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The Office Manager role is crucial to our very busy and friendly office of 14 people and is incredibly varied and interesting. The role requires someone to be friendly, flexible and adaptable, with strong communication skills, a hands-on attitude and the willingness and initiative to work with the whole team doing a variety of different tasks to achieve a common goal. You will be highly organised and be prepared to take on information in many forms and quickly translate this into action. You will be comfortable working with deadlines and priorities, managing your own workload and the expectations of others. It is an incredibly rewarding role for someone who has the passion and commitment to help the Foundation address inequalities and to tackle poverty and inequality at a local level. No two days will be the same.
- You will need excellent communication skills, as you will often be the first point of contact for all enquiries, including grant applicants donors, and room bookings.
- You will support the fundraising and programmes team with running events and resident panels.
- You will be responsible for ensuring that the building is safe, well maintained and accessible to all staff, tenants and visitors, including sourcing and managing contractors.
- You will support the finance and fundraising teams with data entry and reporting, purchasing and reconciliations.
- You will also have the opportunity to delve into special initiatives, such as supporting our strategic objectives around Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI), the use of AI and environmental action.
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to learn about the voluntary sector, particularly learning about trusts and foundations and grant making, as well as developing skills in a variety of admin functions, such as databases, finance, premises and health and safety.
You will also have the opportunity to meet the organisations we fund and work with as well as actively contribute towards our pledge of meeting the ACF’s Funder Commitment on Climate Change and our DEI Strategic workplan (available on request). This will allow you to develop your skills at the Foundation, ranging from project planning, communication, finance, and customer service. You will also have an opportunity to work with our Fundraising and Communications team to help engage a range of supporters. Training will be provided for all your duties.
The role is ideal for someone either with existing office management experience or someone with administrative experience who is keen and ready to step up in their career, to take on more responsibility and join a small, friendly and dynamic team based in Islington. If you are looking to develop your career in office administration whilst working for a community-based charity, can work on your own initiative and show that you’re a team-player, while delivering high quality admin support, then this could be the next role for you.
We are keen to receive applications from individuals with different levels of experience. There are lots of opportunities to test, learn and innovate at Cripplegate Foundation and Islington Giving.
More info in the candidate information pack
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Supporter Experience Officer
We are looking for a Supporter Experience Officer to ensure supporters have a fulfilling and enjoyable relationship with the charity. If you can deliver exceptional supporter journeys driving long-term loyalty… then we want to hear from you!
Position: Supporter Experience Officer
Location: Swindon/Hybrid (2 days a week or 8 days a month in the office on average)
Hours: Full-time, office based every Tuesday and for Fundraising team meetings
Salary: £30,000 to £32,058 per annum
Contract: 12 month fixed term
Closing Date: 22 April 2025
Interview Date: 29 April 2025, in person at the Swindon office
The Role
The Supporter Experience Officer is responsible for giving supporters a fulfilling and enjoyable relationship with the charity. They deepen supporter relationships and strengthen sources of income by working strategically across the whole supporter journey.
Main responsibilities include:
• Oversee programmes of regular giving and incorporate positive ‘wow’ moments into the supporter journey
• Ensure a dynamic two-way engagement with supporters
• Manage and deliver a quality supporter thanking process, including reviewing and maintaining thank you letter copy and processes, in liaison with the Supporter Services department
• Create and develop effective welcome strategies for new supporters across different channels
• Implement effective processes to ensure supporters are developing in their giving relationship
• Manage and develop effective strategies for reducing the number of lapsing donors
• Report on supporter attrition and satisfaction overall
• Maintain a comprehensive knowledge base of supporters and their demographics
• Seek to develop ways to improve the supporter experience
About You
You will have a demonstrable understanding of what drives and motivates Christian supporters, as well as a deep understanding of retention fundraising principles. Delighting supporters with positive ‘wow’ moments will be a core part of your remit. Well-organised and self-motivated, you will be a strategic thinker and have proven experience in analysing and reporting on campaigns.
If you are passionate about research and eager to contribute to meaningful public debates, we encourage you to apply. Please provide your CV and a 250-word statement that sets out your interest and suitability for this position.
In Return…
Commitment - As a Christian organisation, the charity believe you have gifts and abilities that are all your own. So they’re willing to explore how what you have might fit what’s needed.
The checklist – There’s no such thing as the perfect candidate. You don't have to tick every box on the job description before you apply!
It's personal - You have a life outside work, and the organisation want you to be able to live it well. So are happy to talk to you about flexible working hours and working from home.
Learn and grow - When you're trained in a new skill, or learn a different perspective, it benefits everyone. The organisation is committed to making it possible for everyone to flourish, with a huge variety of learning resources available.
Together and apart - The charity believe in home working where it’s appropriate, and during lockdown they made that work really well. But know how important it is to meet face to face, too and are committed to making the office an enriching environment, where people are glad to be.
Celebrating difference - Universal acceptance for everyone, everywhere is at the heart of the organisation and it promotes diversity of thought, culture and background. Diversity is valued and this is reflected in the workforce.
Level ground - We want you to bring your best to the application and selection process. If you need any adjustments to be made for that to happen, let us know and we'll be glad to help.
Benefits include: Flexible Working, Pension, Employee Assistance Programme, Family Time benefits including TOIL, 28 days (plus bank holidays) after 2 years’ service (plus holiday trading, office closed at Christmas, additional closure the day before Good Friday and as day after Easter Monday), gym membership, Health Cash Plan or Private Medical, Cycle Scheme, Life Assurance, Staff Seminars, All Staff Gatherings, Access to LinkedIn Learning platform, Tastecard, Childcare Vouchers, Loyalty Awards, Staff Events, Free tea and coffee
Working in over 200 countries and territories, the organisations parent charity, is a global mission to bring the Bible to life for everyone and believes that when people engage with the Bible lives can be changed, for good.
The charity is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity and aspires to reflect this in its workforce. Applications are welcome from people representing all sections of the community.
You may also have experience in areas such as Supporter, Supporter Experience, Supporter Engagement, Supporter Care, Fundraising Supporter Experience, Fundraising Supporter Engagement, Fundraising Supporter Care, Fundraising, Fundraiser, Individual Giving, Individual Giving Fundraiser, Customer Service, Customer Service Officer, Customer Service Assistant. #INDNFP
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
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TLG is seeking a Head of Operations to join our team as we establish a new organisational and leadership structure. This role aims to achieve a step change in effectiveness by implementing strategic initiatives that enhance efficiency, productivity, and innovation, in partnership with the Executive Director.
The Head of Operations will lead a team of specialists and operational leaders focused on executive support, strategy, innovation, and digital operations & transformation. They will work closely with the Executive team to operationalize vision and strategy, champion compliance, and ensure effective governance and seamless organizational cycles.
We seek a leader who can engage with the big picture while valuing the details, balancing process-driven approaches with creativity. The ideal candidate will have a track record of building relationships at all levels to make an impact.
TLG is a Christian charity and, as a team, we want to bring our faith to the work we do; as such, we are recruiting an individual with a strong and vibrant Christian faith. We would welcome applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds to enable us to better reflect the needs of the communities we serve.
Hours: Part-time 22.5 – 26.25 hours (0.6 - 0.7 FTE) with potential to increase hours as the role progresses
Closing Date: Tuesday 15th April
Initial Interviews: Wednesday 23rd April – Online
Final Interviews: Wednesday 7th May – at our National Support Office in West Yorkshire
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Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
People & Recruitment Advisor
As People & Recruitment Advisor, working to the People and Culture Lead, you will be responsible for administering the day-to-day HR/People activities, including being the first point of contact for queries and advice. You will also lead on recruitment across the organisation, providing expert guidance to hiring managers and managing the recruitment process at each stage.
You will have the ability to quickly build strong relationships with colleagues at all levels. Your warmth and confidence will make people feel comfortable and welcome so they feel able to come to you with people-related questions.
As part of the People and Culture team, you will work to ensure that we can recruit, retain, develop, support and deeply engage the people we rely on to deliver our vital work for forests, nature and human rights. You will be efficient, straightforward, and kind, modelling the behaviours and values we aspire to as a team.
This is a great role for an experienced HR/People generalist who has a people-first approach and is also passionate about creating clear processes and following best-practice. You will be able to work effectively in the context of a fast-growing and dynamic non-profit delivering on complex and impactful projects around the world.
Finally – as we ask of all colleagues – you will contribute to a culture of kindness, collaboration, rigour and accountability in equal measure. You will come to work with a sense of urgent mission, but one balanced by emotional intelligence in all you do. You will share our conviction that it is not just what we do that matters in our working life, but how we do it too.
General HR/People
- Building relationships with all managers and stakeholders across the organisation
- Providing an efficient People and Recruitment advisory service across the organisation; offering expert HR/People advice and supporting managers and employees in understanding and implementing policies and procedures
- Working with the People & Culture Lead to ensure excellent onboarding and induction of new staff
- Administering and monitoring probation periods for staff
- Supporting the People & Culture Lead with any case work
- General HR/People administration - including updating relevant HR information systems with employee information, pulling data reports, tracking key dates such as end of visa dats, sending letters, creating templates
- Identifying where processes could be improved for efficiency and effectiveness and implementing accordingly
- Training - ensuring that mandatory training is up to date
- Support with People and Culture development projects as required
Recruitment
- Own and lead on recruitment, spending time focussing on the candidate journey, ensuring that candidates are given a great experience and happy with the journey regardless of the outcome
- Provide professional advice on recruitment and selection
- Support hiring managers through the recruitment process, from requirements gathering through to offer and onboarding
To be successful in this role, these are the things that will matter the most:
- A people-first and positive approach to HR/People
- An excellent understanding of HR/People procedures and legislation in the UK with methods in place to keep up to date with changes
- A deep alignment with our values and our mission, and a passion for collaboratively contributing to a positive organisational culture in which people thrive
Essential behavioural competencies
- Able to quickly build strong working relationships
- A calm and warm manner
- Credibility as both systematic and effective as well as emotionally intelligent
- Able to handle situations sensitively and confidentially
- Initiative and ability to manage and prioritise a varied workload in a busy environment
- Flexible with a can-do approach
Skills and experience
- Experience in all aspects of the employee lifecycle
- CIPD qualified
- Sound understanding and working knowledge of UK employment law and best practice
- Experience of all stages of recruitment - confident to advise managers as needed
- Experience of working across different departments / functions
- Experience of improving processes in order to make them more efficient and to create a better user experience
- Experience and / or understanding of the context for a charity / not for profit organisation (desirable)
- Experience and / or understanding of DEI principles and practices (desirable)
- Experience and / or understanding of hybrid working and making this work effectively (desirable)
To apply for the position, please submit an up-to date CV and covering letter. The covering letter should explain your motivation for the role, and how your skills and experience fit the person specification. (Please no more than 1 side of A4).
The closing date for applications is 9 April at 9am GMT. Early applications are encouraged. We may close applications early if suitable candidates are identified.
Screening calls are planned for w/c 14 April with interviews to be held w/c 21 April.
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Are you looking for your next challenge and want to make a difference? Changeworks is looking for a Business Development Lead to identify and secure opportunities to support our work to decarbonise Scotland’s homes to tackle the climate emergency and end fuel poverty.
Changeworks is a growing social enterprise that has been delivering housing retrofit projects, expert energy advice and community engagement for over three decades. Working with partners across the UK, we deliver impactful decarbonisation solutions and innovative projects to support householders and organisations to improve energy efficiency and reduce fuel poverty.
You’ll join a positive and proactive team who are committed to increasing Changeworks’ impact. This key role will secure organisational income by writing, coordinating and submitting tenders and funding bids. You will build excellent stakeholder relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, including prospective partners and customers.
You will have in-depth fundraising experience with proven expertise securing funding for projects and services. It is essential to have experience in leading competitive tenders and developing winning proposals as well as securing different sources of income.
Apply today to join our mission to make low-carbon life a positive reality for everyone.
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Carers First is a charity that works directly with, and for unpaid carers, providing personalised information, advice and tailored support making it easier for those caring for someone else to continue living their lives to the fullest.
We have a committed, dedicated staff team and you could be just the person we are looking for to join us to make that material difference in carer’s lives. We live and work through our values, and we have an ambitious strategy to scale our reach, support and impact for carers, working in collaboration and partnership with a range of statutory, voluntary and commercial organisations.
About this role
As a Director of Services you will:
·Lead, inspire and manage Carers First Community, Helpline and Volunteer Services providing visible leadership and promoting a positive, inclusive culture.
·Refine and develop existing services and develop and mobilise new services/contracts; evidencing outcomes and impact.
· Ensure the highest level of safeguarding practices are in place.
·Drive a culture of continuous learning, nurturing talent, building on strengths and promoting innovation.
· Enable managers to work proactively in coproduction with carers to plan, develop and review services.
·Forge and sustain strong, positive and productive partnerships with Commissioners, partner organisations, funders and key stakeholders.
·Work as a member of the Senior Leadership Team in shaping and delivering our ambitious strategy.
We are looking for passionate people who are committed to the overall aims and objectives of the charity. Carers First is committed to providing a supportive, vibrant, diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
Carers First Can Offer You
In return for your contribution, we have an amazing package of staff benefits including 26 days annual leave entitlement which increases with length of service, flexible working options, paid carers leave, access to our work-place pension, staff discount scheme, employee assistance programme and a Benenden Healthcare package. Whatever you are aiming to achieve in your career, we are here to encourage, help and support you grow, through our excellent training and development programmes.
How to apply
To apply for our exciting opportunity and make a real difference to the lives of carers, click on the ‘Apply Now’ button to begin your application.
Candidates must clearly write how they meet each requirement in the person specification to progress their application.
Appointments are subject to Carers First receiving an appropriate disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service that we consider acceptable
Interview Process
The closing date for applications is 5pm on 13 April 2025. There will be a two stage process.
Candidates who have fully evidenced they meet the requirements of the Person Specification to a satisfactory standard will be long listed and invited to Stage 1.
Stage 1: Week commencing 21 April 2025 - informal online meeting with the Chief Executive to discuss their application.
Following the informal meeting, successfully shortlisted candidates will then progress to Stage 2:
Stage 2: Week commencing 28 April and 5 May 2025 - formal face-to-face interview with the Chief Executive and Trustees. As part of the formal interview, candidates will be required to give a presentation, and details will be provided in advance.
Registered Charity
101 - 500
Our new three-year strategy will enable us to grow our work to reach and support significantly more carers delivering innovative programmes of support
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Fifty years ago, Home-Start began with a simple yet powerful idea: parents supporting each other can transform lives. Today, we are a national movement of volunteers, staff, and partners, standing alongside families to ensure every child has the best possible start in life.
The last few years have placed increasing pressure on families. The cost-of-living crisis is forcing parents to make impossible trade-offs. The erosion of public services, the NHS and social care can leave little support around the earliest moment of a child’s life. The need for our support has never been greater.
With a network of 177 independently governed local Home-Starts across the UK and a central supporting team at Home-Start UK, we are united in our mission to provide compassionate, non-judgemental support to families facing challenges such as isolation, poor mental health and financial pressures. Last year, the network supported 75,500 children in 58,850 families across the UK and British armed forces in Cyprus, with the help of our dedicated staff and nearly 8,000 volunteers.
While we are proud of the impact we make, the need for early years support remains vast, and we currently reach only a fraction of the families we aim to help. Our network is aligned by an ambitious federation-wide strategy to expand our reach and drive meaningful change. With this shared commitment, we aim to double the number of families we support and leverage innovative approaches to scale our impact, reaching 200,000 families a year.
About the role:
As the central organisation in the Home-Start federation, Home-Start UK exists to aid the Home-Start network, providing leadership, voice and quality assurance support to ensure the network has the capacity and resilience to sustainably stand alongside families and communities in times of challenge.
With our current Chief Executive moving on after a successful tenure, we are looking for an exceptional leader to take Home-Start UK into its next chapter. As Chief Executive, you will work collaboratively with our federated network, partners, and funders to enhance our profile, strengthen our voice, expand our reach and deepen our impact. You will help secure bold and sustainable growth and influence policy to ensure early years support remains a national priority.
This is a unique opportunity to lead a dynamic, values-driven organisation at a critical time for UK families. We seek a visionary, highly collaborative leader passionate about social change— someone who excels at uniting people around a shared vision. You will be an inspiring advocate, strategic thinker, and skilled influencer and partnership builder, adept at navigating complexity and championing our movement. A personal commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusive relationships and work cultures is essential.
Diversity and Inclusion at Home-Start UK and in this recruitment:
Home-Start UK are committed to increasing the diversity of our leadership and creating an inclusive recruitment process that attracts a broad pool of talent, including candidates with lived experience relevant to Home-Start’s mission. We appreciate this is an important role with a significant mandate, so are keen to consider how a mix of skills and intersectional insights can contribute to our mission - we are open to exploring new models of leadership structure to achieve this aim, including exploring Co-CEO models. So, if you think you have what it takes, but don’t necessarily meet every single aspect of the person specification, please still apply – we would love to explore the role further with you! For further details on EEDI in our organisation and in this recruitment, please see the full Appointment Brief.
If you are energised by the power of communities and committed to making a lasting difference for children and families, we would love to hear from you. For more information about the organisation, role and how to apply, please download the full appointment brief below.
Closing Date: 6 April 2025
People Beyond Screening Conversations: 10 April - 28 April 2025
Home-Start UK Panel Interviews:
First Stage: 7 May 2025
Second Stage: 16 May 2025
