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Offering services across three sites in Worksop, Doncaster and Mexborough Aurora Wellbeing offers a unique service bringing together health and heritage to provide support for local people affected by cancer, and long-term health conditions. We encourage people to be active participants in their wellbeing, working together to improve physical and emotional health.

Charity Core Purposes: ‘The promotion of good health and wellbeing by assisting in the relief of symptoms and the improvement of the quality of life by providing supportive services to those who have been diagnosed with or affected by cancer and long-term conditions and providing support, information and education on the benefits of receiving complementary and holistic therapies as well as to build awareness of the links between heritage and good health and wellbeing, education and research of wellbeing to the general public as a whole.’ ‘’ The Aurora service is a lifeline for those people facing the shocking diagnosis of cancer. ‘’ ‘’ The compassion and support we have received from the first moment we walked through the door has been exemplary. Aurora provide such a wonderful service which is much needed and very much appreciated. ‘’ About the Role Job Summary Our new Fundraising Manager will work closely with the Board o

Our new Fundraising Manager will work closely with the Board of Trustees, CEO and Senior Leadership Team to scale our impact and expand our reach. They will play a pivotal role in leading fundraising and shaping the charity’s future . They will develop and deliver comprehensive plans to maximise income from individual giving, legacy giving, corporate and community giving and trusts and foundations which have been identified as strategic fundraising priorities.

We are seeking a professional and enthusiastic and transformational leader with strong interpersonal and organisational skills. Confident in strategic management they will have the skills to lead the develop and deliver the organisations fundraising strategy.

We are currently moving into a new strategic period, and this is an exciting time to join the Aurora Wellbeing Family.

Main Duties 

Reports to Chief Executive Officer Contract Permanent

A member of the senior leadership team the post-holder port directly to the CEO. Working in a person-centred environment the Head of Fundraising will:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy to meet annual income targets.
• Lead and manage a diverse range of fundraising activities.
• Cultivate and steward relationships with major donors, corporate partners, and sponsors.
• With the support of the Digital and Communications officer, develop and raise the charities profile.
• Act as a spokesperson for the charity, building relationships with the media and outlets managing public relations.
• Ensure the organisation meets all its legal and statutory requirements including HR, Health and Safety, Charity Commission and GDPR.

Emmaus Greenwich is a unique charity that offers a home, work experience, and individual support for up to 45 people who have experienced homelessness and social exclusion. We don’t just give people a bed for the night; we offer a home, meaningful work opportunities, and a sense of belonging.

At the heart of Emmaus Greenwich is our companions. Companion is the name given to people who live in an Emmaus community and contribute to the social enterprise, where they support themselves and one another.

Emmaus Greenwich offers an individual holistic package of support and a tailored development plan to support each companion develop new skills (or build on existing ones) to boost confidence, improve mental and/or physical health and wellbeing, and increase employability.

We are looking for a Chief Operating Officer that will be responsible for the operational management of the social enterprise, facilities, and Companion community at Emmaus Greenwich. Reporting to the CEO, the COO will ensure that all areas operate efficiently, meet compliance and safety standards, and support the overall mission of the charity. 

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Leadership

• Ensure smooth and efficient operations through strategic and effective operational management.
• Lead and support the Retail Manager, Property & Facilities Manager, and Community Manager in delivering their respective functions effectively.
• Work closely with the CEO, Board of Trustees, and leadership team to develop and implement the organisation’s long-term strategic goals.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement across the organisation.

2. Social Enterprise & Retail Operations

• Oversee the Retail Manager in managing charity shops and retail operations, ensuring financial growth and sustainability.
• Develop and implement business strategies to enhance sales, efficiency, and income generation.
• Identify new opportunities for business diversification and expansion within the social enterprise.
• Ensure compliance with retail regulations and best practices.

3. Facilities & Property Management

• Oversee the Property & Facilities Manager to ensure all Emmaus Greenwich properties are well maintained and meet health & safety, compliance, and regulatory standards.
• Develop and oversee maintenance schedules, capital improvement plans, and risk management strategies.
• Ensure effective management of utilities, repairs, and external contractor relationships.
• Oversee security, fire safety, and infrastructure projects.

4. Companion Community & Wellbeing

• Oversee the Community Manager in ensuring a safe, supportive, and empowering environment for companions.
• Work with the team to develop individual progression plans, enabling companions to build skills and move towards independence.
• Ensure that companions are meaningfully engaged in charity operations and social enterprise activities.
• Implement safeguarding policies and best practices for supporting vulnerable individuals.

5. Financial & Budget Management

• Work with the CEO and Finance Manager to oversee budgets, financial planning, and cash flow management.
• Manage financial performance across the social enterprise, facilities, and community services.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and revenue-generation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations, charity governance, and reporting requirements.

6. People Management & Organisational Culture

• Lead and develop the Operations, Property & Facilities, and Community Managers, ensuring high levels of motivation and performance.
• Establish and oversee effective recruitment, training, and performance management processes.
• Promote diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the organisation.
• Champion Emmaus values and ensure they are embedded in daily operations.

Equal Opportunities

Emmaus UK provides equal opportunity for all job applicants and employees and is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination. We are dedicated to an inclusive culture, and we strive to create a workplace where teams of people with diverse backgrounds, characteristics, perspectives, ideas, and experiences work together. We welcome applications from all individuals irrespective of age, race, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion or belief, disability, marital status, or parental responsibilities.

To ensure fairness and consistency in selecting the best candidate for our roles, all our applications are anonymised until an interview has been confirmed so that shortlisting is based solely upon the suitability of the candidate’s experience.

This is an exciting opportunity to help Good Company realise its vision of creating a poverty-free future for our community by supporting its different projects, both practically and administratively.

Through this new organisational role, you will proactively support Good Company’s projects as needed by working collaboratively with other team members to help deliver critical support to our community. This will require you to be flexible and able to understand each project and its individual needs as well as the seasonal demands on Good Company’s services.

This role offers a unique opportunity to experience the different areas of work within Good Company and play an important part in delivering practical support to the community. It may be well suited especially to an individual looking to work and gain experience in the charity sector.

Letchworth Foodbank is seeking an exceptional part-time Charity Manager to lead our organisation.   Our mission is the prevention or relief of poverty in our area by serving the needy in Letchworth, Hitchin and Baldock.  Receiving donations and grants of over £200,000 per annum, the Foodbank distributes over 40 tonnes of food and £50,000 of food vouchers every year to those that need it most.

As an organisation relying entirely on grants and donations, we face challenging hurdles to maintain and grow our income base in order to meet the increasingly complex needs of our clients.  Our strategy is not to stand still but to increase our reach and impact and we require a Charity Manager that shares our ambitions and has the capability to drive our strategy forwards.

We are a volunteer-based organisation with over 75 active volunteers supporting the breadth of operations from warehousing to client facing distribution centres.  We also work closely with local social care institutions and authorities on both funding for the Foodbank and ensuring our support for the needy helps them get back on their feet on a sustainable basis.  The Charity Manager will lead our volunteer team as well as engaging with the institutions and authorities that we work with to achieve our mission and implement our strategy.

The Charity Manager will be a leader driven by our mission, with empathy for our clients and the volunteers they will lead and possessing the skills to deliver our strategy with the support of the organisations and institutions we work with.

Further details of the position are provided in the attached job description.

Senior Fundraising and Marketing Officer – Help Transform Lives with Harington! 

Salary: £42,000 - £45,000 (based on your experience).  Hours: 37.5 per week.  Location: Work in the stunning, peaceful gardens of our Highgate site while making a real impact in the community.  Contract: Permanent

Harington isn’t just a charity; it’s a lifeline for young people with learning differences. Every year, we empower dozens of students to gain qualifications, develop life skills, and most importantly, secure employment that transforms their futures.

What You'll Be Doing:

As our Senior Fundraising and Marketing Officer, you’ll play a key role in ensuring we have the resources to continue changing lives. Here’s what’s on the to-do list:

• Bring in the funding: Secure vital income from trusts, foundations, and statutory sources to sustain our unique education programmes and maintain our beautiful site.
• Rally community support: Build relationships with local individuals, schools, and businesses to drive fundraising campaigns and events that grow our donor base.
• Spread the word: Help share the incredible stories of our students’ successes through creative marketing, engaging more supporters and strengthening Harington’s visibility.

What We're Looking For:

We’re after someone with passion, purpose, and creativity. You’ll thrive in this role if you:

• Have 18-24 months of fundraising experience and a knack for building strong relationships.
• Know how to craft a standout bid and manage relationships that secure crucial funding.
• Write like a pro, creating compelling narratives that inspire action.
• Are organised, great with budgets, and calm under pressure.
• Are drawn to the idea of working in a truly meaningful role in a beautiful, tranquil setting.

Why Harington?

Our campus in Highgate is more than just a workplace – it’s a haven for our students and staff alike. Set among stunning gardens, it’s a place where students with learning differences can grow, thrive, and feel a sense of belonging. Thanks to your efforts, you’ll be directly helping us provide life-changing education and opportunities that see our students confidently step into employment.

Join us, and be part of a story that celebrates potential, community, and success. Ready to make an extraordinary difference? Apply now!

Company Overview

Holocaust Centre North promotes education on the Holocaust and post-Holocaust issues, including building new lives in the North of England and intergenerational memory and trauma. Our work across collections, learning, artistic research and survivor welfare seeks to foster a culture of care and promotes awareness about the relevance of Holocaust history in the present. We work closely with refugees of Nazi persecution, their families and carers, artistic practitioners, researchers and schools to create a space for nuanced dialogue about the ongoing relevance of the Holocaust. We strive to provide opportunities for reflection on the role that this dark chapter of our shared history plays in the now and to reframe Holocaust memory within contemporary critical frameworks.

Summary

Are you an ambitious fundraising professional ready to elevate your career to the next level? We are seeking a dynamic and passionate individual to step into the exciting role of Head of Fundraising within our small but ambitious and growing team. This is a unique opportunity to significantly shape and expand our fundraising strategy while working alongside enthusiastic, dedicated, and caring colleagues committed to making a meaningful impact through powerful community engagement and thought-provoking contemporary dialogue.

As Head of Fundraising, you will have the opportunity to take on significant responsibility by innovating and enhancing our membership programme, forging new and impactful corporate partnerships, and curating engaging annual fundraising events. Your creativity and strategic insight will directly influence our future growth and sustainability. We have a proven track record in supporting and developing our team members to achieve their professional goals, ensuring you have ample opportunities for growth and advancement.

At Holocaust Centre North, genuine community relationships lie at the heart of our mission. You will play a pivotal role in deepening and strengthening these vital connections, ensuring the long-term sustainability of our work in Holocaust memory and contemporary critical engagement.

Join us and make a meaningful difference in a supportive environment where your ambition and vision can thrive!

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• To strengthen Holocaust Centre North’s patrons’ scheme ‘The Northern Line’​​
• To lead on grants fundraising
• To establish a corporate giving programme
• To establish and run an annual programme of fundraising initiativesTo establish and run an annual programme of fundraising initiatives

For more detail about the role's main duties and responsibilities please visit our website.

Person Specification

Experience

• Proven experience in fundraising, with a track record in individual giving, corporate partnerships, or event fundraising.
• Experience of engaging and stewarding donors, supporters, or stakeholders in a charity or cultural organisation.
• Experience in writing successful funding applications for trusts, foundations, or statutory funders.
• Experience in planning and delivering fundraising events, including donor cultivation events and community fundraising initiatives.
• Experience of working with communities, volunteers, or grassroots networks to encourage participation and engagement.

Skills

• Strong relationship-building skills, with the ability to connect with supporters, funders, and corporate partners.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling fundraising applications, donor communications, and event materials.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to balance multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and deliver high-quality outcomes.
• Ability to analyse fundraising data and trends to inform strategy and reporting.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, ensuring efficient record-keeping and reporting.
• Confidence in public speaking and presenting to potential donors, partners, and community groups.

Interests / Personal Attributes

• A passion for the work of museums, heritage and the role of the charity sector in bringing communities together.
• A commitment to ethical fundraising and relationship-driven donor stewardship.
• A proactive and creative approach to fundraising, with the ability to spot new opportunities and develop innovative ideas.
• A collaborative and team-oriented mindset, with a willingness to work closely with colleagues across Collections, Learning & Communities, as well as University partners.
• A commitment to inclusivity, accessibility, and engaging diverse communities in fundraising activities.
• Resilience and adaptability, with the ability to navigate challenges and maintain enthusiasm in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends for events and donor engagement activities.
• Interest in Holocaust education and its potential to be a force for good in the modern world, memory, and contemporary critical engagement with history.

How to Apply

To apply for this role, please download and read carefully our Job Description and Person Specification and send the below to the email address included in the application pack.

• Your CV – This should include your professional experience relevant to the role, whether in a paid or voluntary capacity.
• A Cover Letter – Please explain how you meet the experience, skills and interests/personal attributes criteria in the person specification, providing examples where possible.

We recognise that some candidates may prefer to demonstrate their achievements visually or through other formats. If you would like to, please feel free to attach links, PDFs, photos or videos in support of your application.

Deadline for applications: 23rd April 2025

We look forward to receiving your application and appreciate you taking the time to read this opportunity.

Job Types: Part-time, Temporary

Contract length: 24 months

Pay: £31,470.00-£34,063.00 per year

Expected hours: 22.5 – 30 per week

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Flexitime

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 27/04/2025

Co-operative Development Support Officer

We are delighted to share this new and exciting opportunity for a Co-operative Development Support Officer to join a dynamic organisation. 

Position: Co-operative Development Support Officer

Location: Manchester 

Salary: £26,218 per annum (pro-rated to 21 hours - £15,730)

Hours: Part-time, 3 days a week (21 hours), Hybrid 

Contract: Fixed term contract until 31st December 2025

Closing Date: Midnight, Wednesday 16th April 2025

Interviews: Week commencing 28th April 2025, in Manchester.

Benefits: Flexible working options, pension scheme, discounted travel to work schemes, employee wellbeing assistance programme including free eye tests, personal and professional growth and development, including coaching and trade union.

We reserve the right to close the role early should a suitable candidate be found before this date. Applicants are required to submit an application form.

About the role: 

As Co-operative Development Support Officer you will support our Community Shares work including the Booster Fund and the Business Support for co-ops teams. This role involves providing essential support to co-operatives and community organisations, guiding them through the process of setting up co-ops, raising and managing community shares. You will also help track performance against funding priorities, contribute to effective funder reporting, and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Key responsibilities include: 

• Take the lead on a caseload of enquiries from different organisations, triage their initial contact with us and help them progress successfully throughout their client journey with us 

• Support our Community Shares work and work with two of our support programmes including the Booster Fund and Business Support for co-ops, to enable applicants to progress. This will involve initial enquiries, reviewing expressions of interest and application data and identifying gaps in information submitted, tracking and updating application data on salesforce, identifying suitable support providers and assessors, issuing contract packages and monitoring for delivery of work 

• Build a working knowledge of both programmes’ funding criteria, guidance, timescales, and internal processes 

• Flag any technical queries on organisation’s eligibility or proposed plans and address these internally 

• Set up and carry out initial due diligence, following a defined process 

• Act as a point of contact with applicants and handle their queries promptly and effectively, with a growing understanding of internal and external pathways of support and the wider funding landscape for applicants to explore. 

• Work flexibly with other part-time colleagues, and taking the lead and initiative covering for when they are out of the office

• Follow process maps and identify where relevant opportunities to streamline processes or update the process maps 

• Raise purchase orders and track invoices

• Input into our grant making processes and contribute towards monitoring and closing down of support and grant packages, including identifying gaps in delivery   

• Develop the knowledge to help communities navigate the development milestones and funding maze of setting up organisations and moving towards raising community shares

• Work collaboratively with individuals from other partner organisations and to build and maintain positive relationships

About you: 

To be successful in this role, you will be enthusiastic about the organisation and its mission, and you will have experience working as a Development Support Officer in another organisation.

• Strong systems and IT skills and experience, including Salesforce, Sharepoint and other online systems

• Confident in administering processes   

• Experience and confidence in working collaboratively as part of a small team as well as working with external organisations and partners 

• Ability to multi-task and handle an evolving caseload of clients, tracking their progress and keeping them informed as well as (when needed) making lateral connections to help applicants problem solve their next step forward

• Strong client management and customer facing skills, being confident and empathetic on the front line of enquiries

• Strong verbal and written communication skills to communicate clearly and accurately with a variety of individuals inside and outside the organisation

About the organisation:

As the voice of the UK’s co-operative movement, we empower and support co-operative enterprises with specialised knowledge and expertise, to grow the co-operative economy and create a fairer society. From football clubs and farms to convenience stores and pubs, there are more than 7,000 co-operatives in the UK, each owned and controlled by their members and based on a set of shared principles and values. By promoting shared wealth through member ownership, we are committed to enabling anyone in the UK to form, or join, thriving and sustainable co-ops.

As an organisation we are led by our unwavering values of solidarity, self-responsibility, equity, and honesty, therefore if you share these core values, we would be delighted to receive your application.

Other roles you may have experience in could include Development, Operations, Development Support, Operational Support Officer, Admin, Project management, Project Manager, Operational Support, Operational Support Officer, Admin Support, Administration Support, Senior Administrator, Senior Admin etc. 

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

Our goal is to scale up access to treatment in the most underserved areas of the world so that all babies born with clubfoot can live a life free of preventable disability.  Do you have the skills, knowledge and passion to help us build strong organisational foundations so that we are effective in our mission? 

We are looking for an experienced charity operations manager to build upon and strengthen our operations and infrastructure as we grow.  This is wide ranging role, working closely with the CEO to set operational priorities and with the whole team to develop systems and processes to support our key areas of work in advocacy, collaboration and training.  Your work will have a direct impact on our ability to widen our network and work effectively towards our goal that all children born with clubfoot will be able to walk, play and run free.

Role Description

You will be responsible for a range of areas that support the infrastructure and smooth running of the organisation.  We are looking for a senior operations manager with capabilities across operational strategy and systems, but you will not necessarily need to be an expert in all areas listed, and there is some scope for freelance support if required (for example in designing communications or book keeping).  The role-holder will lead on operations and a key infrastructure project which will provide a foundation for future growth: scoping, setting up, and implementing a CRM system to support data and contacts management across the charity and skills in scoping and setting up CRM are essential to the role.

• Working closely with the CEO, prioritise and develop key operational areas, including: IT, Knowledge/Resource management, Cybersecurity, Human Resources systems and processes
• Lead on scoping, setting up, and implementing a CRM system
• Manage communications and annual renewals with our members
• Work with the training team to set up and manage our resource library
• Oversee social media marketing, website and newsletters with support from the team for content development
• Financial management including bookkeeping, managing payments and invoicing, payroll, supporting the CEO with preparation of annual accounts

For the full role description and person specification including skills and experience required for the role, please see the attached Senior Operations Manager Job Description.

We are only able to offer this role to individuals with existing right to work in the UK.  Applicants from outside the UK must include in their application whether they have been granted right to work in the UK.  If not, unfortunately we will not be able to consider your application.

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We’re looking for a Communications and Digital Officer with a creative eye, keen attention to detail and experience of crafting engaging copy.

You’ll have your finger on the algorithms and analytics pulse in order to improve performance of our communications and improve our supporters’ digital experience with us. Confidence in working within an email platform (preferably Mailchimp) is desirable and experience of and ideas for developing creative and innovative content for websites and social media channels is a key part of the role.

We’re looking for someone with experience of running social media in a professional environment and who’s at home in both the print and digital world. A motivated communications professional with a passion for the natural world, no two days will be the same as you get involved in developing user journeys for digital audiences including designing, testing and delivery, creating content for online and offline, writing press releases and updating our website.

Worcestershire Wildlife Trust is the county’s leading nature conservation charity. Supported by our 23,000 members, we’re restoring nature and working with others to value and help wildlife

We need your help to ensure that Worcestershire’s wildlife is thriving and abundant by inspiring our digital community to love wildlife and to act for nature. You will bring your technical and creative flair to help Worcestershire Wildlife Trust extend our current success, reach more people and diverse audiences and use our voice to drive action for wildlife and support for the organisation.

This post is a full-time (35hrs), permanent contract. The role will be based at the Trust’s main office, Lower Smite Farm, Hindlip, Worcester WR3 8SZ. Hybrid working arrangements are in place.

Deadline: midnight 9th April 2025
Interviews: 23rd April 2025

Who we are

Worcestershire Wildlife Trust is the county’s leading local charity working towards a county rich in wildlife. With the support of our volunteers and members we manage over 3,000 acres of land for wildlife and people across Worcestershire. We work with organisations and landowners to protect and connect wildlife sites across the county. We also work with and inspire local communities and young people to care for wildlife where they live.  Worcestershire Wildlife Trust is one of 46 Wildlife Trusts working across the UK.

We’re Wild About Inclusion. To us, this means inspiring, empowering and engaging people from all backgrounds, cultures, identities and abilities, to change the natural world for the better.  It also means cultivating inclusive workspaces that are free from discrimination, where differences are valued, everyone can be themselves and flourish, just like nature!

Position: Helpline Support Officer
Hours: Full-time (35 hours a week) – Substantial Part Time considered
Contract: Fixed Term 12-month maternity cover contract
Location: Office-based in London, with regular home working
Salary: Starting from £26,384* per annum plus excellent benefits
Salary Band and Job Family: Band 1*, Charity
*you’ll start at our entry point salary of £26,384 per annum, increasing to £28,033 after 6 months service and satisfactory performance and to £29,682 after a further 6 months.

About us

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

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

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

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

About this job

In this role you will be providing emotional support and information to people affected by multiple sclerosis (MS) that empowers them to; live to their full potential, take an active role in their treatment and secure the care and support they need. As part of the helpline team you will also contribute to the overall implementation of the teams objectives and successfully embedding new services.

Our helpline is open 9am – 7pm and therefore this role includes working a shift pattern of 9-5, 10-6, 11-7 or as the service demands.

Please note this is a fixed term 12-months maternity cover contract. This role is full time, part-time hours (28 hours +) will be considered.

Closing date for applications: 09: 00 on Wednesday 23rd April 2025

Interested?

PLEASE PRESS THE 'HOW TO APPLY' BUTTON FOR MORE INFORMATION.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Encouraging work life balance

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

Caring for you and your family 

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

Thinking about your finances 

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

Enriching your life at work

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

No agencies please.

We are seeking a personable, highly organised administrator to assist our HR Manager with recruitment, professional development, payroll preparation and other HR tasks; and to assist the COO with administration for the Board of Trustees and occasional PA duties.

Our successful candidate will bring proven administrative/clerical experience, ideally gained in a cultural or charitable environment, plus either some experience of HR or an enthusiasm to learn HR practice. Exceptional organisational and communication skills, along with a ‘can do’ attitude and a high level of attention to detail are essential for this role. Experience of minute-taking would be beneficial, as well as a GCSE in maths, plus absolute discretion and good humour.

If you are excited by this opportunity and have the skills and experience we’re looking for, then take a look at the application pack where you’ll find more information about the job and how to apply. The application pack and form are available on our website. 

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 9am, Friday 25 April 2025

INTERVIEWS: Tuesday 29 April 2025 at Perry Green, East Hertfordshire.

About this role

Turn2us is a national charity tackling financial insecurity and its structural causes. We work with co-producers and partners to provide people in financial crisis with the means and agency to get back on their feet, build resilience, move forward with their lives and thrive.

As an equal opportunities employer, we are committed to equity, inclusion and diversity and the value people from different backgrounds bring to a team. If, like us, you believe everyone has the right to have enough to live on, and you are ambitious about eradicating financial insecurity, join us and build your career with a charity dedicated to ensuring dignity and equity for all.

About You

We are searching for a Senior Trusts and Foundations Officer to work with the Trusts and Foundations Manager to grow Turn2us’ income from grant funding. This role will sit within the wider Philanthropy and Partnerships Team, which will provide opportunities to gain experience working on multiple income lines including Major Donor funding and Corporate Partnerships.

The ideal person for this role may have experience working within the charity sector in a relationship management role and have exceptional knowledge of how to work with Trust and Foundations to generate income. Key skills include bid writing or creative writing, analytical skills to deliver impact reports and excellent communication and relationship management skills.

Essential skills and experience:

• Expert in relationship led income generation.
• Exceptional track record of independently securing and stewarding income.
• Experience leading on complex funding applications (statutory funding would be a bonus).
• Experience working with senior management to secure and steward income.
• Collaborative and reliable team member.
• Excellent communicator and relationship builder. 
• Demonstrable understanding of the UK Trusts and Foundations landscape.

Please read the Senior Trusts and Foundations Manager Job Pack on our website for further information.​

Please let us know if you will require any special provision as a result of any disability should you be called for interview.

Turn2us is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from members of all communities. It is committed to equality of opportunity, inclusion and diversity. We encourage and welcome applications from all parts of the community regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Turn2us wants to enable an environment where everyone is kept safe from harm and can thrive. We are committed to safeguarding everyone involved in our charity and the work we do. You can read a safeguarding policy on the Turn2us website.

If you join us at Turn2us, you will start on 25 days annual leave per annum (prorated for part time workers). Each year in the month you joined, you will receive additional day of leave up to a maximum of 30 days. On top of this you will receive bank holidays. The charity also offers 2 volunteering days per year to allow staff to gain experiences and skills outside of work for example at a food bank or becoming a trustee at another charity.

We offer flexible working patterns, both in terms of hours and remote working. Please note that all employees are required to work from the office a minimum of 4 days a month on a weekly basis. Some roles may be required to be in the office more often than this and this will be agreed with the hiring manager upon starting at Turn2us.

Please note that all job offers are subject to 2 – 3 satisfactory references and a disclosure satisfactory to Turn2us from the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS).

ABOUT THE WELSH CENTRE FOR INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS

The WCIA is a registered charity that inspires people in Wales to learn and act on global issues. Our vision is for everyone in Wales to contribute to creating a fairer, more peaceful world.

Based in Cardiff at the Temple of Peace and Health and working with people of all ages throughout Wales, we provide an independent, non-partisan forum for human rights, peace and justice, sustainability and international development.

THE ROLE

This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in the future development of the WCIA as we move into a new strategy, alongside the team and stakeholders in Wales and across the world.

The role will be to:

• Work across the organisation to understand funding needs
• Meet ambitious targets across various fundraising streams through making applications, securing new streams of funding and developing new contacts
• Bring and build funder knowledge: create a database of funders, consistent networking, building relationships with funders and being aware of the funding landscape (knowing funders concerns, matchmaking funds to projects, attending events)
• Conduct research into diverse funding with a focus on trusts, foundations and ethical corporate partnerships – in Wales, the UK and global opportunities
• Create a new base funding bid model budget for grant application development
• Develop and manage a sustainable funding strategy and model: expand ethical funding opportunities

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Essential

• Strategic vision, working across an organisation to understand and interpret various priorities into funding opportunities
• Proven experience in the development of sustainable funding models for charities
• Proven track record of developing and generating funding opportunities across a large and multi-stranded bids and programmes
• Strong communicator in relations with funders and the public to explain the work of the WCIA and its hosted partners
• Proven critical proof and copy writing skills for funding applications and communicating impact
• Experience of working in charities and an understanding of the challenging funding landscape
• Excels working with a dynamic and diverse team
• Driven by the desire for a just and more peaceful world with a motivation for climate justice, education peace and an interest in global affairs
• Commitment to the mission, vision and values of the WCIA
• Commitment to inclusion and fair treatment
• Possesses a strong sense of ethics and integrity
• Takes a learning approach to work
• Treats people fairly and with dignity and respect
• Encourages people from all backgrounds to get involved in our work

Desirable

• The ability to communicate in both Welsh and English

POST CONDITIONS

The postholder will be employed directly by WCIA

Responsible to: WCIA Chief Executive

Salary: £42,237 per annum, pro rata

Automatic enrolment into our pension scheme and the WCIA will match your contribution up to a maximum of 5% of your gross salary (minimum 4%).

Employment terms: this is a part-time, fixed term position for 12 months, starting as soon as possible. There will be a 3-month probationary period. All candidates must have the right to work in the UK.

Base: Remote working / office based from the Temple of Peace in the centre of Cardiff / hybrid working

Hours: 18.5-20 hours per week. We operate a flexible working policy

The WCIA values diversity, promotes equality and challenges discrimination. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.

YNGHYLCH CANOLFAN MATERION RHYNGWLADOL CYMRU

Mae CMRC yn elusen gofrestredig sy'n ysbrydoli pobl yng Nghymru i ddysgu a gweithredu ar faterion byd-eang. Ein gweledigaeth yw i bawb yng Nghymru gyfrannu at greu byd tecach, mwy heddychlon.

Rydym wedi ein lleoli yn y Deml Heddwch ac Iechyd yng Nghaerdydd, ac rydym yn gweithio gyda phobl o bob oedran ar draws Cymru, ac yn darparu fforwm annibynnol, amhleidiol ar gyfer hawliau dynol, heddwch a chyfiawnder, cynaliadwyedd a datblygiad rhyngwladol

CRYNODEB O'R ROL:

Mae hwn yn gyfle unigryw i chwarae rhan allweddol yn natblygiad CMRC yn y dyfodol wrth i ni symud ymlaen i weithio ar strategaeth newydd, ochr yn ochr â'r tîm a rhanddeiliaid yng Nghymru ac ar draws y byd.

Y rôl fydd:

• Gweithio ar draws y sefydliad i ddeall anghenion cyllido
• Cyrraedd targedau uchelgeisiol ar draws ffrydiau codi arian amrywiol drwy wneud ceisiadau, sicrhau ffrydiau ariannu newydd, a datblygu cysylltiadau newydd
• Meddu ar, ac deiladu gwybodaeth am gyllidwyr: creu cronfa ddata o gyllidwyr, rhwydweithio cyson, meithrin perthynas â chyllidwyr a bod yn ymwybodol o'r dirwedd ariannu (bod yn ymwybodol o bryderon cyllidwyr, cyfateb arian i brosiectau, mynychu digwyddiadau)
• Cynnal ymchwil i gyllid amrywiol gyda ffocws ar ymddiriedolaethau, sefydliadau a phartneriaethau corfforaethol moesegol – yn Nghymru, y DU ac ar draws y byd
• Creu cyllideb model fel sail ar gyfer ceisiadau am gyllid, y byddwn wedyn yn ei addasu i bob cais penodol
• Datblygu a rheoli strategaeth a model ariannu cynaliadwy: ehangu cyfleoedd ariannu moesegol

MANYLEB PERSON

Hanfodol

• Datblygu a rheoli strategaeth a model ariannu cynaliadwy: ehangu cyfleoedd ariannu moesegol
• Gweledigaeth strategol, gweithio ar draws sefydliad i ddeall a dehongli blaenoriaethau amrywiol mewn perthynas â chyfleoedd ariannu
• Profiad amlwg o ddatblygu modelau ariannu cynaliadwy ar gyfer sefydliadau elusennau
• Hanes profedig o ddatblygu a chynhyrchu cyfleoedd ariannu ar draws ceisiadau a rhaglenni mawr ac aml-haenog.
• Yn gallu cyfathrebu’n wych gyda chyllidwyr a'r cyhoedd i egluro gwaith CMRC a'i bartneriaid lletyol
• Sgiliau profi beirniadol ac ysgrifennu copi ar gyfer ceisiadau cyllido / cyfathrebu effaith
• Profiad o weithio yn elusennau a dealltwriaeth o'r dirwedd ariannu heriol

• Yn gweithio orau gyda thîm deinamig ac amrywiol
• Yn cael ei ysgogi gan yr awydd am fyd cyfiawn a mwy heddychlon, yn frwdfrydig ynghylch cyfiawnder hinsawdd ac heddwch addysg, ac â diddordeb mewn materion byd-eang
• Ymrwymiad i genhadaeth, gweledigaeth a gwerthoedd CMRC
• Ymrwymiad i gynhwysiant a thriniaeth deg
• Yn meddu ar ymdeimlad cryf o foeseg a gonestrwydd
• Mabwysiadu dull dysgu at waith
• Trin pobl yn deg a chydag urddas a pharch
• Annog pobl o bob cefndir i gymryd rhan yn ein gwaith

Dymunol

• Y gallu i gyfathrebu yn Gymraeg a Saesneg

AMODAU SWYDD

Bydd y deiliad swydd yn cael ei gyflogi’n uniongyrchol gan CMRC

Yn gyfrifol i: Prif Weithredwr CMRC

Cyflog: £42,237 y flwyddyn, pro rata

Byddwch yn cael eich cofrestru'n awtomatig yn ein cynllun pensiwn, a bydd CMRC yn talu cyfraniadau pensiwn hyd at uchafswm o 5% o'ch cyflog crynswth (o leiaf 4%)

Telerau cyflogaeth: Mae hon yn swydd rhan-amser, tymor penodol am 12 mis, yn dechrau cyn gynted â phosibl. Bydd cyfnod prawf o 3 mis. Rhaid i bob ymgeisydd gael yr hawl i weithio yn y DG.

Lleoliad: Gweithio o bell / swyddfa wedi'i lleoli yn y Deml Heddwch yng nghanol Caerdydd / gweithio hybrid

Oriau: 18.5-20 awr yr wythnos. Rydym yn gweithredu polisi gweithio hyblyg

Mae CMRC yn gwerthfawrogi amrywiaeth, yn hyrwyddo cydraddoldeb ac yn herio gwahaniaethu. Rydym yn croesawu ac yn annog ceisiadau gan bobl o bob cefndir.

Do you have what it takes to join the Osborne Partnership team…?

Can you work both in a team or on your own initiative…? 

Do you want to work in a progressive, dynamic, and ever changing environment…?

Can you support Adults with Learning Disabilities to achieve their social and economic potential…?

Are you empathetic to welfare needs and wider issues such as benefits support?

If you can answer YES to all or most of the above, then we would really like to hear from you.

The Osborne Partnership is an exciting Day Support & Learning service working primarily with Adults with Learning Difficulties (…our Partners) and other disadvantaged groups supporting them to gain life skills and accredited training through hands on practical in house work experience and other supporting services.

We work with, and in, our local community in the heart of Dagenham and our Partners are at the forefront of our Community facing services and products including our much supported community clothes recycling scheme (…we call it TOPs); our horticultural and garden growing programme (…vegetables, fruit and an array of beautiful flowers in a stunning garden setting); as well as our Community Tea Rooms (…just reopened to the public). It’s an exciting place to work and develop your career and this post is aimed at supporting a ‘hands on’ vacancy for a Welfare & Benefits Support Officer who will work across all of our Partners and services offering sector recognised support functions and leading on our new Partner recruitment process.

As well as a great place to work and with colleagues who are incredibly supportive, we offer real on the job and accredited training opportunites to help you upskill and progress in the sector. We are a flexible employer and will consider part time and full time options though for this particular role we envisage a full time position (Monday to Friday 08.30 – 16.00).

So what are you waiting for…? Read our Recruitment Brief and consider working for the Osborne Partnership. Not only do you get the reward of supporting some of our community’s most vulnerable people but you get a brilliant career start in a modern and progressive organisation.

We look forward to receiving your application.