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This is an exciting opportunity to join the membership team at Kew at a time of growth, and this role is at the heart of the action. This role is responsible for seeking out new opportunities for growth across all membership income streams (acquisition, retention, gift aid, secondary spend, donations) and is responsible for developing and implementing new initiatives to reach ambitious growth targets.

This is a great opportunity to work in a successful and well-established membership scheme, bringing innovation and test-and-learn approaches into our long-term planning. 

The successful candidate will have significant experience working at a manager level in a membership environment and will be familiar with the principles of running successful acquisition and retention initiatives. They will be an astute income generator with proven experience in achieving commercial outcomes.

They will be a strong project manager with experience working in complex environments and managing multiple stakeholders, as well as having strong analytical skills – being able to bring data to life to provide meaningful insights to help guide us in making good decisions on which initiatives will generate strongest growth.

First Interview: 28th May 2025

Second Interview: 4th June 2025

This role is based at Kew with the option of regular home working, subject to operational requirements.

About Us

The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew (RBG Kew) is a leading plant science institute, UNESCO World Heritage Site, and major visitor attraction. Our mission is to understand and protect plants and fungi for the well-being of people and the future of all life on Earth.

We are working to end the unprecedented extinction crisis and to help create a world where nature is protected, valued by all and managed sustainably. We will achieve these goals by drawing on our leading scientific research, unrivalled collections of plants and fungi, global network of partners, inspirational gardens at Kew and Wakehurst, and our 260 years of history.

Join us on our journey as protectors of the world’s plants and fungi. 

Our fantastic benefits package includes opportunities for continuous learning, a generous annual leave entitlement, flexible working to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance, an Employee Assistance Programme and other wellbeing support such as cycle to work scheme and discounted gym membership. We also offer a competitive pension, an employee discount scheme and free entry into a wide range of national museums and galleries, as well as access to our own beautiful gardens at Kew and Wakehurst.

We are dedicated to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to interview disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post.

No agencies please.

ID: 1449 Social Media Manager

Service: Digital Marketing 

Salary: Grade 4 point 29: starting at £36,842 – raising to £41,106 per annum + £480 home working allowance 

Location: Homebased

Hours: Full time 37 hours per week 

We offer flexible working arrangements - please see below for more details. 

Contract: Permanent

Family Action & the Role’s Impact:

Family Action is a national charity that supports people through change, challenge and crisis across England and Wales. On 1st January 2025, Relate, the largest provider of relationship support, joined the organisation helping us reach even more people and support the creation of secure foundations for children and young people, and safe, supportive relationships for all.

For over 150 years Family Action has seen first-hand the power of family and relationships to shape lives, for better or worse. That's why we speak up for the importance of family in national and local policymaking, amplify family voices and represent the changing needs of families in the UK today. 

Whatever family means or looks like to us, it's relationships that matter. With Relate at Family Action, we are able to extend the support we provide with counselling, information, mediation and support to individuals, couples and families from all backgrounds and sexualities, as well as provide expert training for relationship support practitioners.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead our social media team and help strategically shape the role of paid and organic social across Family Action’s channels, including those under the Relate brand. You will manage a team of two Social Media Executives and drive brand awareness, income generation and service marketing whilst also providing strategic insight around wider external engagement activity. 

Main Responsibilities (for details check the job description and person specification):

• Lead on the development and delivery of paid and organic social media activity across both Family Action and Relate brands.

• Refine Family Action’s social media strategy in line with key brand, income generation and service marketing objectives 

• Work with the Head of Digital Marketing and Senior Social Media Executive to develop a paid social and sales strategy to drive purchases of services and toolkits from Relate

• Lead on the development and delivery of sophisticated Meta and LinkedIn ad campaigns at each stage of the donation/purchase funnel ie. awareness, interest, conversion

• Line manage a team of two Social Media Executives responsible for the day to day management of both Relate and Family Action channels, and supporting local services and retail shops with their use of social media.

Main Requirements (for details check the job description and person specification):

• Extensive experience of strategically managing and developing social media channels for a large organisation/group/brand.

• Significant experience of developing successful paid social media campaigns for a range of business objectives including to drive income generation 

• Excellent copywriting skills and the ability to write powerfully and succinctly for different objectives, audiences and channels.

• Excellent creative skills and the ability to recognise effective imagery, and stock photography and video.

• Experience of line management and/or mentoring a junior member of the team.

Benefits: 

- an annual paid leave entitlement of 30 working days plus bank holidays

- up to 6% matched-pension contributions

- flexible working arrangements and new starters have the right to make flexible working requests from day one of employment

- enhanced paid sick leave and paid family leave provisions

- eye care and winter flu jabs vouchers

- cycle to work scheme

- investing in your professional development with ongoing quality training and career development opportunities

We are forward looking, ambitious and committed to continuous improvement. We are a people focused, can-do organisation, which strives for excellence in all we do and operates with mutual respect.

To Apply:

• Click the “Apply Now” link below and fill out our digital application form

• Closing Date: Sunday 1st June at 23:59

• To learn more about Family Action: Careers

Interviews are scheduled to take place virtually on 9th and 10th June 2025.

For direct queries or if you would like to discuss any aspect of the selection process or flexible working requests, please email: Matthew Dennis (full email address available on the advert document)

We about reserve the right to close the role early if we find suitable candidates.

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion:

We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may need during the recruitment process and you will be asked whether you require any adjustments if shortlisted for interview. We also make reasonable adjustments on the job, where required.

We are committed to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion in all that we do and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Intersectionality is important to us and we particularly welcome applications from ethnically diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ candidates and disabled candidates because we are committed to increasing the representation of these groups at Family Action. We know that greater diversity will lead to even greater results for families and children and strive for our workforce to be truly representative of the diverse communities we support. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role, and will reimburse your travel cost if you attend an interview.

Prostate Cancer Research exists to honour the men and families who have been through things no family should have to go through, and to work for a future where no one needs to fear a prostate cancer diagnosis. 

We are always working to provide resources to help, support and empower patients. Giving them the information they need to make better choices about their treatment, while working to identify and target specific unmet needs in the prostate cancer ecosystem, such as racial inequality and bone metastasis.

Our dedicated staff team is the key to our success, expanding the amount of research that we fund five times over in four years. PCR has been shortlisted for an Impact Prize and won the Change Project of the year award in 2023

The Events & Community Manager role is a new position, created to give the attention and expertise needed to our large and profitable portfolio of virtual challenge events, which have collectively raised over £1m gross income per year for two years. It is a crucial role within the team, overseeing the innovation, planning and delivery of all virtual challenges. You will work with colleagues accross the organisation to seize opportunities, whilst ensuring best practice in our fundraising activity and infastructure, delivering brilliant stewardship during supporters participation in the virtual events and beyond. 

The position reports to the Head of Events & Community, and will line manage one Events & Community Executive. Collaboration will be important, especially with the senior Events team managers who lead the innovation, planning and delivery of third party and PCR owned bespoke events. 

Key Responsibilities

Strategy, Project Management and Income Growth

• Lead the strategy to maximise the value of PCR's virtual challenge events portfolio, working with the Head of E&C and others to take a long-term view, building on existing foundations to grow and maintain a sustainable income stream
• Oversee the project management of PCR's Facebook Challenges in the UK, leading end-to-end planning and delivery with the support of the E&C executives to hit ambition fundraising targets
• Design and deliver ambitious fundraising budgets for your projects which contribute net income towards PCR's lifesaving mission
• Create and maintain good relationships with suppliers, venues, agencies and consultants to ensure great value
• Oversee the stewardship of fundraisers taking part in virtual challenge events, gaining a solid understanding of the audience, ensuring supporter journeys are relevent and engaging and using feedback to continually develop positive experiences for supporters
• Work with other events team managers to contibute to the planning and delivery of other activity areas, including third-party challenges

Product Development and Innovation

• Continue to grow and improve PCR's Facebook Challenge portfolio, staying up to date with sector trends and opportunities for new journeys, suppliers, propositions and tools, taking a test and learn approach and always ensuring that learnings are captured. For this, there will be realistic budgets and an understanding of the investment needed for new ideas
• Develop approaches to engage supporters beyone their initial participations, working with Public Fundrasing colleagues and others to test cross-selling journeys and maximise the lifetime value of virtual event fundraisers
• Work with other team members to improve other areas of social and virtual fundraising (e.g. non-challenge fundraising on Meta), ensuring all supporters are stewarded and income generaltion opportunities are seized upon
• Maintain a strong level of understanding of PCR's existing (and target) supporters in order to create and implement products & stewardship that motivate and inspire.
• Alongside the Head of E&C and other Events team managers, embed a culture of innovation and supporter insight
• Proactively collaborate internally, working with other teams to identify opportunities which meet PCR's objectives
• Be proactive in your personal development & look for opportunities to learn - with support from your manager

Team leadership

• Line manage one Events & Community Executive, overseeing their work, guiding them to improve & innovate in their role, and supporting their professional development
• Work with the other Events team managers to support (and where appropriate take a lead on) the development of processes and infrastructure in order to improve efficiency, compliance and best practice across the team
• Work closely with the Head of E&C and the other Events team managers on team strategy and capacity planning
• Work with the team to embed our agile ways of working, modelling the principle that we all take collective responsibility for the team's shared goals
• Attend and contribute to meetings, sharing new ideas and learnings that might be useful for the wider team
• Work with the Head of E&C and other Events team managers to embed and model PCR's organisational values: innovation, collaboration, accountability and championing the patient voice

As with everyone in the the Public Fundraising department, you may also get involved with other projects and tasks as appropriate to support all our activities. 

Attendance may be required at some weekend and evening events, for which TOIL will be given. 

Skills and Competencies

Some of the key attributes of the Events & Community Manager will be:

• A willingness to get stuck in, proactive attitude and eagerness to learn
• Confident event and project management skills, including end-to-end planning, budgeting & results tracking
• An understanding and (ideally) experience of large-scale virtual challenge events or similar peer-to-peer fundraising activity
• The ability to see opportunities and drive progress in existing events - and finding our next successful ones!
• An understanding of good line management practice and the ability to take a leadership role within the team 
• A strong sense of personal accountability.
• Excellent organisational skills and an ability to juggle multiple competing priorities/ projects, identifying the most valuable use of your time
• Great communication and stakeholder management skills
• The ability to motivate and inspire a range of audiences through relationship building and storytelling
• Good attention to detail and IT Skills
• A strong belief in the work we do at PCR and committed to PCR's values

How to Apply 

Please submit your CV and a cover letter explaining why you feel you would be a good fit for the role.

The closing date for applications is the 7th of May and interviews will be held on the 13th and 14th of May. 

For more information about our organisation, visit the Prostate Cancer Research website, The Prostate Progress webpage, and the PCR online patient resource, The Infopool. 

PCR is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. 

Applications close 23:30 on 13th May with online interviews scheduled for w/c 19th May. Successful candidates may be invited to second round interviews in person at our London office w/c 26th May.

Summary

We are looking to appoint a new Procurement Category Manager to lead the delivery of indirect category strategy, governance, and policies, and deliver significant value through market-specific strategic sourcing initiatives and supplier relationship management.

Procurement operates as a shared services function within the Finance Department, working collaboratively across the National Centres of Innovation (NCIs) to provide a comprehensive and cost-effective finance service. We are actively building a dedicated Procurement team to deliver value for money, enhance supplier and contract management, and implement a coordinated, best-practice approach to procurement.

• Procurement Strategy
• Developing policies and processes
• Leading key procurement activity
• Reporting and compliance

• Broad experience of indirect procurement across Professional Services and IT Categories
• Confident and skilled in manipulating, analysing and interpreting large sets of data using Microsoft Excel.
• Experience in using e-procurement/purchase-to-pay (P2P) systems.
• Experience in project management and familiarity with recognised project management approaches (Essential).
• MCPIS qualified and has a good knowledge of contract law.
• Prince2 Certification or significant experience in running large-scale projects within a recognised framework (Desirable).

• A salary of £59,248 per annum, plus age-related pension contributions between 8-15% of salary. We will also match any pension contributions you make up to an additional 3% of your salary.

• 25 days annual leave (increasing to 30 days within 5 years) plus eight bank holidays and three additional days (pro-rated if working part-time).
• We welcome all flexible working arrangement requests. This is looked at in a case-by-case scenario and if this fits within the department's needs. We try to be as flexible as we can in your work pattern to support you with other commitments, and to give a good work-life balance.
• We offer many services and initiatives under our Family Friendly Programme, some of these include enhanced Maternity Leave initiative, Adoption Leave, Paternity Leave, & Shared Parental Leave. Structured induction programme and access to a range of development opportunities including apprenticeships.
• Automatic enrolment and access to Medicash (one of the UK's leading health cash plan providers), providing you with many services including reimbursements of routine dental treatment, optical, specialist consultations, and therapy treatments. Unlimited access to virtual GP & Private prescription service and health & Stress related helplines.
• Access to Occupational Health, and an Employee Assistance Programme 
• Access to the Department of Education Restaurant and Westminster Abbey with a plus-one guest.
• Apply for eligibility for an Eyecare voucher.
• Opportunity to join the Civil Service Sports & Social Club, and get involved in a range of staff networks, groups and societies.

Job Overall Goal: The Event Manager plays a key role in planning, organising, and executing impactful programs and events that align with the charity’s objectives. Under the direction of the Global Programs Manager, this role ensures that each event is delivered on time, within budget and to a high standard.

Job Location: Remote working. The ability for on-site meetings at offices based in Eastbourne (BN21) or Milton Keynes (MK19) on an ad-hoc basis. The role requires occasional travel to support program delivery at events.

Hours: Up to full-time: (37.5 hours: Monday–Friday).

Overview

The Maclellan Giving Together Foundation’s global engagement has reached a new season. As a Global Programs team, we roll out key initiatives across the globe that focus on equipping local ministries and releasing local resources to foster sustainable Kingdom growth. We also provide UK strategic grants that engage the church and para-church organisations. This is a dynamic, high-impact role, ideal for someone who is highly organised, relational and passionate about seeing the Kingdom flourish globally.

Job Summary: 

The Event Manager will be responsible for end-to-end event coordination and administration, supporting global programs through strategic planning, logistical execution, and project-based collaboration. Collaborating with the Global Programs team to provide insights and recommendations for improvements. The Maclellan Foundation’s comprehensive global programme and event initiatives include: 

• Giving Together events 
• Learning Communities 
• Programmes that serve the global church and para-church organisations for sustainable Kingdom growth 
• Programmes that serve Christian donors in deepening generosity and giving.

This individual must thrive in a fast-paced environment, be confident in managing multiple priorities, and bring creative problem-solving to each event.

Key Responsibilities:

• Programme Coordination: Plan and coordinate multiple programmes to ensure key milestones are met with excellence.
• Written Communications: Draft, edit, and format professional correspondence, communications, presentations, and materials.
• Pre-event Organisation: Collaborate with external designers and stakeholders to ensure event assets/documentation are created and delivered on time.
• Registration & Booking: Manage delegate booking systems and registration processes, ensuring accuracy and a smooth experience for all participants.
• Database Management: Maintain and regularly update relevant databases to ensure data integrity and accessibility.
• Project Management: Ensure events are executed excellently from initial conception, registration and contracting to delivery.
• Stakeholder Management: Deliver prompt and professional support to attendees and stakeholders via phone and email.
• Research & Reporting: Conduct research, gather and analyse data, and prepare clear reports and documentation to support event planning and evaluation.
• Scheduling & Travel: Manage calendars, appointments, and travel arrangements as needed.
• Operational Improvement: Continually review administrative/management processes and suggest or implement improvements for greater efficiency.
• Administrative Support: Provide administrative support, including tasks related to all programmes and events.
• Onsite Event Management: Event set-up, provide logistical support, and ensure excellent delegate care throughout the event.
• Budget & Expenses: Process expenses and support budget tracking in collaboration with the Global Programs Manager.
• Online Oversight: Ensure online platforms reflect accurate and current event-related content.
• Any other related activities as directed.

Occupational Requirement

The candidate must have an active Christian faith.

Because The Maclellan Giving Together Foundation supports the Christian sector, the nature of the work requires that this post holder has an active faith in Jesus under the Equality Act 2010, Part 1, Schedule 9.

Experience

• Have experience in a church, charity or professional environment (Essential)
• Strong understanding of and commitment to the Foundation’s mission (Essential)
• Experience in event and project management, with a strong attention to detail (Essential)
• Has an understanding of the Church landscape (Essential)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) (Essential)
• Professional in appearance and a desire to constantly improve and grow (Essential)
• Knowledge of standard office administrative practices and procedures (Essential)
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, with strong interpersonal skills (Essential)
• Willingness to be flexible in their working hours with occasional travel and overnight stays (Essential).
• Experience working across geographical boundaries (Desirable)

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience. (Essential)
• Technical Skills: Familiarity with event/project management software and managing budgets (Desirable)

Benefits

• This is up to a full-time position (Monday-Friday).
• Start as soon as possible.
• Permanent position offered subject to a successful 6-month probationary period.
• Salary £30-36K, depending on previous experience
• Holiday entitlement is 20 days pro rata, per annum (plus bank and statutory holidays and 3 days Christmas closing).
• Pension contributions via auto-enrolment to NEST
• Occasional evening and weekend work may be required for event support

Elrha is a global organisation that finds solutions to complex humanitarian problems through research and innovation. We are looking for a Senior Innovation Manager (Scale) to join our Humanitarian Innovation Fund (HIF) team on a fixed-term contract until 31 March 2026. 

In this role you will ensure high-quality, impactful innovation delivery while positioning Elrha as a global leader in humanitarian innovation. You will be responsible for the provision of strategic technical insights in the design and delivery of focused innovation initiatives and drive the strategic development and integration of innovation methods across our work.

If you have substantial experience in innovation delivery and practice, with a focus on impact, we are keen to hear from you. We welcome applicants with development, social and humanitarian innovation experience.

Your application will need to demonstrate: 

• Substantial experience in innovation delivery and practice roles, including leading the design and delivery of innovation programmes with a focus on impact at scale. 
• Deep technical knowledge of innovation theory and practice, specially including the area of scaling of innovation 
• Proven understanding of the humanitarian and/or development system, including the challenges and key stakeholders within the sector(s) 
• Excellent representation skills, including extensive experience facilitating workshops, speaking at events/meetings, and communicating effectively in a range of formats 
• Track record of published research, guidance and tools on innovation theory and practice (academic and/or grey literature) 
• An interest in the humanitarian or development sectors, ideally demonstrated through academic qualifications and/or paid or voluntary work.

Experience of working with grant making processes and systems would also be an advantage. 

If you want to be part of an organisation that creates positive change in the humanitarian sector, then join us and we'll give you every opportunity to succeed.   

We offer: 

• Remote working as standard – staff can access office bases in London, Cardiff, Edinburgh and Manchester if required/ appropriate. We expect staff to attend team meetings and away days in person as required. 
• As standard we work 35 hours per week. We are also happy to discuss flexible working patterns and many of our staff work non-standard working hours. 
• Our benefits include minimum 5% employer pension contribution (3% employee contribution), life cover, organisational sick pay, family friendly pay and leave schemes; 26-day basic annual leave entitlement with incremental increase depending on length of service (plus bank holidays), opportunities for learning and development, a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and retail discounts platform. 
• Please read through the Information for Candidates document for further information about working at Elrha including information about Our Values, Strategy, Benefits and Salaries. 

Note for applicants: 

• Candidates must have the independent right to work in UK, and be resident in the UK, at the time of appointment as we are unable to support visa sponsorship for this role. 
• Please read through the job description for a detailed list of requirements, and ensure you complete the personal statement to explain how you feel you meet the requirements of the role and why you feel this is next career move for you. Applications without this information will not be shortlisted. 
• Elrha is an independent subsidiary of SCUK and benefits from some SCUK systems and processes. 
• We reserve the right to close the advert early should we receive a very high volume of applications. 
• We do not use recruitment agencies. 

Closing date: 11:59am Thursday 8 May 2025 
Interview date: Thursday 22 May 2025 

Are you passionate about creating impactful events and driving fundraising success? We're looking for an Events Manager, to develop and deliver innovative products and propositions that engage and mobilise individuals to fundraise for BHF.

As the Event Manager, you will oversee the development and end-to-end delivery of our product portfolio. This includes planning, marketing, the online journey, stewardship, on-the-day delivery, and evaluation.

Key areas of focus: 

• AJ Bell Great Run Series Partnership (60%):
  • Lead the delivery of BHF's official charity partnership with the AJ Bell Great Run Series 2025.
  • Collaborate with AJ Bell, Great Runs Company, and BHF teams to maximise fundraising, brand visibility, and PR opportunities.
• Virtual and Mass Participation Growth (40%):
  • Support the Product Delivery Team in driving growth and innovation.
  • Work with the Senior Product Manager to develop new products and enhance the existing portfolio.
  • Focus on product optimisation, life cycle management, exit strategies, and new product development to maximise ROI.

You'll effectively collaborate with other expert functions across the organisation is to ensure that activities are well planned, and project managed to meet/exceed financial and non-financial targets.

About you

As our ideal candidate, you bring experience of strategically developing and delivering mass participation events and activities to achieve growth ideally within a fundraising capacity.

With an excellent understanding of marketing techniques (especially digital) and knowledge of a broad range of innovative fundraising activities and principles, you have experience of managing and developing a diverse product portfolio. Using customer, market and financial data and insight you can make decisions to drive long term growth.

A strategic thinker with expertise managing commercial projects who can achieve objectives through analytical insights. You are agile and responsive to both internal and external factors with a knowledge of new and emerging technologies and trends in the events fundraising space. You also have the ability to interpret customer, market and financial data and insight to inform recommendations.

An excellent communicator and project manager, comfortable with juggling multiple, often conflicting priorities you'll work in matrix style across two key areas of the team.

Working arrangements

This is a 12-month fixed term contract. 
 
This is a blended role, where your work will be dual located between your home and our London office.

At BHF we believe in the power of being together, so our colleagues on hybrid contracts can expect to spend some time in their office, at least one day each week, on average. 

This position involves travel throughout the UK and occasional weekend working for event delivery (approximately 5 weekends per year). Time Off In Lieu (TOIL) will be provided for weekend work.

Interview process

Interviews may be be held over Microsoft Teams and are planned for 3rd and 4th June 2025. 

How to apply 

It’s quick and easy to apply for a role at the BHF. Just click on the apply button below to be redirected to our career site. All you’ll need is an up-to-date CV and a supporting statement, outlining your interest in the role and how you meet the role’s criteria.

The 2021 Census shows that around 36% of Camden’s households are now made up of private renters, and in the Haverstock and Primrose Hill wards, where this project will operate, it’s 27% and 35% respectively. This group of residents is often unaware of what services are out there to help them, where they are located, and how they access them.

This new role has been created to outreach and engage with private renters in the 2 wards specified and it will also include information production, dissemination and project management work. The worker will set up the project and is the key person in ensuring the smooth delivery of it in line with its stated aims and objectives.

Please note: You will need to be based in/around London for this role as it involves work within specific locations in the London Borough of Camden and is not suitable for home working or long distance travelling.

Please also note: Interviews are scheduled to take place on Thursday 12th June

Project management:

1. To plan and deliver the project to all agreed deadlines, milestones and targets

2. To manage the project budget in liaison with CFPT’s Assistant Organiser

3. To gather and record all relevant data and statistics relating to the project

4. To monitor the performance of the project using the methods, format and frequency agreed with the funder

5. To prepare project update reports for CFPT’s Management Committee as and when required

6. To prepare annual project update reports as required by the funder

Relationship building:

1. To identify and build relationships with key contacts e.g. ward councillors, Council staff, and other relevant individuals and groups/organisations

Engaging:

1. To creatively engage with a wide variety of private renters (focussing particularly on the more vulnerable and socially isolated ones) in different locations and settings across the 2 wards to ensure they are aware of the range of local services available to them

Participating:

1. To promote and raise awareness of the project both online and through organising meetings, events and activities in the wards

2. To increase participation in the project both online and through organising meetings, events and activities in the wards

3. To publicise the project and private renters’ issues through the different media and other communication channels

Informing, empowering and supporting:

1. To identify the information, support and other needs of private renters to enable them to effectively engage with their landlord and/or agent and other organisations

2. To help and support tenants to advocate on behalf of themselves, and when required, to advocate on their behalf with the landlord and/or agent regarding individual problems and issues.

Project sustainability:

1. To have an awareness any relevant developments (internal/external) which could impact on work of the project

2. To assist CFPT’s Organiser to identify and make applications to funders to ensure the long-term sustainability of the project, if this is required

Other:

The post holder must undertake:

1. To attend some evening meetings and work occasional weekends

2. To attend CFPT Management Committee meetings and AGM when required

3. To demonstrate commitment at all times to the principles of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

We have ambitious plans for the future and are bringing together an incredible team to make them happen. At the center of it all, we're looking for an energetic, collaborative Foundation Manager to help us grow, thrive, and deliver real impact.

This is a broad and rewarding role — perfect for someone who’s excited to roll up their sleeves, take ownership, and help shape the direction of a dynamic and growing charity.

The Foundation Manager will report directly to the COO and act as the general manager of the charity, serving as the central pivot, which all operations revolve around. They will manage the charity on a day-to-day basis, lead the delivery of our programmes, and drive both fundraising efforts and sound financial management to support our work.

African Adventures Foundation is a registered charity set up in 2013 to provide support to 29 schools in developing areas of Ghana, Kenya and Zanzibar.

These schools provide education, health and food security, and social support to young people whose access to these basic services would otherwise be very limited. African Adventures Foundation helps by funding food security programmes, the construction of important school facilities, and hygiene projects that will benefit children’s health and education. With your help, we can continue to provide security and opportunities for more children in Africa.

It's an extremely exciting time to join our team as we continue to expand our company. Due to our current growth and expected growth over the coming years, we are in the process of relocating from Eastleigh to new office premises in Whiteley, which are better able to accommodate our expanding team. This role may also require travel outside the UK to visit our Programmes as needed by the business.

The role is centred around three core elements: charity management, programme delivery, and fundraising.

Responsibilities

1. Charity management (with support from the COO & Trustees)

• Line management of the Programme Officer in all respects including recruitment, conduct, capability, welfare, personal development.
• Indirect (matrix) management of the in-country Foundation Coordinators.
• Key member of the broader UK Management team.
• Support the COO and Chair of Trustees with the overall Governance framework of the charity including standards, processes and reporting.
• Primary point of contact for the board of Trustees day-to-day, supporting the Chair of the Trustees in the coordination and administration of Board activity.
• Lead on development, oversight and operation of charity standards, processes and systems.
• Work alongside the charities dedicated Finance Officer in ensuring good financial management of income and expenditure through planning, approvals, and processes.
• Attend a variety of external charitable, donor, and operational events or locations as required from time to time.
• Work closely with supporting departments like Finance, Marketing, and Travel Operations on all charity related matters.
• Handle day-to-day enquiries, questions, and issues related to the Foundation.

2. Programme Delivery (delivered by the Programme Officer)

• Ensure that a clear, documented process is in place for receiving, triaging, and managing requests related to volunteer projects and charity support.
• Lead the prioritisation process for articulated charitable requests, ensuring appropriate approvals are obtained and properly documented.
• Support strong project management throughout the planning and delivery of approved charitable projects.
• Ensure a robust MEAL [Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning] process is in place for measuring and reporting on the impact of the charity’s work with its beneficiaries, donors, and trustees.

3. Fundraising (with support from the COO & Trustees)

• Responsible for the developing and managing the Fundraising Opportunities Portfolio ensuring all stakeholders have clear visibility of funding gaps and opportunities for current and prospective donors.
• Responsible for leading on developing fundraising activities as informed by the Fundraising Strategy to drive income and cover operational expenditure.
• Maintain strong Donor relationships and develop grant applications adding to support a healthy funding pipeline to ensure we meet the charities fundraising targets.
• Work with the Marketing Manager to ensure effective marketing and social media strategies in are in place and to maximise the opportunities they provide.

What We’re Looking For:

Due to the breadth of this role, we would only expect an incumbent to have relevant experience in 2 of the 3 core elements of the role as a minimum, but with a strong desire to develop and learn in the 3rd with dedicated support.

Essential:

• Excellent Written & Communication skillset. A true collaborator.
• Experience in the Charity sector in a Management/Leadership capacity.
• Experience in Project Management and/or Delivery.
• A passion for driving improvement and change, to the betterment of children in Africa.

Ideally two of the following:

• Experience in charity management, governance, and compliance.
• Experience of delivering impactful charity projects.
• Experience in fundraising, donor relations, and/or campaign management.

Desirable:

• Experience of operating in an International Charity/NGO sector.
• Experience in African child development, education, empowerment/health context.

Please note that you should be authorised to work in UK. We do not offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Benefits

• 5 weeks holiday (plus bank holidays) increasing after five years’ service
• Enhanced pension contributions
• Enrolment onto annual company bonus scheme
• Benenden cash plan
• Benenden private healthcare
• Hybrid role with flexible working hours

Job Type: 37.5 hours, 5 days per week, Monday to Friday. Permanent.

Pay: £36,000 - £40,000 per year dependent on experience with a yearly bonus depending on business and personal performance

Work Location: Depending on agreed working days, Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday must be in person and Thursday/Friday can be worked remotely.

We’re Hiring! — Operations Manager (Part-Time, Fixed-Term)

�� Location: London-based office with hybrid/remote options
�� 14 hours/week | 6-month contract |  £38,220 FTE
�� Start Date: ASAP
�� Application Deadline: 14th May 2025

Looking for your next purposeful challenge?

This is an exciting opportunity to work for Real - an organisation led by and for Disabled people, rooted in the social model of disability. We challenge barriers and champion equity and inclusion.

Joining Real means being part of a passionate, values-driven team that’s committed to equality, accessibility, and real change.

We’re a small but mighty team, and right now we need a hands-on, heart-led Operations Manager to steer two game-changing projects at a pivotal time in our journey.

✨ Your Mission:

1. Embed Salesforce CRM across our team and help us use it to its full potential

2. Finalise and launch our brand-new accessible website, ensuring it reflects our values and meets accessibility standards

 What We’re Looking For:

· Solid experience managing operations or projects (digital/CRM/tech especially)

· Confidence using and customising CRM systems (Salesforce = a bonus!)

· Knowledge of accessible web design and inclusive digital content

· Skilled communicator who can lead, train, and collaborate across a team

· Organised and proactive — able to juggle timelines, details, and people

· Deep commitment to accessibility, inclusion, and equity

�� Why Join Real?

We don’t just talk about values - we live them. As a user-led charity, the lived experience of Disabled people drives everything we do. You’ll be part of a supportive, values-driven culture where your voice matters and your work creates real impact.

This is a rare chance to own two meaningful projects, build your portfolio, and leave a lasting legacy.

Ready to apply?

We’d love to hear from you.

Want an informal chat first? Contact us!

To apply, complete and submit the attached application form by 14th May 2025.

Need the form in a different format or require reasonable adjustments? Just ask - we are here to support you.

General Manager – Charity

Two established and award-winning charitable trusts, pivotal in promoting and supporting volunteering within rural West Northamptonshire communities, are seeking a dynamic and results oriented General Manager. These organisations are merging to form a single charitable trust effectively combining over three decades of dedicated service. 

Integral to the regional voluntary sector infrastructure, the unified entity delivers a comprehensive portfolio of community action services and projects. These initiatives support local voluntary and community groups while empowering individuals to cultivate interests, actively engage within their local community and enhance their overall personal well-being.

The General Manager will oversee existing operations, lead the team towards operational excellence, champion core values, and drive fundraising efforts. We seek a visionary leader with a demonstrable commitment to advancing services for rural West Northamptonshire residents and a pragmatic understanding of the sector.

This is an exceptional opportunity to build upon established successes, and pioneer innovative approaches to support and shape the organisation's vision for the future.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the daily operational management of the organisation, ensuring regular and comprehensive reporting of operational progress and impact

• Lead and support line managers in their day-to-day activities, fostering seamless integration across the organisation’s diverse projects and services.

• Drive and diversify fundraising activities to secure new revenue streams that underpin organisational growth and enhance impact.

About you

Skills and Experience:

The successful candidate will possess a strong working knowledge of the voluntary, community, and social enterprise sector (VCSE) and exhibit considerable enthusiasm for its growth and development within the region. Specifically, the individual will demonstrate:

• Proven experience in a similar management role, ideally within the charity or non-profit sector.

• Proven experience in people management lifecycle to demonstrate understanding the importance of a positive and inclusive working environment

• Experience in securing and managing funding, including development and ongoing relationship management

• Familiarity with relevant statutory standards and requirements (e.g., CQC, local authority regulations, HSE guidelines).

• Excellent people management, project coordination, and communication skills.

• with a proven ability to inspire and motivate teams.

• A strong commitment to collaboration and effective teamworking with staff, volunteers, and supporters.

• Proficiency in technology and digital tools to support operational efficiency.

• Skilled in conflict resolution and negotiation.

• Ability to foster innovation and growth within the organisation

• The vision to identify and cultivate new funding streams and fundraising opportunities.

Knowledge

• Understanding of the non-profit sector, including regulatory and compliance requirements.

• Knowledge of current trends and challenges affecting charities and community organisations.

• Awareness of local community needs and dynamics.

Personal Attributes

• Passion for the charity’s mission, vision, and values of the organisation.

• High levels of integrity and ethical standards.

• Adaptability and resilience when navigating challenges.

• Empathy, cultural sensitivity, and an inclusive mindset.

• Innovative and proactive approach, with a willingness to embrace change

Qualifications:

• A strong general education is essential, with further specialist qualifications being advantageous.

What we offer

A competitive salary, based on experience.

This is a full-time (37 hours per week), with occasional evening or weekend commitments. However, we encourage flexible working and would be open to discussion around this.

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Overview of the International Chief Projects Officer

The International Chief Projects Officer (ICPO) will lead and oversee the Projects Department, and reports to the International Chief Executive Officer.

The ICPO will drive the strategic development, implementation and evaluation of Barnabas’ projects around the world. The ICPO will work closely with the International CEO, senior leadership team, and local project partners to identify opportunities, ensure effective and efficient resource allocation, and deliver impactful results that align with Barnabas’ mission to support persecuted and suffering Christians.

The ICPO will ensure that Barnabas’ projects are strategically aligned with the organisation’s goals, operationally effective, and financially sustainable, while maintaining the highest standards of accountability and impact measurement.

Scheme Manager 

Manchester - Ardwick

£23,505- £27,178

Closing Date: 27th May 2025 

Do you have current knowledge of social housing and an understanding of the issues affecting older people? Are you seeking a new challenge where you can make a positive difference? If yes, we would love to hear from you! 

As our client's Scheme manager you will provide a housing management service to tenants in their Over 55s housing schemes, and the wider community, which promote independence, health and well-being. You will be their voice, advocating on their behalf and providing them with information on the facilities that are available, putting new tenants and their families at ease about what they can expect. You will  complete Health and Safety checks to ensure they always deliver a high standard of service and will encourage tenant engagement and involvement to ensure the health and wellbeing of tenants You will enjoy the company of our tenants and interact with them daily to ensure they are providing the best possible care that you would want for a family member. You will manage repairs and ensure tenants are kept up to date on the progress, monitoring contractors and visitors to the scheme, making sure that their policies are adhered to all times.

With knowledge and experience of the needs of older people, you will be passionate, working with our tenants and will appreciate the importance of providing great customer service. You will have a strong customer focus and will demonstrate empathy, patience, humour and a ‘can do’ attitude.  You will be accustomed to responding quickly to service demands, working with integrity, tact and diplomacy ensuring appropriate confidentiality is maintained. 

If you believe you have the right qualities to encourage, support and help our tenants to live independently, building a community within their scheme then please apply now! 

They offer a great range of benefits including:

• 25 days holiday per year plus bank holidays. The office is closed over Christmas (25th Dec to 1st Jan inclusive), and a holiday purchase scheme

• Company pension scheme with 11.4% employer contribution   

• Company funded access to a health cashback plan (HSF UK), where you can claim back costs of everyday health treatments such as optical, dental and much more.

• Enhanced sick pay with up to 6 months full pay and 6 months half pay  

• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

• Health and Wellbeing Support including an employee assistance programme, free counselling, mental health first aiders and numerous wellbeing initiatives  

• Employee perks via Perkbox

• Learning and development to support you to develop the skills you need to fulfil your role and progress in your career  

• Commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

• As a small to medium sized employer, their employees achieve variety, early responsibility, the opportunity to work on their own initiative, to work closely with other people (including senior management) and to have their voice heard.

Equality, diversity and inclusion are paramount for our client. They are proud to have a team of employees from diverse backgrounds, and they embrace diversity in all that they do. They positively encourage applications for employment from eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

They are a Disability Confident employer, and they will work to ensure reasonable adjustments are in place where possible throughout the recruitment journey and into employment. 

Please note that this role requires an up-to-date enhanced DBS check. 

If you are ready to take the next step in your career and meet the criteria outlined above, we would love to hear from you. 

We are Living Streets, the UK charity for everyday walking.

We want to create a nation where walking is the natural choice for everyday, local journeys; free from congested roads and pollution, reducing the risk of preventable illnesses and social isolation. We want to achieve a better walking environment and to inspire people of all generations to walk and wheel more.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our team as our Project Assistant.

The post holder will be responsible for providing effective support to the delivery of the Walk To School Outreach (WTSO) project across the Midlands and South of England. This will include research into schools’ eligibility and suitability for the delivery of this behaviour change project, assisting with online engagement activities and supporting with delivery on the ground through school and community events. 

You will also be expected to undertake administrative duties as required, including formatting and use of spreadsheet data.

This will be a varied role and an ability to embrace a diversity of tasks is essential, as is a positive ‘can do’ attitude to work.

Living Streets is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk; and expects all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be subject to background and criminal records checks as relevant to the job role.

Location: Homebased within either the Midlands or the South of England

Closing date: 30/05/2025 (midnight)

Interviews: 13/06/2025 via Teams