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VOLUNTEER ROLE: PROGRAMME MANAGER – LIFE COACHING
Lead a Coaching Journey That Helps Men Grow, Heal, and Thrive
MINDSET isn’t just a charity. It’s a movement. A brotherhood. A mission to redefine what strength looks like for men across England.
We speak to men in a way that feels real — through action, honesty, challenge, and connection. No jargon. No judgment. No shame. Just real conversations, real growth, and real change.
Now we’re building a powerful new offer: A Life Coaching Programme designed to help men build clarity, confidence, purpose, and emotional strength.
And we’re looking for a Programme Manager who can bring this coaching journey to life.
If you’re someone who believes in the power of personal development, who understands the impact of coaching, and who wants to help men unlock their potential — this role is for you.
Why This Role Matters
Life coaching can be the turning point in a man’s life.
It can help him:
Break old patterns
Build new habits
Find direction
Strengthen his mindset
Improve relationships
Step into the man he wants to become
Your leadership will shape:
The quality and consistency of our coaching programme
The experience men have from their first session to their final breakthrough
The coaches and volunteers who deliver the journey
The impact we measure and the stories we share
The national rollout of a coaching model built for real men
This isn’t just programme management. This is transformation management.
What You’ll Lead
As our Programme Manager – Life Coaching, you will:
Oversee the design, delivery, and development of MINDSET’s Life Coaching Programme
Work with coaches to ensure sessions are safe, empowering, and aligned with our culture code
Support volunteers delivering coaching across multiple locations or online
Shape session structures, coaching themes, and growth pathways
Monitor engagement, outcomes, and feedback to drive continuous improvement
Ensure the programme remains action‑based, stigma‑free, and accessible to all men
Work closely with the Head of Services and leadership team to scale the programme nationally
Champion our values — honesty, courage, growth, brotherhood, inclusion, action — in every coaching interaction
You’ll be the architect of a coaching journey that helps men step into their next chapter.
Who We’re Looking For
A passion for men’s wellbeing and personal development
Strong organisational and leadership skills
Experience in coaching, mentoring, training, or programme delivery
A belief in action‑based, stigma‑free approaches
Emotional intelligence and a people‑first mindset
A commitment to inclusion, safety, and impact
The courage to build something bold, new, and needed
If you’ve ever thought, “Men deserve a space to grow — and I want to help build it,” then you already understand the heart of this role.
What You’ll Be Part Of
MINDSET is building:
Peer‑led support groups across England
Action‑based wellbeing programmes
Workshops that build resilience, confidence, and emotional strength
Talk Zones in barbershops, gyms, and workplaces
A digital platform for mental fitness and personal growth
A national movement that redefines strength, vulnerability, and brotherhood
This coaching programme will be one of our most powerful tools for change.
What You’ll Gain
This is a volunteer role — but the impact is real and lasting.
You’ll gain:
Leadership experience in coaching programme design and delivery
The chance to shape a national personal development journey for men
A powerful portfolio in wellbeing, coaching, and community impact
A supportive team that feels like a brotherhood
A role that grows with you as the movement expands
The knowledge that your work helped change — and even save — lives
If This Mission Speaks to You… Step Forward.
Men need us. Men need you. And together, we can build something powerful — something that helps men not just survive, but thrive.
Apply now. Join the movement. Reset the mindset — for others, and for yourself.
To empower men across England to take charge of their mental wellbeing and personal growth through connection, conversation, and community.
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Our vision is to help build communities that save lives and serve each other through volunteering for health and first aid.
Young people play a crucial role in helping us realise this mission. As a volunteer with our youth teams, you’ll be trained to provide our young people with both life skills and lifesaving skills – all while having great fun!
You’ll be working with our brilliant Badgers (aged 7-10) or creative Cadets (aged 11-18). You’ll also have the opportunity to design your own role, whether that involves running fun activities – such as outdoor events, summer camps and mountain adventures – or providing ‘behind-the-scenes’ support.
We are looking for people to join our youth team to help us expand the delivery of SJA's youth programme, particularly our Cadet (10-17 years) members. We currently have opportunities on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings but welcome applicants who could assist us on other days as we do hope to expand further.
We’ll offer you the chance to become a fully-fledged Youth Leader, which will mean completing extra courses in First Aid or Adventure to broaden your capacity and experience.
Would you like to volunteer once a week or once a month? That’s entirely up to you. With the constant guidance of a friendly volunteer manager and youth team, you’ll have all the support you need to make bold strides and rediscover your inner ‘big kid’.
Typically, Cadet groups meet weekly in school term-time. Full Network monthly update meetings take place on the first Monday of each month (this can be attended in person, online or viewed later).
This role is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitations Offenders Act and as such as Enhanced DBS check will be obtained.
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About Street Storage
Street Storage is a new, ambitious and innovative homelessness charity. The first of its kind in the U.K., we provide free, accessible storage for people experiencing homelessness. Founded in 2019, we have grown exponentially and have developed a strong reputation in the sector and the homelessness community.
Title: Unit Volunteer
Reporting To: Service Manager
Principle Function: To aid the team in managing people’s storage in the service.
Expenses: For travel as necessary. Normally agreed in advance.
We require volunteers for the following shifts:
Monday: 09:30 - 16:30 - ad hoc
Tuesday: 09:30 - 16:30 - regular
Wednesday: 12:30 - 16:30 - regular
Thursday: 12:30 - 16;30 - ad hoc
Friday: 09:30 - 12:30 - regular
Duration: Ongoing, with at least a 6-month commitment.
Description: The role of Unit Volunteer will be to support the Referrals and Storage Coordinator in the running of the drop in service, including the following:
Storing and retrieving luggage, including tagging people's luggage when they first come in and recording taken and added folder.
Support the service’s efforts to maintain a clean and organised space for people who use the service and staff alike.
Ensure that all individuals are treated with dignity and respect, regardless of their background or circumstances.
Skills and/or qualifications and experience required:
Ability to recognise and respond calmly to tense or escalating situations, using effective de-escalation techniques to ensure the safety and well-being of everyone.
Passion for the service and empathy for those who use it
Previous sector volunteering is desirable but not required
Training required and support offered:
Street Storage induction and training (including information provided on the history and mission of the charity/the service we provide/aims/objectives
You will receive support throughout your volunteering with the service.
We will aim to provide group Ian Bourne Aggressive Behaviour Training to develop skills working with and for a vulnerable client group
Volunteer supervisions every two months.
Please provide one reference, preferably from a previous professional or voluntary role.
We aim to (and do!) provide free, safe and accessible storage to people experiencing homelessness across the UK.



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Do you want to help the youth of today become the lifesavers of tomorrow? We're on a mission to teach young people across the country how to save lives. It's a chance for them to learn important first aid skills in a fun, friendly, and safe environment.
St John is one of the largest youth organisations in the country and many of our young volunteers go onto careers in health and/or social care.
Being a youth volunteer helps young people develop skills and confidence that go on to help them with further education and university applications. To do this we need dedicated and enthusiastic youth helpers. Do you have 2 hours in an evening, once a week during school term times to join our fun loving youth team supporting and developing our young inspirational volunteers? No matter what your interests: Crafting, Singing/Dancing, History, Science or caring for people/animals, we welcome you to join us.
Full training is provided. This is a great opportunity to develop your own skills, knowledge and build on your CV. All whilst having fun, making friends and supporting your community.
Our Badger are children aged 5-10 years of age and the Cadets are 11 – 17
If you’d like to know more about volunteering or would just like to chat to someone who does, get in touch.
As a youth helper there is a requirement for you to attend weekly meetings, at least 2 per month, during term time. Meetings will take place on Monday or Wednesday nights 19:00 to 21:00
Must be able to attend meetings and attend courses when they become available
The closing date for this advert will be 27/06/2026
Interview - dates and time, locations to be advised
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Summary
Could you combine nursing skills, compassion and faith to offer care in body, mind and spirit?
Could you support people experiencing homelessness?
Detailed description
You could be part of our exciting pilot project as a volunteer Parish Nurse offering life-transforming whole-person healthcare, working alongside Chaplains, Complex Needs and Housing Support Workers.
As a YMCA Parish Nurse you would:
Training for this role is provided by PNMUK as part of their on-going programme of support and personal development for Parish Nursing nationally. The next course is 15-17th November with follow-up online sessions.
This project is being developed and lead by One YMCA’s Chaplaincy Team, together with our Medium Complex Intensive Support Service (MCISS) and supported by Parish Nursing Ministries UK (PNMUK).
The Chaplaincy Team offer life-transforming spiritual care and pastoral support. For us Chaplaincy is about journeying with people, inspired by the life, example and teaching of Jesus. Our vision for Chaplaincy is to see even more of our service users and staff thriving through experiencing the love of God for themselves. Following a re-shaping of our work, Chaplaincy is now part of the newly formed Christian Mission team, which is at the heart of this growing charity.
YMCA enables people to develop their full potential in mind, body and spirit. Inspired by and faithful to our Christian values, we create supportive, inclusive, and energising communities where young people can truly belong, contribute, and thrive.
What volunteers need Disclosure and Barring Service
What we will provide to volunteers
Reimbursement of costs Extra support
One YMCA's mission is to create supportive and energizing communities where young people can belong, contribute, and thrive.
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We are looking for the 'practical hands' to help our families reclaim their childhood. From bubbles to gloop to water trays, you’ll help toddlers explore the world through sensory fun! Expect giggles, creativity and plenty of foam! This will be an ad hoc role on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays.
We are seeking a diverse, proactive team of volunteers to support a 6-week summer programme (July 20 – Aug 28) across three refuge houses. Our mission is to rebuild parent-child bonds and bring joy back into childhood for families recovering from domestic abuse. You will be volunteering alongside the Children Family workers throughout the summer, and will be invited to join an end of summer party.
What you will be doing
The skills you need
What's in it for you
We deliver services across London as well as campaign and advocate nationally on the issues that affect the people we work with.



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Thames Reach is a leading London-based charity with a particular focus on rough sleeping, and helping people who are, have been, or are at risk of rough sleeping to find decent homes, build supportive relationships and lead fulfilling lives. The charity provides innovative services aimed at preventing rough sleeping, intervening where people are sleeping rough, and helping people to recover from the impact of life on the streets. As well as street outreach work, our services include tenancy support, emergency shelters, day services, hostels and accommodation, and help with health and employment. We work across London and the South East.
Thames Reach is a strong organisation that is growing in response to need. Our services are rooted in our understanding of the issues surrounding street homelessness, and we use this understanding to influence decision making at a local, regional, and national level. We have an excellent reputation for effective service delivery, working with people who may have very high levels of need, and using our experience of delivering services to develop and improve our approach. The majority of our services are delivered to local and regional authorities on a contract basis and we understand that our continued effectiveness requires us to sustain and develop our financial viability; and to retain and grow our excellent employees and volunteers.
We have just over 400 employees and around 150volunteers, and our organisational turnover is around £28 million per annum.
We have an effective and long-standing non-executive Board with a wealth of relevant experience in both the public and commercial sectors. They provide valuable support to the Executive team, as well as attending around five Board meetings every year, sitting on one of the three Board sub-committees (Finance, Audit and Fundraising; Services; Governance and People) that meet around four times a year. Board members are also asked to participate in an annual away day, usually in the autumn, with separate preparatory visits to our services.
We are now looking for up to three new members. As well as interest in and commitment to ending street homelessness as a board member and the ability and interest in providing strategic oversight for the organisation, we are hoping to recruit members with specific skills in the following areas:
People/ Human Resources
Candidates with current understanding of the recruitment, management, retention and development of staff (and volunteers) in an organisation of Thames Reach’s size.
Lived experience
Candidates with lived experience of street homelessness and/or service use (for example substance misuse or mental health services), and an understanding of how this lived experience can improve and develop services.
Finance/accounting
Candidates with knowledge of financial management in medium large complex organisations, particularly those with knowledge of Charity Statement of Recommended Practice (SORP) requirements.
Communications
Candidates with current knowledge of approaches to internal and external organisational communication, with understanding of both conventional and new media.
Thames Reach is committed to achieving a diversity that reflects the communities we serve. We value, respect, and celebrate diversity. We welcome and encourage applicants from all sections of the community regardless of their history of homelessness, sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, or religious belief. We particularly welcome applicants who may have experience of homelessness and/or of using services that support people with complex support needs.
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Job Title: Talent Enablement
Location: Remote
Department: People & Culture
Reports To: Manager: Talent Enablement
About QuilomboUK
QuilomboUK is a visionary organisation committed to advancing diversity, equity, inclusion (D&I), and social justice. Rooted in a People First philosophy, we strive to create workplaces where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. Join our People & Culture team to drive meaningful change through equitable HR practices and a culture of belonging.
Role Overview
As a Talent Enablement professional at QuilomboUK, you will support the planning, coordination, and delivery of training programmes that enhance employee skills and organisational development. You will help prepare training materials, assist with training sessions, track attendance and progress, and maintain accurate training records. Working closely with the Talent Enablement Manager and Team Leader, you will also manage shared inbox enquiries, contribute to team coordination, and provide reports on training activities, helping promote a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.
Key Responsibilities
Talent Enablement - Specialist / Coordinator/ Assistant
Prepare training materials for training sessions
Tracks training attendance and progress
Provide support in conducting training sessions
Respond to the shared inbox emails appropriately.
Send daily report to Team Leader/ Manager
Qualifications
Skills:
Strong knowledge of UK employment law and ER best practices.
Ability to navigate sensitive conversations with empathy, discretion, and cultural competence.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for policy drafting and stakeholder guidance.
Proficiency in HRIS systems and case management tools.
Knowledge: Understanding D&I frameworks, restorative justice principles, and trauma-informed HR practices.
Alignment: Commitment to QuilomboUK’s mission and passion for social justice.
Personal Attributes
Fair-minded and principled, with a strong ethical compass.
Collaborative team player who builds trust with employees and leaders alike.
Proactive problem-solver who balances empathy with organisational needs.
Resilient under pressure, with the ability to manage multiple priorities calmly.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Job Description
We are looking for a Volunteer Creative Storyteller to help create meaningful written content that supports our campaigns, fundraising and community engagement.
You will help turn complex and sensitive topics into clear, respectful stories that raise awareness and encourage people to support our mission. This role works closely with the Digital Marketing Director and Digital Marketing teams to create content for social media, websites and digital campaigns.
The role focuses on ethical storytelling, clear communication and helping build the organisation’s public voice.
Key Responsibilities
What We’re Looking For
What You’ll Gain
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We are looking for Welcome volunteers to staff the welcome desk and be first point of contact for our visitors. Our volunteers play an important and valuable role in our cathedral community. Volunteering can be a wonderful way to find a sense of purpose and belonging. You can use your skills, build your confidence and develop as part of a supportive and caring team. You’ll have the opportunity to work in an exciting and vibrant place of Christian worship, surrounded by beautiful architecture and our world-famous stained-glass windows.
Our volunteers come from a variety of backgrounds and each person has their own reasons for wanting to volunteer. We welcome applications from anyone interested in being a part of what we do, and will work with you to ensure that your volunteering experience is as inclusive and accessible as possible.
Our volunteers need to be sympathetic to our vision, mission and values, but you do not need to be a Christian to join our team.
Tasks include:
· To greet visitors entering the cathedral and offer a first-class welcome
· To open positive conversations and demonstrate the welcoming nature of the cathedral
· To provide information and signpost as requested by the visitor, details and basic history of the cathedral, location of toilets etc.
DBS Check and Training to be completed / provided:
Ensuring the safety of everyone who comes into the cathedral is Birmingham Cathedral Chapter’s highest priority. All volunteers must also complete our Safeguarding training before they can start working with us.
What this volunteering opportunity will provide you with:
Depending on the nature of the volunteering role you undertake with us, we may need to carry out an Enhanced Disclosure in accordance with the Disclosure and Barring Service Rules.
All information provided by volunteers with be held in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation within the Data Protection Act 2018.
Birmingham Cathedral is a Christian Church of the Anglican Communion and the seat of the Bishop of Birmingham. As the Church of England cathedral chur
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Using Anonymous Recruitment
This organisation is using Anonymous Recruitment to reduce bias in the first stages of the hiring process. Submit your application as normal and our system will anonymise it for you. Your personal information will be hidden until the recruiter contacts you.
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Volunteer Opportunity: Support Our 55+ Community Programme
Are you passionate about supporting older adults and making a positive impact in your local community?
Queen’s Crescent Community Association (QCCA) is seeking dedicated volunteers to join our vibrant 55+ Programme in the heart of Camden.
QCCA is one of London’s most active and inclusive community centres, offering a wide range of free activities and support services for older residents (55+). Since 2002, our mission has been to help build a happier, healthier, and more connected community—especially within one of Camden’s most deprived neighbourhoods.
What We Offer – Weekly Activities
As part of our commitment to improving wellbeing, reducing isolation, and encouraging meaningful engagement, we run a variety of sessions each week, including:
Volunteer Role
We are looking for friendly, enthusiastic volunteers who enjoy socialising and building rapport with older people. Key responsibilities may include:
This role is ideal for anyone who enjoys connecting with people, contributing to the community, or gaining experience in a supportive charitable environment.
If you have a particular skill or hobby you would love to share (art, music, movement, crafts, language, etc.), we would be delighted to explore incorporating it into our activity timetable.
Volunteer Hours (Options)
This is a voluntary role.
Activities run Monday to Friday, and each session lasts 2–3 hours. Volunteers can choose the days and sessions that best suit their availability.
Volunteer Benefits
By joining us, you will gain:
Application Process:
When you reach out, we’ll begin with a warm introductory phone call and welcome you to visit our centre. If you choose to start volunteering with us, we’ll guide you through a full induction and organise your DBS check.
Interested? Get in Touch!
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About us: GT Scholars is a charitable social enterprise that tackles educational inequality by giving ambitious young people the support, skills and strategies they need to achieve aspirations. We run a wide range of programmes that help young people achieve their academic and career aspirations, particularly those from less-privileged backgrounds.
What makes us different? We run tutoring, mentoring & career insight programmes that help our scholars, aged 11-18, discover their strengths, develop their mindsets and design their own futures.
There are many charitable organisations and social enterprises offering programmes to improve the life chances of young people.
However, our programmes use a unique 3:1 model which means that we’re able to sustainably use our profits to provide additional places on our programmes, to young people from low income homes.
We believe that all young people are gifted and talented, regardless of their background.
Our mission is to empower and develop the next generation of leaders and change-makers and we’re looking for volunteer tutors that are passionate about making a difference in young people’s lives!
If you are an undergraduate or graduate, you could make a difference by joining us as a volunteer tutor. As a volunteer tutor, you’ll need to:
Have a passion for helping children and young people
Provide online one-to-one tutoring support for 1 hour week
Build pupil confidence in Maths.
Have strong subject knowledge (confident enough to tutor up to GCSE)
Work collaboratively with other tutors and mentors
Have a minimum of an undergraduate degree or be working towards this
Volunteer tutoring can be extremely rewarding and volunteers with GT Scholars benefit from:
A flexible schedule - you can choose online tutoring hours to suit your schedule
The chance to grow your contacts and meet like-minded volunteers
The chance to make a real difference in the life of a young person.
Additional information: We’re looking for tutors that can commit to a minimum of 2 academic terms of volunteering.
We will need to conduct reference checks and you will need an Enhanced DBS for this role as you will be working directly with children. We can process this for you or you may submit one if this is less than 3 years old.
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About The Role
At tWWT we believe that the best way for people to understand and connect to wetlands is to experience them. Your role will bring awe-inspiring nature up close, directly shaping our visitors’ unforgettable experiences. We are looking for a friendly, outgoing person who can provide a warm welcome and interact with visitors through the use of props and talks.
About You
No previous experience is required as training will be provided. However this role will suit you if you have a love of wildlife and the outdoors and are:
About Us
We’re WWT, and we’re on a mission to restore the super-powered ecosystems we call wetlands. There’s never been a more important moment for our work, and we’ve got some phenomenal people on the case.
Whether they’re taking a new visitor under their wing, or conducting ground-breaking research further afield, our team are second to none. And there’s nothing we love more than watching them soar.
Whatever you do here, you’ll be helping to restore wetlands and unlock their power. So, the only question left is, what role will you play?
Why you'll love volunteering at WWT
Restore Wetlands and Unlock their Power



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Location: Remote
Type: Freelance with potential to grow
We are looking for a creative and strategic Social Media Manager to join our team and support the growth of an exciting lifestyle and wellness brand. This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in building and managing the digital presence of a brand that blends health, wellness, community, and lifestyle.
What You’ll Do
Develop and implement a results-driven social media strategy across platforms (Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, LinkedIn, Pinterest)
Create engaging, on-brand content (graphics, captions, reels, stories) to drive awareness, engagement, and conversions
Manage content calendars, ensuring consistent posting and alignment with campaigns
Monitor analytics and deliver insights to continuously improve performance
Engage with the community — responding to comments, messages, and building relationships with followers and influencers
Stay up to date with trends in wellness, lifestyle, and digital media to keep the brand relevant and ahead of the curve
What We’re Looking For
Proven experience in social media management (agency or brand side)
Strong understanding of wellness, lifestyle, and community-driven content
Proficiency with tools such as Canva, Meta Business Suite, Later/Buffer, or similar
Excellent copywriting skills and a good eye for design and brand storytelling
Ability to analyse metrics and translate them into actionable strategies
Creative thinker, highly organised, and able to work independently
Nice to Have
Experience with influencer outreach and partnerships
Paid ads management (Meta, TikTok, Google)
Interest in health, wellness, or lifestyle sectors
Why Join Us?
You’ll be joining a dynamic team at an exciting time of growth, with the chance to make a real impact in shaping the voice and presence of a wellness brand that is gaining traction in both the UK and US markets. This is not just about managing social media — it’s about being part of a mission-driven movement that inspires healthier, more abundant living.
Note : This is a voluntary position for women only under the provisions of the Equality Act (2010), Schedule 9, Part 1. Such positive recruitment action is justified whenever it is a proportionate means of achieving a legitimate aim.
The Abundant Woman empowers women with support, wellness, and community, fostering resilience and sisterhood for abundant, fulfilling lives.
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About Quilombo UK
Quilombo UK is a social justice organisation dedicated to inspiring individuals to "See, Think, Behave and Speak Differently" about equality, diversity, and inclusion. We create engaging experiences—ranging from our Beyond Bias training to our "Voices for All" podcasts—that raise awareness and empower unheard voices within our diverse communities.
While we host the Professional Development Programme (PDP) to support career changers and newcomers to the UK, the Bid Writing department operates as a core strategic function focused on the long-term financial sustainability and growth of the organisation's mission. This role is essential for securing the resources required to tackle discrimination and support equality across all our platforms.
Head of Department (Bid Writing)
The Opportunity
This position offers a significant career step-up, providing experience in managing high-stakes fundraising and income-generation strategies within a social justice framework. In this Head of Department capacity, you will gain the leadership credentials and strategic oversight necessary to advance your professional trajectory while ensuring the financial sustainability of our mission to empower unheard voices.
Role Purpose
The Head of Department (Bid Writing) sits between Directors and Managers, turning high-level income-generation goals into a clear, deliverable bid-submission pipeline. You own the direction, research structure, and delivery control of the department to ensure that all grant applications, tenders, and funding proposals are submitted with high quality, accuracy, and pace.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Pipeline Planning: Turning Director funding objectives into a practical calendar of bid submissions, including research phases, drafting cycles, and submission deadlines.
Manager Leadership: Coaching Bid Managers to coordinate research and evidence-gathering effectively, ensuring all proposal components are visible in MeisterTask.
Assurance & Quality Control: Reducing rework by refining the "case for support" and ensuring all bids are proofed against funder requirements before reaching the final sign-off stage.
Director Reporting: Providing weekly reports on the bid pipeline (submitted, pending, and upcoming), WIP status, and risks to funding timelines.
Culture & Standards: Ensuring all proposals align with Quilombo UK’s tone, values, and professional communication standards.
Additional Professional Benefits
Career Development: A full CV and profile review conducted by our Talent Acquisition and Learning & Development teams.
Operational Support: Access to the services of the Legal, HR, PR, and Graphic Design teams for up to 10 hours per month for professional or departmental support (e.g., legal review of contracts or graphic design for proposal decks).
Proactive Recruitment: Use of the Talent Acquisition team to actively search out new roles and opportunities via industry portals and LinkedIn.
Requirements
Proven experience in bid writing, grant applications, or technical writing.
A portfolio of successful funding bids, tenders, or professional writing samples / CV.
Familiarity with research methodologies and project management software (such as MeisterTask).
Flexibility and openness to work on a variety of funding streams (trusts, foundations, and government tenders).
Focused, organised, and able to prioritise complex tasks under tight deadlines.
To show professionalism at all levels and in all environments.
Strong team player with the ability to lead through others.
Excellent written communication skills with a keen eye for detail.
Degree in English, Creative Writing, Business, or a related field is a plus.
This is a 100% remote-only position.
Desirable
Committed to working with the community with a passion for helping others less fortunate.
Selection Process
Informal interview.
Requirement of two professional references.