Programme manager jobs in oxford, greater london

We are a youth movement that empowers people with refugee backgrounds to build community, become leaders, and flourish into adulthood in the place that they call home.

There are thousands of young refugees and migrants arriving in the UK every year. We believe in the unbounded potential of these individuals and are driven to help them thrive. Our residentials and youth clubs are at the start of this journey, allowing us to create a space where we can build a community, teach leadership skills and spark ideas. With the right support, our ambition is to ensure that displaced youth have the agency to take control of their own lives.

The Trusts & Foundations Specialist will play a key role in identifying and securing grants from trusts and foundations. You will lead on researching new opportunities, crafting compelling applications, and stewarding relationships with grantmakers. We’re looking for a diligent and thoughtful writer with a sharp eye for detail and a deep interest in our work, who is also keen to contribute to the wider life of the organisation.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Grant Prospecting & Pipeline Development

• Research and maintain a pipeline of trusts and foundations aligned with OSH’s mission and growth priorities.

• Work closely with OSH leadership to align fundraising priorities with programme plans and organisational growth.

• Maintain up-to-date records on potential and active funders in OSH’s CRM.
   

Bid Writing & Submission

• Write and submit high-quality, tailored applications that articulate OSH’s impact, values and plans.

• Ensure applications are accurate, persuasive, and meet deadlines and funder requirements.

• Collaborate with the team to gather supporting information, budgets, and case studies.
   

Reporting & Stewardship

• Prepare timely and engaging reports for successful grants, ensuring compliance with funder requirements and strong stewardship.

• Maintain excellent records and monitor deadlines for reporting and renewals.
   

Cross-Organisational Contribution

• Coordinate annual impact reporting, including data analysis, case studies, and visual storytelling.

• Build strong internal relationships and stay connected to OSH’s work by attending occasional programmes, events and residentials.

• Contribute ideas and support the fundraising team’s broader work (e.g. campaigns, supporter communications).

• Engage with programme staff to gather stories and data that demonstrate OSH’s impact.

• Other duties as may be required from time to time

ABOUT YOU

• Demonstrated experience writing successful funding applications to trusts and foundations.

• Excellent writing and editing skills — clear, concise, persuasive and adaptable to different audiences.

• Highly organised, diligent and able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

• Ability to analyse funder criteria and align proposals strategically.

• Strong team player, willing to engage with programme staff, volunteers and young people to understand and communicate OSH’s work.

• Strong relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage funders and supporters with warmth and professionalism.

• Commitment to ethical fundraising practices and compliance with UK fundraising regulations.

• Familiarity with fundraising CRMs, in particular Beacon.

• Experience preparing budgets and financial reports for funders.

• Personal or professional understanding of issues affecting people from refugee backgrounds.

• Passion for OSH’s mission and commitment to centering people with refugee backgrounds.

• Ability to speak in other languages relevant to our community, including Arabic, Pashto, Farsi, Tigrinya, Amharic, Oromo, and Spanish.

We believe that diversity simply makes for a stronger team. We aim to create a workplace that is welcoming for all, inclusive of ethnicity, disability, age, religious belief, marital status, pregnancy, sexuality or gender. In order to reflect the ethnic diversity of our participants, we are particularly encouraging applications from applicants who come from global majority backgrounds, or applicants who have lived experience of seeking asylum.

This role is an exciting opportunity to work at the heart of the National Theatre’s fundraising department supporting the team to develop and nurture meaningful, lifelong relationships with our supporters from first engagement onwards.

The role will deliver a programme of regular and bespoke engagement opportunities designed to introduce new supporters to the National Theatre and provide inspiring stewardship for major donors. They will assist in the implementation of a cultivation and stewardship strategy ensuring consistency, creativity, and alignment across fundraising sectors, with a focus on gifts of £25,000+ from Individuals and Trusts, and £50,000+ from Corporates. They will work closely with the Development Operations team to align efforts and maintain high standards.

As a core member of the Operations team, the role will work closely with colleagues across the National Theatre and be responsible for developing compelling proposals and impact-led reports that inspire new and continued major gifts to the Stories Start Here campaign.

The role requires effective collaboration, strong writing ability, attention to detail and the creativity to deliver exciting and impactful donor engagement opportunities

The successful candidate will have the following: 

• Experience of working in a successful and busy fundraising environment.
• Previous experience providing engaging experiences and written collateral for individuals, Trusts or corporate partners.
• An understanding of donor cultivation and stewardship strategies, processes and events.
• Experience of delivering and improving processes and systems.
• Strong written communication skills.

If that sounds like you, this may be the role for you!

The closing date for the receipt of a completed application is Monday 11th August 2025 at 12 noon

Contract Type: Fixed Term Full Time
Salary: From £38,252 to £42,502 per annum
Location: London
 
Closing Date: 17 August 2025
 
Concern Worldwide (UK) is looking for a Senior Prospect Researcher on a 3-year fixed term contract.
 
About us
 
Concern Worldwide is a non-governmental, international humanitarian organization dedicated to the reduction of suffering and working toward the ultimate elimination of extreme poverty in the world's poorest countries. Our mission is to transform the lives of people living in extreme poverty. We work with 27 million people each year, in some of the hardest-to-reach and most fragile places. Places prone to conflict, natural disasters, climate change, and extreme hunger.
 
About the role
 
To contribute to the success of the Philanthropy and Partnerships Team success, and the delivery of income targets through effective and timely prospect research and pipeline management.
 
Main duties & Responsibilities
• Develop and implement a robust prospect research strategy supporting high-value fundraising across philanthropists, trusts & foundations, and corporates in the UK.
• Work collaboratively with our team in Ireland, to realise the pipeline opportunities for the portfolios across territories and allocate a percentage of time to supporting prospecting for our Ireland-based fundraising colleagues.
• Lead on prospect identification and qualification, building a diverse, strategic pipeline of potential supporters.
• Produce tailored research and high-quality briefing materials for fundraisers, senior leadership, and trustees.
• Manage team-wide prospect pipelines, portfolio allocation, and reporting. Fundraisers will be responsible for engagement of prospects.
• Conduct due diligence research in line with Concern's Gift Acceptance Policy and ethical fundraising standards.
• Support the ongoing development of prospect research systems and processes using our CRM and research tools.
• Ensure the prospect pipeline and new contacts and correspondence is captured on our CRM system, ensuring legal and regulatory compliance (for example in respect to data protection legislation)
• Keep up to date on sector trends and identify ways to improve research, due diligence and market insight. Proactively bring these insights to research meetings and share with colleagues
 
About You
• Demonstrable experience in prospect research within a high-value fundraising environment.
• Demonstrable experience of identifying, collecting and analysing prospect research data, utilising a wide variety of resources, including free and subscription research tools, internal systems and informal networks (such as forums) to produce high quality prospects leads and new business opportunities
• Contributing to the deliver of the Philanthropy and Partnerships team income targets
• Skilled in analysing and interpreting complex information from a variety of sources.
• Experience of using a CRM database to store prospect data, information and communications
• A thorough understanding of data protection legislation and how this relates to prospect research and fundraising
 
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
 
Concern Worldwide encourages all qualified candidates, irrespective of gender, ethnicity and origin, disability, political beliefs, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, or socio-economic status to apply to become a part of the organization. Concern is against all forms of discrimination and unequal power relations, and is committed to promoting equality.
 
Benefits
• 25 days' annual leave, pro-rated for part-time employees.
• Office closure between Christmas Day and New Year's Day
• Flexible hours and hybrid working
• Annual leave purchase scheme
• Enhanced parental leave pay
• Stakeholder pension
• Season ticket loan
• Cycle scheme
• Life assurance
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
 
About our office
 
Our London office is based in The Foundry close to Vauxhall and The Oval underground stations. The Foundry offers a unique opportunity to be a part of a vibrant and ambitious community focused on social justice and human rights.
 
Concern is currently trialling a hybrid model. Staff are expected to come into their base office once per week or the monthly equivalent i.e. 4 times per month. Staff are also able to flex their start and finish times between the hours of 7am to 7pm daily.
 
How to apply
 
Please upload your CV and cover letter by 17th August 2025.
All candidates who are short-listed for an interview will be notified via email.
Candidates must be legally entitled to work in the UK at the time of application.
 
The successful post holder will be required to complete a criminal records self-declaration form.
 
Having a criminal record will not necessarily debar you from working with Concern Worldwide (GB). This will depend on the nature of the position, together with the circumstances and background of your offences.
 
You may have experience of the following: Prospect Research Officer, Development Research Analyst, Fundraising Research Specialist, Donor Research Coordinator, Philanthropy Research Manager, Major Gifts Research Officer, Trust and Foundation Research Analyst, Corporate Research Specialist, etc.
 
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Location: Home based, UK
Job type: Full time
Salary: Salary Plan, 39,500.00 GBP Annual
End Date: September 8, 2025 (30 days left to apply)
 
We're seeking an enthusiastic Education Coordinator to help shape the future of chemistry education.
 
With a focus on Northern Ireland, you'll lead regional initiatives, tailoring them to local needs and supporting teachers through workshops and online sessions. You'll build strong partnerships with local education authorities, schools, and teacher networks, and collaborate with national organisations to advance our education policy across the UK and Ireland. You’ll monitor educational developments, contribute to policy-influencing documents, and share our views with policy makers and other stakeholders.
 
This role will require extensive travel throughout Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland, including attending and running events for teachers and student teachers, working with members, and meeting key education contacts. Expect to travel about twice a week, depending on the academic timetable, and occasionally work weekends and non-core hours.
 
Responsibilities:
 
Regional engagement and delivery: Lead the project management and delivery of education initiatives tailored to the needs of the local education community, aligned with our strategy. This includes understanding teacher needs, delivering direct support (e.g, workshops, online sessions), advising on the use of our resources, and commissioning internal support to enhance the impact of our services.
 
Local curriculum expertise and relevance: Champion and advise on local curricula to ensure our education programmes remain relevant and impactful for all teachers across the UK and Ireland. This includes providing guidance and advice to colleagues and partners on best practices for local curricula.
 
Partnership and stakeholder engagement:

• Develop and maintain successful partnerships and relationships with organisations and education stakeholders in the region (including local education authorities, schools, and teacher networks) to support the effective delivery of our programmes and initiatives. This also includes engaging with local members to act as advocates for chemistry and showcase best practice in school engagement activities.
• Build and maintain strategic links and collaborations with national organisations, government agencies, sister societies, and other policy influencers to inform the development and advancement of our education policy and resources.
 
Contribution to education policy and intelligence: Contribute to our education policy activities by monitoring educational developments, compiling and analysing relevant information, and drafting policy-influencing documents such as consultation responses and position statements. 
 
What we are looking for:

• A degree in science, preferably in the chemical sciences, or an equivalent qualification, together with evidence of working with schools, ideally with a teaching qualification.
• An understanding of school level, further and higher education and a breadth of knowledge of the education systems in the UK and Ireland together with a deep knowledge of the local curricula.
• Experience of stakeholder relationship management and an understanding of customer requirements, including those of: school teachers; FE teachers, HE academics and support staff; careers advisors; employers; governments and its agencies, and non-government bodies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including a proven ability to write effectively for different audiences and deliver clear and engaging presentations both online and in-person.
• Good project management and team working skills and experience, with the ability to work independently.
 
At the RSC we embrace flexibility and offer hybrid working, which means our teams come together when they need to collaborate. This role is home-based with the expectation that you will attend the office as needed for your role. If you need flexible working arrangements, please outline this in your application.
 
If you are interested in this role, please apply before the end of the closing date. When applying, you will need to provide an up-to-date CV and as a cover letter (in no more than 500 words) telling us about your relevant knowledge, skills and competencies and why you are applying for this role.
 
About the RSC
 
An organisation with a heritage that spans over 175 years, the RSC has an ambitious international vision for the future. Around the world, we invest in the education of future generations of scientists. We raise and maintain standards. We partner with industry and academia, promoting collaboration and innovation. We advise governments on policy, and we promote the talent, information and ideas that lead to great advances in science.
 
We provide advice, resources, and practical support to learners and educators in schools, colleges, and universities around the world. In the UK, we are the largest non-governmental funder of chemistry education and we influence government policy to ensure that opportunities to develop skills meet the unique needs of chemistry
 
Visit our Work For Us website to learn more about us, our benefits, equal opportunities statement and inclusive culture pledge.
 
At the RSC, we recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce and welcome applicants from a range of backgrounds to apply. We particularly encourage applications from disabled and ethnic minority candidates.
 
As a part of the Disability Confident Scheme, we endeavour, where possible, to offer an interview to candidates meeting the essential criteria of the role, who has a substantial physical/mental impairment which impacts their ability to carry out day-to-day tasks.
 
You may also have experience in the following: Chemistry Teacher, Science Teacher, Science Teaching Assistant, Chemistry Lecturer, Science Lecturer, Chemistry Academic, Science Academic, STEM Teacher, STEM Coordinator, Education Advisor, Education Coordinator, Teacher Training, Community Development
 
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About the role:

At Single Homeless Project's (SHP) Elms, we’re looking for a passionate and experienced Support Assistant ready to make a lasting difference in people's lives. Elms is a vibrant service based in Leyton (Waltham Forest) that brings together supported housing, a daytime activity programme, and a small floating support service. The supported housing element provides longer-term placements for adults with a diagnosis of paranoid schizophrenia, some of whom may also be managing physical health needs. Here, you’ll play a vital role in supporting residents to maintain their daily routines, manage their treatment, and grow in confidence as they move toward greater independence. From encouraging healthy eating and personal care to assisting with medication prompts and helping to keep living spaces welcoming and safe, you’ll be a consistent and trusted presence in their journey.

You’ll also contribute to our lively day service, where activities like bowling, lunch clubs and gardening groups help individuals reconnect with their community, learn new skills, and find joy in shared experiences. In addition, you’ll support former residents who are now living semi-independently, offering that extra bit of help as they navigate life with increasing autonomy. Working closely with Project Workers, you’ll be involved in a wide variety of recovery-focused tasks across the service, with the chance to build meaningful, lasting relationships along the way.

Joining SHP means more than taking on a role – it’s a chance to grow your career within an organisation committed to learning, development and progression. You’ll be part of a supportive, skilled team that values your insight and initiative. And most importantly, you’ll be helping people rebuild their lives, rediscover their strengths, and shape futures they can be proud of.

About you:

• An understanding of the principles of planned support and working with clients with multiple disadvantage.
• A level of numeracy sufficient to carry out tasks such as budgeting with clients, calculating benefit entitlements and understanding rent arrears.
• The ability to be self-motivating, work under pressure and manage time effectively, prioritising different areas of work according to need.
• An ability to be self-servicing in the use of IT applications and basic keyboard skills to record activities and to send and receive emails.
• The ability to coach someone to undertake a range of practical tasks relating to their independent living including moving into a new home.

About us:

Single Homeless Project is a London-wide charity. Our vision is of a society where everyone has a place to call home and the chance to live a fulfilling life.

We help single Londoners by preventing homelessness, providing support and accommodation, promoting wellbeing, enhancing opportunity, and being a voice for change. From supporting people in crisis to helping people take the final steps towards independence and employment, we make a difference to 12,000 lives every year across all 32 boroughs.

We offer you more than a job; we offer you a chance to be part of a compassionate, driven team that's committed to making a real difference in people's lives. You'll have the opportunity to lead, co-create, and inspire change while enjoying a collaborative, growth-oriented environment.

Join us in creating a brighter, more hopeful future for individuals in need. 

Important info:

Closing date: Sunday 10th August at midnight

Interview date: Monday 18th August at ELMS Service in Leyton

This post will require an Enhanced DBS check to be processed (by SHP) for the successful applicant.

Please note applications are reviewed for AI use in application questions. Applications requiring sponsorship will not be accepted or progressed.

We are looking for someone who can live and breathe our values; to work in partnership, deliver quality, adapt, be positive and be inclusive. You will be a self-starting, proactive individual with strong operational ability and a passion for supporting communities and strengthening the local voluntary sector.

Purpose of the Job:

This role leads the day-to-day delivery of Communities 1st’s support for voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise (VCFSE) organisations and volunteer centre engagement. You will play a key role in supporting community groups to be welcoming, accountable, effective and sustainable, and lead engagement with both new and established organisations.

We’re looking for a confident and capable leader who combines strong values with practical delivery skills. This role is ideal for someone experienced in the sector, ready to take on a broader management remit, with potential to grow into a future senior leadership role..

General Responsibilities

• Act as a key point of contact for VCFSE organisations seeking support, advice and partnership.
• Lead the planning and delivery of multiple services, projects and programmes in line with agreed objectives.
• Line manage and support staff and volunteers across the team, ensuring clear workplans, regular supervision, and high performance.
• Ensure your team meets key deadlines, outputs and targets set by funders or Communities 1st.
• Promote the voice and value of the VCFSE sector in meetings, networks and forums.
• Champion inclusive practice and equitable access in all areas of delivery.
• Ensure accurate records, timely reporting, and continual quality improvement.
• Support income generation through identifying new opportunities, contributing to bids, and building relationships with funders and stakeholders.
• Work collaboratively across departments to ensure a joined-up organisational approach.

Key Responsibilities

Strengthen the Local VCFSE Sector

• Provide high-quality advice, support and guidance on governance, funding, volunteering, project planning and service development.
• Support start-up groups and help existing organisations adapt and thrive.
• Design and deliver practical resources, events, training and workshops that strengthen organisations’ capacity and leadership.
• Work with colleagues and partners to ensure the sector has access to good quality, up-to-date information and funding opportunities.

Develop Volunteering Locally

• Lead the delivery of our Volunteer Centre services.
• Promote inclusive, flexible volunteering that meets community needs and individual motivations.
• Support local organisations to improve their volunteer recruitment, retention and management.
• Promote and embed volunteer recognition and celebration across the community.

Drive Community Engagement and Partnerships

• Build strong relationships with local organisations, public services, community leaders and funders.
• Facilitate connections and collaboration between organisations, networks and systems partners.
• Represent Communities 1st in local forums, networks and multi-agency partnerships.
• Support development of collaborative projects and joint funding bids where appropriate.

Management and Leadership

• Lead and support a team of staff and volunteers, ensuring high performance, wellbeing and development.
• Ensure clear workplans, supervision, and evaluation are in place for your team.
• Contribute to organisational planning, funding proposals and reporting.
• Model a collaborative, supportive and values-led approach.

Data, Evaluation and Continuous Improvement

• Ensure robust monitoring and evaluation of your team’s work.
• Track performance against funder outcomes and organisational objectives.
• Use data and feedback to improve delivery and demonstrate impact.
• Contribute to organisational reporting, storytelling and case study development.

This person would be responsible for leading on and developing major grant and trust funder relationships, working closely with internal teams on developing these projects further, maintaining a healthy pipeline and undertaking reporting and claims.

The role will also support our front-line services and advocacy teams on securing institutional contracts for direct service provision.

Benefits

All full-time employees benefit from 28 days holiday per calendar year (plus bank holidays). In addtion to these days;

• 1 day in addition to the 28 Holidays to be taken on employees’ birthday.
• 1 day in addition to the 28 Holidays per calendar year to take during religious celebrations of choice/relevant to the employee.
• 2 days to be taken to for volunteering activities (unrelated to work!) of an interest to the employee.
• 3 days are available per calendar year to be taken to alleviate mental health pressures.
• Flexible working conditions are encouraged for those employees to accommodate menstrual health needs. 

Pension

Doctors of the World operates a pension scheme with Scottish Widows. Employee contributions of a minimum of 3% are matched by an employer’s contribution of 6%.

Cycle to Work Scheme

DOTW UK have subscribed to the Ride to Work Scheme. They have a wide range of online and instore partners where the employee can easily purchase their bikes from ranging from electric to pushbikes. 

Flexible Working

We have a flexible working policy, and employees have the right to have their request for flexible working considered by Doctors of the World. This includes a request (2 requests per annum) to work outside of the UK for up to 4 weeks per year and to define the working arrangements (according to needs of contract) to balance working from home and office/clinic. 

About the role

This is a new role created at IRMO to strengthen how we measure, understand and communicate our impact. It sits at the heart of a learning-focused, community-led organisation working for migrant rights and social justice. We are open to hiring at either Officer or Lead level, depending on the experience and skills of the successful candidate.

We’re looking for someone with strong experience in Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) who can take the lead in reviewing our current MEL systems and practices, identifying what’s working well and where there’s room for improvement. You’ll help embed more consistent, robust approaches to evidence and learning across the organisation, with the aim of improving the quality of our services and better demonstrating our impact to funders, partners and the community.

This is a 12-month fixed-term role, with the primary goal of strengthening our MEL systems, tools and capacity. There may be potential to extend the contract, depending on organisational needs and funding.

You’ll work closely with Programme Managers to ensure that data is collected, analysed and used in ways that are meaningful and accessible — not only to meet funder requirements, but to improve how we work and support our community. You’ll also support reporting processes and help build capacity across the team around MEL tools and approaches.

This is a great opportunity for someone with a strong analytical mindset and a values-driven approach, who is passionate about making data meaningful and useful in service of social justice. While we’re looking for someone who can take initiative and contribute from early on, you’ll be well supported by the Head of Programmes and Impact and welcomed into a collaborative, reflective team environment.

Key responsibilities

Strategy review

• Conduct an initial analysis of IRMO’s current MEL practices, systems and tools.

• Develop recommendations and an action plan for strengthening MEL across the organisation with support from the Head of Programmes and Impact.

Systems and frameworks

• Design or refine MEL frameworks and tools across IRMO’s programmes.

• Set up or improve systems for tracking outputs, outcomes and impact, including use of IRMO’s CRM system (Views).

• Ensure MEL systems are practical, consistent, and aligned with IRMO’s Theory of Change and values.

Data and analysis

• Support teams with day-to-day data collection and quality assurance, in line with project and funding requirements.

• Conduct quantitative and qualitative analysis to generate useful insight and evidence.

• Support quarterly and annual reviews across programmes.

• Contribute to funding applications with relevant data and impact evidence.

Learning and capacity building

• Promote a culture of learning across the organisation, supporting teams to reflect, adapt and improve.

• Facilitate internal learning processes, including participatory evaluation, feedback tools, and learning workshops.

• Provide capacity-building support to staff on MEL tools, data use and analysis.

Reporting and communication

• Coordinate internal impact reporting and support external reporting to funders and stakeholders.

• Ensure that MEL processes meet GDPR requirements and ethical data collection standards.

• Communicate data and learning in accessible, meaningful formats for a range of audiences.

Person specification

Essential

• 2–4 years of experience in a MEL, data or research role, ideally in a community, charity or non-profit setting.

• Demonstrated ability to assess existing MEL practices and lead improvements to systems, tools, and processes.

• Experience designing or managing MEL frameworks, such as theories of change, results frameworks, and indicators.

• Confidence working with both quantitative and qualitative data, including surveys, focus groups and participatory methods.

• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret data to generate learning, demonstrate impact and inform decision-making.

• Experience facilitating learning and reflection processes, and supporting services to adapt based on evidence.

• Excellent interpersonal skills – able to work collaboratively, build relationships across teams, and support non-specialist colleagues to engage with MEL.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to tailor reporting for different audiences.

• Good communication skills in Spanish or Portuguese.

• Confident using digital tools to manage and analyse data, including spreadsheets, databases and survey platforms.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage complex information with accuracy.

• Understanding of data protection standards (including GDPR) and ethical MEL practices.

• Commitment to IRMO’s values, including anti-racism, anti-oppression, and community-led approaches, and an understanding of the issues facing migrant communities in the UK – particularly Latin Americans.

Desirable

• Experience using Views or a similar data management/CRM system.

• Experience designing or delivering participatory evaluation or community-led learning methods.

• Familiarity with IRMO’s programme areas: Advice, Education, Training and Employment (ETE), and Children and Young People (CYP).
   

We aim at all times to recruit the person most suited to the job and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly encourage applications from people who identify as members of minoritised groups, and from Latin Americans and people with lived experience of the immigration and asylum system, to reflect the community we serve. 

We understand that some candidates may use generative AI tools to support their application. This is fine – but please note that we will review applications for signs of AI-generated content. Applications that appear heavily AI-written, especially where responses feel generic or lack personal insight, may be marked down.

World Jewish Relief created the Specialist Training and Employment Programme (STEP) for refugees in 2016 and today we are the largest provider of specialist employment support to people who have experienced forced migration in the UK.STEP aims to support and empower people through a tailored employment programme that addresses the complex barriers that they face when preparing for and ultimately finding work in the UK.   

We support all people who have experienced forced migration, regardless of their proximity to the labour market, to develop the skills and access the opportunities they need to secure sustainable and meaningful employment. We deliver STEP across the UK, through local partners in communities in person, and through our online programme – STEP Online.

We now have an opportunity for a remote Employment Advisor to join the STEP Online team. You will be working with participants, providing high quality 1:1 advice and guidance and delivering group employability workshops, with the aim of coaching individuals and supporting them on their journey into employment that suits their previous experience and skill set.

You will prepare participants for employment and help them to achieve their chosen training and employment objectives. You will work to a variety of performance targets based on the progression outcomes of clients such as successful delivery of workshops, completion of training courses, volunteering, and achieving and sustaining paid employment.   

About you

We are looking for candidates who have:

• Proven experience or knowledge within the employment sector
• Understanding of the issues and challenges faced by people who have experienced forced displacement accessing employment, and the additional barriers that can be faced by women entering the UK job market.
• Knowledge of adult learning/vocational training
• Experience of delivering 1:1 advice and guidance and coaching
• Experience of reviewing and supervising a case load of participants
• Awareness of Safeguarding people at risk and maintaining professional boundaries
• Experience facilitating group workshops
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Cross-cultural sensitivity
• Good admin and IT skills (CRM database, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Advanced level of English
• Competency in a second language (e.g. Cantonese, Dari, Farsi, Ukrainian) is desirable

​Benefits

We offer a range of benefits including:

• 23 days holiday pro rata plus bank holidays and Jewish holidays.
• Pension scheme – we contribute 5% to the World Jewish Relief pension scheme.
• Life Insurance – up to 3 times salary to nominated beneficiaries.
• Health Cash Plan – cash back to cover the costs of dental treatment, optical care, specialist consultations and a range of complementary therapies.
• Employee Assistance Programme – free, confidential advice or support with any personal or work. related concerns or free counselling if needed.
• On Friday the office closes at 3pm.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

World Jewish Relief promotes equality, diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We invite and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds. We encourage applications from candidates of different ethnicities, socio-economic backgrounds, race, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation and of faith or none that meet the criteria set out for this role.

You don’t need to be Jewish to work for us, but you must but you must be committed to our faith-based values of Justice, Kindness, Repairing the World and Welcoming the Stranger. We are inspired by these values to work beyond our community, recognising the dignity and potential of all people.

We are striving to build a team reflective of the communities we work with. People with refugee or asylum-seeking backgrounds are experts by experience and are particularly encouraged to apply for this position. If you have first-hand experience of forced migration, please let us know in your application. Additionally, we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all the requirements that are listed within the person specification. 

We respect that people’s identity is not defined by their past experiences and do not expect candidates to describe their lived experience during the interview process unless they wish to do so. 

To apply

Please upload your CV and a cover letter explaining how you meet the criteria in the person specification. Please refer to the person specification which shows which criteria will be assessed in your CV and cover letter.

Interviews will be held week commencing 18th August

This is a unique opportunity for an enthusiastic and inspirational individual to join Keychange in an important new role.  We are looking for a candidate who is excited about delivering high-quality management information and helping to drive forward efficient and effective data management.  The successful applicant will collaborate with the finance team at Keychange to provide comprehensive financial data to community managers, the senior leadership team and trustees.  Additionally they will support the senior finance team in producing consistent and reliable non-financial organisational data.

This role will be supported by an accountancy training "day release" style package paid for by Keychange, aiming for a CCAB qualification within 2-3 years.  We are therefore looking for someone who demonstrates a willingness to learn while delivering financial analyses and generating management information for non-finance users, as well as a team player with a flexible "can do" attitude, taking initiative to solve problems and excietd to develop their communication skills.

Keychange provides support and care to people facing vulnerability.  We do this by providing housing to women and young people experiencing homelessness and providing residential care to older people across the South of England.  This position is based at our central office in London Waterloo, where hybrid working patterns are available.  Occasional visits to our operating sites may be required.

To find out more about working with us and further information about how to apply for this trainee role, please see the job pack.

Job title: Therapies Assessor and Service Manager

Reports to: Head of Bereavement Services

Location: Dependent on location, flexible - Some home working with regular travel to areas of service delivery, and regular travel to 2wish Head Office in South Wales.

Qualifications: 

• Hold a level 5 (or higher) diploma qualification in Therapeutic Counselling
• Hold a degree in relevant field, or demonstrate equivalent experience or a vocational qualification

Objective:

2wish exists to provide support to anyone affected by the sudden and unexpected death of a child or young person aged 25 and under.

Aims:

• Ensure every Emergency Department and Critical Care unit has a suitable bereavement suite
• Ensure that bereavement boxes are available at each of these hospitals
• Ensure that immediate bereavement support is available for all affected by the sudden death of a child or young person
• Provide a professional counselling service and other therapies for those affected by the sudden death of a child or young person
• Provide support to individuals who witness the sudden death of a child or young person
• Provide support and training to professionals from any sector who may be affected by the sudden death of a child or young person
• To advocate and campaign on behalf of suddenly bereaved families

2wish Cymru and 2wish:

2wish has been established since 2012 and has since grown from strength to strength. During this time, we have worked tirelessly to embed our service and ensure that the offer of support is made at the point of death.

We offer an immediate, consistent, high-quality and compassionate service to all individuals affected by the sudden and unexpected death of a child or young person aged 25 and under. We work in partnership with professionals who refer into the charity on behalf of families, so they don’t have to trawl through the internet for an organisation who may, or may not, be able to support. We provide immediate, and ongoing, support and are here for as long as our families need us.

We were founded as a Welsh organisation providing immediate casework support, as well as ongoing aftercare services including counselling, alternative therapies, play therapy, support groups, support events and a respite cottage. In January 2024, we expanded into ‘phase one’ England, namely Cheshire, Shropshire, Herefordshire, Worcestershire, Gloucestershire and Somerset. And in July 2025 we will expand into ‘phase two’ England, namely Merseyside, Devon and Cornwall, Wiltshire, Dorset, Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.

Context of role:

The Therapies Assessor and Service Manager will lead the development, coordination, and delivery of our support service for families, professionals and individuals affected by sudden bereavement. Working closely with the Immediate Support and Debrief Manager who is responsible for leading the immediate support and debrief service, you will be responsible for ensuring that our ongoing services are trauma-informed, consistent and delivered to a high standard supporting the complex and individual needs of those who have experienced profound loss.

This role will oversee the existing ongoing support service delivered across Wales and the expansion phases across England and will contine to grow the team as the charity expands. Services include counselling, complementary therapy, play therapy, support events, coffee mornings, wellbeing walks, online events and our beautiful respite house, Ty Uchaf. You will manage a team of nine individuals who are a mixture of full and part time roles. This is a unique and hugely rewarding opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of suddenly bereaved individuals across our communities.

You will work closely with the Therapies Assessor and Service Manager and Children and Young People Service Manager to provide a holistic, joined up service to all who access our service.

Main duties:

• To manage the bereavement service including the operational delivery of our therapeutic service and ongoing support, ensuring the service is delivered consistently, responsively and to a high standard
• Monitor and maintain high-quality therapeutic support in line with ethical frameworks (e.g., BACP/UKCP/BAPT).
• Ensure client records, risk assessments, and service monitoring forms are accurate and stored securely.
• Manage referrals, assessments, allocation of clients, and waiting lists efficiently.
• To develop and oversee ongoing support services including coffee mornings, support events, our respite house and online support events, in line with budget and service delivery expectation
• To work closely with the Head of Bereavement Services to ensure delivery and growth of services
• To oversee the awareness raising efforts with our secondary referral partners across Wales and the two phases of England
• To oversee the service and monitoring tools and ensure we are actively gathering feedback and monitoring appropriately

Management:

•  To lead, motivate and line manage the ongoing support team responsible for delivering our ongoing support service
• Manage a growing team, organise regular team meetings and set realistic but challenging objectives to further the work of the charity
• To carry our monthly supervisions and bi-annual appraisals with the Counselling and Support Outreach Coordinators and Support Coordinator
• To carry out bi-monthly case reviews with the Immediate Support team
• To produce weekly, monthly and quarterly reports to evidence activity and impact
• To develop and oversee a training programme for the team including mandatory and varied subject matter

General:

• To be responsible for organising own work agenda, time management and administration
• To show respect and sensitivity for the cultural and religious beliefs of families
• To undertake learning opportunities and seek them out for the team
• To adhere to all company policies and procedures including Safeguarding, Confidentiality, Health and Safety and Lone Working; and to be proactive in implementing new safe working practices as appropriate
• To attend weekend and evening community events in support of the charity as necessary
• Participate as and when required in team meetings and one-to-one meetings, and undertake, as appropriate, courses/training/other developmental activities, which is relevant to the role
• Contribute on the social media platforms maintained by 2wish

It is the nature of the work that tasks and responsibilities are in may circumstances unpredictable and varied. All employees are therefore expected to work in a flexible way and tasks, which are not specifically covered in their job description may have to be undertaken.

You will be subject to performance review, which will incorporate a review of the above duties and performance over the period.

This role is subject to a DBS check.

Salary: Starting salary of £32,000 per annum, with the opportunity for an increase through the annual appraisal structure.

Contract type: Permanent

Hours: Normal office hours are 9am - 5pm, Monday to Friday, although alternative hours may be worked with line manager agreement. Work outside office hours may sometimes be necessary and will be compensated for by time off in lieu. 

Annual leave: 28 days plus bank holidays. Annual leave steadily increases after five years of service. Annual leave and statutory holidays are calculated on a pro rata basis where applicable.

Pension: 2wish operate a contributory pension scheme. 2wish will auto-enrol you into the scheme in accordance with it's auto-enrolment obligations. Full details of the scheme will be provided to you once you are enrolled, including the minimum level of contributions that you will be required to make during your membership (current contributions - employer 3% and employee 5%). 

Mileage: A fixed rate allowance is payable for agreed mileage undertaken on 2wish business in a private vehicle, over and above your usual journey to your workplace/s.

Location: Dependent on location, flexible - Some home working with regular travel to areas of service delivery, and regular travel to 2wish Head Office in South Wales.

Additional benefits for our employees:

• An 'Employee Assistance Programme,' including wellbeing support
• Free parking on 2wish premises
• Free branded 2wish clothing
• An extra annual leave day on your birthday
• Incremental increase in holiday entitlement based on length of service
• Paid sick leave
• Discounts for personal purchases on 2wish Merchandise
• Discounted tickets to UK 2wish events for staff and family
• Extra holiday entitlement when taking part in 2wish overseas events
• Company mobile phone for performance of duties
• Tools/equipment required for the performance of duties
• Reimbursement of work expenses
• Bright Exchange employee discounts
• Auto-enrolment into company contributory pension scheme after 3 months service

How to apply:

Please return a CV and covering letter, or a CV and two-minute video, by email.

Closing date: Friday 15th August 2025.  

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as soon as possible. Only those shortlisted will be contacted for an interview. Interviews may take place prior to the advertised closing date.

Salary: £45,000 – £48,000 per annum
Contract: 12-month fixed-term (Maternity Cover), Full-time
Location: Hybrid – 2 days per week in Hampstead Head Office
Closing date: 4^th August
Benefits: 27 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), enhanced pension, medical cash plan, cycle to work scheme, employee assistance programme, and more

We are delighted to be working with the incredible Anthony Nolan to recruit a Corporate Partnerships Senior Account Manager on a 12-month maternity contract. Anthony Nolan has been transforming lives since 1974, when it created the world’s first stem cell donor register. Today, the charity continues to lead the way in stem cell transplantation and cell therapy, giving four people a day another chance at life.

In this role, you will manage and grow a portfolio of high-value corporate partnerships—including a £15m flagship partnership—delivering exceptional stewardship, strategic planning, and long-term value. You’ll work closely with internal and external stakeholders to maximise income, deepen engagement, and drive meaningful impact for patients.

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• A proven track record of growing and retaining long-term, high-value corporate partnerships in the charity sector
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
• Experience managing complex, multi-year partnerships and campaigns
• A proactive, creative, and results-driven approach

If you’re passionate about using your expertise to help save lives and thrive in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment, we’d love to hear from you.

If you would like to have an informal discussion, please contact Ashby Jenkins Recruitment and ask to speak to Harry.

Ashby Jenkins Recruitment is a specialist charity recruitment agency. We are committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion and take a relationship-led approach to recruitment in the sector. You can read more about our commitment to diversity on our website

If enough applications are received, we reserve the right to close the application period early.
Please quote reference 2662HW when applying.

Drive the next chapter of the Surrey Hills Society - a thriving countryside charity in the Surrey Hills.

Are you an entrepreneurial leader with a passion for nature, community engagement, and sustainable development? Do you want to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of a much-loved environmental charity?

The Surrey Hills Society is seeking its first Chief Executive Officer to lead our dedicated team and volunteers, sustain and grow our vibrant membership, and develop long-term funding to support our work across one of England’s most treasured National Landscapes.

About Us

The Surrey Hills Society is a well-established independent charity with a 15-year track record of engaging communities in environmental, cultural, and educational activities. We run 40+ events each year and are closely partnered with the Surrey Hills National Landscape and other local organisations. Our reach and impact have grown significantly in recent years through funded projects like the National Lottery Heritage Fund's Growing Together and the South East Surrey Care Farm Pilot, alongside a strong and active membership.

This is an exciting time to join us as we transition from a volunteer-led model to a more professional and sustainable structure—with the CEO at the helm.

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About the Role

As CEO, you will lead the strategic and operational development of the Society, with a particular focus on:

 •  Fundraising & income generation – developing and securing grants, donations, and earned income

 •  Team leadership – line managing a small staff team and supporting a wide network of volunteers

 •  Stakeholder engagement – acting as the public face of the Society and deepening key partnerships

 •  Strategic planning – creating a 3-year vision and business plan for long-term sustainability

 •  Programme oversight – ensuring delivery of existing and new conservation and community projects

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About You

We’re looking for a resourceful, proactive leader who combines strategic thinking with hands-on delivery. You’ll need:

 •  Proven fundraising experience (grants, trusts, individuals, corporates)

 •  Leadership skills with experience managing staff and/or volunteers

 •  Confidence in managing budgets and business planning

 •  Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

 •  A genuine passion for the countryside, community engagement, and conservation

Experience with membership models, event programming, or working in a similar community/landscape context would be an advantage.

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What We Offer

 •  Flexible, home-based working (3 days/week)

 •  A supportive, purpose-driven team environment

 •  The chance to shape a unique, growing charity at a critical point in its evolution

About us

The Refugee Council is the nation’s refugee charity. Together with community groups, partners and volunteers, we help people who have escaped war and persecution to rebuild their lives, integrate into communities, and play their part in Britain. Born in the aftermath of World War II, our frontline services support over 14,000 refugees each year to find safety, get to know their neighbours, and enter education, training or work. We share our evidence and expertise with policymakers to help build integrated communities where everyone can contribute. 

Our Values

Our values underpin everything we do:

• Inclusive: We are inclusive. We work with - not for - refugees and people seeking asylum, so they have an equal voice, co-producing projects and ensuring their expertise and experiences are at the heart of what we do.
• Collaborative: We are collaborative. Working with others is a priority in order to have the collective impact that is vital to achieve policy and practice reform.
• Courageous: We speak out when we see injustice, cruelty and unfairness. We always stand up for what we believe is the right thing to do to transform the experiences of those seeking protection in our country.
• Respectful: We are respectful of all those we interact with. We treat everyone – our staff, volunteers, beneficiaries, partners and people we disagree with – with the same respect, professionalism and understanding.

About the role

This critical role will drive our social media activity at a national and local level. This will be achieved through ensuring targeted messaging is of a high quality, is insight-led and will inspire action as well as support the people we help and attract new audiences. You will have:

• Experience of developing engaging content for owned social media, driving channel growth, measuring key metrics to inform performance and innovation.
• Experience of working with defined budgets to create paid plans and strategies. Reaching defined target audiences driving new people to our owned channels.
• Experience of moderating user generated content that can at times be challenging from the perspective of its unpleasant nature and in volume.

Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week.

Contract: Permanent.

Location: Remote with a need to travel as the role requires.

Staff benefits

To reward our staff for the value they bring, we offer a variety of enhanced terms and conditions and a wide range of benefits, including:

• Training & Development
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Pension Scheme
• Work Life Balance Policies
• Employer-Sponsored Volunteering
• And more.

Let’s work together to improve the lives of refugees in the UK - apply on our website today.

Closing date: 5 August 2025.

Ensuring that the Refugee Council is an inclusive and accessible place to work is important to us. We want to enable people from different backgrounds to apply and thrive with us. We believe our recruitment process enables that and are also happy to make adjustments on request.