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Claudia Jones organisation (CJO) Is looking to appoint a highly skilled Executive Director with experience of working in the Voluntary/Community sector to support the development of the organisation. This is a key appointment funded for 1year.
CJO is one of the few small Black lead charities in London, enhancing the quality of life for African Caribbean Women and Families. Founded in 1982 at the request of Caribbean women, CJO delivers family-centred services for women with children 0-16yrs, Gender- based violence support, connections for older people, health and wellbeing activities, counselling and therapeutic interventions to inspire and empower African Caribbean heritage women and families.
Reporting to the board of directors/trustees, the Executive Director will oversee the strategic and operational efficiencies of our programmes and staff. This experienced leader will not only understand the working of the voluntary/community sector but also have experience in developing and implementing a successful fundraising plan. Experience of hiring and managing staff is essential and establishing relationships with local community groups is a plus. Most importantly, the Executive Director should be highly effective in a Leadership role that requires clear communication skills and decisiveness. It is important that the post holder embraces our community -based broader philosophy of investment in our community.
Note: Considering the nature of work and focus of the Claudia Jones Organisation, the organisation considers the candidate’s race and gender, to be an occupational requirement in accordance with Paragraph 1, Schedule 9, of the Equality Act 2010. Black and ‘Minority Ethnic’ Women only need apply (Schedule 9, Part 1, 158 and 159 Equality Act 2010). We are an Equal Opportunities employer
Objectives of this role
- Support the development and cultivation of an active and engaged Board of trustees, standing and advisory committees
- Work closely with the Board/Trustees and committees to assess and address issues affecting the organisation
- Identify, engage leverage and cultivate community resources, influence and connections to further the initiatives and mission of the organisation
- Oversee daily operations of the organisation, providing executive direction for programmes, strategies and efficiencies, compliance and quality assurance
- Identify and address staffing requirements for efficient operations, and maintain a strong work culture that attracts and retains people while driving the organisation’s mission
- Increase awareness of the organisation by being the main spoke person of the charity for external communication, both verbally and written
- Develop capital and operating budgets for assigned programmes, planning for short and long-term program needs
- Comply with all national and local regulations
Responsibilities
- Create business plans to achieve goals and objectives and presenting to the board/trustees for approval
- Meet annual fundraising goals in partnership with colleagues/staff team to obtain financial support from grant giving organisations, foundations, statutory organisations, cooperations and other funding sources
- Work with Staff and Board/trustees on other annual community initiatives, programmes and all external communications, including website, newsletters, promotional materials including the media
- Serve as the face of the organisation and participate in external events to increase visibility, credibility and market brand, and develop strategic partnership to further increase community awareness and expand programmes
- Build and lead an effective team that’s dedicated to fulfilling the organisation’s mission through highly successful programmes, community engagement and fundraising
- Manage staff members, volunteers and clients whose experience, cultures and languages reflect the community served by the organisation
Required Skills and Qualification
- Five or more years of experience in senior management preferably with a Charity
- Strong experience in public relations, marketing and fundraising
- Knowledge of leadership and management principles for voluntary/community sector
- Proven success working with a board of directors/trustees
- Innovative approach to business planning
- Dynamic and charismatic team player who enjoys being the public face of the organisation
Preferred Skills and qualifications
- Degree (or equivalent) in business, human resources or finance
- Experience in managing budgets
- Exceptional verbal, written and visual communication skills
- Experience in community engagement and volunteer development
- Experience in working in a cross functional and complex reporting environment
JOB SPECIFICATION
Essential
- At least 5 years relevant experience of managing a charitable organisation.
- Demonstrable senior leadership and strategic management
- Demonstrable passion for, or commitment to, the work of CJO
- Good understanding of the charity sector’s regulatory frameworks and legislation.
- Experience of building positive working relationships and managing teams/performance.
- Good judgement and able to act decisively
- Collaborative, open and able to constructively challenge and inspire
- In-depth knowledge of managing family support and VAWG/GBV services that includes children and young people
- Experience of working in and managing organisational change and development
- Experience of working with consultants and contractors
- Demonstrable experience of working in the sector and understanding of the challenges of the African Heritage women and family
- Demonstrable experience of successful fundraising from a range of sources including trust and foundations and maintaining relationships.
- Substantial experience of budget management and financial accountability at £150K and above.
- Experience of managing a varied and demanding workload
- A credible and inspiring communicator and negotiator
DESIRABLE
- Experience of gaining quality marks for services.
- Experience of using case management systems.
- A good understanding of GDPR.
APPLICATION GUIDANCE
- Following the points above will assist you to demonstrate your suitability for the role and assist the panel in ensuring an accurate assessment of your application.
- Respond to each person specification point in order when completing your supporting statement
- Provide practical examples of how you meet the criteria where possible. Examples can be from paid / voluntary roles / your life experience.
HOW TO APPLY
Candidates are asked to submit:
- a CV of no more than 2 sides of A4, font size 12
- a Supporting Statement of no more than 3 sides of A4, font size 12
- Our completed Equality & Diversity Form
Closing Date & Time: 29th May 2026
Interview Date: Interviews are expected to take place in person On 08th June, 2026
If you have not received a response to your application within 21 days of the closing date you can assume your application has not been successful on this occasion.
Should you be successful, two satisfactory References from previous employers are required and an Enhanced DBS check.
CJO is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
All candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK.
We will only be able to contact shortlisted candidates.
Claudia Jones Organisation was established in 1982. Primarily the organisation supports and empowers women and families of African Caribbean heritage
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As Commercial and Legal Support Officer you will provide practical, hands-on legal and contract support across the organisation and contribute to meeting objective as we implement a new, temporary structure as part of a planned sabbatical. This is an opportunity to help colleagues manage legal risk well, improve how we work with third parties, and ensure the charity can deliver timely, proportionate support across a varied and busy portfolio of activity.
You’ll provide practical legal and commercial support across the organisation, focusing on contract review, negotiation and day-to-day advice. This includes supporting a range of agreements (e.g. suppliers, partnerships and data), helping colleagues understand risks in plain English, and maintaining contract records and key dates. You’ll be organised, pragmatic and comfortable managing multiple priorities. You can explain legal issues clearly to non-legal colleagues and work collaboratively to find solutions that balance risk and delivery.
As Commercial and Legal Support Officer you will provide practical, hands-on legal and contract support across the organisation and contribute to meeting objective as we implement a new, temporary structure as part of a planned sabbatical. This is an opportunity to help colleagues manage legal risk well, improve how we work with third parties, and ensure the charity can deliver timely, proportionate support across a varied and busy portfolio of activity.
You’ll provide practical legal and commercial support across the organisation, focusing on contract review, negotiation and day-to-day advice. This includes supporting a range of agreements (e.g. suppliers, partnerships and data), helping colleagues understand risks in plain English, and maintaining contract records and key dates. You’ll be organised, pragmatic and comfortable managing multiple priorities. You can explain legal issues clearly to non-legal colleagues and work collaboratively to find solutions that balance risk and delivery.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Why join us?
We’re a values-driven charity committed to saving lives by funding world-leading research, treatment, and care at The Royal Marsden. You’ll be part of a collaborative, ambitious and kind team, with plenty of opportunities for learning and development.
About the role
As the PR and Communications Officer, you will support the Senior PR and Communications Officer to raise awareness of the Charity by identifying and promoting compelling stories to regional and national media. Working closely with colleagues across PR and Communications, clinical teams, Fundraising, Marketing and Digital, you will help to showcase the Charity’s impact on people affected by cancer in the UK and around the world, while supporting fundraising activity across all income streams.
With support you will use your communications skills and expertise, to write content for relevant in‑house magazine titles andhelp promote community fundraising and major donor events, corporate partnerships, and fundraising campaigns.
What you’ll be doing
- Supporting a comprehensive media service which includes the proactive sell in of positive stories.
- Building relationships with clinical colleagues and in particular, Charity-funded consultants, nurses, researchers, and allied health professionals to gain their support for Charity communications including press releases, tailored pitches, other print media channels and the Charity's magazine.
- With support, write and edit the Charity’s supporter magazine, Progress, in collaboration with the Charity’s leadership team and fundraising colleagues.
- Working with fundraising teams to identify unique and inspiring stories associated with the Charity’s annual calendar of events and campaigns.
About you
You’ll be an exceptional team player with:
- Relevant media relations and/or communications experience
- Proven track record of delivering compelling copy, in the right tone and to deadline.
- Strong interpersonal skills - the ability to build effective and productive relationships with colleagues and case studies.
- Strong organisational skills – the ability to plan and prioritise content development in line with agreed targets and timelines.
- Experience of managing stakeholders both within and outside an organisation, at all levels.
What we offer
- Hybrid working between home and Chelsea with occasional travel to Sutton
- Flexible working around our core hours of 10am to 4pm
- 27 days annual leave rising with length of service
- Up to 6% employer contributions subject to matched contribution from you (increasing with length of service)
- Training, support and development opportunities
- Access to the blue light discount scheme and other discounts opportunities
- Access to subsidised staff restaurants, on-site yoga and wellbeing classes, staff choir and much more
- Range of wellbeing initiatives including access to an employee assistance programme designed to save money and improve your physical, financial and mental health and wellbeing, access to free online GP appointments and free eye tests and contribution towards any glasses required for work purposes
Inclusion matters
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and walks of life.
If this sounds like the opportunity for you, we’d love to hear from you.
Please submit your application as soon as possible, as we may close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. The deadline to apply is midnight on Tuesday 26 May.
The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity raises money to improve the lives of people affected by cancer.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Community Fundraising Officer (South)
Full time - 35 hours per week
Location – Hybrid Working with a minimum of one day a week working from Head Office
Join our friendly team
We have an exciting opportunity for a Community Fundraising Officer to join our team, covering the South region. Based within easy reach of our London Head Office, you’ll play a vital role in generating income and building lasting relationships to support families in need.
Our charity
The Sick Children’s Trust is the charity that provides a welcoming ‘Home from Home’ where families with a sick child in hospital can stay. But we’re more than bricks and mortar, our friendly, caring staff are there to support families when they really need it.
Hospital can be a lonely and scary place for anyone, but especially a child. Providing around 3,500 families a year with somewhere to stay together just minutes from the hospital means that they can be by their sick child’s side and have one less thing to worry about.
The Role
This is a varied and rewarding community fundraising role, focused on building strong relationships and delivering income growth across the South.
You will engage and support individuals, schools, community groups and local businesses to fundraise, delivering excellent stewardship and supporter care.
You’ll recruit participants for both ‘run your own’ and third-party events, while developing long-term relationships including with families connected to the charity.
Working collaboratively with House Teams and colleagues, you’ll help increase awareness, manage supporter activity, track income, and maximise opportunities through partnerships and communications.
You’ll also represent the charity at events and within the community.
This role requires a proactive and organised approach, with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet income targets.
About you
We’re looking for someone who is passionate about community fundraising and motivated by building meaningful relationships.
You will have strong interpersonal and communication skills. You will equally be as comfortable supporting families who stay with us who want to fundraise, as you are presenting to a room full of students, or potential volunteers.
You have good organisational skills and are comfortable working to objectives and targets. You are able to work with a level of autonomy and innovation to develop your fundraising portfolio and to increase our profile particularly in the areas close to our houses.
Ultimately this is a great role for anyone who loves community fundraising and understands that no two days are the same.
An enhanced DBS check for this role is required.
This is a great opportunity and we are reviewing applications as we receive them, so early application is advised. We may close this post earlier than advertised.
The recruitment pack will provide you with more information about the role. If this role sounds like something you will excel in, we’d love to hear from you.
To apply please submit your CV with a covering letter demonstrating how you meet the criteria set out in the job description and person specification
Closing date: 5th June 2026
About This Job
This job is to work with the cadet media and communications team in creating and delivering digital marketing strategy to increase awareness of the Combined Cadet Force (CCF) mainly through digital platforms including our website and social platforms with the target of increased traffic, awareness, and recruitment. It is an exciting new role with lots of opportunity for personal and professional growth in a hard-working team.
Essential Skills
· A recognised qualification or proven success in digital marketing
· Hands on marketing / communications experience
· Minimum of 1 year experience in marketing
· Knowledge of digital marketing and communications practices
· Content creation abilities
· Use of social media to achieve marketing and communications objectives
· Awareness of graphic design principles and familiarity with Illustrator, Photoshop, or other imaging / graphic design software
Please refer to the attached Job Description for further information.
Our charity
The Combined Cadet Force Association (CCFA) is a charity dedicated to the promotion of the ideals and activities of the Combined Cadet Force in schools. Together we want to ensure that every young person has the opportunity to learn new skills, build confidence and be inspired through their cadet experience.
We want to develop the youth leadership and training abilities of adult volunteers whilst also helping young people to access cadet activities through fundraising, grant-making, developing new resources and direct support.
We strongly believe that everyone benefits when you help young people to develop their character and values through activities that stretch and mature them. We also know that when young people engage with others at a range of levels in their communities it builds confidence and improves empathy for other’s lives.
Who we are
You will enjoy being part of our small team who work very happily together. By joining CCFA you will help us to reach more young people and make a greater difference and we look forward to working with you. We actively promote and encourage you to explore ideas that improve all aspects of the charity’s work in pursuit of its charitable aims.
The charities are proud of our diverse teams, with people on different working patterns, from different backgrounds and at different life-stages. Our experience has taught us that having people with different perspectives and different lived experiences leads to better outcomes for our beneficiaries. If you are wondering if our organisation is for someone like you, the answer is yes! Please apply and explain how you, your experience, your talent and your potential are the right fit for this role.
What we can offer you
In addition to your salary, we offer all staff:
· Flexible working arrangements (you agree a working pattern with your line manager).
· The ability to work both from home and from our Aldershot office.
· Personal Accident Insurance, including loss of earnings cover and death benefit.
· 15 days of sick pay in any 12-month period (after 12 months employment - pro-rata for part time staff).
· A contributory pension scheme (you contribute at least 5% and we will contribute 10%).
· Good leave allowances (which are offered pro-rata for part time staff):
o 20 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays.
o Additional privilege leave, on set days each year, such as between Christmas and New Year.
o An additional five days of volunteering leave.
· Support for qualifications and personal development.
· Employee Assistance Programme.
· Season ticket loan.
· Railcard (if you are eligible)
· A caring and supportive team environment.
How to apply
Please send a CV and Cover letter that details how you meet the requirements of the job description by 2359hrs by Sunday 14th June 2026.
Interviews will be held in person during the week commencing Monday 29th June 2026.
While AI tools can be beneficial, we value the personal touch and authenticity in job applications. We encourage you to highlight your unique experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, ensuring all information is accurate. Please use AI tools responsibly and with integrity throughout the application and selection process.
Please note that as a charity dedicated to improving the lives of young people, we require staff to make a declaration about any relevant convictions, undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service check, Right to Work check and a Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) check (one of the requirements being that applicants must have been resident in the UK for 3 years). In addition, we will follow up references.
Please be advised that this position may close earlier than the stated deadline if a sufficient number of high-quality applications are received. To ensure your application is considered, we strongly recommend submitting it as soon as possible. Candidates will be notified of the next stage in the recruitment process if they are shortlisted.
Army Cadet Charitable Trust (ACCT) UK aims to give all young people the opportunity to develop and achieve through Army Cadets activities.



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We are recruiting for a Senior Programme Co-ordinator. The team at United Way UK is a passionate, friendly and collaborative group, committed to creating meaningful change in communities across the UK.
We value trust, strong teamwork, flexibility and reliability, and we work closely together to deliver programmes and partnerships that truly make a difference.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Programme Officer to join our small team. The role plays an important part in the planning and coordination of our core programmes and partnerships. The role is varied and would suit someone who is organised and confident in building relationships and working with a wide range of people. You will get to work with and present to corporate partners, charities and schools, travelling across the UK to ensure projects and events are delivered smoothly and professionally.
This role will help bring partners, charities and communities together to create practical, local impact across the UK.
What you will do:
- Help deliver programmes that create meaningful impact in communities across the UK.
- Work with charities, schools and corporate partners to coordinate volunteering projects, events and community activities.
- Support the growth and development of United Way UK’s core programmes, including Corporate Volunteering, Give Local, Reading Oasis and #DestinationDigital.
- Contribute to storytelling, impact reporting and communications that showcase the difference our programmes make.
- Be part of a small, collaborative team where your ideas, initiative and contribution will genuinely matter.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
- Coordinate programme and project activities, ensuring delivery runs smoothly and to a high standard.
- Build positive relationships with corporate partners, charities, schools and community organisations.
- Support volunteering events and programme activity across the UK, including regular travel.
- Maintain programme trackers, records and budget information accurately and efficiently.
- Help create content for reports, presentations, social media and partner communications.
What You’ll Need
- A highly professional approach with flexibility, reliability and initiative
- Experience supporting programmes, projects or events, ideally within the charity, education, community or CSR sectors.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities at once.
- Confidence communicating with a wide range of people and building positive relationships.
- Good written communication skills, including drafting content for reports or communications.
- A proactive and hands-on approach, with the ability to work independently and as a strong team player
- Willingness to travel across the UK and attend meetings in London regularly.
Why Join Us
- We are a small, supportive and driven team committed to creating positive change across the UK.
- Work flexibly in a home-based role with regular travel and the opportunity to build relationships nationwide.
- Play a meaningful role in programmes that bring partners and communities together to create local impact.
- Work in a collaborative culture built on trust, strong teamwork, flexibility and shared values.
Role Responsibilities
Please see the attached job description for full details.
Please submit your CV and a cover letter/supporting statement of no more than two pages which shares relevant experience and why you want to work with us.
• Interview venue: online interviews
• Important note: All applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK.
Freshwater Habitats Trust is the UK’s leading charity for all freshwaters. We are an evidence-led conservation organisation working to protect freshwater wildlife through practical, innovative and scientifically robust conservation projects across the UK and Europe.
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Project Officer to lead and support the development and delivery of Natural Flood Management (NFM) and wider freshwater conservation projects. The role will involve working closely with farmers, landowners, partner organisations, regulators and local communities to design and implement practical interventions that deliver multiple environmental benefits, including flood resilience, habitat restoration, water quality improvement and biodiversity recovery.
The successful candidate will play a key role in translating ecological evidence and catchment priorities into deliverable on-the-ground projects. This will include developing funding opportunities, managing project delivery, overseeing contractors and surveys, supporting stakeholder engagement, and contributing to strategic landscape-scale initiatives.
The role will work closely with colleagues across the organisation, including technical specialists, project teams and senior management, helping to ensure projects are evidence-based, deliverable and aligned with Freshwater Habitats Trust’s wider conservation objectives.
This position requires a proactive, organised and enthusiastic individual with strong project management and communication skills, who works well collaboratively whilst remaining self-motivated and solution focused. Experience of catchment management, landowner engagement and practical habitat restoration delivery would be highly advantageous.
Freshwater Habitats Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.
Application pack and further details available from our website
Please send the application form as well as your CV
No agencies, please.
Closing Date: Friday 12 June 2026 at 5 pm
Interview Date: Monday, 22nd
Freshwater is our passion. Together, we can make a difference for wildlife.



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Location: MSSC NSC, 200B Lambeth Road, London, SE1 7JY (Hybrid Working)
Contract: Full time, permanent
Salary: £40,000 to £42,000 gross er annum, depending on experience
Closing Date: Monday 25 May 2026
Assessment Day at MSSC NSC: Tuesday 2 June 2026
The Marine Society and Sea Cadets (MSSC) is a leading maritime charity in lifelong learning and personal development and is the governing charity of the Sea Cadet Corps (SCC), a civilian voluntary youth organisation engaging some 15,000 young people over 400 Sea Cadet Units, throughout the UK. The SCC offers a wide range of youth opportunities with the same enduring objective – to give young people the best possible head start in life through nautical adventure and fun.
We are seeking a Volunteer Support & Systems Manager to lead the development and maintenance of automated workflows used within the Volunteer Support Team.
The role is responsible for ensuring the smooth running of the Volunteer Support function including overseeing the day-to-day administration of key volunteer processes. The postholder will also line manage the Volunteer Support Officers who act as the first point of contact to volunteers in assisting with these processes and wider administration.
About the role
The purpose of the Volunteer Support & Systems Manager is to ensure the smooth and efficient running of the Volunteer Support function by ensuring that automated workflows are well maintained and continuously improved. This includes the onboarding process for new volunteers, management of mandatory training requirements of existing volunteers and volunteer record management through processing promotions transfers and leavers. The role also provides effective line management to a team of Volunteer Support Officers, supporting them to deliver a high quality of administrative support to volunteers to assist them with these processes.
Responsibilities
- To oversee the efficient operation, maintenance and continuous improvement of all Volunteer Support automated workflows
- To develop clear and effective guidance, to help volunteers access and use the various Volunteer Support digital systems
- To line manage and support the Volunteer Support Team based at the MSSC Support Centre, empowering the team to deliver effective and consistent support to volunteers.
- To functionally manage and support the Area Volunteer Support Team based across the 6 Area Offices, empowering them to deliver effective and consistent support to volunteers.
- To manage the “Safer Recruitment” and adverse disclosure process for volunteers, in line with MSSC policy, ensuring that criminal records checks are dealt with in a timely and appropriate manner
- To work with the Head of Volunteering to review MSSC volunteering policies, monitoring their appropriateness and effectiveness, making recommendations for changes as necessary
- To support the Head of Volunteering with the successful implementation of MSSC’s volunteer strategy and other national tasks
- To work with Volunteer Support Officers to develop systems and processes for managing the Volunteer Support workload and monitoring delivery standards
- To work closely with other stakeholders, maintaining excellent working relationships across departments to ensure consistency and best practice for our volunteers.
Requirements
- Experience of leading the development and maintenance of digital volunteer management/ communication systems
- Experience of creating and maintaining complex automated workflows
- Experience of overseeing the administrative functions of a CRM system
- Experience of implementing, managing reviewing and refining administrative processes
- Experience of delivering a first-class service to clients or customers
- A strong understanding of the voluntary and community sector, ideally within the youth sector
- Experience of managing or supervising a large team
Desirable
- Experience of managing or supervising a team based remotely
- Experience of using Microsoft Forms and Power Automate or similar systems
- Experience of managing an onboarding process, ideally of volunteers, with the understanding of the importance of safer recruitment
- Experience of empowering a team to deliver a first-class customer service
- Experience of working with volunteers and the knowledge of how to ensure they are supported
- Experience in managing challenging emails, calls and situations with volunteers professionally, using sound judgement and clear communication
- Experience developing processes which are targeted at both internal and external audiences
- Experience of leading projects manging change with various stakeholders
For further information, please download the . If you are interested in this role, please apply now!
Benefits
- 25 days annual leave per annum, increasing with length of service
- Hybrid working for many roles
- Volunteering Leave
- Life assurance (4x salary)
- Private medical insurance
- Generous pension (employer contribution up to 10%)
- Cycle to work scheme
- Access to the Marine Society Digital Library
- Wellbeing portal and EAP with 121 counselling
- Employee development: We are investing in our employees' development and have an annual calendar of learning and development opportunities, designed to support employees to develop into their roles and stretch them to achieve their full potential.
Additional Information
MSSC positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates from all backgrounds. Equity, diversity, and inclusion really matters to us, so we can best serve our beneficiaries from every community. We work to ensure a fair and consistent recruitment process and aim to be a charity where diversity of experience, identity and skills are valued and welcomed. MSSC is an equal opportunities employer.
We recognise our responsibilities to safeguard and protect the young people and vulnerable adults with whom we work. We do all we can to promote their health, safety and wellbeing, and we expect our staff to share this commitment and work in line with safeguarding policy, the MSSC’s values and ethos of inclusivity. We adhere to safer recruitment practices and therefore employment is subject to detailed pre-employment checks for successful candidates, including references and criminal disclosure checks and the completion of a disclosure questionnaire.
We help launch young people for life through adventure.


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Join Us in Making a Difference at Marie Curie
Marie Curie is the UK’s leading end-of-life charity, dedicated to ensuring that everyone facing the end of life has access to the care, support, and dignity they deserve. We are the largest non-NHS provider of end-of-life care in the UK and the only organisation to operate across all four nations. Through our network of community nursing, hospice care, and comprehensive information and support, we are here for people and families when they need us most.
Job DescriptionYour Role in Our Vision
The Stories Officer is a pivotal role within our high-performing Stories team, helping ensure authentic lived experiences sit at the heart of everything we do at Marie Curie.
In this role you’ll work with people at some of the most vulnerable moments of their lives. Not only patients, but families, carers and volunteers, and people affected by poor end-of-life experiences, financial instability and inequality. Some of these stories are hopeful and life-affirming; others are complex, emotional and challenging. You’ll also work with our nurses and healthcare assistants to showcase the dedication and pride they bring to the expert care they provide every day across the UK.
You’ll seek out, gather and steward powerful lived experiences, ensuring they are handled with care, dignity and responsibility, and used ethically and impactfully across our campaigns and communications.
This is a role for someone who combines excellent storytelling skills with deep empathy, resilience and strong organisational ability. You’ll be trusted with people’s stories at a time when trust really matters.
What you’ll be doing
- Sourcing, interviewing and writing accurate, emotive personal stories that reflect a wide range of end-of-life experiences, including both the impact of Marie Curie’s work and the realities faced by those without access to good care
- Speaking sensitively with people about deeply personal experiences, including diagnosis, grief, financial instability and poor end-of-life care, and supporting them throughout the storytelling process
- Working collaboratively with Social, PR, Fundraising, Caring Services and Communications teams to shape and adapt stories for different audiences and channels, including social media, our website, PR & media and fundraising appeals
- Managing storytelling elements within priority, sometimes fast-moving campaigns, often juggling multiple workstreams and deadlines at the same time
- Building and maintaining trusted relationships with storytellers and Caring Services colleagues, ensuring contributors feel informed, respected and in control of how their experiences are shared
- Managing consent, permissions and storyteller records in line with GDPR and organisational policies
- Championing inclusive, ethical storytelling and best practice across the charity, balancing organisational need with individual wellbeing
What you’ll bring
You’ll have experience from a stories, content, PR or fundraising role within a charity or purpose-driven organisation, alongside a strong instinct for human-centred storytelling.
You’re emotionally intelligent and resilient, able to manage boundaries while working with people going through difficult times, while also managing competing priorities and demands.
You’ll also bring:
- Excellent writing, editing and interviewing skills, with strong attention to detail
- Experience sourcing and adapting stories for different channels, including social media and PR
- The ability to manage multiple projects and workloads at once, prioritising effectively in a busy, multi-tasking environment
- Confidence to build trusted relationships and influence colleagues collaboratively
- A clear understanding of GDPR, informed consent and ethical story usage
- Awareness of equality, diversity and inclusion in a storytelling context
- Experience using CMS or asset management systems, and adapting quickly to new digital tools
This role is deeply rewarding, but it isn’t always easy. You’ll hear difficult stories and work at pace during high-profile campaigns. We’re looking for someone who shares our values, understands the realities of end-of-life inequality, and is committed to telling human stories with honesty, compassion and purpose.
Please see full job description
Application Process
As part of your online application, you will be asked for a CV and to fill out our application questions. Please review both the advert and job description and outline your most relevant skills, experience and knowledge for the role.
Close date for applications: Friday 29th May 2026 (We anticipate strong interest in this role and may close the vacancy early, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.)
Salary: £29,000 (plus London Weighting £3,500 were applicable)
Contract: Full time, perm
Based: Homebased role or Hyrbid remote if London based.
Benefits you’ll LOVE:
- Flexible working. We’re happy to discuss flexible working at the interview stage.
- 25 days annual leave (exclusive of Bank Holidays)
- Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme (we will match your contribution up to 7.5%)
- Loan schemes for bikes; computers and season tickets
- Continuous professional development opportunities.
- Industry-leading training programmes
- Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programmes
- Enhanced bereavement, family friendly and sickness benefits
- Access to Blue Light Card membership
- Subsidised Eye Care
At Marie Curie, our values are central to everything we do. They guide how we care for people, how we work together, and how we make decisions every day. We are committed to creating a workplace that is safe for everyone — staff and volunteers alike — supportive, inclusive and rewarding. We take stringent steps to ensure that anyone who joins our organisation are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. We actively consider our impact on the planet, embedding sustainability into everyday decisions to create a lasting, positive difference for the individuals we care for and the world we share.
We believe everyone should have the opportunity to thrive and fulfil their potential. Marie Curie is deeply committed to diversity, equity and inclusion, recognising both the social justice imperative and the strength a diverse workforce brings. We actively encourage applications from people of all cultures, perspectives and lived experiences.
We are happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. If you require any support, please contact us at .
Every application we receive is personally reviewed by a member of our Talent Acquisition team, and in return, we ask that your application authentically reflects you — your experience, perspective and voice.
This is a rare opportunity to join us on a 6-month fixed term contract as we prepare for one of the most significant and high profile periods in our calendar. As a Remembrance Events Officer, you’ll be at the heart of delivering nationally recognised moments of reflection, including playing a key role in the planning and delivery of the Festival of Remembrance. This isn’t just another events role, it’s your chance to contribute to something with real meaning, working on events that resonate across the UK and beyond, honouring those who have served and sacrificed.
Come and be part of the leading Armed Forces charity, making a difference to the lives of those who have served to keep us safe and protect our way of life.
We’re looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment and takes real pride in getting the detail right. You’ll take ownership of key events from concept through to delivery, managing plans, budgets, risk assessments and stakeholder relationships with confidence. Working closely with internal teams and high-profile external partners, from government bodies to the Armed Forces community. You’ll be trusted to lead, influence and ensure everything runs seamlessly. You’ll need to be organised, proactive and calm under pressure, with the ability to juggle competing priorities without losing sight of the bigger picture.
In return, you’ll be part of a team that delivers events with genuine purpose and impact. We’re looking for someone who brings energy, resilience and a collaborative approach, someone who can build strong relationships, adapt quickly and take initiative. Whether you’ve coordinated large scale events or managed complex projects, what matters most is your ability to deliver with precision, work with a wide range of people, and contribute to something that truly matters. If you’re motivated by meaningful work and want to be part of something unforgettable, this is your moment.
You will be contracted to our Haig House hub with a minimum expectation of two days per week working in person at the hub and flexibility for working remotely/at home when not on site.
Employee benefits include -
- 28 days’ paid holiday (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with optional annual leave purchase scheme of up to 5 working days.
- Enhanced paid maternity, paternity and adoption leave.
- Generous pension contributions, with Employer contributions ranging from 6% to 10%
- Range of flexible working options may be available, depending on your role.
- Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential counselling, financial and legal advice.
- Range of courses delivered by learning specialists to support your development goals and objectives.
- Opportunities to volunteer.
- Travel loans, Cycle to Work, and more!
For more detailed information about the role, please see the Vacancy Information Pack attached to our direct advert. Our teams take a personalised approach to shortlisting, which is carried out without the use of AI and is based on the evidence provided in your application against the essential and desirable criteria in the Person Specification.
RBL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics.
As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interview schemes for candidates who declare an Armed Forces connection and/or a disability. However, candidates are only eligible for this scheme if their application clearly demonstrates that they meet all of the essential criteria listed in the Person Specification for the role.
Interview Dates: 8th – 12th June 2026.
We may close this vacancy early if we believe we have enough strong applications to be able to successfully fill the role(s). Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
The Organisation
The Open SU serves the interests of around 170,000 part-time and distance-learning students spread across the UK, continental Europe and beyond. Our role is to represent and support the interests of this vast and diverse community of students. The Open SU is an independent registered charity, governed by elected student leaders. Our team of vibrant, friendly and dedicated professional staff provide the vital support needed to deliver our ambitious strategy. Though your skills and experience are important, vital to us, are your values. Here at the Open SU we are committed to a positive team culture to enable and empower all members to be their very best.
The Job
In these exciting fixed-term roles, you’ll play a vital part in empowering students to become confident advocates, making sure their voices are heard and their experiences help shape decisions that affect the wider student community. Your involvement will be key to deliver Open SU’s Student Voice objectives, and you’ll work collaboratively with the Student Voice team to deliver projects and raise awareness of opportunities for students to get involved and make a difference.
You’ll support our volunteers through recruitment, providing ongoing guidance, and helping them grow into changemakers and positive representatives of Open SU.
The Person
This role is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated individual with strong communication skills and experience in leading projects and supporting volunteers. You’ll be passionate about empowering others, helping them grow into confident advocates for their peers. As part of a small but busy team, you’ll be comfortable in a fast-paced environment and be confident managing deadlines, prioritising tasks, and organising your workload effectively. You’ll also enjoy working collaboratively, as you’ll be supporting both colleagues and volunteers to achieve shared goals.
Our mission is to make a positive difference to all OU students – it's the foundation of everything we do.



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Location: Northmead House, Creekmoor, Poole, Dorset – CAN operates hybrid working
Salary: £31,500
Hours: 37 hrs per week
Contract: 12 months initially
Closing date: 1st June (midnight)
Interviews: 10th June in person at our Creekmoor offices
Help strengthen communities across BCP
Community Action Network (CAN) works alongside voluntary, community and faith sector (VCS) organisations so they can focus on what matters most: supporting people and communities. We’re now looking for an Infrastructure & Partnerships Officer to help deliver our commissioned service in partnership with VCS organisations and BCP Council Children and Young People Partnership colleagues.
About the role
You’ll be a delivery-focused connector, supporting VCS organisations with practical organisational support, strengthening relationships between the sector and statutory partners, and helping local services work better together for children, young people and families.
This role is about turning plans into action and building trust, supporting
collaboration and ensuring community organisations can contribute effectively to local priorities.
About you
You’ll bring experience of working in the voluntary, community or public sector, confidence building partnerships, and a strong commitment to inclusion, co-production and community development. You’ll be organised, approachable and comfortable working across the BCP area.
Our commitment to inclusion
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities and are committed to being an inclusive, anti-discriminatory employer.
Why Join Us?
At CAN, you’ll be part of a dynamic team making a real difference in Dorset. We offer a supportive and flexible working environment, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to shape the future of a vital local charity.
We offer a competitive salary and great benefits, including contributory pension scheme, 25 days holiday (pro-rata) plus all bank holidays, season train ticket loan, flexible working and much more.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About Action Duchenne
Action Duchenne supports, empowers and equips every DMD community in their journey from diagnosis and beyond.
Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) is a muscle wasting condition for which there is no cure, but we journey alongside communities to empower them and provide information for them to make informed decisions. Action Duchenne has a team of passionate, supportive staff who are keen to do more for families living with Duchenne and has a number of staff with direct lived experience.
At Action Duchenne, values are more than words—they shape how we work and interact every day. For this role, we are looking for a team member who can reflect our values:
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Supportive – Actively assist colleagues and stakeholders, fostering a culture of collaboration and reliability.
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Empathetic – Approach challenges with understanding, considering the impact on people internally and externally.
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Respectful – Ensure all communications and decisions uphold dignity and fairness, especially when handling sensitive matters.
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Community Focused – Make decisions that strengthen our community, ensuring all activity supports inclusive engagement and shared purpose.
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Inclusive – Promote accessibility and equity, ensuring everyone feels valued and heard.
The Events Officer will embody these values in every aspect of planning, delivering and evaluating events.
What we offer:
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24-hour confidential Employee Assistance helpline
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Private health insurance
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Flexible hours
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5% employer pension contribution
Main Purpose of the Role
This new role aims to support the design, coordination and delivery of Action Duchenne’s events portfolio, including the Annual Community Summit, regional meetups, workshops, and online events. The role will ensure smooth operational delivery, high‑ quality participant experiences, accessible information, and effective logistics‑ and supplier coordination.
This role contributes directly to our organisational impact by ensuring families, young people, professionals and partners have access to engaging, supportive and well managed events. This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who enjoys a challenge, is incredibly organised with excellent project management skills, close attention to detail, creativity and a passion for supporting every DMD community.
Specific Tasks
1. Event Coordination and Logistics
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Support the planning and delivery of the Annual Community Summit, working closely with the Chief Scientific Officer, Director of Fundraising and Communications, and wider team.
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Coordinate logistics for in‑person and online events, including venue liaison, catering, accessibility arrangements, equipment, travel, accommodation and schedules.
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Ensure event details are accurately published and updated across relevant platforms (website, CRM, communications channels).
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Manage registration processes for all events and ensure attendees receive timely, accurate joining information.
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Support the organisation of regional meet‑ups and workshops, ensuring venues, facilitators and resources are in place.
2. Administration and Operational Delivery
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Maintain clear and accurate administrative systems, including event checklists, timelines, risk assessments and evaluation forms.
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Track planned expenditure and ensure costs align with budgets, escalating issues where necessary.
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Prepare and maintain event collateral (slides, handouts, resources, signage), ensuring accessibility and brand consistency.
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Provide administrative and practical support during events (both online and in person), including setting up webinar sessions and coordinating pre and post event meetings internally.
3. Stakeholder and Supplier Management
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Liaise with venues, suppliers, speakers, exhibitors and partners to ensure high quality event delivery.
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Develop positive working relationships with internal colleagues to ensure a joined-up programme across support, communications and scientific teams.
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Provide excellent customer service to participants, responding promptly and sensitively to enquiries, access requirements and logistical questions.
4. Community and Engagement Support
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Collaborate with Support Team colleagues to ensure events reflect community needs and priorities.
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Support the promotion of events through the Communications Officer, ensuring timely provision of copy, event information and updates.
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Encourage and support attendance from families, young people, professionals and community partners.
5. Data Management, Monitoring and Evaluation
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Ensure accurate data entry in CRM systems (eTapestry or similar) for attendee lists, engagement tracking and follow up actions.
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Collect and analyse feedback, producing short evaluation summaries to inform future planning.
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Track attendance, trends and logistical improvements, contributing to quarterly reporting.
6. Risk, Compliance and Quality Assurance
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Support event risk assessments and ensure compliance with safeguarding, accessibility and GDPR guidance.
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Ensure that content and delivery meet Action Duchenne’s quality standards and reflect the needs of families affected by Duchenne.
NB This is not an exhaustive list, the role holder will be asked to carry out additional tasks as required for the Team’s successful service delivery. Such tasks will always be reasonable and broadly in line with current knowledge levels and skill sets.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
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Event logistics prepared within agreed timelines
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Accurate event information published and updated within required timeframes
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Participant satisfaction and engagement measured through surveys
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Conference and event attendance targets met
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CRM data entry completed within 2 working days of events
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Budget expenditure tracked monthly with minimal variance
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Effective delivery of regional and online events aligned with pre-agreed schedule
Person Specification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
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Experience organising in person events from start to finish for over 300 attendees.
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Experience liaising with suppliers, venues and speakers.
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Experience with CRM/data entry, with close attention to detail.
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Experience organising and hosting remote events.
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Understanding of hybrid events.
Desirable
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Experience in the charity sector.
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Knowledge of Duchenne or similar life-limiting conditions.
Skills & Abilities
Essential
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Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust, motivate teams and develop positive relationships with beneficiaries, staff, volunteers and external partners.
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Understanding of the importance of safeguarding around events.
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Exceptional communication skills.
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Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
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Analytical and data literate, able to interpret performance data, identify trends, and use insight to drive improvement.
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Skilled in problem solving, with a proactive, solutions focused approach.
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Ability to be assertive while maintaining empathy, particularly when supporting teams dealing with emotionally complex situations.
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Digital proficiency including Microsoft Office, CRM systems and digital communication tools.
Attributes
Essential
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Emotionally intelligent, reflective and able to manage sensitive issues with empathy and professionalism.
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Values driven, compassionate and committed to improving the lives of individuals and families affected by long term or life-limiting conditions.
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Resilient and adaptable, able to navigate complexity.
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Creative, dynamic and innovative, with the ability to take ideas from concept to delivery.
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Demonstrable commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.
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Personally, and professionally, responsible with high standards of integrity and accountability.
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A sense of humour and the ability to bring warmth and humanity to the role.
Closing date: 25 May 2026 at 9am, with first round, online interviews aiming to take place in week commencing 8th June.
Action Duchenne is a charity providing holistic support to those living with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (Duchenne) and their families.



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Do you have the passion and storytelling skills to amplify our ambitious plans to improve the lives of everyone affected by ovarian cancer? Could you play a pivotal role in bringing our work to life through powerful case stories, compelling content and engaging communications that inspire action and raise awareness?
We are looking for an Interim Communications & PR Officer to join our brilliant marketing and communications team on a fixed-term basis. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives on creating impactful content, building relationships, and working collaboratively across an organisation to deliver meaningful communications.
In this role, you’ll take the lead on developing and managing a library of real life stories from people affected by ovarian cancer, ensuring their voices are heard in a way that is sensitive, authentic and impactful. You’ll create high quality written content across a range of channels – from website copy and emails to reports and campaign materials – helping to engage and inform audiences and support organisational objectives
You’ll also play a key role in managing relationships with supporters, including celebrities and influencers, identifying opportunities to amplify our work and increase our reach. A creative, empathetic and highly organised individual, you’ll be confident working with people with lived experience and handling sensitive stories with care. You’ll enjoy collaborating with colleagues across teams and be motivated to continuously improve how we communicate, ensuring our messages are clear, compelling and impactful.
With the support of the Interim Senior Marketing and Communications Manager, you’ll contribute to delivering communications that engage more people with our work – whether that’s using our services, campaigning for change, or supporting us through fundraising and partnerships.
If you’re excited by the opportunity to use your communications and storytelling skills to make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you.
Join us and together we'll fight for a world where everyone with ovarian cancer lives.
The role is a full time, 35 hours per week, interim position (1 year fixed term contract).
We currently offer a hybrid-working model. This means you may usually work from your home or remote location, but are expected to attend meetings and pay for your own travel to the office near London Bridge when required.Please email our organisation if you would like to find out more about how frequently you would likely be required in the office for this role.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Release Counselling and Therapy for Women is entering an exciting new chapter.
Founded in Brighton and Hove in 2013, Release has grown from a small local charity into a financially robust organisation with a growing national reach. Under the leadership of our outgoing CEO, the charity has been transformed—moving from a challenging financial position to one with strong reserves, clear sustainability, and ambitious plans for growth.
We now provide affordable 1:1 online counselling to women across the UK, alongside specialist group programmes supporting maternal mental health and key life transitions. One-to-one counselling is a core offer and a vital income stream, enabling us to extend our reach while staying true to our values.
This period has also seen Release grow to working with over 20 dedicated volunteer counsellors, strengthening our capacity and community impact.
As our CEO steps down, Release is ready for its next phase—building on strong foundations, amplifying our national impact, and remaining firmly rooted in our purpose: being a charity that supports women’s mental health, run by women, for women.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
