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Role Overview:

The Warehouse & Procurement Manager is responsible for leading the safe, efficient and compliant operation of Hackney Foodbank’s warehouse and logistics functions. The role oversees stock management, procurement, facilities, vehicle operations, staff and volunteer coordination, and operational planning to ensure uninterrupted food distribution across Hackney.

As a senior leader within Hackney Foodbank, the postholder will contribute to organisational planning, continuous improvement, and the development of systems and partnerships that support the charity’s mission to create a hunger-free Hackney.

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsibility for the successful day-to-day management of the food bank warehouse.
• Line management of two warehouse staff, janitorial, and food distribution drivers.
• Collaborating with Volunteer Manager to ensure the warehouse always has sufficient volunteers, including volunteer drivers
• Leading and developing warehouse staff and volunteers through regular supervision, training and performance management.
• Setting and managing the food budget and reporting to the Head of Finance and CEO as required.
• Responsibility for purchasing, distributing, storing, sorting, and managing the food at Hackney Foodbank which align with demand trends and donation levels.
• Responsible for Health and Safety in the warehouse and attending Health and Safety Committee meetings.
• Ensuring compliance with food hygiene, food safety, manual handling and health & safety regulations.
• Maintaining warehouse risk assessments, safety procedures and compliance records.
• Leading on supplier relationships and negotiating value for money across food and operational purchasing.
• Collaborating with the Head of Fundraising to develop innovative and achievable corporate volunteer opportunities.
• Keeping records of all food movements in and out of the warehouse, using the Trussell Trust DCS system.
• Ensuring all food bank vehicles are maintained, roadworthy, insured and compliant
• Overseeing warehouse facilities management including maintenance coordination, contractor management, security and compliance checks.
• Collaborating with volunteers, staff, and other personnel using operational data to improve efficiency, reduce waste and support strategic planning.
• Working with a range of partners to source and distribute food,  and other household goods.
• Responsibility for submitting quarterly Board reports for the Trustees and weekly/monthly reports for the CEO and other interested personnel.
• Working with the wider Trussell Trust community to share best practice in warehouse management
• Collaborating with other team members to ensure the aims of the Hackney Foodbank are achieved.

Person Specification - Essential

•  Minimum of three years’ experience of warehouse management, including purchase and storage of food.
• Previous experience of working in a not-for-profit organisation, including recruiting, managing, and retaining volunteers
• Substantial previous experience of budget setting and budget management
• Excellent report writing and data reporting skills
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills.
• Excellent team working skills, with ability to work across teams to get results and problem solve under pressure
• Outstanding interpersonal skills, including the ability to create a continuous improvement environment and promote information-sharing across the organisation.
• Ability to contribute towards the strategic aims of the food bank.
• Proactive solution-based mindset to resolve a variety of challenges.
• Excellent IT skills including Microsoft Office 365 and other IT packages (with training)
• Ability to work flexibly, to meet the demands of the service, including evenings and weekends.
• Full clean UK driving license and confidence of driving transit style vans(5 years)

Person Specification - Desirable

• Experience of logistics
• Health and Safety qualification
• Experience driving larger Luton style van

Additional Information

• This role involves working with vulnerable individuals and requires an enhanced DBS check

Interviews will be held on Thursday 18th June

1. Background

Osman Consulting Ltd supports the design, coordination, and implementation of humanitarian and development programmes across multiple regions, with a primary focus on Asia, the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and Latin America

The organisation delivers a diverse portfolio of interventions spanning emergency response, seasonal, education (including back-to-school initiatives), food security and livelihoods (including zero hunger programming), and other humanitarian priorities. Osman Consulting works through a partnership-based approach, collaborating closely with local implementing partners to ensure contextually appropriate, responsive, and sustainable programme delivery.

2. Purpose of the Role

The HR and Admin Officer provide human resources and administrative support to ensure that project staffing, records, contractual documentation, scheduling, and general office administration are managed accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with company policy and project requirements.

3. Terms of Reference

• Duty Station: Solihull, B90 4BG, United Kingdom (Hybrid)
• Reporting to: Project Manager
• Line Management: Provides technical guidance and oversight to field partners and may support the supervision of interns
• Contract Type: Fixed-term maternity cover contract (12 months), subject to organisational requirements
• Full time/Part time: Full Time

4. Scope of Work and Key Responsibilities

     Human Resources administration

• Support recruitment processes, including vacancy logistics, interview scheduling, reference collection, and contract preparation for approved roles.
• Maintain complete and up-to-date personnel files for project staff and consultants, including contracts, IDs, onboarding forms, performance records, and leave documentation.
• Support staff induction processes and ensure that policies, reporting lines, code of conduct requirements, and key administrative procedures are clearly communicated.
• Track attendance, leave, contract dates, renewal points, and other HR actions and raise reminders in advance.

   Administrative Support

• Provide administrative support for meetings, travel arrangements, calendars, document circulation, filing systems, and internal correspondence.
• Maintain project contact lists, mailing groups, organisational charts, and administrative trackers.
• Ensure that project documents requiring signatures, approvals, or controlled circulation are processed efficiently and stored appropriately.

  Policy Compliance & Staff Support

• Support consistent application of HR policies, confidentiality standards, and personnel administration procedures.
• Act as a point of contact for routine HR and administrative queries and route sensitive issues to management appropriately.
• Support the preparation of HR and administration summaries for management review.

5. Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Human Resources, Business Administration, management, Social Sciences, Humanities, or related field 
• At least 5 years of relevant HR & administrative experience, preferable In NGOs sector.
• Good understanding of HR documentation, personal administration, and ability to handle sensitive information responsibly.
• Strong organizational, attention to details and communication skills.
• Full professional proficiency in English.
• Good knowledge in labor law.
• Strong organizational and coordination skills; attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to liaise with diverse stakeholders.

6. Core Competencies

• Administrative reliability
• Confidential handling of information
• Timely escalation of risks
• Service orientation and teamwork

7. Compliance, Safeguarding and Ethics

The post holder is expected to uphold Osman Consulting Ltd policies, donor requirements, humanitarian principles, and all applicable national and international regulations.

The role requires full compliance with safeguarding standards, including Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment (PSEAH), child safeguarding, confidentiality, and data protection requirements.

The post holder must promote accountability, inclusion, and non-discrimination in all aspects of their work, ensuring respectful engagement with all stakeholders.

Any concerns relating to fraud, corruption, conflicts of interest, safeguarding incidents, or security risks must be reported promptly through the appropriate channels.

Are you an experienced cyber security professional who wants to help us make a difference?
From incident management to day-to-day development and maintenance of our cyber security solutions, we’re looking for a Senior Cyber Security Engineer to ensure our digital infrastructure is safe and protected.

What does this role do?
As Senior Cyber Security Engineer, you’ll:

• manage the day-to-day operations of our Cyber Security Operations Centre, supervising colleagues in the team to ensure a responsive, effective service is delivered,
• lead on cyber incident management, working closely with colleagues to ensure all incidents are managed swiftly and effectively, and steps are taken to mitigate future risks and keep our digital world safe,
• run the vulnerability management programme, proactively and continuously identifying vulnerabilities and weaknesses in the digital infrastructure,
• contribute to effective cyber security architecture and engineering, ensuring high security standards are maintained at all times.

First stage interviews for this role are provisionally scheduled for 10th and 11th June 2026 and will take place on Teams.

Could this be you?
To be successful in this role, you’ll need to be an experienced cyber security engineer, and we’re particularly interested in candidates with a strong technical background in IT infrastructure, cloud, and application security. You’ll be an effective team player, who has excellent written and verbal communication skills, enjoys collaborating with others, and has experience of supervising colleagues or distributing work. You’ll be confident communicating technical concepts to non-technical audiences, and comfortable contributing to Technical Governance Forum debates. A commitment to the work we do is essential.

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.

To apply for this position please click the APPLY NOW button. Our application process requires you submit a personal statement explaining your interest and suitability for the role.
 
Dogs are incredibly diverse, much like the humans that love them! At Dogs Trust we value diversity, and we're committed to fostering an inclusive culture. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, and cultures and believe that a diverse workforce helps us to achieve our mission. Our colleague networks give our people a voice, acting as vehicles for real and meaningful change within Dogs Trust. We truly want to see every candidate shine throughout the entire job application process, interview stages, and during their time with us. If there's anything on your mind or any adjustments you may need, don't hesitate to reach out to us. We're here to support you every step of the way.

Job Title: Safety and Security Specialist

Location: London, UK preferred, or Addis Ababa, Ethiopia; Accra, Ghana; Beirut, Lebanon; or Kampala, Uganda (Only candidates who are eligible to work legally without work visa sponsorship in the country will be considered.)

Contract Type: Full-time (40 hours per week), long-term engagement

Hiring Salary: This is a national position. Please refer to Appendix I for the hiring salary for each country.

Target Start Date: As soon as possible

Application Closing Date: June 9, 2026 23:59 GMT

This job advert is for an existing vacancy.

About Right To Play:

For more than 25 years, Right To Play has been protecting, educating, and empowering millions of children each year to rise above adversity through the power of play.

We offer programs in 13 countries across Africa, Asia, the Middle East and North America, reaching millions of children each year in some of the most difficult places on earth, helping them to stay in school and learn, overcome prejudice, heal from trauma, and develop the skills they need to thrive. We do this by harnessing play, one of the most fundamental forces in a child's life, to teach children the critical skills they need to dismantle barriers and embrace opportunities, in learning and in life.

This work is supported by our two global offices in Toronto, Canada and London, UK; and seven National Offices in North America and Europe.

Benefits Highlights:

• Connect and collaborate with a global team who are passionate about protecting, educating and empowering children and youth using the power of play!
• Culture premised on our Culture Code (accept everyone, make things happen, display courage, demonstrate care, and be playful)
• Paid leaves
• Competitive benefits
• Learning opportunities and 5 learning and development (L&D) days per year
• More information on what we offer is available on our website.

Application Method:

Apply with your resume and cover letter in English via the application link.

Right To Play provides equal employment opportunities to employees regardless of their gender, race, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation or marital status. We strongly encourage groups who have been historically disadvantaged with respect to employment to apply for positions at Right To Play.

As part of our selection process, final candidates will be required to complete security checks and Vulnerable Sector Check or equivalent criminal record check as a condition of the offer. More details about our recruitment process are available here. Safeguarding information is available here.

As part of our recruitment and selection process, Right To Play uses Artificial Intelligence (AI) - assisted tools to support the assessment of candidates or applications. This may include but not limited to generating and editing of job adverts, assessment and interview questions, scheduling, translation, transcription, note taking, etc. Our Applicant Tracking System (ATS), VidCruiter, also use AI-powered ChatBot to answer candidates' enquiries. These tools are used only to assist human reviewers in evaluation and do not make selection or screening decisions. All hiring decisions are made by human reviewers. All AI-assisted processes comply with applicable privacy and data protection regulations, including GDPR and PIPEDA. For more information, please refer to RTP AI Policy and our Best Practice: Use of AI in Recruitment.

We value and promote a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We are committed to providing accommodations to candidates with disabilities during the recruitment and selection process, and thereafter. Please reach out to the People & Culture team by email. All information provided will be treated as confidential and used only to provide an accessible candidate experience.

Job Description:

Job Title:  Safety and Security Specialist

Grade: 9

Reports to: Chief People and Culture Officer (CPCO)

Location: London preferred or Ethiopia, Ghana, Lebanon or Uganda

Direct Reports: None

Indirect Reports: Technical oversight of the in- country Safety and Security Focal Points (SSFP)

Department: People and Culture

1-Purpose:

Safety and Security Specialist safeguards Right To Play (RTP)’s people, assets, and operations by leading effective safety and security risk management across all contexts. The role ensures appropriate policies, preparedness, and incident response frameworks that enable programs to operate responsibly in volatile environments while advising leadership and fostering a strong culture of safety and accountability.

2- Accountability & Responsibilities:

Work to deliver against a set of KPIs in security overseen by RTP's Executive Team (ET) by: (25%)

• Lead on the continued development of adaptable security measures for RTP's different methods of programme delivery.
• Mentor and developing a network of Safety and Security (S&S) Focal points to deliver in-country security procedures with Country Directors
• Regularly monitor and audit of security KPIs at country level
• Support ET members integrate security measures/considerations in the areas they oversee
• Promote security measures at country level and developing a culture of security across RTP's global programmes.

Security Management (25%)

• Develop and oversee global S&S policies, standards, roles and responsibilities and minimum requirements including Risk Assessments (SSRAs) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for all areas of operation.
• Ensure implementation and consistent application of RTP S&S Principles, standards, and KPIs
• Ensure alignment with humanitarian principles and international best practice
• Monitor and report on S&S implementation for RTP, through regular external audits or self-assessments
• Advise ET on all aspects of S&S helping them to understand what risks are acceptable, under what conditions and actively promotes a strong culture of S&S among the RTP team

Incident Management (20%)

• Coordinate all S&S incident responses and promptly report incidents to the CPCO
• Advise and review contingency plans, including hibernations, relocations and security or medical evacuations.
• Monitor and support the effective use of all communication systems (HF, VHF, satellite phones, mobile phones and the internal security information tree) and procedural compliance.
• Lead or coordinate responses to serious incidents (e.g. staff injury, kidnapping, detention, attacks) and Act as a central coordinating point during major crises
• Ensure clear incident reporting, investigation, and learning

Information Collection, Analysis and Sharing (15%)

• Collect information on safety and security issues relevant to RTP and share with the country leadership team and Global Crisis Management Team (GCMT)
• Disseminate information on safety and security to RTP staff
• Compile monthly reports on safety and security and share with the CPCO, Unit leads CD and RTP SSFP
• Participate in networking with other NGO and UN safety and security representatives and fora

Capacity Strengthening, Learning and Compliance (15%)

• Design, coordinate, and oversee organizational safety and security training, including core learning for staff and coaching SSFPs to deliver context‑appropriate training.
• Establish and maintain safety and security orientation processes for new staff, interns, volunteers, and visitors, including travel protocols and arrival briefings.
• Build leadership and staff understanding of individual and collective safety and security responsibilities, reinforcing a culture of shared accountability and duty of care.
• Monitor overall compliance with S&S policies and procedures, identifying trends, gaps, and risks, and escalate concerns to line management and leadership as appropriate.
• Provide technical guidance and support to managers on addressing non‑compliance, including recommendations for corrective actions when needed.
• Ensure systems are in place for reporting work‑related injuries, accidents, security incidents, and fatality risks, and promote timely and accurate reporting.
• Provide functional oversight and guidance for contracted or assigned security personnel (e.g. guards), where applicable, in collaboration with operations and management teams.

Perform other duties as assigned.

3- Scope (geographical and/or functional), Impact and Autonomy

This is a global role that has an oversight on all S&S work within RTP and ensures support and guidance are provided to country teams and all other global units including security in travel.

4- Leadership and Staff management

• Coach and support the development and building of a high performing team of around 12 S&S focal points and advice ET, Country Directors and Unit leads on Security matters.
• Support the recruitment and onboarding of colleagues that act as S&S focal points or have key responsibilities on S&S according to the framework.

5- Information requirement for decision-making

• Make decisions/recommendations based on the documentation/data/information shared by the country offices and global units and cross referencing the same with the RTP network information/ government sites/ manuals/globally accepted practices and principles.
• Require sometimes consolidation and analysis of information from all countries requires to reach decisions that are linked to organization’s priorities and values.
• Information may not always be readily available and may require ongoing effort to stay updated in order to provide accurate and timely advice withing tight deadlines and sensitive environments at times.

6- Innovation and Improvements

Keep track of innovations in security practices including new tools and efficiencies in risk mitigations. Continuously innovate security measures in response to evolving RTP governing model. Monitor and proactively facilitate after action reviews for incidents and shares findings and action plans that drive improvements to the overall S&S practices

7- Relationships & Communications: Internal / External

Work closely with the Global Crisis Management Team, Global Director Country Offices, Logistics and Operations Manager, Unit leads and S&S Focal Points on Safety and Security matters.  Maintain a professional and friendly relationship with all RTP team.  Externally form part of security networks and manage key providers

8- Expertise (Certifications / Education, Professional Experience/Language)

• Security and Risk management qualification or equivalent experience and up to date training certificates in hostile environment training (HEAT), crisis management training, stress and resilience.
• Extensive experience of security management in at least 3 of the following regions: Africa, Americas, Asia, Middle East or Europe, ideally in multiple countries with varied risk profiles, and in the context of NGO, INGO, news media or inter-governmental agency operations
• Proven experience developing and implementing non-standard security policies, frameworks and practices. This includes delivering security measures across a mixed portfolio of programmes.
• Demonstrated cultural sensitivity and a strong understanding of the legal, moral, and contractual duty of care obligations required of humanitarian and international organizations with devolved accountability and responsibilities.
• Strong understanding of an organization’s duty of care requirements and how this will integrate with other good security and safeguarding practices, health and safety legislation and organizational needs in various countries.
• A strong and well-developed network of contacts with relevant external providers, as well as key professionals working with these providers
• Experience of hostile or complex operating environments with a demonstrable understanding of the challenges faced by international organisations and the NGO sector
• Good communication skills in spoken and written English essential. Including experience of writing and reviewing policies, procedures and plans. Knowledge of other languages spoken in the region would be a significant plus.

9-  Core Competences

• Collaboration: Display calm and credible leadership under pressure, communicate and deliver on a clear course of action in effective collaboration with colleagues. Able to influence change with individuals unfamiliar with security or where security has not been understood as a priority.
• Growth Mindset: Establish a culture of feedback and opportunities for continuous learning and skills development, encouraging new ideas and new approaches for improvement. Creative and flexible in developing and implementing practical solutions to challenges
• Resilience: A high level of resilience and drive, able to be flexible, adapt to change as required. Excellent political judgment, responsiveness, ability to provide leadership and support for security-related emergencies
• Professionalism: Demonstrate alignment with the organization’s Culture Code; works respectfully and with cultural sensitivity across contexts. Is comfortable operating in a diverse, anti‑racist, female‑led organization grounded in humanitarian principles.
• Management and Interpersonal Skills: Mentor diverse teams with influence, fostering trust, high performance, and shared ownership of outcome

10- Additional Information

The role requires travel to RTP countries and may travel to HQs, along with flexibility to work outside standard business hours to collaborate effectively with country and global teams from multiple time zones.

Appendix I: Hiring Salary for Each Country

Hiring salary is dependent on the successful candidate’s location. This is a national position and salary will be paid in the local currency. Please note that this salary will be subject to the usual deductions, including required taxes.

• Ethiopia: ETB 323,718 per month
• Ghana: GHS 20,636 per month
• Lebanon: USD 4,758 per month
• Uganda: UGX 12,675,067 per month
• United Kingdom: GBP 63,618 per annum

NEF are looking for a talented Senior Economist to lead policy and research work on social policy issues, with a particular focus on labour markets, social security, and incomes.

In this role, you would conduct research and advocacy on labour markets, and help NEF to make the case for an adequate and supportive social security system, both to reduce poverty but also to improve conditions in the labour market and help more people into good jobs. Alongside this, you will also support with wider work on housing and public services.

This role will manage an exciting programme of work at a critical time. You will use your outstanding technical expertise and project management experience to design and deliver quality, cutting-edge research capable of winning changes in policy and public opinion.

You will be a passionate champion of our work – influencing policy and decision makers in government, the civil service political parties, as well as civil society organisations and media who are shaping the debate. This will be a fantastic opportunity for someone who can demonstrate progressively senior responsibility and impact in an economist role, and who is looking for their next challenge.

You will bring outstanding technical skills and subject knowledge, as well as a good understanding of how to effect changes in policy and practice. You will have excellent verbal and written communication skills, and be an effective project manager, line manager and fundraiser.

Role: Senior Economist – Labour Markets and Social Security
Hours of work: Full Time (32 hours per week under NEF’s Shorter Working Week)
Salary: £54,470 - £60,480
Location: London (in-office minimum two days per week)
Contract type: Permanent

How to apply

Deadline for applications: midnight, 14th June 2026
Interviews:  First stage interviews 25th June with second stage in person interviews on the 7th July

Start date: ASAP

Please send your CV (no longer than two pages) and covering letter (no longer than two pages) outlining how you meet the person specification in Word format.

Please also complete the Equality and Diversity monitoring form.

You must be eligible to work in the UK, as we are unable to sponsor visas.

Inclusivity at NEF:

NEF wants to be an inclusive workplace with a diverse body of staff. We don’t want to conform to the traditional think-tank model where people from certain backgrounds are hugely under-represented. We know we have some way to go in this and are therefore genuinely keen to receive applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic people; women; neurodivergent people; disabled people; people who identify as LGBT+; people with experience of mental health problems; and people who identify as working class or have done so in the past.

Accessibility and Equal Opportunity:

We value all candidates and are committed to equal opportunity. As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support you during the application process, or would like information in an alternative format, please let us know.

We actively promote positive action to advance fairness and tackle underrepresentation within our workforce.

We’re looking for a hands-on and adaptable IT professional who combines strong technical expertise with a commitment to social impact. This role blends operational IT leadership with vocational training support.

You will take ownership of technical quality across our charitable refurbishment programme while working alongside teaching staff to support vulnerable adults in developing practical industry standard IT skills. Your contribution will directly support our mission to reduce the digital divide and create pathways into employment through technology.

Key Responsibilities

1. Refurbishment, Training & Technical Quality

• Act as the technical lead for all refurbished devices, ensuring consistently high standards for resale or donation
• Support teachers in delivering hands-on training, guiding learners through disassembly, diagnostics, repair, and software installation
• Carry out final quality control checks before devices enter the sales or donation pipeline
• Identify faults early and ensure devices are fully functional to minimise post-sale issues
• Evaluate incoming donations from corporate partners to determine refurbishment viability and processing requirements.
• Manage software installation and licensing (Windows/Office) across refurbished and internal machines

2. eCommerce & Sales Support

· Work closely with the Multi-Channel Sales Executive to support online sales activity

• Provide accurate technical specifications and condition assessments for listings
• Advise on pricing based on performance, battery health, and hardware configuration
• Help identify which devices are suitable for eBay versus community distribution
• Liaise with donor should there be any technical issues with devices
• Develop and implement ‘after-sales’ support for sold and donated devices.

 

3. Systems, Data & Infrastructure

• Oversee secure data wiping processes, ensuring full compliance with GDPR and data protection standards
• Manage the flow of devices through our CRM and inventory systems from donation to final use
• Maintain internal IT infrastructure, including network (Unifi Wi-Fi, LAN/WAN), patch panels, and server environment (IIS)
• Support hardware and systems including AWS environment, desktops, CCTV and display equipment
• Manage user accounts, backups, and disaster recovery processes to ensure continuity
• Provide general internal IT support across our systems

What We’re Looking For

Technical Skills & Experience

• Strong hands-on experience with Hardware to include laptops, desktops, tablets and smartphone hardware repair, diagnostics, and refurbishment
• Experience managing small networks (Unifi, LAN/WAN, patch panels)
• Familiarity with server environments and server management (IIS, SQL), CRM systems, and business tools such as Xero
• Solid understanding of data security, GDPR, and secure data sanitisation
• Comfortable managing both infrastructure and day-to-day IT support

Soft Skills

• Patient and approachable, with the ability to support individuals in a learning environment
• Able to explain technical concepts in a clear, simple way 
• Practical problem-solver with a hands-on mindset within the charity

Personal Attributes

• Proactive and self-sufficient – takes ownership of technical standards and systems
• Strong attention to detail, particularly around quality control and data security
• Positive, supportive, and a team player
• Motivated by social impact, sustainability, and community development

                                                                          Purpose of the Role:

Working collaboratively with Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust the successful candidate will be responsible for planning, delivering, and evaluating structured programmes of therapeutic, educational, and recreational activities for women in acute settings, supporting recovery, wellbeing, skill development, and positive risk-taking within a safe and trauma-informed environment. Working under the established Disability and mental health team at CACT, this project is the latest example of creative initiatives produced by this successful collaboration of voluntary and public sector.

                                                              Key Responsibilities (but not limited to):

 • Design and deliver a varied programme of meaningful, structured activities (e.g. creative, physical, educational, life-skills, wellbeing-focused).

• Promote engagement, motivation, and inclusion, adapting activities to meet individual needs, abilities, and risk profiles.

• Work in a trauma-informed and gender-responsive way, recognising the complex needs of women in secure settings.

• Maintain safety and security at all times, following unit policies, risk assessments, and individual care plans.

• Collaborate closely with the multidisciplinary team (nursing, psychology, occupational therapy, security staff).

• Encourage the development of confidence, social skills, independence, and emotional regulation through activities.

• Monitor attendance, progress, and outcomes, contributing to care planning, reviews, and reports as required.

• Maintain accurate records and documentation in line with organisational and legal requirements.

• Support service users to develop skills that aid rehabilitation, recovery, and preparation for step-down or discharge.

• Ensure all activities comply with health and safety, equality, and safeguarding standards. 

Genuine Occupational Requirement: This position is restricted to applicants from women under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010. This is essential to provide specific services to women within acute settings who have experience trauma, often gender based violence

About the role:

At Single Homeless Project (SHP), we believe that the right technology can be transformative - not just for our teams, but for the thousands of Londoners we support every year. As our IT Helpdesk Officer, based in Kings Cross, you will be at the heart of ensuring every colleague has the tools, systems, and support they need to deliver life-changing work. From maintaining a smooth and stable IT service across all our locations to working closely with third-party providers, you’ll play a crucial role in keeping our organisation connected and effective.

This is a role where every day brings variety. You might be resolving a technical issue for a frontline worker in one of our services, managing system access to ensure our security standards remain high, or travelling across London to set up IT equipment in a new location. You’ll be involved in the delivery of projects and system implementations, from launching new contracts for internet and telephone services to helping integrate innovative solutions that keep us moving forward. Your knowledge of Office 365 security, cloud management, and best practice in IT support will be key to helping us work smarter and achieve more.

In joining SHP, you’ll be part of an organisation that invests in your development and offers real scope for progression. As you grow your technical expertise, you’ll also see the direct results of your work - supporting the people who make a lasting difference for those experiencing homelessness. This is more than an IT role; it’s an opportunity to be part of a mission, ensuring our teams can focus on what matters most: changing lives across London.

About you:

• Experience in Providing 1st and 2nd line IT support over a number of channels including face to face, phone, email, text, chat and video. 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 
• Strong organisational skills and shows enthusiasm to all duties. 
• Ability to manage issues and questions via a ticketing portal, updating clients in a timely manner and following tickets through to resolution. 
• Experience in troubleshooting hardware including cloud servers, desktops, laptops and network equipment. 
• High level of personal organisation with the ability to plan and prioritise own work. 
• Has experience in Microsoft applications like Microsoft Dynamics CRM. 

About us:

We’re London’s leading homelessness charity – and we get things done.

In a city where hundreds are forced into homelessness every day, our work has never been more needed or more challenging. And we’re not shying away. We’re rolling up our sleeves to make change and helping over 10,000 Londoners every year. We prevent homelessness, provide safe places to live and give people the opportunity to rebuild their lives and transform their futures. And we never give up. 

We’re here for Londoners wherever they are on their journey. We start with trust, building relationships that help people feel safe, supported, and ready to move forward. Every day, we put people first in everything we do, challenging injustice and barriers that keep people from the safety, stability and opportunity they deserve. We stand alongside people as they rebuild and shape a future that feels their own. 

Joining Single Homeless Project means joining a team that’s bold, compassionate and determined to do better for the people we support and for each other. You’ll work alongside colleagues with lived experience, in a space that’s trans-inclusive, disability-friendly, and actively striving to be anti-oppressive and equitable. 

We’re not perfect, but we’re real. We listen. We learn. And we push forward, together. Because this isn’t just a job. It’s a chance to lead with empathy, spark change, and help build a London where no one is left behind.

Important info:

Please note we will be reviewing applications and inviting suitable candidates to interview (via Microsoft Teams) as applications are received. Therefore, please submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close the advert early if a suitable candidate is identified.

Please note shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a short psychometric test before being confirmed for interview. 

This post will require a basic DBS check to be processed (by SHP) for the successful applicant.

Please note applications are reviewed for AI use in application questions. Applications with insufficient right to work or requiring sponsorship will not be accepted or progressed.

Job Title:

Front of House, Concierge/Receptionist

Team/Department:

House & Conferencing / Finance & Services

Hours: 

Job Share – 25 Hours per week (0.625 FTE)

Salary Range:

£32,000 - £35,000 FTE per annum

Contract:

Fixed Term to Permanent (12 Months)

Reporting to:

House & Conferencing Manager

Other Key Relationships:

Director of Finance & Services

House Maintenance Manager

HR & Compliance Officer (Health & Safety)

All Tenants and Staff of Mothers Union

Mothers Union 

Mothers’ Union is a women-led, international Christian movement dedicated to ending poverty, violence and social injustice in communities in the UK and around the world. 

Active for 150 years, with over 4 million members in approximately 84 countries, we work with people of all faiths and none, transforming lives, strengthening families and communities, and advocating for meaningful change.

Rooted in kindness, faith and compassionate action, we strive to create a better future where everyone has the opportunity and resources to thrive.

Role Purpose

The Front of House & Security staff play a pivotal role within the Head Office of Mothers Union, called Mary Sumner House, acting as the primary point of contact for all visitors, tenants, and clients. This role is responsible for delivering a professional, secure, and high-quality front-of-house experience while supporting the smooth day-to-day operation of a busy conference and office environment within a Grade II listed building in Westminster.

The postholder will ensure the effective coordination of meeting room bookings, uphold security and health & safety standards, and contribute to maintaining an exceptional environment that reflects the organisation’s values. Working independently and collaboratively, they will support the broader facilities and tenant management and conference operations.

Core Responsibilities

· To provide a professional, welcoming and secure “front of house” service for Mothers’ Union, acting as the first point of contact for all visitors, members, guests, tenants and clients.

· To maintain the security of the building and staff by monitoring access, CCTV and emergency procedures.

· To assist with meeting-room bookings.

· To deliver exceptional customer service and a premium experience for all tenants, clients, guests and VIPs.

· To maintain a safe, secure, welcoming and immaculate environment in line with brand standards and health & safety protocols.

 

Detailed Tasks

Front of House / Reception

1. Welcome visitors, guests, tenants and clients warmly and professionally, ensuring a first-class, personalised and memorable experience for every arrival and departure.
2. Manage VIP arrivals and departures with seamless, attentive and personalised service.
3. Greet and assist professionally; provide information, directions, to desired locations and general support as required.
4. Answer mainline overflow calls, in addition to routed room booking calls and respond to emails courteously, promptly and efficiently, redirecting or handling enquiries appropriately.
5. Deal with any queries or concerns from guests/clients with professionalism and problem-solving skills.
6. Create and maintain positive rapport and excellent professional relationships with guests, clients, tenants and team members.
7. Ensure all internal and external clients feel valued and supported at all times.
8. Receive, and distribute incoming post and deliveries acting as the building’s Post Master to include franking the outgoing MU related post.
9. Maintain general tidiness, cleanliness and a professional standard in all front-of-house areas and customer suites.

Security

1. Sign in all visitors and issue access passes to contractors in accordance with building procedures.
2. Maintain lobby presence and ensure entrance doors are covered at all times.
3. Assist in emergency situations (including fire evacuations, incident isolations and drills) and ensure common areas and fire exits remain clear.
4. Understand and strictly adhere to health & safety policies, security measures, building access control protocols and SOPs.

Conferencing & Meeting Room Support

1. To handle enquiries, take and manage bookings for meeting rooms.
2. In the absence of the Conference Manager, cover bookings, administration and liaison with the facilities team to ensure rooms are set up correctly with refreshments and AV equipment.

General MU Operational Support

1. Contribute to the continuous improvement of front-of-house services and operational processes within Mary Sumner House.

2. Undertake any other duties as may reasonably be required by your Line Manager or Department Director, in line with the scope and responsibilities of the role to support the wider organisation.

Working for Mothers Union

Detailed package, benefits and wellbeing package:

· 5 weeks holiday a year, with additional paid leave when the office closes over the Christmas Break (pro rata for part-time staff) given at the discretion of Mothers’ Union

· 2 days paid volunteering leave (pro rata for part-time staff)

· Employer pension scheme with 7% employer contribution

· Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave and pay

· Employee Assistance Programme including Virtual GP and Coaching

· Life Assurance

· Annual Season Ticket Loan

· Bike purchase salary sacrifice scheme (Cycle2Work)

· Eye care voucher and an allowance towards glasses

Work Location/Hybrid Working Pattern

This role will be based at our Head Office in central London and does not fall under the organisational hybrid working policy due to the nature of the position.

Working pattern is flexible for the right combination of individuals, and will be agreed in conversation with the other candidate due to the nature of the job share.

We are looking to cover the hours of 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday ideally split into morning and afternoon shifts to allow lunchtime cover, flexibility during busier periods and sustainability to provide appropriate cover for each other during periods of annual leave.

How to Apply

Please use your CV and cover letter as an opportunity to tell us a bit more about who you are as a person. We want to understand how you as an individual are going to be a great fit for this role.

We will be scheduling first round interviews as candidates apply, we will then complete a round of second interviews with a shortlist of candidates once the advertising has closed, with the view to appointing the role as soon as possible after that.

 

Application Deadline – 31st May 2026

Right to Work

Employment right to work checks are mandatory and a legal requirement to work in the UK before you are employed. Mothers’ Union unfortunately, is not in a position to offer sponsorship for visas and all applicants will need to have, and be able to prove, the right to work in the UK on a permanent basis or for at least the duration of the fixed term of 12 months.

DBS Checks

This vacancy is subject to a DBS check if you are successfully selected.

Equal Opportunity

Mothers’ Union is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to create an inclusive environment for all employees.

Diversity & Inclusion

Mother’s Union is committed to ensuring equality of opportunity and that all applicants receive equal consideration for employment. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply for this role.

We are committed to being an inclusive and welcoming place to work to achieve greater results for the community we support. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for disabled candidates throughout our recruitment process and during employment.

Safeguarding Policy

Mother’s Union has its safeguarding principles embedded in all services we provide in Britain & Ireland. Mothers’ Union is committed to promoting a safer environment and culture for all involved in our projects, programmes, initiatives and activities. So that this can be achieved, it is essential to understand that this policy applies to everyone working on behalf of Mothers’ Union, namely senior managers, board of trustees, paid staff, volunteers, members, affiliates and contracted consultants.

Location: Contracted to our Peterborough office with the flexibility for hybrid working
Salary £40,000 - £45,000 depending on experience
Full time: 37.5 hours per week
Benefits: We want all our employees to feel valued and engaged and are committed to offering a positive working culture along with a good work-life balance. As well as ensuring we pay our employees fairly, we offer the following benefits: Flexible working, Generous annual leave, Private Medical Insurance, including dental and optical, Pension Scheme, Sick Pay, Death in Service, Employee Assistance Programme, Bike Loan Scheme, Cycle2Work Scheme, Eyecare, Discount Portal.
 
Closing date: Tuesday 16 June 2026. We may extend the closing date, however, please apply as soon as possible.
 
Telephone interviews will be held week commencing 22 June and face to face interviews will be held in our Peterborough office week commencing 29 June 2026.
 
No agencies please
 
Be a part of an energetic and vibrant team who are driven by the desire to improve the lives of people living with kidney disease. Our vision is the day when everyone lives free from kidney disease.
 
The IT operations manager will lead the day-to-day delivery of IT services at Kidney Research UK, ensuring a reliable, secure and well-governed IT environment that enables colleagues to deliver the charity’s mission. The role will own operational service delivery, supplier and contract performance, infrastructure coordination, and operational cyber security controls.
 
This is both a hands-on and leadership role, where you will work both independently and manage internal and external resources and partners to help support our ambitious 2020-2030 strategy.
 
The successful candidate will have demonstrable experience of managing IT operations, service delivery and cyber security in a small-to-medium organisation. With a strong and practical understanding of Microsoft infrastructures, you will also have experience of managing outsourced service desk and technology partners.
 
With excellent planning, prioritisation and communication skills, you will be able to translate technical issues and concepts into clear updates for non-technical colleagues and senior stakeholders. In addition, you will have strong incident management and problem-solving skills, including root-cause analysis.
 
If you are interested in the position, please complete the online application form and submit together with your CV.
 
We are committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone and encourage applications from all sections of the community.
 
About Kidney Research UK:

Kidney Research UK is the leading charity in the UK focused on funding research into the prevention, treatment and management of kidney disease. Our vision is the day when everyone lives free from kidney disease and for more than 60 years the research, we fund has been making an impact. But kidney disease is increasing as are the factors contributing to it, such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease and obesity, making our work more essential than ever.

At Kidney Research UK we work with clinicians and scientists across the UK, funding and facilitating research into all areas of kidney disease. We collaborate with partners across the public, private and third sectors to prevent kidney disease and drive innovation to transform treatments.
Over the last ten years we have invested more than £71 million into research. We lobby governments and decision makers to change policy and practice to ensure that the estimated 7.2 million people living with all stages of kidney disease in the UK have access to the most effective care and treatment, and to make kidney disease a priority.

Most importantly, we also work closely with patients, ensuring their voice is heard and is at the centre of everything we do, from deciding which research to invest in to how we plan our priorities and our work across the charity.

Those patient contributions are vital, always helping us and our partners to understand what life is like with kidney disease, always ensuring we see the patient behind the treatment and always reminding us that behind every statistic and every number is a person – the patients and the carers who inspire our mission and push us forward to make a difference and change the future of kidney disease.
 
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Water Witness International is seeking an excellent international development practitioner to support our expanding portfolio of work to secure lasting water security and justice across multiple countries. Based in Edinburgh, you will coordinate the Fair Water Action Fund and work closely with partners and grantees to respond to their evolving needs, making sure that evidence emerging from their work is effective in driving system change at scale. The role involves overseas travel, supporting the co-design and delivery of a wide range of initiatives, liaising effectively with stakeholders, building consensus and ensuring high-quality documentation. You will work closely with the Senior Management Team, Trustees and colleagues to help shape our wider organisational strategy and programme direction. 

About the role
The Access Projects team oversees the development and delivery of bespoke access projects in collaboration with other institutions (typically universities and schools). Projects are designed to meet the needs and context of a partner institution and underrepresented groups of students. The Access Projects Officer role plays a key part in delivering our strategic goals, including driving our work with priority groups of students.
Reporting to the Head of Learning and Programme Design, you will:

• Work with a range of stakeholders including tutors, schools and partner institutions to design, deliver and evaluate the projects that you lead on,
• Lead on project renewal conversations with project partners,
• Organise, manage and deliver bespoke pupil-facing events,
• Track and evaluate resource use for each project against predicted use.

About you
The role will best suit someone who:

• Has excellent organisational skills, with an ability to prioritise and manage time effectively
• Has the ability to be flexible and adapt to changing priorities
• Has experience building relationships with external stakeholders in a professional setting
• Has project management skills, with appropriate levels of time and resource input
• Has knowledge of educational interventions, including impact management
• Has knowledge of the university and/or school sectors, and the university access agenda
• Has experience of designing and/or delivering university access programmes, or other educational interventions
• Is committed to own professional development
• Has the ability to adhere to information security policies included in the charity’s ISO 27001 manual and complete information security training
• Has a demonstrable passion for furthering The Brilliant Club’s mission

Are you passionate about restoring nature, and want to develop your technical expertise within an organisation which provides data and insight into environmental decision making, both locally and nationally.

Somerset Environmental Records Centre are looking for a Data Officer who can help us deliver our core services, but also help us to build upon those, to maximise our conservation impact.

Data Officer – Somerset Environmental Records Centre
Salary: Banding Level 2 - £26,500 - £28,000 per annum
Contract type: Permanent
Working hours: Full time
Location: Taunton, Somerset (Opportunity for hybrid working)

About Us:

Somerset Wildlife Trust is a local independent charity. We are the only organisation uniquely focused on improving the natural environment of Somerset for the benefit of wildlife and people. We protect, and lead the recovery of Somerset’s stunning, diverse, and important natural environment, making the case for nature to the public and politicians.

The Somerset Environmental Records Centre (SERC) is a non-profit organization hosted by the Somerset Wildlife Trust. We serve as the county’s central hub for data regarding wildlife sightings, habitats, and geology.

About you and the Role

You’ll be part of a team where new software and techniques can do some of the heavy lifting, but we also need you to be resourceful and innovative in your thinking. You will work closely with our Data Manager and colleagues, to refine existing systems and processes, and ensure best practice is embedded in everything that we do. Including within the centre’s data acquisition, collation, synthesis, management and analysis, where diligence and achieving efficiencies, are both priorities.

Principal elements of the role are to assist in the Data Management process within SERC, data governance and policy, data collection and capture, storage, security, integration and analysis. This includes software management and working with existing data and acquiring or accessing new data and evidence from varying sources. You’ll help ensure all incoming and outgoing data processes run smoothly, securely and are up to date, to fulfil SERC’s mission as the ‘go to’ ecological data evidence provider for the county.

Whilst working closely with the Data Manager and Head of SERC, there will be opportunities for personal development and to work with other team members in the promotion and growth of SERC, ensuring environmental information is gathered, stored, analysed, interpreted and managed in line with the requirements of the SERC partnership.

Responsibility 1: Data Management

• Helping maintain the integrity of SERC data in the databases and GIS system. This includes the establishment and conformity to SERC IT policies and protocols, ensuring that data integrity is maintained, routine data quality processes are carried out, and data protection legislation is adhered to, for example regarding personally identifiable data such as GDPR.
• Uploading data to the databases as required. Responsible for the smooth and timely transfer of data between databases/systems, such as uploads from Mapmate files and NBN uploads/extracts, discussing and resolving technical issues as necessary.
• Carrying out the analysis of SERC’s data holdings and identifying gaps at least annually in order to inform the following year’s activities.
• Undertaking SLA deliverables regarding data extracts in a timely and accurate manner as required by each Service Level Agreement.
• Providing technical input to the development of SERC software applications to assist SERC in streamlining its services and developing its products.
• Working with the SERC Data Manager and team to optimise SERC’s Engineering Data Management Process to facilitate current and future mandatory Government policies, such as BNG etc.
• Actively sharing IT and systems knowledge and skills with colleagues and volunteers.

Responsibility 2: Data Security

• Working with the SERC Data Manager to continually maintain robust systems and processes, and seek improvements in data security, for example embedding metadata into spatial outputs etc.
• Ensuring backup arrangements are adequate, ensuring data is as secure as it can be and that recovery procedures work as expected.
• Implementing the correct processes, tools, and controls to secure and protect SERC’s databases against accidental and intentional threats. Secure sensitive data and maintain the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of the databases and associated applications, systems, physical and virtual servers, including all other storage medium held on and off-site, and network infrastructure.

We offer some fantastic benefits including:

• 7% employer pension contribution
• Life assurance
• Flexible and agile working
• Wellbeing support – EAP, wellbeing champions
• Diversity networks through RSWT/TWT
• Paid volunteer days
• Continuous Professional Development opportunities
• 33 days of holiday (25 + bank holidays) + Christmas shutdown
• Staff social calendar and events

The opportunity to make a real and positive difference to nature, communities and the climate

Closing date: Monday 15 June 2026

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.

No agencies please.

EHRAC Project Officer - Fixed Term

£37,357 – £41,531 per annum including outer London weighting

Hendon

BAL41

Are you an experienced Project Officer looking for a new challenge? 

The European Human Rights Advocacy Centre (EHRAC) supports human rights defenders in Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, and Ukraine to challenge serious human rights abuses using international legal mechanisms. Our cases focus on areas including conflict, and security force abuses, democratic accountability and the protection of civic space, violence against women, LGBT+ rights and discrimination more broadly. 

EHRAC is seeking a committed and creative individual to manage EHRAC projects, to ensure that they are delivered to a high standard while keeping the security and wellbeing of our clients and partners at the heart of our approach. Reporting to the Programme and Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Manager, the successful candidate will manage projects supporting human rights defenders working in challenging circumstances to uphold human rights. 

We are looking for an individual able to commit to full-time or part-time. Download the full role description and person specification for more information.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service certificate. You are therefore required to disclose details of any criminal record. ALL criminal convictions, cautions, reprimands or final warnings, even if they would otherwise be regarded as spent under this Act must be disclosed, as well as any other information that may have a bearing on your suitability for the post, including pending prosecutions.

The University will apply for a DBS certificate before your appointment is confirmed.

Closing date: 12th June 2026

Interview date: Week commencing 6th July 2026