Digital Delivery Lead Jobs in Edinburgh

Head of Delivery

£62,000-£68,000 per annum (dependent on skills and experience) plus generous benefits

Location – Remote, but with regular visits to Foundation funded sites within a defined region, as well as visits to the Foundation office as determined by business needs, including attendance at quarterly Squad Meet-Ups

We are the Football Foundation - the Premier League, the FA and government’s charity that delivers outstanding grassroots facilities, more and better places to play, transforming lives and communities where it is needed most. 

About the role

Are you a strategic leader with a passion for delivering impactful projects? We’re looking for a Head of Delivery to oversee and lead the delivery of capital projects greater than £25k, making a tangible difference in grassroots sports facilities.

As the Head of Delivery, you’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring the successful delivery of a range of priority projects, including 3G FTPs, changing facilities, grass pitches, PlayZones, and Hub sites. You’ll ensure these projects meet the needs of local communities and stakeholders, promoting multi-sport participation and inclusivity. Leading a dynamic team, you’ll focus on operational excellence, refining processes, and ensuring all projects align with the Football Foundation’s strategic goals and investment priorities.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a lasting impact on sports facilities across the country, while leading a talented team and shaping the future of grassroots sports. If you're an experienced project leader with a passion for community development, we'd love to hear from you!

Key responsibilities

· Oversee the development and maintenance of a robust pipeline of high-quality facility projects that deliver long-term value and benefit to local communities.

· Provide strategic leadership to ensure facility projects align with the Foundation’s strategy, and drive execution for maximum impact.

· Ensure projects reflect the needs of local communities and stakeholders, fostering multi-sport participation and inclusivity.

· Mentor and develop a team, creating a collaborative environment, where everyone is aligned and working towards shared goals.

· Continuously refine methodologies and workflows to ensure efficiency, consistency, and improved project outcomes.

· Assist in high-profile funding discussions, maximising contributions and ensuring the best outcomes for each project.

· Lead rigorous peer reviews and ensure high-quality, consistent assessment reports.

· Oversee the transition of projects from approval to construction, ensuring timelines are met and risks are managed.

What are we looking for?

· Proven experience in project delivery, particularly with capital projects above £25k, preferably in the sports or community development sector.

· Strong leadership and team management experience, with the ability to motivate and develop teams across multiple functions.

· Deep understanding of grant management systems and project execution, including budgeting, risk management, and quality assurance.

· Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with a track record of driving collaboration and community involvement.

· Ability to think strategically and ensure projects align with the Foundation’s strategic priorities and provide long-term value.

· Strong problem-solving and negotiation skills, with the ability to manage complex and high-profile projects.

For full details of the role and requirements, please download our recruitment pack below.

What can we offer you?

The salary band for this role is £62,000 - £68,000 per annum, dependent on relevant skills and experience.

You will start with 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (which increases after 2 years), plus additional time off to volunteer. We also offer a generous pension scheme (8% employer contribution), free health care provision, a monthly gym subsidy, death in service benefit and access to selected match tickets.

We are committed to helping our team members maintain a healthy work-life balance, so offer flexible working around core hours to help achieve that.

Equality and Diversity Commitment

The Football Foundation is committed to and values the principles of diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive working environment where all our team feel respected and supported in fulfilling their potential. We encourage and welcome applications from all, regardless of background and are particularly interested to hear from individuals belonging to under-represented groups including diverse ethnic communities, individuals with a disability and those from the LGBTQI+ community.

Should you need any adjustments to the recruitment process, at either application or interview stage, please contact us.

The closing date for applications is: Sunday 6 April 2025 at 00:00

First interviews will be held via MS Teams and are currently scheduled for 15 April 2025.

Second-stage interviews will be held in person and are currently scheduled for 22 and/or 23 April 2025.

Please note that you must be eligible to work in the UK to apply.

Team: Solution Delivery

Location: Remote

Work pattern: 35 hours per week, flexible working options available

Salary: Up to £48,444 per year

Contract: 18 month fixed-term contract

We are the UK’s largest cat welfare charity. All over the country, our passionate employees, volunteers and supporters are using their kindness and expertise to make life better for millions of cats and the people who care for them.

Will you join us and make life better for cats?

Responsibilities of our Lead Developer:

- Assist in the development of new systems including designing, implementing, maintaining and updating systems

- Drive the full life cycle of software development in an Agile fashion within the scrum process

- Create low-level design specifications and implement these

- Amending and refactoring of moderately complex programs / scripts

- Undertake hands-on coding and carry out regular code reviews and provide feedback

- Ensure all assigned development work, upgrades and support requests are dealt with

- Assess new technologies as they become available and determine where they might support the work of the organisation

About the Solution Delivery team:

- The Solution Delivery team sit within the IT Department as the group responsible for new software development, configuration and deployment, including 3rd line support.

- Formed of 9 individuals with a variety of backgrounds and skills in the Microsoft stack, the team tackle challenges from small new websites to multi-year projects to replace software systems

What we’re looking for in our Lead Developer:

- Achieved proficiency in programming/software development or gained experience in another development skill involving system implementation and comprehensive training in programming

- Extensive .Net development experience, preferably using agile methodology

- Ability to understand complex problems and break them down into a set of user requirements

- A good understanding of information systems concepts and practice and the software development life cycle

- Experience of designing systems and communicating that design, providing direction to others to implement the design, and monitoring/following up progress against targets

- A customer-focused individual who can communicate at both the technical and non-technical level

- A self-starter with evidence of analytical ability and attention to detail

- Someone who is confident to work with a remote development team across the UK

- Someone who is confident to work with developers and other skilled professionals from outside the organisation

- Experience in managing projects from start to finish, ideally on a broad spectrum of projects

What we can offer you:

- range of health benefits

- 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service

- Salary Finance, which empowers you to take control of your financial wellbeing

- and much more, which you can learn about

Application closing date: 19th March 2025

Virtual interview date: w/c 31st March 2025

Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. Please note, applications received after the closing date may not be responded to.

If you’re enthusiastic about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway and demonstrate how your experience is transferrable.  You may be just the right candidate. 

If successful, your recruitment journey will include:

1. anonymised application form

2. video screening (possible)

3. virtual interview

Please note, the process may change slightly dependent on application numbers. We will inform you of any relevant changes.

Please email us if you require any adjustments to be made for you to complete your application or to participate in the recruitment journey.

MLC Executive are privileged to be partnering with Change Grow Live (CGL) in the appointment of their new Director of Digital and IT.

Established in 1977, CGL is one of the largest charities in the UK, supporting more than 200,000 individuals each year whose lives have been held back by a range of social issues and concerns, including substance misuse and other forms of addiction, homelessness, poverty, unemployment, domestic abuse, mental health issues and offending.

The charity is undergoing significant organisational modernisation and transformational activities and their offering in the digital space is critical to CGL remaining at the forefront of supporting vulnerable people.

You will be a leader for digital transformation, ensuring innovation and adoption of emerging technologies. In addition, you’ll provide expert advice to the senior leadership team and the Board on digital trends and technological advancements, including the evolving use of artificial intelligence and automation to improve service delivery and the quality of care.

Main responsibilities of the role:

• Leadership of CGL’s digital and technology teams, developing effective workforce strategies and creative, collaborative and inclusive ways of working that achieve high performance across the service.
• Shape the strategic development of CGL’s digital and technology ambitions and aspirations, to improve outcomes for staff, volunteers and service users.
• In partnership with the rest of the senior leadership team, ensure the smooth rollout of the new organisational-wide strategy, to deliver continued growth and excellent support to those in need.
• Continued management and development of the CGL in-house software solution that drives the core operational system and end-user experience.

The successful candidate will:

• Have led and developed IT/Digital functions in a large, multi-site organisation, preferably during a period of change and transformation.
• Be degree or equivalent qualified in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field with evidence of continued professional development.
• Display demonstrable evidence of inspiring, motivating, and developing staff at all levels to support an inclusive culture that achieves high-quality performance and continuous improvement to achieve excellent outcomes.
• Show extensive knowledge of the current technological landscape, including network infrastructure, desktop, business applications, cloud, mobile and digital.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a visionary leader with experience of leading both digital transformation and practical IT service delivery management in large, complex organisational contexts. Working with key stakeholders to shape how CGL uses technology to deliver excellent services for the people we support, this is a critical role for the future of the charity.

The closing date for applications is midnight on Sunday 16th March and first interviews will be held w/c 24th March. Please contact Theo Diejomaoh at MLC Partners for an informal discussion about the role.

Join us as our Director of Fundraising and Marketing

Location: Sheffield HQ or Remote (UK-wide)
Salary: £43,235.28 per annum (+ £3,000 London Weighting, where applicable)
Contract Type: Full-time, 1-year fixed-term 

Are you passionate about inspiring change in the fight against climate change?

At Hope for the Future (HFTF), our mission is to empower individuals and communities to engage in meaningful conversations with politicians and drive bold climate action. We believe that through collaboration across political divides, we can create a future where climate action is central to decision-making in government and beyond.

We’re seeking a dynamic and visionary leader to join us as Director of Marketing and Fundraising for a 12-month period. This is an exciting opportunity to lead our fundraising and marketing efforts, ensure financial sustainability, and amplify our voice to drive change during this crucial year for climate action.

What you’ll do

• Oversee the charity’s fundraising, marketing efforts, and strategic partnerships to ensure financial robustness and sustained growth.

• Work alongside the rest of the senior leadership team to ensure HFTF’s financial stability whilst amplifying our voice and expanding our reach. 

• Deliver against our fundraising strategy securing sustainable funding from trusts, foundations, corporate partners, paying service users, and individuals.

• Drive HFTF’s brand forward, developing and implementing creative marketing campaigns to boost our visibility and engagement with diverse communities.

• Increase awareness and support for HFTF through strategic communications and partnerships.

What we’re looking for

We’re seeking an experienced leader with:

• Proven experience in fundraising and marketing, with a track record of driving growth and delivering results quickly

• Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills, with experience in engaging diverse audiences—from policymakers to grassroots communities

• A commitment to safeguarding our culture, strategy, and mission 

• A strong understanding of fundraising, marketing strategies, and financial management

• Passion for tackling climate change and inspiring people to engage in advocacy

This role is perfect for a strategic thinker who thrives on making an impact, values collaboration, and can bring energy, focus, and resilience to a well-established organisation during a year of transition.

Why join us?
 

At HFTF, you’ll join a passionate team dedicated to real change. We offer:

• A competitive salary with London Weighting where applicable

• Generous benefits, including 30 days of annual leave (plus bank holidays), a pension contribution, and wellbeing support

• Flexible working arrangements, including remote or hybrid options

This is your opportunity to make a meaningful difference, lead our fundraising and marketing team, and contribute to the continued success of a leading climate charity.

Apply Now
 

Ready to take the lead in shaping the future of climate advocacy? If you’re ready to inspire action and help us make a lasting impact, we’d love to hear from you. 

• Applications close on Wednesday March 26th at 9am. 

Hope for the Future is an equal opportunities employer, we value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.

CEO

We’re looking for a new Chief Executive Officer to lead our vital work, bringing their expertise in data and technology and their passion for nature to drive the NBN Trust forwards.

Position: CEO

Salary: £65,575 – £68,854 depending on experience. 

Location: Fully remote, working from home, with some travel. 

Contract: Permanent. 

Hours: 35 hours per week.  Flexibility regarding working pattern. 

Closing date: 9am, Friday 11 April 2025 

Interviews: 1st round, week commencing w/c 28 April. 2nd round, week commencing 5 May. 

The NBN Trust is a nature charity with a difference. Our mission is making data work for nature. The UK is one of the most nature-depleted countries on Earth and, if we’re to stand any hope of fixing it, we’re going to need data. Lots of data. “What gets measured gets done”, as the saying goes. We need to understand what we’ve lost and what remains. We need to set targets for nature’s recovery. And we need to measure success as nature turns the corner and starts to make a comeback.

That’s where the NBN Trust comes in. We support the entire UK conservation movement by providing public access to the wildlife data that’s needed to make good decisions for nature. We’re a conservation charity, tech charity and people charity rolled into one – a unique combination!

You’ll be responsible for: 

· Driving the delivery of our strategy and vision of making data work for nature.

· Developing and maintaining excellent relationships with our partners, funders and stakeholders.

· Overseeing the day-to-day management of the NBN Trust, ensuring financial sustainability, staff performance and wellbeing, and good governance.

We’re looking for someone with a data or digital background, with a track record of overseeing the delivery a high-quality user experience through digital products and commercialising data or digital services. Passion for nature conservation is essential, as well as a desire to engage with the many natural history specialists who contribute data to the NBN Atlas. We’re looking for an ambitious individual with an agile, entrepreneurial mind-set, who can drive income generation and growth.

The ideal candidate understands what an excellent data platform looks like and how to continually evolve this to keep up with trends and developments. Attention to detail and ability to horizon-scan is key in overseeing the Trust’s projects and key work streams and ensuring good governance. The NBN Trust is a small team, with a big responsibility, undergoing a period of change, and your role will be to steer the staff through this change and deliver the NBN Trust’s strategy.

We’re a 100% remote-working charity, so you’ll need to be comfortable and effective working from home. The whole team meets up four times a year for in-person team meetings (in London and other locations around the UK).  The post holder may be required to work occasional weekends and evenings. 

Applicants must reside in the UK and be eligible to work in the UK. 

We’re an equal opportunities and Living Wage employer. We welcome all applicants, and we’re striving to create an inclusive and diverse team. If you’re interested in joining us, please read the Job Pack – and get in touch if there’s anything you’d like to ask.   

When applying, if possible, please also complete and return the EDI Recruitment Questionnaire.  This is not mandatory but will ensure we can gather information across a range of questions such as ethnicity, religion, working background, etc. to monitor the diversity of applicants.

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.

The Move 8 Week Young People’s Programme has experienced remarkable growth, with referrals increasing by 109% between 2021/22 and 2023/24. To meet the growing demand while maintaining high standards, we are recruiting a Cancer Rehab Specialist Lead.

This role is critical to overseeing the delivery, development, and impact of the MOVE 8 Week Young People's Programme. As the team lead, you will manage Cancer Rehab Specialists and a team of freelancers. You'll aslso be working in collaboration with your line manager to drive innovation, patnerships, and excellence and have your own caseload of young people.

Leadership and Team Management

• Lead and manage the Cancer Rehab Specialist and a pool of freelancers delivering aspects of the programme.
• Foster a collaborative and supportive team environment, ensuring clarity of roles and responsibilities.
• Provide ongoing guidance, performance management, and professional development for the team.

Direct Support to Participants

• Provide one-on-one support to young people with a focus on physical activity and wellbeing.
• Develop MOVE’s support for 13-30 year olds following Proton Beam Therapy, and building relationships with key stakeholders and Health Care Professionals.
• Ensure participants receive tailored support, including one-to-one sessions and resources to enhance their rehabilitation journey.
• Work alongside your line manager to monitor participant outcomes and satisfaction, using data insights to continually improve service delivery.

Partnerships, Advocacy and systems change

• Build and maintain relationships with healthcare providers, community organisations, and other key stakeholders to support young people and raise awareness on the benefits of physical activity.
• Advocate the benefits of physical activity during and after cancer treatment at professional events and conferences.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to embed physical activity in cancer care pathways, planning and delivering workshops to contribute towards this.

Programme Development and Growth

• Develop and implement innovative improvements to the 8 Week Programme based on participant feedback and best practices in cancer rehabilitation, for example by managing and refining referral processes to reduce waiting times and improve participant experiences.
• Work with your line manager to design and implement scalable systems and processes to support sustainable growth of the programme.
• Embed equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) principles in all activities, ensuring accessibility for underserved and diverse communities.
• Collaborate with internal teams to align the programme with organisational goals and secure funding opportunities.

Impact Evaluation and Reporting

• Work with the Programme Coordinator to oversee the collection and analysis of relevant data to evaluate the programme’s effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.
• Work with your line manager to write reports for stakeholders, funders, and senior leadership, highlighting achievements and demonstrating impact.
• Identify participant stories and successes to share with the marketing and communications team.

Person Specification

Essential Requirements

• Cancer Rehab Level 4 Training or equivalent
• Proven experience leading teams, including freelancers or contractors, in a health, cancer care, or rehabilitation context.
• Strong understanding of the role of physical activity in cancer rehabilitation and recovery.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with experience managing diverse stakeholders.
• Organisational skills to support multiple aspects of programme delivery and team management effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to innovate, solve problems, and drive service improvements.
• Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion principles, with experience working with underserved communities.
• Cocreating with young people

Desirable Requirements

• Relevant qualifications in cancer rehabilitation, health promotion, or a related field.
• Experience in managing budgets and contributing to funding applications or grants.
• Familiarity with safeguarding and data protection regulations.
• Programme development experience

MOVE Benefits

Salary: £34,000 (pro rata)

Contract: 1 Year Part-Time (4 days per week) with potential to extend

Location: Remote, with occasional travel for events, workshops and meetings (Please note that this role is only available for applicants with the right to work in the UK)

The post is subject to a six months’ probationary period. We understand the importance of a work-life balance and respect individual needs.

Annual Leave: Generous allocation of 28 days of holiday leave (pro rata if part-time)

Special Day Off: Your Birthday

Extended Holiday Break: Our charity closes down in between Christmas and New Year, giving you the opportunity to enjoy some additional time off over the festive period.

Pension Benefits: Pension plan through NEST (National Employment Savings Trust)

Flexible Working Arrangements and Hours: We believe in empowering our employees to manage their time effectively. This is a remote working role (within the UK) with travel for team meetings and other work-related events.

How to apply

• Produce a document no longer than 2 sides of A4, outlining why your skills, experience and personal motivation make you the right person for this role. Please also attach your CV.
• Please provide name and contact details of two referees that we would contact if shortlisted.
• Please use your name in the subject header of the email and the file name of the document.
• Please send these to recruitment@movecharityorg
• For an informal discussion before applying, please email interim charity lead nazmeen.wardle-bi@movecharityorg
• Closing date to apply for this role is Wednesday 26th March
• If you would prefer to submit your application in an alternative format, please feel free to choose your own approach to convey the information requested.

Equal Opportunities and Diversity Statement:

MOVE Against Cancer is an equal opportunities employer, values diversity and is strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment.

Key Application and interview information:

There will be two stages of the interview process. The first stage will be virtual via video call and for those invited to the second stage, the interview will take place in-person in Manchester.

Data Protection Statement

For information about how we use your data, please contact us.

Safeguarding

Move Against Cancer is committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all individuals who participate in our programmes and all staff and volunteers. Successful candidates will be required to carry out a disclosure and barring check.

We are looking for an experienced Clinical Psychologist to help us achieve our purpose at Barnardo's: Changing Childhoods, Changing Lives.

Barnardo's has a new 3 year corporate strategy, which identifies the need to support children and young people struggling with their mental health and wellbeing and the Health, Quality and Inclusion Team are integral to ensuring the success of this strategy. 

This is an extremely exciting time to join Barnardo's and the Health, Quality and Inclusion team.  We are an ambitious and dynamic team, enabling Barnardo's to become a leading integrated Health and Social Care charity. 

We know that supporting babies, children, and young people with their mental health is more important now than ever before. We are looking for a dynamic and creative Strategic Lead for Clinical Psychology and Psychotherapy to help drive improvements in mental health and wellbeing across the country.

As the Strategic Lead for Clinical Psychology and Psychotherapy, you will ensure the systematic provision of high-quality mental health support for babies, children, young people and their families. You'll also support the development of psychological and psychotherapy services through designing effective new services and delivering service change and improvement across care groups, specialisms and care settings. This will include supporting and informing the strategic development of models of good practice in Barnardo's. 

You will need to be a driven and collaborative team player who has proven ability to support and influence at an organisational level and will have experience working within or alongside a range of health sectors and with a variety of health stakeholders. 

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of one of the UK's leading children's charities, working hard to reduce health inequalities and help more children to feel safer, happier, healthier, and more hopeful.

In addition, you will be required to: 

• Support the development of high-quality psychological practice for Children and Young People (CYP) 

• Develop and maintain strategies and structures which ensure the highest standards of care, clinical practice and inter-agency working for mental health support across Barnardo's 

• Identify opportunities to achieve economies of scale and efficiencies 

• Work collaboratively to embed a culture of outcomes-based practice, review clinical outcomes of service delivery, and identify changes in practice to improve outcomes 

• Work autonomously and collaboratively within professional guidelines and exercise responsibility for governance of psychological practice within Barnardo's 

• Propose and implement policy and service development changes within the organisation in respect of psychological and psychotherapy services 

• Provide expertise and support to create, develop, deliver, and evaluate a suite of recognisable core service models focused primarily on mental health and wellbeing, including a range of therapeutic programmes of tiered support. 

• Support evaluation of existing and new pilot models of integrated health and social care and identify and help to create new models within the health marketplace 

• Support the digital transformation and web presence across all existing and new pilot sites including engagement and adoption, training, and evaluation of the suite of digital tools 

• Input into major contract bid opportunities for mental health contracts/opportunities

You'll have: 

Education/Knowledge 

• Current HCPC registration as a Clinical Psychologist

• Qualification in Clinical Psychology as accredited by the British Psychological Society

• Trained in clinical supervision and the supervision of psychological practitioners 

Skills/Experience 

• Working as a registered Clinical Psychologist, for a minimum of 5 years and specialising at a senior level in a clinical field relevant for the post 

• Professional leadership or management of registered and pre-registered clinical psychologists and able to demonstrate examples of positive impact within service delivery 

• Working in specialist mental health provision for children and young people, including multi-disciplinary working 

Salary shown is a salary range, the starting salary can be negotiated for exceptional candidates. 

When completing your application please refer to your skills knowledge and experience in relation to the Person Specification, Job Description and Additional Information document (if applicable). This should be done with an understanding of the context of the role described. 

Are you a proactive fundraiser with a proven track record of raising funds from individuals?  Are you passionate about creating excellent supporter journeys? Do you enjoy creating content for digital marketing? If so, this is the role for you!

About Us 

Hamlin Fistula UK is dedicated to our mission of ending obstetric fistula in Ethiopia. We are a small passionate team, committed to working closely with Hamlin Fistula Ethiopia to transform lives and restore hope for women affected by childbirth injuries.

The Opportunity 

We are seeking an experienced and ambitious Fundraising and Communications Manager to lead and grow our income from individual donors, community fundraising, and in-memory giving. You will work closely with the Head of Fundraising to develop and deliver our individual giving strategy, with the goal of increasing supporter engagement and sustainable income. 

With a generous investment budget and an opportunity to test and refine fundraising approaches, this is a fantastic role for a creative, data-driven, and results-oriented fundraiser looking to make a real impact. 

You will take ownership of donor recruitment and retention, ensuring an exceptional supporter experience. You will also lead digital fundraising and marketing, producing compelling content for our website, social media, and email campaigns. 

This is a flexible, part-time role, ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about our mission. 

What You’ll Bring 

• Experience: A strong background in public fundraising, with demonstrable experience of meeting targets for recruitment and retention of individual donors. 

• Digital Skills: Strong digital marketing skills, including content creation, social media management and email marketing. 

• Approach: Highly organised, with the ability to take the initiative and manage your own time to meet deadlines whilst managing a varied workload. 

• Personal Drive: Enthusiasm, energy, and a commitment to get things done, along with excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively with diverse stakeholders. 

What We Offer 

• Flexible Working: This role can be carried out remotely from anywhere in the UK, with quarterly face-to-face team meetings (travel costs covered) to maintain a collaborative spirit. 

• Generous Benefits: As well as an annual salary of £41,600 (pro-rata), Hamlin Fistula UK offers a 10% pension contribution and health cashback scheme including physiotherapy, eye care and dental treatment.

• Supportive Team Environment: Work within a small, highly motivated team that values creativity, collaboration, and impact. 

Ready to Make a Difference? 

If you’re looking for a role where your skills directly contribute to life-changing work, we’d love to hear from you. Bring your expertise in public fundraising, your skills in digital marketing, and your drive to create lasting impact to Hamlin Fistula UK. 

How to Apply

Click the Quick Apply button below. You’ll be asked to submit a CV and cover letter and answer a few short screening questions to help us ensure the role is a good fit for you. 

There will be a webinar with the CEO and Head of Fundraising to learn more about the role and ask any questions on Thursday 13th March at 12.30pm. Please see the details in the job pack attachment for how to sign up. A summary of all questions and answers will be shared with everyone who signs up, in case you are not able to attend the webinar.

We’re looking for creative and skilled Communications and Design Officer to join our dynamic and friendly team. 

Our mission is to raise an empathy-educated generation, inspired to build a better world for everyone.  Research shows that reading builds real-life empathy, and we specialise in harnessing that power. By 2026 we aim to be benefitting one million children a year.

Our four programmes are an annual Read for Empathy book collection; the Empathy Day Festival every June, a Schools’ Programme and innovative work with publishers, authors and illustrators.

Key Responsibilities 

• Work with the EmpathyLab team to plan, design, market, and deliver our national programmes

• Design resources, training materials and assets, using copy provided by the EmpathyLab team

• Lead on social media, planning campaigns, creating and scheduling content 

• Lead on newsletter creation and planning, using Mailchimp

• Design and edit video content for EmpathyLab’s social channels, website and national campaigns 

• Keep the website updated and in good working order 

• Providing tech support for online events, including webinars and training 

The successful individual will bring:

Strong digital design and content creation skills, understanding of digital marketing and communications planning and delivery, knowledge of key communications tools and software, and the ability to adapt content to different audiences.

Whilst experience of digital marketing campaign planning is welcomed, we will prioritise key design skills and seek to support the right candidate to develop their knowledge and experience of campaign management over time.

The role will suit someone strongly aligned to our mission, with a love of children’s literature, and keen skills in digital design and video content.

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation or religion, or any other category protected by law. 

This is a one off opportunity to work for one of the most amazing charity communities….the family of Air Ambulances. The role is home based and while we say full time we have a strong track record of offering flexibility to the right candidate. While experience of events is desirable if you have experience elsewhere and can demonstrate the transferability of these skills then we want to hear from you. 

Air Ambulances UK

Air Ambulances UK (AAUK) is the national charity supporting the lifesaving work of the UK’s air ambulance charities, enabling them to save even more lives every day. See our website for more information.

Purpose of Post

The Membership and Events Lead will play a pivotal role in our membership programme and the events calendar that supports our membership offering. Working alongside the Membership and Events Manager the post holder will deliver the membership engagement strategy, help to recruit and retain new members and work on AAUK events.

Key events include the Annual Conference and Awards of Excellence, All Party Parliamentary Group Air Ambulance Reception and attendance at sector specific exhibitions. The current membership portfolio includes local air ambulance charities, air ambulance suppliers and other key stakeholders who support the air ambulance community.

Key Responsibilities

Events

· In collaboration with the Membership and Events Manager and the wider team, work towards the successful delivery of a calendar of events, taking ownership and accountability of any assigned events.

· Help to develop the sponsorship pipeline for key events in collaboration with other key members of the Income Generation team to ensure all opportunities for sponsorship are maximised.

· Conduct research and planning for UK events, covering areas such as venues, suppliers, routes and risk assessments.

· Assist with the management of finances for assigned events, negotiating best rates with suppliers, placing orders and processing invoices.

· Lead on selected events and work effectively with colleagues on project groups to deliver successful events. Prepare event briefs and support with marketing materials.

· Project management of other AAUK events and attendance at other relevant stakeholder events.

· Acting as a point of contact for when required to attend stakeholder events.

Membership

· Serve as the primary point of contact for active members and prospects, building and nurturing long-lasting relationships.

· Create and manage a membership pipeline. Steward, and pitch to prospective new members from this pipeline.

· Effectively promote membership benefits and ensure they are utilised across the membership.

· To assist in the running of AAUK knowledge sharing and networking forums.

Members Hub

· Produce and manage engaging content for members on the AAUK Membership Hub.

Other

· Be flexible and carry out any other associated duties that may arise, develop, or be assigned.

· Report and present to the AAUK Board when necessary.

· Support and promote diversity and equality of opportunity in the workplace.

· Comply with legal requirements for income generation general activities including GDPR, The Fundraising Code of Practice and others.

Essential Skills

• Experience with strategic event planning and execution

• Proven experience in account management, sales, customer success or a client-facing role

• Ability to engage, motivate and inspire key stakeholders.  

• Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Desirable Skills

• Experience of working within a membership organisation, charity or similar.

• Ability to identify, build, and manage a pipeline of diversified leads from various channels.

• Excellent presentation skills, particularly at senior executive levels.

Applications are due by 23.59 GMT on Friday 4th April 2025.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a brief task to demonstrate their skills and abilities. Please submit your CV along with a cover letter detailing your relevant experience for the role.

Responsible to: Marketing and Communications Manager

Job Purpose: Assist in delivering and evaluating campaigns and activities that lead to the effective positioning and promotion of the Good Business Charter via its internal and external communications channels.

Location: Based from home with the expectation of at least quarterly in-person team meetings in York.

Employment: 2-3 days (to be discussed upon interview)

Salary: £23,000 p.a. pro rata for number of days worked

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Support the development and delivery of marketing and communications campaigns, helping to promote GBC’s message externally and with accredited organisations.
• Assist in coordinating internal and external communications, ensuring consistency in messaging across all channels.
• Help create, edit and proofread engaging content for GBC’s communications channels, including social media, newsletters and the website.
• Assist with the design of digital assets for social media, website and newsletters.
• Maintain and schedule content for GBC’s social media presence, supporting efforts to increase brand awareness.
• Support the team with monthly newsletters and other communications to accredited organisations.
• Work alongside the Marketing and Communications Manager and wider team to help deliver GBC’s communications strategy, supporting key projects and campaigns.
• Track and report on marketing performance metrics to assess the success of different strategies.
• Support outreach efforts by making phone calls to accredited organisations and stakeholders as needed with regard to use of the GBC logo.
• Supporting the wider team with administrative tasks as needed, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations and contributing to the overall success of the organisation.

PERSON SPECIFICATION 

Essential 

• Some experience in marketing and communications, with an understanding of strategic approaches.
• Creative and proactive communicator with a passion for ethical business practices.
• Strong writing, editing and proofreading skills, with attention to detail and the ability to produce high-quality content.
• Experience using digital communication channels, including social media.
• Good eye for design and an understanding of how to tailor messaging for different audiences across multiple platforms.
• Keen learner with a proactive attitude towards developing new skills and staying informed on best practices in marketing and communications.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and engage with external stakeholders effectively.
• Flexibility in working hours to respond to social media engagement and support events.

Desirable 

• Previous experience in the charity or responsible business sector.
• Familiarity with media relations and press engagement.
• Awareness of key challenges businesses face in relation to the 10 components of the Good Business Charter.

Sands exists to save babies’ lives and ensure that anyone affected by pregnancy loss or baby loss receives the support and care they need.

Our Training and Education team ensure that healthcare professionals and volunteers have the knowledge and skills to offer safe care to families during pregnancy, and the highest quality care and support following the death of a baby. Our vision is for Sands to be the sector leader with a range of flexible, high-quality learning. 

We are looking for an outstanding and people-focused candidate to lead and develop the team, including the promotion and delivery of programmes that positively impact on improving bereavement care and saving babies lives. 

The Head of Training and Education will work with the Director of Research, Education and Policy to develop and deliver an effective strategy. Additionally, the post-holder will develop opportunities to expand our paid-for training provision, improve the accessibility for those who need/want our training and develop our training provision for volunteers and staff. 

With significant experience of leading and motivating a large team, you will be able to plan, create and deliver national training programmes and educational resources. An excellent understanding of different training and education methods, including digital tools and resources is therefore essential. 

An experienced senior manager, you will be able to contribute to the organisations’ strategic direction and have experience of setting individual and team objectives. 

With a track record of providing thought leadership and innovation to develop creative solutions, you will be diplomatic and be able to establish productive working relationships with colleagues, volunteers and external stakeholders. 

An understanding of the issues surrounding the death of a baby for healthcare professionals, parents and families is essential. You will also need to have an excellent understanding of the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion.

Join Us in Driving Real Change! Lead Hope for the Future's Policy and Engagement Team

Location: Sheffield HQ or Remote (UK-wide)
Salary: £43,235.28 per annum (+ £3,000 London Weighting, where applicable)
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent 

Are you passionate about inspiring change in the fight against climate change?

At Hope for the Future (HFTF), our mission is to empower individuals and communities to engage in meaningful conversations with politicians and drive bold climate action. We believe that through collaboration across political divides, we can create a future where climate action is central to decision-making in government and beyond.

We are seeking an experienced, passionate leader to take on the role of Director of Policy and Engagement and help shape the future of climate action.

Are you an inspiring, strategic leader ready to make a tangible impact? If so, this is your opportunity to lead our Policy and Engagement team, drive meaningful change, and be part of an ambitious, forward-thinking organisation.

What you’ll be doing

As a key member of the senior leadership team, you’ll have the responsibility of overseeing the delivery of our impactful projects and ensuring that our ambitious three-year strategy is achieved. You’ll provide expert leadership, empowering your team to drive engagement with diverse communities and policymakers across the UK.

Your role will involve:

• Leading and growing HFTF’s impact by overseeing delivery programmes, achieving targets, and ensuring financial sustainability

• Managing and mentoring a talented, motivated team while fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment

• Strengthening partnerships with organisations, policymakers, and stakeholders

• Representing the charity in external communications, events, and public speaking opportunities

• Actively contributing to the overall strategy and direction of HFTF

What we’re looking for
We’re looking for a leader who is not only strategic and results-driven but also passionate about climate action and empowering communities. You’ll need:

• At least 3 years’ experience in a management or leadership role within a charity, NGO, or social enterprise

• A strong understanding of UK politics, advocacy, and public engagement

• Proven success in building and maintaining partnerships, particularly those that generate income or support paid services

• Excellent communication skills, including public speaking and working with diverse stakeholders

• Ability to lead and motivate a team, with a commitment to personal development and performance management

• Familiarity with project management, CRM systems, and monitoring & evaluation

Why join us?
 

At HFTF, we offer a unique, supportive environment where you can make a real difference. By joining our passionate staff team who are dedicated to real change you will :

• Lead a dynamic, passionate team dedicated to tackling the climate and nature crises

• Be part of a charity with a strong mission to influence national and local decision-makers

• Have access to generous benefits, including 30 days of annual leave (plus bank holidays), a pension contribution, and wellbeing support

• Work with a flexible approach, including remote or hybrid options

• Receive a competitive salary with London Weighting where applicable

This is your opportunity to make a meaningful difference, lead our policy and engagement team, and contribute to the continued success of a leading climate charity.

Salary and Benefits

• Salary: £43,235.28 per annum + £3k London Weighting for qualifying areas

• 30 days annual leave + statutory holidays

• Employer Pension Contribution

• Flexible working options, with the ability to work remotely or from our Sheffield office

• Well-being support, Bike to Work Scheme, and Season Ticket Loan Scheme

Location
This role is flexible—either based in our Sheffield office or working remotely anywhere in the UK. Some national travel will be required.

Ready to lead for change?
If you are passionate about driving action on the climate and nature crises and have the leadership skills to take HFTF to the next level, we want to hear from you! Apply now and help us create lasting change in the fight for a better future.

Hope for the Future is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

Apply now

Ready to take the lead in shaping the future of climate advocacy? If you’re ready to inspire action and help us make a lasting impact, we’d love to hear from you. 

Applications close at 9am on Wednesday 2nd April 2025, click here to apply. 

Online interviews during week commencing 10th April 2025.

Join Our Team as a Virtual Challenges Manager!

After a significant period of growth, Social AF is excited to announce an opportunity for a Virtual Challenges Manager to join our dynamic team. This role is pivotal in managing relationships with our charity partners and overseeing the performance and development of our moderators. With a team of 30 Moderators and Team Leaders (self-employed contractors) supporting up to 25 events in peak months, you will ensure the smooth operation of our social fundraising challenges. Your responsibilities will include monitoring KPIs, developing training programs, and recruiting new team members. Additionally, you will manage a portfolio of charity partner accounts, providing top-notch service to maximise income generation and ensure challenges run to an exceptional standard. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced fundraiser who thrives on building relationships and delivering high-quality work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a portfolio of key charity partner accounts, including hosting weekly update meetings and providing ongoing support throughout the duration of their challenge.
• Provide expert advice to our charity partners to maximise their challenge income.
• Develop and deliver end-of-challenge reports.
• Conduct ongoing challenge and performance analysis.
• Maximise retention for existing charity partners.
• Identify charity partners that are a good fit for our other services and support with cross-selling.
• Work with the Virtual Challenges Officer on content plans, supporter journeys, and event setup.
• Line manage the Virtual Challenges Officer.
• Lead the management of our moderation team.
• Assist with moderator training, including identifying knowledge/skill gaps, creating materials, and delivering training.
• Take an active role in recruiting new moderators.
• Organize and deliver team meetings.
• Plan and hold charity introductions and pre-challenge briefing meetings with moderators.
• Support with the development of weekly rotas and moderator group placements.

Person Specification:

• At least 3 years' fundraising experience.
• Minimum of 12 months’ experience running a Facebook Challenge or Social Fundraising Portfolio.
• Excellent written communication skills.
• Strong relationship-building and management skills.
• Highly organized with the ability to prioritize and manage a varied workload.
• Ability to work on your own initiative.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Flexible and responsive to changing circumstances at short notice.
• Team player.

Desirable:

• Experience managing and moderating Facebook Groups.
• Experience using GivePanel or a similar platform.
• Experience working with third-party agencies on Social Fundraising Challenges.
• Line management experience to lead and develop a high-performing team.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion: Social AF is committed to equal opportunities and encourages applications from all groups of people without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so please apply as soon as possible.

To apply, send your CV and a short covering statement (300 words), along with answers to the following questions:

1. Tell us more about your experience managing a Social Fundraising portfolio, highlighting any direct experience with Facebook Challenges.
2. Please share more about any line management experience you have.
3. What motivated you to apply for this role?

We look forward to hearing from you!