Jobs for the Human Rights sector

Do you want to work with a leading advocacy charity organisation supporting those in need?
 
Do you have experience of working or volunteering in welfare, support or health and social care and are looking for a new challenge? 
 
Are you keen to make a difference to people who want to be heard? 
 
Then come and join us here at VoiceAbility. 

We have an exciting opportunity for an Advocate to join our team in Cheshire West and Chester.  Your role will require you to travel to locations such as hospitals and care homes across the area to meet with clients and professionals and be home based for administration; therefore, a suitable home internet connection is essential.

About us 
VoiceAbility is an independent charity and one of the UK’s largest providers of advocacy and involvement services. We deliver a wide range of service contracts funded by local authorities, health trusts and other voluntary and private sector organisations. 
 
We’ve been supporting people to have their say in decisions about their health, care, and wellbeing for over 40 years. We make sure people are heard when it matters most. For more information on what Advocacy is and the services offered then please visit our website. 

About you
Desirably you will have some experience of working as an Advocate, providing welfare, supporting, or caring for Adults or young people who have support needs, ideally for those with a variety of communication needs, mental ill health, physical health issues, or barriers to accessing education and support.

You should have worked or volunteered in health, social care, welfare, support services, education or young person’s services, or advice and guidance.

How will you make a difference?
You will be responsible for ensuring the individual’s wishes, feelings, beliefs, needs, and values are met to create positive outcomes for the people you support.

You will support people to speak up for themselves and grow in confidence, equip them to understand and exercise their rights and options, and will assist them in the decision-making process relating to their care, treatment, and support.

You will work resourcefully and collaboratively with the individuals you support.  You’ll be creative in your approach to empower our clients by ensuring you meaningfully explain people’s options and rights to them.  You’ll support individuals to fully participate in decisions affecting them and will make sure they have their voices heard. 

Professional Development?
You will have plenty of opportunities to enhance your professional abilities and you will make a real difference every day. Advocates are expected to be willing to gain, or to already hold, the Level 3 Award in Independent Advocacy Practice with disciplines suitable for the role they work in.

Benefits 

28 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time colleagues) rising to 30 days upon 5 years’ service 
5% employer pension & minimum 3% employee contribution 
Salary sacrifices pension scheme 
Separate Life Assurance Cover (equivalent of two times your annual salary) 
Staff discount scheme including retail discounts, entertainment, holidays, gym membership etc 
24/7 Employee Assistance programme 
Access to remote counselling service 
Paid Disability Leave 
Paid compassionate Leave 
Home Working Allowance  

Support with continuous professional development 

Access to Clifton Strengths Coaching for development  
Personal Development Plans 

How are staff supported to work remotely? 

VoiceAbility has a small number of offices. Employees including Team Leaders are homebased for Administration and meetings will be held online as well as in person in the relevant community. 

When you need to travel for work, expenses will be paid (mileage or public transport costs).  

VoiceAbility offers the usual regular manager one to ones, Staff forums and communities of practice depending on role. Team meetings with a mix of virtual and in person approach.

Equality and Diversity
VoiceAbility believes in fostering an inclusive workplace which welcomes, values and celebrates the diversity of its staff and partners, treats all on a basis of equality and encourages all to meet their maximum potential.

VoiceAbility are a Disability Confident employer, any applicant that identifies themselves as having a disability and can demonstrate that they meet all the essential criteria for the role will be offered an interview. If you need to apply in a different way, please visit our vacancy page on our website.

How to apply
To apply for this role please sign up for a recruitment account by clicking the apply button on this page. Follow the instructions to create your account, upload your CV, and complete our short application form. 

Important Dates:
Closing date for applications; 30 April 2025 Midnight 

Don’t forget to read the person specification so you can tell us about yourself and how your skills, abilities and experiences match the criteria outlined in the person specification.

Want to know more about VoiceAbility and the role?
Please visit the vanacy page on our website

We look forward to hearing from you.

NB: If you don't already hold the Independent Advocacy Practice qualification, and you are successful in your application, it is a requirement that you complete the core element within 12 months of commencing the training.  VoiceAbility will fund this training. 

About the Role

Medical Aid for Palestinians (MAP) is responding to the largest emergency in our 40-year history. Over the last year support for our cause has seen significant growth in income as tens of thousands of supporters have joined MAP. Our challenge now is to retain this interest and ensure we sustain income as we respond to the ongoing emergency and the longer-term health of Palestinians over the coming years. With an ambition to be a £50m organisation in the next five years, our fundraising operations team, consisting of database and supporter care functions, will play a key role in enabling over one million Palestinians to access improved healthcare annually by 2028.

The Head of Procurement will lead and manage the procurement function within Medical Aid for Palestinians, ensuring that goods, services, and contracts are sourced, procured, and delivered in compliance with humanitarian principles and organisational requirements. The role requires strategic oversight, strong management skills, and a deep understanding of procurement management, particularly in a humanitarian context.

About You

Are you a procurement leader looking to make a meaningful impact? Join Medical Aid for Palestinians (MAP) as our Head of Procurement and play a vital role in supporting life-saving healthcare services. In this role, you'll provide strategic leadership for a dedicated procurement team across multiple countries, ensuring that MAP programs and medical teams have the goods and services they need to deliver lifesaving care in the right place at the right time. You will also use your experience to lead on ensuring that our procurement systems and processes function to support our ambitions and are fit for purpose. If you're passionate about combining you procurement expertise with purpose-driven work, this is your opportunity to make a difference.

Key Responsibilities 

Leadership and Strategy:

• Lead the procurement team and ensure effective execution of procurement strategies aligned with MAP’s mission.

• Develop and implement procurement policies and procedures to enhance efficiency, transparency, and compliance.

• Oversee the procurement planning and budgeting process to ensure alignment with project timelines and objectives.

• Advise senior leadership on procurement matters, including risks, opportunities, and cost-saving initiatives.

Procurement Process Management:

• Oversee the end-to-end procurement process for goods, services, and contracts, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery of needed supplies.

• Oversee tendering, bidding, and contracting processes, ensuring fairness, transparency, and adherence to ethical standards.

• Ensure the appropriate vendor management framework is in place, including evaluation, selection, and performance monitoring.

Compliance and Risk Management:

• Ensure compliance with internal policies, donor requirements, and international procurement regulations, including ethical sourcing and anti-corruption measures.

• Regularly review and update procurement guidelines to stay in line with industry best practices and humanitarian standards.

• Identify and manage procurement risks, including supply chain disruptions, price volatility, and supplier non-compliance.

• Maintain a clear audit trail and documentation for all procurement transactions.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Collaborate with program managers, logistics teams, and field staff to understand procurement needs and ensure timely procurement of required items.

• Establish strong relationships with key suppliers, donors, and other stakeholders.

• Communicate effectively with internal and external parties to ensure smooth procurement processes, including managing disputes or delays.

Team Development:

• Lead, mentor, and train procurement team members to enhance their skills, knowledge, and professional growth.

• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and accountability within the procurement team.

• Ensure the team adheres to procurement standards, best practices, and organizational goals.

Budget and Cost Control:

• Manage procurement budgets and track expenditures to ensure effective use of resources.

• Develop cost-saving initiatives and ensure efficient sourcing without compromising quality.

• Work closely with finance teams to ensure accurate financial reporting of procurement-related activities.

Monitoring and Reporting:

• Prepare and present regular procurement reports to senior management, highlighting performance, savings, risks, and any challenges.

• Monitor procurement KPIs and take corrective actions when necessary to improve efficiency and meet organizational goals.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Experience

• At least 7-10 years of experience in procurement, with at least 3 years in a leadership position.

• Experience working in a humanitarian or non-profit organization is highly preferred.

• Proven experience in managing procurement processes, tendering, and negotiations.

• Strong understanding of humanitarian principles, donor compliance, and international procurement standards (e.g., UN, EU, USAID regulations).

Knowledge, Skills and abilities

• Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate, develop, and retain talent.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to evaluate complex procurement needs and deliver effective solutions.

• Knowledge of procurement software, supply chain systems, and MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to engage and influence internal and external stakeholders.

• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines.

Personal attributes and other requirements

• Commitment to anti-discriminatory practice and equal opportunities.

• Commitment to the values and ethos of MAP (Solidarity, Dignity, Impact & Integrity). 

• Commitment to upholding the rights of people facing disadvantage and discrimination. 

• Commitment to a zero-tolerance policy on sexual exploitation & abuse/safeguarding.

• A commitment to MAP’s vision, mission and values and a passion for improving the health and dignity of Palestinians. 

• Able to work flexibly in emergencies and to meet specific deadlines including some evenings and weekends. 

• An ability to apply awareness of diversity issues to all areas of work. 

• Attention to detail, organisational and problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently and under pressure. 

• Prepared and able to travel occasionally to all MAP locations including Gaza, West Bank, Lebanon, Jordan and Israel. 

• Work collaboratively with others in all aspects of our work. 

• Abide by organisational policies, codes of conduct and practices. 

• Treat with confidentiality any data or sensitive information about individuals, organisations, clients, and employees at MAP.

Are you an experienced relationship fundraiser with a passion for international development? Do you thrive on building meaningful connections with philanthropists and delivering impactful fundraising? If so, War Child UK has an incredible opportunity for you.

We’re a multi-award-winning charity dedicated to protecting, educating, and standing up for children affected by conflict. Our Philanthropy Lead role is pivotal in growing our sustainable income and enabling strategic growth. Covering maternity leave for 12 months, this role will see you:

• Build & Nurture Relationships – Take ownership of a warm and active pipeline of philanthropists, cultivating relationships with existing and prospective major donors.
• Deliver Impactful Fundraising – Craft compelling proposals and lead on key philanthropic initiatives, including our signature Ambassador-led gala event at the end of the year.
• Inspire & Lead – Manage and mentor a talented Philanthropy Manager while driving the success of our major donor fundraising.
• Be a Strategic Voice – Represent War Child both internally and externally, contributing to cross-team projects and shaping the wider Fundraising & Communications strategy.

This is an exciting time to join a growing, high-performing team making a tangible difference in the lives of children affected by war. If you have a proven track record in major donor fundraising, the ability to lead with creativity and insight, and the drive to deliver extraordinary results, we want to hear from you. Ideally we are looking for someone who is available from 1 July 2025.

If you share our values and believe that children’s lives should not be torn apart by war, we want to hear from you. Below are some of the experiences and qualities were looking for.

• Major donor fundraising expertise, with a proven track record of securing six-figure gifts and delivering against ambitious income targets.
• Strong relationship management skills, with the ability to engage, influence, and negotiate with high-profile supporters and senior stakeholders.
• Event management experience in a philanthropic fundraising environment, with the ability to oversee and drive high-profile donor events.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with confidence in presenting, writing proposals, and managing stakeholder engagement.
• Strategic thinker, experienced in developing and leading philanthropy initiatives aligned with an organisational fundraising strategy.
• Planning and budgeting experience, including managing and monitoring six-figure income streams across multiple audiences.
• Project leadership skills, with the ability to critically evaluate fundraising activities to maximise impact.
• People management experience, with a strong understanding of motivating and developing individuals to achieve success.

What we can offer you

At War Child, we genuinely value different ways of working. From day one, we’re open to discussing flexible options, including hybrid working, flexible hours and compressed hours. Our goal is to support our employees to do their best work while ensuring we continue to deliver for children affected by conflict. Some of our benefits include:

• Flexible working culture and flexible public holidays
• 28 days annual leave (pro-rata), plus bank holidays, which increases by one day per year on your work anniversary, up to a maximum of 33 days.
• Pension - 5% employer contribution (increasing to 6% after one year’s service), with minimum employee contribution.
• Health and wellbeing - employees may take advantage of a healthcare cash plan, a GP 24/7 helpline, cancer cover, and a range of wellbeing initiatives and training. All employees have access to free, confidential one-to-one wellbeing consultations with trained counsellors.

This role offers an incredible opportunity to make a tangible difference at a time of unprecedented need. Join us in standing up for children affected by war and help create a future where no child’s life is torn apart by conflict.

Policy Officer, Equalities

London

£58,755 rising incrementally to £59,887 (pro rata) (excluding London Weighting £6,154)

This role is to support in the delivery of  our client's work to combat the rise of the far and populist right, including supporting their affiliates in their industrial and organising responses, developing their research, policy and lobbying interventions in this space and working with key stakeholders.

Who they’re looking for

This position would suit someone with a good knowledge of how the UK trade union movement works, with a background in equality, and the ability to effectively engage with affiliates and key stakeholders.

If this sounds like you, then we’d love to hear from you. 

Our client welcomes applications from any candidate but are particularly keen to receive applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, who are underrepresented at this grade in the TUC. 

The closing date for completed applications for this post is 09:00 am on Monday 14 April 2025.  Interviews will be held on Wednesday 23 or Thursday 24 April 2025.

Their staff enjoy a good benefits package including final salary pension scheme and other benefits. They values a diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community and from within and outside of the trade union movement.

Respect is the UK charity stopping perpetrators of domestic abuse. We want a world where everyone is free from domestic abuse. Where it is never ok to control, harm or cause fear. Where those who perpetrate domestic abuse are stopped, held to account and given the chance to change. We will not stop, until domestic abuse stops. Founded in 2000 by Jo Todd CBE, who is still at the helm, Respect was established to focus on perpetrators of domestic abuse, and this, including our vital work with young people who cause harm, remains our key priority. Alongside this work, we deliver expert support to male victims of domestic abuse. Everything we do is shaped and driven by our values: we are pioneering, collaborative, accountable, and respectful.

This role is based within the Drive Partnership and be part of the pilot for the roll out of the positive requirement element of the DAPO’s.

We would particularly welcome applications from individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and across all protected characteristics1, particularly from people from the following under-represented groups:

• Black and minoritised people 

• Disabled people

We always welcome and support applications from those who have personal experience of domestic abuse.

About The Drive Partnership

The Drive Partnership, formed by Respect, SafeLives and Social Finance, is working to transform the national response to perpetrators of domestic abuse. We work to end domestic abuse and protect victims by disrupting, challenging, and changing the behaviour of those who are causing harm. Together we have developed the Drive Project to address a gap in work with high-harm, high-risk perpetrators of domestic abuse. We also work to advocate for systems and policy change- to develop sustainable, national systems that respond more effectively to all perpetrators of domestic abuse.

 The Drive Partnership vision 

Our vision is that by 2026 there will be a consistent approach which sees agencies in all PCC and local authority areas across England and Wales – backed by national leaders – working together to disrupt abuse and change behaviour to increase safety for victim survivors, including children and families.

Our Focus  

Respect was founded to focus on perpetrators of domestic abuse and this, including our vital work with young people who cause harm, is our key priority. Our work with male victims is an important, distinct, project.   

Our Vision   

We want a world where everyone is free from domestic abuse. Where it is never ok to control, harm or cause fear. Where those who perpetrate domestic abuse are stopped, held to account and given the chance to change.   

Our Mission  

We work with our members, partners and allies to stop the harms done by those who perpetrate domestic abuse. With innovative practice, robust research and quality data, we build evidence of what works, promote safe, effective practice and drive high standards. We use our voice, in collaboration with others, to call for a response to domestic abuse that matches the scale of the problem. We will not stop, until domestic abuse stops.   

Our Values  

• Pioneering:  We explore innovative ideas and develop new approaches with curiosity and rigour  

• Collaborative:  We work in partnership with our members, partners and allies to bring about individual, societal and systems change  

• Accountable:  We listen to survivors and centre their needs in our work. We hold perpetrators to account for their behaviour and hold ourselves and our members accountable for ours  

• Respectful:  We live up to our name. We are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion in all that we do. We are honest, compassionate and boldly challenge injustice  

Our way of working

Partnership is fundamental to our way of working. We are second-tier organisation focusing on the continuous improvement of service models, sharing best practice and supporting specialist service providers to deliver. 

 We have three core strands of work: 

The Drive Project is our flagship intervention working with high-harm, high-risk and serial perpetrators of domestic abuse to prevent their abusive behaviour and protect victims. The Drive Project challenges perpetrators to change and works with partner agencies – like the police and social services – to disrupt abuse. It is currently being delivered in 9 police force areas. 

Restart is an innovative pilot project providing earlier intervention for families experiencing domestic abuse. It brings together domestic abuse services, children’s social care and housing teams to identify and respond to patterns of domestic abuse at an earlier stage. Restart is currently being delivered in five London Boroughs.  

The Drive National Systems Change programme works across the domestic abuse specialist sector, public sector partners and beyond to develop sustainable, national systems that respond to all perpetrators of domestic abuse.  We identify systemic gaps and build solutions that keep survivors safer by addressing those causing harm.

Background for the role

In April 2021 the Domestic Abuse Act received Royal Assent. The Act introduces a new civil Domestic Abuse Protection Notice (DAPN) to provide immediate protection following a domestic abuse incident, and a new civil Domestic Abuse Protection Order (DAPO) to provide flexible, longer-term protection for victims. DAPOs can impose both prohibitions and positive requirements on perpetrators. Positive requirements can be in the form of interventions aimed at reducing and managing risk, meeting the needs of an individual (for the factors that are not the causation of abuse but impact on risk e.g. mental ill health, substance misuse) and behaviour change interventions.

We were commissioned by the Home Office to design a triage model that will assess individuals for the suitability of these interventions, this triage model launched in November 2024 and will be tested and evaluated in order to prepare for national roll out in 2026.

 Purpose:   

The DAPO Service Manager will manage the operational, and strategic delivery of the DAPO team pilot working closely with the Practice and Development Lead and Programme Manager.

The postholder will have responsibility for managing all DAPO triage teams who are working locally and remotely in the DAPO pilot sites.

This role will require 

a) the effective line management of Triage Team Leaders (who in turn manage triage workers and IDVAs), in providing a high-quality frontline service triaging DAPO referrals for positive requirements

b) the development and maintenance of a multi-agency infra structure that actively engages with the triage team and the triage process 

c) working with the Practice and Development Lead and Programme Manager to ensure safe and effective delivery of the DAPO pilot triage process. 

d) support the development of the DAPO triage model through learning and analysis of the pilot delivery e.g. to initiate, develop, maintain and monitor multi-agency links through procedures and protocols, and to keep safety central to all services for perpetrators and victims of domestic abuse.   

For further information, please review the job description. 

About Respect  

Respect is a pioneering UK membership organisation in the domestic abuse sector.  Founded in 2000, we have built our expertise over the last 23 years in what was then a fledgling sector and recently have seen significant and rapid growth.     

Respect supports frontline organisations across the UK, so that together we can end domestic abuse.  Our work is wide ranging: we offer accreditation of specialist services; we provide training for individuals and organisations working in the sector; we work in partnership with others to innovate and develop practice;  we provide two helplines to enable service users to get the help and advice they need; we lobby influencers to improve policy and practice; we support up-to-date research undertaken by specialists in the field; and we fundraise to ensure important work continues to happen. 

Respect has seen rapid growth over the last few years, and we now have 60+ staff running a range of projects and core activities and have ambitious plans for further growth and influence. 

Our vision   

We want a world where everyone is free from domestic abuse. Where it is never ok to control, harm or cause fear. Where those who perpetrate domestic abuse are stopped, held to account and given the chance to change.    

Our mission   

We work with our members, partners and allies to stop the harms done by those who perpetrate domestic abuse.  With innovative practice, robust research and quality data, we build evidence of what works, promote safe, effective practice and drive high standards.  We use our voice, in collaboration with others, to call for a response to domestic abuse that matches the scale of the problem.  We will not stop, until domestic abuse stops.    

Our Focus   

Respect was founded to focus on perpetrators of domestic abuse and this, including our vital work with young people who cause harm, will remain our key priority.  Our work with male victims will continue as an important, distinct, project.    

Our Values   

• Pioneering - We explore innovative ideas and develop new approaches with curiosity and rigour.   
   

• Collaborative - We work in partnership with our members, partners and allies to bring about individual, societal and systems change.   
   

• Accountable- We listen to survivors and centre their needs in our work.  We hold perpetrators to account for their behaviour and hold ourselves and our members accountable for ours.   
   

• Respectful - We live up to our name.  We are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion in all that we do.  We are honest, compassionate and boldly challenge injustice.    

Make a Change 

Make a Change is a community-wide, early response approach to people using abusive behaviours (or who are concerned that they might be) towards a current or ex-partner. The model has been developed by Respect in partnership with Women’s Aid Federation England, drawing inspiration from their Change that Lasts approach. It includes three strands: expert support programme for perpetrators with parallel support for survivors, workforce development and community outreach.

Improving the safety, freedom and wellbeing of adult and child survivors of domestic abuse is a key outcome for our work with perpetrators.  The Make a Change model is a multi-partner project offering local areas a framework for delivering perpetrator work. Where feasible, we aim to establish partnerships with local survivor domestic abuse service to deliver parallel support for survivors (referred to as Integrated Support Service) as part the expert support strand.

Purpose of the role: 

The Senior Communications and Policy Officer will work with the Make a Change team at Respect to advance the development of communication and policy activities for the Make a Change model in project sites and nationally to encourage uptake in new areas. They will also work with Respect’s Communications and Influence leads to ensure alignment with the organisation's broader messaging and advocacy efforts, maximising the impact of Make a Change initiatives. The postholder will lead on developing and implementing communication strategies and plans in partnership with our delivery partners across the sites.

We would particularly welcome applications from individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and across all protected characteristics1, particularly from people from the following under-represented groups: 

• Black and minoritised people 

• Disabled people 

We always welcome and support applications from those who have personal experience of domestic abuse. 

Please follow the link to find out more. 

Make a Change 

Make a Change is a community-wide, early response approach to people using abusive behaviours (or who are concerned that they might be) towards a current or ex-partner. The model has been developed by Respect in partnership with Women’s Aid Federation England, drawing inspiration from their Change that Lasts approach. It includes three strands: expert support programme for perpetrators with parallel support for survivors, workforce development and community outreach.

Improving the safety, freedom and wellbeing of adult and child survivors of domestic abuse is a key outcome for our work with perpetrators.  The Make a Change model is a multi-partner project offering local areas a framework for delivering perpetrator work. Where feasible, we aim to establish partnerships with local survivor domestic abuse service to deliver parallel support for survivors (referred to as Integrated Support Service) as part the expert support strand.

This is a new and exciting role within the Make a Change team. This exciting new role offers a unique opportunity to join our team at a pivotal moment.  As the first person to fill this position, you'll play a key role in shaping its development and collaborating with the team to define its future direction.  This is a fantastic time to join us as we grow, and you'll be an integral part of establishing this important function and contributing to our collective and continued success 

We are seeking a Make a Change Development Lead to drive the development and innovation plans for the model for 2025-28. This pivotal role will focus on enhancing the three core strands of Make a Change: Expert Support, Workforce Development, and Community Outreach.

This role requires innovation, leadership and collaboration with a range of stakeholders, ensuring these strands work seamlessly together to achieve meaningful, measurable outcomes for individuals and communities.

You will need to think long-term and understand how different components of the programme fit together. Strong leadership skills are necessary to guide teams, inspire collaboration, and make decisions that will influence both the direction of the programme and its day-to-day operations. You will have a passion for innovation and continuous improvement to develop and test new strategies, tools, and methodologies, ensuring that the programme remains dynamic and responsive to changing needs.

This is an exciting opportunity within a creative and proactive team, where members are encouraged to seek out and share learning. The role focuses on continuously developing our work with perpetrators, contributing to the growing evidence base on effective behaviour change and strategies to keep survivors safe. 

We are seeking a motivated MAP Programme Coordinator to lead the Migrants’ Aspiration Programme (MAP) to guide and support emerging migrant leaders from across London. 

The successful candidate will have responsibility to manage the delivery of this programme, including facilitating or co-facilitating all live workshops,supporting those participating on the programme, building partnerships, and working closely with the MRN team to make this a programme success.

This role will suit a candidate that has strong experience in working with migrant communities, supporting and managing volunteers, and with excellent project management skills.

The charity is looking for exceptional candidates with a:

• Zest for managing and developing relationships with volunteers, key partners and stakeholders 

• Commitment to creating a just society for all migrants

• Readiness to commit to MRN's vision and values

The salary will be £31,099 per year, pro-rata. In addition, MRN contributes up to 6% of salary to pensions.

More details are available in the job description.

Closing date for applications: 9am, 28 April 2025

Date for candidate interviews: 13 or 15 May 2025

The Role

This is a great chance to join a busy policy team to cover family leave. The team helps the Law Society shape public policy to deliver our corporate strategy for our members and the public interest.

You will lead our policy development and projects on immigration and asylum issues, and support colleagues in the public law team on other issues such as human rights, mental health law, criminal law and family law.

Keeping up to date with policy and legal developments, you will spot and respond to opportunities for positive reforms. You will research and analyse the impact of changes on our members, access to justice and the rule of law, and provide reliable and well-informed advice and leadership. Often you will prepare written briefings and guidance for internal and external audiences, and occasionally you will give oral presentations.

You will liaise with key internal and external stakeholders including colleagues, members of the Law Society, government, parliament and civil society. Working with colleagues from the policy, media, public affairs and other teams, you will help to ensure that our policy positions have maximum influence and visibility, and report on their impact showing how they deliver our strategic goals.

This is an exciting and varied role where your expertise, knowledge and skills will be used to great effect to make a real difference for our members, the rule of law and access to justice.

What we're looking for

You will be an experienced policy professional with a proven track record of identifying opportunities for influence and making an impact. You will have either some expertise in immigration and/or asylum law or the ability to develop that quickly, alongside a good working knowledge of broad public law issues.

You will be skilled in researching and analysing complex issues and assessing their implications for the profession, the rule of law and access to justice. You will have excellent skills in drafting concise, clear and accurate policy papers, briefings and guidance for a range of audiences, and be comfortable giving persuasive oral presentations.

You will also be experienced in building and maintaining effective relationships with a wide range of stakeholders at all levels and be able to work both pro-actively and reactively, often with minimal supervision and to tight deadlines.

What's in it for you

This is an excellent opportunity to work in a progressive membership organisation dedicated to supporting solicitors, protecting access to justice and promoting the rule of law. We have a strong reputation for excellence and legal expertise, and are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion, and a culture of trust, clarity, excellence and respect.

We offer hybrid working (minimum eight days a month working on site), a generous flexible benefits package, a friendly working environment and the opportunity to develop your career within a professional organisation.

While this role is advertised as full time, we are willing to consider 80%-90% for the right candidate.

Please note: if you are an internal applicant, Pay Policy will apply.

The Law Society represents solicitors in England and Wales. From negotiating with and lobbying the profession's regulators, government and other decision makers, to offering training and advice, we're here to help, protect and promote solicitors.

If you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Arabella Lang on

The Law Society represents solicitors in England and Wales. From negotiating with and lobbying the profession's regulators, government and other decision makers, to offering training and advice, we're here to help, protect and promote solicitors.

The Role

This is a great chance to join a busy policy team to lead on our work around private client and tax. The team helps the Law Society shape policy in areas that mater to many of our members and firms they work in.

You will lead our policy development and projects on private client and tax issues, and support colleagues in the private law team on other issues such as technology, employment, company, conveyancing, climate change and supporting our members businesses.

Keeping up to date with policy and legal developments, you will spot and respond to opportunities for positive reforms. You will research and analyse the impact of changes on our members, on the clients they advise and the rule of law, and provide reliable and well-informed advice and leadership. Often you will prepare written briefings, consultation responses and guidance for internal and external audiences, and occasionally you will give oral presentations.

You will liaise with key internal and external stakeholders including colleagues, members of the Law Society, government, parliament and industry bodies. Working with colleagues from the policy, media, public affairs and other teams, you will help to ensure that our policy positions have maximum influence and visibility, and report on their impact showing how they deliver our strategic goals.

This is an exciting and varied role where your expertise, knowledge and skills will be used to great effect to make a real difference for our members and the rule of law.

What we're looking for

What's in it for you

This is an excellent opportunity to work in a forward-thinking membership organisation dedicated to supporting solicitors, protecting access to justice and promoting the rule of law. We have a strong reputation for excellence and legal expertise, and are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion, and a culture of trust, clarity, excellence and respect.

We offer hybrid working (minimum eight days a month working on at our office in Chancery Lane), a generous flexible benefits package, a friendly working environment and the opportunity to develop your career within a professional organisation.

This role is designed to be full time from Monday-to-Friday. If you wish to have another working pattern, please contact Nick Denys (details below).

If you would like to have an informal discussion any aspect of the role, please contact Nick Denys on

The Law Society represents solicitors in England and Wales. From negotiating with and lobbying the profession's regulators, government and other decision makers, to offering training and advice, we're here to help, protect and promote solicitors

About Reprieve

Reprieve works with the most disenfranchised people in society. Our aim is simple: to consign the death penalty and abuses carried out in the name of “counter-terrorism” or “national security” to history, drawing public and political attention to these past harms with a view to preventing them from occurring again. 

In our view, you can best judge a society by how it treats prisoners, criminal defendants, and the far-flung targets of an ever-changing counter-terror policy. To us, the rule of law means little if we selectively apply it to people we agree with. It is for all of us. Liberty is always eroded at the margins.

Reprieve’s staff is made up of courageous and committed human rights defenders. Founded in 1999, we provide free legal and investigative support to people facing the death penalty and those victimised by states’ abusive counter-terror policies – rendition, torture, arbitrary detention and extrajudicial killing. 

We fight our clients’ cases in courts around the world; investigate their mistreatment; and advocate on their behalf, encouraging public and political debate of human rights issues. 

Reprieve’s main office is in Aldgate, London, UK. Reprieve also supports full-time Fellows, who work as lawyers, investigators and campaigners in the countries in which we work. We work closely with a number of partner organisations in jurisdictions all over the world, who provide access to clients, expertise, knowledge and guidance on specific issues or regions. We work in cooperation with relevant government officials, individual lawyers and human rights defenders, as well as individual, corporate and foundation funders to further the cause of our shared goals.

Reprieve works in close partnership with its independent sibling organisation Reprieve US.  This collaboration is mutually beneficial to both Reprieve and Reprieve US as it enables each organisation to work more effectively and take advantage of the strategic locations to increase the impact of our work.

Reprieve is an equal opportunity employer and we particularly welcome applicants from Black and minority ethnic communities, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and those with disabilities. Reprieve is committed to fighting racism and advancing racial justice, both in our work and within Reprieve. For more information, please see our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement. You can also read more about our recruitment process.

About the Role

The Head of Public Affairs and Policy is responsible for overseeing Reprieve’s political engagement and policy work; managing public affairs and policy focused staff; and steering forward advocacy and policy that advances Reprieve’s strategic objectives on behalf of our clients in all the jurisdictions where we operate. 

Reprieve’s current policy goals in the UK include prohibiting intelligence sharing where there is a risk of torture or the death penalty, ensuring UK security assistance doesn’t contribute to human rights violations, and ending the practice of citizenship stripping. The role involves close collaboration with Reprieve’s regional and thematic casework teams to encourage states to restrict or end the use of the death penalty or involvement in other human rights abuses such as torture and arbitrary detention. 

Reprieve’s work encompasses a number of regions across the world, including the Middle East and North Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa, South Asia, South East Asia, and the United States. The policy team provides cross-cutting support to those teams and local experts to advocate for our clients, secure political representation for them, and advance strategic goals.
You will share our commitment to fighting against racism and advancing
racial justice, and understand our responsibility to do our work in a way that does not compound racist structures.

Location, contract and salary

This is a full-time role, on a one-year fixed term contract, with the possibility to extend, subject to funding. The annual salary is £61,003 per annum, less any required deductions for income tax and national insurance. 
This role is based in Reprieve’s London office. Reprieve operates a hybrid working model and we require staff to work 40% of their working hours from the London office and the rest of the week from home. Applicants must have the current right to work in the UK, which will be checked prior to interview.

Full details and how to apply

Please review the job description and person specification for full details.To apply, please submit the application form at the web address provided. Please note that CVs and cover letters cannot be accepted for this role. 

The deadline for applications is 23:58 BST on 27 April 2025. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK currently and for the duration of the contract. 

• Salary: £35,700 p.a.
• Contract: Full time, Permanent 35hrs a week (Part time Part time – 28hrs a week would be considered)
• Location: Remote (based in UK) with the option to work from CSW’s New Malden office.
• Visa requirements – Must have the right to work in the UK.

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced grants fundraiser to join CSW to use their skills to help people who are harassed and persecuted for their beliefs. You will play a key role in generating sustainable income for our work through securing grants from charitable trusts, foundations and institutions.

Key Responsibilities (a full list of responsibilities is listed in the Application Pack)

• Research and identify new sources of funding to grow pipeline of prospective trusts, foundations and institutions
• Write high-quality, compelling applications and bespoke funding proposals to secure grants
• Manage relationships with existing funders in a way that secures multi-year grants
• Schedule and write reports according to funders’ requirements

The Person

You are an excellent researcher, self-motivated and able to write compelling applications that align with funders’ priorities. You have strong research and time management skills. You are able to communicate with a wide range of stakeholders and understand the importance of stewarding relationships with funders well.

You are inspired by CSW’s mission and eager to play your part, through this role, in ensuring freedom of religion and belief for all.

Essential Criteria (a full list of essential criteria is listed in the Application Pack)

• A minimum of three years fundraising experience for a charity.
• Proven track record of securing five-figure gifts from charitable trusts, foundations and/or institutions
• Writing high-quality, compelling funding applications/ proposals that match funders’ interests with CSW’s mission and activities
• Account management or managing relationships with high value donors and/or trusts and foundations

CSW Benefits

We offer flexible working, your birthday off, pension with 6% employer contribution.

Reporting to the Head of Philanthropy, and working closely alongside colleagues across Major Gifts, Trusts and Corporates, this is a pivotal new role. It aligns with MSF’s strategic fundraising ambitions and will be crucial to securing increased income from new sources.

In collaboration with key colleagues in the Philanthropy Team, the postholder will define an effective prospect research strategy, which they will be responsible for supporting, streamlining and implementing in order to deliver a strong and sustainable prospect pipeline.

The Prospect Research Officer will play a leading role in identifying new sources of philanthropic support from charitable Trusts/Foundations, companies, and individual major donors, to achieve increased income growth in the Philanthropy Team in support of MSF’s strategic priorities.

They will create and implement effective systems, processes and management tools and embed these new ways of working in the Philanthropy Team. They will also be responsible for providing up to date research and due diligence reports on new and existing donors, in line with MSF policies.

DEPARTMENT: Philanthropy

HOURS: Full time, 37.5 hours per week

LENGTH OF CONTRACT: Permanent

LOCATION: Hybrid working: 2 days per week in the London Office

SALARY: Salary: £39,689.92

Internal salary grade: 14.1

Social Media Officer

London

£50,383

Full-time, 18-month fixed term contract with possibility to extend.

35 hours per week (open to job share applications, happy to talk flexible working).

We have a flexible working policy with most staff expected to work from the office for a minimum of 50% of working hours.

Can you create impactful, viral content to help win our client win for working people?

They looking for a dynamic Social Media Officer to join their industry-leading social media team.

In this role, you'll create innovative, viral content that champions our progressive values and amplifies powerful campaigns for working people.

Their social content regularly reaches millions, generates national media attention and engages politicians, influencers and key decision-makers.

What experience, skills, knowledge and understanding do you need?

• You’ll be a self-starter who can come up with ideas for viral content and able to turn them into posts ready for release.
• You’ll be aware of what’s going viral elsewhere and know how to adopt the latest trends.  
• You’ll be open-minded, collaborative and passionate about promoting trade unions and winning campaigns for working people.

The closing date for completed applications for this post is Tuesday 22nd April 2025. 

There’ll be a one-stage interview in this process on Thursday 8th May 2025. 

Their staff enjoy a good benefits package including final salary pension scheme and other benefits. They value a diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community and from within and outside of the trade union movement.

They welcome applications from any candidate but are particularly keen to receive applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, who are underrepresented at this grade in the organisation

Our client is open to secondments from unions or progressive organisations.