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We are seeking an experienced fundraiser with proven success to lead our fundraising work in the Africa region. The role will work closely with Africa team colleagues, central fundraising teams (Institutional Funding, Individuals, and Trusts and Foundations) and with our cross-cutting teams based both in the UK and in region. Key external relationships are with multilateral and bilateral government agencies, intergovernmental bodies and other funding organisations. The role will be key to building capacity in fundraising and donor related skillsets, both within the Africa team and with partner organisations, whilst at the same time playing a critical role in securing the funding we need to enable conservation impact and ensuring that nature underpins development and well-being across the region.
The successful candidate will have a Proven track record in leading successful large scale funding proposals, from overall design and writing of content through to logframe and budget development as well as proven ability to secure funding from multi-lateral and bi-lateral agencies (including statutory donors) and the private sector.
With fluency in English, you will have excellent communication and presentation skills to both technical and non-technical audiences and a proven ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with a diverse group of individuals and organisations.
A good technical background and understanding of a range of conservation issues is essential as is proven experience of influencing donor priorities, negotiating and approving statutory donor grant agreements.
You will have a commitment to building the capacity of local teams and experience in mentoring individual and in developing and delivering training materials.
In return, the role offers the opportunity to work within an international, impactful and ground-breaking organisation, at the forefront of global conservation.
Please visit our website and download the job application pack for further details on how to apply.
The closing date for applications is Sunday,11 May 2025. First interviews are likely to take place during the week commencing Monday,19 May 2025 with a written assessment and second interviews planned for the week commencing 26 May 2025.
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Saferworld is looking for a Project Manager to lead the Women, Peace & Security (WPS) Helpdesk within the Conflict Advisory Unit (CAU). In this role, you will oversee the day-to-day operations of our UK government call-down service, providing high-quality advisory support to donors, UN agencies, NGOs, and other humanitarian and peacebuilding actors. Your responsibilities include managing project implementation and grant administration, coordinating call-off requests from initiation to completion, and working with teams of experts to ensure the highest quality outcomes.
In addition to maintaining rigorous standards of confidentiality and performance, you will collaborate closely with the finance team to ensure accurate and timely financial and narrative reporting. You will also be responsible for promoting and supporting the uptake of helpdesk outputs by regularly updating our online repository. Liaising with UK government departments and officials is a critical part of the role, as it involves generating demand for our advisory services and representing the helpdesk in outreach and strategic engagements.
You will work under the direction of the CAU Team Lead while supporting strategic oversight on WPS initiatives. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to gender-sensitive conflict and security policies and to advance Saferworld's mission and vision.
Please note that applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We encourage you to submit your application promptly.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We’ve recently refreshed and invested in our fundraising team,creating four fantastic new roles that reflect our bold ambitions for the future. This is an incredible opportunity to join a passionate, purpose-driven charity at a pivotal time — bringing your ideas,energy,and experience to a team that’s all about collaboration, creativity, and making a real difference.
Challenge Events Officer
Annual Salary - £24,000 - £28,500 FTE, (£14,400 - £17,100 pro rata)
Weekly Hours - 21 hours (part time)
Reporting To - Community & Events Manager
Contract Type - Permanent
Work Location - Primarily based in Guildford (GU1 1TU) with flexible work options.
BENEFITS - Why Work With Us?
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Generous Holiday Allowance – Enjoy 32 days off a yea (including bank holidays), pro rata for part-time staff-with extra days for long service. Plus, we’ll give you your birthday off after your first year – because cake should be mandatory!
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Real Work-Life Balance – We care deeply about your wellbeing and believe in supporting our teams as much as we do the children and families we serve.
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Training That Grows With You – Plus, every team member gets a personal training budget and access to a holistic learning platform to support your development.
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Perks That Make Life Easier – We’ll cover the cost of your DBS check, and you’ll get access to a NEST pension and Simply Health cash plan for everyday healthcare costs.
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Room to Recharge – After 3 years, you’ll be eligible for a career break to refresh, reflect, or do something amazing.
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Parking - No need to play musical chairs with parking spots – we've got free parking just for you!
ABOUT US
Challengers is a charity dedicated to transforming the lives of disabled children and young people through the power of play. We provide inclusive, fun, and safe spaces across the Southeast where children aged 2–18 can make friends, enjoy new experiences, and develop vital life skills. Our unique non-exclusion policy ensures that every child, regardless of the complexity of their needs, is welcomed and supported.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
As Challenge Events Officer, you will be responsible for recruiting and supporting participants in a variety of fundraising events – from marathons to skydives – to raise vital funds for disabled children and young people. You’ll manage multiple events, deliver excellent supporter care, and build lasting relationships to encourage long-term engagement with Challengers.
Using your skills in marketing, social media, and event planning, you'll drive participation and help meet ambitious income targets. Working closely with the Community & Events Manager, you will support both third-party and bespoke events, contribute to strategy development, and ensure every experience aligns with Challengers’ values. Evening and weekend work may be required as part of this dynamic, rewarding role
You’ll Be Great If...
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You have experience in fundraising, particularly within community and events, and know what it takes to run successful campaigns.
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You’re highly organised with excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
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You can build strong relationships with a wide range of people, from volunteers to donors.
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You understand the challenges faced by disabled children, young people, and their families.
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You’re tech-savvy, confident using Microsoft Office, design tools like Canva, and open to learning new systems quickly.
Confidence can sometimes hold us back from applying for a job- There is no such thing as the perfect candidate. Challengers is a place where everyone can grow. We follow equal opportunities so however you identify and whatever your background you bring with you, please apply if this is a role that would make you excited to come into work every day
Application closing date: Mon 5th May
Head to our website for our recruitment pack!
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Come and make a difference by joining our team reaching people who find it most difficult to access advice. Money Advice Plus work both locally in Sussex and nationwide. Our mission is to help people manage their money effectively, and our independent, confidential and flexible approach is tailored to individuals’ needs, allowing us to reach those who find it most difficult to access advice. You will be joining a large team of Money Advisers providing specialist level debt and benefit advice and casework.
We have 2 posts available - 1 based in our Brighton and Hove office, and the second either based in our office, but fully remote working possible. For both posts you will have lots of variety, providing telephone specialist debt and benefit advice and casework across a range of projects. If you are based in our office you will also deliver face-to-face advice both in the office and other outreach locations including Foodbanks and with inpatients.
Ideally you will hold a qualification in Money Advice, obtained either through the Institute of Money Advisers or the Money and Pensions Service. If you do not have a qualification, you must be prepared to work towards obtaining this, included some study in your own time. You will have excellent communication and digital skills, be comfortable delivering advice in person and by phone, and be able to plan and organise your work effectively.
If you'd like to learn more about the post, or would like to apply in different format, please contact Nick Vaughan (details in our job pack).
If you'd like to discuss the role before applying, please contact Nick Vaughan. Please tell us how you meet the Person Specification contained in the attached document when applying.
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Your new company
My client is a health-based research charity based in the heart of London. They are looking for an Operations Manager to provide additional support who is comfortable working in senior-level settings and people manage a team of 4-5 Executive Assistants. This role will be fast-paced, and you will be asked to take on all responsibility for various projects. You will be expected to work a minimum of 3 days on-site in their Central London offices.
Your new role
- Manage the team of EAs
- Co-ordinate and deliver all cross-divisional projects, communications, meetings, and wellbeing activities to ensure the effective and smooth running of the division.
- Preparing documents for CEO / CoS including correspondence, reports, minutes, briefing notes and other papers and preparing presentations
- Organising meetings at divisional level, including meetings of the senior management team and external parties
- Manage the team's operational budget, including the tracking of expenditure and review of monthly/quarterly reports. Process expenses and invoices.
- Manage and deliver cross-departmental projects. Act as point of contact for the CEO's office for organisation-wide initiatives.
- Assist in the preparation of papers for internal and external meetings, attending such meetings and producing minutes, action logs or programme documentation.
- Undertake any other work that may be reasonably required from time to time
- Undertake work in accordance with Wellcome policies and principles.
What you'll need to succeed
- EA / Office Management experience
- Excellent people management skills and experience
- Advanced IT Skills - excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office software, including SharePoint.
- Able to draft correspondence
- Experience of managing projects
- Experience of managing a variety of stakeholders
What you'll get in return
A competitive day rate, with the opportunity to be exposed to some wonderful research within the medical field. You will be working in a location with great transport links within the City of London.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. Please note, due to the volume of applications, if you have not been contacted, please assume you have not been successful in the role.
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The Talent Set are delighted to partner with a fantastic charity to recruit for an Individual Giving Acquisition Manager to join their thriving & established team.
The successful candidate will manage a multifaceted programme of online and offline acquisition activity, overseeing a budget of £1.9M to nurture and develop new and existing supporters. Key duties include:
- Managing and optimising a range of direct marketing campaigns & communications, to acquire, retain & develop new and existing donors, maximising the lifetime value of the charity’s supporters.
- Support the Senior Development Manager in the ongoing development of the supporter acquisition strategy, providing comprehensive evaluations on campaigns and supporting on the ongoing innovation of the programme.
- Line manage an Acquisition Executive, ensuring their consistent performance and development through regular meetings, objective setting and appraisals.
- Manage key agency relationships as part of the Acquisition programme.
We’re looking for the following skills and experience for this role:
- Significant experience of developing & implementing direct marketing acquisition campaigns through a range of online and offline channels.
- Proven track record of delivering successful supporter acquisition campaigns, ensuring strong ROI and hitting and exceeding targets and KPI’s.
- A high degree of data and financial literacy, with the ability to develop and measure the effectiveness of fundraising activity.
- Demonstrable experience of managing multifaceted budgets and projects.
We highly encourage you to submit your CV as soon as possible to be considered for this exciting opportunity as interviews are taking place on a rolling basis.
Please note that due to the high volume of applications, we may not be able to respond to every applicant, but we truly appreciate your interest.
We are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practises that ensure equal opportunity for everyone, regardless of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and will happily make reasonable adjustments to always ensure a fair process
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Location: London or Manchester - hybrid working 2-3 days in the office
1st stage interviews: 7th May over MS Teams
For more information, or to apply, please click 'apply now' to be directed to our website.
Join The King’s Trust as our Corporate Partnerships Campaign Lead and help shape a landmark moment in our history!
As we approach our 50th anniversary, we're looking for a dynamic, strategic, and creative fundraising professional to lead a bold and exciting commercial fundraising campaign. You’ll play a central role in unlocking high-value sponsorships, forging innovative brand partnerships, and driving powerful cause-related marketing initiatives, all to help even more young people build brighter futures.
This is more than just a fundraising role, it’s a chance to lead from the front of a high-profile, purpose-driven campaign. Working at the heart of our Commercial team, you’ll collaborate with senior leaders, corporate partners, and creative teams to bring our 50th year to life through activations that captivate, inspire, and deliver real impact. If you thrive in fast-paced, collaborative environments and have a passion for creating opportunities for young people, we want to hear from you.
What happens next?
Please submit a CV, and Cover Letter that includes your experience, transferrable skills and motivation to work for The King's Trust! The Team will be in touch about the next steps shortly after the closing date.
Why do we need a Corporate Partnerships Campaign Lead?
Last year, we helped more than 40,000 Young People, with three in four young people on our programmes moving into a positive outcome in work, education or training. The young people we help face a range of challenges, such as unemployment, mental health issues or some who have been in trouble with the law. We believe all young people should have the chance to succeed, and that young people are the key to a positive and prosperous future for all of us. We want to continue having a positive impact on young people’s lives and we couldn’t do this without the important work of our Corporate Partnerships Campaign Lead!
Perks for working at The Trust!
- Great holiday package! 30 days annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays. Office closure on the days between Christmas and New Year
- Flexible working! Where operationally possible, our roles require a combination of office days and working from home (please speak to the hiring manager about this particular role)
- You can volunteer for and/or attend events – The King's Trust Awards, Pride, active events etc.
- In-house learning platform! Develop your skills for your career and your role
- Benefits platform! Everything from health and financial well-being support to discounts on your favourite restaurants, shops and cinemas.
- Personal development opportunities through our Networks – KT CAN (Cultural Awareness Network), KT GEN (Gender Equality Network), KT DAWN (Disability & Wellbeing Network), and PULSE (LGBTQIA+ Network).
- Fantastic Family leave! Receive 13 weeks of full pay and 13 weeks of half pay for maternity and adoption leave. Receive 8 weeks of full pay for paternity leave.
- Interest-free season ticket loans
- The Trust will contribute 5% of your salary to the Trust Pension Scheme
- Generous life assurance cover (4 x annual salary)
Equal Opportunities
Here at The King's Trust, we're committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. We want to be an organisation that's representative of the communities we serve, which is why we strive for diversity of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, race, religion and sex. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone, from any background, can be themselves and do the best work of their lives.
We are looking for people that can bring different perspectives and experiences and especially welcome applications from those who are underrepresented in our organisation and sector, such as candidates from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds.
We’re a Stonewall Top 100 Employer and we are an employer that is Disability Confident. Our staff, volunteers and young people are supported by KT CAN (our Cultural Awareness Network), KT GEN (Gender Equality Network), KT DAWN (Disability & Wellbeing Network) and PULSE (LGBTQIA+ Network).
Safeguarding
The King's Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of this commitment, we undertake basic disclosure checks in accordance with the Codes of Practice for all roles within the Trust, and for our roles working directly with young people, at an enhanced level. Having a criminal record will not automatically exclude applicants.
A NOTE FOR RECRUITMENT AGENCIES:
We prefer to hire people directly, but we do have a preferred supplier list for when we need a helping hand. We'll be in touch directly if we need you!
Req ID: 3481
We believe that every young person should have the chance to succeed, no matter their background or the challenges they are facing.

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We have an exciting opportunity for a Director of Philanthropy who will develop, provide leadership and operational delivery of the philanthropy fundraising strategy for Our Future Health. The successful candidate will be someone who is highly motivated, proactive and passionate about our mission, with an ability to influence and inspire people.
Our Future Health will be the UK’s largest ever health research programme, bringing people together to develop new ways to detect, prevent, and treat diseases. We are a charity, supported by the UK Government, in partnership with charities and industry. We work closely with the NHS and with public authorities across all nations and regions of the UK.
What you’ll be doing:
The successful Director of Philanthropy will represent Our Future Health at pitches, fundraising events and meetings with internal and external stakeholders. Your key responsibilities will include but not be limited to:
- Lead the planning and management of High Value income streams as well taking a proactive role in fundraising high value gifts from Trusts & Foundations, Corporate Partnerships and Major Donors.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, with the Code of Fundraising Practice, and with official guidance issued by the Fundraising Regulator.
- Undertake research and make use of tools to identify potential High Value partners.
- Develop strong and effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders to develop and implement the philanthropy strategy.
- Cultivate and maintain relationships with high-value donors, ensuring effective solicitation, stewardship, and follow-up to secure significant contributions (six-seven figure gifts). You will lead on prospecting, stewarding, maintaining, and uplifting a portfolio of major donors.
- Build a portfolio of corporate partners, including securing high-value Charity Of The Year partnerships. You will work with the Our Future Health team to grow this income stream from prospecting, approaches, applications, pitches, stewardship and providing account management.
- Build and maintain a portfolio of Trusts & Foundation supporters. Responsible for researching, approaching and developing compelling applications with a focus on ensuring Trusts & Foundations provide a long-term, diverse and sustainable income stream.
- Work closely with colleagues in the Communications Team to write and design compelling cases for support that are tailored to our High Value prospects and partnerships grounded in our branding and communications toolkit.
- Produce regular reports on fundraising activity for the Executive Team and Board, analysing performance against targets, and identifying areas for improvement and growth.
- Develop and deliver effective stewardship journeys and ensuring they are tracked and implemented across High Value giving.
- Contribute to the delivery of effective and efficient governance structures to support Our Future Health’s strategic partnerships, where required.
- Participate actively in team meetings, contributing ideas and insights to enhance team performance and collaboration.
Requirements:
You will be a hardworking, proactive, and ambitious individual who can build and inspire a high-performing team to cultivate and steward high-value supporters effectively. To succeed in this role, you will also have some of the following skills:
- Proven ability to secure six-and seven figure gifts and manage relationships with high-value stakeholders.
- Exceptional communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence at senior levels.
- Excellent relationship-building and stakeholder management abilities.
- Excellent administration and organisational skills.
- Ability to represent and promote Our Future Health to senior stakeholders.
- Proven experience and success in securing, managing, and growing high value fundraising income, including corporate partnerships, trusts & foundations and major donors.
- Demonstratable strong strategic planning skills and the ability to develop, analyse and implement long-term strategies to achieve fundraising targets and enhance Our Future Health’s mission.
- Experience of working within a results-oriented environment, with a record of achieving personal and team KPIs and targets. Proven experience in budgeting and performance monitoring for fundraising activities.
- Experience in managing complex fundraising initiatives across multiple income streams.
- Ability to attend work events outside of working hours as and when necessary.
- Experience of working in a similar role in the academic or biomedical research charity sector and/or NHS would be advantageous.
Benefits:
- £90,000 - £100,000 per annum basic salary.
- Generous Pension Scheme – We invest in your future with employer contributions of up to 12%.
- 30 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays – Enjoy a generous holiday allowance with the flexibility to take bank holidays when it suits you.
- Enhanced Parental Leave – Supporting you during life’s biggest moments.
- Career Growth & Development – £500 per year to spend on Learnerbly, our learning platform, plus regular appraisals and development opportunities.
- Cycle to Work Scheme – Save 25-39% on a new bike and accessories through salary sacrifice.
- Home & Tech Savings – Get up to 8% off on IKEA and Currys products, spreading the cost over 12 months through salary sacrifice.
- £1,000 Employee Referral Bonus – Know someone amazing? Get rewarded for bringing them on board!
- Wellbeing Support – Access to Mental Health First Aiders, plus 24/7 online GP services and an Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family.
- A Great Place to Work – We have a lovely Central London office in Holborn, and offer flexible and remote working arrangements.
Join us - let’s prevent disease together.
Application deadline: 30.04.25
Our Future Health will be the UK’s largest ever health research programme.
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Science engagement, providing the science that inspires our supporters
Science Engagement Manager
£36,000 - £42,000 plus
Reports to: Senior Science Engagement Manager
Directorate: ?Research & Innovation?
Contract: ?Permanent?
Hours: ?Full time 35 hours per week?
Location: ?Stratford, London? ?Office-based with high flexibility (1-2 days per week in the office)? and some national travel for events
Closing date: 27 April 2025 23:55
This vacancy may close earlier if a high volume of applications is received or once a suitable candidate is found, therefore we strongly recommend that you apply early to avoid disappointment. Please let us know if there is anything about the recruitment process that you would like to discuss, in particular if there are any changes or adjustments that would make it easier for you to apply. Please contact or 020 3469 8400 as soon as possible.
Visa sponsorship: You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy. Cancer Research UK is not able to offer visa sponsorship.
Recruitment process: Competency based interview, presentation and written task
Interview dates: Friday 16 and Monday 19 May
At Cancer Research UK, we exist to beat cancer.
The Science Engagement Manager is a key role where you will work with fundraising teams to co-create and deliver compelling stories about Cancer Research UK's research and its impact.
You'll use various mediums from written content to presentations, events and interactive activities. Here are a couple of examples of some of the impactful work our science engagement team have done previously: , and .
We're looking for someone with excellent science communication skills. You'll have the expertise and creative flair to produce accurate, inspiring, and relevant content and be able to communicate confidently with a wide variety of audiences. We're always looking for new ways to connect with our audiences so the more innovative you can be the better.
This role also offers some fantastic development opportunities such as the opportunity to be involved in cross-organisation project groups, presenting our work to internal and external audiences and training staff about our research. As part of a team of 17 Science Engagement specialists you'll also have the opportunity to learn from your peers, giving and receiving feedback on your work to stretch and develop your science writing and engagement skills.
What will I be doing?
Creating impactful scientific stories by seeking out and distilling complex scientific information into engaging content that can inspire our diverse audiences to support Cancer Research UK's mission.
Creating and delivering presentations, written summaries, video content, interactive activities and event experiences. This includes attending events across the country to deliver fundraising pitches, talks at supporter events, interactive experiences, and training and inspiring fundraising colleagues.
Evaluating the impact that content is having, using this to inform new content and concepts and to improve ways of working.
Developing in-depth knowledge of Cancer Research UK's research portfolio and organisation priorities and keeping up to date with the latest developments. Using this knowledge to shape content ideas to maximise their impact, provide expert media opinion and ensure strategic goals are promoted.
Safeguarding Cancer Research UK's brand and ensuring the accuracy of the charity's science communications. This includes reviewing and editing content such as fundraising content for fundraising and mass marketing audiences.
Developing close working relationships with colleagues and external stakeholders, gaining clear insights into the specific requirements and priorities of different audiences to identify and influence choice of appropriate content.
Promoting the skills and expertise of the team to maintain and develop partnerships across the organisation.
Working with key financial support teams to provide due diligence on selection of research options available for donor funding and advising fundraisers on restricted income.
What skills are we looking for?
Excellent scientific knowledge essential. A higher degree (PhD or MSc) in biomedical or related field, or significant work experience in a scientific environment, desirable.
A passion for and proven experience in delivering bold and creative science communications to different audiences essential.
Demonstrable experience in collaborative project management and managing multiple stakeholders essential.
Enthusiasm and ability to keep up to date with the latest in cancer research essential.
Some experience working with charity fundraisers desirable.
Our organisation values are designed to guide all that we do.
Bold: Act with ambition, courage and determination
Credible: Act with rigour and professionalism
Human: Act to have a positive impact on people
Together: Act inclusively and collaboratively
We're looking for people who can believe in and embody these organisation values and can use them to drive forward progress against our mission to beat cancer.
If you're interested in applying and excited about working with us but are unsure if you have the right skills and experience we'd still love to hear from you.
What will I gain?
We create a working environment that supports your wellbeing and provide a generous benefits package, a wide range of career and personal development opportunities and high-quality tools. Our policies and processes enable you to improve your work-life balance, take positive steps in your career and achieve your personal wellbeing goals.
You can explore our benefits by visiting our .
How do I apply?
We operate an anonymised shortlisting process in our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. CVs are required for all applications; but we won't be able to view them until we invite you for an interview. Instead, we ask you to complete the work history section of the online application form for us to be able to assess you fairly and objectively.
For more information on this career opportunity please or contact us at .
For more updates on our work and careers, follow us on: , , , and .
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Background
Chapter One is a dynamic, growing charity with a vision of a world in which all children have the literacy skills needed to thrive. Our mission is to close the reading gap by providing children with one-to-one support at the time they need it most. We work in eleven areas/regions of the UK and will support 3250 children in 2024-25.
Our unique Online Reading Volunteer programme pairs struggling five to seven-year old (KS1) readers with reading support volunteers who are working professionals. The volunteer ask is very focused: readers commit 30 minutes a week to read with a child using a bespoke digital platform for an entire academic year. The results are transformative, boosting children's reading confidence and ability.
From a school perspective, online reading volunteers provide direct, meaningful literacy support for up to 10 pupils per class. The programme is particularly suitable for communities where it might be challenging to find parents and other volunteers who can commit to physically visiting schools to boost reading.
Job Summary
Chapter One is seeking a Manchester Programme Manager who is an excellent communicator and is able both to motivate and support schools and teachers to implement our online reading volunteers programme, and also to ensure that the programme’s impact and benefit to children facing disadvantage communities is maximised throughout the academic year.
The post is ideal for someone looking for part-time, flexible, term-time only work from a home base, but who is also able to travel frequently around the Greater Manchester area to visit schools.The postholder will be joining a team of established Programme Managers (also part-time) who work in different parts of the UK and will need to have some flexibility to work additional hours during busy autumn months, and conversely to work fewer hours during quieter periods of the year.
Key Responsibilities:
• Effectively explain Chapter One’s online reading volunteer programme and its benefits to school leaders and teachers
• Install, setup and maintain Chapter One equipment in participating classrooms
• Fully understand the operation of the Chapter One platform and database and communicate this to others
• Organise and conduct initial teacher training and follow-up
• Ensure a smooth initial launch of Chapter One’s programme in every classroom
• Liaise with colleagues performing technical and volunteer support roles
• Through regular visits to/contact with schools, provide on-going embedded professional learning and support to teachers throughout the year as needed
• Proactively monitor classroom adherence/fidelity to the Chapter One model, including systematic review of data reports and volunteer feedback, taking proactive action to resolve problems that arise
• Analyse and manipulate data (largely in Google sheets) to produce reports and identify trends
• Create regular data summaries for all participating classrooms
• Lead annual review meetings for senior leadership at participating schools
• Support programme monitoring, evaluation and research as required
• Coordinate in person and virtual school ‘visits’ of volunteer teams to classrooms where necessary. This may include opportunities for Chapter One children to visit the office of the volunteers.
• Liaison with corporate partners as required
• Weekly communication and status updates with Senior Programme Manager(s) and wider team
• As a new school year approaches, secure commitments from returning schools and find and target new schools to join Chapter One’s programme
Role Requirements:
Essential
- Highly motivated individual with excellent interpersonal and organisational skills
- Proven track record of working at a senior level in education, project management or a related field
- Proven strength in both written and verbal communication
- Highly IT literate, with excellent computer skills, able to troubleshoot software issues and adept with Google suite
- Ability to manipulate and analyse data to draw useful conclusions to improve programme delivery
- Proven ability to work independently
- Self-starter and quick learner
- Ability to adapt and embrace a changing environment
- University degree
- Ability to drive and access to a car for work purposes
Desirable
- Teaching/education experience with primary age children
Chapter One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value and celebrate diversity in backgrounds and experience and are deliberate about the kind of teams we are building. Literacy is a universal concern, and we need people from all backgrounds to maximise our innovation, creativity and impact. We especially welcome applications from persons who have experienced disadvantage and/or from those who are of Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities who are currently underrepresented in the organisation.
Chapter One is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All postholders are subject to a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service disclosure. Copies of our Safeguarding Policy and Safer Recruitment Policy are available on request.
Please send your CV (maximum 2 A4 sides) and a covering letter via Charity Jobs. Your covering letter (maximum 1 side of A4) should:
1) Explain your relevant experience and why you’re interested in this role at this point in your career.
2) Share your ability to be resilient when things are not going the way you thought, including clear examples of past experiences.
3) Explain how our organisational mission is in line with your values.
Applications that fail to meet these criteria will automatically be discounted. We want you to have every opportunity to shine and to show us your talents—please let us know if there is anything we can do to make sure the assessment process works for you.
At Chapter One, we want to create a world where all children have the literacy skills needed to thrive.
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Prospectus is delighted to be working with a respected educational institution top support with the recruitment of an interim Policy and Research Manager role.
This Policy and Research Manager role is available on a 9-month fixed term contract and full-time basis. This role is available on a hybrid arrangement where you would attend the Fitzrovia office 2 days a week. The salary on offer for this role is circa £50,000.
We are looking for an experienced policy and research professional to lead their Policy & Research Team. You and the talented team will play a crucial role in understanding key topics affecting student life.
You will plan, develop and deliver a programme of effective policy roundtables and events to support with spreading information about the organisations research programme. You will also offer guidance on shaping and influencing policy and analyse trends and policy developments.
In terms of research, you will commission, supervise and undertake large-scale research. You will manage and supervise team members, monitor budgets, expenditure and financial procedures.
To be considered for this role, you will have a university degree in a social science or similar discipline or demonstrable experience in policy and research. You will have knowledge of research methodologies, experience undertaking research studies, and an analytical mindset.
You will have excellent communications skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders. You will have the ability to work as a part of a team and on own initiative. You will have strong IT literacy with experience using Microsoft Office and online platforms.
Desirably, you will have previous experience of working in a students’ union or similar organisation. You will have experience in line management. You will have knowledge/understanding of current policy issues and trends in Higher Education and the student experience.
If you are interested in learning more about the position, please don’t hesitate to get in contact for an initial discussion.
Too many people in our country experience poor health and are dying too young because of who they are, where they were born, and where they live.
At People’s Health Trust we believe in longer lives, better lived.
We partner with expert local organisations working on the front line of addressing health inequalities, corporate organisations and donors, universities, and policy-makers, to understand the effectiveness of different approaches to improving people's quality of life and health. By using the connections, evidence and expertise we have developed, we influence government on how to shape policy that tackles the real causes of poor health.
This new role is crucial to the delivery of the Trust’s programmes and influencing work. With a commitment to social justice and an understanding of how it relates to health more widely, you will drive forward the Trust’s ambition to affect positive changes in policy and practice, in collaboration with communities at the sharp end of disadvantage. With responsibility for key priorities in our Health Justice Fund, you will manage funding programmes and our networks of funded partners, undertake research, and drive public affairs and communications activities under each priority area.
Skilled in programme development and delivery, you will bring your experience of working alongside marginalised people to create actionable solutions and influence decision-makers.
This is an exciting time at the Trust as we work to use our evidence and connections to communities to push health inequalities higher up the political and media agenda in England, Scotland and Wales.
If this sounds like the role you are looking for and you feel you have the skills and experience we need, visit our website for full details about the role and how to apply.
Our diversity data shows that we are currently under-represented by certain groups of people. We particularly encourage applications from people from racially minoritised communities, disabled people, and people from disadvantaged neighbourhoods.
We are committed to being a Disability Confident Employer. Please get in touch if you require any additional support with your job application. This particularly applies to people who need us to make reasonable adjustments under the Equality Act 2010. This could include, but is not limited to, accepting applications in a different format, offering information or explanations in a way which helps you, or working with BSL interpreters.
The deadline for applications is Sunday 27 April 2025 and interviews will be held in London on Friday 9 May 2025.
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Civitas Recruitment are delighted to be working with an organisation who bring the investment community together to work towards a net zero and climate resilient future. The organisation collaborates with investors to create practical solutions that can make a real difference in tackling climate change. An exciting opportunity exists for a Senior Development Manager to join the team. As Senior Development Manager, you will aim to maximise funding from trusts and foundations, strategically build relationships and proactively seek further opportunities to continue expanding the charity’s portfolio of existing relationships and promising prospects to ensure continued, high-value philanthropic support. This is a full-time, 9 month fixed term contract (maternity cover), aiming to start in July. Hybrid in Central London.
Who are we looking for?
Ideal candidates will possess significant and demonstrative experience working with trusts and foundations. You will have a proven track record of producing compelling and successful grant proposals to secure high-value, multi-year grants (success with securing six/seven figure grants highly desirable.) You will have excellent relationship management skills and will be adept at engaging and inspiring donors and understand diverse donor motivations. Candidates will have demonstrable skill in adapting and delivering complex and technical written and verbal communications for a philanthropy audience. Knowledge of the institutional investor landscape and/or finance industry would be a bonus however it is not essential for the role.
If the above role description sounds of interest and you feel like you meet the criteria; please apply immediately or for further information, please contact Syed at Civitas Recruitment for a full JD and informal discussion. Early applications are encouraged as we will be reviewing on a rolling basis and roles may closer earlier than initially indicated.
Are you an experienced finance manager, with a great head for business, a sound understanding of charity governance and excellent communications skills?
Would you like to use your skills and experience to help a leading conservation charity protect and restore Devon’s amazing nature?
The Director of Finance & Governance is a new role within DWT’s welcoming and supportive senior leadership team. You will be responsible for the financial management, business planning and governance of DWT and its trading subsidiaries. You will grow financial capability across the whole organisation and make sure that everyone within the Trust can understand the charity’s finances and has the information they need to make good business decisions. You will ensure that DWT’s resources are managed in line with best practice and are having the greatest possible impact for Devon’s wildlife.
This role is both strategic in nature whilst also requiring active participation and direct involvement in the management of financial systems and processes.
If you are CCAB qualified or equivalent, are commercially astute, excellent with people and want to be part of a brilliant organisation that is making a real difference for our natural environment, this could be the role for you.
This is a full-time permanent post based at Cricklepit Mill, Exeter with the option of working at home for up to 3 days per week. We are open to consideration of other flexible working requests.
Interviews are being held on Monday 19 May and Tuesday 20 May (PM). Second interviews will be held on 3 June (AM).
We welcome candidates of all backgrounds and abilities who meet the essential criteria for this role. To achieve our vision, we need more people, and more diverse people, on nature’s side. We are committed to developing an inclusive and diverse organisation, in which everyone feels supported, valued, and able to be their full selves.
For further information and to apply for the post, please visit our website
DWT is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in employment.
Registered Charity Number no 213224
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Are you a passionate and strategic fundraiser with a proven track record in securing major gifts? Do you have the leadership skills to drive income growth from major donors and trusts? If so, we want to hear from you!
About the Role
We are working with a leading and ambitious charity punching far above their weight. They are seeking a Major Donor and Trusts Manager to lead and grow a portfolio of high-value donors, trusts, and foundations. In this key role, you will develop and implement a philanthropy strategy that strengthens relationships, delivers significant income, and supports vital services.
Key Responsibilities:
· Develop and implement a strategic philanthropy plan to drive income growth.
· Cultivate and steward relationships with major donors, trusts, and statutory bodies.
· Lead and inspire a team of three experienced fundraisers.
· Create compelling cases for support and impact reports in collaboration with other teams
· Organise and engage donors through exclusive events.
· Ensure best practices in donor stewardship and fundraising compliance.
About You:
· Proven track record in securing five- and six-figure gifts from major donors and trusts.
· Strong relationship management, negotiation, and networking skills.
· Experience in managing and coaching a team to achieve ambitious targets.
· Ability to create persuasive proposals and fundraising communications.
· Data-driven approach with experience using CRM systems.
· Passionate about making a real impact in the charity sector.
Why Join?
· A chance to make a tangible difference through high-value fundraising.
· Supportive and dynamic team culture.
· Flexible working arrangements.
· Opportunities for professional development and growth.
If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and play a pivotal role in delivering life-changing support, we’d love to hear from you!