Project management office jobs
About SPANA
For over a century, SPANA has been dedicated to transforming the lives of working animals and supporting the people who depend on them. We work with partners worldwide to increase access to essential veterinary treatment and campaign for better welfare standards. We also support owners as they develop the knowledge and skills to look after their animals with confidence and care.
About this role
Our Global Programmes Department (GPD) works on an innovative partnership model to deliver our mission to transform the welfare of working animals in a world where animals, people and the environment are respected and thrive.
This exciting role will join our team on a 12-month fixed-term contract to support an ambitious work plan by scoping, defining and advancing key new project areas and strategic initiatives. The Special Projects Manager will work closely with our international partners and the wider organisation and will report to our Head of Programmes.
The successful candidate for this role will work on a diverse and exciting range of projects. The projects will seek to expand our impact through developing innovative approaches to achieving sustainable improvements in working animal welfare. These might include:
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exploring options for social business models, and assessing how they can be best applied to animal welfare in low-income settings
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scoping and developing synergistic partnerships with development sector actors
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country-specific analysis on specific challenges to working animal welfare in complex situations.
The Special Projects Manager will scope and analyse different project areas, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders and commissioning and overseeing subject matter experts, as needed, to progress different areas.
This role would suit an experienced, innovative and creative project manager who enjoys strategic analysis of complex scenarios with different stakeholders, interests and actors. Experience of research, policy and working across sectors would be an asset, alongside a commitment to social equity and our mission and values.
Contract, location and salary
This is a fixed-term, 12 month, full-time (34.5 hours per week) role. This is a UK-based position. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK currently and for the duration of the contract. The salary for this role is £50,000 per annum.
Further information and how to apply
Please review the job description for full details including a person specification. The deadline for applications is 23:59 GMT on Sunday 22 March 2026.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Overall Purpose of the Role
Youth Action Alliance (YAA) exists to support the personal and social development of young people in Kensington and Chelsea and neighbouring boroughs, helping them build resilience, confidence, and skills for the present while shaping positive futures.
We are seeking an experienced, values-driven male youth worker to lead the Staying Connected & Boys Project. This is a key role combining strategic leadership with hands-on delivery, focused on engaging boys and young men aged 11–19 (up to 21, subject to funding) who may be facing multiple challenges.
The post holder will design, deliver, and grow a high-quality, trauma-informed programme that provides safe, trusted spaces through weekly group sessions, one-to-one mentoring, targeted interventions, education attainment, Advice, guidance, and signposting, Off‑site trips, enrichment activities, and holiday provision. The role supports young people to remain connected to education, training, positive relationships, and their wider community, while playing a central role in shaping YAA’s youth offer and driving meaningful, lasting change.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Volunteer and Events Manager will develop and implement a volunteer strategy and annual RLSS UK plan of events, for all Directorates, which evolves to include opportunities as they arise. To do so successfully, you will be a proactive, dynamic and experienced Volunteer and Events Manager who will lead our centralised management function with passion, excitement and dedication to RLSS UK’s purpose, mission and vision.
KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead a professional volunteer and events function ensuring supply and demand needs are met across RLSS UK and supporting all teams to embed a consistent and coordinated approach
- To develop, implement and oversee the delivery of the volunteer strategy
- To develop and implement effective strategies, polices and processes to engage and retain volunteers and ensure a high-quality volunteer experience at all stages of the volunteer cycle
- To develop and implement effective event management strategies, policies and processes incorporating all health and safety requirements
- To lead and continuously improve our support to volunteers across the UK and Ireland
- Develop, implement and review an innovative volunteer recognition and reward offer
- To integrate an increasing number of volunteers into RLSS UK’s initiatives and activities, enhancing their experience and maximising their impact regardless of geography and circumstance
- To increase the diversity of volunteers
- To lead the delivery and implementation of our annual National Presentation of Honours Event, annual conference and national lifesaving sports events
- Attendance at Sports Committee and Honours Committee
- Lead research speakers and topics for conferences and workshops
- Speaker management and supporting the Events Executive to send out invitations, receive confirmations and general liaison
- Support membership queries about events and volunteers
- Implement project plans for all events including liaising with key teams such as the RLSS UK communications team
- Attending and managing events on site with the support of the Events Executive
- Venue management and liaison with relevant organisations to ensure smooth delivery
- To manage your team with clear direction and a supportive approach
- To provide guidance on good practices in volunteer management
- To address issues or conflicts promptly
- Ensure appropriate financial management of assigned budgets
- Lead and deliver an annual volunteer survey and analysis to produce meaningful feedback
- Lead and deliver events feedback surveys and take the learning for future implementation
- Work flexibly and collaboratively across all RLSS UK teams and promote all aspects of the organisation
- Willingness to travel occasionally within the UK
- Ability to attend occasional evening and weekend events
Other Duties & Responsibilities
- Lead on and support ad hoc projects as required
- Contribute to the successful operation of the charity by undertaking such other tasks as may from time to time be required including all other duties reasonably associated with your role, as directed by the Line Manager.
- Ensure compliance with UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018 by complying with internal information governance policies and maintaining up-to-date documentation as part of RLSS UK’s compliance programme.
- To demonstrate and uphold the Society’s values and behavioural standards at all times.
- To help create an inclusive working environment where diversity is valued, everyone can contribute, and everyday actions ensure we meet our duty to uphold and promote equality.
- Proactively participate in the Society’s equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) initiatives and training, and to promote a culture of respect and inclusion for all
- To identify new event opportunities where there is the potential for RLSS UK to raise profile and visibility in communities throughout the UK and Ireland
- To work collaboratively with colleagues from across the organisation to ensure that with any event, the wider benefit to the whole society is always considered
This job description is not to be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. It is intended as an outline indication of areas of activity and responsibility and will be amended in light of the changing needs of the organisation.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Essential Relevant Experience, Skills and/or Aptitudes
- Approximately 7+ years’ experience in a volunteer management role
- Approximately 5+ years' experience in a events management role
- Experience of working at a manager level ideally in a membership organisation
- Demonstrable experience of strong project management
- Demonstrable experience in the development and implementation of impactful volunteer engagement strategies
- Demonstrable expertise in defining and driving strategies to achieve step changes in engagement
- Experience of forming partnerships with networks and other organisations which bring mutual benefit
- Demonstrable experience of positively interacting, engaging and influencing at all levels including with internal and external stakeholders
- Demonstrable experience of volunteer retention and acquisition
- Demonstrable experience of delivering events to raise the profile of a cause, retain and grow volunteers
- Demonstrable experience of delivering volunteer-focused solutions within a membership organisation
- Demonstrable experience of effectively implementing relevant processes and policies
- Demonstrable expertise in ensuring appropriate policies and processes are in place to guarantee compliance with regulatory and legislative requirements
- Expertise in developing and continuously adapting a range of volunteer training and competence assessment activities
- High level of proficiency in risk management and mitigation
- Excellent communication, engagement and interpersonal skills
- Excellent presentation, listening and negotiation skills
- Proficiency in CRM software and MS Office applications
Desirable Relevant Experience, Skills and/or Aptitudes
- Knowledge and understanding of RLSS UK
- Understanding and experience of the application of safeguarding laws
- Understanding and experience of the application of Health and Safety laws
- Project management qualification
ABOUT RLSS UK
The Royal Life Saving Society UK (RLSS UK) is the leading charity for water safety and drowning prevention in the UK and Ireland. Our mission is to save lives by being the leader in lifesaving, lifeguarding, and water safety education so that everyone can enjoy water safely. We share our expertise, skills, and knowledge to empower people enjoy water safely and achieve our vision; communities free from drowning.
WHAT RLSS UK CAN OFFER YOU
RLSS UK is a national Charity based in Worcester, and we offer great staff benefits including -
- Annual Leave based on 27 days + Bank Holidays + a discretionary day off for your birthday
- Private Medical Scheme*
- Enhanced Society Sick Pay*
- Eye Care*
- Employee Assistance Programme via Health Assured
- Life Assurance Scheme
- Howdens Sports Benefits/Perks at Work
- Free RLSS UK Membership
- Free tea and coffee when working from HQ, including access to our wonderful Coffee Machine
- Free on-site parking when working from HQ
- Company Events and more!
*Subject to eligibility criteria
YOUR APPLICATION
Please send your CV along with a Cover Letter outlining why you should join our Membership and Education Team
Closing Date – 11.59pm, Sunday 15th March 2026
Interview Date – Thursday 26th March 2026 at our Worcester Head Office (subject to change)
Should you wish to discuss the role, any reasonable adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment process, or have any questions, please get in touch where a member of the RLSS UK HR Department will be happy to help.
RLSS UK are a Disability Confident Committed Employer and an INclusive Worcestershire Leader.
It is our vision to have nations without drowning where everyone can safely enjoy being in, on or near water.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Trusts and Foundations Manager will lead the development of a new income stream that supports the organisation’s future growth and strategic ambitions. With no current active grants or established project portfolio, the postholder will build the foundations of a strong trusts and foundations programme, developing a robust pipeline, shaping emerging ideas into fundable opportunities, and securing long-term income to enable new services.
Working collaboratively across the organisation, they will help colleagues understand funder expectations, develop compelling cases for support, and build the systems required for sustainable, high-quality grant fundraising. This role is central to diversifying income and ensuring the organisation is well positioned to secure future investment as new projects are developed.
ROLE OVERVIEW
The Trusts and Foundations Manager will develop and grow a new trusts and foundations income stream from the ground up. They will build a pipeline of prospective funders, shape emerging ideas into fundable opportunities, and lead on high quality applications that support the organisation’s future projects. Working collaboratively across directorates, they will cultivate strong funder relationships and establish the systems needed for sustainable, long‑term income growth.
KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Planning and Strategy
- Lead the development of a new trusts and foundations income stream, building a sustainable portfolio of prospective, warm, and active funders.
- Create and maintain a structured pipeline that clearly maps cultivation, application, and stewardship stages.
- Establish effective systems, processes, and tools for researching, tracking, and managing all funding opportunities.
- Work with colleagues across the organisation to identify future fundable projects and shape them into compelling propositions.
- Develop annual trusts and foundations workplans and income forecasts aligned to organisational priorities.
Prospecting and Research
- Identify and research new trust, foundation, and statutory funders, prioritising those with the strongest alignment to RLSS UK’s mission and strategic framework.
- Identify creative ways to engage new funders and build early relationships, even before projects are fully developed.
- Stay informed about new trust and foundation funding opportunities and broader sector developments and funder priorities, to strengthen the fundraising strategy.
Bid Writing and Proposal Development
- Develop high quality, persuasive, and tailored funding applications that clearly articulate the need and potential impact.
- Ensure all proposals clearly articulate the need, planned impact, and align with funder requirements and priorities.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues across Education, Commercial Services, Finance and the wider Income Generation and Engagement team to develop credible cases for support, project budgets and clear anticipated impact.
- Identify the most appropriate approach for each funder, including opportunities for multi‑year grants and strategic partnerships.
Relationship Management and Stewardship
- Cultivate strong, positive relationships with funders, ensuring personalised, timely and impact focused stewardship for all supporters.
- Provide excellent donor care, responding promptly to enquiries and ensuring funders feel informed, valued, and connected to RLSS UK’s mission.
- Represent RLSS UK confidently in funder meetings, presentations, and networking events to strengthen long term support.
Reporting and Evaluation
- Monitor and report on trusts and foundations fundraising performance against KPIs and targets, reporting on performance to the Director of Income Generation and Engagement, Senior Leadership Team and the Board of Trustees.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date information in the CRM.
- Support the development of monitoring and evaluation frameworks to ensure future projects can deliver strong, funder‑ready impact reporting.
- Collaborate with internal teams to collect evidence of impact and evaluate programme performance.
- Support audit processes related to restricted funding alongside the Finance team.
- Use data-driven insights and KPIs to evaluate and refine strategies for maximum impact and return on investment.
Other Duties & Responsibilities
- All other duties reasonably associated with your role, as directed by the Line Manager.
- Act as an ambassador for the Income Generation & Engagement directorate, supporting a culture of collaboration, learning and innovation.
- Ensure compliance with UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018 by complying with internal information governance policies and maintaining up-to-date documentation as part of RLSS UK’s compliance programme.
- Demonstrate and uphold the Society’s values and behavioural standards at all times.
- Create an inclusive working environment where diversity is valued, everyone can contribute, and everyday actions ensure we meet our duty to uphold and promote equality.
This job description is not to be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. It is intended as an outline indication of areas of activity and responsibility and will be amended in light of the changing needs of the organisation.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Essential Relevant Experience, Skills and/or Aptitudes
- Proven experience in securing and managing trusts, foundations, or similar institutional funding.
- Comfortable working in an environment where systems, processes, and programmes are being built from the ground up.
- Strong understanding of CRM systems.
- Strong strategic thinking coupled with hands on delivery.
- Excellent written communication skills with the ability to craft persuasive proposals, cases for support and impact reports.
- Strong organisational and project management skills.
- Strong understanding of return on investment (ROI) and the ability to evaluate the effectiveness, sustainability, and value of fundraising activity.
- Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management abilities.
- A collaborative approach to working across teams and engaging stakeholders.
- Experience of developing or significantly growing a trusts and foundations pipeline.
- Ability to work confidently with financial information, including project budgets and restricted funding.
- Ability to communicate complex information clearly and concisely to a range of audiences.
- Understanding of fundraising regulation, GDPR, and ethical fundraising practices.
Desirable Relevant Experience, Skills and/or Aptitudes
- Knowledge and understanding of RLSS UK’s mission, values and strategic priorities.
- Experience securing multi-year or six-figure grants from trusts, foundations, or statutory bodies.
- Experience of establishing monitoring, evaluation, or impact frameworks that meet funder requirements.
- Understanding of water safety, education, youth engagement, community development or related fields.
- Experience working in a small team or start‑up environment or programme development.
ABOUT RLSS UK
The Royal Life Saving Society UK (RLSS UK) is the leading charity for water safety and drowning prevention in the UK and Ireland. Our mission is to save lives by being the leader in lifesaving, lifeguarding, and water safety education so that everyone can enjoy water safely. We share our expertise, skills, and knowledge to empower people enjoy water safely and achieve our vision; communities free from drowning.
WHAT RLSS UK CAN OFFER YOU
RLSS UK is a national Charity based in Worcester, and we offer great staff benefits including -
- Annual Leave based on 27 days + Bank Holidays + a discretionary day off for your birthday
- Private Medical Scheme*
- Enhanced Society Sick Pay*
- Eye Care*
- Employee Assistance Programme via Health Assured
- Life Assurance Scheme
- Howdens Sports Benefits/Perks at Work
- Free RLSS UK Membership
- Free tea and coffee when working from HQ, including access to our wonderful Coffee Machine
- Free on-site parking when working from HQ
- Company Events and more!
*Subject to eligibility criteria
YOUR APPLICATION
Please send your CV along with a Cover Letter outlining why you should join our Income Generation and Engagement Team
Closing Date – 5.00pm, Tuesday 17th March 2026
Interview Date – Wednesday 25th March 2026 at our Worcester Head Office (subject to change)
Should you wish to discuss the role, any reasonable adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment process, or have any questions, please get in touch where a member of the RLSS UK HR Department will be happy to help.
RLSS UK are a Disability Confident Committed Employer and an INclusive Worcestershire Leader.
It is our vision to have nations without drowning where everyone can safely enjoy being in, on or near water.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Make a difference every day with PDSA
About Us
Join us to help keep even more people and pets together when times are tough. For over a century, PDSA have provided vital veterinary care for the pets of people in financial hardship.
We’re now on a journey to expand our reach to support even more people and their beloved pets. To achieve this ambitious goal, we need passionate and driven individuals who are ready to embrace change and help shape a future-focused PDSA. Together, we'll build a stronger organisation to ensure our services help those who need us most for the next hundred years.
If you're ready to make a real difference and be part of a team that's creating positive change, we want you to join us. Let's build a brighter future for pets and their owners, together.
About the role
In this role, you will be responsible for driving the successful delivery of the Frontline Improvement Project, ensuring it meets organisational priorities and delivers measurable, sustainable change. You will provide structured project leadership, maintain accountability for progress, and coordinate cross‑functional activity to keep the project on track in terms of scope, time, cost, quality, and stakeholder expectations.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Senior Leadership Team in planning, developing, testing, and implementing all elements of the Frontline Improvement Project.
- Coordinate the project by establishing clear structures, plans, and processes that enable effective collaboration across departments.
- Lead designated workstreams and maintain strong communication between teams and stakeholders.
- Provide regular performance reporting in line with PMO and governance standards, outlining progress, risks, opportunities, and required decisions.
- Work with stakeholders to develop, monitor, and track project objectives and KPIs.
- Conduct operational and financial analysis to ensure efficient project delivery and recommend improvements where needed.
- Ensure high‑quality engagement, training, compliance, and budget management throughout all project activities.
This is a full‑time position working 35 hours per week on a 12‑month fixed‑term contract. The role will require occasional travel typically a few times per month to PDSA sites for visits or team meetings.
We’re looking for someone with:
- Proven track record of delivering business change initiatives while effectively managing multiple workstreams.
- Comprehensive understanding of Waterfall and Agile methodologies, with the capability to apply the most suitable approach to meet project objectives.
- Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to engage and influence at all levels.
- Experience working collaboratively across multiple teams or departments to drive shared outcomes.
- Strong organisational skills, with experience in planning, tracking, and reporting project progress, risks, and dependencies.
Rewards, support and benefits
We’re really passionate about being a great place to work, somewhere people feel proud of what they do, connected to a meaningful purpose, and able to make a genuine difference every day. Our teams are collaborative and supportive, and we encourage everyone to bring their ideas, individuality and passion for pets to work with them.
As well as a rewarding role and a positive, people-focused culture, we also offer a wide range of benefits, including:
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Flexible working options to support your work–life balance and individual circumstances.
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25 days’ holiday plus Bank Holidays, with option to buy or sell an extra five days.
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Three paid special days off: Volunteering Day, Celebration Day and Wellbeing Day annually.
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Generous pension options, with PDSA contributions starting at 5% and rising to 10%.
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Life assurance providing four times your annual salary for added peace of mind.
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AXA Health Employee Assistance Programme, with 24/7 wellbeing support
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Retail, holiday and lifestyle discounts available through our staff Fetch benefits platform.
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Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave to support you and your family.
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15% discount on PDSA Pet Insurance plus access to staff veterinary services.
To apply for this role, click Apply Now at the top of the page, create a candidate account and complete our simple application form.
PDSA is committed to embedding a culture of diversity and inclusion within our teams that reflect the communities we serve. We aim to create a working environment in which all individuals are able to make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit. We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies and opportunities for flexible working arrangements to support team members from different backgrounds.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding accessibility, please contact us and we will be happy to discuss via email or telephone reasonable adjustments that you may require throughout the recruitment process.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, adults at risk and all our colleagues and expect everyone who works for us to also share this commitment and to treat people with courtesy and respect.
To support this commitment, our recruitment & selection processes are robust and rigorous. All appointments will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate background checks.
Axial spondyloarthritis (axSpA) is a painful, lifelong inflammatory condition affecting around 1 in people. Despite this, awareness remains low and diagnosis is often delayed.
ASIF brings together 60 patient organisations across 48 countries to raise awareness, strengthen patient voices and improve understanding of axSpA globally. We are a small, fully remote team who care deeply about the work we do and about working supportively and collaboratively with one another.
We are now looking for an organised, proactive and thoughtful Project Co-ordinator/ Operations Assistant to help us deliver a major international online research study, while also supporting our wider activities.
This is an opportunity to be part of something meaningful - research that will help shape advocacy, awareness and understanding for people living with inflammatory arthritis around the world.
The Role
Your time will be split approximately:
- 70–80% supporting an ambitious international research project·
- 20–30% supporting ASIF’s wider operations
You will work closely with our Project Manager, international member organisations and scientific partners to support all stages of the study, from set-up and ethics submissions through to recruitment, reporting and sharing findings globally.
Alongside this, you’ll help with events, communications and general organisational support, because in a small team, we all contribute where needed.
About You
We’re looking for someone who:
- Has experience supporting research projects (ideally in healthcare or epidemiology)
- Is highly organised and comfortable managing detailed documentation
- Communicates clearly and confidently in English
- Is proactive, reliable and solutions-focused
- Is comfortable working remotely and independently
- Enjoys collaborating with people from different countries and cultures
- Understands what it means to work in a small organisation; flexible, supportive and hands-on
Most importantly, you’ll be someone who takes pride in doing careful, thoughtful work that contributes to real-world impact.
Key Information
Location: Fully remote (preferably within 2 hours of GMT)
Salary: £35,000–£40,000 per annum
Hours: 37.5 per week (flexible working)
Contract: 18 months (extension subject to funding)
Closing date: 11 March 2026
Interviews: First interviews, 18/19 March (online)
Contract: Permanent, part time (3 days per week)
Salary: £14,920 per annum (FTE £29,010 per annum)
Location:Home based within Oxfordshire, ideally within one hour of Burford, with regional travel
Closing date: Friday 13 March 2026
Interview date: Thursday 19 and Friday 20 March
As Community Project Coordinator, you will be part of a dedicated team overseeing the efficient day-to-day operation of our Pet Food Bank project and wider community-based initiatives. Working closely with the Community Project Lead, you will help deliver projects that improve the lives of people and pets, with dignity at the heart of everything we do. This includes supporting a national network of pet food banks and partners, increasing awareness of Blue Cross, and ensuring practical, compassionate support reaches pet owners in short term crisis.
More about the role
This is a home-based role within Oxfordshire, ideally located within one hour of our Burford offices, as you will be required to travel to Burford on a weekly basis to manage deliveries at our Warehouse. Due to the rural location and less frequent public transport, travelling by car is often the most practical option. While the role is home based, you will be contractually attached to the Burford site. Travel to Burford will therefore be treated as normal commuting and expenses will not be payable for travel to this site.
Working across a defined geographic region, you will support the development and smooth running of the Pet Food Bank project and other community initiatives. This will involve close collaboration with pet food banks, suppliers, local authorities, community groups and volunteers to ensure effective coordination, communication and logistics.
You will secure donations of pet food and services, oversee the movement of food and equipment, and regularly travel to food bank partners and other organisations. A key part of the role involves liaising with volunteers and colleagues by phone and in person, ensuring everyone is supported, informed and working together effectively.
Alongside core project delivery, you will support the planning, preparation and delivery of a large-scale summer event in June 2026, working in partnership with one of our corporate partners. This event will play an important role in expanding our outreach and support for pet owners in need. You will also provide essential administrative support, contribute to reporting, and help deliver a clear and effective communication plan to support project and event activity.
Occasional travel to other partner organisations or Blue Cross locations will be required. Travel to locations other than your attached Burford site will be claimable in line with Blue Cross expenses policy.
You will act as a positive ambassador for Blue Cross, ensure policies and procedures are followed, and support the Community Project Lead with income delivery and media activity where required.
About you:
You will thrive in a role where you can see the impact of your work every day. You are an organised, proactive and people focused individual who enjoys building meaningful relationships and working collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders.
You will be a confident and empathetic communicator, able to engage professionally and non-judgmentally with members of the public, volunteers, partners and colleagues. You will be comfortable managing multiple priorities, adapting to changing deadlines, and handling sensitive information with discretion.
Able to work independently across your region, you will also be a strong team player with good problem-solving skills and the ability to balance day-to-day delivery with forward planning. An understanding of the local areas within your region would be an advantage.
Essential Qualifications, Skills, and Experience
- Full UK driving licence with access to your own vehicle
- Demonstrable experience of using excellent communication skills to build and maintain effective internal and external relationships
- Proven ability to prioritise and organise work and projects
- Proven administration skills
- Excellent attention to detail
- IT literate with MS Office and web based databases and platforms
- The ability to demonstrate, understand and apply Blue Cross values
Desirable Qualifications, Skills, and Experience
- Experience in a similar role
- Experience supervising or managing volunteers
- Previous experience working in the charity sector
How to apply
To apply, please click the apply button and submit your application. As part of the application process, you will be asked to indicate your preferred base site. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
Blue Cross benefits
Our people are the most important part of delivering our purpose. If it weren’t for their amazing efforts and commitment, we wouldn’t be able to make the difference that we do today. In return, we want to provide you with the best working environment we can.
With a wide range of perks aimed at enhancing your life both inside and outside of work, you'll
thrive in a supportive and rewarding environment.
Our generous benefits package includes:
- 38 days per year, increasing to 43 with service (including bank holidays). For part-time roles, holiday entitlement is calculated pro-rata.
- Pension scheme with enhanced employer contribution
- Life assurance
- Unlimited access to an employee assistance programme
- Programmes for physical and mental wellbeing support
- Free access to GP via MetLife
- Recognition scheme
- Annual volunteer days
- Claim for professional fees
- Charity worker discounts across a variety of retailers.
We want you to feel valued and supported throughout your career with us. For more details on our benefits and to see how we invest in our team, visit the 'Why Work for Us' page on our website.
To read more about the benefits Blue Cross has to offer, please visit the 'why work for us' page on our website.
We believe in a world where all pets enjoy a healthy and happy life with people who love them



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Project Manager
Location: Cambridge, (1 day per week in the office)
Hours: Full time/Part time
Salary: £47,810 to £54,710 per annum
Reporting to: Managing Director
Term: 18-month FTC
Aquilas is delighted to be partnering with The Royal Papworth Charity to recruit a Project Manager to oversee the successful delivery of a new & ambitious portfolio of charity funded projects which will improve rest, recovery and reflection spaces across the Royal Papworth Hospital.
About Royal Papworth Charity:
Royal Papworth Charity exists to transform the experience of patients, families and staff at one of the world's leading heart and lung hospitals. Through the generosity of our supporters, we fund projects that go above and beyond NHS provision -- creating exceptional environments, advancing innovation, and supporting the wellbeing of those who rely on Royal Papworth Hospital.
About the role:
We are now launching an exciting new programme: Brighter Spaces for Brighter Futures, a major investment in improving rest, recovery and reflection spaces across the hospital. To bring this vision to life, we are recruiting an experienced and motivated Project Manager to lead delivery of this ambitious programme.
As Project Manager, you will take responsibility for the successful delivery of a portfolio of charity funded projects, including:
- Enhancing staff rest facilities
- Enhancing patient day rooms
- Creating (or enhancing) an outdoor reflection space for patients and staff
- Developing a new Charity Hub
This is a rare opportunity to shape a transformational programme that will directly improve the wellbeing of staff, patients and families at a world leading specialist hospital. You'll join a small, passionate and supportive team where your work will have visible, lasting impact.
Main duties:
You will lead the planning, coordination and delivery of projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget and to a high standard. Working across the charity, Trust teams, clinicians, estates, digital, volunteers and patient representatives, you will bring people together, build consensus and keep delivery on track. The role requires excellent communication, strong stakeholder management and the confidence to make decisions, manage risks and drive progress. You will have delegated authority to act independently and ensure interdependencies are managed effectively.
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level or equivalent knowledge, skills and experience.
- Formal project management qualification or equivalent experience in project management across a range of complex projects to post graduate diploma level or equivalent
- Evidence of recent Continuing Professional Development.
Desirable
- Management qualification
Experience
Essential
- Effective use of project management methodologies such as PRINCE2 and techniques, including change, people and stakeholder management
- Excellent interpersonal, communication (written, oral, presentation, facilitation), networking and negotiation skills
- Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise, meet deadlines, delegate effectively and finding innovative ways of solving or pre-empting problems
- Evidence of managing successful projects and / or operational performance and improvement; including the development and monitoring of output and outcome measures.
- Use of analytical and judgement skills including understanding, analysis and application of complex statistical and numerical data.
- IT literate, including competency in MS Office programmes and in
- particular in Excel.
Desirable
- Experience, or knowledge and understanding, of the changing NHS environment, strategy, and policy agendas.
- MS Project
To Apply:
To receive a candidate pack or arrange a confidential conversation, please contact:
Kieran McGorrian, Head of Not for Profit Appointments, Aquilas
Applications close 5pm Wednesday 11th March
Join Our Team!
We have a new vacancy (18 month fixed term contract) for a full-time Service Development Project Manager to lead the scoping, design, and development of new areas within Crohn’s & Colitis UK’s services portfolio. This role will ensure that emerging services respond to identified needs, reflect best practice, and align with the charity’s strategic objectives to support everyone affected by Crohn’s and Colitis.
About Us
We're the UK's leading charity for Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis. Right now, an estimated 500,000 people in the UK are living with a lifelong disease many people have never heard of and for which there is no known cure. Because of the stigma and misunderstanding surrounding these diseases, thousands of people are suffering in silence. But we’re here to support and champion their cause and our ambitious plans will help to make a real difference.
Role Overview
You will lead on the scoping and exploration of new service areas, specifically children and young people, emotional wellbeing, diet, and fatigue. In doing so, you’ll gather and analyse insight from research, stakeholders, and lived experience to inform service design and ensure developments are evidence based and aligned with our strategy. You’ll work closely with teams across the organisation, including policy and research, to ensure feedback is used to inform planning and supports delivery in their areas. Furthermore, you’ll be using your management skills to support and provide effective day to day leadership and coordination within the Services & Support team.
About You
We are looking for someone with strong project management skills, who has experience of stakeholder engagement and an analytical skill set. You’ll have demonstrable experience of scoping, designing, and developing new services, programmes, or projects at a strategic level and experience of leading support services in a health charity
Please see our Recruitment Pack for details of our full Job Description and Person Specification.
Our Location
We are based in Hatfield, Hertfordshire, so we are easily accessible by road and rail. In this role, there is plenty of scope for working from home, although there will be times when you will need to be at face-to-face meetings. There is a requirement for you to attend a minimum of 12 in person days a year, including two Directorate meetings and the charity’s mandatory ‘All Staff Together’ days which take place four times a year at our offices in Hatfield or a location in London.
Benefits
- 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing one day per year up to 30 days
- Salary Sacrifice Pension scheme
- Flexible working options
- Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity pay
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
- Wellbeing programme
- Interest free loan for season tickets
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free parking and secure bike locks
- Training and development financial support and/or study leave
- Performance review and development scheme
Please note: no applications will move forward within the recruiting process without a supporting statement.
We are an inclusive employer and offer equal opportunities to all regardless of an individual’s age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.
We are not a licensed sponsor at this time. Any offer of employment will be made subject to the applicant residing in the UK and a valid right to work in the UK being provided.
We will not be accepting any contact from Recruitment Agencies or Media Sales
If you have any queries about this role, would like to have a conversation before formally applying, or if you have a disability and wish to request a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact Siobahn Kewley (Head of Services & Support). Please see our Recruitment Pack for her contact details.
Please submit a CV and supporting statement outlining why you’d like to apply, how you fulfil the person specification, and what you feel you will bring to the role. You’ll need to refer to the Recruitment Pack attached for further information on how to apply.
Closing date: Monday 9 March 2026 at 9:00am
Interviews will be taking place on Friday 20 March 2026 and will be held remotely.
We break taboos, drive pioneering research, bring people together & campaign to improve lives. We are leading the fight against Crohn's & Colitis
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About Scotland's Charity Air Ambulance
Scotland’s Charity Air Ambulance (SCAA) exists so nobody in Scotland suffers or dies because medical help cannot get there in time. People can get sick or have accidents anywhere and anytime. But in Scotland there are places where urgent medical help cannot reach people. Or help gets there too late. And when lives are at risk every minute matters. As a charity we rely on donations from the Scottish public, companies and communities to ensure that urgent medical help gets to the patient when it is needed, wherever they are and at whatever time of day.
The Role
We are seeking a proactive and organised individual to join our team as Administration Manager. As Manager of a small team of administration assistants, you will play a crucial role in coordinating administrative support across our Perth and Aberdeen offices, ensuring the smooth running of the organisation by providing support across several of the charity’s functions including fundraising, finance, marketing and operations.
The ideal candidate will have proven experience in a similar office or administration management role, ideally within the charity sector. They will be proactive in building positive relationships across the charity and will be confident managing projects, budgets and external suppliers. They will have experience of using CRM systems in a fundraising context, be solutions-focused and have a strong commitment to our mission.
This role will be based from our headquarters at Perth Airport, and occasional travel to our Aberdeen base will be required. SCAA supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements—our current approach typically includes two office days per week for those working on a hybrid basis. The usual hours and days of work will be Monday to Friday, 9am—5pm.
About You
Essential
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Proven experience in administrative management or office management roles.
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Knowledge of how CRM systems operate.
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Strong understanding of data protection (GDPR), confidentiality and safeguarding requirements.
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Experience managing administrative systems, processes, and office infrastructure.
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Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, financial processes, and procurement.
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Experience supervising or line managing staff or volunteers.
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Familiarity with CRM databases, HR systems, and basic IT troubleshooting.
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Experience of working with external IT suppliers and managing contracts of this type.
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Excellent organisational and time management skills.
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Strong written and verbal communication.
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Ability to prioritise competing demands and meet deadlines.
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High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
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Confident user of Microsoft 365 (Teams, SharePoint, Outlook, Excel, Word).
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Strong problem-solving skills and initiative.
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Ability to manage sensitive information with discretion.
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Effective decision making and ability to work independently.
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Adaptable.
Desirable
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Experience working in a charity, nonprofit, or values driven organisation.
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Experience of providing administrative support to a team of active and busy fundraisers.
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Knowledge of the requirements to deliver PCI compliance.
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Health & Safety knowledge, including risk assessments or trained Fire/First Aid certification.
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Experience developing or improving administrative systems.
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Experience managing suppliers and contracts.
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Experience of Donorflex.
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Project management experience or relevant certification.
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Advanced Excel or database skills.
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Ability to deliver training to staff or volunteers on processes or systems.
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Hard working and goal orientated.
Our Benefits
- Pension: 12% employer’s & 5% employee’s contribution (after 3 months’ service)
- Annual Leave: 36 days (incl. public holidays) + an extra day for your birthday (and additional days with long service)
- Death in Service benefit: 3 times annual salary
- Optional Private Medical Insurance plan and Cashplan
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Enhanced Maternity/Adoption/Paternity Pay
- Access to Blue Light Card
- Learning and Development Opportunities
- Hybrid Working (minimum 2 days per week in the office)
Selection Process
Interviews will take place at our base at Perth Airport in Scone during the week commencing the 30th March 2026.
How to apply
Please refer to the full job pack on our website.
Application deadline is 5pm on Monday 16th March 2026.
To ensure no one in Scotland dies because help cannot get there in time.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Contract: Fixed-term maternity cover (anticipated from May 2026, up to 12 months)
Hours: Part-time – 3 days per week (22.5 hours) Location: NSA Head Office, Malvern, with hybrid working by agreement
Reporting to: NSA Chief Executive Salary: £20,700 - £21,486 pro-rata (FTE £34,500 - £35,811)
About the National Sheep Association (NSA)
The National Sheep Association (NSA) is a membership charity supporting and promoting sheep farming throughout the UK. NSA delivers national and regional projects, events and partnerships to support sheep farmers, influence best practice and strengthen the sector.
Purpose of the role
The Project Manager (Maternity Cover) will be responsible for the management and delivery of NSA-led and NSA-linked technical/research/innovation related projects during the maternity leave period of the substantive postholder.
Following an internal review of responsibilities, a number of non-project duties have been redistributed across the staff team. As a result, this maternity cover role has a clear and deliberate focus on project delivery, coordination and reporting.
Key relationships with: All NSA staff, particularly the NSA Chief Executive, NSA Operations Director and NSA Management Team, as well as key NSA committees, groups and individuals delivering NSA-led/NSA-linked projects and relevant research and development contacts.
Management responsibilities: The NSA Project Manager is part of the NSA management team, which meets regularly to ensure effective internal communication and decision-making. There are no line management responsibilities within this role.
Job role
The postholder will:
Project delivery and coordination
- Manage and deliver a defined portfolio of ongoing and fixed-term NSA projects, including externally funded and partnership projects.
- Ensure projects have clear objectives, deliverables, timelines and budgets, and are delivered in line with agreed commitments.
- Coordinate contributions from NSA staff, committees, researchers, consultants and external partners.
- Monitor progress, manage risks and issues, and escalate where appropriate.
Project portfolio management
- Maintain clear records of project activity, outputs and deadlines.
- Ensure project financial requirements are met and communicated with the NSA finance team, (both existing projects and any new project developments).
- Ensure compliance with funder, partner and governance requirements.
- Support the development and refinement of project plans where required.
Stakeholder and partnership working
- Act as the primary project contact for assigned partners and funders.
- Represent NSA at project meetings and relevant external forums (online and in person).
- Support positive working relationships that reflect NSA’s values and strategic objectives.
Reporting and governance
- Contribute project updates to the management team discussions.
- Prepare input for quarterly Board reports relating to project activity.
- Maintain documentation to ensure continuity and effective handover. Events and knowledge exchange (project-linked)
- Work with colleagues to ensure project outputs are linked into NSA events and activities where appropriate.
- Attend relevant NSA events and meetings to support project delivery and profile-raising.
Person specification
Essential
- Demonstrable experience of managing and delivering projects
- Experience in livestock farming/management at a practical or research/development level
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple workstreams
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Experience working with multiple stakeholders and partners
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
Desirable
- Experience of externally funded or partnership projects
- Experience working in a charity, membership or not-for-profit organisation
- Experience preparing reports for senior management or Boards
Additional Information
- Occasional travel and evening or weekend work may be required, with time off in lieu in line with NSA policy.
- The postholder will form part of the NSA management team for the duration of the maternity cover.
Apply for this role today, or enquire for more details.
To apply for this role, please email a covering letter, CV and completed application form to Aaron Dhanda, NSA Operations Director before 5pm on Friday 13th March 2026.
Interviews will take place on Tuesday 24th March 2026.
Please use the same email address for any enquiries regarding the role.
The National Sheep Association (NSA) exists to champion a strong, resilient and respected UK sheep sector, today and for generations to come.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Flagship Peatlands Project Manager
Salary: £27,874.40 per annum, based on 28 hours per week (FTE £34,843) plus pension contributions
Contract: Fixed term for 10 months, starting in April 2026
We are looking for an experienced and dynamic Project Manager to join us for an exciting peatland project made possible through the National Lottery Heritage Fund.
The flagship Peatlands Project Manager will work closely with a development team, made up of Trust staff and partners, and will be responsible for developing project plans, timelines, and budgets to ensure the delivery of the project objectives, along with coordinating the team to ensure project alignment.
Special features of the role
The Project Manager will be responsible for the delivery of the development phase of the Flagship Peatlands project. This is a multi-departmental project for CWT with a number of beneficial partnerships. To provide a coordinating role to pull the various components of the project together and ensure that it is managed as a single project delivering a range of interlinked outcomes.
Job Purpose
The purpose of the job is to co-ordinate the Trust project development team and the project partners to inform the development of a 2nd stage application for the Flagship Peatlands project to the National Lottery Heritage Fund (NLHF).
About the Project
Peatlands are an unappreciated ‘cinderella’ habitat, but are of huge significance in Cumbria in addressing flooding, climate change and biodiversity loss. While Cumbria Wildlife Trust have been the county leaders in the restoration of peatland habitats for over a decade, this new significant project will aim to make a step change in the public understanding and appreciation of this internationally important habitat, which Cumbria is so important for.
Who we are looking for
Our ideal candidate will be an excellent communicator and have a strong project management background, with the ability to lead a cross-functional team in a collaborative and supportive way. If you are a motivated individual with a passion for conservation and project management, we would love to hear from you!
To apply, please click on the link below
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This is a great opportunity to join a respected, purpose-driven national health and care organisation as their Project Manager (Government-Funded Projects), supporting the delivery of leadership programmes and commissioned projects across England and the devolved nations.
This role would suit someone who enjoys bringing clarity to complex programmes, strengthening governance processes, and working with senior stakeholders to deliver high-quality, audit-ready projects.
If you have previous experience in project management – particularly within a non-profit, membership body, health, or wider public-sector setting – this could be the role for you!
Role: Project Manager – Government-Funded Projects
Organisation Type: National Health & Care Non-Profit
Salary/Rate: £23 - £26 per hour
Working Arrangements: Hybrid – minimum 2 days per week in the London office
Employment Type: Temporary position
Hours: Full time – 35 hours per week
Duration: 3-6 months approx.
Closing Date: CVs are being reviewed on a rolling basis – early applications encouraged!
The Role:
As the Project Manager, you’ll play a central part in enabling the successful delivery of government-funded programmes and leadership initiatives operating across multiple UK nations.
You’ll ensure projects are well-planned, transparent, compliant, and delivered to a high standard — supporting strong governance, financial oversight, and effective stakeholder engagement throughout.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Designing and maintaining project structures, documentation, and delivery timelines
- Managing risks, dependencies, and governance processes to ensure audit readiness
- Supporting budgeting processes, tracking expenditure, and assisting with forecasting
- Preparing clear, high-quality internal and external reporting
- Acting as a key liaison for commissioners, partners, suppliers, and internal teams
- Coordinating operational delivery of events and programme activities
- Supporting evaluation activity, feedback collation, and light-touch research tasks
About You:
- Proven experience in project management within government-funded or public-sector contexts
- Experience developing and implementing administrative and financial processes, including budget monitoring
- Confidence managing governance documentation and compliance frameworks
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- A highly organised, methodical approach with strong attention to detail
- The ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining quality and professionalism
- A collaborative, relationship-focused working style
- A project management qualification or familiarity with central government or devolved nation contracts would be advantageous, but strong demonstrable experience is key.
Why Apply?
This is an opportunity to contribute to work that supports system improvement at a national level, within a values-led organisation committed to high standards, collaboration, and impact.
You’ll gain exposure to complex, multi-stakeholder programmes while working in a supportive, professional environment that values thoughtful delivery and continuous improvement.
Interested?
CVs are being reviewed on a rolling basis – early applications are encouraged.
Apply now to be part of a purpose-driven organisation delivering impactful, nationally commissioned programmes.
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.
Using Anonymous Recruitment
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The Society of Authors (SoA) is the UK's largest trade union for all types of writers, illustrators and literary translators. We’ve been advising authors and speaking out for the profession since 1884.
We’re currently looking to welcome an Office Manager to our team.
The role
The Office Manager ensures all building facilities run smoothly on a day-to-day basis. They are responsible for the efficient daily operations of our offices and the building and that these are cost-efficient, environmentally conscious and proportionate for a small, not-for-profit organisation.
The Office Manager is an integral part of the Operations Team playing an important role in ensuring the smooth running and welcoming atmosphere of our offices, directly supporting both internal teams and tenants.
This is multifaceted role. The successful candidate will need to be able to think on their feet, have good time management skills and enjoy wearing more than one hat.
Key responsibilities
Front of House / Event Management:
· Welcoming all visitors to the SoA building at Bedford Row.
· Managing the post/packages into and out of the building.
· Responsible for managing the Front of House/Operations Assistant and Groups Administrator, including day to day supervision, absence management and ongoing development.
· Responsible for managing the Events Space bookings calendar.
· Managing all events for tenants and external hire from inception to completion including catering as agreed with the client, cleaning team and room set-up of the Events Space.
· Working with the SoA Events Team for internal and member events ensuring that the logistics for room set up and cleaning are in place.
· Acts as a central point of contact for all staff for various Ops/logistics issues.
Facilities Management:
· Maintain compliance with all relevant health and safety legislation and best practise, including fire safety, COSHH, RIDDOR and DSE assessments.
· Ensure all checks, risk assessments and remedial actions are implemented in a timely manner.
· Providing health and safety training to all new joiners.
· Ensure the office maintenance plan is kept up to date and all regular maintenance/services are booked and any identified issues are resolved.
· Organise the maintenance and PAT testing of all electrical equipment.
· Fire Warden/First Aider for the ground floor (training will be arranged if required).
· Proactively ensuring the office facilities remain safe, clean, fully-equipped and operational.
· Point of contact for all staff and tenants in relation to office and building issues and queries.
· Responsible for managing office contracts, negotiating the renewal of existing and new contracts.
· Obtaining quotes for any maintenance/repairs works required and carrying out due diligence checks on all new contractors.
- To have a key role in the organisation’s sustainability policy ensuring the purchase of all office provisions considers cost and any environmental and ethical impacts.
IT Coordination:
· Liaise with external IT support providers as necessary ensuring SLAs are adhered met and effectively resolve IT issues.
· Maintain a laptop register and prepare and maintain an annual rolling plan for renewal of old equipment.
· To oversee the migration of SharePoint data to the new CRM system in 2026.
· To be involved in any IT projects that need to integrate with our office systems (O365, SharePoint and One Drive).
· To be responsible for IT support for the office laptops and office systems (windows, O365, One Drive and SharePoint) ensuring that there is a maintenance contract in place and this is reviewed on a regular basis.
You will be required to undertake any other reasonable duties to support business requirements as requested.
Essential skills and experience
- Proven experience in operations or office management
- Strong organisational skills
- Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communications skills
- IT Literacy including Microsoft 365, One Drive and SharePoint
- Experience of organising events
- Knowledge of health and safety legislation
- Knowledge of data protection legislation
- Ability to work in a team and independently
Desirable skills and experience
- First aid qualification
- Fire Marshall training
- Experience of the not for profit or charity sector
- Experience of the publishing industry
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Equity, diversity, and inclusion are at the core of our values - we endeavour to tackle structural discrimination and prejudice wherever we see it. Part of this commitment means we are looking to increase the diversity in our organisation at all levels. We strongly encourage applications from a broad range of social, cultural, educational and underrepresented backgrounds.
Financial assistance
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What we offer
As a progressive and ethical not-for-profit organisation, we offer a range of benefits to support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. We’re a London Living Wage and Disability Confident – Committed. Benefits include:
· Competitive salary
· Cycle to work scheme
· Death in service benefit
· Employee assistance programme
· Flexible hybrid working practices
· Family-friendly, disability-confident inclusive culture
· Generous annual leave, including bank holidays
· Salary exchange pension scheme
· Interest-free annual travel card loan
· Office closure over Christmas*
· Private healthcare
* Colleagues can work over the Christmas period, although the building is closed. For those who wish to take additional time off, this will be deducted from your annual leave allowance.
As an employer, we nurture a working environment in which staff can grow and develop and there may be opportunities to take on increased responsibility as experiences grows. We recognise the value of flexibility in the way we work with a positive culture of hybrid working practices. We welcome questions and conversations at interview stage about how flexible working could work for you.
To apply, please send your CV, and a personal statement which demonstrates how your skills and experience will meet our requirements (max. 2 x A4 pages)
Empowering authors since 1884. We have been advising individuals and speaking out for the profession for more than a century.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Borde Hill Garden is seeking to appoint a Heritage Project Manager to support the Delivery Phase of its National Lottery Heritage Fund (NLHF) funded ‘Reinventing Borde Hill’ project. The successful candidate will lead this exciting project, reporting to the Project Board and working with the Project Director to ensure that this phase of the project is fully delivered to time and on budget. The successful candidate will have proven experience of working on heritage projects, and will act as the key point of contact for the NLHF ensuring adherence to all NLHF frameworks and requirements, and ensuring that all documentation is managed accordingly. The role will involve working closely with the internal project team, wider garden staff and volunteers (including leading on the recruitment of volunteers), as well as the externally appointed Design Team, Cost Consultant, Evaluation Consultants, and other consultants. The Heritage Project Manager will coordinate the internal project team.
The successful candidate will maintain a close overview of the activity plan, the risk register, and the budget, as well acting as a point of contact, organising, attending and participating in project and stakeholder meetings; and compiling the information required for the project until the planned ‘soft opening’ in Spring 2028.
Knowledge, skills and experience needed:
(Please provide evidence in your Covering Letter and CV)
Tasks and responsibilities
· Become fully acquainted with all previous project documentation relating to the NLHF bid and acquire a good knowledge of the detailed objectives of the project
· Act as a key point of contact for NLHF ensuring that all necessary NLHF financial requirements and conditions are processed and/or met, including compiling grant drawdowns, reporting and assisting with the development of the project within the agreed programme
· Support the procurement of the construction contractors, and lead on procurement of other contractors, including preparation of briefs, enquiries, advertisements, evaluation and associated paperwork ensuring that their work is procured on time and within budget
· Oversee the work of the Design Team and other consultants ensuring that their deliverables are on time and coordinated with the other aspects of the project
· Liaise with an external construction project manager to ensure that a strong alignment is maintained between the capital build and the other elements of the project (e.g. activity plan, fundraising, evaluation etc.)
· Coordinate monthly progress reports from key workstream leads (internal and external), and compile these into a monthly Project Status Report
· Oversee the project budget, maintain the tracker and cashflow spreadsheet, and work with the Finance team to process invoices for payment
· Arrange project meetings, including co-ordinating diaries, sending meeting invites, monitor responses, and produce and circulate agendas and papers.
· Attend and where appropriate chair meetings, take and distribute minutes, and monitor actions as appropriate
· Work with the Marketing team to contribute to social media and website copy about the project
· Work with the Community Engagement Officer, supporting them to build and maintain relationships with current and prospective community partners, deliver the Activity Plan at the Community Growing Garden, and co-ordinate project-focused events such as Community Open Days
· Work with the Fundraising Manager, supporting them to create applications and approaches to potential funders (including trusts and foundations, individual donors, corporate donors, legacies etc.), and support with donor stewardship and relationship management post-gift, including reporting to other funders and supporting with donor events
· Support the work of the Evaluation Consultants, including internal and external evaluation of engagement initiatives
Skills and experience
To be considered for this position, you should be able to demonstrate some or all of the following:
· Good project management experience, with experience of medium-sized NLHF projects
· Experience of working on capital projects and working with contractors to deliver project builds
· Experience of working in the heritage environment, especially with listed and/or designated landscapes
· A good knowledge of budget management, monitoring and reporting
· Experience and understanding of community engagement, evaluation and partnership working
· Experience of working with architects, landscape architects, construction contractors, and consultants
· Experience of managing and working with multidisciplinary stakeholders and teams
· Experience and understanding of community engagement, evaluation and partnership working
· Experience of contributing to and supporting fundraising applications and approaches, especially for capital campaigns
· Excellent planning skills and a flexible approach to work, with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks, including tasks undertaken by others, whilst ensuring deadlines are met
· A great team-worker, with a confident, diplomatic approach, able to build effective relationships with a wide range of stakeholders and team members at all levels and find appropriate solutions to conflicting priorities
· Excellent attention to detail, with good logical, analytical and problem-solving skills
· A concise, effective communicator, with excellent written and verbal communication skills
· Ability to work independently and to manage multi-disciplinary teams to achieve common goals
Qualifications
· Degree in relevant discipline or with demonstrably equivalent work experience
· Project management qualification or equivalent practical experience
· Excellent skills in MS Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint
Please note, applications without a CV and Cover Letter will not be considered.


