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Mental Wellbeing Manager
Job Summary:
The Mental Wellbeing Manager will lead Manor Gardens’ culturally competent, trauma-informed mental health work with young men aged 18–25 funded by City Bridge Foundation, and oversee our wider wellbeing programme, funded through other sources including individual giving. They will be responsible for delivering early intervention and therapeutic support for young men from Black and minoritised backgrounds and refugees and asylum seekers, while also managing the delivery of a broader programme of community wellbeing activities for adults.
The postholder will line-manage two Activities Workers and have oversight of a pool of sessional staff and volunteers delivering peer support, group activities, and therapeutic interventions. This role requires a strong understanding of mental health, experience in group and 1-to-1 support, and a commitment to culturally competent, person-centred approaches.
About Manor Gardens Welfare Trust
Manor Gardens Welfare Trust (MGWT) is a health and wellbeing charity based in Islington, supporting communities for over 100 years. Our mission is to reduce health inequalities and empower people to take control of their lives through culturally competent, trauma-informed, and person-centred services. We provide accessible support in multiple languages and work with people experiencing multiple disadvantages, including poverty, poor mental health, social isolation, and barriers to accessing essential services.
We deliver a wide range of services including advocacy, mental health support, youth work, and wellbeing activities. Our approach is rooted in co-production and lived experience, and we work closely with local partners across statutory and voluntary sectors to improve outcomes for underserved communities.
Our core values are:
· Resilience – building strength and adaptability to meet challenges.
· Inclusivity – ensuring everyone feels valued and respected.
· Empowerment – enabling individuals to take control of their lives.
· Teamwork – fostering collaboration and mutual support.
Reporting to:
Director of Services and Development
Hours:
28 hours per week
Salary:
NJC Scale PO1 point 28 - 31 (£40,641- £43,450) pro rata
Liaison with:
Clinical Lead, Service Managers, staff, volunteers, community members, local partners including Camden and Islington NHS Foundation Trust (CANDI), Islington Public Health, Metropolitan University, VCS groups and other stakeholders.
Role Overview and Purpose:
The Mental Health Nurse is a key member of our team, focused on delivering high-quality mental health services to young men in the community. This role requires a proactive approach to engage with individuals who have not previously accessed mainstream mental health support, using culturally sensitive methods to build trust and promote mental well-being.
Key Responsibilities:
1. City Bridge Mental Health Programme Delivery (50%)
· Ensure the effective delivery of therapeutic and early intervention support for young men aged 18–25, including one-to-one and group support.
· Oversee work delivered by sessional psychotherapeutic staff and ensure quality, safeguarding, and continuity.
· Facilitate or coordinate safe, inclusive peer support spaces in community settings.
· Use culturally competent and trauma-informed practices to build trust and engagement among the target group.
· Conduct initial screening or assessments where appropriate and manage referrals to statutory and specialist mental health services.
· Collaborate closely with the Clinical Lead and Evaluation Lead to ensure the quality, safety, and effectiveness of delivery.
2. Recruit, train and support Peer Mentors
· Recruit two cohorts of 8 young bilingual adult men and women from Black, minoritised and refugee backgrounds, who have lived experience of mental ill health, exploitation, violence or traumas related to their experience of migration.
· Oversee the accredited training of 16 young adults as Peer Mental Health Mentors (two cohorts) in partnership with CANDI and ensure additional training in safeguarding, cultural competency and equalities
· Provide 121 support to Peer Mental Health Mentors and ensure they access clinical supervision
3. Management of Wellbeing Team and Sessional Staff (20%)
· Line-manage two Activities Workers responsible for delivering adult wellbeing activities (e.g. gardening, yoga, ESOL, conversation cafés).
· Provide supervision, direction, and support to ensure delivery aligns with MGWT’s values and trauma-informed approach.
· Oversee a pool of sessional facilitators and volunteers, ensuring coordination, safeguarding, and quality of delivery.
· Support co-production and ensure wellbeing activities are shaped by the voices of service users with lived experience.
4. Monitoring and Evaluation (10%)
· Maintain accurate records of all therapy sessions, assessments, and referrals.
· Collect and analyse data to evaluate the effectiveness of mental health interventions.
· Work with partners at Metropolitan University to ensure the external evaluation of the service.
· Contribute to the development of evaluation reports and share findings with key stakeholders including the All-Age Mental Health Partnership Board and Locality Leadership Boards.
5. Partnerships and Community Engagement (5%)
· Build and maintain strong relationships with local partners (e.g. CANDI, MIND, housing providers, youth and refugee organisations).
· Represent MGWT in borough-wide forums (e.g. All-Age Mental Health Partnership Board, Bright Lives Alliance).
· Promote the service through local outreach, events, and communication with community partners.
6. Organisational and Other Duties (5%)
· Contribute to MGWT-wide initiatives and cross-organisational learning and planning.
· Attend internal meetings, training, and working groups.
· Undertake other duties as reasonably required to support the effective functioning of MGWT services.
Person Specification:
Person Specification
Qualifications and Experience
· A recognised qualification in mental health or psychological support (e.g. RMN, PGDip in Psychotherapy or Counselling, Occupational Therapy (Mental Health), or other UK-recognised accreditation).
· Significant experience delivering mental health or wellbeing support to people from minoritised or refugee backgrounds.
· Experience delivering trauma-informed and culturally competent support.
· Proven experience facilitating group and 1-to-1 support in community settings.
· Experience line-managing staff or volunteers.
· Experience supporting monitoring and evaluation or working with academic evaluators (desirable).
Knowledge and Skills
· Understanding of structural and cultural barriers to accessing mental health support.
· Familiarity with tools like SWEMWBS and Brief Resilience Scale, or similar wellbeing assessments.
· Strong organisational skills, including managing caseloads and staff supervision.
· Ability to support reflective practice and provide emotional support to peers or staff.
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
· IT proficiency including data entry and case recording.
Attributes and MGWT Values Alignment
The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong alignment with MGWT’s values:
· Resilience: Emotionally robust, calm under pressure, and able to support others through complex challenges.
· Inclusivity: Culturally sensitive, anti-oppressive, and committed to accessible services for all.
· Empowerment: Committed to co-production, believing in people’s ability to grow and recover.
· Teamwork: Collaborative, respectful, and committed to supporting colleagues and service users alike.
Additional attributes:
· Self-motivated, flexible, and able to manage competing demands.
· Commitment to safeguarding, confidentiality, and ethical practice.
· Ability to work across cultures, languages, and experiences with sensitivity and humility.
· Fluency in a relevant community language (e.g. Arabic, Somali, Tigrinya, Bengali) is desirable but not essential.
Please apply by uploading a CV and a cover letter of no longer than 2 pages, outlining your motivation for applying for this post and how you fit the person specification criteria.
Because everyone should have good health, resilience and opportunity.



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Location: Islington, office-based
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Hours: Monday - Friday, 9.30am - 5.30pm (With some out-of-hours work needed for events such as our Spear Celebrations)
Salary: from £27,000
Closing date: Monday 11th August, 09.00am (We are interviewing on a rolling basis and might close the application early if we find the right candidate).
Upcoming Assessment Days: Thursday 31st July and 14th August
Application pack: Have a look at our application pack for more information about the role and Resurgo
We are now recruiting for a Lead Coach in Islington - an outstanding opportunity to work as part of a local church to deliver the Spear Programme.
You’ll be working with the local church to manage the delivery of Resurgo's award-winning Spear Programme. Over the last 20 years, Spear has supported more than 11,000 young people across the UK with the work-ready skills and mindset they need to succeed in employment, no matter the challenges they face. But we don’t want to stop there.
We believe each young person has huge potential. If you do too, and you have the skills and heart to see their lives transformed – join us.
In this role, you’ll be responsible for:
The Lead Coach is primarily responsible for overseeing the training room and group sessions with young people. You will help shape the training environment and will confidently adapt and deliver materials and sessions to work within the group’s development towards work readiness.
Delivery of Spear Programme - Group and 1:1 coaching [60%]
- Preparing and coaching Spear Foundation sessions and 1-1s, ensuring that young people are engaged, retained and work-ready by the end of this initial phase of the programme.
- Building relationships with young people on the programme and managing culture, and attitudes in the training room.
- Adapting the Spear coaching material according to the needs of the Trainees and managing behaviour effectively.
Delivery of Spear Career [20%]
- Delivering weekly Spear Career sessions (including running workshops with past Trainees), maintaining records and reporting on statistics, and creatively developing ongoing relationships with Spear Trainees.
Training the Asssistant Coach [10%]
- Contributing towards the training and developing of the Assistant Coach by modelling excellent coaching and giving regular feedback.
Trainee recruitment [10%]
- Developing relationships with Job Centres and local referral agencies to ensure that the maximum number of Spear Trainees are enrolled on each programme. This involves liaising with referral agencies, active face-to-face recruitment and monitoring recruitment statistics.
Continuous professional development
- Continually engaging in professional development, including being part of Resurgo’s wider coaching programmes and supporting the Church Partnerships Managers with overall team training and development.
Personal qualities we're looking for:
- An active Christian, passionate about personally representing the values and beliefs of Resurgo and the partner church
- You have demonstrable experience as a coach, or a background in youth work or teaching, and are keen to develop these skills further
- You have a heart for young people and releasing their potential, no matter what challenging circumstances they are facing
- Effective interpersonal skills and high emotional intelligence with a sense of humour and fun
- You are great at building relationships, with solid communication skills
- Good administrative and organisational skills, working well under pressure with the ability to prioritise workload
You’ll be employed by Hope Church Islington, who partner closely with Resurgo to deliver the Spear Programme in Islington
You can expect:
- A genuine commitment to upskilling you through impressive training opportunities:
- Support and funding to complete your professional coaching accreditation
- Progression opportunities through professional development 1-1s, and a dedicated Church Partnerships team.
- Equipping you to have autonomy in your role, through a culture of ‘high challenge, high support’
- A fun, supportive culture where you are encouraged to bring your authentic self to work
- A worshipping community, where you can pray and worship with your colleagues
- Summer and autumn staff conference days, plus a two-night Christmas retreat
A couple of things to note:
- This role requires occasional evening work, for our termly Spear Celebrations (where we celebrate our trainees as they complete the initial six weeks of the programme)
- In the event of a job offer, a DBS check will be requested.
Resurgo is a charity with a mission to transform society, of which the Spear Programme is just one part. We use our expertise in coaching and impact management to equip other organisations to cultivate change. Find out more about our work here.
With young people, with organisations, for society.




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At Ambitious about Autism we're currently looking for a Prospect Research Lead to join our team.
You will be critical in strategically driving our growth, improving practices and increasing efficiency, through guiding and supporting colleagues across the fundraising department. You will work particularly closely with the Major Donor, Trusts and Foundations and Corporate Teams to help grow pipelines and bring to the forefront the most exciting opportunities.
You'll develop processes and tools relating to prospect research, such as pipeline management and prospect propensity evaluations. You'll also lead regular pipeline review meetings to support, guide and motivate fundraisers to drive movement through pipelines.
We are looking for someone who has:
- Proven experience of identifying and qualifying potential new major donors, trusts, senior volunteers and corporates, resulting in further income for the organisation
- Proven experience in communicating effectively and presenting data, information, trends and recommendations effectively with a wide range of audiences
- Experience of forming, maintaining and growing working relationships and ability to influence and persuade
- An understanding of trends and developments across the high value fundraising sector, as well as prospect research
In return, we offer great benefits including a generous holiday allowance and commitment to continued professional development (CPD), flexible, hybrid working and more!
This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious individual who would like to work for a forward-thinking, open and honest organisation and make a real impact to the young people we work with. Please find our full recruitment pack on the link below.
If you have any questions about the role or would like to have a confidential chat, please contact James Axford, Recruitment Officer.
Ambitious about Autism is committed to fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion at every level of our organisation. We warmly welcome applications from all qualified candidates, valuing the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives they bring. We encourage applications from individuals regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or parental status, disability, or age.
Our recruitment process promotes equal opportunities, and we are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates with disabilities or additional needs throughout the recruitment process. Please contact our Recruitment Team for accommodations. We recognise disability as a physical or mental impairment that significantly and long-term affects a person's ability to perform day-to-day activities, as defined by the UK Equality Act 2010. All applications will be considered solely on merit, aligned with our mission to support autistic children and young people.
Ambitious about Autism is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. As part of our Safer Recruitment checks, an online search maybe carried out in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
The Safeguarding responsibilities of the post as per the job description and personal specification.
Whether the post is exempt from the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendment to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2021. This means that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected', so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS Filter Guidance.
We stand with autistic children and young people, champion their rights and create opportunities.

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We are an amazing local charity, supporting people across Huntingdonshire with cancer. Would you like to be involved in improving the lives of people affected by cancer?Are you well organised, with an attention to detail, who loves meeting people?
If yes, then the role of Programme Manager at HCCN might be for you!
This role is at the heart of the charity, managing delivery of existing services while developing new and innovative activities to help people with a cancer diagnosis back to independence with a renewed sense of self-esteem. You’ll be a key part of our small but mighty Operations Team.
We need our Programme Manager to:
- manage our existing portfolio of programmes and activities, ensuring that all activities are delivered according to scope, schedule, budget, safety and quality standards
- develop a new Pathway process, offering a confidential conversation with the people we support to explore the health and wellbeing support they require, and encourage them to take part in appropriate activities
- manage our community support sessions across Huntingdonshire and grow additional groups
- supervise and motivate the contractors who act as activity leaders
- engage and motivate the volunteers who support activity leaders
- ensure compliance with all relevant processes, legal requirements and standards
- ensure the charity continues to respond to the needs of the people we support
The attributes you will need:
- to act with integrity and respect - be confident, proactive, seek out and listen to what people are doing and want to do
- be creative – respond positively to what you hear, be innovative as you develop and test ideas for new services and activities
- be resourceful, think outside the box and gain support to deliver locally to meet agreed outcomes in the areas of emotional wellbeing, physical activity, nutrition and 1:1 support
- develp your budget, be aware of essential financial constraints to ensure sustainability
- know and care about people with cancer and the issues that affect them
Full training will be provided.
This role is hybrid. The successful applicant will be required to work at our central Huntingdon location Bradbury House (PE29 1UL) on 2 Fridays each month when we run our community group and hold operational meetings, as well as running groups in St Ives and Sawtry. In time, in St Neots and Ramsey as well. Occasional evening and weekend working in the Huntingdon area is required.
The time commitment is 20 hours per week.
You must live within easy reach of Huntingdon and be able to drive with your own vehicle.
The ideal person will be friendly, proactive, enthusiastic, and have great attention to detail with a genuine interest in learning new things. With opportunities for professional development and a supportive and friendly team environment, this position offers a chance to make a difference while developing your skills.
We offer pension benefits and paid holidays and sickness.
To find out more about the role and how to apply please read our job description.
At HCCN we commit to:
- Listening first - to fully understand the wants and needs of our clients and volunteers
- Maintaining confidentiality, at all times
- Remaining alert to the latest tried and tested ways to help people diagnosed with cancer
- Collaborating with reputable partner organisations – to achieve win, win, win solutions
- Ensuring we demonstrate legal and financial compliance – good governance
- Focus our passion on doing the things that will improve the quality of life of our clients
Please submit your CV with a cover letter, having answered our 3 additional questions. Interviews will be scheduled with our Chair and Operations Manager in August.
HCCN is a charity supporting people across Huntingdonshire living with or beyond a cancer diagnosis - living your best life despite cancer
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At The National Lottery Community Fund we are passionate about strengthening communities and improving lives. We are driven by our strategy, ‘It starts with community’ and its four community-led missions, as well as our equity-based approach to tackling poverty, discrimination and disadvantage. As part of our commitment to being more than a funder, we are serious about enabling collaboration, sharing best practice, amplifying the impact of our grant holders and influencing future policy making.
We are now seeking to appoint a Head of Policy Engagement to lead our engagement in Scotland with policymakers and senior sectoral stakeholders under those four community-led missions. Using your deep understanding of the political, social and policy environment in which our grant holders operate, you will ensure our funding is aligned with policy and has the greatest impact possible as well as using learning from our grant holders to influence future policy development.
You will already have well established relationships with Scottish Government, other funders and the third sector. You will use this to share learning and insight from our funding, lead consultations and identify opportunities for future collaboration.
You will be part of a policy and practice network across the Fund, working collaboratively with colleagues across the UK to develop One-Fund approaches to our missions.
We’re looking for someone who is values-driven, passionate about the Fund’s purpose and deeply committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. You will have a strong track record of influencing at a senior level and be able to articulate strategic ambitions clearly and effectively. You will also have a nuanced understanding of the role of a non-Departmental Public Body in the policy landscape and experience of working collaboratively across organisational boundaries. As a member of the Scotland Directorate Senior Management team, you will provide inspiring leadership and strategic direction to the wider team.
The role is likely to involve some travel across Scotland, as well as to other parts of the UK to connect with colleagues. We offer a flexible and supportive working environment and an excellent all-round benefits package.
Interview Date: 1-2 September – In person interviews
Location: Scotland. Our office is in Glasgow and we have a flexible, hybrid approach to working.
On application, please align your supporting statement to the criteria below
Essential Criteria
- Deep understanding of Scotland’s communities. Knowledge of the context for the third sector, the funding landscape, public policy and the people and organisations who are influential in these areas.
- Demonstrable experience in high-level engagement, influencing and senior relationship management, internally and externally.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to articulate strategic ambitions, positioning the organisation in the funding landscape and social policy debates.
- Passionate about the Fund’s purpose evidencing understanding of equity, diversity and inclusion and related best practice.
- Proven leadership skills, including the ability to inspire colleagues and work collaboratively in matrix structures.
- Strong planning and analytical skills, with expertise in research and consultation.
- Proven commitment to continuous improvement, self-reflection and personal development.
Desirable Criteria
- Clear understanding of the role of a UK-wide non-Departmental Public Body and the implications for policy and influencing.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Communities in the UK come in all shapes and sizes. National Lottery funding is for everyone – therefore, we are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and we work hard to ensure our funding reaches where it is needed.
We also believe our people should represent the communities, organisations and individuals we work with. That’s why The National Lottery Community Fund is committed to being an inclusive employer and a great place to work. We recognise and celebrate the fact that our people come from diverse backgrounds. We positively welcome applications from people from ethnic minority backgrounds, people with disabilities or longstanding health conditions, people who are LGBTQ+, and people from different socio-economic and educational backgrounds, as well as people of all ages.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we take a proactive approach in making reasonable adjustments, if needed, throughout the recruitment process and during employment. (This can be related to a physical and mental health condition.)
It starts with community.
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Portsmouth Cathedral is seeking an experienced Finance Manager on a temporary contract. Working with our new Chief Finance Officer you will support the ongoing development of our accountancy systems and processes, building on the work of the previous Finance Officer.
Key responsibilities
- Banking & Transactions: Manage Cathedral bank and investment accounts, including BACS, cheques, international payments, and reconciliations.
- Accounting Systems: Maintain financial systems (currently Sage; may transition to Xero).
- Cash Handling: Oversee cash counting and deposits.
- Cash Flow & Reporting: Monitor cash flow and produce monthly reports for the COO and CFO.
- Management Accounts: Prepare monthly accounts and review financial performance with department heads.
- Payroll: Process payroll for ~30 staff, including pensions and HMRC submissions.
- Staff Changes: Handle paperwork for new starters and leavers.
- Invoicing & Credit Control: Issue invoices, maintain credit ledger, and update CRM.
- Expenses & Transfers: Process staff reimbursements and internal transfers, including contactless income allocations.
- Reconciliations & Meetings: Prepare monthly bank reconciliations and management accounts for leadership meetings.
- Budgeting: Support annual budget preparation and reforecasting with the COO and CFO.
- Year-End Accounts: Assist the CFO in producing end-of-year financial statements.
The successful candidate will hold a formal accountancy qualification and be:
- Experienced in a similar finance role, ideally in a small charity team.
- Empathetic with the beliefs and values of the Christian faith and the aims and objectives of Portsmouth Cathedral.
- Proficient in Sage, Xero, and Microsoft 365.
- Skilled in management accounting, reporting, and payroll processing.
- A flexible team player, able to cover other finance tasks as needed and have experience of working with volunteers.
- Committed to equality, inclusivity, and ongoing training (e.g. GDPR, safeguarding).
Safeguarding
The position is subject to a Basic DBS check as well as the ongoing safeguarding training provided by the Church of England and Diocese applicable to this role.
Benefits
- Annual leave allowance of 27 days per annum (FTE) plus public holidays given pro rata for this part-time role
- Employer pension contributions of 7.5% plus employee contribution.
- Commitment to professional development and training
- Cash health plan
Portsmouth Cathedral is an Equal Opportunities Employer and a member of Inclusive Church.
Interested candidates should submit their CV along with a cover letter detailing how their experience aligns with the role’s requirements and the values of Portsmouth Cathedral. Applications should be submitted through Charity Job by midday 30th July 2025. We will interview in person at the Cathedral as suitable applications are received.
Candidates invited to interview will be required to complete an application form as part of our Safer Recruitment procedure.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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The role: We’re looking for an energetic and creative communications and marketing officer to join the team at Brake, delivering compelling digital marketing and comms campaigns that generate headlines, grow our audience, drive consistent and meaningful engagement, and generate income.
Working at the heart of a small and busy communications team, you will play an instrumental role in shaping and enhancing our digital presence.
With strong digital marketing skills and a desire to make a difference, you will nurture Brake’s social media channels – interacting with our audiences and creating eye-catching and engaging content that raises awareness of the difference we make and encourages people to support our work.
You will also support on PR and media work, supporting the team to promote Brake’s work via media outlets and manage our media database. You’ll respond to media enquiries and arrange interviews for our campaigns team, helping secure coverage that supports our strategic objectives and leads to meaningful engagement.
About Brake: Brake is a renowned and respected road safety charity with a 30-year history dedicated to supporting people affected by road crashes and advocating for safer streets.
Why this role is important: Every 20 minutes, someone is killed or seriously injured on UK roads. For families affected, the emotional and practical challenges are immense. Brake provides trauma-informed care to individuals and families suffering from the sudden bereavement or life-altering injury of a loved one and campaigns tirelessly for positive change to prevent future collisions and save lives. This role will play a vital part in raising the profile of our work and effecting positive change for a safer future on our roads.
What we offer:
- A generous 35 days of annual leave (including bank holidays and 3-day end of year shutdown)
- Birthday day off
- Flexible working (choose a working pattern to suit you between the hours of 8am-6pm Mon-Fri)
- Enhanced sick pay and compassionate leave
- Death in service benefit
- Pension
- Employee Assistance Programme
- A rewarding role with purpose
- Be part of a skilled, friendly team with an engaged Board of Trustees
- Opportunity to attend prestigious events such as the Brake annual reception and awards (if you want to)
Who we're looking for:
You will have at least one year of experience working in digital marketing, ideally within the UK charity sector. You will also have great organisational skills, a genuine desire to make a difference and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
Essential Requirements:
· Minimum one year experience working in a communications and marketing role within a charity setting, or equivalent, with a proven track record of driving audience growth and engagement.
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience creating content for varied audiences across different digital platforms.
· Good organisational skills with the ability to manage a varied workload, working on multiple projects.
· Ability to work both independently and in a team, with a positive, problem-solving approach.
· Comfortable using CRM systems and digital tools (e.g. Hootsuite, Mailchimp, Donorfy)
· Experience using analytics tools (Google Analytics, social platform insights)
· Strong attention to details especially in writing and data entry
· Good knowledge of GDPR compliance and data protection best practice
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion: Brake is passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that values diversity. We’re committed to supporting employees to achieve a good work/life balance and flexible around caring commitments. We welcome your application whatever your background or situation. We particularly welcome applications from those who are part of the global majority, the LGBTQIA+ community or disabled. We are proud to be a disability confident employer. We don’t want you to ‘fit’ our culture, we want you to enrich it. So, if you have a passion for making a difference and share in our vision for a world where no one is killed on our roads, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now: If you're up for a new challenge and have the skills, apply now by sending your CV and cover letter. We encourage cover letters in alternative formats such as videos or presentations, you can send these directly to our recruitment inbox.
Not for traffic offenders: Due to the nature of our work we can't accept applications from traffic offenders. Candidates will be asked to disclose whether they have any unspent points on their licence at screening/interview.
Questions? If you would like to discuss the role further, please get in touch, we'd love to chat.
We're happy to receive your cover letter in an alternative format such as a short video.
We work to stop road deaths and injuries, support people affected by road crashes and campaign for safe and healthy mobility for all.


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Harris Hill is delighted to be partnering with The Rochester Bridge Trust in their search for a Grants & Outreach Manager.
The Rochester Bridge Trust is a historic and independent charity that has provided and maintained free-to-use crossings over the River Medway since 1399. Today, it continues this legacy with a net-zero approach and a strong charitable programme supporting engineering education, heritage, and the environment.
Salary: £38,000 per annum, plus great benefits.
Contract: Full, time, permanent. 4-day working week Monday- Thursday, (office closed on Fridays)
Location: Rochester, Kent. On site 4 days a week, with some flexibility to WFH in the future.
As Grants & Outreach Manager, you will play a key role in delivering and developing the Trust’s charitable work. This includes managing outreach and grant-funded projects, leading stakeholder engagement, and delivering the Trust’s Scholarship and Alumni programmes. You’ll also support internal teams with project management and evaluation to ensure real impact.
Key requirements:
- Strong project management experience (qualification such as PRINCE2 or PMP desirable).
- Proven ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders, from schools to sector leaders.
- Experience in grants management and programme evaluation.
- Confident communicator with excellent written and verbal skills.
- Skilled in budget management and IT (especially MS Office).
- Full UK driving licence required.
This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a historic and forward-looking organisation at the intersection of civil engineering, education, and heritage. If you're passionate about impactful outreach and are ready to help shape the next generation of engineering talent, we’d love to hear from you.
Please note, CVs are being reviewed on a rolling basis.
As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.
About The Job
At the Centre for Sustainable Energy (CSE), we’re on a mission to tackle the climate emergency and end the suffering caused by cold homes. From community energy projects to national policy work, we support people and organisations across the UK to take practical action and shape a fairer, zero-carbon future.
We’re looking for a Senior IT Manager to help us deliver secure, sustainable and people-focused IT systems, and support more than 140 colleagues to do their best work. If you’re someone who thrives on solving problems, improving processes, and helping others feel confident with tech, this is a role where your skills can make a real impact.
The role
As Senior IT Manager, you will lead on all things IT across CSE and our subsidiary, Retrofit West CIC. From supporting staff day-to-day to managing our infrastructure and external support partner, you will ensure our systems are secure, fit for purpose, and evolving with our needs.
You will sit within the Finance & Operations team and be part of CSE’s Senior Management Team (SMT), working closely with our Director of Finance & Operations. While you won’t directly manage staff, you will collaborate with the Operations Officers and support colleagues across every part of the organisation.
Your responsibilities will include:
· Managing our internal IT systems, tools and infrastructure.
· Being the main contact for our external IT support provider.
· Supporting colleagues with advice, onboarding, and day-to-day tech issues.
· Acting as CSE’s effective Data Protection Officer (training provided).
· Maintaining cyber security and overseeing our Cyber Essentials compliance.
· Supporting our bespoke in-house databases and CRM systems.
· Advising on IT procurement and platform decisions.
· Contributing to business continuity planning and risk management.
· Promoting sustainability and best practice across IT operations.
· This is a practical, hands-on role where you’ll help us run smoothly, safely, and sustainably - while also contributing to longer-term planning and improvements.
Who you are
You are calm under pressure, process-minded, and focused on making things work better. You enjoy working across teams, finding simple solutions to complex problems, and supporting others to use technology with confidence.
You will bring:
· Experience managing IT systems, infrastructure and external providers.
· Working knowledge of GDPR and cyber security best practice.
· Familiarity with platforms such as Microsoft 365, SharePoint, and cloud services.
· Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage risk and prioritise effectively.
· A people-focused approach- patient, clear and collaborative.
What success looks like in this role
This role is central to keeping our systems secure, stable and supportive of colleagues across CSE. We are looking for someone who can confidently take ownership, work independently, and continuously improve how we deliver IT.
In the first 6–12 months, success might include:
· A clear, well-documented overview of CSE’s IT systems and infrastructure.
· Smooth and reliable day-to-day IT support across the organisation, with positive feedback from staff.
· Effective working relationship with our external IT provider, with clear processes and expectations in place.
· Cyber Essentials accreditation maintained and compliance confidently overseen.
· Risks, dependencies and continuity plans identified and managed.
· Practical support provided to colleagues across departments, especially around internal databases and platforms.
· Recommendations in place for any long-term system or hardware improvements.
We are looking for someone who can build on strong foundations, while helping us work smarter and stay secure as we grow.
About us
CSE is a national charity based in Bristol with a clear mission: to tackle the climate emergency and end the suffering caused by cold homes. We believe in a future where everyone can live in a warm, healthy home powered by a fair and sustainable energy system - and we work with people, organisations and communities to help make that a reality.
Our team of over 140 staff brings together a wide range of expertise, from energy advice and community engagement to software development, data science and policy advocacy. We collaborate across teams and disciplines to deliver practical change, and we’re proud of our independence, integrity and commitment to social justice.
We’re always looking for people who care deeply about social and environmental justice and who enjoy working collaboratively to make practical change happen.
What we offer
Working at CSE means being part of a supportive, purpose-driven team, where your skills contribute to real social and environmental change. We offer:
· Salary: £47,508 – £55,953 (Salary Grade I)*
· Pension: Ethical company pension scheme - 8% employer / 6% employee contributions
· Holiday: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
· Flexibility: TOIL (time off in lieu) for out-of-hours work, and flexibility to support work–life balance (role dependent)
· A commitment to supporting your career progression and continued development
· A range of staff-led groups, including our Employee Voice and EDI working group
Wellbeing:
o Health Cash Plan
o Life Assurance
o Enhanced sick pay
o Access to retail discounts and discounted breakdown cover
o Employee support programme
o Staff activities like yoga at lunch and a book club
Financial support & lifestyle benefits:
o Tech Scheme
o Cycle to Work Scheme (promoting sustainable commuting)
A values-led workplace:
o Friendly, collaborative team culture
o Purpose-driven work that supports people and the planet
o We are a Living Wage Employer and a Disability Confident Employer
* The salary for the post will be on Scale I (£47,508– £55,953). Starting salary is expected to be at the lower end of the range with precise level depending on skills, relevant experience, and qualifications. A suitably qualified and experienced applicant should expect to find themselves closer to the middle of the range following successful completion of their 6-month probationary period. Subsequent movement is dependent on annual appraised performance against the defined job description for the post.
Our office is based in central Bristol, close to public transport links.
Our culture and values
At CSE, our values shape how we work together and with others. We look for these qualities in all our staff and expect them to guide day-to-day work and relationships. These include:
Commitment to CSE: Reflecting our charitable purpose, vision and strategic objectives in your work, and contributing to a culture where everyone feels welcomed, valued and able to belong.
Collaboration: Sharing knowledge and experience generously, valuing others’ contributions, and communicating with openness and respect.
Conscientiousness: Taking responsibility for your work, delivering to the best of your ability, and working to improve while caring for CSE’s resources and reputation.
Initiative: Looking for ways to improve outcomes, solve problems and try new approaches, while responding flexibly to change and supporting others to do the same.
Application procedure
To apply, please complete CSE’s application form, available at our website. We will also consider CVs (maximum 3 pages) accompanied by a supporting letter, if preferred. However, all applications should clearly demonstrate how your skills and experience meet the person specification outlined in the job description. CSE anonymises all applications prior to shortlisting.
Application deadline: 9am, Monday 28th July 2025
If you do not hear from us by the 6th of August 2025, please assume your application has not been successful.
Interviews:
Initial online interviews will take place during the week commencing Monday 4th August 2025.
Candidates invited to a second round will be interviewed in person at our Bristol offices during the week commencing Monday 11th August 2025.
Applications should be sent:
By email to our jobs @ cse .org .uk email
By post to: Reception, Centre for Sustainable Energy, St James Court, St James Parade, Bristol BS1 3LH
If you require any reasonable adjustments to take part in the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials or accessible meeting spaces), please let us know and we’ll be happy to accommodate your needs.
CSE is committed to being an inclusive, diverse and non-judgmental workplace. We welcome applications from everyone, regardless of background or identity. We particularly encourage applications from people whose experiences or communities are underrepresented in our organisation or the wider workforce - including people from racially or ethnically minoritised backgrounds, disabled people, LGBTQ+ people, and those from lower socio-economic backgrounds.
We know that people sometimes hesitate to apply for roles unless they meet every requirement. If this role excites you but you’re not sure you meet every single point in the person specification, we’d still love to hear from you.
Please note that at this time we do not require assistance from recruitment agencies.
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This is an important strategic role within our organisation. You will lead the Welcome to All partnership of 10 organisations which supports displaced people in Somerset. You will also provide line management for the managers of the CCS Welcome Hub provision.
You will work with the Head of Programmes, our Commissioners, community leaders, delivery partner organisations and wider stakeholders to ensure that the Welcome to All programme delivers our strategic goals and that we are collaborating effectively with statutory and community based partners, including the wider VCFSE sector.
You will be a key member of the Programmes Team, and will work with our Senior Programmes Manager, Village Agent Programme Manager and Somerset Diverse Communities Programme Manager to ensure that all of our community development work is well integrated; and we are making the most of opportunities, internal and external that will help to improve quality of life for individuals and communities in Somerset.
We enable change by listening, responding to need and building connections between people and communities.




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Do you have experience working in the Scottish policy landscape? Are you passionate about driving meaningful change in mental health and suicide prevention policy? Do you want to make a real difference in people’s lives across Scotland?
Samaritans is looking for a dynamic and experienced Policy Manager to lead our policy and influencing work in Scotland.
- £39,000 - £41,500 per annum
- Permanent
- Full time (35 hours per week) with flexible working
- Hybrid working: Linked to our Edinburgh office with home and office working
About the Role
As Policy Manager, you’ll play a pivotal role in our mission to reduce suicide. You’ll lead the development of evidence-based policy positions, influence national and local decision-making, and ensure our voice, and the voices of people with lived experience, are heard at the highest levels. This is an exciting time to join Samaritans Scotland, as we are a lead partner in Scotland’s national suicide prevention strategy, working closely with the Scottish Government and other partners to deliver the actions in the strategy and reduce lives lost to suicide in Scotland.
Working closely with the Head of Policy and Communications, you’ll manage a Policy & Engagement Officer and collaborate with colleagues across the UK and Ireland.
Your role will be challenging and rewarding. You’ll be positive, engaging and passionate, with motivational strengths which will enable you to lead and drive your team and inspire colleagues, external stakeholders, and people who want to stand alongside us in pushing for change. You’ll play a key role in ensuring we influence with one voice and help drive change to support suicide prevention.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the development of policy positions and research to support suicide prevention in Scotland.
- Manage and mentor a Policy & Engagement Officer.
- Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders including government, public bodies, and the voluntary sector.
- Represent Samaritans externally, including at national forums and events.
- Develop and deliver influencing strategies, including responses to consultations and parliamentary inquiries.
- Ensure the voices of volunteers and people with lived experience are central to our policy work.
What We’re Looking For
Essential:
- Extensive experience in policy development and influencing within a Scottish context.
- Strong understanding of mental health, suicide prevention, and/or inequalities.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Proven ability to manage people and projects effectively.
- Experience working collaboratively across teams and sectors.
Desirable:
- Background in mental health or suicide prevention.
- Experience of working with people with lived experience to inform policy.
- Knowledge of the Scottish voluntary sector and charity landscape.
Why Join Us?
At Samaritans, we believe fewer lives should be lost to suicide. You'll be part of a supportive and inclusive workplace that values innovation, resilience, and collaboration. Enjoy a hybrid working environment, professional development opportunities, and the chance to make a real difference.
Working at Samaritans:
For further information about Samaritans, including our charity structure, values, employee benefits, and application process, please read our recruitment brochure. You can also access it on our careers page.
Being Inclusive:
We recognise the enormous benefits and the social justice imperatives of ensuring diversity at every level of our organisation. Samaritans is wholly committed to inclusion and diversity and to building a culture and environment where everyone is appreciated for the unique person they are. To ensure Samaritans is representative of those we support and who support us, we particularly welcome applications from disabled, racialised minority and LGBTQ+ candidates, as these people are under-represented at Samaritans.
Application:
If this sounds like the opportunity for you, please upload your CV and a cover letter, outlining your motivations for applying and why you think you would be a great fit for the role. Applications close at 9 am on Tuesday 5 August. Interviews taking place from 14 August.
Whilst we appreciate that the use of generative AI functions like ChatGPT is quickly becoming part of working life for many people, through our recruitment process we want to see your own unique ideas and writing skills. We want your application to stand out from the rest and showcase your own strengths. Therefore, we kindly ask that you don’t rely on AI tools for your application answers, cover letter or to generate interview answers.
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Commercial Compliance Manager
Sue Ryder supports people at the most difficult times of their lives
Are you an experienced fundraising compliance professional with a proven track record in developing and implementing strategic plans, along with creating supporting policies, processes, and training programs?
Sue Ryder has an exciting opportunity to support the development and implementation of a compliance framework across all commercial operations (fundraising and retail) at Sue Ryder that will drive the future of one of the largest and most recognisable UK healthcare charities so we can continue to provide 2.7 million hours of expert medical, practical, bereavement and emotional support every year, in our hospices, in people's homes and in the community.
The Role
Reporting to the Head of Commercial Support and Governance, the role works alongside the Fundraising Supporter Services and Standards Manager, Retail Operations Manager and Retail Support & Projects Manager. The role will work closely with key stakeholders across Sue Ryder predominantly to focus on fundraising operational compliance and provide leadership and assurance guidance for Retail and other commercial operations that Sue Ryder develop in the future.
You will support the development and implementation of a compliance framework across fundraising operations at Sue Ryder which includes, maintaining awareness of external legal and regulatory requirements, engaging stakeholders to review and update policies, work with subject matter experts to create compliance processes and training.
You will also build and maintain reporting and other mechanisms which clearly identify where assurance is available or where not, providing leaders with data to focus on improving compliance.
Key Responsibilities:
• Develop a compliance plan with agreed assurance levels, including audits, SLA and KPI reporting, and comprehensive documentation for ongoing commercial fundraising and retail operations.
• Review and update all compliance policies and procedures, recommending and gaining agreement with subject matter experts for appropriate review periods.
• Ensure adequate training resources are available for compliance related matters and ensure regular reporting to monitor compliance and inform managers and ensure compliance is embedded in campaign planning and execution. Review, advise and sign off all fundraising materials sent out across Sue Ryder with subject matter experts.
• Work with stakeholders to build and deliver an ongoing compliance communications plan and strategy
You will have
• Expert knowledge of the CAP code, General Data Protection Regulation, Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR), Code of Fundraising Practice and other charity requirements set by the ICO, the Fundraising Regulator, Gambling Commission’s Licence Conditions and Code of Practice and HMRC Gift Aid Standards.
• Proven experience of creating and reviewing policies and guidance in a fundraising or retail environment.
• Experienced in implementing reporting mechanisms (SLA/KPIs) using multiple data sources and systems and internal and external audit processes and risk management.
• Understand and have experience of project management processes.
• Excellent teamwork, emotional intelligence, and leadership skills.
• Able to develop a network of relationships across the organisation to deliver objectives as a skilled negotiator able to influence and motivate others
• Capable of managing competing priorities to meet business need, balancing risk and commercial benefit
Competitive Benefits Package
• 27 days holiday rising to 33 with length of service plus bank holidays (pro rata if part-time)
• Company pension scheme
• Staff discount with thousands of retailers
• Refer a Friend scheme - £250 payment
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
• Access to Employee support programme
• Employee Networks - LGBTQ+, Ethnic Diversity and Equality, People with Disabilities, Women and Non-Binary Individuals
• and lots more. Please visit our careers website for the full list.
Closing date: 3rd August
Interview/Assessment date: 12th August (London)
We aim to give all candidates the opportunity to perform at their best during our recruitment process. Please let us know if you require any adjustments at any stage by contacting
If you want more than just a job, we want you.
Join the team and be there when it matters.
Sue Ryder is here to make sure everyone approaching the end of their life or living with grief can access the support they need. There is no one size fits all when it comes to how we cope and the help we need, but with our support, no one has to face dying or grief alone. We are there when it matters.
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Digital and Marketing Manager (Strategy)
Reports to: Director of Advocacy and Influence
Manages: Content Specialist
Salary: £43-48K
Location: Remote working in the UK, with travel required to our London office for meetings and for events, as required. Must have the right to work in the UK.
Working Pattern: 35 hours per week. We promote and encourage flexible working all types, in line with our flexible working policy
Benefits: 25 days’ annual leave per annum; additional three days’ closure over Christmas; employer pension contribution 6-8%, employee matching contribution min 2%; Employee Assistance Programme; we fund and encourage Continuing Professional Development.
Application Deadline: Monday 4 August 23:59.
About Us:
Population Matters is a growing UK charity with a global remit. We are a dedicated small organisation of individuals who has big ambitions. We adopt a can-do approach and belief to implementing our vision - a world in which our human population lives fairly and sustainably with nature and each other.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Manage all digital channels, encompassing website, email and social media, including delivery of strategy targets.
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Working alongside the fundraising team, drive measurable supporter acquisition, engagement and retention activity across digital platforms, employing a test and learn approach and scaling for optimisation.
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Drawing on your digital and marketing strategic knowledge work with the Content Specialist and Fundraising team and others, to inform and manage the creation of online and offline communications assets, including idea generation, writing, editing, proof-reading, fact-checking, and basic design to strengthen our influence among strategic audiences and media.
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Monitor digital and marketing trends and industry standards to ensure best practice and advise on new digital initiatives and innovation.
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Ensure adherence to Population Matter’s digital and social media security measures.
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Management of digital and marketing budget.
For the full person spec and duties and responsbilities please refer to the attachement below.
To apply: Please share your CV (no more than 2 pages) and your response to the following question: Please provide: ‘An example of a multi-platform digital and marketing strategy you led on. Please include: What made it effective? Which platforms did you use and with which methods? How did you use audience insights to inform your digital strategy? What would you have done differently?’ (max 800 words)
Interviews: First round of interviews will be held on 13th August 2025 and second round week beginning 18th August 2025.
Please ensure you answer the screening questions before you submit your application with your C.V.
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Hearing Dogs for Deaf People – Corporate Partnerships Manager – New Business
Location: Options for role to be site-based (Buckinghamshire or East Yorkshire), hybrid or home-based contract with regular UK travel for meetings and pitches.
Salary: £55,000 per annum.
Contract: Permanent, full-time hours.
Hearing Dogs for Deaf People, whose mission is to see a time when no deaf person feels alone, is seeking a Corporate Partnerships Manager to identify, secure and shape new strategic corporate relationships that will help drive income and awareness at scale.
Hearing Dogs for Deaf People has been creating life-changing partnerships between hearing dogs and deaf recipients since 1982. As well as acting as an ear to their partners and alerting them to sounds, the charity’s clever and expertly trained dogs help deaf people to live life with confidence and independence, whilst providing love, companionship and emotional support.
Following on from a strategic review, the charity is now looking to build a new Income Generation Directorate, to enable them to transform many more lives across the UK. This role will be critical to help Hearing Dogs reach their goals to diversify income, expand their portfolio and build a robust, diverse pipeline of high-value corporate support.
Reporting to the Head of Corporate Partnerships, this role will take a lead on identifying, cultivating and converting new corporate partners to support Hearing Dogs. The post-holder will be responsible for driving the development of tailored, high-impact proposals and pitches to engage relevant companies and secure strategic, multifaceted partnerships that align with the charity’s mission and plans for growth.
The successful candidate will have a strong background in building long-term successful corporate partnerships and a track record in securing multiple six-seven figure sums from partnerships and delivering against income targets. You will have an entrepreneurial approach to your work alongside strong communication, interpersonal and communication skills. You will also have excellent networking and research abilities, with a methodical approach to pipeline development.
This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the future of Hearing Dogs for Deaf People with strategic partnerships that can drive impact, with the flexibility of working remotely or spending time at Hearing Dogs’ stunning bases in Buckinghamshire or Yorkshire, with friendly and passionate staff and their four-legged friends.
If you want to lead the pack and help deaf people live well with hearing loss Please download our Candidate Pack for further information [PDF], which includes details on how to apply.
Closing date: Monday 4th August, 9.00 am.
Job Title: Grants Officer (Associate), Europe
Location: This role is open to candidates based in the following European countries where we have the capacity to employ staff: France, Germany, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland. Please note we currently do not have the infrastructure to support VISA/right-to-work sponsorship and you must be living and authorised to work in these locations
Reports to: Grants Programme Manager
Employment Type: 12 months Fixed Term Contract (FTC) with the possibility of extension
Hours per week: 37.5 - 40 hours/ week (depending on location)
Compensation at an Associate level : £40,934 - £50,759. Salaries are benchmarked to the country of residence and mapped to years of experience. Please note that to counter inequity, salaries at CPI are non-negotiable.
Closing Date: Friday 8th August 2025, 23:59 (11:59pm) British Summer Time
About the Centre for Public Impact (CPI):
At the Centre for Public Impact, we believe in the transformative potential of government to improve lives and create better outcomes for all. Yet, we recognize that many of today’s government systems, structures, and processes are not yet designed to address the complex challenges of our time. That’s why we are committed to reimagining government- working towards systems that truly serve everyone, equitably, and effectively.
As a not-for-profit organization founded by the Boston Consulting Group, we act as a learning partner for governments, public servants, and a diverse network of change makers. Though we are a small organisation, our global footprint is expansive. We have dedicated and innovative teams in Asia, Australia/Aotearoa New Zealand, Europe and North America. We are all aligned by our Global Hub operational team who provide people & culture, operational, finance, and communications partnership across the regions.
CPIE was founded in 2020 and our culture is founded on the values and principles within our vision for government. So in everything we do we aim to be humble, open, empathetic, authentic, trusting and trustworthy, curious and to champion diversity and inclusion. We continually experiment with ways to embody our values, striving to share power and devolve decision-making to those best placed to make the decision. We challenge traditional hierarchies, adopt a strengths-based approach, and prioritise mutual support.
Our Values:
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Curiosity - We champion exploration and creativity.
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Courage - We are authentic and brave in our decisions and actions.
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Collaboration - We share power and work together.
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Empathy - We embrace others’ perspectives and experiences.
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Equity - We disrupt systemic barriers to shift power.
The AI Opportunity Fund:
The AI Opportunity Fund, led by the Centre for Public Impact with support from Google . org, is currently a €16 million initiative aimed at empowering underserved workers across Europe with essential AI skills. The programme has selected 73 organisations from hundreds of applications to provide tailored AI training to 20,000 workers across 24 European countries. These organisations focus on diverse communities, including rural job seekers, underemployed women, and public sector workers, aiming to bridge the digital divide and promote economic resilience. The initiative underscores AI's potential to drive social mobility and equitable growth across the continent. We are also hoping to scale our work in this area in the future.
Position Overview:
At CPI we believe people are at the heart of our success. We are seeking a Grants Officer (Associate) based in Europe to join our CPI Europe (CPIE) team. Your role is critical in ensuring the smooth delivery of the AI Opportunity Fund. This role is responsible for the effective administration of grants including ongoing due diligence and accurate record keeping, contributing to assessing proposals and organisations, stewarding and maintaining effective relationships with grantees and wider partners, and ensuring compliance, timely reporting and payments. This role does not involve managing others.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Grant Strategy & Development
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Contribute to shaping the strategy, design and execution of the AI Opportunity Fund.
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Support Management to ensure excellent donor stewardship of Google . org, building their confidence in CPIE as a thought and delivery partner.
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Work collaboratively with programme teams to gather necessary information, data, and insights for compelling letters of inquiry, grant applications and contract bids.
2. Grant Management & Compliance
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Oversee the implementation of awarded grants and contracts, ensuring adherence to donor guidelines, reporting requirements, and project targets and timelines.
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Actively manage programmatic risks and conduct ongoing due diligence on grantee and wider partners to ensure compliance.
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Prepare and submit accurate and timely grant reports to key stakeholders in collaboration with finance and programme teams.
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Monitor grant budgets and expenditures, flagging any discrepancies or potential issues.
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Serve as the primary point of contact for grantees, fostering positive relationships, triaging and addressing inquiries and supporting them to deliver effectively.
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Identify and escalate issues in a timely manner, actively participate in proposing and implement solutions.
3. DEIB & Collaborative Working
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Actively contribute to a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and belonging (DEIB) culture by embracing different perspectives and fostering an environment of respect.
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Support cross-team collaborative efforts to strengthen the grants administration and monitoring systems, processes and procedures.
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Share knowledge and best practices with the team, contributing to a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
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Engage in open and transparent communication, providing constructive feedback and actively listening to others.
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Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with current and prospective funders, grantees and wider partners, understanding their interests and priorities.
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Support the wider team to convene peer learning and knowledge exchange between grantees and wider partners.
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Represent the organisation professionally in interactions with external partners, demonstrating our mission and impact.
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Participate in relevant networking events and workshops to stay informed about trends in funding and government innovation and to build connections.
This job profile isn’t intended to be an exhaustive list of your duties, rather it gives an outline of what your role will involve.
Skills & Qualifications:
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Experience of implementing grants or project management systems and processes.
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Experience of administering and managing grants including conducting due diligence and risk management.
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Knowledge of good grant making practice.
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Demonstrated ability to write and present clear, concise, and compelling proposals, briefings and reports.
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Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
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Excellent attention to detail and high levels of accuracy, particularly in reviewing grant guidelines and preparing financial information.
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Proficiency in using Customer Relationship Management Systems or databases.
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Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
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Strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of building meaningful relationships with diverse stakeholders.
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Proven ability to problem-solve and think on your feet.
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Demonstrated experience of positively embracing and adapting to change.
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Intercultural competence and proven commitment to advancing DEIB.
Salary, Benefits, and How to Apply
The salary range for this role is £40,934 - £50,759, mapped to years of experience and region. At the Centre for Public Impact, we are committed to countering pay inequality and have conducted a global compensation benchmarking process to ensure that we're paying our staff fairly and well for the roles that they hold. Therefore, salaries at CPI are non-negotiable.
CPIE offers comprehensive benefits to its employees including a range of high-quality health, dental, and vision plans; employer’s contribution to pension/retirement as applicable; dedicated professional development funds; generous paid leave and public holidays; short/long term disability, paid parental leave and extended illness leave; and a year-end organisation-wide closure. We anticipate this position will require approximately 10-15% domestic and international travel.
We use a structured review process to ensure fairness in our hiring. Please note that we are collecting CVs and cover letters instead of asking for paragraph-length answers for this recruitment. We understand applicants may use tools like ChatGPT as thought partners however, we are looking for original work that reflects your unique perspective, skills and reflections. Please do not submit content that is directly copied or heavily reliant on AI as these will be flagged and marked down. We have a team of real people who review and score your CV and cover letter and a system that helps us ensure applications maintain authenticity. Please apply by Friday 8th August 2025 23:59 (11:59pm) British Summer Time, the portal closes automatically and we will not be able to reopen it.
To advance our purpose of reimagining government so that it works for everyone, CPI seeks to attract and support a diversity of backgrounds, experience, talent and thought. For this reason, we encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. You can read our full Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Policy here. CPI is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, colour, caste, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship
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