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Are you passionate about youth work with leadership experience? We are looking for a Director of Youth Work to provide effective leadership and strategic direction for the Youth Work team within FAST London. The Director of Youth Work will sit in the Leadership Team, working in collaboration with the CEO and managers to ensure FAST’s overall strategic objectives and desired outcomes are met.
Who we are
FAST London (FAST) is a Christian youth charity based on the Patmore Estate focused on supporting 10–19-year-olds from deprived backgrounds in Battersea and South Lambeth. Our mission is to help young people succeed by creating safe spaces and providing diversionary and inspiring activities that develop resilience and inspire hope in efforts to achieve this. We build relationships with young people by engaging with them in environments where they feel most comfortable whilst doing activities they love. Once relationships are developed, we work with young people and stakeholders to overcome challenges and unlock potential.We also provide opportunities for young people to explore the Christian faith as we believe it transforms lives. We serve people without regard to their religion or ethnic background.
Context for this role
This is a pivotal moment for FAST as the need for our work has expanded due to more young people falling into poverty and struggling in schools. Whilst capacity is a challenge with 60% cut in public youth programmes over the last decade (YMCA 2020). We are still growing strong and are able to work with 300 young people annually. However, our desire is to continue this work of establishing and growing a healthy youth organisation that provides excellent & vibrant youth work that makes a difference to young people’s lives and produces healthy staff that are equipped and empowered to do the job they love. Therefore, the need to grow our team is quite pressing. We are in search for someone with experience leading youth work and developing a healthy organisation who can help strengthen our work here in very significant ways, with a particular gifting in thinking strategically and working hard to get results.
We would love to hear from you if you:
Qualities and Attributes
- Are a committed Christian who loves young people with a heart for the most vulnerable and hard-to-reach
- Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills that inspire confidence and develop a culture of excellence.
- Are strategic thinker, with an ability to grasp detail and translate ideas into strategies and deliverable outcomes.
- Are highly organised, adaptable, problem solver with a focus on results.
- Can think systematically with knowledge of systems and governance of systems
Experience
- Have experience of working in senior leadership in an organisation and a track record of driving strategic vision to reality
- Can deliver frontline youth work in group sessions as well as one-to-one mentoring- experience delivering football projects is ideal
- Have experience in project and/or operations management and a track record for developing the systems, quality assurance and management that support organisational excellence;
- Have experience of managing Safeguarding and Risk within an organisation.
- Have experience of strategic project design, development and evaluation
- Have experience in finance and managing budgets
This post is subject to an occupational requirement that the holder is a practising Christian under Part 1 of Schedule 9 to the Equality Act 2010.
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Are you a motivated professional HR Adviser, knowledgeable in employment law with strong organisational and communication skills? Join our Diocese HR Team where you will have the opportunity to use your skills to make a difference.
The HR Adviser is responsible for providing expert guidance and support to managers and employees on a wide range of human resources matters, ensuring compliance with employment law, internal policies, and best practice. This role plays a critical part in promoting a positive employee experience and supporting the organisation’s people strategy.
This is an exciting time to join our friendly, busy, and supportive team as we implement our 10-year Mission Plan, shaping the future of our Diocese and the communities we serve.
Covering Hampshire, Berkshire, South Oxford, and the Channel Islands, our Diocese is home to 87 parishes and 50 schools, serving over 27,000 practising Catholics and supporting 32,000 children and their families. Our work is both challenging and deeply rewarding, offering the opportunity to be part of something truly meaningful.
Employee benefits include 25 days paid holiday plus bank holidays, free life assurance and employee wellbeing programme, and contributory pension scheme.
If you are inspired by the idea of working in a values-driven environment where your efforts will have a lasting impact, we would love to hear from you.
Salary: £19,200 per annum pro rata (£32,000 FTE)
Contract: Permanent, working 22.5 hours per week
Location: St. Edmund House, Bishop Crispian Way, Portsmouth, PO1 3QA. 2 days office based, 1 day work from home.
Some occasional travel may be required across the Diocese; you will need a valid driving licence and access to a vehicle.
HR Adviser – Job Description
Key Responsibilities
Advisory
- Provide advice to line managers on employee relations (ER) issues e.g. policies, performance management, end-to-end absence management including return to work meetings, reporting and occupational health referrals etc. Able to resolve complex employee relation issues and conduct investigations where necessary.
- Provide advice to managers across all policy and practice areas, for example on family friendly policies such as maternity, paternity, shared parental leave, carers leave, etc.
- Support the maintenance of existing policy documentation and make changes where applicable
- Proactively take responsibility for the adherence and implementation of HR policies
- Support line managers in the management of employees in probation, and where necessary extension cases
- Support line managers in performance management practices, objective setting and performance improvement plans (PIPs)
HR Analytics
- Report on HR analytics monthly and quarterly for the HR Manager, for example on headcount, sickness, recruitment analytics, staff turnover and remuneration reports.
Benefits and Payroll
- Support the HR Manager with reward strategies and implementation
- Prepare payroll changes each month for HR Manager sign off
- Assist the HR Manager with annual benchmark surveys
- Support the HR Manager in liaison with benefit providers
Talent Acquisition and onboarding
- Responsible for efficient and accurate end-to-end recruitment in all areas across the Diocese.
- Coordinate and execute the Diocese recruitment processes to include working with recruitment agencies, posting job adverts, liaising with line managers for shortlisting, offers of employment to suitable candidates, and onboarding. Liaison with the HR Administrator who will support the administration and onboarding.
- Ensuring the new joiner inductions are organised and all documentation has been received and checked.
- Produce and issue relevant documentation following promotions, job title changes, salary increases and ensure that HR records are updated accordingly by the HR administrator
Learning & Development
- Identify learning needs and appropriate methods of meeting needs in the most cost-effective way.
- Support the HR Manager in the delivery of training as required, including annual conferences and line manager training.
- Ensures training requirements are met to fulfil and maintain health and safety requirements such as First Aid and Fire Safety.
- Ensures that refresher training is completed for existing employees in data protection, cyber security, health and safety, and EDI.
- Be a trusted advisor and coach to line managers on people related issues.
- Ensure all documentation is completed by employees who are supported in their further training and education by the Diocese, including a Further Education Support Agreement.
General
- Regular review of data integrity and updates to the HRIS.
- Support the HR Manager to drive workforce planning, talent acquisition, and retention strategies
- Deal with queries from the HR inbox to ensure effective and prompt responses
- Involvement in HR projects and new initiatives as required
- Updating of HR intranet pages.
- Contribute to HR-related projects such as organisational change, restructures, and employee engagement initiatives.
- Keep up to date with developments in employment law and HR best practices.
- Support the HR Manager with volunteer management
Values
- Role Model the Diocese core values of integrity, dignity, excellence, accountability, and stewardship and the ethos and values of the wider Catholic Church.
HR Adviser – Person Specification
Competence, Expertise and Knowledge:
Essential
- Understands the people practices, processes and approaches across the employee lifecycle including for example, recruiting people, conducting learning needs analysis, creating talent pools, developing people policies, analysing people data, managing grievances.
- Able to apply legal knowledge and judgment to people practices
- Able to demonstrate evidence-based practice in decision making
- Proven problem solving ability
- Understands and interprets data and analytics and its usage, and can measure their impact and value
- Able to explore stakeholder needs and concerns using a range of methods
- Experience of managing change and different approaches
- Understands and can influence organisational systems and human behaviour to develop and maintain a positive culture and healthy working environment.
- Able to think in a systemic way to align different elements of the organisations values, culture, structures, people policies and practices to maximise organisational performance
- Aptitude in coaching, mentoring and facilitation
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- High level of integrity and confidentiality.
- Proficient in HR systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Minimum CIPD Level 5 qualification
Desirable
- Working towards or holds CIPD Level 7 qualification
- Experience of change management
- Experience of working in the reward arena and adept at data analysis
- Experience in not-for-profit sector or public sector
- Experience supporting organisational change and employee engagement initiatives.
How to Apply
Please send a comprehensive and up to date Curriculum Vitae with a covering letter setting out your suitability for the role and motivation in applying. Please state ‘HR Adviser’ in your cover letter title.
The closing date for applications is Sunday 10th August, at 10pm.
We encourage an early application as we may close this advertisement at our discretion before the date stated, if a high number of applicants apply.
You will be notified should we wish to progress your application and invite you to an interview.
The Diocese of Portsmouth is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all who support the ethos and values of the Catholic Church.
You must have a valid UK Right to Work, as the Catholic Diocese of Portsmouth does not offer UK Visa Sponsorship.
Bringing people closer to Jesus Christ through His Church




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High Trees are seeking a thoughtful and experienced evaluator, with strong project management and excellent people skills. You will be joining us at an exciting time as High Trees continues to grow the scale and reach of our impact. This role is central to creating an evidence-based culture and embedding evaluation so that our work benefits the communities we work with. You will be responsible for delivering the monitoring, evaluation, and learning of our services and partnerships, utilising continual learning to improve our services.
Working across all High Trees services and our partnerships, you will need to be confident across a range of approaches to monitoring and evaluation and be able to assess and determine appropriate methods, dependent on context. You will be proficient in collecting and analysing quantitative and qualitative data and have experience in developing impact frameworks, including theory of change, outcomes, and indicators. As the Evaluation and Impact Lead, you will have oversight of monitoring systems and processes ensuring that impact data collected is to a high standard across the organisation and our partnerships.
Collaboration with colleagues is an essential part of this role and you will enjoy working with others and be a valued partner, peer and colleague. Supporting the Head of Community Research and Impact, you will actively contribute to ensuring our impact plan is effectively embedded within key strategic areas. You will need to be highly responsive to the needs of colleagues, partners and funders, and be able to provide practical solutions for a range of situations.
You will also be an outstanding communicator: experienced in facilitation, an engaging presenter, and a compelling writer, able to frame and share our impact with a range of audiences. You will have the ability to see the bigger picture, while at the same time being on top of the detail.
Benefits of working at High Trees
- 35 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays and 3 Christmas days) rising by 1 day each year after 2 years’ service (capped at an additional 8 days)
- Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave after 2 years’ service
- Save money off a new bike with the Cycle to Work scheme
- Up to 7% contribution to the staff pension scheme
- 24/7 Employee Support Line
- Clear pay structure with yearly increments (based on performance)
- Annual Staff away day
- Premium eye-care vouchers through Specsavers and season ticket loans
Connecting with people and communities to strengthen skills and build stronger voices.




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We are the Wandsworth representative of the national City of Sanctuary (CoS) charity. This project will support the committee and expand our activities in the voluntary and community sector and elsewhere to build commitment to Sanctuaries in the Borough. Wandsworth has a small but active network supporting refugees. The existing sanctuaries include a theatre, cafe and shop. Our Wandsworth libraries are en route to become sanctuaries and there is active interest from schools and faith groups. The contract is initially for 62 days over one year. We are seeking additional funding to expand to three days/week and continue beyond one year. Please see our facebook and instagram pages for job opportunities.
Background to the project
The Project is supported by Wandsworth Council as a Borough of Sanctuary and by Lewisham Refugee and Migrant Network (LRMN). Note that for the year 2025 Wandsworth is the London Borough of Culture.
Wandsworth Welcomes Refugees is a charity and operates primarily on a voluntary basis. We aim to make Wandsworth a welcoming place for those seeking sanctuary to feel safe, supported and part of our community. WWR is part of the City of Sanctuary movement and is the accredited organization in Wandsworth. We work with voluntary and community sector (VCS) and other organisations to encourage and support those wishing to reach out to refugees. We liaise with those interested in finding out more, offering general support, offering general support, or seeking to become accredited with City of Sanctuary.
Objectives of the project
The project will support the WWR committee activities and objectives. It will expand WWR reach and contacts in the VCS and other appropriate places and organisations. It will raise the profile of the sanctuary movement and encourage active participation by various organisations to create welcoming communities for people seeking sanctuary. Participation can range from an interest and small steps through to becoming accredited with City of Sanctuary.
Wandsworth and Sanctuaries
Sanctuaries include community groups, private organizations, public sector services, and individuals, united in their commitment to supporting those fleeing violence and persecution. Wandsworth is a Borough of Sanctuary, and the accredited organisations at present include a theatre, café and shop. Wandsworth libraries and some faith groups and schools are in the process of applying to become accredited. There is interest from other theatres, shops, sporting facilities and many others.
Role of the Community Engagement Officer
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Assist the committee to increase its outreach and communication with interested organisations across the Borough
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Join monthly committee meeting to report and plan
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Meet and liaise with the key refugee support organisations in Wandsworth and a small number in other London boroughs
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Organise an on-line Meet-Up for sharing and support ‘clinics’ (every 4-6 weeks); develop a launch for this event
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Liaise with the committee Events Group fundraising and events activities
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Liaise with and include lived experience into outreach and activities (WWR has a small advisory group
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Liaise with committee members represented on the Council’s ‘Migration Forum’
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Liaise with the organisations accredited with CoS in Wandsworth: CoS asks accredited organisations share activities and learning
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Assist in planning and implementing activities during Refugee Week (June)
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Participate in the annual City of Sanctuary Annual Conference
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Assist organisation of Annual General Meeting (in 2026 date to be decided)
WWR is applying for additional funds and if successful will increase the contracted time of the CEO and allow more time for this role and to widen the brief.
Person specification
Essential experience
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Proven organisational ability and experience to manage a project (including budget and finances)
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Ability to identify and engage with organisations that could contribute expand commitment to Sanctuary in Wandsworth
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Good communication skills
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Ability to use social media, including posting to WWR website
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Ability to reach out to those with lived experience to bring into the project
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A commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Justice.
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Understand issues behind migration and the impacts that lead people to become refugees
Desirable experience
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Knowledge and understanding of the goals of the Sanctuary movement
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Experience of working effectively with a Chair and Board of Trustees
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Campaign and advocacy experience,
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Experience of evaluating a project
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
StreetGames is a charity passionate about harnessing the power of sport to change the lives of young people and their communities. Through our work with 1,600 trusted local community organisations, StreetGames addresses some of the most pressing issues faced by young people growing up in underserved communities, including poor mental health, food poverty, crime and lack of employment opportunities. We do this by delivering ‘Doorstep Sport’ at the right time, in the right place, in the right style, at the right price and by the right people. Doorstep Sport aims to make sport accessible to everyone regardless of their income and social circumstance.
We are seeking a Network Support Lead (London & South East) to join our team.
The successful candidate will play a vital role in delivering Doorstep Sport offers and support for the network of Locally Trusted Organisations based in the region who support young people from low-income communities to be (more) physically active.
The role involves:
- Working closely with the Network Support Team and the London & South East Place Team to implement regional plans, which ensure that projects, offers and support to Locally Trusted Organisations (LTOs) are effective
- Overseeing and directly delivering a range of workshops and courses, creating and maintaining a safe, supportive, interactive and enjoyable learning environment in all delivery
- Delivering support to the workforce within Doorstep Sport beyond the workshop environment through CPD groups, bite-size learning and other opportunities for improving practice
- Co-ordinating the gathering of monitoring and evaluation information for funder reports, in relation to outputs and outcomes of projects delivered across the region/nationally
This is an exciting opportunity for candidates with experience of successfully managing project work, relationships and working with multiple partners. You will have excellent networking and relationship building skills with the ability to apply these to a range of local and regional organisations.
No candidate will meet every single desired requirement. If your experience looks a little different from what we have identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we would love to learn more about you!
We are seeking an organised, data-driven, and creative Individual Giving Officer to support the delivery of high-quality fundraising campaigns that inspire supporters and grow income for Southampton Hospitals Charity.
You will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging direct marketing campaigns across print, digital and email channels, with a particular focus on one-off appeals, regular donations, and incentivised giving products.
Working closely with the Marketing & Campaigns Manager and Marketing & Communications Officer, you will develop audience-led supporter journeys, compelling fundraising copy, and test-and-learn approaches to build lasting supporter relationships and maximise income from individual giving.
Main Responsibilities:
Campaign development and delivery
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Work with the Campaigns & Marketing Manager to plan and deliver a calendar of direct marketing campaigns across print, email, and digital, focused on income generation and donor retention.
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Work with the Marketing and Communications Officer to develop compelling, supporter-centred fundraising copy for appeals, donation forms, landing pages, emails, and stewardship content.
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Coordinate campaign production, from creative briefing to print and fulfilment, working with suppliers, designers, and mailing house partners as needed.
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Lead on campaign timelines and ensure activity is delivered on time and within budget.
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Work with colleagues across the charity to gather impactful case studies and project updates for use in donor communications.
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Manage and maintain campaign collateral such as templates, thank-you letters, and welcome packs, ensuring brand and message consistency.
Supporter journeys & stewardship
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Develop and implement supporter journeys for new and existing individual givers, ensuring timely and relevant follow-ups to donations.
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Identify opportunities to improve retention and upgrade rates through targeted communications and segmentation.
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Ensure all donor touchpoints (e.g. donation forms, thank-you pages, emails) provide an excellent experience.
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Collaborate with the Fundraising and Operation teams to ensure donor communications align with wider charity messaging.
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Support fundraising campaigns with tailored communications for regular givers, lottery players, payroll givers, and one-off donors.
Data & insight
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Work with Database & Insights Officer to segment data, analyse results, and inform decision-making.
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Regularly track and report on KPIs such as response rate, income, ROI, and donor retention.
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Lead on A/B testing within appeals and digital communications, using results to optimise future campaigns.
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Maintain accurate supporter data and adhere to GDPR, PECR, and fundraising best practices.
Collaboration & compliance
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Act as a liaison between fundraising and marketing to ensure coordinated and effective campaigns.
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Ensure all fundraising materials follow brand guidelines and ethical fundraising codes.
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Stay up to date with trends in individual giving and apply learning to test new ideas and improve performance.
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Where needed, provide cover or collaborative support for Marketing and Communications Officer during periods of annual leave.
Person Specification:
Knowledge and experience
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Experience working in the charity or healthcare sector
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Familiarity with direct debit, regular giving or payroll giving programmes
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Experience supporting or delivering multi-channel fundraising or direct marketing campaigns
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Excellent copywriting and editing skills for fundraising appeals
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Experience using CRM systems and data segmentation (Beacon preferred)
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Ability to manage external suppliers, designers and/or printers
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Understanding of GDPR, Fundraising Regulator guidance, and supporter consent
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office and online marketing platforms (e.g. Mailchimp, Google Analytics)
Skills, abilities, and behaviours
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Strong written and verbal communication skills with excellent attention to detail
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Ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines
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Confident analysing and interpreting data to guide decisions
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Strong organisational skills with a proactive, problem-solving approach
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Ability to work independently and as part of a close-knit team
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Comfortable working collaboratively across departments
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Empathy and understanding of supporter motivations and behaviour
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Commitment to the values and goals of Southampton Hospitals Charity
We are a leading healthcare charity dedicated to enhancing patient care and experience at University Hospital Southampton
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Finance and Grant Controller
Contract: Permanent, Full Time, 35 hours per week.
Location: London, United Kingdom
UK hybrid working – a minimum of 40 % of working time is spent face‑to‑face (London office, external meetings or travel).
60/40 hybrid working at WaterAid means roughly three days wherever you work best and two days together in person.
Salary: £48,867- £51,439 per year with excellent benefits
Change starts with water. Change starts with you.
Every day, millions of people live without clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene. WaterAid exists to change that – for everyone, everywhere. Join us, and your energy will help unlock people’s potential and create a fairer future.
About WaterAid:
We’re a global federation driven by one vision: a world where everyone, everywhere has clean water, sanitation and hygiene by 2030. Powered by our values of Respect, Accountability, Courage, Collaboration, Integrity and Innovation, we work alongside communities, partners and supporters to make change happen.
About the team:
The Finance and Grant Controller role is part of the central finance team and sits within the Management Accounting function which provides our country programmes and the region offices with professional and technical finance leadership for WaterAid UK’s international work. The role will work closely with the Project Delivery Lead and the Monitoring and Learning Coordinator for the Multi-country Urban Water Project.
About the role:
The Finance and Grant Controller will manage all financial aspects of WaterAid’s Multi-country Urban Water Project, ensuring rigorous financial oversight, compliance with donor requirements, and alignment with organisational financial policies. This is a bold initiative aiming to raise $40 million and reach two million people with clean water in urban areas across six anchor countries: Colombia, Nigeria, Rwanda, Mozambique, Bangladesh, and Cambodia.
In this role, you will:
1. Financial Monitoring and Reporting
- Prepare and review all financial reports in line with specific contract requirements and deadlines
- Monitor project budgets, tracking actual expenditures against budget allocations and flagging variances to the project team
- Monitor movement in exchange rates and local currency budget variations
2. Budget and Forecasting Development & Grant Support
- Assist program staff in preparing detailed budgets in each country project
- Deliver regular reforecasts, ensuring realistic timing of spend
- Conduct cost allocations and ensure appropriate coding of expenses
3. Compliance and Controls
- Review contracts and grant agreements to identify financial requirements, restrictions, and deliverables
- Ensure financial activities comply with contractual terms, organisational policies, and legal and regulatory requirements, including guiding eligible costs, procurement, and financial compliance to programme teams
- Support related audits, ensuring all necessary documentation is available and compliant
4. Finance Business Partner
- Collaborate closely with programme lead, providing consolidated financial reporting, financial insights and supporting decision-making.
- Coordinate timely reporting to cross-federation leadership teams from multiple country programmes
- Advise on reallocation of budget if required to meet programme delivery targets
Requirements
To be successful, you will need:
Technical Qualifications and Skills
- Professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA)
- Experience in the use of SUN, or a similar multi-dimensional accounting system.
- Experience in managing programme or project finance funded by institutional donors ( e.g. USAID, FCDO or other reputable organisation)
- Excellent Microsoft Excel skill
- Working knowledge of Business Intelligence tools such as Power BI
- Knowledge and experience of donor fund management in an international context
- Experience of financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting of projects
- Ability to analyse financial data and provide insightful narrative for range of audiences
- Finance Business Partnering experience with senior stakeholders
Desirable skills
- Proven ability to work effectively with staff at different levels and from different cultural backgrounds including experience of coaching or training
- Knowledge of development issues and the sector, preferably gained in an International Development Organisation
- Knowledge of French or Portuguese will be an advantage
Closing date: Applications close 12:00 PM UK time on 11th August 2025. Shortlisting and interviews may take on a rolling basis and we may close the role prior to the mentioned closing date if a suitable candidate is found.
How to apply: Click Apply to complete the pre-screening questions and upload your CV and cover letter.
Can I use Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology in my application?
At WaterAid, we strongly advise against using AI technology at any stage of the recruitment process. Our goal is to ensure a fair and transparent process that provides every applicant with an equal opportunity to succeed. We value hearing about your unique experiences and perspectives in your application, and, if shortlisted, during the interview as well.
Pre‑employment screening
To apply for this role, you must be able to demonstrate your eligibility to work in the respective country. All pre-employment checks will be carried out according to local law and WaterAid’s Safer Recruitment policy. All UK based roles require a basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Benefits
- 36 days’ holiday (including 8 Bank Holidays)
- Option to buy an extra 5 days’ annual leave
- Employer pension contribution up to 10 %
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
- Season ticket loan
- Free annual eye tests
- ‘Give as you Earn’ charitable giving scheme
- Enhanced parental leave (maternity, adoption/surrogacy, shared parental and paternity)
- Sabbaticals
- One paid volunteer day each year
Our Global Commitment:
Our people promise
We will work with passion and focus to make sure everyone everywhere has clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene. WaterAid is a place of purpose – where people have a real commitment and shared responsibility for the impact we have. We are a global community with diverse backgrounds and perspectives, motivated by inspiring, stimulating work. We are determined to be a place where people feel safe and able to contribute their voice and truly live our values.
Equal Opportunities
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, beliefs, customs, traditions, ways of life and status. This includes, but is not limited to, race, ethnicity, caste, colour, gender, language, religion, political or other opinion, national or social origin, property, birth, disability status, neurodiversity, age, marital and family status, sexual orientation and gender identity, health status, place of residence, economic and social situation.
Safeguarding
We are committed to protecting everyone we come into contact with. We have a zero- tolerance approach to abuse of power, privilege or trust across our global work, and to any form of inappropriate behaviour, discrimination, abuse, bullying, harassment, or exploitation. Safeguarding the people and communities we work with, our staff, volunteers and anyone working on our behalf is our top priority, and we take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks (which can include counterterrorism, safeguarding and criminal records checks).
Together, we’ll change the world through water.
Join us and be part of the change !
Our vision is a world where everyone, everywhere has sustainable and safe water, sanitation and hygiene.





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Thank you for your interest in working with us at Hopeful Futures CIC! We are a small but growing grass roots not-for-profit community interest company. Motivated by our Christian faith, our mission is to create opportunities for autistic people, those with learning disabilities and their families to thrive in local communities.
We’re looking for an ambitious fundraiser to successfully implement key objectives within our five-year fundraising strategy to enable our community projects to thrive and grow. The successful candidate will be able to work independently with a proactive attitude, as well as working collaboratively within our wider team.
This is an exciting role that would suit a fundraiser who is looking for a new challenge, someone who has a successful track record in securing grants & leading fundraising initiatives and who wants to move to the next stage of their career by leading on a multi-faceted 5-year fundraising strategy for a small but growing grass roots organisation. This involves:
- Trusts and foundations
- Monthly giving campaign
- Community fundraising events
- Major donors and corporate sponsorships
About the Role
This is a part time role, 3 days (22.5 hours) per week
It will be offered as a permanent contract with a full time equivalent annual salary of £37,000 - £40,000 (pro rata £22,200 - £24,000)
This is a hybrid role with one day per week at our office address of School 360, Sugar House Lane, Stratford, E15 2QS. The other two days can be worked from home and/or for community visits as needed across the London Borough of Newham
Closing date: Apply by 12pm on Wednesday 30th July 2025. Please note that we may close the advert early if we receive enough applications
First stage interviews are scheduled for 4th & 6th August 2025
Additional Information
For more information about our community projects that you will be fundraising for, the full job description and person specification please download the ‘Fundraising Lead Job Summary & Description’.
Please note, we are passionate about creating a diverse workforce and particularly encourage applications from candidates of the global majority.
All job offers are subject to a satisfactory DBS check and references.
Prospective candidates must have the right to work in the UK.
Benefits of Working at Hopeful Futures CIC
Hopeful Futures offers a range of employee benefits including:
- Providing high quality training & a robust induction process to settle you into your role
- Enhanced maternity & adoption leave scheme
- 28 days annual leave increasing by 1 day for each year of continuous service (up to 33 days)
- An additional day off for your birthday
- We are a recognised disability confident employer
- We have an Enhanced Employee Assistance Programme with access to free counselling and other wellbeing services
- Ability to join the Blue Light Card Scheme which provides members with thousands of amazing discounts online and on the high street across categories such as holidays, cars, days out, fashion, gifts, insurance, phones and many more
Our mission is to create opportunities for autistic people, those with learning disabilities and their families to thrive in local communities




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Salary: £45,417 to £49,416 inclusive annual salary up to 19.7 percent employer pension contribution.
Hours: Permanent or Fixed Term, full-time (37 hours pw)
Flexible working options (including hybrid)
Job Ref: P2378
About the role
Our client is seeking a motivated and experienced Customer Delivery Team Leader for our Planning Technical Services Team. They are looking for an experienced planning officer to lead all administrative functions across their Planning Technical Services. This is an exciting opportunity to play a critical role in improving efficiency and ensuring compliance with statutory requirements.
As the Customer Delivery Team Leader, you will lead and manage the administrative functions, including overseeing planning validations, pre-planning applications, complaint handling, performance reporting, planning appeals, support hearings and the development of internal processes.
You will manage projects and lead the team ensuring the effective delivery of administrative support across a range of Planning Services. Additionally, you will oversee the administration of planning systems and ensure efficient use of process management tools.
Working closely with senior managers, you will drive continuous improvement and ensure services are delivered to a high standard, on time, and within budget. You will also represent the service at internal working groups and external forums.
About you
Key Requirements:
• Communication Skills: Excellent communication and customer care skills.
• Leadership: Strong leadership and supervisory skills to manage and develop a team.
• Technical Proficiency: Highly proficient with IT systems and tools for planning and performance management.
• Organisational Skills: Excellent organisational skills to handle multiple tasks and priorities.
• Flexibility: Ability to work flexibly within a small team to ensure efficient operations.
St Albans is a unique English Cathedral City with a colourful history which can be seen in the Roman remains and variety of beautiful architecture, heritage sites and conservation areas. Set within green belt, off the M25, A1M and M1 the District includes a cathedral, vibrant city centre and thriving villages. Their centrally located offices in the city are near to the station (London St Pancras 20 minutes), shops and restaurants. In short it is a great place to live and work.
In addition to working within a great team and a comprehensive salary you will have access to:
• 30.5 days basic annual leave (increasing with service) bank holidays.
• Please note: annual leave will be pro-rated for anyone who does not have a standard full- time pattern of 37 hours over 30.5 days, e.g. part-timers
• Local Government Pension Scheme with current employer contribution up to 19.7 percent employer contributions
• Flexible working options
• Staff Parking Permit
• Reimbursement of professional fees
• Comprehensive development and training
• Discounted membership at selected local sports and fitness centres
• Access to discounts and benefits via online platform
Additional Information
Disability Confident
They are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets all the essential criteria for the post.
Disclosure Checks
This post is subject to a Basic Disclosure Check.
English Fluency
The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required).
Closing date for applications: 01 August 2025
Interviews are scheduled for w/c: 01 August 2025
NOTE: Interviews are conducted throughout the application process. They reserve the right to close the vacancy at an earlier date and they strongly encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.
You may also have experience in the following: Planning Technical Services Manager, Planning Support Team Leader, Planning Administration Lead, Planning Services Coordinator, Planning Operations Team Leader, Development Management Support Manager, Planning Systems and Performance Manager, Technical Planning Team Manager, Senior Planning Validation Officer, Planning Compliance and Support Lead, etc
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At Ambitious about Autism, we're currently looking for a Programme Manager – Autistic and OK to join our team.
We're seeking an exceptional Programme Manager to lead Autistic and OK through its next exciting chapter until August 2028. This is a leadership role with strategic influence, operational responsibility, and impact at scale. You'll manage delivery of the programme increasing reach across the UK, developing a whole school approach and building upon the success of phase one which has impacted 1000+ schools and over a million beneficiaries so far.
You'll manage the delivery of the Autistic and OK programme in line with Ambitious about Autism's strategy and vision and against the contract requirements, leading national scale-up and expansion across UK schools and FE settings including identifying new partners across devolved nations. You'll adhere to the highest values of co-design and participation, contributing to Ambitious about Autism's (AaA) aims to ensure that the voices of autistic children and young people are heard in the development of the project and resources
We are looking for someone who has:
- Proven experience in planning, delivering, and evaluating complex, multi-stakeholder programmes.
- Demonstrated ability to scale national programmes (ideally within education, mental health, participation or inclusion).
- Understanding of major policies, initiatives and legislation relating to education and related statutory services in the SEN sector.
- Skilled at forming and sustaining strategic relationships with partners across education, health and the voluntary sector.
In return, we offer great benefits including a generous holiday allowance and commitment to continued professional development (CPD), flexible, hybrid working and more!
This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious individual who would like to work for a forward-thinking, open and honest organisation and make a real impact to the young people we work with. Please find our full recruitment pack on the link below.
If you have any questions about the role or would like to have a confidential chat, please contact James Axford, Recruitment Officer.
Ambitious about Autism is committed to fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion at every level of our organisation. We warmly welcome applications from all qualified candidates, valuing the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives they bring. We encourage applications from individuals regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or parental status, disability, or age.
Our recruitment process promotes equal opportunities, and we are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates with disabilities or additional needs throughout the recruitment process. Please contact our Recruitment Team for accommodations. We recognise disability as a physical or mental impairment that significantly and long-term affects a person's ability to perform day-to-day activities, as defined by the UK Equality Act 2010. All applications will be considered solely on merit, aligned with our mission to support autistic children and young people.
Ambitious about Autism is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. As part of our Safer Recruitment checks, an online search maybe carried out in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
The Safeguarding responsibilities of the post as per the job description and personal specification.
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GMYN is on the lookout for three exceptional individuals to join our passionate team as Programme Coordinators
These new staff roles will be instrumental in helping young people take part in positive activities and develop key skills. You would be joining a passionate and highly skilled team, all wanting to make a difference to young peoples lives.
The three posts will plan and deliver activities on the following GMYN Youth Programmes:
Care Experienced Programme
At GMYN, we’re committed to amplifying the voices of care-experienced young people, ensuring they have a platform to lead on their own futures. Our Care Experienced Programme is built on creative, youth-led approaches that promote personal growth and resilience. We provide practical support while making sure young people are involved in every step of their journey, from decision-making to shaping the activities and services they engage in.
Disability and Neurodiversity Programme
Our Disability and Neurodiversity Programme celebrates individuality and empowers young people to thrive in an inclusive, creative space. We actively consult with disabled and neurodivergent young people (DND YP) to ensure their voices shape everything we do. Our projects have supported DNDYP to participate in social and developmental activities, have an active voice in their community and improve their wellbeing.
Work Readiness & Education Programme
Our Work Readiness & Education Programme offers a dynamic, hands-on approach to preparing young people for the workforce. Through courses, job clubs, placements, corporate partnerships, and real-world experience, we ensure young people develop not just the skills they need but the confidence to succeed. Our staff love engaging in creative activities that make learning fun: whether it's through interactive workshops, team challenges, or creative CV-building.
The main activities delivered through these programme include:
- Life skills workshops such as cooking, budgeting, leading healthy lifestyles workshops.
- One-to-one support to provide bespoke guidance so young people can overcome barriers and set goals.
- Creative/outdoor activities such as music, drama, art, sport etc.
- Consultations to ensure that young people have a voice in designing their programme.
In these roles you will need to be confident in inspiring and engaging young people that face various disadvantage and be able to develop positive partnerships with various stakeholders.
We are looking for Programme Coordinators that can be flexible and committed team players. In return you will have the chance to have creative ownership of our programmes, bringing your own skills and ideas to make them an amazing experience for young people to be involved in.
Key responsibilities
- Coordinate and deliver activities - Plan, and facilitate engaging, inclusive sessions and 1:1 support for young people with varied needs, using trauma-informed and youth work approaches.
- Build meaningful relationships - Establish and maintain trusted relationships with young people, using a strengths-based, trauma-informed approach underpinned by youth work principles to support individual development, and promote positive wellbeing.
- Safeguarding practice- Uphold GMYN’s safeguarding policies and procedures, ensuring all young people and staff are safe, supported, and empowered.
- Embed youth voice - Ensure activities are youth-led by involving young people in planning, delivery, and evaluation.
- Work collaboratively with partners - Act as a connector bringing together local authorities, schools, employers, and community groups to create opportunities for young people.
- Provide tailored support - Offer bespoke support that helps young people develop new skills, explore education or employment pathways, and build confidence and resilience.
- Champion inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility - Deliver accessible, inclusive sessions for young people tailored to diverse needs.
- Promote and represent GMYN – Represent GMYN by engaging with stakeholders, referral agencies, schools, and partners to promote our work and help shape our future.
- Monitor and evaluate impact - Use GMYN’s systems to track participation, progress, and outcomes. Capture both quantitative data and qualitative stories to evidence impact.
- Project administration - Complete administrative tasks such as session planning, data inputting, budgeting, and reporting to support effective project management.
- Continuous learning - Engage in ongoing training and reflective practice, contributing to your professional development and continuous programme improvement.
- Be flexible and adaptive - Embrace a dynamic working environment, showing initiative and adaptability to respond to the evolving needs of young people and the organisation.
For further infomation on these roles, the personal specification and GMYN more widely, please download our job pack, available on this page. This provides all the information on how to apply and more details regarding the roles.
Thank you for showing an interest in joining GMYN!
You can apply via this webpage or alternatively, you can send an audio application if you prefer. If you send audio, please ensure that the answers are no longer than 2 minutes.
Please ensure you send your cv and answer the application questions. The personal specification is shown in the job pack attached to this page.
While we acknowledge that candidates might use AI to write their applications, we prefer to hear from their authentic selves.
At GMYN, our vision is #YoungPeopleCan, and our goal is that young people are safe, heard, and capable of great things.

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Action for Refugees in Lewisham (AFRIL) are recruiting for an Expert by Experience Coordinator to join our supportive and growing team. The Expert by Experience Coordinator is a new role in our small dynamic charity. The postholder will work to ensure the voices and perspectives of individuals with lived experience of asylum and forced migration are integrated into the design and delivery of AFRIL services and policy work. This role involves facilitating communication, promoting co-production, and empowering individuals to share their expertise to improve services and guide policy priorities.
The post involves coordinating our monthly Members Forum, and working with the core team to feed this into policy and service development, alongside thematic and sometimes practical support to our Allotment Steering Group, Rainbow Club Youth Council and Asylum Hotel Residents Forum. The postholder will develop the AFRIL ambassadors scheme, creating opportunities for former clients to continue to be involved in shaping AFRIL, and work with the Director to develop a governance level co-production structure as agreed with the Board of Trustees.
We are looking for a good people person, able to engage and inspire others, who demonstrates a collaborative approach to working with a range of stakeholders and in particular AFRIL clients who come from a variety of backgrounds. The postholder will be highly organised, have good project planning and execution skills, and a good working knowledge of the issues affecting refugees and asylum seekers in the UK. Community language skills are an asset.
About AFRIL
Action for Refugees in Lewisham (AFRIL) is a registered charity that supports asylum seekers, refugees, and vulnerable migrants in South East London. We support people to lift themselves out of poverty, assert their rights and rebuild their lives in the heart of our community. We provide both crisis support to meet immediate need, and longer-term, flexible programmes to tackle the underlying problems that lead people to be in crisis, supporting people to integrate, contribute and thrive. Our work is grounded in the values of professionalism, inclusivity, and solidarity. Our clients are at the heart of what we do and our approach is one of co-production and empowerment.
AFRIL delivers the following core services in the London Boroughs of Lewisham, Greenwich, Southwark, Bexley and Bromley:
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Rainbow Club Supplementary School - providing weekly supplementary education in English and Maths, arts, music and sports activities to children from refugee, migrant and asylum seeking backgrounds from 4-11 years old, plus youth volunteering programme and Youth Council (NRCSE and Sanctuary Status).
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Casework and Advocacy Service: providing AQS accredited advice, casework and legal interventions in asylum support, community care, housing, welfare benefits and related matters. Pre-Action Protocol letters to challenge unlawful public law decisions. The service currently provides Level 1 immigration advice under the Immigration Advice Agency.
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Destitution Support - a fortnightly Food Bank in partnership with St Peter’s Church providing food, food vouchers, toiletries, and other essentials, alongside a warm hub with free cafe, information and support. Small grants for essential items and cash payments for food in emergencies. Securing and distributing gifts in kind, e.g. winter coats, laptops and data.
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Allotment of Refuge - a welcoming community of food growers that supports improved health, wellbeing and integration of members, whilst protecting the local environment.
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Immigration Project in partnership with Southwark Law Centre, providing free legal advice and representation to support people to regularise their immigration status.
We also use our frontline experience, together with our clients, to engage in Policy and influencing work to improve the services and policies that impact our client group. This includes advising the GLA on 3 asylum related working groups, and as a member of the London Housing Panel.
AFRIL is an equal opportunities employer. We are a diverse staff team and particularly encourage applications from BAME candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates and those with lived experience of asylum/irregular migration. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to support our staff to flourish.
We are proud to be a member of the Experts by Experience Employment Network which aims to increase representation of people with lived experience in the charitable sector. Please feel free to use their information and resources which may help in preparing your job application.
Please read full Job Description and Person Specification. Applications will only be accepted through CharityJob - please submit a CV and cover letter (no more than one side of A4) detailing how you meet the person specification.
Please submit your CV and a cover letter – no more than one side of A4 – detailing how you meet the person specification for the role by 23:30 on Wednesday 27th August 2025.
We support asylum seekers, refugees and vulnerable migrants to lift themselves out of poverty and rebuild their lives in the heart of our community.




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Accountability & Learning Officer - Improve humanitarian responses through evidence and learning
London, N1
Full-time, Permanent
Salary of circa £36,000 per annum
When humanitarian crises strike, the DEC stands poised to co-ordinate and deliver incredible responses around the world.
Learning and insight are essential to improving how we respond and we’re now looking for an Accountability & Learning Officer to directly contribute to learning and growth for the DEC and our 15 member charities.
We need someone with monitoring and evaluation experience and a strong understanding of humanitarian crises globally to play a vital role in our dedicated charity.
About Us
The Disasters Emergency Committee (DEC) is a unique membership organisation made up of 15 of the UK’s leading humanitarian charities: Action Against Hunger, ActionAid UK, Age International, British Red Cross, CAFOD, CARE International UK, Christian Aid, Concern Worldwide (UK), International Rescue Committee, Islamic Relief Worldwide, Oxfam GB, Plan International UK, Save the Children UK, Tearfund, and World Vision UK.
When large-scale disasters strike countries that lack the resources to respond, we bring our member charities together to raise funds quickly and efficiently. In times of crisis, our mission is to save, protect, and rebuild lives through effective humanitarian action.
Working as one, we coordinate the UK public’s response to overseas disasters. Through our Rapid Response Network of media and corporate partners, we raise the alarm with the UK public and make donating as easy as possible, with most funds raised within the first two weeks of an appeal.
Since our launch in 1963, we have run 79 appeals and raised an astounding £2.5bn, helping save countless lives and rebuild communities.
At the DEC, accountability and learning are not just processes, they are a commitment to the people affected by disaster and will aid our growth and the development of our members. Your work will help ensure the funds we raise are used effectively and transparently, and that every appeal we launch is an opportunity to do better, together.
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What You’ll Do
This role enables the DEC and our 15 member charities to effectively respond to humanitarian emergencies and provide timely, quality, community-focused assistance.
As an Accountability & Learning Officer, alongside your efforts to contribute to our learning and growth, you will shape our work to influence key policy agendas. You’ll be working across such areas as climate adaption, flexible funding for humanitarian action, and locally led humanitarian responses.
Overseeing our monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning activities, you will support the set-up of projects, build relationships, and co-ordinate activities in all our current operational theatres.
Specifically, your role will involve:
- Assessing humanitarian crises for DEC appeal eligibility
- Maintaining and improving reporting templates
- Setting up and overseeing key learning activities over the appeal cycle
- Overseeing our Collective Initiatives and Shared Services portfolio
- Supporting a range of DEC research and learning projects and reviews
- Helping members to achieve their climate and environment targets
- Leading the design and set up of regular learning events and workshops
- Acting as the key focal point for members’ and partners’ queries
- Acting as deputy for the Accountability & Learning Manager
What You’ll Bring
To thrive in this role, you’ll need:
- Experience with monitoring, evaluation, and research design and/or implementation
- Experience in the international humanitarian/development/charity sector for an NGO, UN Agency or similar
- A strong understanding of humanitarian crises globally
- Detailed knowledge of humanitarian principles, programming, and how the sector operates
- A good understanding of Monitoring & Evaluation frameworks and methodologies used to monitor programmes and measure outcomes
- An understanding of and interest in key policy areas within the humanitarian system
- The ability to thoroughly check and clean large datasets and analyse quantitative and qualitative data
- A degree-level qualification (ideally a post-graduate level qualification) in a relevant discipline
How We’ll Support You
- Flexible working hours (outside of an appeal)
- 25 days' annual leave, rising with length of service (3 years: 27 days. 5 years: 30 days)
- 3% employers’ pension contribution, rising to 8% post probation
- HealthCare Cash Plan, providing an array of health services (~£1,660 cash value, per year)
- Wellbeing support
- Discounted access to various health club providers (via Gympass)
- Discount schemes for various retailers and businesses
- Discounted tickets for events, via Tickets for Good
- Season ticket loan (post probation)
- Financial hardship loan (post probation)
- Cycle-to-work & Car scheme (post probation)
How to apply
If this role is of interest and meets your skills, experience, and knowledge, then please apply with your anonymised CV & cover letter by 9am, Monday 11th August 2025
The DEC is committed to the safeguarding and protection of children and vulnerable adults and participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information from successful applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment.
By applying, the job applicant confirms their understanding of, and consent, to these recruitment procedures.
Other organisations may have titles such as Monitoring Evaluation and Learning Analyst, Monitoring and Evaluation Officer, or Planning, Engagement and Evaluation Officer.
Fixed Term Contract until October 2028
Hybrid role - London, Birmingham, Blackburn, Bradford, Bristol, Doncaster, or Redcar
Required from October 2025
About us
The National Institute of Teaching (NIoT) has an unswerving commitment to high-quality, evidence-informed teacher education, and is on a mission to improve the quality of teacher and leader development across the system.
The NIoT aims to improve teacher professional development through rigorous, impactful, and cutting-edge school-led research. Our programme team plays a key role in this mission, as we work with our Research teams to test approaches to delivery and respond to the needs and questions of our partner organisations in the wider education sector.
As a Programme Lead at NIoT, you will have the opportunity to work with a team of dedicated professionals working in the design and delivery of teacher training and development programmes, and on cutting-edge research that has the potential to shape the future of teacher education and professional development. If you are passionate about teacher and leader education and are looking for an exciting new opportunity, we encourage you to apply.
About the role
We’re looking for a Programme Lead to drive forward a bold, nationally significant initiative designed to support educators in responding to one of the most complex and urgent challenges facing young people today.
This project will help schools engage with issues that affect how students form beliefs, navigate digital spaces, and make sense of the world. You’ll make sure the right things happen at the right time, driving both the strategy and the detail that bring this ambitious programme to life. You’ll coordinate multiple stakeholders, shape and manage delivery timelines, and maintain project fidelity.
You will work alongside the Director of Teacher Development, as well as other colleagues from our ITE, ECF and NPQ Faculties, as well as the Research and Best Practice team. You will also work closely with diverse external stakeholders including schoolteachers and leaders and young people.
Diversity and inclusion
We think a wide range of different work and educational experiences could support you to be successful in this role. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries, and are committed to employing a team that has diverse skills, experiences and abilities.
Key benefits:
- Flexible start and end working times.
- Flexible working opportunities, with significant scope for hybrid working.
- Highly competitive pay and pay progression opportunities.
- At least 27 days’ holiday a year (plus 8 bank holidays) rising to 33 days after five years’ service (with an annual discretionary office shutdown between Christmas and New Year).
- Entry to the highly valued Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Excellent opportunities to develop your skills and experience and to progress your career.
- A stimulating, supportive and rewarding working environment with a dedicated team of likeminded professionals.
If you have any queries about this role, please email our recruitment team.
For more information and to apply, please visit our careers page.
Closing date: 23:59 on 3rd August 2025.
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Part time (3 days a week), permanent role, Salary £27600.00 per annum (FTE £46000)
Mothers' Union is a global Christian movement working with people of all faiths and none to develop communities, strengthen families and advocate for change. Our members are active in 83 countries and work tirelessly to serve their communities to build a future where everyone thrives.
Why work for us
Mothers’ Union is committed to supporting international development initiatives that empower communities and improve lives. We work in three key areas, Gender, peace and safety, and livelihoods, and use an asset-based community led approach. We are looking for a Programme Manager to lead a transformative leadership initiative focused on equipping women - in Democratic Republic of Congo initially then expanding into West Africa - with the skills and confidence to take on leadership roles within their faith institutions and wider communities. Additionally the role will also play a part in reviewing leadership support for women in more senior levels of leadership at the Mothers’ Union to support the sustainability of the movement worldwide.
Job Summary
The Leadership Programme Manager will oversee the development of a leadership programme and its rollout through establishing sustainable digital hubs, and providing training to women leaders and male allies. The role will work closely with the PMEL Manager, Provincial Coordinator, church leaders and a team of trainers, to develop a comprehensive leadership curriculum, coordinate the training of trainers, establish online materials to create a hybrid learning model, monitor participant progress, and build networks to promote cross-participant learning and peer support. This position requires expertise in developing online training resources across multi-cultural contexts, project management skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with a remote team.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Development
- Oversee the advancement of leadership development as a core strategic priority for MU
- Develop and implement programme strategies, resources and tools that strengthen and scale the leadership development initiative, integrating research, monitoring, evaluation and learning
- Design a leadership curriculum that meets the intended project objectives and equips women across diverse contexts, through online and hybrid learning, combining spiritual guidance with practical leadership and management skills
Programme Planning and Budgeting
- Work with PMEL Manager to design and refine M&E frameworks and specific targets
- Develop and manage work plans and budgets in line with project goals and donor requirements
- Identify an appropriate digital platform to be used to run the online aspects of the leadership development programme
- Oversee the successful purchase and use of core equipment necessary to run the digital platform
Programme Implementation and Review
- Lead and support the delivery of leadership training activities across participating dioceses
- Monitor progress against programme outcomes, ensuring high-quality implementation that is timely and within budget
- Collaborate with coordinators, trainers and church leaders to review programme content and adapt as needed for relevance and effectiveness
- Support reporting, learning and sharing of best practice across participating dioceses
- Champion safeguarding and gender empowerment throughout all stages of the project
- Coordinate data collection in line with the programme M&E plan, including impact stories and other evidence of change, for use in MU communications, including social media and publications
- Conduct regular reviews to identify opportunities for programme expansion, sustainability and long-term impact
See the job description for more information
Benefits
- 25 days of annual leave plus up to 4 days of leave given at the discretion of Mothers’ Union (pro rated for part time staff).
- Employer pension contribution of 6.5%
- Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
- Two volunteering days per calendar year
- One away day per calendar year
- Enhanced sick pay
- Bereavement leave & Compassionate leave
- Season ticket loan
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee assistance programme
- Eye care voucher and an allowance towards glasses
Work Location/Hybrid Working Pattern
This role will be based at our Head Office in Central London. Mothers’ Union operates a hybrid working model. Staff are required to work an aggregate minimum of 90 days per calendar year (pro rata for part timers) at our Head Office, Mary Sumner House in central London. Tuesdays are our anchor days where every staff member is expected to be at the office. The 90 days includes anchor Tuesdays. In addition, Thursday is a core working day where part time staff are expected to work, either at home or from the office as needed.
How to Apply
If you are interested in this position, please apply by sending your CV and a Cover Letter via Charity Jobs. The Cover Letter should clearly outline how your skills match the main responsibilities of the role. Please note – only applications with a cover letter, alongside a CV, will be considered.
Application Deadline
The deadline for applications is 17 August 2025 at 5:00 pm. Due to the number of applications we may receive, we will not be able to individually respond to each applicant. Kindly note, we will only be getting in touch with the applicants shortlisted for an interview. We aim to get in touch with the shortlisted candidates after the application deadline. We will be conducting interviews for suitable candidates as we go along and may fill the role before the closing date.
Equal Opportunity
Mothers’ Union is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to create an inclusive environment for all employees.
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