Communication Officer Jobs in Oxfordshire
You’ll be at home, working online, recruiting and interviewing new volunteers, pulling teams together, planning and strategising systems to support our amazing volunteers. You've great people skills and a talent for bringing out the best in people, spotting their strengths, building up their confidence. You’ll be supported by our Salesforce Manager and Content & Communications Lead and will work alongside colleagues heading up our services.
We’re at the start of a new 5-year journey to create space for people who stammer – so we’re building our team. This is a new role at STAMMA, so there is space to shape, create and shape volunteering at the start of our new strategy. Now couldn’t be a better time to join.
We're embarking on a new strategy, fuelled by the National Lottery, which includes significantly expanding our volunteer operations which will be headed up with this new post. We've already a team of over 30 brilliant volunteers. Our services are central to what we do - so you'll be at the very heart of it all. Recruiting and supporting volunteers across the helpline, training and advocacy services, including supporting our amazing group leaders around the country.
Essential Skills & Experience
- At least 3 years’ experience of volunteer management. We’re particularly looking for experience with online recruitment and management of volunteers.
- Experience of establishing new volunteering and training systems, so you can help us scale up operations.
- An understanding of best practice and the regulations around volunteering.
- Thorough understanding of safeguarding practices and issues. The postholder will be the safeguarding lead in this role.
- Experience of presenting to groups of people and facilitating discussion and initiatives and coaching individuals.
- Strong writing and presentation skills.
- Experience of working within voluntary sector.
Desirable
- Experience of working with local groups and/or working with a membership organisation.
- Experience of organising volunteer events.
- Experience of using a CRM or volunteering management system.
- It would be great if you stammer, but not essential.
Soft Skills
- Leadership
- Self-starter
- Able to manage and prioritise a varied workload within deadline.
RESPONSIBILITIES
We expect to recruit from our members and from the community of those who stammer or those who support people who stammer (speech & language therapists, family and friends).
- Recruit and induct new volunteers to support our services, working with the Services Director and the Training & Outreach Lead.
- Work with the service managers to review training and update training modules.
- Ensure there is appropriate training, support, supervision and acknowledgement for volunteers and ensure processes comply with the charity’s values
- Research and write volunteer policies and procedures, including risk assessments.
- Support and recruit volunteer community leaders for our groups and networks; work with them to aim for consistent quality across the groups experience and develop an online training programme for leaders. Longer term, put a funding case together to support a training weekend for community leaders.
- Keep records on which community groups are active and identify areas of need and feedback mechanisms.
- Work with Content & Communications Lead to produce regular mailings and volunteer recruitment campaigns.
- Keep up to date with legislation, best practice and policy related to volunteering and make any necessary modifications to accommodate changes.
- Maintain the database of volunteers and ensure all volunteers are registered members.
- Manage budgets and resources, including the reimbursement of volunteer expenses.
PLEASE NOTE
This is a hybrid role, and all staff are expected to attend team meetings, held in London, every 6-8 weeks.
Candidates need to be based within mainland UK as they will be expected to attend in-person staff meetings and visit local groups.
Previous candidates need not apply.
INTERESTED?
If you think you fit the bill and can tick most of the boxes needed under the Job Spec, then do apply. We need:
1. A CV.
2. A cover letter of no more than 2 pages to explain why you want this job and how you fit the Job Spec, with particular attention to skills and experience. Applications without a cover letter will not be accepted.
Deadline for applications 23rd April.
TIMETABLE
Ongoing Short one-to-one Teams informal chats will be offered to long-listed candidates in the first instance with the CEO, so if you can, get your application in before 29th April. Following this, candidates will be shortlisted for a panel interview via Teams.
Tues 29th April 1st Panel Interview (online)
Thurs 1st May Meet the staff (online): If you reach the 2nd round you will get the chance to meet the staff team and get a feel for the people you’ll be working with.
Fri 9th May 2nd Panel interview, in person, London. Those attending the 2nd panel interview will be expected to prepare a short presentation.
We exist to create a world that makes space for stammering. Where a stammer is embraced as just a difference.



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If you are looking for a new challenge in a friendly, caring and ambitious charity, then Head of Charity at Oxford Health Charity (OHC) may be the role for you.
We are seeking a dynamic leader who will drive the strategic leadership and delivery of all OHC functions and lead Volunteering Services across the Trust. A key focus will be leading on major gift fundraising and major donor relations through an ambitious and sustainable fundraising strategy.
You'll lead our charity team, overseeing all operations and ensuring delivery of strategic and operational plans. Your financial oversight will ensure resources are managed effectively, and you will be responsible for producing the charity’s Annual Report and Accounts, ensuring transparency and accountability.
Leading on major gifts fundraising, building relationships with major donors, trusts, foundations, and corporate partners, you’ll develop a strong pipeline of major donors securing gifts of £5,000 and above while promoting legacy giving and corporate partnerships.
We are seeking an experienced charity leader with a strong background in fundraising, a proven track record in securing high-value gifts and developing donor relationships. Strong leadership skills, strategic thinking, and experience managing complex budgets are essential.
If you’re ready to lead with purpose and compassion and make a lasting difference to our patients, staff and community, we would love to hear from you!
Main duties of the job
This is a rare opportunity to make a tangible impact by securing philanthropic support to enhance patient care and staff wellbeing. Main duties of this role include:
- Develop and implement a charity strategy for OHC and other relevant supporting strategies in collaboration with the Board
- With the Executive Director of Corporate Affairs, provide vision and leadership for the charity setting the overall vision and strategic direction, ensuring alignment with its mission and values
- Take ownership and lead on major gifts fundraising including solicitation and stewardship plans to establish a portfolio of major donors and prospects to include High Net Worth Individuals, Trusts & Foundations and corporates. A specific focus is on securing donations in excess of £5,000 from major donors by initiating, promoting legacy giving and developing long term relationships between supporters, prospective supporters and Oxford Health Trust/Charity
- Ensure appropriate governance is in place for reporting to the Charity Committee and the Charity Board on the charity’s activities.
- Lead, manage and support the Charity Team, empowering them to develop and deliver to the highest level.
- Developing and implementing volunteer roles across the organisation in line with the Volunteer Strategy and organisational strategy and ensuring that appropriate systems and processes are in place for the management of volunteers.
Providing funds which enhance the experience of patients, carers, families and staff receiving support across Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About POW UK
Protect Our Winters UK (POW UK) is a charity that rallies the outdoor community to drive meaningful action on climate change. We are a community of athletes, scientists, creatives, collaborators, and business leaders advancing non-partisan policies that protect our world today and for future generations.
We were founded in 2017 by a team of UK outdoor enthusiasts (like you) to mobilise the UK outdoor sports community. We work with athletes, creatives, the outdoor community, and outdoor industry to bring about a net zero society.
The Opportunity: We are looking for a visionary leader to drive its next stage of growth and impact. Over the past several years, POW UK has grown from a founding idea/cause by pro snowboarder Jeremy Jones to the leading voice for the outdoor community in the UK on climate. POW UK punches above its weight as a recognised, followed and loved brand. We need a leader who can establish the structural base (systems and processes) to enable the organisation’s growth and impact, as well as lead the delivery of the strategy set by the Board. The organisation currently has an annual operating budget of £280K, a 4-person team, and a community of athletes, creators, scientists, and business people in the world. With mounting evidence on climate change and its impacts and with sports clubs, organisations and governing bodies starting to understand this, POW UK’s moment is now. There are significant opportunities to nurture our current audience, grow its adjacent audiences, and expand its relevance. We believe the growth potential for POW UK’s positive influence is truly unlimited.
Key Responsibilities:
· Organizational Leadership: Create a positive and inclusive culture that aligns with POW UK's values. Develop policies, systems, and processes to support our team's growth and effectiveness.
· Strategic Vision: Leverage POW UK's strengths to drive impactful initiatives. Lead the development and execution of our multi-year plan (2025-2029).
· Movement Building: Inspire and rally the outdoor community to influence climate policy. Engage with sports governing bodies, athletes, scientists, and environmental advocates to amplify our mission.
· Fundraising and Audience Expansion: Develop strategies to grow our donor base and build relationships with environmental organizations and sports communities.
· Public Speaking and Marketing: Represent POW UK at events and in the media. Use compelling storytelling to persuade and inspire action.
· Technical Acumen: Dive deep into climate policy and advocacy. Commit to continuous learning and embrace uncomfortable conversations to advance our thought leadership.
· Passion for the Outdoors: Lead by example with your love for extreme winter sports and the outdoor life. Understand the power of this passion to drive change.
Qualifications:
· Bachelor's degree desired; Master's (e.g., MBA) preferred
· 10+ years of executive leadership experience in for-profit or non-profit organizations
· Proven track record of setting ambitious strategies, building teams, and achieving success
· Experience developing HR policies that promote diversity, inclusivity, equity, and learning
· Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
· Positive attitude and passion for climate action and the outdoors
· Understanding of competitive outdoor sports, and the broader outdoor sports community and industry experience preferred
· Belief in POW UK's mission and theory of change
· Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, resource-constrained environment
· Strong leadership, coaching, and mentoring skills
· Ability to handle high-conflict situations with empathy
Why Join Us? As the CEO of POW UK, you will have the chance to lead a passionate team and community dedicated to protecting the environment. You will work with like-minded
individuals who share your love for extreme winter sports and your commitment to combating climate change. Together, we can make a lasting impact on the areas we care about most.
Further details available on our website (type Protect Our Winters UK in search engine). In case of further questions about the role, don't hesitate to reach out to the team.
Please submit CV and Cover Letter in PDF format
Our mission is to rally the outdoor community to lead meaningful climate action.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Barnabas Aid is seeking a proactive and experienced Philanthropy Manager to join our International Outreach team. This new role is integral to ensuring the growth and sustainability of our work through regular or one time organisational and personal donations. The Philanthropy Manager will develop and implement a comprehensive strategy in support of this, targeting potential supporters who wish to leave a lasting impact through Barnabas’ work. The role will involve cultivating relationships with current and prospective organisational and private UK based and international supporters, overseeing communications and marketing strategies, and ensuring that Barnabas Aid’s fund raising programme is promoted effectively across all channels.
As part of a dynamic fundraising team, the Philanthropy Manager will work closely with the Head of Campaigns, the Living Streams Officer, and the Head of Communications. The role
will also involve engagement with donors, ensuring that Barnabas Aid is at the forefront of supporters' minds when it comes to making donations or leaving a legacy for future generations of Christians in need.
We aim to support Christian communities, churches and individuals around the world who face persecution and discrimination because of their Faith.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Partnerships & Philanthropy Executive
We are seeking a Partnerships and Philanthropy Executive to play a vital role in supporting the generation of income from high-audiences, ensuring that the charity can be there to support everyone to get the healthcare they deserve.
Position: Partnerships & Philanthropy Executive
Location: Hybrid with occasional travel to Warwick, London, Birmingham
Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 per annum
Hours: Full Time 35 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: Monday 21st April
Interview: W/C 28th April
The Role
As a Partnerships & Philanthropy Executive, you will play a pivotal role in managing a portfolio of high-value supporters across corporate, philanthropic, and charitable trust income streams. You will support the cultivation and recruitment of supporters to the high-value giving club, while collaborating closely with the Partnerships & Philanthropy Team to develop and deliver impactful, multi-year partnerships that help to provide essential healthcare support.
Key Responsibilities
• Manage and develop relationships with a diverse portfolio of philanthropic and corporate supporters, creating bespoke solicitation and stewardship plans.
• Collaborate with the Partnerships & Philanthropy Team to cultivate and steward key relationships, including working with membership teams and arranging visits to funded projects.
• Oversee the cultivation and stewardship of Payroll Giving Partnerships, creating impactful communications and reporting.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with philanthropy teams across member charities.
• Maintain up-to-date donor records on the fundraising database (Raiser’s Edge) and support reporting requirements.
• Ensure due diligence is completed and gift agreements are in place with the support of the Partnerships & Philanthropy Operations Team.
• Contribute to planning, budgeting, and reporting on portfolio progress.
• Work proactively within the wider fundraising team, fostering a high-performance and collaborative environment.
• Collaborate across the directorate to maximize supporter lifetime value and achieve fundraising goals.
You will be expected to uphold best practices in supporter engagement, ensuring all activities comply with charity law, GDPR, and industry standards, while contributing to the overall success of the team and the charity’s mission.
About You
You will need to be an excellent communicator, both in person and in writing, with the ability to convey ideas clearly and build strong relationships. Your exceptional project management skills enable you to juggle multiple priorities and meet deadlines effectively, while maintaining a high standard of work.
A true team player, you will thrive in collaborative environments and work well to commissioned briefs, always ensuring goals are met. Passionate and driven, you are committed to delivering results with a structured and detail-oriented approach.
While not essential, an understanding of fundraising, particularly through partnerships and philanthropic relationships, would be an asset, helping you contribute effectively to our fundraising goals.
Benefits Include:
• 10% Employers Pension Contribution
• 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays as a minimum
• Flexible Working
• 2 hours per week Wellbeing time out for full time staff
• Apprenticeships, training and development opportunities
• Health Cash Plan
• Company Rewards
• Plus many more great staff benefits!
Please upload your CV and a covering letter outlining your interest in the role, how you meet the criteria of the role. The covering letter should be no more than 2 sides of A4.
Equality and Diversity
The charity is committed to inclusivity and representing the diversity of the communities, it serves. We welcome and encourage applications from all backgrounds and all sections of the community. Applicants will be treated fairly throughout the recruitment process, and the team will ensure there is no unfair discrimination on the basis of race, ethnic origin, disability, gender, religion or belief, age, sexual orientation or any other relevant characteristic.
Other roles you may have experience of could include Partnerships & Fundraising Executive, Corporate Partnerships Executive, Philanthropy & Development Officer, Fundraising Partnerships Officer, Strategic Partnerships Executive,
Corporate Relations Executive, Philanthropy Officer, Major Gifts Executive, Development Executive, Relationship Manager.
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Using Anonymous Recruitment
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We are looking for a compassionate, proactive, experienced, and professionally registered nurse to evolve our support services and provide excellent, specialist care for families affected by Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood (SUDC).
SUDC UK has a small, warm, passionate and impactful team who currently support families facing the sudden death of a child between 1-18 years, with no clear explanation for their child’s death.
Currently, the charity’s co-founder and CEO delivers services in collaboration with our affiliate organisation, the SUDC Foundation (based in the U.S). This new role will evolve SUDC UK’s direct support services by delivering an expanded, evidence-based SUDC UK pathway of exceptional care for registered families.
The role will include providing 1-1 supportive zoom calls for information and guidance, case advocacy requiring collaboration and relationship building with professionals like Coroner’s officers and paediatricians, signposting, referrals and collaboration with other organisations, a family peer connection program, family events, service review and continuous improvement.
We are looking for an experienced full time Statutory Fundraiser with a strong track record of generating income and managing multi-year grants from Statutory funders and Trusts.
The ideal candidate will have experience of translating complex information into inspiring written narratives and compelling cases for support through written proposals. Experience in multi-year Government and National Lottery funding and grant management is essential.
This is a great time to join the team as we start on a new future strategy at Guide Dogs. The role is hybrid with opportunities to travel and collaborate with both internal and external stakeholders and offers a great salary and benefits package. Minimum one day a week in the office, based close to one of our Guide Dogs offices, ideally in Leamington Spa or Reading.
Why Guide Dogs?
By joining our team, you’ll become part of a charity that transforms lives. You’ll help amplify our mission and work alongside a group of passionate, dedicated professionals. We offer a supportive work environment where your expertise can truly make a difference.
No two people with sight loss are the same, and none of our people are either. So, we are proud to offer a range of person-centred benefits that can support each member of staff in ways that really mean something to them – and show them how much they mean to us. We offer a flexible benefits package, discounts and cashback scheme, a generous holiday allowance and matched contributory pension scheme to care for our people.
For the complete list of essential and desirable criteria please view the job description attached to this advert.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Anti-Social Behaviour Officer - £39,039 pa
Hybrid Working – 3 Days onsite in Hemel Hempstead
Our fantastic Housing department has an opening for an Anti-Social Behaviour Officer providing a responsive and customer focused service in relation to the management of ASB to Hightown’s residents in rented accommodation, keeping up to date with legislation, regulatory requirements and best practice in this area.
The ASB Officer will work alongside Housing Officers in response to ASB reports, taking the lead on, investigating, gathering evidence and resolving ASB reports ensuring that internal policies and procedures are complied with and offering appropriate advice and assistance.
Key Responsibilities
- To undertake victim and perpetrator risk assessments, ensuring that vulnerable residents are identified and have appropriate support in place.
- To effectively investigate and manage serious cases of ASB and prepare for legal action where necessary. To ensure that cases have been fully investigated following Hightown's policies and procedures.
- To provide guidance to victims and witnesses through the legal process as a named contact including updating complainants and victims as to developments of cases.
- To liaise with and provide supporting evidence to the police and local authorities in applications for Closure Orders.
As part of your lead role, you will be expected to keep up to date with legislation, regulatory requirements and best practice in your key area as well as providing guidance to other team members when needed.
Due to the nature of the role, you must have a driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes.
About Us
Hightown is a charitable housing association operating principally in Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Berkshire. We believe everyone should have a home and the support they need, so our aim is to build new homes and to provide excellent housing and support.
We currently manage over 9,000 homes and employ over 1100 Permanent and Bank staff in our Care and Supported Housing Schemes and from our head office in Hemel Hempstead. We have an annual turnover of £121 million and a development programme that will deliver over 350 new affordable homes each year.
The Benefits
We offer a range of benefits which include:
- 33 days of annual leave including Bank Holidays, rising to 35 days with service
- £39,039 pa for 35 hours a week contract
- Monthly attendance bonus
- Ongoing professional development and support to deliver outstanding support
- Access to favourable discounts and savings at high street retailers, gyms, restaurants, and cinemas
- Workplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times your annual salary
- Employee support and health & wellbeing services
- Well-equipped on-site gym
If you are interested in joining our friendly team, please apply below.
Interview Date: 2nd April 2025
We are an Equal Opportunities & Disability Confident Employer.
Please note that we will be shortlisting and interviewing candidates on an ongoing basis and therefore we may close the vacancy early. Interested applicants are therefore encouraged to apply as soon as possible to ensure they are considered
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
£32,000 per annum | Full-Time | Permanent
Are you looking to build your career in fundraising and relationship management? Join SPANA as our Fundraising Relationships Officer, where you’ll play a key role in supporting high-value donor and corporate fundraising initiatives that transform the welfare of working animals worldwide.
What You’ll Do
As Fundraising Relationships Officer, you will:
- Project-manage donor mailings, appeals, and engagement activities to strengthen relationships with major donors and corporate partners.
- Support the stewardship programme, ensuring high-value donors receive exceptional care and communications.
- Conduct in-depth research to identify and analyse new funding opportunities.
- Maintain and manage a donor prospect pipeline to help grow fundraising income.
- Organise and coordinate high-value fundraising events, ensuring seamless execution.
- Assist with the development of fundraising materials to support donor engagement.
- Provide administrative support, including drafting documents, data entry, and meeting coordination.
Why Choose SPANA?
- Impact-Driven Work: Your role will help secure funding that directly improves the lives of working animals.
- Career Development: Gain valuable fundraising experience and develop skills in donor engagement, research, and events.
- Supportive Team: Work within a collaborative and passionate fundraising department.
- Flexible Working: Hybrid role with 1-2 days per month in the London office and remote working.
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for an organised and proactive individual who:
- Has experience in fundraising, supporter engagement, or a related role.
- Is confident in conducting donor research and maintaining a prospect pipeline.
- Possesses excellent organisational and administrative skills, with attention to detail.
- Can communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
- Is passionate about animal welfare and committed to SPANA’s mission.
About SPANA
SPANA is dedicated to improving the welfare of working animals worldwide. Through veterinary care, education, and advocacy, we ensure that animals in some of the world’s most vulnerable communities receive the protection and support they deserve.
How to Apply
If you’re ready to support high-value fundraising and make a meaningful impact, apply today. Together, we can create a better future for working animals worldwide.
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.
Green Doctor Trainee
Ref: GDT0425
Contract type: 12 Months, Fixed term
Number of hours per week: 37.5 hours per week.
Working pattern: Mon – Fri
Hourly rate of pay: £12.21 per hour/ £23,809.50 per annum
Responsible to: Senior Project Officer
Location: Colne Valley Park Centre (Field Based Role)
The Green Doctor Trainee will work alongside our experienced Green Doctors to help residents use energy efficiently, reduce bills, and to stay warm and well in their homes. The role will include supporting customers by telephone, travelling in the local area to deliver home energy visits, fitting small energy-saving measures (sometimes involving working at height), and taking part in promotional activities to spread the word about our service. You will learn how to use equipment and tools, gather and record data accurately, and ultimately provide high-quality advice to help people who are most in need.
We are seeking an individual who is motivated to develop a career in the energy advice sector, and who is committed to supporting vulnerable people to act more sustainably, to stay warm and well in their homes, and to reduce their household bills.
The ideal candidate would be approachable, professional and motivated to learn. We’ll help you to gain the technical qualifications, skills, knowledge and experience needed, provided you commit to a structured programme of learning alongside other Trainees. The role will involve working in communities and supporting vulnerable people in their homes, so interpersonal skills and a commitment to working safely and responsibly will be critical.
As part of a small team, communication and team-working skills will be essential, as well a willingness to travel to support customers within an agreed geographical area.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
We encourage applications from people who can demonstrate:
• Motivation and a willingness to learn
• Interest in local and global environmental issues
• Ability to relate to people from diverse backgrounds
• Confidence when dealing with customers face-to-face and on the phone
• Ability to use own initiative and work as part of a small team
• Time management and organisational skills
• A good understanding of IT (Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Zoom)
• Confident in English and Maths
• Compliance with appropriate background checks
A Driver’s License is essential and an organisation vehicle will be provided.
For an entry-level role, the person specification is for guidance, so if you meet the majority of the criteria and/or have transferable skills or experience you think will help you in the role, then please continue with your application.
GREEN DOCTOR ACADEMY
This placement is part of a national Green Doctor Trainee scheme funded by the Cadent Foundation. Trainees will take part in the Green Doctor Academy: a program of training, learning and support. This will include a period of training, support, and observing colleagues before you take responsibility for your own Green Doctor caseload.
The Green Doctor Academy, provided by Groundwork Manchester, will include a 2-day induction for trainees to understand the role and explore key issues of fuel poverty, energy-saving awareness, climate education and property retrofit.
This is followed by a mixture of face-to-face and online training and opportunities to gain qualifications such as:
• Level 3 City and Guilds Energy Awareness
• Carbon Literacy Certificate
• Qualifications Network UK (QNUK) Level 2 Health and Safety at Work
• QNUK Level 2 Award in Principles of Manual handling at Work
• QNUK Level 2 Safe Use of Ladders and Stepladders (3 Guided Learning Hours)
• Asbestos Awareness (online module) – Asbestos Awareness – UK Asbestos Training Association
• Safeguarding and working with vulnerable residents
To give you an idea of the kind of learning involved in the Green Doctor Academy, Level 2 qualifications equate to a GCSE standard pass (Intermediate GNVQ or BTEC first certificate) and will help you build knowledge in the area. Level 3 covers more complex work and will help you develop your supervisory skills – this equates to BTEC National Certificate or Vocational A-Level / A-level.
In addition, Groundwork South will provide a full induction to our organisation and how Green Doctor works across our region. Training and support for trainees will include:
• Line manager support to map and review the goals of your placement.
• Informal buddy system during on boarding
Closing Date: 28th May 2025
Interview date: 5th May 2025 (e.g. over Teams/Zoom)
We will contact you to let you know whether you have been shortlisted for an interview.
Interviews last approximately an hour and we aim for an informal format.
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.
Appointment to this role is subject to an enhanced records check through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
Groundwork South is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all members of the community.
No agencies please.
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We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Senior Executive Assistant (virtual) to support our CEO and the broader leadership team including the Chair and Vice Chair of our Independent Advisory Group (IAG) and Board Chair. This remote EU-time zone role is central to optimising leadership effectiveness and the organisation’s operational efficiency. The role will blend high-level executive assistance with strategic support, project management, and stakeholder engagement to help drive Travalyst’s mission forward. This role offers a dynamic and diverse set of responsibilities, allowing you to both grow professionally as well as make a tangible impact on Travalyst's success and sustainability mission.
Executive Assistance
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Provide comprehensive diary management for the CEO (and broader leadership team where required), including scheduling meetings, coordinating agendas, and organising travel arrangements.
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Act as a key point of contact among stakeholders, managing relationships and communications with tact and professionalism.
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Support the CEO in managing relationships with the Duke of Sussex’s office (Archewell) and other high-profile partners.
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Oversee logistical arrangements for events, meetings, and speaking engagements, ensuring seamless execution.
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In busy times, assist in triaging the CEO’s inbox, helping to draft responses, prioritise communications, and ensure timely follow-ups.
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Book Executive Leadership Team (ELT) business travel arrangements, including flights, transportation, accommodation and planning for dietary needs to be met.
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Liaise with other staff and board members on behalf of the CEO / leadership team, when appropriate.
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Assist in accurately and succinctly minuting meetings on behalf of the CEO where required.
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Conduct research where required on sustainability and travel-related topics, synthesising insights to inform decision-making and communications.
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Prepare briefing documents, reports, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
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Comprehensive use of G-Suite, Mailchimp, Miro, Slack and Salesforce. Use of project management software such as Notion also an advantage.
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Act as a culture ambassador, proactively fostering a positive and inclusive organisational culture.
IAG Support
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Prepare, support and debrief IAG meetings and any IAG sub-task groups, and manage records and distribution of key advice and decisions.
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Follow up with internal teams on the impact of advice given.
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Manage scheduling, support with invoicing, etc.
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Monitor IAG governance processes and performance, and make recommendations for improving processes.
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Run the project management side of the IAG (e.g. Notion, weekly goals spreadsheet).
Event Management
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Alongside other assisting team members, play a central role in external event management and coordination e.g. of Global Convening. Coordinating logistics inclusive of travel and accommodation, as well as overseeing communications, agenda, activities and all food and beverage.
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Logistical coordination for speaking engagements at events, such as GBTA/COP etc, and co-ordinating meetings/dinners and/or coalition workshops, where possible.
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Plan, organise, and execute sustainable virtual and hybrid events such as webinars, workshops, team socials, regular secretariat meetings, conferences including Secretariat off-site events.
How do we work?
We approach our work with courage and humility, embracing challenges directly while striving for excellence in all that we do. We value innovation, taking risks, and making informed decisions to deliver meaningful impact. Adaptability is at the core of our approach as we navigate evolving opportunities and challenges. Above all, we prioritise collaboration and care — for each other and for the planet we share. As a fully remote team, we depend heavily on video calls and digital tools to stay connected and effective. While we acknowledge we are not perfect, we pride ourselves on maintaining a growth mindset, always seeking opportunities to learn, improve, and make a difference every day.
What skills we’re looking for:
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Executive-Level Experience: Proven experience as a senior EA, ideally supporting C-suite executives in fast-paced environments for 4+ years.
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Strategic Thinking: Ability to anticipate needs, think critically, and offer solutions to complex challenges.
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Communication Skills: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including drafting professional correspondence, minuting and preparing reports.
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Organisational Skills: Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities with excellent attention to detail.
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Tech Savvy: Proficient in virtual collaboration tools (e.g., G-Suite, Microsoft Office, Notion, Slack, Salesforce) and comfortable troubleshooting basic IT issues.
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Confidentiality: Experience handling sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
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Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a dynamic, remote working environment.
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Proactive Problem Solver: Ability to anticipate needs and proactively address issues on behalf of the CEO.
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Time Management: Strong time-management skills and the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
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Team Player: A collaborative attitude with the ability to work effectively within a remote team.
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Customer Service Orientation: A commitment to providing exceptional service to both internal and external stakeholders.
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Educational Background: A relevant degree or professional qualification is advantageous.
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Industry Knowledge: Strong understanding of sustainable travel and tourism, with the ability to engage meaningfully on the subject will be advantageous but not essential.
This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a meaningful cause while providing essential support to the leadership team. If you possess the required skills and are passionate about sustainability, we invite you to apply for this exciting position.
An ‘Open to All’ employer, we warmly welcome everybody to the team. People of colour, LGBTQIA+ people, neurodiverse people, individuals with impairments, and parents are encouraged to apply. We encourage you to notify our team of your pronouns at any stage of your application. We also welcome applications from people who come from communities that are directly affected by the impacts of travel and tourism. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process as required. Please add any adjustment requests to your application.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Salary: £30,000-£32,000
Contract: Permanent, full-time
Location: Remote, UK-based (occasional travel to Cambridge or London)
Closing date: Rolling
Benefits: Flexible working policy, Paid charity volunteer days, Employee Assistance Programme, Life assurance cover, Employer pension contribution up to 5%
We have an excellent opportunity for a Senior Donor Journey Officer working for a wonderful global charity, supporting children at risk of losing parental care, and ensuring healthy relationships. You will report to the Head of Supporter Care and Development. As part of this exciting new role, you will be developing and implementing retention supporter experience to maximise supporter engagement both on-and off-line to help support growth strategy. You will also work with the Communications team to ensure that content and campaigns are delivered.
This role will offer you the brilliant opportunity to directly contribute to the organisation's ability to create meaningful change by inspiring and sustaining ongoing commitment.
To be successful as the Senior Donor Journey Officer, you will need:
- Demonstrable experience in individual giving donor journey planning and implementation, with experience of supporting or managing retention campaigns
- Experience of planning and delivery of multi-channel supporter experiences that increase engagement, fundraising rates and average value
- Ability to report, analyse data and make recommendations that improve donor journeys, fundraising and the supporter experience
If you would like to have an informal discussion, please call Heather on 02030 062787 or email your interest along with your CV to [email protected]
Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency, we use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable roles. We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment, working ethically, supporting people to find their perfect role within the not-for-profit sector.
We are passionate about improving equality across the sector, you can read more about our commitment to diversity here.
If enough applications are received the charity reserve the right to end the application period sooner.
Do you have the desire to empower and promote independence and an interest in mental health?
Senior Digital Marketing Manager - £44,720 - £47,320 per annum pro rata to £36,259.46 - £38,367.57 (Salaries vary depending on experience)
Hours – Part-Time 30 hours per week - over 4 days, Monday - Friday
Department – Communication & Fundraising
Location – Hybrid - One day in the office at AGP, Littlemore, Oxford, plus additional days as required
What You’ll Be Doing:
Response are looking for an enthusiastic & creative individual to join our Communication & Fundraising team as Senior Digital Marketing Manager. The Senior Digital Marketing Manager will lead the development and implementation of Response’s social media strategies, overseeing both paid and organic content to raise awareness of the organisation’s work, connect with key stakeholders, and drive digital fundraising. As part of a small, dynamic team of five, including the Associate Director of Fundraising, Communications and Marketing, and two Communications and Digital Marketing Officers, and a PR consultant the postholder will play a central role in enhancing our digital presence, delivering results-focused campaigns, and supporting the broader communications and fundraising goals of Response.
Overall job responsibility: Further detail can be viewed in the Job Description. Some of the core duties include:
Lead the planning, implementation, and optimisation of paid and organic social media campaigns.
Work collaboratively to identify target audiences and create tailored, impactful content to engage potential donors, key stakeholders, including commissioners, potential new employees and those who may benefit from our services.
Oversee the creation of compelling, high-quality content that demonstrates the impact of Response’s work, using lived experience stories, case studies, and data-driven insights.
Oversee the management of all social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, and others, ensuring consistency with brand messaging.
Identify and develop opportunities to grow digital fundraising, leveraging paid social media campaigns, crowdfunding, and other tools.
The Successful Applicant: Our main priority for all our roles at Response is to find people that can live our values every day – Caring, Safe, Creative and Aspirational. We provide excellent training on everything else, but we do ask that you have:
Educated to degree-Level or CRM or equivalent experience.
Strong understanding of digital marketing strategies, tools, and trends, including paid social, SEO, and email marketing best practices.
Awareness of public relations principles and best practices in digital communications.
Experience managing social media platforms, including community management and performance optimisation.
Experience managing the design and production of marketing materials, with proficiency in tools such as Canva or Adobe Creative Suite.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with an ability to write persuasively for diverse audiences.
What We Offer:
33 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)
Blue Light card and other discounted shopping
Employee Assistance Plan - with access to free counselling
Cycle to Work Scheme (after probation)
Enhanced family friendly leave
Flexible and agile working opportunities (role dependent)
Professional qualification sponsorship and study leave
£500 refer a friend bonus scheme
Optional health cash care plan with money off prescriptions and treatments
Wellbeing hub and mental wellbeing support app - approved by NHS
Free flu jabs
Free DBS application.
If this Senior Digital Marketing Manager position sounds like the role for you then please apply today! We would love to hear from you! To learn more about Response and what we do, please visit our website. Closing date – 23/04/2025.
Our employees and clients come from all over the world, we proudly promote a friendly and inclusive culture and are registered as a Disability Confident Employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our clients. All our roles require an enhanced DBS check, two references from most recent employers and you must have the right to work in the UK.
BMS World Mission is looking for an accomplished fundraiser, who is passionate about working for a world where all can experience faith in Christ and the abundant life only, he provides. You’ll have experience in implementing and delivering successful fundraising strategies, leading on church engagement, individual giving, trust and foundations and legacies.
We’re excited about growing our supporter base with new audiences and in developing and deepening the relationship with our current supporters. This is a key role to help BMS to delivering its ambitious vision to mobilise people, resources and skills across the Global Church to share the good news of Jesus and practical hope where they’re needed most.
You’ll be responsible for delivering the fundraising strategy, reporting directly into the Director of Fundraising and Communications. This role is ideal for someone who is excited to both develop and drive forward our strategy while also being hands on in working on projects.
BMS World Mission mobilises people, resources and skills across the Global Church to share the good news of Jesus and practical hope they’re need
Do you want to make a difference?
The RAF Benevolent Fund is the leading welfare charity for the RAF. Every year we make a real difference to over 40,000 people who benefit from our services. Working at the Fund is more than sitting at your desk ad in this role you will have the opportunity to be part of our RAF Family. Alongside helping our beneficiaries, we also get to hang out with Spitfires and Typhoons, take part in a Dambusters bike ride, attend events like Royal Ascot, the Chelsea Flower Show, and the Bomber Command Memorial Service. Every day you will make a difference and play your part in changing the lives of others and helping people in the RAF Family get through the toughest of times.
It doesn’t matter how long someone served or when. If they were part of the RAF, they and their family are part of our RAF Family. We will always be here to support them when they need it most.
Join the RAF Family and play your part in making a difference.
Do you want to play a part in what we do?
People are at the heart of what we do. Together we:
· Help reduce social isolation and loneliness among veterans.
· We support ill or injured men and women to have a safe place to call home, a home that meets their specific needs.
· We fund youth services on stations to provide clubs and activities for the children of serving personnel who move every few years.
· We provide grants to help with the cost of living. But this is just a few of the ways we help.
We are looking for a Community Fundraiser who is an excellent communicator and an energetic self-starter. You are comfortable with working independently, but ready to utilise the support of colleagues across the Fund. Above all, you naturally build rapport to quickly establish relationships and develop innovative partnerships. No one day will be the same and as part of the regional team, you will be the local face and voice of the Fund on the ground. You will quickly build your understanding of the key influencers in your community, and you will ensure they understand what we do so they will want to be associated with the charity. You will be responsible for raising income through existing networks of supporters, volunteers and building new relationships within the RAF, community groups and local business.
The role is primarily community based in East Anglia and requires travel around the region (Cambridgeshire, London Kent, Essex & Suffolk) and occasional overnight stays. Some evening and weekend work is also required during the busier months at planned events when required. The candidate must have their own vehicle for use of traveling around the regions. Occasional travel to London will be required. The successful candidate for this role will need a full UK driver’s license; to be Basic DBS checked and prove they have the right to work in the UK.
To apply, please click on this link and send your CV, together with a cover letter detailing why you believe you are suitable for this role, providing examples of how you meet the job profile when you apply through our recruitment portal.
The closing date for applications is Thursday 17th April 2025, 5.00pm. Please note interviews will be happening week commencing 5th May 2025.
A copy of the Fund’s Candidate Privacy Notice can be found on our website. As an equal opportunities employer, the Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. The Fund takes safeguarding seriously, and appropriate background checks will be completed. You can find out more about our commitment to safeguarding on our website. This role requires a Basic DBS check. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join the Fund.
The Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund is a Registered Charity (No. 1081009).
Our vision is that everyone in our RAF Family – veterans, serving personnel and their families – gets support in their hour of need.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.