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Everyone deserves a decent place to live. Join Habitat for Humanity Great Britain as our new Finance Manager and support people to find a safe, affordable home.
Are you an experienced and effective finance professional looking to make a difference in the charity sector? Habitat for Humanity is seeking a Finance Manager to take day-to-day responsibility for our financial systems and procedures, and so promote the long-term sustainability of our organisation.
Reporting to the Director of Finance and working closely with the Senior Leadership Team and colleagues across the organisation, you will be a key person ensuring that our financial data is complete and accurate, overseeing reporting to our programme funders and our international network, and ensuring best practice in all aspects of financial management. You’ll supervise the Database and Income Processing Officer and the Finance Assistant (position currently vacant).
Job Title: Finance Manager
Department: Finance, Operations & Compliance
Reports to: Finance Director
Budget responsibility: Yes
Line management: 2 direct reports
Location: Home-based with regular travel to internal meetings and team events, and occasional travel to our registered office in Slough
About Habitat for Humanity Great Britain
Habitat for Humanity Great Britain (Habitat GB) is part of the global Habitat for Humanity network fighting global poverty and homelessness. We believe that a decent home helps to permanently break the cycle of poverty and allows families to achieve strength, stability, and self-reliance.
Habitat GB has recently completed a strategic review, resulting in a new National Strategy and an organisational restructure, to ensure the charity is able to deliver the Strategy with impact, efficiently and effectively. This has included the integration of a subsidiary entity (GB Homes) into Habitat GB. As a result, the Finance, Operations & Compliance team has been expanded to ensure the right capacity and capability for these crucial functions.
Habitat’s turnover for the financial year ended 30 June 2023 was £3.0m with net assets of £2.5m: for the year ended 30 June 2024, it was £3.5m with assets of £2.1m.
Job Purpose
As our Finance Manager, reporting to the Director of Finance and working closely with the Senior Leadership Team and colleagues across the organisation, you will be a key person ensuring that our financial data is complete and accurate, overseeing reporting to our programme funders and our international network, and ensuring best practice in all aspects of financial management. You’ll supervise the Database and Income Processing Officer and the Finance Assistant (position currently vacant).
Key responsibilities
Ensure the integrity of financial data and controls, including budgeting, forecasting, Treasury and cash flow management
· Prepare data ready for monthly accounts, reports, and financial statements. This will include the normal monthly journals, reconciliations, and checks
· Support financial planning, risk management, and decision-making
· Liaise as necessary with colleagues in Habitat for Humanity’s international network for reporting and efficient transmission of funds to overseas affiliates
· Manage payroll, tax returns, and financial reporting for funders
· Provide leadership to finance team members and develop financial policies
Accountabilities and Responsibilities
Purchasing / Expenditure
· Administering commitment and invoice approvals in line with our Delegation of Authority
· Coordinating and verifying expense coding by non-finance staff
· Administering transfers to international partners according to policy
· Other ad hoc payments, including foreign currency transactions
· Reconciling supplier accounts each month
· Ensuring VAT records are accurate and returns made on time
· Maintaining auditable financial records
Income / Donations
· Manage income processing team
· Working with fund-raising teams to ensure all income is appropriately coded and documented
· Importing grants and donations from the CRM system (Raiser’s Edge) to the accounting system and reconciling to bank
· Regular reconciliations between the accounting and CRM systems
· Coding, processing and reconciling other income
· Assisting with Gift Aid claims
Bank
· Administering weekly payment runs and coordinating on-time authorisations
· Processing international transfers
· Currency and treasury management
· Bank account reconciliations
General queries
· Dealing politely and efficiently with questions from inside and outside the organisation
· Dealing assertively and effectively with cases of any deviations from policies and procedures
Record keeping
· Complete and accurate record keeping bearing in mind detailed level of audit compliance
· Logical filing of evidence of transactions, primarily electronic.
Month- and Quarter-End processes
· Preparing nominal journals, such as accruals/prepayments, payroll allocations, depreciation
· Monthly reconciliations of balance sheet accounts.
Other duties
· Checking Employee Expenses Claims (processed by the Office Manager) and final processing
· Assisting Director of Finance and other relevant staff with finance-related questions
· Assisting with the annual audit and preparation of financial statements
· Additional finance admin duties as required
· Run donor budget reports for the Europe region office and internal stakeholders
What we’re looking for
· A qualified or part-qualified finance professional with at least 3 years’ experience in charity finance, including fund accounting
· Skills in financial control, compliance, management, and reporting
· Knowledge of accounting software (Sage50 and Sun ideally) and downstream spreadsheet and similar tools; a willingness to learn new ways of handling data
· Good summarising and communication skills with the ability to influence colleagues and senior leaders
· A pragmatic, efficient character with a dedication to accuracy and reliability
· A questioning mindset, finding opportunities to improve every day
The role and responsibilities will be carried out in a way that reflects
· Habitat GB’s commitment to safeguarding children in accordance with the Safeguarding Policy
· A commitment to Habitat GB’s vision, mission, values, and approach
· A commitment to effective management of risk, by operating within the Charity’s code of conduct, policies, procedures and controls and by carrying out the risk management and assurance responsibilities of the role as set out in relevant Policy and Procedures
We offer a flexible and supportive working environment with options for hybrid working and training and other arrangements to help you thrive in your role.
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If this sounds like it could be a good match for you, please take a look at the Candidate Pack.
Please note: this role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK.
Start your Habitat journey here…
Applications comprising a CV and cover letter explaining how your skills and experience match the job requirements should be sent by email (referencing the job title in the subject line) to: (See candidate pack for email)
Tell us about the skills and experience you would bring to the role and your motivation for applying.
The deadline for applications is 11th May 2025 (at 11:59 pm).
Habitat for Humanity requires all employees to take seriously their ethical responsibilities to safeguard our intended beneficiaries, their communities, and all those with whom we work. Managers at all levels have responsibilities to support and develop systems that create and maintain an environment that prevents harassment, sexual exploitation and abuse, safeguards the rights of beneficiaries and community members (especially children), and promotes the implementation of our code of conduct. The employment of this position will be subject to a satisfactory reference check and a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
At Habitat for Humanity GB, we aim to build, develop and retain a talented workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, skills and experiences. We welcome and actively encourage applications from anyone who feels they’d be a good fit for our organisation, regardless of race, religion, colour, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, neurodiversity or any other protected characteristics.
We’d prefer to hear directly from applicants – we won’t be working with third party recruiters on this role.
Habitat for Humanity Great Britain (Habitat GB) is part of the international Habitat for Humanity network, tackling housing poverty around the world.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Business Analyst – Finance
Reference: APR20255156
Location: Flexible in UK
Contract: Fixed Term for 12 months
Hours: Full-Time, 37.5 hours per week.
Salary: £33,027.00 - £35,259.00 Per Annum
Benefits: Pension Scheme, Life Assurance Scheme, 26 days' Annual Leave
Note: Whilst the role is offered full time we are open to applications from anyone able to work at least 22.5 hours per week.
Nature is in Crisis, and here at the RSPB we are working across the UK and overseas to save it. As the UK's largest nature conservation charity, with a workforce of over 14,000 employees and volunteers, we have an ambitious programme of work to transform our approach and deepen our impact.
We have an exciting opportunity for a talented business analyst to join our Finance team. The successful candidate will support an integrated programme and project management team, who deliver organisational wide people and business change across the RSPB. The work will be fast paced, far reaching and innovative, covering all elements of our operations.
You can be based anywhere in the UK, and we are very supportive of flexible working. We value and understand the importance of different voices, experiences, perspectives and backgrounds within our workforce and strongly encourage applications from all sections of the community.
What's the role about?
As part of the financial planning and reporting team you will support the finance business partners and be responsible for delivering business analysis support and insight (e.g. data analysis, financial analysis, process mapping, etc.) to projects and programmes across the UK that support the RSPB 2030 strategy.
Key activities will include:
Supporting the RSPB Finance and Transformation team in delivering business analysis to support key finance-centric projects and programmes. This includes, but is not limited to:
- Data analysis
- Process mapping and review
- Financial analysis and reporting
Supporting the project and programme managers in developing robust business cases, modelling financial impacts and risks, and reviewing and tracking financial benefits
Communicating and engaging with colleagues and stakeholders at a variety of levels. You will be confident in articulating your business analysis work in a number of ways and will be able to confidently engage Senior Management to drive and manage positive change and maintain their support throughout your business analysis.
What we need from you:
- Educated to degree level and/or have sufficient experience to be able to carry out the duties to a high level.
- Knowledge of financial management and processes (including double-entry accounts).
- Advanced spreadsheet skills.
- Excellent numerical skills.
- Ability to evaluate incomplete and complex financial information, to develop and consider a range of possible options and make a judgement as to the recommended course of action.
- Ability to produce clear written communications
- Proven Time management and organisational skills
- Ability to act as a critical-friend to board level and senior managers balancing challenge and support - Desirable
- Ability to convey appropriate financial messages to various audiences - Desirable
- Proven ability to understand business issues and identify interventions to improve business performance - Desirable
- Proven experience of making recommendations to decision makers through analysis of financial information, modelling scenarios and paying due regard to risk and control issues - Desirable
- Proven experience of planning, co-ordinating, and delivering projects that contribute towards improved profitability / organisational efficiency - Desirable
- Management accounting experience - Desirable
The RSPB reserves the right to extend or make this role permanent without further advertising dependent on business needs at the end of the contract term.
Closing date: 23:59, Fri, 2nd May 2025
We are looking to conduct interviews for this position asap.
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.
We are committed to developing an inclusive and diverse RSPB, in which everyone feels supported, valued, and able to be their full selves. To achieve our vision of creating a world richer in nature, we need more people, and more diverse people, on nature’s side. People of colour and disabled people are currently underrepresented across the environment, climate, sustainability, and conservation sector. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled, we are particularly interested in receiving your application.
The RSPB is an equal opportunities employer. This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
The RSPB is a licenced sponsor. This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract.
As part of this application you will be asked to provide a copy of your CV and complete a short form. If you wish to provide a cover letter with your application, please include this at the end of your CV document upload. Contact us to discuss any additional support you may need to complete your application.
No agencies please.
The RSPB brings people together – people like you – to protect the things that matter to us all.



Everyone deserves a decent place to live – join Habitat for Humanity Great Britain as our new Director of Finance, Operations & Compliance, and support people to find a safe, affordable home.
We’re on the lookout for an experienced finance and operations professional, with the energy and drive to lead a team focused on excellent service delivery, continuous improvement and sustainable growth. This is your chance to take charge of a support services team with a real purpose—helping families build a better future through safe and affordable housing.
Reporting to the CEO, you’ll take the lead on all financial, compliance, operational and people support activities. This role demands a combination of the hands-on approach needed in a medium-sized charity with the strong people management skills to enable all members of your team to deliver high quality services and to thrive in their roles.
You’ll also be working closely with colleagues across the international Habitat network, so good communication and collaboration skills will be key to success in this role.
Job Title: Director of Finance, Operations & Compliance
Department: Finance, Operations & Compliance
Reports to: National Director/CEO
Budget responsibility: Yes
Line management: Team of 6, with 3 direct reports (Head of People, Finance Manager, Finance Business Partner)
Location: Home-based with regular travel to internal meetings and team events, and occasional travel to our registered office in Slough
About Habitat for Humanity Great Britain
Habitat for Humanity Great Britain (Habitat GB) is part of the global Habitat for Humanity network fighting global poverty and homelessness. We believe that a decent home helps to permanently break the cycle of poverty and allows families to achieve strength, stability, and self-reliance.
Habitat GB has recently completed a strategic review, resulting in a new National Strategy and an organisational restructure, to ensure the organisation is able to deliver the Strategy impactfully, efficiently and effectively. This has included the integration of a subsidiary entity (GB Homes) into Habitat GB. As a result, the Finance, Operations & Compliance team has been expanded to ensure the right capacity and capability for these crucial functions.
Habitat’s turnover for the financial year ended 30 June 2023 was £3.0m with net assets of £2.5m: for the year ended 30 June 2024, it was £3.5m with assets of £2.1m.
Job Purpose
The Director of Finance, Operations & Compliance will be a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, working to ensure the impact, sustainability, diligence and productivity of the organisation, with a commitment to organisational transformation within the framework of a values-led approach to people and culture.
Taking a lead on all financial, support and compliance activities, the role demands a combination of the hands-on approach needed in a medium-sized charity with the strong people management skills to enable all members of their team to deliver high quality services and to thrive in their roles.
Key responsibilities include:
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All aspects of financial strategy, planning and control.
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Providing oversight of organisational priorities, productivity, performance, people & HR, risk and due diligence.
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Support to fundraising and programmes.
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Being an active leader across the organisation, collaborating effectively with teams, and contributing fully to organisational wide initiatives and opportunities.
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Co-creating ways of working to enable an adaptive, collaborative and high performing organisational team.
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Leading and managing a team of 6, including 3 direct reports.
Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities:
Financial Strategy, Planning and Control:
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Accountable for organisational financial strategy, working with senior staff and trustees to ensure multi-year planning, target setting and monitoring in line with Habitat GB’s strategic objectives.
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Accountable for all aspects of financial management and control, including budgeting, reforecasting, treasury management, cashflow, management information, performance and statutory reporting.
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Accountable for the development and continuous improvement of reporting frameworks, including leading regular reviews with Senior Leadership team and providing quantitative and qualitative reports for the Board including clear and accessible narrative analysis.
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Provision of financial management and accounting services, management information, and statutory reporting.
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Lead the organisation of quarterly Finance, Audit & Risk Committee meetings, in line with the Committee Terms of Reference and in consultation with the Treasurer, and National Director/CEO.
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Responsible for the preparation and submission of annual statutory accounts in accordance with SORP and legal requirements and coordinating the external audit exercise and seeing the process through to Board approvals and filing with statutory bodies.
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Lead a positive and collaborative relationship with HFHI Finance teams and ensure that Habitat GB meets its regular reporting requirements.
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Lead Habitat GB’s relationship with relevant external partners, including auditors, bankers, insurers, pension providers, HMRC, Charity Commission and Companies House.
GB Homes Subsidiary Entity:
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Working closely with the National Director/CEO on planning for the future wind-up of the entity, providing all financial management, reporting and compliance resources as required in the interim.
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Working with the Director of Programme Delivery, provide financial resource and support to the management of the former GB Homes asset portfolio, developing appropriate reporting mechanisms that provide data which can be included into the combined budgeting and reporting of Habitat GB
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Accountable for integration and ongoing provision of the operational requirements of the GB Homes subsidiary, including insurance, technology, and communications requirements.
Fundraising & Programmes support:
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Work closely with the Directors of Fundraising & Partnerships, and of Impact & Influence to set ambitious and achievable targets across restricted and unrestricted fundraising, track performance, and ensure high quality forecasting, reporting and budget management.
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Be responsible for the development and oversight of policies, protocols and systems required for restricted fund management which align with Habitat for Humanity International and external donor requirements.
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Work collaboratively across Habitat GB to agree service delivery expectations and ensure the timely provision of relevant inputs from the Finance, Operations & Compliance team across partnership and programme cycles. For example, audit or financial reporting requirements from donors, up to date policies, review of proposal documents, grants and contract agreements.
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Work closely with the Directors of Programme Delivery & Retail to ensure Habitat GB has the specialist knowledge and financial skills relevant to our diverse types of programmes, including a new and growing retail operation, as well as construction project delivery.
Risk Management and Compliance:
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Lead on the development and maintenance of the organisational Risk Register, being responsible for the management and mitigation of financial, regulatory and operational risks and coordinating with others on the reporting and review of other risk areas.
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Ensure Habitat GB is fully compliant and up to date with all its data protection and insurance requirements and has access to appropriate legal and other expert resources where necessary.
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Be responsible for technology infrastructure, hardware and the management of outsourced support services.
People Policies and HR Administration:
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Support the Head of People to deliver a high-quality People and HR service to the organisation and our partners, including efficient HR administration, pension and payroll, people management, safeguarding, strategy and leadership.
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Working closely with the National Director and others, have overall responsibility for the provision of up to date, user-friendly and legally compliant policies and procedures which support an efficient and effective organisational culture and environment.
Leadership & Management:
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Lead a high performing and ambitious team, inspired to implement and grow the strategy and with a core focus on positive impact for Habitat GB’s community and strategic partners through the provisional of excellent functional and subject matter expertise.
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Develop, lead and focus the Finance, Operations & Compliance team, its budget, activities and performance, to ensure the delivery against targets.
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Manage, motivate and develop team members. Ensure regular 1-2-1s are held, set individual objectives, encourage a culture of giving and receiving feedback, where kindness and ambition support the progression of people and plans.
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Set quality standards and meaningful KPIs to encourage ownership and accountability with direct reports, team, and others and effectively monitor progress towards agreed targets.
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Role model our values in line with Habitat GB’s inclusive approach to people and culture.
Organisational Leadership:
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Support the National Director/CEO in delivering Habitat GB’s strategy and vision, acting as a collaborative and supportive member of a shared leadership team.
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As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, provide oversight of organisational priorities, productivity, performance, risk and due diligence.
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Be an active leader across the organisation, collaborating effectively with teams, and contributing fully to organisational wide initiatives and opportunities.
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Co-create ways of working to enable an adaptive, collaborative and high performing organisational team.
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Deputise for the National Director when required and represent HFHGB in external meetings and forums.
Person profile:
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Holder of a relevant professional or accounting qualification: e.g. ACCA or equivalent.
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Expertise in charity sector compliance (FRS102) reporting requirements.
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Expert knowledge of financial strategy, management and reporting, with experience relevant to funding and grants, retail, commercial or construction.
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Proven track record of developing and leading complex financial strategies and supporting teams to deliver high quality functional inputs in an inclusive, collaborative environment.
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Hands-on experience with relevant accounting systems and the ability to quickly learn new systems (Habitat GB uses SUN and SAGE systems).
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Experience working in and leading teams responsible for operational and people related functions.
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Experience of working in a similar organisation, collaborating across teams and operating in a highly effective way across a diverse, networked structure.
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Significant and successful experience in senior management roles, encompassing strategic management and team leadership.
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Understanding and experience of complex organisational change projects, including the ability to support new teams to develop and thrive.
Skills and competencies:
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You have excellent interpersonal skills and can communicate with impact across diverse audiences.
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You are a strategic, analytical and details orientated thinker who can also appreciate the big picture, be pragmatic, collaborative and focus on increasing impact in line with Habitat GB’s mission.
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You are resilient, able to lead positively in a role which carries significant responsibility and requires you to prioritise effectively across multiple areas of work, problem solve and demonstrate strong organisational and planning skills.
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You are a values-led leader, who demonstrates integrity, respect for others and a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion. Strong leadership skills and commitment to the highest levels of integrity, honesty, openness and good governance with the capacity to inspire and motivate others.
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You are an experienced manager, able to lead and inspire others, offering kind and constructive support to others enabling them to improve their impact and performance.
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You are confident and able to work across different and competing priorities which require you to flex between hands on activities and strategic leadership.
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You can demonstrate business planning acumen, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
The role and responsibilities will be carried out in a way which reflects:
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Habitat GB’s commitment to safeguarding children in accordance with the Safeguarding Policy.
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A commitment to Habitat GB’s vision, mission, values and approach.
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A commitment to effective management of risk, by operating within the Charity’s code of conduct, policies, procedures and controls and by carrying out the risk management and assurance responsibilities of the role as set out in relevant Policy and Procedures.
Reporting to the CEO, you’ll take the lead on all financial, compliance, operational and people support activities. This role demands a combination of the hands-on approach needed in a medium-sized charity with the strong people management skills to enable all members of your team to deliver high quality services and to thrive in their roles.
You’ll also be working closely with colleagues across the international Habitat network, so good communication and collaboration skills will be key to success in this role.
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If this role sounds like it could be a good match for you, please take a look at the Candidate Pack.
Please note: this role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK. The sucessfull candidate will be required to have a DBS check before starting the role.
Habitat for Humanity requires that all employees take seriously their ethical responsibilities to safeguard our intended beneficiaries, their communities, and all those with whom we work. Managers at all levels have responsibilities to support and develop systems that create and maintain an environment that prevents harassment, sexual exploitation and abuse, safeguards the rights of beneficiaries and community members (especially children), and promotes the implementation of our code of conduct. The employment of this position will be subject to a satisfactory reference check and a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
At Habitat for Humanity GB, we aim to build, develop and retain a talented workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, skills and experiences. We welcome and actively encourage applications from anyone who feels they’d be a good fit for our organisation, regardless of race, religion, colour, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, neurodiversity or any other protected characteristics.
Unfortunately, because of high volume of applications we will not be able to contact unsuccessful applicants. If you haven’t heard from us within a month of the application deadline, please assume that your application has not been successful.
We’d prefer to hear directly from applicants – we won’t be working with third party recruiters on this role.
We want the recruitment process to give you the opportunity to shine, to share your skills and experience as clearly as possible, and for you to find out more about Habitat GB in return. You are welcome to get in touch and arrange an informal chat with Henrietta Blackmore (see website>vacancies for this email address).
Applications without both cover letter and C.V will not be considered.
Habitat for Humanity Great Britain (Habitat GB) is part of the international Habitat for Humanity network, tackling housing poverty around the world.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
As a Finance Manager at Cruse Bereavement Support you will oversee the day-to-day financial transactions made by Cruse Bereavement Support and ensure the accuracy, timeliness, and completeness of all income and expenditure transactions undertaken. You will also assist in implementing the financial control within the team, oversee month-end processes and monthly payroll, and prepare the monthly management accounts and supporting information. This is a unique opportunity to gain experience at a national charity and make a difference.
How to apply
Your application must consist of a CV and covering letter, which outlines your suitability for the role with reference to the Job Description and Person Specification and should be no longer than two pages. The closing date for applications is 25th April 2025. Please be advised that if you do not hear from us by 30 April 2025, unfortunately on this occasion you have not been shortlisted.
Cruse welcomes and encourages applications from all protected groups as defined by the Equality Act 2010. Appointment will be made on merit.
Criminal Record Checks
All staff are required to complete a Criminal Record check. Staff working directly with clients will be required to complete an enhanced check. We comply with the relevant codes of practice and they can be viewed online:
Applicants in England and Wales: DBS Code of Practice
Applicants in Northern Ireland: AccessNI Code of Practice
Previous convictions will not prevent full consideration of your application to work with Cruse. Our Recruitment of Ex-offenders' Policy & Handling Criminal Record Check Data Policy are available on request by email.
We comply with all relevant data protection legislation and process your data fairly.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About Global Greengrants Fund:
Global Greengrants Fund (GGF) supports grassroots activists and civil society organisations around the world working to address environmental and social justice in over 160 countries. GGF applies a participatory and decentralised model in making grants to grassroots groups through regional and thematic boards of advisors, global partner networks and independent funds, to support grassroots environmental and social justice action.
Global Greengrants Fund comprises two organisations located in the USA, Global Greengrants Fund Inc (established in 1993), and Global Greengrants Fund UK (established in 2012). The two organisations work closely together with a shared grantmaking programme and strategic collaboration at the senior leadership level. GGF UK consists of thirteen staff members working on fundraising and influencing philanthropy; finance; communications; and operations, with all of these functions operating autonomously but in close collaboration with their US counterpart functions.
In 2025, Global Greengrants Fund is amid a strategic journey in which we collectively centre our values, including diversity, equity and inclusion, and organisational care in our work, and to rediscover our identity and potential after 30 years of work. We have experienced tremendous growth over the past two years and we are thoughtfully, yet rapidly, growing our annual grantmaking, our philanthropic advocacy, and our global partnerships and collaborations to new levels. This includes creating a globally networked learning organisation and transforming our organisational culture to be more collaborative – we call this our transformative journey. The Head of Finance needs to understand the challenges and opportunities that come with these transformations and can remain flexible, steady, and adaptable.
The Role
Global Greengrants Fund UK is looking to hire an energetic and passionate individual who will play a key role in leading the finance function. The Head of Finance reports to the Director of Finance and Operations (DFO) and is responsible for the ensuring the smooth day to day operations of the finance function, including maintaining and ensuring accuracy of organisation's financial records, supporting all financial strategies and financial operations. They are responsible for all accounting, financial reporting and budgeting functions of the organisation, and with guidance ensures the organisation adheres to relevant regulatory and accounting principles. They work closely with the DFO to manage information exchange, integration and collaboration with our US sister organisation. Playing a vital role in the finance function they ensure accurate financial data capture and high-quality financial reporting while driving automation and efficiency across financial processes. They will work closely and collaboratively with budget holders, particularly in programs and philanthropic partnerships teams, providing them with meaningful financial insight and advice.
They will also play a key role in understanding and managing program/project funding (both restricted and unrestricted) and collaborate with the Programme Funding Manager ensuring effective tracking of restricted and unrestricted income and expenditure within GGF.
The ability to leverage Microsoft Excel, QuickBooks and other financial tools (policies, processes and software) will be crucial in optimising our financial systems and improving processes.
The candidate profile.
The successful applicant will have significant relevant experience in a similar role in a charitable, environmental, development, social justice, feminist, gender, human rights organisation, and/or grant-making organisation. The ideal candidate will be a highly skilled and experienced finance professional with a relevant accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or AAT) experience in the charity or non-profit sector. They will value transparency and accountability, demonstrating strong critical thinking and, strategic risk management. They will have a deep understanding of UK GAAP accounting principles and a strong background in financial management, including budgeting, financial controls, grant processing, and audit preparation. Proficiency in financial systems, particularly QuickBooks Advanced or similar accounting software, as well as advanced Excel skills, is essential. The candidate will be highly organised, detail-oriented, and capable of prioritising workloads in a fast-paced and evolving environment. With a proven ability to oversee financial processes, implement automation strategies, and manage treasury functions, they will also be confident in providing financial insights and risk assessments to senior leadership. Experience working in an international organisation and knowledge of exchange rate risk management would be advantageous. They also thrive in a virtual environment, motivated to take on challenges and collaboratively find innovative and creative solutions. Multiple language skills would be ideal, while English fluency is a must.
Personal characteristics
The successful candidate will be a transparent, effective and adaptive leader with a commitment to lifelong learning and a drive to mentor, coach, and share leadership, capable of mentoring and supporting finance team members while ensuring strong financial governance across the organisation. They will have skills to give, receive and work with feedback constructively, with the intellectual and emotional resilience necessary to take up critical responsibilities. They are self-reflective and passionate about multi-directional accountability. Relevant lived experiences related to GGF’s work and community would be a distinct advantage.
The right candidate will understand Global Greengrants Fund’s core values and be committed to the guiding principles and mission of Global Greengrants Fund and ensure they uphold them in the way they take up the responsibilities of the role.
We thank all those who apply, but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Global Greengrants Fund UK is an equal opportunities employer. We strongly encourage applicants from all backgrounds and walks of life. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our team is critical to our success. We seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion, ethnicity, gender, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.
PURPOSE OF THIS ROLE
Over recent years, SBP has grown from a fledgling charity to an established and impactful organisation with an annual budget of over £1m in restricted and unrestricted funds.
Our existing Head of Finance, who has been with us through part of this journey, is shortly due to retire and will be replaced by this Head of Finance & HR role, with strategic and operational ownership of SBP’s finances, as well as responsibility of SBP’s HR policy and processes.
KEY LIAISONS
The Head of Finance & HR will report to SBP’s CEO and sit on SBP’s Management Team, comprising the CEO and other heads of functions.
The role will manage our Finance & HR Officer and work closely with other members of the home-based SBP team, including colleagues in Fundraising leading on income generation.
The role will also communicate regularly with SBP’s Treasurer and the wider Board of Trustees to support their understanding of the charity’s financial and HR management.
Where required, the role will also have contact with SBP’s partners, suppliers and other external contacts in the course of managing the charity’s financial agreements and transactions.
KEY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
Operational ownership of SBP’s finances, including:
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Control and management of SBP’s bank accounts and financial system (Xero).
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Responsibility for SBP’s financial transactions, payments and payroll.
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Responsibility for external claims/reporting, including Gift Aid claims and VAT returns.
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Responsibility for SBP’s financial processes, controls and policies.
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Line management and development of the Finance & HR Officer to support in the above.
Strategic ownership and governance of SBP’s finances, including:
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Management and delivery of our annual budget and the budgeting/re-forecasting process, with input from the wider team.
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Management and delivery of our annual accounts and audit, in conjunction with an external accountant/auditor.
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Monthly financial reporting to the Management Team.
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Quarterly financial reporting to the Board of Trustees.
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Financial planning for the organisation, taking into account trends in spending and income, and planned growth of our activities.
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Assessment and communication of financial risks to the Management Team and Board of Trustees.
Financial advice and support to the wider SBP team, including:
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Providing financial information to feed into fundraising applications.
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Providing advice on VAT/financial risk in relation to new products, partnerships and agreements.
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Advising on budget creation and management for projects, commissions and operational areas.
Human resources policy and processes:
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Responsibility for SBP’s human resource processes, controls and policies.
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Oversight of contracting and on-boarding of new employees.
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Oversight of holiday management and storage of key documents/information using our HR system, Breathe.
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Line management and development of the Finance & HR Officer to support in the above.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
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Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA), or equivalent level of knowledge/experience.
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Experience of reporting, budgeting, payroll and other finance processes at an operational and strategic level.
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Experience in a charitable organisation, or good working knowledge of the unique aspects of charity finance, including management of restricted and unrestricted funds.
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Experience of taking ownership of either a finance function or a discreet finance area, along with the responsibility for its accurate management and efficient running.
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Experience of presenting and explaining financial information to individuals and groups with varying levels of financial understanding.
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Experience of HR management policy and process.
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Experience of working with Xero, or proven ability to get up to speed quickly with new financial systems.
KEY SKILLS/ATTRIBUTES
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Self-motivated and solutions-focused, with the capability and desire to take ownership of all relevant responsibilities and continually improve the charity’s financial and HR processes.
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Comfortable working in a small organisational setting, without the support of a wider, multi-level finance and HR structure/team.
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Attentive to detail, in order to ensure that transactions, processes and reporting are accurate and reliable.
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Analytical, with the skills to provide financial analysis in support of decision-making and help others identify trends and anomalies in our finances.
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Skilled at taking financial data from a variety of sources (e.g. accounting software, bank, spreadsheets) and presenting it to a non-financial audience in an accessible format.
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Excellent organisational, time management and prioritisation skills, with the flexibility to respond to changing needs in a dynamic working environment.
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Desire and ability to stay up to date with financial and HR governance law and requirements as they relate to charities.
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Motivated to be part of a committed wider team working towards our vision for rewilding in Scotland.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Salary: £24,000-27,000 per annum on 0.6 FTE hours (pro-rated from £40,000-45,000 FTE), depending on experience. Salaries are paid in arrears on the last working day of each month by bank transfer.
Hours: Working hours are flexible, but must equate to a minimum of 22.5 working hours (0.6 FTE) per week, Monday to Friday. Note that the full-time working week at SBP is 37.5 hours. The nature of the post may from time to time require evening and weekend work. Paid overtime is not available, but time off in lieu will be given.
Place of work: This role is home-based within Scotland and will require a suitable home office working environment (SBP can provide a laptop and support additional equipment needs). Attendance of meetings and events in other parts of Scotland will also be required periodically, with travel expenses paid in accordance with SBP’s Expenses Policy.
Contract: Permanent.
Flexibility: Subject to ensuring that the needs of the charity and the role are met, SBP endeavours to meet the flexible working needs of its employees.
Holidays: 16.8 days on 0.6 FTE hours (pro-rated from our FTE allowance of 28 days) including public holidays, plus 5 additional office closure days between Christmas and New Year.
Pensions: You may be eligible to be enrolled into SBP’s employee pension scheme. Written terms of the scheme are available on request.
Probationary period: 6 months.
Notice period: 2 months.
ABOUT US
SCOTLAND: The Big Picture (SBP) is a charity that works to make rewilding happen across Scotland, as a solution to the growing climate and biodiversity crises, by influencing opinion and delivering practical change. Our vision is of a vast network of rewilded land and water, where wildlife flourishes and people thrive.
We are a small, friendly, agile and progressive team that works in a spirit of collaboration with many different interest groups to:
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Drive support for rewilding
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Commit more land and water to rewilding
Learn more about SBP and the way we work on our website.
Please submit your CV and a one-page covering letter detailing how your skills and experience equip you for the role.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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!
Our partner, an international charity, is looking to recruit an experienced Finance Business Partner. The successful candidate will be joining the organisation during an interesting period, and be curious, with a strong analytical mind and ability to interpret financial information, and be articulate.
Responsibilities
- As a business partner, ensure that there is a sound understanding of business areas in terms of both present as well as forecasted performance.
- Work with budget holders on the annual budgeting and forecasting processes, ensuring that any advice/support in understanding the numbers is provided in a timely manner, and that they and senior management are supported in their decision making.
- Lead on the preparation of the quarterly forecasts.
- Undertake budgetary versus actual expenditure analysis, providing reports and meaningful information to budget holders and senior finance team members.
- Support in developing project budgets on a full cost recovery basis, and in the preparation of donor report.
- Support in undertaking grant reconciliations.
- Offer coaching and training as required.
Requirements
- Experienced business partner, highly numerate and analytical, able to understand the business and strategic outlook of the organisation, able to interpret financial information and communicate this clearly and precisely.
- Experience in developing budgets & forecasts, and undertaking and presenting analysis, both in writing and verbally.
- Experience in the financial management of grants, including developing budgets for proposals (on a full cost recovery basis), and reporting for donors.
- Strong communication skills – able to accurately and precisely communicate important financial information to non-finance budget holders, and senior management staff, challenge numbers and support in sound decision making.
- Experience of working in an international organisation, in a multi-currency environment, and with colleagues based globally.
- Strong systems/IT skills
- Experience in offering coaching on internal controls & processes, budgets & accompanying analysis, and systems/IT.
This is a remote role, and the candidate can be based anywhere in the UK. Please note, this role cannot accomodate remote working from outside the UK, and as such is only open to candidates with the right to work in the UK.
Reporting to: Head of Finance
Contract: 35 hours per week (1.0 FTE). Part time also considered (minimum 21 hours per week (0.6FTE)
Location: UK / Flexible
Who we are
Unlimit Health is an international organisation working to end parasitic disease. We work closely with affected countries, sharing evidence and expertise to eliminate preventable infections. Our purpose is to support people to live healthy lives, free from limiting disease.
Our vision is for resilient systems that sustain good health, so everyone everywhere can reach their full potential. We achieve this by working across multiple sectors in numerous countries to deliver effective and robust health programmes that have a lasting impact.
We were founded in 2002 with a £20m grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, and started life as a research group, the Schistosomiasis Control Initiative, within Imperial College London. Consistently ranked globally as one of the most cost-effective non-profit initiatives, we have received significant funding since our inception including from the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), USAID and philanthropic investors.
What we do
Our work includes:
- Evidence-based disease elimination support
- Cross-sectoral health systems strengthening
- Building collaborative partnerships
Our main area of focus is the elimination of schistosomiasis and soil-transmitted helminthiases (intestinal worms). Endemic infections of these parasitic worms are found in some of the world’s most marginalised communities, and they can have a hugely detrimental effect on individuals, including:
- Reduced productivity
- Internal organ damage
- Impaired child development
- Reduced school attendance
- Increased risk of HIV in women
- Infertility
The role
This is an exciting role, to liaise and support partner organisations to ensure accounting records are complete, accurate, and up to date, coded correctly on UH’s cashbooks and reconciled against bank statements. You will also provide technical support to partners’ finance staff and train them on the use of the cashbooks and financial reporting to UH.
You will be educated to degree level and have experience in a fast-paced and complex finance role. You should have experience of working with technical accounting packages as well as experience in financial planning and monitoring.
The role is fast-paced and complex, and the ideal candidate will need to have proven inter-personal skills, excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to assess priorities, organise workloads and initiate action and problem solve.
To apply
To apply, please submit an up-to-date CV and covering letter outlining your suitability for the role according to the job description and person specification.
Closing date: 6th May at 9am
Interview dates: W/C 19th May
Please ensure you are available to attend an interview on these dates.
Applicants are required to have the right to work in the UK, and documentary evidence will be requested at the interview stage.
Diversity Statement
We particularly welcome applications from candidates from under-represented groups to better reflect our mission and work to improve health equity. Research has shown that women and people from marginalised groups are less likely to apply for a role if they do not meet 100% of the job criteria. Please consider applying even if you do not fully meet our essential criteria. We are happy to schedule an informal chat to discuss the role further prior to submitting an application.
Unlimit Health is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and celebrate differences in age, race, ethnicity, national origin, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, religious beliefs, and socio-economic background. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where every team member is valued, respected, and has equal opportunities to thrive.
Unlimit Health is an international organisation working to end parasitic disease.
We work closely with affected countries, sharing evidence and expertise to eliminate preventable infections. Our purpose is to support people to live healthy lives, free from limiting disease.
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Team: Estates and Construction
Location: Remote with regular travel
Work pattern: 35 hours per week, Mon-Fri
Salary: Up to £60,323.56 per annum, plus a car allowance of £3,600 per annum, plus mileage
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 Principal Surveyor:
- line manage a team of three Regional Surveyors, providing comprehensive guidance in estate and retail matters
- responsible for a portfolio of properties, including Cats Protection centres, retail premises, residential and miscellaneous legacy properties
- monitor and report on estate condition status and maintain compliance across an assigned geographical portfolio, supporting the Head of Estates and Construction in the delivery of estate management services across the organisation
- create and maintain performance and process documentation and reporting systems across the Cats Protection Estate, including reporting on SLA’s and KPI’s, ensuring consistent information across all regions
- respond to requests from the property helpdesk, including reactive and planned maintenance
- liaise with property sector agents and professionals as needed
About the Estates and Construction team:
- We ensure that Cats Protection is able to sustain its cat welfare operations and retail activities by providing Estate Management and Construction services delivering acquisition, repair, maintenance, re-development and disposal services for an estate portfolio of circa 196 properties including 34 Cat Centres, 79 Shops and other Cats Protection premises across the UK. Together with the Safety, Health and Environment Team and Facilities we ensure regulatory/legal compliance of properties.
- The Estates and Construction Team consists of approximately 17 personnel, including three Regional Surveyors
What we’re looking for in our Principal Surveyor:
- an experienced Surveyor (level 6 or higher) with significant post-qualification experience surveying in a property management or facilities management environment
- member of professional institution such as RICS, RIBA, CIBSE, CIOB
- experience managing a team of employees
- performance orientated, with an organized and methodical approach
- knowledge of retail acquisitions, disposals and leases
- multi-site property management experience
- experience managing minor project work including small building projects (up to £500k)
- understanding of estates compliance
- Competent with all Microsoft Office programmes
- a full, valid, UK driving licence
What we can offer you:
- range of health benefits
- 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service
- Salary Finance, which empowers you to take control of your financial wellbeing
- and much more, which you can learn about
Application closing date: 29th April 2025
Virtual interview date: 13th May 2025
Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. Please note, applications received after the closing date may not be responded to.
If you’re enthusiastic about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway and demonstrate how your experience is transferrable. You may be just the right candidate.
If successful, your recruitment journey will include:
1. anonymised application form
2. video screening
3. virtual interview
4. in-person meeting (possible)
Please note, the process may change slightly dependent on application numbers. We will inform you of any relevant changes.
Making a better life for cats, because life is better with cats


This is a unique opportunity to lead a globally respected organisation dedicated to preserving and enhancing the city's World Heritage Site while promoting its positive role in a dynamic, living city.
Reporting to the Board of Trustees, the Director will be responsible for providing visionary leadership, fostering a collaborative and inclusive organisational culture, ensuring financial sustainability, effective governance and the successful delivery of strategic objectives. They will serve as the primary spokesperson for the World Heritage Site, building strong relationships with key stakeholders.
The successful candidate will bring experience in the culture or heritage sectors, strong communication and interpersonal skills, financial and fundraising knowledge, and a passion for Edinburgh’s historic environment.
This role presents a chance to make a lasting impact on one of the world's most celebrated World Heritage Sites.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Team: Philanthropy & Partnerships
Location: Remotely, UK
Work pattern: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Salary: Up to £37,565.95 per annum
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 a better life for cats?
Responsibilities of our Senior Philanthropy Officer:
- The Senior Philanthropy Officer is responsible for helping to implement the Philanthropy team fundraising plan, aligned with the wider fundraising strategy, to increase annual net income and inspire new donors to give to Cats Protection while retaining existing supporters
- The successful candidate will manage a mixed portfolio of major donors and grant making trusts, using high value fundraising techniques such as creating bespoke cultivation plans for each donor to maximise their lifetime value
About the Philanthropy & Partnership’s team:
- Philanthropy and Partnerships are a dedicated and motivated team who all believe strongly in our mission and values. We have ambitious growth plans with a large focus on growing and diversifying our pipeline
- We have a team of 21
What we’re looking for in our Senior Philanthropy Officer:
- Strong experience gained in a charity fundraising role, with a good level of experience in high value fundraising
- Strong understanding of high value fundraising principles, practices and processes
- Extensive experience of developing strong relationships with supporters/ clients
- Experience of using a CRM database
- Familiar with the IOF codes of practice relating to major donor fundraising
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: 27th April 2025
Virtual interview date: 6th May 2025
Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. Please note, applications received after the closing date may not be responded to.
If you’re enthusiastic about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway and demonstrate how your experience is transferrable. You may be just the right candidate.
If successful, your recruitment journey will include:
- Anonymised application form
- Firts stage virtual interview via Microsoft Teams
- Final stage virtual interview with Lead Philanthropy Manager
Please note, the process may change slightly dependent on application numbers. We will inform you of any relevant changes.
Making a better life for cats, because life is better with cats


Team: Feline Research
Location: Remote with travel
Work pattern: 35 hours per week
Salary: Up to £44,400.69 per year
Contract: 12-month fixed term contract
We are the UK’s largest cat welfare charity. All over the country, our passionate employees, volunteers and supporters are using their kindness and expertise to make life better for millions of cats and the people who care for them.
Will you join us and make life better for cats?
Responsibilities of our Feline Welfare Associate Researcher:
- work on domestic cat welfare related projects both internally in Cats Protection and in collaboration with academics and other organisations to increase the knowledge and data on cat welfare within a practical shelter landscape
- daily tasks including supporting the completion of research papers, literature reviews, evidence synthesis and its critical evaluation as well as qualitative data analysis from ongoing projects
- substantial periods of cat based fieldwork including travel and stays away from home will also be required as part of the role
About the Feline Research team:
- the team work across a series of complex research workstreams which prioritise the development of non-invasive, biologically sound ways to support cat-wellbeing focused data gathering
- the post holder will be required to work closely and collaboratively with the rest of the team, in order to support on varied research tasks subject to the needs of each ongoing project
- the team consist of Feline Welfare Postdoctoral Researchers and a Feline Welfare Scientist as well as the wider research team
What we’re looking for in our Feline Welfare Associate Researcher:
- previously undertaken non-invasive animal behaviour and welfare focused studies including literature searches, project design, data collection and analysis, manuscript writing
- applied animal welfare and husbandry experience e.g. in shelter/zoo/animal charity/veterinary/community context
- excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral
- self-motivation and the ability to effectively problem solve and work on own initiative
- post-graduate degree in animal behaviour, animal welfare, veterinary medicine, psychology, biological science or related subject
- valid UK driving licence
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 here
Interested? Here’s how to apply:
Application closing date: 27 April 2025
Virtual interview date: 06 and 09 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. Please note, applications received after the closing date may not be responded to.
If successful, your recruitment journey will include:
- anonymised application form
- Virtual interview with presentation
Please email us if you require any adjustments to be made for you to complete your application or to participate in the recruitment journey.
Making a better life for cats, because life is better with cats


Respect is the UK charity stopping perpetrators of domestic abuse. We want a world where everyone is free from domestic abuse. Where it is never ok to control, harm or cause fear. Where those who perpetrate domestic abuse are stopped, held to account and given the chance to change. We will not stop, until domestic abuse stops. Founded in 2000 by Jo Todd CBE, who is still at the helm, Respect was established to focus on perpetrators of domestic abuse, and this, including our vital work with young people who cause harm, remains our key priority. Alongside this work, we deliver expert support to male victims of domestic abuse. Everything we do is shaped and driven by our values: we are pioneering, collaborative, accountable, and respectful.
This role is based within the Drive Partnership and be part of the pilot for the roll out of the positive requirement element of the DAPO’s.
We would particularly welcome applications from individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and across all protected characteristics1, particularly from people from the following under-represented groups:
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Black and minoritised people
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Disabled people
We always welcome and support applications from those who have personal experience of domestic abuse.
About The Drive Partnership
The Drive Partnership, formed by Respect, SafeLives and Social Finance, is working to transform the national response to perpetrators of domestic abuse. We work to end domestic abuse and protect victims by disrupting, challenging, and changing the behaviour of those who are causing harm. Together we have developed the Drive Project to address a gap in work with high-harm, high-risk perpetrators of domestic abuse. We also work to advocate for systems and policy change- to develop sustainable, national systems that respond more effectively to all perpetrators of domestic abuse.
The Drive Partnership vision
Our vision is that by 2026 there will be a consistent approach which sees agencies in all PCC and local authority areas across England and Wales – backed by national leaders – working together to disrupt abuse and change behaviour to increase safety for victim survivors, including children and families.
Our Focus
Respect was founded to focus on perpetrators of domestic abuse and this, including our vital work with young people who cause harm, is our key priority. Our work with male victims is an important, distinct, project.
Our Vision
We want a world where everyone is free from domestic abuse. Where it is never ok to control, harm or cause fear. Where those who perpetrate domestic abuse are stopped, held to account and given the chance to change.
Our Mission
We work with our members, partners and allies to stop the harms done by those who perpetrate domestic abuse. With innovative practice, robust research and quality data, we build evidence of what works, promote safe, effective practice and drive high standards. We use our voice, in collaboration with others, to call for a response to domestic abuse that matches the scale of the problem. We will not stop, until domestic abuse stops.
Our Values
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Pioneering: We explore innovative ideas and develop new approaches with curiosity and rigour
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Collaborative: We work in partnership with our members, partners and allies to bring about individual, societal and systems change
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Accountable: We listen to survivors and centre their needs in our work. We hold perpetrators to account for their behaviour and hold ourselves and our members accountable for ours
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Respectful: We live up to our name. We are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion in all that we do. We are honest, compassionate and boldly challenge injustice
Our way of working
Partnership is fundamental to our way of working. We are second-tier organisation focusing on the continuous improvement of service models, sharing best practice and supporting specialist service providers to deliver.
We have three core strands of work:
The Drive Project is our flagship intervention working with high-harm, high-risk and serial perpetrators of domestic abuse to prevent their abusive behaviour and protect victims. The Drive Project challenges perpetrators to change and works with partner agencies – like the police and social services – to disrupt abuse. It is currently being delivered in 9 police force areas.
Restart is an innovative pilot project providing earlier intervention for families experiencing domestic abuse. It brings together domestic abuse services, children’s social care and housing teams to identify and respond to patterns of domestic abuse at an earlier stage. Restart is currently being delivered in five London Boroughs.
The Drive National Systems Change programme works across the domestic abuse specialist sector, public sector partners and beyond to develop sustainable, national systems that respond to all perpetrators of domestic abuse. We identify systemic gaps and build solutions that keep survivors safer by addressing those causing harm.
Background for the role
In April 2021 the Domestic Abuse Act received Royal Assent. The Act introduces a new civil Domestic Abuse Protection Notice (DAPN) to provide immediate protection following a domestic abuse incident, and a new civil Domestic Abuse Protection Order (DAPO) to provide flexible, longer-term protection for victims. DAPOs can impose both prohibitions and positive requirements on perpetrators. Positive requirements can be in the form of interventions aimed at reducing and managing risk, meeting the needs of an individual (for the factors that are not the causation of abuse but impact on risk e.g. mental ill health, substance misuse) and behaviour change interventions.
We were commissioned by the Home Office to design a triage model that will assess individuals for the suitability of these interventions, this triage model launched in November 2024 and will be tested and evaluated in order to prepare for national roll out in 2026.
Purpose:
The DAPO Service Manager will manage the operational, and strategic delivery of the DAPO team pilot working closely with the Practice and Development Lead and Programme Manager.
The postholder will have responsibility for managing all DAPO triage teams who are working locally and remotely in the DAPO pilot sites.
This role will require
a) the effective line management of Triage Team Leaders (who in turn manage triage workers and IDVAs), in providing a high-quality frontline service triaging DAPO referrals for positive requirements
b) the development and maintenance of a multi-agency infra structure that actively engages with the triage team and the triage process
c) working with the Practice and Development Lead and Programme Manager to ensure safe and effective delivery of the DAPO pilot triage process.
d) support the development of the DAPO triage model through learning and analysis of the pilot delivery e.g. to initiate, develop, maintain and monitor multi-agency links through procedures and protocols, and to keep safety central to all services for perpetrators and victims of domestic abuse.
For further information, please review the job description.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Team: Individual Giving
Location: Homebased with occasional travel for meetings
Work pattern: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Salary: Up to £42,750.72 per annum
Contract: Fixed term for 6 months
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 Senior Individual Giving Officer (Acquisition):
- This role is crucial in delivering the charity’s Individual Giving programme, working across multiple communication channels to grow sustainable income for Cats Protection by recruiting new supporters across a range of products.
- This includes everything from making TV ads, working with Face-to-Face fundraisers, running our digital campaigns and much more– all of which feature cats at the heart, of course. You will need to work with both internal departments and external agencies to ensure projects are delivered on schedule and within budget.
About the Individual Giving Team:
- We sit within the Marketing & Income Generation directorate
- Our team is responsible for the recruitment and retention of individual supporters to generate over £22 million each year and provide leads for the other teams in the directorate
- We currently have a team of 13 working across Acquisition and Retention on our Appeals and Raffles, Membership, Sponsorship, Lottery and regular giving programs using Mail, Face to Face, DRTV, email, Digital, Social and other paid media
What we’re looking for in our Senior Individual Giving Officer (Acquisition):
- Extensive experience in an Individual Giving or similar role, ideally working with agencies in the third sector
- Experience in leading the organisation of projects/activities or schedules
- Experience in budget management, ideally with multiple income and expenditure items
- Proven track record of achieving income against agreed financial targets, and measuring against KPIs
- Experience of at least some broad-based fundraising, such as Direct Mail, DRTV, telephone, digital or face-to-face fundraising
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: 4th May 2025
Virtual interview date: Week commencing 19th May 2025
Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. Please note, applications received after the closing date may not be responded to.
If you’re enthusiastic about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway and demonstrate how your experience is transferrable. You may be just the right candidate.
If successful, your recruitment journey will include:
1. Anonymised application form
2. Virtual interview via Microsoft Teams
Please note, the process may change slightly dependent on application numbers. We will inform you of any relevant changes.
Please email [email protected] if you require any adjustments to be made for you to complete your application or to participate in the recruitment journey
Making a better life for cats, because life is better with cats


Position: Project Coordinator – Service Innovation
Hours: Part-time (21 hours a week)
Contract: Fixed term contract until 25th August 2025
Location: Office - based from one of our UK National Offices, with flexibility to work remotely
Salary: Starting from £15,830 (FTE £26,384) per annum, plus excellent benefits
Salary Band and Job Family: Band 1, Charity
About us
We make sure people living with MS are at the centre of everything we do. And it’s this commitment that unites us across the UK.
Our strategy is based on what people affected by MS have told us is important to them. It gives us a clear and determined focus.
Our work is based on the hopes and aspirations of our MS community. Together we campaign at all levels, fund ground-breaking research and provide award winning support and information.
Our people are our greatest asset and the key to our success. We offer a vibrant, progressive working environment where you'll be able to make a difference.
About this job
Over 130,000 of us in the UK have multiple sclerosis (MS). It’s unpredictable and different for everyone. It’s often painful and exhausting, and can cause problems with how we walk, move, see, think and feel. It can make it hard for us to work, and do the things we enjoy. But it doesn’t have to be this way. We’re the MS Society – a community of people living with MS, scientists, campaigners, volunteers and fundraisers. We understand what life’s like with MS, and we support each other through the highs, lows and everything in between. And we’re driving research into more – and better – treatments for everyone.
Together, we are strong enough to stop MS.
Job Purpose:
- To provide high quality, proactive and efficient support to the service pipeline, service transformation project and service team members across the UK, whilst maintaining appropriate systems and processes to support the effective delivery of service innovation and development
- To act as a resource for colleagues offering direction through the service innovation process, assisting colleagues with document/project development and the agreed deliverables, and being available for light touch project support and guidance
- To produce regular reporting on the performance of projects and services ensuring there is oversight of support service provision within the organisation
- To contribute to the overall implementation of the Service and Support directorate objectives
Please note this is a part-time (21-hours per week) fixed term contract until 25th August 2025.
Closing date for applications: 9:00 on Tuesday 29th April 2025
Interested?
PLEASE PRESS THE 'HOW TO APPLY' BUTTON FOR MORE INFORMATION.
Equal Opportunities
We particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities and or from ethnic minority backgrounds.
We’d be grateful if you downloaded and completed the equality and diversity monitoring form and submit it with your application.
Disability Confident Employer
We’re a Disability Confident Employer and we’re committed to promoting equality and diversity.
You can ask for reasonable adjustments as part of both our recruitment and new starter on-boarding processes.
If you need any help or adjustments to apply for this role, please contact us. You can also ask for the application materials to be sent to you in a different format. Such as for them to be sent to you by email or in a larger word format.
More about our employee benefits:
We have a wide range of employee benefits including (but not limited to):
Encouraging work life balance
- 38 days paid annual leave (including bank holidays), pro-rata for part-time
- More annual leave entitlement, based on length of employment
- Smart working options (with the opportunity to work remotely and find a smart working pattern that suits both you and us)
- Flexible working options
Caring for you and your family
- Generous sick pay entitlement
- More sick pay entitlement, based on length of employment
- Opportunity to buy and sell annual leave in each calendar year
- Free access to a GP virtually 24 hours a day/7 days a week allowing you unlimited advice, reassurance and where appropriate diagnosis
- Enhanced leave for new parents
- Free access to a confidential 24 hours a day/7 days a week helpline service for both you and your family with a specialist range of support and information
- Special leave options (such as up to 5 days paid leave for domestic or personal emergencies a year)
- 10 days paid disability leave a year, pro-rata for part-time
- 10 days paid carers’ leave a year, pro-rata for part-time
- Cycle to work scheme
- Death in service scheme
- New family-friendly benefits, including paid leave:
- In the event of miscarriage or still birth
- To support fertility treatments
- For antenatal appointments for both parents
Thinking about your finances
- Enhanced salary sacrifice pension scheme
- Discounted season ticket loan and interest-free emergency loans
- Give as you earn to support other charities of your choice before tax
- New employee portal including lifestyle savings vouchers and personal wellbeing
Enriching your life at work
- Personalised development plans with a wide range of training courses and opportunities to source additional training options with your line manager
- Yearly internal apprenticeship opportunities
- New, modern offices that embrace working together both in-person and remotely
- Various opportunities to influence how we internally operate (including surveys, and focus and committee groups)
- Active and supportive internal employee networking groups for collaboration and peer support
- 2 days paid leave a year for volunteering for MS Society activities during normal working hours (such as fundraising events, or campaigning in the local community)
- 2 days paid leave a year for volunteering with other charities during normal
Safeguarding
We’re committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of everyone who uses our services and we come into contact with.
This is regardless of Gender, Race, Disability, Sexual orientation, Religion or belief, Pregnancy, Gender reassignment.
We recognise our particular responsibility to make sure vulnerable adults and children are protected.
We have measures in place to protect everyone we come into contact with from abuse and maltreatment of all kinds.
Your right to work in the UK
You must have the right to work in the UK to work in paid employment with us. You’ll need to share documents showing you’re eligible to work in the UK if we offer you employment.
You can find the UK visas and permits granting you the right to work in the UK on the UK Government website. We currently don’t have a Sponsor Licence agreement with the Home Office and aren’t able to support you with your visa applications.
No agencies please.
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