Research and evaluation officer jobs
War Child’s mission is to reach, protect, educate, and stand up for the rights of every child living in conflict zones. They want a world that is safer for children to live in. At the moment, 1 in 5 children are living in or fleeing from conflict – that number is too high, and War Child wants to change it.
War Child is known for bold fundraising, innovative campaigns, and a culture of creativity. Their ambassadors, high-profile supporters, and superbly connected networks among investors and philanthropists give them a unique platform to engage influential donors. With a reputation for high-profile events and strong stewardship, they are now investing in a dedicated Head of Principal Giving to take this work to the next level.
Reporting into the Director of Philanthropy and Partner Engagement, you will build and lead a bold, high-impact strategy focused on cultivating deep, long-term partnerships with influential philanthropists. Working closely with senior leadership, you will be central to unlocking significant funding opportunities that align donor values with the lasting change we deliver for children living through conflict.
If you are motivated by the chance to unlock transformational support for children affected by war, this is a rare opportunity to establish and lead a new programme with the full backing of War Child’s leadership, networks, and global influence.
As Head of Principal Gifts, you will:
- Lead the development of a high-impact Principal Giving programme
- Build deep partnerships with philanthropists capable of making transformational gifts of £500k+
- Operate at the highest levels across War Child UK (WCUK) and our global alliance, engaging CEOs, trustees, ambassadors, and programme leaders to connect donor values with War Child’s most urgent priorities
- Shape major funding propositions rooted in WCUK’s ten-year strategy, inspiring exceptional support for their mission
- Benefit from strong internal backing, and new dedicated prospect research that will strengthen your pipeline and give you the insight to target opportunities with confidence
- Leverage existing pipelines of prospects and introductions, deepening relationships and converting warm networks into lasting partnerships
- Partner with the Heads of Philanthropy and Trusts & Foundations, programme directors, ambassadors, and trustees to deliver donor engagement at the highest level
Ideal skills and experience:
- A strong track record of securing gifts of at least £500k from UHNWIs
- Sophisticated relationship management skills, with the confidence and credibility to operate alongside CEOs, trustees, programme directors, ambassadors, and family offices
- Experience shaping ambitious, values-driven cases for support and stewarding long-term philanthropic partnerships
- Strategic insight, entrepreneurial drive, and the ability to build a new programme from the ground up
- A collaborative approach, able to work closely with colleagues in philanthropy, trusts and foundations, and partnerships
- Strong advisory skills, able to support and guide fundraisers across the organisation on managing principal-level partnerships
- Well versed in developing and assessing different financial models to structure transformational giving opportunities
- Ideally, a broad understanding of international philanthropy and donor motivations, with the ability to connect global priorities to transformational giving opportunities.
Employee benefits
Benefits include:
- Flexible working – War Child recognise the considerable benefits that flexible working can bring and are happy to discuss any possible flexible working options with employees from hiring. For most roles, the following types of flexibility are usually possible: flexible hours, an element of working from home, compressed hours
- Annual leave – 28 days per year (full-time), plus UK bank holidays
- Pension – all eligible employees automatically enrolled into a Group Personal Pension Plan with a 5% employer contribution, with minimum employee contribution on a salary sacrifice basis
- Health & wellbeing – employees may take advantage of a healthcare cash plan and a range of wellbeing initiatives and training. In addition, all employees have access to free, confidential one-to-one wellbeing consultations with trained counsellors.
- Learning & development – dedicated to the investment in learning and continuing professional development for all our employees
- Range of flexible benefits such a Cycle to Work scheme and season ticket loans
To register your interest in this role, please apply below with a copy of your latest CV by no later than Thursday 2nd October. A brief cover note outlining your most relevant experience, in line with the person specification, is optional bur welcomed.
Suitable candidates will be invited to a screening call and will be given in-depth support with formal application.
War Child UK are partnering with QuarterFive for this appointment.
First-round interviews will be held on Monday 13th October.
No child should be a part of war. Ever.
About us
Hastings Contemporary is a bold, independent arts charity in the heart of Hastings Old Town.
We bring inspiring art to our coastal community with an ambitious programme of exhibitions and events. We welcome everybody and aim to enrich lives by offering new experiences, supporting creativity and skills development, preserving heritage and helping our town to thrive.
With a programme anchored in ocean futures and sustainability, our exhibitions, projects and partnerships bring together artists, scientists, and communities to explore new creative frontiers – all within an award-winning building on the town’s historic fishing beach.
About the role
We are seeking a highly organised and professional Development and Events Manager to join our small team and play a pivotal role in shaping our future. The role will develop and grow our newly launched 1066 Club and strengthen our existing Membership programme, while working closely with the Head of Development to raise vital income that sustains our artistic and community programmes.
This role is an excellent opportunity for someone ready to take the next step in their fundraising career within an organisation embarking on an exciting period of transformation.
Key responsibilities include
- Manage membership and supporter schemes including administration, renewals, upgrades, CRM records, Gift Aid, payments, and mailings
- Build strong relationships with supporters, providing excellent customer service and personalised communications
- Develop and deliver strategies to grow membership and 1066 Club and increase income
- Create engaging content for newsletters, social media, website and PR to promote membership and supporter schemes
- Champion membership across the gallery, training Visitor Services staff to promote sign-ups and donations
- Plan and deliver member and supporter events, including exhibition openings
- Manage venue hire bookings
- Monitor and analyse membership and donation data, producing reports to inform strategy and track performance
- Manage data submissions for funder reporting and contribute to CRM and digital development projects
- Support trust and foundation fundraising through research, applications, and reporting
Essential skills and knowledge
- Proven fundraising and membership experience
- Strong event planning and delivery skills
- Excellent communication and networking abilities
- Highly organised with strong IT and CRM skills
- Resilient, motivated and client-focused
- Passionate about the arts and Hastings Contemporary
Benefits
- Complimentary tickets to share with friends and family, along with discounts in our shop and café
- Free entry to selected cultural organisations across Sussex and London
- Annual Leave - you will receive 25 days annual leave per year plus public holidays
- Sick pay
- Pension – 50/50 stakeholder pension up to a max of 4%
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme including fully funded 1:1 counselling service
Salary: Circa £30K per annum, depending on experience
Hours: Full time, Monday to Friday, with occasional weekend and evening work for which TOIL (time off in lieu) will be given.
Closing date: Monday 29 September, 9am
Interview date: w/c 6 October
To apply: Please download the Job Pack (attached to this listing) and to apply please send a CV, covering letter (no more than two sides of A4), demonstrating how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the job specification.
We are particularly interested in applications from people from backgrounds which are underrepresented in the museums and galleries sector, including people from low-income backgrounds, people with disabilities and people from Black, Asian and ethnically diverse backgrounds.
If you need assistance to complete your application, for example due to a disability, or if you would like to discuss the role or have questions, please contact us.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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ADVOCACY SERVICE MANAGER
Salary: £37,000 £40,000 (dependent on experience)
Location: Hybrid – Minimum 3 days per week in our South London office
Contract: Fixed-term (Maternity Cover – up to 9 months)
Rape Crisis South London (RCSL) is seeking a skilled, passionate, and professional Advocacy Manager to join our team and lead our ISVA and Casework department.
As Advocacy Manager (maternity cover), you will be responsible for overseeing the delivery of high-quality support services for survivors of sexual violence, particularly those engaging with or considering engagement with the criminal justice system. You will manage a team of ISVAs (Independent Sexual Violence Advocates), Caseworkers, and our Advocacy Operations Administrator, ensuring excellence in recruitment, induction, and training.
Reporting to the Director of Programmes, you will play a key leadership role within our organisation, working collaboratively with colleagues across our frontline services and our training and prevention teams.
What We are Looking For:
- A proven track record in people management and supporting survivors of sexual violence
- Experience working within the violence against women and girls (VAWG) sector
- A creative and collaborative approach to service development and evaluation
Additional Information:
- This post is open to women only, as allowed under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.
- We are particularly keen to hear from women underrepresented in leadership and management roles within the VAWG movement.
- All positions are based in the UK and require candidates to have the right to work in the UK.
How to Apply:
Please send your CV and a cover letter (up to 1500 words) detailing how you meet the essential and (if applicable) desirable criteria.
Please submit your application in PDF format
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications, so we encourage early submissions.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Position: Marketing & Product Lead (Maternity Cover)
Hours: Full-time (35 hours a week)
Contract: Up to 12 months fixed term contract (maternity cover)
Location: Office-based from London with flexibility to work remotely
Salary: Starting from £44,339 per annum, plus excellent benefits
Salary Band and Job Family: Band 3, Professional/Technical
You’ll start at the entry point salary of £44,339 per annum, increasing to £47,110 after 6 months service and satisfactory performance and to £49,881 after a further 6 months.
About us
We make sure people living with MS are at the centre of everything we do. And it’s this commitment that unites us across the UK.
Our strategy is based on what people affected by MS have told us is important to them. It gives us a clear and determined focus.
Our work is based on the hopes and aspirations of our MS community. Together we campaign at all levels, fund ground-breaking research and provide award winning support and information.
Our people are our greatest asset and the key to our success. We offer a vibrant, progressive working environment where you'll be able to make a difference.
About this job
In this role, you'll oversee the delivery of our marketing strategy and insight-led approach to product development for our community and events fundraising team. You'll work collaboratively with colleagues across the organisation to reach, engage, and build meaningful long-term relationships with our supporters. You'll champion an insight-driven and engagement-first approach to marketing and product development, with our audiences at its core.
You'll innovate and test new marketing channels, products, and approaches. You'll stay up-to-date with the latest marketing and sector trends and identify opportunities to ensure we can proactively respond to an evolving external environment.
A key part of your role will be to lead our team of supporter-facing Fundraising Executives and ensure they provide consistent and exceptional supporter stewardship to our incredible fundraisers.
Our role is to deliver engaging, high quality and innovative fundraising to our amazing supporters and provide an attractive, inclusive programme of events and activities throughout the year.
Please note this is a fixed term contract for up to 12 months
Closing date for applications: 9:00 on Wednesday 24 September 2025
Interested?
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Equal Opportunities
We particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities and or from ethnic minority backgrounds.
We’d be grateful if you downloaded and completed the equality and diversity monitoring form and submit it with your application.
Disability Confident Employer
We’re a Disability Confident Employer and we’re committed to promoting equality and diversity.
You can ask for reasonable adjustments as part of both our recruitment and new starter on-boarding processes.
If you need any help or adjustments to apply for this role, please contact us. You can also ask for the application materials to be sent to you in a different format. Such as for them to be sent to you by email or in a larger word format.
More about our employee benefits:
We have a wide range of employee benefits including (but not limited to):
Encouraging work life balance
- 38 days paid annual leave (including bank holidays), pro-rata for part-time
- More annual leave entitlement, based on length of employment
- Smart working options (with the opportunity to work remotely and find a smart working pattern that suits both you and us)
- Flexible working options
Caring for you and your family
- Generous sick pay entitlement
- More sick pay entitlement, based on length of employment
- Opportunity to buy and sell annual leave in each calendar year
- Free access to a GP virtually 24 hours a day/7 days a week allowing you unlimited advice, reassurance and where appropriate diagnosis
- Enhanced leave for new parents
- Free access to a confidential 24 hours a day/7 days a week helpline service for both you and your family with a specialist range of support and information
- Special leave options (such as up to 5 days paid leave for domestic or personal emergencies a year)
- 10 days paid disability leave a year, pro-rata for part-time
- 10 days paid carers’ leave a year, pro-rata for part-time
- Cycle to work scheme
- Death in service scheme
- New family-friendly benefits, including paid leave:
- In the event of miscarriage or still birth
- To support fertility treatments
- For antenatal appointments for both parents
Thinking about your finances
- Enhanced salary sacrifice pension scheme
- Discounted season ticket loan and interest-free emergency loans
- Give as you earn to support other charities of your choice before tax
- New employee portal including lifestyle savings vouchers and personal wellbeing
Enriching your life at work
- Personalised development plans with a wide range of training courses and opportunities to source additional training options with your line manager
- Yearly internal apprenticeship opportunities
- New, modern offices that embrace working together both in-person and remotely
- Various opportunities to influence how we internally operate (including surveys, and focus and committee groups)
- Active and supportive internal employee networking groups for collaboration and peer support
- 2 days paid leave a year for volunteering for MS Society activities during normal working hours (such as fundraising events, or campaigning in the local community)
- 2 days paid leave a year for volunteering with other charities during normal
Safeguarding
We’re committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of everyone who uses our services and we come into contact with.
This is regardless of Gender, Race, Disability, Sexual orientation, Religion or belief, Pregnancy, Gender reassignment.
We recognise our particular responsibility to make sure vulnerable adults and children are protected.
We have measures in place to protect everyone we come into contact with from abuse and maltreatment of all kinds.
Your right to work in the UK
You must have the right to work in the UK to work in paid employment with us. You’ll need to share documents showing you’re eligible to work in the UK if we offer you employment.
You can find the UK visas and permits granting you the right to work in the UK on the UK Government website. We currently don’t have a Sponsor Licence agreement with the Home Office and aren’t able to support you with your visa applications.
No agencies please.
To fund world-leading research, share the latest information and campaign for everyone's rights. Together we are a community. Together we can stop MS
Drive innovation in charitable impact and grant-making, improving lives and hospital experiences for children.
Applications close: 9 a.m. Monday 22nd September
Location: Hybrid/Sheffield S10 1DB (2 days per week in office)
About Sheffield Children’s Hospital Charity
At Sheffield Children’s Hospital Charity, we proudly support Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust: one of only three specialist children’s hospital trusts in the UK. For nearly 150 years, the hospital has been at the heart of our community, delivering outstanding care to children and young people across South Yorkshire, Bassetlaw and North Derbyshire, and specialist services reaching far beyond the region.
Our vision is clear: a world of excellence and innovation in children’s health. Every day, we fund projects that go beyond the NHS provision, from ground-breaking research and cutting-edge equipment to inspiring spaces and new facilities designed with children in mind.
Next year, as we celebrate our 150th anniversary, we are looking firmly to the future. We are committed to funding £5 million of transformational projects over the next 5 years; projects that directly improve the lives of the children and families who need Sheffield Children’s the most.
We are driven by our values – ACE IT: Accountability, Compassion, Excellence, Inclusivity, Together. These values guide both our culture and our impact. We are an ambitious, supportive and dynamic team where people are encouraged to grow, thrive and bring bold ideas to life.
This is an exciting moment in our story, and a unique opportunity to join us as we enter a historic year and a new era of growth. Together with our colleagues, partners and supporters, we will build on 150 years of care to create a future where every child receives the very best treatment, in the very best environment.
About the role
As Director of Impact and Charitable Programmes, you will ensure every pound raised by the Charity delivers the greatest possible benefit for children, families and staff at Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust. This new senior leadership role carries significant autonomy, overseeing the strategy and operations of the charity’s grant-making function and the Art+ team.
You will lead the team managing grant applications, from small-scale requests to major projects, ensuring funds are strategically allocated, transparently managed, and rigorously evaluated to maximise impact. Reporting to the CEO and working closely with internal colleagues, and a wide range of NHS partners, you will provide strategic oversight of key projects, monitor delivery and outcomes and embed a culture of evidence-based decision-making across the organisation.
In addition, you will lead and champion the charity-funded Art+ programme, supporting participatory arts initiatives that enhance the patient environment and contribute to creative therapeutic care.
As a visible and influential member of the Senior Leadership team, you will help shape organisational strategy, represent the charity externally and ensure governance, compliance and risk management underpin all decisions.
This is an extraordinary opportunity to lead and innovate, translating charitable support into measurable, lasting impact for children and families.
Who we are looking for
We are seeking a dynamic and strategic leader with a proven track record in delivering meaningful outcomes through grant-making or charitable programmes. You will bring expertise in monitoring, evaluation and impact measurement, translating complex data into clear, compelling impact stories.
The ideal candidate will inspire and develop high-performing teams, foster collaboration across internal teams and NHS partners, and embed a culture of evidence-based decision-making and continuous learning. A strong understanding of healthcare, creative health, or participatory arts programmes is highly desirable, alongside familiarity with capital or environmental improvement projects within complex organisations.
Above all, you will be passionate about making a tangible difference in children’s health, helping to turn charitable support into initiatives that improve lives, create better hospital environments, and inspire future donors.
Please click 'Redirect to recruiter’ to be redirected to the Peridot Partners website, where you can find full details of the candidate profile and register your interest to apply.
Applications for this role close at 9 a.m. Monday 22nd September 2025.
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Children and Young People’s Clinical Practitioner £41,000 - £44,380 dependent on experience. 17.5 hours a week Job share role, Minimum 2 days a week in the office
Rape Crisis South London is looking for a skilled and experienced professional who is passionate about improving the mental health and wellbeing of children and young people.
This is an exciting opportunity to lead on the delivery of the South West London (SWL) Child Sexual Abuse Early Emotional Support Service for the CYP service. Working closely with the NHS and Schools you will manage a small specialist counselling team ensuring high-quality, trauma informed support for our young people who have experienced sexual violence. It is essential that you have a good working knowledge of Safeguarding legislation for children and adults, as well as child development.
You will have excellent communication and organisational skills and an ability to develop partnerships with schools, families, funders and other key stakeholders. You will hold a relevant professional qualification in counselling or psychotherapy and be registered with the BACP/UKCP or equivalent. You will have significant experience of working therapeutically with children and young people, ideally in the contexts of trauma or abuse.
Responsible to the Clinical Lead for CYP you will also provide additional support in the management and allocation of referrals, as well as provide additional support and advice as required to the wider CYP Service.
The post is open to female applicants only as the role is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.
RCSL is an equal opportunities employer, and we are particularly keen to receive applications from women underrepresented in management and leadership roles in the violence against women and girls movement.
Closing date: 25th July 2025
Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. We strongly advise you to submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment,
Please submit your application in PDF format.
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The postholder will develop and lead fundraising and partnerships, raising crucial funds to support MumsAid’s growth. We are looking for an experienced, versatile fundraiser who can hit the ground running, bring a holistic approach and work with a range of donors and funders to help MumsAid develop a sustainable income pipeline.
This role has strategic accountability for fundraising and managing funder relationships. You will lead our competitive tendering and grant application work, and develop our corporate partnerships.
This is a part-time post, flexible on location, although some travel within the UK may be required. The role will provide support at fundraising events, requiring some occasional evening and weekend commitments (for which time in lieu will be granted).
Main Duties
Leadership and Management:
· Work alongside the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and Board (particularly the Fundraising and Marketing Subgroup) to proactively identify potential sources of funding and realise opportunities for growth.
· Devise and develop appropriate strategies, produce and deliver strong proposals and pitches.
· Provide knowledge of current fundraising practice and develop a consistent working strategy that is sustainable.
· Assist in informing long-term financial/business planning and clarifying priorities.
· Support the SLT and Board in developing a comprehensive framework for reporting on the charity’s impact, including to funders.
Oversee and support monitoring submissions.
Fundraising:
· Develop, implement and evaluate a fundraising strategy in line with MumsAid’s priorities, to include key areas of focus – fundraising from trusts and foundations, statutory fundraising, corporate fundraising, to secure c. £500k over the next 2 years.
· Research, formulate and write applications, bids and tenders, including to statutory funders and trusts and foundations, coordinating with other team members for input as necessary.
· Build strong relationships with existing and potential funders, partners and stakeholders.
· Write reports for funders to meet deadlines and submit further applications for existing funders where appropriate.
· Work with the SLT and Board to develop and maintain strong relationships with commissioners, funders, partners and corporate organisations to ensure good communication about organisational/project progress, address any issues that arise, and identify new income streams.
Organisational and General Duties:
· Maximise fundraising efficiency by using and developing our CRM to ensure there is a clear process for recording and managing fundraising activity.
· Contribute to the financial planning, budgeting and management accounts process.
· Contribute to the development of MumsAid’s understanding and communication of our Return on Investment (ROI).
· Report regularly on KPIs, monitoring and evaluating against social impact and ROI.
· Develop and manage a reporting schedule for the Board and funders to ensure monitoring and reporting is in done in an effective manner in line with organisational priorities, tracking restricted and unrestricted income, project development and targets.
· Maintain awareness of fundraising and charity law and ensure that activity adheres to relevant legislation and guidance.
Communications and Marketing:
Liaise with colleagues to help shape and implement our marketing and communications plan, ensuring our reputation is upheld and our knowledge is shared through positive, consistent and accurate communications and messaging.
Diversity and Inclusion:
Promote and support equality, diversity and inclusion, e.g., ensuring that the views and voices of MumsAid’s service users are considered in all aspects of fundraising initiatives, including in the discussions of need and impact.
About You
· You will be passionate about our mission and see yourself as part of a highly motivated team helping MumsAid exceed its goals.
· You will be the face of our organisation in many ways, so you will have experience of, and enjoy, representing an organisation externally at events, conferences and more.
· You’ll be driven to maximise income from funding/partnership opportunities through your proven negotiation and influencing abilities, with a natural confidence and enthusiasm.
· You’ll be goal orientated and not defeated by rejection, deadlines or pressure to move in a fast-paced environment.
· You’ll value excellence in relationship management and bring energy and motivation to inspire others to support our charity.
· You’ll be proactive and versatile in your approach and value the opportunity to grow and shape a new role.
Key Experience and Skills:
· Proven track record of working with trusts and foundations, corporate and statutory funders, including expertise in writing applications and stewarding grants.
· Experience of major donor fundraising.
· Ability to bring creative ideas to the table that mirror our strategic direction.
· Financial literacy and management experience, confidence in working with budgets, creating a financial narrative, and working with databases.
· Demonstrably outstanding written communication skills with the ability to write compelling copy, tailored to a range of audiences and platforms.
· Proven track record of building positive relationships with funders, partners, volunteers, and supporters; you may already have a network of relationships this role could benefit from.
· Articulate speaker, able to present and repackage complex information in succinct and digestible format.
· Microsoft Office proficient, Proficient with Word, Excel and able to put together PowerPoint presentations.
· Ability to develop strategies, operational plans and KPIs in collaboration with colleagues and stakeholders.
· Excellent working knowledge of voluntary sector funding streams.
· Excellent teamwork skills but with the ability to work independently.
· Proactive and confident in using own initiative and prioritising workloads.
Desirable Experience and Skills:
· Experience of representing an organisation externally, e.g., through presentations, events, conferences.
· Experience of working closely with communications and/or marketing to optimise fundraising and profile-raising opportunities.
· Experience in using a CRM system to support relationship management and reporting.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
POST
Manager (NUMbrella Lane)
RESPONSIBLE TO
Chief Executive Officer
RESPONSIBLE FOR
Management and oversight of all programming at NUMbrella Lane, with line management responsibility for the Scotland-based team.
SALARY & HOURS OF WORK
Full Time – 4 days a week (30 hours)
Salary: Gross £35,000 pro rata £28,000
Term - Permanent
Annual Leave Entitlement - 31 days including public and bank holidays Pro Rata
Pension: Workplace pension contributions of 5% per month will be paid by NUM
LOCATION OF THE POST HOLDER
The post holder will be required to work from our drop-in space and office in Central Glasgow and will have flexibility to work from home. There may be occasional travel throughout Scotland and the UK as part of the role, including to NUM’s main offices in Manchester. All equipment required for remote working will be provided and costs for travel outside of normal working spaces will be reimbursed by NUM.
ROLE SUMMARY
We are looking for an outstanding organiser and communicator to manage NUMbrella Lane (NBL) in Glasgow. NUMbrella Lane has been operating since 2022 after NUM took over aspects of the programming from the charity that ran Umbrella Lane. Since then, the project has evolved to provide in-person health and wellbeing support to Scotland-based sex workers and host events and outings within the community with a focus on community connectivity, reducing isolation and addressed root causes of interpersonal and intersectional violence. NBL is one of few sex worker-led services in the region and we seek innovative leadership that will execute our framework for change, build on partnerships, increase financial resources, and improve the service to the quality requested by communities of sex workers who live in or tour Scotland.
The post holder is a key point of contact who will further develop health testing services and other material support with, by and for sex workers. The NBL manager will co-design service delivery plans based on the needs of the community and NUM’s larger strategic vision; support the work of the Victim Support Case Worker based at NUMbrella Lane, the Mental Health Support Service Coordinator, and a new post, the Vocational Support Worker. The manager will be required to ensure the delivery of regular drop-in sessions, outings and events, and digital services in consultation with sex workers in Scotland and collaborate with the Manager of Support Services to support Victim and Vocational case work services to Glaswegians.
To be successful in this role, you should have at least 2 years’ experience as a manager in a position of public trust or in other leadership roles, have an excellent track record in program management and community development. Experience in or knowledge of adult industries is highly desirable. We value lived experience and welcome applicants with insight into the sector, but we do not require applicants to disclose personal histories. Experience with charity sector fund development and community development among marginalised communities are an asset.
The NBL manager must be knowledgeable about sex workers’ lived experiences, the socio-legal and political contexts within which sex workers and NUM are situated, and the ability to navigate a difficult terrain towards improving the systems, structures and services that influence the health and wellbeing of sex workers in Scotland in service to our mandate to 'end all forms of violence against sex workers' and eliminate the conditions that lead to poverty and survival sex work.
ABOUT NUM
National Ugly Mugs (NUM) is a UK-wide charity providing victim/survivor support and violence prevention services to sex workers, to ensure greater access to justice and protection. We serve sex workers of all genders, backgrounds and modes of work. We offer a digital tools reporting and alerting mechanism to warn sex workers about dangerous individuals who may target them; online screening tools; and individualised support for those who experience harm from a specialist team of Independent Sexual Violence Advisors (ISVA) and other experts. Some of this victim support work is done within formal partnerships with sister organisation. We run a wellbeing drop-in service in Glasgow and other in-person services and events in Manchester and London. We have developed Vocational Support Services for those exploring careers both in and outside of sex industries and we run a Racial Justice project that visibilises the lived experiences of harm among racialised sex workers towards systems change. We are currently enhancing services for sex workers who are 18-25 years of age and those under 30.
NUM values those with lived experience in sex industries and work with them to shape services and responses, conduct research, develop education packages, and participate in policy advocacy to change the conditions that lead to survival sex work, gain rights and recognition, and improve the safety of UK-based sex workers.
NUM is run by our CEO and governance is provided by a board of Trustees.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
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At least 2 years' work experience as a manager or coordinator leading implementation of projects and services to marginalised populations with experience being responsible for environments and services.
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Proven people management skills, including line management, supervision and coaching of staff and volunteers
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Experience in project and partnership development, budgeting and fundraising.
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Monitoring and evaluation skills, including data collection and reporting to funders.
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Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills, and the ability to problem-solve and be proactive, within busy and challenging work environments.
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A deep understanding of marginalisation and the health, safety and rights issues confronting sex workers in Scotland, as it relates to programming priorities, advocacy and partnerships.
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High quality administrative skills and experience working with digital programs to document activities, deliver tasks on time and on budget. Specifically, proficiency with CRM systems, applications and digital platforms and services, particularly Google Workplace, the Microsoft Office Suite, as well as Slack, Trello, and other project management programs and tools.
If you are passionate about NUM’s mission to ‘end all forms of violence against sex workers’ by providing high quality health and wellbeing services to sex workers in Scotland, and you would like to be part of leading change within a passionate work environment, we would love for you to join our team.
Applications close on 1st October 2025 at 5pm BST.
Please submit a CV (max 3 pages) and a cover letter (max 2 pages) including:
- Why you want to manage NUMbrella Lane
- Prior work experience and suitability for the role
You can apply via Charity Jobs or by sending to admin[at]nationaluglymugs[dot]org with your name and ‘NBL Manager’ in the subject line.
Please also include two references (including your most recent employer or any organisations you currently or have recently volunteered for) and an indication of when they can be contacted. Please Note: We will not contact your referees until after an offer is made.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Transform Drug Policy Foundation is a leading charity working to end the war on drugs and promote policies that prioritise health, human rights, and social justice. With a small but passionate team, we campaign, educate, and influence decision-makers to reform drug policy in the UK and globally.
We are entering an exciting new phase of organisational growth and are looking for an organised, proactive Administrator to play a key supporting role.
About the Role
This new role will provide vital administrative support across fundraising, programme delivery, and operations. You’ll help keep the organisation running smoothly, freeing up time for senior staff to focus on income generation and impact. From CRM management and donation tracking to event logistics and donor communications, you'll be central to ensuring Transform’s work is efficient and effective.
Overall aim
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Work with the CEO on implementing supporter journeys and other fundraising systems and processes as required
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Assist with the delivery of our fundraising strategy
Key responsibilities:
Fundraising support (approx. 50%)
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Lead on the roll-out, development, and ongoing maintenance of our fundraising CRM system and supporting platforms
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Support the CEO and fundraising team with scheduling, meeting preparation, and follow-up.
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Assist with proposal submissions by formatting documents, collating supporting materials, and tracking deadlines.
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Maintain an organised digital library of fundraising collateral (e.g. case for support, templates, reports).
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Act as the first point of contact for supporters and members of the public, dealing with fundraising enquiries, requests for information, and feedback via the telephone, email, and post.
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Thank donors and create personalised correspondence and other communications to support the donor journey.
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Support the delivery of face-to-face and online events including donor stewardship events.
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Lead on the roll-out, development, and ongoing maintenance of our fundraising CRM system, and maintain accurate records.
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Maintain our online giving platforms.
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Conduct prospect research on new fundraising opportunities and sources of income as directed by the CEO.
Team and Operations Support (approx. 50%)
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Provide day-to-day admin support for the CEO and wider team, including diary management, meeting coordination, and inbox support.
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Organise team meetings, take notes and track action points.
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Help onboard new freelancers, volunteers, and staff members (e.g. access to systems, scheduling inductions).
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Support basic finance admin (e.g. tracking invoices, reconciling expenses, liaising with bookkeeper).
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Coordinate CRM and IT systems with external providers to ensure functionality and updates.
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Maintain internal folders and files using best practices in cloud storage (e.g. Google Drive).
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Assist in developing and maintaining an effective website so donors have a seamless user experience
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Maintain excellent working relationships with the team
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Ability occasionally to work outside normal office hours/flexibility for events and networking opportunities.
Person Specification
Essential
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Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
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Proven administrative experience, supporting a small and busy team.
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Experience of working with CRMs/Databases including at the roll-out and development stage.
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High attention to detail, especially when handling data and scheduling.
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Experience of customer service/donor relations or similar.
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Strong research skills, including the ability to search for reliable information online, with excellent attention to detail.
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Experience of maintaining accurate records (e.g. customer records, contact details, project data).
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Working in an organised manner, managing deadlines effectively and responding flexibly to work priorities.
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An ability to develop and manage effective working relationships with colleagues and external stakeholders.
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A proactive, can-do attitude and ability to juggle multiple priorities.
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Commitment to Transform’s mission and values.
Skills
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Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
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Exceptional levels of organisation.
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Ability to work as a part of a team and on own initiative.
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Strong planning and ability to deliver to deadlines.
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Strong IT literacy, experience of using Microsoft 365/ google
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Strong people skills for building relationships and networking with external stakeholder, team members and key contacts.
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Demonstrable experience of using fundraising databases for financial and relationship management.
Desirable
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Effective written communications with a persuasive writing style.
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Experience of working in a fundraising environment.
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Experience of working on or delivering fundraising events.
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Experience working in a small, values-driven charity or campaigning organisation.
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Understanding of confidentiality and data protection requirements (e.g. GDPR).
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Knowledge of the voluntary sector.
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Understanding of drug policy reform
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A genuine and enthusiastic commitment to the values, vision and goals of Transform.
What We Offer
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Flexible, hybrid working arrangements.
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Opportunity to play a central role in a fast-growing and mission-driven organisation.
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Training and development tailored to your role (e.g. fundraising, CRM, project management).
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25 days annual leave + bank holidays (pro rata).
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A supportive and inclusive working environment.
Equality and diversity
Transform is committed to diversity, inclusion and equality in all its work. We welcome and encourage people with Black, Asian and other minority ethnic backgrounds to apply for this post.
How to apply
Please send a CV and cover letter
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Harris Hill has an exciting opportunity for an interim Funding Manager, or Consultant to support a London based charity ASAP for 3 months, on a 3 day per week basis.
The client is being open to how this could work, so we are considering a temp timesheet basis, paid hourly/daily at £146.10 per day plus holiday, as a direct employee at £38k, or as a freelance consultant at £200 per day, billed directly.
This is a list of what they are looking to cover however, this is for the permanent role, so unlikely you will cover everything in this list.
Funding
Set up funds on their CRM system, tracking opportunities, applications, outcomes, reporting requirements.
Support the development and delivery of a fundraising strategy, with specific focus on, grants, trusts and funds and service delivery contracts, while considering how to expand individual giving, online fundraising and developing corporate relations.
Income planning, including identifying, prioritising and scheduling funding opportunities.
Preparing and submitting proposals and tenders to donors, trusts and funds and government and local government contractors.
Exploring opportunities for commercial income stream development.
Preparing and submitting donor reports
Management of potential Funding Officer, allocating tasks, providing access to data as well as support and quality assurance for proposal and report preparation.
Impact
Use our data management system for analysis programme scale, reach, gender and ethnicity data for volunteers and service users.
Improving impact assessment, data analysis and communication of impact, specifically for three programme objectives (wellbeing, connectedness, and goal setting skills).
Supporting the development of a case study library in line with strategic objectives and target audience
Research and evaluation, looking at long term and wider impacts
Developing a structure for assessment and analysis of volunteer impact and experience
Annual report preparation.
Management of Social Media Consultant, overseeing monthly planning meetings with team, using Unfold data for output, signing off material, overseeing adherence to ToR
If you would like to find out a bit more about this role, please apply for more details.
About Unfold
We are a bold, growing local charity powered by volunteers and dedicated staff who support young people and families to set and achieve goals that matter most to them. Through mentoring, peer groups, and specialist programmes for people seeking asylum and refugees, we are creating opportunities for growth, belonging, and brighter futures. Last year, we supported over 350 people, and we’re growing.
The Role
We are seeking a Funding and Impact Manager to help us achieve our ambitious growth plans. This is a pivotal role where you’ll blend strategic fundraising with impact storytelling, ensuring our programmes remain high-quality, sustainable, and far-reaching.
You’ll be working closely with our CEO, Deputy CEO, and Programme Managers to:
- Secure sustainable income streams through grants, trusts, corporate partnerships, and individual giving.
- Strengthen our impact measurement, analysing programme data to tell powerful stories of change.
- Support our fundraising strategy, from opportunity spotting to proposal writing and reporting.
- Build and maintain relationships with funders, partners, and supporters.
- Use and improve our CRM (Beacon) to manage funding pipelines and track programme outcomes.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is proactive, innovative, and passionate about making a measurable difference.
About You
To be successful in this role, you'll be:
- Experienced in third-sector fundraising and income generation.
- Skilled in monitoring and evaluation with the ability to turn data into insights and impact stories.
- A strong communicator with the ability to write compelling bids and reports.
- Collaborative, yet confident working independently.
- Aligned with our values of trust, compassion, and empowerment.
Experience with CRM systems and/or data visualisation (e.g. Power BI) would be an advantage.
Why Join Us?
- Holidays: 25 working days (along with additional Christmas closedown days)
- Pension: We offer a generous pension provision. New staff are automatically enrolled for a pension after three months, and after six months, we will match your contribution up to a maximum of 8%.
- Team working: We are a small but brilliant team: we're supportive, diverse, and we help each other out. There are always opportunities to get involved in different aspects of the organisation, or lead on new initiatives.
- Training opportunities: We want to ensure that our team is continuously learning and building expertise in their field. For this reason, we offer each team member two days per year dedicated to professional development and training opportunities.
- Wellbeing - How we feel matters: Staff have access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, and our staff Wellbeing Champions are leading on the design and delivery of our wellbeing strategy, including the review of our quarterly wellbeing survey. Staff have regular supervision sessions to encourage reflection and discussion on our work and wellbeing. Additionally, we’re excited to introduce three days a year dedicated to team-building activities. These days are an opportunity to build skills, foster connections, and recharge as a team!
- Flexible working: We're happy to consider flexible working arrangements in line with the requirements of the role.
- Working Environment: We work in a beautiful, accessible, eco-friendly co-working space with a number of other charities, with plants, a leafy roof terrace and free hot and cold drinks. With comfortable spaces to read quietly or talk in a group, our workspace is somewhere you'll want to be.
Unfold supports families and young people in London, helping them get where they want to be through mentoring powered by volunteers and support groups

The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
We're looking for a Welfare Manager to take charge of the welfare journey for every dog in our centre. In this pivotal role, you will drive timely, compassionate decisions through expert behavioural and veterinary rehabilitation, ensuring each dog progresses toward their forever home.
What does this role do?
As a Welfare Manager you will:
- Lead, coach and develop a small team to deliver high-quality veterinary care and behaviour modification for dogs in our care.
- Act as a balanced advocate for both behavioural and veterinary needs to achieve the best outcomes for each dog.
- Oversee staff and volunteer training in behaviour and dog handling, ensuring all colleagues work within SOPs, legal, and health & safety guidelines.
- Develop and implement tailored behaviour modification plans for dogs with complex needs and monitor progress towards successful rehoming.
- Support professional development of Behaviour Officers, Dog Welfare Assistants, and Supervisors through mentoring, assessments, and workshops.
- Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure consistent, informed behavioural support before, during, and after rehoming.
Could this be you?
As an accredited clinical dog behaviourist (CCAB, CAB) with extensive experience in canine behaviour and welfare; including behaviour modification, clinical assessment, and risk management, you will have proven expertise in safely handling and rehabilitating dogs across a range of breeds and behavioural profiles. With a strong track record of leading, developing, and managing high-performing teams, you will also be a skilled communicator, able to influence and engage a variety of audiences.
This role has the option of live in onsite.
What do we do?
The Rehoming department is responsible for helping as many dogs as possible find their forever homes, whether they are cared for in our network of Rehoming Centres, in a foster home or by their current owner using the Home Stay scheme. We strive to achieve excellence in our rehoming processes and to ensure the highest standards of veterinary and behaviour care through our highly skilled teams.
If you're passionate about animal welfare and have the leadership skills to make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you.
About Dogs Trust
We love dogs. That’s why we do whatever we can to make sure every four-legged friend gets the love they deserve. We’ll never put a healthy dog down, so our work is focused on helping dogs in need, supporting owners every step of the walk, and creating a better world for dogs in the future. It’s what we’ve been doing since 1891 and how we’ve grown to become the UK’s leading dog charity, helping 12,000 loyal friends find their forever homes every year.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Marketing and Communications Administrator to join the Marketing and Communications Team . Your role is to provide high quality administrative support to the Marketing and Communications team and the wider Fundraising, Communications and Retail Directorate.
This role is not open to sponsorship.
Role Requirements
- Dealing with incoming enquiries from across the organisation and externally to signpost to the right team in an efficient way.
- Point of contact for clinical administrators attending meetings, feeding back to marcomms team on activities and helping to keep lines of communication open between teams.
- Providing cover on press inbox if needed.
- Working with the team to create and send our weekly news round up.
- Facilitating the local induction and training of new staff to support new starters to feel welcomed, achieve compliance, and get up to speed in their roles.
- Arranging booking of regular Marketing and Communications team meetings.
- Maintaining the team sharepoint site.
- Supporting the team with planning and helping to monitor tasks that come in.
- Supporting the Digital Manager with managing tickets and enquiries to our web developers.
- Supporting the Marketing and Communications Officer to manage the collateral review and management process and assist with archiving.
- Assisting with intranet updates.
- Fulfilling printing and laminating requests.
- Creating posters and templates for retail.
- Creating resources for events eg name tags, signage.
Interview Date: TBC
Terms and Conditions
Strictly no agencies, please.
About Us
The Children’s Trust is the UK’s leading charity for children with acquired brain injury, providing expert rehabilitation, education, therapy, and care at our national specialist centre in Tadworth, and to children and their families across the UK, via our Brain Injury Community Service.
Boasting a beautiful 24-acre site in Surrey, we are located just outside of London, close to the M25 (accessible via Junction 8, A217 to Tadworth) and easily accessible via National Rail, by way of: Clapham Junction, Sutton, and Epsom.
Staff Benefits
The work we do is highly rewarding, and in addition to an attractive salary, we offer a valuable range of benefits, including our staff flexible benefits platform, on-site nursery, free eye tests, enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay, time out days for those experiencing menopause symptoms and time off for gender reassignment.
We also offer additional annual leave days for those with long service, with entitlements ranging from 35 to 41 days (including bank holidays) depending on your length of service.
Other benefits include free on-site parking; a staff shuttle service from Epsom and Sutton train stations to Tadworth Court, subsidised cafeteria, on-site staff accommodation (subject to availability), the ability to retain your NHS pension (where applicable), Teacher’s pension (where applicable) or the opportunity to join an alternative scheme, and the opportunity to develop your career in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Rehabilitation of Offenders
Many roles at The Children’s Trust are exempt from the provisions of Section 4 (2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, by virtue of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020) and as such, are subject to an Enhanced DBS check. Successful applicants will be required to complete an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check, which will disclose all unspent convictions and adult cautions and any spent convictions or adult cautions that would not be protected. The exceptions to this are our retail roles within The Children’s Trust shops, which are subject to Basic DBS checks which will disclose unspent convictions or adult cautions.
Equal Opportunity Employer
To help us achieve our ambition to give children and young people with brain injury and neurodisability the opportunity to live the best life possible, we want to accurately reflect the UK’s diverse population. We want equity, diversity, and inclusion to be at the heart of everything we do, and our people, services, and culture to reflect the diverse needs of all. Through our diversity and inclusion strategy, we have made a commitment to increase the diversity of our charity and create an inclusive culture. We have networks across the organisation working to ensure that these aims are met - including an LGBTQIA2S+ group, Ethnic Diversity Group, and Spark – our broad EDI group. Read more about our EDI work here. We welcome applications from all who share our ambition regardless of background. We will strive to ensure that any reasonable adjustments are made in respect of interview and working arrangements.
Online Searches
In accordance with statutory safeguarding and child protection guidance, online searches will be conducted for shortlisted candidates before interview. The online searches will be conducted by a person who is independent of the interview and selection process and will focus on relevant information returned via searches of the candidate’s name (and variations thereof). Social media searches will be limited to professional platforms such as LinkedIn. Any concerns relating to suitability for work with children and young people will be forwarded to the interview panel, for discussion during the interview.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are seeking an enthusiastic and well-organised Events Assistant to support the planning and delivery of ABN’s events programme. This varied and rewarding role is ideal for someone looking to gain hands-on experience in events and stakeholder coordination within a national medical membership organisation. The successful candidate will work closely with the Events & Business Development Manager and wider ABN team. The position is offered on a fixed term basis for 12 months.
The ABN is the professional body for neurologists in the United Kingdom. Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of people with neurological disorders by advancing the knowledge and practice of neurology in the British Isles. The ABN is a dynamic membership society with over 2000 members, working hard to raise the voice of neurology at a national level.
About the role
This role supports the planning, coordination, and delivery of ABN events such as conferences, webinars, and training sessions, ensuring smooth logistics for both virtual and in-person activities. Key responsibilities include managing delegate and speaker administration, maintaining accurate event records, preparing event materials, and handling post-event feedback and reporting. The position also provides general administrative support, assists with website updates, sponsorship information, and CPD requirements, while ensuring accurate membership and event history records are maintained.
About you
We are looking for someone with the following skills:
Essential
- Previous experience (voluntary or paid) in an administrative, customer service, or eventsrelated role.
- Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
- Confident communicator (written and verbal), with a polite and professional manner
- Able to work independently, manage priorities, and respond calmly to deadlines
- IT literate, including Microsoft Office Suite and online platforms (e.g. Zoom, Teams, EventBrite)
- Willingness to work occasional early mornings, evenings, or travel within the UK
Desirable
- Experience using CRM systems, membership databases, or event registration software
- Interest in health, science, or the medical charity sector
- Experience supporting virtual or hybrid events
Why work with us?
This is an exciting time to join the ABN as we undertake a digital transformation project with a growing team. We offer a collaborative and friendly working environment, with lots of opportunity for professional development.
Benefits
28 days annual leave + 8 public holidays (pro-rata)
Generous pension contributions: you put in 1%, we’ll put in 10%
Professional development programme including regular 1:1s, appraisals and training opportunities
Hybrid working and flexible hours
Time off in lieu for ABN event attendance
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
As the leading specialist mental health charity for women who have experienced domestic abuse, Woman’s Trust’s mission is to help survivors to overcome the devastating mental health impact of domestic abuse.
We are seeking a Counselling Manager to lead our clinical services. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced therapeutic professional to combine clinical practice with leadership, safeguarding, and project management.
If you are looking to make a real impact on women and children’s lives in your fundraising career, supported by a committed and evidence-led fundraising team, then please do get in touch.
About Woman's Trust
The charity, established almost thirty years ago to meet the gap in specialist mental health services, is led by and for women and aims to ensure that women affected by domestic abuse can live a life free from further harm and abuse. Our approach is trauma-informed and person-centred, empowering survivors on their journey to recovery from trauma. We supported 833 women and children last year, with a current income target of £1.25m (growing to £1.4m in 2026-2027) and 36 staff. We are committed to a positive, inclusive and equitable environment for our staff, service users and volunteers.
You will be joining the Woman’s Trust Fundraising team as we work towards our strategy 2022-2027, to double our income and the number of women we support each year. Alongside delivering our existing 1-1 counselling, self-development workshops and therapeutic support groups for women who have experienced domestic abuse, we are focused on developing our innovative mental health services for young women and girls, delivering new peer-led support groups and providing therapeutic groups to children and their mothers. We are also committed to developing further awareness-raising workshops and training for professionals, building on our research and policy to improve systems nationally.
About you and how to apply
As a skilled and compassionate counselling manager, aligned with our feminist ethos and the needs of our service users, you will bring experience in leading counselling services, with a proven ability to deliver high-quality, trauma-informed support for women affected by domestic abuse. You will have experience in managing counsellors and/or volunteers, providing clinical supervision, and ensuring best practice across service delivery. You will be able to oversee the full cycle of service management, including monitoring outcomes, safeguarding, and compliance, while also contributing to service development and innovation in line with our strategic priorities.
If you are looking at the next step in your career into management, whilst making a real impact on women's and children’s lives, we want to hear from you!
To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter of no more than 2 pages outlining your experience, skills, and knowledge relevant to this post.
Closing date: 30 September 2025.
Interview date: w/c 6 October 2025.
This post is open to female applicants only, in line with the Equality Act 100 pursuant to Schedule, 9 Part 1 applies. We particularly welcome applications from women from black and minoritised, and disability communities.