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Imagine being told that you, or someone you love, is losing their sight. In that moment, two profound questions demand urgent answers:
• Can this be stopped?
• How will I live my life?
Currently, research into preventing and treating sight loss is chronically underfunded, receiving a mere 1.2% of publicly funded health research grants: people who are blind or vision impaired are three times more likely to experience loneliness and isolation than the general population.
We find and fund the brilliant minds and bright ideas that put change in sight. Our researchers are at the forefront, making breakthroughs and discoveries that will prevent, treat and cure eye disease. The partnerships we build and initiatives we support are changing life for blind and vision impaired people.
We are Fight for Sight: we won’t stop until we: Save Sight. Change Lives.
We have a clear ambition, led by our CEO, Keith Valentine, who has valuable lived experience of sight loss. We’ve secured well-respected and highly engaged ambassadors, such as Sir John Major and Frances Segelman.
We are now looking for experienced, committed, and creative individuals to join our dynamic team to help realise a new five-year growth strategy. You’ll be part of something impactful, we’d love to hear from you.
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Retail Commercial Manager to oversee the sales and profit performance of a collection of retail shops. This position plays a crucial role in driving the commercial success of our retail shops by developing effective sales strategies, managing stock, optimising merchandising, and leading a high-performing team to deliver exceptional customer service. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, and success with Commercial Strategies & Performance Management:
Responsible to
Head of Retail- Trading
Direct reports
Circa. 14 Managers
Working hours and contract
Full time, permanent, 35 hours per week across a flexible seven-day rota
Salary
£30,000-£35,000 p.a. depending on experience, plus travel expenses
Location
Central & Greater London
Closing date for applications: 30th, April, 2025
Early applications are encouraged. We will be interviewing on a rolling basis; therefore, we will close the vacancy as soon as we have found the right candidate.
Role Responsibilities
Sales and Profit
• Support Shop Managers to maximise each shop’s sales and profit potential.
• Oversee the delivery of Gift Aid targets throughout the area, driving Gift Aid signups and conversion rates, and ensuring shops are actively promoting the scheme.
• Conduct data analysis to review the commercial layout of each shop including department and category mix.
• Understand and implement commercial actions to deliver against strategic KPIs.
• Responsible for ensuring that all merchandise is clearly priced and monitor pricing levels to achieve maximum sales in accordance with pricing policies.
• Ensure shops have a high standard of display, cleanliness and tidiness, and that they project a quality retail image.
• Assist Shop Managers to deliver commercially successful visual merchandising displays, in line with the visual merchandising manual.
• Ensure each shop correctly implements agreed seasonal promotions, and shop layouts to achieve maximum income.
• Ensures shop teams are aware, understand and engaged in the financial performance of their shops.
• All best practices outlined within the commercial manual are delivered.
Stock Management
• Ensure compliance with efficient and commercially successful stock processing systems (such as pricing, quality standards, consumer safety, stock density, sizing, and culling stock).
• Ensure that all legal and internal regulations regarding donated stock are adhered to.
• Collaborate with warehouse team to ensure effective stock movement.
• Work closely with the warehouse and stock partnerships teams to ensure sufficient levels of warehouse, rotation and corporate donated stock.
• Work closely with the ecommerce team to ensure key products generate maximum income via the best channel, delivering P&L sales targets.
• To monitor stock management and fast-tracking on to shop floor.
Customer Service
• Lead and inspire the team to place a positive customer experience at the heart of our approach to attract new and loyal supporters and repeat donors.
• Ensure all processes detailed within the customer experience manual are delivered.
• Ensure that feedback, including complaints are escalated to the Head of Retail Income, within the agreed timeframes.
• Be accountable for the integration of each shop into the local community in collaboration with the shop teams.
Team Management
• Ensure that shops have correct level of cover throughout the year, ensuring cover when and where necessary for annual leave, sickness or vacancies.
• Coordinate and facilitate meetings with shop managers for the purpose of training, communication and planning.
• Role model and promote effective team communication, celebrating success and sharing best practice.
• Foster a creative environment where team members seek to maximise income in new and innovative ways through multiple channels including their shops and community events.
• Provide line management, leadership, development opportunities and performance management to the Shop Management team.
• Support with the annual appraisal and probation processes for all reports.
• Play a key role in enabling shops to represent the charity and increase awareness of our mission within the community.
Volunteer Team
• Support the volunteer coordinator and shop management teams to recruit, induct and retain an inclusive and diverse volunteer team, in line with recruitment targets.
• Ensure volunteers adhere to Fight for Sight policies and procedures.
Operations
• Ensure shops are compliant against operational procedures and processes within the Operations manual, providing timely reports and identifying areas of non-compliance.
• Ensure shop maintenance and repairs are reported, and resolved in a timely manner, and aligned to budgets.
• Provide a safe and healthy working environment and ensure that all team members are aware of and operate within our health and safety policies and procedures.
• Ensure technology-related issues are raised and resolved promptly.
• Work within our policies and procedures when dealing with problems at work.
• Adhere to and enforce our safeguarding policies. Ensure all risk assessments are conducted and appropriate action plans are developed and executed.
Other
• Required to adhere to our vision, mission and values.
• Understanding of and commitment to adhere to equality, diversity, and staff health and wellbeing principles.
Governance, Finance and Operations
• Conduct regular reviews of shop financial processes to ensure adherence to procedures and minimise financial risks
• Understand and mitigate risk in the context of charity retail and multi-suite working.
• Monitor and enforce adherence to local regulations, ensuring shops comply with relevant legislation.
• Ensure all retail income is raised lawfully, including data protection legislation, Charity Commission guidance and Fundraising Standards/ Charity Retail Association codes of practice.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation including Trading standards, Health & Safety, fire and building regulations for the retail premises.
Impact
• Support public awareness and understanding about visual impairment and visually impaired people.
• Share with customers the impact of the funds raised through shopping with us through in store communications, staff training and social media.
Person specification
Desirable skills, knowledge & experience
• Experience in retail management delivering significant sales and profit growth across multiple sites, ideally in a charity retail context
• Experience of developing and managing budgets
• Experience of EPOS systems and Gift Aid
• Experience of setting and managing income and expenditure budgets
• Experience of leading and line managing others to develop and grow, building and maintaining a high performing team culture
Personal qualities
• The ability to work under pressure whilst remaining calm and organised
• To be receptive to change and to act as a change agent
• The ability to maintain excellent rapport with staff, volunteers, supporters, and donors
• To consistently demonstrate a dedicated approach to the quality of customer service and team working.
• Comfortable working in a small team both strategically and operationally
• Commitment to teamwork, business partnering and a collegiate approach – with a ‘can do’ attitude and a sense of humour.
• Able to provide positive, dynamic, tenacious and flexible leadership at all times.
• Results-driven, able to measure and quantify own outcomes.
• Adaptable to changing landscape and evolving organisation.
• Willing and able to operate at pace in an organisation going through rapid change, using your initiative and delivering to tight deadlines
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Highly organised with ability to plan effectively and allocate resources appropriately.
• Committed to equal opportunities and inclusion
• An understanding of and commitment to blind and vision impaired people.
Flexibility
The role description is a general outline of duties and responsibilities and may be amended as we grow. The post holder may be required to undertake other duties as may be reasonably required from time to time.
Employee benefits
We value our staff and volunteers and want to make sure that they are supported in their work. Other benefits we also offer are:
• A great team and a supportive culture
• Employer pension contributions matching up to 10%, and death in service cover
• Generous parental leave
• Flexible/hybrid working options
• Apprenticeships scheme, study leave and financial support for training & development
• Cycle to work scheme, eye test vouchers, and a staff loan scheme, access to an Employee Assistance Program
• An active Social Committee and staff events
Application & Interview process
See above for How to Apply. Please note that we value the authenticity and individuality of our applicants and believe that your CV and cover letter should reflect your unique skills, experiences, and personality. Therefore, please refrain from using AI tools, including ChatGPT, to produce your application materials. Applications drafted with the assistance of AI will be automatically rejected.
Successfully shortlisted applicants will be invited for a stage one interview online by teams, followed by an in person at our Mansell Street offices.
Accessibility
We believe in fostering an inclusive environment where all individuals, regardless of their abilities or circumstances, feel supported and valued. If you have any accessibility requirements or specific needs that you would like us to accommodate during the application process, please let us know. If you are unfamiliar with MS Teams and would like to familiarise yourself with the platform before the interview, we are more than happy to arrange a tech run-through to ensure your comfort and confidence.
Equal opportunities, diversity & inclusion
Don’t meet every single requirement? At Fight for Sight and Vision Foundation we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workforce, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every item in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles that we have.
We have an inclusive and accessible recruitment process, including any adjustments required to support people from diverse community groups.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Imagine being told that you, or someone you love, is losing their sight. In that moment, two profound questions demand urgent answers:
• Can this be stopped?
• How will I live my life?
Currently, research into preventing and treating sight loss is chronically underfunded, receiving a mere 1.2% of publicly funded health research grants: people who are blind or vision impaired are three times more likely to experience loneliness and isolation than the general population.
We find and fund the brilliant minds and bright ideas that put change in sight. Our researchers are at the forefront, making breakthroughs and discoveries that will prevent, treat and cure eye disease. The partnerships we build and initiatives we support are changing life for blind and vision impaired people.
We are Fight for Sight: we won’t stop until we: Save Sight. Change Lives.
We have a clear ambition, led by our CEO, Keith Valentine, who has valuable lived experience of sight loss. We’ve secured well-respected and highly engaged ambassadors, such as Sir John Major and Frances Segelman.
We are now looking for experienced, committed, and creative individuals to join our dynamic team to help realise a new five-year growth strategy. You’ll be part of something impactful, we’d love to hear from you.
We have a busy challenge events programme and an active Family Fund community programme, with ambitions to grow this area over the coming years as part of our five-year strategy. Key areas we are looking to focus on are investing in digital marketing, taking steps towards devising our own mass-participation event and grand challenges, and further integration with our London based charity shops.
The Events and Community Fundraising Manager will play an integral role in ensuing this continued success and that we secure exciting new partnerships and opportunities.
Responsible to
Head of Community and Engagement
Direct reports
Events and Community Officer
Working hours and contract
This is a permanent full-time role. We will consider part-time and flexible arrangements.
Salary
£40,000
Location
Aldgate E1 and hybrid working. Minimum two days in the office and external meetings and events as required.
How to Apply
Please submit your CV and an up to two page supporting statement which evidences the specification to: recruitment@fightforsight.org.uk with subject header – Events and Community Fundraising Manager **Joy - vetting questions?**
Closing date for applications: 9am Monday, 28th April 2025
Early applications are encouraged. We will be interviewing on a rolling basis; therefore, we may close early subject to the number of applications received.
Role Responsibilities
Strategy and planning
• Deliver the existing Community and Events strategy and maximise opportunities for income growth
• Identify and develop new income generating opportunities across Community and Events Fundraising, devising new events and engagement opportunities
• Develop, implement and monitor against KPIs, annual plans, and income and expenditure budgets, ensuring targets are met with robust analysis and reporting
Income growth, event and supporter management
• Proactively manage all aspects of Community & Events Fundraising to increase our supporter base and maximise income, supported by the Events and Community Officer
• operational management of all income and expenditure ensuring sound ROI.
• Develop and deliver supporter journeys that raise average fundraising per head, decreases drop-outs and increases repeat entry
• Implement new digital and value exchange fundraising streams
• Optimise the Family Fund programme to strengthen commitment and fundraising potential of existing Family Funds, and enable recruitment of new Funds
• Deliver excellent support to fundraising groups and recruit new volunteers to fundraise and advocate on behalf of the charity
• Work collaboratively across the charity to facilitate cross-selling opportunities and engaging supporters in other fundraising opportunities, in particular working with the corporate team to recruit participants and support propositions at corporate fairs.
Fundraising events management
• Manage delivery of the event portfolio to achieve financial and sign-up targets, delivering effective on the-day support for event participants. This includes ensuring our events are accessible for visually impaired participants
• Deliver excellent supporter care to ensure supporters are motivated to achieve (and exceed) their fundraising targets, feel valued and build engagement with us
• Key point of contact for high level event participants and community fundraisers via face-to-face meetings, phone calls and emails – providing timely and personalised support
• Support the Events and Community Officer with enquiries, applications and registrations for challenge events, ensuring high levels of conversion, and capturing relevant supporter data
• Support the Head of Community and Engagement, or other teams within Fight for Sight with the successful delivery of key special events, including fundraising gala dinners or receptions, virtual events and mini conferences, and third party or established supporter events.
• When required, support the Events and Community Officer in managing guest lists, enquiries, and ticket sales for special/major donor events and receptions, delivering a seamless guest experience and timely follow-ups supporter care and relationship management
Marketing
• Oversee all paid Facebook advertising activity for events, updating web listings, and utilising our networks
• Work with the Marketing & Communications team to raise awareness/increase recruitment across all activities, highlighting case studies and media stories
• Develop and deliver effective and engaging content, and materials for supporters to increase recruitment, retention, and average fundraising amounts
• Oversee the creation and delivery of quarterly events e-newsletter, plus additional e-blasts
Managing information and reporting
• Work with the Database Manger to ensure accurate records within our CRM system (ThankQ) and management of income from online and offline giving
• Carry out post-event evaluations, analysing supporter data help facilitate greater levels of income
• Support other areas by attending events, exhibitions etc. as required by a small team with varied responsibilities
• Other duties as may be reasonably required by line manager role
Leadership & management
• Provide excellent leadership and line management of direct reports, ensuring that team members meet their individual objectives, develop and grow in their roles, and are motivated and high performing
• Work as part of the fundraising senior management team, alongside the Director and Head of Community and Engagement to devise, deliver and implement the team’s strategy and the organisation’s strategic plan
Other
• Become fully conversant with the aims and objectives of the organisation
• Keep up to date with developments in the sector and key new initiatives in our field
• To work at all times in compliance with the Fundraising Regulator’s Code of Practice and data protection legislation
• Events as necessary
Person specification
Desirable skills, knowledge & experience
• Minimum five years of experience of events and community fundraising, in particular with developing overseas or large-scale mass participant events.
• Experience with recruiting new volunteers and fundraisers from a range of community groups including but not limited to faith-based fundraising, schools and street collections.
• Meeting income targets of over £350,000.
• Experience with managing senior volunteers within fundraising groups and building excellent rapport with them.
• Liaising at all levels with the ability to motivate and inspire others to support financially.
• An effective networker, with an ability to build high level relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Experience of designing and delivering high impact stewardship programmes and delivering successful and engaging events.
• Proven experience of devising budgets and project plans and reporting against them.
• Excellent track record of personally securing community partnerships and supporter-led events
• Experience of implementing new digital and hybrid fundraising strategies.
• Effective time-management with the ability to manage conflicting prioritises to meet planned and unplanned demand, ensuring that deadlines are met.
• Understanding and experience of working within the requirements of the Code of Fundraising Practice and data protection legislation.
Personal qualities
• An understanding of and commitment to the sight loss community.
• An accomplished written communicator, adept at using the latest statistics and data to evidence need and impact whilst maintaining an engaging and human tone of voice.
• Excellent financial fluency.
• Flexibility and a practical, can-do attitude.
• Highly motivated and able to juggle a varied workload.
• Personable, with excellent listening skills and high emotional intelligence, with the ability to think creatively.
• Ability to identify new fundraising initiatives, assess likelihood of success and impact on resources, develop appealing ‘asks’ and match donor interests to funding needs/projects.
• Excellent accuracy and attention to detail.
Flexibility
The role description is a general outline of duties and responsibilities and may be amended as we grow. The post holder may be required to undertake other duties as may be reasonably required from time to time.
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Event Assistant, Tommy’s & LLHM
Location: London, Hybrid
Hours: Full time/35 hours per week
Contract type: Permanent
Salary: £26,000 – £28,000 per annum
Annual leave: 25 days per year + bank holidays
Job Summary
We are seeking an Event Assistant to support both the London Landmarks Half Marathon (LLHM) event side and Tommy’s side (affectionately nicknamed Team Tommy’s). This is an incredibly exciting time to join the team and gain fantastic experience in both the charity and events industry at one of the UK's leading mass participation events, which is owned and operated by Tommy's.
For the LLHM Team, the main purpose of this role is to provide first-class customer service and support to the 20,000+ runners taking part in the Half Marathon, as the event continues to grow in size year on year. This will involve managing the helpdesk email and phone line, ensuring runners are accurately registered and answering any queries they may have.
For Team Tommy’s, the main purpose of this role is to support the Tommy’s team of 3,000+ runners in the London Landmarks Half Marathon. The role is responsible for being the main point of contact for the runners and ensuring they have the best experience possible running the LLHM and fundraising for Tommy’s through our support inbox and phone line. The aim is to deliver the ambitious team fundraising target of over £1,800,000 for LLHM 2026 and more in the following years. This role will also support the development of the Team Tommy’s LLHM Corporate Challenge, a product that recruits a team of corporate runners to take part in the LLHM and fundraise for Tommy’s.
We are not necessarily looking for past experience in a similar role, but for transferable skills and personal attributes to deliver excellent customer service and be a good all-rounder with fantastic administration and communication skills. Overall, you should have a passion for the LLHM event and Tommy’s cause.
We encourage and welcome applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Job titleSenior Finance and Operations Coordinator Start Date Immediate, Hiring on a rolling basis PurposeTo manage the day-to-day accounting and financial tasks, ensuring accurate recording of financial transactions, and providing support in the preparation of project-related financial reports. Responsible toCEOResponsible forFinance Officer Working withAll the departments
LocationLondon Office, Hybrid with at least 2 days from officePostFull timePeriodPermanent Grade4.1SalaryGBP 41,938 for London
RedR UK and the work we do
RedR UK is an international NGO and learning provider that develops capacity and supports aid workers, organisations, and communities to prepare for and respond effectively to crises within humanitarian, development, and peacebuilding contexts. Our work builds resilience, primarily in low and lower middle-income countries worldwide. We have 40 years’ experience responding to natural and manmade disasters.
We are an HPass Certified Learning Provider, meaning we meet the Humanitarian Learning Standards. RedR UK is committed to the Humanitarian Charter, the Code of Conduct for the International Red Cross & Red Crescent Movement and NGOs in Disaster Relief and the Core Humanitarian Standard.
RedR UK has offices in London and Amman and maintains a large pool of highly qualified trainers and experts who go through a rigorous certification and selection process. Our work is overseen and supported by a Board of Trustees with wide experience, in the humanitarian sector and other fields. RedR is a Membership organisation with a global network of 1,800 Members, all of whom are experienced humanitarian professionals.
We are also part of RedR International, an international federation of organisations that share a common vision and mission. The federation’s vision is a world in which sufficient competent and committed personnel are available and responding to humanitarian needs. Members include RedR UK, RedR Australia, RedR India, RedR Malaysia and RedR Indonesia.
RedR UK is committed to a strong, positive culture, with benefits for staff and those with whom we work. Our culture is also important to us in terms of our ethic of humanitarian impartiality and neutrality and our compliance with the Core Humanitarian Standard (CHS) and other professional codes of conduct.
Our values are vitally important to us as individuals, teams and to RedR UK as a whole. We are committed to a continuous process of strengthening our culture, maintaining the high standards required to work together effectively, and delivering first class advice and service to those with whom we work.
About this role
We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Senior Finance and Operations Coordinator to join our finance team. The Senior Finance and Operations Coordinator will be responsible for managing the day-to-day accounting and financial tasks, ensuring accurate recording of financial transactions, and providing support in the preparation of financial statements, restricted and unrestricted funds budgeting, reporting and managing operations. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in Project financial management with major Institutional donors, trusts and foundations, possess strong analytical skills, and have a solid understanding of UK charity accounting principles and regulations. If you possess the required qualifications and are ready to take on this challenging role, we encourage you to apply.
Job Description
Main Duties, Responsibilities and Accountabilities:
Finance
- Oversee accurate and up-to-date financial records, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and bank reconciliations.
- Oversee the process and reconciliation of financial transactions, such as invoices, payments, and expense reports.
Financial Management:
- Perform month-end and year-end closing procedures including monthly reconciliations, journals, accruals & prepayments.
- Preparation and analysis of monthly management accounts.
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations, stay updated on changes in accounting regulations and best practices and advise management accordingly.
- Monitor cash flow and provide management options Collaborate with external auditors during financial audits.
- Provide support in payroll processing and employee expense reimbursements.
- Assist in implementing and improving accounting processes and systems.
Project Financial Management
- Lead on budgeting and forecasting processes with Programme colleagues
- Support programme teams with periodical financial reporting including monthly project finance updates,
- Lead on programme audits
Operations
- Provide administrative support to the Operations, IT, HR and Security Management functions of the organisation, supporting a positive and healthy working culture across the organisation.
- Identify opportunities for process improvement within the Operations, IT, HR and Security Management functions.
- Support our organisational systems, from Office 365 to Salesforce, ensuring the organisation becomes more efficient and effective in how it works.
- Maintain accurate operational records using organisational systems and support colleagues on maintaining clear and updated records, ensuring data integrity and accessibility.
- Support the update, roll-out and dissemination of our organisational policies and procedures.
- Support a range of office, legal and administrative tasks as necessary, coordinating suppliers, contracts and organisational subscriptions.
- Act as first port of call for all external communications, including general email, post and telephone enquiries, as well as communication with external suppliers, in a timely and professional manner.
- Leads the logistics & IT arrangements of internal meetings (All Hands Meetings, Quarterly Team meetings, Board meetings, and others) under guidance.
- Tracks and reports on operational & CEO-related expenditures under guidance.
- Supports in any other task as required by their line manager, CEO or board members.
Skills required:
Essential skills/Qualifications
- High level of experience in using QuickBooks or similar finance software, preferably QuickBooks Online and Excel
- Degree or equivalent in Finance/Accounting or relevant discipline
- Understanding of the UK regulatory framework – Annual filings to Charities Commission and Companies House.
- Experience of working with regulatory stakeholders – Auditors, HMRC, UK Charities Commission, Companies House
- Experience of working across major Institutional donors.
- Able to analyse and present financial information to non-finance colleagues.
- Strong administrative skills, communications skills and attention to detail.
- Charity Accounting (UK SORP)
Other skills
- Microsoft Applications
- Able to communicate effectively.
- Good collaborative, team playing skills including ability to apply initiative as deemed appropriate.
- Good analytical skills and ability to proffer solutions to problems.
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Are you passionate about making a tangible impact in the charity sector? This is an exciting opportunity to join The Mulberry Centre at a pivotal time. As we celebrate our 25th anniversary in 2026 and prepare for a series of high-profile fundraising initiatives, this is your chance to be part of something truly special. With the launch of the new Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex University Hospital, we’re ready to enhance our collaboration with local NHS services and broaden our impact within the community.
Since 2001, The Mulberry Centre has been providing essential cancer information and support services to over 18,000 people. With our income now exceeding £750,000 and growing fast, we’re set to expand even further and we need someone like you to help secure the vital funding that will enable this growth.
Working closely with the Head of Fundraising and Engagement, you will play a key role in implementing fundraising plans that focus on researching, building relationships, and providing exceptional stewardship to corporate partners and major donors. This position will actively contribute to the development of broader fundraising strategies to support the organisation's growth. In addition, the role is responsible for the creation and growth of a legacy giving programme. This will involve working with solicitors, accountants, financial advisors, and other professionals to identify potential legators. You will engage in research, build relationships, and host targeted events to cultivate support for legacy giving. Furthermore, you will collaborate with the Head of Fundraising and Engagement and the Marketing and Communications Lead to develop strategies for marketing legacies and expanding this critical area of support.
The ideal candidate will be a skilled multi-tasker with strong project management and interpersonal abilities, capable of meeting tight deadlines and managing important partnerships effectively.
To apply, candidates must submit a comprehensive CV along with a covering letter. The covering letter should include a supporting statement that demonstrates how you meet the personal specification for the role. Please note that applications will only be considered if both documents are provided.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About Bond
Bond is the UK network for organisations working in international development. We unite and support a diverse network of over 400 civil society organisations to help eradicate global poverty, inequality and injustice. We strengthen and champion the sector to make international development more efficient and effective. We work to influence governments and policy-makers, develop the skills of people in the sector, share expertise, and build organisational capacity and partnerships.
About the role
- Permanent
- 35 hours per week
- £44,803
Main purpose of the job
The role leads on the delivery of Bond’s corporate and CEO level events. This role is managed by the Head of Communications but also works with the corporate and marketing team, the Director of Membership and Communications and CEO.
The primary focus of this role is to manage and deliver high-quality events for Bond’s corporate partners to help them reach their target audiences, and to deliver high level events for CEOs and senior leaders across our network to help provide senior leaders with the support and skills needed to provide effective and supportive leadership.
Main responsibilities
Corporate events:
- Manage and deliver a range of events to fulfil contractual commitments with corporate partners and ensuring they meet high-quality standards.
- Oversee the successful execution and promotion of both hybrid and face-to-face events across various locations including potential European venues.
- Steward corporate partners in refining event ideas to align with Bond's audience and sector needs.
- Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to meet partner expectations and contribute to revenue generation. Provide effective project management, overseeing all stages of event planning, execution, and evaluation.
- Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with corporate partners to ensure long-term collaboration and mutual success.
CEO events:
- Deliver events or half day events for CEOs and senior leaders within our network, ensuring high quality execution.
- Coordinate logistics, including speaker liaison, invitations, venue sourcing, and event planning for CEO events throughout the year.
- Work with data to track attendance and use insights to drive participation and improve future events.
- Manage event budgeting, reporting, and evaluation to ensure alignment with goals and financial objectives. Work closely with senior management to align events with organisational goals and strategies outlined in Bond’s membership strategy.
Special projects:
- Coordinate special one-off projects and events as required by members or donors, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives.
General
- Ensure the successful delivery of Bond corporate and CEO events both online and in person, where appropriate.
- Oversee events logistics, including working with any contractors, external booking systems and digital platforms.
- Develop and maintain the Bond corporate and CEO events schedule and ensure that project timelines are adhered to.
- Liaise with speakers and ensure that speakers are successfully briefed
- Support the uploading and editing of digital content, including sessions and speaker details on the Bond website. Research and scope venues, platforms and tools for in-person, online and hybrid events
- Assist in-person and hybrid event providing support as and when required.
- Working with the Marketing and Membership Manager and Business Development Adviser, ensure that all events communications are delivered in a timely manner and that delegate queries are answered, including management of the events inbox
- Coordinate the successful delivery, when required, of any post event communications, including blogs and video, and ensure that each event is evaluated.
- Advise the corporate partnerships team on the successful delivery of webinars.
- Identify and mitigate risks associated with event delivery, including changes in corporate needs or unexpected challenges.
- Ensure events comply with budgetary constraints, legal, insurance, health, and safety obligations. Maintain a portfolio of venues (both free and paid-for) that Bond can use when an in-person event is required.
Person Specification
The ideal candidate would:
- Have at least 2 years’ experience of events organisation and management in a similar or comparable setting
- Experience building and maintaining relationships with corporate event sponsors or delivering paid for events
- Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with sponsors, event partners and participants.
- Be able to engage effectively with senior stakeholders and manage relationships with Bond’s network of members.
- Have a good understanding of how events can generate income
- Be entrepreneurial and flexible, with the ability to identify potential opportunities and partners.
- Be highly organised – able to plan, prioritise and deliver to tight timescales and to manage both strategic and reactive projects effectively.
- Have a high degree of IT competence.
- Have an understanding of and commitment to the values and objectives of Bond.
Benefits
Bond offers a competitive salary and benefits package including:
- 27 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays, with additional staff privilege days, normally between Christmas and New Year
- 7% pension contributions (staff pay 3.5%)
- Flexible working hours (Hybrid working – 1 day, minimum in the office per month)
- Staff Development days
- Perk Box access
- Employee Assistance Programme
- WeCare (Health and wellbeing services, including access to 24/7 online GP services, second medical opinion, mental health support such as counselling, guidance from health professionals, burnout prevention, life event counselling, get fit programmes, nutritionist advice, etc. – for staff and immediate family)
- Interest-free season ticket loan
How to Apply
To apply submit your CV and cover letter by midnight on Sunday 6th April 2024.
In the cover letter we expect you to set out:
- Why you are interested in this role
- How you meet the role requirements
- Your understanding of equity, diversity, inclusion and why it matters in this role
Bond and Equal Opportunites
Bond values diversity and works to advance equity and inclusion. All staff have a responsibility to ensure that they are being open, accepting and respectful to all that they come into contact with within their work at Bond, regardless their protected characteristics. Acting in accordance with the EDI policy, Bond staff must contribute to our inclusive organisational culture ensuring that they are aware of and respond appropriately to micro-aggressions, racism, sexism, LQBTQ+ misconduct and disability equity. Bond Staff must not be bystanders, and must report when they witness any unacceptable behaviour.
In order to assess and ensure the continued effectiveness of Bond’s Equal Opportunities Policy, all applicants are asked to complete a short questionnaire when applying. You are not obliged to answer the questions but the more information you supply the more effectively we can monitor our equal opportunity practices. Completion of all questions is voluntary and failure to answer any question(s) will not affect your application in any way.
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If successful, you must have the right to work for the duration of your contract at Bond. All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references. Bond also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.
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CBRL, the UK’s social sciences and humanities research hub in the region, seeks to appoint a new director. With centres in Amman, Jerusalem and London, CBRL fosters, produces and disseminates original, rigorous and independent research and invests in promising emerging scholars. Our overarching mission is to advance knowledge and understanding of the peoples and cultures of the Levant through scholarship in the humanities and social sciences.
The successful applicant will be a leading scholar with a background in the humanities, social or environmental sciences. They will have an outstanding research profile and demonstrable experience of academic leadership and strong general management ability. They will have a clear vision for building on CBRL’s existing strengths as a research centre and regional hub for scholars of the Levant.
Appointment Term: Initial period of 3 years.
Based: UK or Amman
Status: The post may be on secondment from a UK university or other institution, or otherwise the Director may be employed directly by CBRL. The Director must be able to spend time in the Levant and/or be able to travel freely around the region as well as to/from UK.
Time commitment: Full time. 20% of salaried time funded by the CBRL will be allowed for development and delivery of personal research
Responsibilities
Strategy and Performance
Working with CBRL trustees, and in dialogue with the British Academy and other partners:
• Lead a review of CBRL’s strategy.
• Ensure alignment with regional dynamics and evolving geo-political landscapes.
• Put in place a sustainable model for CBRL’s activities, setting ambitions for the next 3 – 5 years.
• Develop and promote high quality, visible UK research projects and research partnerships in and with the region.
• Enhance and increase use of CBRL facilities on the ground
Partnerships
• Cultivate productive relationships with the British Academy, BIRIS and other key stakeholders.
• Expand networks across relevant UK and regional entities to bolster CBRL’s strategic and funding objectives.
• Explore and develop possibilities for collaboration and funding beyond the UK Higher Education sector.
Research
• The Director will be expected to develop a programme of highly quality personal research for which time will be allowed within the role, as agreed with CBRL.
• Support and oversee delivery of a high-quality programme of research activity in the region, including research partnerships, grants, projects and events.
Delivery
• Develop the accessibility and sustainability of CBRL archives.
• Ensure high standards of project management and administrative efficiency.
• Develop the communication and dissemination of CBRL’s work.
People
• Manage the CBRL staff team to deliver on key priorities, creating a culture of ambition, collaboration and shared values.
• Ensure optimal organisational structure.
• Make sure HR policies and procedures are up-to-date and well-applied.
Finance and Resources
• Develop and implement strategies for sustainable income generation across a range of sources
• Exercise oversight of budgets, resource allocation and reporting
• Oversee financial proposals and reports to BA and other funders
• Make sure facilities are well-managed and secure
Governance
• Report regularly to the Chair of Trustees, keeping them informed of progress against objectives
• Collaborate in setting agendas for and report to trustee Board meetings and the AGM
• Ensure compliance with CBRL’s constitution and regulatory requirements
Person specification:
Essential:
• Outstanding record of research and publication in the humanities, social or environmental sciences, in one of the disciplines supported by the CBRL.
• Knowledge and experience of the UK higher education and research sector.
• Appreciation of the CBRL’s mission
• Demonstrable ability to provide academic and management leadership across a range of disciplines
• Strategic vision and demonstrable ability to lead in the development and delivery of a strategic plan.
• Ability to develop plans and set and monitor objectives • A consultative and inclusive approach to management, combined with ability to make executive decisions
• Commitment to transparency and to equality, diversity and inclusion.
• Clarity and effectiveness in communications
• Significant experience in managing change.
• Strong interpersonal skills conducive to effective engagement and management across diverse environments and contexts.
• A proven ability to communicate well across cultures.
• Willingness to learn Arabic if not already an Arabic speaker.
Highly desirable:
• Working knowledge and ability to speak Arabic or other regional language.
• Demonstrable knowledge of accounting, financial and personnel procedures
• Experience of external fundraising
• Experience of managing large grants
Please read the attached job description for more details and terms of appointment.
To advance knowledge and understanding of the peoples and cultures of the Levant
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Reporting to the Head of Fundraising and Engagement, this key leadership role will be pivotal in developing and implementing strategies across events, community initiatives, challenge events, individual giving, and appeals. As Senior Mass Fundraising Lead, you will grow income, foster long-term supporter relationships, and secure vital unrestricted funds to support children and families affected by neuroblastoma.
The successful postholder will lead our mass fundraising efforts to ensure they are high-impact, supporter-focused, and aligned with the charity’s mission. Whether it’s delivering memorable fundraising events, growing challenge participation, or developing and strengthening individual giving programmes, your work will play a crucial role in achieving ambitious income targets to make a meaningful difference in the fight against childhood cancer.
Who are we looking for?
We seek a dynamic and strategic mass fundraising professional with a strong track record of developing and delivering successful fundraising strategies across multiple income streams.
The ideal candidate will have:
- Extensive experience in mass fundraising – including events, community fundraising, challenge events, and individual giving.
- Proven success in developing and executing fundraising strategies to achieve ambitious income targets.
- Strong leadership skills – with the ability to inspire, manage, and develop a high-performing team.
- Exceptional communication and relationship-building abilities – effectively engaging donors, supporters, and stakeholders.
- A data-driven and innovative mindset, with experience using CRM systems to optimise fundraising strategies.
See our Recruitment Pack for the full role description and specification and for more information about Solving Kids' Cancer UK.
Location: Home-based within England with regular travel to London and elsewhere in the UK as required
First stage interviews: Wednesday 23rd April 2025
Second stage interviews: Tuesday 29th April 2025
As a safeguarding charity whose work and practice are underpinned by safeguarding principles to protect children and young people and enhance their welfare, we always work in accordance with legislation, statutory guidance, and best safeguarding practices. All our roles require a basic criminal record check.
Our vision is a future where no child dies of the childhood cancer neuroblastoma or suffers due to the treatment they receive.

The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
PHILANTHROPY MANAGER
£40,000 to £45,000 per annum, dependent on experience
37.5 hours per week
Dulwich College is committed to cultivating a vibrant educational environment driven by our core values of purpose, kindness and joy. We provide exceptional teaching, scholarship, and learning both inside and outside the classroom, nurturing an inspiring and dynamic atmosphere for our community. As a world-renowned boys' school, we educate 1,700 pupils aged 7 to 18, alongside a co-educational kindergarten and infants’ school, DUCKS, with 230 young learners. With a dedicated team of over 600 staff, we are proud of our beautiful and historic 70-acre campus in south London, where every individual is encouraged to thrive.
We are looking for a talented and driven Philanthropy Manager to join our team. In this pivotal role, you will build meaningful relationships with alumni, parents, and friends of the College to secure transformative support. Working alongside Director of Development and the Head of Philanthropy, you will play an essential part in shaping the future of philanthropy at Dulwich College.
If you are passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a team that is shaping the future of education through philanthropy, we would love to hear from you.
Further information can be found in the candidate pack.
Closing date: Monday 21 April 2025
Interview date: week commencing Monday 5 May 2025
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This is the responsibility of the whole College community. We all remain vigilant about safeguarding at the College and we never think that child abuse could not happen here or to our pupils. A DBS Disclosure is required to Enhanced level. The DBS Code of Practice and the Standard and Enhanced DBS Privacy Policy can be found on our website. Charity 1150064
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Reporting to, and working closely with, the Head of Fundraising and Engagement, the Senior Philanthropy and Partnerships Lead will shape and implement innovative strategies, driving growth in philanthropic giving, secure corporate partnerships and obtain critical funding. With a focus on cultivating mutually beneficial, long-term relationships, you’ll craft compelling proposals, develop tailored stewardship plans, and create sponsorship opportunities that inspire ongoing support.
You’ll lead the way in securing multi-year corporate partnerships and nurturing donor relationships to meet ambitious income targets. As a key player in the senior fundraising team, you’ll contribute to strategic planning, represent the charity at events, and champion new approaches to fundraising.
With our newly formed Development Board, the Senior Philanthropy and Partnerships Lead will identify and utilise key networks to grow our philanthropic supporter base across corporate and major donor income streams. With strong writing skills, this person will also craft tailored and compelling corporate proposals and trust and foundation applications.
Who are we looking for?
To support our vision and ensure the achievement of ambitious income targets to support children and families affected by neuroblastoma, we are looking for a strategic and results-driven high-value fundraiser to join our team.
We are particularly keen to speak with interested candidates who enjoy cultivating high-value relationships from scratch and stewarding five- and six-figure corporate partnerships, and/or major donor relationships.
Person specification:
- Strategic thinker with significant experience of developing strategic plans to grow and optimise high-value fundraising.
- Expert knowledge of philanthropy fundraising methodology and current philanthropic trends.
- Experience writing successful five/six-figure high-value proposals to corporates and trusts and foundations.
- Good planning and organisation skills with the ability to manage multiple activities with conflicting demands and meet deadlines.
- Proven ability to motivate and influence others.
- Demonstrable success in stewarding supporters/donors, corporate partners, and trusts and foundations.
See our Recruitment Pack for the full role description and specification and for information about Solving Kids' Cancer UK.
Location: Home-based within England with regular travel to London and elsewhere in the UK as required
First stage interviews: Tuesday 22nd April 2025
Second stage interviews: Tuesday 29th April 2025
As a safeguarding charity whose work and practice are underpinned by safeguarding principles to protect children and young people and enhance their welfare, we always work in accordance with legislation, statutory guidance, and best safeguarding practices. All our roles require a basic criminal record check.
Our vision is a future where no child dies of the childhood cancer neuroblastoma or suffers due to the treatment they receive.

The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
INTEGRITY ACTION is an innovative and award-winning charity devoted to fighting poverty and inequality through citizen-centred accountability. The purpose of this role is to lead on fundraising for the organisation. You’ll build relationships with funders – mostly trust, foundations and corporates and secure income. The fundraising focus in 2025 is primarily for climate-focused programmes and Ukraine focused programmes.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Relationship Management: Proactively identify and open doors to new funding opportunities by leveraging your existing networks with trusts, foundations and corporates; Strengthen relationships with Integrity Action’s existing funders, identifying opportunities to increase and extend their financial commitments; and Represent Integrity Action confidently and persuasively in presentations, meetings, and events to introduce our mission to potential funders and key stakeholders.
2. Trusts, Foundations, and Corporate Fundraising: Develop and submit compelling, targeted written proposals and applications to trusts, foundations, and corporate funders; Collaborate closely with the Integrity Action team to effectively translate project designs into persuasive funding proposals; Work closely with partners by submitting high quality inputs to external bids where we are a sub-partner; and Liaise closely with consultants who support us with corporate fundraising.
3. Strategic Fundraising Support: Lead prospecting for new funding opportunities and develop donor engagement plans to expand the funding pipeline; Maintain and oversee fundraising tracking systems ensuring accurate records of donor interactions, pipelines, and reporting; and Regularly update senior management and the Board on fundraising strategies and progress.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Holiday Entitlement: 28 working days per year (pro rata), plus UK public holidays
- Pension scheme: All employees are eligible to join the NEST pension scheme, with matched contributions up to 5% of salary
- Flexible working: Integrity Action is a flexible working organisation. The team all works from home with occasional travel for in-person team meetings in London (approximately once every two months).
- Contract: This position is offered as a 12-month contract to cover a sabbatical
Please send your CV and a 1 page cover letter outlining your relevant experience and motivation for applying. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you a dynamic and experienced leader ready to drive and improve the delivery of high-quality, cost-effective support services for individuals with learning disabilities across England?
If yes, we want to hear from you! Join us at Mencap as our Director of Performance and Analytics and be the driving force behind our organisational growth.
This fundamental role reports to the Executive Director of Personal Support England and blends strategic leadership, performance management, data-driven decision-making, and innovation to drive excellence in service delivery and operational efficiency. The Director will also oversee a Data Analyst, serve as the IT lead for Personal Support Services England, and play a key role in preparing and presenting reports to both the Executive Team and the Board of Trustees.
In this role, you will oversee the performance of Personal Support Services across England, ensuring high standards of care, compliance with regulatory and quality requirements, and continuous service improvement.
You'll lead financial management and forecasting to ensure sustainability, negotiate with commissioners to secure funding, and implement cost-efficiency measures. You'll also develop commercial plans to align service performance with financial targets and drive sustainable growth.
Innovation and digital transformation will be key, as you lead the integration of new technologies to enhance service delivery and efficiency. Additionally, you'll manage data strategy, governance, and oversee a Data Analyst to provide actionable insights.
As a leader, you will guide and support service leaders and collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve organisational goals, all while promoting the core values of the organisation and fostering an inclusive culture.
We are looking for someone who has:
- Proven senior leadership experience in the heath and social care sector, ideally within learning disability or personal support services.
- Strong financial management skills, with experience overseeing large budgets, forecasting, and improving financial performance.
- Demonstrated success in negotiating contracts and fees with commissioners or purchasers in a regulated service environment.
- A track record of driving performance improvement and efficiency initiatives while maintaining service quality.
- Expertise in data strategy, analytics, and governance, with experience in preparing and presenting reports to senior stakeholders.
- Knowledge of digital transformation and assistive technology, with experience leading technology-driven service improvements.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with experience working with external partners and regulators.
- A deep understanding of the needs and challenges faced by individuals with learning disabilities, with a commitment to person-centred support.
If this position sounds like you then please apply now by uploading an up to date CV and a cover letter that outlines why you would be the perfect person for the job.
We are proud to be a Disability Confident Leader and welcome applicants with disabilities to apply for all roles with us. To find out more about the scheme please visit the direct gov website.
We are an equitable, diverse and inclusive organisation and we particularly welcome and encourage disabled applicants and those from the Black and Asian communities to apply for the role as they are under-represented within the workforce.
*Please note*The application closing date for the role will be on Sunday 6th April 2025. First stage interviews will be held via TEAMS w/c 14th April 2025 and onwards with second stage interviews to follow 28th April 2025.
At Mencap, we’re excited to receive your application! We reserve the right to close this advert earlier than planned, if we receive a high volume of applications, therefore we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Benefits
Here at Mencap, we offer an impressive range of benefits designed to support and reward our employees to ensure that our teams feel valued and appreciated.
Our benefits package offers 32 days of paid holiday (including bank holidays, pro rata), along with a range of perks such as discounts at leading high-street retailers, access to health cash plans, interest-free loans, and many more exciting offerings.
For more details on what we have to offer, please see the attached document outlining all the fantastic benefits available to you as a member of our team!
About Mencap
We work in partnership with people with a learning disability, and all our services support people to live life as they choose. Everyone wants a purposeful job - to do something meaningful. At Mencap, we can give you that. You will have opportunities to develop as a person, colleague, leader and activist. We want to make you feel inspired to reach your potential.
Our work includes;
- providing high-quality, flexible services that allow people to live as independently as possible in a place they choose
- providing advice through our help lines and web sites
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Deaf Unity is seeking an Organisational Development Consultant with experience of successfully supporting small charities through growth and change.
We are planning the transition from a freelance to a PAYE salary structure and require support with:
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Designing an appropriate staffing structure
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Benchmarking salaries
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Business and financial planning
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HR/employment systems and policies, related training
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Governance
The overall aim of this commission is to establish an effective and well-managed staffing structure for the organisation, with strong systems and policies embedded across our teams. Ultimately this will build Deaf Unity’s stability and resilience for the long-term.
Deaf Unity: mission and purpose
Deaf Unity is a deaf-led charity (CIO), based in London, that works to empower, nurture and train deaf individuals. Our particular focus is on three main points of transition that are pivotal in enabling deaf people to realise their potential – and to thrive within and contribute fully to society. These transition points are:
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leaving school to enter further/higher education
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entering the workforce
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progressing in the workplace
We work with our community in London to identify the barriers deaf people face at every stage of this journey, empowering them to make informed choices and to succeed. We partner with stakeholders (universities, employers, voluntary sector partners) to decrease, overcome or eradicate these barriers altogether.
From our home base in London, we work alongside our community and partners to develop and deliver new initiatives in response to clearly identified needs. We directly engage 300+ deaf people each year: inspiring and supporting school-leavers to take their first steps into higher education; empowering graduates and employees to navigate the world of work with confidence; and connecting deaf people with each other to build community, tackle isolation, mobilise around key issues and break down barriers to learning and employment. Sharing and dissemination of our work (including online to reach the national community) goes on to engage far greater numbers.
Deaf Unity generates much of its income from providing interpreting and consultancy services and delivering training (British Sign Language and deaf awareness courses). This activity fully aligns with our charitable mission and generates essential unrestricted funding to support our wider activities. Income in the year ending December 2023 was £115,316, of which over 80% was generated from course delivery and interpreting services. That year we generated a surplus of £11,102.
Context for the commission
To date, deaf Unity’s programmes have been delivered entirely by a freelance team: CEO, administrator, tutors and project managers/coordinators leading on different streams of activity. We have recently recruited a Training and Operations Manager (freelance) to lead on training and interpreting services.
Activity continues to grow. Turnover in 2024 was c. £175,000 (final accounts are currently being produced), demand for courses is strong and we have had a successful year of fundraising.
Our activities engage a broad range of beneficiaries, participants and stakeholders: deaf students and employees; our local deaf community in London; and many different stakeholders – universities, employers and local councils – working with us to remove the barriers that disadvantage deaf people and prevent access to opportunity. We are proud of a track record of impactful interventions that have made a real difference in the prospects of deaf learners, jobseekers and employees.
This said, we have not reaped the full benefits of the partnerships and experience that have contributed to this success. A wholly freelance workforce means skills, knowledge, relationships and learning are regularly lost. We now wish to bring a core team into a salaried, PAYE structure to assure greater stability and continuity. We wish to invest in our people and demonstrate good employability practices, as champions of Deaf parity in the workplace. Specialist support is needed to ensure a good process, an affordable structure, and that appropriate systems, policies and structures are in place to support future work.
In late 2023, the Board of Trustees agreed a forward plan, setting out the charity’s objectives and the activities we plan to deliver over the next 3-5 years. Our work is guided by 5 high-level, strategic objectives. We aim that by 2028:
- Deaf Unity will have created in partnership with London schools a high-quality, effective careers advice pack/toolkit which can be accessed digitally by schools across the UK to inspire and support deaf learners on their FE/HE/vocational journey.
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Deaf Unity will be providing a comprehensive package of support around employability, that is recognised and in use by 5 leading nationwide employers and by the National Union of Students (NUS).
- We will be hosting in London a highly respected, impactful annual event for deaf people in work that is reaching 100 deaf people each year, directly or indirectly
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Deaf Unity will be able to evidence that the CIO is making a substantial positive difference in the lives of learners, students and employees - through quantitative and qualitative feedback including testimonials and case studies
- Our organisation will be stable, financially secure and resilient, supported by strong governance and management systems and effective partnership networks
This commission directly supports objective 5.
In parallel with this:
- Deaf Unity will work with an Evaluation specialist to develop a practical, effective evaluation framework and plan enabling us to capture and analyse our impact across the full range of our activities. This will enable us to improve the design and delivery of our services and activities, on an ongoing basis and to better evidence the charity’s impact and the difference we are making in people’s lives.
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Staff and Trustees will undertake training to address identified skills and knowledge gaps (a modest budget is allocated for this)
This programme of development activity is kindly funded by Trust for London.
In the course of the year Deaf Unity will also be working with a corporate partner offering pro-bono support to redevelop the website and advise on online course delivery.
Overview of role
The consultant will be required to lead and support Deaf Unity’s CEO and Board through a systematic approach to agreeing, implementing and embedding the new structure. We currently envisage that this will include:
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A review of the functions, skills and competencies required to deliver Deaf Unity’s forward plan
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Producing a proposed, costed staff structure, with salaries, rates of pay and conditions that are benchmarked against the sector and meet good practice e.g. in terms of Living Wage parity
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Business planning to include producing a revised budget for 2025 (currently indicative only) and an indicative budget for 2026, based on current levels of activity/growth, to ensure that the new structure is affordable. (An in-depth business development process is planned for a later stage, separate from this commission)
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A review of governance and existing policies
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Support with the transition process e.g. ensuring that the moving of any freelance staff to salaried contracts is compliant with the law and with good employment practice
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Development of a training plan (spanning the Board, staff and freelance team) to address identified skills gaps
We will however welcome alternative proposals for how this work might most effectively be structured.
Schedule
We aim to start work in mid April 2025, completing by end October 2025 (7 months). The consultant will be required to work flexibly throughout this period and this will be negotiated with you on appointment, bearing in mind your other commitments.
Time commitment: estimated 15-20 days over a 7-month period
Fees: Fixed fee is £8,250 inclusive of VAT and expenses
Specification
The consultant will -
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Inform and guide the transition to this new staffing model and way of working, to ensure the resulting structures are effective, affordable and compliant with statutory requirements and with best practice
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Provide hands-on practical support where necessary e.g. benchmarking salaries, drafting job descriptions, reviewing and updating budgets, reviewing policies
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Be aware of and alert to Deaf Unity’s ongoing, parallel streams of activity (e.g. evaluation work, development of website) and strive to maximise synergies and added value linked to these
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Have due regard throughout the process to Deaf Unity’s charitable objects, so as to ensure that all progress is made with these and the good of our beneficiaries in mind
Person specification
Essential
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Evidenced skills and experience in supporting projects of this nature for third sector organisations that have limited capacity and resources
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Comprehensive and up-to-date knowledge of employment/HR law and practice
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An understanding of the operating context of a charity such as ours, that is reliant on mixed income streams including fees, public grants and charitable grants.
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Experience of business planning for the voluntary sector
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Exceptional communication and strong facilitation skills, coupled with sensitivity and a commitment to confidentiality
Desirable
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Some knowledge of British Sign Language
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Familiarity with the XERO accounting system
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Commitment to values of social justice and equity
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Experience of working with the deaf community
It is anticipated that you will work remotely: Deaf Unity currently does not use a main office.
How to Apply
To apply for this role, please submit an application of no more than 1000 words detailing your relevant experience and qualifications; two or more examples of past, comparable roles you have successfully completed and your interest in the project. Please provide details of two referees.
Please submit this by 5pm on 7 April 2025. Please use “Organisational Development” as your title.
This will be a Freelance contract. You will be responsible for paying your own Tax and NI contributions.
Interviews will be held online in the week commencing 14th or 21st April 2025
Deaf Unity celebrates diversity and opportunity. We strive to ensure the deaf Community and its members have access to the same opportunities as those in wider society and the same chances to contribute their talent and skills to the workforce. We will guarantee an interview for all deaf applicants to this role who meet the essential criteria.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Following the return of our co-founder Becca Dean MBE as CEO, we're excited to be recruiting for several new roles as we move into the next chapter of our journey. Having recently celebrated our 12th birthday, we're more determined than ever to reach even more girls and young women, and we’re building a brilliant team to help us do just that. If you're passionate about empowering the next generation, we’d love to hear from you.
THE ROLE
The Fundraising Manager (Partnerships) role is a fantastic opportunity to lead on developing partnerships with The Girls’ Network's corporate and public sector supporters. The programme is well established with £170,000 worth of partners already on board. There is an opportunity to put your own stamp on the work, developing new collateral and ideas for excellent partnerships. The role is within our Fundraising & Communications team of four staff and works in collaboration with regional Senior Network Managers. There is an opportunity for the post holder to collaborate with the Fundraising Manager (Trusts and Foundations) on the development of grant applications.
Key roles and responsibilities
Income generation
- Primary focus of the role is to manage a portfolio of £170,000 worth of corporate partners and public sector organisations, to meet annual income targets and provide an excellent supporter experience.
- Develop compelling funding propositions and case for support to meet priorities, working closely with colleagues in Fundraising & Communications, Programmes and Monitoring, Research, Evaluation & Learning (MERL).
- Maintain an up-to-date pipeline of prospects through research and excellent record keeping (using SalesForce), ensuring that applications are made to meet known deadlines.
- Collaborate with Network Managers on regional corporate partnerships, ensuring a consistent and good supporter experience and identifying opportunities for development.
- Ensure that all reporting and grant monitoring is delivered in a timely manner, working closely with the MERL Manager and colleagues across Programmes.
- Oversee calendar of third-party events, liaising with external partners and ensuring appropriate TGN involvement.
- Provide internal management information and reporting to the Head of Fundraising on a quarterly basis, or as required.
Stewardship
- Develop data management processes, ensuring timely impact reporting or other agreed deliverables.
- Ensure all donations and supporters are thanked in a timely and appropriate mode to their giving channel.
- Keep all relevant donor and financial information up-to-date on Salesforce, ensuring adherence to GDPR and other relevant good practice, as defined by the Fundraising Regulator and other sector bodies.
- Work with Communications to ensure regular updates to website and other digital channels, identifying opportunities for partnership activities.
- Work with colleagues in Fundraising & Communications and CEO to deliver appropriate partner recognition including events and other engagement activities
Other duties
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As a small charity with limited resources, all staff are expected to be flexible with their work and as such you may be required to undertake other duties and tasks as assigned from time to time.
WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE
- You will have at least five years’ relevant experience as a fundraiser or in other similar roles e.g. marketing or sales, ideally with at least three years working in fundraising and be able to demonstrate previous success in generating income and achieving targets.
- You will be an exceptional communicator with the confidence to work on your own initiative and to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- You will be well organised with excellent attention to detail, work well under pressure and have the ability to think both strategically and operationally.
- You have a good understanding of the disadvantages faced by both women and those from the least advantaged communities and have a drive to rectify the inequalities that currently exist.
- You thrive on the potential to make a real difference with your work.
Essential
- Proven experience in the charity sector and able to demonstrate fundraising or similar success.
- A skilled and confident relationship builder who enjoys maintaining and sustaining contacts.
- Extremely well organised and self-motivated.
- The ability to recognise opportunities to help achieve income targets.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Understanding of financial information and ability to provide relevant data for applications including budgets and operational targets.
- Commitment to gender equality and social mobility.
- Confidence managing stakeholders.
- Resilience and ability to self-manage workload with support from line manager.
Desirable
- You are flexible in your approach to working with a small organisation and understand the time and resource limitations You have safeguarding knowledge.
- Experience in using Salesforce or another CRM, Hootsuite, Canva, Access (website), Mailchimp.
- Understanding or experience of working from home.
- Experience of working in a small charity.
For more information about our organisation and details on how to apply, please visit our website and download the candidate pack.
Good luck with your application.
Our mission is to inspire and empower girls from the least advantaged communities by connecting them with a mentor and network of female role models.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Goodman Masson are delighted to be partnered with the Black Researcher Consortium to recruit for their Consortium Director on a part time basis (3 days per week with room for growth)
The Black Researcher Consortium is a newly formed community interest company (C.I.C.), designed, developed and built by people with Black heritage, for people with Black heritage. The Consortium objects are to address the systemic underrepresentation of Black researchers across educational institutions, research organisations, government, and industry environments in collaboration with Black researchers, Black-led community initiatives and all those bridging the systemic gap, connecting Black researchers.
As the Consortium Director, you will lead the development of a newly created C.I.C. by working with community stakeholders and the board of directors to develop and implement a strategic vision. You will need to build strong relationships with stakeholders including researchers, community groups, research institutes, universities, industry, government bodies, and funders. The Consortium Director will be responsible for developing a 5-year plan to meet the primary objects of the Consortium: to address the underrepresentation of Black researchers in academic and industry environments.
As BRC's first employee this is a unique opportunity to shape and develop the direction of the organisation. This is a transformative opportunity to build and lead a mission-driven team and organisation dedicated to tackling systemic inequities in research.
Main Responsibilities Include:
- Develop and implement a 5-year strategic plan
- Recruit, develop, and support a team who are committed to the Consortium's mission and values
- Build and maintain strong relationships with funders, collaborator organisations, and the wider community
- Identify and secure funding opportunities
- Oversee the organisation's financial health, including budgeting, fundraising, and financial reporting
- Ensure the smooth running of the organisation's operations
- Report directly to the Board of Directors and provide regular updates on strategic objectives
Essentials:
- Experience in mentoring, coaching, or empowering teams to achieve measurable outcomes
- History of managing teams and projects (from initiation to completion), including budget planning and management
- Proven experience developing organisational strategy and business planning
- Demonstrate inclusive leadership by fostering a collaborative environment
- Ability to influence and work closely with a Board/ELT
- Experience of preparing and pitching to funders, collaborators and/or other stakeholders
- An understanding of the broad diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) landscape
Salary range is £65,000 - £75,000 pro rata (depending on experience)
Flexible working arrangements with the option to work from home or hybrid.
Application Process
To apply for the role please submit an updated CV along with your response to the following questions to Dan Kelner at Goodman Masson:
- In addressing the underrepresentation of Black researchers, a big part of the role of Consortium Director will be in advocacy. Can you tell us about an experience of developing and conducting advocacy work?
- Culture, community, and collaboration have been key in the background to BRC thus far, can you tell us about a time when you had to work collaboratively with a particular community
- As a brand-new organisation, what challenges do you foresee BRC facing in its first year and over the course of the next five years and how would you propose to address them?
- Please feel free to add any other comments that you think might be useful in understand what you will contribute to the role of Consortium Director
Please note, the deadline for applications is Friday 2nd May.
Interview Timelines
- 1st stage Interviews: 22nd May
- 2nd Stage Interviews: 6th June
In our company values we aim for equity at all stages of the recruitment process, please let us know if we can do anything to make the process more accessible to you.