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We are seeking a Head of Governance reporting into our Chief of staff and leading a team of four, comprising two Senior Governance Officers and two Governance Officers.
This is an exciting opportunity to join The National Lottery Community Fund in a pivotal leadership role, where you will be given the opportunity to shape and strengthen governance function and frameworks while providing expert support to executives, non-executives, and the Board.
As a trusted advisor to the Chair, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring robust governance, compliance, and assurance in line with our regulatory requirements. You will lead a skilled team delivering strategic governance oversight in a modern, agile way that supports the whole organisation.
Why Join Us?
This is a unique opportunity to shape governance at a senior level within a purpose-driven organisation. You will work alongside senior leaders and stakeholders, influence strategic direction, and lead meaningful improvements that make a lasting impact.
Key Responsibilities
About You
You are an experienced and influential governance leader with a track record of delivering strategic oversight and driving organisational improvement. You bring:
Interview details:
The role can be based at any of our UK offices: Belfast, Birmingham, Cardiff, Exeter, Glasgow, Leeds, London, Manchester, Newcastle, and Newtown.
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact the recruitment team
For any questions about the recruitment process, please email the recruitment team.
How to apply:
Upload your CV in word format and write a supporting statement (1000 words) with the following criteria, we will use this to score your application.
Essential Criteria
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Communities in the UK come in all shapes and sizes. National Lottery funding is for everyone – therefore, we are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and we work hard to ensure our funding reaches where it is needed.
We also believe our people should represent the communities, organisations and individuals we work with. That’s why The National Lottery Community Fund is committed to being an inclusive employer and a great place to work. We recognise and celebrate the fact that our people come from diverse backgrounds. We positively welcome applications from people from ethnic minority backgrounds, people with disabilities or longstanding health conditions, people who are LGBTQ+, and people from different socio-economic and educational backgrounds, as well as people of all ages.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we take a proactive approach in making reasonable adjustments, if needed, throughout the recruitment process and during employment. (This can be related to a physical and mental health condition.)
It starts with community.
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About Us
The Early Education and Childcare Coalition unites the voices of parents, children, providers, early years professionals and the wider business community, working together for investment and reform of early education and childcare in England.
We believe that we all benefit from a well-functioning early education system and we all have a role to play in ensuring it works for children, parents and the economy.
We are backed by some of the most high-profile campaign and research organisations in the UK. Our members span providers, parent groups, trade unions, the business community and NGOs. Together, we use our collective voice and research to build public and political support for change.
This is an exciting time to join the Coalition. We have experienced significant growth in recent years and, with early years firmly on the political agenda, we expect this to continue.
About the role
We are a remote team, with most colleagues based outside London. This role will support the whole organisation and requires occasional in-person meetings such as in-person team planning days which you will be expected to travel to.
We work flexibly and understand the realities of balancing work with caring commitments. We trust you to manage your time, but expect most hours to be worked within core office hours. To support effective remote working, all staff work on Thursdays.
This is a senior, cross-cutting leadership role sitting at the heart of the organisation. You will lead on operations, finance, HR and organisational systems, while working closely with the Executive Director and Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and the Board to ensure the Coalition is sustainable, well-run, and set up for growth and impact.
About You
You are an experienced operations leader with a strong track record of building and running effective organisational systems, ideally within a charity, social impact or policy environment.
You are equally comfortable developing strategy and rolling up your sleeves to deliver. You bring strong financial and organisational management skills, and are motivated by enabling high-impact teams to thrive.
You have experience working at senior leadership level and are confident operating across a small, fast-paced organisation where priorities can shift quickly. You are a systems thinker who can spot gaps, create structure, and improve how things work.
What You Can Expect to Be Doing
Function leadership
Develop operations and organisational systems
Financial management and sustainability
People management
Programme and contract management
Governance and organisational support
Cross-organisational leadership
Person Specification
Essential
Desirable
The application process
Please apply with a CV and cover letter (no more than two pages) by the listed closing date. No agencies please. We recognise that the use of AI technologies can be useful in reducing the work that goes into job-hunting, however, we kindly request that you use your cover letter to evidence that you have understood the requirements of the role and provide examples of how you can meet the criteria.
The EECC is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. We use anonymous recruiting during the application process and we use positive action under section 159 of the Equality Act in relation to disability or race. This means that if we have two candidates of equal merit in our process, we will seek to take forward the disabled or Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic candidate in order to diversify our staff team.
We regret that our small team does not have capacity to respond to unsuccessful applicants individually.
Timeline
Working together for an early education and childcare sector that delivers for our children, for parents, and for the economy.
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A senior leadership opportunity to drive growth, build influence and secure the resources needed to tackle poverty and homelessness through access to safe, decent housing in the UK and around the world.
Location: Home-based with frequent travel to internal and external events, networking and other meetings in London and occasionally across the UK. Occasional international travel will also be required. All staff meetings are held in our ReStore, Romford.
About Habitat for Humanity Great Britain
Habitat for Humanity Great Britain (Habitat GB) is part of the global Habitat for Humanity Federation fighting global poverty and homelessness. We believe that a decent home helps to permanently break the cycle of poverty and allows families to achieve strength, stability, and self-reliance.
Habitat GB mobilises resources, partnerships, public engagement and advocacy to support high‑impact housing solutions in the UK and internationally, working closely with Habitat for Humanity International (HFHI) and the wider Habitat network.
Job Purpose
The Director of Fundraising & Partnerships is accountable for leading the vision, strategy and performance of Habitat GB’s fundraising, partnerships, engagement and resource mobilisation activity.
This role combines senior‑level engagement and income generation leadership with organisational and strategic responsibility. The postholder will design and deliver ambitious, sustainable income and partnership strategies; strengthen Habitat GB’s profile and positioning; and lead a high‑performing, values‑led team.
As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, the Director of Fundraising & Partnerships plays a key role in organisational leadership, transformation, and long‑term sustainability, working collaboratively across Habitat GB, the international Habitat network and with a wide range of external partners. This role has 4 direct reports, and an overall team of 10.
Key Accountabilities/Responsibilities:
Strategic Fundraising, Partnerships & Engagement
Income Management, Forecasting & Performance
Senior Partnerships, Stewardship & External Profile
Leadership & Management of the Fundraising & Partnerships Team
Organisational & Executive Leadership
We are looking for someone with:
Flexibility:
Habitat GB is seeking to rapidly expand its activities and impact to fight poverty across the world. This requires adaptability and an ambitious, dynamic and flexible team. The post holder is expected to be flexible in terms of location (within reason), line management, and duties and responsibilities.
Application Process:
We want our recruitment process to give you an opportunity to shine, to share your skills and experience as clearly as possible, and for you to find out more about Habitat for Humanity GB in return.
To apply for the role please send us your CV and a supporting statement (max two sides of A4) telling us about the skills and experience you would bring to the role and your motivation for applying, using the link found on our website.
Deadline for applications is Monday 25th May 2026 (at 11:59 pm).
We plan for first stage interviews to take place w/b 1st June 2026. Interviews may be held online, or in person in London (please note that we do not reimburse any expenses incurred during interviews).
Habitat for Humanity Great Britain (Habitat GB) is part of the international Habitat for Humanity network, tackling housing poverty around the world.
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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!
nasen is currently recruiting a Head of Data & Insights to lead all digital technology and analytical requirements across the charity.
Job vacancy: Head of Data and Insights
Location: Tamworth (Hybrid, Office 2 days per week)
Salary: £45,900 per annum
Hours: Full time (part time working considered)
Contract Type: Permanent
About us
nasen is the National Association for Special Educational Needs – a charitable organisation that exists to support and champion those working with, and for, children and young people with SEND and learning differences.
We seek to ensure that all education practitioners across early years, schools, post-16 and wider settings are equipped to understand, identify and support those with SEND and learning differences, and provide Continuing Professional Development (CPD), resources, advice, information and much more to enable all staff to meet the needs of all their learners.
nasen brings organisations together, whether locally or nationally, to share practice, shape solutions. Our priorities are those that matter to the education and SEND sector, drawing on our direct engagement with practitioners, school leaders, SENCOs, local authorities and hearing from the lived experience of children and young people.
About the role
This role within nasen’s Senior Leadership team offers the opportunity to join a small, yet dedicated and passionate workforce at an exciting time following the launch of nasen Plus membership and nasen Academy.
This opportunity will allow you to be the key lead in influencing the direction of our digital strategy, whilst also contributing to the day-to-day tasks required to maintain and implement an effective and accessible digital platform.
You will be an essential and valued member of the Senior Leadership Team, helping us in our mission to create an inclusive and equitable education for all.
Role objectives
Employee Benefits
Closing Date: Monday 15th June 2026
Interviews are expected to take place the week beginning 22nd June.
N.B. We will be reviewing applications as they come in, we will close the advert early if we receive sufficient quality applicants, please apply early to avoid disappointment.
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
We aim to be an inclusive employer – let us know if you have any access requirements for the recruitment process. We are happy to offer interviews online or in person. The interview process will include a conversation with prepared questions.
No agencies please.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Think Active is entering an exciting period of growth, collaboration and system leadership. Over the coming years, we aim to strengthen our influence and impact across Coventry, Solihull & Warwickshire, particularly in tackling inequalities through the power of sport and physical activity.
At the heart of our work is our vision:
#WeThinkActive – Everyone in Coventry, Solihull & Warwickshire to benefit from movement and enjoy sport and physical activity in safe and thriving communities.
And our mission:
We will use the power and potential of sport and physical activity to enable future generations to have healthier and more prosperous lives.
This new role of Strategic Partnership Lead: Coventry has been created following successful investment through Sport England’s Place Expansion programme for Coventry. The role will provide strategic leadership for the implementation and coordination of the Sport England Place Expansion investment across Coventry , including supporting the development and implementation of the emerging Coventry Physical Activity Partnership.
The role reflects the growing recognition that physical activity has an important role to play in improving health, reducing inequalities and strengthening communities across Coventry. We envisage physical activity continuing to be used as part of the wider One Coventry approach to tackling the inequalities experienced by local people.
The postholder will be employed by Think Active but will work on behalf of the Coventry Physical Activity Partnership, bringing together partners from across sectors around a shared vision and agenda for change.
Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references, pre-employment checks, a DBS check and proof of the right to work in the UK.
BASE LOCATION & WORKING APPROACH
Think Active’s headquarters are at 1 Mill Street in Leamington Spa; however, this role will also be expected to work from a range of locations across Coventry, reflecting the partnership and place-based nature of the role.
This role requires a strong commitment to system working, including engaging with partners and stakeholders where they are and at times that best support collaboration and impact. As such, there may be a requirement for occasional evening and weekend work.
There will also be occasional travel regionally and nationally to support partnership working, learning, and organisational priorities.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ROLE
Uphold the values, culture and customer charter of Think Active in your behaviour and your work.
Reporting to the Development Director, the Strategic Partnership Lead: Coventry will will act as a senior leader within Think Active, shaping our strategic role and leading the implementation of the Sport England Place Expansion investment across Coventry, ensuring strong partnership working, effective programme delivery and a collaborative, community-centred approach.
The role will play a key part in ensuring physical activity is embedded within wider system priorities across Coventry, including health, wellbeing, inequalities, communities and place-based working.
The postholder will be expected to uphold the values, culture and customer charter of Think Active in their behaviour and work.
Strategic Leadership and Place Development
Lead and project manage the implementation of the Sport England Place Expansion investment across Coventry, ensuring delivery aligns with the Conditions of Award
Lead the development and implementation of the Place Expansion Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Framework for Coventry
Support the strategic development of the Coventry Physical Activity Partnership and contribute to shaping its long-term direction and priorities
Help position physical activity as part of the solution to wider social, health and community challenges within Coventry
Influence and align partners to adopt whole-system thinking and inclusive, community-centred approaches
Identify opportunities to strengthen collaboration, investment and impact across the Coventry system
Ensure the voices and experiences of communities help shape priorities, approaches and decision-making
System Leadership
Position physical activity and movement as a contributing solution within wider prevention, inequality, wellbeing and community agendas across Coventry.
Build and maintain strong relationships with partners and stakeholders across sectors, including:
NHS organisations and health systems
Local Authority teams
Voluntary, Community, Faith and Social Enterprise (VCFSE) organisations
Community groups and residents
Strategic and operational delivery partners
Act as a trusted partner, facilitator and connector across Coventry’s system landscape
Convene and coordinate partners around shared agendas and priorities
Be adept at navigating barriers and challenges to partnership working when they arise
Represent Think Active and the Coventry Physical Activity Partnership within relevant boards, partnerships and working groups
Support organisations and communities to co-design sustainable solutions that embed physical activity within communities and services
Identify opportunities to strengthen long-term sustainability, investment and system ownership of Coventry’s Physical Activity Partnership.
Project Management, Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning
Manage the Place Expansion budget and ensure effective oversight of investment and resources
Manage timelines, delivery plans, risks and reporting requirements
Ensure robust monitoring, evaluation and learning approaches are embedded throughout delivery
Contribute to capturing insight, learning and impact across the partnership and share this with stakeholders, including Sport England
Support the development of local capacity by mentoring and supporting organisations and partners
Ensure delivery remains aligned to community need, strategic priorities and organisational values
Governance, Reporting and Contribution to Wider Organisational Priorities
Prepare reports and updates for Think Active, partners, funders and governance groups as required
Ensure delivery aligns with organisational governance, funding requirements and reporting frameworks
Contribute to organisational learning and wider Think Active priorities
Work collaboratively across the Think Active team, avoiding siloed approaches to delivery and partnership working
Adhere to Think Active safeguarding, equality, health and safety, data protection and confidentiality policies
Undertake any other duties appropriate to the role as directed by the line manager and/or Chief Executive
PERSON SPECIFICATION: RELEVANT KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
A successful candidate for this role would be able to demonstrate the following skills, experience and knowledge:
Qualifications
Essential Criteria
Educated to degree level or equivalent relevant professional experience in community development, public health, sport and physical activity, social policy, partnership working or related fields
Desirable Criteria
Project management, systems leadership or facilitation qualification
Experience
Essential Criteria
Significant experience of leading or coordinating complex partnership programmes, projects or strategic initiatives across multiple organisations and stakeholders
Experience of working within partnership, public sector, health, community or system leadership environments
Proven ability to build, influence and maintain effective relationships with senior stakeholders, partners and communities
Experience of convening organisations and stakeholders around shared priorities, outcomes or strategic agendas
Experience of leading or supporting place-based, systems change or collaborative approaches to tackling inequalities
Experience of managing complex programmes, interconnected priorities, budgets and delivery plans
Experience of monitoring progress, managing risk and reporting to partners, governance groups or funders
Experience of amplifying community voice and lived experience to shape strategic priorities, partnership approaches or service design
Desirable Criteria
Experience of working within Active Partnerships, Sport England funded programmes or wider place-based investment programmes
Experience of working within or alongside local government, NHS, VCFSE or community-led systems
Experience of working within Coventry or similar urban communities experiencing inequalities
Experience of supporting or facilitating co-production, community engagement or participatory approaches
Experience of managing commissioned work, procurement processes or contract oversight
Experience of line management, mentoring or workforce development
Experience of developing or applying monitoring, evaluation and learning frameworks
Experience of securing investment, funding or partnership contributions
Knowledge
Essential Criteria
Strong understanding of the role physical activity, movement and sport can play in improving health, reducing inequalities and strengthening communities
Understanding of systems leadership, partnership working and collaborative approaches to change
Understanding of inequalities, barriers to participation and the wider social determinants that influence health and wellbeing
Understanding of community-centred approaches, co-production and asset-based ways of working
Desirable Criteria
Knowledge of Sport England’s Uniting the Movement strategy and place-based investment approaches
Knowledge of local policy, partnership or community landscapes across Coventry
Knowledge of monitoring, evaluation, insight and learning approaches within community or systems-based programmes
Awareness of current national policy relating to prevention, population health or place-based working
Skills
Essential Criteria
Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to navigate complexity and ambiguity
Excellent relationship-building, influencing and stakeholder engagement skills
Ability to bring people together around a shared purpose and create momentum for change
Strong programme and project management skills, including planning, coordination and oversight of multiple workstreams
Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate clearly with different audiences and sectors
Ability to analyse information, identify opportunities and translate insight into action and partnership development
Confident digital literacy skills, including use of Microsoft Office and collaborative working tools
Desirable Criteria
Facilitation, workshop design or group process skills
Presentation or public speaking experience
Experience of developing reports, business cases or funding proposals
ABOUT THINK ACTIVE
Think Active is a charity and the Active Partnership for Coventry, Solihull, and Warwickshire. We are one of 6 sub-regional Active Partnerships within the West Midlands and one of 42 across England.
Active Partnerships are strategic organisations that recognise activity levels are affected by a complex system of influences, and no single organisation or programme can create sustainable change at scale. Understanding the unique attributes and challenges within Coventry, Solihull and Warwickshire, we work collaboratively with our network of local partners to help create the right conditions for those facing the greatest inequalities to have access to movement, sport and physical activity, in a way that works for them For further information on Think Active, please visit our website here
BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR THINK ACTIVE
Employer pension contribution of 6%, subject to scheme eligibility and terms.27 days annual leave (FTE), plus bank holidays.
Agile and flexible working, with a blended approach to home, office, and remote working.
Enhanced maternity, paternity, and sick leave policies.
Contribution to the cost of eye tests.
Commitment to professional development and training.
Cycle to Work Scheme.
Life Insurance cover
We love difference and will be interested to find out what motivates you and how you can contribute to Think Active. We encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are a Disability Confident committed employer, and we actively encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments required during the application and assessment process, and upon joining Think Active.
We recognise that some of the language used within this job description may be sector specific. We are committed to keeping jargon to a minimum and would encourage interested applicants to ask questions or seek clarification at any point during our recruitment process.
For everyone in Coventry, Solihull & Warwickshire to benefit from movement and enjoy sport and physical activity in safe and thriving communities.
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Community Fundraising Assistant - North
Are you ready to take on a new challenge with a leading charity making a real difference in brain tumour research?
Brain Tumour Research is an exciting, innovative, and ambitious charity. We are passionate about finding a cure for brain tumours through the establishment of dedicated Brain Tumour Research Centres of Excellence around the UK.
After a successful 2025, we’re building on our momentum and looking ahead with ambition. As our work continues to expand, so does our impact. We are now looking for passionate people to join us on the next stage of our journey!
It is a fantastic time to be joining us and we are keen to share this with likeminded and talented individuals. We currently have an opening for a Community Fundraising Assistant - North, to join our Community and Digital Fundraising team.
Have you answered Yes to these questions?
Does this sound like the opportunity to really take the next step in your career?
Excited to learn more about this position? Then please take a read through our recruitment pack which is included within this advert.
If you have the skills and ambition that we are looking for we are excited to receive your application. We are really looking forward to welcoming a new member to our team!
We are asking for a CV as the first step but applicants may be asked to provide a targeted covering letter as part of the selection process. Interviews will be conducted during the application window as appropriate, and will consist of a first interview via MS Teams, progressing, if successful to a face to face second interview, held at our offices in Milton Keynes.
We reserve the right to close the application window early and advise candidates to apply in good time to avoid disappointment.
We are looking for people who share our passion for finding a cure for brain tumours and who have the skills and experience to make a difference. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, cultures, genders, sexual orientations, abilities, and ages. We believe that diversity enriches our organisation and helps us achieve our mission. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive environment where everyone can be themselves and contribute to our vision.
To find a cure for all types of brain tumours To increase the UK investment in brain tumour research
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