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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

Oasis Church Southampton

Part time: 20hours per week (0.5FTE)

Fixed Term contract until December 2025

Salary: £15,099 – £17,472 per annum (£30,198 – £34,945 for 1FTE)

We are seeking a highly organised and motivated candidate to drive forward the redevelopment of our community building. We’ve been awarded funding to improve and refurbish The Old Chemist and develop its community engagement.  We are looking for someone to manage relationships with existing stakeholders throughout the essential building works and reach and serve new communities ensuring future sustainability. With the substantial money awarded to us by The Community Ownership Fund (COF) our premises will be made more accessible, useable, and sustainable to better serve the local community. Are you up for this new challenge?

Being people focused, you will develop good working relationships with colleagues, the Building Services Consultant, the Church and the local community to ensure the smooth running of the project. Using your social media skills, community links and local media you will promote the profile of The Old Chemist.  Your previous fundraising and partnership development experience will ensure that future activities can be deployed and resourced effectively.

Your strong skills in communication, IT, project management and team working will be key to this role. Developing procedures and initiatives, you will ensure the onward running of The Old Chemist as a well-managed facility operating within a sustainable framework for the benefit of local residents and organisations that will continue after the current project. You will be instrumental in driving forward the lasting positive impact of Oasis Church and its building The Old Chemist. 

This is a unique opportunity for a self-reliant and results focused individual who is looking to make a difference. In return we offer:

· Flexible working which encourages innovation and fresh ideas

· A friendly and nurturing team which works within the supportive wider Oasis Network

· Pension scheme with 5% employer contributions

For full details of the role please go to the Oasis Church Southampton website.

Closing date: Mon 24 March 2025, 12 noon

Interviews will be held on Mon 31 March 2025

Please email us your CV and cover letter. For further information please visit the Oasis Charitable Trust Jobs Website.

We actively encourage applications from people of all ethnic backgrounds and underrepresented groups. If you require any assistance to overcome potential barriers during the recruitment process, please let us know. 

The successful candidates must have the right to work in the UK.  Oasis cannot assist with sponsorship or visas.

Oasis supports Equal Opportunities.  Registered Charity No. 1045724

We are seeking a Family Liaison Officer to lead on managing relationships with the charity’s patient families.This is a new and pioneering role for the charity and aligns with our strategy to provide greater support and opportunities to the families we work with to promote connection with others and give them much-needed rest and recovery time. This is an exciting opportunity to expand and develop this groundbreaking service into the future and develop the role as the three-year strategy evolves.

The Royal Institution (Ri) is an independent charity which has been connecting people with science for over 200 years. Founded in 1799 through the wonderful generosity of 58 patrons, to this day we remain based in our original, magnificent, Georgian home in central London. Thanks to the support of those early philanthropists, the Ri has inspired generations of scientists over the years whose discoveries have helped shape our modern world.

The Ri has a clear vision that ‘Science is for Everyone’ and it is our belief that everyone should have equitable access to science. Through our packed event programme available in person or online, our UK schools outreach and social impact initiatives, and our global digital reach including over 1.5m YouTube subscribers we achieve our mission by connecting people with scientists to explore science together.

We are looking for a tenacious, determined fundraiser with strong bid-writing skills to join our Fundraising Team and manage our fundraising from grant-giving trusts and foundations. You will be results-oriented and a compelling and engaging writer who can work at all levels of the organisation to develop impactful proposals to attract funding which will enable the Ri to achieve its strategy and its potential. 

This role is key in maximising income from charitable trusts and foundations, collaborating across the Ri to develop innovative and compelling proposals, delivering excellent account management and stewardship to existing donors, and identifying, researching and engaging new prospects. 

You will develop cultivation strategies for current and prospective trusts and foundations donors, as well as implement and manage the stewardship programme to increase retention and value of funding.

About you

Driven and motivated, you will be an engaging communicator and creative thinker with experience at writing persuasive funding proposals and the ability to communicate complex messages to a range of grant-giving audiences.

Do you have:

• Substantial experience of fundraising in the cultural or education sector
• Trusts and foundations fundraising experience and strong bid writing expertise
• Experience preparing fundraising applications and grant reporting
• Demonstrable experience of maximising opportunities, securing income and managing relationships with donors
• Confidence, agility and initiative to work independently and find solutions to challenges 

If so, we’d love to hear from you!

Hay Time Project Manager | Full-time 35 hours per week (part time at four days per week will be considered) | £34,555 - £37,880 
Based at our offices in Clapham, near Settle, with a mix of office (minimum 2 days per week) and home working. 

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Project Manager to lead on delivering our new grassland strategy, focused on offering guidance, advice and support to landowners and communities.

You’ll play a critical role in restoring and enhancing wildflower meadows across the Yorkshire Dales and Forest of Bowland, as well as helping people to discover, celebrate and enjoy meadows through training, volunteering and events.

About Yorkshire Dales Millennium Trust 

We are a small charity doing big things to help to protect and enhance the People, Landscape and Wildlife of the Dales. 

For 27 years we have delivered diverse and inspirational projects, helping to plant 1.6 million trees and securing the future of more than 850 hectares of wildflower hay meadows, creating habitats for our wildlife and combatting climate change. We are passionate about inspiring disadvantaged groups and future generations to care for this special area.

About the role 

The Hay Time Manager will play a key part in liaising with land managers, partner organisations, volunteers and community groups to develop and deliver annual programmes of restoration and enhancement schemes. You will lead a small team to deliver a calendar of training and events for a range of audiences, as well as ensuring monitoring and evaluation is in place so we are delivering the best impact for the area.

As part of our new strategy, we are developing a small-scale seed collection and growing project, with a focus on growing rarer species to support the delivery of a range of enhancement schemes.

We have strong partnerships in place with other grassland restoration projects and organisation, helping to share best practice and deliver greater impact.

As a Manager at YDMT you will help to support the development and management of new projects and work across all our projects to identify opportunities for cross team working.

We believe the role will be a highly rewarding one, and a real opportunity for someone to develop their skills in a fantastic organisation, whilst benefiting this wonderful area and its communities.

About you

We're looking for someone with a background in grassland restoration and management who can work with a range of landowners, providing advice and guidance.

Your role will focus on managing complex grassland schemes and delivering them within timeframes and budgets.

You will be a highly organised person, who is able to manage a diverse workload. You will have good communication skills and feel comfortable using your own initiative.

Underpinning all of this is your ability to work within our culture – which means sharing our values of being creative, caring, honest and enabling.

Deadline for applications is 9am, Monday 17th March 2025

About Us: 

Enable is a charity dedicated to improving people's wellbeing and strengthening local communities. We work with councils, charities and other local organisations to deliver health, leisure, community services and events that enrich people’s lives and strengthen our local community.

At Enable, we value our employees and our culture, focusing on embracing diversity and fostering an inclusive, flexible and fun environment for employees to perform at their best. On top of a competitive salary and flexible working environment, employees will also receive:

Benefits: 

• 30 days of annual leave (plus 8 bank holidays)
• Life Insurance
• Reward Schemes (RewardHub Membership, wellbeing budgets and cycle to work)
• A variety of social and wellbeing activities each month
• Mental Health & Wellbeing Perks (Monthly talks, Wellbeing Hour, etc)
• Free Gym Membership
• Free breakfasts/snacks

Reports to: Community Development Manager 

Based: Battersea

Salary: £40,000

Contract: Permanent, Fixed Term, 12-month Contract 

Work Arrangement: 40 hours per week, Flexible environment 

Role Overview: 

The Volunteer Manager will ensure that volunteers are recruited, trained, supported, and engaged in meaningful roles across the London Borough of Culture Programme.

Reporting to the Community Development Manager, a key focus of the role will be to build a sustainable volunteer legacy that continues beyond the Borough of Culture year, strengthening the Wandsworth community’s participation in a wide range of arts, heritage, and cultural activities. 

We are looking for someone who is passionate about building strong communities and making a positive impact. Someone with exceptional organisational and communication skills who is ready to play a pivotal role in fostering a vibrant and connected local community of volunteers.  

Main Duties/Responsibilities:  

• Refine and implement a volunteer strategy aligned with the programme’s values and objectives 
• Develop diverse volunteering opportunities, ensuring accessibility and inclusion for all members of the community
• Responsible for delivering an outreach plan to attract volunteers from a wide range of backgrounds, ensuring representation across the borough, with focus on corporate opportunities, existing volunteers in the borough (repurpose roles) and recruitment of new volunteers
• Collaborate with local stakeholders, cultural organisations, and community groups to integrate volunteers into various aspects of the programme
• Create innovative and engaging recruitment campaigns in partnership with marketing and communications teams, social media, and community networks
• Organise and facilitate volunteer induction, training, and development opportunities to enhance skills and confidence
• Implement a volunteer recognition and reward scheme to celebrate contributions and maintain motivation
• Manage the volunteer database and scheduling system to track participation and engagement
• Manage feedback mechanisms to monitor volunteer satisfaction and identify opportunities for programme improvements
• Provide on-the-ground support at events and activities, ensuring a positive experience for volunteers as required
• Monitor and evaluate volunteer engagement, gathering feedback to inform improvements
• Develop a framework for sustaining volunteer engagement, including partnerships with local organisations
• Create pathways for long-term volunteering, employability, and skills development.
• Collaborate with local businesses, educational institutions, and voluntary sector partners to embed volunteering as a long-term cultural and community asset.
• Work closely with LBOC Project Manager, Community Development Team at Enable and external partners to feedback appropriately, strong communication skills and ability to escalate issues or concerns efficiently

Skills and Experience:  

• Proven experience in volunteer management and implementation of volunteer programmes
• Strong ability to recruit, train, and support diverse groups of volunteers
• Experience in arts, culture, or heritage-based volunteering (desirable)
• Experience in securing funding or sponsorship for volunteer initiatives (desirable)
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage with a wide range of stakeholders
• Experience in creating legacy plans and embedding sustainable volunteering structures
• Strong organisational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines (experience working to local authorities contract timelines desirable)
• Knowledge of best practices in volunteering, safeguarding, and inclusion
• Experience in working with CRM / volunteer management systems
• Ability to collect and analyse data to measure volunteer impact
• Familiarity with Wandsworth’s cultural sector and community networks
• Knowledge of local government structures and partnership working
• Commitment to keeping up to date with best practice in volunteering and ensuring compliance with latest legislation

This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of a company that positively impacts the community around them! If you are someone that is motivated by a desire to enrich the lives of others and make a genuine difference, then please Apply Now and follow the prompts. 

Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we find the right candidate.

Enable is strongly committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. To find out more on our approach to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, please visit our website. 

Location: Hybrid (Travel to Brighton (once per week) and London)
Salary: £80,000 - £100,000 per annum
Contract: Full-time, Permanent ideally – (Part time / Interim considered)

Lead a movement. Drive impact. Transform young lives.

Ditch the Label is a pioneering youth charity dedicated to tackling mental health, bullying, inequality, relationships and identity, and the myriads of challenges that young people face through a cutting-edge digital platform. Following the departure of our founder after 19 years, we’re looking for an experienced and commercially minded CEO to drive our next phase of growth and ensure we continue empowering young people on a global scale.

This is a rare opportunity to lead a high-profile, digital-first charity making a measurable impact. We are looking for an inspirational leader with strong commercial acumen, digital expertise, and a strategic mindset to scale our reach and sustainability.

About the Role

Reporting to the Board of Trustees, you’ll be responsible for strategy, financial sustainability, and operational effectiveness—leading our talented team while strengthening partnerships and revenue streams.

What You’ll Do

• Lead & grow the organisation, ensuring we remain innovative and impactful.
• Develop sustainable income streams through partnerships, fundraising, and digital opportunities.
• Expand and evolve our digital engagement to maximise reach and impact.
• Champion youth voices and act as the face of the charity in the media and key events.
• Inspire and manage a high-performing team, fostering a culture of collaboration and inclusion.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven CEO/MD experience (ideally in a charity, social enterprise, or digital-first organisation).
• Strong commercial acumen, with a track record in securing funding and driving financial growth.
• Expertise in digital engagement, with an understanding of platforms, performance metrics, and audience reach.
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence and inspire.
• Passion for youth empowerment and a commitment to making a difference.

Why Join Us?

• Shape the future of a respected charity with a huge digital reach and real-world impact.
• Competitive salary and benefits, recognising the value of great leadership.
• A platform for innovation, offering the chance to redefine youth engagement.
• A passionate and ambitious team, driven by a shared mission.

This role may require a DBS check and you must have the right to work in the UK to be considered. Please see full job description for details.

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Are you a public affairs professional looking for a new and exciting challenge?   

About the Foundation 
 
We’re an independent charitable foundation funded by Lloyds Banking Group. We work in partnership with small and local charities, people and communities, changing lives and working towards a more just and compassionate society.   

Through unrestricted funding, support to develop, and influencing policy and practice we help small and local charities thrive, communities grow stronger, and people overcome complex issues and barriers so they can transform their lives.  

 
The Role 
 
We are looking for someone with a proven track record in public affairs to join the Foundation’s Policy, Communications and Research directorate.   

You will be responsible for growing our public affairs activity to increase the impact of both the Foundation’s and our charity partners’ influencing. With experience of building strong relationships with key stakeholders, you will help to ensure the Foundation, and our partners are helping to shape government policy and practice across a range of complex issues.   

A varied and interesting role, alongside this public affairs focus, you will also work across the Policy team’s wider influencing – from analysing charities’ reports to managing grants focused on influencing change. You will get to work with a range of partners and stakeholders, from frontline charities and the people they support to think tanks, infrastructure charities and high-profile parliamentarians.   

It is an exciting time to join the Foundation, under new leadership and as we shape a new organisation-wide strategy for 2026 – and at a critical time for charities and the people they support facing significant challenges and with a government that has publicly committed to increased partnership with charities.    

The Benefits  

• - Comprehensive training and development plan with a dedicated budget 
• - The chance to make a difference to small charities and the people they support across England and Wales
• - Ability to work across a number of interesting issues  
• - Opportunity to grow our public affairs activity

About You 
 
To be considered as our Public Affairs and National Programmes Manager, you will need: 
 
Key requirements and competencies:  

• Helping the Foundation deliver changes to practice and policy in a selected number of issues at national level (England and Wales) based on evidence generated through the Foundation’s funding, through building relationships, disseminating learning and influencing others.  

• Building relationships across government and with key stakeholders to increase the Foundation’s influence and increase opportunities for charity partners to influence change.  

• Supporting the Policy & National Programmes Manager in developing and delivering a programme of activity to champion and raise the profile of small and local charities, their value and the issues facing them to bring about changes in policy and practice to deliver change in communities.  

• Building relationships with key stakeholders to develop ideas and identify potential partners for strategic funding opportunities.   

• Providing programme support for grants programmes focused on influencing including managing application and reporting requirements and working alongside grant holders influencing change to increase both their and the Foundation’s impact.  

• Taking the learning from the Foundation’s and our charity partners’ work to share knowledge and expertise across the organisation and externally.   

• Producing reports, consultation responses, briefings and presentations which highlight our policy positions and spread our influence  

• Working closely with the Wales Policy & Partnerships Manager to strengthen our public affairs activity in Wales.   

• Working closely with colleagues across the Policy, Communications and Research team to strengthen our insights and the impact of our influencing.   

• Representing the Foundation at a range of forums and events and working with Communications colleagues to arrange / host events / meetings / roundtables to convene key stakeholders.  

• Working closely with Lloyds Banking Group’s policy and public affairs colleagues, sharing insight and learning to increase our influencing impact and achieve shared goals.   

• Develop and maintain an approach to tracking political engagement and the impact of our influencing.    

 
We encourage applications from all sections of our diverse community, irrespective of age, disability, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, maternity, race (which includes colour, nationality and ethnic or national origins), sexual orientation, religion or belief, or because someone is married or in a civil partnership. We want an inclusive organisation that reflects our community and where everyone feels empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. We believe our organisation will be a better, more creative and innovative place to work if we can harness the benefit of different perspectives. 
 
So, if you’re looking to develop your skillset as a Public Affairs and National Programmes Manager, please apply via the button shown.

We are looking for an experienced Marketing Manager to join the Communications and Marketing team. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and delivering an effective marketing strategy to raise awareness of and support for the Royal Hospital Chelsea, to help meet the organisation's core objectives.

The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering impactful, multi-channel campaigns for a broad range of projects including the year-round programme of events at the recently opened Soane Stable Yard and across the site, working with our partners to promote the Chelsea Heritage Quarter, and further afield with the launch of our Veterans' Outreach programme. 

The Royal Hospital Chelsea has been the home of the iconic veterans of the British Army, the Chelsea Pensioners for more than 330 years. We offer excellent accommodation, comradeship and the highest standards of care in recognition of their loyal service to the nation. Any former soldier of the British Army over the age of 66, who is facing spending their advanced years alone, can apply for residence. About 300 army veterans live at the Hospital today, including those who have served in Korea, the Falkland Islands, Cyprus, Northern Ireland and World War II. Others may not have served in campaigns, but all understand what it means to be a soldier and the potential sacrifice that it entails.

The Royal Hospital is a Grade I and II listed site, a beautiful architectural legacy left to us by Charles II and Sir Christopher Wren. Maintenance of the site continues today with ongoing restoration work to ensure that this legacy lives on into the future.

About Us.

The ethos of the Royal Hospital is one that puts a premium on selflessness and companionship.  Our values of nurturing belonging, respect individuals, encourage pride and enjoy life underpin that ethos. We are united in a shared purpose, living and working together and ensuring everyone has a place in our diverse social and military community.

The Royal Hospital Chelsea is dedicated to equality, diversity, and inclusion, where all backgrounds and abilities can reach their full potential. We pride ourselves on attracting a wide range of talent, removing potential barriers, and promoting equal opportunities. We know, the more varied and inclusive our teams are, the better our organisation will be for our community. We are a Disability Confident employer dedicated to hiring diverse talent and ensuring you are treated with respect throughout the recruitment process and upon joining our community.

Highway Vineyard Church is a growing multicultural church in the Borough of Newham in East London. We are a multisite church seeking to contagiously and compassionately demonstrate and communicate the love of Jesus to the people of our city.  

This is an exciting time of change and growth at Highway Vineyard church and we are currently putting together an ambitious five year plan.  The Operations Manager's main goal is to help us turn our vision into action!  

We are seeking an experienced and highly organised individual to join our staff team. This is a broad, operational, and strategic senior role that will involve overseeing all of the church's operations in a way that best enables the growth of God's kingdom. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth running of our operations by managing logistics for our multisite church, providing administrative, financial and HR support, and serving as an integral part of our staff team. The ideal candidate will bring strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and a servant-hearted leadership approach.

It is an occupational requirement that to deliver on our charitable purposes, you must be a passionate disciple of Jesus Christ, demonstrating personal growth and accountability , with a commitment to the Christian vision, mission and ethos of Highway Vineyard church

Could you lead a team inspiring people to live meaningful lives away from crime?

Sixty-One is a Bristol-based charity providing relational and practical support to men and women with a criminal conviction and the motivation to change. We also seek to inspire, engage and equip the church and individual Christians to join our work as a practical expression of Jesus’s love for people on the margins.

Sixty-One is looking for a Project Manager to manage its MentorMe mentoring project for people with a criminal conviction.

Are you: Passionate about supporting people who have experience of the Criminal Justice System?

Do you: Have an awareness of the complexities faced by people with a criminal conviction?

Could you: Bring your excellent people, training and mentoring skills, team leadership, management and networking experience to our team?

Candidates are welcome irrespective of their faith background. However, the successful candidate will need to be sympathetic to our Christian values as an organisation and to be willing to work closely with and seek to inspire churches who support our work.

To apply please visit our website and download an application form. Please complete this, along with an Equalities Monitoring form, and return by midnight on Sunday 30th March. It is important to refer to the person specification in the job description when completing section five of the application form. Interviews will be held w/c 7th April 2025.

Trinity Community Arts is seeking an experienced Heritage Project Manager to lead the development phase of the Saving Jacobs Wells project. This role focuses on community engagement, stakeholder collaboration, and the creation of a Heritage Learning & Participation Activity Plan, supporting the restoration of the Grade II-listed Jacobs Wells Baths into a vibrant community arts and heritage hub.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage community engagement strategies to involve young people, residents, and cultural sector stakeholders.
• Oversee stakeholder relationships and consultation with design and heritage professionals.
• Research and develop an Activity Plan exploring the site’s social and civic history.
• Support the development of a £2m+ funding application to the National Lottery Heritage Fund (NLHF).
• Work with Trinity’s team to coordinate events, marketing, and project reporting.

About You

✔ Proven experience in heritage project management, ideally with NLHF-funded projects.
✔ Strong community engagement and stakeholder management skills.
✔ Excellent project management and research skills in heritage and archival content.
✔ Passionate about heritage, social history, and cultural engagement.

This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in the restoration of a historic Bristol landmark and help shape its future as a new civic and cultural space for Central Bristol.

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�� Deadline: Monday 17th March, 9am

�� Interviews: Week commencing 24th March

Trinity is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.

The International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics (FIGO) is the world’s largest alliance of national societies of obstetrics and gynaecology, bringing together professionals from more than 130 countries and territories. For over 65 years, FIGO has collaborated with the world’s top health, rights and donor bodies. We are in official relations with the World Health Organization and consultative status with the United Nations.

FIGO is dedicated to the improvement of the health and rights of women and girls and to the reduction of disparities in health care, as well as to advancing the science and practice of obstetrics and gynaecology. We pursue our mission through education, research implementation, advocacy and capacity building with our member societies.

The Project Manager role is to work collaboratively in the implementation of the FIGO LDI:Reachprogramme, to deliver on time and within budget. The Project Manager will work closely with the Senior Manager, team members and other stakeholders to ensure final months of the programme are successfully completed and a smooth close out process is undertaken across all countries.

The Talent Set are delighted to be working with The Charity for Civil Servants to find their Legacy Marketing Manager. 

This is a part time role, working 21 hours per week. The charity offers a flexible working environment from their office in Cheam, Surrey with hybrid and remote options available. 

The Legacy Manager will play a key role in delivering the legacy programme; developing and implementing campaigns and initiatives to encourage and steward enquirers, pledgers and those who give a gift in their will. Having worked with a consultant to develop a strategy, proposition, guide and free will offer we are looking for the right person to lead and grow the legacy programme

Key Responsibilities:

•  Drive the development and implementation of the Legacy strategy, ensuring cross organisational engagement & collaboration. 
•  Manage the Legacy budget, ensuring income and expenditure targets are achieved.
•  Grow the legacy pipeline through innovative and creative legacy campaigns and promotion.
•  Create and manage supporter journeys that increase trust, satisfaction and lifetime value.
•  Develop standard operating procedures and maintain compliant supporter records.
•  Create, monitor and report on key performance indicators.  
•  Work with colleagues develop and articulate a legacy audience insight strategy that can be used to improve the effectiveness of marketing. 
•  Collaborate with colleagues across the Charity to create impactful legacy-related content, such as case studies, testimonials, newsletters, and website materials that convey the importance of legacy giving and its long-term impact.
•  Work with and manage relevant suppliers e.g., free will provision and telemarketing.
•  Manage stewardship and deliver to external and internal service level agreements.

Person Specification: 

•  Demonstrable experience in leading legacy fundraising programmes. 
•  Experience in end-to-end management of legacy marketing campaigns, designed to engage and retain supporters or customers and drive income.
•  Managing events and engagement with supporters, preferably with a focus on legacy. 
•  Experience of developing and optimising integrated customer or supporter journeys and of developing, monitoring and refining processes.
•  Understanding of performance metrics, KPIs and campaign analysis and ability to use insight and research to inform business decisions.
•  Experience consulting on, drafting, recommending, and then presenting, strategic reports for senior stakeholders, with evidence and supporting materials for effective decision-making.

To be considered for this position please apply with your CV as soon as possible, regrettably please note we may not be able to reply to each and every application.

We are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practises that ensure equal opportunity for everyone, regardless of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and will happily make reasonable adjustments to always ensure a fair process.

Programme Manager

We Are Seeking a Programme Manager (Inclusion) to amplify underrepresented voices, diversify the cultural education workforce, and help shape a more inclusive creative future for children and young people across the North West.

Position: Programme Manager (Inclusion)

Salary: £34,154 - £38,414 per annum (negotiable based on experience)

Location: North West England (hybrid – home, Wigan office, and regional travel)

Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week (flexible, minimum 0.6 FTE)

Closing Date: Friday 14th March 2025

About the Role

As Programme Manager (Inclusion) you will lead initiatives that tackle inequalities in access to creativity and culture for children and young people. You will play a pivotal role in developing and delivering impactful programmes that amplify underrepresented voices, challenge systemic barriers, and strengthen professional networks.

Key responsibilities include:

• Plan, coordinate and deliver activities across inclusion-focused programmes. 

• Lead a pioneering initiative to connect, support and champion teaching artists across England. 

• Facilitating and coordinating an Anti-Racism Group, embedding inclusive practice across the organisation.

• Designing and delivering training, events, and CPD programmes focused on inclusion.

• Advocating for inclusion and anti-racism within the cultural education sector.

• Managing programme budgets, reporting on impact, and securing funding opportunities.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to shape the future of cultural education by turning strategy into action and creating spaces for collaboration and learning.

About You

We are looking for a passionate and proactive advocate for inclusion with the skills to drive systemic change.

Essential skills and experience include:

• Proven experience in project or programme management within cultural, creative, education, or community settings.

• Strong understanding of inclusion, diversity, and anti-racist practice.

• Experience facilitating events, networks, or training programmes.

• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks, manage budgets, and meet deadlines.

• Strong relationship-building skills, working across sectors to drive engagement.

• Ability to use digital tools and technology for programme delivery and reporting.

Desirable:

• Knowledge of cultural education and policy trends.

• Experience in communications and storytelling for advocacy.

• Lived experience or insight into barriers faced by underrepresented communities.

If you’re ready to inspire, influence, and create change, we’d love to hear from you.

About the Organisation

You will be working for a cultural education charity dedicated to ensuring all children and young people have access to creativity and culture. They work with schools, cultural organisations, and artists to tackle inequality, amplify under represented voices, and foster collaboration.

The charity values curiosity, courage, collaboration, and inclusion and are committed to anti-racist practice, ensuring that diversity is at the heart of everything they do.

Other roles you may have experience of could include: Inclusion Programme Lead, Diversity & Inclusion Manager, Community Engagement Manager, Arts & Culture Programme Manager, or Education & Outreach Coordinator.  #INDNFP