Environmental Jobs
Seeking a purposeful career change? Start on your transformative journey with the On Purpose Associate Programme, offering a unique opportunity for mid-career professionals to transition into impactful work. This paid, year-long leadership programme is designed for those ready to pivot their professional journey towards creating a regenerative, equitable and just future.
Key info:
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Based in London, UK
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Full-time (4.5 days at placement & one half day training weekly)
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£27,010 per annum salary
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Programme dates: October 2025 - September 2026 (49 weeks)
About On Purpose:
On Purpose is tackling the greatest challenge of our time: transforming our economy from profit to purpose. Our leadership programmes develop people who will play their part in this transformation.
Together, we learn to see a different future and take action towards realising it in the organisations we work in. Our programmes seed a vibrant community who care, inspire, challenge and support one another as we make this transformation a reality.
Programme summary:
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Two 6 month placements:
Through work placements with leading purpose-driven organisations, you'll gain hands-on experience tackling pressing social and environmental issues. Some of our current partners include Better Society Capital, Save the Children, BAFTA and Sustainable Ventures.
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Expert-led learning:
Our intensive Learning & Development programme involves weekly in-person sessions led by experts from across sectors. This blend of professional training and academic rigour equips you with the skills, knowledge and mindset to lead organisational and systemic change.
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1-2-1 mentoring & coaching:
Receive support through fortnightly mentoring sessions and quarterly executive coaching, fostering both your personal and professional growth.
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Join a supportive, impactful community:
You’ll be part of a tight-knit cohort of 20 Associates, participating in training sessions every Friday afternoon together. You’ll also join the wider On Purpose community, connecting with a global, influential network of impact-driven professionals offering life-long inspiration, collaboration and opportunities.
Benefits:
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Earn while you learn: On Purpose stands out by offering a paid learning and training opportunity, saving you significant costs compared to paying for other leadership programmes or MBAs, all the while offering extensive learning and development.
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Develop your ability to make an impact: Equip yourself with the skills and insights needed to drive meaningful change. You’ll join nearly 1000 purpose-driven alumni who are leading transformative change worldwide in all parts of the system, with 92% currently working in the impact sector.
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Unlock purpose-driven career opportunities: Our Associates have moved into a whole range of sustainability jobs and social impact roles, ranging from CEOs of social enterprises to leadership positions within traditional companies driving change from within. We have a former music label business owner now the CEO of Hubbub, a former Consultant now Director of Impact at B Lab UK and a former civil servant now Climate Lead at Ellen MacArthur Foundation.
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Standard UK holiday allowance
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A 3-day residential (all expenses paid)
Who we’re looking for:
This programme is ideal for:
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Individuals seeking a career change into the environment and social impact sector.
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Individuals already in the impact sector who want to develop new skills, have the opportunity to work in more commercial organisations, or to join an engaged network of people who share your values and are working toward the same goal.
Specific sector or industry experience is not important. We’re looking for talented people from diverse industries who have a determination to bring their skills and experience to purpose-driven projects and to driving systemic change. We seek ambitious individuals with:
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A minimum of three years full-time professional experience
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The right to work in the UK for the full duration of the programme
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Fluency in English
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Office environment experience
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Skills in project management, stakeholder engagement, adaptability, interpersonal communication, problem-solving, quantitative analysis and strategic thinking.
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Excitement and commitment towards building a career that helps transform our economy from profit to purpose.
Diversity and Inclusion:
We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences and those who are often under-represented in the impact sector, including but not limited to individuals with disabilities and those from diverse ethnic, gender identities, sexualities, religions, and socio-economic backgrounds.
How to apply:
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Read our Associate Programme brochure for more information.
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Register your interest via our website to receive a link to your online application form.
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Closing date for applications: Monday 19 May, 9:00 am (BST).
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Interviews will be held in mid-late June.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Office Manager role is crucial to our very busy and friendly office of 14 people and is incredibly varied and interesting. The role requires someone to be friendly, flexible and adaptable, with strong communication skills, a hands-on attitude and the willingness and initiative to work with the whole team doing a variety of different tasks to achieve a common goal. You will be highly organised and be prepared to take on information in many forms and quickly translate this into action. You will be comfortable working with deadlines and priorities, managing your own workload and the expectations of others. It is an incredibly rewarding role for someone who has the passion and commitment to help the Foundation address inequalities and to tackle poverty and inequality at a local level. No two days will be the same.
- You will need excellent communication skills, as you will often be the first point of contact for all enquiries, including grant applicants donors, and room bookings.
- You will support the fundraising and programmes team with running events and resident panels.
- You will be responsible for ensuring that the building is safe, well maintained and accessible to all staff, tenants and visitors, including sourcing and managing contractors.
- You will support the finance and fundraising teams with data entry and reporting, purchasing and reconciliations.
- You will also have the opportunity to delve into special initiatives, such as supporting our strategic objectives around Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI), the use of AI and environmental action.
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to learn about the voluntary sector, particularly learning about trusts and foundations and grant making, as well as developing skills in a variety of admin functions, such as databases, finance, premises and health and safety.
You will also have the opportunity to meet the organisations we fund and work with as well as actively contribute towards our pledge of meeting the ACF’s Funder Commitment on Climate Change and our DEI Strategic workplan (available on request). This will allow you to develop your skills at the Foundation, ranging from project planning, communication, finance, and customer service. You will also have an opportunity to work with our Fundraising and Communications team to help engage a range of supporters. Training will be provided for all your duties.
The role is ideal for someone either with existing office management experience or someone with administrative experience who is keen and ready to step up in their career, to take on more responsibility and join a small, friendly and dynamic team based in Islington. If you are looking to develop your career in office administration whilst working for a community-based charity, can work on your own initiative and show that you’re a team-player, while delivering high quality admin support, then this could be the next role for you.
We are keen to receive applications from individuals with different levels of experience. There are lots of opportunities to test, learn and innovate at Cripplegate Foundation and Islington Giving.
More info in the candidate information pack
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Manager - Sea the Change
Would you like to lead a charity working to create happier, healthier, and more sustainable communities? Sea the Change is looking for an inspiring Manager to drive our vision forward!
�� Location: Eyemouth (hybrid) ⏰ Hours: Part-time (25 hours a week) �� Salary: £33k (pro rata) �� Reports to: Board of Trustees
About Us Sea the Change is a Berwickshire-based charity dedicated to environmental sustainability, aiming to create lasting change for people and the planet. We run local projects focused on connecting communities to coastlines, reducing waste, promoting sustainable living, and protecting our natural environment. From coastal clean-ups to education programs and plastic-free initiatives, we work closely with communities to inspire action for a greener future.
The Role This is an exciting opportunity to shape the charity as the senior leader, developing community initiatives and influencing positive environmental change. As a dynamic leader, you'll oversee day-to-day operations, manage impactful projects, and build strong partnerships. You'll lead a small team, develop a sustainable financial model, and drive our strategic direction.
What You'll Be Doing
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✅ Lead & Inspire: Shape the organization’s vision, working with the Board, staff, and stakeholders to maximize impact.
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✅ Manage Projects: Oversee environmental initiatives, ensuring they run effectively, on budget, and deliver meaningful results.
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✅ Secure Funding: Develop fundraising strategies, apply for grants, submit reports, and build relationships with donors and funders.
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✅ Raise Awareness: Represent Sea the Change in the media, at events, and within the community to grow our influence.
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✅ Ensure Financial Stability: Oversee budgets, monitor performance, and maintain financial transparency.
What We're Looking For
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�� Leadership experience, ideally in the environmental, non-profit, or community sector.
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�� Experience in fundraising and successfully securing grants.
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�� A passion for sustainability and creating change.
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�� Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
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�� Knowledge of local environmental challenges and community-driven solutions.
Why Join Us?
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�� A chance to lead and grow a forward-thinking environmental charity.
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�� Work on local sustainability projects that make a real difference.
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�� Flexibility on working hours and hybrid work options for a great work-life balance.
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�� The opportunity to shape impactful projects and drive change.
Closing date: 5pm Friday 4th April 2025
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Location: Home based, with some travel to London and across UK
Direct Report: Reports to Head of Campaigns
Background: Research, policy, analysis, statistics
Remuneration: £30,000 - £40,000 with 5% employer’s pension and 25 days holiday
Start date: April 2025
Term: Full time (part-time may be considered), permanent position with 3 month probation period
We are River Action
At River Action, we’re on a mission to rescue Britain’s rivers from the devastating impact of agricultural, sewage, and industrial pollution. As a small but fast-moving organisation, we take bold action. We support grassroots movements, mobilise public opinion, influence government policy, and drive industry change to stop pollution at its source.
We’re looking for driven individuals who share our love for rivers and bring a creative, collaborative, and bold approach to campaigning blending sharp strategy with positively disruptive tactics that inspire real action.
If you want to be part of a movement making waves for cleaner, healthier rivers, we’d love to have you on board!
Who we are looking for
Are you passionate about using data to drive real change? Do you have the skills to turn complex information into compelling evidence that influences media, politics, legal action and public opinion? If so, we want you on our team.
We’re looking for a strategic, analytical and self-motivated individual who shares our passion for protecting rivers. You’ll play a key role in researching, analysing, and interpreting data and research to strengthen our campaigns, communications, and political advocacy work.
The ideal candidate will have:
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A sharp analytical mindset with strong research skills to uncover trends and opportunities for meaningful change.
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Excellent numerical and data interpretation skills, with the ability to translate complex information into clear, impactful messaging.
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Intelligent insight, with the ability to spot patterns in data to identify the evidence we need to inform powerful campaign strategies.
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A professional yet tenacious approach, confidently holding decision-makers and polluters accountable while working diplomatically to drive progress.
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The ability to proactively engage with and obtain information from others in academia, research, investigative journalism, industry, communities, government and activist groups.
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The energy, creativity and strategic thinking to help amplify our impact.
If you thrive in a fast-paced, high-impact environment and want to be at the forefront of environmental policy and advocacy, we’d love to hear from you!
What you’ll be doing
As a Campaigns Analyst, you’ll play a crucial role in shaping River Action’s fight for cleaner rivers by transforming complex data and information into compelling narratives that influence public opinion, media coverage, political advocacy, and legal action.
Reporting to the Head of Campaigns, you’ll be at the heart of our evidence-based approach. You’ll be analysing government and industry data, uncovering insights, and equipping our team with the intelligence needed to challenge polluters, hold regulators accountable, and push for policy reform.
Like a detective, you will be the person we rely on to seek out and identify the smoking gun - as well as to meticulously build out the pieces of the jigsaw - that demonstrates the malpractice, illegal behaviour or mismanagement of a water company, a factory farm or a failed regulator.
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Monitor government regulators and industry updates, tracking regulatory programmes, announcements, data, reports and other information.
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Develop and lead proactive data collection efforts including by making Freedom of Information (FOI) and Environmental Information Regulation (EIR) requests to inform and support campaigns, legal actions, investigations and communications.
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Plan, execute and report public opinion polls to gather insights that strengthen campaign messaging.
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Analyse and interpret complex data to uncover key insights that drive impactful campaigns and communications.
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Map and assess major campaign factors, including pollution sources, supply chains, regulatory frameworks and industry compliance.
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Investigate polluters, evaluating their legal obligations, governance structures, sustainability claims, environmental performance, finances and resource allocations.
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Investigate government regulators including the Environment Agency, Natural Resources Wales and Ofwat, analysing the performance of their monitoring, reporting and law enforcement duties.
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Maintain and update internal databases and fact sheets with the latest intelligence.
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Develop an in depth understanding of UK policy and legal frameworks relating to the regulation of rivers, and ensure colleagues are kept up to date with changes.
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Contribute towards River Action policy and advocacy work, ensuring our positions are underpinned by evidence and data.
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Ensure all River Action initiatives are evidence-based, current, and well-informed, and support colleagues requiring data and evidence for handling media opportunities.
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Research and propose solutions to environmental challenges, including technological advancements, regulatory changes, and financial incentives.
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Present research findings in clear, accessible reports that highlight environmental challenges and potential solutions.
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Produce compelling, data-driven reports and surveys for external publication, ensuring high engagement and impact.
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Collaborate with communications teams to translate complex data into visually engaging content for traditional and digital media.
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Provide accurate and up-to-date intelligence to strengthen campaign communications.
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Build partnerships with analysts, researchers, universities, think tanks, and third-sector organisations to collaborate on research and data-sharing initiatives.
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Manage relationships with external contractors, including researchers, polling firms, and academics, as needed.
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Support fundraising efforts by providing key data and insights for campaign and fundraising teams.
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Ensure all team members are well-briefed on the latest data and intelligence when engaging externally.
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Stay informed on advocacy, policy developments, and key relationships to strengthen research and analysis strategies.
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Contribute to shaping River Action’s position and key messaging to keep them fresh and relevant.
General
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Follow all charity policies.
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Actively participate as part of the team.
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Help to promote a positive, healthy and happy work environment and team culture.
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Attend and contribute to regular meetings.
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Work in accordance with the Data Protection Act.
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Be responsible for the health and safety of yourself and others at work.
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Undertake any other duties as reasonably required.
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Keep up-to-date with input from colleagues on related research, activities and policies.
As a small and agile team, we value flexibility. While these are the core responsibilities, staff may be asked to take on additional tasks as needed. If any task becomes a regular duty, the job description will be updated in consultation with the employee.
We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.
River Action is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young and vulnerable people and expects all members of staff to share this commitment.
Location
You will work from home with some travel to meetings across the UK.
How to Apply
To apply, please submit to jobs at riveractionuk dot com with the subject ‘Campaigns Analysist’:
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your CV (max 2 pages),
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a cover letter (max 2 pages) explaining why you want to work for River Action and how your skills and experience meet the requirements of the role, and
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a written submission (2 pages) - see attached documen
Only applications including all three documents will be accepted. Please provide your documents in pdf format.
Application process
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until 23:59 on Sunday 6 April 2025.
Should your application be selected during sift, the next stage will involve a panel interview. You may also be invited to attend a second interview.
Interviews will be held either w/c 16th or 21st April via video conference.
Please indicate in your covering letter or in a covering email your availability for an interview during these weeks.
If you have any questions about the role or your application, please contact us on jobs at riveractionuk dot com.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Project Manager
Salary: £22,800p.a. pro-rata (£38,000p.a. FTE)
We also offer 27 days of annual leave (pro-rated for hours worked) plus bank holidays and a birthday day off, 8% employer pension contributions, a core hours system of working and enhanced family friendly policies.
Contract: Immediate start until the end of September 2025
Hours: 22.5 Hours per week (we are flexible with how this may work for you)
Location: Home based, within the town of Spalding, Lincolnshire.
Keep Britain Tidy is the nation’s favourite environmental charity, campaigning on a range of environmental issues, effecting change at both a local and national levels.
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Project Manager with experience of community engagement and grassroots change to deliver our exciting new behaviour change programme in Spalding. Supported by a wider programme team, but responsible for this project on the ground, the Project Manager will marry our organisational expertise with a passion for environmental change. They will be responsible for setting up, implementing, and reporting on a set of behaviour change campaigns and interventions.
The ideal candidate will be a natural networker, adept at building relationships within the local community, connecting people and creating opportunities, and have heaps of initiative and a passion for engaging people to work together to improve local spaces.
This is an exciting role within a fast-paced charity. You will have a proven track record in project management and managing a range of stakeholders with varying expectations. The ideal candidate will be experienced in evaluating projects and continually making improvements based on learnings.
All our roles benefit from generous holiday entitlements and pension contributions, including the opportunity to join the UK’s first net carbon pension scheme and to receive extra days leave for using alternatives to flights. If you have any special requirements for interview just let us know.
If you are interested in this job and want to help us make a difference, please review a copy of the full job description from our website. After reading the application information, if you would love to work with us, please continue to apply.
As part of the application process you will need to answer 3 questions, submit your CV and complete equal opportunities monitoring information as we want to try to make sure that our workforce is representative of the population and we are not excluding any community. Please note that this information will be held separately.
Please submit your application before the closing date.
The deadline for applications is 12:00, Friday 11th April 2025.
For successful candidates, interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams on 24th April 2025.
If you require an in person interview, please let us know.
We have signed the pledge to always #ShowTheSalary for the roles that we advertise.
We are proud winners of the Working Families’ Best Small Employer Award 2021.
No agencies please.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
CBRL, the UK’s social sciences and humanities research hub in the region, seeks to appoint a new director. With centres in Amman, Jerusalem and London, CBRL fosters, produces and disseminates original, rigorous and independent research and invests in promising emerging scholars. Our overarching mission is to advance knowledge and understanding of the peoples and cultures of the Levant through scholarship in the humanities and social sciences.
The successful applicant will be a leading scholar with a background in the humanities, social or environmental sciences. They will have an outstanding research profile and demonstrable experience of academic leadership and strong general management ability. They will have a clear vision for building on CBRL’s existing strengths as a research centre and regional hub for scholars of the Levant.
Appointment Term: Initial period of 3 years.
Based: UK or Amman
Status: The post may be on secondment from a UK university or other institution, or otherwise the Director may be employed directly by CBRL. The Director must be able to spend time in the Levant and/or be able to travel freely around the region as well as to/from UK.
Time commitment: Full time. 20% of salaried time funded by the CBRL will be allowed for development and delivery of personal research
Responsibilities
Strategy and Performance
Working with CBRL trustees, and in dialogue with the British Academy and other partners:
• Lead a review of CBRL’s strategy.
• Ensure alignment with regional dynamics and evolving geo-political landscapes.
• Put in place a sustainable model for CBRL’s activities, setting ambitions for the next 3 – 5 years.
• Develop and promote high quality, visible UK research projects and research partnerships in and with the region.
• Enhance and increase use of CBRL facilities on the ground
Partnerships
• Cultivate productive relationships with the British Academy, BIRIS and other key stakeholders.
• Expand networks across relevant UK and regional entities to bolster CBRL’s strategic and funding objectives.
• Explore and develop possibilities for collaboration and funding beyond the UK Higher Education sector.
Research
• The Director will be expected to develop a programme of highly quality personal research for which time will be allowed within the role, as agreed with CBRL.
• Support and oversee delivery of a high-quality programme of research activity in the region, including research partnerships, grants, projects and events.
Delivery
• Develop the accessibility and sustainability of CBRL archives.
• Ensure high standards of project management and administrative efficiency.
• Develop the communication and dissemination of CBRL’s work.
People
• Manage the CBRL staff team to deliver on key priorities, creating a culture of ambition, collaboration and shared values.
• Ensure optimal organisational structure.
• Make sure HR policies and procedures are up-to-date and well-applied.
Finance and Resources
• Develop and implement strategies for sustainable income generation across a range of sources
• Exercise oversight of budgets, resource allocation and reporting
• Oversee financial proposals and reports to BA and other funders
• Make sure facilities are well-managed and secure
Governance
• Report regularly to the Chair of Trustees, keeping them informed of progress against objectives
• Collaborate in setting agendas for and report to trustee Board meetings and the AGM
• Ensure compliance with CBRL’s constitution and regulatory requirements
Person specification:
Essential:
• Outstanding record of research and publication in the humanities, social or environmental sciences, in one of the disciplines supported by the CBRL.
• Knowledge and experience of the UK higher education and research sector.
• Appreciation of the CBRL’s mission
• Demonstrable ability to provide academic and management leadership across a range of disciplines
• Strategic vision and demonstrable ability to lead in the development and delivery of a strategic plan.
• Ability to develop plans and set and monitor objectives • A consultative and inclusive approach to management, combined with ability to make executive decisions
• Commitment to transparency and to equality, diversity and inclusion.
• Clarity and effectiveness in communications
• Significant experience in managing change.
• Strong interpersonal skills conducive to effective engagement and management across diverse environments and contexts.
• A proven ability to communicate well across cultures.
• Willingness to learn Arabic if not already an Arabic speaker.
Highly desirable:
• Working knowledge and ability to speak Arabic or other regional language.
• Demonstrable knowledge of accounting, financial and personnel procedures
• Experience of external fundraising
• Experience of managing large grants
Please read the attached job description for more details and terms of appointment.
To advance knowledge and understanding of the peoples and cultures of the Levant
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Location: London (remote working within the UK is possible)
Hours: Full-Time or Part-Time (5 or 4 days per week)
Remuneration: £90,000 -£105,000 depending on experience
About FILE
The Foundation for International Law for the Environment (FILE) is a not-for-profit philanthropic organisation working to accelerate legal action on climate change.
Through grant-making and in-house legal expertise, we empower our partners to deliver strategic, innovative legal interventions and we support lawyers in their own countries to bring their own cases.
Legal action can unlock the systemic changes in finance, policy and social systems needed to protect all of us from climate change. The power of the law is both direct (changing policy and practice) and indirect (signalling the wider shifts taking place across these systems).
FILE is a ‘regrantor’ - this means we do not bring legal action in our own name. We receive grants from our philanthropic donors (a small group of like-minded climate foundations) and make onwards grants to partners who align with FILE’s charitable aims and purposes. We do not seek to make any profit from our activities either in a relevant financial year or in the longer term.
The Role
This exciting new role will have primary leadership of FILE’s regional strategy within Europe. It is a rare opportunity for an experienced, knowledgeable strategist and leaders to apply their understanding of how civil society can drive impact on climate, nature, and justice through legal and associated narrative and movement strategies in Europe.
This will include representing FILE at a senior level with funders, partners and our peer re-grantors, as well as developing and maintaining relationships with FILE’s European grantees.
It is a key strategic role within FILE, sitting alongside our other Regional Directors, reporting to FILE’s Director of Program Strategy, and with key relationships with other senior members of the Strategy team and other FILE departments.
FILE’s work in Europe is focused on driving governments’ ambition on, as well as holding corporations accountable for their major contributions to, the interconnected crises of climate, nature, and environmental justice. Given Europe’s position as a major economy, with global supply chains, there are strong connections between our work in Europe and our partners and communities in the Global South.
Key Responsibilities
Each of these is conducted in close collaboration with relevant colleagues across FILE’s strategy teams, as well as FILE’s Research, Impact, and Learning, Grant Management, and Philanthropic Partnerships teams:
- Leading development and implementation of FILE’s Europe strategy, supporting civil society to build for legal, narrative, and movement-building strategies to address the climate and nature crises and in pursuit of environmental justice
- This includes integrating climate, nature, and justice priorities appropriately into FILE’s Europe strategy - including a focus on finance, corporate accountability and supply chains, and driving governmental ambition
- Identifying new grantees, shaping grant-making priorities, and stewarding grantees through the grant-making process, as well as supporting existing grantees including with respect to issues of safety, security, and resilience
- Supporting the expansion of the community of practitioners to reinforce legal capacity, generating innovation and learning, proactively influencing global legal action and sharing knowledge of impact and learning
- Convening meetings of strategic partners to discuss key European priorities
- Performing a leadership role within philanthropy to deepen the understanding of philanthropy of strategic priorities for addressing the climate, nature, and justice crises in Europe in a just and equitable manner
Key Outcomes
- FILE has a well-considered Europe strategy that reflects our organisational climate, nature, and justice priorities, including a focus on legal, narrative and movement-building approaches
- FILE colleagues and external partners have a trusted thought partner and collaborator on implementing FILE’s strategies in Europe
- FILE’s grant-making in Europe is supported and guided with cutting-edge strategic expertise
- High quality convening(s) of European civil society and relevant legal practitioners and peers, to catalyse innovation and strengthen connectivity
- An engaged group of funders, ready to deepen their support for our partners’ work in Europe
About you
We know that long lists of criteria can be discouraging and that some candidates will not apply for a role unless they feel they are 100% qualified. If you feel you meet at least some of the essential criteria, we still encourage you to apply.
We also recognise that skills and experience can be gained in unexpected places, so we welcome applications from candidates who feel they have relevant skills for the role, gained from a wide range of professional, lived and learned experiences.
Essential criteria
- A strong commitment to reforming corporate and financial governance, strengthening government ambition, and prioritising the rights of communities most affected by climate change and environmental harms
- A demonstrated ability to develop and deliver impactful litigation strategies against corporations, financial institutions, governments and public bodies on climate, environmental, and/or human rights grounds
- Expertise in linking legal strategies to other strategies to advance systemic change
- A demonstrated ability to play a leadership role within climate, nature, and/or justice movements, and to work equitably and effectively with multiple perspectives and build trust with diverse partners
- An ability to lead and manage complex strategic and organisational projects
- Considerable knowledge relevant civil society and legal partners in Europe
- A willingness to travel (at least four times a year, or more if working remotely) to meet FILE staff and partners
- An ability to work flexibly as part of a team spread across time zones, which will involve some meetings outside of standard working hours
- A developed understanding of the power dynamics within climate, nature, and justice movements in a European context, as well as funder positionality and responsibility.
- A professional standard of written and spoken English
Desirable
- Legal qualifications, bar membership, or legal practice certificate (or equivalent) in a relevant European jurisdiction
- Experience of building and / or maintaining external networks, bringing expert practitioners and / or civil society together
- A professional standard of other major European languages could be useful, but is not essential, as we typically find our European partners are comfortable working in English
Location
FILE has offices in London and the Netherlands. We are advertising this role for candidates based (and with the right to work) in the UK, or the Netherlands but will also consider applications from other locations where we are able to do so.
Therefore, please note that this role will be advertised in multiple locations, but we are only hiring for one position. Please apply to the job post for your preferred location.
Working for FILE
FILE is a collaborative community of individuals who share a passion for climate, nature, and justice. We bring together knowledge and experience to support our mission.
Our people are empowered to lead their work both individually and as part of a wider team in order to make impactful change. As a relatively young organisation with the ambitious mission to change global systems, our roles are ideally suited to those who are highly strategic, flexible and adaptable, and open to growing in line with the Foundation.
FILE is committed to challenging inequality and values diversity, equity and justice in all areas of life. Our mission, work and impact is global, with staff and partners from across the world and a range of lived experiences. We firmly believe that we are strengthened by the diversity of our partners and staff.
At FILE, we actively work to create an inclusive culture where colleagues feel welcomed, heard and supported to succeed and thrive.
How FILE supports its staff
FILE is committed to creating a workplace that supports our staff to do their best work and develop professionally. FILE offer a generous annual leave policy and additional time-off work to support wellbeing. Amongst other benefits, FILE offers private healthcare and a contribution to a pension scheme.
FILE is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and encourage candidates who can contribute to the diversity of our team to apply.
Join us in making a tangible difference in the fight against climate change by creating spaces where diverse voices come together to drive impactful solutions.
Applications
Please apply on our website and upload your CV. This role is open for applications immediately and we accept applications on a rolling basis. If you are interested, we encourage you to submit your application as early as possible. The role will close on the 16th of April.
Diversity & Inclusion
As an equal opportunities employer, FILE is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Risk & Compliance Manager
Salary: Crica £48, 000 per annum
Contract status: Full time/Permanent
***Please download the job description for full details***
We have entered a new and exciting strategic period at the DEC and are seeking a Risk and Compliance Manger to ensure we are completing all the necessary checks and balances as our engagement with partners and stakeholders, increases.
To be successful in this role, you must have proven experience in risk management, compliance, or a similar role, preferably within the non-profit sector. Additionally, you will need proven experience in mitigating legal risks and liabilities, identifying contractual hazards to reduce or eliminate their financial impact, and have guided colleagues to negotiate contractual matters in a legal and ethical manner.
Key responsibilities for this role include:
- Develop and implement comprehensive risk management frameworks and strategies, both in and out of appeals.
- Manage the process of risk assessments (including data protection impact assessments) and internal audits to identify and mitigate potential risks.
- Manage the organisation’s insurance policies and ensure adequate coverage for all potential risks.
- Oversee travel risk management to ensure the safety and security of staff traveling to high-risk areas.
- Report and manage serious incidents, ensuring timely and appropriate responses.
- Manage the internal reporting of personal data breaches and support the Data Protection Steering Group with reporting to data subjects and the Information Commissioner’s Office, where required.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory and statutory requirements, and codes of practice including data protection, safeguarding, and governance standards.
- Review and negotiate contracts and grants to ensure they meet legal and organisational standards.
- Oversee procurement processes to ensure they are ethical, transparent, and compliant with organisational policies
- Promote and oversee ESG initiatives within the organisation.
- Conduct regular reviews of financial controls and procedures to ensure accuracy and integrity
You will be expected to demonstrate high levels of competence in the following areas:
Delivering quality results
Planning
Analytical & Innovative thinking
Communication
Team working and collaboration
The DEC is an equal opportunities employer and provides opportunities to learn and grow in an inclusive, supportive, and productive environment. We encourage applications from anyone who can meet the criteria, regardless of gender, race, age, disability, sexuality, or religion.
How to apply
If this role is of interest and meets your skills, experience, and knowledge, then please apply with your anonymised CV & cover letter [i.e. please state your initials only, not your full name].
by 9am, Monday 24th March 2025. We will be reviewing applications as they arrive and may hold initial interviews before the application deadline.
The DEC is committed to the safeguarding and protection of children and vulnerable adults and participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information from successful applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment.
By applying, the job applicant confirms their understanding of, and consent, to these recruitment procedures.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About Moseley Community Development Trust (Moseley CDT):
Moseley CDT is an independent charity dedicated to improving the neighbourhood through social, economic, and environmental initiatives. We are a community-led organisation that develops practical solutions to local issues, supporting residents, businesses, and charities.
Our core values:
- Inclusion: Ensuring our services benefit all communities.
- Positive Innovation: Encouraging creative problem-solving.
- Collaboration: Building strong partnerships for shared goals.
Role Overview:
The Communications Officer will develop and implement strategies to raise awareness of Moseley CDT’s work, engage the community, and enhance our digital presence. This role requires creativity, project management skills, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
Key Responsibilities:
Digital Marketing & Social Media:
- Manage and update the Moseley CDT website with engaging and accessible content.
- Develop and implement a social media strategy across platforms incl. Facebook and Instagram.
- Create high-quality visual and written content, including graphics and short videos.
- Use scheduling tools to plan social media campaigns and track engagement.
- Analyse digital marketing performance and suggest improvements.
Content Creation & Brand Management:
- Develop compelling storytelling content, case studies, and campaign materials.
- Design digital and print materials using Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar tools.
- Ensure all communications align with Moseley CDT’s brand identity (currently in development)
- Collaborate with stakeholders to source and share relevant content.
Public Relations & Stakeholder Communications:
- Support the creation of a weekly newsletter.
- Maintain relationships with local partners and key stakeholders.
- Respond to enquiries from the public, media, and community members.
Person Specification:
Essential Skills & Experience:
- Strong writing skills, adaptable to different audiences.
- Experience managing social media, scheduling, and analytics.
- Basic design/editing skills (Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, or similar).
- Experience updating websites (WordPress).
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
- Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills and teamwork.
- Commitment to Moseley CDT’s values and mission.
Desirable Skills & Experience:
- Experience creating and editing video/audio content.
- Familiarity with email marketing (Mailchimp).
- Knowledge of analytics tools for engagement tracking.
- Understanding of GDPR compliance and ethical communications.
- Experience in community engagement or charity communications.
We encourage applicants who meet most, but not necessarily all criteria to apply. This role is ideal for a proactive and creative communications professional passionate about community development and making an impact through effective storytelling and digital engagement - reach out if you're interested!
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Policy and Campaigns Manager
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 35 hours a week
Salary: £35,963 - £40,440
Location: Norfolk Wildlife Trust, Bewick House 22 Thorpe Road, Norwich, Norfolk, NR1 1RY
About Us
Norfolk Wildlife Trust is the county’s largest environmental charity, working for the protection and enhancement of Norfolk’s wildlife and wild places. We protect and restore our county's wild spaces by managing our nature reserves, working in partnership throughout the landscape and inspiring people to enjoy and care for Norfolk's nature through projects, education activities, events and campaigns.
About You and the Role
We need an exceptional leader who can lead and deliver a clear plan to build our organisational influence with key policies and decision-makers in Norfolk. You will also proactively develop high profile, impactful campaigns that support nature’s recovery and oversee our planning caseload. The role is full time 35 hours a week.
You are skilled in seeing areas of mutual benefit and experienced at influencing others to change policy or behaviour. Vitally, you are a great communicator and enjoy working in partnership. Additionally, you have a strong understanding of environmental policy and planning and the political landscape in relation to the environment and nature recovery.
We know that we can secure a thriving world for future generations that offers a stable climate, clean water, abundant food, health and happiness. Will you join us?
At Norfolk Wildlife Trust, we want to recognise and reward staff for the skills, knowledge and experience they contribute, we offer a competitive benefits package.
The closing date for applications is 9am 14th April 25.
Interviews are likely to take place on the w/c 28th April 25.
Thank you for your interest in the Trust, and good luck with your application.
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.
No agencies please.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Sovereign Network Group (SNG) is a leading Housing Association, committed to providing quality, affordable homes and services within sustainable, successful communities. We're led by our values and driven by a strong sense of social purpose, placing our customers at the heart of everything we do.
We have an amazing opportunity to join the Community Foundation as Social Value Specialist on a permanent basis. You'll be based in one of our offices across SNG's operating area, ideally Wembley as there will be a big focus on working with our London and Hertford based suppliers and community partners. You'll combine both home and office working to ensure a positive work/life balance. This role involves travel to other offices and events which will require some flexibility and ideally access to a car.
The Role
The Social Value Specialist will support SNG to embed impact measurement and social value into teams across the organisation, providing a central, efficient point of contact that leads on developing systems, processes and continuous service improvement.
You will engage with supply chain partners to ensure the delivery of social value in contracts and enable seamless customer service using digital platforms and relationships with community partners.
Connect with team members across the organisation to deliver impact reports and support in creating our annual ESG report.
The Social Value Specialist will report to the Social Value Manager.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, plan and implement a community investment evaluation and monitoring framework, in direct alignment with the community foundation strategy and strategy and the corporate plan
- Work collaboratively across the multi-disciplinary community investment directorate and with other internal teams in the customer directorate across localities to embed a framework for social impact and outcomes recording
- Support the Social Value Manager to provide regular social impact and environmental social, governance (ESG) reporting to the communities' leadership team and to senior management and board when required
- Develop and implement monitoring and evaluation methods and processes for Community Foundation projects and roll out good practice to colleagues and external partners so we can effectively demonstrate our Social Impact
- Lead and support internal teams and external partners in the upload of data such as KPIs onto impact measurement platform for the business, ensuring that information is accurate and easily accessible when required
- Demonstrate strong project management skills to lead and oversee project teams across SNG and with external partners that will bring in external funding
- Build and maintain excellent relationships with stakeholders, including funders, businesses, local authorities and national agencies as required by the Head of Service and managers
- Work closely with the communications team to enable a coordinated communications approach that raises the profile of SNG's work in communities
- Prepare and present written, financial and statistical reports to internal and external bodies as required and ensure funders requirements are met
- Demonstrate everyone safe and well everywhere, every day by making health and safety a primary consideration in your decision making
What we need from you
A good understanding of HACT's Wellbeing Valuation and Social Value Insight would be an advantage, but this is not essential. It would be great if you have some knowledge or experience of working in communities, supply chains and or, monitoring and evaluation.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent organisation and customer service
- Proactive and proven Stakeholder management skills with colleagues and external partners
- Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation methods and techniques, including Theory of Change and Logic Models
- Ability to validate and impact assess, to escalate data issues as required
- Ability to inspire and activate, fostering great partnerships with suppliers to ensure social value is secured and delivered through our supply chain
- An understanding of social value in relation to the construction industry
- Storytelling skills to share social value activity and support others in understanding the impact of the Community Foundation
What you'll receive from us
We have some fantastic benefits at SNG, including:
- £450 flex-pot annually, discounted shopping & cycling scheme
- 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays (with an extra day every year up to 30 days)
- Company pension scheme matched up to 12%, life cover at 4x your salary
- Flexible working - we're committed to giving people flexibility as widely as possible
- Private medical insurance, dental insurance & critical illness cover
- Wide range of training courses available to support your career development
We are committed to our Equality Diversity and Inclusion strategy and believe that you can truly be yourself at SNG.
This is a great opportunity to join the team as we progress through an exciting period of change at SNG. We pride ourselves on having a relaxed, supportive and forward-thinking culture, working collaboratively to achieve success.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
About POW UK
Protect Our Winters UK (POW UK) is a charity that rallies the outdoor community to drive meaningful action on climate change. We are a community of athletes, scientists, creatives, collaborators, and business leaders advancing non-partisan policies that protect our world today and for future generations.
We were founded in 2017 by a team of UK outdoor enthusiasts (like you) to mobilise the UK outdoor sports community. We work with athletes, creatives, the outdoor community, and outdoor industry to bring about a net zero society.
The Opportunity: We are looking for a visionary leader to drive its next stage of growth and impact. Over the past several years, POW UK has grown from a founding idea/cause by pro snowboarder Jeremy Jones to the leading voice for the outdoor community in the UK on climate. POW UK punches above its weight as a recognised, followed and loved brand. We need a leader who can establish the structural base (systems and processes) to enable the organisation’s growth and impact, as well as lead the delivery of the strategy set by the Board. The organisation currently has an annual operating budget of £280K, a 4-person team, and a community of athletes, creators, scientists, and business people in the world. With mounting evidence on climate change and its impacts and with sports clubs, organisations and governing bodies starting to understand this, POW UK’s moment is now. There are significant opportunities to nurture our current audience, grow its adjacent audiences, and expand its relevance. We believe the growth potential for POW UK’s positive influence is truly unlimited.
Key Responsibilities:
· Organizational Leadership: Create a positive and inclusive culture that aligns with POW UK's values. Develop policies, systems, and processes to support our team's growth and effectiveness.
· Strategic Vision: Leverage POW UK's strengths to drive impactful initiatives. Lead the development and execution of our multi-year plan (2025-2029).
· Movement Building: Inspire and rally the outdoor community to influence climate policy. Engage with sports governing bodies, athletes, scientists, and environmental advocates to amplify our mission.
· Fundraising and Audience Expansion: Develop strategies to grow our donor base and build relationships with environmental organizations and sports communities.
· Public Speaking and Marketing: Represent POW UK at events and in the media. Use compelling storytelling to persuade and inspire action.
· Technical Acumen: Dive deep into climate policy and advocacy. Commit to continuous learning and embrace uncomfortable conversations to advance our thought leadership.
· Passion for the Outdoors: Lead by example with your love for extreme winter sports and the outdoor life. Understand the power of this passion to drive change.
Qualifications:
· Bachelor's degree desired; Master's (e.g., MBA) preferred
· 10+ years of executive leadership experience in for-profit or non-profit organizations
· Proven track record of setting ambitious strategies, building teams, and achieving success
· Experience developing HR policies that promote diversity, inclusivity, equity, and learning
· Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
· Positive attitude and passion for climate action and the outdoors
· Understanding of competitive outdoor sports, and the broader outdoor sports community and industry experience preferred
· Belief in POW UK's mission and theory of change
· Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, resource-constrained environment
· Strong leadership, coaching, and mentoring skills
· Ability to handle high-conflict situations with empathy
Why Join Us? As the CEO of POW UK, you will have the chance to lead a passionate team and community dedicated to protecting the environment. You will work with like-minded
individuals who share your love for extreme winter sports and your commitment to combating climate change. Together, we can make a lasting impact on the areas we care about most.
Further details available on our website (type Protect Our Winters UK in search engine). In case of further questions about the role, don't hesitate to reach out to the team.
Please submit CV and Cover Letter in PDF format
Our mission is to rally the outdoor community to lead meaningful climate action.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Woodland Trust is looking for a Marketing Assistant to provide marketing and administrative support to help deliver income and supporter goals.
The Role:
• This role is a 12-month fixed contract within the Supporter Development Team
• It provides administrative and logistical support to the Head of Supporter Development and the Head of Regular Giving Business Development, including diary management, meeting coordination, and ensuring effective collaboration.
• The role manages supporter and fundraising query inboxes, responding promptly to requests for information and materials to deliver a high-quality supporter experience.
• This role supports marketing activities by coordinating briefs, liaising with internal teams and external publishers, and ensuring deadlines are met.
• It will assist with organising key meetings, workshops, and conferences, including agenda setting, minute-taking, and logistical planning for internal teams and external partners.
• The role will oversee financial and procurement processes, including managing credit card sign-off, processing purchase orders, checking invoices, and ensuring compliance with reporting requirements.
• This role includes a mix of working from home and at our main office in Grantham, Lincolnshire. Visits to Grantham would be required no more than once a month on average. There will also be travel to sites across the UK
The Candidate:
• You have an enthusiasm for the environment and share our core values-Grow Together, Explore, Focus and Make it Count
• You will have provided administrative support, ideally in an office environment
• You will be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office and collaborative tools
• You enjoy working in a team environment and are able to build positive relationships
• You have excellent planning and organisational skills, are great at multi-tasking and have rigorous attention to detail
• You are able to communicate via email, phone and in person as you will be managing the supporter enquiry inbox and supporting with the organisation of events
• You will have an understanding of marketing, communications and fundraising functions
Benefits & Wellbeing: Joining our team means you'll be a big part of tackling environmental and climate issues. We take good care of our staff, offering support and training opportunities. We also offer:
• Enhanced Employer Pension
• Life Assurance
• Flexible & Hybrid Working Options
• Generous Annual Leave
• Enhanced Parental Pay
• Employee Assistance Programme
About Us: The Woodland Trust is the UK's leading woodland conservation charity and is dedicated to creating a world where trees and woods thrive for both people and nature. Our mission involves engaging and inspiring individuals to contribute toward tackling the nature and climate crisis through the protection, restoration, and creation of essential woodland habitats.
Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: To achieve our vision of a world where woods and trees thrive for people and nature, we need to better reflect society and the communities we work in. All people, no matter their background, identity, ability, or circumstance, should benefit from trees.
People of colour and disabled people are currently under-represented across the environment and conservation sector. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled, we particularly encourage you to apply.
Please contact us to discuss any additional support or adjustments you may need to complete your application.
Application Advice: For fairness we keep our candidates’ personal details hidden from the hiring managers, so they do not see your CV until shortlisting is completed.
Make sure that you answer the Application Questions to show your relevant skills and passion for the role.
Even if you don't meet every requirement of the role, we would encourage you to apply.
Apply Now: If you're ready to make a difference and grow with us, send in your application today. We might close the job opening early if we get a lot of applications, so it's a good idea to apply soon. If we do close the advert early, and you have an application in process, we will email you prior to closing to give you time to complete.
Interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams on 16th and 17th April 2025
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you a Biodiversity Net Gain specialist looking for a 9-5 role, rather than the long hours that Consultancy usually expects? Work life balance really is possible!
Prospectus are delighted to be working with a boutique consultancy who offer their clients all a variety of environmental services through the design and planning process. Our client offers a great office location close to Manchester and a people focussed working environment. We are searching for a someone with at least 12 months post graduate experience or equivalent, with in-depth BNG knowledge, experience of report writing, and experience and an aptitude for a consultancy setting.
Working with developer clients, you will be involved in exciting placemaking projects within residential projects bit also fabulous education renovations, commercial, and healthcare settings. You will be an integral part of the Biodiversity Net Gain team to ensure the successful delivery of projects. You will see projects through from inception to post-development monitoring, helping to inform design and advise clients along the way.
To learn more, and to receive the full job description, please apply with your CV in the first instance.
As a specialist recruitment practice, we are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are invested in supporting you through your application journey.
Hours: Full-Time – 36 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Location: Remote (travel to London, Birmingham and Forests required monthly)
This is the opportunity to play an influential and impactful role in one of the most important causes of our generation – the climate emergency. Trees will enable 25% of the UK's 2050 net zero ambition and this role sits at the heart of this, supporting one of the UK’s largest woodland creation partnerships, England’s Community Forests.
The Community Forest Trust (CFT) is a charity that supports, enables and champions England’s Community Forests (ECFs). Across England there are 15 Community Forests that deliver social, economic, and environmental impact through woodland creation and restoration. In 2024/2025 they will plant over 2.5 million trees, most of which are funded through Defra’s national tree planting programme, the Nature for Climate Fund Programme.
The Managing Director will have the drive, rigour, and organisational and stakeholder management skills to develop and deliver a new CFT Business Plan. The current Business Plan was developed in 2022 and runs to March 2025. It has now been delivered.
The Managing Director will be responsible for providing the overall leadership and management of CFT and ensure effective governance and compliance with all legal requirements. To fulfil this aim, the Managing Director must ensure that robust structures and systems are in place to deliver CFT’s strategic priorities and CFT’s charitable aims and objectives.
A few key responsibilities of the role include:
- Take ownership of delivering the future direction and shape of CFT and deliver the CFT vision
- Provide organisational leadership for CFT, establishing and implementing business objectives through a business plan
- Work closely with the Chair of the Board, Trustees and staff, building positive working relationships in a constructive and consultative environment
- Manage the agreements (service delivery) with the ECFs with who CFT has a specific and formal arrangement
- Deliver the services and outcomes to the ECF Network, the Forests that CFT supports and those Forests that CFT runs
- Support project development work taking place at local level to support the Northern Forest programme
- Develop and lead funding strategies and write or assist with writing funding bids when required
This list is not exhaustive, please access the full job description for this role attached to this advertisment.
To be successful in the role, the postholder must have previous senior management and leadership experience gained at an organisation of comparable scale and complexity. A track record of developing and implementing Business Plans is also a must, along with experience of representing an organisation to external stakeholders and forming effective partnerships, working effectively with a board of trustees or equivalent, and managing contracts and service providers.
The postholder will have outstanding leadership skills with the ability to develop strategic plans and motivate and inspire others, knowledge of financial management, including budgets/cashflow, income generation and writing successful funding applications, and knowledge of community engagement and mobilisation.
In return, you will receive some great benefits which include:
- Competitive rates of pay
- Remote and flexible working
- 25 days annual leave per year, plus bank holidays
- An enhanced pension scheme
- Possible funded training opportunities
We welcome individuals with a general interest in the environment and its preservation. We are also an equal opportunities employer who consider applications from all communities.
Should you be interested in this role we would be pleased to hear from you via a CV and a covering letter. Please submit this by the closing date of 18th April 2025.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.