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The Role
The Head of Partnerships and Fundraising is responsible for the majority of income generation for our charity. The Switch raises income from corporate volunteering partnerships and through grant applications to other trusts and charities, which together contribute circa £800,000 per year. This is a role that requires strategic thinking, relationship and negotiation skills, and the ability to meet income targets.
This role will manage and grow our current key corporate partners, ensuring sustainability and longevity in our partnerships. The person will be responsible for communicating effectively with corporate partners on a strategic level, to understand how we can improve our volunteering offer and communicate impact to their business.
The job-holder will seek new partnerships in diverse industries where we have fewer stakeholders, to ensure our young people work with companies and volunteers from wide-ranging sectors.
In this position you will scope fundraising opportunities from grant and trusts, and be adept at assessing our viability so that applications we submit have a higher rate of success than average.
As Head of Partnerships and Fundraising, you will create new income streams which The Switch has not considered before, for example legacy funding, individual giving, corporate match funding. This will improve our financial stability.
In addition to income generation, this role will lead the Partnerships team and manage two to three staff as follows :
1. Our Corporate Partnerships and Volunteer Manager - oversees all volunteer logistics, including maintaining volunteer records and distributing relevant briefing materials to ensure volunteers are well-prepared for their role. Some time dedicated to fundraising too.
2. Our Communication Coordinator – leads on our regular comms including our digital newsletter, social media pages, and bespoke comms for projects or funders.
3. Coordinator TBC.
Details
· The Head of Partnerships and Fundraising leads the Partnerships Team and reports to the CEO.
· Working hours are typically 9am – 5pm Monday – Thursday, and 9am – 4pm Fridays.
· Working from home (WFH) is typically 2 days a week, with Wednesdays mandatory in the office.
· Flexibility will be required to cover meetings or events outside of these hours and WFH days.
· Start date: autumn 2025
We are proud to offer a number of enhanced benefits to our staff, including:
· 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays, additional “Switch Off” Day and Christmas closure
· Health cash-back package, including discounts on gym memberships, retail and leisure.
· Hybrid working
· Pension
· Learning and Development opportunities including Learning at Work Week activities
· Volunteering days to spend on an activity close to your own heart.
By providing our local young people with essential skills and experiences of the working world, we ensure that they can reach their best future.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Salary: £31,310
Contract: Permanent
Location: Hybrid – 2 days per week in their Hampstead Heath Office
Closing date: Monday 14th July
Benefits: 27 days annual leave (plus BH), cycle to work scheme, access to 1000s of discounts
We are working with the brilliant Anthony Nolan to recruit for a Challenge Events Coordinator to join their Supporter-Led Fundraising Team. Anthony Nolan does incredible work saving the lives of people with blood cancer by matching them with stem cell donors from its lifesaving register, as well as funding research and campaigns to improve treatments and support for patients.
As the Challenge Events Coordinator, you will be a vital part of the Events Team, managing a portfolio of challenge events, supporting participants through their fundraising efforts and building strong supporter relationships to ensure their long-term support.
To be successful as the Challenge Events Coordinator you will need:
- Experience working in a fundraising role in the charity sector, ideally in challenge events
- Experience delivering supporter journeys to maximise income and long-term support from supporters
- Excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills
If you would like to have an informal discussion, please call Ashby Jenkins Recruitment and ask to speak to Harry
Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency, we use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable charity jobs. We are passionate about improving equality across the sector, you can read more about our commitment to diversity here.
We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment in the charity sector and partner with you as the leading charity recruitment agency.
If enough applications are received the charity reserve the right to end the application period sooner.
If you would like to discuss this role with us please quote the reference 2636HW
Salary: £40,000-£44,000
Contract: 12 Month Maternity Contract
Location: London – 2 days per week in the office
Closing date: ASAP
Benefits: No long hours culture, career development opportunities, Season ticket loan, wellbeing programmes.
We have a great opportunity for a Trusts and Statutory Manager position working for the fantastic Tommy’s, pregnancy and baby charity. This role will sit within the Trusts and Statutory team, who work closely with Corporate, Philanthropy and Major Donor colleagues. and aims to raise £1.1m. This role will lead the growth and management of a portfolio of trust and statutory funders (mainly £10K-£100K) and you will identify new opportunities, write and submit compelling proposals and manage exciting relationships.
To be successful as the Trusts and Statutory Manager will need:
- Experience securing grants (£25k) from warm and cold trust/statutory funders.
- Experience identifying and cultivating cold prospects.
- Experience developing and managing relationships with trust/statutory donors.
If you would like to have an informal discussion, please call Emma,
Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency, we use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable charity jobs. We are passionate about improving equality across the sector, you can read more about our commitment to diversity here.
We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment in the charity sector and partner with you as the leading charity recruitment agency.
If enough applications are received the charity reserve the right to end the application period sooner.
If you would like to discuss this role with us please quote the reference 2645EI
Salary: £37,000-£39,000
Contract: Permanent – Full time
Location: London – 2 days per week
Closing date: 22nd July
Benefits: 28 days holiday (plus bank holidays), up to 9% pension, and wellness and development support
We have a great opportunity for a Legacy Manager working for a fantastic medical charity, reporting to the Head of Public Fundraising. This is an exciting chance to shape and lead a brand-new legacy programme, with the opportunity to grow a £1m income stream and influence organisational culture around legacy giving.
As part of this exciting role, you will develop and deliver a comprehensive legacy strategy, create compelling marketing campaigns, and build meaningful relationships with legacy supporters. You’ll also work closely with an outsourced administrator to manage legacy income and ensure best practice stewardship.
To be successful as the Legacy Manager, you will need:
• Significant experience in legacy fundraising and marketing
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills
• Proven ability to develop strategy, manage budgets, and deliver results
If you would like to have an informal discussion, please call Ashby
Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency, we use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable charity jobs. We are passionate about improving equality across the sector, you can read more about our commitment to diversity here.
We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment in the charity sector and partner with you as the leading charity recruitment agency.
If enough applications are received the charity reserve the right to end the application period sooner.
If you would like to discuss this role with us please quote the reference 2626AJ
Salary: £34,093.64 (Including ILW)
Contract: Permanent
Location: Flexible – Minimum 1 day per month in Vauxhall Head Office
Closing date: Rolling
Benefits: 28 days annual leave (plus BH), enhanced family leave, cycle to work scheme, employee assistance programme, access to Perkbox and more
We are working with the inspiring team at Refuge, the UK’s largest specialist domestic abuse organisation, to recruit a Senior Legacy and In Memory Executive to join their team.
Refuge supports thousands of women and children every day through frontline services, while also campaigning to change societal attitudes and influence policy to end violence against women and girls.
As the Senior Legacy and In Memory Executive, you will play a key role in shaping and delivering Refuge’s legacy and in memory fundraising programmes. You will work closely with the Legacy and In Memory Manager to manage multi-channel campaigns, steward supporters with empathy and care, and help develop strategies to grow income and engagement in these vital areas.
To be successful as the Senior Legacy and In Memory Executive you will need:
- Experience working on successful legacy and/or in memory fundraising campaigns
- Experience working to and achieving financial targets
- Strong supporter stewardship and relationship-building skills
- Experience using CRM systems (e.g. Raiser’s Edge) to manage and analyse data
If you would like to have an informal discussion, please contact Ashby Jenkins Recruitment and ask to speak to Harry.
Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency. We use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable charity jobs. We are passionate about improving equality across the sector — you can read more about our commitment to diversity here.
We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment in the charity sector and partner with you as the leading charity recruitment agency.
If enough applications are received, Refuge reserves the right to close the application period early.
If you would like to discuss this role with us, please quote the reference 2651HW
Accountable to: Associate Director of HR Operations
Location: A short walk from Euston station
Pay: £55,000
Contract type: Fixed term contract for 6 months
Are you an immediately available HR professional in depth understanding of employee relations cases?
Do you have experience of working with trade unions?
If so then this busy and diverse role is the right role for you.
Working as the Employee Relations Manager you will be responsible for managing a set of complex employee relations cases and maintaining a strong relationship with a variety of trade unions.
You will ensure throughout each case, compliance with employment legislation and organisational policies is met.
In your role as Employee Relations Manager, you will work closely with managers and senior leaders across a variety of ER matters including grievances, performance management and disciplinary issues.
The skills you will bring to your as Employee Relations Manager will include;
- Proven track record of managing complex ER case load
- Prior experience of working with trade unions
- Knowledge of employee legislations
- Strong business partner skills to explain legal matters to known HR professionals
This is a busy and diverse role, for a 6 month period and if you are interested in applying for the position of Employee Relations Manager through TPP Recruitment then please do so by sending your CV to [email protected]
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.
Salary: £37,000 - £39,000
Contract: Permanent
Location: London – 2 days per week
Closing date: 21st July
Benefits: 28 days holiday (plus bank holidays), up to 9% pension, and wellness and development support
We have a great opportunity for a Philanthropy Manager working for a wonderful medical charity, reporting to the Senior Philanthropy Manager. This is a fantastic role for someone looking to grow their career in relationship fundraising, with the chance to lead on mid-level giving and deliver gold-standard donor experiences in a supportive, high-performing team.
As part of this exciting role, you will manage relationships with donors giving between £1,000 and £50,000, create tailored communications and events, and play a key role in stewarding supporters during a pivotal year for the charity. You’ll also contribute to wider fundraising efforts and have the opportunity to develop your skills in donor engagement, project delivery, and cross-team collaboration.
To be successful as the Philanthropy Manager, you will need:
• Experience in fundraising or donor development, with excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and relationships
• A passion for relationship-building and delivering exceptional supporter experiences
If you would like to have an informal discussion, please call Ashby
Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency, we use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable charity jobs. We are passionate about improving equality across the sector, you can read more about our commitment to diversity here.
We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment in the charity sector and partner with you as the leading charity recruitment agency.
If enough applications are received the charity reserve the right to end the application period sooner.
If you would like to discuss this role with us please quote the reference 2630AJ
Using Anonymous Recruitment
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Do you love databases and have experience working with IUCN Red List data?
If so, this is the role for you!
Day-to-day you will manage the SHOAL database as the person responsible for collecting, collating and presenting the data relevant to all of SHOAL’s activities, partners, programmes and projects.
The primary set of data you will be managing is the SHOAL 1,000 Fishes Database. This is a database of more than 2,000 fish species that will require constant updates on their conservation status from experts and partners.
You will be a key person in collaborating with potentially hundreds of partners across the world to ensure that our database of priority species adequately reflects the action on the ground for each species.
To stand out you will bring your passion for conservation to the overlooked issue of the freshwater biodiversity crisis. You will be comfortable working in a small team, be self-motivated, and able to work independently, with a willingness to learn and adapt. Your interpersonal and communication skills in holding external relationships set you apart.
If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you.
Closing date: 28th July 2025 12 noon
First stage interviews (Zoom): W/C 4th August 2025
Second stage interviews (Zoom): W/C 11th August 2025
Synchronicity Earth’s mission is clear: we blend passion and action to provide safe havens for endangered species, support communities living in harmony with nature, and turn conservation into a worldwide effort. By joining, you're not just taking part; you're weaving your own story into a future that's brighter and sustainable for all.
We understand that life sometimes takes unexpected turns, and we welcome candidates who may have taken a career break. Your unique experiences and fresh perspective will only enhance our team's diversity and strengthen our ability to tackle the complex challenges facing our planet. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds for this role, particularly non-graduates, and are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements.
Candidates from Black, Asian, and Minority-Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds and people with disabilities who meet the criteria (in the section of the job description headed ‘What you will bring to the team’) and opt-in to our Guaranteed Interview Scheme will enter the first recruitment stage. You can find more information in the Guaranteed Interview Scheme and Recruitment Process document.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Salary: £40,000 - £44,000
Contract: Permanent, Full-time
Location: Hybrid –2 days per week in London office
Closing date: ASAP
Benefits: 33 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), 8% pension contribution, free health cashback plan, family leave policies
We’re working with a fantastic health charity to recruit a Challenge Events Manager (DIY) to join their ambitious team. Reporting to the Head of Mass Participation, you’ll lead a team of three to develop and deliver a dynamic portfolio of DIY and open challenge events.
In this exciting role, you’ll focus on shaping and executing a strategy for growth in an area with huge potential. You’ll bring a strategic mindset and a keen eye for opportunity, building strong relationships across teams and with external partners, while inspiring your team to deliver exceptional supporter stewardship.
To be successful as the Challenge Events Manager (DIY) you will need:
- Proven experience delivering successful DIY and open challenge events (or similar portfolio in community or mass participation)
- Strong project and people management skills
- A data-driven approach to marketing and supporter engagement
If you would like to have an informal discussion, please call Heather and quote the reference 2642HB
Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency, we use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable roles. We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment, working ethically, supporting people to find their perfect role within the not-for-profit sector.
We are passionate about improving equality across the sector, you can read more about our commitment to diversity here.
If enough applications are received the charity reserves the right to end the application period sooner.
Lead a transformative project to expand vital healthcare support services across the Southwest.
Hearts Together is a much-loved Plymouth-based charity supporting thousands of families each year with a safe and compassionate place to stay near Derriford Hospital.
We’re searching for a visionary Chief Executive to lead our charity into its next chapter of purposeful growth—including supporting the ongoing £6M capital build project that will ultimately double our capacity and ensure no family is ever turned away for lack of space.
If you're an empathetic, values-led leader with a passion for social impact—committed to driving organisational success through focused investment in people, capability, and leadership at all levels—this is your moment.
You will bring:
- Proven experience in strategic leadership, income generation and organisational development
- A strong connection to our mission and values
- Exceptional relationship-building and ambassadorial skills
- Confidence leading capital projects and working with professional advisors
- A passion for social impact, innovation, and compassionate service
This is a rare and exciting opportunity to shape the future of a well-established charity and lead the delivery of life-changing services across Devon, Cornwall and beyond.
To apply:
Download the full candidate brief and for a confidential conversation with our recruitment partners Public Leaders Appointments, please contact Melissa Stewart (details in the attached)
Apply by sending your CV and a cover letter (each max 3 pages) outlining your motivation and suitability (applications submitted without a cover letter will not be considered)
Deadline: Midday, Friday 18 July 2025
Interview date: TBC August. Plymouth
If you are interested we encourage conversations with our recruitment partners Public Leaders Appointments. Please contact Melissa Stewart (details in the pack).
To apply, please submit a CV, supported by a cover letter, (each document should be no more than
3 sides of A4) outlining your motivations for applying (affinity for our vision and mission) and highlight
how your skills, knowledge and experience meet the requirements as set out in the brief. (applications received without a cover letter will not be considered)
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Civitas Recruitment are delighted to be working with a great charity focused on developing a thriving Muslim community within the UK. This is an innovative charity which aims to help Muslims calculate and give Zakat to those in need across the UK. An exciting opportunity exists for a Head of Marketing to join the team. As Head of Marketing, you will be responsible for growing brand awareness, strengthening donor engagement, managing their digital presence and delivering high-quality content. You will lead a small team covering social media, content and creative, and corporate communications ensuring their work is aligned with the charity’s mission. This is a full-time, permanent role remote working, with 1-2 days a month in London for meetings (reasonable travel expenses covered within UK).
Who are we looking for?
Ideal candidates will have at least five years’ senior experience within a digital and performance marketing environment. You will have extensive understanding of integrated marketing campaigns and executing channel marketing at pace and efficiency. Knowledge of planning, executing and/or managing all digital marketing activities across SE, Email, Social and PPC is essential for this role. You will be highly creative with experience in identifying target audiences and devising digital campaigns that inform, educate, inspire and convince prospecting, existing and lapsed givers. You will have excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as excellent influencing skills with donors, colleagues, and partners. You will possess a cultural awareness and be able to communicate sensitively within faith-based contexts.
If the above role description sounds of interest and you feel like you meet the criteria; please apply immediately or for further information, please contact Syed at Civitas Recruitment for a full JD and informal discussion. Early applications are encouraged as we will be reviewing on a rolling basis and roles may closer earlier than initially indicated.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
The Talent Set are delighted to partner with a brilliant Health Charity on a fantastic Legacy Manager role, leading the development of a Legacy Marketing strategy to attract new supporters and ensure top-class stewardship of existing pledgers.
The Legacy Manager will play a critical role in ensuring the long-term sustainability of the charity’s Legacy programme, working closely with various stakeholders to develop and implement effective strategies to raise awareness of Gifts in Wills, reach new audiences and develop supporter journeys.
Key Responsibilities include:
- Developing and delivering innovative multi-channel legacy marketing campaigns (digital, print, events, TV, direct mail, and more)
- Shaping the supporter journey, inspiring new pledgers and stewarding existing supporters
- Managing a budget, setting KPIs, and analysing performance to refine and expand the charity’s legacy programme
- Leading and developing a small, dedicated team
- Collaborating with internal and external partners including digital, communications, creative agencies, and data teams
We’re looking for the following skills & experience:
- Proven ability to plan and deliver impactful legacy marketing campaigns across digital and offline channels.
- Skilled in using data and insights to identify and engage potential legacy supporters.
- Experience developing supporter journeys that inspire pledges and build lasting relationships.
- Confident creating or commissioning compelling legacy-focused content with emotional resonance.
- Strong grasp of GDPR and fundraising regulations relevant to legacy communications.
- Demonstrated line management and team leadership skills, with a focus on development and motivation.
- Effective at managing budgets, suppliers, and cross-team collaboration to deliver integrated campaigns.
- Strategic, self-motivated, and passionate about the long-term impact of legacy giving.
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role by clicking the 'apply now' button (please do not apply via email). We aim to get back to all successful candidates within 48 working hours.
Commitment to Diversity
The Talent Set are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, sexual orientation, disability, age, or gender. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.
Communications Manager – Co-op Foundation
£40,000 to £45,000 (Work Level 6B)
Fixed-term contract to cover parental leave for until June 2026
Remote, in this role you’ll work from home but will be required to come into our Manchester office a minimum of every 6 weeks for team days. This role will include occasional evening and weekend work.
We’re looking for a Communications Manager to join us at the Co-op Foundation.
The Co-op Foundation is the Co-op’s charity. We’re a grant making and campaigning organisation with a co-operative difference. We care deeply about how our funding and campaigning can shift power to young people and we trust our partners to do what matters most in their communities.
As our Communications Manager, you’ll lead on the development and delivery of communications relating to funding programmes and learning and impact. It’ll be up to you to amplify and support the work of our funded partners, so we can expand and diversify the reach of our funding, promoting our distinctly co-operative approach to grant making so that we reach those most in need of support. You’ll have the opportunity to really get to know our partners, and help tell their story, and the amazing work that we do together.
What you’ll do
- Develop, deliver and evaluate integrated communications plans for Foundation funding programmes
- Lead the development, coordination, delivery and evaluation of a D,E&I workplan on behalf of the Comms team
- Collaborate with and manage delivery partners contracted to deliver comms for funding programmes
- Produce content that brings to life the funding programmes, including videos, photoshoots, in depth case studies, blogs and more
- Manage contracts and relationships with external agencies and delivery partners to support delivery of comms
- Build relationships with relevant media outlets and journalists and be the main point of contact for PR relating to funding programmes
- Work co-operatively with colleagues from the wider Comms team, Funding & Partnerships and Co-op Community & Comms teams
- Forecast and manage the funds comms budget
This role would suit people who have
- Great communication skills, with the ability to write in an engaging way for different comms channels, in particular digital channels
- Experience of working in a busy comms team in the charity sector, delivering multiple projects and campaigns at any one time
- Experience of designing and delivering integrated comms campaigns, including internally to colleagues, with good knowledge of tools used for monitoring and evaluation
- Experience of creating content and posting on social media channels and websites
- Good knowledge of D,E&I (diversity, equality and inclusion) and how this applies in a communications context
Why Co-op?
If you have the skills that we need, we can offer you a competitive salary and great benefits package which includes 30% off Co-op branded products in our food stores (as well as other discounts on Co-op products and services).
- An annual bonus (based on personal and business performance)
- 28 days holiday (rising to 32 with service) plus bank holidays
- A pension with up to 10% employer contributions
- Access to a subsidised onsite gym (at our Manchester HQ)
- Coaching and training to support your career development
- Wagestream app – giving you access to a percentage of your pay as you earn
At Co-op, we’re proud to do things a different way. As one of the world’s largest co-operatives, owned by millions of members, community is at the heart of what we do. Since our Co-op was founded in 1844, we’ve had a clear social purpose, and everything we do as a business helps to build a fairer world for our members, customers, colleagues, and communities.
Building a diverse environment
We’re actively building diverse teams and we welcome applications from everyone. If you have a disability, we can make reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process according to your needs. We're also part of the Disability Confident scheme, meaning we'll always offer an interview to disabled candidates who apply through the scheme if they meet the minimum criteria for a job.
We'll ask whether you’d like to be considered under the Disability Confident scheme when you apply.
If we invite you to take part in the recruitment process for any of our jobs, we’ll ask you if you need any reasonable adjustments to enable you to participate.
You can find out more about the Disability Confident scheme and all our commitments to diversity and inclusion on out website see attcahed word doc
Please note that we may close applications for this role early.
As part of your application, you'll need to complete an online assessment. This assessment typically takes between 45-60 minutes. If you're a current Co-op colleague, this does not need to be completed.
Role: Grants Manager
Contract: 8-month fixed term until 2026 (with potential extension)
Start Date: September 2025
Civitas Recruitment is delighted to be working with a pioneering, climate-focused nonprofit organisation at the forefront of the transition to a net-zero and climate-resilient economy. The organisation brings together a global network of stakeholders to support climate-related financial strategies and advocate for sustainability in investment practices.
We are currently seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Grants Manager to join their dynamic team on an 8-month fixed-term basis. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a high-impact mission by strengthening grant delivery processes, managing funding pipelines, and enhancing strategic partnerships with leading philanthropic funders. Hybrid role with at least 2 days in the London office.
The Role
This role will sit at the heart of the development function, supporting fundraising, donor reporting, compliance, and relationship management. You will work cross-organisationally to coordinate funding pipelines, improve team processes, and manage the full lifecycle of grants—from proposal support to closure and reporting.
Main Responsibilities
• Support funding proposals and research new grant opportunities.
• Manage the organisation’s funding pipeline and CRM system.
• Oversee the full grant lifecycle, ensuring compliance, reporting, and documentation.
• Liaise with internal teams and external partners on funding deliverables.
• Prepare funder reports and track progress on grant obligations.
• Maintain internal tools and systems to improve development processes.
Who We're Looking For
You will be a detail-oriented, process-driven professional with prior experience in grant management, fundraising, or development. You’ll bring excellent coordination and communication skills, along with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines across a busy team. The ideal candidate will be tech-savvy, organised, and proactive in building relationships and improving systems.
Why Apply?
This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in an organisation that is driving action at the intersection of climate policy and finance. You’ll gain valuable experience in strategic grant coordination, work with a mission-driven team, and contribute directly to the global effort to accelerate a just climate transition. Please apply immediately or alternatively, contact Syed at Civitas Recruitment for an initial discussion.
This is a key role driving the delivery of the Education Programme of a leading mental health charity focused on supporting the systems around children and young people. We are looking for a compassionate, flexible and focused professional with excellent interpersonal skills and experience of managing a complex and substantial portfolio of work, who is eager to work with the CWT team to achieve meaningfully.
The Education Programme Manager’s workload includes supporting a small Education team to deliver specific projects; delivering key organisational projects directly; managing programme level work; liaising with the Education trainers; and supporting Education-related work across the Trust – from fundraising to reporting. We anticipate this role will provide the opportunity for the successful candidate to grow into the staff team's ‘education specialist’, by keeping abreast of key sector developments, while retaining a keen understanding of when further specialist input would be helpful.
The role would suit someone with a driven interest in ensuring our work is as impactful as possible, someone who is a ‘doer’ and a broker of relationships, with strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with a wide range of people including clinicians and those with lived experience.
Key responsibilities and duties
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Work with the Head of Programmes and a wide range of stakeholders, including trainers and clinicians, to lead and support on the planning and delivery of a range of projects, from initiation to close, including establishing and managing risk, quality assurance and monitoring and evaluation measures.
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Prepare reports on Education programme’s progress for a variety of stakeholders including the Board of Trustees, the CEO and senior managers, the staff team, funders and other stakeholders.
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Work in collaboration with colleagues with lived experience of mental health difficulties, ensuring their voice is central to our work.
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Ensure that considerations of equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility are incorporated meaningfully across the Education programme delivery.
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Support and retain oversight of the Clinical Lead’s quality assurance of the Education trainers on an annual basis, or other frequency as agreed.
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Support CWT’s Fundraising team to identify potential funding opportunities within the Education programme, and at times support bid development by developing viable project proposals swiftly.
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Develop and maintain a strategic overview of ‘the Education landscape’ so as to:
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advise the CEO and Head of Programmes of key developments that will help shape the Education programme’s future direction (alongside freelance experts who are further embedded into specific areas within education), and
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to represent the Trust externally and developing our reach, impact and credibility in new areas, so as to help CWT achieve the growth strategy laid out in our Strategic Business Plan (currently 2025-27).
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Work with other teams within the Trust to identify opportunities for cross programme working to develop engagement with our information, training and services.
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Manage a small Education team to deliver effectively and efficiently; while supporting their development, embodying a collaborative and supportive leadership culture in line with the Trust’s values.
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Approve Education programme expenditure as per a delegated budget, including querying unexpected expenditure and highlighting anomalies to the Finance team; and supporting budget development and reforecasting processes by offering a key ‘front line’ perspective on priorities and costs.
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Always ensure compliance to data protection, safeguarding, confidentiality and relevant organisational policies and procedures.
To apply
If you would like an informal discussion with the line manager of this role, Emily Kippax (our Head of Programmes), this can be arranged via our recruitment team at recruitment(at)charliewaller(dot)org.
The deadline for applications is 8.30am, Monday 28th July.
Please submit via your chosen job website or send your CV and a supporting statement to the recruitment email above. We ask that you structure your supporting statement, by providing relevant information under the person specification bullet points (combining these if multiple points are effectively responded to by one experience). This can be in bullet point form. Please try to keep your supporting statement to a maximum of 800 words, excluding headers. We will also consider recorded supporting statements in a similar structure to the above. Applications will not be considered without a supporting statement.
Should you be shortlisted in the first instance, you will hear back from us by 30th July, if not before. Interviews are currently scheduled to take place on Tuesday 5th August and will involve a competency interview along with a short task relevant to the role. Please indicate if you are not available on this date in your supporting statement: we cannot commit to interviewing on another day but would do our best to accommodate.
We will provide details about the recruitment task three days in advance to allow candidates time to prepare. We will also provide at least 50% of the interview questions three days in advance so that all candidates can perform at their best.
To educate young people and those around them about their mental health and wellbeing.