Project manager jobs in catford, greater london

The Fundraising Support Officer will be supporting both Special Events and Community Fundraising.  You will be the go-to person for administrative and logistical support, keeping projects on track, ensuring communications reach our supporters and volunteers on time, and managing key event platforms. Your work will play a vital part in raising funds that drive life-changing research for children.

What You’ll Do

• Provide day-to-day administrative and logistical support across fundraising projects.
• Manage silent auction platforms for high-profile events, liaising with donors and uploading product details.
• Support communications with donors, bidders, and event supporters.
• Coordinate supporter journeys and promotions using digital mailing platform.
• Handle supporter care enquiries and maintain accurate records on Raiser’s Edge CRM.
• Work collaboratively across the organisation to ensure a great supporter experience.

You will be working from home in this role, but you must reside in the UK.

Applications should be by CV with a supporting statement showing how you meet the skills and experience in the person specification.  You are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis and we will close the role before the closing date should a suitable applicant be found. If you have not heard from us by 12 September, then unfortunately you have not been shortlisted.

First interviews will be held w/c 15 September 2025.

Benefits include 25 days annual leave pro rata (inclusive of three days closure between 27 and 31 December) and a Group Flexible Retirement Plan.

WHAT IS OUR SECOND HOME

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

We are looking for a highly engaging Leadership & Volunteering Manager to lead and grow our leadership training programming, and to lead on the recruitment, development and retention of our pool of volunteers. You will work across our various hubs to ensure all volunteers are well-supported, feel valued, and are making meaningful contributions to OSH’s mission.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Leadership Training & Development

• Oversee and continue to codify OSH’s LIT (Leaders in Training) course, including in-person and online sessions, and mentoring LITs on their first residential. This will include hands-on delivery, managing logistics, and working with volunteers and facilitators.

• Co-design and develop other leadership programmes for young people.

• Support young people from refugee backgrounds to move from participants to leaders within OSH.

• Lead the delivery of training and induction for new and returning volunteers in hubs, at pre camp training days and leaders retreats. This includes safeguarding, group dynamics, facilitating groups, and OSH values, but will also include identifying gaps and trends in skills and experiences.

• Help shape the pedagogy and outcomes of OSH’s leadership programmes.

Volunteer Strategy & Recruitment

• Ensure there is an active pipeline of people signing up for the LIT course

• Design and implement a volunteer recruitment strategy to attract a diverse range of volunteers from within OSH and externally.

• Build partnerships with universities, youth networks, and professional communities to widen reach.

• Develop inclusive recruitment materials and accessible application processes.

Volunteer Engagement

• Develop progression pathways for volunteers.

• Ensure an active culture of feedback and reflection within leadership and volunteering.

• Track volunteer impact and progression.

• Coordinate check-ins, socials, and wellbeing support for volunteers.

• Work closely with the whole team to ensure volunteer experiences are safe, rewarding, and well-held.

Operations & Evaluation

• Maintain volunteer records and communications using Beacon (OSH’s CRM).

• Monitor data on volunteer recruitment, attendance, retention, progression, and impact.

• Contribute to fundraising work, for example by ensuring there is a regular supply of case studies for OSH programmes.

• Collaborate with colleagues to share impact and improve practice.

Other duties

• Getting involved in OSH events in the evenings and at weekends, including residentials. These are overnight trips from 2 to 5 nights

• Other duties as may be required from time to time

IDEAL EXPERIENCE

• Excellent facilitation, training, and communication skills.

• Strong experience managing volunteer programmes and/or leadership development.

• Experience designing leadership training or curriculum.

• Understanding of and training in safeguarding in youth settings.

• A deep understanding of inclusive, trauma-informed, and youth-centered approaches.

• Experience supporting young people from marginalised backgrounds, ideally those with lived experience of the asylum system.

• Experience volunteering or working in residential programming.

• Ability to build relationships across diverse groups and inspire trust and commitment.

• Organised and systems-minded, with good project management skills.

• Confident using digital tools (e.g. Google Workspace, CRMs)

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

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

On use of AI

We appreciate many use AI tools in applications, but encourage personal insight and genuine motivation. We may also use AI tools to support application sifting, under human supervision. Final decisions are always made by people, not machines.

Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

We know self-doubt can hold people back, especially if you don’t think you tick every box. But if you’re passionate about our mission and ready for a meaningful challenge, we encourage you to apply. We value diverse skills and experiences, and are committed to supporting the right person to grow and thrive with us. You might be exactly who we need.

Are you a creative and user-centred Learning Designer with a passion for education? Do you want to make a real impact in the medical field by creating world-class digital learning courses for doctors?

RCR Learning supports radiologists and clinical oncologists’ professional development throughout their career – whenever and however they practice. We design, develop and deliver innovative learning products that respond to the real challenges of clinical practice. We’re building a world-class digital learning library of high quality, engaging courses which meet our members’ needs.

The Royal College of Radiologists (RCR) is looking for a Digital Learning Designer to join our dynamic RCR Learning team. You’ll collaborate with subject matter experts and RCR Learning colleagues to design and develop visually engaging, interactive online learning resources that support doctors throughout their careers.

What you’ll do

• Scope, design and develop innovative online courses to to meet the needs of our learners (Resident Doctors and Consultants)
• Facilitate course design workshops with SMEs (doctors and academics), explaining learning design principles and recommending content types which meet busy online leaners’ needs
• Develop learning design plans, storyboards and scripts for online courses which meet our pedagogical and cost/quality frameworks
• Design and develop high-quality, interactive e-learning content using tools like Articulate Storyline, Rise 360, Synthesia, and Canva.
• Create compelling interactive exercises, visuals, animations, videos and branded templates to bring learning to life.
• Stay ahead of design trends and bring fresh ideas to enhance our digital learning offer.
• Support the marketing of digital learning resources by identifying compelling features and usage trends.
• Help maintain and improve our Learning Management System (LMS) and ensure content is up-to-date and accessible.

What you’ll need 

• Proven experience in instructional design and digital learning development.
• Strong visual design skills with proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite.
• A creative eye for visual storytelling and accessibility.
• Excellent communication and project management skills.
• A collaborative mindset and the ability to work with a wide range of stakeholders, including medical professionals.

If you're excited about using your design skills to support healthcare professionals and improve patient care, we’d love to hear from you.

Why join us?

• Make a difference to the lives of doctors and the patients they support!
• Hybrid working (40% office-based / 60% remote working)
• Generous annual leave allowance
• Excellent pension scheme
• A wide range of staff benefits including Employee Assistance Programme, training opportunities, company sick pay and life assurance, interest free season ticket loan and cycle to work scheme
• Modern working environment, next to a park in central London
• Equipment provided to work from home

Peer Involvement Worker (Band 4)

37.5 hours per week

Fixed Term – 12 months

Springfield University Hospital

Salary range : £33,094 - £36,195 Pro rota per annum inclusive of Inner London HCAs

Closing date 09/09/2025

1.  Job overview:

We are recruiting a Peer Involvement Worker to join the Involvement Team and become part of a vibrant and ambitious Lived Experience Workforce.  It is essential that applicants have personal lived experience of mental and emotional distress, and personal experience of accessing secondary care mental health services, or experience of caring for, or supporting someone who has. Please note that experience of working in mental health related services alone will not meet this criterion.

The Peer Involvement Worker will work primarily within the coproduction and involvement workstream, supporting the Trust to develop meaningful and impactful coproduction and involvement opportunities for people with lived experience of Trust services, their carers, family, and friends.

Through joining the Lived Experience Network, people with lived experience of Trust services are offered the opportunity to use their lived experience within activities that support the development and improvement of services. We refer to ‘service users and carers’ as Lived Experience Members, and people with lived experience of Trust services.

Involvement & Coproduction opportunities include involvement in recruitment and selection; lived experience networks and forums; sharing lived experience in staff training; co-delivering training; inspections of services; developing information; lived experience involvement in project and focus groups, committees, and governance meetings; reviewing and developing policies, procedures, and ways of working; service design, redesign, and transformation.

Career Progression pathways and development opportunities:

We are committed to getting the very best out of our staff and support staff in their career aspirations. We have career pathways available, where you will be able to develop your skills and build on your experience to progress into other roles across different specialties. Within the Involvement Team we offer a career pathway for a variety of lived experience roles from band 3 up to band 8a. 

2. Main duties of the role:

You will use your lived experience, peer support values and principles to support people with lived experience of Trust services to join the Lived Experience Network. The post holder will build connections with Lived Experience Members, gaining an understanding of their lived experience of services, their interests and what they would like to gain from taking part. You will use this knowledge to support members to become involved in activities that align with their lived experience, and to assist the Involvement Administrative Coordinator in reviewing expressions of interests and selecting members for opportunities.

The Peer Involvement Worker role involves supporting members in their involvement through 1 to 1 check-ins, training, group sessions, and by offering support before, during and after involvement activities. You will play a role in supporting the development and delivery of the Lived Experience Member Training & Support Framework.

The post holder will contact and visit teams and people in services to recruit new members and to develop staff awareness of involvement and coproduction. You will offer support to staff to plan, advertise, and run involvement activities with the aim of developing meaningful and impactful involvement.

Flexible working:

We are proud to offer agile and flexible working opportunities as part of our new ways of working, and we are happy to talk flexible working at the interview stage. In this role you will be able to work Monday to Friday in the time frames from 8am to 6pm, giving you the very best of good work life balance.

3.  About us:

The Involvement Team oversees four priority areas of lived experience involvement across the Trust that support the creation of opportunities for people with lived experience to share their perspectives to shape how services are developed, delivered, and improved. The Involvement Team workstreams are:

1. Involvement & Coproduction

2. Carer Initiatives, including Triangle of Care

3. Volunteer Workforce

4. Peer Support & Lived Experience Workforce

Collectively the team work to achieve the objectives set out in the Coproduction, Involvement, Service User and Carer Experience - A unified approach 2022-2025.

The Involvement Team office is based in Elizabeth Newton Building at Springfield Hospital.

We are Proud to Belong at South West London and St George’s Mental Health NHS Trust.

We have expert services, a rich history and a clear commitment to providing the best quality care for those with mental ill-health. The Care Quality Commission already rates our services as ‘good’ - we aspire to be ‘outstanding’.

This is a great time to join us. We are transforming the way we care for our communities to support our mission of Making Life Better Together. We have built two brand new mental health facilities at Springfield University Hospital, which are amongst the best in the world. More developments are planned across our sites and services as we invest a further £120m to upgrade and modernise our estate by 2027.

We are inclusive and diverse and strive to be actively anti racist. We want to attract people from all backgrounds and experiences to enrich the work we do together. We are proud to co-produce and involve our local communities in all that we do.

We offer flexible working, career development and a variety of benefits to enable a positive, welcoming environment in which our people and their careers can thrive.

Come and join our inclusive teams and help our patients on their recovery journey.

About our locations:

 Springfield University Hospital, Tooting

Our largest, 19-ward site is in Springfield Village, created following our £150m investment into two new world class mental health facilities. A 32-acre public park, shops and cafes are now opening. Springfield is close to shops, cafes and Tooting Bec on the Northern Line plus Earlsfield and Tooting rail stations and bus routes.

Job description:

JOB SUMMARY

1. To work alongside the Involvement Project Lead, the Involvement Administrative Coordinator, two Peer Involvement Coordinators, and the wider Involvement Team.

2. Use peer support values and principles within the context of supporting people to take part in involvement and coproduction activities.

3. Support people with lived experience of trust services through the registration process to enable them to join the Lived Experience Network.

4. Build connections with Lived Experience Members, gaining an understanding of their lived experience of services, their interests and what they may want to gain from taking part actively. Using this knowledge to support them to become involved in involvement and coproduction activities.

5. Support members in their involvement through 1 to 1 check-ins, group facilitation, and by offering support before, during and after involvement activities.

6. Through the wisdom of their own lived experience, and a respect for the diversity of perspectives and experiences, the postholder will challenge stigma and inspire hope and a belief that recovery is possible.

7. Support with the management of the central point of contact for the Involvement Team via the team shared inbox, telephone number and office drop-in (Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm).

8. Provide efficient and professional face to face, telephone and virtual contact and support functions for trust service users, carers, and staff.

9. Offer support to respond to staff and member enquiries; requests to promote involvement opportunities to the Lived Experience Network; selecting members for opportunities and responding to new joiner interest.

10. Offer support to staff to plan, advertise, and run involvement activities with the aim of developing meaningful / impactful involvement.

11. Maintain appropriate records and support the collation of data to demonstrate the team’s outputs and impact.

KEY RESULT AREAS

SERVICE IMPROVEMENT

1. Support the development and delivery of the Lived Experience Member Training & Support Framework.

2. Contact and visit teams and people in services to recruit new members and to develop staff awareness of involvement and coproduction.

3. Work in a way that promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion, demonstrating an awareness of the impact of intersectionality, to expand the diversity of people taking part in involvement and coproduction activities.

4. Lead specific projects and involvement initiatives taking full responsibility for all aspects of the organisation, planning, and delivery of that opportunity, complimenting the role of the Involvement Administrative Coordinator, and staff supporting the activity.

5. Support staff and the trust to create opportunities that ensure that the organisation listens to people who have first-hand experience of accessing its services; of what they need, what works well, what doesn’t.

6. Support staff and the trust to seek, reflect on and be responsive to the perspectives, experiences and needs of people, to enable the organisation to improve, develop and deliver safe, high quality patient care.

7. Enable each of the Trust’s service lines to have a dedicated resource to support involving service users and carers in their governance, service design and redesign, and other involvement activities. 

8. To promote shared decision making and support service users and / or carers to be empowered to make choices.

9. Where relevant and appropriate, to support service users and carers in accessing services and activities in their communities to promote community relationships, socially valued roles and support the navigation of barriers to social inclusion.

10. To identify and maintain positive links with community and partnership agencies, as appropriate. 

Finance Manager | 9 Months FTC | London | £40,000 - £45,000 | Hybrid - London

For a leading global NGO, we're recruiting an Interim Finance Manager for 9 months. Supporting the Senior Finance Manager and Director of Finance and IT, the Interim Finance Manager will oversee the month-end processes, balance sheet and income reconciliations, VAT returns, and budgeting and reforecasting process. Supporting the UK Finance teams, this role will consolidate management accounts and budgets at group level and provide support and analysis to help decision-making.

What you'll be doing:

• Preparation and posting of monthly journals and assisting the Senior Finance Manager in preparing management accounts, and investigating variances
• Overseeing the monthly management accounting for central support functions, acting as their business partner
• Monthly income processing and reconciliations
• Maintaining records on restricted funding
• Balance sheet reconciliations
• Monthly bank reconciliations and maintain fixed asset register
• Processing BACS payments to suppliers and compile VAT returns for sign-off
• Project work to include updating the fixed asset register, reviewing and optimising month-end processes and procedures, updating the payment processes, act as Audit contact for submitting files on the audit portal, and updating the finance manual / finance training

What you'll offer:

• AAT qualified or part-qualified accountant
• Proven experience in management accounting and reconciliations
• Experience in an international development charity or NGO
• Strong experience of Excel, and ideally Unit4 / Agresso.

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As an employer, we are committed to ensuring the representation of people from all backgrounds regardless of their gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, or any other aspect which makes them unique. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply and would encourage you to let us know if there are steps, we can take to ensure that your recruitment process enables you to present yourself in a way that makes you comfortable.

Become an Executive Assistant at Peridot Partners! We’re a values-led executive search firm working across the third sector, education and membership sectors, aiming to transform leadership and inspire change.

Location: Hybrid – offices in central London, Nottinghamshire and Staffordshire

About Peridot Partners

Since 2009, Peridot Partners has grown into a respected consultancy known for its dedication to sectors that drive social good.

Placing purpose and quality before profit, we’re a values-led third sector executive recruitment agency transforming leadership and inspiring change with organisations that have a social purpose.

We’re a close-knit team of exceptional people, and we’re proud of developing an ultra-flexible, empowering and fun culture.

We focus on long-term, deep-rooted relationships that bring added value.

We challenge the status quo about what makes good leadership, and this is reflected in our exceptional clients, candidates and close community of change-makers.

We have worked with organisations that want to grow and who appreciate and value good leadership, across the public, third and private sectors. This means we spend our time recruiting people for executive and non-executive roles for leadership teams and boards across education, fundraising and the third sector.

With our values centred around integrity, inclusivity, and collaboration, Peridot offers a unique approach to recruitment—one that builds real partnerships with clients and is both supportive and constructively challenging.

About the role

The focus of the Executive Assistant is to provide professional and efficient administrative support to consultants and ensure accurate record-keeping of client and candidate information. The postholder will support project management, client relations and customer support, manage diaries alongside more general administrative and database duties.

The Business and Executive Support (BES) team work closely to ensure that consultants are supported in the best way possible to achieve great services for clients and candidates.

Who we are looking for

We are looking for ambitious, proactive, and customer-focused individuals with a positive and enthusiastic personality.

You will be highly motivated and organised in providing support to colleagues in a busy and fast-paced environment, with a high level of verbal and written communication skills, and attention to detail. Previous secretarial/administrative experience is desirable.

Benefits

• Flexible and agile working (ideally 2 days per week in one of our offices)
• Employee Healthcare Scheme
• Birthdays off
• Business closure days over the Christmas holiday.
• Celebrations, social and volunteering opportunities and events

Please click 'Redirect to recruiter’ to be redirected to the Peridot Partners website, where you can find full details of the candidate profile and register your interest to apply.

This role will support the delivery of operational efficiencies and process improvements throughout the NT and reporting for external stakeholders such as ACE

The Business Operations and Support Project Lead will support the delivery of projects across the National Theatre to optimise cross organisational working including improving processes and efficiencies.  This role is crucial in supporting key sustainability objectives within the Entertain and Inspire Strategy.

They will be responsible for the leading the delivery of strategic projects that will enhance operational efficiencies across various business operations functions, including Finance, IT, and People. This includes planning, coordinating, and overseeing projects assigned to the Business Operations and Support team.

The successful candidate will have the following: 

• Demonstrable experience in a similar operational role
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Experience managing projects from conception to completion
• Strong excel skills with ability to analyse data (eg pivot tables, linking data sets and look ups) and create reports that include charts and graphs
• Proficient in Office 365 products including Forms, Booking, PowerBI and Power Automate

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

The closing date for the receipt of a completed application is Sunday 14th September 2025 at 11:59pm

Purpose of role: To support international conservation grants programmes and lead on the development of our 220 strong global Winner Network at WFN: an impactful fundraising and grant-giving wildlife conservation charity focused on supporting grassroots projects across Asia, Africa and Latin America. 

Reports to: Head of Grants

Deadline to apply: 31st August (before end of day). Successful candidates will be invited to interview following the deadline and we are planning for a mid October 2025 start date.

Whitley Fund for Nature

Whitley Fund for Nature (WFN) is a UK charity supporting grassroots conservation leaders across the Global South. Through project funding (Awards), training, and media profile, we support local solutions to the planet’s most pressing conservation challenges. Our winners are courageous changemakers, working alongside communities to save species and protect ecosystems. Established in 1993, we have channeled £24 million to +220 conservation leaders in 80 countries, benefitting wildlife, landscapes, and people. We fund mainly in Africa, Asia and Latin America where income is often hardest to raise and can have the biggest impact for people and biodiversity. WFN is governed by a committed trustee board. Our team is dynamic, passionate about our mission, and ambitious. The charity benefits from high profile support from Patron, HRH The Princess Royal, and Ambassador Sir David Attenborough.

Our funding is raised each year, mainly from family trusts and foundations, as well as from individuals, corporates, and international NGOs, with a current annual income of around £2.6m/year. We raise funds based on winner need, and in the coming years are seeking to steadily grow what we provide in support to winners, and so are bolstering the capacity of our team in line with this ambition.

The Opportunity

This role at WFN provides an exciting opportunity to lead on the development of our growing Winner Network Development (WND) programme, identified as one of the charity’s key areas for strategic growth and maximised impact over the coming years. We are looking for an enthusiastic and outgoing communicator who is passionate about conservation and can drive forward and create connections between our global network of over 220 conservationists, fostering knowledge exchange, capacity development and collaboration. As part of this programme the Grants and Network Manager (GNM) will help with delivery of annual thematic training workshops, with opportunity for international travel. The GNM will also assist our Head of Grants (HG) in monitoring our portfolio of active grants, with support from the Grants Assistant (GA). The GNM will also participate in the Whitley Awards application process by helping to screen the grant applications and supporting with due diligence. If you have a conservation background, and experience with capacity development programmes, proactively managing growing networks, and monitoring active grants, then this is the role for you.

GRANTS AND NETWORK MANAGER - PERSONAL SPECIFICATION

Essential:

· MSc or equivalent experience in a relevant field (e.g., Conservation/ Zoology/ Environmental Science)

· Experience cultivating and managing networks of people, with a proven track record of successful engagement and network growth

· Requisite experience in managing a portfolio of active grants within the environmental NGO sector including ongoing monitoring and evaluation

· Past experience with capacity development initiatives and/or facilitating trainings and events, including organising logistics

· Demonstrable understanding of grassroots conservation projects, issues, and solutions

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills at all levels (interface with team members, trustees, international grantees, donors, external assessors, suppliers)

· Innovative and strategic thinker; able to spot opportunities to maximise the collective impact of our winner network

· Efficient and organised, with high attention to detail whilst ensuring deadlines are met

· Proven ability in effective budgeting, negotiating and budget management

· Proficient in Outlook, Word, Excel and Powerpoint

· Flexible ‘can do’ approach and will flourish in a small office environment

Desirable:

· Experience working and/or travelling in the Global South

· Experience using Salesforce/CRM databases

· Experience working with high profile individuals

Additional details and benefits:

· Attractive holiday package totaling 30 days p.a. plus bank holidays.

· Training and professional development opportunities provided.

· Hybrid working opportunities

· Some opportunities for international travel

· The charity operates a Pension Scheme and a Life Assurance Scheme.

How to apply

· Apply via our website as soon as possible and before the 31st August (end of day). 

·       You will need to send your CV and a cover letter explaining why you feel you would be right for this position and your motivation

· Please indicate what your notice period, if any, would be in your letter.

· Please also send a signed copy of our Candidate Privacy Notice with your application (available at our website).

This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship. Only applicants who have the right to work in the UK at the time of application will be considered for this role.

Regrettably, due to limited resources and the high number of applications we receive, we are only able to contact short-listed candidates. If you do not hear from us within four weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been successful on this occasion.

 Diversity and Inclusion

At WFN we are committed to developing an inclusive and diverse organisation, in which everyone feels supported, valued, and able to be their full selves. We celebrate and respect diversity in nature and among the people and partners with whom we work. We need more people and diversity across the environment sector, and to achieve our vision. We are therefore particularly keen to receive applications from Black, Asian or minority ethnic; disabled; LGBTQ+; or from lower socio-economic backgrounds. As a small organisation we are committed to progressing and continuing development across DE&I. Please contact us to discuss any additional support you may need to complete your application. Applications are considered solely on your demonstrated suitability for the role.

This is a unique opportunity to combine your commercial finance expertise with meaningful, values-driven work. In this role, you’ll be a trusted adviser and challenger to our Income Generation, Corporate Services, and Operations teams providing the insight, analysis, and financial planning they need to deliver life-saving services.

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Contract terms:​

• Initially a 12month fixed term contract

• £45,000 - £50,000 per annum with Benefits

•  Full time hours are 35 hours per week, but we are passionate about flexible working, talk to us about your preferences.

• Hybrid working: Linked to our Ewell (Surrey) office with a blend of home working and access to work from our offices in Ewell and London Bridge.

• In-person working: Meeting in person and working collaboratively are things we value. We work in person around 2 days or more per month.

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About you​

You’ll be someone who thrives on partnership and influence, equally comfortable challenging assumptions as you are supporting colleagues. You can balance detail with the bigger picture, manage multiple priorities, and adapt to changing organisational needs — all while working with professionalism, integrity, and respect.

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What you’ll do​

• Lead commercial financial reporting, forecasting, and scenario analysis for the Income Generation, Corporate Services, and Operations teams
• Partner with senior leaders to analyse performance, identify risks and opportunities, and support decision-making.
• Produce costings and forward projections for new and existing activities.
• Provide expert financial modelling and analysis to support new income generation opportunities and strategic initiatives.
• Build financial capability across the organisation, helping colleagues develop commercial acumen.
• Collaborate across the Finance team to deliver team-wide goals and organisational priorities.

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Full outline of the role available in the Job description file here

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What we’re looking for​

• Broad experience in commercial financial planning and analysis, including budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting.
• Proven experience leading the financial element of projects or investment decisions.
• Strong skills in presenting financial information clearly to senior leadership.
• Highly analytical, commercially astute, and confident in interrogating financial data.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with financial planning/reporting tools.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build strong working relationships.
• Experience within the charity or not-for-profit sector would be advantageous.
• Knowledge of Business Central and Cosmos would be desirable.
• Degree level education or equivalent experience.
• Part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA, or equivalent) with proven accounting experience.

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Why Samaritans?​

At Samaritans, you’ll be part of a people-first organisation deeply committed to inclusion, compassion and learning. You’ll contribute to a team where your voice matters, your expertise makes a difference, and your work helps save lives.

We welcome applications from individuals with lived experience and encourage those from underrepresented communities to apply. We are committed to creating an environment where all our people feel seen, heard and supported.

You’ll join a values-led organisation with a powerful mission and a collaborative culture. We offer flexible hybrid working, excellent benefits, and the chance to make a tangible difference in suicide prevention across the UK and Ireland.

For further information about Samaritans, including our charity structure, values, employee benefits, and application process, please read our recruitment brochure available here. You can also visit our careers website to access this. 

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Apply now and bring your financial expertise to a role that helps save lives.​

To apply, please complete the application questions and submit your CV with a brief supporting statement. We kindly ask that you don’t rely on AI tools for your application answers, or to generate interview answers. We want to see your own unique ideas and writing skills. We want your application to stand out from the rest and showcase your own strengths.

Due to the timeframes for this role, we’re only able to consider candidates who can start within one month of offer.

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Applications close: ​Sunday 7 September

Interviews: week commencing 15 September

We are looking for an enthusiastic, experienced and talented individual to help us grow community energy in Leicester and Leicestershire. With an emphasis on energy efficiency, you will support community groups and volunteers to develop and deliver community energy projects in their own neighbourhoods. You’ll play a key role in building knowledge, confidence and capacity within communities, and supporting them to take forward practical projects that save energy, cut bills, and contribute to tackling the climate crisis.

About the role

We’re looking for a passionate and driven Service Manager to lead our team at Birkenhead Street, a 31-bed hostel in Camden offering 24-hour supported accommodation to single adults. This is a unique opportunity to shape a service that puts people first, working in a trauma-informed and person-centred way.

What You’ll Be Doing

As Service Manager, you’ll be at the heart of the service, responsible for both strategic development and day-to-day operations. You’ll lead, motivate and support a dedicated team including a Deputy Manager, Project Workers, Duty and Night Staff, Cleaners, and locums. In addition to:

• Manage the service rota and ensure smooth operational delivery.
• Build strong partnerships with external agencies to enhance outcomes for residents.
• Champion inclusive support, including working closely with the Women’s Safe Space to address the specific needs of female residents.
• Ensure the service meets contractual obligations and reflects best practice.
• Continuously review and improve service delivery in line with St Mungo’s policies.
• Support residents with high-quality, strengths-based care and advice tailored to their goals.
• Monitor budgets and provide insightful reports using both quantitative and qualitative data.

About You

We’re looking for someone who is a confident and compassionate leader with experience in hostel or service management, as well as:

• Skilled in communication, problem-solving, and emotionally intelligent leadership.
• Committed to continuous improvement and passionate about making a difference.
• Able to navigate complex challenges and maximise available resources to support residents.

We’d always like to hear from people who want to help transform lives. Not sure if you have the skills and experience you need for the role? Apply and we’ll let you know!

We are working hard to create a diverse and fully inclusive culture where everyone feels valued and we welcome applications from all under-represented groups, particularly Global Majority candidates who are underrepresented at this management level. 

How to apply

To view the job description and guidance on completing your application form, please click on the ‘document’ tab on the advert page on our website.

To find out more and apply please go to the St Mungo’s careers page on our website.

Closing date: 10am on 2nd September 2025

Interview and assessments on: 12th September 2025

We are working hard to create a diverse and fully inclusive culture where everyone feels valued and we welcome applications from all under-represented groups, particularly Global Majority candidates who are underrepresented at this management level.

What we offer

• Excellent Development and Growth Opportunities
• A Diverse and Inclusive Work Place
• Great Pay and Other Benefits

Executive Assistant

We are looking for a driven self-starter with a varied skillset to join the team, acting as an integral part of the success of the organisation by providing administrative support and operational insight to the Director and wider team.

Position: Executive Assistant

Location: London/Hybrid, office 2–3 days a week, with flexibility to work from home

Hours: Full-time

Salary: £28,000–£33,000 depending on experience

Contract: Permanent

Closing Date: 31 August 2025

Interview Date: The first round is online on 15 September 2025 and the second round is in person at our London office on 22 September 2025.

The Role

The Executive Assistant is a varied role, and would suit someone who loves to make things happen, is helpful and co-operative, and takes initiative; someone able to prioritise a range of tasks and commitments. The role involves supporting the Director of the organisation to be as effective as possible, and needs someone skilled in diary management, team and finance administration, project management and office management systems to support the day-to-day operations of this busy team. The role holder will play a crucial part in enabling the team to function as a well-oiled machine, and will make a key contribution to team culture.

About You

The successful candidate will have experience in using their administrative and operational skills within a team setting, as well as being a proficient MS Office user. We’re looking for someone who is excited about the work the organisation does and is eager to contribute to the mission.

Please provide your CV and a 250-word statement that sets out your interest and suitability for this position.

In Return…

Commitment - As a Christian organisation, the charity believe you have gifts and abilities that are all your own. So they’re willing to explore how what you have might fit what’s needed.

The checklist – There’s no such thing as the perfect candidate. You don't have to tick every box on the job description before you apply!

It's personal - You have a life outside work, and the organisation want you to be able to live it well. So are happy to talk to you about flexible working hours and working from home.

Learn and grow - When you're trained in a new skill, or learn a different perspective, it benefits everyone. The organisation is committed to making it possible for everyone to flourish, with a huge variety of learning resources available.

Together and apart - The charity believe in home working where it’s appropriate, and during lockdown they made that work really well. But know how important it is to meet face to face, too and are committed to making the office an enriching environment, where people are glad to be.

Celebrating difference - Universal acceptance for everyone, everywhere is at the heart of the organisation and it promotes diversity of thought, culture and background. Diversity is valued and this is reflected in the workforce.

Level ground - We want you to bring your best to the application and selection process. If you need any adjustments to be made for that to happen, let us know and we'll be glad to help.

Benefits include: Flexible Working, Pension, Employee Assistance Programme, Family Time benefits including TOIL, 28 days (plus bank holidays) after 2 years’ service (plus holiday trading, office closed at Christmas, additional closure the day before Good Friday and as day after Easter Monday), gym membership, Health Cash Plan or Private Medical, Cycle Scheme, Life Assurance, Staff Seminars, All Staff Gatherings, Access to LinkedIn Learning platform, Tastecard, Childcare Vouchers, Loyalty Awards, Staff Events, Free tea and coffee

Working in over 200 countries and territories, the organisations parent charity, is on a global mission to bring the Bible to life for everyone and believes that when people engage with the Bible lives can be changed, for good.

The charity is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity and aspires to reflect this in its workforce. Applications are welcome from people representing all sections of the community.

You may also have experience in areas such as PA, EA, Personal Assistant, Executive Assistant, Secretary, Clerical, Administrator, Senior Administrator, Administration Manager.

Royal Economic Society (RES) is the professional membership body and learned society for the study and application of economics. The RES has been at the forefront of advancing economic knowledge globally since 1890 and has been foundational in building capability and excellence in the profession. With over 3,000 individual members worldwide and a dozen organizational members, we are one of the oldest economic associations in the world.  Increasingly we are focused on improving the public understanding of economics through engagement with schools and the wider public. Improving diversity, inclusion and professional conduct within the discipline is a key strategic priority of the Society. 

Job Overview

The Senior Communications Manager is responsible for developing and delivering the Society’s communications strategy to enhance its visibility, influence, and engagement with key audiences. The role ensures that the Society’s voice is clear, consistent, inclusive, and aligned with its strategic aims across all channels—web, social media, email, press, and publications. The role combines planning and budgeting with hands-on communications activity.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Communications

• Develop and implement an annual communications plan to support the Society’s strategic objectives, including member communication and marketing of the Society’s activities events and programmes.
• Work with the CEO, senior staff and officers to shape key messages and deliver campaigns that enhance the Society’s visibility and reputation.

Digital and Print Content

• Manage the Society’s website, ensuring it is current, accessible, user-friendly, and engaging.
• Oversee the production and distribution of newsletters, bulletins, blogs, and reports.
• Write, edit, and commission content for various audiences, including members, academics, policymakers, students, and the general public.

Social Media and Brand Management

• Manage the Society’s presence on social media (e.g. X/Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube), creating engaging and timely content.
• Develop multimedia content (videos, infographics, animations) as needed.

Media and Public Relations

• Monitor performance against income and other targets and report regularly to the Chief Executive and Board.
• Prepare briefings, proposals and reports for Board and committee meetings.

Internal Support

• Provide communications advice and support to staff colleagues and committees across the organisation.
• Collaborate with staff colleagues to ensure clear and effective promotion of RES activities and outputs.
• Develop communication toolkits, templates, and training to support wider staff and volunteer contributions.

Other

• Carry out any other tasks and responsibilities commensurate with the role and as reasonably requested.

Person Specification

Essential Skills

1. Significant experience in a communications role, ideally within a professional body, academic institution, or non-profit organisation.
2. Excellent written and editorial skills, with the ability to produce compelling, accurate, and audience-appropriate content across different formats and channels.
3. Strong skills in managing digital platforms, including websites (e.g. WordPress), email marketing tools (e.g. Mailchimp), and social media (e.g. LinkedIn, X/Twitter, YouTube).
4. Proven ability to develop and implement communication plans, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
5. Experience in applying and maintaining brand identity across a wide range of communications outputs.
6. Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills, including experience working with internal teams, senior leaders, and external stakeholders.
7. Ability to monitor performance metrics (e.g. website, social media) and adapt communications accordingly.

Desired Skills

1. Knowledge of economics or higher education landscape.
2. Understanding of learned societies, professional associations, or membership organisations.
3. Experience working with journalists or managing media relations.
4. Awareness of equality, diversity and inclusion issues and how to reflect them in communications content and practice.

Application Process

Please send your CV along with a personal statement outlining how you meet each person specification point. Applications that have not linked the personal statement to the person specification points will not be considered.

Applications should be emailed to us by 9am Monday 8 September 2025. Late applications will not be considered. Interviews will take place week commencing 15 September 2025.

We’re recruiting for a brilliant, committed and experienced Service Manager to lead the delivery of Ella’s service model. Leading the frontline team, the postholder will need to demonstrate a person-centred approach to ensure the provision of an excellent aftercare service for women who have experienced trafficking and/or sexual exploitation. As part of the management team, the postholder will contribute towards the development of Ella’s services.

You will be a skilled communicator, capable of developing strong partnerships and working effectively with other community organisations and agencies across London. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key part in enable women who have survived trafficking and other forms of violence to recover and rebuild their lives.

Two reasons why you should join Ella’s
 

1. You will make a difference: Ella’s is a London-based organisation working with women who have survived trafficking and sexual exploitation. Join us, and be a crucial part of ensuring survivors have all they need to recover and build lives that are safe and free.
    

2. You will work in a great place: We are a passionate, growing organisation. Last time we asked, 100% said they would recommend Ella’s as a place to work. As a team, we are strong, women-led, authentic, professional, fun and supportive of one another. 

Job description and person specification

Service delivery

• Lead the day-to-day management of Ella’s safe houses, and outreach services

• Ensure all caseworkers provide high-quality, holistic support tailored to each woman’s needs

• Ensure casework systems are used consistently and effectively across the team

• Oversee accurate and timely completion of risk assessments, support plans, and case notes

• Provide emotional support and hands-on casework guidance where needed

• Coordinate referrals and ensure women are welcomed into the service with care and dignity

• Lead regular reviews of support plans to ensure women are progressing through recovery stages

• Ensure a smooth and responsive referral process into Ella’s services

• Ensure all data is kept up to date for monitoring, evaluation, safeguarding, and reporting purposes

• Contribute service data to support funding applications and impact reporting

• Provide regular service updates to the Head of Services and contribute to strategic conversations

Volunteer coordination

• Induct, train and oversee social work students and/or interns placed within the home

• Ensure relevant policies and procedures are upheld by self, all volunteers and visitors who come into contact with survivors

• Adhere to and ensure all students and interns have a good knowledge of Ella’s casework management forms and recording systems and oversee the consistent use of these

• Provide regular supervision to students and interns

Safeguarding & health and safety

• Act as Safeguarding Lead for frontline services

• Manage all safeguarding concerns in line with Ella’s policies and procedures

• Work with the Head of Services and Safeguarding Trustee to strengthen safeguarding culture and processes

• Promote a safe working environment for staff and service users, including regular risk assessments

• Ensure all frontline staff are trained and confident in safeguarding procedures

• Respond calmly and professionally to emergency situations

• Protect the confidentiality and security of all Ella’s locations

• Ensure robust procedures are in place for health and safety across safe houses

Team management

• Provide line management, supervision, and ongoing support to accommodation and outreach caseworkers.

• Lead recruitment, induction, and training for frontline staff and interns.

• Manage the internship programme, including allocation, supervision, and development.

• Coordinate regular team meetings and reflective practice sessions.

• Support wellbeing of all frontline staff in partnership with Ella’s HR Officer.

• Oversee team and managers rotas and ensure staffing for on-call cover.

• Contribute to the recruitment and retention of a strong volunteer and intern team.

• Monitor and review demanding caseloads to support effective casework and prevent burnout.

Service development and partnerships

• Identify gaps and opportunities for improvement in service delivery.

• Implement structural changes to improve quality and efficiency of support.

• Build and maintain local partnerships within the VAWG and anti-trafficking sectors.

• Represent Ella’s at operational-level partnership and multi-agency meetings.

• Contribute to the development of service-related policies, ensuring input from staff and survivors.

• Work alongside the Head of Services and senior management team to shape future service plans.

Benefits

• Part of a small team, delivering a dynamic organisation changing women’s lives, supporting and empowering them to build their futures.

• We are always developing and growing so you will have the opportunity to give direction and vision to the work and to work alongside a committed team.

• Access to a professional supervisor.

• 28 day holiday, plus bank holidays.

Special conditions

• An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be undertaken.

• This post is restricted to women due to the nature of the role. The Occupational Requirement section under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies.

• The role is subject to a 6-month probationary period.

• The postholder is expected to take part in the out of hours on-call service.

• Ability and willingness to work flexibly, and at all Ella’s locations as required, is necessary for this role - it is therefore suited to someone with quick and easy access to London based properties in the case of emergencies.

More about Ella’s
Ella’s is a London-based organisation working with women who have survived trafficking and sexual exploitation. Our mission is to do everything we can to ensure survivors have all they need to recover and build lives that are safe and free. 

Here is a summary of our main activities:
 

• We run six safe houses. This supported accommodation is crucial for survivors, until they are ready and able to live independently. 

• We provide regular support for women and families in neighbourhoods across London, and many more further afield when they need us. 

• We speak out on issues affecting the women we work with. We care deeply about survivors of trafficking and exploitation and want to see a world where these crimes are not tolerated. 

Ella’s is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and communities, as we believe having a diverse team adds value and positively impacts our service. 

We actively encourage applicants from BAME backgrounds, LGBTQ+ applicants and those with disabilities. We are committed to equality and diversity within our organisation.