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Counselling Service Administrator
Age UK Camden is recruiting an Administration Officer to join the Counselling Team.
Age UK Camden is a local, independent and innovative charity which has provided services to older people in Camden for more than 50 years through diverse and inclusive services. Our counselling services operate in partnership with the NHS Camden Talking Therapies for Anxiety and Depression iCope, and we offer time-limited counselling (on average 8-12 sessions) for clients with low to medium levels of depression, anxiety, and psychological issues.
The successful candidate will:
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Assist with the Counselling Services’ administrative needs and conduct tasks as required by the Counselling Service Manager and the Clinical Lead Councillor
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Ensure in conjunction with the Manager, the effective implementation of administrative systems for supporting the service including the maintenance of the Client Filing system and the databases, including Charitylog and IAPTus database.
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Make contacts with clients by telephone, email, letter and in person regarding their enquiries, referrals, progress and cancellation.
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Help arrange workshops and therapy groups as requested.
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(See Job description and person specification for full duties)
Salary: SCP 12-15 £29,071.14 to £30,672.75 pa FTE (£17,442.68 to £18,403.65 pa for a 21 hour week)
Hours: 21 hours per week Contract Type: Permanent
Closing date: Monday 21st July 2025 - 5pm
Interview dates: Thursday 31st July 2025 – in person
To Apply please complete the application form, equal opps form and criminal declaration
As part of the application process please submit an application form demonstrating how you meet the shortlisting criteria in the Person Specification. Please also complete and return the criminal convictions declaration form.
Age UK Camden is an Equal Opportunities and London Living Wage Employer. Registered Charity No. 293446
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This is an exciting opportunity in a role to join our Fundraising team and support the amazing work of this new Charity in our 6th year of delivering a range of therapeutic services. We offer specialist youth counselling, anger management counselling and specialist therapeutic support for parents too. We’re experts on emotional and behavioural dis-regulation often as a result of some form of Neuro-diversity like Autism and ADHD and passionate about championing the need for expert support for this much misunderstood and misdiagnosed condition.
We achieve excellent outcomes for those who engage with us and help both young people and their parents learn how to cope with all that challenges them enabling them to attend school and college and enjoy manageable social lives to avoid the isolation, anxiety and depression that is so often the result of poor or no support.
We have a strong local reputation for excellence and high professional standards that we are very proud of, we work hard to place ourselves within multi agency teams around children and families to inform the systems on how to nurture and support those struggling with school and life.
We’re growing, having just moved into larger, more spacious purpose-built premises in Farnham and need to increase our capacity further to meet the ever growing needs of families in the NE Hants / Surrey border area challenged by poor mental health and in need of timely and expert support, but Fundraising is now key to our future success.
We are now looking to strengthen our Fundraising Team. Although we are open to a variety of candidate experience, the overall team must be absolutely focused on achieving successful grants applications and Fundraising that delivers no less than £185k p/a, and significantly more to meet our growth aspirations.
So, you could have a proven track record of fundraising and providing accurate forecasting to CEO and Trustees with a good knowledge of, and existing relationships with foundations and grant-giving organisations, or, you might be a strong administrator, ideally with some experience of managing the full life cycle of a grant applications. All team members are expected to own and progress multiple Grant applications and own a fundraising target of thier own
We are looking for up to 2 people to join our fundraising team. These are part time roles (max hrs expected to be 18hrs) depending on applicant. Ideally we are looking for one very senior experienced Fundraising Manager (and minimum salary will be adjusted accordingly) and one Grant Administrator but overall team success is key and org structure can be adjusted accordingly.
Location: is flexible but applicants must be prepared to be in the office in Farnham with the rest of the Fundraising team and Director of Services at least half a day a week
How to Apply:
Whatever you experience or interest, if you have some or all of these...
- excellent writing skills
- are proactive
- a great communicator
- detail orientated
- a passion for fundraising and our purpose
- a proven track record of successful fund raising
please send your CV to with a covering letter explaining your relevant experience and skills, and how you think you could compliment or potentially lead the Fundraising Team. Please also be clear on the number of hours you would want to work a week and how flexible you can be with your working pattern.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This is an exciting time to join Liverpool Zoe’s Place and the Finance Manager is a new post for the organisation. The Baby Hospice transferred to the new charity on May 1st 2025 with great potential for commissioning, and with a healthy financial platform due to the generosity of businesses and the public in Liverpool. This is a new start for Liverpool Zoe’s Place and our plans for a brand new state of the art hospice are agreed and we will move into the new hospice by June 2026, with all the required funding in place.
This post is to manage and co-ordinate the smooth running of the finance department ensuring all processes and procedures are streamlined, efficient and produced in a timely manner. This will involve the management of daily financial matters and overseeing the production of the monthly management accounts for both the hospice and its commercial companies. The role will also involve ensuring good financial governance within the department and across the organisation ensuring charity compliance with financial regulations, and management of commissioning arrangements.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Job Summary
Learning Support Assistants support PiP’s Development Workers to deliver a flexible programme of learning and development opportunities; ensuring that students can actively participate and engage in sessions, giving student’s maximum opportunity to learn and develop.
PiP’s programmes focus on four learning pathways:
- Independent Living Skills
- Creative and Performing Arts
- Health, Wellbeing and Happiness
- Employment and Vocational Skills
The role incorporates session delivery, recording and monitoring student progress, key working responsibilities such as liaising with student’s support networks and involvement in PiP’s wider work.
Who We Are
PIP is a local charity that supports adults with learning disabilities or autism to achieve their potential, and to lead lives that are as independent as possible.
Our mission is to empower adults with learning disabilities to achieve their potential. We are a growing, grassroots charity based in West London, and run a number of key services to promote independence and choice for our students.
What You’ll Need
- Experience of working with people with learning disabilities, or a similar vulnerable service user group in care or educational settings
- A strong commitment to person-centred support and advocacy
- A passion for enabling positive change in the lives of our students
- The character and communication skills to be an effective and supportive team member
- Energy, initiative and a proactive attitude
- A calm and creative approach to challenges and problem solving
What We Offer:
· You'll get 25 days holiday + bank holidays ever year. We're closed for Christmas but the rest of the year you may take leave whenever you wish.
· An extra day of annual leave for each year you've worked with us up to another 5 (30 in total)
· We offer a travel subsidy to help with the cost of commuting.
· We provide a 4% pension contribution
· Incremental pay progression
· When we can, we try to have an early finish on Fridays for staff at 4 pm
· Free Employee Assistance Programme 24/7 including access to counselling
· We offer regular team meals and social-generally during work hours and they are optional.
· We offer a cycle-to-work scheme and other staff discounts
Our Mission
PiP's mission is to empower adults with learning disabilities to achieve their potential. We are a growing, grassroots charity based in West London, and run a number of key services to promote independence and choice for our service users.
Our commitments
PiP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with the Inclusive Employers Standard 2020. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly applicants who are significantly underrepresented in our sector, such as people with lived experience of disabilities and individuals from Black and Minority ethnic communities.
PiP keeps all personal information confidential and in line with current data protection legislation and GDPR.
Closing Date: July 31st 2025
We encourage you to apply early, as applications will be reviewed as soon as they are received, and we reserve the right to close the advert sooner subject to finding suitable candidates.
Southwark Law Centre is a charity offering free specialist legal advice and representation to individuals in Southwark and beyond.
Southwark Law Centre
Job Description
Job Title: Operations Manager
Reports to: Executive Director
Salary: NJC Scale SP SP27-31 £41,580 - £44,480 (starting salary dependent on experience)
Hours: Full-Time – 35 hours per week
Main Objectives
· To oversee the smooth running of the Law Centre
· To ensure we have the right systems in place to support staff to work efficiently.
· To identify opportunities to use tech to support our mission.
· To lead on data, supporting us to tell our clients’ stories and to demonstrate the transformative nature of our work.
Key Responsibilities
1. IT Coordination
- Oversee the Law Centre’s IT systems to ensure they are secure, efficient, and meet the organisation's needs.
- Manage and develop the Law Centre's case management system to ensure it supports the effective delivery of services and reporting requirements.
- Liaise with external IT providers to coordinate maintenance, updates, and troubleshooting.
- Identify and implement opportunities for digital transformation and improved operational efficiency.
- Complete the annual Cyber Essentials return, ensuring that the organisation maintains the highest level of data security.
- Ensure the Law Centre makes use of the most appropriate and cost effective equipment, systems and software.
- Providing basic training to staff on systems and tools
- Maintain the asset register.
- Maintain the organisation’s IT plan and update it annually
2. Systems
· Lead on our paperless working processes
· Ensure that our Sharepoint site is set up logically and with the correct permissions in place.
· Develop our Sharepoint site in order that it functions as an intranet for sharing information internally.
· Negotiate and manage our contracts with printing providers
· Maintain regular reviews of the systems we’re using, assessing whether they are fit for purpose or not and whether there are alternative products which represent better value for money.
· Manage the organisation’s telephony.
3. Data and Reporting
- Maintain a clear overview of the data collected by the organisation.
- Prepare reports from the case management system and other data collection tools to feed into reports and funding bids.
- Develop new reports to feed into our billing and accountancy as well as various audits.
- Review and analyse the organisation’s data to understand trends and to assist with service development.
- Play an integral role in using data to communicate the impact of the organisation.
4. Data Protection
· Overall responsibility for the data protection obligations of the organisation.
· Keeping abreast of changes and updates to Data Protection legislation.
· Delivering regular training to staff on Data Protection.
5. Finance and Billing
· Support the finance manager and practice manager by ensuring all systems are optimised for efficiency.
· Liaising with our payroll provider, responsible for running monthly payroll accurately, including keeping track of new starters and leavers.
· Support casework staff with training and technical solutions to allow them to bill files efficiently.
· When needed, to work with the finance manager and practice manager to coordinate regular payment runs.
· Attendance at regular meetings of the Finance Sub-Committee.
6. Support to Executive Director
- Member of the senior management team, contributing to strategic planning and organisational development.
- Provide operational insights and recommendations to enhance the Law Centre’s performance and service delivery.
- Coordinate and chair regular meetings of the IT Working Group
- Report regularly to the Trustees on operational issues
7. Regulatory Compliance
- Ensure compliance with all relevant legal and regulatory requirements, including health and safety and data protection (GDPR).
- Participate in and ensure the smooth running of the annual Lexcel audit as well as other regular audits.
8. Professional Development
- To attend regular support and supervision and appraisal meetings.
- To keep up-to-date and to meet identified learning and development needs as appropriate.
9. Teamwork and Service Development
- To attend and contribute to staff meetings
- To attend and actively participate in other meetings as required, and to take an active role in the planning and development of the Law Centre.
- To network and liaise with external agencies as agreed.
10. General
- To uphold and promote the Aims and Principles of the Law Centre
- To be available to work outside normal office hours on occasion as required and notified in advance.
- To undertake any other duties that are compatible with the functions of the post.
Person Specification
Essential
- Excellent IT skills with extensive experience working with Excel and other Microsoft Office products as well as database products.
- A minimum of two years experience in a similar role, or relevant transferrable skills.
- Ability to develop, maintain and report on data and compliance records, including the ability to impart information in an understandable way.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Highly organised with the ability to set priorities, meet goals and evaluate processes and results.
- Confident, self reliant, capable of taking the initiative and working autonomously.
- Good attention to detail.
- Exceptional problem-solving skills.
Desirable
- Experience managing and developing case management systems or similar software.
- Demonstrated ability to manage budgets and supplier relationships effectively.
- Experience in supporting legal or advice services organisations.
- Knowledge of the operational challenges facing community-based organisations.
Please visit our website to download an application pack
Closing date for applications: 28 July 2025 at 9am
Interviews will take place on: 6 August 2025
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This is an exciting opportunity to lead our Alumni Engagement team who provide support to an alumni base of almost 40,000 contactable alumni of the Sutton Trust programmes. These are generally young people from lower socio-economic backgrounds who move into highly competitive universities, courses and careers. The alumni community has grown rapidly over the past 3 years and now expects around 6-7000 new alumni to join each September. Engagement covers supporting their transition to university and into the workplace through communications, events and programmes. It also spans alumni volunteering, our Alumni Leadership Board, and working with our Development team towards alumni giving.
The role is dynamic and diverse, requiring you to be able to think strategically whilst devising and delivering on operational delivery plans, and we are looking for a confident and experienced team leader during a period of maternity leave.
This role is part of the Programmes Leadership Team and will work closely with the Director of Programmes, Head of Employability Programmes and Head of University Access & Digital on shaping the strategic direction of the team and its programmatic work. The role will also connect closely to the work of the Development Team as we look to devise and implement a segmented alumni giving scheme, as well as the Communications and Policy team, and may evolve to take on new projects over time.
Main duties
- Strategic leadership to alumni engagement, including:
- Embedding alumni relations and programming across the organisation, ensuring alumni are considered or involved in all areas of the Trust’s work
- Managing budget and project timelines to ensure projects are delivered effectively
- Working with the wider programmes team to ensure a smooth transition for Sutton Trust beneficiaries between programmes and the alumni community
- Alumni Engagement and Volunteering:
- Refining and communicating the alumni strategy across the Trust and to donors and external stakeholders
- Growing the Sutton Trust alumni network and developing a long-term strategy for alumni engagement, including communications and events, identifying key areas of focus and setting out benchmarks and KPIs
- Overseeing a suite of volunteering opportunities for alumni to give back to, and represent the Trust in (for example on programmes, with our funder base, in our research and policy work, or to benefit the alumni community)
- Managing the online alumni platform (STA) and its integration with other platforms .
- Overseeing the recruitment to and engagement of the Alumni Leadership Board and new Changemaker/Ambassador programme to build on our advocacy work, and ensuring effective engagement with the work of the Trust and the wider alumni community
- Ensuring that the above complements a long-term plan which would enable alumni to fundraise for the Trust or make donations in support of the Trust
- Programme management and Alumni Support:
- Support delivery of access to the workplace and employability programming for alumni alongside the Head of Employability Programmes
- Overseeing the delivery of bursary support programmes (including the Opportunity Bursary funded by JP Morgan) by the Alumni Programmes Manager from recruitment to evaluation and reporting
- Overseeing the delivery of a series of employer-led events (working with employer-facing colleagues across the Trust) across a range of industry sectors that support student access to workplace opportunities, and the chance to build employability skills (such as networking / interview skills etc)
- Overseeing the development of content and activities to support young alumni transitioning to HE
- Overseeing the evaluation and scoping for potential growth for alumni-alumni mentoring with the Alumni Connect programme (piloted in Spring 2025)
- Ensuring appropriate systems and processes are in place to manage programmes and events for alumni
- Alumni Giving and Relationship Management
- Working closely with the Development team to provide support for key funding partnerships including those that directly fund/ work with the Alumni team.
- Working with the Director of Development/ Head of Philanthropy to input into a new strategy to build funding from our alumni
- Working with the Development team to implement an ongoing segmented fundraising communications plan to build awareness of our need for funding and directing alumni to appropriate giving schemes depending on their life/career stage
- Identifying potential mid to high level alumni donors and working with the Development team to cultivate
- Representing the Trust and facilitating introductions via senior alumni for new and potential employer or delivery partners
- Team Management:
- Leading the alumni team to ensure effective engagement of our alumni community, including line management responsibility, team meetings, pastoral support and appraisals
- Line managing, motivating and proactively supporting the Alumni Programmes Manager and Senior Alumni Officer in their professional development
- Working with Director of Programmes and Heads of Programmes on team management, culture and long term planning
- Working across the organisation on cross-team projects, such as with the employer working group, youth voice, Changemaker pilot, alumni giving, and STO/STA platforms strategy.
- Member of extended-SLT
- Other duties as necessary from time to time
Person Specification
We welcome applications from individuals who have experience in:
- Professional experience of alumni relations, or managing other similar membership communities, ideally within the education or charity sector.
- Has experience working within or an understanding of the not for profit sector and/or the education sectors;
- Experience of developing strategies, frameworks and operational plans to support alumni relations, programmes and events for young people, or equivalent
- Strong understanding of databases, data processes and experience using a CRM (ideally Salesforce)
- Experience in project management, monitoring and evaluation, managing budgets, financial control and administration
- Building relationships with significant, diverse stakeholder groups
- Experience of managing volunteers and volunteer stewardship
- Excellent verbal and written communication and strong analytical skills
- First-class interpersonal skills - a natural ambassador able to represent the Sutton Trust in a range of settings
- Working collaboratively across teams and within a small team
- Line management and leadership of a small team
- Adapting to new opportunities and trialling new initiatives
- Personable, flexible and discreet; able to fit in to a small team
We are also looking for an individual who:
- Has experience of building philanthropic support through alumni
- Is sympathetic to the aims of the Trust and its mission to address educational disadvantage;
- Has excellent attention to detail;
- Is eligible to work in the UK (see here for information about right to work)
Terms of Appointment
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- Contract: 13-month Fixed-term Maternity cover contract starting November 2025. Our ideal dates are from 1 November 2025 – 30 November 2026, however we can be flexible if needed for the right candidate.
- Salary: £60,000-£64,000 per annum
- Working location: Minimum of 2 office days per week
- Office location: The Sutton Trust, 9th Floor, Millbank Tower, 21-24 Millbank, London, SW1P 4QP. Our home working policy gives staff the option to work from home for up to 60% of the time, with approval from their line manager.
- Hours: The standard working hours are 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday and may also be required to attend events / meetings outside of their normal working hours during weekday evenings and occasionally at weekends
- DBS check will be required
Interviews
Applications should reach us by midnight, Sunday 20th July, with first round interviews held over Zoom on Tuesday, 29th July, and second round interviews held at our London offices on Tuesday, 5th August.
Safeguarding statement
The Sutton Trust believes that a child, young person or vulnerable adult should never experience abuse of any kind. We all have a responsibility to promote the welfare of all children and young people and to keep them safe. Therefore all posts undergo a safer recruitment process, including but not limited to, disclosure of criminal records where necessary and eligibility to work in the UK. We have procedures in place to promote safeguarding and a safe culture at the Trust.
Contextual recruitment
The Trust is committed to ensuring equality of opportunity and that all applicants receive equal consideration for employment. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds, including those underrepresented at present at the Trust, to apply for this role. As such we particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities, Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ and from different socio-economic and educational backgrounds. We are committed to being an inclusive and welcoming place to work and know that greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the young people we support.
We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for disabled candidates throughout our recruitment process and during employment.
We also operate contextual recruitment at the Sutton Trust. Our application process gives you the option to include information about your background, such as whether you were eligible for free school meals, whether your parents went to university, or whether you attended a state school. For more examples and information on contextual recruitment, please see our website.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are searching for a Head of Community Development
Location: The Southville Centre, Beauley Road, Bristol.
Contract Type: Permanent.
Hours: 30.0 hours per week.
Salary: £38,987.69 per annum (pro rata £31,190.48).
Holidays: 31 days (232.5 hours, pro rata 186.0 hours) including Bank Holidays, plus additional long-service leave (capped).
Benefits: Pension scheme, subsidised under-fives childcare, employee assistance programme, training and development opportunities.
Closing Date: Monday 21st July.
Interviews: Week commencing 28th July.
We are very happy to discuss this position before the closing date.
We’re looking for a compassionate, strategic leader to join us as our Head of Community Development
This is a rewarding opportunity to lead a department delivering high-impact services to our community of benefit, some services are in partnership with the NHS and Bristol City Council Social Care. You’ll shape and grow our community-facing work, focusing on what matters most to local people, while upholding the charity’s values and long-term vision.
Reporting to the CEO, you will lead a committed team delivering our Community Development initiatives (BS3 Community Food Club & Cupboards. Activities for older people and intergenerational offers, BS3 Community Connectors and more), BS3 Community Webs (our social prescribing service), and BS3 Community Care (a growing Social Enterprise Community Business). You’ll work collaboratively with voluntary sector, statutory, and clinical partners, and contribute to the cross-organisation strategy and planning as part of the Senior Management Team.
Who we are
We are a well-established charity and community anchor organisation, based across two sites in Southville and Bedminster. Through our centres, café, nursery, and community programmes, we work to improve the wellbeing, health, happiness, and sense of belonging of people living in the BS3 area.
We’re passionate about helping our staff grow, whether that’s through professional development or creating space to thrive in their roles.
Who you are
You’re a relational leader and thoughtful collaborator, energised by meaningful community engagement. You bring:
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Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills.
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Experience in networking, partnerships and managing community-focused services.
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A values-led, person-centred approach to service design and delivery.
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Creativity and confidence to develop new offers in response to local needs.
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A desire to amplify the charity’s work and impact within the community
Your insight, energy and commitment to working with and for the community will be essential to your success in this role.
Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging
We are committed to ensuring Equality of opportunity and access, celebrating Diversity, and promoting Inclusion and Belonging. This commitment is vital, not only for our service users, but for our staff and the community we serve.
We actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and lived experiences.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Salary: £45,417 to £49,416 inclusive annual salary up to 19.7 percent employer pension contribution.
Hours: Permanent or Fixed Term, full-time (37 hours pw)
Flexible working options (including hybrid)
Job Ref: P2378
About the role
Our client is seeking a motivated and experienced Customer Delivery Team Leader for our Planning Technical Services Team. They are looking for an experienced planning officer to lead all administrative functions across their Planning Technical Services. This is an exciting opportunity to play a critical role in improving efficiency and ensuring compliance with statutory requirements.
As the Customer Delivery Team Leader, you will lead and manage the administrative functions, including overseeing planning validations, pre-planning applications, complaint handling, performance reporting, planning appeals, support hearings and the development of internal processes.
You will manage projects and lead the team ensuring the effective delivery of administrative support across a range of Planning Services. Additionally, you will oversee the administration of planning systems and ensure efficient use of process management tools.
Working closely with senior managers, you will drive continuous improvement and ensure services are delivered to a high standard, on time, and within budget. You will also represent the service at internal working groups and external forums.
About you
Key Requirements:
• Communication Skills: Excellent communication and customer care skills.
• Leadership: Strong leadership and supervisory skills to manage and develop a team.
• Technical Proficiency: Highly proficient with IT systems and tools for planning and performance management.
• Organisational Skills: Excellent organisational skills to handle multiple tasks and priorities.
• Flexibility: Ability to work flexibly within a small team to ensure efficient operations.
St Albans is a unique English Cathedral City with a colourful history which can be seen in the Roman remains and variety of beautiful architecture, heritage sites and conservation areas. Set within green belt, off the M25, A1M and M1 the District includes a cathedral, vibrant city centre and thriving villages. Their centrally located offices in the city are near to the station (London St Pancras 20 minutes), shops and restaurants. In short it is a great place to live and work.
In addition to working within a great team and a comprehensive salary you will have access to:
• 30.5 days basic annual leave (increasing with service) bank holidays.
• Please note: annual leave will be pro-rated for anyone who does not have a standard full- time pattern of 37 hours over 30.5 days, e.g. part-timers
• Local Government Pension Scheme with current employer contribution up to 19.7 percent employer contributions
• Flexible working options
• Staff Parking Permit
• Reimbursement of professional fees
• Comprehensive development and training
• Discounted membership at selected local sports and fitness centres
• Access to discounts and benefits via online platform
Additional Information
Disability Confident
They are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets all the essential criteria for the post.
Disclosure Checks
This post is subject to a Basic Disclosure Check.
English Fluency
The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required).
Closing date for applications: 01 August 2025
Interviews are scheduled for w/c: 01 August 2025
NOTE: Interviews are conducted throughout the application process. They reserve the right to close the vacancy at an earlier date and they strongly encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.
You may also have experience in the following: Planning Technical Services Manager, Planning Support Team Leader, Planning Administration Lead, Planning Services Coordinator, Planning Operations Team Leader, Development Management Support Manager, Planning Systems and Performance Manager, Technical Planning Team Manager, Senior Planning Validation Officer, Planning Compliance and Support Lead, etc
REF-222 469
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About The Hospice Lottery Partnership:
Established in 1997, The Hospice Lottery Partnership is a not-for-profit social enterprise dedicated to raising vital funds for our partner charities through a weekly lottery and seasonal Superdraw Raffles. Our mission is to support charities that provide essential care to communities, with 58% of our income last year directly benefiting our partners. By participating, our supporters not only have the chance to win significant prizes but also make a meaningful difference to many patients and their families.
The Role:
We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Head of Sales and Business Development to lead our growth and impact. This pivotal role demands a blend of strategic vision, interpersonal finesse, analytical expertise, and leadership to drive revenue, expand our lottery’s reach, and enhance supporter engagement. You will forge impactful partnerships, develop innovative sales and marketing strategies, and lead a dedicated team while ensuring compliance and stakeholder satisfaction to meet ambitious financial targets.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement innovative sales and marketing strategies to grow lottery participation.
- Build and maintain strategic partnerships to enhance fundraising efforts.
- Lead, motivate, and develop the sales, marketing and business development team.
- Analyse data to derive actionable insights for optimising performance.
- Ensure compliance with regulations and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders.
Person Specification:
Essential Criteria:
- 5+ years of experience in business development, fundraising, or sales.
- Proven track record of achieving revenue targets and building strategic partnerships.
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to derive actionable insights from data.
Please see attachments for further details on Person Specification
The role is Office based but will consider Hybrid Working Requests upon successful completion of Probation.
The Hospice Lottery Partnership was formed in 1997 with the purpose of raising funds for our partner charities who care for people in their community




The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Job Title: Domestic Abuse Practitioner
Hours of work: 37.5 hours per week, flexibility required.
Salary: £27,921
Annual leave: 25 days plus back holidays and birthday leave
Benefits: - Monthly car user allowance
- Pension following 3-month probationary period of 5%
Contract: Permanent
Responsible to: Team Manager
Location: Hexham base, outreach working across Northumberland.
Relevant Background in working with adult victim/survivors and experience: children and young people.
Qualifications: Level 4 NVQ or CAADA IDVA training desirable. Successful applicant will be required to undertake additional training.
Northumberland Domestic Abuse Service
NDAS provides support to all victims who have been the subject of domestic abuse/violence, supports them through the criminal justice system and offers relevant advice and assistance, both practical and emotional.
NDAS empowers victims to make decisions, increase their options, their confidence and safety. Prevention and awareness raising activities are also delivered across Northumberland and counselling to the children of our service users.
Established in 2003, NDAS has a track record of providing excellent services and is a key member of domestic abuse provision in Northumberland. We have a secure financial foundation and are looking forward to developing our team to continue to provide essential services in tackling domestic abuse.
This is a key role within NDAS managing our operational delivery team working across the county. We are looking for a motivated professional who is passionate about delivering the best possible prevention and support services.
OUR VALUES
Welcoming: We welcome you, whoever you are
Believing and accepting: We believe you, accept you and will not judge you. We do not discriminate
Understanding: We understand what you are experiencing. Our staff are here to listen
Protecting: We make sure you stay safe and will help you to make plans to ensure your safety
Empowering: We help you to find your voice and gain confidence and independence
United: Working with you, and with other local partner organisations, to find the right support
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB
To provide practical and emotional support to victims of domestic abuse/violence; including supporting them through the criminal justice system and providing guidance and assistance. The role also involves empowering victims to make decisions, increase their options, their confidence and safety.
DUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Managing service delivery and performance
Provide an efficient, effective outreach service to all victims of domestic abuse/violence across Northumberland.
Establish the risks and the needs of the individual and deliver a service appropriate to that level of risk.
Develop and deliver individual support and risk management plans to address the risk of harm to victims.
Work with multi-agency partnerships with local agencies whose services victims may require, ensuring a coordinated community response.
Work in partnership with other agencies and to advocate for victims to ensure their needs are met.
Explain the intricacies of the criminal justice and family court systems to victims and give advice on how to proceed at different stages of the process.
Ensure that victims are aware of their rights to legal protection and to arrange for the provision of legal advice as required and accompany victims to appointments if appropriate.
Ensure the safety of the victim is paramount.
Attend MARAC meetings when needed, Case Conference, Core Groups and CAF meetings when required.
Liaise with other agencies as appropriate. Deliver training to colleagues and other professionals.
Work within Northumberland Domestic Abuse Services management system following all policies and procedures.
Provide statistical monitoring or reports as required to the planning officer.
Note and feedback to other agencies any consistent difficulties clients are having accessing their service.
Provide a service, which is sensitive to all cultural and other differences and needs.
Ensure that the views and experiences of the victims and agencies are sought actively and inform the development of the service.
Report any problems/difficulties/complaints to the Team Manager or CEO and participate in follow up investigations as required.
Managing Security
Maintain the security and well-being of victims of domestic abuse and to communicate immediately with the Team Manager/CEO any concerns regarding security.
Maintain confidentiality, professional boundaries and security, when working with service users, staff and external bodies.
General Duties
Contribute to the overall development of Northumberland Domestic Abuse Services, by attending team meetings and participate in training and development working groups as agreed by the post-holder and CEO. This will include training specific to working with victims of domestic abuse.
Contribute to the overall development of Northumberland Domestic Abuse Services, by the implementation of Northumberland Domestic Abuse Services. Develop effective and supporting working relationships with all Northumberland Domestic Abuse Services staff.
Contribute to the overall development of Northumberland Domestic Abuse Services, by adhering to Northumberland Domestic Abuse Services policies and procedures including equal opportunities and health and safety when meeting the needs of service users. Assist in and maintain effective communication, which promotes free flow of non-confidential information and issues within Northumberland Domestic Abuse Services, other agencies and members of the public.
Ensure that security of sensitive information is maintained and complies with the requirements of the Data Protection Act 1998.
Whilst this job description attempts to cover the main duties of the post, it is not exhaustive. The Post-holder is, therefore, expected to undertake any other reasonable duties within their capabilities and the scope of the post as specified by the Service manager.
Applicants must complete an application form.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We are looking for a Property Compliance Manager!
Are you known for your keen attention to detail, strong organisational skills, and a knack for negotiation? Do others admire your ability to build lasting relationships and positively influence outcomes? Are you someone who thrives in collaborative environments, keeps meticulous records, and is passionate about ensuring regulatory compliance. We’re looking for someone with experience in property compliance management and a solid understanding of health and safety, as well as housing-related legislation and best practices—including an employer’s duty of care. If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you! Come join us and play a vital role in helping us support our residents on their journey out of homelessness.
About You:
You are organised, meticulous, and bring proven experience in property compliance management. You have a good understanding of housing legislation, health & safety regulations and best practice, building maintenance and compliance in relation to Supported Housing and PRS (including HMO’s). You can confidently navigate relationships with external contractors, landlords, and local authorities. You will also oversee the effective management of risk across all Homeless Oxfordshire properties. With a solutions-focused mindset, you’re ready to take ownership of compliance and health and safety across multiple sites, ensuring we deliver safe, dignified living spaces for our residents .
About the Role:
As our Compliance Officer, you will take the lead on property compliance and certification across Homeless Oxfordshire's housing portfolio. You will oversee safety inspections, manage risk assessments, maintain up-to-date records, and coordinate with contractors and landlords to ensure all remedial and planned works meet health, safety, and housing regulations. We will also entrust you with coordinating employer health and safety regulations. Reporting to the Head of Property and Facilities, your role is central to protecting residents and enabling our operational teams to deliver outstanding service.
Some of your responsibilities will include:
· Ensure all regulatory requirements & certifications are maintained and securely documented (e.g. gas, Electrical safety, legionella, Asbestos, fire alarm and lighting tests etc.), Ready for inspection as required.
· Undertake annual risk assessments for all areas relating to properties (including fire); maintenance and cleaning activities and ensure that relevant details are shared with others appropriately
· Build close relationships with our landlords and providers to ensure any compliance works they are responsible for under the terms of the lease are carried out to the required standard that we are satisfied with along with the local authorities or facilitate the work on their behalf.
· Ensure all HMO licencing information is up to date for all relevant properties and records of HMO Licences are retained on in-form and work together with Local Authorities. Ensure all additional works that are required for licence are completed in a timely manner.
· Oversee weekly and monthly Health and safety inspections for all sites.
· Work with Head of property & Facilities on Health and safety tasks for the organisation
· Contribute towards the budget setting for all planned compliance and health and safety works and ensure this remains within the budget set.
· Promote a high standard of hygiene among staff and residents and ensure controls are in place to reduce the risk of pests, damp, and mould, taking remedial action.
· Remain informed of all relevant property legislation for the private rented sector, HMOs and supported accommodation and implement changes within the organisation to maintain compliance.
· Support operational managers and staff to deliver outstanding services to our residents.
· To take control of the accident reporting, working with managers and SMT to ensure that all staff adhere to the process of reporting these incidents.
· Provide a monthly report to the Head of Property and facilities with compliance for the property portfolio as a minimum.
· Comply with Homeless Oxfordshire’s policies and procedures
· Contribute to a positive working environment in which equality and diversity are valued and staff are enabled to do their best
· Contribute to the work of the broader team.
Please be aware that this role is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure check and will be undertaken for the successful candidate. We also do not offer work sponsorship for this role. We reserve the right to close this advert early if we identify a suitable candidate before the advertised closing date.
Operations and Logistics Manager
Are you a dynamic and hands-on leader with strong commercial acumen, logistical oversight, and people management skills?
We are looking for a Trading Manager, to manage the charity’s trading arm, to ensure effective sale and distribution of white goods and beds, aligning with strategy, ensuring efficiency, and maximising social impact.
Position: Operations and Logistics Manager (internally known as Trading Manager)
Location: Leicester and site based
Hours: Full-time (37 hours per week)
Salary: £35,000
Contract: Permanent
Benefits: Competitive salary, 32 days’ annual leave (pro rata for part time roles) including Bank Holidays, pension scheme
Closing Date: 18th July 2025
Interview Date: W/C 18th August 2025
The Role
We are looking for a Trading Manager to support the strategic aims of the charity and the Chief Executive Officer.
You will partner and collaborate with the Senior Leadership Team to develop and implement trading arm strategies and policies and ensure alignment of trading operations with the charity's mission, vision, and values.
You will ensure the effective smooth running of the trading arm, meet contractual and regulatory compliance, quality assurance, and meet targets agreed by the Board of Trustees.
Key areas of responsibilities include
- Strategic and Commercial Leadership
- Sales and Customer Engagement
- Supply Chain and Procurement
- Logistics and Distribution
- Premises Management
- Financial Oversight
- Team Leadership and HR
- Health and Safety and Compliance
About You
We are looking for someone with proven experience in managing operations, retail, logistics or trading within a commercial or social enterprise setting.
You will have:
- Excellent leadership, interpersonal and communication skills.
- A strong team working ethic, able to motivate and inspire staff, encouraging knowledge sharing and peer support.
- The ability to operate on a senior level and represent The Goods Depot externally.
- The ability to make decisions, multi-task, prioritise and delegate effectively.
- Commercial awareness and financial literacy to manage budgets, targets and financial reporting.
- An excellent standard of IT including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint or equivalent), Microsoft Teams and relevant operational software (e.g., Sage, stock management and route planning systems).
- The ability to network and liaise effectively with individuals and agencies in the private, public and voluntary sectors, and governmental departments.
- The ability to achieve targets and work to tight deadlines.
- The ability to work flexibly, including occasional evenings/weekends.
We are looking for someone with a commitment to diversity, equality and inclusion within the workplace and a full driving licence, access to own transport and willingness to travel regionally.
If you are a strategic thinker with the ability to translate vision into actionable plans, then apply today!
About the Organisation
The charity believes that everyone deserves a decent standard of living, with a right to adequate food, shelter and the means to keep warm, clean and rested – no matter what difficulty they may be facing. We help to make a difference by finding funding to provide the essential items that everyone deserves.
As an equal opportunity employer, we would particularly welcome applications from people with an ethnic minority background or those with a disability, as the team are currently underrepresented in their workforce.
You may also have experience in areas such as Trading, Dispatch, Goods, Product, Operations, Supply Chain, Procurement, Logistics, Trading Manager, Dispatch Manager, Goods Manager, Product Manager, Operations Manager, Supply Chain Manager, Procurement Manager, Logistics Manager. #INDNFP
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Internal Auditor
Location: London or Nairobi (with a right to work)
Reporting to: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) functional line to the Director of Finance and Operations
Grade and salary Grade F (in line with national salary scale) UK - £43,800 per annum , Kenya - Ksh 5,010,684 per annum
Type of position: National (as above)
Contract terms and hours: Open ended (depending on funding). Full time, 37.5 hours per week
Background:
Saferworld is an independent international organisation working to prevent violent conflict and build safer lives. We work with people affected by conflict to improve their safety and sense of security, and conduct wider research and analysis. We use this evidence and learning to improve local, national and international policies and practices that can help build lasting peace. Our priority is people – we believe in a world where everyone can lead peaceful, fulfilling lives, free from fear and insecurity. We are a not-for-profit organisation operational in nine countries across Africa, Asia and the Middle East. Saferworld is committed to providing a safe and trusted environment that safeguards our staff, partners and communities. Our organisational integrity is derived from the values and principles that underpin and guide our work.
Saferworld’s staff are at the heart of our work and their skills and expertise ensure we continue to function a leading conflict prevention and peacebuilding organisation. As we evolve and grow, we want to ensure our programmes, research and capacity interventions retain their quality, stay rooted in the voices of people living in conflict, and ensure our staff are motivated and challenged in their work.
The success of our organisation’s mission depends on people. Capitalising on what is unique about individuals and drawing on their different perspectives and experiences will add value to the way we work. Saferworld is committed to the principles of equality of opportunity for all and seeks to promote a positive approach to equality and diversity and within the scope of the relevant legislation, to having a workforce and working environment that is free of discrimination, prejudice, stereotyping, harassment, victimisation and undignified behaviour. We oppose all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination.
The Internal Auditor role will undertake internal audit assignments, develop country-specific internal audit processes or thematic internal audits and work with our London and global teams to support external audit processes in countries of operation, oversee the global audit register, and with teams across the organisation advance effective financial management performance across the organisation
Job purpose:
Reporting to the CEO and working closely with the Director of Finance and Operations, the post holder will undertake internal audit assignments and compliance reviews aimed at improving Saferworld’s internal systems and processes. The post-holder will also support the development of financial controls and build the capacity of finance and operational teams to implement them effectively.
The role requires a high level of initiative; proven skills and experience in project management; experience working collaboratively with others to achieve our vision; and strong communication and problem-solving skills.
The post-holder will have a successful track record in designing and leading internal audit processes and strengthening control systems, preferable at a complex organisation with multiple country offices/business units. Additional experience working with offices/partners in/on conflict affected contexts is highly desirable.
Roles and responsibilities:
Plan and carry out internal audits
- Draw up a yearly Internal Audit Plan based on key risks and an assessment of audit needs and agree it with the CEO in consultation with the Director of Finance and Operations and Director of Policy and Programmes.
- Carry out internal audit assignments across departments, projects, and programmes to assess compliance with financial policies, donor agreements, and statutory regulations, including negotiating terms of reference with relevant system/area owners, preparing reports, presenting the findings to the Senior Leadership, and following up on recommendations.
- Review financial transactions and accounting records, including data from SUN, to ensure accuracy and integrity.
- Support necessary pre-audit preparation work related to external audits (both statutory and project audit) and assist the teams in ensuring smooth audit.
- Maintain the organisation’s register of grant and project audits, ensuring that audit findings recommendations are clearly documented and shared.
- Monitor the implementation of these recommendations and follow up on corrective actions to ensure timely and effective solution.
- Carry out special investigations, as required by the Saferworld CEO or Senior Operational Team (SOT).
Strengthening organisational systems and risk controls
- Produce an annual review of the overall effectiveness of Saferworld’s systems of internal control and make recommendations and arrangements for identification and management of risks and produce an annual plan to address these areas.
- Report quarterly to the Senior Operational Team (SOT) on the annual review and plan.
- Attend the governance/Board of Trustees Finance and Audit Committee four times a year and produce a report for the meetings, including feeding back on learnings from internal audits carried out.
- The post-holder must maintain independence and objectivity in carrying out audits and investigations. They have direct access to the Board/Audit Committee when necessary.
- Produce quarterly report for the Board meetings.
- Promote a culture of accountability, transparency and continuous improvement across the organisation.
Key working relationships
- Director of Finance and Operations
- Director of Programmes & Policy
- Head of People
- Regional Directors
- Head of Governance and Operations
- Finance Business Partners
- Country Directors/Managers
- Country Finance Managers
Scope and accountability
Decision making and limits of authority
- Methods of investigation within assigned internal audits, reviews, findings and recommendations to CEO & Director of Finance and Operations
- Key that the Internal Auditor is seen to be able to provide independent advice, guidance and analysis.
Financial resources
- Financial responsibilities primarily about auditing financial management practices and processes
Other resources
- Audit investigations data and reports, internal audit plan, guidance and tools for supporting effective risk assessment and risk management – works globally
- Contribute to the implementation and effective use of financial systems (works globally)
People management
- Capacity building country finance managers in relation to financial systems and processes.
- Capacity building staff and partners in relation to risk assessment and management
Legal, regulatory and compliance responsibility
- Key internal role in ensuring compliance with financial policies and procedures (internal) and financial regulations (external), and in identification on risks/noncompliance issues for addressing
Person specification
Knowledge
- Excellent understanding of internal audit principles and methods and risk identification and management
- Auditing or accounting professional qualification (e.g. ACCA, CPA, CA, CIMA or Certified Internal Auditor with active membership status) and sound knowledge of accounting procedures, principles and systems
- Good understanding of and experience using SUN system will be an advantage
Experience
- Extensive experience in the internal audit function in a large/medium-sized NGO or similar complex organisation
- Experience of undertaking a variety of audit related, research/ evaluation and project management work
- Familiarity with donor-funded project audits (FCDO, EU) and related compliance requirements
- Experience in working with programme teams (particularly in different country settings), sharing learning from audits, and supporting implementation of recommendations
- Experience in training or mentoring staff on compliance, internal controls, and financial procedures.
Skills
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills
- Skills to build effective, trusting relationships at all levels of the organisation, and ability to influence senior managers and other stakeholders regarding the importance of effective controls
- Excellent project management skills with experience in planning, organising and delivering audit assignments Excellent facilitation, negotiation, verbal and written communication skills with the ability to write reports and present complex/sensitive information in an understandable way to a range of audiences
- Solution-oriented, pro-active, flexible, a team-player, and responsive
- Strong interpersonal and team-working skills
- Good IT skills, including in MS word and excel
Other
- A willingness to promote the work of Saferworld and work collaboratively with others
- Ability to work in a non-partisan manner, sensitive to differences of ethnicity, religion and gender
- A commitment to learn and be open to new ideas and approaches
- Demonstrated commitment to principles of transparency, accountability, and honesty
- Commitment to and compliance with Saferworld’s safeguarding principles
- Knowledge of applicable laws, donor regulations and statutory reporting requirements in countries where Saferworld operates
Other requirements
Travel will be required for purposes of capacity building, internal audits and investigations, within country offices
Application process
To apply: Apply through our vacancy portal on our Saferworld Jobs website
Upload your CV and a covering letter addressing the person specification and why you feel your experience matches the requirements of the role.
Closing date for applications: 23rd July 2025
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job description
We are looking for an ambitious and energetic Head of Charity Development to work closely with the Deputy CEO to support change, diversification and transformation at Mind in Mid Herts (MiMH).
This role will focus on:
- Managing and expanding our income generation streams through our corporate and community fundraising
- Enhancing our marketing, communications and positioning internally and externally
- Using data-led insights to transform our income across the organisation.
You will:
- Lead on income partnerships and corporate development, working with our Leadership Team across the organisation to expand our service portfolio.
- Take responsibility for developing and deploying a new income generation strategy, with a passion to see more local funding sourced to support the work of MiMH and enable investment to underpin the ever-increasing demand in the county.
Key Responsibilities:
- Increase and diversify our income generation, including corporate and community routes, through fundraising, marketing and insights
- Accountable for budget and financial targets to support income generation through fundraising, donations and corporate approach, ensuring sustainable development for MiMH
- Lead the creation and delivery of a new business, digital marketing and fundraising strategy for MiMH
- Deliver on strategic aims of income diversification for MiMH including sponsorships, donors and corporate partnerships
- Lead the development of clear positioning, brand and voice for MiMH; supporting internal and external communications
- Identify and develop a strong pipeline of business and partnership opportunities
- Work within the ethos, vision and values of the organisation
Knowledge, Experience and Skills
- Proven working experience in income generation with success
- Proven track record of converting opportunities into income streams
- Experience of developing and deploying an income generation strategy
- Successful track record of responding to bids and winning new business opportunities
- Recruiting, training and developing people
- Strategic relationship management and influencing skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Strong presentation and negotiation skills
- Driving licence and use of a car
For further details on the role along with contact information should you have any queries, please see the application pack attached to this ad – via the How to Apply button above.
Providing prevention, recovery and support services in Hertfordshire to empower people to take control of their mental health.
Global Canopy is a data-driven not for profit that targets the market forces destroying nature. We do this by improving transparency and accountability. We provide innovative open-access data, clear metrics, and actionable insights to leading companies, financial institutions, governments and campaigning organisations worldwide.
About the Role
Global Canopy is seeking a motivated and adaptable Research Associate to join our growing NRF team. This role is ideal for someone with a strong research foundation in nature-related finance who is looking to build experience across a range of areas including technical analysis, engagement, and capacity-building.
As a Research Associate, you will work across multiple projects aimed at helping shift global financial flows away from nature-negative outcomes toward nature-positive ones. In this role you will:
- contribute to capacity-building initiatives that help financial institutions apply tools like ENCORE in real-world settings
- support the design and delivery of research that underpins practical tools and insights that incentivise market participants to account for nature-related risks (for example, integrating nature into financial products and services, designing transition pathways, improving the understanding and pricing of nature-related risks.)
- translate complex, technical content on nature-related finance into formats that are clear and actionable for non-specialist audiences
An initial core responsibility in this role is to support the delivery of capacity-building activities on the ENCORE tool in Colombia, Indonesia, South Africa, and Peru. This includes working closely with in-country consultants to provide technical and operational support, adapt materials to local contexts, and ensure effective implementation on the ground.
This role will report into the NRF deputy director, and will also involve supporting the NRF deputy director in her role within the ENCORE partnership and associated fundraising activities.
We are looking for someone who is comfortable working across different types of tasks and teams and who enjoys contributing to both technical work and practical engagement.
Furthermore, you will contribute to a culture of kindness, collaboration, rigour and accountability in equal measure. You will come to work with a sense of urgent mission, but one balanced by emotional intelligence. You will share our conviction that it is not just what we do that matters in our working life, but how we do it too.
Responsibilities
This role will report into and support the NRF deputy-director and work across a range of NRF projects, including the ENCORE tool.
- Responsibility for the delivery of the capacity-building components in the SECO-funded ENCORE project
- Supervise consultants/suppliers and/or manage relationships with partners who are collaborating on engagement and capacity building activities that help mainstream the use of nature-related financial tools and frameworks
- Develop and curate training materials for example to assist financial institutions in applying ENCORE
- Work closely with the Education and Learning Team in GC to translate technical content into learning offerings
- Explore and develop engagement partnerships on with various stakeholders such as scientific institutions, other IGOs and NGOs. Manage and contribute to governance of these partnerships
- Work with Global Canopy Communications team to ensure that materials for Global Canopy are aligned with organisational approaches to messaging and tone of voice
- Work with Global Canopy Senior Designer to ensure that visual assets and all materials for Global Canopy align with the organisation’s brand identity as needed
- Responsible for designing, leading and preparation of research focusing on key nature-related finance issues
- Ensure highest quality of research outputs and be part of the research teams
- Lead research partnerships on nature-related financial risks with leading scientific institutions. This will include designing governance structures of the research to include market participants as a tester community, advisory committee, or other most appropriate ways to crowd-in practice and test outputs
- Actively contribute to identification of funding opportunities and models (grants, corporate sponsorships etc.) to finance future research work
- Input into development of Global Canopy’s overall strategy and the NRF specific strategy based on area of research
- Support the NRF deputy director in her role within the ENCORE partnership by coordinating partner engagement across key areas. This will include preparation of materials prior to meetings with partners – for example, preparing materials for the ENCORE governance committee or supporting in
Requirements
To be successful in the role, these are the things that will matter the most:
- Strong interest in making technical information clear, accessible, and actionable for non-specialist audiences
- Experience conducting applied research and producing outputs for decision-making
- Solid understanding of nature-related finance concepts (nature positive, transition planning, and nature-related disclosures)
- A flexible mindset and the ability to adapt to change and adjust strategies and tasks accordingly
- An ability to navigate multi-stakeholder projects with emotional intelligence
Essential behavioural competencies:
- Highly collaborative, organised, and proactive in managing work across multiple projects and partnerships
- Confident engaging with key audiences, including financial institutions, companies, and other market actors, to understand their needs and communicate insights effectively
- Ability to give and receive feedback, with a willingness to reflect and integrate feedback
- Ability to identify opportunities to connect their work with initiatives across the wider organization
- Capacity to learn and upskill independently and integrate new knowledge and skills into day to day work
Skills and experience:
- University degree in finance and/or natural sciences
- A self-starter with an ability to design, manage and conduct complex research projects
- Experience conducting applied research with outputs designed to support real-world decision-making or research that produced analysis used outside a purely academic setting
- Demonstrated ability to translate complex topics into engaging content and practical tools
- Experience developing knowledge products and/or learning materials for non-specialist audiences
- Adept at ensuring the reliability of content through thorough fact-checking, a focus on accuracy, and consistent application of referencing to ensure integrity and credibility of all content
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Desirable:
- Research experience in risk quantification is an advantage
- Familiarity with the nexus between human rights and nature-related issues
- Experience from consulting or from a sustainability department in a company or as an ESG analyst in a financial institution
- Fluency in Spanish, Portuguese or French
Benefits
Salary: £29,000-35,000 full-time equivalent (This role sits within Band E on Global Canopy’s remuneration framework)
Nature of contract: Part-time (0.8 FTE), fixed-term (18 months). We are a flexible employer and welcome candidates wishing to work flexibly.
Base: Our office is in Oxford, with flexible home-working arrangements in place.
Holidays: 36 days (including bank/public holidays) for discretionary use across the annual leave year. Option to purchase up to an additional 5 days or equivalent of one week’s leave.
Pension: Employer pension contribution of 8%.
Healthcare cashback plan: Covering dental fees, eye-care, wellbeing, physiotherapy, chiropody and much more – for you and any children.
Group Life Assurance: Paying a lump sum of 3 times annual salary
Group Income Protection: Paying 75% of annual salary for up to 2 years (for long term sickness).
Employee Assistance Programme: which provides free, confidential advice on personal and legal matters.
Other: Huge range of discounts and cashback deals at gyms, restaurants, holidays, and much more.
At Global Canopy, we value diversity and inclusion. You can read our diversity statement on our website. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and are committed to having a team with a diverse set of skills, experiences and abilities. We are committed to reducing systemic barriers in our recruitment processes.
Global Canopy works on issues of tropical deforestation. We are particularly interested in strengthening our team to include those with a background from forest regions such as Latin America and South East Asia. We welcome applications from people from these regions.
Global Canopy is an inclusive employer and accommodations will be made to allow anyone who requires additional support to apply for this role. Please get in touch with us if you require any additional support.
To find out more, download the recruitment pack.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.