Jobs in Buckhurst Hill

JOB PURPOSE

We are looking for a confident communicator for the permanent role of Communications Coordinator, within our Communications team. 

Reporting to the Senior PR Manager, the Communications Coordinator is a key member of the team, providing support across all the charity’s communications activity. 

The Communications Coordinator provides key support such as content research and creation, and assisting with PR campaigns, events and digital communications (social media and website). They also provide key administrative support for the Communications area, to help deliver reporting, tracking and compliance.

The individual will have the opportunity to gain experience across multiple communications, awareness raising and fundraising activities, helping to connect our supporters and new audiences with the refugee cause and UK for UNHCR’s work.

WHO WE ARE AND WHAT WE DO

United Kingdom for UNHCR is the United Nations Refugee Agency’s national charity partner for the United Kingdom. We generate public awareness of the plight of refugees and raise funds to help protect them through UNHCR’s humanitarian operations across the world.

Our supporters include UK private individuals, communities, corporate partners, trusts and foundations. The funds we raise help UNHCR deliver emergency relief such as shelter, medical care and basic supplies to people fleeing conflict and persecution, as well as healthcare, education and livelihoods opportunities for those who remain displaced over the long term.

Nobody chooses to be a refugee, but we can all play a part in their protection, and we want those who work with us to share our values and passion for the cause.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION AND BELONGING  

We strongly value diversity and recognise that it is critical to our success and the cause that we serve. We are committed to providing an inclusive environment for all who work with us and strongly welcome applications from diverse backgrounds, particularly those with lived experience of being a refugee, asylum seeker, internally displaced person, or a stateless person.  

UK for UNHCR is proud to have a Diversity & Inclusion Working Group. The Diversity & Inclusion Working Group is a group of colleagues focusing on tasks that drive action in the implementation of our D&I Approach. The group also works to create safe spaces that brings colleagues together for events, discussions and learning experiences that celebrate and support diversity and tackle barriers to inclusion. 

We are also open to flexibility in many different ways, including an element of working from home and flexible hours. Please don’t be afraid to speak to us about this at the interview stage, so we can explore what’s possible.

ROLE RESPONSIBLITIES  

The Communications Coordinator will support the planning and delivery of communications activity as required across all aspects of communications. This includes:  

• Providing administrative support for the Communications effort, including tracking and compiling results, internal communications, digital asset management and event logistics.
• Coordinating the team’s consent tracking and records for content and Storytellers (case studies).
• Working with colleagues in Digital Communications to respond to community enquiries on the charity’s social media channels.
• Sourcing stories and creating and uploading content for editorial channels. 
• Helping to develop UK for UNHCR’s digital influencer outreach.
• Assisting the team with image and footage research to support project-specific communications and editorial channels. 
• Researching stories, statistics and other material relating to UNHCR’s relief work and other areas to support communications activity.
• Working directly with UK-based Storytellers (case studies) and refugee organisations to support communications activity.

Please note, the above list is not exhaustive, and the successful candidate may be required to perform duties that are not detailed above. 

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES AND EXPERIENCE 

Essential Skills/Knowledge

• Ability to juggle and prioritise multiple tasks, and meet deadlines within a collaborative team environment.
• Good attention to detail, strong ability to proof-read and pick up inconsistencies.
• Able to demonstrate flexibility and willingness to achieve results.
• Confident in using and learning how to use various digital platforms such as social media channels and image research libraries.
• Strong communication (written and verbal), presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint.

Desirable Skills/Experience

• Experience of, or a passionate interest in refugee or broader charity sector, or in communications, and the drive to further their fundraising and communications knowledge. 
• Experience using CMS platforms.  

WHY JOIN UNITED KINGDOM FOR UNHCR?

You will be part of a high performing, agile team of talented people, all committed to build solidarity and raise funds for refugees and displaced people worldwide. You will be working in a flexible, supportive and inclusive environment, where your work will be recognised and appraised.

What else? 

Wellbeing

• 28 days’ leave per annum plus bank holidays (pro-rata). 
• Employee Assistance programme providing 24/7 access to online GP, mental health support and virtual wellbeing.
• Access to 100s of perks with discounts on everyday purchases. 
• Office wellness perks. 
• Discount on gym memberships.
• Hybrid and Flexible Working. 
• Staff socials. 

Financial

• Pension scheme with an employer contribution of 8%. 
• Non-contributory group life assurance scheme 
• Non-contributory Income protection scheme. 
• One-off contribution towards homeworking set up. 
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental, and adoption pay. 
• Enhanced sick pay scheme.

Development

• Comprehensive training and continuing development opportunities. 
• Individual training budget. 

HOW TO APPLY 

If you have the relevant skills and the passion to use them to support refugees, please apply by completing our application form which is available in the documents section. 

Closing date: 27th January 2025

Interviews date: Week commencing 3rd February 2025 

If you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the application or hiring process that may better facilitate your participation, please contact us using the email address provided when you click through to our online portal.  We will make every effort to respond to your request for assistance as soon as possible. 

United Kingdom for the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) is registered with the Charity Commission (England & Wales), charity no. 1183415. It is the UK national partner of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), the UN Refugee Agency. 

To contribute towards our overall organisational growth and transformation, we are looking to appoint an experienced and dedicated Safeguarding Lead to oversee and strengthen our safeguarding practices across all our services. 

The successful Safeguarding Lead will ensure that the charity meets its organisational, national and local requirements and responsibilities in safeguarding all users, staff, volunteers and partners of Rape Crisis South London programmes. 

Working closely with different areas of Rape Crisis South London, the Safeguarding Lead will champion best safeguarding practice standards and be able to implement shared learning and continuous improvement. Strong communication skills are essential as part of the role involves training others and ensuring that relevant documents are created to support the ongoing learnings of all staff and users. The successful applicant will also be able to demonstrate their support for Rape Crisis South London’s values and commitment to feminist principles.

The position is offered as permanent, full-time opportunity, with three days in the office. The post is open to female applicants only as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.

To apply, please upload with an up-to-date CV and cover letter (of up to 1,500 words) identifying how you meet the essential and any desirable qualifications, skills and experience by clicking on the ‘Apply’ button. 

We are looking for a bold, ambitious, and dynamic Director of Fundraising and Communications to lead our first ever Fundraising and Communications team as we celebrate our 40th year. 2025 will also see the Charity launch a new brand, and new name as we change from Rape and Sexual Abuse Support Centre (RASASC) to Rape Crisis South London (RCSL).

Working closely with the CEO, and as part of a newly formed Senior Leadership Team, you will play a crucial role in creating and implementing our ambitious plans. You will lead on creating a strong fundraising culture across the organisation and build a fundraising mindset into our marketing and communications. You will lead the development and implementation of a new fundraising strategy, including working with teams across the organisation to build a funding pipeline that not only sustains our current services in the longer term but increases income in line with our strategy for growth. This will include diversifying our income through generating a mix of funds from trusts and foundations, corporate partners, individual giving and community fundraising. You will also support the development and delivery of our Communications Strategy. 

This is a career-defining role, working with a wonderful and passionate team. If you share our ambition and our values, we will give you the resources and support you need to succeed. You'll have a programme of activity to enthuse and engage the support we need to fulfil our mission of providing specialised counselling, support and independent advocacy for women who have experienced rape or sexual violence.

The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate their support for Rape Crisis South London’s values and commitment to feminist principles.

The position is offered as permanent, full-time opportunity, with three days in the office. The post is open to female applicants only as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.

To apply, please upload with an up-to-date CV and cover letter (of up to 1,500 words) identifying how you meet the essential and any desirable qualifications, skills and experience by clicking on the ‘Apply’ button. 

JOB PURPOSE

We are looking for a maternity cover for our Trust & Foundations Manager role. Passionate about Trust Fundraising at a high level and about UNHCR’s work, this role is involved in the cultivation and stewardship of some our biggest and most established trust and foundation donors.

You will join our small but talented Philanthropy Team supporting on identifying and bringing on board new and prospective trust and foundation supporters, and securing repeat income from key relationships.

You will work closely with the Head of Philanthropy, CEO, trustees and international colleagues to steward and cultivate donor relationships. An experienced fundraiser, you will provide strategic insight into how we grow and improve our programme. 

You will be confident in navigating complex environments with multiple stakeholders and in negotiating internally as well as externally. You will enjoy developing strong relationships, have excellent communication and problem-solving skills and will be adept at managing prospect pipelines and crafting compelling donor communications.

This role is also responsible for managing the Senior Trusts and Foundations Officer and will provide support, mentorship and coaching to help the development of this role.

WHO WE ARE AND WHAT WE DO  

United Kingdom for UNHCR is the United Nations Refugee Agency’s national charity partner for the United Kingdom. We generate public awareness of the plight of refugees and raise funds to help protect them through UNHCR’s humanitarian operations across the world.

Our supporters include UK private individuals, communities, corporate partners, trusts and foundations. The funds we raise help UNHCR deliver emergency relief such as shelter, medical care and basic supplies to people fleeing conflict and persecution, as well as healthcare, education and livelihoods opportunities for those who remain displaced over the long term.

Nobody chooses to be a refugee, but we can all play a part in their protection, and we want those who work with us to share our values and passion for the cause.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION AND BELONGING 

We strongly value diversity and recognise that it is critical to our success and the cause that we serve. We are committed to providing an inclusive environment for all who work with us and strongly welcome applications from diverse backgrounds, particularly those with lived experience of being a refugee, asylum seeker, internally displaced person, or a stateless person.  

UK for UNHCR is proud to have Diversity & Inclusion Working Group. The Diversity & Inclusion Working Group is a group of colleagues focusing on tasks that drive action in the implementation of our D&I Approach.  The group also works to create safe spaces that brings colleagues together for events, discussions and learning experiences that celebrate and support diversity and tackle barriers to inclusion. 

We are also open to flexibility in many different ways, including an element of working from home and flexible hours. Please don’t be afraid to speak to us about this at the interview stage, so we can explore what’s possible.

ROLE RESPONSIBLITIES

• Manage the Senior Officer working on trusts and foundations. 
• Work as part of the Philanthropy Team to develop new opportunities with trusts and foundation donors in line with UK for UNHCR’s fundraising strategy, achieving six figure income targets.
• Support the development and management of a robust prospect pipeline and a calendar of opportunities for grant submissions, engagement, cultivation and stewardship of donors.
• Work with the wider international organisation to identify the most appropriate funding propositions for donors.
• Craft compelling propositions and proposals for trusts and foundation donors and ensure quality and timely reporting on donations made.
• Establish a strategic and tactical response to selected prospects and existing trust and foundation donors in the event of humanitarian emergencies.
• Work independently and with the prospect researcher to gather up-to-date and accurate information on existing and prospective donors.
• Maintain accurate records on Salesforce, for income recording and earmarking.
• Work with the wider team to deliver bespoke trust and foundation activities including virtual and in-person events.
• Help to position and raise awareness of UK for UNHCR’s role among peers, donors and other audiences by participating in sector networks and representing UK for UNHCR at events, as appropriate.
• Work within UK for UNHCR’s due diligence policy and data protection policies and processes.
• Support the Philanthropy team in other activities, as requested. 

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES AND EXPERIENCE 

Essential Experience

• Experience of working in an income generating capacity within an NGO, INGO or fundraising organisation to identify, approach, secure and steward trusts & foundation gifts at the five, six and seven figure gift level.
• Experience of developing donor care plans and delivering bespoke proposals and communications to generate income.
• Experience of managing a prospect pipeline.
• Experience working on complex proposals involving multiple stakeholders.

Essential Skills/Knowledge  

• Confident communicator with the ability to effectively influence internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to analyse reports and communicate complex themes and subjects in an accessible and compelling manner in writing and verbally.
• Ability to act proactively to identify new prospects and fundraising opportunities.
• Ability to negotiate internally and externally, delivering mutually beneficial outcomes.
• Ability to juggle and prioritise multiple tasks and meet deadlines within a collaborative team environment.
• Good attention to detail, ability to proof-read.
• Able to demonstrate flexibility, with a willingness to respond quickly, particularly at times of humanitarian crisis.
• Excellent stakeholder and relationship management skills.
• Proficient in using Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Working knowledge of fundraising databases.

 Desirable Skills/Experience 

• Experience of line management.
• Experience using Salesforce.

WHY JOIN UNITED KINGDOM FOR UNHCR? 

You will be part of a high performing agile team of talented people, all committed to build solidarity and raise funds for refugees and displaced people worldwide. You will be working in a flexible, supportive, and inclusive environment, where your work will be recognised and appraised. 

What else?

Wellbeing

• 28 days’ leave per annum plus bank holidays.
• Employee Assistance programme providing 24/7 access to online GP, mental health support and virtual wellbeing. 
• Access to 100s of perks with discounts on everyday purchases.
• Office wellness perks.
• Discount on gym memberships. 
• Hybrid and Flexible Working.
• Staff socials.

Financial

• Pension scheme with an employer contribution of 8%.
• Non-contributory group life assurance scheme
• Non-contributory Income protection scheme.
• One-off contribution towards homeworking set up.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental, and adoption pay.
• Enhanced sick pay scheme. 

Development  

• Comprehensive training and continuing development opportunities.
• Individual training budget. 

HOW TO APPLY

If you have the relevant skills and the passion to use them to support refugees, please apply by completing our application form which is available in the documents section.   

Closing date: Midnight, Monday 20th January 2025.

First-stage interviews: Week commencing Monday 20th January 2025.

Second-stage interviews: TBC

If you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the application or hiring process that may better facilitate your participation, please contact us using the email address provided when you click through to our online portal. We will make every effort to respond to your request for assistance as soon as possible. 

United Kingdom for the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) is registered with the Charity Commission (England & Wales), charity no. 1183415. It is the UK national partner of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), the UN Refugee Agency.

Meanwhile Gardens Community Association (MGCA), a cherished charity rooted in the heart of North Paddington and North Kensington, is looking for an exceptional Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead us into an exciting new chapter.

Are you an inspiring leader with a passion for community, nature, and social impact?

For over 45 years, MGCA has provided a vital green space for one of London’s most diverse communities. With its vibrant blend of ecological, educational, and horticultural projects, the gardens are a lifeline for local residents, fostering wellbeing, connection, and creativity. Now, we’re embarking on an ambitious transformation – the Factory Project. This landmark initiative, undertaken in partnership with the Metronomes Steel Pan Orchestra, will reimagine on-site facilities to better serve the community and secure a sustainable future.

About the Role

As CEO, you’ll provide the vision, strategy, and leadership to grow MGCA and bring its potential to life. Reporting to the board of trustees, you’ll spearhead the delivery of the Factory Project, forge impactful partnerships, and ensure MGCA thrives as a community-led organization. From capital fundraising to inspiring a team of dedicated staff and volunteers, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping MGCA’s next chapter.

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking a leader who combines strategic insight with hands-on determination. You’ll need:

• The ability to lead and grow small organizations in the charity sector.
• The ability to build partnerships.
• A track record in fundraising, particularly for community projects.
• A passion for ecological, educational, and community-based initiatives.
• A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of leadership.

Why Join Us?

This is a unique opportunity to make a tangible difference in one of London’s most vibrant communities. At MGCA, you’ll find:

• A supportive and engaged board of trustees.
• A passionate team of staff and volunteers.
• The chance to lead a high-profile community project.
• The reward of shaping a sustainable future for an iconic garden and its community.

How to Apply

If you’re ready to bring your vision, creativity, and leadership to a much-loved community organization, we’d love to hear from you! Please apply with a CV and a cover letter detailing your suitability for the role.

Application Deadline: January 31st 2025

Meanwhile Gardens is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse community. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences.

As part of Rape Crisis South London’s newly formed Senior Leadership Team, the Director of Programmes role will play a crucial part in driving the success and growth of all our multidisciplinary programmes. With a new CEO and an ambitious and inspiring new vision, the appointed Director of Programmes will ensure all programme delivery is developed and maintained through prioritisation of safeguarding everyone in line with internal and external ethical frameworks (such as BACP and NHS guidelines). 

With experience in a nonprofit, educational or public service environment, we are looking for a Director of Programmes who can bring a wealth of senior programmes management expertise to manage large contracts and multidisciplinary teams, empowering managers to positively expand their services for our clients. The successful applicant will also be able to demonstrate their support for Rape Crisis South London’s values and commitment to feminist principles.

The position is offered as permanent, full-time opportunity, with three days in the office. The post is open to female applicants only as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.

To apply, please upload with an up-to-date CV and cover letter (of up to 1,500 words) identifying how you meet the essential and any desirable qualifications, skills and experience by clicking on the ‘Apply’ button. 

Are you an experienced Public Affairs professional with a passion for dogs? 
We’re looking for a Public Affairs Officer to support the important work we do to ensure policy makers consider dog welfare in their decision making.

About this role:
As Public Affairs Officer, you’ll:

• contribute to the delivery of our ambitious public affairs programme across Westminster and Whitehall, the devolved administrations and in the EU,
• support and occasionally lead on the organisation and coordination of political events, meetings, and project visits, as part of our programme of engagement with policy makers,
• support the management of the Pet Advertising Advisory Group (PAAG) and the EU Dog & Cat Alliance,
• establish and maintain positive relationships with key external stakeholders, including parliamentarians and civil servants.

About you:
To be successful in this role, you’ll need experience in parliamentary or public affairs, with a good understanding of the political landscape in the UK. You’ll also need excellent communication skills, with the ability to listen actively, negotiate and influence decision makers and strong written English, in order to draft clear and concise professional correspondence and communications. Above all, an interest in the aims and values of Dogs Trust is essential.

Please note, Dogs Trust is a wholly independent organisation, free of association with any political party. Our independence is critical, as it allows us to pursue our mission to campaign on dog welfare issues, on behalf of the UK’s dogs and their owners. For our public affairs roles, the ability to display political neutrality in the public eye or when working with MPs is essential.

About Dogs Trust:
We love dogs. That’s why we do whatever we can to make sure every four-legged friend gets the love they deserve. We’ll never put a healthy dog down, so our work is focused on helping dogs in need, supporting owners every step of the walk, and creating a better world for dogs in the future. It’s what we’ve been doing since 1891 and how we’ve grown to become the UK’s leading dog charity, helping 12,000 loyal friends find their forever homes every year.

To apply for this position please click the APPLY NOW button. Our application process requires you submit a CV and a cover letter explaining your interest and suitability for the role. Please note, on rare occasions, we may close vacancies early if we receive an overwhelming response, so to avoid potential disappointment, please apply at your earliest convenience.

Dogs are incredibly diverse, much like the humans that love them! At Dogs Trust we value diversity, and we're committed to fostering an inclusive culture. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, and cultures and believe that a diverse workforce helps us to achieve our mission. Our colleague networks give our people a voice, acting as vehicles for real and meaningful change within Dogs Trust. We truly want to see every candidate shine throughout the entire job application process, interview stages, and during their time with us. If there's anything on your mind or any adjustments you may need, don't hesitate to reach out to us. We're here to support you every step of the way.

Entering our 40th anniversary this year, we are looking for a Fundraising Manager to diversify and grow our funding streams as part of our change and transformation journey at Rape Crisis South London.

As part of our journey, we are looking to expand our organisation and what we can offer to clients, with the Fundraising and Communications Team being a key part of increasing financial growth so we can achieve our goals. Previous experience is essential due to this role sitting within a newly formed Fundraising and Communications Team.

Working with the Director of Fundraising and Communications, the successful Fundraising Manager will bring a wealth of previous fundraising experience to support significant income growth through a variety of fundraising channels. Strong communications and analytical skills are required to identify fundraising market trends and develop fundraising strategy and activities in line with our values. The successful applicant will also be able to demonstrate their support for Rape Crisis South London’s values and commitment to feminist principles.

The position is offered as permanent, full-time opportunity, with three days in the office. The post is open to female applicants only as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.

To apply, please upload with an up-to-date CV and cover letter (of up to 1,500 words) identifying how you meet the essential and any desirable qualifications, skills and experience by clicking on the ‘Apply’ button.

Shine provides specialist support from before birth and throughout the life of anyone living with spina bifida and/or hydrocephalus, as well as to parents, families, carers and professional care staff.  Working throughout England, Wales and Northern Ireland, Shine is a community of over 14,300 members.  Together we share achievements, challenges, and information about life with spina bifida, hydrocephalus and related issues.  Shine enables people to get the best out of life. 

We are seeking an experienced, enthusiastic, ambitious Regional Fundraiser to join our team.  

In this role you will:

• Recruit, build and maintain supporter relationships with individuals, community groups, organisations and businesses across the south of the country

• Be proactive within your assigned area to identify opportunities for fundraising and raise awareness of the charity 

• Manage supporters effectively using Salesforce (CRM Database) to understand supporter motivations to provide excellent stewardship 

• Meet agreed financial targets, provide monthly financial progress reports and put mitigation plans in place for any shortfall 

• Promote Shine activities and campaigns to raise awareness and drive income

Who we’re looking for:  

We’re a successful, motivated fundraising team looking for someone to join us with: 

• Knowledge and experience of working across community, corporate, event and individual income streams, with a proven history of achieving financial targets 

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to motivate and inspire supporters and build long-term relationships 

• Excellent oral communication skills with a high degree of diplomacy, empathy and confidence 

• Ability to be a team player who can work on their own initiative to plan and manage their workload 

• Ability to effectively manage multiple and competing priorities to meet deadlines

• Excellent organisational skills with firm understanding of KPIs, targets, budgeting, and risk mitigation

• Full clean driving licence and the ability to work weekends and evenings as required 

• Preferably living within the South of England

• Good working knowledge of MS Office and Salesforce CRM database (preferred) 

In return, Shine will offer you: 

• A competitive salary 

• 35 hour working week (part-time hours considered) 

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays + additional discretionary leave between Christmas and New Year (pro-rata for part-time hours)

• Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave 

• Additional annual leave due to length of service 

• 3% pension contribution 

• Life Assurance cover 

• Broadband allowance 

• Support to learn and develop 

If you would like the opportunity to join this fast paced, expanding organisation that prides itself on making a difference to the lives of individuals with spina bifida and hydrocephalus, then we would love to hear from you!

Shine is a Disability Confident employer and will offer guaranteed interviews if a disabled applicant meets the minimum criteria for the job. For more information about Shine, please visit our website.

For an informal discussion about this role, please contact Jo Marriott by phone or email. 

To apply, please submit your CV and supporting statement, which should outline your interest and explain how you meet the role criteria.

*Please note applications without a supporting statement will not be accepted* 

Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early. 

Resurgo’s mission is to inspire and equip organisations to bring about ambitious and sustainable social change through our expertise in coaching, impact management and programme delivery. We’re a bold and innovative organisation with the ambition to transform society.

We’re looking for a new Senior Corporate Partnerships Manager to join us for this London-based role. This is an exciting opportunity for someone to scope and develop a new strategic programme to secure high-value income-generating charitable partnerships to help reach more young people. 

We believe each young person has huge potential. If you do too, and you have the skills and heart to see their lives transformed – join us.

The important stuff 

Location: Hammersmith, London

Contract: 2-year fixed-term, Full-time

Hours: Monday - Friday, 9.30am-5.30pm with some out-of-hours work needed for events such as our Spear Celebrations

Salary: £40,000 - £45,000

Closing date: Friday 24th January, 09.00am (We are interviewing on a rolling basis and might close the application early if we find the right candidate).

Interviews: Interviews to commence from Wednesday 5th, February

Application pack: Have a look at our application pack for more information about the role and Resurgo

Please feel free to let us know if you may require any reasonable adjustments to participate fully in our recruitment process.

Contact us for any enquiries regarding accessibility.

Resurgo has been named one of the UK’s Best Places to Work by The Sunday Times. 

In this role, you’ll be responsible for:

Research and Development

• Work with the Head of Corporate Partnerships to scope and develop a new strategic programme to secure high-value income-generating charitable partnerships to help reach more young people
• Work with key corporates to inspire them and better understand the kind of offer that might be attractive to them
• Identify and research opportunities to build new six-figure, multi-year partnerships with corporates to support targeted Spear Centres around the UK

Pitching

• Develop tailored partnership proposals for each prospective corporates, including volunteer engagement opportunities and funding requests
• Provide specific funding projects, budgets and other financial information as required
• Meet with individual potential partners to present and promote the overall work of Resurgo and the benefits of corporate partnerships and represent Resurgo and the team at community and industry events
• Work with the Corporate Partnerships team and Resurgo Communications team to assist in developing tools, collateral, campaigns and messaging to reach prospective corporates and increase brand awareness

Account Management

• Once established, manage existing relationships with high-value Spear Centre corporate partners, devising a partnership plan for each and ensuring they are appropriately stewarded
• Work with the Corporate Partnerships Executive to utilise volunteering opportunities to increase engagement among corporate partnerships
• Maintain high levels of engagement with corporate partners through meetings, regular updates and timely reports, at a level appropriate to their considerable investment.
• Maintain accurate paper and electronic records for all corporate prospects and partners
• Assist in training and equipping the sponsored Spear Centre to take part in stewarding the corporate partnership on a long- term basis

Active participation in and support for Resurgo’s team and mission

• Help build and develop Resurgo’s ethos and Christian life as a team member including leading and contributing to daily team prayer meetings as an integral part of Resurgo’s operation and for the success of its mission.

This role will suit you if:

• A practising Christian who is passionate about personally representing the Christian values of Resurgo and committed to Resurgo’s mission to transform society.
• Passionate about connecting and engaging with corporate partners to ensure we can continue to support young people facing serious barriers to achieve sustainable employment
• Proven ability to raise funds, develop business partnerships or drive sales. Excellent client management using CRM tools such as Salesforce are desirable
• An excellent communicator with strong relational skills and the confidence and ability to develop a rapport with and positively influence a variety of people from diverse backgrounds in the corporate space
• Excellent writing skills, attention to detail and accuracy, including the ability to produce compelling proposals for a professional, corporate audience
• Demonstration of leadership capabilities; proactive, responsive and a self-starter. Ability to manage multiple priorities to meet targets and deadlines. Strong numerical, reporting and organizational skills, including the ability to establish appropriate and effective processes and structures

You can expect:

• A genuine commitment to upskilling you through impressive training opportunities
• Excellent staff development and training opportunities, including our 5-day Coaching for Leadership (valued at £3,000)
• A fun, supportive culture where you are encouraged to bring your authentic self to work
• A worshipping community, where you can pray and worship with your colleagues
• 28 days annual leave (including Christmas Gift Days) plus bank holidays
• Summer and autumn staff conference days, plus a two-night Christmas retreat
• Vitality Health Insurance Benefit

A couple of things to note:

This role requires occasional evening work, for our termly Spear Celebrations (where we celebrate our trainees as they complete the initial six weeks of the programme)

A brand-new role to Rape Crisis South London, we are looking to appoint a Monitoring Impact Evaluation and Learning (MIEL) Lead as part of our change and transformation journey. 

The successful MIEL Lead will be an individual who champions data-driven decision making and ensures our work creates meaningful impact. As a standalone role, the MIEL Lead will work with various internal leads and external stakeholders. Examples of what the MIEL Lead will be doing include designing and presenting programme evaluations and outcome monitoring tools (using analytical tools such as Power BI and Excel) and processes. 

Prior experience within a similar role is required as the MIEL Lead will be part of our newly formed Fundraising and Communications Team. With strong organisational and analytical skills, the MIEL Lead will work closely with colleagues to provide data insights to inform funding reports and future funding strategies. The successful applicant will also be able to demonstrate their support for Rape Crisis South London’s values and commitment to feminist principles.

The position is offered as permanent, full-time opportunity, with three days in the office. The post is open to female applicants only as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.

To apply, please upload with an up-to-date CV and cover letter (of up to 1,500 words) identifying how you meet the essential and any desirable qualifications, skills and experience by clicking on the ‘Apply’ button. 

With a new CEO and an ambitious and inspiring new vision, Rape Crisis South London are looking for a skilled and analytical Director of Finance to drive organisational financial strategy towards our time of significant change and growth.

As part of the SLT, the Director of Finance will be responsible for the current and future financial management strategic leadership for of Rape Crisis South London, working within a multi-disciplinary organisation to achieve deliverables for our clients. 

Previous experience of effective senior leadership and senior management skills is key in leading and developing a high calibre finance function for Rape Crisis South London, ensuring financial growth and sustainability in the next 5 years. The successful applicant will also be able to demonstrate their support for Rape Crisis South London’s values and commitment to feminist principles.

The position is offered as permanent, full-time opportunity, with three days in the office. The post is open to female applicants only as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.

To apply, please upload an up-to-date CV and cover letter (of up to 1,500 words) identifying how you meet the essential and any desirable qualifications, skills and experience by clicking on the ‘Apply’ button. 

As Purposeful Ventures' Evaluation Manager you will work in a newly forming evaluation team, as part of a larger experienced and growing organisation, alongside inspirational charities and social enterprises to successfully grow and deliver systemic change.

Purposeful Ventures is currently developing a framework to better understand our impact as an organisation and our approach to monitoring and evaluation for our projects and portfolio organisations. This evaluation work is intended to allow us and the organisations we work with to learn, and to support internal accountability and decision-making.

You will have a crucial role in implementing our developing approaches to monitoring and evaluation to better understand and learn about our impact as an organisation and supporting our portfolio organisations to better understand and maximise the difference they make for young people. You will work closely with both internal and external colleagues, using your technical evaluation skills to provide evaluation support to our portfolio organisations, aligned with sector standards and programme maturity, to inform programme design, delivery and communication of impact.

Successful candidates will have demonstrable experience and success in evaluation roles. This may include research roles in a research agency or other settings designing and delivering robust evaluations for funders or the charitable sector.

Closing date: Monday 20th January, 9am

 

Role Overview:

The Talent Set is thrilled to be working with a leading charity as they search for an Interim Senior Events Manager to support them for a 6-month period.

This senior role is key to the organisation's goal of increasing income over the next five years. You will lead the Events team, focusing on acquiring and retaining participants to meet income targets. Working closely with the Head of Mass Fundraising, you will manage two Events Managers during a crucial year for the charity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the strategic direction of the Events team, aligning it with the broader organisational goals and supporting the Events Managers in delivering the programme.
• Acquire new supporters and maximise income across all events by collaborating with the Head of Mass Market Fundraising.
• Prepare and manage the annual budget, track key activities, and provide regular reforecasting of income and expenditure.
• Analyse internal and external insights to identify areas for improvement in marketing, recruitment, and stewardship, delegating actions to Events Managers.
• Manage and motivate the Events Managers and team, ensuring high performance across all event areas.
• Conduct a review of the Events team, providing recommendations to improve income generation and operational efficiency.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with colleagues across Fundraising, Marketing, Communications, Data, and Supporter Care teams to meet shared goals.
• Maintain excellent relationships with event organisers, agencies, and charity partners.
• Oversee event day logistics, ensuring compliance with health and safety, safeguarding, and crisis communication plans.
• Manage your team’s wellbeing, performance, and development, ensuring a positive and collaborative work environment.

Person Specification:

• Line management experience.
• Experience in shaping and building an Events team.
• Experience with interim contracts (desirable).
• Proven ability to lead and develop a strategic Events fundraising programme.
• Experience in creating annual budgets and regularly reporting on income and expenditure.
• Expertise in developing multi-channel marketing campaigns and supporter journeys, with a focus on digital engagement.
• Analytical skills to utilise internal and external insights to recommend improvements to strategies and processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Confident communicator.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, with a test-and-learn approach.
• Proactive and capable of prioritising and managing the team's workload effectively.

What’s on Offer:

• A flexible hybrid working pattern with just 1-day per-week in the charity’s Central London Office.
• A competitive day rate of £193 - £237 per day PAYE (+holiday pay) for the successful candidate.
• An exciting part-time (3 - 4 days per-week) 6-month opportunity, working within a fantastic organisation.

How to Apply:

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

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.