Programme Director Jobs

We are looking to recruit an experienced, strategic and purpose-driven Director of Programmes who will develop, deliver and scale our portfolio of leadership and management programmes and products, helping the social sector to thrive.
 

Introduction
Clore Social Leadership is one of the UK’s most respected leadership development providers for social purpose and non-profit leaders. Through skills and development programmes, we support and invest in social leaders, enabling them to build the capabilities, confidence and resilience to transform their organisations, communities and the world around them.

Since 2010, we have supported over 4,000 individuals from nearly 3,000 social purpose organisations. Through our transformative skills and development programmes, we empower individuals from local grassroots initiatives to global organisations to become agents of change. In partnership, we have developed leadership programmes for people with lived and/or learned experience of racial inequalities, youth services, immigration systems, criminal justice systems, social immobility, homelessness, gender inequalities, health inequalities and climate change.

We prioritise leadership development opportunities in three key areas:

1. Individuals: We believe that effective change starts with empowered individuals. Our programmes equip individuals with the skills, confidence and strategic thinking needed to excel as leaders, for broader societal transformation.
2. Organisations: We recognise the pivotal role of organisations in driving impact, we offer tailored solutions that enhance leadership capabilities within organisations. By strengthening organisational leadership, we amplify their ability to create meaningful change.
3. Communities: We acknowledge the local and grassroots level as a powerful source of change, we equip leaders working in a 'place' or within a 'practice' with the tools and networks to work together to amplify their voices, implement solutions, and create tangible impact within their communities.

Role Description
The Director of Programmes is responsible for providing strategic and creative leadership to develop high quality, effective and impactful programmes and products that reflect and meet the needs of the social sector.

Main responsibilities

• Lead the design, development and delivery of leadership and management programmes, ensuring that interventions are innovative, transformational and in alignment with Clore Social’s capabilities framework and model. This will include curriculum and module design, utilising own expertise and working in partnership with others to develop learning materials. 
• Preparation for, and some facilitation of, peer learning, residentials and other programme events.
• Oversee the recruitment, moderation and engagement of Clore Social programme participants.
• Build and maintain a team of diverse and high quality consultants to deliver our programmes. This includes managing relationships and agreements with them and ensuring they deliver to Clore Social values and standards.
• Oversee the evaluation of the programme outcomes and impact and closely monitor feedback and other data in order to drive continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with the CEO and the Director of Development on Clore Social’s Organisational Learning and Development offer, bringing expertise to develop bespoke packages that meet the individual needs of organisations within social purpose organisations and businesses.
• Contribute to the communications of Clore Social and be a thought leader on social sector leadership issues.
• Support and lead, where appropriate, relationships with key stakeholders, including existing and potential funding partners. 
• Develop and manage the Programmes budget.
• Stay up to date with leadership development and social sector trends.
• Provide co-leadership of the organisation as a member of the senior leadership team.
• Consistently demonstrate the values of the Clore Social Leadership.

Key relationships

• The Director of Programmes will be part of our small, focused team of eight. You will work collaboratively across the team and, as a member of the senior leadership team, provide visible leadership within the organisation. 
• The role will be managed by the CEO. 
• The Director of Programmes leads the Programmes staff team. This will include line managing three members of staff: the Head of Programmes, the Programmes and Operations Administrator and Racial Equity Programme Lead.
• Key relationships will be built and maintained with partner organisations and a wide pool of programme directors, facilitators, coaches and trainers. 

Person specification

This role is ideal for a driven and visionary professional eager to make a significant impact. You will have a proven track record in designing and delivering high-profile leadership development initiatives that drive meaningful change. Bold and imaginative, you will help Clore Social expand its influence and deepen its impact by shaping innovative programmes that respond to sector needs. A confident and persuasive communicator and manager, you will combine strategic thinking with strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to excellence.

You will join an experienced, talented and friendly team during an exciting period of change for the organisation. As a team-player in a small organisation, you will balance strategic thinking with hands-on delivery, working independently and collaboratively to achieve goals. 

Personal qualities

• Focused: A strategic thinker, combining both practical and theoretical knowledge of learning and development, whilst maintaining a high attention to detail.
• Inclusive: Driven to create accessible learning for diverse audiences.
• Creative and Innovative: Proven ability to think creatively and deploy ideas innovatively, challenging the status quo to seek continuous improvement, in response to sector needs.
• Collaborative: Expertise and enjoyment in forming strategic partnerships and working with a broad range of stakeholders.
• Passionate: About the power of learning and development in catalysing social change

Qualifications and experience (E=essential, D=desirable)

• Deep expertise in learning and development, with a thorough understanding of what drives its effectiveness (E)
• Proven expertise in designing, delivering and evaluating impactful leadership development and management training programmes, tailored to diverse audiences (E)
• Direct experience of facilitation and speaking to a wide range of audiences (E)
• An awareness and understanding of the skills and attributes needed for a thriving and evolving social sector (E)
• Experience of effective operational delivery of complex programmes, managing projects and people (E)
• Designing and implementing organisational learning and development initiatives across social, private, and public sector organisations, with a proven ability to adapt approaches to diverse contexts and audiences (D)
• Experience of action learning facilitation, coaching and mentoring (D)
• Experience of designing and delivering leadership development programmes beyond conventional training (D)
• Experience of innovations, growing and managing new projects (D)
• Experience of fundraising and earned income (D)
• Experience of financial management, budgets and strategy development (D)
• Experience of working in or collaborating with private and public sectors (D)

Hours and place of work
This is a full-time role to be fulfilled over a 35-hour week, within core working hours (Mon-Fri, 10am–4pm UK time), with flexibility as required.

This is a hybrid role with one day a week in our shared office space in London (Better Space, 127 Farringdon Road, London EC1R 3DA), the travel costs of which must be covered by the individual. We are open to discussing this arrangement further to accommodate individual needs and preferences.

Further UK travel will be required on occasion, the costs of which would be covered by Clore Social Leadership.

Terms, pay and benefits

• This is a permanent contract.
• Salary for this role will be £55,000-£60,000 p/a.
• The post holder is entitled to 25 days of annual leave, in addition to UK statutory holidays.
• The office is closed for one week during the winter festive period (25-31 December), providing an additional three days of annual leave in addition to the above allocation.
• You have the option to join our contributory pension scheme. The employer's contribution is 3% with a minimum employee contribution of 5%.

Application process
We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment. We value and respect every individual, regardless of their race, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability or background, and actively seek to eliminate bias, promote equality and provide equal opportunities for all to showcase their talents and be evaluated solely on their qualifications, skills and potential. We conduct a blind recruitment process to ensure fairness and equity by anonymising applications, removing names and identifiable information.

If you are passionate about making a profound impact and thrive in a dynamic, values-driven environment, we encourage you to submit an application.

Please apply through Charity Jobs. You will be asked to send:

• Your CV (two pages max.), including relevant work experience.
• A cover letter (one page max.), which addresses your suitability for and interest in the role.

Key dates
Applications close: 12:00pm Monday 6 January 2025
First round interviews (online): Friday 17 January 2025 (flexibility can be offered)
Final interviews (in person): Wednesday 22 or Friday 24 January 2025 (flexibility can be offered)

Travel expenses for in-person interviews will be reimbursed on submission of valid receipts.

In line with the Equality Act 2010, we are committed to offering reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and beyond.

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Clore Social Leadership is committed to a policy of equality and diversity.

Registered charity number: 1136727

We need to expand our Strategic Programme Team, as we begin to put in place the practical steps that will move us towards our vision to “bless the 1.5 million people” in our diocese who currently have no meaningful opportunity to hear the good news of Jesus Christ.

You will play a key role in shaping, articulating and securing funding for our transformation plan, and helping to develop and then manage key elements of the Strategic Programme. 

The post is based at Church House, Daresbury, with some travel around the Diocese.  A full driving licence and access to a car is essential.

Salary: £44,864 - 48,976 per annum, dependent upon skills and experience.

The background paper, job description, person specification, and application form can be downloaded from the Diocesan website - Please see website address in the attached documents.

Completed application forms should be returned to Mrs EA Geddes, Director of HR, preferably by email - Please see email address in the attached documents.

or Church House, 5500 Daresbury Park, Warrington, WA4 4GE.

Informal telephone conversations with Jon Pocock, Strategic Programme Director, are welcome - Please see contact details in the attached documents.

Closing date: Thursday 9 January 2025
Interviews: Thursday 23 January 2025

We need to expand our Strategic Programme Team, as we begin to put in place the practical steps that will move us towards our vision to “bless the 1.5 million people” in our diocese who currently have no meaningful opportunity to hear the good news of Jesus Christ.

You will play a key role supporting the development of our transformation plan, helping to secure funding, and then coordinating key elements of the Strategic Programme. 

The post is based at Church House, Daresbury, with some travel around the Diocese.  A full driving licence and access to a car is essential.

Salary: £32,271 - £34,225 per annum, dependent upon skills and experience.

The background paper, job description, person specification, and application form can be downloaded from the Diocesan website - Please see website address in the attached documents.

Completed application forms should be returned to Mrs EA Geddes, Director of HR, preferably by email - Please see email address in the attached documents

or Church House, 5500 Daresbury Park, Warrington, WA4 4GE.

Informal telephone conversations with Jon Pocock, Strategic Programme Director, are welcome - Please see contact details in the attached documents.

Closing date: Thursday 9 January 2025
Interviews: Wednesday 22 January 2025 

UK Maths Trust is a charity that exists to advance the education of children and young people in mathematics. We do this by working with hundreds of volunteers across the UK to organise Competitions and Challenges that promote problem solving and teamwork.

As the Mathematical Programmes Administrator, you will work closely with Programme Coordinators to support the delivery of the UKMT’s competitions and activities. Your main responsibility will be delivering the relaunch of the Senior Team Maths Challenge in Autumn 2025.

Position: Mathematical Programmes Administrator
Location: Leeds - Thorpe Park (Hybrid working)
Salary: UKMT Grade A1 - A7 (Salary range £25,225-£29,410 dependent on previous experience)
Post type: Full time
Contract: Permanent
Reports to: Director of Mathematical Programmes
Annual leave: 25 days plus 3 days to be taken between Christmas and New Year, when the trust is closed

How to apply: Submit a CV and a short statement (no more than 300 words) explaining what interests you about the role, and how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the person specification.

The deadline for applications is 8 January. We expect to hold interviews on 15 and 16 January. However, we will sift applications as they are received, and may schedule interviews or even close the vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found, so early applications are encouraged.

Main duties:

• To work with the Team Maths Challenge Coordinator to relaunch the Senior Team Maths Challenge (STMC) in Autumn 2025 and deliver the expanded Teams Maths Challenge (TMC) in Spring 2025. To undertake associated procurement and fulfilment and any other project work as required.

• To support the Enrichment Coordinator on the delivery of Summer Schools, Mentoring Programmes, Problem of the Week and Publications.

• To work with the Director of Mathematical Programmes and the wider Mathematical Programmes team to assist with other reasonable duties where required during peak times.

• To provide excellent customer service to external customers and to UKMT volunteers as required.

These duties provide a framework for the role and should not be regarded as a definitive list.

Person Specification

Essential

• Exceptional interpersonal abilities, showcasing initiative, teamwork, and adaptability to manage competing priorities effectively. Demonstrable ability to prioritise and ensure key deadlines are met.

• Experience in events or similar project management and demonstrable ability to deliver an exceptional experience for event participants. Experience in liaising with venues and caterers.

• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office suite, Google Drive, and various social media platforms, reflecting a strong understanding of electronic communication tools.

• The ability to work effectively with others in a busy role but also on your own.

• The ability to build strong relationships with colleagues and the UKMT volunteer network.

• Adherence to organisational policies at all times when carrying out your work, in particular but not limited to Child Protection policy, Data Protection policy and Health and Safety policy.

• Promote and deliver a strong customer and stakeholder culture, continuously monitoring and responding to feedback in order to give excellent service delivery.

• Candidates must also pass an enhanced and barred list criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). This will be arranged by UKMT upon starting the role.

Desirable 

• An interest in education and/or mathematics.

• Proven experience in roles of similar nature, with a strong preference for candidates with experience of working in a field relating to the education of children.

• Flexibility to work occasional weekends and evenings to contribute to trust activities.

The Economist Educational Foundation is looking for a hands-on, experienced leader you will ensure operations and finances are robust, efficient, and aligned with ambitious vision for growth and impact

Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
Hours: Full time (40 hours) with flexible working. Core hours are 10am to 4pm, Monday to Friday
Location: Hybrid. Central London on Wednesdays and Thursdays, remote working on other days
Salary: £53,000- £60,000 per annum, depending on experience
Closing date: Tuesday 7th January 2025 (23:59 GMT)

We will contact all applicants after the closing date. The first round interviews will take place during the week of 13th January 2025. The second round will take place on 22nd or 23rd January 2025. Please ensure you will be available to travel to our London office for interviews on these dates.

ABOUT US

The Economist Educational Foundation is a fast-growing charity on a mission to ensure that every child is empowered to think critically and communicate effectively about the world’s most complex current issues. Topical Talk, our programme, has already reached over 10,000 teachers and 400,000 children in over 124 countries. Our income will exceed £1million for the first time this year. Our goal is to reach over 1 million school children by the end of 2026, with ambitious plans to expand in the UK, USA and globally.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Director of Operations and Finance will be a crucial member of our Senior Leadership Team, overseeing financial management, operations, and strategic growth. You’ll play a pivotal role in leading financial planning, supporting the charity’s global expansion, and driving digital transformation to improve efficiency and impact. You will also manage risk and compliance, ensuring robust operational foundations as we scale. This hands-on role requires a leader with proven experience in financial management, operational leadership, and people management. By joining us, you’ll be at the heart of shaping our future, helping us reach more children, and making a lasting difference on a global scale.

One-year fixed term contract, with the potential to extend or convert to permanent

Part-time initially (3/4 days per week) with the potential to increase to full-time in 2026

Hybrid working with the requirement to work at Embrace’s office, in High Wycombe, at least 2 times a month for team building purposes

Are you inspired to bring hope to some of the most excluded and marginalised people living in the Middle East?

Do you have the skills and passion to marry donor purpose with Embrace’s work through its Christian partners in the region and grow income to support this life transforming work?

Are you looking for a fresh new challenge in a role where your passion and experience would contribute to making a real difference to the lives of people and communities living in the Middle East?

If so, then we would like to hear from you.

Who we are…

In 2024, Embrace the Middle East celebrated 170 years of close partnership and relationship with local Christians who, through their churches and local civil society organisations, are serving some of the most marginalised and excluded communities in the Middle East, of all faiths and none.

Ours is a vision of faith, hope and love in action: where there is a need for refuge, a home however temporary, for education, for safeguarding, for economic empowerment, for justice and human rights – we, with our partners, want to respond. We do this by building strong and lasting partnerships, nurtured by mutual respect and a shared commitment to excellence. To support this important work, we are looking for a Programme Funding Manager to secure significant and sustainable funding through matching donor’s purpose and values with Embrace’s programme and partnership strategy.

Recognising the philanthropy landscape is changing, we want to invest in building on the solid foundations that have been laid by the current major giving team with this new Programme Funding Manager (initially for 1 year). The focus of this new role will be to shift our trust and foundation fundraising approach towards developing thematic proposals, specifically funding Embrace’s Christian Partners to provide support for services including but not limited to; refugees, displaced communities fleeing violence, enable women's empowerment, psychosocial support for young people, education services, community development and emergency humanitarian relief. Never has there been a more poignant time to help and support people in this troubled region.

About the role:

The Programme Funding Manager will work closely with Embrace’s Director of Fundraising and Major Gift colleagues to secure £500,000 per annum from Major Donors, Trusts, Foundations and Corporates.

Working collaboratively with Embrace’s Programme and Partnerships colleagues, you will create, develop and agree funding proposals to support our partners with programming developments, around thematic proposals that fund work in multiple countries. This work will encompass, producing compelling, persuasive and professional applications to secure and renew funding. This will result in achieving substantial donations and long-term partnership with donors through excellent stewardship, characterised by clearly articulating to trusts, funder’s philanthropic interests, providing captivating reports to encourage the renewal and cultivation of potential and existing donations. You will develop and maintain an exemplary understanding of the context and challenges of Embrace’s Christian partners, deliver high quality applications to either achieve or exceed targets and ensure donors are professionally thanked and their support acknowledged as appropriate.

About you:

This role requires a proven understanding of successful programme design and ability to innovate our approach to fundraising from charitable trusts, foundations and corporate donors, coupled with pre-emptively writing pitch proposals that marry donor purpose, and an ability to present detailed reports illustrating the impact of Embrace’s work through its Christian partners in the region. Suitable candidates will be motivated and inspired to support Embrace’s Christian partners to transform lives and restore the dignity of the most excluded and marginalised, helping change the lives of marginalised people living with poverty, injustice, disability, trauma and displacement caused by conflict, and other challenges. You will have a sympathy for Embrace’s mission with the Christian faith and be comfortable working in a faith-inspired environment.

Suitable skills and experience include:

• A track record in developing new funding sources, writing applications and reporting on projects raising 5/6-figure sums for multi-year projects 
• Ability to identify potential new funding opportunities and have experience of writing detailed reports and delivering pitches on the phone and/or in person  
• A highly collaborative approach, a problem solver and lateral thinker  
• Willingness to travel to visit Embrace’s programmes in the Middle East (once or twice every 2 years)
• Translating strategy into cases for funding support  
• A propositional / front-footed approach, proactively prioritising workload to deliver multiple projects at the same high standard  
• Strong written communication and interpersonal skills with proven track record in face-to-face pitching to prospects and the ability to present orally and in writing   
• Ability to influence, negotiate and persuade others to gain acceptance or agreement of ideas and approaches  
• Competent level of computer literacy, including use of Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel and CRM system 
• Self-motivated, be able to work from home and be able to travel to London and other areas as required  
• Show a sense of responsibility and commitment to organisational excellence with integrity, honesty and professionalism 

Staff benefits at Embrace the Middle East….

• To support every member of staff to work as effectively as possible, Embrace offers remote and flexible working arrangements. This includes flexitime and home-working arrangements
• Flexitime - start work between 7:30am – 10:00am and finish between 3:00pm – 6:00pm. Our core collaborative working hours are between 10:00am to 3:00pm
• Working from home allowance of £312 per annum
• Pension - option to join from day 1. Maximum employer contribution of 10%
• Holiday - 32 days, including 8 bank holidays and a day off work for your birthday – rising to 33 days after 5 years' service and 34 days after 10 years' service, plus 3 days leave between Christmas and the New Year
• Life Assurance - 3x salary
• Access to retail discount portal
• Employee Assistant Programme (confidential counselling, legal and financial advice) - available 24 /7, 365 days a year
• Training and development programme for all employees
• Commitment to staff health & wellbeing

How to apply:

To apply online, please visit our website and go to ‘Job Opportunities’.

Closing date: 9 January 2025.

We aim to contact all shortlisted candidates either before or shortly after the closing date.

Embrace the Middle East provides equal opportunity for all job applicants and employees and is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination. We are dedicated to an inclusive culture, and we strive to create a workplace where teams of people with diverse backgrounds, characteristic, perspectives, ideas and experiences work together.

Please note that in order to be considered for this position you need to have the right to work in the UK, either through nationality or relevant work visa.

The successful candidate will be required to complete a medical questionnaire and undertake a disclosure check as part of the Charity’s safer recruitment policy.

Thank you for your interest in Embrace the Middle East.

The Degrees Initiative is a UK-based NGO that builds the capacity of developing countries to evaluate solar radiation modification (SRM), a controversial proposal for reducing some impacts of climate change by reflecting sunlight away from the Earth. Degrees is neutral on whether SRM should ever be used, but we believe that developing countries should be empowered to conduct their own research and to play a central role in SRM discussions. The initiative has been working in different forms for over a decade and our work receives worldwide coverage and widespread acclaim. 

Degrees’ programmatic work builds capacity through research grants, workshops, and community-building—all of these across the Global South. The initiative has been steadily growing since becoming a charity, and we plan on continuing to expand. Over the next few years, Degrees will offer grants to research teams in new countries and disciplines, support the scientists as they develop into regional leaders, and keep building a global community of experts.

The Programmes Director role offers a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate to advance while helping scale-up the organisation’s work. They will get to work with some the world’s leading SRM experts both inside and outside of Degrees and play a central role in building an initiative that is changing the field of SRM.  

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer and as a key member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), this critical role will lead the development of a large, expert and high-performing directorate. You will be accountable for the strategic development and successful delivery of MyBnk’s programmes across the United Kingdom, ensuring high impact and consistent quality in every aspect of our programmatic output.

We are holding an information webinar about this role on 18th December. Please register for it via the job pack. All registrants will receive a copy of the recording.

You’ll create and deliver an ambitious new Programmes and Delivery strategy inspired by our new 2024-2027 strategy ‘Money: A Language for Life’ which outlines four strategic pillars: 

• Building habits; driving healthy financial habits 

• Expanding reach; enabling young people and adults to get financial education when they need it 

• Increased accessibility; supporting young people and adults most in need 

• Tackling inequality; fighting for financial literacy. 

In this role, you’ll ensure that MyBnk have robust and appropriate systems, practices and processes that enable us to deliver best-in-class operational programmes to our learners. This will be rooted in more effective use of data and insights to drive the development of our programme suite. Critical to our new strategy, is driving an ambitious and forward-thinking approach to programme innovation; ensuring our programmes are learner centred, purpose driven and leverage the best techniques for building financial fluency. 

You’ll be held strategically accountable for delivering our work across all four UK nations. As we introduce a new leadership framework, you will be responsible for implementing this across your Directorate. Our ambition is to be the leading financial education provider in the UK, and your contribution in this role will be Essential to achieving our goals.

MyBnk Directors are expected to identify and secure strategic partnerships that benefit the organisation. Equally, Directors will exemplify and model the MyBnk values of: 

• Young at heart, serious in intent 

• Stories are the best means of education 

• We live in the real world 

This role is a great opportunity to bring your professional toolkit to an exciting, growing and purpose driven charity doing vital work for our society. You will have the resources, support, and visibility you need from the CEO, Senior Leadership Team and Trustees. For the right person it will be a career-shaping role. 

Job details

This is a maternity cover role with a fixed-term contract of twelve months. 

Given the close connection with women who have faced trauma and experienced violence, it is a Genuine Occupational Requirement (as set out in the Equality Act 2010) for the postholder to be female.

Please note that this is one of two maternity cover posts currently advertised by Strength & Stem. We are also looking for an Interim CEO (maternity cover post).
 

Role Title: Interim Programme Director

Reports to:  Interim CEO

Hours: 0.8 FTE. This is the equivalent of four days a week (30 hours) but there is mutual flexibility in the structure of how these hours are agreed.  Attendance at programme-related activities in Kings Cross, London, at some evening meetings and the occasional weekend (Saturday) work will be required.

Salary: £39,520 pro rata, equating to £31,616 for four days per week (30 hours per week). Reasonable programme-related travel expenses will be covered (this does not include accommodation).

Location: Hybrid working. Your normal place of work will be from home. However, you will be required to attend all in-person programme-related activities. All in-person work takes place in London (mostly in King’s Cross). In-person activities average to about four times per month across the year.

Start date: February 2025.

To see the full job description and person specification, please visit our website and download the Job Description.

About Strength & Stem

Strength & Stem is a charity and social enterprise that uses floristry to help female modern slavery survivors experience restoration and empowerment.

Our core programme, “Flowers for the Future”, is led by a small staff team and runs annually from May to January in Kings Cross London. Over nine months, participants complete vocational floristry training, prevocational and wellbeing skills training, mentorship, and work experience to increase their agency, strengthen relationships and wellbeing, and become prepared for employment. Working with flowers, participants gain valuable skills, build a brighter future, and engage with a therapeutic tool to support their healing from trauma.  

Ultimately, our vision is to see survivors restored from their trauma, empowered for the future, and able to sustain a good quality of life.

Strength and Stem started with a pilot project in 2019, and we are now into our third year of running a programme based on a well-developed theory of change and monitoring and evaluation approach.

We are a values-led and faith-based organisation which welcomes everyone and works hard to live out its values of

• Empowerment
• Restoration
• Inclusivity
• Connection
• Regular Reflection
• Creativity

Role summary

The Interim Programme Director will lead Strength & Stem’s programmes, supporting female survivors of modern slavery and human trafficking through impactful skills training, mentorship, and work experience schemes. Acting as Safeguarding Lead, they will ensure participant safety while managing staff, facilitators, volunteers, and budgets to deliver programmes on time and to a high standard. They will engage with stakeholders, foster alumni networks, and oversee monitoring and evaluation data collection to drive continuous improvement. The role combines leadership, programme delivery, and strategic development to advance the organisation’s mission.

How to apply

Please send an up-to-date CV along with a cover letter of no more than two pages to the email address outlined in the Job Description.

Please ensure your cover letter references how your skills and experience match the job description.

The application deadline is midnight on Monday the 5th of January 2025.

Are you passionate about the environment?

Could you lead and support a dedicated team of staff working on diverse but interlinked projects?

We are looking for a dynamic and experienced manager provide leadership and the overall framework for delivery of a variety of exciting and innovative environmental projects. You will have a proven track record of programme and project management experience together with a keen understanding of natural conservation, active travel and access to greenspaces. You will be supported by volunteer Directors and a skilled team of dedicated staff with an office base in Huddersfield, satellite projects throughout Kirklees and opportunities for flexible working.

At EPIKS we are passionate about finding local solutions to environmental problems. We work to improve the environment: promoting biodiversity, active travel and a sustainable economy to make Kirklees a better place to live and work. EPIKS is run by four volunteer Directors and a small, dedicated team of part time staff. We are at an exciting phase of development with new projects to deliver on Active Travel and Landscape Recovery alongside continuing work on greenspaces in local nature parks, enhanced biodiversity and improved access in and around the Colne and Upper Calder Valleys. EPIKS has recently expanded our volunteer roles and community engagement activities and established a firm foundation for our active travel projects and the Walk Wheel Ride Kirklees brand. To achieve success in all these areas we need a Programme Manager to lead on the roadmap of our existing and future funded core projects. You will help coordinate work across the staff team and projects and support development to secure future funding. In striving to improve our engagement with volunteers, supporters, funders and the wider public we need an innovative, experienced communicator to lead on this critical part of our work. The position involves working flexibly over 20 hours per week with the opportunity to extend the hours depending on funding success. The post will require some evening, weekend and bank holiday working. The post is based at the EPIKS office in the Media Centre, Huddersfield with occasional opportunities to work at satellite hubs in the Holme Valley, Batley and Spen Valley. Working partly from home is an option. EPIKS uses Microsoft 365.

Role Profile

• Manage an overall framework for the delivery and sustainability of a variety of funded environmental projects

• Support Directors with a consistent, strategic overview of EPIKS as an organisation.

• Manage a team of 10 part time staff to ensure effective, efficient delivery of projects and programmes

• Ensure recording and evaluation of projects and appropriate feedback to others including partners and funders.

• Ensure appropriate systems, resources and procedures are carried out

• Oversee a comprehensive, inclusive comms schedule

• Support the development of new funding bids and revenue in collaboration with Directors and staff

• Manage overall assets and finances

• Oversee the development of a new CRM system

• Monthly reporting to EPIKS Directors

Person Spec – Essential

• Passionate about making a difference for climate and nature locally.

• Experience of staff supervision and development

• Knowledgeable about key environmental issues particularly nature conservation and active travel

• Able to see the “big picture” and coordinate a range of interlinked projects

• Experience of leading and managing programmes and events

• Flexible and adaptable; able to balance competing or changing priorities as external influences demand

• Understand the voluntary sector ethos – experience of working or volunteering in community and voluntary settings

• Excellent communication skills

• Experience of procurement and contracting

• Excellent organisational skills

• Project management experience

• Able to organise own work, manage priorities and achieve objectives without close supervision, paying close attention to detail

• Good working knowledge of Microsoft 365

• Able to work inclusively, working with diverse communities and groups

Desirable

• Adept user of a range of media platforms

• Awareness of local government and business sponsorship or employers' partnership working

The Vacancy

Gender Action for Peace and Security (GAPS) is the UK’s Women, Peace and Security civil society network. GAPS was founded to progress the United Nations Security Council Resolution 1325 on Women, Peace and Security and to hold the UK government accountable for its international commitments to women and girls affected by conflict. GAPS is hosted by Saferworld, an independent, not-for-profit international organisation working to prevent violent conflict and build safer lives in countries and territories across Africa, Asia and the Middle East.

The Strengthening Global WPS Practice project, supported by the U.S. Department of State Office of Global Women’s Issues (S/GWI) aims to advance the Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) agenda on global, regional, and local scales. This project will strengthen WPS Centres of Excellence in key regions, build networks among Civil Society, including Women’s Rights Organisations (WROs) and Women-Led Organisations (WLOs), and foster sustainable practices that elevate inclusiveness in peace and security.

GAPS is currently hosted by Saferworld, an international not-for-profit peacebuilding and conflict prevention organisation.

The Programme Manager will manage the implementation and day-to-day activities of the Strengthening Global WPS Practice project

• Project Management and Leadership: Manage the implementation and daily activities of the Strengthening Global WPS Practice project, overseeing operational, financial, compliance, and stakeholder engagement aspects.

• Expertise in Women, Peace, and Security (WPS): Bring strong knowledge, experience, and understanding of the WPS agenda, National Action Plans, and civil society partnerships, along with budget management and donor compliance skills.

• Representation and Strategic Development: Represent GAPS with authorities, donors, and stakeholders, contribute to cross-organisational learning, and ensure effective risk management while supporting organisation-wide strategic planning and programme synergy.

For more information about the roles and responsibilities, person specification and any other requirements, please refer to the attached document.

Saferworld reserves the right to close this vacancy early given sufficient quality applicants. We therefore encourage early applications to avoid missing out.

The Organisation

Saferworld is an international organisation dedicated to conflict prevention and peacebuilding programming, policy and practice. We collaborate with institutions and work directly with partners across Africa, Asia, the Middle East and Europe to tackle diverse factors that drive violent conflict, injustice and insecurity. We participate in major global policy debates on peace, justice and security to influence change.

For more information about Saferworld as an organisation, our commitment to diversity and inclusion, safeguarding, interview process or staff benefits, please refer to our website or jobs page.

HOURS: Full time at 35 hours per week (flexible working)
LOCATION: The main office is in Islington. Client and partnership work is currently carried out in Islington, Tower Hamlets, Newham, Hounslow, Brent, Ealing. The Director’s role is predominantly based in Islington, but some work in other locations may be required. Client work to be carried out in person on office days. In general, work is carried out in person with an option for remote working 1 day per week.
THE ROLE: The Director is responsible for the overall running of Maa Shanti. This includes supporting and managing staff, developing strategy, operational management, contract management, service development, training, consultancy, partnership working, safeguarding and child protection, HR, recruitment, finance, fundraising, marketing and social media. Some of these activities (e.g. fundraising and social media) are delegated to staff members with guidance and direction from the Director. The Director is supported by a committed board of trustees, and communicates and reports to the board regularly.

THE COMPANY: Maa Shanti supports South Asian mothers who are impacted by domestic abuse. Our aim is to reduce isolation, and increase confidence, knowledge and skills for our services users. We do this by improving access to activities, education and employment and through the provision of advocacy and support (both in person and remotely). We run a busy programme of events, workshops and events which includes e.g. yoga, mindfulness, cooking, vocabulary groups, arts and crafts, excursions and children’s activities during school holidays. The charity was founded in Islington as a grassroots
organisation in 2004 and has grown in strength and size in the last 20 years. We currently have 6 members of staff working for the charity. 

WHO CAN APPLY: The successful candidate will be creative, committed, organised and have an understanding of the issues facing our service users. They will have experience in leading an NGO/charity, managing staff and volunteers, fundraising, stakeholder and funder management, service development, charity administration, infrastructure and compliance, working with a board of trustees and working with vulnerable women and children. This role is open to women only (exemption under the Equality Act 2010 Schedule 9, Part1). Section 7(2) e of the 1975 Sex Discrimination Act and Section 5(2) d of the 1976 Race Relations Act applies).

VAS is looking for an experienced Director of Operations to join our leadership team. We’re looking for a collaborative leader who can develop and support teams across VAS to deliver our purpose for the sector and the city.

The Director of Operations will oversee the efficiency and impact of daily operations, ensuring that our programs, finances, people, and resources align with our purpose, priorities and values. The Director of Operations will play a key role in ensuring the viability of the organisation, specifically overseeing strategic finance, HR, operational systems, developing programme management and leading our priority 5 ambition

We are recruiting Associate Facilitators (Freelancers) who specialise in either Young People or Adult's Delivery to join our team! 

Young People's Role:

"Are you a confident and passionate facilitator eager to make a real difference in young people’s lives? Join Khulisa and deliver our flagship ‘Face It’ programme, a cutting-edge, trauma-informed initiative that empowers young people aged 11-18 to build emotional resilience and unlock their full potential"

As an Associate Facilitator, you’ll lead engaging group sessions in schools across the North-West, using creative approaches like drama, art, and storytelling. You’ll play a pivotal role in transforming behaviors and fostering well-being for young people affected by trauma or adversity. This freelance opportunity offers flexibility, meaningful impact, and the chance to work with a dynamic team committed to creating nurturing environments where all young people can thrive. If you're ready to inspire change, this is the role for you!"

Adult's Delivery Role:

"Are you an experienced trauma trainer or facilitator with a passion for supporting parents and carers? Join Khulisa and lead the delivery of our innovative trauma training across schools, while also facilitating our new ‘Nurturing Connections’ programme designed to empower parents and carers navigating the challenges of raising adolescents affected by trauma or adversity."

In this role, you'll deliver specialised trauma training to schools and professionals, helping them build trauma-informed approaches to support young people. You’ll also lead the ‘Nurturing Connections’ programme, providing parents and carers with practical tools, knowledge, and skills to support their children’s emotional development and behavior, while also focusing on their own well-being. This is an exciting opportunity to make a direct impact in both educational and family settings, creating a positive ripple effect that supports the broader community. If you are passionate about empowering adults to better support young people, we want to hear from you!