Grant Programme Manager Jobs in Edinburgh

Job Description: Programme Manager – UK Reads

Location: Remote (must be based in London)
Contract: Freelance, 12 months
Hours: Part-time
Rate: £130 per day

About UK Reads

UK Reads is dedicated to ensuring that every child, regardless of their background, has the opportunity to develop strong literacy skills. We work with children and young people in low-income communities, delivering school partnerships, literacy workshops, writing activities, and parent advocacy sessions that empower families to support their child’s learning journey.

As the UK branch of the World Literacy Foundation, our mission is to tackle educational inequality by providing children with books, literacy resources, and the skills needed to succeed. Our work helps children develop a love for reading, improve academic outcomes, and build confidence in their communication abilities.

We partner with schools, youth organisations, and community groups to deliver high-quality literacy interventions that engage children and young people, promote creativity, and strengthen their ability to express themselves.

The Role

UK Reads is looking for a highly organised, proactive, and motivated Programme Manager to take ownership of the administration, coordination, and growth of our literacy programmes. This role involves recruiting schools, managing relationships with educators and facilitators, ensuring the smooth delivery of literacy support activities, and expanding our programme reach across the UK.

You will play a critical role in ensuring our programmes run efficiently, align with our strategic goals, and have a measurable impact on children’s literacy development. You will be the main point of contact for schools and delivery partners, ensuring our interventions are well-coordinated, effective, and engaging.

This is an exciting opportunity to work with a small dynamic literacy charity and play a key role in helping children from disadvantaged backgrounds access the literacy support they need to thrive.

Key Responsibilities

Programme Coordination & Administration

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of UK Reads’ literacy programmes.
• Working closely with the Communities and Delivery lead to manage logistics, including scheduling workshops, coordinating facilitators, and ensuring programme materials are delivered on time.
• Ensure smooth execution and delivery of all workshops, school-based activities, and parent support sessions.
• Maintain accurate records of school partnerships, programme participation, and impact data.
• Provide regular progress updates to the leadership team and funders.

School & Stakeholder Engagement

• Actively recruit and onboard schools to participate in UK Reads’ literacy programmes.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with educators, facilitators, and community organisations.
• Act as the main point of contact for schools, ensuring they receive the necessary support.
• Work closely with facilitators to ensure effective programme delivery and engagement.
• Develop partnerships with youth organisations, libraries, and local community groups to increase the programme’s reach.

Programme Growth & Development

• Identify opportunities to expand and enhance the programme’s impact.
• Develop new partnerships and initiatives to broaden UK Reads’ reach in underserved communities.
• Work with the fundraising team to provide impact reports, case studies, and data to support grant applications.
• Contribute to the development of new programme formats and content to engage different age groups and literacy levels.

Monitoring, Evaluation & Impact Measurement

• Track programme effectiveness through data collection and feedback from schools, pupils, and facilitators.
• Develop and implement evaluation frameworks to measure the success of literacy interventions.
• Conduct post-programme assessments to understand the impact on children’s literacy skills and engagement.
• Use insights from evaluation to make programme improvements and enhance delivery.
• Ensure all reporting meets funder requirements and internal organisational goals.

Person Specification

Essential Skills & Experience

• Based in London with the ability to work remotely and travel when required.
• Strong programme coordination and administrative experience, ideally in education, literacy, or the charity sector.
• Experience working with schools, community groups, or youth organisations.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and stakeholder relationships simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage different audiences.
• A proactive and self-motivated approach, capable of working independently.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot challenges in programme delivery.
• Experience in data collection, impact measurement, and programme evaluation.
• Passion for literacy development and a strong commitment to supporting children and young people.
• Valid DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) clearance or willingness to undergo DBS checks.

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Knowledge of education systems and challenges in low-income communities.
• Experience in programme development and partnership building.
• Familiarity with fundraising, grant reporting, and impact storytelling.
• Experience working in a freelance or remote capacity.
• Understanding of youth engagement strategies and innovative learning approaches.

Additional Information

• This is a part-time freelance role working 2-3 days per week on an initial 12 months contract.
• The role offers £130 per day.
• The position is remote, but candidates must be based in London to engage with schools and stakeholders.

Why Join UK Reads?

• Work with a fast-growing, mission-driven charity making a real impact on children’s literacy.
• Play a key role in expanding a vital literacy programme that reaches children in underserved communities.
• Have the freedom to shape and grow the programme, with opportunities to develop innovative approaches.
• Be part of a supportive and collaborative team passionate about making literacy accessible for all.

How to Apply

To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience and motivation to by Tuesday 18th March

If you are passionate about literacy education and making a positive impact in the lives of children and young people, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Are you passionate and self-motivated? Do you have excellent written and verbal communication skills? If you would like to use your abilities to raise funds for charities, Chell Perkins Ltd's Grant Fundraising Traineeships will teach you everything you need to know and you’ll get the chance to join our team of trained consultants.

Chell Perkins Ltd are looking for FOUR people who are passionate about bringing positive change through fundraising. We want to nurture a new generation of fundraisers to provide charities with access to exceptional fundraising support.

We offer a four-month/16-week fully paid traineeship (approx £1,733pm gross) working with real clients in a fundraising consultancy and gaining a recognised certificate with education credits towards CFRE to give you a real headstart in working in the charity sector. There are a number of vacancies at Chell Perkins, and at the end of the course trainees will be eligible to apply for a permanent position.

This immersive programme starts on 1st September 2025 and is home-based, with high-quality training and plenty of support from our experienced fundraising team.

Why Chell Perkins?

At the end of our Grant Fundraising Traineeship, you will be a confident and capable grant fundraiser. But there’s much more to the scheme than that. The Chell Perkins team are a great bunch of people to work with. We really care about our partner charities and YOUR future. Our supportive and empowering work culture will enable you to realise your own potential.

“This programme is truly unique and rewarding. I recommend it to anyone thinking of beginning a fundraising career.” Junior Fundraiser, 2020

“The traineeship was an amazing opportunity, and I learnt so much about fundraising and the charity sector in such an engaging way. Everyone in the team is so friendly and supportive, you couldn't work with or learn from anyone better.” Class of 2023 and now a Fundraising Officer with Chell Perkins

“This traineeship has given me a headstart in my fundraising career and I couldn’t be more grateful! I left university with a love for charity work but little idea as to how I could use that passion in my everyday life, but this traineeship has helped me develop the skills and knowledge I need to make a real difference in the charity sector.” Class of 2023 and now a Fundraising Officer with Chell Perkins

Client mix

Candidates should be aware that at present 70% of our partner charities come from a Christian background (churches or Christian charities). While it is not a requirement to be Christian, candidates must be happy to write for a faith-based audience.

Further information

This role is home-based; however, we hold quarterly in-person team days, and you may occasionally be required to work from client sites (nationally, with a North West focus).

The traineeship will start on 1 September and will run until 19 December 2025. Candidates must be available to start on the first day of the traineeship. Interviews and offers will take place from March onwards.

For more details, download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification document.

How to apply

If our Grant Fundraising Traineeship sounds like it could be a perfect fit for you, why not apply?

Email a completed application form, a recent CV and a covering letter to our Office Manager (see 'How to apply' below).

In your covering letter, we are looking for:
● Evidence of strong written communication skills, and ability to write persuasively
● Passion for the third sector, and in particular fundraising
● Evidence that you have carefully researched the role and our organisation.

Using AI

We recognise that many applicants use AI tools like ChatGPT for drafting applications. Whilst these tools can be helpful, we advise you to first write your application personally and then use AI to refine it. This approach ensures your application remains original and truly reflective of your unique experiences. Last year, we noticed a trend of AI-generated applications lacking individuality, which hindered our ability to connect with applicants. Remember, it's your personal story, passions and motivations that make you stand out. Let AI assist you, but let your own voice lead the way.

It is an exciting time to be joining Engineers Against Poverty (EAP) with the organisation growing in its impact to improve infrastructure transparency, advocating for greater openness and integrity in climate finance, and promoting our work on green cities and infrastructure.

EAP is a leader in infrastructure and international development with strong links with development agencies, government and industry. We develop research, policy and practice in infrastructure investment, labour standards, climate change, transparency and accountability and local content in line with our mission to help reduce poverty.

The appointee will also take on for the same role for CoST, the Infrastructure Transparency Initiative – a transparency, participation and accountability programme which operates in 20 countries and for which EAP hosts its International Secretariat. 

As Senior Finance Manager you will be responsible for the financial management and reporting of the organisation. You will also lead on the charity's year-end accounts ensuring that financial statements are prepared in line with the latest SORP requirements and liaise directly with the organisation's external auditors.

You will be an experienced finance professional with at least 5 years’ experience in a finance or accounting role (including at management level) and ideally in a not-for profit organisation. You will possess qualification or part-qualification in AAT/ACCA/ACA/CIMA with knowledge of UK charity accounting. You will show high levels of initiative, an ability to work with minimum supervision across a varied workload, and possess strong communication skills. Further detail on requirements of this role in the attached job pack.

Key responsibilities include:

• As a member of the senior management team, you are responsible for the management of the financial systems including producing, maintaining and managing budgets and financial management reports (including management accounts, preparation of annual accounts and other statutory reports)
• Ensure compliance with corporate and charitable law, and ensure that financial systems comply with statutory and other requirements (e.g. SORP)
• General finance management such as ensuring financial management policies and procedures are up to date, assist in the preparation of financial proposals and bids, and other responsibilities that may be required to meet the needs of the organisation.

We are a flexible employer and are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements with potential candidates. We are an international team and this is a fully remote role (with travel and in-person attendance required at meetings a few times a year likely in London, UK). We encourage applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds.

Why work for Kids Matter?

• Generous annual leave – 25 days (plus bank holidays) per year pro rata, with time off between Christmas and New Year's additional to this allowance.
• Remote working contribution – receive £26/month pro rata towards the costs of working from home and/or using a co-working space.
• Access to coaching sessions, training opportunities and our Employee Assistance Programme (a confidential support service for staff).
• Flexible working across weekdays to suit your schedule.

About us

Kids Matter is one of the UK’s fastest growing children’s charities.

Our vision is to see every child in need raised in a strong family. Our mission is to reduce the impact of poverty on children through community-based parenting programmes.

Research shows that group-based early intervention parenting groups are the most effective way to support children in need. We train peer facilitators in local churches - the largest voluntary body in the country - to run our affordable, accessible and highly effective parenting programmes, written by Clinical Psychologists. They come alongside parents and carers, building long-lasting community in addition to encouraging confidence and learning positive parenting skills.

We value difference and diversity, and we want our workplace to be built on shared values of equality and mutual trust, with team members representing the wide range of backgrounds and experiences that exist within the UK. We therefore actively encourage applications from people of diverse backgrounds and varied experiences, particularly those who are African, Afro-Caribbean, Asian or part of other minority ethnic communities, who have lived experience of the impact of low-income/low-support circumstances, and who are living with a disability or identify as being neurodivergent.

About the role

The purpose of the Fundraising Coordinator/Small Grant Writer role is to act as administrator and coordinator for all aspects of the Fundraising team, as well as working with the Head of Fundraising to research, compose and submit small grant applications (up to £10,000) using skilled writing techniques and knowledge of the culture, programmes and language of Kids Matter.

The Fundraising Coordinator/Small Grant Writer role involves:

• Supporting the Head of Fundraising in providing dedicated donor care and communications through the management, oversight and actioning of the donor thanking process ensuring all financial gifts no matter how large or small are acknowledged and thanked appropriately.
• Collaborating with the Finance Manager and Operations Administrator to ensure that all incoming donations are correctly identified, communicated and recorded in Kids Matter’s CRM system.
• Liaising with the Communications team to provide administrative support for the fundraising elements of campaign initiatives.
• Taking minutes at all fundraising meetings and distribute/action as necessary to the team.
• In conjunction with the Head of Fundraising, researching new small grant funding opportunities. Writing and submitting subsequent grant applications in a professional and timely manner.
• In conjunction with the Head of Fundraising and utilising knowledge of existing donor and grant income and potential grant opportunities, helping to plan future years’ funding pipeline strategy.

About you

Do you have excellent administration skills? Do you love writing? Can you work well in a team? Are you a Christian with an active faith in Jesus? Do you have a passion for Kids Matter’s vision of seeing every child in need raised in a strong family?

Then we would love to hear from you!

How to apply

You can apply for the Fundraising Coordinator/Small Grant Writer position by clicking ‘Apply via Website’ and completing a copy of our online application form.

The deadline for applications is 4pm on Monday 31st March. All successful and unsuccessful applicants will be notified by email.

We also ask for all applicants to submit an Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form, which will be sent to you to complete following the submission of your application. This form will be used for anonymous analysis to ensure our overall recruitment procedures are fair and transparent. It will never be viewed or used as part of the selection process. It is optional to submit this form.

If you would like any application/interview support or you need any reasonable adjustments throughout the application process, or if you would like an informal phone call to ask questions or discuss the role, please contact Katie Washington (HR & Systems Coordinator).

Please see the job pack for more details on the role and application process.

Location: Surrey, West Sussex, Hampshire (Home-based with travel as required)
Salary: Up to £32,000 FTE (21 hours per week)
Contract Type: One-year fixed-term contract

Are you a skilled fundraiser who is ready to make a difference?

GRACE is a charity dedicated to supporting women diagnosed with gynaecological cancers. Our team is seeking a dynamic Trust and Corporate Fundraising Manager to help grow our vital income streams so we can increase our research and support programmes. This is an exciting opportunity to join a small, passionate team during a time of transformation, and to play a pivotal role in helping even more women with gynaecological cancers across our network to not just live, but to live well.  

The Role
As Trust and Corporate Fundraising Manager, you will:

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver a fundraising strategy to secure income from trusts, foundations, and corporate partners.
• Create tailored funding applications and build long-term partnerships.
• Monitor income targets and report on impact.
• Collaborate with the team to create innovative campaigns.

About You

• You’ll have proven experience in trust and corporate fundraising with a successful track record.
• Possess excellent communication, relationship-building, and strategic thinking skills.
• Most importantly, you’ll be passionate about making a difference and supporting women with gynaecological cancers.

What We Offer

• A supportive and flexible, where practical, work environment.
• An opportunity to be part of a team leading on the sustainability and transformation of the charity.
• A chance to transform lives and drive meaningful change.

Ready to Join Us?
If you’re passionate about fundraising and want to use your skills to support women facing gynaecological cancers, we’d love to hear from you.

Let’s beat gynaecological cancers, together.

Salary: £30,750 - £36,990, depending on experience 

Hours: 35 hours Monday to Friday (flexible)

Location: Remote, with some travel across the UK

Job Ref: 1211

Are you a skilled fundraiser with a passion for social justice?

Cranstoun is recruiting for a brand new role to lead on raising funds from charitable trusts and foundations.

The Trust Fundraising Manager will build on Cranstoun’s existing fundraising pipeline and develop new relationships with grant-makers to support the charity’s work across all five service areas: drugs and alcohol, domestic abuse, criminal justice, housing & homelessness, and children & young people.

We’re looking for a skilled fundraiser with an entrepreneurial approach. You will have experience of working in a fundraising and/or charity environment and a proven track record of researching and securing trust and grant income.

This role will be home based, with regular travel to London/Birmingham and other areas of the UK.

We encourage applications from individuals looking for flexible working arrangements.

To download an application, please vist the website via the apply button.

Unfortunately, we are unable to accept CVs.

Closing date: Sunday 15 March 2025.

Interview date: w/c 24 March 2025.

We are an inclusive employer, committed to promoting equality and diversity in all areas of our work.

Registered Charity No: 1061582

Reporting to the Head of Quality, the Quality Officer will have responsibility for ensuring that the Bikeability Industry is supported to deliver a quality standard of training. With responsibility for the administration of complaints and serious incidents, registration, renewals, information and awards, the Quality Officer will support wider Bikeability industry training standardisation.

The Bikeability Trust 

The Bikeability Trust’s purpose is to ensure that all cycle training is delivered to a gold standard, inspiring everyone to cycle with competence and confidence.   

We are:  

• Expert: The Trust has successfully administered the Bikeability programme on behalf of government since 2018, delivering high-quality delivery guides and instructor training, and our workforce has thousands of years combined experience teaching people to cycle.  

• Inspiring: Every rider completes our training feeling able, confident and motivated to cycle safely on the roads for short journeys. Transforming the traditional image of cycling to an everyday, everyone activity.    

• Quality focussed: Our instructors deliver high-quality, consistent and standardised cycle training. We aim to ensure that every rider achieves the same outcomes to the same standard, taking into account their individual capabilities, including special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).  

• Inclusive: We take action to reduce barriers to participation, support underrepresented groups and ensure that anyone who wishes to access Bikeability cycle training is able to do so, and cycling is seen as an activity for all.   

• Efficient: Our delivery programme offers value for money and is delivered in an economic, proportional and efficient way.  

• Influential: We share our evidence of the impact of cycle training across a variety of sectors (transport, education, environment, health, leisure, etc) and work collaboratively with stakeholders, partners and commercial organisations to achieve our vision and influence behaviour change.  

Responsibilities  

• Support the Head of Quality to implement the annual plan of quality improvement and training standardisation for the Bikeability Industry. This may include but not limited to: 

• IQA guidance and training for training providers. 

• CPD for instructors and training providers 

• Guidance grant recipients to assess quality 

• Assimilating learning from complaints and serious incidents 

• Making amends to the Cycle Training Delivery Guide 

• Guidance, training and support to Quality Consultants 

Instructor and Training Provider support 

• Working with the RDC team, monitor and report on instructor and training provider registrations and renewals. Share information and intelligence about the workforce across teams to support the delivery of the Active Travel England grant contract

• Manage the production, stock, distribution and forecasting of income of the Bikeability awards materials, working with third party suppliers. 

• Support Public and professional advice and contact (contactus) telephone helplines and email accounts, helping to respond to enquiries from public and professionals, providing cover during annual leave periods and responding to dedicated emails

• Ensure delivery of the annual system of registrations and renewals for instructors, training providers and grant recipients (working with the grants team) 

• Support and process instructor and training provider registration applications to Bikeability.

• Ensure registration documentation is kept up to date and processes are robust, compliant and as efficient as possible. 

• Ensure the database is kept up to date with accurate data on training providers and instructors  and respond to enquiries from industry for database user support. 

• Lead small projects and workstreams to improve and develop operational procedures 

• Provide information for Monthly and quarterly reports on performance measures and information for Active Travel England and Board of Trustees. Provide analysis and check content to ensure reporting is correct 

• Work across teams to identify guidance, information or advice for the Bikeability Industry and deliver these through website content, webinars or reports 

• Support the investigation of complaints and serious incidents, and ensure these are reported through the management line 

• Acting on whistleblowing concerning misuse of public funds or the Bikeability brand, and ensure these are reported through the management line 

• Ensure all systems and procedures are in line with best practice and relevant legislation including GDPR. 

Digitisation Support 

• Provide support to answer queries and requests around digitisation from instructors and training working with IT Support Officer, Director of Training and Quality and Administration Officer 

Bikeability Conference 

• Manage the cross department working group on the annual Bikeability conference

• Support the planning, delivery and learnings from the Bikeability conference 

• Manage the tickets and payments for the Bikeability conference 

EQA 

• Support the Quality team preproduction of an annual thematic report on quality

• Work with communications team to effectively communicate the quality assurance system to Bikeability Industry. 

• Work across teams to identify guidance, information or advice for the Bikeability Industry and deliver these through website content, webinars or report 

Complaints and Serious Incidents  

• Maintain the serious incident logs, case records and public / industry information about complaints and serious incidents 

• Ensure complaints and serious incidents are responded to in line with policy and best practice, and ensure these are reported through the management line

• Prepare complaints responses working with the Head of Quality and Director of Training and Quality for advice, guidance and sign off 

• Acting on whistleblowing concerning misuse of public funds or the Bikeability brand, , and ensure these are reported through the management line 

• Ensure all systems and procedures are in line with best practice and relevant legislation including GDPR. 

General  

• Lead small projects and workstreams to improve and develop operational procedures 

• Provide information for Monthly and quarterly reports on performance measures and information for Active Travel England and Board of Trustees. Provide analysis and check content to ensure reporting is correct 

• Recognise the need to be flexible when working for a small organisation and carry out other duties that may be required 

• Commitment to personal continuing professional development

• Take on any other tasks as agreed with line manager 

Person specification 

The successful applicant will have: 

• Degree or relevant work experience

• Experience of project management

• Excellent organisational and customer care skills 

• Experience of investigating and responding to complaints

• Strong written and oral communication skills 

• Ability to use Microsoft 365 packages including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook.

• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently 

• An interest in cycling and training, including working in Bikeability Industry

Skills 

• Be able to prioritise own workload in consultation with line manager

• Demonstrates a good understanding of excellent customer service 

• Can do attitude/problem solving skills 

• Positive, motivated, developing person 

• Understanding of safeguarding legislation and procedures

The package 

The Bikeability Trust offers the successful candidates a competitive salary and: 

• Bikeability cycle training

• Generous contributory pension scheme 

• 38 days annual leave for full time members of staff (including public holidays) 

• Employee Assistance Programme

We value staff and a range of experience at the Bikeability Trust, so the person specification is a guide to the skills. We encourage diverse applicants and transferable skills.

Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract (2 years) potential to become permanent

Salary: £32,300 - £34,000 per annum

Department: Governance

Directorate: Professional Services

Location: Working from home, with very occasional UK travel 

Reports to: Governance Manager 

We are seeking someone with a keen eye for detail and who has the ability to work on their own initiative as part of a remote team. A willingness to learn, get on with the job, to question and to challenge will be essential.

As the Governance and Reporting Officer, you’ll play a crucial role in the relationship with a key stakeholder and our largest funder, the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG), ensuring the good governance and excellent reporting of progress against this Grant. You’ll be a great communicator, with the ability to influence, negotiate and problem solve.

Key Responsibilities:

You’ll provide overall coordination of MHCLG grant governance and reporting, ensuring all areas delivering under the terms of the grant are aware of reporting deadlines, providing them with the necessary support and advice in preparing progress reports.

Supporting the production of concise, relevant and timely updates and responses for our Senior Leadership Team. 

Delivering high quality reports by ensuring a high level of accuracy and attention to detail is applied. 

Supporting the Governance Team in ensuring high standards of governance and reporting in all activities. 

Providing general administrative support to the overall grant governance process and to the Governance Manager including but not limited to checking stakeholder and key personnel availability for meetings, producing accurate minutes, records and action logs arising, coordinating company reporting to meet deadlines and reviewing documents for tone of voice, uniformity, conformity and completeness.  

Building and maintaining good working relationships with key stakeholders. 

Supporting continuous improvement of the reporting across the organisation by working with all areas of the organisation to improve the presentation, accuracy and consistency of data and reporting. 

Undertaking such other tasks as may be reasonably requested by the Governance Manager.

Full details of the role and what we are looking for can be found in the Job Description on the NFCC website. 

What you can expect:

We are people centred and focus on creating a positive and engaging working environment. Wellbeing, reward, recognition, and personal development are not just words we talk about, we put them into action daily.

We offer an enhanced annual leave allowance of 26 days plus bank holidays, Health Care Cashplan, access to an Employee Assistance Programme and support flexitime working.

If this sounds like the kind of opportunity that you would be interested in; please have a look at the detailed Job Description on the NFCC website and apply.  

How to apply: 

Please complete the application form linked to this vacancy and apply. CV’s will NOT be accepted for this position. 

Closing Date – 13 March 2025 with interviews being conducted week commencing 17th March 2025. 

PLEASE NOTE – THIS VACANCY WILL CLOSE BEFORE THE CLOSING DATE IF WE RECEIVE A HIGH NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS.

NFCC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and will require a DBS check to be completed prior to commencing in post. 

NFCC is committed to being an inclusive employer. We comply with the Equality Act 2010, and we believe that everyone deserves to work in safe environments that are free from bullying, harassment and discrimination, abuse, and harm, where they feel supported, welcome, and able to thrive. 

NFCC acknowledges the duty of care to safeguard, protect and promote the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and is committed to ensuring safeguarding practice reflects statutory responsibilities, government guidance and complies with best practice, all staff are expected to share this commitment.

Premier League Stadium Fund Technical Executive

The role is home-based, with regular travel to sites and facilities. Occasional travel to further locations and our main office at Wembley Stadium may be required to support business needs.

We currently have a vacancy in the Premier League Stadium Fund for a Technical Executive to support the Stadium Accreditation Programme and to support the assessment of applications to  the Premier League Stadium Fund.

Premier League Stadium Fund

The Premier League Stadium Fund (PLSF) provides grants to improve stadium facilities for players, supporters, and officials. Supporting over 1,000 clubs, it aids teams in the National League System (Steps 1-6), Women’s Football Pyramid (Tiers 1-4), and newly promoted EFL clubs.

Through its Stadium Accreditation Programme, PLSF collects facility data for The FA, ensuring targeted investment. This digital process helps clubs track required works and report improvements. By funding upgrades, PLSF helps non-league and women’s clubs meet standards, avoid relegation, secure promotion, and enhance financial sustainability and matchday experiences.

Football Foundation

Whilst the Technical Executive will be responsible for the successful delivery of the Premier League Stadium Fund, they will be employed by the Football Foundation, and therefore it’s important that they understand the wider context – in terms of what we do and how we go about it.

The Football Foundation transforms lives and communities by creating great places to play. As an independent charity, we work in partnership with the Premier League, The FA, and Sport England to invest in community sports facilities. With an additional £205 million government investment in grassroots football over the next three years, we are well-positioned to continue improving pitches and facilities nationwide.

The role

The PLSF Technical Executive will support Stadium Accreditation for clubs in National League System Steps 5-6 and Women’s Football Pyramid Tiers 3-4, ensuring grounds meet FA standards on time. The role includes reviewing grant applications, managing risks, and aiding stadium development. This entry-level role provides hands-on experience in stadium design, development, and compliance. You'll support the PLSF grant process and Stadium Accreditation Programme, working with clubs to ensure grounds meet FA standards. Responsibilities include reviewing grant applications, managing risks, and supporting stadium development.

We’re looking for enthusiastic individuals eager to develop professionally. A qualification in a construction field (Level 4 HNC or HND minimum) is required. You don’t need a passion for football or in-depth knowledge of the football pyramid—your technical or construction background is what matters most. Successful applicants will gain hands-on experience in grant management and technical processes while working with an experienced team. Over time, you'll manage your own portfolio of clubs, guiding them to meet Stadium Accreditation requirements on schedule.

What are we looking for?

You’ll need an HNC/HND (Level 4/5) in a construction-related field and some experience on building sites, with knowledge of construction processes and quality standards. Understanding the FA’s league structures is desirable but not essential. We support team development and progression. To be eligible for promotion to a Technical Manager role, a degree in a construction-related field is required. With the right degree, we aim to prepare you for promotion within two to three years.You’ll need strong people skills to engage and motivate others while managing projects from start to finish. Excellent organisation is essential, balancing multiple tasks, prioritising, and meeting deadlines without compromising quality.

For more details about the role, please download the recruitment pack.

What can we offer you?

The salary band for this role is £26,000 - £30,000 per annum. This will be reviewed periodically, providing opportunities for your salary to grow as you develop and gain experience in the role. You’ll start with 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (increasing after 2 years), and additional time off for volunteering. Benefits include an 8% employer pension contribution, free healthcare, gym subsidy, death in service benefit, and access to match tickets.

Mary’s Meals serves nutritious school meals to children living in some of the world’s poorest countries. The promise of a meal attracts these hungry children into the classroom, giving them the energy to learn and hope for a better future.

We are delighted to be recruiting for a Senior Finance Manager to join Mary’s Meals UK. Reporting to our Head of Finance, you will lead the financial accounting, reporting and control activities within Mary’s Meals UK and ensure they are carried out efficiently, effectively and in line with good practice. You will be responsible for the maintenance of accurate financial records, for the integrity of the accounting system and for compliance with regulatory requirements with regard to accounting records and reporting.

MMUK is the largest and longest established National Affiliate in the Mary’s Meals network, currently raising c.£20M to support global school feeding programmes, reaching children living some of the world’s poorest countries. The promise of a meal attracts these hungry children into the classroom, giving them the energy to learn and hope for a better future.

We have a remote-first approach to work and are happy for you to work remotely and flexibly, in a way that best supports your work-life balance. We have an office in Glasgow and London for those who would like to work from here occasionally or on a regular basis. Some travel across the UK may be required. 

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

• Provide leadership, management and coaching to the Finance team.
• Ensure quality control over the completion and recording of financial transactions and financial reporting.
• Develop, implement and ensure adherence to financial policies and procedures.
• Develop and maintain an ongoing system of internal controls.
• Ensure appropriate controls are adhered to in order to manage all financial risks.
• Oversee cash management of several currency bank accounts.
• To be responsible for the provision of weekly financial updates, month end close process and the year-end financial close process.
• Produce Annual Financial Statements in line with Company Law, UK Charity SORP and Auditing requirements, and liaise with external auditors.
• Supply all year end analysis and schedules to the external auditors as required in the Audit Deliverables document and to run the year end audit process.
• Prepare the Quarterly Income and Expenditure Forecast for MMUK for review and approval by Senior Management.
• Prepare the Annual Budget and all related analysis for MMUK for review and approval by Senior Management and the Board.
• Liaise with the Fundraising departments to maintain accurate records of restricted funding, and to provide financial information for grant applications and reports.
• Proactively manage the monthly cash transfer process to facilitate timely and appropriate transfer to Mary’s Meals International.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure timely production of high-quality monthly Management Accounts.
• Oversee the monthly payroll processes including supply of information to payroll bureaus and authorisation of payment by bureaus.

About you:

• Qualified Accountant, CCAB equivalent.
• Sound and up to date knowledge of UKGAAP, International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), and UK Charitable Sector reporting requirements.
• Knowledge of general data protection regulations and responsibilities.
• Good demonstrable understanding of the charity sector.
• Experience of managing staff within a Finance department.
• Good computer skills, including familiarity with financial software packages, Microsoft Word and Excel are essential. Knowledge of SAGE50 would be an advantage.
• Outgoing personality with excellent communication and training skills.
• Strong team leader, capable of managing a team in a dynamic environment.

Please see the recruitment pack on our website by following the apply instructions on Charity Job.

Introduction

Cystic Fibrosis Trust is the charity uniting people to stop cystic fibrosis (CF). We fund vital research, improve care, speak out and race towards effective treatments for all. We won’t stop until everyone with cystic fibrosis can live without limits.  Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a genetic condition which causes sticky mucus to build up in the lungs and digestive system.  It affects more than 11,000 people in the UK.

In recent years, improvements in the treatments for CF have transformed the symptoms and quality of life experienced by many, but not all of the community.  The enormous leap forward that has been made is both wonderful and challenging and brings new support needs.

With better health, more people with CF now want to plan careers, but need to balance this with management of their condition.  Others still need support with barriers to work or help to navigate their rights at work when they need to focus on their health.  This led us to create Work Forwards, a dedicated programme of career, work and employment support for the CF community.

Background about the Work Forwards Programme

Building on the foundations of our existing financial and welfare support, our Work Forwards employment programme aims to give people with CF the confidence and skills to move towards secure, fulfilling employment which fits around their health needs.

Having secured three-year funding from the National Lottery Community Fund in autumn 2022, since then the programme has been helping people affected by CF with work, employment and careers. The project’s ultimate aim is to ensure they have the finances and resources to stay as well as possible and live a long, fulfilling life.

The project employs two staff and sits within our wider support service team lead by the Head of Support and Programmes. There are a number of key deliverables for the project including one-to-one support and guidance, online sessions, information resources, and a case study library. Outcome measures are focused on improing skills and confidence and ensuring people affected by CF can navigate barriers to work and employment.

Project Brief

We are now looking to evaluate the programme and seeking a freelance/consultant with expertise in evaluating programmes.

Working closely with Cystic Fibrosis Trust throughout, the consultant will design, implement and deliver an evaluation to enable us to monitor and assess to what extent the project is achieving the programme aims and make recommendations for future delivery.

The overall aim of this work is to compile and provide us with a comprehensive, well-presented, and easy-to-read independent report to demonstrate to what extent we have met the outcomes intended throughout this project, as described in the funding proposal.

The deadline for when we need this report completed is July 2025 and which we can then submit to the National Lottery Community Fund and use this to inform the development of future funding bids. 

Key Deliverables

· Quickly develop a deep understanding of our project and anticipated project outcomes.

· Work with us to quickly develop the ways in which we will evaluate how we have achieved the project outcomes, through qualitative and quantitative data collection.

· Take lead responsibility for ensuring all research data and information is collected as required, to inform the development of a comprehensive report.

· Liaise with us throughout the process to ensure the report is developed to the standard we expect.

· By July 2025, provide us with an excellent final report which tells the story of the delivery of our project, the challenges, learnings and how we have met the project outcomes.

· Suggest a suitable methodology, within timeframe and budget, but we would expect it to include;

1. - Interviews with beneficiaries who have been involved in the programme.
2. - A review of key documents and resources produced through the programme.
3. - Interviews/focus groups with people affected by CF to identify any future needs around work and employment not covered by the programme.
4. - Review and compilation of all impact and evaluation data collected through the programme.
5. - Review of the successes and challenges of the programme so far, to support us to learn from these and to suggest where they may be gaps in delivery/further opportunities to help us shape our possible future work in this area.

Indicative Budget

There is budget available to deliver this project and this is up to a maximum of £6,000. This must cover all costs to complete this work, including consultant fees, and any materials and resources needed to undertake the research and data-gathering element of the project.

It is accepted that it may be the responsibility of some other providers (including ourselves) to collect and provide some of the data required.

Role Requirements

The successful person will:

· Be a suitably experienced project consultant, researcher and report-writer.

· Have knowledge of delivery of funded programmes within a charity, particularly those funded by NLCF.

· Ideally understand work and employment programmes in a charity environment.

· Ideally have lived experience of cystic fibrosis – this will be a distinct advantage.

Tender Submissions

Your proposal to undertake this work should include:

1. Details of you/your organisation, core skills, experience and competencies.

2. Case studies/examples of specific projects you have worked on, including details of two referees.

3. Details of availability to undertake work distributed across the project period and through to completion.

4. Confirmation of ability to work as an independent consultant/freelancer (e.g. Have your own office/IT equipment and the correct tax and NI status to work as a freelancer)

5. Evidence of any professional indemnity insurance/public liability insurance you have in place.

6. Details of how you would fulfil the project brief, the fees you would charge and the steps you would take to deliver the project to budget and timescale.

Selection Criteria

Proposals will be assessed according to the following criteria:

· Extent to which the tender demonstrates an understanding of and meets the brief.

· Previous experience of delivering similar briefs in a relevant field.

· Overall quality of the submission.

· Availability to deliver to timeline.

· Lived experience of cystic fibrosis.

Timeline

We expect you to work with us across a 6–8-week period as follows:

· Closing date for tender submissions – 13 March 2025

· Tender selection – week commencing 17 March 2025

· Expected project start date – 1 April 2025

· Final report delivered by – 11 July 2025

Closing date and how to submit your Tender

The closing date for submission of proposals is 5pm on 13 March 2025

The Move 8 Week Young People’s Programme has experienced remarkable growth, with referrals increasing by 109% between 2021/22 and 2023/24. To meet the growing demand while maintaining high standards, we are recruiting a Cancer Rehab Specialist Lead.

This role is critical to overseeing the delivery, development, and impact of the MOVE 8 Week Young People's Programme. As the team lead, you will manage Cancer Rehab Specialists and a team of freelancers. You'll aslso be working in collaboration with your line manager to drive innovation, patnerships, and excellence and have your own caseload of young people.

Leadership and Team Management

• Lead and manage the Cancer Rehab Specialist and a pool of freelancers delivering aspects of the programme.
• Foster a collaborative and supportive team environment, ensuring clarity of roles and responsibilities.
• Provide ongoing guidance, performance management, and professional development for the team.

Direct Support to Participants

• Provide one-on-one support to young people with a focus on physical activity and wellbeing.
• Develop MOVE’s support for 13-30 year olds following Proton Beam Therapy, and building relationships with key stakeholders and Health Care Professionals.
• Ensure participants receive tailored support, including one-to-one sessions and resources to enhance their rehabilitation journey.
• Work alongside your line manager to monitor participant outcomes and satisfaction, using data insights to continually improve service delivery.

Partnerships, Advocacy and systems change

• Build and maintain relationships with healthcare providers, community organisations, and other key stakeholders to support young people and raise awareness on the benefits of physical activity.
• Advocate the benefits of physical activity during and after cancer treatment at professional events and conferences.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to embed physical activity in cancer care pathways, planning and delivering workshops to contribute towards this.

Programme Development and Growth

• Develop and implement innovative improvements to the 8 Week Programme based on participant feedback and best practices in cancer rehabilitation, for example by managing and refining referral processes to reduce waiting times and improve participant experiences.
• Work with your line manager to design and implement scalable systems and processes to support sustainable growth of the programme.
• Embed equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) principles in all activities, ensuring accessibility for underserved and diverse communities.
• Collaborate with internal teams to align the programme with organisational goals and secure funding opportunities.

Impact Evaluation and Reporting

• Work with the Programme Coordinator to oversee the collection and analysis of relevant data to evaluate the programme’s effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.
• Work with your line manager to write reports for stakeholders, funders, and senior leadership, highlighting achievements and demonstrating impact.
• Identify participant stories and successes to share with the marketing and communications team.

Person Specification

Essential Requirements

• Cancer Rehab Level 4 Training or equivalent
• Proven experience leading teams, including freelancers or contractors, in a health, cancer care, or rehabilitation context.
• Strong understanding of the role of physical activity in cancer rehabilitation and recovery.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with experience managing diverse stakeholders.
• Organisational skills to support multiple aspects of programme delivery and team management effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to innovate, solve problems, and drive service improvements.
• Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion principles, with experience working with underserved communities.
• Cocreating with young people

Desirable Requirements

• Relevant qualifications in cancer rehabilitation, health promotion, or a related field.
• Experience in managing budgets and contributing to funding applications or grants.
• Familiarity with safeguarding and data protection regulations.
• Programme development experience

MOVE Benefits

Salary: £34,000 (pro rata)

Contract: 1 Year Part-Time (4 days per week) with potential to extend

Location: Remote, with occasional travel for events, workshops and meetings (Please note that this role is only available for applicants with the right to work in the UK)

The post is subject to a six months’ probationary period. We understand the importance of a work-life balance and respect individual needs.

Annual Leave: Generous allocation of 28 days of holiday leave (pro rata if part-time)

Special Day Off: Your Birthday

Extended Holiday Break: Our charity closes down in between Christmas and New Year, giving you the opportunity to enjoy some additional time off over the festive period.

Pension Benefits: Pension plan through NEST (National Employment Savings Trust)

Flexible Working Arrangements and Hours: We believe in empowering our employees to manage their time effectively. This is a remote working role (within the UK) with travel for team meetings and other work-related events.

How to apply

• Produce a document no longer than 2 sides of A4, outlining why your skills, experience and personal motivation make you the right person for this role. Please also attach your CV.
• Please provide name and contact details of two referees that we would contact if shortlisted.
• Please use your name in the subject header of the email and the file name of the document.
• Please send these to recruitment@movecharityorg
• For an informal discussion before applying, please email interim charity lead nazmeen.wardle-bi@movecharityorg
• Closing date to apply for this role is Wednesday 26th March
• If you would prefer to submit your application in an alternative format, please feel free to choose your own approach to convey the information requested.

Equal Opportunities and Diversity Statement:

MOVE Against Cancer is an equal opportunities employer, values diversity and is strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment.

Key Application and interview information:

There will be two stages of the interview process. The first stage will be virtual via video call and for those invited to the second stage, the interview will take place in-person in Manchester.

Data Protection Statement

For information about how we use your data, please contact us.

Safeguarding

Move Against Cancer is committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all individuals who participate in our programmes and all staff and volunteers. Successful candidates will be required to carry out a disclosure and barring check.

Pratham is one of the largest and most respected education charities in India. We developed a model that can teach a child to read and do basic maths in as little as 30 days for £14. We also have preschool, vocational and women's education programmes. 

We have strong support from the UK Indian diaspora and are in a period of significant growth, having tripled in size in three years. We expect to raise £1.8m this year and are ambitious to at least triple again. 

While you will work in a small, fully remote team daily, you will be part of the global Pratham network. The team in India has over 6,000 staff, and they raise $28m locally. Pratham USA has 14 chapters and produces around 12 galas annually, contributing to its $30m income. We have recently launched Pratham International, and we will work with them to reach more children worldwide in the years ahead.

This role will be key in sharing Pratham’s impactful work with our supporters. The core of the role is to manage digital content across email, social media, and our website, and play a vital role in supporting fundraising events, particularly our annual gala which will be held at the V&A in November this year and recruiting runners of the London Marathon.

We expect to launch a new website in 2025, a version of the new Pratham USA website that is due to roll out in mid-March. You’ll have an important role in adapting and tailoring it for Pratham UK.

There is potential for some advocacy work but that is secondary to the fundraising and communications elements.

If you’re a proactive communicator who thrives on creativity and is excited by the opportunity to support events and grow with an ambitious organisation, we’d love to hear from you.

Reporting to the Director of Training and Quality, the Head of Quality will have responsibility for maintaining high quality standards across all operations relating to the delivery of Bikeability, the government’s national cycle training programme.

The post-holder will be familiar with the vocational qualification landscape and will hold (at least) Level 4 qualification in quality assurance.

They will ensure that quality is at the heart of Bikeability by development and delivery of the quality assurance system. 

The Bikeability Trust 

The Bikeability Trust’s purpose is to ensure that all cycle training is delivered to a gold standard, inspiring everyone to cycle with competence and confidence.   

We are:  

• Expert: The Trust has successfully administered the Bikeability programme on behalf of government since 2018, delivering high-quality delivery guides and instructor training, and our workforce has thousands of years combined experience teaching people to cycle.  

• Inspiring: Every rider completes our training feeling able, confident and motivated to cycle safely on the roads for short journeys. Transforming the traditional image of cycling to an everyday, everyone activity.    

• Quality focussed: Our instructors deliver high-quality, consistent and standardised cycle training. We aim to ensure that every rider achieves the same outcomes to the same standard, taking into account their individual capabilities, including special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).  

• Inclusive: We take action to reduce barriers to participation, support underrepresented groups and ensure that anyone who wishes to access Bikeability cycle training is able to do so, and cycling is seen as an activity for all.   

• Efficient: Our delivery programme offers value for money and is delivered in an economic, proportional and efficient way.  

• Influential: We share our evidence of the impact of cycle training across a variety of sectors (transport, education, environment, health, leisure, etc) and work collaboratively with stakeholders, partners and commercial organisations to achieve our vision and influence behaviour change.  

Responsibilities  

Quality Assurance Management  

• Develop with Director of Training and Quality the annual plan of quality improvement and training standardisation for the Bikeability Industry. This may include but not limited to: 

• Writing and continually improving IQA guidance for training providers. This may include written guidance, video, webinar and other resources 

• Developing and leading CPD for instructors and training providers 

• Developing procurement guidance for grant recipients to assess quality 

• Assimilating learning from complaints and serious incidents into quality improvement and training standardisation plan 

• Keeping informed around any legislation or guidance changes that require amends to the Bikeability Delivery Guide. Ensure the guide is updated and communicated effectively 

• Leading guidance, training and support to Quality Consultants to ensure standardisation and consistency of visits and reports 

• Introducing and leading on training for training providers’ IQA leads 

• Running the quarterly meeting for training providers’ IQA leads 

• Produce an annual thematic report on quality

• Develop initiatives to support and improve instructor recruitment and retainment. 

• Work with communications team to effectively communicate the quality assurance system to Bikeability Industry

• Offer subject matter expertise, expert insight and support to the Bikeability Effectiveness Advisory Group and Regional Networks 

• Manage the quality team for the Bikeability programme: 

• Safeguarding, complaints and serious incidents monitoring, reporting and learnings 

• Training Provider External Quality Assurance visits and standardisation of delivery to identify industry needs 

• Acting on whistleblowing concerning misuse of public funds or the Bikeability brand 

• Annual system of registrations and renewals for instructors, training providers and grant recipients

• Responding to enquiries from members of the public and professionals through contactus

• Awards materials delivery and monitoring 

• Supporting digitisation enquiries from the Bikeability Industry 

• Overseeing the Bikeability conference 

• Collating, analysing, reporting and acting on data/feedback collected through digitisation 

• Monthly and quarterly reports on delivery of core services for Department for Transport and Board of Trustees 

• Lead the Bikeability annual conference planning (working with a cross departmental project team) 

Digitisation 

• Ensure that grant recipients, training providers and instructors receive timely support on digitisation and technical help where required working across the quality team 

• Work with the operations team to report on the impact of quality 

Get Cycling in Schools (GCiS) 

• Provide leadership to the project team to fulfil objectives and outcomes of the programme 

• Ensure financial processes are followed and budgets are reconciled on GCIS spend 

• Ensure GCiS outcomes reporting as part of the quality team monthly and quality reporting

General  

• Recognise the need to be flexible when working for a small organisation and carry out other duties that may be required 

• Commitment to personal continuing professional development

• Take on another other task as agreed with line manager 

Person specification 

The successful applicant will have: 

• A first or higher degree 

• L2 Award in Instructing Cycle Training qualification status and enhanced DBS 

• Level 4 Quality Assurance

• Excellent organisational and customer care skills 

• Strong written and oral communication skills 

• Have a growth and continuous improvement mindset 

• Ability to use Microsoft 365 packages including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and Teams 

• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently 

• It is also essential that the post holder has experience of one or more of the following:

• Experience of managing Bikeability programmes

• Customer service and complaints

• Safeguarding

Skills 

• Excellent communicator (both orally and in writing) with effective listening, influencing and negotiation skills 

• Highly effective decision-making skills with excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities 

• Excellent administrative, organisational and IT skills 

• Intellectual rigour, financial acumen and the ability to accurately analyse and explain complex issues 

We value staff and a range of experience at the Bikeability Trust, so the person specification is a guide to the skills. We encourage diverse applicants and transferable skills.