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We are looking for a Specialist Huntington's Disease Adviser to provide invaluable, specialist support and advice to people affected by Huntington’s disease. The role is 21 hours per week and is home-based, living in the Merseyside and Isle of Man area, but will involve extensive travel within the region and occasional travel across England and Wales. 

We are looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated person who is dedicated and committed to the welfare of families affected by Huntington’s disease, developing and improving the quality of care that they receive. You will need to have skills gained within a Health and Social Care profession. Your main responsibilities will be to offer specialist help, information, advice, support and education to everyone affected by Huntington’s disease and professionals involved in supporting them.

This is a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate to bring their knowledge, skills and experience to our organisation.

Some of your main duties will include:

• Undertaking a confidential needs-led assessment of the individual and/or carer, in consultation where necessary with other agencies.

• Working in a way that promotes safety and wellbeing. Identify and act appropriately where issues of risk, including safeguarding, arise and refer to the relevant leads and agencies where appropriate.

• Negotiating care and support to ensure the best possible service is provided by the appropriate agencies, monitoring the quality and effectiveness of service provision, and advocating where necessary on behalf of the recipient of services.

• Delivering training and information for professionals, ensuring that they have a comprehensive understanding of the needs of people affected by Huntington’s disease.

• Organising and facilitating educational and peer opportunities for families and professionals.

• Promoting and raising awareness of Huntington’s disease and the Huntington’s Disease Association.

• Establishing new peer support opportunities where a need is identified and to promote the online support services facilitated by the Huntington’s Disease Association.

​Learn more about the role of Specialist Huntington's Disease Adviser in the job pack included.

We are committed to equal opportunities in our recruitment process and in order to find out how well we are doing, we collect monitoring data. This will not form part of the selection process in any way and will be used for monitoring purposes only. The completion of this form is voluntary.

We are looking for someone with the ability to work in a way that promotes the safety and wellbeing of adults at risk, children and young people. We follow safer Recruitment practices to ensure we are safeguarding the people we work with. We require the successful candidate to provide two employment references and undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check for enhance disclosure before joining the charity.

Full details of how we securely handle the data you provide to us as part of the recruitment process can be found in our privacy notice for job applicants on our website.

Click on 'apply' to begin your application for the role of Specialist Huntington's Disease Adviser.

To ensure your consideration, please upload both a CV and cover letter. Your cover letter should include why you are applying for the role and how you meet the requirements of the person specification. The job description and person specification can be found within the job vacancy pack.

Applications submitted without both a CV and cover letter will not be considered.
 

Closing date for applications is Tuesday 11 March 2025, 9am. 
 

Interviews will be held in Liverpool on Monday 24 March 2025.

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We are looking to recruit someone with strong administration skills who is organised, a good communicator, and who is comfortable in prioritising workloads. This role would suit an efficient and diligent systematic thinker, with a solutions-focussed can-do approach, who is confident at using CRM databases, WordPress, Office 365, and who enjoys setting up and refining administrative processes. The candidate should have previous administration experience (paid or voluntary), and who is hard working, proactive, reliable, and honest. An eye for detail is especially important and you need to be comfortable using your own initiative and be able to motivate yourself in your home-working environment.

Key Responsibilities

The candidate will be responsible for administration at Soundabout which includes:

• Ensure that email enquiries are dealt with professionally, promptly, and appropriately.

• Source and maintain Soundabout merchandise stock; update online shop, process, and send orders.

• Maintain and update Soundabout equipment, keeping detailed inventories and organising essential maintenance such as PAT testing.

• Input, update, and maintain essential stakeholder, project, events, and evaluation data using Salesforce (CRM system)

• Schedule, circulate, and collate monitoring and evaluation related surveys using Salesforce and Office 365, providing results for reporting purposes as required.

• Managing project and event sign up processes using Enthuse (digital fundraising and event management system).

• Undertaking administration relating to project and training commissions, partnerships, and memberships. This includes confirmation letters, 121 agreements, partnership agreements, membership renewals, annual fee updates, and contact liaison.

• Supporting colleagues with storage and venue hire administration, including researching and booking venues, checking accessibility, collating, and ordering any refreshments or equipment required. 

• Supporting recruitment and human resources administration, including data inputting on Breathe HR (digital HR system), supporting DBS checks and reviews, tracking training requirements, tracking insurance renewals.

• Manage Soundabout zoom accounts including creating and disseminating zoom links and recordings.

• Maintain, organise, and work with colleagues to maximise the use of Soundabout’s Office365 systems.

• Supporting administrative tasks across the organisation as required. 

WHAG is a leading charity delivering quality support services to women, men and their families who are affected by domestic abuse, homelessness and young parents across the of North West England. Improving the safety and life opportunities of the people who use our services and supporting them in their recovery.

We support the people we work with to overcome the experiences they have had. We empower them to build up the skills and resources they need to take control of their own lives, access a tenancy of their own and maintain a quality of life in the long term. We give them the information they need to make positive choices about their futures.

As well as delivering courses to our staff WHAG delivers Healthy relationship training to employers and schools to assist in the education and prevention of Domestic abuse

Our Vision - To support and empower vulnerable women and those affected by domestic abuse 

Our Mission - End Domestic Abuse, Homelessness, and relationship breakdown.

Our Values - Empowerment, Choice, Change, Strength

Guiding Principles - Our guiding principles help define how we will act at all times through the development and delivery of WHAG in the future

Overall Aim

• To manage an accommodation and community service for  a young parent’s scheme.
• Providing a high quality and individual service to women and young parents who are vulnerable and homeless

The Team lead is responsible to the Head of Operations for the daily management and support of staff and overseeing effective support of clients. Liaising and building professional relationships with contract managers, agencies and other bodies offering support to clients

Requirements

· Qualification or equivalent to Diploma/ Degree/NVQ 5 or equivalent work level experience and the willingness to achieve a level 5, relevant qualification

· Ability to work across WHAG’s contract area and travel for training and meeting purposes.

· Access to a car for work purposes.

· Ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends when required and be part of an on-call - rota to support the service on call.

Job Description

The list does not cover the full scope of tasks and responsibilities of the team leader but illustrates some of the areas of emphasis for this post.

Key Objectives

The Team Leader will work with the Operations Manager to support the delivery of all operational aspects of WHAG, focusing on supporting the team and day-to-day delivery of commissioned and grant-funded work.

WHAG staff are part of a team providing practical and emotional support to individuals and families experiencing domestic abuse, sexual violence, women, and young parents experiencing or at risk of homelessness.

You will ensure that all work is carried out within contractual requirements, and this involves multi-agency working, and engaging with local partners. You will work effectively with the Operations Manager to lead on allocated working priorities, which may include accommodation and community-based teams, both grants, funded and contracted.

This will include, for example, 24/7 access to support, the intake of enquiries and allocation of referrals, outreach, and accommodation support, working with individuals and children.

You will provide supervision, case management, and case quality audits and database oversight and will deputise for other team leaders (in your area) in their absence.

Working in partnership with the HR team you will support the effective recruitment and, onboarding induction of staff and volunteers in the areas, you are responsible for.

Support the monitoring and evaluation of the effectiveness of the service budget, financial sustainability and impact of all products and services.

Proactively seek new opportunities, and innovative ways of working and achieve the defined aims and objectives.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• To lead and manage WHAG’s young parents project ensuring the projects work in line with WHAG strategies resources and procedures to operate effectively and in line with agreed policies and plans.
• To ensure the safeguarding of all clients and their children

• To work with the head of operations in providing consistent and responsible line management.
• To provide individual supervision and appraisal to staff for whom you have direct line management responsibility and to organise regular team meetings.
• To input into setting and controlling of your project’s budgets.
• To take part in the recruitment of staff and volunteers
• To be responsible for staff training and development needs.
• To ensure that all service users have appropriate and up to date risk assessments in line with WHAG’s policy and procedure and to ensure that working practices are developed and implemented based on these assessments.
• To ensure that all staff members work, at all times, in accordance with agreed service specifications, operational policies and other policies and procedures of WHAG.
• To monitor and develop the support services in line with the QAF and contract requirements
• To ensure Health and Safety good practice throughout the Services and that all staff implement WHAG’s equal opportunities policy.
• To positively promote and represent WHAG. Take an active part in relevant meetings
• To accept supervision and appraisal in line with WHAG’S policy and be prepared to pursue identified training needs.

Responsibilities shared with all staff

• To ensure that the values and principles underlying WHAG’s services are maintained and developed.
• To participate in regular supervision and annual appraisal and help in identifying your own job related development and training needs
• To work at times other than office hours to attend meetings, participate in networks, fundraising events and ensuring that the service is accessible.
• To undertake any other duties that may be required which are appropriate to you role
• To be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
• To provide on-call management duties as part of a rota.

WHAG is a leading charity delivering quality support services to women, men and their families who are affected by domestic abuse, homelessness, and young parents across the of Northwest England. Improving the safety and life opportunities of the people who use our services and supporting them in their recovery. 

We support the people we work with to overcome the experiences they have had. We empower them to build up the skills and resources they need to take control of their own lives, access a tenancy of their own and maintain a quality of life in the long term. We give them the information they need to make positive choices about their futures. 

As well as delivering courses to our staff WHAG delivers Healthy relationship training to employers and schools to assist in the education and prevention of Domestic abuse.

Our Vision - To support and empower vulnerable women and those affected by domestic abuse.  

Our Mission - End Domestic Abuse, Homelessness, and relationship breakdown. 

Our Values - Empowerment, Choice, Change, Strength 

Guiding Principles - Our guiding principles help define how we will act at all times through the development and delivery of WHAG in the future. 

Overall Aim

• To provide a comprehensive administration service for Wigan DA Safe accommodation service and WHAG office bases.
• To provide administrative support to the highest quality, using reflection to improve practice and outcomes.
• To ensure WHAG policy and procedure is followed at all times.
• To ensure safe working practices and to act as a point of contact for WHAG facilities and contractors.
• Assist in the development and implementation of administrative processes to improve efficiency.

Requirements

• Relevant administrative qualification or equivalent to Diploma/ Degree/NVQ 3 or equivalent work level experience and the willingness to achieve a level 3 relevant qualification.
• Ability to work across WHAG’s contract area and travel for training and meeting purposes.
• Access to a car for work purposes.
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends as part of a rolling rota/ when required.

Job Description

The list does nott cover the full scope of tasks and responsibilities of the service Administrator but illustrates some of the areas of emphasis for this post.

Key Objectives

• To be accountable and responsible to the Wigan DA Team Lead, Operations Manager and ultimately the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for the effective administration support at WHAGs Services.
• To ensure that the delivery of the administration service for the organisation, clients, funders and stake holders is underpinned by a commitment to anti-discriminatory practice and equality of opportunity.
• To ensure the working environment meets health and safety requirements.
• To work within the organisations policy and procedure underpinned by WHAGs values, Empowerment, choice, change and strength.

Key tasks and Accountabilities

• To provide administrative support to WHAG’s service using Information technology, general office equipment and databases. Carrying out project filing, shredding as required.
• To support the ordering of office equipment, stationery, and Project/housing stock using purchase order process.
• Organise and co-ordinate the Registered Provider maintenance and repairs and work with the facilities team lead to report and co-ordinate maintenance and repairs of WHAG properties and RP repairs that WHAG are responsible for.
• To support the turnaround and maintenance of WHAG’s dispersed properties.
• To ensure financial records, including banking of Project monies, are processed in line with Policy and Procedures.
• To maintain postal system as operated by WHAG, both incoming and outgoing post.
• To provide a reception service, including dealing with enquiries in person, by telephone and e-mail
• Provide administration and reception support in service.
• Maintain accurate and up to date administration records, prepare and edit documents as required following WHAGs corporate guidelines.
• To ensure the office and working environment meets Health and Safety requirements.
• Carry out weekly health and safety checks and support service staff to carry out service H&S checks.
• Coordinate, Fire risk assessments, PAT testing etc. as required and keep up to date records of these tasks.
• Work to WHAG ‘s policy and procedure and assist in development of implementing new administrative procedures following WHAG brand guidelines.
• Support service staff with IT and database queries.
• Assist with the organising of meetings , activities and events, supporting with minutes when required.
• Support with data collection for service reporting requirements.

Responsibilities shared with all staff

• To ensure that the values and principles underlying WHAG’s services are maintained and developed.
• To participate in annual appraisal, regular in-house supervision and help in identifying your own job-related development and training needs.
• To work at times other than office hours to attend meetings, participate in networks, fundraising events and ensuring that the service is accessible.
• To undertake any other duties that may be required which are appropriate to your role.
• To be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
• To work at times other that office hours to attend meetings, participate in networks, fundraising events and ensuring that the service is accessible.

Prospectus is delighted to be partnering with an independent grant-making charity based in London to recruit for a permanent CEO to lead them on a part time basis (0.6 FTE / 22.5hours per week). This is a stand-alone position, with no staff to manage. The role is predominantly a home-based role however it will require local travel to attend meetings at Heathrow and in the surrounding boroughs.

The purpose of the role is to own, develop and deliver against their strategy. The CEO will ensure the successful day-to-day running of the operations and ensuring it maximises its impact. The board are seeking to appoint an individual who will increase the available grant funds through securing new sources of income. The CEO will act as an advocate and raise the charity’s profile, ensuring meaningful relationships in the local community and with stakeholders, including their main funders.

This is a dynamic, hands-on role where the individual will be solely responsible for managing all aspects of day-to-day operations while also driving the charity’s strategic initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess a unique ability to pivot seamlessly between strategic charity leadership and the practical, operational aspects of running an organisation. The CEO must be comfortable with both setting the long-term direction and ensuring the smooth execution of daily tasks, ensuring alignment between vision and operations.

The successful candidate will have proven leadership experience from within a charity, not-for-profit or business environment and will bring a passion for working in the charity sector and supporting the local community. A self-starter, you will have demonstrable experience of building strong relationships and partnerships with a variety of organisations such as not-for-profits and corporates. You will have the ability to present to the Board of Trustees when required and be confident liaising with senior level stakeholders. You will have a good understanding of budgeting and financial management to ensure financial sustainability and the overall smooth running of the charity.

To apply please submit your CV and a supporting statement, preferably in Microsoft Word/PDF format. The statement should outline your motivation for joining the charity and why you feel you would be a good fit for this role. You should also demonstrate your experience and skillset with examples relating to the essential requirements of the role in the Appointment Brief. If you have any further questions or would like to know more about this opportunity, please contact Steven Fraser from Prospectus.

Candidates who are invited to interview will need to be available for an in-person interview in London (Heathrow) on Wednesday 26^th March.

As a specialist Recruitment Practice Prospectus are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Prospectus invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application.

Prospectus are proud to support a leading adult social care residential home that is dedicated to the support of members of the arts professions to support their new Appeal Officer recruitment. This organisation is working with Prospectus on a confidential search ahead of a capital campaign. If you are an amazing communicator, interested in working with leading UK figures and joining a supportive team, read on!

The Appeal Officer will be an exceptional relationship builder who will play an essential role in coordinating the logistical and administrative efforts of the upcoming capital campaign. You will work closely with the Appeal Director, senior leadership, donors, and volunteers to ensure successful execution  of the new fundraising campaign at every stage.

The selected candidate will ideally have experience in fundraising, project management or production coordination in performing arts. You will have a passion for the performing arts, exceptional project management skills, and the ability to coordinate multiple moving parts in a fast-paced environment. In addition, you will ideally have experience of working with donor or sales management systems and will have an excellent eye for detail and flair for enticing, professional communication in-person and in written form.

This position offers the opportunity to contribute directly to the growth and sustainability of a beloved organisation while supporting key relationships with donors and supporters.

At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process, then please contact Flora Cunningham at Prospectus. If you feel you meet some of the criteria but not all, we really hope you'll enquire and learn more.

Prospectus can advise and support on each part of the role and hopefully your application, so we look forward to hearing from you. In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will arrange for a meeting to brief you on the role. You'll then have all the information you need to formally apply. We are looking forward to connecting with you soon.

About the role

• You will be coordinating an innovative tenant-led partnership in Manchester, called Ageing Well in Place in Hulme. This is a rare opportunity to work on a genuinely tenant-led co-creation partnership that is achieving significant community mobilisation and positive outcomes among social housing tenants.
• You will work together with tenant committees and older and vulnerable people in high rise social housing accommodation to encourage social participation, build confidence and capacity, and facilitate peer support and leadership development.
• You will work closely with tenants to realise their ideas and aspirations for their block, their physical environment and neighbourhood, and their own wellbeing.
• You will convene quarterly multi-agency Ageing Well in Place partnership meetings and support tenants to build constructive relationships with local agencies and providers to achieve their goals.
• You will work closely with an Independent Living Outreach worker who will deliver one-to-one casework support to tenants at the same accommodation blocks.

About you

• You have excellent relationship building skills and experience of working with disadvantaged groups of people to take collective action to achieve positive outcomes for people and communities.
• You enjoy organising social activities and events in response to community priorities, interests and needs.
• You have an organised and strategic mindset and the professionalism to foster positive working relationships between community, voluntary and public sector organisations and representatives.
• You cope well with conflict and have a calm and grounded approach, with the ability to mediate different perspectives to come to positive collective agreements and ways forward.

About CLASS

• CLASS is a Manchester-based registered charity that exists to support a network of place-based community associations called Community Savers.
• CLASS exists to build the strategic and financial capacity of tenant, resident, and community groups and neighbourhood forums to achieve better outcomes for their local area. We support a range of community-catalysed and community-led initiatives and co-creation partnerships.
• CLASS works in alliance with the Community Savers leadership in all that we do.
• CLASS is the lead convening agency for the Ageing Well in Place in Hulme partnership which is a tenant-led initiative focused on the co-creation of innovative solutions for ageing well in place at height in social housing with a range of voluntary and public sector organisations.
• CLASS values wellbeing, family life, and work-life balance. We offer attractive Terms and Conditions relating to flexitime, annual leave, and a NEST Pension scheme with 10% employer contribution.

WHAG is a leading charity delivering quality support services to women, men and their families who are affected by domestic abuse, homelessness and young parents across the of North West England. Improving the safety and life opportunities of the people who use our services and supporting them in their recovery.

We support the people we work with to overcome the experiences they have had. We empower them to build up the skills and resources they need to take control of their own lives, access a tenancy of their own and maintain a quality of life in the long term. We give them the information they need to make positive choices about their futures.

As well as delivering courses to our staff WHAG delivers Healthy relationship training to employers and schools to assist in the education and prevention of Domestic abuse

Our Vision - To support and empower vulnerable women and those affected by domestic abuse 

Our Mission - End Domestic Abuse, Homelessness, and relationship breakdown.

Our Values - Empowerment, Choice, Change, Strength

Guiding Principles - Our guiding principles help define how we will act at all times through the development and delivery of WHAG in the future

Overall Aim

• To provide activities and support for children and young people across all Wigan DA safe accommodation including core refuge dispersed refuge, complex needs and resettlement.
• To work with families to improve parenting and parent child relationships.
• To ensure the service is delivered to a high standard following WHAG policy and procedure paying particular attention to: H&S, Child and Adult Safeguarding and confidentiality practice.

Requirements

• Relevant qualification CYP/Domestic abuse or equivalent to Diploma/ Degree/NVQ 3  or equivalent work level experience and the willingness to achieve a level 3 relevant qualification
• Ability to work across WHAG’s contract area and travel for training and meeting purposes.
• Access to a car for work purposes.
•  Ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends when required..

Job Description

The list does not cover the full scope of tasks and responsibilities of Children’s Worker but illustrates some of the areas of emphasis for this post.

Key Objectives

• To be accountable and responsible to the team lead, Operations Manager and ultimately the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for the effective support, empowerment and advancement of clients. 
• To ensure the working environment meets health and safety requirements.
• To ensure that the delivery of the service to clients, funders and stake holders is underpinned by a commitment to anti-discriminatory practice and equality of opportunity.
• To work within quality assessment frameworks, associated regulations and WHAG’s policy and procedure.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

1. To create a safe, supportive, and welcoming environment for children and young people in refuge services in Wigan.

2. To plan and provide one to one and group play sessions for children of all ages to develop the skills required to work though their experiences of domestic abuse.

3. To take an active role in organising/ leading play activities during school holidays and after school.

4. To provide fun and creative activities for families that nurtures the child and parent relationship.

5. To provide childcare to enable the parent to speak openly in support sessions and protect the children.

6. To support positive parenting by providing parenting support and programmes.

7. To provide practical information and assistance to women about local services for children, such as children’s centres, nursery or schools.

8. To work closely with DA Support Workers to maintain a multiagency approach to safeguarding with TAF and Children’s Social Care.

9. To undertake risk assessment for all activities to ensure that all health and safety requirements are met.

10. To ensure that any issues in relation to safeguarding children or vulnerable adults are brought to the immediate attention of team lead and Designated safeguarding Officer.

11. To set up and maintain library of child and parenting resources to be accessed by families.

12. To support and supervise students or volunteers.

Responsibilities shared with all staff

• To ensure that the values and principles underlying WHAG’s services are maintained and developed.
• To participate in regular supervision and annual appraisal and help in identifying your own job-related development and training needs.
• To work at times other than office hours to attend meetings, participate in networks, fundraising events and ensuring that the service is accessible.
• To undertake any other duties that may be required which are appropriate to your role.
• To be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Job Title: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Responsible to: Board of Trustees
Working Hours: Part-time – 18 hours per week
Salary: £19,656 per annum (£40,950 FTE based on a 37.5-hour week)
Base: Home-based with occasional travel

About Us
Pathfinders Neuromuscular Alliance is a user-led organisation that promotes independence, choice and quality of life for teenagers and adults with muscle-weakening conditions. We empower individuals to take control of their health, access opportunities and contribute to their communities.

Rooted in the social model of disability, our work is driven by collaboration, lived experience, and evidence-based practice. Together, we champion choice, inclusion and better services for our community.

The Opportunity
We are seeking an exceptional and visionary Chief Executive Officer to lead Pathfinders Neuromuscular Alliance. The CEO will be the public face of the organisation, building strong relationships with stakeholders, advocating for the voice of adults with muscle-weakening conditions and driving the organisation’s strategic vision.

This is a unique leadership opportunity for someone with lived experience of muscle-weakening conditions to shape the future of a dynamic and impactful organisation. You will ensure the charity’s sustainability, provide operational oversight and work collaboratively with the Board of Trustees, staff and beneficiaries to meet the priorities of our community.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver and implement the strategic vision of the organisation.

• Represent Pathfinders as its public face, advocating for the needs and voices of adults with muscle-weakening conditions in public, media, and campaign spaces.

• Build partnerships and networks across sectors, fostering collaboration to support our mission.

• Work with trustees to oversee governance, ensure statutory compliance and risk management - building a culture of open communication with the trustees. 

• Build teamwork and co-operation within the Charities Management Team

• Manage an appropriate risk management policy and ensure all policies are relevant and up to date.

• Oversee fundraising initiatives to secure sustainable income, working across diverse funding streams.

• Manage organisational finances, including budget preparation, financial oversight, and reporting to the Board and funding bodies.

• Be responsible for budgeting and oversee payroll, HR and contracts.

• Be able to manage projects and add extra project delivery capacity when needed.

• Foster a positive and inclusive culture among staff and volunteers, ensuring alignment with Pathfinders’ mission and values.

Person Specification

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Lived experience of muscle-weakening conditions

• CEO experience, or equivalent within a large organisation

• Experience of successfully working with Boards in order to ensure the current and future success of the organisation

• Strong financial management skills, including budgeting, reporting and risk assessment.

• Experience in fundraising, securing income from a range of sources (e.g., trusts, corporate sponsors, and community support).

• Knowledge of charity governance, safeguarding, data protection and compliance requirements.

• Excellent communication skills, with experience of building relationships with stakeholders and engaging with diverse audiences.

• Understanding of human resources and personnel management.

Desirable Attributes:

• Confidence in public speaking and in writing, with the ability to represent the organisation in high-profile spaces.

• Strategic thinking with the ability to identify trends and opportunities to advance the charity’s mission.

• Empathy, adaptability and a collaborative approach to leadership.

• Proficiency in IT tools and financial software.

Our Values:
Pathfinders Neuromuscular Alliance is built on the principles of:

• Enabling and encouraging independence.

• Being user-led and collaborative.

• Rooted in the social model of disability.

• Valuing shared lived experiences.

What We Offer

• A unique leadership opportunity within a values-driven, user-led organization.

• Flexible, home-based working arrangements.

• The chance to make a significant impact on the lives of individuals with muscle-weakening conditions.

How to Apply
To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your lived experience, leadership skills and vision for the role. Applications close on Tuesday 11th March at 6pm.

Are you a creative storyteller looking for a role with purpose?

We are recruiting for a creative and strategic Digital Storyteller to communicate our mission & impact to stakeholders and increase our visibility across multiple digital platforms.

You’ll be skilled at creating engaging and interesting content using short form video, photography, audio, graphics, and written copy – telling our story in a way that engages audiences, strengthens our brand identity, and inspires action.

You’ll need to be a people-orientated communicator, building relationships with our team, volunteers and families at HOST to create content that communicates who we are, our values and the impact we make. We are often working in sensitive environments, so you’ll need to work with empathy, understanding and confidentiality.

Hours:  18 hrs/week
Salary:NJC 13 (Currently £28,163 pro rata – actual salary £14,081 p.a.)
Contract:Fixed-term 18 month contract
Location:Hybrid working model, with regular location-based work within Manchester

We accept applications by CV & covering letter, or alternatively as a audio or video recording if this works better for you!

About the Role

• We are looking for an experienced Independent Living Outreach Worker to join our Ageing Well in Place in Hulme Partnership team.
• You will be carrying out one-to-one case work with older and vulnerable people living in high rise social housing in the neighbourhood of Hulme, Manchester.
• You will be working together with tenant committees and an Ageing Well in Place Development Worker to increase service access, household income, and overall wellbeing, as well as improve integration and effectiveness among local providers.

About you

• You have good interpersonal skills and a proactive, systematic approach to achieving positive outcomes for older or vulnerable adults.
• You are experienced in enhancing the ability of older and/or vulnerable people to live well and with independence in the place they call home.
• You will have a passion for confidence and capacity building and for working with diverse people to achieve improved levels of wellbeing.

About CLASS

CLASS is a Manchester-based registered charity that exists to support a network of place-based community associations called Community Savers. CLASS works in alliance with the Community Savers leadership in all that we do.

CLASS exists to build the strategic and financial capacity of tenant, resident, and community groups and neighbourhood forums to achieve better outcomes for their local area. We support a range of community-catalysed and community-led initiatives and co-creation partnerships in Manchester, Stockport, and Sheffield.

CLASS is the lead convening agency for the Ageing Well in Place in Hulme partnership which is a tenant-led initiative focused on the co-creation of innovative solutions for ageing well in place at height with a range of voluntary and public sector organisations.

CLASS values wellbeing, family life, and work-life balance. We offer attractive Terms and Conditions relating to flexitime, annual leave, and a NEST Pension scheme with 10% employer contribution.

Are you a visionary and creative Marketing and Communications leader, used to navigating complex organisations and communicating with multiple audiences and stakeholders?

Then, this could be your next big adventure.

We're working with a charity that has a simple mission; to help children and young adults with the most complex needs, and their families, live their best lives. As the new Head of Marketing and Communications, you'll have an extraordinary opportunity to help bring this mission to life, by raising awareness, engagement, and support for the charity.

Salary: £57-64k, open to appointment across the band dependent on experience
Contract: Permanent, either full time or reduced hours considered (e.g. 4 days)
Location: Hybrid, between Cheadle Hulme base and home
Benefits: 25 days holiday (+bank), 4% employer pension,
Culture: Genuinely flexible, life and family-friendly culture, employee assistance programme, onsite gym and yoga classes

About the charity

From its world-class campus, this unique organisation provides exceptional education and care for children and young adults with the most complex and profound needs, driven by an amazing workforce.

The charity is midway through the largest fundraising appeal in its 200-year history, and the largest by any similar charity in the UK. It will see the campus become a national centre of excellence for the education and residential care of children and young adults with the most complex needs. Their brand-new state of the art school building is now open, and a college capital development on the way in 2026.

About the role

This senior role offers the chance to make real and significant impact, working alongside an empowering Director who believes in enabling you to succeed.

You'll oversee brand, digital presence, content strategy, and public relations, leading a talented team to create impactful campaigns with values at their core.

Strengthening relationships with key audiences (families, donors, advocates, media, local and national government and policymakers) is a critical part of the marcomms mission.

Your responsibilities will be varied and guaranteed to keep you entertained:

• Develop and implement an integrated marketing and communications strategy.
• Enhance brand identity, visibility and the charity's profile.
• Support growth of the fundraising supporter base.
• Manage multi-channel campaigns that deliver results.
• Leverage data to drive engagement.
• Oversee internal communications and staff engagement activity.

About you

You're a compassionate and inspiring leader, with a proven track-record in marketing and communications, preferably in the nonprofit sector.

You lead with values and create a positive culture of accountability, where people feel safe to try new things, are encouraged to play to their strengths and empowered to find their flow.

You're comfortable with ambition and stretch, confident meeting targets, but most importantly, able to demonstrate clear outcomes and impact.

To apply, you'll need to demonstrate a good spread of skills and experience across the marcomms mix and leadership of a multi-skilled team. We're looking for tangible evidence of working across complex organisations (with multiple stakeholders and audiences).

This is a genuinely unique opportunity to join one of the most exciting and ambitious charity teams outside London. The potential is huge - in terms of both your impact as a marketeer and professional development.

If your next adventure is calling, please get in touch with a copy of your profile or CV to Amelia Lee at Charity People.

Deadline: 9am on Thursday 6th March
Interview dates will be confirmed soon

Charity People actively promotes equality, diversity and inclusion. We match charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the charities we work with.

Chief Executive Officer

This is a unique opportunity to join an international children’s charity as its Chief Executive Officer, making a real and lasting transformation in the lives of children in Darfur, Sudan. 

Position: Chief Executive Officer

Location: Remote (with the role involving occasional travel to Surrey)

Salary: £60,000 - £90,000 (subject to experience)

Hours: Full time (37.5 hours)

Contract: Permanent 

Closing Date: Thursday 13th March, the client reserves the right to interview before the closing date so please apply asap.

About the role: 

This is a crucial position as it will be your responsibility to ensure the growth of the charity, enabling us to support even more children and their families in Darfur, Sudan. You will be an experienced and highly motivated leader overseeing the overall development of the charity, ensuring its continued success in its next phase of the charity’s growth. You will oversee the charity’s budget to ensure the long-term financial sustainability and be responsible for the charity’s fundraising, grants, individuals and our events. You will lead a passionate and dedicated team including working with our volunteers, both in the UK and in the USA and Australia. You will also play a key role in building relationships with donors, potential donors, corporates and other stakeholders. 

You will work closely with the Country Director (currently our Founder) for Darfur and oversee projects and assist recruitment in Sudan as soon as it is safe to do so. At present our Sudan staff are working from outside the country as Darfur faces extreme violence. Projects within Darfur are implemented by the Steering Committee, who are volunteer village leaders working with the charity since 2010.

Your main duties will include:

• Provide vision and leadership for the charity setting the overall vision and strategic direction, ensuring alignment with its mission and values.

• Develop and implement a strategic plan in collaboration with the Board of Trustees.

• Act as the public face of the charity, undertaking a range of speaking opportunities and acting as a media spokesperson.

• Manage day-to-day operations, ensuring the effectiveness and efficient use of charity resources.

• Oversee budgeting and financial planning – manage the charity’s finances, including budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting.

• Build relationships with celebrities, Patrons and key Stakeholders.

• Ensure the charity is compliant with legal, regulatory and financial requirements.

• Regularly report to the Board on all aspects of the charity’s work, ensuring accurate timely updates on funding, operations and emerging needs.

• Be the key point of contact for the charity, providing guidance and support to staff and volunteers.

• Prepare the Annual Report and regular updates for key stakeholders, donors and funders.

About you: 

We are looking for a confident leader who wants to work with us to ensure we are a high performing, sustainable organisation. You will need to bring with you the following skills and experience:

• Proven track record in a management and leadership role, preferably within the charitable or not-for-profit sector. 

• Strategic thinker with strong financial acumen, excellent communication skills, and the ability to build partnerships and influence at all levels. 

• Compassionate and values-driven approach to leadership, with a commitment to sustainable development. 

• Understanding of Charity law and regulations, governance requirements, and reporting standards. 

• Experience working effectively with a Board of Trustees. 

• Proven experience in budget setting and financial management, reporting to funders and Trustees. 

• Proven success in identifying and developing new income streams. 

• Experienced in building effective relationships with donors, celebrities, patrons and other stakeholders. 

• Experience in building and leading a team of staff and volunteers. 

• Excellent communicator and presentation skills. 

• Highly organised, and excellent attention to detail. 

About the Organisation

This is the only charity founded specifically to help children in one of the most challenging regions of the world, Darfur, Sudan. For the past 24 years we have been transforming the lives of children through a unique package of integrated projects, working closely with the communities themselves. Since 2001 we have adopted 110 villages, transforming the lives of over half a million people.

There could not be a more exciting time to take the charity forward. You will be responsible for shaping both the projects in Darfur, and all the exciting opportunities to raise awareness and funds in the rest of the world. 

Other roles you may have experience of could include Charity Director, CEO, Chief Executive, Chief Executive Officer, Senior Director, Finance Director, Corporate Services Director, Fundraising Director, Human Resources Director, IT Director, General Manager, Operations Director, Partnerships Director, Managing Director, CFO, etc.

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

Civitas Recruitment are delighted to be working with a fantastic, pioneering organisation dedicated to supporting the unique needs of converts to Islam across the UK. The Convert Muslim Foundation aims to provide essential support, resources and training for organisations working with new Muslims. An exciting opportunity exists for a CEO to join the team. As CEO, you will provide visionary leadership to advance the organisation's mission of supporting the convert Muslim community in the UK. The post holder will work closely with the Board of Trustees to shape the charity's future, oversee day-to-day operations and strengthen partnerships with key stakeholders to enhance the overall reach of the foundation and achieve its vision. This is a full-time, 2-year contract, home based within the UK.

Who are we looking for?

Ideal candidates will have experience in a senior leadership role within a charity or community organisation, or the non-profit sector. You will have experience in strategic planning and implementation with a track record of achieving consistent organisational growth. You will have proven ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders including funders, partner organisations and government bodies. You will have good experience in the areas of fundraising, budgeting, and financial resource management as well as excellent interpersonal, communication and advocacy skills. A meaningful understanding of challenges faced by convert Muslims in relation to Islamic faith and traditions is also essential for the role.

If the above role description sounds of interest and you feel like you meet the criteria; please apply immediately or for further information, please contact Syed at Civitas Recruitment for a full JD and informal discussion. Early applications are encouraged as we will be reviewing on a rolling basis.