Animal Welfare Jobs

Administrative tasks can be completed at home, but the majority of work will take place across East Surrey.

Purpose of the role.

The role of an Animal Welfare Officer can be very rewarding, making a real difference to the well-being of animals in our branch area. However, it can also be demanding. You will be dealing with friendly animals but also frightened, injured or wild animals. 

The successful candidate must be people-friendly. You will deal with people from all walks of life and sometimes distressed owners. You must remain calm and gathered, acting professionally at all times.

Animal Welfare Officers are predominantly lone workers, which can bring both physical and mental challenges. Whilst we ensure you feel supported, it is essential that applicants feel confident that they have the skills to work independently.

The Animal Welfare Officer will work alongside the Branch Manager and our committed board of Trustees to deliver the RSPCA Surrey East’s vision and strategy.

Primary role:

1. Support our local inspectors, dealing with animal rescues and transportation
2. Administer Veterinary financial assistance for pet owners on benefits
3. Manage our cat pods in various branches
4. Establish and manage the fostering and rehoming scheme
5. Increase engagement with our community
6. Support food banks with pet food and equipment
7. Support the Branch Manager with fundraising and information events
8. Develop and deliver community education 
9. Support the recruitment of volunteers to help support your role
10. Keep accurate records of activities to help optimise processes and enable the compilation of reports and statistics
11. Support the Branch Manager as required
12. Contribute to news and social media posts promoting our branch and work
13. Attend occasional Committee meetings to report on activities and future plans

Accountable to

Branch Manager (Line Manager) and RSPCA Surrey East Trustee Board

Working hours

35 hours per week, 5 out of any 7 days - including some weekends, evenings and Bank Holiday work.

Salary scale

£23,000 - £25,000 based on experience. Supplied with a fully expensed van.

Personal Specification

Essential

• Have a passion for animal welfare and a desire to promote and achieve the aims of the RSPCA
• Experienced in working with and handling animals, both domestic and wild
• Ability to be resilient in emotionally charged and challenging situations 
• Hold a full, valid UK driving license
• Ability to prioritise and manage time effectively to cover a wide geographic location and multiple demands
• High level of IT competence - capable of creating proposals, spreadsheets and completing reports
• Ability to create presentations and deliver them to different audiences comfortably and eloquently
• Ability to build and sustain mutually supportive relationships with external and internal stakeholders
• Confident and effective communication skills with a range of audiences including the general public, local businesses and volunteers
• Energetic and physically fit (regular heavy lifting is involved), comfortable working at heights, from ladders and in water

Preferred

• Registered Vet Nurse or holds an equivalent qualification
• RSPCA experience
• Experience working alone in a field-based role
• Familiarity with the geography of Surrey
• Understanding of key issues faced in the charity or animal welfare sector
• Some experience in fundraising and business development
• Familiar with social media 
• The role is field-based in East Surrey, so the successful applicant should ideally live in the area.

Contract length: FTC up to 12-month maternity cover

Location: North West London

Hours per week: 35hrs, work Tuesday – Saturday, 9am – 5pm

Salary:  Circa £32,000

Closing date for applications: Monday, 24st March 2025

First interview date: W/C 31st March 2025, Microsoft Teams; interested candidates are encouraged to apply as early as possible

Second interview date: W/C 7th April 2025, in-person interview

Every dog and cat in need deserves expert, personalised care and support, and to be loved. When you work for Mayhew, you understand that better than ever.

We’re a passionate, committed and diverse team of c80 staff and c150 volunteers, here for dogs, cats and communities in the UK, in Afghanistan and in Georgia. We offer expert veterinary care, rescue and rehoming services, programmes in the community and guidance and support to improve the lives of dogs and cats in need.

We do our best for dogs and cats in need every day, working with colleague across the sector to improve their lives and to give them the care, support and love they deserve. But it’s our warmth, creativity and care that touch lives. Here, we take the time to really get to know the dogs and cats we care for and those who love them.

At our North West London Home, we are recruiting an interim Head of Cattery who will share our compassion and commitment for animal welfare to provide front line leadership to our team of Cattery and Animal Care staff and volunteers. We care for up to eight cats and kittens on site, in addition to cats placed into foster homes. Our Head of Cattery is responsible for managing the day-to-day smooth running of our cattery and maintaining the wellbeing of all cats in our care, so that their individual physical and psychological needs are catered for adequately, and in line with our standards and ethics.

This is a high profile and hugely important role for Mayhew as our Head of Cattery oversees each cat’s journey through Mayhew from in-take to assessment and then to rehoming. Working with staff and volunteers across the Home, foster carers, adopters, other charities and rescues and members of the public, our Head of Cattery is instrumental in ensuring that our cats have all they need – from feeding, cleaning, enrichment and socialising to finding their perfect forever home. This role can be physically and emotionally demanding but is also hugely rewarding; you can view some of our amazing rescue stories here.

Leading a small team, our Head of Cattery is responsible for managing all aspects of our cat in-takes, adoptions and fostering, managing our capacity to ensure we help as many cats as we can and ensuring our cats are rehomed to a home suited to their individual needs as soon as possible.

We offer a caring and supportive team and the chance to make a lasting difference to the lives of cats who rely on us.

Generally, you will:

• Lead and manage our Cattery and ensure the very best care and support is given to each of our cats
• Proactively, collaboratively and resourcefully maintain relationships with volunteers, foster carers, adopters, other rescue managers and other colleagues in the wider Mayhew community
• Manage your team in an inclusive and collaborative way, enabling and empowering them
• Engage and collaborate with senior staff to ensure effective delivery of our strategic and operational goals

To be successful in this role, you need relevant experience in:

• Experience working with cats, ideally in a shelter environment
• Strong knowledge of cat behaviour and welfare
• Experience of successfully motivating, managing, and developing a high performing team and managing performance
• Experience of effectively managing competing and changeable priorities, a high workload and multiple complex issues and tasks

Please note that successful candidates will be asked to evidence their Right to Work in the UK post-job offer – we do not hold a sponsor licence therefore we are unable to provide Visa sponsorship.

We reserve the right to close this post at any time, should we receive a high volume of applications.

Do you want your job to feel exciting again? If you’re a highly motivated, experienced fundraiser looking for a new challenge in an ambitious and friendly team then look no further.  

The individual giving team is responsible for driving sustainable growth through donor engagement, stewardship and acquisition. Could you be the newest member of our team? We are seeking an experienced Fundraising Marketing Officer to join us as we approach our centenary. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in not-for-profit fundraising marketing and a passion for leveraging stories to drive fundraising success. This role requires a creative thinker, a data-driven approach, and a commitment to making a positive impact.

The successful candidate will join a busy, friendly, and capable team working to maximise the charity’s fundraising performance. We work with leading fundraising specialists throughout the UK to refine our approach and deliver outstanding results for one of the UK’s leading animal welfare charities.

Location

This position is based remotely.  But you must be a resident of the United Kingdom with all the necessary legislative ‘right to work’ documentation.  You will be required to attend the charity’s head office located in Norfolk a minimum of 6 times per year and this will be at your own expense for travel and accommodation.

Why become part of World Horse Welfare’s team?

Horses might be part of our DNA but they don’t have to be part of yours. World Horse Welfare has plenty of passionate equine experts already in situ, so provided you share our values of being realistic, compassionate and forward-thinking then you could be the perfect candidate.

We care about our people because they are the ones who enable us do achieve such good work. We invest in them, nurture them and listen to them to create a collaborative working environment where everyone feels valued.

Benefits include a generous pension scheme and cash health plan, paid employee sickness absence scheme, a minimum of 31 days’ holiday (including bank/public holidays and mandatory shutdown between Christmas and New Year) and death in service.

World Horse Welfare’s values are grounded in pragmatism and compassion as we strive to support and strengthen the horse-human partnership in all its guises through a combination of care, research, education and influence. The charity promotes and protects welfare across the full spectrum of the equine world including horses in need, sport and leisure horses, and horses used in work and production in marginalised communities worldwide.

World Horse Welfare is committed to championing equality and diversity in all aspects of employment and in the services that it provides. We encourage applications from under-represented groups, particularly ethnically diverse communities, LGBTQ+ and disabled people.

�� Vauxhall, South London | �� 4 days per week | �� £50,000 – £55,000 p.a. 

Are you a dynamic and visionary leader who can combine strategic thinking with hands-on leadership? Vauxhall City Farm is looking for a Managing Director to lead our passionate team, champion our mission, and shape the future of one of London’s oldest and most iconic city farms as we approach our 50th anniversary.

Every year, over 60,000 people visit the Farm, including 7,000+ children and young people. We offer life-changing opportunities through education, wellbeing programmes, outreach, and a warm, welcoming space in the heart of the city.

As Managing Director, you will:

• Lead on strategy, partnerships, and income generation
• Ensure operational excellence, animal welfare and visitor experience
• Build relationships with funders, stakeholders, and the local community
• Work closely with the Board of Trustees to shape long-term goals
• Bring energy, resilience, and vision to drive innovation and sustainability

�� Apply by: Midday, 17 April 2025
�� To apply: Email your CV and a two-page statement
 

Location: Godalming, UK (Hybrid – minimum 2 days in the office)

Salary: Up to £40,000 per annum(Depending upon skills and experience)

About Us:  

Compassion in World Farming International is a leading global animal welfare organisation dedicated to ending factory farming. We were founded in 1967 by Peter Roberts, a British farmer alarmed by the rise of factory farming. We have achieved bans on some of the most inhumane practices including barren battery cages, veal crates, and sow gestation crates in the UK and Europe. Our corporate engagement work has led to commitments that benefit over 3 billion animals with better lives every year.  

Our approach involves campaigning, advocacy, and engagement with policymakers at national, intergovernmental, and corporate levels, building a movement of individuals concerned about animal welfare and the health and sustainability of our food. We are driven by a passion for animal welfare and global food system change, believing in a future where animals are treated with compassion and respect, and where sustainable farming practices prevail for a healthy planet.  

Our international headquarters are in Godalming, Surrey, UK, with team members in 14 countries on four Continents, including the US, Italy, France, Poland, the Netherlands, Spain, Czechia, China, and a specialist policy office in Brussels.   

About the Role:

As our European Food Business Manager, you will be instrumental in driving corporate change to improve farm animal welfare and promote a more sustainable food system across Europe and the UK.

In this solutions-focused role, you will work closely with leading food businesses, including retailers, producers, and food service companies, to encourage them to adopt higher welfare standards and reduce their reliance on animal-sourced products. By using your expertise in relationship management and corporate engagement, you will help secure public commitments to eliminating cages, improving broiler and fish welfare, and setting measurable targets for meat and dairy reduction.

A key part of your role will be supporting businesses in implementing their commitments, using Compassion’s industry-leading tools and resources to facilitate change. You will also contribute to public benchmarking and corporate reporting efforts, ensuring transparency and accountability within the sector. You will also represent Compassion in industry forums, working groups, and conferences, collaborating with stakeholders to find practical solutions to the challenges of transitioning away from intensive farming.

About You:

To succeed in this role, you will need to be a skilled relationship manager with experience in corporate engagement, sales, marketing, or supply chain management. You’ll need to have a strategic mindset, with the ability to influence key decision-makers in the food industry and drive meaningful change for farm animal welfare and sustainability.

With strong negotiation and communication skills, you will be able tod build and maintain effective partnerships with major food businesses, persuading them to adopt higher welfare standards and meat reduction targets. Ideally, you’ll have experience working in the food, agriculture, or sustainability sectors, with a solid understanding of corporate responsibility, supply chains, and sustainability trends. Knowledge of farm animal welfare and food system transformation would be highly beneficial.

You’ll need to be a self-starter, who is able to manage multiple projects and priorities with ease, and thrive both independently and as part of a collaborative team. You'll have a proficiency in CRM systems (such as Salesforce), strong analytical skills, and the ability to interpret data to drive strategy will be advantageous.

Why Should You Apply:

If you’re passionate about creating a more humane and sustainable food system and have the skills to influence major food businesses, this is a unique opportunity to drive real change.

Join our team and make a lasting impact, while being part of a workplace that values and supports you every step of the way:   

- Enjoy an enhanced annual leave of 25 days per year, along with bank holidays.      

- Our comprehensive benefits package includes core offerings like Health Cash Back Plan     

- MHFA support – 24/7 GP access and Employee Assistance Programme     

- Free onsite parking,     

- Optional savings schemes like the Cycle Benefit scheme.      

- Embrace a fulfilling career that prioritises your well-being, while also enjoying excellent development opportunities     

- Hybrid working model (dependant on role and location)      

- A defined contribution pension scheme     

- Enhanced discretionary company sick pay     

- Premium Subscription to Calm App     
Learn more about working with Compassion, by taking a look at our Candidate Pack HERE. 

 To Apply:       

If you are passionate about animal welfare and have the skills and experience to excel in this role, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter, outlining how you meet the Person Specification detailed in the job description. Please note that we reserve the right to commence interviews on a rolling programme, so we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.      

 Application Information:     

Cut-off date:  23rd April 2025 

1st Stage (Teams) Interviews:  Week commencing the  28th April 2025 (TBC)

2nd Stage (Face to Face at HQ) Interviews:  Week commencing 5th May 2025 (TBC) 

No agencies please.     

In order to comply with legal requirements, as part of our selection procedure we ask all potential employees to prove their eligibility to work in the UK.       

Compassion in World Farming is absolutely committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone regardless of their background.  We value diversity and live experience and acknowledge the underrepresentation of people from certain backgrounds, both within our organisation and across the sector.  We welcome applications from underrepresented groups, whether these be of ethnicity, gender, identity, religion, physical ability, sexual orientation or other.     

You may also have experience in the following: Engagement Manager, Partnership Manager, Supply Chain Manager, Supply Chain Manager, Food Supply, Supply planner, Key Account Manager, Account Manager, Sales Manager, Account Management, Business Development Manager, Business Development Executive, Account Executive, Client Relationship Management, Relationship Management, Partnership Manager etc

REF-220 604

Public Affairs Manager

These are exciting times for the Donkey Sanctuary and we have an excellent opportunity for a creative Public Affairs Manager, with outstanding collaborative and relationship-building skills, to join our collaborative global department focused on influencing change, using campaigning and public affairs tactics. 

Position: Public Affairs Manager

Location: Devon – an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty/hybrid working (applications for fully remote/home working and flexible working patterns welcomed)

Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week, 08.30-16.30, Monday-Friday

Salary: £46,402 per annum

Contract: Permanent

Closing date: Sunday 13 April 2025. Initial interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams on Wednesday 7 May 2025. Applicants successful at this stage will progress to final interviews, held via Microsoft Teams, on Thursday 15 May 2025.

About the Role

As Public Affairs Manager, you will to bring to life our global influencing strategy and plans, with expectation of substantial external representation from local to United Nations level, to tackle the greatest threats working donkeys face locally and around the world, from the donkey skin trade to challenges working animals face in disasters.

Principal duties include: 

• Working with departmental leadership to develop, design and implement plans to support the charities strategic aims to influence decision-makers and build powerful partnerships for change.

• Representing externally at conferences and events, ensuring coordination among partners, and that communications advance public affairs diplomatically.

• Collaborating with coalition partners and other animal welfare networks ensuring positive partnerships and successful outcomes.

• Managing a small team, developing its vision and objectives, maintaining and empowering an inclusive work environment, setting clear objectives to meet departmental goals.

• Engaging with the positions and work of inter-governmental agencies, and how they could link with and/or support the work of the charity, such as UK Government, United Nations agencies, WOAH, European Union, AU-IBAR. 

• Identifying new alliances and partnerships for the charity.

Due to the seniority and nature of the role, flexibility will be required for working outside of core hours, and for occasional UK and international travel.

About You

You will need to bring with you the following skills and experience:

• Experience of working in a global strategic influencing role.

• Experience of influencing results at institutional level, ideally with the UN and its various agencies, governments and other influential stakeholders.

• A strong understanding of animal welfare and linked agendas, including international development, including One Health and conservation. 

• Proven senior coordination and collaborative skills, with the ability to multi-task and work with a number of conflicting demands to meet multiple deadlines.

• A good understanding of the challenges and opportunities when ensuring integration between organisational programming, influencing and campaigns work.

• Experience of leading teams to develop and implement effective strategies and supporting with budgets and work planning.

• Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to translate complex information into easy-to-understand messages.

What you get in return…

• Competitive pension.

• Life assurance.

• 31 days holiday (including Bank holidays), rising to 34 with each full year of service.

• Wellbeing team.

• Recorded Pilates classes.

• Long service awards.

• Healthshield plan

• Free parking.

• Subsidised restaurant and shop.

About the Organisation

The Donkey Sanctuary is one of the UK’s largest international animal welfare charities, currently supporting projects in over 35 countries worldwide, working for a world where donkeys and mules live free from suffering and their contribution to humanity is fully valued.

The Charity is a Disability Confident Employer, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable people (children and adults) and expects all staff and volunteers to undertake this commitment. Applicants will be subject to safer recruitment processes, including an application for a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check where required for the post.

You may also have experience in areas such as Public Affairs Manager, Public Affairs Lead, Senior Public Affairs Officer, Policy and Public Affairs, Communications and Public Affairs, Policy and Public Affairs Manager, Animal, Animal Welfare.

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation

Job Title: Fundraising Manager

Location: The Hugs Foundation, Bodmin
Reports To: Charity Manager
Hours: 32-40 hours per week, Monday to Friday (with flexibility for evenings/weekends). Potential for full time if wanted.
Salary: £32,000 (D.O.E) FTE

Role Overview:

Manage and grow the charity’s fundraising efforts and financial operations. Develop and implement strategies for sustainable funding, secure multi-year grants, and diversify income streams to support the charity's mission. Represent the charity publicly and build relationships with key partners, donors, and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create and implement a fundraising strategy to increase funding and secure grants.
• Monitor, evaluate, and report on fundraising performance.
• Build relationships with local businesses, corporates, high-value donors, and other stakeholders.
• Identify and manage a variety of income streams (e.g., trusts, grants, corporates, donors, crowdfunding, legacies).
• Oversee trust and grant fundraising, including bid writing and fund management.
• Maintain accurate donor records and ensure compliance with relevant regulations (GDPR, Fundraising Regulator).
• Manage Gift Aid submissions.
• Provide weekly updates to the Charity Manager on progress and challenges.
• Ensure fundraising policies align with current legislation.
• Contribute to the charity's risk register and help manage risks.
• Update website, social media, and newsletters related to fundraising.
• Adhere to The Hugs Foundation’s values and work as part of a team.

Personal Qualities & Experience

Essential

• Experienced in developing and implementing fundraising strategies and delivering against target.
• Passionate about animal welfare and human well-being.
• Team-oriented, motivated, reliable, and results-driven.
• Creative with excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Strong IT skills (Microsoft 365, CRM databases, and social media platforms).
• Able to manage budgets and have prior experience in the charity sector.
• Skilled in communication (verbal, written, and marketing materials).
• Knowledgeable about GDPR and fundraising regulations.
• Driving license and access to transport (due to rural location).

Desirable:

• Experience in charity management or multi-project oversight.
• Experience in animal rescue or mental health sectors.
• Understanding of safeguarding practices.

The candidate will be required to work within the guidelines of The Hugs Foundation’s values, using them as a framework to manage and communicate with the rest of the team. The job description is not exhaustive, and this role maybe required to undertake other reasonable tasks as directed by the Charity Manager and Board of Trustees.

Note: All appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including a satisfactory Enhanced criminal records (with Barred List check if the role will be actively engaged in regulated activity) through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). This will only be submitted once the role is offered and accepted.

Closing date 6th April 2025.

Interviews to be held Wednesday 16th April 2025.

Executive Assistant to Global Directors (Fundraising and COO)

Location: HQ, Godalming UK (Hybrid working x2 days per week in the office: Tuesdays & Thursdays preferred) 
Job Type: Permanent – Part-time 0.8 FTE (4 days / 30 hours per week) 
Salary: Up to £33,000 FTE (depending upon skills and experience) 

Are you an experienced administrator, who excels in providing high-level support at Director level, managing complex schedules, and coordinating impactful events? If so, our client want to hear from you. 

About The Organisation

Our client is a leading global animal welfare organisation dedicated to ending factory farming. They were founded in 1967 by Peter Roberts, a British farmer alarmed by the rise of factory farming. They have achieved bans on some of the most inhumane practices including barren battery cages, veal crates, and sow gestation crates in the UK and Europe. Their corporate engagement work has led to commitments that benefit over 3 billion animals with better lives every year. 

Their approach involves campaigning, advocacy, and engagement with policymakers at national, intergovernmental, and corporate levels, building a movement of individuals concerned about animal welfare and the health and sustainability of their food. They are driven by a passion for animal welfare and global food system change, believing in a future where animals are treated with compassion and respect, and where sustainable farming practices prevail for a healthy planet. 

Their international headquarters are in Godalming, Surrey, UK, with team members in 14 countries on four Continents, including the US, Italy, France, Poland, the Netherlands, Spain, Czechia, China, and a specialist policy office in Brussels. 

About the Role

As their Executive Assistant to the Global Director of Fundraising and the COO, you will play a crucial role in supporting their global leadership team. You will manage complex diaries, handle correspondence, assist with financial processes, coordinate travel, and arrange events and meetings, both at HQ and internationally. This is a multifaceted role where you’ll be ensuring seamless operations and effective communication, helping the Directors meet their strategic objectives. 

You will also assist with project administration and maintain accurate records in our systems (e.g., Salesforce), contributing to our overall operational effectiveness. You will be expected to maintain confidentiality, and work flexibly to meet the needs of the role, including occasional out-of-office support for events. 

About You

To succeed in this role, you’ll need to be highly organised, with proven experience managing multiple complex schedules, and coordinating a variety of tasks, with outstanding attention to detail. You should be comfortable working independently and managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. A collaborative approach is key, as you will be working with various teams across the organization, and internationally. Strong administrative skills are essential, as well as experience supporting senior leadership. You will possess excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, as well as CRM systems such as Salesforce. 

Flexibility is key, as the role requires occasional travel and out-of-hours support for events and meetings. A proactive, methodical, and adaptable approach to tasks is essential. 

Why Should you Apply?

You’ll be part of a dedicated team working toward a world where farmed animals are treated with respect, and sustainable farming practices thrive. By joining them, you’ll have the opportunity to make a tangible difference in the fight to end factory farming globally. 

Join their team and make a lasting impact, while being part of a workplace that values and supports you every step of the way:
 
•    Enjoy an enhanced annual leave of 25 days per year, along with bank holidays.  
•    Our comprehensive benefits package includes core offerings like Health Cash Back Plan  
•    MHFA support – 24/7 GP access and Employee Assistance Programme  
•    Free onsite parking,  
•    Optional savings schemes like the Cycle Benefit scheme.  
•    Embrace a fulfilling career that prioritises your well-being, while also enjoying excellent development opportunities  
•    Hybrid working model (dependant on role and location)  
•    A defined contribution pension scheme  
•    Enhanced discretionary company sick pay  
•    Premium Subscription to Calm App  
 
To Apply:  
 
If you are passionate about animal welfare and have the skills and experience to excel in this role, they would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter, outlining how you meet the Person Specification detailed in the job description. Please note that they reserve the right to commence interviews on a rolling programme, so encourage you to apply as soon as possible.  
 
Application Information:  
 
Cut-off date: 15th April 2025 
1st Stage (Teams) Interviews: 23rd or 25th April 2025 
2nd Stage (Teams or Face to Face at HQ) Interviews (with Task): 1st May 2025 
 
No agencies please.  
 
In order to comply with legal requirements, as part of their selection procedure they ask all potential employees to prove their eligibility to work in the UK.  
 
Our client is absolutely committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone regardless of their background. They value diversity and live experience and acknowledge the underrepresentation of people from certain backgrounds, both within their organisation and across the sector. They welcome applications from underrepresented groups, whether these be of ethnicity, gender, identity, religion, physical ability, sexual orientation or other.  

You may also have experience in the following: Administrator,  Executive Assistant; Executive Coordinator; Executive Office Manager; Executive office coordinator, Project Management; Education coordinator; Partnerships; Engagement, Personal Assistant   Project Support, Project Assistant, Project Coordinator, Project Administrator, Project Management, Business support Admin, Project Compliance, Asset Management, Business Support Officer, Operations Coordinator, Senior Executive Assistant, Executive Support

REF-220602

Intelligence Officer

The charity is tackling the greatest threats working donkeys face locally and around the world, from the donkey skin trade to challenges working animals face in disasters.

We have an excellent opportunity for a highly proactive, self-motivated and professional team player to join our collaborative global department focused on influencing change, using campaigning and public affairs tactics at an exciting point of growth in our influencing work. 

Position: 1907 Intelligence Officer

Location: Devon/hybrid working (applications for fully remote/home working and flexible working patterns welcomed)

Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week, 08.30-16.30, Monday-Friday

Salary: £30,509 per annum

Contract: Permanent

Closing date: Monday 21 April 2025. However, we reserve the right to close this role early if a suitable candidate is found.

About the Role

As Intelligence Officer, your primary focus will be to maintain and update The Donkey Sanctuary’s trade tracker dashboard with up to date intel and data on the global donkey skin trade. You will analyse trends and communicate relevant intel pro-actively with internal and external stakeholders through concise and informative trade alerts and reports, while building and managing crucial relationships. This role provides essential support to the delivery of The Donkey Sanctuary’s skin trade campaign strategy.

Principal duties include: 

• Maintaining, updating and analysing The Donkey Sanctuary’s trade tracker dashboard.

• Tracking legal, trade, or policy changes globally that impact the donkey skin trade or animal welfare more broadly.

• Creating visually compelling reports to present complex trade data to diverse audiences effectively.

• Playing an active and motivated role in the Skins campaign, ensuring the campaign strategy is consistently and effectively supported to deliver our aim of ensuring no donkeys will suffer through a global trade in donkey skins.

• Contributing to policy briefings and advocacy efforts aimed at influencing decision-makers and stakeholders to address the global donkey skin trade.

• Collaborating with the Risk Team to assess risks and/or vulnerabilities related to the global donkey skin trade to better inform organisational strategies and responses.

• Collaborating across the organisation and with global partners in order to support the activities of the Skins campaign and with the Communications and Content Departments to support relevant global content. 

About You

You will need to bring with you the following skills and experience:

• Excellent research and analytical skills, together with a proven ability to analyse data and look for connections.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and proven experience of working and communicating internationally with diverse internal and external stakeholders.

• Experience of working with databases and data inputting.

• Excellent IT skills including Word, Outlook, internet, Excel.

• Comfortable and confident in operating in new, uncertain and complex situations.

• Proven ability to build and maintain strong working relationships internationally with internal and external stakeholders.

• Strong organisational and prioritising skills, together with the ability to maintain a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail whilst dealing with a number of conflicting demands. 

What you get in return…

• Competitive pension.

• Life assurance.

• 31 days holiday (including Bank holidays), rising to 34 with each full year of service.

• Wellbeing team.

• Recorded Pilates classes.

• Long service awards.

• Healthshield plan

• Free parking.

• Subsidised restaurant and shop.

About the Organisation

The Donkey Sanctuary is one of the UK’s largest international animal welfare charities, currently supporting projects in over 35 countries worldwide, working for a world where donkeys and mules live free from suffering and their contribution to humanity is fully valued.

The Charity is a Disability Confident Employer, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable people (children and adults) and expects all staff and volunteers to undertake this commitment. Applicants will be subject to safer recruitment processes, including an application for a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check where required for the post.

You may also have experience in areas such as Intelligence Officer, Intelligence Research, Data Analyst, Data Officer, Intelligence Data Officer, Policy Officer, Animal Welfare, Impact Officer, Research, Researcher, Campaigning, Public Affairs. 

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.

Fundraising Relationships and Business Development Manager (1-2 days a month in London)
£40,000 per annum | Full-Time or Part-Time Considered | Permanent

Are you an experienced fundraiser passionate about building high-value relationships? Join SPANA as our Fundraising Relationships and Business Development Manager, where you’ll develop corporate partnerships and engage major donors to secure vital funding for the welfare of working animals worldwide.

What You’ll Do
As Fundraising Relationships and Business Development Manager, you will:

• Lead and grow SPANA’s high-value donor and corporate fundraising programme.
• Identify and cultivate new corporate partnerships and major donors to expand income streams.
• Manage and develop relationships with existing high-value supporters, ensuring long-term engagement.
• Develop compelling fundraising proposals, appeals, and stewardship activities to maximise donor commitment.
• Project-manage the development of marketing materials and fundraising events.
• Work closely with internal teams to identify funding opportunities and align donor engagement strategies.
• Support senior stakeholders, including the CEO and Global Director of Fundraising, in donor engagement activities.

Why Choose SPANA?

• Impact-Driven Work: Your fundraising efforts will support vital programmes improving the lives of working animals globally.
• Career Development: Work in a growing team, with opportunities to develop your expertise in major donor and corporate fundraising.
• Collaborative Culture: Be part of a dedicated team working together to make a tangible difference.
• Flexible Working: Hybrid role with remote working and travel to London 1-2 times per month.
• Part-Time Considered: We are open to part-time arrangements for the right candidate.

What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for a proactive fundraiser who:

• Has experience securing income from high-value donors and corporate partnerships.
• Is skilled in developing tailored fundraising proposals and relationship stewardship strategies.
• Can confidently engage senior stakeholders and supporters in fundraising activities.
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment, balancing multiple projects and priorities.
• Is passionate about animal welfare and SPANA’s mission to protect working animals worldwide.

About SPANA
SPANA is dedicated to transforming the welfare of working animals in some of the world’s most vulnerable communities. Through veterinary care, training, and advocacy, we ensure working animals receive the protection and support they deserve. Our fundraising partnerships are crucial in driving this mission forward.

How to Apply
If you’re ready to lead high-value fundraising initiatives and make a real impact, apply today. Together, we can create a better future for working animals worldwide.

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.

Executive Assistant to Global Directors (Fundraising and COO) 

Job Type: Permanent – Part-time 0.8 FTE (4 days / 30 hours per week) 

Salary: Up to £33,000 FTE (depending upon skills and experience) 

Location: HQ, Godalming UK (Hybrid working x2 days per week in the office: Tuesdays & Thursdays preferred) 

Are you an experienced administrator, who excels in providing high-level support at Director level, managing complex schedules, and coordinating impactful events? If so, we want to hear from you. 

About Us 

Compassion in World Farming International is a leading global animal welfare organisation dedicated to ending factory farming. We were founded in 1967 by Peter Roberts, a British farmer alarmed by the rise of factory farming. We have achieved bans on some of the most inhumane practices including barren battery cages, veal crates, and sow gestation crates in the UK and Europe. Our corporate engagement work has led to commitments that benefit over 3 billion animals with better lives every year.  

Our approach involves campaigning, advocacy, and engagement with policymakers at national, intergovernmental, and corporate levels, building a movement of individuals concerned about animal welfare and the health and sustainability of our food. We are driven by a passion for animal welfare and global food system change, believing in a future where animals are treated with compassion and respect, and where sustainable farming practices prevail for a healthy planet.  

Our international headquarters are in Godalming, Surrey, UK, with team members in 14 countries on four Continents, including the US, Italy, France, Poland, the Netherlands, Spain, Czechia, China, and a specialist policy office in Brussels. 

About the Role

As our Executive Assistant to the Global Director of Fundraising and the COO, you will play a crucial role in supporting our global leadership team. You will manage complex diaries, handle correspondence, assist with financial processes, coordinate travel, and arrange events and meetings, both at HQ and internationally. This is a multifaceted role where you’ll be ensuring seamless operations and effective communication, helping the Directors meet their strategic objectives. 

You will also assist with project administration and maintain accurate records in our systems (e.g., Salesforce), contributing to our overall operational effectiveness. You will be expected to maintain confidentiality, and work flexibly to meet the needs of the role, including occasional out-of-office support for events. 

About You

To succeed in this role, you’ll need to be highly organised, with proven experience managing multiple complex schedules, and coordinating a variety of tasks, with outstanding attention to detail. You should be comfortable working independently and managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. A collaborative approach is key, as you will be working with various teams across the organization, and internationally. Strong administrative skills are essential, as well as experience supporting senior leadership. You will possess excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, as well as CRM systems such as Salesforce.  

Flexibility is key, as the role requires occasional travel and out-of-hours support for events and meetings. A proactive, methodical, and adaptable approach to tasks is essential.  

Why Should you Apply?

At Compassion in World Farming, you’ll be part of a dedicated team working toward a world where farmed animals are treated with respect, and sustainable farming practices thrive. By joining us, you’ll have the opportunity to make a tangible difference in the fight to end factory farming globally. 

Join our team and make a lasting impact, while being part of a workplace that values and supports you every step of the way:   
    

- Enjoy an enhanced annual leave of 25 days per year, along with bank holidays.      

- Our comprehensive benefits package includes core offerings like Health Cash Back Plan     

- MHFA support – 24/7 GP access and Employee Assistance Programme     

- Free onsite parking,     

- Optional savings schemes like the Cycle Benefit scheme.      

- Embrace a fulfilling career that prioritises your well-being, while also enjoying excellent development opportunities     

- Hybrid working model (dependant on role and location)      

- A defined contribution pension scheme     

- Enhanced discretionary company sick pay     

- Premium Subscription to Calm App     

Learn more about working with Compassion, by taking a look at our Candidate Pack HERE. 

 To Apply:        

If you are passionate about animal welfare and have the skills and experience to excel in this role, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter, outlining how you meet the Person Specification detailed in the job description. Please note that we reserve the right to commence interviews on a rolling programme, so encourage you to apply as soon as possible.     

 Application Information:      

Cut-off date:  15th April 2025 

1st Stage (Teams) Interviews:  23rd or 25th April 2025 

2nd Stage (Teams or Face to Face at HQ) Interviews (with Task):  1st May 2025 

No agencies please.     

In order to comply with legal requirements, as part of our selection procedure we ask all potential employees to prove their eligibility to work in the UK.       

Compassion in World Farming is absolutely committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone regardless of their background.  We value diversity and live experience and acknowledge the underrepresentation of people from certain backgrounds, both within our organisation and across the sector.  We welcome applications from underrepresented groups, whether these be of ethnicity, gender, identity, religion, physical ability, sexual orientation or other.   

You may also have experience in the following: Administrator, Executive Assistant; Executive Coordinator; Executive Office Manager; Executive office coordinator, Project Management; Education coordinator; Partnerships; Engagement, Personal Assistant Project Support, Project Assistant, Project Coordinator, Project Administrator, Project Management, Business support Admin, Project Compliance, Asset Management, Business Support Officer, Operations Coordinator, Senior Executive Assistant, Executive Support

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Policy and Engagement Manager

The Donkey Sanctuary are tackling the greatest threats working donkeys face locally and around the world, from the donkey skin trade to challenges working animals face in disasters. 

We have an excellent opportunity for a creative and detail-oriented individual with excellent communication and collaborative skills to join our collaborative global department focused on influencing change, using campaigning and public affairs tactics. 

Position: Policy and Engagement Manager

Location: Devon – an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty/hybrid working (applications for fully remote/home working and flexible working patterns welcomed)

Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week, 08.30-16.30, Monday-Friday

Salary: £46,402 per annum

Contract: Permanent

Closing date: Sunday 13 April 2025. Initial interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams on Tuesday 6 May 2025. Applicants successful at this stage will progress to final interviews, via Microsoft Teams, on Wednesday 15th May 2025.

About the Role

As Policy and Engagement Manager, you will work in partnership with department leadership to manage our positioning and evidence base for ambitious global influencing strategy and plans, and will share the load on external representation, from local to UN level. This vital role will help us advance credible connections with the sustainable development, wildlife crime, One Health and One Welfare agendas, where this can leverage outcomes and exciting point in our strategy.

Principal duties include: 

• Developing UK, EU and global political engagement for organisation including developing an internal working network.

• Strategically supporting designated cross-organisation influencing campaigns and projects.

• Supporting our international programme partnership influencing goals, developing toolkits and supporting capacity to increase our reach.

• Managing a small team – developing its vision and objectives, maintaining and empowering an inclusive work environment, setting clear objectives to meet organisational goals.

• Developing and maintaining a multi-organisation alliance that engages stakeholders from multiple disciplines, including academic and governmental, for the benefit of the charity causes and managing the coordination of this work.

• Undertaking research and writing policy position papers, reports, briefs, factsheets, external blogs/publications and policy responses.

• Ensuring that The Donkey Sanctuary has a strong voice in the policy making process at national level through the formulation of high quality, well informed policy positions and outputs on issues of relevance to stakeholders.

Due to the seniority and nature of the role, flexibility will be required for working outside of core hours, and for occasional UK and international travel.

About You

You will need to bring with you the following skills and experience:

• Experience of working in a technical (animal welfare or health) global influencing role, with a focus on driving evidence based global positions.

• Experience in the development and delivery of policy positions, research and stakeholder mapping.

• Experience of developing policy or collaborative / coalition based initiatives from evidence-based research, coupled with the ability to communicate the findings to a range of audiences.

• Good knowledge of the major stakeholders the charity must work and engage with, including  UK Government, UN, AU-IBAR, WOAH, the World Bank and The EU.

• Strong written communication skills and research capabilities, and an ability to translate complex information into easy to understand messages.

• Extensive report writing experience, having written or led high level global reports and briefings and evaluating evidence of their impact.

• Excellent organisation skills, able to multi-task and demonstrate working with a number conflicting demands to meet multiple deadlines. 

What you get in return…

• Competitive pension.

• Life assurance.

• 31 days holiday (including Bank holidays), rising to 34 with each full year of service.

• Wellbeing team.

• Recorded Pilates classes.

• Long service awards.

• Healthshield plan

• Free parking.

• Subsidised restaurant and shop.

About the Organisation

The Donkey Sanctuary is one of the UK’s largest international animal welfare charities, currently supporting projects in over 35 countries worldwide, working for a world where donkeys and mules live free from suffering and their contribution to humanity is fully valued.

The Charity is a Disability Confident Employer, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable people (children and adults) and expects all staff and volunteers to undertake this commitment. Applicants will be subject to safer recruitment processes, including an application for a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check where required for the post.

You may also have experience in areas such as Policy, Engagement, Policy and Engagement, Animal Health, Animal Welfare, Research, Policy and Research, Policy and Public Affairs, Campaign, Campaigning, Policy Manager, Engagement Manager, Policy and Engagement Manager, Research, Policy and Research Manager, Policy and Public Affairs Manager, Campaign Manager.

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisationani

Fundraising Relationships Officer (1-2 days a month in London)

£32,000 per annum | Full-Time | Permanent
Are you looking to build your career in fundraising and relationship management? Join SPANA as our Fundraising Relationships Officer, where you’ll play a key role in supporting high-value donor and corporate fundraising initiatives that transform the welfare of working animals worldwide.

What You’ll Do
As Fundraising Relationships Officer, you will:

• Project-manage donor mailings, appeals, and engagement activities to strengthen relationships with major donors and corporate partners.
• Support the stewardship programme, ensuring high-value donors receive exceptional care and communications.
• Conduct in-depth research to identify and analyse new funding opportunities.
• Maintain and manage a donor prospect pipeline to help grow fundraising income.
• Organise and coordinate high-value fundraising events, ensuring seamless execution.
• Assist with the development of fundraising materials to support donor engagement.
• Provide administrative support, including drafting documents, data entry, and meeting coordination.

Why Choose SPANA?

• Impact-Driven Work: Your role will help secure funding that directly improves the lives of working animals.
• Career Development: Gain valuable fundraising experience and develop skills in donor engagement, research, and events.
• Supportive Team: Work within a collaborative and passionate fundraising department.
• Flexible Working: Hybrid role with 1-2 days per month in the London office and remote working.

What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for an organised and proactive individual who:

• Has experience in fundraising, supporter engagement, or a related role.
• Is confident in conducting donor research and maintaining a prospect pipeline.
• Possesses excellent organisational and administrative skills, with attention to detail.
• Can communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Is passionate about animal welfare and committed to SPANA’s mission.

About SPANA
SPANA is dedicated to improving the welfare of working animals worldwide. Through veterinary care, education, and advocacy, we ensure that animals in some of the world’s most vulnerable communities receive the protection and support they deserve.

How to Apply
If you’re ready to support high-value fundraising and make a meaningful impact, apply today. Together, we can create a better future for working animals worldwide.

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.

Salary: £33,000-£35,300
Contract: Permanent, full-time
Location: London/ Hybrid
Closing date: Rolling
Benefits: 4% employer pension contribution rising to 8% after one year, employee assistance programme and up to six free counselling sessions, BUPA health cash plan

We have an excellent opportunity for a Creative Designer working for a brilliant animal welfare charity, where you will report to the Brand Engagement and Planning Manager. As part of this role, you will bring the charity’s brand and mission to life through high-quality, compelling design work across a range of offline and online assets. As a champion of the charity’s brand, you’ll maintain brand consistency across design projects, support brand and design approvals, and oversee design support requests.

This role will offer you the brilliant opportunity to join the charity in its early stages of a brand review project, allowing you to play a key part in activating and rolling out its brand across all channels.

To be successful as the Creative Designer, you will need:

• Demonstrable experience of creative design within a multi-disciplinary graphic design role, with organisational skills and ability to manage own workload.
• Experience of working with internal and external stakeholders to tailor designs to their needs.
• Experienced in Adobe Creative Suite/Cloud, with experience and knowledge of design.

If you would like to have an informal discussion, please call Ashby on 02030 062787 or email your interest along with your CV to [email protected]
Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency, we use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable roles. We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment, working ethically, supporting people to find their perfect role within the not-for-profit sector. 
We are passionate about improving equality across the sector, you can read more about our commitment to diversity here. 
If enough applications are received the charity reserve the right to end the application period sooner.