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Grade: Senior Manager 

Role: Senior Programme Manager, Europe

Hours: Full-Time (37.5 hours/week)

Type: Fixed Term Contract until 31st March 2027

Location: This job is open to candidates living in  France, Germany, Spain, Sweden  and the UK. Please note that we currently do not have the infrastructure to support visa sponsorship and you must have the relevant right to live and work in your country of residence.

Reports to: Programme Director, Europe

Hours per week: 37.5 - 40 hours/week (depending on country of residence)

Compensation: Salaries are benchmarked to the country of residence and mapped to years of experience. Please note that to counter inequity, salaries at CPI are non-negotiable. Salaries for this role in the countries where we have the infrastructure to employ staff are: 

• France: €90,054 - €103,909 

• Germany: €104,530 - €120,611

• Spain: €92,186 - €106,368

• Sweden: 1,028,089 kr - 1,186,257 kr

• UK: £82,937 -  £95,697

UK timezone preferred but not essential

Closing Date: January 5, 2025, 23:59 (11:59pm) Greenwich Mean Time 

ABOUT THE CENTRE FOR PUBLIC IMPACT

At the Centre for Public Impact, we believe in the potential of government to bring about better outcomes for people. Yet, we have found that the systems, structures, and processes of government today are often not set up to respond to the complex challenges we face as a society. That’s why we have an emerging vision to reimagine government so that it works for everyone. 

A global not-for-profit organisation founded by the Boston Consulting Group, we work in partnership with governments, philanthropy, civil society and communities to challenge the status quo, shift mindsets, and bridge the gap between people and those in power. 

CPI currently operates in four regions of the world, all stewarding CPI’s mission in different geographies: Asia, Australia & Aotearoa New Zealand, Europe, and North America. We are all supported by our Global Hub team, who provide leadership and partnership in relation to finance and operations, people and culture, and communications to our regional teams at CPI.

Our Values

• Curiosity - We champion exploration and creativity.

• Courage - We are authentic and brave in our decisions and actions.

• Collaboration - We share power and work together.

• Empathy - We embrace others’ perspectives and experiences.

• Equity - We disrupt systemic barriers to shift power.

Centre for Public Impact, Europe (CPIE)

Since its founding in August 2020, CPIE has built a rich portfolio of programmes working with public sector organisations, governments, academic institutions, charities and foundations across Europe to explore how we can make government and philanthropy more effective and trusted to work for everyone. We have grown from a team of 7 to a team of  16 and have been expanding our work as a programme delivery organisation working directly with governments, philanthropies and organisations on the ground. 

At CPIE, our culture is founded on the values and principles within our vision for government. So in everything we do we aim to be humble, open, empathetic, authentic, trusting and trustworthy, curious and to champion diversity and inclusion. We continually experiment with ways to embody our values, striving to share power and devolve decision-making to those best placed to make the decision. We challenge traditional hierarchies, adopt a strengths-based approach, and prioritize mutual support. As a team, we care deeply about each other and the work we do, and together we aim to foster  a culture of collaboration and respect. We are committed to embedding equity and inclusion not only in our programmatic work  but in the very fabric of how we work and relate to one another. 

At CPI Europe, our developing programme areas of strength are in:

• AI and digital transformation 

• Urban transformation 

• Climate action 

• Collective imagination practice

• Public service transformation

Over the next five years we will develop the following thematic areas:

• Creating the conditions for communities to flourish

• Advancing health and a culture of care 

• Envisioning life-affirming futures

ROLE OVERVIEW

Who are we looking for? 

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented senior programme manager to oversee the delivery of the two-year training programme funded through the AI Opportunity Fund. This role focuses on managing the implementation, budget, and contractual aspects of the program, ensuring its success in equipping underserved communities with essential AI and digital skills. 

As part of a  dynamic team working across diverse programs to advance CPI Europe’s strategy, this individual will thrive on building strong relationships within CPIE, across CPI’s regions, and within our Global Initiatives. We’re looking for someone who embraces the challenges and opportunities of a startup environment, where learning, adaptability, and building the plane as we fly it are all part of the journey!

Senior managers across all CPI teams are expected to:

• Independently own, hold and manage strong and trusting partner and stakeholder relationships

• Lead large, complex projects and/or own work streams of larger projects and develop high-quality deliverables

• Manage budgets, with good understanding of financial performance management, data analysis skill and comfortable with spreadsheet analysis

• Drive analytical and intellectual depth in work products, and proactively share our work with broader CPI teams and our global audience

• Support new business and partnership development and portfolio building for CPIE. Seek out fundraising opportunities and manage bidding and application processes

• Identify and proactively lead ideas around how we can work together more effectively as a team, supporting to build the culture of CPIE

Key Responsibilities and Core Comptencies :

 Program Leadership and Delivery

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of the two-year AI Opportunity Fund training programme, ensuring it adheres to agreed timelines, quality standards, and program objectives.

• Collaborate with training providers and grantees to implement the program effectively across multiple regions, addressing any logistical or operational challenges.

• Proactively manage programme  risks by identifying, assessing, and implementing mitigation strategies, while guiding and empowering the team to effectively understand and address potential challenges 

• Prepare and present detailed project reports to ensure stakeholders remain informed and aligned throughout the project lifecycle

Strategic and Financial Oversight

• Oversee the programme’s budget, ensuring efficient and effective allocation of resources in line with funding guidelines.

• Monitor and track financial performance, understanding trends and variances v budget.  Work closely with the project finance manager to review expenditures, providing regular updates and reports to funders and internal teams.

• Identify and mitigate financial risks, ensuring compliance with funding and organizational requirements. Manage contracts with grantees and training providers, ensuring all parties meet their obligations and deliverables.

• Act as the main point of contact for contract-related queries, resolving issues promptly and professionally.

• Ensure compliance with legal, financial, and reporting requirements outlined in agreements.

 Partner Coordination

• Build and maintain strong relationships with training providers, grantees, and other stakeholders, ensuring effective collaboration and alignment with program goals.

• Represent CPIE in discussions with funders and partners, providing updates on program delivery, impact, and financial performance.

Monitoring, Reporting, and Learning

• Track and report on programme milestones, deliverables, and financial performance to funders and stakeholders.

• Collect and analyse data on programme outcomes, using insights to adapt and improve  delivery.

• Share key learnings with the CPI team to inform broader organisational development and future initiatives. 

 DEIB and Collaborative Working

• Champion CPIE’s commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, embedding these principles in all aspects of programme delivery.

• Ensure the training programme is inclusive and accessible, with a strong focus on supporting underserved communities.

• Able to facilitate inclusive conversations up and across lines of cultural and positional differences

• Demonstrates empathy for government and the communities they serve to advance DEIB within systems that government influence

• Seeks, offers, accepts and takes action on feedback often including upward feedback to disrupt white supremacy workplace culture

• Cultivates a healthy team culture by addressing inequitable group dynamics, seeking to understand how decisions will impact different team members and facilitating transparent decision-making processes

• Work closely with members of the CPI Communications team to coordinate and provide input for press releases, blogs, reports, case studies, and other materials that highlight the impact of the AI Opportunity Fund, ensuring broad visibility and uptake of the programme’s work.

• Work with the CPI Knowledge, Learning and Impact team to track and evaluate key programme outcomes, ensuring that they align with strategic objectives and are communicated effectively to stakeholders. 

Thought Leadership & Business Development: 

• Proactively identifies opportunities to enhance CPI’s regional and team impact, including strategies for scaling, expanding, or innovating programmes, systems, or initiatives under their management

• Embraces change and contributes to more effective ways of working at a systems level

• Cultivates and strengthens partnerships with key partners and stakeholders, holding and creating lead relationships

• Partners with the Programme  Director  and leadership team to contribute to budget development and/or management

• Seeks out fundraising opportunities and manages bidding and application processes

People Development:  

• Uses deep knowledge of workstreams, teams, and role to influence our culture and strategy

• Provide mentorship and guidance to team members, building a high performing, supportive and collaborative working environment.

• Spends time training and coaching Associates, Senior Associates and Managers, including those outside their individual project teams as appropriate

• Helps others to manage the emotional impact of change - Demonstrating the ability to coach and mentor employees, providing guidance, feedback, and support to help them develop their skills, overcome challenges, and achieve their full potential. 

• Implements performance management processes that are fair, transparent, and objective. 

• Effectively managing conflicts within teams, fostering open communication, and facilitating collaboration. 

• Create a culture of consistent feedback with the team, encouraging their professional development, and actively seeking feedback to improve their own leadership practices.

Personal Development & Commitment to Continuous Learning: 

• Able to take a balcony view of systems in order to innovate and improve over time

• Manages time effectively, sustainably, and strategically to guide end to end management of team priorities

• Engages in regular self-reflection to identify strengths, areas for improvement, and personal goals to understand and get curious about their leadership archetype and its influence on their team. 

• Engages in reflective practice by critically evaluating experiences, projects, and outcomes. Identifying lessons learned, strengths, and areas for improvement, and using these insights to enhance future performance and contribute to organisational effectiveness.

• Actively seeks out learning opportunities and proactively acquire new knowledge and skills to stay up-to-date in a rapidly changing public sector and nonprofit/social impact landscape.

Programme, Contract and Risk Management: 

• Able to lead projects independently and confidently from conception to completion

• Manages partners and other stakeholder relationships while managing multiple projects at once.

• Serves as lead contract creator and collaborator with Internal Operations.

• Manages complex tasks, individuals, and stakeholders’ feedback exceptionally and openly

Qualifications: 

• At least 6 - 16  years of relevant experience. CPI welcomes a breadth of experience from individuals from  service-oriented environments

• A project management qualification is desirable, but not essential 

Experience: 

• Demonstrates expertise in program management, particularly in designing, implementing, and scaling innovative programs. 

• Proven experience in managing the full lifecycle of programs, including planning, implementation, risk management, monitoring, reporting, and evaluation, while ensuring quality standards and stakeholder alignment

• An awareness of good grant making practice and demonstrates the ability to effectively manage all stages of a grant making process, including designing and executing open calls, facilitating selection processes, overseeing delivery, and conducting thorough evaluations to ensure successful outcomes

• Strong expertise in managing program budgets, tracking expenditures, and ensuring compliance with funding guidelines, with a focus on mitigating financial risks and reporting to funders and internal teams.

• Demonstrated ability to manage contracts with grantees, providers and or partners, ensuring obligations and deliverables are met, compliance with legal and financial requirements, and fostering strong, collaborative relationships.

• Proven ability to establish and lead high-level strategic relationships with funders, delivery partners, and recipient organisations

• Proven ability to leverage analytical and creative problem-solving skills to navigate complex, multi-stakeholder environments, effectively addressing challenges and driving innovative solutions 

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to distill complex ideas for varied audiences and build trust with funders, delivery partners and team members

• A track record of fostering inclusive, high-performing team cultures, providing mentorship, managing conflicts, and creating opportunities for team learning and growth while maintaining transparency and accountabilityExperience embedding diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) principles into program design, team norms, and organizational practices, with a focus on creating inclusive environments and addressing systemic inequities.

• Experience in designing, implementing, or managing skills development and training programmes is desirable

Salary, benefits, and how to apply 

At the Centre for Public Impact, we are committed to countering pay inequality and recently completed a global compensation benchmarking process to develop fully localised salary bands and ensure that we're paying our staff fairly and well for the roles that they hold.  Therefore, salaries at CPI are non-negotiable and our bands are benchmarked to our staff’s country of residence.

In addition to a competitive salary, CPI Europe offers comprehensive benefits to its employees including a range of high-quality health, dental, and vision plans for individuals based on their country of residence;  pension contributions; dedicated professional development funds; a minimum 5 weeks paid leave policy under our  Flexibility with Responsibility policy; paid parental leave and extended illness leave; and a year-end organisation-wide closure. 

We are a remote-first workplace , this position requires minimal travel, with occasional domestic or international trips based on project needs (between 5 - 10%).

To advance our purpose of reimagining government so that it works for everyone, CPI seeks to attract and support a diversity of backgrounds, experience, talent and thought. For this reason, we encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. This includes candidates who have previously found it hard to be considered for other positions on the basis of their qualifications, disabilities, personal background or life events. If you would like to apply for the position but see a barrier to joining us, please do apply and we will work with you to find a solution. You can also read our full Diversity Equity and Inclusion Policy here.

We are using Applied in order to reduce bias in our hiring process and ensure that we are shortlisting candidates based on their skills and ideas. Please note that we do not ask for a cover letter and instead, this is the first round of the application which requires four paragraph-length answers. Your answers will be anonymized for review and your scores will determine if you're invited to interview with us. Although we ask for your CV, it will not be looked at until after your application has been scored. 

We understand applicants may need to use tools like ChatGPT as thought partners or for light assistance during the application process. However, we are looking for original work that reflects your unique perspective, skills and reflections borne out of lived experiences. Please do not submit content that is directly copied or heavily reliant on AI  as these will be flagged and marked down. We have a team of “actual people” who help with scoring your sift response as well as a system that helps us ensure applications maintain authenticity, so any AI-generated content should be thoughtfully integrated rather than directly pasted. 

CPI is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, caste, colour, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws.

Please apply by January 5, 2025, 23:59 (11:59pm) GMT preferably earlier to avoid last minute tech glitches. The application portal closes automatically and we will not be able to re-open it.

1.Background: 

The International Initiative for Impact Evaluation (3ie) promotes evidence-informed equitable, inclusive and sustainable development. We support the generation and effective use of high-quality evidence to inform decision-making and improve the lives of people living in poverty in low- and middle-income countries (L&MICs).

We provide guidance and support to produce impact evaluations and associated formative evaluations; systematic reviews and syntheses, evidence gap maps and support for using that evidence in decision-making and capacity development. Our work encompasses a wide range of topics, sectors and themes, including but not limited to health, nutrition, education, agriculture, governance, microfinance, climate change, humanitarian interventions, and social protection.

3ie is registered as a non-governmental organization in the United States. It has offices in New Delhi, London and Washington, DC. 

1.1 About RCC: 

The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) Research Commissioning Centre (RCC) has been established to commission and manage research to enhance development and foreign policy impact. The RCC provides support to FCDO teams for commissioning and delivering high-quality and impactful research. It addresses challenges associated with research bureaucracy, as highlighted by the Independent Review of Research Bureaucracy, by providing a streamlined process for commissioning and delivering FCDO-funded research. 

2. Summary: 

The International Initiative for Impact Evaluation (3ie) invites applications for the position of Finance Manager at the Research Commissioning Centre (RCC) funded by the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO). This is an important position, and the incumbent will be responsible for overseeing the financial operations and ensuring the efficient use of funds for research projects and programs. 

3. Key Responsibilities: 

3.1 Financial Management of RCC program: 

• Manages RCC financial operations including invoicing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and cost accounting. 

• Reviews monthly results against budgets with the program team and implements monthly variance reporting. 

• Develops and implements financial policies, procedures, and controls to ensure efficient and effective financial management within the RCC program 

• Designs, implements and manages processes to develop financial forecasts and reviews the variances from forecasts against actuals with the program team to take corrective action. 

• Produces financial reports (inc. month-end, year-end, management accounts, budget versus actuals, etc) for senior management and FCDO 

• Implements internal controls to mitigate financial risks. 

• Working with the Finance and Programme management teams to ensure grantees and suppliers are paid promptly and accurately and FCDO is invoiced on a timely basis. 

• Provides expertise in assessing Value for Money from the Economy perspective across the RCC and at the project-level. Acts as a Value for Money champion for the RCC.

• Supports the programme team to build out Value for Money processes as part of commissioning processes. Leads Value for Money reviews where appropriate.

3.2 Budgeting and Forecasting: 

• Assists in the development of budgets and their monitoring. Works closely with the technical team to monitor programme budgets. 

• Works closely with technical team for smooth and effective programme implementation and cash flow projections. 

• Works with the Programme Management team to create, implement, and monitor systems for budget pipelines and projections. 

• Develops and manages financial controls in accordance with the project’s procedures. 

• Prepares annual budgets in consultation with the Managing Director and RCC team. 

• Monitors and analyses monthly operating results against the budget. 

3.3 Reporting: 

• Coordinates the compiling of periodic and monthly financial reports and statements

• Ensure compliance with budgetary reporting requirements. 

• Responds to ad-hoc reporting requests in-line with RCC requirements. 

4. Qualifications, Skills & Experience 

4.1 Education & Work Experience 

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, accounting or related field – master's degree preferred. 

• 8+ years of experience in project finance with the minimum of 3 years of financial and budget management experience. 

• Relevant experience working in a similar finance role in one of the following sectors: charities, NGOs, international development, higher education or research institutions. Strong working knowledge of FCDO financial management policies, procedures and practices is a must. 

• Experience working with and integrating various financial systems and software programs such as Sage Intacct, with high degree of competency in MS Excel and other accounting packages 

• Experience in the development of financial systems and processes 

• Experience in creating, analysing, and presenting financial information in an accessible way, to senior management, staff members and donors 

• Proven ability to produce budgets and forecasts, conduct variance analysis, and produce management accounts. 

• Proven ability to handle multiple grants simultaneously, prioritise tasks, meet tight deadlines across a wide range of activities and work under pressure 

4.2 Skills: 

• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering work with a high level of accuracy

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage diplomatically and foster positive relationships in a diverse, multicultural environment.

• Ability to work both independently and in a team 
   

5. Eligibility 

3ie will recruit one individual for this position, with a preference for candidates who based out of United Kingdom or who have authorization to work in the United Kingdom. However, for outstanding candidates we are willing to make an exception.  

3ie is an equal-opportunity employer committed to equality and diversity. We do not discriminate based on sex, age, religion, ethnicity, caste, sexual orientation or for being differently abled. We particularly encourage ethnic minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. 
 

6. Terms of employment 
Candidates should be available to start work at the earliest after accepting an offer. The salary range for this position is competitive and commensurate with location, qualification and experience, within the applicable salary scale of 3ie. Our policies and procedures reflect our commitment to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults from abuse. We follow a zero-tolerance policy for any form of bullying or harassment in the workplace. 
 

7. How to Apply
Your application must include the following information*:

• A cover letter (not exceeding two pages) highlighting your qualifications and experience relevant to the terms of reference. Please include information about the country you are based in, and details of your work authorization for the UK. 

• Curriculum vitae along with names and contact information for at least three professional references.

• *Incomplete applications will not be considered.

The deadline for receiving applications is 12th January, 2025. Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

The Girls’ Network aims to inspire and empower girls from the least advantaged communities by connecting them with a mentor and a network of professional role models who are women. We have a large and growing network of supporters, mentors, schools and partners across eight regions of England.

We are now looking for a Senior Fundraising Manager to join our team.

THE ROLE

• We are going through an exciting period of development, with significant opportunity for growth within our corporate partnerships and high levels of interest to build-on and develop. The role would suit someone who is looking to work with a high degree of autonomy and who welcomes the chance to be innovative and strategic, whilst being supported to achieve their goals, working with our Fundraising & Communications team (currently four staff) and collaborating with our regional Network Managers.

About you:

• You will have at least five years relevant experience, ideally with at least three years working in corporate partnerships/fundraising and be able to demonstrate previous success in generating income and achieving targets. You will be an exceptional communicator with the confidence to work on your own initiative and to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• You will be well organised with excellent attention to detail, work well under pressure and have the ability to think both strategically and operationally. Experience of working with CRM systems is preferred.
• You have a good understanding of the disadvantages faced by both women and those from the least advantaged communities and have a drive to rectify the inequalities that currently exist.
• You understand the time and resource limitations of a small charity, and you thrive on the potential to make a real difference with your work.

Income Generation

• Account manage a portfolio of corporate partners and public sector organisations, to meet operational priorities and annual income targets, providing an excellent supporter experience
• Develop funding propositions and case for support to meet priorities, working closely with Head of Fundraising and Head of Programmes
• Collaborate with Network Managers on regional corporate partnerships, to ensure consistent supporter experience and identify opportunities for development, as appropriate.
• Manage prospect pipeline with a focus on priority sectors, working within wider capacity for new business
• Promote payroll giving and other employee fundraising activities and campaigns.
• Oversee calendar of third party events, liaising with external partners
• Provide internal management information and reporting to colleagues, as required.

Engagement

• Develop a suite of engagement materials working with Communications Manager and external suppliers.
• Collaborate with Communications Manager on annual communications plans, including fundraising campaigns in support of International Women’s Day and The Big Give.
• Work with Communications Manager to ensure regular updates to website and other digital channels (social, e-newsletters), identifying opportunities for partnership activities.

Stewardship

• Develop account management processes, ensuring timely impact reporting or other agreed deliverables.
• Ensure all donations and supporters are thanked in a timely and appropriate mode to their giving channel.
• Keep all relevant donor contact history and financial information up-to-date on Salesforce, ensuring adherence to GDPR and other relevant good practice.
• Work with Head of Fundraising & Communications and CEO to deliver appropriate partner recognition including events and other engagement activities.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE

Essential skills, knowledge and attributes

• Proven experience in the charity sector fundraising across income streams
• A skilled and confident relationship builder who enjoys maintaining and sustaining contacts
• Extremely well organised and self-motivated
• Business acumen – the ability to recognise opportunities to help achieve income targets
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Commitment to gender equality and social mobility
• Confidence managing stakeholders
• Resilience and optimism

Desirable skills, knowledge and attributes

• You are flexible in your approach to working with a small organisation and understand the time and resource limitations
• You have safeguarding knowledge
• You have experience of Salesforce or another CRM system

OUR BENEFITS

We want to help everyone achieve more at work as well as in their personal lives and in their wider career, so that they feel proud of the part they play at The Girls' Network. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity in employment and to developing working practices and policies that support work-life balance.

Benefits

• Pension scheme; employer contribution of 3% and employee of 5%
• 27 holiday days per year, plus public holidays (pro-rata)
• Extended and comprehensive sick pay policy
• Enhanced Family Leave pay policy

Learning & Development

• Annual training budget upon completion of your probation period (pro rata)
• Professional development support and allocated time off for training
• Continual learning and development through team days and whole staff training

The Way We Work

• Flexible working policy: we respect that people have commitments and provide flexible working hours through discussion
• A positive and supportive team culture, regular check-ins and optional social events
• Working from home allowance to support you with essential tech needs
• We support you with a Girls’ Network buddy who you can reach out to beyond the induction period

HOW TO APPLY

• Visit our website for the candidate pack and details on how to apply.
• Closing date is 9am Friday 3rd January 2025. Interviews will be held online on during the week commencing 13 January 2025.

Good luck with your application.

We are thrilled to be working in partnership with Spurgeons, who believe in creating brighter futures for children, young people, and families. Every service they offer supports those in need, empowering them to thrive.

As the Fundraising Manager Grants and Tenders at Spurgeons, you will play a vital role in driving the growth of Spurgeons voluntary income, with a target of reaching £5,000,000, and expanding the reach of their Family Hub services across the UK. 

This role is not just about numbers—it's about transforming lives. You'll lead a dynamic team of fundraisers, crafting compelling grant applications and proposals that resonate with Spurgeons mission. Your strategic thinking and proven track record in developing and managing grants will be crucial as you work alongside passionate colleagues to secure the funds that fuel our work.

The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate:

• Excellent experience in writing strong, emotive, persuasive copy for bids and proposals
• Experience of researching prospects and developing a pipeline
• Experience in developing mutually beneficial partnerships with key internal and external stakeholders
• Strong knowledge of best-practice fundraising techniques and commercial/business awareness
• Proactive and target driven. Comfortable being in a high performing, target driven environment. 

By month 3, you’ll have completed a detailed review and understanding of Spurgeons fundraising strategy. By month 6, you’ll have showed progress in increasing income through implemented strategies. By month 12, you’ll be able to demonstrate significant improvement in grant income and significant progress in Spurgeons’ grant and commissioned services strategies. 

This is an exciting opportunity to join a Partnership and Development team that isn’t just goal-driven, but fueled by creativity, passion, and a love for bold ideas to drive positive change! You’ll be part of a team that celebrates successes and believes in fostering a positive and supportive environment where everyone feels valued and inspired to do their best work. 

For more information, please contact Nick Thomas, Recruitment Consultant, Charisma Charity Recruitment. Your application should be submitted through the Charisma website and include your CV and supporting statement.

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

Closing date for applications: Sunday 19th January 2025

Please note applications are being reviewed and interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis. 

When a suitable candidate is found the role will close so please apply without delay to avoid disappointment.

A note from Charisma

Don’t feel like you meet all of the requirements?  We’d still love to chat, we’re a people first recruitment partner.  We specialise in charity recruitment with over 22 years’ experience working as a consultancy who support inspiring professionals find the perfect roles in transformational organisations

Remote, in the UK (must be available to travel to London team meet-ups once a month)

Who we are

Animal Equality is an international animal protection organisation working with society, governments and companies to end cruelty to farmed animals. Animal Equality has offices in the United Kingdom, United States, Germany, Italy, Spain, Mexico, Brazil and India.

Animal Equality releases investigative materials captured from inside factory farms and slaughterhouses, exposing the conditions that farmed animals face around the world. We publish our findings on television, in newspapers and online. We routinely secure mainstream media coverage, including on the BBC, ITV, Sky news, The Times, the Guardian, New York Times and many more.

Animal Equality also advocates for political change. Our current campaigns include a UK ban on foie gras imports, increased enforcement of existing animal protection laws, legal protections for farmed fish, and Government subsidies for transitioning towards a plant-based food system.

We focus on farmed animals because of the scale and severity of the issue. More than a billion animals are confined and killed for human consumption every year in the UK. Farmed animals also often suffer in some of the worst ways: pigs typically endure painful mutilations, many chickens die of heart attacks, fish are confined in underwater cages, and some farmed animals are victims of deliberate abuse and neglect. But the problem is solvable! By utilising effective campaigning strategies, Animal Equality is having an impact for animals around the world and building a future where all animals are respected and protected, and are no longer exploited for human consumption.

About the Role

An experienced advocate with a proven track-record, the Campaigns and Public Affairs Manager will play a vital role in overseeing, delivering and publicly communicating Animal Equality’s life-saving campaigns on behalf of farmed animals.

Working as part of a highly effective team, within a fast-paced environment, the Campaigns and Public Affairs Manager will lead on the media promotion and development of the organisation’s campaign strategies, cultivate relationships with decision-makers and members of the public, and coordinate imaginative and effective campaigns until Animal Equality’s mission becomes a reality: a world in which animals are respected and protected.

Salary and Benefits

Salary band £36,000-£38,000, depending on experience. This is a remote working opportunity (UK-based candidates only). The candidate will be expected to attend mandatory monthly team meet-ups one day per month, at their own expense.

• Holiday entitlement equal to 33 days per year (including standard public holidays).
• Personalised Employee Assistance Program (EAP): an Animal Equality-funded benefit that offers employees confidential counselling and advice on a wide range of work and personal issues. The program offers several services, such as a 24/7 confidential helpline and expert Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.
• Flexible hours, with the option to start between 8am-10am and finish between 4pm-6pm.
• Able Futures Support: The service is a nine month, practical and confidential support service for employees whose circumstances or mental health may impact their wellbeing or work. Employees can work with a mental health professional to deepen their understanding of how their mental health may impact them and will build coping skills and resilience to thrive at work.
• Yearly stipend to access learning and development resources, to help employees further grow their personal and professional skills.
• A free vegan lunch every month at the Animal Equality monthly meetups.

Apply now

For more information and to apply, please visit our website.

Closing date: 5pm GMT on 17th January 2025.

The interview process comprises a multiple-stage interview and Skills Test. The appointment process will run throughout February, with Animal Equality UK making an offer to the successful candidate that same month.

Job Title: Gardener Project Officer for Young Marketeers Plymouth

Position Type: Freelance

Reports to: Development Manager

Based at:Home-working and at schools in Plymouth

Working Hours: 14 days @ £165 per day from March – July (£2310); 8 x school gardening sessions at £110 per session plus 1 day planning @ £220 (£1100). Total budget £3,410 + expenses

Contract: Temporary 

Job Purpose

· To manage the delivery of Young Marketeers in Plymouth in four primary schools

Background to School Food Matters

School Food Matters (SFM) exists to teach children about food and to improve children’s access to healthy, sustainable food during their time at school. We provide fully funded food education programmes to schools. Our experience delivering these programmes informs and strengthens our campaigns, bringing the voices of children, parents and teachers to government policy.

Young Marketeers

This much-loved programme was started in London in 2012. It is now running in 12 cities across England and is funded by the National Lottery Community Fund for three years.  The programme provides hands-on opportunities for children from primary schools to grow fruit and veg from seed to sell at their local market. Young Marketeers is also a platform for School Food Matters to promote food education to schools and communities as a way to support children to live happy and healthy lives.  Children learn the art of growing veg from seed, and market traders will share their secrets on how to create a winning market stall.  Primary schools will be visited by our gardener in March/April and then again in May/June and receive further tips on how to ensure a bumper crop. And in July, they head to the market to sell their produce, and to meet the mayor!

Key Tasks include:

· Assist with recruitment of four schools to take part in Young Marketeers

· Build and maintain relationships with teachers, teaching assistants and senior leaders to ensure the smooth running of the project

· Build and support relationships with contacts in partner organisations

· Schedule, organise and deliver

o One assembly in each school

o Two food growing sessions in each school

o One market trader training session in each school

o Market Day in the city centre in July for four schools

· Maintain accurate records relating to the programme

• Complete monitoring and evaluation forms in accordance with instructions from our Evaluation team
• Take photos of workshops and events where possible
• Keep Development Manager fully updated on progress

· Keep up to date with safeguarding requirements and reporting procedures

• Maintain the ethos of the charity and positively promote our work at all times

Person specification

Essential  

· Experience of delivering food growing sessions to children

· Knowledge of fruit and vegetable growing

· Excellent administrative and organisational skills with great attention to detail

· Excellent IT skills including excel, word and email

· Experience of building relationships with partner organisations and individuals 

· Ability to work in a team, and seek help when needed

· Self-motivated and optimistic with a can-do attitude

Desirable  

· Experience of working for a charity or not for profit organisation

· Experience of working in primary schools and engaging children

We are working with an awesome charity who are looking for a passionate Corporate Partnerships Manager - account management - to join their team for an initial 9 month contract. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage high value existing and new business partnerships in order to deliver on partnership objectives and maximise income, support and awareness for the charity
• Support new business development and develop regional small business in line with objectives.
• Implement national, regional, and local corporate partnership initiatives.
• Develop and deliver innovative approaches to achieving fundraising targets and new opportunities for employee engagement.
• Lead on designated partnerships, projects, and events contributing to the partnership plan.
• Implement and maintain excellent communication procedures with colleagues and key stakeholders to coordinate delivery and raise awareness of partnership objectives and targets.
• Represent  the charity at corporate events as required.
• Administer appropriate income/expenditure procedures, produce monthly reports, and maintain accurate records of fundraising and other activity.

Person Specification

•  Understanding the corporate sector and raising funds and awareness from partnerships
• Appreciation of equalities and diversity and how it affects this position, the organisation and supporters. 
• Experience of working in a demanding and profit driven corporate/business, fundraising, sales or marketing environment.
• Managing profitable client/donor relationships within large and complex organisations/companies
• A proven track record in implementing and managing account plans and delivering financial targets.
• Experience of managing corporate relationships or equivalent.

What’s on offer:

• An initial 9 month contract
• A flexible hybrid or remote working pattern
• A salary of £40,000 is on offer

To be considered for this position please apply with your CV as soon as possible, regrettably please note we may not be able to reply to each and every application.

Whilst we do our best to get back to every application, due to the volume of interest this is not always possible.

We are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practises that ensure equal opportunity for everyone, regardless of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and will happily make reasonable adjustments to always ensure a fair process.

RIVET is a new social enterprise bringing together brands, influencers, and NGOs to fund and amplify youth-led social change. With 100+ years of experience elevating young changemakers, RIVET’s founders have seen firsthand that young people don’t lack talent or imagination; they lack access to resources.

In response, we have created the world’s first micro-finance platform focused on young social innovators, funded by youth themselves. This engine will transform young people’s everyday purchases into philanthropic power for their generation’s ideas to change the world. Created by, for, and with young people, RIVET represents the largest investment in youth-led social change. Ever.

As RIVET’s inaugural Director of Donor Engagement, you will help build and then lead the stewardship implementation for our 70+ major donors who serve on our Leadership Council, Youth Impact Council, and Youth Impact Fund, providing them with a meaningful experience that reflects our shared values and desired impact. RIVET’s operating budget is $2.5M, with most of that currently coming from philanthropic support. Our four-year sustainable business model strategy reflects an increasing reliance on brand revenue. The Director of Donor Engagement plays a critical role in helping us secure the capacity building funds needed to help the RIVET rocket get into orbit in the meantime. Your success is largely defined by donors renewing and deepening their support, and increasingly serving as an engine for RIVET’s expanded global impact. 

Title: Business Development Manager
Specifications: Permanent – Full time
Salary: £45,000 per annum
Location: Remote working (UK office located in Central London)
Closing date:  3 January 2025

Cochrane is an international charity. For 30 years we have responded to the challenge of making vast amounts of research evidence useful for informing decisions about health. We do this by synthesising research findings and our work has been recognised as the international gold standard for high quality, trusted information.

Cochrane has ambitious plans to raise funds to support our work to address the world’s most pressing health challenges. This role will work closely with the Head of Business Development to implement a strategic fundraising plan to make those ambitions a reality. 

We are seeking a self-starter; an experienced and energetic fundraiser with a proven track-record of successfully securing five and six figure gifts from a wide range of donors. You have experience of fundraising from global high-value trusts and foundations, as well as from government or multilateral donors (e.g. the European Union).   

You are an experienced donor account manager with excellent communication skills. You will promote best practice within your field of expertise and will work to ensure the highest quality and levels of efficiency. You are aligned with Cochrane’s core mission and vision, and you will be comfortable brokering relationships with representatives from key donors. 

Don’t have every single qualification? We know that some people are less likely to apply for a job unless they are a perfect match. At Cochrane, we’re not looking for “perfect matches.” We’re looking to welcome people to our diverse, inclusive, and passionate workplace. So, if you’re excited about this role but don’t have every single qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. Whether it’s this role or another one, you may be just the right candidate.

Our organisation is built on four core values:

Collaboration: Underpins everything we do, locally and globally.

Relevant: The right evidence at the right time in the right format.

Integrity: Independent and transparent.

Quality: Reviewing and improving what we do, maintaining rigour and trust.

You can expect:

• An opportunity to truly impact health globally.
• A flexible work environment
• A comprehensive onboarding experiences.
•  An environment where people feel welcome, heard, and included, regardless of their differences.

Cochrane welcomes applications from a wide range of perspectives, experiences, locations, and backgrounds; diversity, equity and inclusion are key to our values.

The Organising and Local Mobilisation (OLM) Manager is responsible for managing ongoing support to food banks as they organise and campaign for change. This varied, proactive, and fast-paced role will involve working closely with grant funded Local Organisers as part of the Trussell Trust’s Organising Programme, frequently visiting food banks and delivering online and in person training.

You will hold responsibility for providing direct support as food banks develop effective campaign strategies – covering local and Trussell Trust priorities – and ensuring they have the capacity, skills, and resources to deliver them. You will also work closely with other departments at the Trussell Trust and external partners to support food banks outside of the Organising Programme to influence locally and play a leading role in mobilising them to campaign for change.

Role responsibilities

· Network area-wide delivery of the Organising Programme

Lead and manage the delivery of OLM’s Organising Programme in your network area, recruiting food banks to join, providing in-person and online training and ongoing relational support to Local Organisers to ensure campaign strategies are developed and delivered.  Organise and lead area-wide training, clusters, or events for food bank staff and volunteers to promote co-operation and sharing of good practice around local influencing.

· Training, Learning and programme development

Play a key role in the design and delivery of a programme of training and other learning for food banks covering organising, mobilising, and influencing. Contributing to impact and process evaluations and assisting food banks involved to explore future sources of funding, as required.

· Supporting food banks to influence locally

Empower food banks to develop their local influencing work, triaging influencing issues and managing input from other relevant Trussell experts to provide ongoing support that enables the food banks to progress their influencing work.

· Mobilising food banks in the Trussell Trust’s campaigns

Support the development and promotion of national Trussell policy campaigns, working with other teams and external partners to engage the food banks you support in taking action – including how they might take ownership of campaigns locally and help shape those priorities.

· Internal stakeholder engagement

Project manage OLM’s involvement in assigned cross-organisational projects – e.g. a policy campaign or strategic project, ensuring the OLM tam are consulted, negotiating with other teams and making decisions accordingly.  As part of an area-based matrix team you’ll work closely with other food bank facing staff to ensure a joined-up approach to food bank support, effective communication, as well as sharing learning and best practice.

· External stakeholder engagement

Build and maintain strong relationships with food bank leaders, staff, volunteers, and trustees, as well as establishing effective partnerships with a range of stakeholders such as local authorities, community organisations, and churches.

Person Specification

Technical skills and minimum knowledge:

· Experience of delivering organising work and / or campaigning for change at a grassroots, local and / or national level.

· Excellent knowledge and understanding of the political landscape of your assigned area.

· A confident communicator with the ability to successfully influence and negotiate with a wide range of stakeholders, including food bank staff and volunteers, local authorities, community organisations, and churches.

· Knowledge and experience of a wide range of campaigning tactics, campaign planning and developing theories of change.

· Ability to develop and deliver training for organisers, trustees, staff and volunteers from food banks, including event management.

Behaviours and competencies:

· Demonstrate a commitment to the values of Trussell.

· Role models inclusive behaviour and values, including demonstrating empathy for people from disadvantaged, marginalised or socially-excluded backgrounds.

· Able to build effective relationships with people from diverse backgrounds and with differing life experience, including in contexts where Christian faith plays a major role part, and in which people of all faiths and none collaborate to make a difference together.

· Effective project management ensuring alignment with the Trussell vision and strategy and collaborative working to maximise integration and effectiveness of activities.

· Is tenacious, proactive, creative and propositional, and makes things happen.

· Able to solve complex problems; with a self-motivated and solutions-focused outlook.

Key Stakeholders

· Food banks, including local organisers, project managers, volunteers, and people they support

· The wider OLM team

· Network Area Teams, who support food banks in their day-to-day work, including Network Leads, Area Managers, Network Church Engagement Managers, Network Volunteer Engagement Managers, and Pathfinder Leads

· Grants team

· Participation team

· Policy, Research and Impact directorate

· Strategic Communications department

· Audience Insight and Engagement department

Director of Programmes

Salary – Highly competitive salary

Location – Hybrid working, split between the Foundation’s office in London and home.

Are you ready to make a significant impact in the world of sport and community development? Do you have the strategic vision and leadership skills to shape and deliver transformational programmes that leave a lasting legacy? If so, we’d love to hear from you!

About the Football Foundation

We’re the Football Foundation – the Premier League, The FA and Government's charity that helps communities improve their local football facilities through football grants. This means better games and more players - helping transform communities where demand is greatest, and impact will be strongest. We have ambitious plans and with the support from our funding partners, the Football Foundation is well-supported to continue to invest in community pitches and facilities across the nation. 

The role

The Director of Programmes will play a pivotal role in the strategic leadership and management of our Programmes Directorate. Reporting to the Chief Executive and working closely with the Board of Trustees, you will help shape the strategic direction of our key programmes and new business opportunities, driving meaningful progress and measurable results.

As a member of our Senior Management Team (SMT), you will support the CEO in steering the organisation towards continuous improvement and success, serving as a trusted adviser to the Foundation Group Board and Panels, and contributing to the Foundation’s overall strategic vision.

What are we looking for?

We’re looking for a dynamic and visionary leader with a deep understanding of sport, community projects, government strategies, and funding opportunities, underpinned by expertise in participatory sports development. You will bring extensive leadership experience, demonstrating a proven ability to manage performance, balance workloads, and foster positive, supportive team environments. Your skill in navigating multi-stakeholder environments will be essential, ensuring objectives are met, expectations are managed, and performance insights are communicated clearly and effectively.

With a track record of driving key strategies, leading impactful projects, and optimising resources for success, you will translate our organisational strategy into ambitious programmes that inspire partner collaboration and deliver tangible results. You will oversee the management and delivery of our core strategic initiatives, including grass pitches, multisport advisory services, and multi-pitch hubs, ensuring these programmes consistently meet and surpass their goals.

Building on your expertise in designing and delivering innovative programmes, you will take a lead role in developing tech-enabled post-award processes to ensure that grant awards achieve their full potential. By maximising the impact of our funding partners’ significant contributions, you will play a pivotal role in driving the long-term success and sustainability of our shared initiatives.

This is a unique opportunity to shape meaningful programmes that make a lasting difference, working within a collaborative and forward-thinking organisation dedicated to positive change.

Our Four Corners

We refer to our company values as our Four Corners:

· Fair Players – open and inclusive in our approach

· Star Performers – trusted to deliver

· United Team Player – collaborative and easy to work with

· Passionate Supporters – flexible and willing

If you share these values and have the necessary skills and experience for the role, then we look forward to hearing from you.

What can we offer you?

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

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

Equality and Diversity Commitment

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

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

How do I apply?

If this sounds like the role for you, please follow the steps outlined below to apply.

Please send the following to jobs @footballfoundation. org. uk

o CV

o Cover letter - please highlight briefly and clearly your suitability for the role, together with your reasons for applying (no more than one page of A4).

The closing date for applications is: 23:59, 19th January 2025

1st stage interviews via MS Teams are currently scheduled for 27th and 28th January

2025, with 2nd stage in person interviews to follow

Due to the volume of applications received for most roles, the Foundation only contacts candidates if they are shortlisted for interview. If you do not hear from us within two weeks of the closing date, you should assume your application has not been successful.

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

Education Programmes Lead

Vocabulous is looking to recruit a part-time member of staff to lead its regional training programmes, recruit more schools, and help develop the curriculum at both KS2 and KS3. 

We are looking for an innovative and enthusiastic individual who is passionate about improving students’ outcomes in literacy, and excited about revealing the patterns in English vocabulary to the next generation of students.

Position: Education Programmes Lead 
Location: Remote (infrequent travel to support schools in the North of England) 
Hours: Part time (2 days a week, can be flexible across the week) 
Salary: £35,000 (FTE) per annum 
Contract: Fixed Term Contract until Summer 2026, with possibility of extension dependent on funding 
Benefits: 5% pension contribution, 27 days holiday pro-rated (rising by 1 day per year of employment) plus bank holidays

Closing Date: 07/01/2025 at midday 
Interview Date: Mid-January 

Start Date: As soon as possible after appointment, can be negotiated 

The Role  

Vocabulous is an innovative online resource to aid targeted and explicit vocabulary teaching in Key Stage 2 and 3 English lessons. We are looking for a part-time member of staff to lead our education programmes. This will involve talking to new schools about using the site, working with schools to support them to implement Vocabulous in lessons and running regional training programmes to build networks of schools that are confidently and consistently teaching Latin and Greek roots.  

The other aspect of the role is to contribute to the development of the new KS2 and KS3 curricula. This will involve designing aspects of the new programmes, writing questions and resources, and planning changes in response to school feedback. Over the next couple of years, the programme is going to be split into a KS2 site and a KS3 site, with the KS2 site being launched in September 2025. 

We are a small organisation with a social purpose, so we are looking for someone who is excited about the job description, but who is also interested in learning more about all aspects of running an education start-up and keen to support Vocabulous’ strategy and growth beyond their job role.  
 

Key responsibilities include: 

Training and School Partnerships  

• Effectively represent and promote Vocabulous to school leaders, teachers and other stakeholders.  

• Ensure a smooth initial launch of Vocabulous in every school. 

• Organise and conduct online training for schools.

• Oversee the running of in-person regional training programmes, such as the existing North East Programme. 

• Recruit schools to participate in new programmes in target regions of the North West and Yorkshire. 

• Make visits to schools to provide on-going professional learning and support to teachers throughout the year.

• Monitor schools’ site usage and provide support to teachers to effectively embed the curriculum in their lessons. 

• Proactively recruit new schools to use Vocabulous and secure commitments from returning schools.

Programme Development  

• Content development for the new KS2 and KS3 curricula, including question writing. 

• Create new resources such as worksheets, certificates and comprehensions. 

• Oversee the curriculum plan, ensuring that key knowledge is revisited and skills are developed. 

• Make changes to the curriculum and resources based on feedback from schools. 

About You 

• You will be a highly motivated individual with excellent interpersonal and organisational skills.  

• You will have a proven track record of leading projects in education or a related field and experience of building effective relationships.  

• You will have experience of providing engaging and impactful training sessions, and bring a creative approach to planning resources.  

• You will be passionate about education and keen to support the strategy and growth of Vocabulous beyond your own job. 

• You will be a strong written and verbal communicator. 

• You will have a proven ability to work independently. 

• You will be a self-starter and quick learner. 

• You will be able to adapt and embrace a changing environment. 

• You will have experience of teaching English at primary or secondary level (desirable). 

You may also have experience in areas such as: Education Lead, Education Project Manager, Project Manager, Project Lead, School Partnerships Lead, School Partnerships Officer, Education Project, Education Programme, Training, Trainer, Teacher, Primary Teacher, Secondary Teacher or School Teacher.

How to apply

Please submit your CV (maximum 2 sides of A4) and a covering letter (maximum 1 side of A4) by midday on 07/01/2025 via CharityJob (you can also send it via email to Vocabulous) which should detail: 

• Your experience related to the job description. 

• Why you’re excited to work for Vocabulous. 

We are keen to receive applications from people who have experienced disadvantage and from those who are of Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities who are currently underrepresented in our organisation. 

All post holders are subject to a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service disclosure. 

Do you believe that everyone should be proud of where they live? The post will act as a focal point for hundreds of civic societies whose interests span everything from blue plaques to bulding design and who all strive to improve the areas where they live and work

Civic Voice is a national charity and you will report to the Board of Trustees. You will work remotely but work directly with our membership, promoting their work and providing opportunities for them to grow and develop. You will communicate the work of the movement to the wider world and translate this into policies and positions to ensure that the voice of the movement is heard. A significant part of Civic Voice's funding comes via membership subscriptions, but you will have a role in identifying additional sources of funding and you will supoprt the work of the Trustees and line manage staff, volunteers and consultants who may be appointed to support our work.

Title: Grants Associate – Europe 
Contract type: Fixed-term contract (parental leave cover): 12 months (flexible)
Location: Anywhere in Europe - with a preference for Berlin, London, Paris, Warsaw or Madrid (remote work possible) 
Salary: Euros 40,000–55,000 (depending on location/experience) 
Start date: Spring 2025

More in Common is seeking a Grants Associate based in Europe to help advance its mission to understand the forces driving societies apart, find common ground, and bring people together to tackle our shared challenges. The Grants Associate will work closely with More in Common’s leadership team in Europe as well as the United States to support grants management, tracking, and fundraising activities across the organisation.

ABOUT MORE IN COMMON
More in Common is an international research and civic non-profit set up in 2017 to build communities and societies that are stronger, more united, and more resilient to increasing threats of polarisation and social division. We conduct some of the most widely quoted research in our field by looking at public opinion through the lens of identity, values, and beliefs. We leverage our findings to apply interventions with partners to counter polarisation and build stronger shared identities across lines of difference.

With around 50 staff across seven countries (France, Germany, the UK, Poland, Spain, the US, and Brazil), each member of our team makes a vital contribution to our impact, and we put a strong emphasis on team selection and values.

Above all, we look for people who:

• Are strategic, rigorous, energetic, and creative
• Act with humility, generosity and integrity towards others
• Are committed to a process of ongoing learning
• Are able to think ahead and get big stuff done
• Are excited to work with heart as well as head
• Have direct experience with, and understand people from, different perspectives and backgrounds
• Have an interest in working in an international context

ABOUT THIS ROLE
More in Common is looking for a Grants Associate, a highly organised, mission driven individual who is as enthusiastic about identifying new funding opportunities and managing grant proposals as they are passionate about telling the story of our work to funders and partners.

This is a critical cross-functional role that will report to the Head of Development, and will work closely with More in Common’s Co-Founders, Country Directors, and Finance Team to ensure efficient grant management and to coordinate content development for internal and external reporting on grants. The Grants Associate will engage most closely with grants for More in Common’s European offices as well as cross-country grants on a wide range of issues from climate to migration and disinformation and more. 

This role is for someone who is:

• Agile and has an entrepreneurial mindset
• Committed to More in Common’s mission
• Comfortable working in and taking initiative in complex situations
• Enjoys process and project management
• Able to execute with precision and speed while still seeing the longer-term picture
• Experienced in working with grants, particularly, but not exclusively, from private philanthropic foundations
• Interested in both contributing to proposals and grants as needed and taking initiative to find new opportunities for funding Confident working with a dynamic, multi-cultural team and able to “manage up” to ensure grants requirements are understood and met
• Able to make the story of our work come alive in documents that stand out through crisp writing.

RESPONSIBILITIES
The Grants Associate will play a key role in supporting More in Common’s fundraising and grants management efforts across Europe. This fixed-term role (filling in for one of our colleagues who is going on parental leave) will focus on identifying new funding opportunities, developing relationships with funders, designing and managing multi-country grants, and providing fundraising and grants support to More in Common’s national teams.

Specific responsibilities include:

• Leading the development of multi-country proposals, including project design, team coordination, proposal writing, funder liaison, and providing fundraising support to country teams as needed
• Researching new funding opportunities, from a variety of sources, including foundations and public funds and staying abreast of developments in the philanthropic sector
• Working with More in Common’s Co-founders, Country Directors, and Head of Development to maintain and strengthen funder relationships
• Supporting priority multi-country projects, including project management, consortium or team collaboration, and facilitating learning
• Leading on reporting for strategic multi-country projects, working closely with country teams to gather information and tell the story of More in Common’s work
• Contributing to More in Common's strategic planning processes, bringing a cross-country perspective and ensuring that lessons learned from projects are integrated into future work
• Representing More in Common at external events and conferences across Europe
• Tracking More in Common’s fundraising pipeline and grant lifecycle and working with the Head of Development in compiling quarterly fundraising board reports
• Working with the Head of Development to improve grant and project management processes and develop grants capacity-building resources and trainings for the global More in Common team.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
We look for great people before we look for specific qualifications and experience. However, the following will be an asset for this role:

• 2+ years of professional experience working with grants – e.g., grant making, grant management, as part of a development team, or other similar work. Specific roles matter less than demonstrated familiarity with the grant application process and grant requirements.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills in English
• French language fluency a plus; German, Portuguese, Polish or Spanish also beneficial
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to prioritise, meet deadlines, and work calmly under pressure
• Can-do attitude and an ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Highly organised with strong planning and problem-solving skills
• Grant writing experience preferred
• Familiarity with the institutional funding landscape in European countries with More in Common offices (France, Germany, UK, Poland, and Spain) and at the EU level; familiarity with the US a plus
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and experience with Salesforce; experience with HubSpot is a plus

DIVERSITY + EQUITY + INCLUSION
The task ahead of us is daunting but we have a better chance at success if our team reflects a broad range of social and cultural backgrounds, beliefs, political persuasions and life experiences. We value diversity across many dimensions, including but not limited to race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, age, religious belief, military service, geography, and political orientation.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• This is a 12-month, fixed-term position (duration flexible), ideally starting in the spring of 2025
• Competitive salary, excellent benefits, and a generous leave policy will apply
• Personal learning and growth budget
• Remote working considered
• Travel to our country teams in Europe and to our annual global team retreat. 

APPLICATION PROCEDURE
The application deadline is 15 January 2025. Applications should include a cover letter (max 1 page) and a CV.