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For more than 140 years, the Forces Employment Charity has helped the military community succeed beyond service – building careers, shaping futures, and living with purpose. Last year, we provided dedicated and specialist employment and justice support to over 23,000 people to create careers and long-term stability.
Are you a passionate leader with a commitment to supporting the Armed Forces community? We’re looking for an experienced and driven individual to lead and shape our national employment support service, helping veterans and their families build meaningful and sustainable careers.
This is a unique opportunity to lead a high-performing team, influence strategy, and make a real difference across the UK.
Brief role description
The Programme Manager plays a pivotal leadership role in delivering the Forces Employment Charity’s Ex-Forces Employment Charity Programme. This programme provides regionally-based, comprehensive employment support to all who have served in HM Armed Forces, ensuring personal and locally informed guidance for veterans seeking employment or career change.
Working closely with the Director of Veterans and Families Employment, the Programme Manager drives operational excellence, strengthens service consistency across the UK, and represents the charity’s employment offer in the devolved nations. They ensure that our national network of Advisors is supported, empowered, and aligned to strategic goals, enabling the very best outcomes for the veteran community.
It’s essential that they have experience managing multi-site or national teams, alongside a strong understanding of employment support or careers guidance. They will be confident working with a range of stakeholders, able to use data to inform decisions, and an excellent communicator. Strong IT skills and a genuine commitment to supporting the Armed Forces community are also key.
Ideally, they will bring experience from the veterans or employability sector, along with some understanding of devolved nation policy or frameworks such as safeguarding or vocational training.
This role requires an Enhanced DBS check.
Interested? Want to know more about the Charity? Check our website.
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What’s in it for you? Check out our Benefits.
Have we convinced you to apply? If so, submit your CV and Covering Letter by closing date Wednesday, 6 May 2026.
Please note: Applications will be reviewed and interviews conducted throughout the duration of this advert; therefore, we may at any time bring the closing date forward. We encourage all interested applicants to apply as soon as possible. If you are an internal applicant, please ensure you have made The People Team aware before applying.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff by fostering an inclusive, supportive environment where everyone, including those with disabilities, can thrive, develop, and achieve their full potential. We actively encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds and ensure reasonable adjustments are made to support candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.
We actively recruit citizens of all backgrounds, but the nature of our work in specific departments means that residency and security requirements can be more tightly defined than others. You will be asked about this throughout the recruitment process.
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We provide life-changing support, jobs and training opportunities to Service leavers, veterans, reservists and their spouses, partners and Children


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We are looking for a skilled and proactive Media & PR Manager to lead and deliver our media activity at a pivotal time for animal-free science.
This is an opportunity to shape how Animal Free Research UK is represented across national, sector and digital media. You will operate as a standalone role, responsible for building our reputation as a credible and authoritative voice on human-specific medical research, strengthening understanding of alternatives to animal testing.
Working across science, policy and communications, you will translate complex ideas into clear, compelling stories, secure high-quality media coverage, and support the organisation to respond effectively to emerging opportunities and challenges.
What you’ll be doing
- Setting direction and priorities for all media and PR activity
- Shaping how animal-free research is represented in public and policy conversations
- Building and maintaining an effective media presence, including securing coverage, developing media materials and managing media relationships
- Using judgement and insight to guide activity, including responding to media enquiries, advising colleagues and identifying opportunities and risks
What we’re looking for
We’re looking for someone who can combine strong media instincts with sound judgement and the confidence to both shape and deliver media activity in a standalone role.
You will bring:
- Proven experience in a media or PR role, with evidence of securing meaningful coverage
- Experience operating with a high degree of autonomy, setting direction and managing delivery of media activity
- Excellent writing and communication skills, with the ability to explain complex topics clearly
- Confidence in building relationships with journalists and stakeholders
- Experience handling both proactive and reactive media work
- The ability to manage multiple priorities and respond effectively under pressure
You don’t need to come from a scientific background, but you should be comfortable engaging with complex subject matter and motivated by our mission.
Why join us?
Animal Free Research UK is working to accelerate the transition to human-specific research methods that deliver better treatments for patients without the use of animals.
This role offers the opportunity to:
- Contribute to a mission-driven organisation creating meaningful change
- Work at the intersection of science, policy and public engagement
- Shape media narratives around an important and evolving area of research
- Take ownership of a key organisational function within a collaborative and supportive team
Our mission is to champion animal-free, human-specific technologies that deliver better treatments for human diseases faster.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Why Join Us
At The Care Workers’ Charity, everything we do is focused on supporting care workers across the UK. From providing crisis grants and mental health support to campaigning for a fairer future for the workforce, our work makes a real and lasting difference to people who give so much to others every day.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a small, close-knit team at a pivotal moment in our growth. You will play a central role in shaping how we tell our story, build our supporter base and deliver events and fundraising campaigns that genuinely move the dial. Your ideas will be heard, your work will matter, and you will see the impact of what you do.
You will be joining a small, friendly and supportive team where your contribution is genuinely valued and where you will have real ownership of your work.
The Role
We are looking for an experienced, driven and creative Marketing and Events Manager who brings a genuine passion for fundraising and events — and the skills to match. This is not primarily a desk-based marketing role: you will be the engine behind our events programme and a key driver of our fundraising income.
Reporting directly to the CEO, you will lead the planning and delivery of CWC’s events calendar, manage our fundraising activities, and oversee the work of the Marketing and Events Officer. You will be equally comfortable developing the strategy and getting stuck into the detail of execution.
Events will be at the heart of what you do. You will take ownership of our flagship event, coordinate a varied programme of fundraising events, sector conferences and networking activities, and ensure every event is professionally delivered and leaves supporters feeling connected to our mission. You will manage relationships with venues, suppliers and sponsors, and keep a close eye on budgets and income targets.
Fundraising will be a core focus. You will be responsible for achieving financial targets from individual and corporate fundraising, developing creative campaigns across platforms such as Enthuse and JustGiving, and building the kind of relationships with supporters and partners that turn one-off donations into long-term engagement.
Alongside this, you will lead and support the Marketing and Events Officer, ensuring our marketing output — social media, newsletters, website content and campaigns — is consistent, engaging and aligned with our strategic goals.
About You
You will have a proven track record in events management and fundraising, ideally within the charity sector. You know what it takes to plan and deliver events from first concept through to post-event evaluation, and you understand how events can drive income as well as awareness.
You will be a confident, organised and proactive person who can manage competing priorities without losing sight of quality or deadlines. You will be comfortable working independently, managing your own workload and supporting others to manage theirs.
Our ideal candidate will have:
- A proven track record in events management, with demonstrable experience of delivering fundraising income from events
- At least two years’ experience in a charity fundraising or events role
- Experience of line managing or supervising others
- Excellent relationship-building skills with sponsors, corporate partners and individual supporters
- Confidence using fundraising platforms (e.g. Enthuse, JustGiving) and CRM/database systems (Hubspot experience an advantage)
- Strong working knowledge of social media platforms, email marketing tools and website content management
- Experience managing budgets, monitoring income and expenditure, and reporting on financial performance
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- High attention to detail and strong project management skills
- Genuine enthusiasm for the charity’s mission and the people we support
Knowledge of the health and social care sector would be a distinct advantage, though not essential.
We Offer
- A salary between £32,000 and £34,000 per annum
- 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays
- A flexible, remote-working environment — you must be based in England
- A friendly, supportive team culture where your contribution is genuinely valued
- The opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of care workers across the UK
If you are ready to bring your events and fundraising expertise to a cause that really matters, we would love to hear from you.
We envision a world where care workers are recognised as skilled professionals who are valued, supported, respected and resourced to be in a strong po
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Are you an experienced and talented communications professional looking for your next challenge? Are you excited to take on a pivotal role which will shape the future of a national charity working on a key social justice issue? Can you use your expertise and experience to raise awareness of hygiene poverty, the charity’s work and bring critical supporters and stakeholders onboard? If this sounds like you and you’re motivated by improving the lives of people across the UK, we’d love to hear from you.
The Marketing and Communications Manager plays a key role in raising awareness of hygiene poverty and inspiring individuals and corporate partners to act in support of The Hygiene Bank’s mission. This role leads our communications strategy, creates compelling content, manages digital channels, secures regional and national media coverage for the charity, and supports national campaigns and events. You will have the opportunity to work with our exciting portfolio of corporate and brand partners, co-designing joint campaigns and initiatives, and positioning our communications to generate further support and income.You will also play an important role in our End Hygiene Poverty research and campaign partnership with the charity In Kind Direct.
Working collaboratively across the organisation and with external partners, the postholder ensures our brand integrity and messaging is clear, ethical and impactful, helping to amplify the voices of those experiencing hygiene poverty and strengthen engagement with volunteers, community partners, supporters and the public who share our mission to end hygiene poverty. It is a varied, creative and meaningful role which sits at the heart of our work to ensure everyone has access to the hygiene essentials they need to feel clean, confident, and connected.
The charity is at a critical point in its development as we work to become a major national voice, working closely with others to drive significant change. Our people must be excited by the potential of what lies ahead, enjoy, and thrive in, change.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Communications Plan and Implementation
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Develop and implement the annual communications and marketing plan in collaboration with senior leadership.
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Design communications which meet our objectives, with particular emphasis on raising awareness of hygiene poverty and the charity, securing the support we need and championing and celebrating our partners and stakeholders
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Ensure communications are accurate, impactful, and aligned with The Hygiene Bank’s mission, values, tone of voice and brand guidelines.
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Translate complex or sensitive issues related to hygiene poverty into accessible, compelling stories.
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Provide strategic communications support across teams and projects, including leading on National Hygiene Week, our flagship annual event and our partnerships with leading national brands, such as Boots, Unilever and smol.
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Provide communications support for our fundraising campaigns and optimise our calls to action across all media.
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Uphold high ethical and inclusive standards in all messaging and ensure our communications conform with accessibility standards.
2. Digital Strategy and Implementation
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Lead digital planning and delivery across our website, email, social media and digital campaigns.
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Manage digital advertising activity (e.g., paid social, Google Ads), ensuring strong ROI.
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Lead on the development and maintenance of our website to maximised our impact with audiences, including using SEO and traffic metrics to inform improvements.
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Oversee analytics, reporting and insight‑driven optimisation, using this to guide the work of yourself and the Communications Officer.
3. Content Creation
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Produce high quality written, visual and multimedia content for a variety of platforms – including media communications, social media, presentations and speeches and communications collateral to support all our campaigns.
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Create and update marketing collateral, including leaflets, posters and campaign toolkits.
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Manage, create and edit supporter newsletters and email communications.
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Commission and collaborate with designers, photographers and videographers and other external creative resources as required.
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Develop and hold a library of high-quality creative assets and imagery which support our proposition and share with partners and volunteers as needed.
4. Ambassadors and Influencers
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Build and nurture relationships with ambassadors, influencers and public supporters.
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Develop briefs, guidance and campaign plans for influencer activity.
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Ensure ambassador messaging aligns with organisational values and priorities.
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Identify opportunities to amplify diverse lived experiences and voices.
5. Events
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Plan and implement digital and in person events for THB audiences
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Lead promotional activity for national and regional events, campaigns and awareness moments including those with our brand and corporate partners
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Support branding and communications needs for in‑person and digital events.
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Coordinate communications for key campaigns such as National Hygiene Week and major partnership launches.
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Capture and produce event‑related content (photo, video, social).
6. External Engagement and media
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Act as the point person for our collaborative campaign with In Kind Direct (IKD) End Hygiene Poverty, coordinating joint activities and working closely with peers in the charity
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Collaborate and work with our corporate partners to produce co-branded communications and collateral which protects the integrity of our brand and aligns with our partners.
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Collaborate with sector organisations to amplify other campaigns and activities in pursuit of shared goals
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Support media relations through press releases, statements, case studies and briefing documents.
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Work with our external broadcast agency to create compelling broadcast opportunities to amplify our messaging and campaigns
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Secure local, regional and national coverage for the charity online, and in print
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Represent The Hygiene Bank in external meetings, partnerships and sector collaborations.
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Build relationships with community groups, corporate partners and volunteers.
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Provide campaign assets and messaging for partners to support wider engagement.
7. Data and Monitoring
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Monitor communications performance using analytics tools.
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Prepare monthly reports and recommendations based on performance data.
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Maintain accurate records of communications outputs, engagement and media coverage.
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Ensure GDPR‑compliant data handling and responsible content management.
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Prepare an annual review of communications and learnings as input to future plans.
8. Administration
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Manage communications timelines, schedules and project documentation.
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Coordinate with suppliers, agencies and freelancers, including managing budgets where required.
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Oversee approval processes for communications materials.
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Maintain organised filing systems and brand resources.
9. Team
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Work collaboratively across teams and with volunteers to support organisation‑wide communications needs.
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Line manage the Communications Officer, empowering and championing them in their role
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Provide guidance on messaging, brand use and digital best practice.
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Adopt a ‘can do’ and responsive attitude to requests from team members.
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Contribute to an inclusive, supportive and mission‑driven team culture.
10. Internal Communications
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Support internal newsletters, updates and team/trustee communications.
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Working with relevant colleagues, ensure staff and volunteers have consistent, clear and accessible information.
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Strengthen internal cohesion by supporting cross‑team information flow.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
With a strong alignment to The Hygiene Bank’s values, you will have:
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Outstanding written communication skills across a variety of media, from crafting social media content to producing case studies.
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A creative mindset, generating new and innovative ways to communicate our work.
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An appetite for change and continuous learning and improvement.
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Excellent organisational skills: self‑motivated, disciplined, able to work without close supervision.
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Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
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Ability to represent the charity and its mission in a clear, emotive and factual way.
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Strong interpersonal skills: able to build and nurture relationships with volunteers, corporate partners and community groups.
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An enthusiastic, can‑do attitude; a self-starter and a team player with a flair for building relationships.
This job description and person specification outlines the major components of the role but is not intended to be exhaustive.
EXPERIENCE
With a strong track record of roles in communications and/or marketing, you will be able to demonstrate:
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Proficiency in a range of communications tools, such as Canva, MailChimp, Wordpress, Google Adwords, Adobe, Microsoft Suites, Hootsuite, etc.
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Strong copywriting skills for a variety of audiences and formats.
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Ability to produce marketing and communications materials for multiple audiences across different platforms.
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Ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences and stakeholders.
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Strong IT skills including CRM systems, PowerBI, social media channels, Wordpress, Google Analytics and related tools.
Please note that applicants need to be resident in the UK and have the right to work in the UK.
The Hygiene Bank is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and values diversity of culture among our staff and volunteers. We actively welcome applications that will help increase the diversity of our workforce, welcoming applications from those with disabilities and from minority groups and from different backgrounds and experiences.
How to apply
Closing date: Thursday 30th April @9am. Please note that we are a small team and will be reviewing applications as they are received. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications are received. This is to ensure that we can manage application levels whilst maintaining a positive candidate experience. Unfortunately, once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications.
Interview dates: from 8th- 15th May 2026
We believe it is not right that feeling clean should be a luxury or a privilege for anyone in our society


The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The governance and policy manager is a senior strategic and operational role responsible for leading, coordinating, and strengthening all governance-related functions across World Physiotherapy. Reporting directly to the CEO, the role ensures the organisation consistently meets the highest standards of governance, compliance, transparency, and accountability, in line with its global mission and constitutional framework.
The postholder serves as a key advisor to the CEO, board, and leadership structures, ensuring governance systems are robust, efficient, and appropriate for an international membership organisation. The role works closely with member organisations (MOs), regions, and speciality groups to enhance governance practices, ensure policy alignment, and support coherent decision-making across the global network.
The role also contributes to organisational direction by actively participating in the development and implementation of the World Physiotherapy strategic plan and supporting alignment with regional and other strategic plans.
1. Governance leadership and oversight
- Lead, coordinate, and oversee all governance functions and activities across World Physiotherapy.
- Monitor and ensure compliance with the constitution, bylaws, policies, and applicable legal and regulatory requirements.
- Regularly review and update governance frameworks, systems, and processes to align with international best practices.
- Provide authoritative advice and interpretation on governance matters to the CEO, board, and leadership structures.
- Develop and implement governance improvement initiatives to enhance organisational effectiveness and accountability.
- Work collaboratively with the World Physiotherapy development and membership divisions to ensure organisational cohesion and effective delivery of the global mission.
2. Board and executive support
- Support and coordinate the development of high-quality board papers, briefings, and decision-support materials.
- Support the full lifecycle of board meetings, including agenda setting, documentation, logistics, and action tracking.
- Ensure timely circulation of clear, accurate, and structured information to support informed decision-making.
- Maintain and manage official governance records, including minutes, resolutions, and statutory documentation.
- Monitor follow-up actions and ensure implementation of board decisions.
3. General meeting (GM) management
- Plan, coordinate, and deliver all World Physiotherapy global and regional general meetings in accordance with constitutional requirements.
- Develop and manage timelines for GM preparation, including submission, review, and distribution of papers.
- Oversee the drafting and quality assurance of reports, motions, and official documentation.
- Ensure accurate recording of proceedings, decisions, and outcomes.
- Verify compliance with all procedural and constitutional requirements for general meetings.
4. Regional elections coordination
- Plan and oversee regional election processes, ensuring alignment with organisational rules, timelines, and standards.
- Develop and implement clear election procedures and guidance for regions in line with the constitution.
- Ensure elections are conducted transparently, fairly, and consistently across all regions.
- Provide advisory support to regional executive committees on governance and election matters.
- Maintain comprehensive records of election processes, results, and compliance.
5. Policy development and management
- Lead the drafting, review, and implementation of governance and organisational policies.
- Ensure policies are consistent, up to date, and aligned with strategic priorities and international standards.
- Provide expert policy advice and interpretation to the CEO, board, MOs, regions, and speciality groups.
- Establish and maintain systems to monitor policy implementation, compliance, and effectiveness.
6. Strategic planning and alignment
- Contribute to the development, implementation, and monitoring of the World Physiotherapy strategic plan.
- Support alignment between global strategy and regional and other relevant strategic plans.
- Provide governance input into strategic initiatives, ensuring alignment with constitutional and policy frameworks.
- Monitor and report on governance-related strategic objectives and outcomes.
7. Support to member organisations, regions, and specialty groups
- Provide expert governance and policy advice to MOs, regions, and speciality groups.
- Develop practical tools, templates, and guidance to strengthen governance capacity across the network.
- Facilitate knowledge sharing and promote best practices in governance globally.
- Respond to governance queries and provide timely, solution-oriented support.
8. Stakeholder engagement and communication
- Act as a central liaison on governance matters between the CEO, board, committees, and membership.
- Ensure consistent and transparent communication of governance processes, decisions, and requirements.
- Build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Work closely with the communications and marketing team for the delivery of all key communications.
9. Continuous improvement and risk management
- Identify governance risks and develop mitigation strategies.
- Lead initiatives to enhance governance maturity and organisational performance.
- Monitor global trends in governance and advise on relevant improvements.
- Support organisational risk management processes related to governance and compliance.
Person specification
Education and qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in law, public administration, governance, business administration, international relations, or a related field.
- Postgraduate qualification (eg master’s degree) in governance, public policy, law, MBA, or related discipline (desirable).
- Professional certification in governance, compliance, or company secretariat (eg Chartered Governance Institute or equivalent) is an advantage.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development in governance or non-profit management.
Essential experience and skills
- Extensive experience in governance, policy, or organisational management, preferably in an international or membership-based organisation.
- Strong knowledge of non-profit governance frameworks and best practices.
- Proven experience supporting boards and senior leadership.
- Experience managing complex governance processes (eg elections, general meetings).
- Excellent organisational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong written communication skills with the ability to produce high quality formal documentation.
- Ability to work effectively across diverse cultural and geographic contexts.
Desirable
- Experience working with global professional associations or health related organisations.
- Familiarity with constitutional frameworks and regulatory environments in international organisations.
- Experience engaging with stakeholders across multiple regions.
Personal attributes
- Highly organised, proactive, and detail oriented.
- Strong integrity and commitment to transparency and accountability.
- Collaborative, diplomatic, and skilled in stakeholder management.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Strategic thinker with a practical, solution oriented mindset.
Impact of the role
This role is critical to ensuring World Physiotherapy operates with excellence in governance and policy. The governance and policy manager supports effective decision-making at the highest level, strengthens organisational credibility, and contributes to a cohesive, well-governed global network aligned with its strategic objectives.
Only candidates invited for interview will be contacted.
To represent physiotherapy across the globe, advancing our profession and advocating access for all, to improve health and wellbeing.


The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job Title: Communications Manager
Location: Remote
Salary: £38,000 per annum
Reporting to: Head of Fundraising and Communications
Responsible for: Marketing and Communications Coordinator
Hours: 35 hours per week
Contract: Full time, permanent
GFS is seeking a strategic, proactive and values-led Communications Manager to lead the delivery of our communications function and elevate our profile across audiences and platforms. The role will support the shaping and delivery of a communications strategy that amplifies our voice, showcases our impact, and builds trust and engagement with our community. You’ll work across all areas of the organisation to coordinate messaging, manage risk and lead communications activity that reflects our feminist values and purpose.
The Communications Manager will oversee digital content, media relations, marketing and digital fundraising campaigns, working in close collaboration with the CEO, Leadership team and wider team. You will line-manage the Marketing and Communications Coordinator, ensuring high-quality content, storytelling and messaging are delivered consistently across all channels.
Please see the attached documents for more information and details on how to apply.
Timeline
- Closing date for applications midnight on Sunday 26 April 2026
- First stage interviews w/c 11 May 2026
- Second stage interviews TBC May 2026
How to apply
To apply for this role, please submit the following documents:
- An anonymised CV Please remove your name and any other personal identifying details.
- A personal statement Your personal statement should respond directly to the three application questions listed below. Please keep within the stated word limits.
- The optional diversity monitoring form This is not seen by the hiring panel and is entirely voluntary.
Please send all documents by midnight on Sunday 26 April 2026
Your personal statement should address the following three questions:
- GFS is a feminist, values led organisation. Please tell us about a time you shaped or delivered a communications approach that reflected specific organisational values. What was your role, what actions did you take, and what impact did it have?
(300 words max) - Describe a situation where you identified or managed a communications risk (e.g., media issue, sensitive messaging, reputational challenge). What steps did you take, who did you work with, and what was the outcome?
(300 words max) - Tell us about a digital communications or fundraising campaign you developed or led. How did you use audience insight to shape it, what channels or methods did you use, and what results did it achieve?
(300 words max)
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Trusts Fundraiser
Location: Remote – Homebased
Contract: Part Time - 25 hours per week | Permanent
Salary: £29,656.01 - £31,134.23 (Full Time Equivalent)
Deafblind UK has championed people with dual sensory loss since 1928, helping them to overcome the unique set of challenges they face. We support the rights and interests of deafblind people of all ages, in the belief that they deserve the opportunity to live their lives to the fullest, retain their independence, and be included in their local communities. Wellbeing, emotional and practical support forms the cornerstone of our support services. These services are entirely ‘bespoke’, recognising the uniqueness of every individual, and they are based very firmly on our fundamental belief that disability does not mean inability.
The Impact You'll Make
In Trusts, we secure funding to help our colleagues deliver the services described above. So, we enable our colleagues to make a very real difference to the lives of those affected by dual sensory loss. We regard that as a privilege.
What We Need
An individual who will share our view, and who can enhance our team with their experience and expertise. Someone who will bring passion, who is not afraid of hard work, and a good team player. Someone who wants to help make a difference.
What you’ll be doing
You will produce excellent and compelling funding applications, based on thorough research. You will liaise with colleagues to help construct applications. Once funding is secured, you will steward your portfolio of funders to ensure that they are well informed about our work and inclined to provide us with further support. You will ensure that records are accurately maintained on our CRM system.
You will bring to the role:
- Proven experience in Trusts Fundraising
- Demonstrable evidence of first-class writing skills, with the capacity to translate complex subject matter into a compelling, and easily understood case for support
- Good research skills, with the ability to match the organisation’s projects and strands of work with funders’ priorities
- Good organisational skills with the capacity to meet multiple deadlines
- Good admin skills, with a good eye for detail, and a commitment to 100% accuracy
What You’ll Get In Return
- A strong, supportive, productive, high-performance team
- A commitment to personal development and growth in the job
- Flexible working arrangements
- The opportunity to help make a difference on behalf of one of the most vulnerable groups in society
- 25 days annual leave plus Bank holidays (increases by a day at both 3 years of service and 5 years of service)
- Westfield Health – which includes the below:
- Cash reimbursement for a range of health-related costs that we all incur regularly, such as dental and optical costs, hospital in patient or day care, and more.
- A Doctor line giving access to a GP 24/7
- A discount scheme
- Gym membership discounts
- 24-hour employee helpline
- Workplace Pension - eligible employees are enrolled onto the workplace pension scheme
Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details.
We support people who have combined sight and hearing loss which affects their access to information, mobility and communication.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Do you want to change the world for vulnerable children?
The Consortium of Voluntary Adoption Agencies UK (CVAA) aims to improve adoption policy and practice across the UK for the benefit of children, challenging the adoption system to deliver for children and work in their best interests. Alongside advocating for system change, CVAA works to support our member voluntary adoption agencies (VAAs) across the four nations of the UK, stimulating innovation and ensuring they stay at the leading edge of practice. The active engagement of members and the building of collaborative alliances with others who seek positive change for children are essential to the effectiveness of our work.
The Head of Policy is a vital member of the small CVAA team, working closely with the CEO and Board of Trustees to champion the voluntary adoption sector and put children at the heart of everything we do. Due to maternity leave we have an exceptional and unique opportunity for someone who shares our passion to change the world for children, to gain valuable experience working at national level with senior stakeholders to contribute to system change, advocating for the power of adoption to change lives.
You will need strong people skills, experience of developing policy in consultation with stakeholders and using data to transform services and strengthen lobbying work. Most of all you need a cast iron commitment to change the world for vulnerable children.
CVAA works to challenge discrimination and disadvantage and welcomes applications from all communities, particularly those who are underrepresented in our sector, which includes but is not limited to people from Global Majority backgrounds, adoptees, men and those who identify as LGBTQ.
Key information
- Maternity Cover 1 year from July 2026
- Location - remote contract with occasional travel
- £40 – 45K depending on experience
- An enhanced DBS check is required for this role.
Applications
Please send a CV and letter of application, outlining your motivation for applying and the skills you offer, to Satwinder Sandhu (CEO) by 5pm on Friday 8th May 2026.
Both Satwinder (CEO) and Alice (Director of Strategy and Policy) are happy to have an informal chat about the role. Please email to arrange a convenient time to speak.
Initial online interviews via Microsoft Teams will be on Monday 18th and Tuesday 19th May, with final in-person interviews scheduled for Thursday 28th May 2026 in London. Please let us know whether you cannot make any of these dates in your application.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About Kinship
We are Kinship. The leading kinship care charity in England and Wales. We’re here for kinship carers – friends or family who step up to raise a child when their parents aren’t able to.
Together, let’s commit to change for kinship families.
About the role
We are the leading kinship care charity supporting more than 15,000 kinship carers across England and Wales each year. We’re here for kinship carers – friends or family who step up to raise a child when their parents aren’t able to. They care for more than 141,000 children in England and Wales, double the number in foster care, but feel isolated and need help. By supporting, advising and informing kinship carers, and campaigning together for fairer services, we are changing lives and changing the system.
Kinship’s peer support and community work, supported by Department for Education funding, helps kinship carers feel connected, less isolated and better supported by building local, carer-led peer support groups and strengthening wider community networks.
Our delivery model prioritises proactive outreach and sustainable growth through a volunteer model.
The team works in communities to bring kinship carers together, support and train volunteer group leaders, and grow groups to a point where they are sustainable and independent (ideally within 6 months). Sustainable means able to thrive without direct staff involvement or attendance. A central ‘Hub’ team then provides ongoing remote support, training and connection.
This role provides the operational grip to plan, deliver and continuously improve this work, while evidencing impact through robust data monitoring, reporting and clear storytelling.
Key responsibilities include:
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Accountable for the set-up, growth and transition of peer support groups to independence supported by the Hub, using clear milestones and support plans.
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Responsible for ensuring volunteer group leaders have high-quality training, guidance and ongoing coaching to deliver safe, supportive peer spaces.
- Responsible for embedding strengths-based, trauma-informed approaches and clear boundaries across all peer support activity.
- Responsible for managing external delivery partners or commissioned provision to support growth in specific communities, ensuring quality and delivery to agreed standards.
- Accountable for the identification and nurture of new group leaders and volunteers, ensuring groups are welcoming, accessible and inclusive.
- Accountable for ensuring a proactive outreach approach that builds relationships with kinship carers and local partners, prioritising under-served areas and communities, ensuring that learning is captured and shared across the team to build further confidence and competence in supporting under-served communities (minoritised ethnic kinship carers).
What we offer you:
- Flexible working - we understand how important it is to balance family and work life.
- 30 days annual leave, plus bank holidays (1 April to 31 March) pro rata (3 to be taken at Christmas shutdown)
- Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 confidential advice line and counselling)
- Charity Worker Discounts.
Essential requirements include:
- Experience leading peer support, community development, volunteering or relational support services at scale.
- Experience of project management.
- Experience of evaluating the impact of services and projects.
- Proven track record of growing and sustaining community-based groups or networks, including supporting leaders and volunteers to independence.
- Experience embedding strengths-based, trauma-informed approaches, with clear boundaries, risk management and inclusive practice.
Key dates:
- Application deadline: Monday 20 April 2026, 9am
- First interview: Wednesday 29 or Thursday 30 April 2026 (online)
How to apply:
Please apply for the role of Planning and Delivery Manager by sending a CV and cover letter (max 2 pages). The deadline is 9am on Monday 20 April 2026. Any applications arriving after the closing date will not be considered for shortlisting unless there are exceptional reasons.
Kinship is committed to championing equality, diversity and inclusion. We believe our work is greatly enhanced by the varied backgrounds, experiences and views represented within our teams. We aim to create inclusive teams, celebrate differences and encourage everyone to join us and be their true self at work. We therefore encourage applications from anyone who fits our values, whatever their religion or belief, sex, gender identity, race, age, sexuality or disability and are actively seeking candidates that can bring real innovation and commitment to us.
• Please tailor your CV to highlight how your experience aligns with the essential requirements for this role.
• Make sure you’ve read the job description and the essential requirements – make sure your application reflects those points in the requirements very clearly.
• Tell us why you want to work for Kinship. We’re interested in working with people who share our values. You can read about our values in the job pack.
• Keep your cover letter clear - use bullet points and short paragraphs if that helps. It will help the recruitment team to focus on your knowledge, skills and experience.
• Please do not use AI tools like ChatGPT to produce your answers. We use software to check, and your application will be rejected if you do.
We support kinship carers in their homes and communities, giving advice and helping them work through problems to find the best way forward.



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About the Role
This is a hands-on, ‑people focused, operational leadership role at the heart of our service delivery. You’ll‑ oversee multiple cancer support programmes, ensuring they run smoothly, consistently, and to the highest standards.
You will:
- Lead day-to-day operations across a portfolio of cancer support services
- Provide strong, supportive leadership to managers, coordinators, and frontline staff
- Maintain excellent relationships with Macmillan, NHS partners, ICS colleagues, and community organisations
- Ensure safeguarding, quality, and statutory compliance
- Drive performance, quality improvement, and operational excellence
- Contribute to organisational strategy and future service development
- Manage budgets, monitor risks, and support sustainable funding models
- Be an escalation point for safeguarding, operational issues, and service risks
This is a truly rewarding role where you’ll make a tangible difference to people living with and beyond cancer.
Who We’re Looking For
We’re seeking a confident, compassionate, and organised operational leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
You will have:
- Proven experience in operational leadership within health or social care settings
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills with external partners and stakeholders
- A solid understanding of safeguarding, quality assurance, and statutory regulations
- Experience of driving performance and delivering continuous improvement
- Ability to contribute to strategic planning and service development
- Financial acumen, including managing budgets and supporting sustainable funding
- Confidence acting as an escalation point for safeguarding, operational, and service risks
And you’ll be:
· Supportive, collaborative, and people-focused
· Highly organised and able to manage competing priorities
· Passionate about inclusion, equality and person-centred support
·Committed to Self Help UK’s values and mission
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About Us:
At Future CFO, we're committed to excellence in financial consulting, offering bespoke solutions to our clients who are predominantly in the not for profit and social impact space. As a forward-thinking organization, we're looking for a dynamic Finance Manager to join our senior management team. The Finance Manager will be responsible for overseeing all financial aspects of Future CFO clients. This includes financial planning, budgeting, reporting, analysis, strategic decision-making and donor reporting. The Finance Manager is responsible for managing, supervising, and directing financial activities that our charity clients buy into. Other duties include strategic support and advisory to the management personnel and their Board members ensuring finances are used beneficially, developing the financial strategy, assessing investments, and ensuring legal and regulatory compliance.
The ideal candidate will have Non Profit and NGO experience and possess a blend of strong financial accounting skills and the ability to manage complex month-end processes across clients that are based globally. The individual will possess excellent communication abilities to liaise effectively with various teams and clients. They will be confident and a self-starter with excellent people skills, possess a passion for growth and create a powerful and connected team culture.
Before you apply
We’d encourage you to take a good look through the role responsibilities and person specification before applying. This is a broad and impactful role, so we’re looking for someone who can demonstrate strong experience across many of these areas and make sure your application brings this to life. We are also open to considering contractors with equivalent experience.
Please note that this role will primarily involve working with a client based in the United States. As such, candidates must be comfortable accommodating time zone differences and working flexible hours where required to support client needs.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Planning, Budgeting & Forecasting
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Lead the annual budgeting process across all programmes and country offices, ensuring alignment with organisational strategy and funding requirements
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Develop and maintain robust financial models, including forecasts and scenario planning
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Produce regular forecasts (income, expenditure, and cash flow), highlighting risks and opportunities
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Partner with budget holders to ensure accountability and ownership of financial plans
Management Reporting & Financial Performance
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Oversee the preparation of timely and accurate monthly management accounts
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Deliver clear variance analysis with meaningful insights for decision-making
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Develop and enhance management reporting to improve visibility across programmes, grants, and geographies
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Present financial performance to senior leadership and non-finance stakeholders in an accessible way
Financial Accounting, Month-End & Audit
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Oversee and ensure timely and accurate month-end and year-end close processes
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Maintain integrity of the general ledger, including review of journals, accruals, and prepayments
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Ensure all balance sheet accounts are reconciled regularly and supported by appropriate documentation
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Lead the year-end audit process, acting as the primary point of contact for external auditors
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Prepare statutory accounts and ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and local regulations
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Continuously improve financial processes, controls, and systems
Reserves & Cash Flow Management
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Support the development and management of organisational reserves in line with policy and strategic objectives
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Monitor and manage cash flow across entities, ensuring sufficient liquidity at all times
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Identify financial risks and propose mitigation strategies, particularly in relation to funding gaps
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Provide recommendations on reserves utilisation and financial sustainability
Grant & Donor Financial Management
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Oversee financial management of grants, ensuring budgets are accurate, compliant, and aligned with donor requirements
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Support proposal budgeting in collaboration with fundraising and programme teams
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Ensure timely and accurate donor financial reporting, including variance analysis and narrative explanations
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Maintain strong oversight of grant spend, ensuring compliance with funding agreements
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Act as a key finance business partner to programme teams on grant delivery
Financial Governance & Controls
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Ensure strong financial controls and compliance with internal policies and external regulations
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Support organisational audits and ensure audit readiness across all funding streams
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Maintain and improve financial policies, procedures, and systems
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Promote best practice in financial management across country teams
Strategic Finance & Business Partnering
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Act as a strategic finance partner to country directors and senior leadership
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Provide financial insight to support organisational strategy and growth
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Strengthen financial processes, tools, and reporting in a complex, multi-entity environment
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Build financial capability across non-finance teams
Candidate Profile
Qualifications & Experience
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Fully qualified accountant (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
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Minimum 5-6 years experience in a senior finance role, ideally within the non-profit, international development, or grant-funded sector
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Proven experience managing budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes
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Strong experience of grant and donor financial management and reporting
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Experience leading month-end and year-end processes, including external audits
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Experience working across multiple entities, countries, or complex organisational structures is highly desirable
Technical Skills & Knowledge
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Strong understanding of financial accounting principles and controls
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Excellent financial modelling, budgeting, and forecasting skills
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Ability to interpret and present complex financial data clearly to non-finance stakeholders
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Knowledge of donor compliance requirements and restricted funding environments
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Experience with finance systems and advanced Excel (or equivalent tools i.e. quickbooks, xero, etc.)
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Strong understanding of cash flow management and reserves planning
Leadership & Business Partnering
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Proven ability to act as a strategic finance partner to senior stakeholders
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Experience working collaboratively with non-finance teams (e.g. programmes, fundraising, operations)
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Ability to influence decision-making through clear financial insight
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Proactive and solutions-oriented, with the confidence to challenge where appropriate
Personal Attributes
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High level of integrity and accountability
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Strong attention to detail with the ability to see the bigger picture
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Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage competing priorities
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Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
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Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment
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A collaborative and supportive team player with a hands-on approach
Desirable
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Experience in a multi-country or decentralised organisation
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Experience working with outsourced finance providers or shared service models
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Familiarity with international compliance, local regulations, and different accounting frameworks
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Interest in or commitment to the organisation’s mission and impact
What We Offer
Purpose & Impact
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The opportunity to play a key role in a mission-driven organisation, contributing to meaningful and measurable impact
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A chance to shape and strengthen financial strategy in a growing, international environment
Professional Growth & Influence
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A highly visible role with exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making
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Opportunity to lead and improve financial systems, processes, and ways of working
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Scope to develop and broaden your experience in a complex, multi-country, grant-funded environment
Compensation & Benefits
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Competitive salary
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Pension contribution for permanent staff and FTC
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Annual leave for permanent staff and FTC
Flexibility & Work Environment
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Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
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A supportive and collaborative team culture
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Commitment to work-life balance
Wellbeing & Culture
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A values-driven organisation with a strong sense of purpose
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Inclusive and diverse working environment
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Employee wellbeing initiatives and support
International Exposure
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Opportunity to work with colleagues across multiple countries and cultures
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Involvement in international programmes and funding landscapes
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Purpose of the Role:
The Senior Research, Policy and Influencing Manager will play a pivotal role in driving Cerebra’s mission to influence national and local policy and practice. You will lead on the translation of research into actionable policy recommendations, develop strategic partnerships, advocate for systemic change and influence, persuade and engage with policy makers to improve outcomes for children with neurological conditions and their families. Alongside this you will work with the Research and Information team on Cerebra’s research contracts and the development and dissemination of information.
This is a senior role requiring strategic vision, strong analytical and communication skills, and an ability to build influence across government, academia, and the third sector.
Key Areas of Responsibility:
1. Policy and Influencing
- Identify opportunities to influence national and local policy agendas, including legislation, guidance, and funding priorities related to childhood disability and neurological conditions.
- Develop accessible and compelling policy briefings, consultation responses, reports, speeches, and presentations for a range of stakeholders, including MPs, government officials, sector partners and the public.
- Monitor policy developments across the neuro-diverse landscape and lead on timely, evidence-led responses.
- Analyse data, trends and policy developments to produce insights and recommendations.
- Translate complex ideas into clear, persuasive communications that support positive change.
- Ensure our policy positions reflect the real experiences and insights of the neuro-diverse children and families we support.
- Develop and deliver Cerebra’s policy and influencing strategy, ensuring alignment with organisational goals and research priorities.
- Develop and deliver influencing campaigns in partnership with Communications team.
- Work closely with the Communications Team by contributing to the drafting of responses to media enquiries on our policy and influencing work and act as the media contact if required.
- Liaise with the Legal Rights Team to assess the impact of current or proposed policies in terms of their actual or potential effects on children with neurological conditions at both national and local levels, and for their input into consultation responses.
2. Engagement and Relationship Building
- Build and maintain strong strategic relationships with decision-makers across government departments, policymakers, NHS bodies, local authorities, professional associations, and sector partners.
- Represent Cerebra at meetings and events, including engaging with MPs, civil servants, policy forums, advisory groups, and cross-sector coalitions and other key influencers, or brief the CEO or Directors if attending.
- Work closely with internal teams to ensure our policy and influencing work is grounded in practice and informed by those delivering services.
- Work closely with the Communications Team to ensure consistent, impactful messaging.
3. Research and Information
- With one of our Lead Research Officers leading, you will oversee the tendering process and delivery of our research contracts.
- Working with our Information Development Officer to ensure that we maintain our PIF Tick accreditation for our information resources.
- Carry out high-quality research and analysis.
- Use findings from Cerebra-funded and external research to produce policy briefs, consultation responses, and evidence-based recommendations.
- Alongside our Lead Research Officers carry out horizon scanning to identify emerging trends, challenges, and opportunities in child health, neurodiversity, and public service delivery.
4. Budgeting, monitoring and forecasting
- Working with the team and Director to set income and expenditure budgets for Corporate, Philanthropy, Legacy and Trust & Foundations to assist with any funding applications.
- Monitoring and reporting on income and expenditure and KPIs throughout the year.
- Providing quarterly income and expenditure re-forecasts.
- Ensuring all relevant information is recorded in line with charity, fundraising and data legislation and best practice.
5. Line Management
- Line management responsibilities for a small team, currently comprising of 3 staff.
- Be responsible for the day-to-day management of the team.
- Complete regular supervision and team meetings.
- Provide effective performance management to the team.
- Promote a positive and inclusive team culture aligned with Cerebra’s values.
6. General
- Monitor and evaluate the impact the areas of work that leading on.
- Support collaboration across the different Cerebra teams.
- Experience using Client Relationship Management (CRM) systems or similar digital tools for recording and tracking work.
- Uphold Cerebra’s Data Protection Policy and all relevant confidentiality and safeguarding policies.
- Carry out any other reasonable duties in line with the needs of the team and organisation.
Please see attached job description for person specification.
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As a senior leader within the team, the Membership Engagement Manager will play a key role in delivering AMiE’s mission and supporting the education of mathematics across the sector.
The Association for Mathematics in Education (AMiE) supports anyone involved in mathematics education through a wide range of resources, publications, CPD opportunities and events. We shape the future of mathematics by bringing the sector together and providing a platform for a shared voice to advocate for the learning and teaching of mathematics.
Leading the development and delivery of our membership and engagement strategies, you will ensure that AMiE is focussed on the needs and wants of our members, growing and retaining members and ensuring we fulfil our aim to be a strong and cohesive platform for people across the mathematics education sector to be supported, developed and heard.
As well as taking responsibility for member recruitment and retention, you will ensure a responsive and compelling member offer and provide strong and supportive line management to our team of committed staff.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the development and delivery of AMiE’s membership and engagement strategy, ensuring growth, retention and a compelling member offer.
- Drive strategic improvements in member acquisition, retention and lifetime value, aligning services and products with member needs.
- Build an engaging, inclusive professional community by shaping the member experience and overseeing effective communication across platforms.
- Oversee the use of data, CRM systems and digital tools to enhance engagement, improve processes and deliver insight‑driven decision‑making.
- Provide strong, supportive leadership to the team, setting direction, developing work plans and fostering a positive, high‑performance culture.
What we need from you:
Essential
· Significant experience in a senior membership and/or engagement role
· Strong track record of developing and delivering membership strategies that drive growth, retention, and engagement
· Experience in using membership data via CRM systems, data tools, and digital platforms to manage member engagement activity and maximise impact and efficiency
· Line management experience, including a proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop teams
· Experience in building and managing strong relationships and working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders
Desirable
· Knowledge and understanding of the education sector
Skills and Qualities
· Self-aware and self-confident with a proactive approach to continuous development
· Excellent communication skills, including the ability to engage with a range of audiences and adapt their approach appropriately
· Excellent IT skills, including the confidence to try new digital technologies
· An approachable and supportive management style, with the ability to motivate and inspire teams and role model AMiE’s values and ways of working
· Skills to analyse data and information, identify trends and gaps, and make tangible action plans to address them
· Excellent organisational and planning skills with an agile and flexible approach
To find out more about this role and how to apply please download the Candidate Pack.
Download the candidate pack for full details of the role and how to apply.
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Job Purpose
The Research Programme Manager will have a strong grounding in scientific research, expertise in grant management, and report to the Director of Research.
The role’s core responsibility will be to lead on the implementation and delivery of large-scale collaborative programmes and funding schemes. The post holder will have a visible presence within the research community acting as an important point of contact between partner organisations, researchers, committee members, peer reviewers and the charity. They will be expected to keep updated with the latest research developments in order to use strategic scientific expertise and judgement in the ongoing development and improvement of the Foundation’s grant funding schemes.
They will be responsible for the successful delivery of a large portfolio of active projects by working closely with others in the team to ensure all awards are expertly administered, monitored, evaluated and reported against, ensuring the outputs are of the highest quality and supporting the charities activities. The post-holder will identify opportunities to communicate the progress or impact of the work we fund and work with the communications team to develop compelling communications for our supporters.
Key responsibilities:
Grant Funding Programme
● Lead on the setup of large-scale collaborative research programmes ensuring robust peer review, effective contracting and close collaboration with funding partners;
● Lead on the management of multiple grant funding schemes, as well as ad-hoc applications that come to the Foundation;
● Oversee the smooth running of application rounds, peer review and ensure that funding committees function in line with AMRC guidance;
● Be the main point of contact for the AMRC with regards to research management;
● Support the ongoing implementation and development of the Foundation’s Grant Management Software, ensuring the research team are using the platform effectively;
● Manage project set-up including contracting, the development of detailed project plans, including go/no-go milestones and budgets;
● Work with the other Research Programme Managers to oversee the research programme budget including planning, monitoring and forecasting; work with the Directors of Research and Finance to ensure that accurate research finance information is available for organisational budgeting and planning;
● Seek opportunities to improve the Foundation’s grant funding schemes to increase the number and quality of applications received year on year, ensuring funding projects support the delivery of the Foundation’s research strategy;
● Monitor any developments or innovations across the sector and implement changes to maintain a high-quality impactful research funding programme.
Project Portfolio and Impact
● Oversee the delivery of large-scale collaborative research programmes including:
- Leading on management on behalf of funding partnerships
● Manage and oversee project delivery of the Foundation’s active project portfolio by:
- Building and managing relationships with award holders and attending site visits;
- Approving grant payments and managing the change process for any project amendments;
- Ensuring project progress is effectively monitored and reported against;
- Identifying opportunities for and approving any project communications.
● Lead on the development and implementation of an Impact Evaluation Framework, to monitor and evaluate the impact of the research we fund.
● Lead on the development of an annual impact report to demonstrate the impact of the research we fund.
Line Management
● Provide line management responsibilities to the Research Officer, supporting their performance and ongoing development.
General Responsibilities
● Support the Director of Research to deliver the Foundation’s research strategy;
● Support more junior members of the team through training and mentoring;
● Contribute to the team being proactive and supportive, and working effectively and efficiently to achieve agreed objectives;
● Support the development of research communications activities, working closely with our communications team.
● Contribute to the development and maintenance of strong internal relationships across the charity, working specifically with the Fundraising Team to support income generation;
● Support the Director of Research in the development of updates for the Board of Trustees and other groups such as our Scientific Advisors;
● Keep updated with the latest scientific developments in the field, attend conferences and build strong relationships with MND experts and other relevant stakeholders;
● Represent the Foundation at external scientific meetings and conferences;
● Undertake other work as required by the Director of Research.
Skills and experience required:
● Educated to PhD level or with equivalent experience in a science subject relevant to MND;
● Experience of research management, including the management of grant schemes, preferably with experience of using Flexi-Grant;
● Experience of research communications, including the ability to disseminate complex scientific information and present it to non-technical audiences;
● Experience of liaising with senior individuals in a variety of organisations with an ability to create favourable working relationships;
● Proven project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects at the same time;
● A great communicator, with excellent written and oral skills and the ability to maintain relationships with a wide variety of individuals, including those within the Foundation, researchers and clinicians, relevant organisations and industry bodies, MND patients, and other MND charities;
● Self-motivated, proactive and able to work using own initiative;
● Organised, with a proven ability to successfully manage a broad spectrum of tasks, deadlines and individuals;
● Motivated to make a real difference for those living with MND and future generations.
Working Pattern: Full time, permanent, home-based with regular travel across the UK
Salary: Circa £45,000 dependent on experience
Direct reports: Research Officer, 1 FTE
Closing date: Friday 8th May
Interviews: Week commencing 11th May
We are My Name'5 Doddie Foundation and we're absolutely committed to our goal: A World Free of MND



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Research Grants Manager
We’re looking for a Research Grants Manager to join the team.
Applications from individuals who are seeking flexible working options, including reduced hours or job shares are welcomed.
Position: CE401 Research Grants Manager
Location: Home-based, UK nationwide however, occasional travel will be required as part of this role (may include team meetings or other work-related meetings)
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week
Salary: Circa £47,000 per annum (inner London weighting £3,950 per annum or outer London weighting £2,475 per annum may be applied in accordance to where you live)
Contract: Permanent
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: 8 May 2026. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.
Interview Date: 20 May 2026
The Role
The Research Grants Manager leads the design, delivery and governance of the Association’s research funding portfolio. The role ensures that all Association funded research schemes, including fellowships and project grants, are strategically configured, rigorously governed and effectively delivered in line with the Association’s Research Strategy.
The role will ensure that research funding schemes are aligned with external research developments and designed to maximise long-term impact. The role includes formal accountability for embedding high-quality, inclusive and structured lived experience participation within research funding processes.
The Research Grants Manager is the organisational lead for research funding operations, ensuring the Association maintains a sector-leading, transparent and strategically focused funding programme.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Lead the design and operational delivery of Association research funding, including fellowships and project grant schemes.
- Accountable for the governance of funding mechanisms, ensuring fairness, compliance with governance standards and integration within existing research management systems.
- Management of expert review and award decision processes, ensuring robust scientific assessment, transparent decision-making and strategic alignment with organisational priorities.
- Ensure consistent, high-quality and inclusive lived experience involvement within research funding processes.
- Provide authoritative insight about Association funded research to communications, fundraising, policy and service development colleagues to assist with media and fundraising opportunities.
- Contribute to effective financial planning and budget monitoring across all funding schemes, including forecasting, risk management and reporting.
About You
You will:
- Be educated to post graduate level in a science, health, social science or related discipline
- Have experience of research management in a life science setting, including management of research funding award cycles
To fulfil the role, you must be a resident of the UK and have the right to work in the UK
Please state any preferences for flexible options in your covering letter.
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.
You may also have experience in areas such as Research and Grants Manager, Research Manager, Grants Manager, Scientific Research, Health, Social Science, Social Science Research.
Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client, Not For Profit People. #INDNFP