket bookings and donor experiences. You will also represent the Development team at key theatre events, acting as an engaging and knowledgeable ambassador for the organisation.
Events
Working closely with the Director of Development and Board of Trustees, you will play an important role in delivering the theatre’s flagship annual fundraising gala — a celebrated and high-profile event at the heart of our fundraising programme – including:
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Shaping and managing guest lists and invitations
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Exploring sponsorship opportunities and auction activity, creating an exceptional experience for supporters while maximising income generation
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Working closely with operational teams on catering, entertainment and venue management.
Alongside this, you will work with the Development team to create and deliver a year-round programme of stewardship and cultivation events — creating meaningful opportunities for audiences and supporters to connect more deeply with the Theatre’s work and artists.
Board and Development Committee
You will support the smooth running of the Development Committee through efficient administration, coordination and communication, while also building strong working relationships with Board Trustees.
Working closely with Trustees, you will help cultivate new supporter relationships through prospect introductions, events and donor engagement activity, playing an important role in strengthening the Theatre’s network of advocates and supporters.
General
As part of a collaborative and ambitious team, you will support the effective administration and financial management of Development activity, maintaining accurate income and expenditure records and contributing to regular income forecasting and reporting.
You will also help coordinate guest lists for Press Nights and other cultivation events, preparing briefing materials for senior staff and Board Members to ensure supporters and stakeholders receive a thoughtful, informed and personalised experience throughout their engagement with the Theatre.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
- Experience of working in a fundraising team and with personal targets
- Proactive can-do attitude, high energy and the desire to work within a team and make a difference
- Approachable demeanour and ability to communicate and advocate the work of the theatre
- Experience of using a CRM system and research tools for data mining and to support prospecting
- Polished written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent administrative, IT and Excel budget management skills
- Ability to manage own workload
- Highly accurate, well-organised and with consistent time management skills
- Tactful, diplomatic and able to maintain confidentiality for sensitive information
- Willing and available for evening events
- Experience of first-line budget and expenditure management
To apply and for further information, please visit our website and download the job pack.
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Programme Director | Full-time 35 hours per week (part time at four days per week will be considered) | £53,712 - £56,652
Based at our offices in Clapham, near Settle, with a mix of office and home working.
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Programme Director to help shape the future of Yorkshire Dales Millennium Trust (YDMT), a growing charity with a current annual budget of c£2million.
Leading our projects and grant team you'll play a crucial role in bringing our interlinking projects and grants together, providing clear long-term direction and ensuring lasting impact for our beneficiaries.
About the role
Our ambitious project strategies have enabled us to grow our woodland, grassland, wetland and outreach and engagement work. We aim to continue to develop these core projects, alongside our grants programme to increase our ability to help tackle climate change, biodiversity loss and connect more people with nature.
The Programme Director will play a key role in creating and implementing long term project strategies to build on the charity’s success. You will be leading a small team to deliver transformative projects, while identifying opportunities for collaboration and partnership work. Monitoring, evaluation and learning of projects and grants to continuously improve their impact, as well as a knowledge of Health & Safety Executive legislation, are key to ensure that all our projects are safe and delivered to the highest standards for our beneficiaries.
As a member of the YDMT Executive Leadership Team, supporting the Chief Executive, you will help provide leadership, vision and direction, assisting the Board to set and implement the strategic direction of YDMT.
We believe the role will be a highly rewarding one, and a real opportunity for someone to develop their skills in a fantastic organisation, whilst benefiting this wonderful area and its communities.
About you
We're looking for someone with a background in project management who can combine strategic planning with excellent leadership and relationship building skills. Your role will focus on leading major projects and grants programmes, managing multiple and complex delivery within timeframes and budgets.
You will be a natural networker and ambassador, who can confidently develop strong relationships with our stakeholders and provide inspirational leadership to our team. Underpinning all of this is your ability to work within our culture – which means sharing our values of being creative, caring, honest and enabling.
About Yorkshire Dales Millennium Trust
We are a small charity doing big things to help to protect and enhance the People, Landscape and Wildlife of the Dales.
For 29 years we have delivered diverse and inspirational projects, helping to plant 1.6 million trees and securing the future of more than 850 hectares of wildflower hay meadows, creating habitats for our wildlife and combatting climate change. We are passionate about inspiring disadvantaged groups and future generations to care for this special area. Our three-year strategy is centred around building partnerships that increase the scale and pace of nature recovery.
Closing date for applications is 9am, Mon 8th June 2026. Interviews will be held w/c 22nd June 2026.
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