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Full time 37 hours, permanent position
Salary in the range £56,869 - £69,506 per annum

Based in Reading -  hybrid working available (1-2 days in the office)

About us

PACT is a supportive and respectful charity where people are genuinely passionate about what we do and are at the heart of everything we can achieve together. 

We change lives by building and nurturing adoptive families and empowering women, children and parents to rebuild after trauma and embrace a positive future.

Established in 1911, we are now one of the UK’s leading charities in its field dedicated to finding secure and loving families for children waiting to be adopted, continued support through therapeutic services, supporting and empowering women facing multiple disadvantages and the recovery of children affected by domestic abuse.

The role

We are looking for an experienced Head of People and Operations who is passionate about our work and who will flourish in a values-based culture founded on professionalism, positivity, innovation and a genuine desire to help others.

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer and a member of the Senior Management team, this is a key role that leads a dedicated team responsible for ensuring that the charity has exceptional people and providing them with the necessary resources and equipment to excel in their roles and thrive.

Committed to delivering excellence, you will seek opportunities to enhance the services you and the team provide across the charity and will be a champion for people’s wellbeing and a culture of inclusion.

About you

To flourish in this role, you will need to be a confident and trusted CIPD qualified practitioner, who has significant experience of working in a generalist HR role at a senior management level.  You will need excellent knowledge and practical application of employment legislation.

A skilled and considerate communicator, you will enjoy managing, motivating and coaching others as well as working collaboratively to find pragmatic solutions to issues and challenges. 

Given the size of the charity and the team, you will be comfortable in a dynamic role where no day is the same; moving easily from strategic to operational tasks and ways of working. 

Whilst you do not need to be an expert in offices services and facilities and IT systems and applications, a general understanding and desire to learn would be an advantage.

If this sounds like you then visit our website and apply today to join an amazing organisation and be part of something that is truly special. You will also find contact details on our website for an informal discussion about the role.

Closing date: noon, Wednesday 30 April 2025

Interview dates: Monday 12 May, Wednesday 14 May and Tuesday 20 May 2025.

Other roles you may have experience of could include: Head of Human Resources, Senior Human Resources Business Partner, Senior HR Manager, HR Consultant, Head of Operations, Head of Support Services

Safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do at PACT. We have robust measures and best practices in place to safeguard and protect the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we take pride in maintaining outstanding safeguarding standards.

Anyone joining our team is subject to PACT’s safer recruitment pre-appointment enquiries, including a Disclosure Barring Service (DBS). The role description provides information on what our safer recruitment enquiries include and the level of DBS required to work in the role.

All opportunities with PACT are based in the UK.

Head of Commercial Services

Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours a week)

Accountable to: Deputy Director

Responsible for: Conferencing and Events, Catering Services (including Café management), Retail Purchasing.

Salary: £38,380 per annum

Summary

The purpose of this role is to ensure that MK gallery has a diverse range of commercial services that contribute to the financial security of the Gallery and its charitable activities.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Strategic development

• Work collaboratively at a senior level to ensure the delivery of an exceptional, first-class visitor experience.
• Work alongside the Deputy Director in the development of a commercial growth strategy and improvement initiatives, updating when appropriate.
• Use trends in the feedback to inform operational changes and staff and volunteer training.

Leadership and team management

• Lead, motivate, communicate, and develop the Catering and Events Team to ensure that they are fully engaged to achieve best performance to meet the needs of the Gallery.
• To be accountable for delivery against agreed financial and service targets and for the effectiveness and efficiency of commercial services.
• Evaluate the performance of each of the departments within commercial service, feedback to the Deputy Director and supporting with evidence for Executive reporting.
• Establish external and internal benchmarks and appropriate KPIs as the basis for demonstrating the quality of commercial services provided.

Catering

• Manage all aspects of MK Café ensuring it is open to the public with a dynamic food offer during opening times.
• The café and catering services achieve 5* food hygiene standards.
• Effectively manage the catering supply chain to ensure quality and cost management of supplies.
• Rota management

Event Hire

• Oversee the Gallery’s room booking system and coordinate all internal and external events safeguarding the best use of spaces in and out of opening hours in cooperation with other departments.
• Ensure front of house/events staff have comprehensive events schedules that enable them to organise appropriate resources and staffing.
• Support the Events Co-ordinator in generating private hires (Conferences, private events, weddings, room hires, community hire) to ensure maximum profitability.
• Work alongside the Deputy Director in developing private hires into Corporate Memberships and Sponsorship opportunities.

Retail

• Develop new product lines to include exhibition merchandise, MK Gallery specific merchandise, unique gifts and children’s arts and crafts materials.
• Work with local makers to produce a line of artist products on a sale or return basis.

Operational

• Lead on the recruitment and training of new staff and volunteers across the Commercial Teams in accordance with the organisational policy and procedures.
• Work with the Marketing and Audience Development Team to ensure that all commercial activities are accurately represented and advertised.
• Ensure Risk Assessments, Standard Operating Procedures and Safety Management Systems are in place across all Commercial areas with a focus on safety first and food and hygiene safe working practice.
• Ensure stock management and POS systems are in place and managed accordingly and work with the Finance Manager to ensure robust systems and processes are in place in accordance with the Gallery’s policies and procedures.
• Work with the Finance Manager to establish and maintain budget setting and management across commercial activity.

General

• Undertake any other duties as may be reasonably required by the Head of Catering and Events.
• Carry out responsibilities with due regard to all MK Gallery policies and procedures including Security, Health and Safety, Child Protection and Equality & Diversity.

Person Specification:

Experience

• Experience of event management at a senior level with demonstrated experience of delivery, administration and evaluation of large-scale complex events.
• Experience of developing and a corporate events programme to engage local business.
• Experience of project co-ordination involving multiple stakeholders, visitors, staff, and suppliers.
• Experience of managing sales targets and being responsible for driving income.
• Experience of managing venue hire on behalf of external clients.

Skills and abilities

• Excellent organisational skills with ability to work to tight deadlines and multi-task when under pressure.
• Excellent business and finance acumen – confident with budget project with budget management, budget projections and financial processes.
• An entrepreneurial outlook – an enthusiasm for generating income through innovation.
• Strong communication skills with a wide range of people – in person, in writing, and on the phone.
• Well developed negotiation and relationship management skills.

Knowledge

• Knowledge of Health and Safety, Food Hygiene, licencing and other licencing and legal/statutory requirements.
• Good technical knowledge including AV, PA systems and lighting.

Personal

• Flexible team member with the ability to cooperate and support other colleagues.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.

General

The role will involve some evening and weekend working, as well as occasional early morning and late evenings, depending on the event requirements for which time of in lieu will be given.

REF-220517

Team: Volunteering, People Engagement and Inclusion

Location: Home based

Work pattern: 35 hours per week, 9am-5pm

Salary: Up to £48,444.39 per year

Contract: Permanent

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 People MI and Data Lead:

• this role plays a critical part in bringing several key aspects of activity together to support the overall Directorate and their customers to deliver an effective, informed and forward-thinking people and culture team
• responsible in further developing a suite of management information that People and Culture colleagues and customers can use to accurately make decisions to drive continual improvement and cultural change
• facilitating great conversations and supporting decision making around planning, dependencies and impact of activity

About the People and Culture Directorate:

This is a new role that engages across the whole People and Culture directorate, supporting the leadership and management teams within HR, Learning and Development, Safeguarding and Wellbeing, Reward and Talent and Volunteering, People Engagement and Inclusion in developing great people practices.  

What we’re looking for in our People MI and Data Lead:

• previous experience gained within a Management Information Data analysis role
• experience of using a continuous improvement methodology and root cause problem-solving using data
• experience of working in a volunteer led organisation or using analytics to inform people strategy and planning
• previous partnering experience or ability to demonstrate ability to work with key stakeholders and draw on insight from others to make recommendations
• able to operate inclusively, recognising difference and working to adapt ways of working for those who are neurodivergent or have specific requirements in working with data
• expertise in People systems, Excel, Power BI and other reporting tools

What we can offer you:

• range of health benefits
• 26 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

Interested? Here’s how to apply:

Application closing date: 18 April 2025

Video screening questions: 28 – 02 May 2025

Virtual interview date: w/c 12 May 2025

Please note, we do not accept applications or speculative CVs from agencies.

Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. 

If successful, your recruitment journey will include:

1. anonymised application form
2. video screening questions
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.

Starting Salary: £34,629 - £37,868 (pro rata) This is the full-time amount, and the salary will be prorated based on the hours of the post. 

Hours: Part-time time 4 days per week (28 hours per week)

Contract: Permanent

Location:Nottingham Diocese volunteer centre currently in Nottingham 

The successful candidate must be able to travel widely around the area covered 

Job Profile

CAFOD’s work in the Catholic community of England and Wales is to inspire and resource Catholics to participate in the Church’s mission to overcome poverty and injustice in partnership with CAFOD. 

The main purpose of this role is to inspire and increase the participation in CAFOD’s work of Catholic parishes, schools and the broader Catholic community within the Nottingham Diocese. This will be accomplished partly by the recruitment and support of a team of committed, inspired and well-resourced volunteers working in parish and school communities to enable and equip Catholics to give, act and pray. The work will also involve meeting gatekeepers, networks and other stakeholders within the diocese to build fruitful and positive relationships.

The Community Participation Co-ordinator (CPC) is part of a regional team working across a group of dioceses and whilst having a primary focus on one diocese, is responsible for the results of the regional team plans in relation to volunteer recruitment and retention and parishion and school participation.

The role will be hybrid (40-60% of time at home and 40-60% based from the volunteer centre) or fully based from CAFOD’s Nottingham Diocese volunteer centre currently in Nottingham city centre, although it is expected that the post holder will be mobile and flexible to meet volunteers, clergy and other stakeholders as required. The post holder will also be meeting with other regional team members as required both virtually and face to face. At times it will be necessary to transport some equipment and resources and to be flexible to work evenings and weekends. 

The role requires a willingness to be adaptable to support the work of the regional team, deploying skills, knowledge and at times activity in other parts of the regional team area. This is likely to require some additional travel (which would be reimbursed by CAFOD). The post also requires weekend and evening work for while time off in lieu (toil) can be claimed.

CPCs are accountable for delivering CAFOD’s annual participation plans locally across England and Wales. As well as growing the number of parishes participating, the plan is also focused on enabling parish communities to expand the breadth of their participation. Through greater numbers and activity of schools volunteers and volunteer co-ordinators, more schools will be visited by a CAFOD volunteer. It is not expected that the post-holder will routinely visit schools but that the vast majority of visits be completed by volunteers. 

The post reports to the Community Participation Manager. 

Key Responsibilities

Delivering participation plans  

• Share accountability for delivery of annual participation plans for the region (a group of dioceses) with a primary focus on one diocese, and for fundraising, education, campaigns, and other targets, as delineated by the participation plan for the region. It is anticipated that the role will have an 80% focus on parish communities and a 20% focus on school communities 

• Contribute to the development and delivery of a regional plan across a number of dioceses in support of the annual participation plans and appropriate for local contexts 

• Achieve targets for increasing parishioner and children & young people participation primarily through recruitment and retention of volunteers and working with gatekeepers 

• Be willing and able to share reports and information around community participation and recruitment, activity, development and retention of volunteers

• Closely monitor parish participation activity

Managing volunteers  

• Be the local volunteer manager in a specific diocese or dioceses 

• Hold the relationship with, and coordinate the work of, a number of volunteers in order to achieve the annual participation plan in the region 

• Contribute to increasing the number and activity of parish and school volunteers and volunteer co-ordinators in line with the regional team plan 

• Contribute to development of volunteering opportunities especially the growth of volunteer leaders 

• Match the offers, skills, experiences and expectations of volunteers with opportunities and needs in relation to CAFOD’s plans for parishioners and children & young people 

• Ensure each volunteer is appropriately inducted, briefed, trained and resourced

• Increase and ensure volunteer retention through induction, support, affirmation and effective management of the volunteer throughout their involvement with CAFOD 

• Organize and promote volunteer meetings and training opportunities to be delivered either by national programme teams or self or members of her/his regional team 

• Ensure volunteer records are accurate and up to date on the database. 

Managing relationships 

• Build and maintain key relationships including with priests, school staff, academy trusts and others within a diocese as determined in the regional plan. Be point of contact with local Bishop.

• Build and maintain effective working relationships with diocesan communications officers and press and be a point of contact for local broadcast and print media, to increase opportunities for Catholics to hear about CAFOD’s work, working with and through media volunteers where possible. 

All staff are expected: 

• To attend and contribute to regular Team, Group and CAFOD-wide meetings and briefings 

• To participate in training and other activities as requested by the line manager 

• To work as a supportive member of the team, providing cover for and training of other team members and volunteers as required 

• To be accountable for the achievement of objectives set by the line manager 

Safeguarding for Children and Vulnerable Adults  

CAFOD recognises the personal dignity and rights of children and vulnerable adults, towards whom it has a special responsibility and a duty of care and respect. CAFOD, and all its staff and volunteers, undertake to do all in our power to create a safe environment for children, young people and vulnerable adults and to prevent their physical, sexual or emotional abuse. CAFOD is committed to acting at all times in the best interests of children and vulnerable adults, seeing these interests as paramount. Any candidate offered

Person Specification/ Essential Criteria 

Understanding our context  

A Understanding Catholic identity: sympathetic knowledge of the life, culture and structure of the Catholic Church in England and Wales and an ability to work effectively within it and especially an understanding of parish community life 

B Understanding CAFOD: I understand, demonstrate and actively support CAFOD’s vision, mission and values and what we aim to achieve. 

C Understanding international development: I have an understanding of the nature and causes of world poverty and how it affects different individuals, groups and communities 

Working together  

D Managing ourselves:  Strong interpersonal skills including an ability to develop personal relationships quickly and to inspire and convince others.  Ability to be self-motivated and able to work in isolation at times.

E Working with others: builds positive and fruitful partnerships particularly with volunteers; works effectively as part of a regional team to ensure sharing of good practice and shared workload; being willing and able to help other team members and be helped to achieve delivery of a regional team plan

F Communicating: can communicate strongly CAFOD’s vision for community participation and volunteer partnership; share knowledge and information across CAFOD 

G Looking outwards: Collaborates with partners, supporters and donors to achieve the best balance between their objectives and CAFOD’s Mission

Making change happen  

H Managing resources: confident with analysing and using data for planning, monitoring and reporting:  Proven planning, time-management and organisational skills 

I Achieving results: Ability and willingness to focus on achieving results, especially for the delivery of shared regional plans for community participation and income growth 

J Managing our performance:Ability and willingness to work to targets and achieve results

 K Taking the lead: Motivates others to get things done 

Job-specific competencies 

1. A demonstrable commitment to volunteering and understanding of its potential as a force for change
2. Experience of managing multiple relationships eg with clergy, stakeholders and a wide variety of volunteers. 
3. Experience of managing volunteers including recruitment, retention, deployment and celebration.

Please click here for a full list of CAFOD’s Staff Benefits 

Come and join us and help make a real difference in the lives of the world’s poorest communities. 

Safeguarding for Children and Vulnerable Adults

CAFOD recognises the personal dignity and rights of children and vulnerable adults, towards whom it has a special responsibility and a duty of care and respect.  CAFOD, and all its staff and volunteers, undertake to do all in our power to create a safe environment for children, young people and vulnerable adults and to prevent their physical, sexual or emotional abuse.  CAFOD is committed to acting at all times in the best interests of children and vulnerable adults, seeing these interests as paramount.  Any candidate offered a job with CAFOD will be expected to adhere to CAFOD’s Safeguarding policy and sign CAFOD’s Code of Behavior as an appendix to their contract of employment and agree to conduct themselves in accordance with the provisions of these documents.

All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references, and appropriate screening checks can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks. CAFOD also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job 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 submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of, and consent to, these recruitment procedures.

CAFOD is an equal opportunities employer. Recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. 

Reporting to, and working closely with, the Head of Fundraising and Engagement, the Senior Philanthropy and Partnerships Lead will shape and implement innovative strategies, driving growth in philanthropic giving, secure corporate partnerships and obtain critical funding. With a focus on cultivating mutually beneficial, long-term relationships, you’ll craft compelling proposals, develop tailored stewardship plans, and create sponsorship opportunities that inspire ongoing support.

You’ll lead the way in securing multi-year corporate partnerships and nurturing donor relationships to meet ambitious income targets. As a key player in the senior fundraising team, you’ll contribute to strategic planning, represent the charity at events, and champion new approaches to fundraising.

With our newly formed Development Board, the Senior Philanthropy and Partnerships Lead will identify and utilise key networks to grow our philanthropic supporter base across corporate and major donor income streams. With strong writing skills, this person will also craft tailored and compelling corporate proposals and trust and foundation applications.

Who are we looking for?

To support our vision and ensure the achievement of ambitious income targets to support children and families affected by neuroblastoma, we are looking for a strategic and results-driven high-value fundraiser to join our team.

We are particularly keen to speak with interested candidates who enjoy cultivating high-value relationships from scratch and stewarding five- and six-figure corporate partnerships, and/or major donor relationships.

Person specification:

• Strategic thinker with significant experience of developing strategic plans to grow and optimise high-value fundraising.
• Expert knowledge of philanthropy fundraising methodology and current philanthropic trends.
• Experience writing successful five/six-figure high-value proposals to corporates and trusts and foundations.
• Good planning and organisation skills with the ability to manage multiple activities with conflicting demands and meet deadlines.
• Proven ability to motivate and influence others.
• Demonstrable success in stewarding supporters/donors, corporate partners, and trusts and foundations.

See our Recruitment Pack for the full role description and specification and for information about Solving Kids' Cancer UK. 

Location: Home-based within England with regular travel to London and elsewhere in the UK as required
First stage interviews: Tuesday 22nd April 2025
Second stage interviews: Tuesday 29th April 2025

As a safeguarding charity whose work and practice are underpinned by safeguarding principles to protect children and young people and enhance their welfare, we always work in accordance with legislation, statutory guidance, and best safeguarding practices. All our roles require a basic criminal record check.

Senior Partnerships & Philanthropy Manager

We are seeking a tenacious and results driven Senior Partnerships & Philanthropy Manager to support the development and delivery a brand new strategy for high-value giving.

Position: Senior Partnerships & Philanthropy Manager

Location: Hybrid with occasional travel to Warwick, London, Birmingham 

Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 per annum

Hours: Full Time 35 hours per week

Contract: Permanent

Closing Date: Monday 21st April

Interview: W/C 28th April

The Role

As Senior Partnerships & Philanthropy Manager you will role model first class relationship management, hold a portfolio of high profile relationships across partnerships and philanthropy.

You will work closely with the Assistant Director of Fundraising (Philanthropy & Partnerships) to drive high-value fundraising strategies, manage strategic partnerships, and lead a motivated team. You will oversee income generation, ensure best-in-class partnership management, and play a vital role in operational planning and stakeholder engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and manage the Partnerships & Philanthropy team to achieve ambitious income targets.

• Develop and implement high-value fundraising strategies to support both restricted and unrestricted income.

• Manage a portfolio of key relationships and strategic partnerships, ensuring exceptional stewardship.

• Oversee pipeline management, prospect research, and strategic fundraising priorities.

• Work closely with finance to manage VAT, Gift Aid, and GDPR compliance.

• Create compelling fundraising materials, reports, and engagement strategies.

• Collaborate with senior leadership and external stakeholders to advance strategic partnerships.

• Ensure all fundraising activities align with best practices, regulations, and data protection policies.

• Represent the organisation at key meetings and sector events, bringing insights to enhance fundraising efforts.

About You

As Senior Partnerships & Philanthropy Manager you will be a passionate and results-driven fundraising professional with a proven track record in securing and managing high-value partnerships. With deep knowledge of philanthropy and corporate giving, you excel at building strong relationships and delivering impactful fundraising strategies.

Essential skills and experience include: 

• Experienced fundraiser with expertise in partnerships and philanthropic giving.

• Proven success in securing and managing six-figure partnerships.

• Strong relationship manager with experience working with senior staff, volunteers, and stakeholders.

• Knowledgeable in philanthropy with insight into donor motivations, giving mechanisms, and trends, particularly in the health charity sector.

• Skilled project manager able to balance multiple priorities and collaborate across teams.

• Effective leader with line management experience, capable of motivating and supporting a busy team.

• Financially proficient with experience in budgeting, Excel, and CRM/database management.

• Excellent communicator with strong written and verbal skills.

• Highly organised and detail-oriented, committed to delivering results.

Benefits Include:

• 10% Employers Pension Contribution

• 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays as a minimum

• Flexible Working

• 2 hours per week Wellbeing time out for full time staff

• Apprenticeships, training and development opportunities

• Health Cash Plan

• Company Rewards

• Plus many more great staff benefits!

Please upload your CV and a covering letter outlining your interest in the role, how you meet the criteria of the role. The covering letter should be no more than 2 sides of A4.

Equality and Diversity

The charity is committed to inclusivity and representing the diversity of the communities, it serves. We welcome and encourage applications from all backgrounds and all sections of the community. Applicants will be treated fairly throughout the recruitment process, and the team will ensure there is no unfair discrimination on the basis of race, ethnic origin, disability, gender, religion or belief, age, sexual orientation or any other relevant characteristic.

Other roles you may have experience of could include Head of Partnerships & Philanthropy, Senior Fundraising Manager, Strategic Partnerships & Philanthropy Lead, Corporate & Philanthropy Fundraising Manager, Senior Manager – Partnerships & Major Giving, Head of Corporate & Philanthropy Fundraising, Senior Relationship Manager, Major Gifts & Partnerships Manager, Senior Development Manager, Director of Partnerships & Philanthropy. #INDNFP

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

Salary:  £46,993.07 (plus London Weighting of £5,023.71 if applicable)

Location: London Old Street (with flexible hybrid working options)

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full time 37.5 per week – we are also open to flexible/part time applicants

Closing date: Friday the 11th of April at 10am

Please note that interviews will be taking place on Wednesday the 16th of April, you must be available to interview on this date if you wish to apply for the role

Do you have a proven track record in strategically leading high/mid-value giving circles or membership programmes? Are you passionate about taking philanthropy fundraising to new heights?

If so, join Shelter as a Senior High Value Programme Manager where you'll have the opportunity to lead our recently established High Value Programme to grow predictable and sustainable income to fuel Shelter’s Fight for Home.

About the role

Shelter’s Philanthropy team has seen significant growth in recent years, and we have recently introduced a dedicated High Value Programme to capitalise on growth at the £3k-£20k level. We are looking for an experienced senior fundraiser to apply their knowledge and specialised skill set in this area to lead on further development of the programme and significantly expand the pipeline of sustainable income to support Shelter’s Fight for Home.

Along the way, you’ll be supported by an experienced, energetic fundraising team and colleagues in front line services, campaigns and finance and meet with service delivery and advocacy colleagues to learn more about Shelter’s work, so that you’re truly immersed and able to inspire donors to give.

About you

To succeed, you’ll have demonstrated experience leading high-/mid-value giving programmes and/or membership programmes, and also in complex project management and developing compelling propositions and appeals for philanthropists.

You will be a natural ‘go getter’ and ambitious, determined and happy to go the extra mile to provide first-class stewardship and win new support. You will be comfortable working independently and proactively in a fast-paced environment with high expectations of work quality and output, and adept at managing your workload and making informed decisions regarding your supporters and projects.

Apply to be part of our team and be the change you want to see in society.

Benefits 

We offer a wide range of benefits, including 30 days of annual leave, enhanced family friendly policies, pension and interest free travel loans. Our employees also have access to a tenancy deposit loan, payroll giving, cycle to work scheme and an employee assistance programme.

Shelter helps millions of people every year struggling with bad housing or homelessness through our advice, support and legal services. And we campaign to make sure that, one day, no one will have to turn to us for help. We’re here so no one has to fight bad housing or homelessness on their own.

We are happy to talk about flexible working, personal growth, and to promote a workplace where you can be yourself and achieve success based only on your merit.

About the team

The High Value Partnerships department is crucial to achieving Shelter’s charitable mission, raising over £30 million a year through relationship-based fundraising with high-net-worth individuals, legacy pledgers, trusts and major businesses. Support from individual philanthropists is vital to our work, the team works directly with high-net-worth individuals to raise new and uplifted major donor income to help power Shelter’s work.

We also provide tailored supporter journeys for all our major donor supporters, to connect them to the cause and recognise their impact and value, we have ambitious plans to significantly grow income to over £4 million a year. The team is looking for a proactive senior level philanthropy manager to apply their acquired skill and knowledge in this field and play a pivotal role in our success.

How to apply

Please click ‘Apply for Job’ below. You are required to submit a CV and a supporting statement. The supporting statement should include responses to the ‘About You’ points in the job description of no more than 350 words each. Please provide specific examples following the STAR format and ensure you demonstrate how you address the behaviours below throughout your responses:

• We work together to achieve our shared purpose
• We prioritise diversity and have an inclusive and open mindset

Any applications submitted without a supporting statement will not be considered.

About Shelter

Home is a human right. It’s our foundation and where we thrive. Yet everyday millions of people are being devastated by the housing emergency.

We exist to defend the right to a safe home. Because home is everything.

We need ambitious, passionate people to join us. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve.

Our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. To win this fight, we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement. In all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, equitable and transparent. We are committed to combating racism both within and outside Shelter. We welcome you on our journey to becoming truly anti-racist.

Safeguarding statement

Safeguarding is everyone's business. Shelter is committed to protecting the health, wellbeing and human rights of those we support, and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. All our staff will be expected to observe professional standards of behaviour and conduct their work in line with our Safeguarding Policies.

Shelter does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.

Role Title: Administration Officer

Contract Type: Regular

Reporting To: Director, Democratic Openings in Latin America 

Program/Department/Unit Name: Office of MD 3

Locations: Rio de Janeiro or Mexico City

Team Name: Democratic Openings in Latin America and the Caribbean

 Opportunity Description 

The Democratic Openings in Latin America Opportunity seeks to improve socioeconomic wellbeing, strengthen social infrastructure, and help revitalize democratic institutions in Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Guatemala, and Mexico. Over the mid- to long-term, the opportunity will support new democratic possibilities through coalitions that broaden support for democracy, community work at the local level where marginalized populations experience democracy most directly, and democratic culture bolstered by new narratives and communications strategies.

Role Purpose

The Administration Officer will support the Democratic Openings in Latin America Opportunity Director. The role carries out advanced executive assistant responsibilities, such as budget tracking and reporting, logistics support, events management, schedule management, preparing briefing materials, presentations, contracts administration, credit card reporting, and travel arrangements.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a wide range of administrative and executive support tasks, including budget tracking, events management and logistics support

• Support the Democratic Openings in Latin America Director with administrative functions, including coordinating schedules, planning complex stakeholder meetings/events, and researching/arranging logistics

• Support the Democratic Openings in Latin America team in developing and implementing budget tracking and other policy and processes that advance the work of the opportunity

• Serve as a critical communications and coordination liaison between the Democratic Openings in Latin America Director and the OSF Network as a whole, including Finance and other operational departments, exercising considerable discretion and working under limited supervision

• Generate and prepare a variety of materials in advance of routine and special engagements, preparing briefing materials, meeting agendas and logistics notes, presentations, and reports as needed

• Take notes in meetings and supports project management as required

The ideal candidate

• Multiple years of prior experience in providing executive support services and event planning supporting senior leaders

• Proven experience in collaborating, engaging and supporting multi-country stakeholders

• Excellent writing and communication skills with the ability to express ideas, request actions, and/or formulate plans or policiesAbility to effectively plan, organize, and prioritize activities to efficiently meet objectives (within a complex and multi-geography environment)

• Ability to manage, analyze data and draw insights for managers

• Proficiency in office software and technology (e.g., MS Office Suite)

• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills

• Professional discretion and judgement in dealing with confidential information

• Excellent written and spoken English

• Fluency in Spanish or Portuguese; proficiency in Spanish and Portuguese would be an asset

Key internal relationships

VP Programs, Senior/Managing Directors, Executive Assistants, Department Directors, Global Operations, Grants Management

Key external relationships

External organisations and vendors relevant for event management and logistics

What we offer

• Exceptional opportunities to learn, grow, and make an impact; from a generous annual professional development allowance for every employee to onsite training and learning conversations with visiting experts.

• Excellent benefits and perks to promote well-being and a healthy work-life balance, including:

  • Generous time off, as well as our standard Open Society close at year-end (where vacation days are not required) and flexible work arrangements.

  • Employer-paid health insurance and dental plans for individuals and families (no employee contribution required).

  • Exceptional retirement savings plan (non-contributory for employees) and life insurance.

  • Progressive paid parental leave, reproductive and family planning support, and much more.

  • Free, healthy, world-cuisine-style lunches or tokens (where our office does not have the scale for café facilities).

  A commitment to nurturing a diverse and inclusive workplace, so you can bring your whole self to work and make a positive impact.

  Who we are

  Open Society Foundations aim to establish vibrant and inclusive democracies where governments are accountable to their citizens. Our operating model organizes grantmaking around specific, time-limited projects, developed alongside support for established partners, enabling us to respond swiftly to emerging needs. We are committed to promoting human dignity, equality, and rights; reimagining democratic ideals and practice; and advancing equity in governance systems.

  Guided by our founder’s values and the belief in the art of the possible, we engage directly with global entities, individuals, and policymakers through grants, advocacy, impact investing, and strategic human rights litigation to drive positive change. At the heart of our mission is a deep commitment to rights, equity, and justice, inspiring every action we take.

  Additional information

  Open Society Foundations is committed to building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We actively seek applications from talented individuals across all backgrounds, identities, and life experiences. Each candidate is evaluated solely on their unique qualifications without regard to race, age, sex, religion, ethnic origin, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, or any other legally protected characteristics.
  
  We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities.

TLG is seeking a Head of Operations to join our team as we establish a new organisational and leadership structure. This role aims to achieve a step change in effectiveness by implementing strategic initiatives that enhance efficiency, productivity, and innovation, in partnership with the Executive Director.

The Head of Operations will lead a team of specialists and operational leaders focused on executive support, strategy, innovation, and digital operations & transformation. They will work closely with the Executive team to operationalize vision and strategy, champion compliance, and ensure effective governance and seamless organizational cycles.

We seek a leader who can engage with the big picture while valuing the details, balancing process-driven approaches with creativity. The ideal candidate will have a track record of building relationships at all levels to make an impact.

TLG is a Christian charity and, as a team, we want to bring our faith to the work we do; as such, we are recruiting an individual with a strong and vibrant Christian faith. We would welcome applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds to enable us to better reflect the needs of the communities we serve.

Hours: Part-time 22.5 – 26.25 hours (0.6 - 0.7 FTE) with potential to increase hours as the role progresses

Closing Date: Tuesday 15th April

Initial Interviews: Wednesday 23rd April – Online

Final Interviews: Wednesday 7th May – at our National Support Office in West Yorkshire

Salary: 

£ 13.72 per hour

£ 25,862.5 full time equivalent

Hours:

36.25

Location:

Cheshire based (WFH) + travel across Cheshire/Castle Community Centre

Accountable to:

HR Manager

Role summary

Age UK Cheshire works with older people to support them in living their best life…

· relieving loneliness, so that older people feel connected,

· combatting poverty, so that older people have enough to live on, and

· increasing independence, so that older people can live the lives they want to lead.

The Volunteer Coordinator’s primary focus will be to grow our volunteer programme and act as the first point of contact for all stakeholders for volunteering enquiries. You will be adept and motivated about working with and onboarding volunteers and at building relationships with other organisations, community groups, and networks to enhance the volunteer programme’s reach and impact.

This role will work collaboratively with colleagues in ensuring volunteers feel valued, supported and equipped to contribute meaningfully at every stage of their engagement with us. The role requires successful coordination of volunteer onboarding, training, databases, and supporting the leadership team by providing accurate and timely reports.

The post holder will be responsible for taking ownership of our volunteer programme, build on our existing strategies, ensure helpful resources, plan engaging training sessions and bring a people-focussed mindset to everything you do.

The role will also include administrative support to client facing services teams and finance (2 days a week, 1 day based at Castle Community Centre, Northwich). This includes managing receipt of postal donations, issuing thank you letters, issue of key information documents to service users, managing finance audit trail.

JOB DESCRIPTION

First point of contact

1. Serve as the first point of contact for volunteering enquiries across the organisation and build strong relationships with volunteers and other stakeholders.

2. Proactive ownership of recruitment, onboarding, training and support of volunteers.

3. Matching volunteers to opportunities that suit their skills.

4. Be the identified lead for the organisations volunteer programme, developing strong links with partner organisations, and keeping up to date on national volunteering best practice and legislation.

Service Delivery

5. Leading, planning and delivering recruitment drives alongside line managers across multiple platforms, including attendance at identified community events across Cheshire.

6. To build strong relationships and use a variety of communication methods to engage and retain volunteers, including updates to our Volunteer Central SharePoint site so that volunteers feel well supported, included and informed.

7. Ensuring best practice in volunteer management by upskilling and supporting line managers in volunteering priorities.

8. To strengthen the volunteer recognition process across the organisation.

9. Carry out pre-volunteering checks, including references and Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks where appropriate

10. Ensure there is appropriate support and training for volunteers through regular informal contact and more structured reviews.

11. Site visits across locations to support volunteers

Services support

12. Review volunteering processes and procedures and implement systems, providing appropriate support to other coordinators to ensure a consistent approach to volunteering across the organisation.

13. Updating and maintaining volunteer support and inclusion systems to ensure accuracy, accessibility, and regular updates.

Performance

14. Maintain accurate records of enquiries, referrals, and outcomes, ensuring data is comprehensive and can be used for monitoring, evaluation, and future service development.

15. To collaborate with line managers on developing our volunteer database to ensure all key information is recorded to provide accurate and timely reports.

16. Identify emerging issues and trends based on enquiries and report these to senior staff for further action or policy development.

17. To monitor and evaluate activities including volunteer surveys, conversion and leaver data and contribute to reports for evaluation and monitoring as required.

Administrative Duties

18. Support front line services, printing and posting information packs to clients and potential clients

19. Organise and scan donations and other client communications received in the post and to admin' email. 

20. Issue thank you letters to donors and respond to general enquires received by email to central email addresses.

21. Support the Governance Support Manager and Exec Assistant in ensuring head office based compliance for Fire and H&S. 

General responsibilities

22. Collaborate with colleagues across the organisation to ensure enquiries are handled efficiently, and volunteers are directed to the appropriate services.

23. Adhere to Age UK Cheshire’s policies on confidentiality, data protection, and safeguarding.

24. Undertake any other relevant duties as required by the Chief Financial Officer or senior staff.

General

25. Uphold the organisation’s core values and act as an ambassador for Age UK Cheshire, demonstrating respect, empathy, and professionalism in all interactions.

26. Take personal responsibility for health, safety, and wellbeing, ensuring compliance with organisational policies and health and safety regulations.

27. Promote diversity and inclusion, fostering an environment where individual differences are valued and equality of opportunity is upheld.

28. Foster collaboration, communicate openly with colleagues, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance service delivery and organisational effectiveness.

29. Take responsibility for personal development, adhere to organisational policies and legal requirements, ensure safeguarding, confidentiality, and data protection standards are met, and undertake any other duties as required to support the organisation’s goals.

PERSON SPECIFICATION 

Essential

 a. Experience in project management and successfully recruiting, engaging, and supporting volunteers.

 b. Ability to motivate, inspire and retain volunteers.

 c. Strong organisational skills and leadership skills.

 d. Excellent verbal, written and ITC communication skills, including telephone and email communication.

 e. Good understanding of issues facing older people, carers, and disadvantaged groups.

 f. Ability to work independently and prioritise tasks in a fast-paced environment.

 g. IT skills, including experience with databases and Microsoft Office applications.

 h. Knowledge of data protection, confidentiality, and safeguarding policies.

 i. Ability to work effectively as part of a team and with external partners.

Desirable

 a. Experience of using a CRM or case management system (e.g. Charity Log).

 b. Knowledge of the voluntary sector and inter-agency working.

GENERAL:

 a. Have use of a car, full driving licence, and ability to travel across Cheshire in the course of the role.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

HOURS:

The contracted hours for this role are 36.25 hours per week, typically worked Monday to Friday. However, both the specific working days and the daily hours within this timeframe can be discussed and agreed upon, based on operational needs

Out-of-office hours activities may be an aspect of this role.

CONTRACT:

All new staff are subject to a six-month probationary period. 4 weeks’ notice is required to terminate employment by either side i.e. the employee or Age UK Cheshire. During the probationary period, one week’s notice is required by either side.

HOLIDAY ENTITLEMENT:

From the 1st January to 31st December the basic annual entitlement for full time employees is 25 days, plus an entitlement to Public Bank Holidays and a discretionary entitlement to 1 extra day awarded by the Trustees. Part time staff will have their entitlement pro-rated according to the number of hours they are contracted to work.

CRIMINAL DISCLOSURE:

The post holder will be subject to police checking by the Disclosure and Barring Service (was CRB) Enhanced Disclosure.

PENSION:

Age UK Cheshire has an automatic enrolment workplace pension scheme pension scheme in place for eligible employees.

HEALTH CARE:

Age UK Cheshire offers a Health Care Cash Plan and staff are entitled to receive healthcare benefits.

Age UK Cheshire is a Mindful Employer and positive actions will be taken to ensure that people will not be excluded from working for the organisation because of their age, race, ethnicity, faith, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, physical or mental health.

 Charity No 1091608.

SIGNPOSTING AND FOODBANK SESSION COORDINATOR

Lambeth & Croydon Foodbank (part of Oasis Hub Waterloo)

FULL-TIME or PART-TIME: 32-40 HOURS PER WEEK

FIXED-TERM CONTRACT: 12 months, although will be extended if funding continues

SALARY: £33,422 for 1FTE

We have an exciting opportunity for a Signposting and Collection Session Coordinator as part of our Foodbank team. This new role will provide dedicated 1-2-1 support to people accessing the Foodbank, delivering Foodbank collection sessions and developing our remote and in-person signposting and support for those accessing the Foodbank. This is a fast-faced, person-centered role, having a direct impact on the lives of local people experiencing hardship

Key responsibilities of this role will be:

• Providing operational support to Foodbank collection centres in host venues across Lambeth and Croydon
• Providing and developing wraparound support to those accessing the Foodbank
• Delivering and developing in-person and remote signposting
• Working with volunteers, partner organisations and host venues to provide effective and efficient support through collection sessions and beyond

The successful post holder must have:

• Proven experience of working or volunteering within a not-for-profit organisation/other food bank
• Experience working with people with multiple and complex needs
• Excellent communication skills

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing national organisation, making a real difference to communities on a local level. As part of the package, Oasis offers:

· A pension scheme, currently offering 7% employer contribution

· A generous holiday allowance

· Working as part of a friendly, community-minded team of professionals

If you are interested in being part of this fantastic project and want to know more or for an application pack, please visit the Oasis Charity Jobs Website.We actively encourage applications from people of all ethnic backgrounds and minority and underrepresented groups.

Email your CV including a Supporting Statement . Your Supporting Statement should be no more than two A4 pages and must address the following questions:

1. In what ways does your professional background and personal experience qualify you for this role? Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification and give examples.

2. This role is mainly direct delivery of support to local people, who often have complex needs. Please share examples of your experience working with a diverse range of backgrounds in a support role.

Completed applications should be returned by 9am Monday 28th April 2025

Interviews will take place in-person on Tuesday 6 May 3rd March,

 The successful candidate will need to be provide proof of the right to work in the UK.  We actively encourage applications from people of all ethnic backgrounds and minority and underrepresented groups. 

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

Oasis supports Equal Opportunities.  Registered Charity No. 1163889

About Us 

At The Lullaby Trust our vision is clear: a world where no baby dies suddenly or unexpectedly, and every grieving family gets the support they need. We exist to keep babies safe and support bereaved families. 

We give families a safer start to life and create a supportive space for anyone whose baby or infant has died suddenly or unexpectedly. We empower families and health professionals with trusted advice on keeping babies safe, backed by research, and provide grieving families with bereavement support, side-by-side.

Since 1991 we have reduced the rate of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome by 82% and saved the lives of over 32,000 babies. But our work is not over, as three babies still die suddenly and unexpectedly a week. 

About the role

Data underpins everything we do. We’re looking for a Senior Database Officer with exceptional data management and analytical skills to ensure our data is structured, maintained, and utilised effectively across the organisation.

In this key role, you’ll work closely with teams across fundraising and communications, using your expertise in data analysis, segmentation, and reporting to drive strategic decision-making. Your insights will help optimise engagement, retention, and stewardship across our supporter base.

To succeed in this role, you’ll need a deep understanding of CRM systems, data integrity, and reporting tools, along with a keen analytical mindset to translate data into meaningful actions. Your work will directly contribute to our mission to keep babies safe and grieving families supported.

If you’re an analytical thinker with a passion for using data to make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you!

The main functions of your role will be:

1. To be responsible for the management and enhancement of our Raiser’s Edge (RE) database including new and  complex data requests and selections, and integrations with external platforms

2. To provide training in Raiser’s Edge to the organisation

3. To be The Lullaby Trust’s Data Protection Officer

This role can be offered as a hybrid role (with approximately one day per week in our London office) or fully remote, with occasional visits to the office for meetings or staff days as necessary; the two salary ranges above reflect this. The 21 hours could be worked across 3-5 days per week.

It is a key time to be joining The Lullaby Trust as we have just launched our new brand positioning, new website and creative direction, to help us reach more families and supporters than ever. We are a friendly, flexible employer and want to create a diverse and inclusive work environment for everyone. 

If this excites you, we would love to hear from you. For more information on the role and how to apply, please have a look at our job pack and apply through Charity Job. 

For every baby. For every family. Forever. Together, we can keep babies safe.

Please do not use AI software to generate your application answers; it is usually obvious when this has been done as the answers generated tend to then be exactly the same as other candidates. We'd love to see what you can uniquely bring to the role.

Looking for the next step in your fundraising career? Join our friendly team and help make things better for patients and their families at University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire.

UHCW Charity funds projects outside of the NHS budget, from tiny gel pillows to support premature babies' heads, to world-leading research into lung cancer. If you're ready to make a difference, UHCW Charity needs your expertise to join our expanding team.

Based in Coventry, you will coordinate and develop our community and events fundraising activity. This will include working with community groups, individuals, schools and more, as well as event management and working with teams across the Trust.

This is your chance to make a difference, whilst being fully supported as you develop your career with us.

Position: Community and Events Fundraiser

Responsible to: Fundraising Manager

Location: UHCW Charity, Main Reception, Coventry, CV2 2DX

Hours: 37.5 hours per week (full-time)

Salary: £27,000 - 34,000 (depending on experience)

Annual leave and pension:

• 35 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Company pension scheme with matched contributions of up to 7%

Closing date: 17:00 on Thursday 1st May 2025

Interviews: Date TBC

Strategic thinker. Problem solver. Organised doer. If this sounds like you, keep reading!

We’re looking for a Fundraising Planning Manager to work at the heart of our senior fundraising and marketing team, driving key projects, strategic plans, and reporting that help us maximise our impact.

This is a fast-paced, highly visible role—perfect for someone who loves managing complex projects, aligning stakeholders, and turning strategy into action. You’ll be responsible for:

• Keeping our senior team on track with management reporting, leadership meetings, and internal comms
• Simplifying complex projects and making sure they run smoothly
• Bringing structure to competing priorities in a busy, high-impact department
• Gaining unique insight into every area of our fundraising and marketing team

If you’re highly organised, thrive on collaboration, and love seeing plans come to life, we want to hear from you!