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Role: Executive Assistant and Administrative Officer
Location: Home-based, with regular attendance (at least monthly) of meetings in London
Salary: £28,000 - 32,000, depending on experience
Type: Permanent, full-time, 37.5 hours per week
Responsible to: CEO
About the role
Are you a proactive, energetic and highly effective individual with great attention to detail? We’re looking for a new Executive Assistant (EA) for the CEO and the Chair of the Overcoming MS Board of Trustees as well as organisational administrative duties.
This role plays an essential role in the smooth running of the charity. With a small team and big ambitions, everyone plays an important part. Yours is to facilitate our team to work in the most effective and productive manner, using your organisational and planning skills so we can all deliver the greatest impact for people with MS.
At Overcoming MS, we are here for everyone with MS who wants to take control of their health and wellbeing. We provide clear, practical actions for people to take and a supportive community to help people living with MS. Knowing people with MS can reduce their risk of disease progression through lifestyle choices gives hope to us all. Our vision is a world in which living a full and healthy life with MS is possible for everyone.
Job summary:
You will support the organisation across a range of administrative, organisational and governance activities. You will be comfortable working in a busy environment juggling multiple projects, as is characteristic of a small but ambitious organisation.
You will be able to demonstrate discretion and commitment, along with excellent organisation, written and verbal communication skills and will bring experience of providing director level PA/EA support. You will be able to use your own initiative to prioritise workload according to the demands of the day and learn to anticipate changes, responding professionally, adeptly and positively.
You will be expected to provide a high standard and quality of support across a range of activities and projects, being fully aware of and upholding the charity’s values, and taking responsibility for modelling these to others across the organisation and to the wider community.
Key responsibilities and duties:
The role comprises of the following key areas of responsibility:
· Executive Assistant to CEO
Provide full support to the CEO, including but not limited to:
o Overseeing the diary of the CEO, prioritising meetings and scheduling time for reading, thinking and preparing, ensuring meeting materials are to hand.
o Providing ‘right-hand’ support, undertaking research, ensuring CEO is up to date with all projects and pre-empting needs.
o Secretarial – supporting emails, creating presentations, keeping management files organised and up to date within SharePoint.
· Executive Assistant to Chair
Provide full support to the Chair in any administrative activities that relate to her role as Chair, including but not limited to:
o Overseeing calendar appointments, and ensuring the Chair is prepared for meetings.
o Providing ‘right hand’ support in communication with staff and Board, scheduling meetings and providing administrative support as required.
· Governance and administrative support to the Overcoming MS Board
Provide governance and administrative support to the Overcoming MS Board of trustees, including:
o Scheduling Board, committee and Strategy meetings and making the necessary arrangements (eg booking venues, setting up virtual meetings via Teams/ Zoom).
o Preparation of documentation for meetings including circulation of agendas, compiling Board packs for the Board of Trustees and committee meetings, taking accurate minutes and co-ordinating follow up actions.
o Supporting the Chair and CEO in the recruitment and induction of new Trustees.
o Providing administrative support for working groups, for example, making arrangements for meetings, circulating agendas and papers.
 
· Internal HR administrative lead
Fully supported with external expertise, to provide administrative support for the team, including:
o Advertising vacant roles, coordinating recruitment, sifting applicants, arranging interviews.
o Onboarding new starters, including references, contracts, setting up new starters on the systems, inducting starters in organisational processes.
o Supporting ongoing team development including coordinating training, staff surveys and appraisals.
o Coordinating leavers, including exit interviews, leavers forms and relevant administration.
· Internal IT administrative lead
Fully supported by our external IT agency, to provide administrative support for the team, including:
o Regular meetings with IT agency to ensure correct licenses, equipment and protections are in place.
o Coordination of hardware and software for new starters, equipment provided and returned for leavers.
· Management of Overcoming MS contact enquiries
o Regularly check the Overcoming MS contacts mailbox and manage its contents, responding or delegating to Overcoming MS team members where appropriate, and ensuring follow up is completed.
o Manage the Overcoming MS telephone number to ensure queries are dealt with efficiently.
o Draw themes from regularly occurring queries, to make sure any trends are picked up and addressed effectively.
· General organisational support
o Provide ad hoc project management support to organisational improvement projects, including supporting project team meetings, developing project plans and tracking progress.
o Travel/ meeting arrangements – arrange meetings, attendance at conferences and book rooms and making travel arrangements as necessary.
o Coordination with our outsourced storage facility.
o Policy support – maintenance of the policy tracker, coordinating the reviewing and updating of policies.
o Admin support for team meetings, oversight of the shared drive, central email lists.
o Lead relationship with our Employee Assistance Provider, including regular team reminders of services and other charity discounts.
o Proactively identify areas where improvements can help improve efficiencies, impact or wellbeing.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Experience (Essential (E)/ Desirable (D)
· At least 5 years’ experience in a senior PA/EA role (E)
· At least 5 years’ experience in writing Board minutes, supporting Boards and committees and other governance (E)
· Experience of effective engagement with senior leaders and stakeholders, both internal and external, at all levels (E)
· Experience of the charity sector (D)
· Working understanding of an organisation with a dispersed, remote team across a wide geography (D)
· Experience of supporting strategic and improvement projects (D)
· Experience of supporting HR or IT processes (D)
Education, Knowledge & Skills (Essential (E)/ Desirable (D)
· An excellent standard of written and spoken English and ability to communicate effectively with a range of people from diverse backgrounds (E)
· Excellent interpersonal skills (E)
· Excellent organisational, prioritisation and time management skills (E)
· Conscientious, with excellent accuracy and attention to detail, delivering high quality work (E)
· Proficiency in the full Microsoft Office suite, especially Teams, Outlook, SharePoint/OneDrive (E)
· Experience of using a variety of IT packages including databases and willingness to learn new IT systems (D)
· Awareness of charitable governance principles (D)
Personal attributes
· Calm and adaptable with an ability to work within a flexible and busy environment (E)
· Able to anticipate and problem solve with high levels of tact, diplomacy, discretion and ability to demonstrate absolute respect for the confidentiality of information (E)
· Comfortable working remotely and happy to travel, as needed, for meetings (E)
· Thrives as a team player but able to work on your own initiative, with minimal supervision (E)
· Reliable, resilient, committed and self-confident (E)
· A proactive approach to your work and are able to identify opportunities and solutions (E)
· Highly committed to safeguarding vulnerable people, equality, diversity and inclusion (E)
· Fully committed to Overcoming MS’s values (E)
· Experience of working within a charity and understanding of the charity sector (D)
We're here for everyone with MS who wants to take control of their health and wellbeing.

                    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!
Location: Remote or in one of our global offices (Madagascar, Belize, Indonesia, Timor-Leste, Kenya, Senegal), or home-based within countries where Blue Ventures has administrative capacity (Mozambique, Tanzania)
Closing date for applications: 15 November 2025
Contract status: Global post, full-time
Start date: December 2025
Contract duration: Permanent
Remuneration: £42,705 - £47,565 gross per annum (UK national band); £46,896 - £51,605 gross per annum (London, UK); IDR 286,984,519 - IDR 355,860,803 gross per annum (Indonesia); KES 2,871,375 - KES 3,560,505 gross per annum (Kenya); TZS 41,495,072 - TZS 51,453,890 gross per annum (Tanzania); MGA 36,755,641 - MGA 44,933,771 gross per annum (Madagascar); XOF 18,577,559 - XOF 23,036,173 gross per annum (Senegal); BZD 50,755 - 58,211 (Belize); USD 15,679 - 19,144 (Timor Leste); USD 68,000 - 72,910 (United States).
We rebuild tropical fisheries with coastal communities
Blue Ventures is a marine conservation organization that puts people first. We support coastal fishers in remote and rural communities to rebuild fisheries, restore ocean life and build lasting pathways to prosperity. Our work began two decades ago in Madagascar’s remote coastal communities and is growing globally.
Across a dozen countries, we’re partnering with traditional fishers and community organizations to design, scale, strengthen and sustain fisheries management and conservation at the community level. We bring partners together in networks to advocate for reform, and share tools and best practices to support fishing communities across the globe.
Summary job description
We are currently recruiting a Software Developer (R Shiny) to support our evolving operations, supporting our Global Data Science team. Reporting to the Head of Data Engineering, this is a full-time role with occasional travel (1-2 times per year) to work closely with overseas colleagues, partners, field teams and communities.
The successful candidate will be a motivated, proactive and highly organised individual with strong experience in developing interactive data visualisation tools in R Shiny specifically.
You will focus on creating user-friendly, customisable tools to support decision-making in small-scale fishing communities and across the organisation. These tools, designed by the Design and Integration team, aim to transform complex datasets into actionable insights, supporting data-driven decision-making at various levels.
You will demonstrate a proven track record of presenting complex data in clear, accessible formats for both technical and non-technical audiences, as well as project design and management. Ideally, you will have experience with community-based conservation and development initiatives. You will thrive in environments that are collegiate and ambitious, and be able to demonstrate experience of working independently and solving complex problems in challenging situations.
We are looking for an individual who is open to new ideas and embraces innovation. Assessment of applications will include candidates’ technical skills and alignment with BV’s core values and mission to support human rights-based approaches to marine conservation and fisheries management.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Governance Manager (12-months maternity cover)
About the role
This is an exciting time to join Emmaus UK and provide maternity cover for our Governance Manager.
This standalone role is responsible for managing the operations of the board and committees of Emmaus UK, as well as for providing support to local boards at Emmaus communities across Great Britain as they look to develop their governance arrangements.
The postholder will manage the board of trustees, leading on recruitment, induction and compliance, ensuring meetings run smoothly and are minuted effectively. They will also work as company secretary, managing the smooth-running of the AGM, and ensuring returns are made to Companies House and the Charity Commission within appropriate timeframes.
The Governance Manager is responsible for monitoring the development of policies, tracking completion and working with managers to continuously improve policies in line with changing regulation.
The role will also involve extensive work with members of the Emmaus movement, through the performance of reviews of local governance of members, reporting back to local boards on areas to celebrate and actions to develop. They will also be responsible for developing Emmaus UK’s best practice toolkit for trustees to refer to in developing their local governance arrangements, and for liaising with the wider Emmaus movement through facilitation of the membership processes with Emmaus Europe and Emmaus International.
About Emmaus UK
We understand that a home is more than just a roof over your head; it’s somewhere to belong, where you feel part of a community, and that’s what Emmaus offers.
Emmaus is a unique, secular organisation supporting homeless and socially excluded people by providing a home, meaningful work opportunities and a sense of belonging.
There are currently over 30 Emmaus communities across the UK, stretching from Glasgow to Dover and Norfolk to South Wales, including three Emmaus groups working towards the development of services in their areas. Collectively the Emmaus federation supports more than 1,000 people with experience of homelessness.
Emmaus UK Governance
- Manage the board of trustees, leading on recruitment, delivering a comprehensive and appropriate induction, dealing with enquiries, maintaining declarations of interest, skills audit and eligibility forms and ensuring all details are up to date and accurate.
 - Act as company secretary for Emmaus UK, leading on the preparation for and delivery of the Annual General Meeting, filing required returns, developing documents associated with membership, and ensuring the charity is compliant with relevant charity and company law.
 
Board and Committee Meetings
- Coordinate board meetings including organising venues, liaison with the relevant secretary and chairs in creating agendas, preparing and distributing papers and taking and circulating accurate minutes
 - Oversee the smooth-running of committee meetings in conjunction with the admin team, including creation of the annual calendar.
 - Ensure all follow up actions are coordinated, and ongoing rolling actions logs are maintained and appropriately shared with the Emmaus UK staff team.
 
Emmaus UK Governance Development
- Lead on governance projects within Emmaus UK, including but not limited to risk, policy management and internal governance reviews, reporting to the Board and subcommittees as appropriate.
 - Provide governance advice and support to staff members on an ad hoc basis.
 - Monitor all internal policies and procedures ensuring they are fit for purpose and kept under review by the relevant staff members.
 
Federation Governance
- Lead on reviews of members’ local governance arrangements, scheduling, undertaking analysis, reviewing documentation, collating responses from members and observations from Emmaus UK Senior Leadership Team members, and reporting to local boards on findings and Emmaus UK’s Audit & Risk Committee on emerging themes.
 - Provide guidance for federation members on governance development through ad hoc advice, the production of governance toolkits and supporting resources.
 - Facilitate the membership processes and requirements for Emmaus Europe and Emmaus International, supporting transitioning members and contributing to movement-wide events such as the World and Regional Assemblies, international visits and exchange programmes.
 
To apply
· To apply for the role, please complete our application form and equal opportunities monitoring form and email us, our Email address is in the application Pack by COP Wednesday 19th November 2025.
· Please ensure you download the job pack and refer to the job description and person specification when completing your application form.
· Those shortlisted will be invited to an interview conducted via Microsoft Teams on Wednesday 26th November or Friday 5th December 2025.
· If you would like to arrange an informal discussion about the role, please email us, the email address is in the Application Pack.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 35 per week
Location: Hybrid or home working depending on location
Closing date: 19 November
Interview date: w/c 24 November
Are you looking for a role where your skills can directly benefit families raising disabled or seriously ill children and young people?
Family Fund has an ambitious five-year growth strategy, which aims to expand and diversify our income to support the hundreds of thousands of families across the UK raising disabled or seriously ill children, experiencing an unrelenting squeeze – financially, emotionally and practically.
The role
Family Fund is seeking a dynamic Statutory Funding Manager to lead efforts to grow our income from government and statutory funders. This includes proactively identifying new funding opportunities linked to government policies and programmes, collaborating with operational teams to develop strong funding proposals, and building positive relationships with potential funders to support the organisation’s growth objective.
If you join us, you’ll be:
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Working with Directors to deliver a clear strategic view on areas of opportunity
 
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Proactively horizon scanning across the policy landscape by reviewing government papers, policy reports, consultations, etc. to identify opportunities where Family Fund can offer strategic solutions
 
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Working collaboratively with operations and research colleagues to ensure high quality, targeted and compelling proposals
 
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Cultivating and managing a network of peers and decision makers in government departments to accomplish objectives
 
About you
You’ll have a proven track record of meeting and exceeding income targets from statutory income sources, have significant experience or researching and writing tenders and the commercial ability to understand, set and meet financial targets.
To be successful in this role you will have a positive approach to business development and a detailed understanding of the statutory funding landscape and how policy development links to funding.You’ll need to have creative and lateral thinking skills to identify and expand on opportunities to meet government needs through the capacity and skills of the organisation.
We’re passionate and determined to connect with and support more families and are looking for an individual with a strong commitment to our vision and purposes.You will also need to be self-motivated, results driven and have a tenacious approach to securing income.
About us
Family Fund is a great place to work for great people. We provide a challenging and rewarding working environment where every staff member can make their mark.
We are a values based organisation and we aim to show our values in all that we do. Read our staff stories here, and see how our staff display our values every day.
We commit to inclusion, equality and diversity and we welcome applications from all parts of the community. Family Fund is a Disability Confident Leader. We will invite to interview all disabled applicants who meet the requirements for the role. If you have a disability, and are happy to let us know, please highlight this in your covering letter. We have also signed the Armed Forces Covenant and we welcome applications from the Armed Forces Community.
How to apply
When you’re ready to apply, complete the online application and submit a CV and a covering letter. Your letter will need to explain what skills and qualities you would bring to the team.
For more information, please read and download the job description.
The successful candidate must complete pre-employment checks that meet the Baseline Personnel Security Standard. This includes a right to work check and employment history verification.
Our mission is to improve the day-to-day lives of families on a low income, raising a disabled or seriously ill child, or young person.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Lead the delivery of transformative infrastructure solutions that power conservation.
Digital Delivery Manager
Reference: OCT20252991
Location: Flexible with some travel to Sandy, Bedfordshire, SG19 2DL
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full-Time, 37.5 hours per week
Salary: £39,205.00 - £41,856.00 Per Annum
Benefits: Holidays, Pension and Life Assurance
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Delivery Manager to lead the successful delivery of complex infrastructure projects within our technology portfolio. Reporting to the Head of Technology: Delivery & Production, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and implementing critical IT infrastructure initiatives that underpin our organisation’s digital transformation.
This is a high-impact role requiring strong leadership, exceptional organisational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment. You will ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to budget, while maintaining the highest standards of governance and quality.
Key Responsibilities
- End-to-End Delivery: Manage the full lifecycle of infrastructure projects, from initiation through to completion, using appropriate methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid).
 - Strategic Planning: Define project scope, objectives, and success criteria, ensuring alignment with organisational goals.
 - Financial Management: Develop and control project budgets, forecasts, and cost models, ensuring financial accountability and value for money.
 - Risk & Issue Management: Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate risks, maintaining robust RAID logs and governance documentation.
 - Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with senior stakeholders, technical teams, and external partners, ensuring clear communication and timely reporting.
 - Team Leadership: Matrix-manage multi disciplinary teams, fostering a collaborative, high performance culture.
 - Process Improvement: Drive continuous improvement in delivery processes, governance, and reporting standards.
 - Compliance & Best Practice: Ensure adherence to organisational policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
 
About You
We are looking for a confident and adaptable leader with a proven track record in delivering IT infrastructure projects. You will combine technical understanding with strong commercial acumen and the ability to influence at all levels.
Essential Skills & Experience:
- Significant experience delivering infrastructure projects (e.g. network upgrades, cloud adoption, hardware refresh).
 - Strong knowledge of IT infrastructure technologies (servers, storage, networking, cloud platforms).
 - Demonstrable experience in budget creation and financial control.
 - Proficiency in project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, PRINCE2).
 - Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
 - Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
 
Desirable:
- Professional certifications such as PRINCE2, AgilePM, or PMP.
 - Experience in process development and governance frameworks.
 - Familiarity with tools such as MS Project, Jira, Miro, Power BI and Office365.
 
Why Join Us?
At the RSPB, we believe in making a difference not just for nature, but for people too. You’ll join a passionate, purpose driven organisation where your work directly supports our mission to create a world richer in nature. Our teams are collaborative, supportive, and committed to innovation. Here, your expertise will help deliver technology solutions that enable real change.
What We Offer
- A supportive and inclusive working environment.
 - Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
 - Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
 - A chance to contribute to projects that truly matter.
 
Ready to make an impact? Apply today and help us deliver the technology that powers conservation.
Closing date: 23:59, Mon, 10th Nov 2025
We are looking to conduct interviews for this position from the 17th November.
Interested?
If you would like to apply and find out more about this position, please click the apply button to be directed to our website.
As part of this application process, you will be asked to provide a copy of your CV and complete an application form including evidence on how you meet the skills, knowledge, and experience listed above.
If you wish to provide a cover letter with your application, please include this at the end of your CV document upload.
The RSPB is an equal opportunities employer. This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
We are committed to developing an inclusive and diverse RSPB, in which everyone feels supported, valued, and able to be their full selves. To achieve our vision of creating a world richer in nature, we need more people, and more diverse people, on nature’s side. People of colour and disabled people are currently underrepresented across the environment, climate, sustainability, and conservation sector. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled, we are particularly interested in receiving your application.
Contact us to discuss any additional support you may need to complete your application.
The RSPB is a licenced sponsor. This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract.
No agencies please.
The RSPB brings people together – people like you – to protect the things that matter to us all.
                                
                    Harris Hill is delighted to partner exclusively with Consumers International, the only global membership body for consumer organisations, to recruit their new Director, Fair Digital Finance.
Consumers International unites over 200 member organisations in more than 100 countries. As the independent voice for consumers worldwide, it works with Members and partners to advocate for safer, fairer, and more sustainable markets, from digital goods to financial services, from data protection to consumer rights in the digital economy.
This is an exciting full-time role offered on a fully remote basis. The post is a fixed-term contract (3 years with possibility for extension, subject to funding).
This is a pivotal and entrepreneurial leadership role at the heart of Consumers International’s global programme on digital finance. The Director will shape and deliver the next phase of the Fair Digital Finance Accelerator – the organisation’s flagship global initiative to strengthen consumer protections in instant interoperable payment systems and related digital financial services. Working closely with the Director, Digital Rights, you will drive internal synergies and ensure alignment across teams, while leading a global programme that influences regulators, financial service providers, and policymakers. You will manage and grow an international team, build new initiatives and partnerships, and secure resources that sustain and expand the reach of Consumers International’s work. Representing the organisation in high-level forums, you will also champion innovation in consumer advocacy and ensure tangible impact in markets around the world.
We are seeking a strategic and confident leader with deep expertise in digital finance and consumer protection. You will bring a track record of delivering complex international programmes that drive measurable change, from regulatory reform and research initiatives to global advocacy and coalition-building. Skilled at navigating multi-stakeholder environments, you will be comfortable engaging with consumer associations, foundations, regulators, and financial service providers alike. Entrepreneurial and creative, you will thrive in a fast-moving, collaborative setting, able to translate strategic vision into concrete outcomes. Above all, you will bring the foresight, integrity, and influence to position Consumers International as the trusted global voice for consumers in the digital finance space.
To apply, please submit your up-to-date CV by 09:00 (UK time) on 13 November 2025. As applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, we encourage early submissions, as the vacancy may close ahead of the stated deadline. Shortlisted candidates will receive the full job pack, be invited to a role briefing, and asked to provide a tailored cover letter.
Please note that only successful applicants will be contacted with further information.
As a leading charity recruitment specialist and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality, or other protected characteristics.
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Job overview
The role will focus on growing the value of funding from large trusts and foundations globally, as well as from corporate foundations and institutional funders via consortium partnerships with larger conservation actors.
The role will oversee grant and contract management with existing organisational and institutional partnerships, as well as grow this portfolio through developing a robust pipeline of new opportunities, finding creative ways to secure visibility and first meetings, developing relationships, compelling funding applications and ensuring strong contract management oversight.
The role will lead a team of two, work collaboratively with fundraising colleagues based in the US and UK to secure visibility with and develop strong long-term partnerships with new Trusts and Foundations; and work closely with colleagues in Kenya to ensure strong project delivery and grant management. Responsibilities include:
- Lead the implementation of the Trusts & Foundations (T&Fs) programme with a particular focus on growing the portfolio of large T&Fs in the USA, UK and European markets;
 - Work with fundraising colleagues across priority markets and with communications colleagues, using innovative and proactive approaches to business development and relationship building to unlock visibility opportunities and develop relationships with new prospects; in order to develop and maintain a strong pipeline of high-value funding opportunities.
 - Continue to oversee the current ‘programme funding’ portfolio which includes existing institutional funding partnerships and corporate foundation relationships in Kenya, ensuring that ongoing and new opportunities where they exist are capitalised on.
 - Collaborate closely with and provide technical expertise to Ol Pejeta’s Project Implementation function in Kenya to develop and embed ‘programme funding’ systems, policies, processes, to ensure that the organisation works to the highest standards in grant management;
 - Oversee collaboration and co-working with Ol Pejeta’s Programme teams and other colleagues to ensure high quality project design content is translated into technical proposals and budgets for donors;
 - Work closely with Kenya’s implementation function to support strong project delivery and contract management.
 - As a Head of, actively contribute to team and department objectives through decision making and action on planning, budgeting, monitoring and reporting.
 
Key Activities
- Support the Chief Fundraising Officer with overall strategy development, implementation and adaptation;
 - Work closely with the Chief Fundraising Officer to ensure operational and budget planning, management and reporting of resources;
 - Oversee the T&F team’s operational planning processes, annual reporting and core performance monitoring;
 - Strategic coordination of multiple stakeholders in proposal development processes (programme experts, internal stakeholders, partners and donors);
 - Build strong relationships across all departments of the organisation and with existing and new partners;
 - Support the recruitment process/selection/appointment of fundraising staff across the department.
 
Strategic leadership delivery and management of Trusts and Foundations priority in the global fundraising strategy.
- Develop and implement tactics for T&Fs that support Ol Pejeta to meet its overall strategic objectives;
 - Ensure that the relevant parts of the Fundraising strategy, planning and practice is adaptive to both internal and external changes and that the team adopts innovative approaches to its work;
 - Effectively integrate T&F team objectives and outcomes into wider Ol Pejeta income targets and programme priorities.
 
Business development and management
- Proactively cultivate relationships with key prospects, donors and partners (with particular focus on US, UK and European markets);
 - Network both internally and externally to ensure relevant stakeholder participation and intelligence gathering in various fora;
 - Lead and coordinate proposal development, including budgeting, with programme teams and finance;
 - Collaborate with Ol Pejeta’s communications and marketing department to ensure communication activities appeal to donor interests, promote our partnerships and help to position Ol Pejeta as a partner of choice;
 - Research and share trends and intelligence on T&Fs, and develop relationships that strategically position the organisation to mobilise resources from new and existing donors.
 
Support effective grant & risk management and compliance
- Support the development and implementation of improved business policies to facilitate improved management of and accountability for T&F funding and other larger institutional partnerships;
 - Provide quality assurance and technical backstopping on reporting and general compliance, in line with organisational and donor requirements;
 - Guide the negotiation of strategic grants/contracts to ensure the organisation signs up to appropriate contractual requirements;
 - Advise on the interpretation and application of donor rules, regulations, processes and procedures;
 - Provide guidance and capacity building on grant cycle management to colleagues across the organisation.
 
People Management, Financial Management and Departmental contributions
- Provide inductions to staff across the organisation on T&Fs and institutional funding opportunity;
 - Build, motivate and effectively collaborate with teams remotely;
 - Conduct probationary reviews and annual performance management reviews for direct line management staff;
 - Support the Chief Fundraising Officer to have oversight of the team budget lines;
 - Work collaboratively with colleagues in the global fundraising team based in different geographical locations
 - Contribute to overall departmental processes and initiatives;
 - Act within the parameters set by the organisation on financial policies and procedures.
 
Capacity Building and Knowledge Management
- Ensure effective cross-functional collaboration to strengthen fundraising and grant management skills across the organisation;
 - Oversee the development and maintenance of information systems and tools for sharing donor policies and guidelines, funding opportunities and best practice across the organisation;
 - Keep pace with international developments and engage with other INGOs to keep abreast of opportunities and global trends in T&F fundraising.
 
Education, Language & Qualifications
- Bachelors or equivalent in a relevant field preferably Fundraising / International Development;
 - Excellent verbal and written communication with fluency in English;
 - Language skills in Swahili and German advantageous.
 
Essential Knowledge, skills and Experience
- Relevant experience working in an international NGO or philanthropy environment with diverse workforce;
 - Experience in Trusts & Foundation fundraising across international markets;
 - Demonstrated experience cultivating and managing relationships with trusts and foundation donors (or others) to secure six figure grants;
 - Substantial experience cultivating and managing donor and stakeholder relationships;
 - Exceptional interpersonal, influencing and negotiation skills with demonstrable proactivity in business development;
 - Strong technical proposal writing and budget skills;
 - Strong ability to manage staff and influence team members remotely;
 - Ability to manage and facilitate complex projects and processes;
 - Experience working on the African continent with a deep knowledge of conservation and community development;
 - Willingness to travel internationally as required;
 - Willingness to be on call for donor enquiries out of hours.
 
Desirable Knowledge, skills and Experience
- Tendering and project management experience;
 - Knowledge of conservation finance including the biodiversity credit market;
 - Personal network of contacts and relationships in T&Fs;
 - Experience in developing complex institutional funding bids;
 - Understanding of developments in alternative finance for conservation;
 
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Fundraising Manager
We are looking for an experienced and adaptable Fundraising Manager to join the team at Winning Scotland, helping to drive sustainable income growth at an exciting time for the charity.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a small, ambitious organisation that’s making a real difference to the lives of young people in Scotland.
Position: Fundraising Manager
Location: Home-based/Scotland with 5 days per month in the Edinburgh office
Salary: £45,000 per annum plus benefits including 35 days holiday (including bank holidays), life assurance, and loyalty-based rewards such as health insurance, pension top-ups, or extra leave.
Hours: Full time (we would consider a 0.8 role on a pro-rata basis)
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: Friday 7th November 2025 at 11.59pm
The Role
As Fundraising Manager, you’ll play a central role in helping Winning Scotland deliver sustainable growth by identifying and securing new income across trusts and foundations, corporate partnerships, statutory and government funding, and public sector contracts.
Working closely with programme leads and the senior leadership team, you’ll research, prioritise, and secure funding opportunities to support the charity’s ambitious growth plans over the next 2–3 years. You’ll also develop strong relationships with funders, write compelling funding applications, and provide excellent stewardship and reporting.
You’ll focus on growing income from institutional and corporate sources, while senior leaders continue to manage high-value individual donor relationships, allowing you to concentrate on developing strong pipelines and managing effective bids.
About You
You’ll be a skilled and motivated fundraiser with a solid understanding of the Scottish and wider UK funding landscape.
You’ll have:
- A proven track record of securing income from trusts, foundations, corporates and/or statutory sources
 - Strong bid-writing and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex programme work into persuasive proposals
 - Excellent relationship management and stewardship abilities
 - The capacity to work independently, manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
 
Ideally, you will also bring:
- Experience of strategic, high-value fundraising in a small or growing charity
 - An understanding of issues affecting young people and youth-focused sectors
 - Experience using design tools (e.g. Canva) to create professional proposals and reports
 - Knowledge of international funding sources such as the US and Europe
 
Why Join Us?
Winning Scotland is a charity dedicated to helping young people in Scotland build confidence, resilience, and ambition by working with the adults and systems that shape their lives.
We’re currently delivering programmes that embed growth mindset, explore the potential of AI in learning, and drive cultural change through community engagement.
With a stable financial base and committed supporters, we’re ready to scale our work—and you’ll be at the heart of making that happen. You’ll join a supportive, values-driven team with the opportunity to make a tangible impact on young people’s lives across Scotland.
Benefits include:
- 35 days paid annual leave including the eight statutory bank holidays
 - Life assurance
 - Loyalty-based rewards including health insurance, pension top-ups, or extra leave
 - Flexible working arrangements
 - Supportive and collaborative culture
 
Other roles you may have experience within Fundraising Manager, Fundraiser, Trusts and Foundations, Corporate Partnerships Manager, Corporate Fundraising Manager, Fundraising Executive, Fundraising Officer, Senior Fundraiser, Partnerships Manager, Trust and Grants Manager, Senior Fundraising Manager, etc.
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Head of Finance & Operations
We are looking for a Head of Finance & Operations to join our growing team in this flexible, remote working role (4 days per week).
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key leadership role within an organisation that is transforming environmental philanthropy across the UK.
Position: Head of Finance & Operations
Location: Remote (occasional travel to London and other UK locations)
Salary: £60,000 per annum, pro rata
Hours: 4 days a week (flexible working considered for the right candidate)
Contract: Permanent
 
Closing Date: 11:59pm on Sunday 23rd November 2025
The Role
As Head of Finance & Operations, you will play a pivotal role in leading EFN’s financial, operational, and HR functions, ensuring the organisation continues to thrive and deliver on its ambitious strategy.
Reporting to the Executive Director (ED), you will join the Leadership Team and work closely with the ED and Board of Trustees to ensure sound financial management, operational excellence, and a supportive, effective working culture.
You will:
- Lead on day-to-day financial management, including reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and audit processes
 - Oversee governance, compliance, and risk management across all areas of operations
 - Manage HR, IT, and systems to support our remote-working team
 - Drive continuous improvement in policies, processes, and internal systems (including Salesforce and Xero)
 - Provide strategic insight and deputise for the ED when required
 - Support staff development and wellbeing, ensuring a positive and inclusive organisational culture
 
This is a new role reflecting EFN’s recent growth and commitment to strengthening its operational foundations for long-term impact.
About You
We are seeking an experienced and strategic finance and operations leader who thrives in a collaborative, mission-driven environment.
You will have:
- Professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or AAT)
 - At least 7 years’ experience in financial and operational management within the charity sector
 - Strong understanding of HR, IT, risk management, and governance in small teams
 - Proven experience managing budgets, audits, and charity accounts (Xero experience ideal)
 - Excellent project management and strategic planning skills
 - Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to lead and mentor others
 - A proactive, organised, and solutions-focused approach
 
Desirable:
- Knowledge of UK charity governance and reporting requirements
 - Experience working with philanthropists, funders, or in the environmental sector
 - Interest in climate and biodiversity issues
 
Benefits Include:
- 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, pro rata
 - 7% employer pension contribution
 - Flexible working arrangements
 - Learning and development opportunities
 - Home working allowance, laptop, and IT support
 
About the Organisation
The Environmental Funders Network (EFN) is a UK-based charity dedicated to transforming environmental philanthropy. We work to increase the scale and effectiveness of environmental giving by supporting funders, sharing insight and research, and fostering collaboration across the sector.
EFN is a remote-working organisation with a UK-wide network of over 1,000 funders and 1,800 fundraisers, all committed to creating a thriving planet for future generations.
If you are passionate about supporting environmental impact through strategic finance and operational leadership, we would love to hear from you.
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Senior Individual Giving Executive
Do you believe children should feel safe, happy, healthy and have hope for their future? Because we do.
If you're looking for the next step in your fundraising career and want to join us in changing childhoods and changing lives, then read on.
We're recruiting for a Senior Individual Giving Executive to join our team for a fixed term, and manage fundraising campaigns across print, digital, telephone and other channels to raise income to help children and young people in the UK. This role offers a mixture of campaign and project management, problem solving and creative thinking.
As Senior IG Executive you will
- Run fundraising campaigns for warm and cold audiences including cash appeals and campaigns, raffle and lottery asks, regular giving and engagement pieces including newsletters and welcome journeys.
 
- Act as a mentor to junior members of the team, sharing your knowledge and experience.
 
- Support IG Managers in managing income and expenditure budgets.
 
- Work collaboratively across the department and organisation on integrated campaigns, process improvements and new projects.
 
We offer remote or hybrid working (dependent on location) for this role and are willing to discuss flexible working arrangements.
You will have experience of working in a team environment, and in delivering campaigns using a project management approach.
If this sounds like you, we would love for you to apply.
When completing your application please refer to your skills knowledge and experience in relation to the Person Specification and Job Description. This should be done with an understanding of the context of the service described.
Pay & Reward Framework
We know that our colleagues go above and beyond in delivering our vital work, driven by their passion and commitment to Barnardo's values. We also know that we can only realise our ambitions and achieve better outcomes for more children, thanks to the talent, hard work and creativity of our people.
For all these reasons, we are committed to a new approach to pay and reward, to ensure it is fair, attractive and progressive, which was rolled out in April 2023. This is a positive change for the charity, and a part of our People & Culture Strategy. It will assist us in supporting colleagues to belong, thrive and grow in their colleague journey at Barnardo's and in time will offer clear routes of progression for colleagues in both their career and their pay.
Whilst the full pay band and salary range is advertised, our approach to starting salaries is to appoint between the minimum to mid-point of the pay band – this ensures that pay steps are available to reward our colleagues annually based on their contribution to excellence and alignment to our values and behaviours. More details on Barnardo's pay framework can be found upon application.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About StreetVet
Homelessness continues to rise across the UK, and for many individuals experiencing it, their pet has been a vital and integral part of their life, often long before they lost their home. The bond between a person and their animal can be profound, offering emotional support, companionship, and a sense of purpose. For many, their pet’s wellbeing is a top priority, even in the most challenging circumstances.
Accessing veterinary care while living on the streets, sofa surfing or living in a hostel or temporary accommodation provider can be incredibly difficult. That’s where StreetVet comes in. We are an award-winning national charity and a registered veterinary practice with the RCVS, providing free, accessible vet care to pets belonging to those experiencing homelessness across the UK. Our dedicated team of volunteer veterinary professionals deliver essential services where support is needed. We take our experience out of the consulting room and onto the pavements to provide the same first opinion vet care you would expect to receive in a practice.
StreetVet also works to remove barriers to accommodation and homelessness service through our Accredited Hostel and Day Centre Scheme, which helps hostels, day centres, and hubs implement positive pet policies and become pet-inclusive. This includes free veterinary care for registered pets, staff training, essential pet supplies, and access to virtual vet consultations via our telemedicine platform. The scheme empowers hostels to welcome pet owners without forcing them to choose between a roof over their head and their beloved companion.
How Our Work Is Making a Difference
For someone experiencing homelessness, their pet can be a lifeline, offering unconditional love, emotional stability, and a reason to keep going. Many of our clients may have faced trauma, relationship breakdowns, addiction, and mental health challenges, making it difficult to build trust. StreetVet’s approach is rooted in compassion and accessibility, meeting people where they are to ensure no one is excluded from care.
Operating in more than 20 locations currently across the UK and growing each year, we provide free essential and emergency veterinary services that keep pets healthy and happy. In doing so, we nurture a bond that is healing and empowering, helping people rebuild their lives, reconnect with their communities, and move forward together with their pets.
Together with the critical support of a host of renowned organisations backing our team, StreetVet is changing the future for the pets of those experiencing homelessness who may otherwise have to go without the care they need and deserve.
Role Description
The Hostel & Day Centre Coordinator (North) will work closely with the Hostel and Day Centre Manager and the Coordinator (South) to ensure the effective administration and smooth day-to-day operations of the StreetVet Accredited Hostel & Day Centre Schemes. This role plays a key part in welcoming and onboarding new hostels and day centres into the network and supporting the ongoing engagement and success of existing partners. By fostering strong relationships with hostels, day centres, suppliers, and sponsors, the post holder will help build a connected and responsive community that ultimately supports more pets accessing hostels and day centres. Acting as a central point of contact, they will collaborate across internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure queries are addressed efficiently and support is delivered consistently. 
 
StreetVet is a small team of 15 employees and so we expect people to be highly flexible in their roles, a team player with a “can do” attitude, willing to turn their hand to anything that needs to be done. 
Please see our our Job Description attached for further details.
StreetVet is a national charity, committed to providing free vet care to the pets of people experiencing homelessness & to keep pets & owners together



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Location: Remote with travel across the UK.
About the role
It’s an exciting and important time for our charity as we work to help more people out of homelessness and poverty as part of an ambitious strategy.
The newly created role of Federation Development Lead will sit within the Partnerships and Federation Development directorate, to support the delivery of key charity and federation-wide objectives, as part of our mission to empower people affected by homelessness and poverty to change their lives for the better while using our voice to achieve social change.
The principal responsibility will be to support our ambition to become a best practice national body, responsible for leading on and supporting the development of key projects within Emmaus UK and the wider federation.
This will include providing leadership to support Emmaus communities across the UK to prepare and respond to the introduction of the Supported Housing (Regulatory Oversight) Act, you will require an understanding and commitment to best practice and legislative requirements related to the provision of supported housing, with the ability to translate regulatory requirements into user friendly support, training, guidance and policies and procedures
The role will also provide a critical role in the implementation and delivery of Emmaus UK’s ambitious plans to seek registration as a provider of social housing. You will provide the project management and technical skills required to support the successful delivery of the application process, ensuring that risk and regulatory requirements are considered and acted upon at each stage, maintaining strong communication with key stakeholders externally and across the federation.
As the Federation Development Lead, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the growth and development of the Emmaus movement within the UK, contributing to a culture of continuous improvement, and supporting the overall success of the federation. Your role will involve supporting the development and delivery of strategic plans, programme design and implementation, stakeholder management, and continuous evaluation and improvement of developed initiatives.
Working with the Director of Partnerships and Federation Development and wider Senior Leadership Team, the role will be central to the delivery of strategic objectives related to the development of the movement.
About Emmaus UK
We understand that a home is more than just a roof over your head; it’s somewhere to belong, where you feel part of a community, and that’s what Emmaus offers.
Emmaus is a unique, secular organisation supporting homeless and socially excluded people by providing a home for as long as it is needed, meaningful work in a social enterprise and a sense of belonging.
There are currently over 30 Emmaus communities across the UK, stretching from Glasgow to Dover and Norfolk to South Wales. Collectively the Emmaus federation supports more than 1,000 people with experience of homelessness.
How To apply
To apply for the role, please complete our application form and equal opportunities monitoring form and email us. The email address is in the Application Pack with applications needing to be submitted by 9am on Thursday 13th November 2025.
Please ensure you download the job pack and refer to the job description and person specification when completing your application form.
Those shortlisted will be invited to an interview conducted via Microsoft Teams on Thursday 27th November 2025. Second interviews to be held on Friday 5th December 2025.
If you would like to arrange an informal discussion about the role, please email us. Email address can be found in the Application Pack.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About HOST
HOST is a not-for-profit social enterprise dedicated to unlocking the power of people and communities to drive meaningful change. We believe that real transformation happens from the ground up — and that grassroots activists and movements are key to tackling today’s most urgent environmental and social challenges.
And we know that our partners face barriers. That they don’t always have access to the right resources, networks, or operational solutions. That’s where we come in. HOST provides the infrastructure, strategic development expertise, and tailored support they need to thrive.
We exist to make their lives easier, taking care of essential back-office responsibilities — financial, legal, and administrative — so they can get on with the difficult challenges. And we offer strategic guidance to help them build momentum, strengthen their impact, and sustain their work for the long term.
In the face of an ever-changing world of systemic challenges, we strive to create meaningful connections and support shared progress — so our work is rooted in collaboration, inclusivity, and trust. Together, we enable the people and projects driving change to navigate complexities, overcome barriers, and make a lasting impact for a more just and equitable future.
Since 2020, we’ve supported over 350 changemakers in more than 90 countries. Because we believe in doing the right thing, acting with urgency, and working alongside change-makers to create a better world.
About the Role
As Partnerships Manager: Changemakers, you’ll lead the team that supports HOST’s global community of hosted partners (HPs). You’ll oversee all Community Support activity, ensuring partners receive the clear, responsive, and values-led service that enables them to focus on making change happen.
This role sits at the heart of the Partnership Management Circle. You’ll manage a small, high-performing team of Community Support Leads, coordinate cross-team development projects, and ensure that systems, processes, and communications evolve in step with the growing needs of our hosted partners.
Core Responsibilities
1. Leadership and Management
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Line manage the Community Support Team, providing coaching, direction, and performance feedback.
 
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Oversee delivery of all Community Support activities, ensuring consistency, quality, and alignment with HOST’s mission and tone of voice.
 
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Coordinate cross-team projects that strengthen HOST’s service offer and internal collaboration.
 
2. Hosted Partner Experience and Development
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Lead the design and delivery of the Hosted Partner Journey, from onboarding to exit.
 
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Oversee the production of guides, FAQs, and templates that improve hosted partner understanding and experience.
 
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Manage complex partner queries and ensure appropriate resolution in collaboration with Legal, Finance, and Operations.
 
3. Systems, Processes, and SOPs
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Develop and maintain all Community Support SOPs.
 
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Support the development and testing of HOSTHub features relevant to Project Hosting.
 
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Work with the Tech and Operations teams to improve efficiency and automation.
 
4. Risk and Compliance
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Lead risk identification, screening, and management for Hosted Partners.
 
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Work closely with the Legal Circle on legal requests, contract amendments, and risk escalations.
 
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Maintain accurate documentation of risk assessments and resolutions.
 
5. Pricing, Performance and Development
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Set and manage pricing within the approved HOST fee range.
 
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Track and analyse key performance indicators (KPIs) with support from the Data Analyst.
 
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Lead annual Project Hosting service reviews and contribute to continuous improvement.
 
6. Collaboration and Communications
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Work with Communications to deliver partner-facing materials, including the Project Hosting Bulletin.
 
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Ensure all partner resources reflect HOST’s empowering, expert, and empathetic tone.
 
Required Experience
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5+ years' experience in operations, partnerships, or programme delivery within a not-for-profit, social enterprise, or international NGO.
 
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3+ years' experience managing partner or client relationships, ideally across multiple regions or cultures.
 
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2+ years' experience leading and developing a small team, including setting goals, coaching, and performance management.
 
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Confident managing systems, workflows, and digital tools (such as ClickUp, Zendesk, Jotform, or CRM platforms).
 
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Proven ability to coordinate across departments and disciplines to resolve complex partner or client issues.
 
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Experience designing, documenting, and improving organisational processes or SOPs to drive efficiency.
 
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Strong analytical and reporting skills, with the ability to interpret data and translate insights into service or system improvements.
 
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to represent HOST’s tone and values in partner-facing communications.
 
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Demonstrated organisational and problem-solving skills, with a track record of meeting deadlines in fast-moving, distributed teams.
 
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Confident working independently in a remote, cross-cultural environment, with strong self-management and collaboration skills.
 
At HOST, we believe change starts with people who care.
If you’re passionate about building systems that help others thrive — and want to play a key role in supporting changemakers around the world — we’d love to hear from you.
We believe in the power of people to do extraordinary things. Our mission is to host the world's change-makers, enabling climate and social action.
About Adolescent Health Study
The Adolescent Health Study (AHS) is an ambitious new UKRI-funded initiative to establish a prospective, longitudinal population study that will generate a globally leading open science data platform and research resource. AHS aims to recruit at least 100,000 young people from across the UK and to follow their mental and physical health and wellbeing over at least 10 years. It plans to collect data through questions and measures; to obtain bio-samples for a wide range of genomic and other high-throughput assays; and to capture linked data relevant to health and wellbeing from participants’ health, education and other administrative records. There will be a strong emphasis on engaging with and involving young people, schools, parents and other relevant stakeholders in the design and delivery of the study, as well as on including young people that represent as wide as possible a range of backgrounds, experiences and characteristics. AHS will focus on enabling a wide range of research, including studies of the critical biological and social developments that occur during the transition from childhood to adulthood and the determinants of both mental and physical health and wellbeing in adolescents and young adults.
Purpose of the post
The Finance Manager will play a pivotal role in ensuring the financial health and sustainability of the organisation. Reporting to the Head of Business Operations, the postholder will oversee all financial operations, providing strategic insights to inform decision-making and ensuring compliance with financial regulations and best practices.
This role is integral to supporting the organisation’s mission of advancing health research through effective financial stewardship, and it offers an exciting opportunity for a motivated and experienced finance professional to make a significant contribution within a mission-driven organisation.
Main responsibilities
Financial Strategy and Planning
• Develop and implement robust financial strategies to support the organisation’s strategic goals.
• Prepare and monitor budgets, forecasts, and financial plans, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives.
• Support procurement and commercial processes, ensuring value for money and delivery assurance.
Financial Management, Reporting and Regulatory Compliance
• Oversee day-to-day financial operations, including accounts payable, receivable, and cash flow management.
• Prepare accurate and timely financial reports for the executive team, Trustees and external stakeholders.
• Lead the preparation of annual accounts and coordinate with external auditors, specifically in relation to Companies House and Charities Commission obligations.
Stakeholder engagement
• Work closely with workstream leads to provide financial advice and insights that guide strategic decisions.
• Collaborate with external funders, grant providers, and other stakeholders to ensure transparent financial management.
Process improvement
• Identify and implement improvements to financial systems, processes and tools, to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
Knowledge, skills and experience
- Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent.
 - Proven experience in independent financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
 - Strong understanding of financial regulations and compliance requirements in the UK, specifically in relation to not-for-profit, charitable and research organisations.
 - Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data.
 - Advanced proficiency in financial software and Excel.
 - Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with non-finance stakeholders.
 - Experience of working in a health and/or data research environment.
 - Familiarity with grant management and reporting requirements.
 - Knowledge of financial systems, implementation and optimisation.
 - Experience in developing financial strategies within a growing organisation.
 - Experience of modelling operational costs to support decision making and delivery.
 - Excellent organisational and time management skills with the proven ability to prioritise and, at times under pressure, produce accurate work to deadlines.
 
Desirable criteria
- Experience of working in an organisation in its infancy or a start-up.
 - Understanding and experience of using project management tools and techniques.
 - Understanding and experience of procurement of good and services in a health and/or data research environment.
 
Dimensions
- This is expected to be a full-time post however AHS would consider applicants looking for part-time opportunities.
 - AHS is a national organisation, and our activities take place across the UK.
 - Flexible working will be required across several geographical locations in the UK.
 
Application Process
This post is subject to receipt of satisfactory references and the post holder having the right to work in the UK (visa sponsorship is not available). Please apply online with a CV and a covering letter (of no more than two pages) explaining what you can bring to this role, your preferred working hours (FTE or PTE) and including your current salary.
The closing date for this position is midnight on Sunday 23 November 2025.
Interviews are currently expected to be held during the week commencing 15 December 2025.
Equal Opportunities Policy Statement
AHS is an equal opportunities employer, and as such aims to treat all employees, consultants and applicants fairly. AHS is an equal opportunities employer, and as such aims to treat all employees, consultants and applicants fairly. It is our policy to provide employment equality to all, irrespective of age, disability, gender identity or expression, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
Beyond these protected characteristics, we acknowledge the importance of socio-economic background, childcare and caring responsibilities, educational background, neurodiversity, and any other factors that shape an individual’s identity and opportunities. We strive to create an environment where all colleagues feel valued, supported, and able to contribute fully.
Values
It is an exciting time for the Adolescent Health Study (AHS) as we establish our senior leadership team in 2025. As the senior executive team evolves, the AHS values will be grounded in inclusivity, integrity, accountability, and collaboration.
The Charity and the Vision.
For over 15 years, Scotty's Little Soldiers has been supporting children and young people who have been bereaved of a parent who served in the British Armed Forces. We are about to embark on an exciting journey which will see the charity evolve to support anyone affected by a military-connected bereavement and ultimately empower a community of more than 25,000 bereaved individuals and their families by 2035.
Founded in 2010 by Nikki Scott following the death of her husband, Corporal Lee Scott, the charity currently offers a unique blend of emotional, practical, and educational support to over 750 young people.
We are proud of our vibrant, non-traditional culture, which puts the needs of bereaved children and young people at the heart of everything we do. We embrace innovative approaches, are committed to creating smiles and believe in the power of community, resilience, and connection.
Role Mission:
To be at the heart of planning, promoting and delivering diverse, exciting, and high-impact events that will engage supporters, create bonding opportunities for families, and connect our team.
This role will be accountable for:
Supporting the event owner in the successful planning and execution of all events across the charity, including the Families, Supporter and Operations Teams at Scotty's. This will include developing, promoting and delivering a range of events that align with our mission and values, drives supporter engagement, cultivates opportunities for our families to bond, and provides team collaboration.
What are the 3-month goals for this role:
· Can articulate the charity’s goals, culture, and impact, and how the Events Manager role supports this to happen.
· Has a good understanding of the events plans for each team and the upcoming and year to view calendar of events.
· Establish initial contact with key stakeholders, including team members, partners, and supporters.
What are the 6-month goals for this role:
· Conduct an audit of current event plans and materials and speak with at current partners for feedback and learnings.
· Develop a comprehensive event strategy, outlining key tactics, timelines, and performance metrics.
· Identify and qualify suitable venues for upcoming events, ensuring they align with the charity's mission and values
· Establish success measures and key performance indicators (KPIs), analyse event results, and identify areas for improvement.
What are the 9-month goals for this role:
· Improve specific performance metrics, such as event budget management, event marketing effectiveness, and attendee satisfaction within the first nine months.
· Develop a comprehensive event strategy, outlining key tactics, timelines, and performance metrics.
· Track success measures and key performance indicators (KPIs), analyse event results, and identify areas for improvement.
What are the key responsibilities of this role:
- Develop and implement event plans with clear deadlines, ensuring all tasks are completed on time and within budget.
 - Coordinate with our partners and suppliers, ensuring required service levels are met.
 - Identify and secure suitable venues that align with the event's theme and requirements.
 - Negotiate with venues to obtain the best deals, ensuring cost-effectiveness without compromising on quality.
 - Arrange catering services that meet the dietary needs and preferences of attendees.
 - Book travel and accommodation for team members, families and other guests as needed, ensuring comfort and convenience.
 - Assist with communications and marketing efforts to promote events and increase attendance.
 - Manage event setup and takedown, ensuring all elements are in place and the venue is left in good condition.
 - Oversee the design, sourcing, ordering, and delivery of branded materials (e.g., welcome packs, T-shirts, banners) to enhance the event experience.
 - Write accurate risk assessments and ensure event safety, particularly for children, by identifying potential hazards and implementing preventive measures.
 - Accountability for health and safety compliance at events, adhering to legal requirements and best practices.
 - Implement appropriate safeguarding measures at events attended by families, ensuring the safety and well-being of all participants.
 - Coordinate event activities, ensuring they run smoothly and according to schedule.
 - Arrange and facilitate pre- and post-event meetings (e.g., briefings, wash-ups, debriefs) to ensure all team members are informed and any issues are addressed.
 - Adhere to budget constraints set by the Event Owner, ensuring all expenses are accounted for and within limits.
 - Provide appropriate updates to the Event Owner and team members accordingly.
 
What we’re looking for:
- Friendly, enthusiastic and socially-focused – outgoing, warm and friendly, you quickly connect with others and build effective working relationships.
 - A motivating and persuasive communicator – your communication style will provide the information needed in an informal manner.
 - You thrive working in a busy environment on multiple priorities simultaneously – results-oriented and a fast learner, you respond quickly to pressure and a changing environment.
 - Confident use of technology – you have strong attention to detail, are comfortable working with data, and produce high quality accurate work.
 
Skillset and Experiences Required:
Essential
· You’ll have a proven background in event management.
· Proven ability to build rapport and influence key decision-makers.
· Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring effective execution.
· Passion for developing innovative fundraising initiatives.
· Self-motivated and positive. Thriving in independent work environments while remaining committed to team goals.
· You’ll have a proven background in event management, ideally within the charity sector.
· Excellent organisational skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels. A strong understanding of health and safety, and fundraising legislation.
· Planning, coordinating, and executing all aspects of fundraising events, including venue selection, logistics, budgeting, and marketing.
· Managing event timelines, budgets, and vendor relationships to ensure seamless execution and cost-effectiveness.
· Developing and implementing strategies to maximise event attendance and fundraising revenue.
Desirable
· Knowledge or experience of or with the military community.
· Events Management experience within the charity sector.
Additional Information
· The role may require evening or weekend work
· Enhanced DBS check required
· Travel will be required to events and team training days
The Scotty’s Way
At Scotty’s, our personal performance is only 50% of what success looks like. Our culture is equally important. When you join our team, you sign up to The Scotty’s Way, rooted in our four core values:
1. Families Come First
2. Everyone a Supporter, Every Supporter a VIP
3. Love What You Do
4. Remember, Every Day
Our values are further supported by our four non-negotiable behaviours of Show Respect, Speak Up, Embrace Change and Actively Collaborate. We are looking for an individual who embodies these values and behaviours.
Thank you for your interest in joining our team, we are an equal opportunities employer, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are treated with respect and given equal opportunities for employment and advancement. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability or any other protected characteristic.
We encourage all qualified individuals to apply for employment within our charity and we are dedicated to providing a fair and inclusive recruitment process for all candidates.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
                
                
                
                
                
                
                
                
                
                
                
                
                
                
                        
                        
                        
                        
                        
                        
                        
