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We are a Kingston-based social marketing enterprise using creative thinking to build community cohesion.
We aim to attract knowledgeable individuals encouraging different cultures to unite which enables us to share and celebrate essential lessons.
Partnering with local organisations, we put on programmes of training, workshops and other events that promote unity and tolerance.
We conduct research to support our cause to challenge preconceptions around race and stereotyping. As well as delivering workshops on unconscious bias in the workplace.
Join us in leading positive change!
Quilombo UK is looking for an experienced Research Assistant, who would love to join a growing organisation.
The Research Assistant role offers a great opportunity for the right person who is looking to:
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Gain experience in the Third Sector.
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Develop their skills and management experience; or just simply 'give something back to their community'.
The role provides you with flexibility and autonomy at work. Where necessary, specific training will also be provided to help you develop and grow your skill set.
Main Responsibilities
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Since its creation, Quilombo UK has collected a great amount of information, evidence and items through projects, fundraisers, events etc.
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We are looking for a team member to find published materials related to Quilombo UK key objectives and interests, especially cultural and racial diversity, and stereotypes in UK communities. The materials include all types of evidence, articles, journals, newspaper columns, local and global news stories.
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The researcher will help to collect information that can be used as an evidence base to help inform future activities, and also in exhibitions, workshops, and community events.
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We are looking for a self-starter who can source, collect, and share relevant materials independently. You will also be working closely with our Professional Development Programme participants in relevant areas such as Marketing and PR.
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Provide written reports as and when required. To undertake additional duties as required for the role.
General tasks
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Contribute to staff meetings and other internal meetings with views and suggestions etc.
Essential:
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You will need to have good written skills and be able to explain concepts and projects concisely and accurately.
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You will be self-starting and willing to research the various projects that we have carried out and catalogue all the evidence collected.
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You will need to have good communication and team-working skills as you will be working closely with Marketing & PR and other members.
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Committed to working with the community with a passion for helping others less fortunate.
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Be computer literate - a good understanding of Microsoft Word is essential and Excel skills are beneficial although support from other members will be provided if necessary.
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To show professionalism at all levels and in all environments
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Be a strong team player.
Desirable
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Committed to working with the community with a passion for helping others less fortunate.
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Proficiency in Microsoft and Excel
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Can work without much supervision.
The Professional Development Programme with Quilombo UK runs over a period of 16 weeks, is UNPAID and requires a minimum of 12 hours commitment per week across Monday, Wednesday and/or Friday.
Upon successful application, our HR team will contact you to arrange an interview. Following a successful interview, we'll initiate the onboarding process by sending you the necessary documents. Once your onboarding and identification documents are received and verified, you'll be invited to a 6-hour HR and System Induction. Subsequently, you'll meet with your Head of Department or Assistant Manager for your First Day.
QUILOMBO UK is dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace environment that values diversity and promotes equality for all employees. As part of our commitment to upholding these principles, we adhere to the guidelines outlined in the Equality Act 2010. We firmly believe in creating a workplace where all individuals are respected and treated fairly. Discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
United Nations CSO, Centre for Big Synergy, seeks a Partnerships Advisor/Lead to lead strategic partnerships for various educational and creative programs including the World's biggest sustainability film festival and awards.
What will you be doing?
This is an opportunity to build a very high profile network for furthering your career and also to gain professional esteem and presence.
Big Syn Institute (BSI) is a part of the Centre for Big Synergy and has been organising the Big Syn International Film Festival (BSIFF) since 2019.
The partnerships lead will work closely with senior leadership to identify and engage in commercial and strategic relationships with key partners, both online and offline, for the activities of BSI, London for various creative projects it runs including the World's Biggest sustainability film fest & awards.
Since 2019, the Big Syn Institute has hosted the festival has reached over 50M people and in over 120 countries. Through relevant shorts, features, animations, documentaries, CSR videos and Public Service Videos, Charity films, the festival advocates the United Nations 17 Global Goals and also celebrates the work of UK's marginalised filmmakers.
OSCAR, BAFTA and EMMY award-winners, as well as other luminaries from film and media, sustainability, and policy have been part of the festival and have supported it since inception. Winners from the festival have eventually won OSCARS and EMMY awards
We are looking for a motivated networker with a can-do attitude who enjoys networking and establishing relationships. The partnerships manager, working closely with our team must be able to:
- Identify, cultivate, and secure high‑value funders, corporate patrons, and philanthropic partners.
- Build and manage a robust pipeline of investors, donors, and strategic collaborators.
- Develop compelling partnership propositions, sponsorship decks, and investment narratives tailored to each stakeholder.
- Lead negotiations and close partnership agreements that advance the institute’s creative, cultural, and educational objectives.
- Work closely with executive leadership to align partnership strategy with the institute’s mission and long‑term vision.
- Collaborate with programming, marketing, legal, and finance teams to deliver high‑impact partnerships.
- Monitor industry trends, funding landscapes, and corporate CSR priorities to anticipate new opportunities.
- Take ownership as one of most important people associated with the BSI's activities, festivals and awards
- Think strategically to identify and establish new partnerships whilst exploring new engagements with the existing partner network
- Communicate with a very high professional standard with the leadership of partner organisations, some being the biggest corporations in their sector
- Maintain a database with existing and new partnerships and updates on progress made
- Explore ideas, both in house, and with potential and new partners, to come up with creative ideas of collaboration to further common goals
What are we looking for?
A committed and meticulous person, passionate about making the world a more sustainable, safer and peaceful place
- Proven experience: 3 or more years of communicating and working with senior leadership across organisations and identifying potential partners and stakeholders
- Strategic Relationship Builder: able to cultivate trust with senior executives, philanthropists, brand leaders, and industry stakeholders.
- Commercially Astute: understands how funding, sponsorship, and co‑financing models work across film, culture, and corporate CSR.
- Compelling Communicator: exceptional written and verbal communication, able to craft persuasive pitches, proposals, and partnership narratives.
- Diplomatic and Credible: carries themselves with the gravitas needed to represent an institute in high‑level settings.
- Creative Thinker: able to design partnership concepts that feel fresh, mutually beneficial, and aligned with the institute’s mission.
- Resilient and Proactive: comfortable navigating long sales cycles, complex stakeholders, and shifting industry landscapes.
- Highly Organised: manages pipelines, reporting, and stewardship with precision.
- Mission‑Driven: genuinely committed to the cultural, educational, or social purpose of the institute.
What difference will you make?
Billions of people globally, are unaware of the UN's Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) let alone take any steps to create a more sustainable world for themselves and in the process for others in this complexly interconnected world.
This highlights the need for such initiatives to educate the British as well as global societies about the UN SDGs. Your contributions can educate and inspire millions to act on the SDGs and bring positive changes that will impact all of us in this complexly interconnected world.
Most importantly your efforts will ensure that the film festival and the UK's marginalised filmmakers (LGBTQI+, women, disabled and ethnic minorities) get even more visibility, thus furthering the motto of the festival to celebrate inclusion and diversity whilst inspiring the civic society to act on the Global Goals. It will also help partner organisations join forces and work in synergy to amplify the impact of the initiative through communal as well as individual efforts. Thus, benefitting more lives that we would have helped acting alone.
Non Charity Employer
11 - 20
Our mission: Facilitate the responsible creation and evolution of products, practices and policies.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Trustee – Ukrainian Institute London
Ukrainian Institute London (UIL) is an independent charity dedicated to advancing public education in the United Kingdom by broadening knowledge and understanding of Ukraine. It champions Ukrainian culture and shapes the conversation about Ukraine in the UK and beyond, bringing together experts, creatives, policymakers, and active citizens to explore Ukrainian perspectives on global challenges. Through its programme of public events, projects, educational courses, and digital content, UIL works across the fields of arts, culture, language, and current affairs. The UIL highlights Ukraine’s expertise and experience to emphasise the urgency of international solidarity in support of democratic security in Europe and beyond.
UIL is seeking to appoint two new Trustees. As a Trustee, you will help shape the strategic direction of the organisation, ensure strong governance, safeguard UIL’s independence and integrity, and support its long-term sustainability. Trustees also act as ambassadors for the Institute, helping to build relationships, raise our profile, and support funding and partnership opportunities.
We are particularly interested in candidates with experience in one or more of the following areas:
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knowledge of Ukraine and its place within wider European and international cultural contexts;
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fundraising and income generation, including trusts and foundations, major donors, corporate sponsorship, or individual giving;
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developing or supporting fundraising strategies;
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charity governance and trustee experience;
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arts, culture, heritage, or international cultural relations;
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finance, law, organisational development, or strategy;
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communications, marketing, partnerships, or audience development;
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digital engagement and organisational sustainability.
We value a wide range of perspectives and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.
Time commitment:
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Four Board meetings per year, each approximately 2 hours, plus preparation time.
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Review and input into key governance documents, such as the Annual Report.
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Fundraising support, including meetings with potential donors and strategic advice to the Director and the UIL operations team.
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Attendance at key UIL events, where possible.
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Representation of the UIL at occasional meetings with partners or public-facing events.
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Occasional ad hoc engagement, such as strategic advice on issues within the individual trustee’s area of expertise.
Overall, the commitment is expected to average approximately 1-2 days per month (which includes attendance at UIL events) and can easily fit in with other commitments.
This is a voluntary and unpaid role. Expenses are not reimbursed.
This is an opportunity to play a meaningful role in strengthening a leading cultural charity and supporting its mission to promote Ukrainian culture, knowledge, and dialogue in the UK and beyond.
How to apply
Please read the Trustee Role Description before submitting your application.
To apply, please complete the online application form and upload your CV (PDF format). We do not require a separate covering letter.
CV Submission
Please upload your CV as a PDF file:
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Saved using your full name (e.g. Firstname_Lastname_UIL_Trustee.pdf)
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Including your full contact details, including phone number
Key dates
Closing date for applications: 31 March 2026
Interviews: April 2026
We aim to appoint at least one trustee by 15 April 2026.
Please note
Files submitted will be used solely for recruitment purposes.
All application materials will be handled in accordance with data protection requirements and deleted after the recruitment process has concluded.
You will receive confirmation once your application form has been submitted successfully.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.