Service manager jobs in oldham, england
The vacancy
We are seeking to appoint one lay member to sit on our GOC Council.
About the GOC
We are the regulator for the optical professions in the UK. Our purpose is to protect the public by promoting high standards of education, performance and conduct. For more information about us please visit our website:optical. org.
About the Council
The role of Council is to lead on the GOC’s mission to protect the public by upholding high standards in eye care services. The Council is composed of six lay members (including the Chair) and six registrant members (i.e. registered optometrists and dispensing opticians). At least one member of the Council must work wholly or mainly in each of England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales. One Council member acts as a Senior Council Member whose role is to carry out the Chair’s appraisal as well as provide a sounding board for the Chair and serve as an intermediary for Council members, Executive and stakeholders as necessary.
The successful candidate will contribute to Council by exercising oversight, ensuring effective corporate governance, and making high-level policy decisions. They will be able to operate strategically and impartially; listen, communicate, and influence effectively; exercise judgment; and inspire confidence and support amongst our stakeholders.
Remuneration and time commitment
Council members are remunerated in accordance with our member fees policy (£13,962 per annum plus reasonable travel and subsistence expenses). The member fee includes time for reading and preparation.
The appointed member will be expected to commit approximately 2-3 days per month. Meetings will usually take place via MS Teams but may on occasion be held at the GOC Offices at Level 29, One Canada Square, London, E14 5AA. There are occasional online catch-up meetings - these are currently scheduled on a Tuesday evening every 6-8 weeks, from 5.30pm – 6.30pm.
How to apply:
Please email the the following to appointment@optical. org
· your CV outlining your employment history, any relevant voluntary work, public service or other experience; together with any relevant professional, academic or vocational qualifications;
· the application form, stating how your experience matches the criteria for the vacancy you are applying for; and
· complete the EDI monitoring form linked in the candidate pack (this is an online form and does not need to be included in the email with your CV and application form).
APPLICATION DEADLINE: midnight on Sunday 10 August 2025.
Online interviews will be held on between Wednesday 15 and Thursday 16 October 2025.
If you have any questions, please email them to appointment@optical. org and we will aim to respond to you within 48 hours.
We welcome applications from individuals who are disabled and from diverse ethnic backgrounds as these are currently under-represented on our council and committees.
We strive to be as diverse as the public we protect and welcome applications from everyone, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy, maternity and geographical locations outside of London.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Technical Project Executive
£30,000 - £34,000 per annum (dependent on relevant experience and skills) plus generous benefits
Location – Home-based with regular travel across a designated region and to our offices as required
We are the Football Foundation - the Premier League, the FA and government’s charity that delivers outstanding grassroots facilities, more and better places to play, transforming lives and communities where it is needed most.
As a Technical Project Executive, you’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality sports facilities by guiding and supporting applicants through the technical aspects of capital grant projects. Working within an experienced team, you’ll assess the design, procurement, and delivery of construction projects—safeguarding the Foundation’s investment and ensuring compliance with national standards.
Day to day, you’ll review technical plans, carry out site inspections, advise on risks, and help process grants efficiently. You’ll also support applicants throughout the funding journey and respond to technical enquiries.
This is an exciting opportunity for a newly qualified graduate—or a more experienced graduate seeking a new direction. You’ll gain hands-on experience in all aspects of facility development, supported by experienced Technical Project Managers (TPMs) who will mentor you as you progress towards becoming a TPM yourself.
Joining at the early stages of your career, you’ll benefit from a supportive, collaborative environment. The Foundation is committed to helping you build the skills and confidence needed to step into a full TPM role within 2–3 years.
About the Football Foundation
Over the last 22 years, the Foundation has awarded more than 23,000 grants to deliver outstanding grassroots facilities across England worth more than £877 million. This year, the Foundation will be investing more money than ever into facilities across England and is committed to improving the experience of playing football for everyone.
What are we looking for
A Graduate with a construction-related degree — such as architecture, building surveying, planning, civil engineering, quantity surveying, project management, or construction management — or hold an entry-level construction qualification with at least 12 months’ experience in a construction-related role.
You’ll have a sound understanding of construction principles, procurement, and project management, with a keen eye for detail and a methodical approach to reviewing designs and technical documentation.
Strong interpersonal skills are key. You’ll be comfortable working with a range of people — from contractors and clients to volunteers — and able to explain technical matters in plain English. We’re looking for someone who can engage and inspire our applicants.
You’ll be organised, accurate, and adaptable, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities. Strong IT skills, particularly in Excel, are essential, along with a positive, can-do attitude and a genuine desire to learn.
A current, clean driving licence and access to your own vehicle are required, as regular travel is part of the role.
What can we offer you
The salary band for this role is £30,000 - £34,000 per annum, dependent on relevant skills and experience.
You will start on 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (which increases after 2 years), plus additional time off to volunteer. We also offer a generous pension scheme (8% employer contribution), free health care, a monthly gym subsidy, death in service benefit, free match tickets and access to selected events at Wembley.
Equality and Diversity Commitment
The Football Foundation is committed to and values the principles of diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive working environment where all our team feel respected and supported in fulfilling their potential. We encourage and welcome applications from all, regardless of background and are particularly interested to hear from individuals belonging to under-represented groups including diverse ethnic communities, individuals with a disability and those from the LGBTQI+ community.
Closing date for applications is: Monday 4 August 2025 at 11.59pm
First stage interviews, online via Microsoft Teams on 26 August 2025
Using Anonymous Recruitment
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Bipolar is one of the most significant mental health challenges of the 21st century, with over one million people in the UK with lived experience. That's approximately one in every 50 individuals, around 30% more than those affected by dementia.
The symptoms of bipolar can emerge at any age and the condition is increasingly affecting young people, who are more likely to screen positive than older generations. It also has a profound impact on the families and friends of those affected and the need for a dedicated national bipolar charity has never been greater.
Bipolar UK is the only national charity dedicated to supporting individuals and families affected by bipolar, and we offer peer support at the core of our work. Our aim is to provide a nationwide Peer Support Service for people affected by bipolar and increase the reach of our delivery. To act as the voice of our community to change public attitudes, and to build a society that enables people affected by bipolar to live well and fulfil their potential.
Role: Fundraising Supporter Engagement Assistant (Apprentice)
Contract: 13-month fixed term contract with a view to be permanent after completion of apprenticeship
Location: Home-based
Salary: £23,000
Hours: This role is full time (35 hours)
Holiday: 25 week days of annual leave (plus Bank Holidays), increasing by one day for every full year of service (up to 5 years)
Pension: Up to 5% contribution towards a stakeholder pension is offered after successful completion of probationary period
Reports to: Director of Fundraising
Purpose:
Bipolar UK is seeking a Fundraising Supporter Engagement Assistant to aid the Fundraising Team in donor stewardship and to enabling growth in the organisation’s supporter base across all income streams.
This role is an apprenticeship with the apprentice programme starting September 2025, provided by Apprentify - an industry-led apprenticeship provider.
The successful candidate will learn and work on the job at Bipolar UK whilst receiving 20% off-the-job training from industry experts, which will be led through virtual classrooms.
This role offers an exciting opportunity to help transform the lives of those affected by bipolar across the UK.
In summary the Fundraising Supporter Engagement Assistant will support the fundraising team in growing the community, individual and events fundraising income streams, and be the first point of contact for all fundraising enquiries.
Key responsibilities
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Ensure that all our fundraisers and donors are thanked in an appropriate manner, developing a robust stewardship programme.
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Support fundraising volunteers in a professional but empathetic way.
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Provide relevant information and resources to our fundraising volunteers in a timely manner.
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Support the team with sourcing fundraising merchandise and materials.
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Record all supporters’ non-financial information on the CRM in line with our data policies.
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Co-ordinate the challenge events programme and explore new initiatives to help grow this income stream.
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Support the fundraising team with the promotion and delivery of workplace training sessions.
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Help grow membership for our Bipolar Friendly Workplace Scheme and develop effective stewardship plans.
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Become a valued member of the Fundraising team, sharing knowledge and best practice.
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Support other members of the team in the development and delivery of all our fundraising activities.
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Work closely with colleagues to develop robust fundable project proposals that align with current and future growth plans of Bipolar UK.
Our mission is to empower everyone affected by bipolar to live well and fulfil their potential.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Location: Home based
Contract: Permanent, full time - 35hrs per week
Salary: £27,250 gross per annum
Closing Date: 28 July 2025
Assessment Day: 5 August 2025 (Location TBC)
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The Marine Society & Sea Cadets (MSSC) is a vibrant and growing charity delivering life changing nautical adventure for young people through the Sea Cadets to give them the best possible head start in life. We also provide personal and professional development opportunities for seafarers with the Marine Society. Working with our staff, cadets, and volunteers, we have built a vision and five-year strategy to take us forward and further improve the astounding contribution already made through our work to the lives of thousands of young people and seafarers, while fully supporting our volunteers who are vital to our success.
We are currently looking for a Growth and Development Worker based in England to join our team. This is an externally funded post which will be focused on opening new provision and supporting existing provision in order to reduce waiting lists within specific funding areas. This is a very varied and rewarding role that requires someone who is self-motivated, organised, creative, tenacious, positive, IT competent and with a real interest in people. You need to be able to coach, empower and inspire our volunteers and cadets, both in person and remotely, to grow the Sea Cadets.
Responsibilities
Delivering a variety of training sessions on, for example, recruitment of cadets and volunteers
Developing new growth and recruitment tools and ideas
Promoting flexible volunteering and the volunteer strategy
Assisting with running our social media accounts
Working with and empowering our volunteers to develop plans for growth
Planning and setting up Juniors Sections in new and existing locations/units
Delivering assemblies in schools
Forming part of various working groups with colleagues to develop the tools, resources and processes needed to increase the positive impact of the Growth and Development team.
Supporting the delivery of funded outreach projects
Requirements
Previous experience of working with volunteers
Experience delivering on multiple project plans simultaneously
Ability to build and maintain excellent relationships with a variety of stakeholders remotely and face-to-face
Experience delivering workshops and/or training
Self-motivated and able to manage your time and workload effectively
Flexible and enthusiastic
Able to work as a team player with creative ideas and solutions who will empower our volunteers to make a difference to the lives of even more young people across the UK
For further information, please download the
Benefits
Flexible Working hours and a hybrid culture
Cycle to work scheme and Season Ticket Loan
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Life assurance (4x salary) for those that join the pension
Private medical insurance
Pension (employer contribution up to 10%)
Wellbeing portal and EAP with 121 counselling
Employee development: We are investing in our employees' development and have an annual calendar of learning and development opportunities, designed to support employees to develop into their roles and stretch them to achieve their full potential.
National staff conference: All employees come together once a year to reflect on the past year and celebrate success at our offsite staff conference. This is a great opportunity to listen to employees' views, and for employees to network, share information and socialise.
If you are interested in this Growth and Development vacancy, please apply now!
Additional Information
MSSC positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates from all backgrounds. Equity, diversity, and inclusion really matters to us, so we can best serve our beneficiaries from every community. We work to ensure a fair and consistent recruitment process and aim to be a charity where diversity of experience, identity and skills are valued and welcomed. MSSC is an equal opportunities employer.
We recognise our responsibilities to safeguard and protect the young people and vulnerable adults with whom we work. We do all we can to promote their health, safety and wellbeing, and we expect our staff to share this commitment and work in line with safeguarding policy, the MSSC’s values and ethos of inclusivity. We adhere to safer recruitment practices and therefore employment is subject to detailed pre-employment checks for successful candidates, including references and criminal disclosure checks and the completion of a disclosure questionnaire.
All successful applicants are required to attend safeguarding training and undergo a criminal record check.
We help launch young people for life through adventure.




The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Back on Track is a Manchester charity that enables people facing disadvantage to make lasting, positive changes in their lives. We run a learning centre for adults going through a process of recovery or rehabilitation, having experienced problems with alcohol, drugs, offending, mental health or homelessness.
This role will help to advance Back on Track’s strategic priorities through key stakeholder relationships and effective management of the commissioned services and projects.
You will be responsible for supporting, developing, and managing project staff on the Multiple Disadvantage team and capturing learning, monitoring, and evaluation of service delivery. Partnership working and influencing is also a key element with the role and delivering workshops and training to share programme learning to wider stakeholders.
We are looking for someone who is proactive and flexible – putting their commitment to the people on the programmes at the centre of their work. We deeply value diversity and lived experience and what it can bring to a team/role, and we welcome applications from people who may have faced disadvantage.
While some flexibility is possible, this role is not compatible with substantial homeworking
To apply, download the job pack and form from our website, or call into our centre to collect paper copies.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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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!
Support Coordinator
This is an exciting opportunity to work with stroke survivors and their families to support them following stroke. We’re looking for an innovative, passionate and professional individual with excellent communication and organisational skills to join the Stroke Recovery Service based in the South of Tyne and Wear area.
Position: S11299 Stroke Support Coordinator
Location: Home-based, South of Tyne and Wear. However, frequent travel will be required as part of this role (may include team meetings or other work-related meetings)
Salary: Circa £27,400 per annum
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week
Contract: This is a fixed term contract for 9 months. Our services are contracted, we currently have funding for this contract until 31 March 2027
Benefits: 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (this will increase with service up to 30 days, full time equivalent) cashback and discount scheme, employee assistance programme, learning and development, pension scheme, Life Assurance, Eye Care vouchers, Long Service Award, Tax-free childcare, Health Cash Plan, Working Pattern Agreement, flexible working opportunities available.
Closing Date: 10 August 2025. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.
Interview Date: 19 and 20 August 2025
Interviews will be held via video conferencing. Please let us know if this will present any challenges when you email your application.
The Role
The service aims to identify and address the needs of stroke survivors and carers across the stroke pathway, by providing a range of innovative support solutions, supporting them to meet their desired outcomes.
Reporting to the Stroke Service Delivery Coach, the Stroke Support Coordinator will:
- Support new stroke survivors and their carers from hospital discharge into the community.
- Provide personalised information, advice and support.
- Support clients to make informed lifestyle changes which will help them to prevent further strokes.
About You
The post holder will have experience/background in:
- A caring profession ideally with experience of supporting people with disabilities.
- Be able to demonstrate previous experience of working collaboratively with other organisations to achieve joint ambitions.
- Ability to use basic Microsoft systems.
This role requires extensive travel across a large geographical locality to visit people at home and in community settings. Candidates must be able to demonstrate how they can meet this requirement of the role.
To fulfil the role, you must be a resident of the UK and have the right to work in the UK.
When you click to apply, you will be able to see the full responsibilities and person specification for further information on the role.
Please submit your CV and a supporting statement of no more than two pages, demonstrating how you meet the person specification and what you bring to the role in terms of your skills and experience.
Finding strength through support
The organisation is the only charity in the UK providing lifelong support for all stroke survivors and their families. Providing tailored support to tens of thousands of stroke survivors each year. This support includes one-to-one and group support, funding vital scientific research into stroke prevention, acute treatment, recovery and long-term care, and campaigning to secure the best care for everyone affected by stroke.
They are here for stroke survivors and their loved ones, from the moment they enter the new and frightening post-stroke world, supporting them every step of the way as they find their strength and their way back to life.
It’s only thanks to the generosity of supporters and donors that they can provide vital support.
The Association is driven by an ambition to improve the lives of everyone affected by stroke. This means they’re determined to create an equitable and inclusive workplace that benefits from the difference, and thrives on the diversity, of our people. Guided by an approach to solving inequity in stroke, the team are prioritising listening to, and learning from, lived experience across the charity.
The charity are working to improve the representation of this lived experience at all levels within the Association and are eager to recruit applicants from a variety of communities and backgrounds. We are keen to receive applications from people affected by stroke, people of colour, members of LGBT+ communities, and disabled people because these identities and experiences are underrepresented and would add enormous value to how the organisation work.
A Disability Confident employer, the organisation is making great progress focusing on flexible working, reasonable adjustments and access to work. The charity has a variety of staff network groups and are committed to continuously improving diversity and inclusion efforts. If you have questions, or access needs, we’re happy to discuss any support and adjustments we can make throughout the recruitment process so that you’re able to contribute your best in a way that meets your needs.
You may also have experience in areas such as Care Coordinator, Stroke Support, Stroke, Care, Care Worker, Support Worker, Carer, Care Team Leader, Support Team Leader, Volunteering Manager, Volunteer Coordinator, Support Group, Support and Advice, Social Care, Carer Support, Support Service. #INDNFP
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
With the recent launch of our ambitious new strategy, and a newly recruited Director of Development & Partnerships in post, we’re looking for a Development Assistant to be the vital backbone of a passionate team actively fighting to protect critically endangered Sumatran orangutans and their rainforest homes.
You'll bring invaluable experience in fundraising administration, CRM management, and donor relations, working within a dynamic, impactful conservation charity. All while enjoying theflexibility of a fully remote position with a dedicated team committed to making a tangible difference in the world.
Joining SOS means contributing directly to rewilding vast areas of rainforest, empowering local communities, and ensuring a future for these magnificent creatures, making your daily work incredibly meaningful and rewarding.
If you're ready to use your administrative expertise to help protect critically endangered orangutans and their rainforest homes, we'd love to hear from you!
We work to protect orangutans, their forests and their future.


The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Background
Social AF are experts in Social Media Moderation. Established in 2021, we work with some of the biggest names in the third sector and have supported charities to raise over £25 million through their Facebook Challenges and Virtual events.
We are a fast-growing agency with a strong reputation for delivering outstanding results. Our team of experienced fundraisers know exactly what it’s like to be on the front line and put their heart and soul into every event.
On a day to day basis, our team maintains a safe and welcoming environment and ensures all challenge participants feel valued and well supported. Our reputation for delivering an excellent service has helped our agency grow at a rapid pace and we are fast approaching our busiest period. We are now on the lookout for talented fundraisers who understand the value of supporter care to join our team.
About the role
Our moderators manage Facebook groups of up to 18,000 virtual challenge participants. You will be working with some of the biggest names in the sector, supporting them to raise five and six figure sums.
This role is perfect for skilled fundraisers who can provide excellent supporter care, and is best suited as an additional source of income (the majority of our team are freelancers and consultants). You must be able to begin moderation at 9am (or earlier), wrap up by 9pm and adhere to our sub-three hour response time.
As a Fundraising Group Moderator, you would be responsible for:
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Becoming the voice of the cause you are representing, adhering to their brand guidelines at all times
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Identifying, escalating and signposting any safeguarding issues
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Managing your own time and work on own initiative
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Responding to all post and queries in under three hours
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Maximising registration conversions and fundraiser activation
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Providing fundraising support to challenge participants
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Ensuring that the group is a safe, constructive and positive environment
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Going above and beyond at all times to provide participants with an incredible experience
Our moderation takes place between 9am and 9pm, Monday-Sunday. Different challenges have different requirements and whilst you need to be on hand to monitor the group during 9am-9pm, the role does allow for a great deal of personal flexibility.
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years' professional fundraising experience. They will understand the importance of stewarding relationships and be committed to always acting in the best possible way for the charities we work so hard to support.
Full training will be provided alongside regular one to one and monthly team meetings.
On a day to day basis you will:
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Work off your own initiative and have exceptional time management
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Be the charity representative for the event
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Maintain a safe and positive environment
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Identify and solve/diffuse issues within the groups
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Bring your own personality to the role
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Follow clear processes
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Engage with participants using a warm, friendly and informal tone
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Respond to posts and questions in a timely manner
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Respond to inbox messages from participants
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Use personal Facebook profile to moderate groups (this allows us to build relationships with participants)
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Encourage and motivate participants
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Work on GivePanel and other similar platforms to manage registrations
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Post engaging content on a daily basis
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Identify, report and signpost all safeguarding concerns
Person Specification
Essential
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At least three years’ professional fundraising experience
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Have own Facebook profile and strong understanding of the platform
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Be available for a minimum of 3 days a week (including one weekend day)
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Excellent written communication skills
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Ability to work off own initiative
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Strong attention to detail
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Team player
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Ability to multitask
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Problem solver
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Creative and innovative
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Exceptional time management skills
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Keen to learn new skills - your fundraising experience is a fantastic platform however group moderation can be a steep learning curve!
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Must be available to quickly adapt throughout the day should issues on the group arise
Desirable:
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Events and individual giving experience
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An understanding of the Facebook Challenge model and/or experience of running Facebook Challenges
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Experience in using GivePanel or similar platform
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Experience in managing Facebook Groups
Please read the full job description and example of how hours are split across the 9am-9pm time period, prior to applying. Upon application, you will be required to answer the following questions. If you do not answer these or hit the minimum criteria, you will not be considered for the role:
-What aspects of your fundraising experience, as well as your own personality, would lend itself to the role? (150 words or less)
-Share an example of your own stewardship that created an outstanding supporter experience (200 words or less)
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Peer Support Volunteer Manager to join the Peer Support team in the National Homicide Service, working 18.75 hours a week on a fixed term basis until September 2026.
This role is home-based with regular travel required throughout England & Wales, actual hours can be discussed at interview.
Do you want to make a difference every day? Do you want to contribute to change & improvement for those who need it?
Do you have resilience & adaptability? Can you work effectively with a focus on customer service and care?
If yes, then we'd love to hear from you…
What we offer:
At Victim Support we believe in attracting & retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards & benefits package including:
- Flexible working options including hybrid working
- 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 33 days plus Bank Holidays
- An extra day off for your birthday & options to buy or sell annual leave
- Pension with 5% employer contribution
- Enhanced sick pay allowances, maternity & paternity payments
- High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment & leisure discounts
- Access to our financial wellbeing hub & salary deducted finance
- Employee assistance programme & wellbeing support
- Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes
- Cycle to work scheme & season ticket loans
- Ongoing training & support with opportunities for career development & progression
About the role:
The role is home working, however the team collectively cover England and Wales, so the ability to travel with occasional overnight stays is vital.
As a Peer Support Volunteer Manager you will be:
- Responsible for development and management of a cohort of lived experience volunteers
- Triaging and Risk Assessing clients as they are referred into the service
- Facilitating Peer Support groups, both online and face-to-face
- Contributing to the training and recruitment of new volunteers
You will need:
- Experience, knowledge and understanding of trauma informed working in a client facing role, with knowledge of the impact of traumatic bereavement
- Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding practice and legislation relating to equal opportunities and diversity, inclusivity, safeguarding and risk assessments.
- Willingness and flexibility to travel (including overnight stays) and to work evenings and weekends with notice
- A proven ability to confidently use various IT systems including Case Management, Microsoft Office, Zoom, Outlook and other online applications/platforms.
Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details.
About Us:
Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity providing a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. We work towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System. Everyone at VS is driven by our Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. Working for VS gives you the opportunity to play a key role in a national charity providing high quality services to victims and witnesses and being a vital force for change.
Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required.
Victim Support strives to represent the diverse communities we serve and are passionate about creating an environment where all staff and volunteers feel respected and heard. Being a diverse organisation with an inclusive culture is integral to us being able to meet our aim of ensuring that anyone who is a victim of crime gets the support they need.
As part of our commitment to the Race at Work Charter we particularly welcome applicants from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. VS is also a Disability Confident Employer and we provide a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role.
If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of our selection process, we'll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best.
How to apply:
To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria.
We look forward to hearing from you.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date.
If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.
About Small Woods Association
Small Woods Association is the UK’s leading charity promoting sustainable woodland management, social, environmental and economic benefits of small woodlands. We support woodland owners, deliver hands-on training in woodland skills, and run wellbeing programmes that connect people with nature through woodlands.
As a national charity we are seeking a committed Philanthropy and Partnership Coordinator with UK-wide knowledge of charitable income generation models, to strengthen relationships with funders, supporters and stakeholders—helping secure the resources and recognition needed to expand our impact.
Purpose of the Role
This role plays a key part in advancing Small Woods’ sustainability by:
- Securing philanthropic support through grants, trusts, and donors.
- Building and nurturing strategic partnerships with supporters, funders, sponsors, and networks.
- Promoting the charity’s work through digital outreach and storytelling to engage members and stakeholders.
You will work closely with the CEO and delivery teams to align income generation with the charity’s mission and priorities.
Key Responsibilities
Philanthropy & Fundraising (Approx. 2 days/week)
- Identify and pursue funding opportunities from UK-based trusts, foundations, public sector schemes and corporate sponsors.
- Write compelling grant applications for projects focused on woodland innovation, social prescribing, education, and conservation.
- Steward funder relationships, ensuring timely reporting, compliance, and meaningful engagement.
- Collaborate with internal teams to shape fundable project proposals with measurable outcomes and clear budgets.
- Support development of earned income streams, such as training, consultancy, and membership, by identifying and promoting opportunities.
Partnerships & Outreach
- Develop and manage partnerships with philanthropic donors, environmental organisations, and community networks.
- Coordinate cross-sector collaborations to support long-term funding and awareness.
- Represent the charity at relevant events, building networks and advocating for Small Woods’ mission.
Marketing (Approx. 1 day/week)
- Plan and deliver digital campaigns to promote income generation related initiatives, membership services, events and impact stories.
- Maintain and update website content to reflect income generation related current activities and opportunities.
- Create high-quality materials, including items for the newsletters, case studies, reports and social media content.
- Support member engagement by helping grow and connect our network of woodland supporters, volunteers and stakeholders.
- Ensure consistency of brand and messaging across all platforms and materials.
Person Specification
Essential
- Proven experience in grant writing and fundraising for charitable organisations.
- Strong understanding of the UK charitable funding environment.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Confident in digital marketing, including social media, websites, and email campaigns.
- Highly organised, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple priorities remotely.
- Passion for environmental or community-based work.
Desirable
- Experience developing strategic partnerships or sponsorships.
- Skills in visual content creation (design, photography, video).
- Experience with CRM systems or donor databases.
- Interest in sustainable woodland management, nature-based wellbeing, or outdoor learning.
Working Conditions
- Remote work with flexible hours.
- Occasional travel to Telford or other UK sites.
- Equipment and support for home working provided.
- Collaboration via online platforms and video calls.
What We Offer
- Flexible working arrangements and supportive culture.
- 25 days holiday pro rata + bank holidays.
- Pension contribution.
- Opportunity to help shape the future of people and woodland wellbeing across the UK.
How to Apply
Please send your CV and a short cover letter (max 2 pages) outlining your suitability.
Interviews to be held 18 August 2025 (via Teams or in person where possible)
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job description
We’re looking for an enthusiastic Communications and Events Coordinator lead the development and delivery of Khulisa’s communications strategy and key campaigns, designed to engage our supporters, stakeholders, and the wider UK public.
About Khulisa:
Khulisa, meaning 'nurture' in the Zulu language of South Africa, is an award-winning charity dedicated to providing therapeutic support to young people. We focus on reaching those who are most at risk – young people from deprived communities who are often marginalized, vulnerable to exclusion, and at heightened risk of becoming involved in crime.
Our approach centres on safe, exploratory methods that aim to understand behaviour and experiences often rooted in trauma, abuse, and neglect. We deliver intensive therapeutic programs within educational and community settings, empowering young people to confront the underlying causes of their emotional distress and work toward healing. To create lasting, sustainable change, we also work to establish trauma-informed environments around young people by equipping parents, caregivers, educators, and other professionals with the tools they need to offer effective, supportive care. Currently, our services are active in London and Manchester.
About the role:
This role will be a key part of helping to raise awareness of Khulisa’s mission and the issues we address, strengthening support for our programmes. The postholders will also take ownership of planning and delivering all Khulisa events, ensuring they are impactful and well-executed.
- Develop and deliver Khulisa’s Communications and Branding Strategy in line with the strategic plan.
- Lead public engagement campaigns to raise awareness, promote youth voice, and drive participation.
- Plan and manage events, including fundraising and challenge events, from concept to delivery.
- Create and manage digital content across social media, website, newsletters, and other channels.
- Recruit and supervise volunteers to support communications and event-related activities.
For a full list of duties and responsibilities, please see the attached job description below.
The post holder will be required to work from home permanently but be willing and able to easily travel to various locations across the London and the North West as necessary to fulfill the requirements of the role and to engage with stakeholders and colleagues.
What we're looking for:
1. Abilities/Experiences
- Experience in digital campaigning and digital content creation.
- Experience of planning and delivering events, including fundraising events, liaising with partners, suppliers and colleagues.
- Excellent written, copywriting and editing skills and proven ability to communicate campaigning messages in a compelling, succinct and engaging way.
- Experience creating digital content for a variety of audiences, including experience of using a range of digital software and tools, and knowledge of message testing and optimisation.
- Experience in designing popular, results-oriented and successful campaigns.
- Ability to use design software (such as InDesign, Canva, Photoshop and Illustrator).
- Experience working within a close-knit team in a busy and fast paced working environment.
- Demonstrable ability to plan and prioritise own workload with minimum supervision.
- Ability to buy strongly into strategic objectives and reflect passion for Khulisa’s work with and for young people.
- Experience of using Salesforce or similar CRM system as well as all-in-one marketing platform such as
- Mailchimp to deliver effective long-term public engagement.
- Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends when required.
2. Qualifications
- Relevant qualification in Project Management, Events Management or Communications, or equivalent years of experience.
3. Knowledge/Skills
- Knowledge of relevant software and digital tools to deliver effective long-term public engagement and digital fundraising campaigns.
- Strong knowledge of WordPress or similar website builder.
- Knowledge of best practice in digital fundraising.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: We are actively looking to recruit a diversity of talent. We embrace, respect and value the difference in our employees and believe that we and our work is better for it. We are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive environment that consists of fairness, dignity, and caring for everyone, and one that enables every employee to flourish and realise their potential.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: FRIDAY 8TH AUGUST AT 12 NOON
To apply, please submit a CV and Covering Letter, both of which should be no more than two pages, outlining how your skills and experience meet the requirements for the role as laid out in the Job Description.
We advise candidates to review the attached Job Description prior to applying, to see if this role and organisation is a good fit for you.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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At Better Story, we are dedicated to raising funds and shining a light on organisations that are making a real impact in the world. From those who provide vital support to refugees, to those who empower individuals to transform their lives, and those who are driving positive change in their local communities, we stand behind causes that truly matter.
An essential part of our sustained growth is the recruitment of a Trusts and Foundations Fundraising Consultant. Could that be you?
As a Trusts and Foundations Fundraising Consultant, you will play a crucial role in serving our clients by:
- Understanding their work in detail and collecting the necessary information to write compelling cases for support and applications.
- Leading communications with the clients you support.
- Researching suitable trust funds and foundations
- Creating a strategic plan for submitting applications.
- Writing inspiring applications that get results and make a real difference to the organisations we support.
Please see the full job description that is attached.
Further Details
- Full Time = 35hrs a week
- Salary: £27,500 + Pension contribution + home working allowance + IT equipment.
- Location: Fully remote. Optional in-person meetings from time to time.
- Annual Leave: 35 days per year including Bank Holidays
Please submit a CV and tailored covering letter (not using AI will give us a better understanding of your writing capabilities, which is important for this role). We'll be interviewing as and when suitable candidates apply.
We look forward to hearing from you.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Position Title: Programme Coordinator
Responsible to: Programme Manager
Salary: £25,000 FTE, (pro rata £20,000) part time 0.8 (4 days a week)
Benefits include: Flexible work environment, 23 days annual leave (pro-rata) which increases after 2 years, 3 Volunteering Days (pro-rata), 3 Trust Days, Death in Service, Auto Enrolment Pension, paid agreed expenses.
Location: Home based with requirement to occasionally travel nationally, including to children’s hospitals and participating schools where required.
Term: 12 month FTC (maternity cover)
Closing Date: 30th July 2025
Interview Dates: w/c 4th August 2025
Interview Format: Interviews will be conducted by video conference.
About Dame Kelly Holmes Trust
Dame Kelly Holmes Trust puts world-class athletes shoulder to shoulder with young people. Equipping them with a winning mindset and shaping their futures - it's a teammate like no other.
Whether that’s building relationship skills, improving self-esteem or learning to stay focused, our sporting champions help the next generation move forward with confidence.
By 2032, our ambition is to support 10,000 young people to become the best version of themselves. Find out more by reading our strategy document on our website
Please send your application (CV and Cover Letter of no more than 2 pages) your Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the key responsibilities of the role and job criteria listed below.
We actively welcome and encourage applications from candidates of diverse cultures, perspectives and lived experiences. To ensure an inclusive recruitment process, all Cover Letters and CVs are anonymised before shortlisting.
Please contact us if you need any additional support with the application process.
JOB DESCRIPTION
This is an exciting opportunity to coordinate the Trust’s health programmes within leading children’s hospitals, and education programmes within schools across the UK.
Our Children’s Hospital One-to-One Mentoring Programme offers patients aged 11 to 18 years old an exceptional experience through receiving one to one mentoring from our world class Athlete Mentors and through accessing online materials. The programme supports young people who are or have been seriously ill, and or injured patients with their physical and mental wellbeing whilst they are receiving care as in or outpatients at hospital.
Our Education Programmes help young people build healthy relationships in school and with the wider community, and understand the importance of physical and mental wellness. With a strong focus on their own personal development, it promotes positive behaviours and attitudes, and sets them up to achieve in education, work and life.
Reporting to the Programme Manager, you will be responsible for:
- Coordinating our One-to-One Mentoring programmes in hospitals, supporting young people to sign up (with their guardian), and linking them with their athlete mentor. You will also be responsible for building and maintaining excellent relationships with hospital staff to ensure a steady flow of referrals and to ensure we provide the best possible experience and outcomes for patients who join our programme.
- Coordinating schools-based programmes, liaising with participating schools, supporting young people’s registration, and working with our athlete mentors to ensure smooth delivery.
The role would suit someone who has a proven track record of coordinating multi stakeholder youth programmes (ideally within/or in partnership with the health and/or education sector) and who is compassionate and willing to go the extra mile to provide an exceptional experience for patients (and guardians), and young people.
As a key member of the Trust’s team, you will have the opportunity to work closely with all of our team including alongside our world class Athlete Mentors. We are a close, supportive and innovative team, who want to see all our employees fulfil their potential.
While the role is home-based, the post holder will be required to attend some in person meetings across the UK, including at children’s hospitals and visiting schools.
Responsibilities
- Build lasting relationships with hospital staff to facilitate referrals and provide a seamless onboarding journey for patients and guardians.
- Work closely with patients and guardians to provide a smooth process and caring environment as they move through the programme.
- Build lasting relationships with schools and lead teachers to facilitate the smooth running of the schools-based programme
- Provide a structured and supportive environment for athlete mentors to operate in including writing briefing documents and checking in.
- Supporting with gathering case studies from patients, guardians, athletes, teachers and hospital staff
- Provide reports as agreed
- Ensure programmes are delivered on budget, keeping a track of day to day spend.
- Ensure programme is delivered successfully against contractual requirements including KPIs
- Collect programme data, including pre and post surveys, social media content and ensuring they are handled in accordance with Trust, schools and hospital policies.
- To safeguard patients in line with Trust and partner hospitals' / schools’ policies.
- To provide support with report and overall programme delivery writing as required.
- Proactively identify and mitigate potential programmatic risks.
- Travel as required.
- Other reasonable duties as may be required by Programme Manager.
Knowledge and Experience
Experience of coordinating programmesE/Interview/ Application
Experience of using interpersonal, communication and relationship management skills to develop relationships and partnerships. E/Interview/ Application
Experience of safeguarding young people D/Interview/ Application
Experience of tracking and managing programme budgets E/Interview/ Application
Experience of handling and tracking large volumes of data and paperwork E/Interview/ Application
Experience of working within/or in partnership with the health sector D/Interview/ Application
Experience of working within/or in partnership with the education sector D/Interview/ Application
Experience of producing high quality internal and external documentationD/Interview/ Application
Knowledge of disadvantaged young people programmes and what good looks like D/Interview/ Application
Experience of report writing D/Interview/ Application
Database management D/Interview/ Application
Experience of working in a small organisation and or remote workingD/Interview/ Application
Experience of working in sport for development sector or sport-based charitiesD/Application
Organisational skills
Highly motivated and energetic self-starterE/Interview/ Application
Methodical, well-organised and disciplined approach to workE/Interview/ Application
A good working knowledge of modern ICT, including Microsoft Office, databases and appsE/Interview/ Application
An ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines E/Interview/ Application
Values & Mindset
Strong team player, enthusiastic about working flexibly as part of a small and dynamic team, and with partners and stakeholders. E/Interview/ Application
Able to handle significant confidential material and information. E/Interview/Application
Focused on outcomes, both individual and Trust-wide; tenacious approach to problem-solving. E/Interview
Flexible and adaptable, promotes change and new ideas to maximise the impact. E/Interview
Strong sense of personal accountability and responsibility, leading by example. E/Interview
Uses data and insight to find solutions and maximise the opportunity. E/Application
Articulate with strong presentation skills. E/Interview
Ambitious for the organisation and what it can achieve. E/Interview
Willing to travel across the country as required for the job role. E/Application
Key: E = Essential; D = Desirable
Dame Kelly Holmes Trust recognises the value that a diverse workforce can bring to our organisation and strives to reflect this among our employees, athletes, volunteers and other stakeholders. To help us measure how well we are doing against this, please could you complete our online Monitoring and Diversity form
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A Champion in their corner - Dame Kelly Holmes Trust puts world class athletes shoulder to shoulder with young people.
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Are you passionate about supporting others to make positive changes in their lives?
Do you want to make a difference by providing interventions to help people impacted by gambling?
About Us
Founded in 1997, GamCare is one of the leading providers of information, advice and support for anyone affected by gambling harms. We operate the National Gambling Helpline, provide treatment for anyone who is harmed by gambling, create awareness about safer gambling and treatment, and encourage an effective approach to safer gambling within the gambling industry.
The role
This is a great time to join GamCare as we are growing the reach of our services. We are looking for Gambling Support Practitioners with qualifications or experience in health or social care, and an empathic style to enable people to change their behaviour through skilled intervention.
Crucially, you will ensure that psychosocial, and recovery support interventions are delivered as part of a cohesive recovery plan while working collaboratively with external and partner organisations to achieve positive outcomes for service users.
There will be lots of opportunity to participate in service promotion, networking activities and events to support the visibility of the service, as well as developing relationships with local services and communities to strengthen pathways into the service.
We are looking for an individual to work full-time which will currently include 4 days 9-5pm and 1 day 12-8pm per week (fixed), Monday to Friday.
About you
You should have significant experience in individual client work in the field of addictions, mental health or a social care setting with adults or young people. You should be flexible in using a range of low and high-intensity interventions and modalities including cognitive behavioural tools.
You will be expected to be able to work from home thereby having the space for a confidential setting whilst also being able to travel within the region to attend events and offer localised in person support as required.
If this sounds like you, and you would like to be part of a committed, dynamic, and highly supportive team, providing exceptional support, then we would love to hear from you!
Benefits You Can Enjoy
- 33 days basic annual leave entitlement per annum including bank holidays which increases with service
- A generous pension scheme - we contribute 6% and you contribute 2%.
- Discretionary company sick pay from day one of service.
- Employee assistance programme – 24-hour support
- We also have a vibrant and diverse event calendar full of monthly initiatives and webinars to support the ongoing physical and mental wellbeing of our people.
For further details and to apply please click the apply button.
The closing date for applications is Sunday 3rd August 2025.
Interviews will take place online via video conference during the week commencing 11th August 2025.
This post requires a DBS check.
GamCare is committed to offering the best support to people affected by gambling harms, as such we welcome applications from candidates with lived experience.
GamCare is an equal opportunities employer and doesn’t discriminate based on race, religion, gender, age, sexuality, gender identification, or physical ability. We are only able to facilitate visa sponsorship in very limited circumstances, so candidates outside of the UK or who don’t have the right to work in the UK need not apply.
Full or Part Time opportunities available.
£24,999- £25,642 per annum (Once 6-month probation is passed)
Additional payments for night shifts (£12 per night - £55 for sleep-in)
- Have you worked in an adult social care or nursing setting?
- Experience of being a team leader or have at least 1 year of care experience?
- Do you want to progress to a Senior Support Worker?
Then our client is the company for you! A charity based in Sale, just south of Manchester City Centre, our client has over 70 years’ experience supporting people with learning and physical disabilities.
They pride themselves on supporting their residents and service users to live their best lives to the fullest. Offering, high quality health and personal care for long-term residents of all ages. They have five 'luxury' style homes in Sale, with modern interiors and state-of-the-art lifting equipment and mobility aids, along with a day service in Altrincham.
Come and join the fun working environment. You will be offering day to day, person centred care, which includes, activities and day trips planned weekly with residents and service users which includes – swimming, trips to the seaside, museums, sensory walks, and activity breaks across the country.
What you will receive whilst working for our client -
- A competitive salary
- Enhanced pay for bank holidays and on call
- Excellent internal and external training offered
- Comprehensive induction and ongoing training
- Mileage paid for travel during work hours
- 28 days holiday per year pro rata inclusive of bank holidays
- Increased holiday entitlement with service
- Pension Scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Access to Wage Stream
- Medicash – includes access to 24hr GP, money off shopping and going out, wellbeing aids
- Life Insurance Scheme
- Monthly staff prize draw
What they want in return:
- Ideally a minimum of 1 year experience working in care with the ability to lead shifts
- Caring, self-motivated staff members who have passion and want to help people with learning disabilities and complex health care needs
- Have basic IT skills-Microsoft word and email. Ability to read and write and have basic numeracy skills is essential to this role
- Be Prepared to undertake a professional qualification relevant to the role, such as a level 2/3 RQF/NVQ
- Commitment to training and to progress to a shift leader
- Committed, reliable and willing to work as part of a team
- Flexibility- willing to work weekends and bank holidays
- Satisfactory DBS check, 2 references
You will go home at the end of your shift satisfied and feeling like you have made a big difference to the people you support.
If this job is for you, we want to hear from you.