Programme manager jobs in lambeth, greater london

The Role

We are seeking an organised, proactive, and detail-oriented Project Officer to join our dynamic Operations team.

You will play a vital role in supporting the management and development of our Ambition property portfolio, as well as contributing to the broader operational running of the organisation — working across teams to enhance systems, coordinate projects, and provide responsive administrative support.

This is an ideal role for someone who:

• Thrives in a fast-paced and evolving environment

• Has strong coordination and problem-solving skills

• Enjoys a balance of project work, stakeholder engagement, and operational support

• Is passionate about working in a mission-led organisation that puts young people first

Key responsibilities

Ambition property portfolio

•  Maintain and update project progress trackers to monitor property and club activities.

• Prepare and deliver regular reports on the status of the property portfolio, highlighting risks, issues, and progress.

• Update and maintain the Risk & Issues (R&I) log accurately and consistently.

• Manage day-to-day communications with key stakeholders (internal and external), ensuring timely responses and effective information flow.

• Maintain property portfolio email accounts, ensuring all communications are filed, tracked, and responded to appropriately.

• Conduct research into clubs and property-related matters and document findings to inform strategic decisions.

• Maintain, organise, and archive property-related documents, ensuring compliance with data protection and retention policies.

• Update and manage property portfolio files and records within Microsoft Dynamics CRM.

Who we are

UK Youth is a leading charity that exists to ensure all young people are equipped to thrive and empowered to contribute at every stage of their lives. We work with others to ensure that the youth sector is strengthened, supported, and that provision is youth-led, evidence-informed and delivers high-quality outcomes.

UK Youth plays a unique role in addressing; the lack of investment in the youth sector, the lack of cross sector understanding in how youth work makes a difference and the limited opportunities to embed effective solutions. These factors lead to mass inequality of access to youth services for young people. To find more about us and how we make an impact, please visit UK Youth Website.

Why work at UK Youth?

UK Youth is a leading charity that exists to ensure all young people are equipped to thrive and empowered to contribute at every stage of their lives. We work with others to ensure that the youth sector is strengthened, supported, and that provision is youth-led, evidence-informed and delivers high-quality outcomes. UK Youth plays a unique role in addressing; the lack of investment in the youth sector, the lack of cross-sector understanding in how youth work makes a difference and the limited opportunities to embed effective solutions. These factors lead to mass inequality of access to youth services for young people.

What we can offer you

We offer a competitive range of benefits, good work/life balance, excellent learning and development opportunities and vibrant organisational culture:

• Flexible/Agile Working

• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time employees)

• Funded training provided in; Safeguarding, GDPR, Information and Cyber Security & Equality & Diversity

• Other training available in support of your personal and professional development

• Pension scheme (currently UK Youth match employee contributions up to 5%)

• Membership of our life insurance scheme which would pay-out up to 4 times your salary

• Employee Assistance Programme to support employees both professionally and personally

• 20% discount off bookings at Avon Tyrrell, our New Forest Outdoor Centre, including camping, lodges and outdoor activities.

• IT equipment provided for the duration of contract

• CycleScheme and TechScheme

How to apply

If you would like to be considered for this fantastic opportunity, please complete an application via our completely anonymised recruitment system provided by Applied which looks to create a fair and unbiased application process for all. Scroll to the top of the page and start your application.

Closing date: 19th May 2025 @ 11:59pm (midnight)

Interview Dates: 23rd May 2025

Provisional Start Date: Immediately

As this role involves working in a regulated environment with young people, any offer will be conditional to satisfactory background checks, which include criminal record check and employment reference.

We have an exciting opportunity for an Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) to join the team in London, working 37.5 hours a week.  This role involves both face to face and virtual support in a hybrid model of working, you will work from home, Victim Support Office in London.

Do you want to make a difference every day?  Do you want to contribute to change & improvement for those who need it?

Do you have resilience & adaptability?  Can you work effectively with a focus on customer service and care?

If yes, then we'd love to hear from you

What we offer:

At Victim Support we believe in attracting & retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards & benefits package including:

• Flexible working options including hybrid working
• 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 33 days plus Bank Holidays
• An extra day off for your birthday & options to buy or sell annual leave
• Pension with 5% employer contribution
• Enhanced sick pay allowances, maternity & paternity payments
• High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment & leisure discounts
• Access to our financial wellbeing hub & salary deducted finance
• Employee assistance programme & wellbeing support
• Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes
• Cycle to work scheme & season ticket loans
• Ongoing training & support with opportunities for career development & progression

About the role:

This role is based in Islington (plus any information about travel, hybrid working, flexible)

As an Independent Domestic Violence Advocate you will:

• Implement effective ways of working with victims and those supporting them to increase safety and reduce harm.
• Provide a high-quality, front-line service to victims of domestic abuse, delivering a premium service prioritised according to risk, primarily focusing on victim/survivors aged 16+
• Work within a multi-agency framework consisting of the MARAC and local partnership responses to domestic abuse to keep safety central to all services for victims of domestic abuse.

You will need:

• Have a knowledge of help-seeking barriers and support needs of victims of domestic abuse (in heterosexual or same-sex relationships). 
• Have a good understanding of domestic abuse including the impact of domestic abuse on victims and their children.
• Understand the principles of risk assessment, safety planning and risk management for victims of domestic abuse and their children
• Understand safeguarding issues, and the legal responsibilities surrounding these issues.
• Direct service delivery to victims of domestic abuse or other vulnerable people.
• Have excellent communication, negotiation and advocacy skills, both written and verbal when interacting with a range of agencies and individuals. Understand and be committed to equal opportunities and diversity issues in policy and practice.
• Have a strong crisis management skills and the ability to deal with stressful and difficult situations.

Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details.

About Us:

Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity providing a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. We work towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System. Everyone at VS is driven by our Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. Working for VS gives you the opportunity to play a key role in a national charity providing high quality services to victims and witnesses and being a vital force for change.

Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required.

Victim Support strives to represent the diverse communities we serve and are passionate about creating an environment where all staff and volunteers feel respected and heard. Being a diverse organisation with an inclusive culture is integral to us being able to meet our aim of ensuring that anyone who is a victim of crime gets the support they need.
As part of our commitment to the Race at Work Charter we particularly welcome applicants from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. VS is also a Disability Confident Employer and we provide a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role.

If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of our selection process, we'll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best.

How to apply:

To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria.

We look forward to hearing from you.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date.

If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.

Finance Officer

 £29,000-£34,000 per annum (dependent on relevant skills and experience and qualification) plus generous benefits

 Location – Hybrid working split between the Foundation’s office in London and home.

We are the Football Foundation - the Premier League, the FA and government’s charity that delivers outstanding grassroots facilities, more and better places to play, transforming lives and communities where it is needed most. 

About the role

Are you an organised and detail-focused finance professional looking to grow your career in a purpose-driven organisation? Join the Football Foundation as a Finance Officer and play a key role in supporting our finance operations and enabling funding that transforms communities through sport.

As Finance Officer, you’ll ensure the smooth day-to-day running of our finance function. From processing supplier invoices and grant claims to managing travel expenses and supporting internal departments, you'll be at the heart of delivering efficient, accurate, and proactive financial administration.

Key responsibilities

· Process supplier invoices and ensure compliance with procurement procedures

· Support departments with raising and coding purchase orders

· Ensure accurate and timely processing of weekly grant claims

· Manage travel bookings and respond to expense queries (TravelPerk)

· Conduct supplier spend analysis and reporting

· Assist in managing the Pitch Replacement Fund and related systems

· Maintain and update finance process manuals and user guides

· Collaborate with other teams and provide excellent customer service

What are we looking for?

· Part-qualified with AAT, ACA, ACCA or CIMA

· Experience in accounts payable or finance administration

· Skilled in invoice processing, reconciliations, and credit card handling

· Comfortable using accounting systems (ideally NetSuite, Compleat, Webexpenses)

· Strong numerical, Excel and organisational skills

· Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities

· Attention to detail with a proactive, problem-solving mindset

· A team player who thrives in a collaborative environment.

For full details of the role and requirements, please download our recruitment pack below.

What can we offer you?

We’re a friendly, supportive organisation where you’ll have the chance to grow your skills in a collaborative and inclusive culture. 

The salary band for this role is £29,000 - £34,000 per annum, dependent on relevant skills and experience.

You will start with 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (which increases after 2 years), plus additional time off to volunteer. We also offer a generous pension scheme (8% employer contribution), free health care provision, a monthly gym subsidy, death in service benefit and access to selected match tickets.

We are committed to helping our team members maintain a healthy work-life balance, so offer flexible working around core hours to help achieve that.

Equality and Diversity Commitment

The Football Foundation is committed to and values the principles of diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive working environment where all our team feel respected and supported in fulfilling their potential. We encourage and welcome applications from all, regardless of background and are particularly interested to hear from individuals belonging to under-represented groups including diverse ethnic communities, individuals with a disability and those from the LGBTQI+ community.

Should you need any adjustments to the recruitment process, at either application or interview stage, please contact us.

The closing date for applications is: Midday on Thursday 29 May 2025

First interviews will be held via MS Teams and are currently scheduled for Wednesday 4 June 2025.

Second-stage interviews will be held in person at our office in Wembley Stadium and are currently scheduled for Monday 9 June 2025.

We have a preference for candidates who are immediately available, however, we welcome and will consider applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

We encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible, as we may close the advert and application window early if we have received sufficient applications.

Please note that you must be eligible to work in the UK to apply.