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Why work for us?

CARE International UK is seeking a highly skilled, organised, dynamic, and passionate leader to join our team as Head of Executive Office. Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), this new role will be critical in supporting the CEO and Senior Leadership Team (SLT) to ensure the organisation achieves its plans, mission and strategic objectives. As a trusted advisor, project manager, and strategic partner, you will enable the SLT to focus on the most critical priorities, supporting operational efficiency, and effective decision-making across the organisation. And you’ll manage a small team of governance and administration staff to assist you.

At CARE International UK we affirm the dignity, potential and contribution of participants, donors, partners and staff. Our actions are consistent with our mission. We are honest and transparent in what we do and say and accept responsibility for our collective and individual actions. We work together effectively to serve the larger community. We constantly challenge ourselves to the highest levels of learning and performance to achieve greater impact.

About you

You’ll be exceptional good at putting in place structures and systems to enable effective and efficient organisational functioning, including the use of AI as a tool to support our work. You’ll need to be flexible and cover a lot of ground, managing multiple responsibilities simultaneously, mixing long-term projects with the urgency of immediate demands - acting as advisor, collaborator, manager, and implementer. The ideal candidate understands the importance of, and knows how to build high-trust, authentic enduring relationships with staff and stakeholders at all levels and from different backgrounds. You’ll need a high level of personal responsibility, be able to move at pace, whilst holding yourself to a high standard, following through on the commitments you make and delivering high quality work. If this sounds like you and you’re passionate about women’s rights, humanitarian action, international development, and making the social sector highly effective, please take a look at our website to learn more about our work and submit your application.

About the role

The Head of Executive Office provides oversight, coordination, and leadership for cross-functional activities, in particularly leading cross-organisational planning, setting performance measures, reporting, and monitoring of our annual and multi-year strategy and plans, and supporting the organisations effective governance to deliver on these.  You’ll oversee the internal calendar and cycle of accountability and reporting, as well as supporting development and delivery on long-term operational plans to support our sustainability.

You and your team will work closely with the Director of People and OD on internal communication. You’ll support the CEO (in partnership with Advocacy, Fundraising and Communications) to take full advantage of multiple external opportunities for effective advocacy, profile raising, and fundraising - enabling CARE’s global programmatic power to influence and impact UK Government and aligned to our Strategy and Mission.

About CARE

CARE International is one of the world’s leading humanitarian and development charities. We fight poverty and injustice in the world’s most vulnerable places.  We save lives in disasters and conflicts. We stand with women, girls and their communities to achieve lasting change for a better future.

Safeguarding

CARE International UK has a zero-tolerance approach to any abuse to, sexual harassment of or exploitation of, a vulnerable adult or child by any of our staff, representatives or partners. CARE International UK expects all staff to share this commitment through our Safeguarding Policy (link here) and our Code of Conduct. They are responsible for ensuring they understand and work within the remit of these policies throughout their time at CARE International UK.

Safeguarding our beneficiaries is our top priority in everything we do, including recruitment. All offers of employment at CARE International UK are subject to:

- satisfactory references. CARE International UK participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme (link here).In line with this Scheme, we will request information from successful applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. 

- appropriate criminal record checks (including a Bridger check).

By submitting an application, the applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.

Equality and Diversity

We are committed to Equality and value Diversity.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and particularly welcome applications from disabled people. We guarantee interviews to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role (see person specification). If you require the candidate brief or need to submit your application in an alternative format, because of a disability, please do get in touch by sending an email to the HR Team.

We also encourage people from Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds or LGBT+ to apply for roles at CARE International UK.

Please note that in compliance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006, all job offers at Care International UK are conditional on eligibility to work in the UK.

Closing Date: Wednesday 19 March 2025 at 11pm

The Operations & Contracts Manager is a new role at Bite Back and will lead our general operations support function to the team. We are a relatively new non-profit, established in 2019, and have now grown to a staff team of nearly 30 people with a turnover of £2.3 million. 

Bite Back was initially housed within the umbrella of our founder’s company, the Jamie Oliver Group, and in the past 18 months we have decoupled our finances and operations and become a fully independent non-profit. We have further work to do to strengthen our operations as we seek to grow further and this role will be critical to this independence. We are increasingly receiving restricted funds and contracts for service and expect this type of funding to grow this year.

It is an exciting time for an operations professional to join the team and be involved in the strategic and operational development ahead at Bite Back. 

The ideal candidate would have the following experience:

• Comprehensive knowledge of CRM and project management software packages, with experience procuring and implementing them across diverse uses.

• Demonstrated track record of implementing operational solutions in a non-profit setting, ability to influence people internally, analyse complex information and present it in a usable, appealing format for colleagues. 

• Strong understanding of the compliance and regulatory needs of UK charities.

• Effective communication skills, including written, and the ability to convey complex information to an audience.

• Technology minded, someone who loves tech solutions and the way they can bring efficiencies and enhanced effectiveness to organisations, removing bottlenecks and supporting growth.

• Solutions focused with a proven track record in charity management and a good understanding of the environment in which charities operate.

• Some experience of operationalising health and safety practices. 

• Understanding of data protection and GDPR regulations and how to operationalise good practice across multiple teams. 

• Good understanding of the principles underpinning good contract and procurement management.

Position: Executive Assistant
Hours: Full-time (35 hours a week)
Contract: Permanent
Location: Office-based in London with flexibility to work remotely
Salary: Starting from £26,384 per annum, plus excellent benefits
Salary Band and Job Family: Band 1*, Charity
*you’ll start at our entry point salary of £26,384 per annum, increasing to £28,033 after 6 months service and satisfactory performance and to £29,682 after a further 6 months.

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

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

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

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

About this job 
We’re looking for an efficient and methodical self-starter to join our Governance and Executive Office (GEO) team in this varied role.

Delivering high-quality, executive-level administration, you’ll be a core part of the team supporting our Executive Group and Board of Trustees, enabling them to operate effectively and continue to drive forward our work for the MS Community.

Liaising closely with senior colleagues across the MS Society, as well as key stakeholder and volunteers, you’ll be part of our EA Team.  You will provide direct administrative support for two of our Executive Directors and help ensure that our Executive Group have the support they need.

You’ll have experience of a range of administrative tasks, including providing support for meetings and minute-taking, as well as delivering executive-level secretariat support.

As a key member of the GEO team, you’ll undertake specific projects relating to the requirements of the Governance and Executive Office and contribute to the overall delivery of the Governance and Executive Office team’s objectives.

Closing date for applications: 9 am Monday 3 March 2025

Interested?

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

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

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

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

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

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

Encouraging work life balance

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

Caring for you and your family 

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

Thinking about your finances 

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

Enriching your life at work

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

No agencies please.

NEON is a capacity and infrastructure building organisation that exists to accelerate the transition to a new economy by building the power of social movements in the UK. This role is all about leading the charge on fundraising to power NEON’s exciting 2025-2029 strategy. You’ll work closely with the ED: Strategy & Fundraising to shape and roll out a bold new approach, keeping our mission front and centre, as well as our Head of Finance to revolutionise our fundraising management systems internally. From coordinating healthy grant pipelines to representing NEON externally, you’ll bring order to the chaos with slick systems and a strategic birds-eye view. 

You’ll collaborate across teams—helping staff craft irresistible grant bids, uncover fresh funding opportunities, and dream up creative ways to bring in resources, like events or campaigns. You’ll also be our go-to for building strong funder relationships, representing NEON at key events, and making sure we stay compliant and budget-savvy. This role is perfect for someone who has a genuine passion for fundraising, and sees it as a crucial element of helping NEON achieve our mission. 

Philanthropy and Trusts Team Co-ordinator 

Contract Type: Permanent, 35 hours per week, Full time 

Salary: £27,697.00 - £29,063.00 per year with excellent benefits 

Location: London, UK 

Hybrid Working: A minimum of 40% of working time is spent face to face, either in London office, or as a result of external engagement or travel for WaterAid. WaterAid is located at Canary Wharf, London and this will be your location and contract base.

About WaterAid 

Want to use your organisation and administration skills to play a vital role in making clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene normal for everyone everywhere?

We need passionate, creative and dedicated people. In return, you will be encouraged and empowered to be yourself at your very best. Together, we will make a bigger difference.

Join WaterAid as Philanthropy and Trusts Team Coordinator to change normal for millions of people so they can unlock their potential, break free from poverty and change their lives for good. On top of that you’ll be joining a 2020 Great Place to Work® award-winning organisation. 

About the Team 

It’s an exciting time to join WaterAid’s Philanthropy and Trusts team which has been spotlighted for growth within the Fundraising Department. We’re a creative and ambitious team of highly skilled fundraisers, working with both existing and new donors to make WaterAid’s mission a reality.

About the Role  

As our proactive and organised Philanthropy and Trusts Team Coordinator you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of our team’s day-to-day activities, including the management of our CRM system and working on special projects to support our strategy.

You’ll: 

• Lead the team’s administrative support, helping us to keep running efficiently and effectively.

• Manage the income and expenditure monitoring processes, and play a significant role in the team's yearly business planning.

• Support the development of proposals and reports on WaterAid’s work

• Manage the Nimbus CRM database for the P&T Team to ensure data integrity and accuracy, including  but not limited to administrative support for fundraisers, logging enquiries and income monitoring, team KPI tracking, Nimbus updates and developments, ensuring compliance with GDPR and other data protection regulations.

Requirements 

To be successful, you’ll need: 

• Excellent organisation and time management skills

• A positive and can-do attitude

• Experience working collaboratively and building effective working relationships

• Experience of producing high quality communications for team members with ability to tailor for varied audiences;

• Demonstrable accuracy and attention to detail

• Ability to organise and maintain information storage systems 

• Experience of streamlining processes for business efficiency 

How to Apply: Click ‘Apply’ to complete the pre-screening questions listed below and upload your CV.

1. Explain the relevant administrative experience you have? 
2. Describe your experience of and ability to use a Customer Relationship Management (CRM) database and how you ensure data quality. 
3. Describe briefly your methodical approach to planning and delivering against a varied workload, managing competing priorities under your own initiative and to strict deadline 

Closing date: Applications will close 12:00pm UK time on 16 March 2025. Shortlisting and interviews will take place on a rolling basis and the application process will close if a suitable candidate is found prior to the advertised closing date.

Can I use Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology in my application? At WaterAid, we strongly advise against using AI technology at any stage of the recruitment process. Our goal is to ensure a fair and transparent process that provides every applicant with an equal opportunity to succeed. We value hearing about your unique experiences and perspectives in your application, and, if shortlisted, during the interview as well. 

Benefits 

Our Benefits: 

• 36 days' holiday (including 8 Bank Holidays) 

• Option to buy an extra 5 days annual leave 

• We offer a generous pension plan with employer contribution of up to 10% 

• Wide range of flexible and agile-working arrangement 

• Season Ticket Loan 

• Free annual eye tests 

• Pay as You Give charitable giving scheme 

• Enhanced Maternity and Adoption/Surrogacy pay, Shared Parental Leave and Paternity Leave. 

•  Sabbaticals 

• Volunteer Day 

Our Commitment: 

Our People Promise: 

We will work with passion and focus to ensure safe and sustainable water, toilets and hygiene are available to everyone, everywhere. WaterAid is a place of purpose – where people have a real commitment and shared responsibility for the impact we have.  We are a global community with diverse backgrounds and perspectives, motivated by inspiring, stimulating work. We are determined to put the wellbeing of our people first, to be a place where people feel safe and able to contribute their voice and truly live our values.

Equal opportunities: 

We are an equal opportunity, disability-confident employer and are dedicated to achieving the highest standards of diversity, equity and inclusion. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, beliefs, customs, traditions and ways of life. This includes, but is not limited to, race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion, national or social origin, health status, and economic or social situation. 

Safeguarding: 

We are also committed to protecting everyone we come into contact with. We have a zero-tolerance approach to abuse of power, privilege or trust across our global work, and any form of inappropriate behaviour, discrimination, abuse, bullying, harassment, or exploitation. Safeguarding the people and communities we work with, our staff, volunteers and anyone working on our behalf is our top priority, and we take our responsibilities extremely seriously. As a safeguarding measure, WaterAid carries out background checks on all potential employees. This is done following the conclusion of recruitment and prior to assuming full employment. 

Are you passionate about making a lasting difference in the lives of veterans and their families? The Poppy Factory is looking for a Senior Fundraising Officer to join our small but perfectly formed team and help drive our mission to support veterans with health conditions and other challenges as they transition into meaningful employment and transform their lives.

For over 100 years, The Poppy Factory has been dedicated to empowering the armed forces community through employment support. We provide veterans and their families with the tools they need to overcome barriers and transform their lives. We pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive, supportive, and open environment that encourages collaboration and the sharing of ideas.

We’re seeking a driven and creative fundraising professional with experience in securing funding from trusts, foundations, and corporate partners. If you thrive in a collaborative environment, and you're eager to make an impact through strategic relationship-building and compelling proposals, we want to hear from you. The successful candidate will be integral in securing the funds that power our critical services, ensuring our ambitious growth plans are realized.

What You’ll Do:

• Play a pivotal role in delivering our fundraising strategy, with a focus on trusts, foundations, and corporate partnerships.
• Develop engaging funding proposals, working closely with our service delivery and finance teams.
• Maintain strong relationships with donors, ensuring they are informed and engaged with our work.
• Support the research and identification of new funding opportunities to sustain and expand our services.
• Work with our Visits Team to provide inspiring and memorable engagement opportunities for corporate partners at our headquarters in Richmond.

Why Join The Poppy Factory?

By joining us, you’ll be part of an iconic charity with a century-long legacy. You’ll have the opportunity to make a real, tangible impact on the lives of veterans and their families, working in a supportive and empowering environment. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including generous holiday entitlement and pension contributions, and the chance to work with a passionate, dedicated team.

If you’re ready to bring your skills and passion to The Poppy Factory, apply today and help us continue to change lives.

For more information about the role, please download the full job description.

How to apply

To apply for this position please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining how you meet the essential criteria in the person specification. Please address your covering letter to Debbie Boughtflower, Director of Operations.

We will review applications and schedule interviews on a rolling basis so we encourage candidates to apply promptly.

For an informal conversation about the role, please contact Clare Murray.

No agencies please.

Title People Team Administrator

Reporting To People Manager 

Location Hybrid, with a minimum of one day per week in the office, and flexibility to attend more often if required. Our office is based in Shepherd’s Bush, London.

Salary £27,000 per annum 

Hours of Work 40 hours per week (inclusive of a one hour paid daily lunch break)

Contract Permanent, starting April onwards 

Benefits:

• 25 days annual leave per year, plus public holidays;
• Company electronic devices;
• Enhanced pension and policies;
• Private health insurance;
• Eligibility for a Blue Light discount card 

Closing Date: 14th March 2025, 5pm 

Job Summary

To provide high quality HR administrative support across the whole employee lifecycle, working towards MHI’s goal of transforming mental health support in the UK and being a great place to work. Working closely with MHI’s People Manager and Head of People and Culture, you will be involved in all aspects of HR, from the day-to-day administration to recruitment and payroll processing. This is a unique opportunity for someone with administration experience who is looking for a role in HR to join a growing mental health charity.

Key duties and responsibilities

HR Administration

• General filing and administration support for People Team
• Administration of personnel records, ensuring everything required is up to date and compliant with statutory requirements (ie Right To Work, background checks)
• Supporting with compliance auditing, payroll administration and HR reporting
• Maintain accurate records on our HR system
• Be the first line of support for HR related queries and incoming tickets on the HR Service Desk, escalating as appropriate 
• Complete administration for approvals of new recruitment and payroll authorisations (ie promotions, change of job roles)
• Produce appropriate documentation as required
• Sending communications via MHI’s HR system or other platforms to announce new starters, leavers, vacancies, and any other relevant updates 
• Drafting and sending the monthly HR newsletter
• Complete audits on MHI’s HR system and employee records to ensure that the data held is accurate and secure, including supporting with projects to move and accurately record historical employee data to our HR system
• Managing time off recording on MHI’s HR system, including ensuring that annual leave balances are correct 
• Sending gifts to employees, ensuring that agreed budgets are adhered to 
• Supporting with training, travel and any other bookings as required by 
• To support the People Team with any other administrative tasks and projects as required

Recruitment

• Advertising new vacancies on our HR system and other relevant channels
• Working closely with relevant teams to support effective employer branding during recruitment, attracting candidates that align with our mission and values 
• Ensure a value-for-money approach to recruitment ensuring we attract diverse and high quality candidates by using appropriate sources
• Managing incoming applications and liaising with hiring managers for shortlisting 
• Administration and liaison with candidates, arranging interviews for managers, ensuring one member of the People Team is on the interview panel.
• Arranging appropriate employee background checks (such as DBS and New Zealand Police Vetting, Reference and Right to Work checks) and supporting the ID check and verification process 
• Request new starter paperwork to ensure required payroll information is in place
• Administration of contract, job descriptions and offer letters using an e-signature application
• Having a good knowledge of people processes and policies, ensuring they are followed correctly 
• Having a proactive, helpful and friendly approach with candidates to support with making MHI an attractive place to work 
• Liaise with the candidates, the People Manager and Hiring Managers to arrange inductions for new starters 

Probation

• Send out template probation review forms for managers to complete with new joiners. Ensure they are completed and uploaded to the HR system.
• Monitor probationary period due dates and send letters to confirm when completed

Leavers

• Ensure that all administration is completed for leavers
• Arrange exit interviews and keep appropriate records
• Arrange appropriate references as requested by former employees

Person specification

Essential 

• Strong administration experience
• Confident with IT and digital systems
• Excellent attention to detail
• Highly organised and able to work to deadlines 
• Have a good understanding and commitment to confidentiality
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Confident in liaising with a variety of stakeholders, including Senior Managers, to ensure the correct processes and policies are followed 
• Adaptable and flexible to changes within the organisation
• Ability to manage own time, confirm priorities and expectations
• A desire to learn and develop new skills and knowledge 
• Comfortable performing a wide range of activities, including stretching to new skills/experience 
• A desire to work in a growing charity working at the forefront of digital mental health support

Desirable 

• HR Administration experience 
• A CIPD qualification, or working towards
• Experience using Google Suite 
• Experience using HRIS and ticketing systems, especially Bamboo HR and Jira 
• Experience in the nonprofit sector 

This role is subject to eligibility to work in the UK, plus satisfactory right to work and reference checks.

We will be interviewing on a rolling basis and reserve the right to close the job advert early if we receive a high number of applicants.

We're looking for a Membership Administrator to join our small, remote team to support our growth and deliver for our members. 

This role will support the membership functions of the NI to look after the day-to-day administrative tasks relating to member services, including maintaining databases, managing renewals, and providing customer service to members. This role is critical in supporting the organisation’s mission to engage and retain members, ensuring they receive value and are satisfied with their experience.

Job Summary:
The Membership Administrator is responsible for overseeing the membership process from onboarding new members to managing ongoing renewals and maintaining the membership database. The role involves ensuring that members receive excellent customer service, timely communication, and accurate information about the institute’s services and benefits. The position requires strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in database management.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Membership Administration
2. Customer Service
3. Communications 
4. Data Management and Reporting

Qualifications and Skills:
• Essential Experience:
o 2-3 years of experience in membership administration services, customer service, or administrative roles.
o Proficient with CRM or membership management software, including database management and reporting.
o Skilled in delivering exceptional customer service within a professional environment.
o Experience in administering a membership or customer renewals process.
o Background in non-profit organisations, associations, or professional membership.

Work Environment:
• Mainly working from home so could be based anywhere in the UK. There will be some travel with regular meetings in London.

Flexibility and Accessibility: We offer flexible hours and remote working options to accommodate individual needs. There will be support available for remote workers who may require specific adjustments, such as ergonomic setups or assistive technologies.

Commitment to Inclusion: We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including those from underrepresented groups in the finance and nuclear sectors. Our recruitment process is fair and accessible, and we are happy to provide accommodations upon request. If you require adjustments to the application process, please contact us so we can support you.

ROLE PURPOSE

The Fundraising Manager will play a critical role in maximising income for St George’s Hospital Charity through the development and management of relationships with trusts, foundations, and corporate partners. This position requires a can-do, proactive attitude in securing unrestricted and restricted philanthropic support for key projects, particularly our Time For a Change fundraising appeal that aims to raise £5m to transform our children’s wards at St George’s Hospital.

You will be responsible for growing restricted and unrestricted income through the development of strategic, long-term partnerships with Trusts and Foundations and Corporate Partners that provide a sustainable source of income. Working closely with Head of High Value and Director of Fundraising and Communications the postholder will be instrumental in developing a strong and realistic pipeline prospects and securing regular five-six figure gifts. You will maintain £1.2m income/year with ambitions to grow this income to £1.7m/year from Trusts and Foundations and Corporate Partnerships over the next 5 years and by 29/30. The ideal candidate will be proactive and solutions focussed. They will have a proven track record of philanthropy including relationship management, proposal writing, budget development and collaboration with internal teams to communicate impactful fundraising appeal.

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Fundraising Responsibilities

• Develop a strong and realistic pipeline of Trusts and Foundations and Corporate Partnerships that align with our strategic objectives and fundraising appeals
• Be proactive and ambitious supporting the growth of our income across Trusts, Foundations and Corporate Partnerships from £1.2m/year to £1.7m/year over 5 years.
• Develop and manage a robust income portfolio, researching prospects, making approaches, building relationships and submitting compelling proposals and application to Trusts and Foundations and Corporates.
• Build project budgets from scratch.
• Create tailored stewardship opportunities for funders which effectively communicate the difference their support has made. To include face-to-face meetings, hospital visits, written reports/digests and attendance at relevant events to strengthen relationships and enhance donor engagement.
• Provide regular progress reports to the Head of High Value and Director of Fundraising and Communications, highlighting milestones, KPIs, and potential risks to income generation. 

Corporate Partnerships Management

• Contribute to and implement the strategy for securing new corporate partnerships while maintaining and enhancing relationships with existing partners to ensure ongoing support.
• Develop creative and impactful partnership pitches and proposals to attract new corporate sponsors.
• Oversee account management plans for existing corporate partners, programming stewardship events, ensuring that reporting is undertaken, engagement is sustained and opportunities for growth are identified and acted upon.
• Work closely with senior volunteers and stakeholders to develop new business leads and maximise partnership potential.
• Collaborate with the Community & Events Manager to leverage corporate opportunities, turning local engagements into larger partnerships.

Trusts and Foundations Management

• Build and maintain income from Trusts and Foundations using prospecting tools and desk-based research.
• Be proactive in approaches to Trusts and Foundations via phone and/or emails
• Develop creative and compelling approaches and applications that are tailored to charitable objectives of funders.
• Build project budgets and fundraising pipelines in line with funders requirements.
• Maintain and manage a calendar of activity for Trusts and Foundations to ensure we deliver an excellent level of stewardship including six-monthly updates and bespoke visits.

Research and Pipeline Management

• Conduct thorough research to identify and qualify potential funders across trusts, foundations, and corporate sectors, maintaining a dynamic philanthropy pipeline.
• Monitor and manage progress through the pipeline, ensuring that prospects are appropriately cultivated and that targets for each stage of the portfolio are met.
• Ensure compliance with fundraising regulations and data protection laws throughout the prospect research and relationship management processes.

General Duties

• Maintain accurate records of stakeholder communications in our Raiser’s Edge database and activities in line with data protection obligations and best practices.
• Work with Finance to reconcile income.
• Participate actively in team meetings and contribute to the overall objectives of the fundraising department.
• Working with the Head of High Value ensure our offer to partners is accurately reflected on our website. This may include updating webpages.
• Supporting fundraising events.
• As and when required, provide front desk coverage, welcoming visitors and donors at the Welcome Office and serving as a friendly and helpful representative of the organisation.
• Engage in continuous professional development and participate in regular performance reviews.

This is not an exhaustive list of tasks. Duties may vary depending on Charity’s needs.

Applications closing date: Tuesday, 4th March

Interviews: Tuesday, 11th March

Introduction to the role

We are seeking a highly organised, professional and proactive Executive Assistant to support the Co-Directors and senior management team on a part-time basis. This is a key role in the team and is vital in ensuring the smooth operation of the organisation and our activities. 

This is an in-office role, working from our beautiful building in Liverpool Street.

Salary and working hours: Part-time 2.5 - 3 days per week, £30,000 pro rata.

Location: On site, St Ethelburga's Centre, City of London 

Please note: Unfortunately we cannot sponsor visas for this role

Responsibilities:

1. Administrative Support:

• Manage calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate travel arrangements for the Co-Directors.

• Prepare and edit correspondence, communications, presentations, and other documents.

2. Meeting Coordination:

• Organise and coordinate internal and external meetings, including preparing agendas, taking minutes, and following up on action items.

• Arrange logistics for board meetings, staff meetings, and other key events

3. HR and Governance Support:

• Support HR functions including recruitment, onboarding, and maintaining employee records.

• Assist with employee communications, benefits administration, and other HR-related tasks.

• Assist in the development, review, and implementation of policies and procedures.

4. Research and Reporting:

• Conduct research on various topics relevant to the Centre's mission and activities.

• Prepare reports, summaries, and briefing materials for the Co-Directors and senior management team.

5. Funding Applications:

Assist in the research, preparation and submission of funding applications and grant proposals.

• Support fundraising campaigns and events, including coordinating logistics, preparing materials, and liaising with donors and sponsors.

6. Project Management:

Assist in the planning and execution of special projects and initiatives as directed by the Co-Directors.

• Track progress on various projects, ensuring deadlines are met and milestones achieved.

Is This You?

• Proven experience as an executive assistant or in a similar administrative role.

• Exceptional organisational and time-management skills. Able to work fast and to deadlines.

• Service-oriented, cheerful and optimistic, with a positive attitude and problem solving skills.

• Strong written and verbal communication abilities and attention to detail.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software.

• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with a diverse team. 

• Interest in the mission of St Ethelburga's Centre.

About Us:

"Bridging divides, loving Earth"

St Ethelburga's work sits at the intersection of climate and peace. We believe there can be no peace on Earth unless we also realise peace with Earth.

St Ethelburga's is a 'maker of peacemakers.' We offer events, training, leadership programmes and multimedia content which equip and inspire people to become peacemakers in their own contexts. Our project areas include community reconciliation, refugee inclusion, radical resilience, viewpoint diversity, and spiritual ecology.

Head of Fundraising (full time employment contract)
£54,000 pa; 7.5% pension contribution by St James’s with 0.5% contribution by the employee; 25 days annual leave plus public holidays. 

St James’s Church Piccadilly is at an exciting moment in its 340 year history. Fundraising for the ‘Wren Project’, a £20m capital campaign, and plans for an endowment campaign, are well underway and the team is progressing well towards its initial target. 

This new role will lead the staff team, liaising closely with the contracted Director of Development, in ensuring the Wren Project funding is delivered, and that necessary funds for the social outreach, arts programming and running costs of the church are raised in a timely and effective manner. 

Experience in fund raising in the charity sector is essential, including a good understanding of the regulatory environment. Experience in fund raising in the faith sector would be an advantage. 

St James’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All post holders and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. 

St James’s actively welcomes applications from people who are currently underrepresented in our community including people with global majority heritage, people with lived experience of poverty and people who identify as LGBTQ+. 

Role description and person specification and application form (referee information required) can be downloaded at St James's website.

Closing date for applications is midday Monday 3rd March  2025. Interviews will be held on-site at St James’s Piccadilly and are planned for Thursday 13th March 2025. Aiming for a start date as soon as possible.

About Us

The Horniman Museum and Gardens is a unique attraction in south east London where global cultures 

and the natural world are brought together for everyone to enjoy. The Museum holds internationally 

important collections of anthropology and musical instruments, as well as a popular natural history

gallery and Aquarium. The 16 acres of beautiful Gardens feature a tropical Butterfly House and offer stunning views across London.

About the Role

We’re looking for an experienced fundraiser to grow our income and embed a fundraising culture

across the Horniman. Reporting to the Director of Audiences and Income, and working closely with trustees, senior management, and staff, you’ll inspire supporters, visitors, and the local community to convert their passion into financial support.

You’ll oversee all fundraising activity, driving a fundraising strategy that secures sustainable funding

for projects, collections, buildings and the gardens.

Key priorities will be closing the gap on our Nature + Love campaign in the lead up to the Horniman’s 125th anniversary in 2026 and shaping future capital fundraising strategies. This is a hugely exciting time to join the team as we look towards our next 125 years. 

Key Responsibilities   

As Head of Fundraising, you will 

- Drive our fundraising strategy, overseeing all income streams, including membership and individual giving, Trusts and Foundations, corporate giving and major campaigns. 

- Lead the fundraising team, ensuring effective systems and processes for fundraising across all streams are in place.

- Work closely with the Senior Leadership Team and Trustees to maximising their networks and support the Chair to harness their network opportunities.

- Work with the Director of Audiences and Income to reposition our celebrity Ambassadors programme.

- Work with marketing, communications and digital colleagues to create compelling cases, campaigns, communications and materials for target audiences.

- Ensure that we observe fundraising regulations, guidance and codes of practice including UK GDPR compliance, data protection, HMRC compliance on VAT and Gift Aid, working closely with the Director of Finance and Corporate Services.

About You

You will be an experienced fundraiser with a track record of delivering against financial targets, personally raising significant sums from individuals, experienced with trust fundraising techniques and with a strong understanding of membership and individual giving schemes. You will be passionate about working collaboratively, maximising the skills, experience and support of colleagues and you will have experience of leading and motivating a team. You will have an empathy with the Horniman’s mission and be a passionate advocate for its exhibitions, collections, activities and events. 

Key Qualities, Skills, and Experience

We are looking for an experienced fundraiser who is a strong collaborator with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, able to inspire donors and support colleagues at all levels with empathy and diplomacy. We are seeking a candidate who is confident managing multiple projects and relationships in a fast-paced fundraising environment, leading an inspiring a team. The successful candidate will be skilled with financial management, highly organised and able to create compelling written and verbal communications to support the Horniman’s mission. 

The closing date for completed applications is 10am on 5th March 2025.  Interviews will be held in the week commencing 10th March, with second round interviews possible in the week commencing 17th March. 

The Horniman is an equal opportunities employer and we value and celebrate diversity. We want to 

better represent the communities in which we work but recognise that there is still much work to do in 

this area. We welcome and encourage all applicants and particularly encourage you to apply if you are 

from a community that is often disadvantaged by society or of minority background.

Imperial Health Charity is a catalyst for transformative change in healthcare, driving bold investment in innovation, patient care, and community wellbeing across the five hospitals of Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust. As an independent charity, we push beyond the limits of NHS funding, championing pioneering research, cutting-edge medical technology, and initiatives that improve hospital environments and staff wellbeing. We are driven by a passion to make a real difference to people’s lives, working in close partnership with the Trust and our generous supporters to achieve our shared goals.  

With demand on the NHS at an all-time high, the opportunity to drive meaningful change has never been greater. As our current CEO looks to retire, we are now seeking an exceptional Chief Executive to lead the charity into its next era of growth and influence. This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of healthcare philanthropy, strengthening our strategic vision, forging powerful partnerships, and amplifying our impact within hospitals and the wider community. As the public face of the charity, the CEO will inspire and engage donors, NHS leaders, and high-profile partners, securing transformational funding and championing our mission on a national stage. They will foster a high-performance, inclusive culture, empowering our team and embedding our deep commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

We are looking for a visionary leader with executive-level experience in a charity, healthcare, or complex multi-stakeholder organisation. The ideal candidate will have a strong track record of strategic leadership, financial and operational management, and high-level stakeholder engagement. They will be mission-driven, collaborative, and passionate about making a genuine difference to the future of healthcare. At Imperial Health Charity, we believe that a diverse and inclusive leadership team is key to our success. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and from those who share our passion for creating exceptional care and better health, beyond what the NHS alone can provide.

Saxton Bampfylde Ltd is acting as an employment agency advisor to the Imperial Health Charity on this appointment. For further information about the role, including details about how to apply, please visit the Saxton Bampylde website using reference ABRTA. Applications should be received by noon on 10th March 2025.

Plantlife are the global voice for plants and fungi.  From the tiniest lichen to the mightiest oak, they shape our world.  Our mission is a world rich in plants and fungi.

The restoration of nature, at scale and pace, is vital to combating the interconnected crises of climate change, biodiversity loss, and societal and health challenges. Plants and fungi, at the heart of healthy and functioning ecosystems have the power to mitigate the impacts of climate change and rebuild a thriving natural world which supports the wellbeing of communities.

We believe that abundant and diverse plants and fungi must be our foremost consideration as we work to restore our depleted environment.

We are seeking a new CEO to guide us through this critical chapter for climate, nature and society.  Do you have the passion and energy to work with our talented and committed team as we tackle some of the most profound challenges of our time?  Can you harness your credibility, personality and networking and story-telling skills to help us grow our profile and influence, and to deliver impact in partnership with others?

What will you be doing?

The CEO will play a vital role in shaping the Plantlife of the future by providing bold and inspirational leadership, vision and strategic direction. The CEO will be the public face of the charity, a compelling ambassador capable of championing our vision and mission to a diverse range of audiences on a national and international level. 

Who are we looking for?

The successful candidate will be able to evidence their passionate interest and credible stature in relation to nature, climate and/or sustainability and combine this with proven leadership experience. They will also evidence the capacity and resilience to lead and grow a conservation charity in challenging circumstances. 

We would love to hear from you…. 

We have engaged Perrett Laver who will be conducting  an executive search process in parallel with the public advertisement of the role. 

For further information please go to Perrett Laver's website Perrett Laver: Chief Executive Officer