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Who we are:
Chefs in Schools exists to improve children’s health and futures through improving school food and food literacy.
We work alongside schools and catering teams to transform what children eat every day, particularly in communities facing the greatest barriers to good health. We combine practical support, training, operational expertise and sector influence to help schools serve fresh, nutritious food that children want to eat.
We are ambitious about both impact and scale. We want every child to have access to excellent school food and a real food education, regardless of background.
We are a values-led organisation. We are bold, honest, collaborative, innovative and focused on solutions.
About you and the role
We are looking for an enthusiastic and proactive Fundraising Officer to join our Partnerships and Engagement team. This is a brilliant opportunity to support a broad portfolio across income streams including Trusts and Foundations, Corporate Partnerships, and Major Donors.
You will play a crucial role in our fundraising efforts by leading prospect research to identify new funding opportunities to build a strong pipeline. You will support the Senior Partnership Manager and Philanthropy Manager to grow a portfolio of trusts, corporate partners and philanthropists. You will also be responsible for maintaining the CRM database (Beacon) and administrative tasks. This varied role is perfect for someone who enjoys building relationships and coordinating meaningful supporter engagement opportunities. You will work with colleagues across Chefs in Schools to gather compelling stories and impact data that demonstrate the difference our funders make.
The responsibilities, skills and experience listed below are intended to give you an idea of what we need for this role. If you don’t meet every requirement but feel you would be able to work with us to deliver the majority of them, we urge you to apply anyway. We’re dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, and for us the most important ‘experience’ is passion for our mission. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
You will have excellent organisation skills, with good attention to detail and the ability to prioritise a varied workload. You will have strong communication skills and be able to build relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders.
We want to get to know you at the interview and understand we can do this best if you’re at ease. We’re an inclusive employer and are passionate about creating a welcoming working environment for everyone. We’re continually updating our DEI policy and have a neurodiversity champion. If you need adjustments to the interview process please let us know.
As we work with children and young people, an offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and DBS clearance, in line with our safeguarding policy.
Key responsibilities
Lead prospect research to build a strong pipeline of trusts, corporates and major donors which align with our mission. This includes network mapping to identify existing connections and relationships.
Act as the CRM champion for fundraising, ensuring all donor interactions and details are accurately recorded and updated.
Support in developing and maintaining inspiring stewardship and engagement plans for funders and supporters.
Provide events support; logistics, guestlist management and other duties where required.
Prepare insightful briefings for the Senior Leadership Team ahead of key funder meetings.
Work with the communications team to create engaging end of term/ annual reports for key funders and donors.
Monitor sector trends and newly launched funding rounds to ensure we never miss an opportunity.
Work with the finance team to process donations and Gift Aid declarations, ensuring thank-yous are sent out promptly.
Pull regular financial and pipeline reports from the database to assist with team forecasting and planning.
Provide warm supporter care as the first point of contact for public fundraising inquiries.
Support the delivery of digital appeals, regular giving, and community fundraising initiatives.
Essential skills & experience
You have at least 1–2 years of experience in a charity fundraising environment.
You have interest and belief in our mission, to improve child health through improving food and food education in schools.
You are an excellent writer and communicator with strong presentation and communication skills.
You have experience of using CRM software.
You have strong research skills and experience synthesizing complex information into succinct and accessible copy.
You are highly organised and can juggle multiple deadlines while maintaining a sharp eye for detail.
You are a natural relationship builder, comfortable interacting with a diverse range of stakeholders.
You demonstrate self-motivation, flexibility and the ability to adapt to an ever-changing, growing organisation.
Desirable skills & experience
Experience using tools like Canva or Mailchimp to create engaging fundraising content.
Experience in planning and delivering fundraising events.
Familiarity with fundraising regulations and data protection laws regarding donor privacy.
What success looks like
Within the first 12 to 18 months, success in this role is likely to include a comprehensive knowledge of our existing fundraising model and key funders, taking the lead in prospect research, leading on account management of restaurant partners, small to medium scale fundraising campaigns, and supporting with event organisation. You will also have gained a comprehensive knowledge of the organisational strategy and the wider school food system.
Our commitment to inclusion
We know that strong candidates may not meet every single requirement listed in this job description.
If this role excites you and you believe you could make a strong contribution to our mission, we would encourage you to apply.
We are committed to building a diverse, equitable and inclusive organisation where people from different backgrounds, experiences and communities can thrive. If you require assistance or reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process please let us know.
Benefits
You would be joining a friendly, supportive team who works hard but believe in a healthy work/life balance. We were voted one of CODE Hospitality's happiest places to work in 2024. We seek a diverse range of perspectives, skills, experience and knowledge. Joining a small, collaborative team means you'll be able to contribute to and draw on various projects and strategic insights.
We offer 33 days of holiday per year including bank holidays, 3 additional office closure days over the Christmas period as well as wellbeing days over the summer school holidays. We also have a Cycle to Work scheme, hybrid working, enhanced parental leave, and free access to the CODE app for discounted restaurants & hospitality venues. We are committed to developing our team and will support you with relevant training opportunities including £250 towards elective training and development of your choice.
We also offer Bupa Dental Insurance, Income Protection Insurance, as well as access to the Aviva Smart Health Platform which offers health benefits including free rapid access online GP appointments, free counselling and wellbeing support.
Application process
In line with our commitment to ensuring a fair and unbiased recruitment process, we invite candidates to answer a series of questions related to their day-to-day job.
Each question has a 250-word limit. We recommend that you develop your answers offline and copy them in when you're ready, to make sure you don't lose your work if interrupted.
All communication about your application, other than a verbal job offer, will be sent through the Applied platform - please check your Applied account regularly (as well as your spam folder) for updates.
Your answers will go through our sifting process: all answers are anonymised, randomised and then reviewed by a panel of reviewers. A longlist of candidates will then additionally have their CVs reviewed. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a 30 minute online interview. Successful candidates will be invited to attend a second, in-person interview at our office in Brixton, London.
Expected duration of this application process: 4-6 weeks
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an online 30-minute competency based interview, held in the week commencing 7th September.
Successful candidates will be invited to an in-person second interview at our office in Brixton, London w/c 14th September. The interview overall will take a maximum of one hour.
We’re on a mission to transform kids’ health through food – plate by plate, class by class, school by school.



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!
Financial Controller
This is an exciting role for a motivated self-starter, who is keen to make a key contribution to delivering financial strategy and has a well-rounded business partnering approach to delivering Finance solutions.
Join an education charity that believes that every young person can make the most of education, unlocking their potential and creating a fairer society.
Position: Financial Controller
Location: London/Hybrid
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £47,000 to £52,000 depending on experience, plus £3,000 London Weighting (where applicable)
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours (we welcome requests for flexible working arrangements)
Close Date: 2 September 2026. Please note this role may close sooner than advertised if a suitable candidate is found.
Interview Date: 11 & 14 September 2026
About the Role
The organisation has ambitious plans to grow and is looking for a Financial Controller to build strong foundations in relation to financial literacy and commercial awareness across the organisation whilst working closely with the Executive. This role will be crucial in supporting the Chief Operating Officer to deliver strategic plans over the next five years.
This role will give you the opportunity to build strong relationships across the organisation and provide outstanding customer service to various stakeholders.
Given the relative size of the organisation, this is a broad role, encompassing many different aspects of Finance and therefore will provide an amazing opportunity for the right candidate to develop a broad Finance skillset.
Role areas of responsibility include:
About You
We are looking for someone who holds a professional accounting qualification (e.g. ACA/ACCA/CIMA), including newly qualified accountants with sufficient experience. Finance professionals that have sufficient relevant experience and are close to becoming fully qualified may also be considered.
You will also have:
About the Organisation
Join an organisations that believes that every young person should have the opportunity to fulfil their potential and make the most of their education. The team are passionate about reducing the educational barriers students face, helping them to pursue a career in their chosen field and follow their dreams.
Benefits include:
The organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
As a proud to be a Level 1 Disability Confident employer, if you require any reasonable adjustments please contact us. Please note, if you are selected for appointment to the role, you will be subject to a DBS check.
You also have experience in roles such as Finance, Financial Controller, Finance and Operations, Finance Officer, Finance Manager, Accountant.
Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client, Not For Profit People. #INDNFP
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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!
Are you an accomplished finance executive looking to combine strategic financial leadership with meaningful climate impact?
We're seeking an exceptional Chief Financial Officer to join the executive team of a mission-driven international organisation working to accelerate the transition to a more sustainable, climate-resilient future. This is a rare opportunity to shape the financial future of a complex, multi-entity organisation as it evolves towards a more diversified and sustainable funding model.
As the organisation's senior finance leader, you will provide strategic oversight of finance while leading key enabling functions including funding operations and facilities. Working closely with the CEO, Board and Executive Leadership Team, you'll help drive organisational resilience, support informed decision-making and ensure robust governance across an international, remote-first environment.
We're looking for someone who can:
You'll bring:
This role is ideal for a purpose-led finance leader who wants to apply their expertise to one of the defining challenges of our time. You'll join an ambitious, international organisation where financial leadership is central to enabling climate innovation, organisational resilience and long-term systems change.
Interested?
If you're an inspiring finance leader ready to shape the next chapter of a high-impact international organisation driving positive climate action, we'd love to hear from you.
Please apply with your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role. We will be interviewing on a rolling basis, as such an early application is highly recommended.
For an informal conversation about the role, please contact our exclusive partner, Bryony Thomas via the Allen Lane agency website.
Harris Hill are delighted to be working exclusively with this National Charitable Charity to recruit their new Deputy Director - Corporate Services & Strategic Finance. (Hybrid)
Deputy Director - Corporate Services & Strategic Finance:
Role Purpose:
To support the strategic leadership of the organisation's financial strategy, governance, and corporate services, ensuring robust financial management, regulatory compliance, and effective organisational systems that enable delivery of the charity's mission.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Financial Leadership
Governance, Risk & Compliance
Corporate Services & Organisational Systems
Leadership & Culture
External Engagement
Person Specification
Essential Qualifications & Experience
Desirable Qualifications & Experience
Leadership
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!
Hybrid - London WC1H - we operate hybrid, flexible working practices with 20% of your time per month being office based
Join the ACU as Head of Communications and Engagement and use your expertise and experience to help us in our mission to be the voice of Commonwealth universities, supporting them to collaborate and to advance their contribution to sustainable development.
Working at the intersection of higher education and international development, The ACU offers a unique opportunity to make a real difference. We are one of the largest, most diverse international university networks, bringing together over 400 members in more than 40 countries, and our official role within the Commonwealth and United Nations affords an impactful platform for advocacy and strategic partnerships.
The role
The Head of Communications and Engagement leads ACU's external voice and its member engagement function, ensuring that our member universities experience ACU as a present, credible and valuable partner. This role is the primary custodian of how ACU communicates with the world and how relationships with members, stakeholders and partners are built, maintained and deepened.
You will develop and lead an integrated communications and engagement strategy, ensuring all activity is strategically aligned, well-coordinated and delivered with maximum impact.
Working closely with the Director, you will provide leadership in shaping the external affairs of the ACU, finding new and creative ways to communicate ACU's work and impact, strengthen our position with key audiences and platform our advocacy messages within the sector and with key decisions makers including at major multilateral forums. You will oversee marketing efforts to drive participation with our member opportunities and for our managed programmes and will be responsible for contract fulfilment for a range of external clients. You will also lead on internal communications in support of our people and culture agenda.
Working with the Head of Membership and Events and Head of Policy and Research, you will be jointly responsible for the membership strategy, leading an international engagement team to ensure that our offer is visible to members, and our diverse and geographically dispersed network feel engaged and see the value of membership.
Who are we looking for?
We are looking for an experienced senior leader who can bring a strategic and an integrated approach to communications and engagement, enjoys working in a collaborative international environment and who will foster creativity and innovation to deliver maximum impact.
You will:
What to expect
We see equity, diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our mission and we value the many different perspectives that people from all backgrounds bring to our collective performance (you can find more about our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and safeguarding on our website by clicking here). We believe in investing in all our people and creating cultures in which everyone can thrive.
We offer a fantastic package of benefits including:
How to apply
Apply via the apply button which will redirect you to our recruitment portal.
Closing date: 27th August 2026 at 23.45 pm.
Interviews will take place on 7th September 2026.
First stage interviews will take place virtually. A second stage will be conducted in-person at our London office in the week commencing 14/09/2026.
Prospectus is delighted to be partnering with our client, a Brixton-based creative hub and Arts Council National Portfolio Organisation. The organisation is a music, media and technology centre supporting young people and adults to explore creativity, develop skills and improve wellbeing.
We are looking for an experienced finance professional to join the Senior Management Team and provide confident financial and organisational leadership. Working closely with the CEO, Treasurer and wider Board, you will lead budgeting, forecasting, management reporting, financial controls, funded-programme finance, risk and the year-end process. You will also provide proportionate leadership across people systems, governance, contracts and organisational operations.
This is a senior role, but it is also genuinely hands-on.
Alongside this, we are looking for someone who will thrive on helping to lead the operations of a busy, vibrant cultural centre, ensuring that the systems, people, contracts and resources underpinning our programmes, studios, building and events work smoothly, safely and effectively.
You will provide oversight of health and safety, compliance, organisational risk and business continuity, working closely with the colleagues and external specialists responsible for day-to-day delivery. This is a senior role, but it is also genuinely hands-on.
The right person for this role:
Direct charity-finance experience would be useful, but it is not essential. We welcome applicants from other sectors who can demonstrate transferable experience of multiple income streams, projects, contracts or cost centres. We are not looking for a particular accountancy qualification; relevant experience, practical expertise and the ability to fulfil the role are what matter.
We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and especially encourage applications from those who reflect the lived experiences of the South London communities we serve.
At Prospectus, we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process, then please contact Shannon Sanderson at Prospectus.
ORGANISATION
Join one of the UK's largest and most impactful charities, supporting people across the UK and internationally through a diverse range of services, programmes and campaigns. With a strong commitment to making a lasting difference, the organisation offers a collaborative and values-driven environment where finance plays a key role in supporting strategic decision-making and delivering social impact.
THE ROLE
As a Finance Business Partner, you will work closely with senior operational leaders, providing financial insight, challenge and support to help achieve organisational objectives. You will be responsible for driving effective financial planning and performance management across a portfolio of business areas, enabling stakeholders to make informed decisions and maximise the impact of resources.
This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional who enjoys building relationships, influencing decision-making and translating financial information into meaningful business insight.
Key responsibilities include:
* Partnering with senior stakeholders to support strategic and operational decision-making.
* Leading budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes.
* Delivering insightful financial analysis, reporting and performance commentary.
* Supporting and challenging budget holders to improve financial performance.
* Developing financial models, business cases and scenario planning.
* Identifying financial risks and opportunities and recommending actions.
* Presenting financial information clearly to both finance and non-finance audiences.
* Supporting the development of KPIs and performance reporting.
* Building financial understanding across operational teams.
* Contributing to year-end activities, audit requirements and finance improvement projects.
ABOUT YOU
* Fully qualified accountant.
* Significant experience in a Finance Business Partnering, Management Accounting or similar role within a large and complex organisation.
* Strong experience of budgeting, forecasting and financial planning.
* Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to turn financial data into actionable insights.
* Advanced Excel skills and experience of financial modelling.
* Strong stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to influence and challenge constructively.
* Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage non-finance audiences.
* Proactive, organised and solutions-focused approach.
Desirable experience:
* Charity or not-for-profit sector experience.
* Knowledge of VAT and Gift Aid.
* Experience developing KPIs and performance reporting frameworks.
* Experience supporting large, multi-departmental budgets.
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU
* Hybrid working two days per week in the London office.
* 35-hour working week, supporting a strong work-life balance.
* Matched pension contribution.
* On-site café with staff discounts.
* Minimum 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and Christmas closure.
* The opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to a nationally recognised charity.
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Harris Hill are delighted to be partnering with a highly respected international charity to recruit a Head of Corporate Development.
This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a growing corporate fundraising programme within a values-led organisation making a real global impact. You'll combine strategic relationship management with new business development, working with corporate partners across the UK, Europe and internationally.
A real highlight of the role is the opportunity for international travel (approximately 6–7 weeks per year), with recent trips including Singapore, Japan, Dubai and across Europe.
The Role
You'll lead corporate fundraising, delivering an annual income target of around £900,000 through a diverse portfolio of corporate partnerships. Rather than relying on a handful of major donors, income is generated through a broad range of corporate supporters, making both relationship management and business development key to success.
You'll also lead a small team, use CRM data to inform fundraising activity and work closely with senior stakeholders.
About You
We're looking for someone who:
Why Apply?
You'll join an organisation with an exceptional culture and an ambitious fundraising team that has grown from 3 people in 2017 to 14 today. It's a collaborative environment where you'll have the opportunity to make a genuine global impact.
How to Apply
Please submit your CV and a supporting statement of no more than 500 words outlining your suitability for the role by 12:00pm on Friday 28 August 2026.
First-round interviews: Monday 7 or Tuesday 8 September 2026 (virtual)
Second-round interviews: Thursday 24 September 2026 (London)
To find out more, please contact Hannah Laking at .
As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to equitable and inclusive recruitment and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.
We are currently seeking a Head of Finance Business Partnering to join our developing and newly repositioned Finance team on a permanent basis.
We are committed to improving diversity and inclusion across our organisation. Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and the Global Majority are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single specification. If you’re excited about the role but your experience or qualifications don’t perfectly align, we encourage you to apply anyway. We particularly encourage applications from underrepresented groups such as the global majority, LGBTQA+, those from a working-class background, those with a disability and neurodiverse conditions.
The role:
This role is specifically responsible for delivery of appropriate budget reporting that have been the result of future-focussed, strategic and inclusive business partnering relationships across Shakespeare’s Globe between budget holders and the Finance Business Partner team.
This team needs to be led by someone who understands where the budget holders are, understand their fears and concerns, understand the reasons behind their previous decisions, and hold them to account whilst inspiring them to work differently to achieve the financial budgeting. This role will be working specifically within and joining up the interdependencies of how the work impacts other work, other teams and other expenditure. You will need to be able to identify where budget decisions have been made driven by emotions rather than by the business and strategy. The ability to get buy-in is important whilst ensuring objectivity is essential. We do not need an enabler, we need a gentle and collaborative disruptor.
Shakespeare’s Globe:
We celebrate Shakespeare’s transformative impact on the world by conducting a radical theatrical experiment. Inspired and informed by the unique historic playing conditions of two beautiful iconic theatres, our diverse programme of work harnesses the power of performance, cultivates intellectual curiosity and excites learning to make Shakespeare accessible for all.
Benefits:
To apply:
For more information, please download the job description from this page. To apply, please complete the online application form on our website by 12:00pm (midday) on 10 September 2026.
First round interviews will take place week commencing 5 October 2026.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We're looking for someone to support our two co-ceos at an award-winning charity changing how the media tells stories about climate, economy, children's health, and more. This is a varied, high-trust executive assistant role at the heart of a small, values-led team.
About Heard
At Heard, we help the UK's biggest broadcasters, publishers and charities move away from trauma-heavy storytelling and towards stories that make change feel possible. For 18 years we've worked with teams at the BBC, Channel 4, Netflix, The Guardian and The Sun, and with charities including Crisis and Great Ormond Street Hospital. Last year alone, our work reached a combined audience of over 23 million people.
About the role
As executive assistant, you'll provide comprehensive support to our two co-CEOs and, where needed, the wider exec team. This is a varied, trusted role at the centre of the organisation, covering everything from calendar management and inbox triage to board logistics and minute-taking.
You'll act as a gatekeeper and gateway between our co-CEOs and the people they work with, exercising judgement and discretion to keep things running smoothly. You'll also hold our governance processes from scheduling and minuting board meetings to coordinating trustee recruitment and keeping our terms of reference up to date. This role gives you the chance to build expertise across administration, governance, and organisational operations in a progressive organisation.
Key details
Benefits
What you'll be working on
About you
Experience in the charity sector, particularly a small charity, is helpful but not essential.
How to apply
Apply via our website by submitting your CV and answering short application questions.
Closing date: 9am, Tuesday 1st September 2026
Interviews: First round online Monday 14th September; second round in person in London, Tuesday 22nd September
See Job Pack for full details.
Heard is a charity working with people and the media to inspire content and communication that changes hearts and minds.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Join our team as our new Fruitful Cafe Team Member, supporting the growth of our Fruitful Cafe into a pillar of our community and the training employer of choice for adults with learning disabilities in London.
As our Café Team Member, you'll play a key role in helping people take their next steps into work in the hospitality industry. Reporting to the Fruitful Café Project Manager, you'll support our trainees development, work on the day-to-day Cafe operations, and ensure our customers feel welcome.
You'll work closely with the Fruitful Development Worker and our café crew to help trainees build their skills, confidence and experience in a real working café. Every day, you'll support up to four trainees as they gain paid work experience in hospitality while serving around 50 customers.
Empowering adults with learning disabilities to achieve their ambitions.

The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Head of Health Information and Support
Permanent
Salary: £55,000 - £60,000 per annum, plus benefits
London N1
Full time – 37.5 hours a week
We're a hybrid working employer, meaning you're required to come into the office on average 2-3 days per week, currently Tuesday and Wednesday or Thursday
Closing date: 11.59pm, Mon 31 August 2026
First Interviews: 9/10/11 September 2026
Second interviews: 22/23 September 2026
An exciting opportunity for a Head of Health Information and Support has arisen at World Cancer Research Fund (WCRF).
World Cancer Research Fund champions the latest and most authoritative scientific research from around the world on cancer prevention and survival through diet, weight and physical activity, so that we can empower people to make informed lifestyle choices to reduce their cancer risk.
We are seeking an inspiring, strategic and collaborative leader to shape and deliver WCRF’s Health Information and Support strategy across three core audiences: the general public, health professionals and cancer survivors. The team turns WCRF’s scientific evidence on cancer prevention and survival into practical, accessible information, training and support based on our Cancer Prevention Recommendations. The postholder will lead and develop the team, ensuring its work is innovative, evidence-based, high quality and demonstrably effective.
Working across Science, Policy, Fundraising, Communications and Engagement, you will create new ways to share our health information, improve existing resources and services, and build impactful partnerships. You will ensure that public and patient insight shapes our work from cancer prevention to survivorship, strengthen programmes for health professionals and make effective use of digital channels. Responsibilities include contributing to our Medical Education programme, participating in working and steering groups and speaking at national conferences, networking at events, engaging corporate audiences and acting as a spokesperson in broadcast and print media. Ultimately, you will help establish WCRF as the go-to source of information and support on the links between cancer, nutrition and lifestyle.
The successful candidate will have a strong track record of implementing strategy, developing business and operational plans, and leading high-performing teams.
You will bring substantial experience in areas such as health information or education, working with healthcare professionals, UK health policy, health science or research, or marketing health information and services. You will be confident in measuring impact, managing budgets and using data to improve performance, with strong knowledge of non-communicable diseases and issues including nutrition, obesity, diet and physical activity. An excellent communicator and relationship-builder, you will be proactive, creative and results-focused, able to operate at senior management level and open to using digital, AI and other emerging tools to improve effectiveness and efficiency.
Application Details:
If you are interested in this role and feel you possess the necessary requirements, please submit a current CV and covering letter (maximum 2 pages) by the closing date. You must have current right to work in the UK.
Please note: Your cover letter should highlight how your skills and experience will benefit WCRF and equip you for the role.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are only able to provide feedback to shortlisted candidates. If you do not hear from us within 14 days of the closing date, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
WCRF is a UK cancer prevention charity. We look at how diet, weight and physical activity affect the risk of developing and surviving cancer.
Role Overview: The Chief Operating Officer (COO) is responsible for the strategic and operational leadership of The Vavengers Charity. Working closely with the CEO and Board of Trustees, the COO ensures the organisation operates efficiently, sustainably, and in accordance with its charitable objectives, governance requirements, and legal obligations. The COO will oversee the charity's day-to-day operations, work closely with the CEO to improve organisational systems and processes, manage operational risks, and support the delivery of high-quality frontline, campaigning and convening programmes while fostering a positive and inclusive organisational culture. Alongside the CEO and other team members, the COO is an inspiring leader who champions the charity’s values, elevates its profile, and steers its work to influence national and international policy and advocacy, engage communities, and support survivors of violence.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
Support the CEO in delivering the charity's strategic plan.
Translate strategic priorities into operational plans and measurable outcomes.
Identify opportunities for organisational growth, innovation, and partnerships.
Contribute to long-term sustainability planning and organisational development.
Operational Management
Lead the day-to-day operational management of the charity.
Develop and maintain effective operational policies, procedures, and systems.
Ensure programmes and services are delivered efficiently, safely, and to a high standard and be an active delivery person for programmes.
Manage the resources and visitors of Vavengers HQ and ensure the space is utilised effectively by ambassadors and members of the charity
Monitor organisational performance and help produce an annual impact report
Governance and Compliance
Ensure compliance with charity law, employment legislation, safeguarding requirements, data protection regulations, and relevant regulatory standards.
Support the CEO and the Board of Trustees through timely reporting and implementation of governance decisions.
Maintain organisational policies and ensure regular review and compliance.
Oversee organisational risk management and business continuity planning.
Financial Oversight
Work alongside the CEO and Treasurer to develop and monitor the annual budget and management accounts/cash flow.
Ensure effective financial controls and value-for-money practices.
Monitor operational expenditure and resource allocation.
Actively participate in income-generating activities, including supporting grant applications, other fundraising initiatives, and partnership building.
Support the CEO and board of trustees to produce annual accounts.
People Leadership
Act as a key leader for incoming staff members, ambassadors and volunteers.
Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing trauma-informed workplace culture.
Oversee recruitment, performance management, learning, and staff wellbeing.
Oversee volunteer and ambassador management
Programme Delivery
Ensure all programmes achieve planned objectives and demonstrate measurable impact, providing critical support and care to survivors and those at risk.
Establish systems for monitoring, evaluation, and continuous improvement.
Promote innovation and evidence-based practice across all service areas.
Deliver support hubs in partnership with ambassadors
Partnerships and External Relations
Develop and maintain effective relationships with funders, local authorities, community organisations, activists, corporate partners, government members and other stakeholders.
Represent the charity at meetings, conferences, and partnership events as required.
Support collaborative working across sectors to maximise impact.
Risk Management
Identify operational risks and implement mitigation strategies.
Ensure appropriate safeguarding, health and safety, and information security practices are maintained.
Develop and oversee business continuity and crisis management procedures.
Person Specification
Essential Qualifications and Experience
Significant leadership and campaigning experience within the charity, public, or private sector.
Demonstrated success in operational management and organisational development.
Experience managing budgets and financial planning.
Strong understanding of governance and regulatory compliance.
Proven ability to manage change and deliver organisational improvements.
Excellent project and programme management skills.
Knowledge
Charity governance and best practice.
Financial management principles.
Human resources and employment legislation.
Risk management and organisational compliance.
Monitoring and evaluation frameworks.
Safeguarding and data protection requirements.
Racial, social and gender justice.
Skills
Strategic thinking with strong operational delivery.
Outstanding leadership and people management.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Effective stakeholder engagement and partnership development.
Excellent organisational and decision-making skills.
Ability to balance strategic priorities with operational detail.
What We Offer
An opportunity to shape the future of The Vavengers alongside inspiring leaders
A Central London workspace
Professional development opportunities
A collaborative, led-by and for values-driven working environment in the gender justice sector
The chance to lead positive change for the communities we serve
A flexible working opportunity with an appropriate London living wage
Staff wellbeing programmes
Equal Opportunities
The Vavengers Charity is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from people from all walks of life and are committed to creating an environment where everyone is respected, valued, and able to thrive. We are a led-by-and-for movement, and we encourage those with lived experience of Gender-Based Violence to apply for paid and unpaid positions in our organisation.
The Vavengers is an equal opportunity employer. In line with legal requirements and the nature of the work required for this role(running women-only safe spaces), we are seeking women-only applications as an occupational requirement under Schedule 9 Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010.
We are a UK-based women and survivor-led movement working to end Female Genital Mutilation and all other forms of Violence Against Women and Girls.



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