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Position: Quality Manger
Hours: Full-time (35 hours a week)
Contract: Permanent
Location: Office-based in London with flexibility to work remotely
Salary: Starting from £32,301 per annum plus excellent benefits
Salary Band and Job Family: Band 2*, Charity
*you’ll start at our entry point salary of £32,301* per annum, increasing to £34,320* after 6 months service and satisfactory performance and to £36,338* after a further 6 months.

About us

We make sure people living with MS are at the centre of everything we do. And it’s this commitment that unites us across the UK.

Our strategy is based on what people affected by MS have told us is important to them. It gives us a clear and determined focus.

Our work is based on the hopes and aspirations of our MS community. Together we campaign at all levels, fund ground-breaking research and provide award winning support and information.

Our people are our greatest asset and the key to our success. We offer a vibrant, progressive working environment where you'll be able to make a difference.

About this job

We're looking for an experienced policy and compliance expert, with exceptional organisational skills, the ability to understand complex regulations and processes, and communicate simply and effectively.

At a time of transformative and exciting change within the organisation, you'll be responsible for developing Engagement and Income Generation (EIG) policies, compliance and Continuous Improvement (CI).

You’ll work with the MS Society Governance function and support relevant EIG Policy Owners to ensure all EIG policies are reviewed, clear, concise and documented, and all policy and regulatory areas are compliant with adequate assurance.  You’ll develop and oversee annual plans for EIG policy and compliance development, reviews, reporting, audits and training.

As EIG CI Lead, you’ll work with MS Society CI function, to champion, develop, and implement CI activities within EIG, and in line with MS Society CI organisational framework, including principles, standards, methodology, and documentation.

You will also provide support for various other ad-hoc EIG activities and initiatives that support quality improvement within EIG.

Closing date for applications: 9:00 on Monday 17th February 2025

Interested?

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Equal Opportunities 
We particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities and or from ethnic minority backgrounds.

We’d be grateful if you downloaded and completed the equality and diversity monitoring form and submit it with your application. 

Disability Confident Employer 
We’re a Disability Confident Employer and we’re committed to promoting equality and diversity.

You can ask for reasonable adjustments as part of both our recruitment and new starter on-boarding processes.

If you need any help or adjustments to apply for this role, please contact us. You can also ask for the application materials to be sent to you in a different format. Such as for them to be sent to you by email or in a larger word format.

More about our employee benefits:
We have a wide range of employee benefits including (but not limited to): 

Encouraging work life balance

• 38 days paid annual leave (including bank holidays), pro-rata for part-time
• More annual leave entitlement, based on length of employment
• Smart working options (with the opportunity to work remotely and find a smart working pattern that suits both you and us) 
• Flexible working options 

Caring for you and your family 

• Generous sick pay entitlement
• More sick pay entitlement, based on length of employment 
• Opportunity to buy and sell annual leave in each calendar year 
• Free access to a GP virtually 24 hours a day/7 days a week allowing you unlimited advice, reassurance and where appropriate diagnosis 
• Enhanced leave for new parents 
• Free access to a confidential 24 hours a day/7 days a week helpline service for both you and your family with a specialist range of support and information
• Special leave options (such as up to 5 days paid leave for domestic or personal emergencies a year)
• 10 days paid disability leave a year, pro-rata for part-time 
• 10 days paid carers’ leave a year, pro-rata for part-time 
• Cycle to work scheme 
• Death in service scheme
• New family-friendly benefits, including paid leave:
  • In the event of miscarriage or still birth 
  • To support fertility treatments
  • For antenatal appointments for both parents

Thinking about your finances 

• Enhanced salary sacrifice pension scheme
• Discounted season ticket loan and interest-free emergency loans
• Give as you earn to support other charities of your choice before tax
• New employee portal including lifestyle savings vouchers and personal wellbeing

Enriching your life at work

• Personalised development plans with a wide range of training courses and opportunities to source additional training options with your line manager
• Yearly internal apprenticeship opportunities
• New, modern offices that embrace working together both in-person and remotely 
• Various opportunities to influence how we internally operate (including surveys, and focus and committee groups) 
• Active and supportive internal employee networking groups for collaboration and peer support 
• 2 days paid leave a year for volunteering for MS Society activities during normal working hours (such as fundraising events, or campaigning in the local community) 
• 2 days paid leave a year for volunteering with other charities during normal

Safeguarding 
We’re committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of everyone who uses our services and we come into contact with.

This is regardless of Gender, Race, Disability, Sexual orientation, Religion or belief, Pregnancy, Gender reassignment.

We recognise our particular responsibility to make sure vulnerable adults and children are protected.

We have measures in place to protect everyone we come into contact with from abuse and maltreatment of all kinds.

Your right to work in the UK 
You must have the right to work in the UK to work in paid employment with us. You’ll need to share documents showing you’re eligible to work in the UK if we offer you employment.

You can find the UK visas and permits granting you the right to work in the UK on the UK Government website. We currently don’t have a Sponsor Licence agreement with the Home Office and aren’t able to support you with your visa applications.

No agencies please.

Youth and Community Leader

Oasis@Knights (Streatham/Brixton Hill, South London)

40 hours per week (1.0FTE)

Permanent

Salary: £38,441 per annum

Want to lead a Youth Centre offering a diverse range of activities for the local community?

Want to enable young people to thrive?

Want to be lead a dynamic, passionate and impactful team?

Knights Youth Centre (KYC) was established in 1936 as an independent Christian Charity. The centre provides a range of universal and targeted youth work programmes in partnership with a number of statutory and voluntary organisations and is located on the boundary of the Clapham Park Estate (the largest estate in the Borough of Lambeth) in an area of high social need. In 2025 KYC is joining the Oasis family of charities and will be known as Oasis@Knights. Oasis’ vision is for community, a place where everyone is included, making a contribution and reaching their God-given potential. There is also the exciting opportunity to collaborate with the Oasis St Martins Village in nearby Tulse Hill, our new village that works with local partners to provide a welcoming inclusive space to provide opportunities for young people and tackle issues such as school attendance and exclusions.

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Youth and Community Leader to manage and develop the work at Oasis@Knights. This is an opportunity to lead a team committed to making a tangible difference in the lives young people, their families and the broader community. The successful candidate will be responsible for strategic leadership and operational management, which includes overseeing a range of youth and community activities. A critical aspect of this role involves fundraising, business development, and monitoring the impact of all initiatives.

Key responsibilities include:

· Overseeing youth provision, including mentoring, youth clubs and targeted interventions.

· Ensuring effective financial management and income generation to sustain and expand services.

· Managing and growing a team of staff and volunteers, ensuring alignment with Oasis’ ethos and values.

· Building strong partnerships with local stakeholders to support the delivery of impactful youth projects.

· Developing and maintaining monitoring and evaluation frameworks to demonstrate the impact of activities.

· Working with the building narrative to ensure compliance with health and safety, safeguarding, and other statutory requirements.

The successful post holder must have:

· A degree-level qualification or equivalent in youth work, community development or a related field.

· Proven experience in leading youth projects and managing diverse teams.

· Strong fundraising and income generation skills, with the ability to create and implement successful strategies.

· Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships.

· Knowledge of safeguarding practices and experience working with young people in challenging environments.

· A track record of developing and implementing strategic plans in partnership with stakeholders.

· A commitment to the Oasis ethos and values, including inclusion, equality, and perseverance.

As part of the package, Oasis offers:

· A pension scheme, offering 7% employer contribution.

· A generous holiday allowance, starting at 25 days per year (plus 8 Bank Holidays).

· Policies which promote well-being and are family friendly.

To apply, please send your CV and a Supporting Statement (no more than two A4 pages) for further information please visit the Oasis Charity Jobs Website. 

Please expand on your CV to tell us about relevant skills, experience and qualification you have, that relate to the job description and person specification.

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

Completed applications should be returned by 9am on Wednesday 19th February 2025.

Interviews will take place at the Youth Centre on Thursday 27th February 2025.

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

Oasis is committed to making a difference to the lives of the communities it works in, and as such you must show a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the values and behaviours which flow from the Oasis ethos.  We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks. 

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

Oasis supports Equal Opportunities.  Registered Charity No. 1163889

At Unlock we want to ensure that people with criminal records have access to the best quality support possible.

We have our website which receives over 1.5 million visits, and our helpline with nearly 10,000 contacts every year; now we want to take this support out into communities to make sure our expertise gets to everyone who needs it. With over 12.5 million people affected by a criminal record and with this number growing, we know our service is even more important than ever.

We want to build a network of community organisations that are connected to Unlock and have access to specialist training in supporting people with criminal records. This new role is pivotal to achieving the vision of Better Advice for All.

If you’d like to be part of this vision and the role fits with your skills and experience, we look forward to your application.

Role Summary & Responsibilities

As a Junior Fundraiser, you will work closely with our fundraising team to support and execute initiatives that generate vital income for our organisation. This is an entry-level role with comprehensive training, ideal for someone looking to start a career in fundraising, charity work, or nonprofit management.

What We’re Looking For 

We’re seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual with: 

• A passion for making a difference and supporting good causes. 

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills. 

• Creativity and a proactive approach to problem-solving. 

• Good organizational and time-management skills. 

• A willingness to learn and develop fundraising skills. 

• Experience with social media and basic computer applications (desirable but not essential). 

What We Offer

• Comprehensive training and mentorship to kickstart your career in fundraising. Including Level 3 Fundraising training from the University of Kent.  

• A supportive and inclusive working environment. 

• Opportunities to lead on projects and grow your confidence. 

• The chance to work on meaningful projects and make a real impact. 

• Free on-site parking

• Regular public transport to Oxford, Abingdon, Didcot and Wantage 

• Shutdown over Christmas period 

• Birthday wellbeing day off 

• Employee Assistance Programme 

• Generous annual leave 

• Fair company sick pay 

• Pension scheme 

Career Progression: Upon successful completion of the training programme and achieving the necessary qualifications, there will be opportunities for career advancement within the organisation. This includes potential promotions to more senior fundraising roles, allowing you to further develop your skills and take on greater responsibilities.

Please refer to the attached role description for further information on responsibilities and benefits. Responsibilities may vary from time to time, depending on the needs of the organisation.

Join Our Team as a Data Compliance Lead at MSI UK!

Are you a dedicated professional with a passion for safeguarding data and driving operational excellence? If you thrive in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment, MSI Reproductive Choices UK has the perfect role for you!

⌚ Hours: 35 hours
�� Contract type: Permanent, hybrid
�� Salary: £42,213.23 to £51,078.01 (dependant on experience and skills)

What can we offer you?
 

• �� Improve your work/home life balance – enjoy remote working with travel at least once a month.
• �� Expenses incurred while traveling outside your base location will be reimbursed.
• �� Birthday Bonus with an additional day of annual leave dedicated to celebrating your birthday and long service recognition rewards programme 
• �� Perks and discounts at over 4000 retail and hospitality outlets through the Blue Light Card

In addition to the perks outlined above, there are many more benefits alongside what is written above for you to enjoy. Find out more during your interview!

Your Role: Data Compliance Lead
As our Data Compliance Lead, you’ll play a vital role in embedding data protection best practices across our organisation. Reporting to the Senior Quality and Governance Partner, you’ll ensure compliance with UK data protection laws, safeguard client data, and contribute to continuous quality improvement. This is a pivotal role that combines technical expertise, stakeholder collaboration, and the opportunity to make a real impact.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the annual completion of the Data Security and Protection Toolkit.
• Manage Freedom of Information (FOI) and Subject Access Requests (SARs).
• Oversee data incidents and risks, escalating to the Information Commissioner’s Office when required.
• Conduct data compliance audits across services, ensuring GDPR and regulatory adherence.
• Develop and update policies, processes, and training for data governance and protection.
• Monitor industry and regulatory changes, ensuring MSI UK remains compliant and forward-thinking.
• Collaborate with IT and Cyber teams to maintain certifications like ISO27001 and Cyber Essentials Plus.

What We’re Looking For:

• Flexibility to travel regularly to satisfy audits and internal reporting at our clinics and hubs across the UK  
• Demonstrable experience with data compliance and governance, ideally in healthcare or not-for-profit sectors.
• Strong understanding of UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018, and related frameworks.
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders whilst taking initiative and show ability to work autonomously.
• Proficiency in tools like Office 365 and privacy tools and software (e.g., OneTrust).

Ready to Make a Difference?
If you’re passionate about data compliance and want to contribute to a mission that changes lives, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today and be part of a team that believes in choice, equality, and empowerment.

Purpose of the Job

UK Youth is seeking an exceptional Project and Events Manager to drive the logistical planning, launch and delivery of the Joined Up Institute. Building on the success of the Joined Up Summit, the Joined Up Institute will be a groundbreaking year-round learning opportunity for practitioners across the youth, education, employment, health, social care, youth justice, business, government, and civil society sectors united by a common mission: to transform opportunities and outcomes for young people through cross-sector collaboration and evidence-based solutions. 

Reporting to the Network Development Consultant, you will be responsible for providing the technical and operational expertise to ensure the successful delivery of key convening events that form part of the Joined Up Institute learning journey. You will work closely with the Director of Network Delivery and a cross functional project team to coordinate all aspects of project planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of the events and providing wider project management support as needed. The role requires a highly organised, detail-oriented, and proactive individual with strong project management skills and experience delivering complex, innovative large-scale events.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Management, Planning and Co-ordination 

• Stakeholder Management and Communication 

• Event Management and Logistics 

• Budget and Resource Management

Experience we're after

• Proven experience in project management, with a track record of delivering complex, large-scale projects

• Proven experience in successfully planning, delivering and managing large, complex or an ongoing series of events (e.g. a professional development programme)

• Experience of working with young people/ youth sector and understand the challenges they face 

• Experience of connecting cross sector networks and understand the challenges and opportunities in this space 

• Experience of using digital platforms (CRM/stakeholder management systems) to engage networks and communities

• Monitoring and evaluation experience and an understanding of the importance of data in decision making

Who we are

UK Youth is a leading charity that exists to ensure all young people are equipped to thrive and empowered to contribute at every stage of their lives. We work with others to ensure that the youth sector is strengthened, supported, and that provision is youth-led, evidence-informed and delivers high-quality outcomes.

UK Youth plays a unique role in addressing; the lack of investment in the youth sector, the lack of cross sector understanding in how youth work makes a difference and the limited opportunities to embed effective solutions. These factors lead to mass inequality of access to youth services for young people. To find more about us and how we make an impact, please visit UK Youth Website.

Why work at UK Youth?

We are a value-based, passionate and committed organisation offering a friendly working environment with lots of opportunities for professional development and socialising (even for those working remotely!) from lunch and learn sessions, staff quizzes to virtual coffee meet ups.

UK Youth prides itself on being an Equal Opportunity employer and we would particularly welcome applications for this role from those who identify under one of the protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.

We value the differences that a diverse workforce brings and are committed to inclusivity, and to employing and supporting a diverse workforce. Our selection procedures ensure that people are treated on the basis of their relevant merits, experience, skills and abilities and that no individual receives more or less favourable treatment.

We welcome applications from groups currently under-represented in our organisation including BIPOC, LGBTQ+ and persons with disabilities. We are also currently underrepresented by men, and so are seeking applications from different backgrounds, cultures, age, experience and identity to bring a wide range of experience, ideas, views and insights to UK Youth.

What we can offer you

We offer a competitive range of benefits, good work/life balance, excellent learning and development opportunities and vibrant organisational culture:

• Flexible/Agile Working

• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time employees)

• Funded training provided in; Safeguarding, GDPR, Information and Cyber Security & Equality & Diversity

• Other training available in support of your personal and professional development

• Pension scheme (currently UK Youth match employee contributions up to 5%)

• Membership of our life insurance scheme which would pay-out up to 4 times your salary

• Employee Assistance Programme to support employees both professionally and personally

• 20% discount off bookings at Avon Tyrrell, our New Forest Outdoor Centre, including camping, lodges and outdoor activities.

• IT equipment provided for the duration of contract

• CycleScheme and TechScheme

How to apply

If you would like to be considered for this fantastic opportunity, please complete an application via our completely anonymised recruitment system provided by Applied which looks to create a fair and unbiased application process for all. Scroll to the top of the page and start your application.

Closing date: Monday 10th February 2025 at 23:59 (midnight)

Provisional Interview Dates: Wednesday 19th February 2025

As this role involves working in a regulated environment with young people, any offer will be conditional to satisfactory background checks, which include criminal record check and employment reference.

At Student Minds, we’re seeking a dynamic Programmes Lead - Sector Improvement to oversee our flagship University Mental Health Charter (UMHC) Programme and Award, supporting universities to adopt a whole-organisation approach to mental health and wellbeing.
 

This is your chance to:

• Lead a team delivering sector-wide impact.
• Develop and oversee the delivery of ambitious programmes, ensuring they are sustainable and high quality.
• Build strategic partnerships across the HE and mental health sectors.

If you’re a strong leader with experience in programme management, stakeholder engagement, and change management, join us in creating conditions where every student can belong and thrive.

About Student Minds:
Student Minds is the UK’s student mental health charity. We work with students, professionals, and leaders to change the state of student mental health. Our work is growing, and we are looking for an experienced and dynamic Programmes Lead - Sector Improvement to join our team.

The Role:
As the Programmes Lead - Sector Improvement, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing our sector improvement programmes, providing strategic guidance, and driving change across the HE sector to improve mental health outcomes.

The UMHC framework, launched in 2019, is a set of evidence-informed principles supporting universities to adopt a whole-university approach to mental health and wellbeing. To support its adoption, Student Minds introduced the UMHC Award assessment process and a holistic membership programme (‘Programme’) for universities in 2021.

Through the UMHC Award and Programme, we aim to ensure every university and HE organisation in the UK adopts a strategic, whole-organisation approach to wellbeing and mental health, creating conditions where all students can belong and succeed in the ways that matter to them. This ambitious, impactful programme sits at the heart of the Student Minds strategy.
 

The Programmes Lead - Sector Improvement will:

• Lead National Programmes: Manage a team delivering the UMHC Programme and Award Assessments, working closely with the Head of Programmes to set strategic direction and ensure successful delivery.
• Recruit and Train Assessors: Lead a team of over 40 Assessors to deliver the UMHC Award Assessment process to approximately 16 universities annually.
• Develop Events and Resources: Plan and deliver conferences, online and in-person events, and resources for our growing membership base (113 universities and counting in 2024/25).
• Build Strategic Relationships: Engage with the HE and mental health sectors to foster partnerships, identify needs, and drive improvement.
• Financial Oversight: Support annual fee reviews and manage a complex programme budget with significant income and expenditure.
• Drive Organisational Thinking: As part of the Leadership Group, contribute to shaping the future of sector improvement opportunities at Student Minds.

We are seeking a resilient, adaptable, and accountable leader who thrives in a dynamic and evolving environment.

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Proven experience managing complex programmes and achieving strategic objectives.
• Strong commercial awareness with a track record of balancing cost, quality, and time effectively.
• Extensive experience in change management, including leading teams through transitions.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, building and sustaining strong relationships.
• Strong team management and conflict resolution capabilities.
• Public speaking experience, with confidence in presenting complex ideas to diverse audiences.
• Knowledge of system change approaches, with adaptability to evolving processes.

Desirable Skills and Experience:

• Experience leading an Award Assessment Programme.
• Knowledge of the HE sector.
• Experience in or knowledge of the mental health sector.

How to apply

If you’re ready to lead our digital evolution and make a meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you!

1. Download the recruitment pack in the document section at the bottom of this page, where you’ll find more information about the role including responsibilities and person specifications. 
2. Download and complete our application form -instead of collecting CVs, we use an application form to ensure fairness and equal opportunity for all. 
3. Upload your completed application form. 

Application deadline: 23rd February
1st stage interview:5th March (online via Google Meets)
2nd stage interview: 12th March in person at our Leeds office

Location: London-based or remote in the UK, as long as travel to the office in London for two consecutive days per month is feasible. OR, Brussels-based or elsewhere in Belgium as long as regular travel to Brussels is feasible, with travel to London for two consecutive days every second month.

Role: Permanent

Salary:  

UK: £50,000 plus 10% employer-contributed pension; 4 day full-time work week (Monday – Thursday) 

Belgium: EUR 60,000, 4 day full-time work week (Monday – Thursday) 

About us 

Established in 2021, Opportunity Green is a fast-growing not-for-profit organisation that helps to identify and unlock opportunities to tackle climate change. We build ambitious coalitions, support climate vulnerable countries in international negotiations and find innovative legal pathways to fight climate change.

What’s the role? 

The Philanthropy Manager will be our first hire in our fundraising team and so is an exciting opportunity to work closely with Opportunity Green’s CEO as the organisation grows. We have grown to 25 people with a turnover of £3m in just over three years. There is significantly more potential for Opportunity Green to reach even further and have an even greater impact.

We are now looking for a Philanthropy Manager to maximise Opportunity Green’s ability to grow.  You will work closely with OG colleagues across the organisation to understand their work and help us to find new donors, whilst also assisting the CEO in managing our current donors. You will develop new successful applications and cultivate strong relationships with prospects.

This role is essential in Opportunity Green’s expanding team and organisation. You will develop ambitious, strategic and innovative funding partnerships with trusts and foundations and HNWIs, focussing on grants at the £500,000+ unrestricted level and increasing the number of unrestricted grants. You will also consider and advise us on how to build OG’s strategy on digital fundraising and the potential for legacy grants. You’ll be the kind of person who searches for connections, chases opportunities, gets out from behind your desk to meet people, and influences internally and externally to achieve results. You will be driven, determined, tenacious and focused on solutions.

As you will be the first full time fundraising hire in Opportunity Green, we are looking for someone who is willing to throw themselves in to all things fundraising. That means for example assisting with all current grants, ensuring proposals are compelling, ensuring our impact is highlighted in all our reports, effectively managing donor relationships, planning donor events, and developing our digital fundraising efforts. You will also advise the CEO on new prospects and a strategic to approach them to help ensure Opportunity Green’s continued and long-term success. There is huge potential for the right candidate to grow this role, working directly with the CEO, and a longer-term potential to expand into a fundraising team over time. 

About the candidate 

We are looking for a candidate with: 

• A passion for using their fundraising skills to tackle climate change.

• The ability to engage funders at an organisational, not project level. 

Desirable skills and experience: 

We do not expect any candidate to have all skills listed below but rather we look for transferable skills and potential as well as past experience. We are looking for someone who has:

• Excellent relationship-building skills and proven ability to manage philanthropic donor income streams, focusing on strategic relationships and implementing creative engagement plans to maximise opportunities and income with current and prospective donors. 

• Researched, developed and secured new sources of income from trusts, foundations and HNWIs, preferably with a strong focus on funders with a potential to give £500,000+ annually.

• Executed a fundraising strategy and developed a strong pipeline, managing a portfolio of current donors at the same time. 

• Experience of managing the complexities of restricted income projects.

• Ability to understand diverse donor motivations and deliver a bespoke relationship to meet these. Demonstrable skill in adapting written and verbal communications for a philanthropy audience.

• Engaging presentation and writing skills for tailored presentations, proposals and grant reports for donors.

• Confidence in working with senior stakeholders internally and externally, using tact and diplomacy.

• Excellent numeracy and attention to detail, ability to analyse and prepare budgets.

• Organised and methodical approach to plan and deliver against a varied workload, managing competing priorities under your own initiative and to strict deadlines. 

Diversity and inclusion 

Diversity and inclusion are important principles at Opportunity Green. We believe that diversity and inclusion make teams stronger and more effective. We are committed to fair and equitable employment practices, and we are striving to ensure that a variety of voices and experiences are included in our organisation. Our commitment to diversity and our parental leave policy are available to view on our website. 

We will consider all applicants who meet most or all of the essential competencies regardless of their identity or background. That said, we know that diverse candidates may be reluctant to apply for jobs where they don’t meet 100% of the criteria outlined in the job description. We encourage anyone to apply who can demonstrate the variety of skills and experiences relevant to meeting the requirements of this role.

We recognise that many diverse experiences and perspectives are not represented in our current workforce, and are seriously underrepresented across the non-profit sector in general, and as such, we particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities, non-white people, people from marginalised backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQIA+ communities. We will use positive action under the Equality Act 2010 to appoint from these groups if two candidates are equally qualified. We also value flexible working and are open to those who would want to work part-time in this role.

To learn more about our application process and receive advice on how to prepare in such a way as to showcase your full potential, please find our Application Guide on our website. 

What we offer UK 

The successful candidate will be offered an annual salary of £50,000 plus 10% employer-contributed pension. Please note that Opportunity Green has fixed salary scales, with the possibility of step increases with strong performance. When hiring we always hire at the bottom of a band and do not enter negotiations with new employees as negotiations have been historically shown to disadvantage women and minorities. 

We take our team’s well-being and professional development seriously. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer:

• A commitment to work/life balance, with a 4-day work week at 28 hours. 

• A generous holiday entitlement of 20 days’ holiday per year, plus bank holidays and office closure between Christmas and New Year’s that does not count towards your holiday entitlement (and expectation that you fully disconnect when taking time off). 

• A market-leading pension of 10%.

• A progressive family leave policy, including 26 weeks’ paid leave for both parents, as well as other support. 

• Lots of flexibility within a hybrid working arrangement, with regular opportunities to come together as a team. 

• Support for your professional development as part of Opportunity Green, with a budget to support your learning & development plus opportunities to lead projects, publish content, learn from experts, work directly with policymakers and stakeholders, and take part in conferences and events. 

What we offer Belgium 

The successful candidate will be offered an annual salary of EUR 60,000. Please note that Opportunity Green has fixed salary scales, with the possibility of step increases with strong performance. When hiring we always hire at the bottom of a band and do not enter negotiations with new employees as negotiations have been historically shown to disadvantage women and minorities. 

OG has only recently established its office in Brussels. As such, initial benefits will be set up to comply with statutory requirements in Belgium, with enhanced offer outlined below mirroring OG UK set up.

We take our team’s well-being and professional development seriously. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer:

• A commitment to work/life balance, with a 4-day work week at 28 hours. 

• An office closure between Christmas and New Year’s that does not count towards your holiday entitlement (and expectation that you fully disconnect when taking time off). 

• A progressive family leave policy, including 26 weeks’ paid leave for both parents, as well as other support. 

• Lots of flexibility within a hybrid working arrangement, with regular opportunities to come together as a team. 

• Support for your professional development as part of Opportunity Green, with a budget to support your learning & development plus opportunities to lead projects, publish content, learn from experts, work directly with policymakers and stakeholders, and take part in conferences and events. 

However, it is important to note that while this role is permanent, employment is always reliant on Opportunity Green continuing to receive philanthropic support from our funders, which we expect every member of the team to play their part in working towards. 

How to apply: 

Please only apply via Applied link provided.

To minimise the risk of unconscious bias, we ask that applicants remove certain identifying elements from their CVs. If you do not remove these details, we reserve the right to withdraw your application from review.

• Photos 

• Name – if needed, please use ‘Applicant’ 

• Age 

• Email and/or phone number 

We also reserve the right to withdraw your application from review if you use AI tools such as Chat GPT to complete the sift questions / write your CV.

Unfortunately, if you do not already hold the right to work in the UK OR Belgium and/or require sponsorship to continue working in the UK/Belgium, Opportunity Green will not be able to consider your application at this time.

The closing date for applications is 9am GMT 24 February 2025. 

We actively encourage applicants to reach out if there are any reasonable adjustments we can make to help them demonstrate their full potential in the hiring process. 

Please get in touch and we can discuss how to best make the recruitment process as accessible and comfortable for you as possible.

You can read our application guide on our website. 

What happens next? 

Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an online interview to discuss their experience and suitability for the role. After this, candidates that are most suitable for the vacancy will be invited for an in-person interview in our London office, for which there may also be a short task. Travel will be reimbursed for non-London-based applicants, including Eurostar travel from Brussels.

Online interviews are likely to take place w/c 10 March. In person interviews will likely be shortly after this (w/c 24 March).

We reserve the right to ask for references during the recruitment process. 

If you have any questions, or you need any reasonable adjustments at the application stage, please contact us. 

JOB TITLE: Head of Fundraising  

LOCATION: Great Horwood, Buckinghamshire (minimum 3 days in office per week)

SALARY: £48K – 52K

JOB TYPE: Permanent, Full Time (37.5 hours per week)

Medical Detection Dogs trains dogs to save lives.

We train specialist dogs to detect the odour of human disease, providing life-saving alert assistance dogs to people with complex health problems across the UK and collaborating with NHS Trusts and other researchers and Universities both in the UK and internationally to advance the early diagnosis of disease.

We have an exciting new opportunity to join this small, but ambitious charity that is a world leader in its specialist innovative field.

Main purpose and scope of the role

This is a pivotal leadership role within the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) at Medical Detection Dogs (MDD), combining strategic oversight with hands-on operational involvement. The role requires a proactive leader who can inspire a high-performing fundraising team while actively engaging in day-to-day fundraising activities.

As Head of Fundraising, you will lead the development and delivery of MDD’s income generation strategies across multiple streams. This includes rolling up your sleeves to participate in operational fundraising activities, engaging with supporters directly, and ensuring that established initiatives and campaigns are optimised and expanded.

Your ability to work collaboratively across the charity, combined with a strong focus on achieving results, will ensure that MDD continues to generate the income required to fund its vital work throughout the UK.

Strategic leadership and SLT contribution

• Provide strategic direction for all fundraising activities, ensuring alignment with MDD’s overall mission and objectives.
• Contribute to SLT discussions and charity-wide strategic initiatives, offering operational insights and aligning fundraising efforts with broader organisational goals.
• Represent the fundraising function at Board meetings, providing updates on performance, opportunities, and risks.

Operational hands-on involvement

• Actively participate in delivering key activities, such as "Name a Puppy," and ensure their growth and success.
• Develop and maintain relationships with supporters, attending community events, presenting to groups, and engaging with donors to build loyalty and long-term support.
• Work with both the fundraising team and with colleagues across MDDm to create engaging campaigns and donor propositions that drive income.
• Be a visible, approachable leader who works alongside the team in operational activities, fostering a “lead by example” ethos.

Income stream development

• Drive the growth of established income streams, including individual giving, community and events fundraising, corporate partnerships,philanthropic giving (trusts and major donors) and legacy giving.
• Identify and implement innovative approaches to diversify income streams, using data and insights to inform decisions, with clear KPIs to monitor progress
• Work closely with the head of communications to ensure campaigns like "Name a Puppy" have compelling narratives and effective promotional materials.

Team leadership and development

• Provide hands-on leadership to the fundraising team, ensuring they are motivated, trained, and supported to deliver high-quality results.
• Encourage a collaborative, solution-focused culture within the team, where innovation and resilience are fostered.
• Set clear goals for team members and provide regular feedback to ensure alignment with charity objectives.

Financial oversight and performance monitoring

• Lead on the creation and delivery of annual fundraising income and expenditure budgets, ensuring financial targets are realistic yet ambitious.
• Monitor performance across all fundraising activities, preparing regular reports and forecasts in collaboration with the head of finance.
• Address income shortfalls promptly by identifying and implementing corrective actions.

Other Duties

• Represent MDD at key events and meetings, both in person and virtually, to build and maintain relationships with key supporters.
• Ensure all fundraising activities comply with relevant legislation, including GDPR, and adhere to the standards set by the Fundraising Regulator.
• Actively contribute to cross-departmental projects and initiatives to further MDD’s mission.
• Embrace and demonstrate MDD’s values at all times.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• A track record of establishing, leading, growing a broad range of income streams and delivering successful fundraising strategies which achieve significant uplift in income generation for an organisation
• Proven success in participating in operational fundraising activities
• Experience of working at a senior level of an organisation and managing relationships with key stakeholders, such as at CEO and Board level
• Experience of monitoring, evaluating and financial reporting of income generation.
• Experience of developing robust stewardship plans to build long term relationships with key funders and supporters.
• Demonstrable experience of leading, managing and inspiring a team, including encouraging innovation and improving ways of working to build a resilient and high performing team
• Demonstrable experience in managing and growing a range of income streams, including donor engagement campaigns, including via digital
• Experience of managing and developing a small team to deliver both strategic and operational goals.

Desirable

• Member of Chartered Institute of Fundraising

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Strong strategic thinking skills combined with a hands-on, operational approach to fundraising delivery.
• Highly effective written and verbal communication skills
• Good influencing and negotiation skills
• Strong people management skills with the ability to train and develop individuals and create a ‘one team’ positive ethos which works across an organisation to achieve results
• Understanding of GDPR legislation and Fundraising Regulator’s requirements
• Good working knowledge of CRM systems and a solid understanding of the role of data within a fundraising environment

Desirable

• Experience of Harlequin CRM

Other Requirements

• fA full current driving license
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends
• You will be required to have a criminal record check carried out by the Disclosure & Barring (DBS) when you first join the charity and at regular intervals thereafter.
• Comfortable with dogs in the workplace/office

For over 70 years, the Refugee Council has stood as a pillar of support for refugees and asylum seekers, working hard to help them rebuild their lives with dignity and hope. We provide essential services to children, young people, adults, and families seeking asylum. We advocate for their rights, stand up to injustice, and strive to create a society where everyone fleeing danger is met with compassion and opportunity.

We are seeking an Assistant Director of Asylum Services to lead and implement the Refugee Council’s strategy for asylum support services across England. This is a pivotal role that offers the opportunity to shape a new direction, ensuring that our services remain innovative, effective, and responsive to the evolving needs of the people we support.

We are looking for an inspiring leader with deep strategic knowledge of the asylum sector, or of a related field, such as migration, social justice, housing or community services. You will be resilient, compassionate, and driven by a desire to create lasting change.

This is a rare and exciting opportunity to play a transformative role in the asylum and refugee sector at a pivotal moment of change. This role is not without challenges. The asylum landscape is complex and ever-changing, and the road ahead will require strength and determination. You will be supported by a talented and dedicated team with deep rooted knowledge of the asylum and refugee sector. Together, you will make a difference in the lives of those who need it most.

With the Refugee Council’s national reach and reputation, you’ll have the platform to influence and innovate on a large scale, shaping the delivery of critical services for some of the most vulnerable individuals and families in our society. The role offers the chance to not only develop and implement a bold new strategy but also to work collaboratively with a highly experienced and passionate team, driving systemic change and making a tangible impact on the lives of those seeking safety.

At a time when the challenges facing asylum seekers are greater than ever, this is your opportunity to lead meaningful change and ensure that compassion, equity, and opportunity remain at the heart of the UK’s response to those in need.

To download a full copy of the candidate brief and learn more about the role, please click the ‘Apply’ button, where you will be redirected to the website of our recruitment partner, Tall Roots. If you would like an informal discussion about the role, please contact Tall Roots via their website.

ILKLEY COMMUNITY ENTERPRISE
Service Manager (Independent Living Services)

£34,000 to £36,000 per annum
Full time

We are looking for someone special for our exciting and varied role of Service Manager for our Independent Living Services. You will share our passion for enabling and empowering people with learning disabilities and/or autism to have independent, healthy and fulfilled lives, be expert in care/service management and an exceptional team leader.

We are an innovative and growing social enterprise charity. Our Independent Living Services provide supported independent living and community-based support to an expanding range of clients. The Service Manager will lead and manage the delivery and development of consistently high quality, impactful Independent Living Services: taking responsibility for all aspects of effective and efficient service operations. Working as part of our management team, you will help us meet the aspirations of the service as it develops and grows.

Please see attached application pack on this advert with further details on the role and how to apply 

Closing date – 14th February 2025

Head of Growth, Development and Outreach (Maternity Cover)

Location: Home based, with regular travel across the UK for work.

Contract: Full time, 35hrs per week, 12 months maternity cover

Salary: £47,000

Closing Date: 14th February 2025

Interview: A selection day will be held 6th March 2025 at our National Support Centre in London (travel expenses to the selection day will be paid subject to prior approval)

Are you a first-class leader, manager coach and mentor with experience of leading growth in a volunteer involving community organisation?

The Marine Society & Sea Cadets (MSSC) is the leading maritime charity for youth development and lifelong learning. We are a vibrant and growing charity inspiring young people to achieve their potential through challenge and nautical adventure and also enabling seafarers and maritime professionals to realise their potential through learning and career development. Working with our employees, cadets, and volunteers, we have built a strong vision and five-year Future Ready strategy to meet the growing demand for what we provide, both for young people, seafarers and maritime professionals – and the thousands who aspire to be the sea cadets and marine professionals of the future. It is also about equipping them to achieve their potential and thrive in a rapidly changing world, while growing our charity to benefit even more people – including those from under-represented or marginalised groups.

We are currently looking for a Head of Growth, Development & Outreach to cover 12 months maternity leave.

About the role

Reporting to the Director of Young People, Volunteer & Business Support the postholder will provide our disbursed team of Growth & Development Workers with clear management, guidance, support and advice on growth, development, volunteer recruitment and retention. The role will coordinate and drive forward our work in these area, helping the Sea Cadets to make a difference to the lives of even more young people across the UK.

The postholder will have excellent management, interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to manage a diverse workload and operate in a collaborative way with others. They will have an understanding of issues facing volunteering, recruitment, retention and growth in voluntary organisations and the effective management and support of remote workers is essential.

Responsibilities

The following is a list of the principal tasks of the Head of Growth, Development & Outreach and is not intended to be an exhaustive list:

• Provide line management for the Project Coordinators, Growth & Development Team Leaders and through them the Growth & Development Workers.
• Providing both management support and technical advice on growth, development and volunteer recruitment, retention and support functions.
• Contribute to the strategic development and sustainable growth of The Sea Cadets nationally.
• Lead and manage the effective implementation of new and ongoing projects that support outreach, growth, development, volunteer and/or cadet recruitment and retention, including but not limited to externally funded projects, liaising with and reporting to funders as required
• Support and advise employees, volunteers and others on the growth and development of the Sea Cadets.

Requirements

• Experience of managing and supporting a disbursed staff team
• Experience of successful growth & development in a community organisation context
• Experience of working with volunteers and a good understanding of how to ensure they are effectively recruited, managed and supported
• Experience of working and/or volunteering in a voluntary youth organisation
• Experience of delivering externally funded projects through the effective support and management of both staff and volunteers
• Experience of liaising with and reporting to external funders

For further information, please download the Recruitment Pack attached.

Benefits

• Flexible Working hours
• Cycle to work scheme and Season Ticket Loan
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing after 2 years
• Life assurance (4x salary) for those that join the pension
• Private medical insurance
• Pension (employer contribution up to 10%)
• Wellbeing portal and EAP with 121 counselling
• Employee development: We are investing in our employees' development and have an annual calendar of learning and development opportunities, designed to support employees to develop into their roles and stretch them to achieve their full potential.

If you are interested in this Head of Growth, Development and Outreach vacancy, please apply now!

Additional Information

MSSC positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates from all backgrounds. Equity, diversity, and inclusion really matters to us, so we can best serve our beneficiaries from every community. We work to ensure a fair and consistent recruitment process and aim to be a charity where diversity of experience, identity and skills are valued and welcomed. MSSC is an equal opportunities employer.

We recognise our responsibilities to safeguard and protect the young people and vulnerable adults with whom we work. We do all we can to promote their health, safety and wellbeing, and we expect our staff to share this commitment and work in line with safeguarding policy, the MSSC’s values and ethos of inclusivity. We adhere to safer recruitment practices and therefore employment is subject to detailed pre-employment checks for successful candidates, including references and criminal disclosure checks and the completion of a disclosure questionnaire.

All successful applicants are required to attend safeguarding training and undergo a criminal record check.

As Associate Director, you will play a pivotal role in the development and implementation of our practice work and delivery partnerships as part of our think-do approach. You will do this by working collaboratively with community businesses, governments, organisations, and networks at national, regional and local levels. This may involve convening partners to build a shared understanding of the challenges facing communities, codesigning and testing place- or service-based innovations involving community businesses and other partners and sharing what we learn to bring about broader changes to policy and practice. The role requires an ability to both identify opportunities and execute those opportunities. You will lead a team of six as well as work with passionate professionals across our organisation to amplify the efforts of community businesses and put them at the heart of a fairer economy.

For further information about us and our current priorities to build community power, finance the future economy, and take back the high street please see Power to Change - We back community business from the ground up.

Salary: £42k pro-rata
Contract: 12-month contract, 3 days a week
Location: Bradford (hybrid working)
Reporting to: CEO/Editor-in-Chief

About the Bureau

The Bureau is the UK’s largest independent non-profit investigative journalism organisation. In the last year, our investigations were published in more than 100 countries across local, national, international, specialist, TV, and digital platforms – and sparked change around the world. Our four global investigative teams work with reporters around the world on priority cross-border issues – environment, health, corruption, and big tech. In addition, our UK-focused Bureau Local team uses an innovative community-led approach to cover issues like insecure work, migrant rights, and family courts, amplifying the voices of underrepresented communities. Founded in 2010, we’ve grown from a small group of journalists to a diverse team delivering hard-hitting investigations that have prompted inquiries, sparked legal challenges, and informed policy change in the UK and across the world.

About the project

The Bureau has a history of innovation, ambition, and going beyond the headline. We are committed to supporting citizenship, a thriving democratic space,e and most crucially empowerment through journalism. Working in partnership with Bradford Community Broadcasting and alongside other key community stakeholders, we plan to develop a Storytelling hub - a creative ecology around storytelling that uniquely combines training and education with a focus on developing a sense of self and voice as well as storytelling skills, building media trust and most crucially for the public interest journalism environment, developing a pipeline for community investigations.

A recent scoping exercise highlighted a strong desire among Bradford’s underrepresented communities for greater media representation, storytelling opportunities, and access to training. These findings have shaped the hub’s vision, ensuring it directly addresses local needs.

The StoryHub would offer more than just technical media skills - it would promote citizenship, improve confidence, and self-esteem and crucially drive greater civic engagement.

This is your chance to be part of a truly exciting and innovative project, launching during Bradford’s year as the UK City of Culture. The Storytelling Hub will form a vital part of the city’s cultural celebration, amplifying voices and stories from its diverse communities and creating a lasting legacy.

About the role

The successful candidate will value journalism for the public good and the importance of diverse and inclusive community building for story impact. This is a new, pilot role at the Bureau, helping us think about community engagement, transparency, and collaboration in journalism.

The community organiser will help develop workshops around accountability and an understanding of public decision-making and bring down barriers to full civic engagement. This would be via a series of listening sessions, skills-based workshops, and the development of story ideas.

Please bear in mind: you do not need to tick every box in this advert to apply for the role. But we are looking out for the following skills and experience:

Key Responsibilities

• Engage with Bradford’s communities to understand their needs, skills, expertise, and ideas.
• Offer training sessions in community journalism and storytelling workshops
• Participate where needed in Bureau Local editorial planning, bringing ideas from Bradfordians to the table
• Seek out and lead on partnerships alongside Bradford Community Radio to help us find, develop, and tell stories collaboratively with the Bradford community - this includes finding ways to get content to new audiences
• Represent the Bureau at events, in person and virtually
• Support grant and other application writing with ideas on community engagement
• Share learnings from our experiments and work with the Bureau and the wider sector
• Keep abreast of research and innovation in community-based journalism internationally and incorporate learnings into our work

In addition to sharing our values – Just, Honest, Courageous, Inclusive, and Collaborative – you would be a good fit for this role if you have/are:

• An enthusiasm for and understanding of journalism, with practical journalistic experience a bonus but not essential

• A confident communicator and writer

• Great communicator and facilitator - whether speaking in small groups or at big events

• Keen and thoughtful listener and partnership builder, willing to work collaboratively and build diverse networks

• Agile: community engagement is a new field in journalism, thus flexibility, creativity, and lateral thinking are required, as well as commitment to experimentation, use of technology for good, ability to problem solve, pivot, and remain open to doing things differently

• Multitasker: able to work across and manage various projects simultaneously

• Self-directed but also team player: the community organiser needs to be able to take ownership of their work and projects in line with the organisation’s mission and goals. As a part-time role, it requires strong teamwork, positivity, diplomacy and clarity of communication

• Positive ambassador: the CO needs to be a champion for community engagement, able to advocate for it within the Bureau of Investigative Journalism.

• Knowledge of or experience in community organizing or developing, including supporting a group of disparate members as well as excellent written and verbal communications skills.

• We envisage this as a part-time, (0.6 FTE), 3 days per week hybrid role, based in or near Bradford where the hub and community workshops will be based.

Benefits - what we offer

• 25 days annual leave
• Additional gifted leave during the Christmas festive break
• Flexible working arrangements
• Hybrid working
• EAP - Employee assistance programme
• Enhanced sick pay
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay after 12 months’ service
• Learning and development opportunities
• Cycle to work scheme

How to apply

The Bureau is committed to being an equal-opportunity employer. We strive to create a welcoming, diverse, inclusive and adaptable environment where people are encouraged and supported to achieve their best. We welcome applications from those belonging to groups traditionally under-represented in the media. You don’t need to tick every box in this ad – we are committed to hiring people with potential. If you feel like you lack some specific experience but have the necessary drive and passion, please don’t be deterred from applying or getting in touch with any questions.

Potential candidates should send a CV, cover letter, and 100-200 words on why they think getting communities more involved can benefit journalism to the email located on our Community Organiser hiring page.

If you need support with your application, such as reasonable adjustments, or want to ask any questions about the job before applying, please also contact the same email Community Organiser hiring page.

You will need to have the right to live and work in the UK.

The deadline for application is Wednesday 12 February 2025 and we aim to schedule interviews for the week commencing 24 February 2025.

Please also fill out our anonymous equality monitoring form, so we can better track who we are reaching.