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Job Purpose
Lead and develop the charity’s HR and Volunteering functions (People) to foster a positive, engaging, and inclusive work environment, in line with the organisation’s values and EDI objectives

Key Tasks

Leadership

• Work with the People Sub-Committee (PSC) and SMT to develop and implement organisational people strategies and plans to support the delivery of our organisational strategy for older people.
• Have responsibility for our progress against these plans; measure and report this to PSC and SMT, including by administering our annual people survey, volunteer survey and trustee survey. Identify areas that require improvement and make recommendations for change.

People management

• Oversee People-related policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with UK employment law and best practices.
• Support the development and implementation of Learning and Development (L&D) initiatives.
• Provide support and guidance to those in line management roles within the organisation including on performance management issues and processes.
• Provide line management and support to the Community and Volunteer Manager, ensuring 6 their work aligns with organisational priorities.
• Manage complex employee relations cases, including grievances, disciplinary actions, and change management.

Administration

• Ensure all employee compliance requirements are met, including DBS checks, right to work documentation, and up-to-date staff records.
• Work with the DFO to ensure accurate and timely monthly payroll processing)

Quality

• Ensure that AUKEL’s People policies and procedure are in compliance with the Charity Quality Standard.
• Strive for excellence through the people in the organisation.

Liaison

• To participate to the National Age UK HR network to exchange insight and learn good practice.
• To liaise with our Solicitor team to ensure compliance when managing complex cases.
• To represent AUKEL and participate in appropriate external meetings and events in order to remain aware of local, regional and national issues affecting quality and compliance issues affecting charitable companies.
• To attend relevant HR/ Employment Law seminars or work groups as the AUKEL HR ambassador.

General

• To meet regularly with the CEO for support, supervision and appraisal.
• To attend team and staff meetings, as required.
• To undertake any other duties within the competence of the post holder as may be required
from time to time for the continued smooth running of Age UK East London.
• To undertake any training required to fulfil the role.
• To carry out the duties of the post in accordance with Age UK’s East London’s policies and procedures including: Equal Opportunities, Health & Safety, Confidentiality, Complaints, GDPR, Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults.

Functional links

• This role reports directly to the CEO
• Excellent working relationship with SMT and Finance team.
• Close working relationship is needed with the Operations Coordinator and the Executive and Governance Coordinator.

Person Specification

Research shows that while middle class white men tend to apply for job when they meet around 60% of the
criteria, women, people from the global majority, and people from other marginalised groups that encounter
systematic discrimination tend to apply only when they meet all criteria. So, if you think you have what it takes,
but don’t meet every single aspect of the job description, please still apply!

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience of a Generalist HR role including managing employee relations in compliance with UK employment law.
• Experience in collaboratively developing policies and procedures.
• Experience in working collaboratively with managers to provide both constructive feedback and support to staff.
• Experience of line management and developing staff or volunteers.

Desirable

• Experience of working with volunteers
• Experience of reporting directly to a Trustees Board.

Knowledge & Understanding

Essential

• Strong understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion principles and practice across People Functions.
• Degree in Human Resource

Desirable

• Management or have acquired the equivalent CIPD level through experience assessment (or working towards same)
• Knowledge of Health and Safety as it relates to the HR function
• HR data system/ data bases (preferably Sage HR).
• Confidence in using Office365 including Microsoft forms.

Skills/Attributes

• Excellent verbal and written communication including ability to write reports and present to different stakeholder groups.
• Ability to collect and analyse data to extract insights and trends to make informed decisions.
• Intermediate IT skills including using of Microsoft form and polls.
• Professional and proactive approach which instils confidence, trust and motivates others

Desirable

• Mediation skills
• Conflict Management skills 
• Values-driven and aligned with the mission of the charity. 
• Empathetic, with a strong commitment to employee and volunteer well-being.

Additional Requirements

• This post is subject to the relevant check through the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS)
• This post is required to ensure to undertake regular CPD to ensure that their working knowledge is up to date with
changes in employment law and HR best practice.
• Flexibility in working hours to meet organisational needs.

Location: The Baytree Centre, London
Hours: 21–28 hours per week (to be agreed between Monday–Thursday, 9AM–6PM)
Salary: £50,000–£59,000 per annum (FTE, pro-rated)
Application Deadline: 1 September 2025 at 23:59PM
Eligibility: This post is open to women only under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.
Contract: 12-month interim (Fixed Term Contract with view to permanent)

About the Role:

As Fundraising & Communications Director, you’ll lead Baytree’s fundraising, communications, and corporate engagement—driving income and influence making it possible for even more girls and women to achieve their potential. You’ll report to the CEO and play a key role on the Senior Management Team, shaping strategy and unlocking new opportunities for growth.

This is a dynamic and outward-facing role for a strategic thinker with a passion for storytelling, partnership-building, and social impact.

Key Responsibilities:

• Fundraising Leadership: Deliver a diverse income strategy across trusts, corporates, major donors, digital campaigns, and events.
• Communications: Shape Baytree’s voice and tell bold, data-driven stories that resonate with stakeholders.
• Corporate Engagement: Build long-term partnerships that align with Baytree’s mission and add real value.
• Team Development: Lead and coach a high-performing team, fostering a culture of excellence and care.
• Strategic Leadership: Contribute to organisational strategy, performance reviews, and risk management.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience in fundraising and income generation
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Strategic mindset with experience in team leadership
• Ability to align fundraising with programme needs and impact
• Commitment to Baytree’s mission and values

Head of Programmes is a key role with significant scope to grow as the charity evolves. You’ll lead on the day-to-day delivery of our programmes, including our largest single programme, Maths Circles: a small-group-based maths enrichment programme engaging talented young mathematicians nationwide. You will coordinate a large community of volunteers as well as our in-house team of part-time and freelance staff to deliver an excellent experience for students, parents, tutors and partners.

You will need to be genuinely enthusiastic about using our CRM and Google Sheets to track progress and excited about martialling the charity’s data to communicate clearly with colleagues, partners and trustees. You will take ownership of programme reporting and KPIs, using insights to identify and implement delivery improvements and demonstrate impact.

You will communicate regularly with our diverse community – including speaking directly to young people and parents to resolve issues, recruiting and training education professionals and meeting with partners to organise and manage projects. Beyond programme delivery, you’ll play a crucial part in fundraising, communications, recruitment and planning and will occasionally deputise for the Foundation Director in representing the charity externally.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, delivery and continuous improvement of programme operations
• Drive impact by setting, monitoring and reporting on KPIs (e.g. attendance, retention, satisfaction) whilst sharing insights with partners and funders
• Coordinate and support a team of part-time staff, freelancers and delivery contractors
• Lead communications with parents, students, tutors and external partners
• Act as Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (training provided)
• Support fundraising, charity development and strategic planning
• Support recruitment and onboarding of staff, volunteers and collaborators
• Contribute to newsletters, social media, and other communications content 

You should apply if:

• You’re motivated to make a difference in the education sector
• You’re excited to work flexibly as a senior member of a small, growing team
• You’re a “builder” with the energy and impetus to make things happen

Essential criteria:

• Genuine enthusiasm using spreadsheets and other tools to track and demonstrate progress
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with diverse audiences (young people, schools, partners, funders, etc.)
• Experience in education, youth work or the charity sector
• Experience building and managing projects independently
• Belief in the power of education to transform lives
• Right to live and work in the UK

Desirable criteria:

• Knowledge of safeguarding practice
• Experience in programme monitoring and evaluation
• Experience in fundraising or business development

Safeguarding

Tutorfair Foundation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its staff, volunteers and the young people we support. All staff are expected to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to provide two satisfactory references and complete an Enhanced DBS check.

About the Role

This is an entry-level role in the UK’s leading international consultancy and research organisation in the field of social development. As a Technical Analyst (TA), you will primarily support our work on Gender-Based Violence (GBV), with the potential to work in other thematic areas such as climate justice and wider research (see below for more information on our different thematic areas).

We are seeking candidates who are self-starting, flexible and keen to acquire diverse experience in the field of social development – and who will thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced, specialist social development consultancy organisation serving the wider international development sector.

We are committed to creating a diverse workforce and welcome applications from qualified candidates from all ethnic, cultural, and social backgrounds. We wish to particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates, who are underrepresented in our organisation.

Read on to discover more about the role, our organisation, and what we’re looking for in your application.

About the Team

The GBV portfolio, a crucial part of our Technical Team, works on a range of issues related to the prevention of and response to GBV. As a Technical Analyst, your role would involve providing research for the Ending Violence against Women and Children Helpdesk. You could also be involved in providing support to knowledge products and guidance material, policy and programme guidance, specialist research, and monitoring and evaluation of GBV.

How to Apply

If you are interested in joining our dynamic team, please refer to the Person Specification and submit your tailored CV and cover letter to the link below. The deadline for applying is Sunday, 2nd November 2025. We are reviewing applications on a rolling basis and reserve the right to close the advertisement early should we receive strong candidates. Due to the high volume of applications, we are only able to respond to shortlisted candidates.

As this is a UK-based role, please confirm your eligibility to reside and work in the UK as part of your cover letter.

Are you passionate about bringing people together to support a great cause? We’re looking for an enthusiastic and driven Community Fundraiser to join our team and help grow support for our vital work across the community.

Working closely with our Community Fundraising Manager, you’ll play a key role in inspiring individuals, schools, groups, and volunteers to get involved and give back. You’ll be proactive, creative, and confident in building strong relationships that boost both income and community engagement.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Engaging with local groups, schools and individuals - whether by phone, in person, or at events to increase income
• Coordinate and grow our collection pot network, ensuring regular collections 
• Support our amazing fundraising groups and individual supporters, generating publicity for their activities to enhance visibility and engagement. 
• Manage Just Giving and other online giving platforms for community events, and ensuring that donors and participants are thanked in a timely and appropriate manner
• Organise and support volunteers for events and campaigns as needed, making sure they feel valued and ready to help
• Respond to general telephone and in-person enquiries about donations and fundraising

About you

• Proven experience in community fundraising and volunteer management
• A strong understanding of relational fundraising and how to grow supporter networks
• Ability to manage and update budget/financial information to achieve income and expenditure targets
• Effective project management experience to take ideas from planning through to successful delivery
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organisational skills
• Strong writing skills to create clear, timely reports and communications
• Confidence in networking and representing the organisation at all levels

What We Offer

• 27 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Flexible and hybrid working options (minimum 2 days/week in office)
• Pension and life assurance schemes
• Employee Assistance Programme for health and wellbeing support
• Cycle to work scheme
• Health Service Discounts
• Refer a friend bonus
• A friendly, supportive team that cares about your growth and wellbeing

If you're ready to use your experience and energy to connect communities and make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you!

We reserve the right to close this job earlier if sufficient applications are received, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

Successful applicants will be required to undertake a DBS check. 

Hours: Full time (37.5 hours per week)

Line Manager: Head of Marketing & Communications

Team: Marketing & Communications

Location: Easneye site at Ware, Hertfordshire (hybrid working would be considered)

Salary: £26,523 per annum

All Nations Christian College has been leading the way in cross-cultural mission training for over 60 years. We provide a flexible undergraduate programme validated by The Open University, alongside specialist short courses and a well-established postgraduate programme for mission leaders. Based in the UK, north of London, we are an independent, evangelical, interdenominational Bible college welcoming students from all over the world. Our mission is to serve the global church by training disciples of Jesus Christ for mission in a multicultural world.

Role Overview and Main Responsibilities

One of the main areas of this role is to improve the Digital Marketing systems of the college. This involves managing multiple projects and supervising other team members within their roles. The postholder will also work alongside the CEO to develop and implement a new marketing strategy to enable ANCC to achieve its vision and mission globally. This will include shaping the Marketing and Communications team to support the stakeholder journey for students, partners and donors.

• Enhancing the digital systems of the college for the purposes of marketing
• Work collaboratively with the CEO and Marketing & Communications team to ensure new marketing assets are designed and produced for optimal results

· Generating leads for new applicants, students, partners and donations to the college, optimising our efficiency, and maximising opportunities for engagement.

• Manage the website development project which includes the improvement of the college website for marketing purposes, and improving the User Experience (UXP) ensuring that it is optimised for search engines
• Manage team members for the maintenance and development of the college’s website, SEO, user journey experience, and website assets
• Support and collaborate with the Social Media officer to ensure digital marketing across our platforms, including LinkedIn for digital community engagement.
• Monitor and review performance of digital marketing channels for analytical reporting and making recommendations for improvement.
• Email marketing across stakeholder groups to support recruitment and engagement for the college. This includes the management of Mailchimp and ensuring Donorfy data is up to date.
• Direct marketing to students and partners for college courses, training options, collaborative design, delivery and lifelong learning. This may include digital marketing via website, social media, email, content marketing, print marketing and campaigns.
• Developing a digital marketing campaigns calendar and system for use within the team including the implementation of campaign briefs and tracking of campaigns across ANCC products
• Play an active role within the team to help at promotional events, including national exhibitions and conferences, at the college and elsewhere
• Assist the team with organising college open days and other promotional events (graduations, multicultural evenings, carols at Easneye etc).
• Work creatively with the team to continue to develop strong relationships with ANCC alumni through digital communications, and maximising opportunities for engagement
• Fully participate in All Nations community activities when possible

Other Information

· There is a genuine requirement for this role to be filled by a committed Christian who is passionate about cross cultural mission and fully able to articulate the overall purpose as well as the detail of the College’s mission, from a personal faith basis.

· All Nations Christian College is committed to safeguarding children and adults at risk from abuse and neglect. We expect all staff who work with us to share this commitment, and staff will be required to be checked with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS).

· Working hours at college are 8.40am - 5.10pm. Occasional weekends and evenings will be required in this role eg for events

· Holiday: 30 days per annum (pro rata) plus 6 of the 8 bank holidays when they fall on a normal working day.

· Applicants must have the right to work in the UK

Benefits

§  Employer pension contributions of 8%.  A salary sacrifice scheme option is also available.

§  Life Assurance of three times salary  

§  Employee Assistance Programme

§  30 days holiday per annum plus bank holidays (excluding the May bank holidays) plus the days the College is closed between Christmas and New Year.

§  Free, freshly prepared lunch at the College on your working days on site.

Hours of Work:  37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday 09:00-17:00 with some flexibility

Location: Head Office is in Cardiff however the successful applicant can be based anywhere across Wales as we have offices in multiple locations and remote-working can also be facilitated.

Purpose of Role

To work within the Contracts and Planning team supporting the delivery of the Trust, Foundation and Statutory Programme. The role is responsible for liaising with teams across the organisation to develop funding bids which meet the needs of the organisation and prospect research, income monitoring and reporting requirements.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

1. Work with operational teams to develop funding applications to meet agreed income targets to help fund core activities and priority projects.

2. To develop and maintain a list of suitable, well researched prospects and ensure that opportunities for funding are not missed by maintaining a suitable pipeline.

3. Regular review of income pledges and received, and the funding pipeline, reporting progress and risks to manager.

4. Liaise with relevant project staff to coordinate and submit monitoring and evaluation reports to funders.

5. Ensure all reporting requirements are met in line with agreed deadlines.

6. To ensure that all relevant administration is recorded accurately on the fundraising CRM and shared team databases.

7. To monitor payment dates and ensure payments are received when expected.

8. Build and maintain relationships with funders, helping them to understand the impact of their support.

9. Support the Contracts and Planning Team with other duties as required, contributing flexibly to wider team priorities and organisational needs

This role is subject to a Basic DBS disclosure.

Crisis is the national charity for people experiencing homelessness. We have embarked on our new 10-year strategy for ending homelessness. We know it is not inevitable. We know together we can end it.

Location: Crisis Skylight Brent, 1-2 Bank Buildings, High St, NW10 4LT.

The role is based at the Crisis Brent Skylight in Harlesden, some local travel may be required.

About the role

We are looking for an experienced individual who is passionate and knowledgeable about leading the drive for evidence-led change in local systems for some of the most excluded members of our community and to drive forward the delivery of Built for Zero in Brent. The role requires excellent leadership skills to bring together a range of stakeholders to focus on the challenges, provide solutions to longstanding barriers and problems and inspire positivity and resilience. The role will be line managed by Crisis but embedded within Brent Council.

About you

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Experience of achieving system change through partnership, collaboration and use of data

• Ability to identify key barriers to progress and problem solve sensitively and collaboratively, maintaining strong and positive working relationships

• Experience or in depth understanding of housing/ homelessness, adult social care, health, criminal justice, or other relevant sectors, with an ability to work across boundaries.

• Excellent self-management and project management skills and an ability to monitoring progress and achieving deadlines and outcomes

Please see the full Job Pack linked below, for a full list of requirements for this role. We realise that long lists of criteria can be daunting, and you may not want to apply for a role unless you feel 100% qualified. However, if you feel you have relevant examples to answer the screening questions, we encourage you to apply.

We believe diversity is a strength, and our aim is to make sure that Crisis truly reflects the communities we serve. We are actively working towards our organisation being a place where everyone can thrive and make their best contribution to our mission of ending homelessness for good. We know that the more perspectives, voices, and experiences we can bring to this work, the better. We particularly welcome applications from people who have lived experience of homelessness, and people from all marginalised groups, communities, and backgrounds. 

How do I apply?

Please click on the 'Apply for Job' button below. Our shortlisting process is anonymised as part of our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We do not ask for CVs, instead we ask you complete the work history section and answer the screening questions for us to be able to assess you fairly and objectively. At least two members of staff score all applications.

Closing date: Tuesday 28 October 2025 at 23:59

Interview date and location: Thursday 6 November 2025 at Crisis Skylight Brent, 1-2 Bank Buildings, High St, NW10 4LT.

If you would like to have an informal conversation about the role, please email us and we will arrange a call with the hiring manager.

Can I use Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology for my application?
We strongly discourage applicants from using AI technology at any stage of the recruitment process. This is so we can run a fair, transparent process which gives all applicants an equitable chance of success. We want to hear about your own experience and perspectives in your application and if shortlisted, during the interview too.

Accessibility 

We want our recruitment process to be as accessible as possible. If you need us to make an adjustment or provide additional support as you apply for a role, please email our Talent Acquisition team to discuss how we can help. 

Registered Charity Numbers: E&W1082947, SC040094 

We're looking for someone who is committed to taking our supporters on journeys which inspire them to help people living in extreme poverty fulfil their God-given potential. Is that you?

Our vision is to see people freed from poverty, living transformed lives, and reaching their God-given potential. To make that vision a reality, we are growing a global community of people who want to tackle extreme poverty, and who will be invited to give, pray, campaign, volunteer and make lifestyle changes, partnering with Tearfund in this vision. 

As Marketing Executive - Supporter Journeys, you will be responsible for the delivery of supporter journey activity, planning and executing individual and church supporter journey activities across various channels, including direct mail, telephone, and digital.

Do you have the following experience?

• Delivering marketing/supporter engagement campaigns across multiple channels including direct mail, email and telephone.
• Knowledge of CRM systems and how to use data to design and monitor performance
• Project managing efficiently and communicating clearly with multiple stakeholders
• Monitoring and evaluating campaigns and adopting a test and learn approach

Do you have the following skills?

• Ability to see through projects from start to finish
• A flexible approach to your work, showing agility to adapt and make changes if required
• Highly collaborative
• Ability to influence and work alongside senior stakeholders
• Strategic thinking, and desire to drive forward new ways of doing things.

If that's you, we'd love to hear from you!

Hybrid working: This role is eligible for hybrid working and you will be required to work from  Teddington's Tearfund office and from your home by agreement with the line manager. This currently means around 2 days per month working from the Teddington office, with the rest worked from home.

This a full time role 35 hours per week, flexible working patterns may be considered. 

We particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities and those from Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds (in our UK workforce) as these groups are currently under-represented at Tearfund.

All applicants must be committed to Tearfund's Christian beliefs

The recruitment process will include specific checks related to safeguarding. In addition, personal identification information will be submitted against a Watchlist database to check against criminal convictions as a counter-terror measure. 

As Regular Giving Officer, you will play a critical role in growing and maintaining income at the Hospice of St Francis and in positioning us as the local charity of choice amongst our community. 

Reporting into the Head of Philanthropy and working closely with the rest of the Fundraising Department, as well as with the Communications and Volunteering Departments, you will personally manage and grow the Hospice of St Francis’s Regular and Mid-Level Giving Programme, also known as Friends of St Francis.

You will forge strong working relationships and collaborate closely with the Communications Department, responsible for Appeal Giving, and the Wellbeing Department, responsible for in-memory giving and the Light up a Life programme, together establishing an integrated individual giving programme.

The Friends of St Francis was established in 2024, following a full review of the programme and has just marked its first anniversary. This role will be responsible for reviewing, developing and implementing a strategy that will ensure the retention and recruitment of regular givers through refining the offering and providing a thoughtful engagement plan. You will also be responsible for developing a new mid-value Friends segment, ensuring its alignment with the Major Donor programme and other offerings.

With an eye to growing income, you will also explore and implement options to grow the supporter base, including payroll giving and testing the conversion of one-time donors. You will also consider options to optimise the programme for the digital age, taking into consideration the demographic of our supporters.

This is an exciting role with lots of potential to utilise your skills and test and implement different strategies to grow the regular giving base at the Hospice of St Francis.

Strategy Development and Implementation

· Review, develop and implement a regular giving strategy, incorporating the Friends of St Francis Programme and testing new initiatives such as Payroll Giving and index-linked giving

· Research, develop and implement associated objectives, workplans and KPIs to track progress and make adaptations to plans as required

· Work closely with stakeholders, to curate and implement compelling regular giving plans with a focus on supporter experience and cost-efficiency

· Identify, develop and test new initiatives to grow regular giving

Management of Regular Giving Programme

· Develop and implement a supporter engagement plan for Friends of St Francis

· Drive acquisition of new supporters, including by converting appeals and one-off donors, and develop initiatives to track and re-engage lapsed supporters

· Manage the welcome journey for new supporters

· Develop supporter journeys, in particular with Legacy, in-mem and Appeal Giving

· Develop and implement a differentiated mid-value giving programme

· Working with the Head of Philanthropy, identify supporters with potential to become major givers

· Provide adhoc support to the Legacy Giving Lead

· Lead cross-hospice campaigns to drive regular giving

Planning and administration

· Work with the CRM team to ensure smooth administration of the regular giving programme and support with improvement and updates to the system

· Maintain accurate records of donor communications

· Personally maintain accurate supporter data and adhere to GDPR and fundraising regulations

· Feed into annual planning process, working with the Head of Philanthropy to inform required expenditure budget to run and grow the regular giving programme

· Responsible for ensuring GDPR compliance for the regular giving programme

· Work with the Communications team to manage and maintain campaign collateral such as templates, thank-you letters, and welcome packs, ensuring brand and message consistency. 

· Together with the volunteering team, identify activities that would benefit from the support of volunteers and lead on their engagement and management, including securing and managing them

Qualifications, Skills, Experience, Knowledge & Approach 

Essential

· At least three years’ experience in a individual or regular giving role, or with relevant comparable experience for e.g. in marketing

· Demonstrable experience of maintaining and growing income through an individual giving programme

· Strong data analysis skills and experience of utilising segmented data to improve supporter engagement, and improve life-time value

· Experience of running regular giving recruitment campaigns

· Experience of creating engaging supporter communications – both digital and in print

· Experience of using and a CRM database, and of developing systems and processes to ensure good donor management

· Experience of developing and tracking KPIs

· Strong project management skills and ability to manage multiple, complex projects simultaneously

· Working knowledge of the Code of Fundraising and Data Protection laws

· Understanding of how to manage a regular giving programme in a cost-efficient way that maximises ROI

· Practical understanding of trends in regular giving, and willingness to test and iterate new ideas to drive sustainable income growth

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office and online marketing platforms

· Understanding of how to use online and offline means to drive regular giving

Desirable

• Experience of creating and executing a mid-value strategy
• Experience of managing volunteers
• Previous experience of fundraising in a Hospice setting
• Knowledge of Donorfy

Relevant Fundraising or marketing qualification

We are looking to appoint someone who sees risk not just as a challenge to avoid, but as an opportunity for kingdom impact. This role calls for someone able to blend robust yet proportionate compliance and an eye for detail, with bold, faith-shaped decision-making.

In this newly created role, you will play a key part in shaping how we coordinate policies, manage risk, and navigate complexity with both diligence and hope. You will ensure that our compliance meets or exceeds required standards, strengthening trust and relationships. You will support governance that enables wise decision-making and foster a risk management culture that both protects the organisation and recognises and seizes opportunities, all while actively pursuing and staying faithful to our calling.

• Salary: £33,000-36,000 (pro-rata) + benefits
• Location: Home-based or the option of a desk at our office in Oxford.
• Terms of appointment: Part-time (22.5 hours per week). Permanent
• Closing date: Monday 3 November at 9am
• Interview date: Interviews will be held over 10 and 11 November 2025

Key responsibilities:

• Compliance management
• Legal agreements and advisory implementation
• Risk management
• Governance support

For more information, see our application pack.

Benefits include:

• 33 days’ annual leave, including bank holidays
• Up to 5 days’ extra leave to serve on the Board of an external organisation
• Competitive contributory pension scheme
• Employer pension contributions up to 7.5%
• Fully employer-funded life assurance
• 24/7 employee assistance programme for emotional and practical support
• Tax-free home-working allowance
• Family-friendly employer
• Monthly in-person team days in Oxfordshire or the Chilterns (expenses covered)
• Hot-desking facility at Oxford office
• Fully paid-for professional development opportunities.

​It is an occupational requirement of this role that you have a clear, personal commitment to the beliefs set out in our Statement of Faith and Doctrinal Position Statement.

We are The Bike Project, a charity that collects second-hand bikes, refurbishes them and donates them to refugees and people seeking asylum in the UK. That brings better health, freedom and independence to people rebuilding their lives in the UK. That’s vital when many are living on less than £10 a week.

A bike links people to essential services, including foodbanks and legal advice, as well as the local community. 

About Us

The Bike Project is an award-winning charity which refurbishes second hand bikes and donates them to refugees.  We were founded in 2013 by, Jem Stein, after he struck up a friendship and found a bike for Adam, a Darfuri refugee who had fled his home in Sudan after war broke out.

The Bike Project has grown into a national operation with new CEO, hundreds of volunteers, a team of 20 committed staff, roadshows in different cities, an online shop and two workshops, one in the capital and one in Birmingham.

To date we have supported over 15,000 refugees and people seeking asylum by giving them a second-hand bike. In addition, we have supported hundreds through our programmes designed to build confidence and build friendships in the local community.

Duites and Responsibilities 

This role will provide maternity cover for an initial period of 12 months, with the potential for a 1–2 month extension. It will focus on developing new corporate partnerships and managing relationships with our existing corporate supporters.The role holder will work closely with the Chief Executive and Head of Fundraising, Marketing and Retail to ensure a strategic approach to the development and management of relationships with our corporate partners, enabling us to maximise the potential from them.

As well as leading income generation, the post will develop current and new corporate partnerships, providing personalised stewarding journeys.

Skills and Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience of securing income directly from corporates for charity, both winning and securing new partnerships as well as maintaining and developing existing supporters. They will be able to prioritise, manage pipelines, research, pitch and manage partnerships to increase their value.

Location

Hybrid, with one day a week working from our London (Brixton) office. Occasional travel required to Birmingham, evening or weekend work.

Benefits and Perks

As a small and agile charity, we thrive on creativity and are quick to implement fresh ideas. You’ll have the chance to witness the tangible difference your work makes through regular donation sessions at our London and Birmingham workshops.

At The Bike Project, we offer a fantastic benefits package, including:

· Extended family leave (eligibility requirements)

· 25 days of annual leave (Pro-rated)

· Access to the Reward Hub

· An Employee Assistance Programme

· A pilot scheme for a nine-day fortnight is currently underway

We warmly welcome applications from disabled and global majority candidates, as well as individuals with lived experience of the refugee or asylum system.

The Application Process

To apply, please submit a CV and a short cover letter. Interviews will take place in two stages. Shortlisted candidates may be asked to complete a short task. Closing date: 09/11

Be part of something truly inspiring.

The Orpheus Centre is an award-winning charity that supports disabled young adults aged 18–25 to live independent, fulfilling lives through the performing and visual arts. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted, we are driven by our values — joyful, bold, inclusive, resilient and determined — and a vision of an inclusive world where every young person can achieve their aspirations.

We are now seeking a strategic, values-led Director of Finance to join our Senior Leadership Team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our organisation.

Salary: £72,000 – £77,000 (depending on experience)

Hours: 35 hours per week, 52 weeks per year

Location: Godstone, Surrey (onsite with some flexibility)

Contract: Permanent

About the Role

You’ll lead the financial strategy, planning and operations for the Orpheus Centre, ensuring sustainability, transparency and compliance while enabling innovation and growth. Reporting directly to the CEO and working closely with Trustees and senior leaders, you will:

• Provide strategic financial leadership and insight to drive organisational success.
• Oversee all aspects of financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, reporting and audit.
• Ensure compliance with The Charity Commission, HMRC and Companies House regulations.
• Lead on procurement, risk management and digital transformation in finance systems.
• Manage investments and oversee capital and operational budgets.
• Lead and develop a small, high-performing finance team.

This is a hands-on and highly influential role for someone who thrives on both strategic planning and operational excellence.

About You

You’ll be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with significant experience in senior financial leadership — ideally within the charity and/or education sector.

You will bring:

• Strong understanding of charity SORP, financial governance and regulatory frameworks.
• Experience working with Boards and governance structures.
• Proven ability to deliver strategic financial planning and risk management.
• Excellent communication, leadership and influencing skills.
• A proactive, future-focused approach and commitment to Orpheus’ values and mission. 

Why join Orpheus?

• At Orpheus, you’ll join a joyful and inclusive community that values creativity and collaboration. We offer:
• The opportunity to play a key role in an Outstanding organisation.
• A collaborative leadership environment with real impact.
• A supportive and passionate team culture.
• Ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Free parking on our beautiful Surrey campus.

Join us in making a lasting difference in the lives of young disabled people through the power of the arts.

Safeguarding & Equality

Orpheus is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. All posts are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and satisfactory references. This post is classed as having a high degree of contact with vulnerable adults and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

As part of our safer recruitment process and in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, online searches may be undertaken as part of due diligence.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

In order to be considered you must be eligible to work in the UK.

The Orpheus Centre is proud to be a disability confident employer.

We have made a positive commitment to employing disabled people. Reasonable adjustments will be made to the recruitment procedure as required in consultation with the applicant to ensure no-one is disadvantaged because of their disability. If a disabled person is selected for a position, reasonable adjustments will be made to the workplace, including premises and equipment, work duties and practices or policies, as appropriate. All disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role as set out in the role profile and person specification will be guaranteed an interview.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we are:

• Challenging attitudes towards disability
• Increasing understanding of disability
• Removing barriers to disabled people and those with long-term health conditions
• Ensuring that disabled people have the opportunities to fulfil their potential and realise their aspiration

Applications will be reviewed as we receive them and if a suitable candidate is identified, we reserve the right to close our advert sooner.

Location:  Hybrid working - Part London office-based and part home working. The post holder will work a minimum of one day a week in the office. 

Salary: £35,225 per annum 

Hours: 35 hours per week 

Closing date: Tuesday 28 October 202510.00am 

Interview date: Tuesday 4 November on Teams. Please note that there may be a second stage in person on Friday 7 November.

This is a permanent role. 

Please note that we reserve the right to hold interviews earlier so please apply as soon as possible. 

Who we are looking for 

We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly organised individual to join our growing Individual Giving Team as a Senior Individual Giving Officer. You will work on creating our Individual Giving appeals, writing compelling communications which will inspire and drive income. You should have experience of working in a charity environment, and be able to manage multiple projects simultaneously to tight deadlines and budgets.

Experience required 

You’ll have previous experience of: 

• Managing direct marketing campaigns in a charity environment.

• Leading projects from start to finish within given budgets and timescales.

• Creating compelling and professional communications for a variety of audiences and channels. 

• Analysing campaign results and using insight to optimise future campaigns.

• Collaborative working with multiple internal and external partners to deliver campaigns. 

About Breakthrough T1D 

Breakthrough T1D is the world’s leading charitable research funder into type 1 diabetes, improving lives until we find the cure. We are dedicated to our 400,000 strong type 1 community in the UK and work closely with our international affiliates across the world, including the US, Canada and Australia. 

You will find a vibrant atmosphere and spirited team at Breakthrough T1D, always striving to make a difference to people living with type 1. 

Employee benefits 

As an employer we offer: 

• Hybrid working arrangements 

• Flexible working and will consider compressed hours 

• Generous annual leave entitlement – 25 days per year plus bank holidays for full-time staff with leave increasing after three and five years’ service 

• Health cash plan that allows you to claim for some treatments such as dental, optical and physiotherapy treatment 

• Season ticket and cycle loan 

• Pension scheme 

• Family-friendly policies – maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave at enhanced rates 

• Personalised training to suit your career aspirations and professional development 

Breakthrough T1D is an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, disability, religious belief, sexual orientation or age.