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About Global Greengrants Fund:

Global Greengrants Fund (GGF) supports grassroots activists and civil society organisations around the world working to address environmental and social justice in over 160 countries.  GGF applies a participatory and decentralised model in making grants to grassroots groups through regional and thematic boards of advisors, global partner networks and independent funds, to support grassroots environmental and social justice action.

Global Greengrants Fund comprises two organisations located in the USA, Global Greengrants Fund Inc (established in 1993), and Global Greengrants Fund UK (established in 2012). The two organisations work closely together with a shared grantmaking programme and strategic collaboration at the senior leadership level. GGF UK consists of thirteen staff members working on fundraising and influencing philanthropy; finance; communications; and operations, with all of these functions operating autonomously but in close collaboration with their US counterpart functions.

In 2025, Global Greengrants Fund is amid a strategic journey in which we collectively centre our values, including diversity, equity and inclusion, and organisational care in our work, and to rediscover our identity and potential after 30 years of work. We have experienced tremendous growth over the past two years and we are thoughtfully, yet rapidly, growing our annual grantmaking, our philanthropic advocacy, and our global partnerships and collaborations to new levels. This includes creating a globally networked learning organisation and transforming our organisational culture to be more collaborative – we call this our transformative journey. The Head of Finance needs to understand the challenges and opportunities that come with these transformations and can remain flexible, steady, and adaptable.

The Role

Global Greengrants Fund UK is looking to hire an energetic and passionate individual who will play a key role in leading the finance function. The Head of Finance reports to the Director of Finance and Operations (DFO) and is responsible for the ensuring the smooth day to day operations of the finance function, including maintaining and ensuring accuracy of organisation's financial records, supporting all financial strategies and financial operations. They are responsible for all accounting, financial reporting and budgeting functions of the organisation, and with guidance ensures the organisation adheres to relevant regulatory and accounting principles. They work closely with the DFO to manage information exchange, integration and collaboration with our US sister organisation.  Playing a vital role in the finance function they ensure accurate financial data capture and high-quality financial reporting while driving automation and efficiency across financial processes. They will work closely and collaboratively with budget holders, particularly in programs and philanthropic partnerships teams, providing them with meaningful financial insight and advice.

They will also play a key role in understanding and managing program/project funding (both restricted and unrestricted) and collaborate with the Programme Funding Manager ensuring effective tracking of restricted and unrestricted income and expenditure within GGF.

The ability to leverage Microsoft Excel, QuickBooks and other financial tools (policies, processes and software) will be crucial in optimising our financial systems and improving processes.

The candidate profile.

The successful applicant will have significant relevant experience in a similar role in a charitable, environmental, development, social justice, feminist, gender, human rights organisation, and/or grant-making organisation. The ideal candidate will be a highly skilled and experienced finance professional with a relevant accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or AAT) experience in the charity or non-profit sector. They will value transparency and accountability, demonstrating strong critical thinking and, strategic risk management. They will have a deep understanding of UK GAAP accounting principles and a strong background in financial management, including budgeting, financial controls, grant processing, and audit preparation. Proficiency in financial systems, particularly QuickBooks Advanced or similar accounting software, as well as advanced Excel skills, is essential. The candidate will be highly organised, detail-oriented, and capable of prioritising workloads in a fast-paced and evolving environment. With a proven ability to oversee financial processes, implement automation strategies, and manage treasury functions, they will also be confident in providing financial insights and risk assessments to senior leadership. Experience working in an international organisation and knowledge of exchange rate risk management would be advantageous. They also thrive in a virtual environment, motivated to take on challenges and collaboratively find innovative and creative solutions. Multiple language skills would be ideal, while English fluency is a must.

Personal characteristics

The successful candidate will be a transparent, effective and adaptive leader with a commitment to lifelong learning and a drive to mentor, coach, and share leadership, capable of mentoring and supporting finance team members while ensuring strong financial governance across the organisation. They will have skills to give, receive and work with feedback constructively, with the intellectual and emotional resilience necessary to take up critical responsibilities. They are self-reflective and passionate about multi-directional accountability. Relevant lived experiences related to GGF’s work and community would be a distinct advantage.

The right candidate will understand Global Greengrants Fund’s core values and be committed to the guiding principles and mission of Global Greengrants Fund and ensure they uphold them in the way they take up the responsibilities of the role.  

How to apply:

Applications need to be submitted through GGF UK’s job platform by 27 April 2025 at 23:59. 

You will be required to complete a set of screening questions and upload a current CV. You will need to submit these in English. We thank all those who apply, but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

Global Greengrants Fund UK is an equal opportunities employer. We strongly encourage applicants from all backgrounds and walks of life. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our team is critical to our success. We seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion, ethnicity, gender, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.

Our client, a dedicated organisation undergoing an exciting period of growth, is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Part-Time Trusts Fundraiser to play a crucial role in their fundraising strategy. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant contribution by focusing on developing and submitting high-quality, lower value trust applications that will provide a stable foundation for their ongoing services and new initiatives.

Working fully remotely and with complete flexibility, the successful candidate will be responsible for cultivating relationships with trusts and foundations, creating a robust pipeline of applications, and ensuring accurate and timely reporting. This role demands efficiency and the ability to produce numerous high-calibre applications within set deadlines, clearly articulating the client's mission and impact.

Joining a supportive and collaborative team where every contribution is valued, this position offers an excellent work-life balance and the chance to be an integral part of a tight-knit group committed to mutual support, growth, and innovation. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and write compelling, high-quality funding applications to trusts and foundations.
• Maintain and nurture relationships with existing trust and foundation supporters.
• Establish and manage a clear pipeline of applications and associated reporting deadlines.
• Ensure the timely and accurate reporting to funders on grant expenditure and impact.
• Collaborate effectively with internal teams to gather essential project information and impact data.
• Maintain meticulous records of all trust-related activities.
• Monitor funding success rates and income against established targets.

Essential Experience and Skills:

• Proven experience in fundraising within the charitable sector.
• Exceptional written communication skills with a demonstrable ability to create persuasive funding proposals.
• Strong attention to detail and a highly organised approach to managing workload.
• Ability to interpret and present complex information in a clear and concise manner.
• Experience using CRM systems and managing databases effectively.
• A solid understanding of the UK trust and foundation funding landscape.
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to work effectively and independently.
• Knowledge of charity governance and best practices in grant management.

Working Hours: Part-time, 2 days per week (14.5 hours).

 

What’s on Offer:

• £110 per day + £13.77 daily holiday pay (£124.44 total PAYE) 
• Part-time opportunity 
• A flexible working set up, remote with occasional travel to London
• A 6 month contract

How to Apply:
To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role by clicking the “apply now” button.

The process: If your experience aligns with what we're looking for, a member of our team will be in contact to discuss the role with you in more detail before presenting your profile to the client. We will also ensure that all applicants receive an email to inform them of the outcome of their application.

Commitment to Diversity:
The Talent Set and our partner organisation are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, sexual orientation, disability, age, or gender. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.

A place to make things happen

Location: Bradford/Burnley/Camberley/Peterborough/Stockton, Hybrid with travel to their office or site/external meeting at least once a month.
Salary: £57,211 per annum
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday – Friday 9am to 5pm

Our client believe everyone should have a safe and affordable place to call home. It’s this belief that drives everything they do and inspires them to go above and beyond for their customers.

They pride themselves in understanding their needs and delivering the best customer service, every time.

They’re also proud to be at the forefront of change. They’re on a journey of transformation, finding new ways to support their customers - and their people.

If you’re looking for a career where you can learn new skills, try new things and shape your future, there’s a place for you with them.

About the role

As the Fire & Building Safety Manager, you'll ensure that fire safety responsibilities across the organisation are fully understood and properly executed. This role focuses on developing, implementing, and maintaining a fire safety culture that minimises risk and guarantees that no fire risk assessments are overdue. You will inspire your colleagues and lead the Fire Safety Assessors & Project Manager, ensuring compliance and safety standards are always met, and that necessary remedial work is promptly addressed. By ensuring customer safety and fire management is proactive, you'll play a key part in safeguarding their residents and assets.

This is an exciting role as you'll manage a national portfolio, including high rise residential properties, ensuring they're safe for their customers. As the landscape of Fire & Building Safety is evolving - as their Fire & Building Safety Manager you'll have the opportunity to take ownership of this service and make continuous improvements ensuring that they're keeping abreast of change and in line with legislation.

Salary

The spot salary for this post is £57,211 per annum for applicants who fully meet the requirements of the post. Applicants, who do not meet all the requirements of the post, will start 5% or 10% below the spot salary.

About you

As a Fire & Building Safety Manager you'll have:

• NEBOSH Certificate in Fire Safety & Risk Management or equivalent fire risk assessment qualification.
• Proven experience managing fire safety programs and delivering Fire Risk Assessments.
• Strong leadership skills with experience in managing a team and driving performance improvements in fire safety.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills, capable of collaborating across departments.
• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for business use.

Interviews

1st stage interview will take place on 1st May. Successful candidates will be required to complete a Congruity questionnaire to complete prior to 2nd stage interviews.

2nd stage interviews will take place on 9th May via Teams.

A place to build a future

They have big ambitions. That means they need people who are driven to succeed and eager to grow. There, you’ll have the opportunity to learn new skills, thrive in their collaborative environment and take your career in different directions. They also support your health and wellbeing with 28 days of holiday plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time) - plus the opportunity to purchase more - access to an online GP, gym discounts and a day to spend volunteering for a cause that matters to you.

If you require reasonable adjustments to any part of their recruitment process, please let them know they will ensure requirements are met.

Please don’t delay in submitting your application. Where roles are urgent or they receive a high volume of applications, they may interview and conclude the process prior to any closing date indicated.

Please note candidates must have current eligibility to live and work in the UK, They do not currently hold a sponsorship license.

If you’re looking for a place you can make a positive difference to society, to their organisation and to your future, apply now.

You may also have experience in the following: Facilities Manager, Site Quality, H&S Management, Maintenance Manager, Facilities Coordinator, Health and Safety, States Manager, Site Management, H&S Compliance, Retail Facilities, Facility Manager, IOSH, British Institute of Facilities Management, H&S Manager, Maintenance Engineer, NEBOSH, Building Manager, Fire Safety Manager etc.

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This role will predominantly be working from our Day Centre but will also include work with night shelter clients.

Within the Day Centre you will be required to provide advice and advocacy and casework to people who are homeless and at risk of homelessness and maintain a caseload of clients working within a fast paced and dynamic small team. You will support the smooth running of the day centre provision and have a commitment to supporting vulnerable clients in a person-centred way. 

To be successful in this role will require a keen interest in homelessness and the devastating impact this can have on people. This role is suited to someone with a problem solving, positive attitude, who is passionate about supporting marginalised people.   

Brand and Content Manager

Remote (UK-based) | Full-time | Flexible working | Competitive salary + excellent benefits

You would be part of an innovative organisation working to support teachers and improve pupils’ access to quality education.

Oak is a fully remote, mission-driven organisation offering high levels of flexibility, autonomy, and purpose. We’re a national not-for-profit working in partnership with teachers to create the highest-quality, sequenced curriculum and lesson resources for pupils across all subjects and age groups.

Our culture has been independently recognised through:

• Flexa verified (93% overall score, including 95% for working hours and 97% for role modelling)

• Escape the City's Top 1% Employers – based on anonymous colleague reviews of culture, development, and impact

�� About the Role

Ready to lead bold, creative brand marketing and make an impact in education? Oak National Academy is looking for a Brand and Content Manager to shape how we communicate with teachers and champion our mission.

You’ll plan and deliver standout campaigns, develop compelling content plans — from blogs to social to video — and build multi-channel brand awareness. With a clear editorial eye and data-driven mindset, you’ll ensure everything we create strengthens our brand and connects with our audience.

This is a hands-on, strategic role for someone who thrives on turning big ideas into brilliant content. If you’re passionate about purposeful work and know how to build a brand with impact, we’d love to hear from you.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Develop and deliver a comprehensive brand marketing plan, leading marketing campaigns and content plans that deliver Oak’s goals. 

• Manage the creation of high-impact communications content (blogs, case studies, social content, videos) that enhance Oak’s brand and position us as experts in education.

• Oversee Oak’s organic social media and content creator partnerships, to increase awareness and strengthen our brand messages.

• As a member of the Oak Team, you will contribute to the wider success and culture of the organisation and support and role model our five values: create the right environment, be a great colleague, own your role but work for the team, make things happen, and keep getting better.

• Work in cross-functional and product-oriented squads with colleagues from across the organisation, as required.

• Deputise for the Lead School Support Manager and take on other general responsibilities as required.

  What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years experience in brand marketing management.

• Proven success in collecting, analysing and using qualitative and quantitative data to measure and improve brand performance.

• Extensive knowledge in content marketing and using editorial management to maintain a strong, engaging brand presence.

• Proven success in growing audiences through organic social media channels and working collaboratively with content creators.

�� Our Benefits

• 25 days annual leave, plus one extra day for each year of service (up to 28)

• Additional Oak closure days over Christmas/New Year

• 11% employer pension contribution (with no minimum employee contribution)

• A 36-hour working week, with half-days on Fridays or every other Friday off

• Fully remote working — we’ll support your home set-up and offer coworking options if preferred

• Termly in-person offsites to collaborate, connect, and have fun

• A culture that genuinely supports flexibility, autonomy, and trust

�� Inclusion and Belonging

We believe diverse teams build better products. We warmly welcome applicants from all backgrounds, particularly those who are underrepresented in the tech and education sectors.

We use the Applied recruitment platform to help reduce bias in our hiring process. 

�� Key Info

• Location: Remote, but you must be based in the UK with the legal right to work here

• Sponsorship: Unfortunately, we’re unable to offer visa sponsorship at this time

• Closing date: We’ll be reviewing applications as they come in and may close the role early

If this sounds like the kind of role and team where you could do your life’s best work, we’d love to hear from you.

Could you use your challenge events experience to deliver exceptional supporter experiences and generate vital income for a much-loved air ambulance charity?

Role Title: Challenges and Events Officer
Salary: £24,509 - £31,193 (depending on experience)
Contract: Full time, Permanent – some weekend and out of office working will be required
Location: Hybrid - Magpas HQ, Alconbury Weald with travel across Cambridgeshire, Bedfordshire and surrounds & homeworking.
Reports to: Corporate, Community and Events Manager

Magpas Air Ambulance are looking for a driven and organised Challenges and Events Officer to join our Corporate, Community and Events Team. This is a key income-generating role, responsible for the planning, promotion, and delivery of a portfolio of challenge and fundraising events – including third-party, virtual and flagship events.

The postholder will work closely with colleagues and external partners to deliver exceptional supporter experiences that inspire participation, encourage fundraising, and maximise income for the charity.

You’ll need solid project management skills, strong supporter stewardship instincts, and a good understanding of how digital channels can be used to recruit, engage, and motivate fundraisers.

While you’ll be supported by our Digital Fundraising Officer, you’ll be responsible for developing and delivering a comprehensive marketing and recruitment plan – combining digital campaigns with in-person promotion and outreach at events and through partner networks.

This role would suit someone with some experience working on charity challenge events who is ready to take the next step in their career – bringing their knowledge, creativity and energy to a role where they can work with autonomy, ownership and impact.

Role Summary:

• Lead the planning, promotion and delivery of a portfolio of fundraising challenge events, including third-party, virtual and flagship activities
• Create and deliver inspiring supporter journeys that encourage participation, increase fundraising and build long-term engagement
• Develop digital-led recruitment and marketing plans, working closely with our Digital Fundraising Officer and wider communications team
• Deliver excellent project and event management, from logistics and risk management to supplier liaison and on-the-day delivery
• Use data and insight to monitor event performance, optimise campaigns and grow income year on year

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Proven experience in organising or supporting fundraising or challenge events
• A track record of achieving income targets and maximising fundraising potential
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with confidence engaging supporters and stakeholders
• An understanding of digital marketing tools and a willingness to contribute to digital content and campaigns
• Experience using CRM systems (ideally Donorfy) and using data to inform decisionmaking
• A proactive, positive and flexible approach – including willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends
• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

All offers of employment are subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Closing date: 29th April 2025
Interview date: 6th May 2025
Please note that we reserve the right to remove this advert prior to the advertised date, dependent on the level of response received. You are therefore advised to apply at your earliest convenience.

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, please click the button to be directed to our website, where you can complete the application process.

We operate a hybrid working policy, giving flexibility to work from home and the office while meeting the needs of the Charity, following COVID-19 safe working practices. Please make sure that any application clearly demonstrates that you live or will be living within a commutable distance of the main place of work.

We offer a range of benefits including an employee Assistance Programme, generous holiday entitlement, staff survey, access to occupational health services, flexible working, learning and development opportunities, long service awards, social events, supportive working culture and staff car parking.

Magpas Air Ambulance is committed to providing equality of opportunity and valuing diversity for all current and prospective staff, volunteers and Trustees. We aim to create an environment where everyone can be the best they can be, where they feel welcome and are free from bias and discrimination. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Magpas Air Ambulance is committed to the Armed Forces Covenant and as such welcomes members of the Armed Forces to apply.

If you do not hear from us in 2 weeks from the closing date, unfortunately this means you have not been shortlisted to the next stage of the selection process.

We request no contact from agencies or media sales.

Location: Barnet, North London (Hybrid – 3 days in office)
Salary: £29,291 - £34,963 per annum
Contract: Permanent, Full-time (37.5 hrs/week) – Flexible working considered
Application: Rolling – Send your CV to Hannah ASAP

Join a high-performing, award-nominated fundraising team as a Supporter Engagement Officer. This is an exciting opportunity to play a vital role in a well-established charity that’s making a tangible difference every day.

As part of the Individual & Community Team, you’ll be central to building lasting relationships with supporters, helping to grow income streams across individual giving, in-memory and legacy donations, regular giving, lottery, and general fundraising. This role sits within the Supporter Engagement function, but its reach spans across stewardship, donor development, and communications.

About the Role

You’ll be the first point of contact for a wide range of supporters – from someone donating after a sky dive, to those giving in memory of a loved one. This is a deeply varied and people-focused role where emotional intelligence, empathy, and professionalism are key.

Responsibilities include:

• Delivering high-quality donor care and stewardship

• Creating and supporting multi-channel fundraising campaigns

• Managing supporter journeys and communications

• Analysing campaign performance and suggesting improvements

• Supporting team-wide initiatives and cross-functional collaboration

About You

You’re empathetic, well-organised, and a confident communicator who thrives on building relationships. Ideally, you bring at least a year of experience in one or more areas such as regular giving, in-memory fundraising, supporter stewardship, or legacy giving. You’re just as comfortable crafting engaging email content as you are talking someone through how to set up a tribute page.

You’ll need:

• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills

• A good understanding of supporter care principles

• Experience using CRM systems (e.g., Beacon) and working with donor data

• The confidence to speak with supporters from diverse backgrounds with sensitivity and compassion

This is a rolling recruitment – if this sounds like the role for you, don’t wait. Send your CV to Hannah today and take the next step in your career with a purpose-led, inspiring organisation.

If you would like to receive a full job pack please email Hannah Laking ator call her on 020 7820 7331.

Harris Hill is a certified B Corp™ and a leading charity recruitment agency, committed to equitable and inclusive recruitment practices. Applications from all sections of the community are actively welcomed, regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality, or other protected characteristics

Location: Home-based
Department: Commercial
Salary: £46,683 - £51,870 per annum
Hours: 37.5 hours
Job Type: Full time
Contract Type: Permanent

There’s never been a better time to join the team! Our client have launched an ambitious new strategy – and they want you to be part of it. There are loads of reasons to love cycling, even if you’re not someone who cycles. From cutting pollution, to making us healthier and happier, cycling can help us all thrive.

The role of Head of Fundraising is instrumental in growing our clients fundraising avenues and activities. Are you the person that can drive growth in these areas? Explore the attached job description for full details on this exciting opportunity. Complete the application form expressing why you are the right candidate for this role and for them. Focus on gearing your supporting statement to exemplify how your skills and experience match the requirements of the role, directly referring to the person specification. This enables the selection panel to assess your relative strengths against the specified criteria.

They are an inclusive organisation and would particularly welcome applications from candidates from a broad range of backgrounds. They strongly believe that diversity strengthens their work. If you are already passionate about cycling, that’s great, many of them are too! But if you are simply really excellent at what you do, no matter what your background, that is what matters most.

Applications close at 9:00am on the closing date shown.

Benefits: 27 days holiday bank holidays (pro rata for part time roles), perk scheme access, life assurance, paid compassionate leave, enhanced sick pay, plus many more staff benefits.

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Scripture Union is passionate about seeing a new generation of children and young people have a vibrant, personal faith in Jesus. We are seeking a dynamic and driven Supporter Care Assistant to work in partnership with key staff across the Movement. This person will promote mission-focused content and activity across the Movement, for the 95% of children and young people who aren’t in church, for those who seek to reach and work with them, and for those who nurture them in their new-found faith.

The successful candidate will:

· Provide excellent front office service for all calls coming into Scripture Union, dealing with queries, sales and gifts, and passing on where appropriate to other departments.

· Manage all processing of sales and subscription orders and their associated payments or refunds, top up donations, Direct Debit processing and subscription renewals for the Supporter Care function.

· Proactively support the work of the Mobilisation Team in liaison with the Supporter Care Lead.

· Support the fundraising team with the administration of appeals, campaigns and other related activities.

· Support the Fundraising Team in legacy administration tasks, including corresponding with executors and solicitors.

If this describes you, and you are in agreement with the aims and beliefs of Scripture Union, then we would like to hear from you. To apply for this role, in the first instance please apply directly via Charity Job. We will contact shortlisted candidates to ask them to complete an application form ahead of interview.

For more details, please visit our website.

We provide a range of benefits to reward our employees which includes: 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays plus an additional 5 days to volunteer on a Scripture Union event. Group pension scheme, with up to 12% employer contribution. Life insurance (death in service). Permanent health insurance (PHI) which provides 75% of base salary, after six months absence and free Bible reading notes.

* This role is a 2 year fixed term contract. It is part time at 21.75 hours a week (3 days a week) and the salary will be pro-rata. The role requires office presence at our National Offices in Milton Keynes. f you have any questions about this role, please contact , HR Officer and they will call you back.

Closing date: 9th May 2025

Interview date: 20th May 2025

Interview location: Trinity House, Milton Keynes, MK15 0DF.

The Movement takes Safeguarding seriously. This role will require an Disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service and have an occupational requirement to be filled by a committed Christian, active in church life. Equality Act 2010, Part 1, Schedule 9 applies.

We are committed to building a culturally diverse workforce. As part of this commitment, we welcome applications from people, regardless of their background.

Research Associate - National Youth Agency

Contract: 12-month Fixed Term Contract (with potential to extend)
Hours: Full-time - 37 hours per week 
Salary: £30,000 – £35,000 per annum, dependent on experience
Remote: This role is 100% homebased with occasional travel for staff residentials and other events.

What we do

As the national body for youth work, the NYA has a dual function. We are the professional statutory and regulatory body (PSRB) responsible for qualifications, quality standards, and safeguarding for youth work and services in England. In line with our charity mission and aims, we also champion youth work through research, advocacy, campaigns, and programmes.

We work in partnership and believe in collaborative leadership, listening to youth workers and the youth work sector so that we can understand their needs and respond to the challenges they face. We are ambitious for youth work and for young people and integrate youth voice and influence across our work

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity to join our Knowledge Team, working alongside two existing Research Associates and a Data Analyst. 

You will be integral in delivering research, data, and insights that support organisational development and programme delivery across NYA.

We are looking for an experienced mixed-methods researcher with a strong understanding of social research and evaluation approaches. Ideally, you will have experience working in or alongside the youth sector and be confident using both qualitative and quantitative methods.

You’ll need to be flexible, proactive, and a strong communicator, able to explain complex ideas to varied audiences. 

This role is ideal for someone looking to make a tangible difference through evidence-led approaches that shape policy, practice, and impact in youth work.

Key responsibilities for this role will include:

• Designing and delivering research projects using a range of methods including surveys, interviews, and focus groups.
• Supporting the development of the NYA research and data hub, including external research collation and data visualisation.
• Leading on evaluations to meet funder requirements and contribute to NYA’s growing evidence base.
• Analysing data from NYA programmes to support impact measurement.
• Promoting evidence-based practice across NYA and the wider youth sector.
• Communicating findings clearly through reports, briefings, and presentations.
• Managing research projects and collaborating with internal and external partners to deliver on time and to quality.
• Responding to internal and external research enquiries.

The ideal candidate will have experience in social research, familiarity with various research methodologies, and the ability to communicate complex findings to diverse audiences. 

Please refer to our Candidate Pack for more information on the role and the requirements.

Why Work for NYA?

NYA operates as a people-first organisation, prioritising the well-being and needs of its employees.

NYA offers an exceptional flexible working approach which encourages our team to balance professional responsibilities with their personal life.

A remote based team, spread across England, fostering inclusivity and diverse talent. Despite geographical distances between team members, NYA maintains a highly motivated and connected team through the optimisation of digital tools.

NYA is committed to supporting the continual personal and professional development of our team and helping them achieve their ambitions.

We provide 25 days leave plus 8 days, life assurance scheme, 5% employer pension contribution and a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme via Spectrum.life with unlimited specialist support available to all NYA employees.

How to Apply:

Please download our applicant pack to find out more about the role and requirements

To apply, please submit the following via our online application platform by 11:59pm on Monday 12th May 2025:

A detailed CV setting out your career history, with responsibilities and achievements in line with the person specification in the About You section. 

A covering letter (maximum two sides) highlighting your suitability for the role and how you meet the requirements in the

About You section. 

We will request data for our EEDI monitoring purposes, providing this is optional.

Please note: the covering letter is an essential part of the application process and will be assessed as part of your full application. We use AI detector software, so cover letters or CV’s with over 30% AI generated content with be disregarded. We understand that AI tools can offer support to candidates who have learning differences, which is why we will accept applications with some AI assistance. CV’s will not be accepted without a cover letter.

The National Youth Agency is an equal opportunities employer. 

At NYA our inclusive culture means that we embrace individual differences and understand that we need a diverse team to achieve our organisations mission. 

We wish to recruit candidates from all backgrounds to ensure our team reflects the rich diversity of the communities we serve. We encourage applications from anyone regardless of disability, ethnicity, heritage, gender, sexuality, religion, socio-economic background and political beliefs but we particularly welcome applications from global majority candidates and those from other minoritised ethnic groups in the UK as they are currently underrepresented in our team.

Youth Work changes lives

Which is why we’re committed to ensuring that as many young people as possible get to benefit from it. As the national body for youth work in England, the National Youth Agency (NYA) exists to champion its transformative power.  We believe all young people should have the opportunity to benefit from the life-changing impact of extraordinary youth workers and trained volunteers.

We help to grow youth work provision in ways that keep it effective, relevant, safe and engaging, to help millions of young people reach their potential and thrive. We do this by providing guidance, support, advice, training and staff development opportunities for youth workers and youth work organisations. At the heart of everything we do are young people themselves. We work hard to ensure their voices are integrated into all our work, to develop provision that truly meets their needs.

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Harris Hill are delighted to be working with a national charity to recruit a Supporter Engagement Officer in order to play a crucial role in fostering lasting relationships with the charity supporters across Dorset.

You will provide exceptional service to donors, volunteers, and community fundraisers, ensuring that their engagement with the charity is meaningful and rewarding. You will be at the heart of the charity fundraising efforts.

As a Supporter Engagement Officer you will:

• Act as the primary point of contact for charity within the Dorset community, promoting the charity and maximising income opportunities.
• Provide top-quality stewardship for supporters, ensuring they feel appreciated and valued.
• Identify and pursue new opportunities for income growth in line with the charity’s strategy.
• Manage and coordinate collection boxes across Dorset, working closely with fundraising officers and finance teams.
• Collaborate with local community groups to support and promote fundraising activities.
• Develop and deliver engagement activities, including newsletters, events, and personal acknowledgements, to thank, update, and inspire supporters.
• Lead and manage a team of volunteers across Dorset, recruiting, training, and providing ongoing support.
• Work alongside volunteers to engage with and expand local fundraising initiatives.
• Deliver compelling talks about the charity to different audiences, adapting your approach to ensure maximum engagement.

To be successful, you must have experience:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Experience in customer service, supporter care, or fundraising.
• Excellent organisational and time-management abilities.
• Attention to detail and the ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM/database systems.

Desirable

• Previous experience in the charity sector.
• Knowledge of fundraising principles and best practices.
• Experience using supporter engagement platforms or email marketing tools.

Salary: £30,000 - £32,000 per annum

Contract type:Full-time, permanent

Location- Dorset, remote work

Closing date: On rolling basis

Interview: TBC

Recruitment process: Cv and Supporting Statement to

If this sounds like you, then please do get in touch ASAP!

Unfortunately, due to resource capacity, we will only contact candidates that are shortlisted for interview. Therefore if you do not hear from us within 2 weeks of the closing date please note your application has been unsuccessful.

As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.

We're looking for a kind, compassionate and resilient Support Worker to join our Learning Disabilities service in Hertfordshire.

£23,400.00 per annum, working 37.5 hours per week.

Want to feel like you have an exciting future? You'll feel at home here.
Making you feel at home here means helping you thrive in every way. That's why we offer a wide range of benefits, award-winning Learning & Development and a culture that welcomes all. These aren't token gestures - we've thought long and hard about how best to support our team. After all, our people are doing something amazing: helping to transform lives every day.
Our benefits include:
* Annual leave increasing up to 30 days with length of service
* Free DBS (take this out if BSW advert)
* Exclusive discounts and cashback via Reward Gateway® and opportunity to buy a Blue Light Card
* Fully paid induction programme and further training
* ILM courses and Apprenticeship Programmes
* Healthcare Cashplan through our partner Healthshield
* Cycle to work scheme
* Employee Assistance Programme for 24-7 confidential support

All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship.
Linden Road in Redbourn supports 2 gentlemen living in their own bungalows with everyday life skills. The service provides a 24/7 support service, with an emphasis on choice and control, enabling customers to achieve greater independence, improved quality of life and integration into the wider community.
We are looking some someone who is able to build supportive, trusting relationships with customers and create a positive atmosphere.

What you'll do:
- This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead.
- Building supportive, trusting relationships with customers and creating a positive atmosphere
- To provide a flexible and responsive support service that is tailored to each customer's abilities and aspirations.
- Providing personalised support with daily living activities, including practical assistance to support customers to independent living
- Supporting customers to maintain a healthy environment, including cleaning their accommodation and maintaining good personal hygiene

This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead

About you:
- Exudes a warm friendly presence and open behaviour
- Is respectful, articulate and sensitive in style of communication
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Excellent customer relationship management and ability to lone work
- Proven experience of motivating and supporting customers
- Is fundamentally calm and resilient, does not let emotion adversely affect them or obscure their judgement
- Is motivated towards excellence and improvement of personal performance with a can do attitude
- Ability to cope positively with challenging and diverse behaviour
- The ability to think creatively to work with the staff team to provide a variety of community activities for our customers
- A willingness to work evenings, weekends and bank holidays on a rota basis.
- A willingness support the customers in various community activities, such as swimming, walking, going to the church etc.
- Driver desirable.

What you'll bring:

Essential:
- NVQ Level 2 or equivalent or experience within charity/social care sector

Desirable:
- Experience in working with people with Learning Disabilities and Autism
- Drivers

About us:

Look Ahead is a leading, not-for-profit care and support provider in London and the South East. Our vision is to build better lives through social care and housing in local communities. As an organisation we deliver over 100 services, providing support to thousands of customers each year. Our mission is to co-design and deliver services that offer innovative social care solutions and support people to thrive. We work across mental health, homelessness and complex needs, young people and care leavers and learning disabilities so there are plenty of opportunities to grow and progress your career with us.
We have a strong social purpose and we live and work by our values:
* We focus on Excellence and innovation.
* We are Caring and Compassionate.
* We are Inclusive and Trusted.
* We work in Partnership and are One-Team.
Look Ahead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment.

If your application for this role is unsuccessful, but we feel that you would be suitable for another role, we may contact you to discuss alternative opportunities. If this occurs you would not need to submit another application for the alternative role.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with Silver in the Inclusive Employers Standard 2021. We are a proud member of the Employers Domestic Abuse Covenant and encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants of all backgrounds.

Please see our website for the full Job description

Communications Specialist

We are looking for an enthusiastic Communications Specialist ready to work in a fast-paced and exciting work environment who can easily grasp and communicate impact to different audiences.

This is a remote working role.

Position: Communications Specialist

Location: Remote

Salary: £32 - £35k per annum 

Hours: Full Time

Contract: 2 years fixed term with likelihood of becoming permanent 

Closing Date: Monday 28 April 2025, 9am UTC

The Role

As Communications Specialist, you will draft compelling content for different audiences and support the Head of Communications and Membership and the Communications Lead to implement the communications and social media strategy.

Key areas of responsibility include:

· Coordination across the team and external stakeholders

· Content generation

· Drive efficiency and continuous improvement

· Use relationships for change 

· Visual identity

The role is currently fixed term with likelihood of becoming a permanent role.

About You

You will be an excellent coordinator to help drive efficiency, input from across the team, and external stakeholders, helping to meet time-bound communications. You will be an exceptional writer across different platforms and a strategic thinker. You will love the opportunities that come with working in an entrepreneurial environment and across a friendly and busy team.

You will have experience of:

· Working in a communications role or another relevant field.

· Excellent project management, coordination and organisational skills.

· Creating compelling communications, particularly for digital (website, newsletter and social media).

· Communicating well with external suppliers and partners, including funders.  

· Designing and implementing communications plans which have delivered impact, which map relevant audiences and develop messages that resonate with them.

· Project managing high-profile moments for organisations (for events, research or campaigns). 

About the Organisation

Join a leading global membership organisation that brings together over 200 consumer organisations in more than 100 countries to empower and champion the rights of consumers.

Working with Members and partners from government, business and civil society across national borders, the organisation addresses systemic global issues that impact people in the marketplace – safeguarding rights amidst rapid digitalisation, driving consumer empowerment in the shift towards sustainable living, delivering a fair and safe financial system and more. Working here provides the opportunity to build solutions and partnerships to address the foremost marketplace issues and opportunities at global scale.

Employee Benefits

Employee salary and benefits are offered in line with the statutory requirements in effect for the regional location that the applicant resides in. This includes co-working spaces (up to 2 days at Regus offices) and an allowance for the pension scheme if the individual is hired through Globalization Partners, an international recruitment partner. Holiday entitlement will be specific to each location and will be dependent on the public holidays available in the location.

The role is with an equal opportunities employer with a policy to ensure that no job applicant or employee should receive less favourable treatment on any grounds not relevant to good employment practice.

Other roles you may have experience of could include Digital Communication Officer, Communications Officer, Marketing Specialist/Officer, Digital Communication Specialists, Marketing and Communications Specialist.  

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

• To support the Volunteer Manager and relevant departments through the coordination of volunteer opportunities, ensuring the smooth delivery of volunteering activities and events.
• To provide key administrative support in the accurate recording and reporting of volunteer information.
• To work alongside the Volunteer Manager, volunteers and teams to support Thames Valley Air Ambulance in achieving its vision to grow the scope of volunteering, maximising opportunities for both volunteers and the charity.

• You will have good planning and organisation skills, as well as being a great communicator and able to motivate others.
• Ideally you will have experience of working with volunteers or with people in unpaid roles in the community. The successful candidate will be able to show an understanding of the motivation of volunteers and the challenges involved in recruiting, training and retaining volunteers.
• Demonstrable knowledge of Microsoft Office products is essential
• Above all, you will be enthusiastic with a can-do attitude and love working with people

• 25 Days holiday / 187.5 Hours Holiday (FTE)
• Hybrid Working (HQ for at least 2 days per week)
• Holiday Trading
• Health Cash Plan
• Free annual flu vaccination
• Option to purchase a Blue Light Card
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Company Pension Scheme