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Are you a passionate and committed individual, with proven experience of working in a similar digital role?  You will develop audience-centric user journeys and help audience reach and challenge our thinking making the most of the knowledge drawn from our work with communities facing climate hazards. 

Knowledge of the international development, or climate resilience, sector desirable.

Practical Action is a change-making organisation that works in unconventional ways. We put ingenious ideas to work so people in poverty can change their world.

We do things differently, so answers that start small can grow big – bringing people together in bold collaborations, using innovation and knowledge to build futures free from poverty and help shape a world that works better for everyone.

About the role

This role would provide strategic technical expertise to Practical Action’s Climate Resilience team to ensure it has the necessary regular and consistent expert advice and insights to deliver a valued and high-performing website for the Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance.

This knowledge-sharing website is key to Practical Action’s role as the Knowledge and Communications lead for the Alliance and is built in WordPress with a DSpace resource repository.

The Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance is a collaboration between humanitarian, NGO, research and private sector partners, working to build resilience to climate hazards in rural and urban contexts.

Accountabilities

• To build and maintain our Google Analytics and Google Tag Manager implementations
• To align website journeys with other online and offline activities
• To provide first line support for technical issues on the Alliance website
• To support delivery of engaging content work alongside colleagues
• To stay up to date with external trends and developments in website and digital knowledge sharing tools and techniques.

Skills and Abilities

• Google Analytics 4 (very strong) and drawing actionable insights from data
• Working experience of WordPress or other content management system
• Understanding of Dspace as a resource repository
• Good writing skills
• Ability to work well with people across different languages, cultures, and levels of digital understanding.
• Proactive problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated experience of project management
• Basic image & video editing
• Good understanding of Search Engine Optimisation principles.

APPLICATION INFORMATION

Why join us?

The opportunity to work for an organisation that is making a positive difference to the lives of people worldwide, a friendly and supportive culture, and working with values-driven and highly engaged colleagues are just some of the reasons we think Practical Action is a great place to work.

You must have the pre-existing right to both live and work in the UK. 

This is a hybrid role, and you must be able to travel to our Rugby office, as you would be expected to attend on certain key dates and for specific meetings.

Additional information

Practical Action believes that having a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace culture based on respect will enable us to be an effective organisation. We seek to create an inclusive workplace in which people are accepted as individuals, regardless of their differences and where they feel their contribution is valued.  Practical Action is an equal opportunities employer, and we encourage applications from under-represented groups

Practical Action is committed to safeguarding and protecting children and vulnerable adults and as such candidates will be subject to pre-employment checks including criminal checks and terrorist financing.

Closing date for applications:Friday 21st February 2025. 

Interviews: It is anticipated that interviews will take place on Thursday 27th February 2025.

HOW TO APPLY

If you want to work for a charity with significant people ambitions, then we would like to hear from you. For more information, please visit our careers page. To apply please submit a copy of your CV and a supporting statement that includes the answers to the following questions:  

1. Why are you interested in this role?
2. What are the top three reasons you would be suitable for this role

ClientEarth is partnering with Altum Consulting in its search for a new Chief Finance and Operations Officer (CFOO). ClientEarth is an innovative legal and environmental charity that uses the power of the law to fight against climate change and protect nature and the environment.

Over the last few years, ClientEarth has experienced a period of growth, strategy refresh and organisational development. There is a strong finance team in place and the previous Chief Finance Officer position has now been expanded to include wider operations.

Reporting directly to the CEO, Laura Clarke,, this critical role is responsible for leading ClientEarth’s international finance and operations teams, including Facilities, Procurement, IT, and Security – a global team, currently encompassing 55 colleagues. The role will work closely with the Board of Trustees, key funders, and the Director of Development, making significant contributions to organisational and programmatic strategy.

This role will offer a salary starting from £118,750 pa (London) / €125.240,69 pa gross / €8.997,18 pm gross (Brussels) (ClientEarth Executive Team band) plus benefits, including flexible working (a hybrid model combining home and office working), and a pension contribution with additional option of salary sacrifice.

Key duties will include:

• Strategic leadership of all financial and operational matters, ensuring the team’s objectives are aligned with organisational goals.
• Supporting the CEO in shaping the organisational business model and scaling global impact.
• Providing strategic financial planning to ensure resources meet desired impacts, including developing KPIs to monitor global financial strategy.
• Oversight of operational budgeting, forecasting, and performance monitoring.
• Ensuring financial compliance with UK Charity Commission regulations and across all international legal entities.
• Management of grant funding, including budgeting, tracking, reporting, and compliance with donor requirements.
• Leading the development and integration of financial and operational systems, streamlining processes, and driving efficiency.
• Overseeing investment management, treasury, and currency strategies to ensure financial resilience.
• Managing organisational risks and ensuring legal and regulatory compliance across all locations.
• Leading, empowering, and motivating the Finance and Operations teams, driving a collaborative and business-partnering approach.

The ideal candidate will:

• Be a qualified accountant (e.g., ACA/FCA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with substantial senior leadership experience, ideally in an INGO or multinational organisation.
• Have expertise in finance, planning, and budgetary control in a complex, geographically diverse organisation.
• Possess strategic experience overseeing operations, including IT, facilities management, procurement, security, and risk management.
• Demonstrate knowledge of charity accounting regulations and managing financial controls and compliance.
• Have a proven track record of managing grant funding, sub-granting, and external partner relationships.
• Be experienced in change management, developing systems, processes, and culture for a global organisation.
• Exhibit excellent influencing, communication, and leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and collaborate across diverse teams and stakeholders,
• Align strongly with ClientEarth’s mission to create systemic change for a healthier planet.
• Have a strong alignment with ClientEarth’s values and commitment to our equity, diversity and inclusion strategy objectives,

To apply for this position or if you have any questions, please get in touch with Altum today. Clicking "apply" on this page will direct you to Altum's website where you can find further contact information.

Altum Consulting will be conducting first-stage interviews up until Friday, February 28th.

This position can be based in either the London or Brussels office (expectation of visible leadership in the office, 2-3 days per week).

One legal victory can change the system. Enough of them can change the future. At ClientEarth, we use the law to protect life on Earth. Learn more here.

Both Altum Group and ClientEarth value diversity and inclusion and the benefits these bring. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly from under-represented groups.

Please note: ClientEarth is only able to employ those with the pre-existing legal right to work in the UK or Belgium.

ClientEarth is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice or services to third parties.

Turn your back on dull statutory audit assignments and take your audit skills global, into a truly rewarding and challenging new sector, where your work is critical to the success of NGO development projects.

Our partner is providing essential assurance services to a number of large institutions around the world, this specialist team works closely with global clients such as UNICEF, The Gates Foundaton & The World Bank – delivering and managing international development grant-funded programmes. This long established, diverse and multi-lingual team are global leaders in this field

This role is on the frontline of this globally focussed department travelling internationally, meeting clients, colleagues and auditees. Leading meetings, leading audit teams, writing audit reports. Representing the department in person in front of multiple partners and stakeholders. Contributing to the success of critical development projects worldwide - focused on public healthcare, education, disease prevention, and conservation across the developing world. The role offers travel experiences (post pandemic) that very few other roles can match. You will

• Prepare a tailored plan for all assignments based on a good understanding of the terms of reference and the applicable contractual conditions
• Lead opening meetings with clients and auditees and present the audit findings clearly and credibly at closing meetings
• Lead assignment fieldwork teams, including locally based staff, on overseas assignments, or work alone
• Demonstrate the ability to identify issues and areas of non-compliance on an assignment and write them up as findings in a detailed, precise and clear way in the assignment report
• Be able to work to tight deadlines and manage time effectively
• Be prepared to be out of the office on international assignments for up to 40% of the time*

Key skills required..

• A genuine interest in International Development and making a difference.
• A love of international travel, preferably with experience of working or volunteering internationally
• A second language, especially French, Spanish, German, Portuguese and Arabic
• A professional accountancy qualification (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)
• An ability to communicate in a professional, constructive and respectful manner
• A proven track record in audit work

"A fantastic way to break into the International Development sector"

Hours: Full-time

Pay: Up to £42,000 GBP gross gross per annum (dependent on experience)

Duration: Permanent contract

Location: UK-Med Office, Manchester, UK or remote working options within +/-2 hours of UK Time

We are seeking a Medical Professional, with significant expertise and experience in global humanitarian and disaster responses, to provide specialist technical guidance and oversight to our humanitarian health programming as a our new Health Advisor.

UK-Med is an NGO providing emergency health support in times of crisis and humanitarian emergencies. We provide clinical support, as well as training and capacity building for health professionals around the world, with particular focus on countries vulnerable to natural disasters, outbreaks or with weakened health systems due to complex emergencies. As a key partner of the UK Emergency Medical Team (UK EMT), we work closely with FCDO and the WHO, but we are also growing our own programmes. Our work has never been more vital, with disease outbreaks and disasters becoming more frequent, complex and severe.

Following a period of significant growth we are seeking a medical professional to join our team in this pivotal role. Our portfolio of emergency health programmes continues to grow at pace, with current or recent projects in countries including Ukraine, Gaza, Rwanda, Sudan and Lebanon. Projects include outbreak response, trauma and surgical care and health systems strengthening.

The successful candidate will have significant experience in the area of emergency response and disaster medicine, ideally including conflict contexts. You will be able to apply your expertise to supporting strategy development at an HQ level, designing health responses and capacity building programmes as well as contributing to grant proposals. You will be willing and able to deploy overseas with our responses, providing leadership to health teams and liaising closely with Ministries of Health, WHO and other external partners.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits along with a friendly working environment and the opportunity to make a real difference through humanitarian work. UK-Med is an organisation with a committed team of staff and members.

How to apply

We strongly recommend that you read the Candidate Information Pack – Health Advisor - Jan 2025 before applying for this role.

To apply, please submit a current CV and a supporting letter (2 pages) through our online jobs portal.

Please apply as soon as possible and no later than Wednesday 12 February 2025

UK-Med is committed to safeguarding of our personnel and beneficiaries and has a zero-tolerance approach to sexual exploitation and abuse. We conduct thorough vetting before any appointment is confirmed.

UK-Med is committed to the principles of diversity, equality, and inclusion. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive environment where employees feel respected and supported to be able to fulfil their potential.

This is a perfect opportunity for an experienced international charity finance professional.to manage the range of  finances in an established and well regarded NGO with global reach,as it embarks on an exciting new journey under new leadership.

The role requires a recognised finance qualification and at least 7 years' experience in charity and not for profit financial management, including budgeting and forecasting at the project, programme and central level, as well as overseeing the life-cycle of grants and other contracts from governments, organisations, wealthy individuals and charitable foundations internationally. 

You should also have substantial experience in maintaining and developing robust and user-friendly, financial systems to underpin our work, and in audit processes and accounting software (including SAGE).

We are also looking for someone with excellent communication skills who can work with and present to colleagues across the organisation, understanding the needs of their programmes, projects and supporting strategic financial initiatives as they arise.

The organisation is relatively small in terms of staff numbers. The successful candidate should therefore be prepared to be adaptable and flexible and be able to move from more strategic activities to sleeves up work with ease.

United Nations Association – UK, or UNA-UK, is a charity that builds movements, provides expert insight, and designs campaigns dedicated to promoting human rights, peace and security, and UN reform. Our work links the local, the national, and the global and centres grassroots power at the heart of all we do. 

As the first NGO in the UK, we are a small independent organisation with a big impact.  Our mission is to build movements for systemic transformation at the UN and to advocate for UK action for global cooperation. 

We now have an exciting opportunity for a new Chief Executive.  Joining at a pivotal moment for the UN and world order, as well as for UNA-UK as an organisation, they will be supported by a high performing staff team, an engaged membership, and a strong board. 

With significant influence with the UN and UK government, we require a visionary and hands-on Chief Executive who will provide inspirational leadership to our team as well as represent us externally on high level political platforms and nurture relationships with current and future funders. 

Candidates should be passionate internationalists - politically-savvy but non-partisan, equally at ease at campaign rallies and in the corridors of power. Political understanding of the nature of the UN and the UK’s relationship to it is critical, together with a track record of generating and diversifying funding for your organisation. 

You will bring exceptional strategic, people and leadership skills to run an organisation successfully, understand how to work effectively with a board of trustees and harness opportunities presented from our network of groups, individual members and supporters across the UK. 

Previous chief executive experience is desirable but not essential. 

For further information and to apply, please click Apply.

Closing date:  Thursday 20 February

GatenbySanderson Interviews: 28 February – 6 March

Final Interviews: 20 March

As UNA-UK believes diversity is crucial to its success, we welcome applicants who represent diversity in all its forms.

About us 

We are National Energy Action (NEA) – and our vision is to end fuel poverty. Our work to improve and promote energy efficiency brings social, environmental, housing and employment benefits.  We believe everyone should be able to afford to keep their homes warm and safe. However, low incomes, high energy bills and poor energy efficiency currently deny this to millions of households across the UK.  Never has this been more important than today.

NEA’s teams are friendly, knowledgeable and are dedicated to what we do.  We are proud of our expertise and proud of the service we deliver to our clients.

We offer colleagues a friendly, rewarding workplace and the chance to build a worthwhile career with a not-for-profit organisation that makes a genuine difference to people’s lives each and every day. 

The role 

This post provides an exciting and rewarding opportunity to help the charity build its profile among regional stakeholders while delivering projects that seek to bring an end to fuel poverty and to the misery of cold homes. The role will sit within NEA’s Policy and Advocacy Directorate and report into the Head of Policy and Public Affairs. 

The Parliamentary and Public Affairs Assistant will provide support to the Policy and Public Affairs team in planning and co-ordinating events, providing general administrative support and providing the secretariat function for the APPG for Fuel Poverty and Energy Efficiency in Westminster. 

The post holder will monitor proceedings in the UK and devolved Parliaments, providing formal regular reporting to the leadership in the Policy and Advocacy Directorate. 

You will be an excellent communicator and will support NEA’s engagement with MPs, Peers, and other stakeholders, managing and updating a contact database to ensure effective communication. You will also provide support to the Head of Wales and Director of Northern Ireland in engaging political audiences in the devolved nations, particularly including representatives from Westminster and including the respective devolved administrations as required. 

What you will need to succeed 

The Parliamentary and Public Affairs Assistant will have demonstrable relevant experience, within a relevant third sector organisation, NGO, charity, lobby group, Parliament focussing on public affairs. You will be able to engage confidently with MPs, Peers, charity partners, and stakeholders, and be able to demonstrate a good understanding of parliamentary procedures and experience of engaging Parliamentarians. This role requires political impartiality and the ability to be discreet. 

You will be an excellent communicator, both written and verbal, and you should be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with strong organisational skills. 

We are passionate about what we do and we want you to be too! The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a commitment to our mission to eradicate fuel poverty and for everyone to be able to afford to keep their homes warm. 

Hybrid working is subject to necessary H&S and GDPR checks. Post holders must be resident within the UK and be able to provide their Right to Work in the UK.

The job description provides a list of the duties of the post and the person specification provides the list of essential and desirable criteria.  

We are offering: 

• £25,592 - £30,558 (Points 7-17) (plus £3,300 London Weighting if applicable). New appointments usually begin at the starting point of the scale. 

• 11.5% non-contributory pension. 

• 25 days annual leave plus 3 additional days in between Christmas New Year Period when our offices close; plus, all public holidays per annum. 

• Flexible working arrangements including the opportunity for Hybrid working. 

• Enhanced family friendly payments. 

• Employee Assistance Programme. 

• Employee benefits platform. 

How to apply: 

Apply online by clicking 'apply now'. 

The closing date for applications is 7 February 2025 at 12 noon.  Interviews will be held in the week commencing 24 February 2025.  Full details of this post and an application form are available on our website. 

Please be aware that National Energy Action is not a sponsoring organisation. Therefore, the successful applicant must already possess the right to work in the UK or be able to secure the right to work in the UK independently. 

Please note CVs will not be accepted as part of the application process.  No agency or advertising enquiries please.  

NEA aims to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all people with the necessary skills and experience for the post. Charity Registration No. 290511.  Company Registration No:  01853927 

Associate Director of Financial Services | Interim | 6-months+ | £500 - 600 per day (Umbrella)

On behalf of a Global NGO working across 37 countries, we're recruiting an interim Associate Director of Financial Services for at last 6-months. Reporting to the Global Director of Financial Control, this role will lead the financial and management accounting of the UK Shared Services including purchase ledger, expenses and payroll for the Global Office and UK Office. Crucially, this role will review and support the implementation of efficiency changes and transformation whilst leading the annual Group Audit and consolidated monthly financial reporting process.

Main Duties:

• Lead on the group month-end, global balance sheet, group P&L, and Group consolidation
• Lead on the group statutory Audit, liaising with overseas country teams and PWC
• Lead on the group statutory accounts preparation and SORP accounting adjustments
• Along with the Global Director of Financial Control, lead a review of the team structure and processes, offering and implementing efficiency changes and recommendations
• Oversee and lead the global support office month-end, including all management accounting and balance sheet reconciliations
• Support external tax advisor in Group VAT review
• Manage and support the Purchase Ledger and Expenses Manager, Payroll Manager, Group Accounting and Management Accounting teams ensuring a strong controls environment
• Support the ongoing process transformation projects
• Line manage the Financial Accountant and oversee group balance sheet control and country scorecards

Person Specification:

• Qualified Accountant with proven experience managing multi-disciplined teams
• Experience of change management, developing systems and implementing solutions
• Multi-entity consolidations experience
• Audit leadership experience
• Multi-currency, overseas office, and remote management experience
• Ideally experience with SUN Systems and Agresso Payroll

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As an employer, we are committed to ensuring the representation of people from all backgrounds regardless of their gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, or any other aspect which makes them unique. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply and would encourage you to let us know if there are steps, we can take to ensure that your recruitment process enables you to present yourself in a way that makes you comfortable.

Grants Officer (0853)

• Salary: £36,660

• Location: London

• Contract Type: Indefinite

• Hours: Full Time

• Closing Date: 16 February 2025

• First Interview Dates: 24th February 2025

About the role

Are you passionate about using your grants experience to make a difference for the planet? Join ClientEarth, a leading environmental law charity, as our Grants Officer. This excellent opportunity places you at the core of our mission, helping to equip our global team with the resources and skills they need to succeed, while contributing to meaningful environmental change.

The Grants Officer will join the Grants Team within the wider Development Department, collaborating with the Grants Manager, Grants Management Lead, and Global Head of Grants. You will be responsible for managing a portfolio of grants that support the organisation’s initiatives.

Meet your Manager

In this role, you will be managed by Jimmy Laycock. Jimmy is a Grants Manager having joined ClientEarth's London office in 2019. Over the past 9 years, Jimmy has worked in grants and programme management for international NGOs across health, environment, and legal themes. On a day-to-day basis you will work closely with Jimmy as part of an established Grants Team that sits within the Development Department at ClientEarth. 

Main Duties

• Have a close and in-depth knowledge of their grants portfolio, including a sound understanding of the philanthropic, institutional and statutory funding mix
• Process and review grant agreements, to ensure appropriate narrative and financial reporting requirements, and flag any inconsistencies with programmatic, communications and organisational needs

Role requirements

• Experience of working in a grant management or project management role for a charity, NGO, private or public entity
• Experience of reporting to private foundations including trusts 
• Experience drafting proposals and securing funding from foundations and other funding institutions
• Experience and knowledge of budgeting, and organisational (e.g. not for profit/charity) finances

Note to candidates: We know that long lists of criteria can be daunting and that some candidates will not apply for a role unless they feel they are 100% qualified. If you feel you meet at least some of the essential criteria, we still encourage you to apply.

Further Information

Have a question about this job? Please visit our Careers site for advice on applying, FAQs, and more.

Flexible working:  We are proud to be a Flexa accredited Employer. Visit our Flexa Employer page for more information on our approach to flexible working. Our flexible working policy allows our people the choice to decide to work from home/another location in the country where their contract of employment is issued for 80% of their month, with the other 20% of their month being office-based  See our Benefits page for more.

ClientEarth values diversity and inclusion and the benefits this brings. We aim to appoint the most suitable candidate at all times and welcome applications from people from all different backgrounds. 

Please note that ClientEarth is only able to employ those who have the pre-existing legal right to work in the United Kingdom.

ClientEarth is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice or legal services to third parties.

All Survivors Project is seeking a Senior Finance and Accounting Lead with a passion for human rights to provide comprehensive financial and accounting management to the organisation. This is an exciting opportunity to support a growing organisation which supports critical humanitarian work. The role will suit an ambitious and meticulous finance professional with a proactive and practical approach to their work.

About Us

All Survivors Project (ASP) is an independent, international human rights organisation that supports global efforts to eradicate conflict-related sexual violence. ASP works to strengthen national and international responses, focusing on research and action on conflict-related sexual violence against men and boys. Our vision is that all survivors receive appropriate care, support and justice for the harms done to them.

About the Role

As Senior Finance and Accounting Lead, you will take on a leadership role, working closely with the Executive Director and our small but highly motivated team. The Finance Manager will be the focal point for overall financial management and planning, including budgeting, donor proposal development, cash flow management, donor reporting, audits, and internal capacity building.

• Budgeting – working with the Executive Director to create the annual budget.
• Providing support to Executive Director in preparation for internal and external annual, ad hoc and donor audits.
•  Working closely with the team to ensure that donor finance guidelines, formats and processes are understood by all colleagues at the start of each project and being adhered to throughout the project.
• Donor reporting – building and managing a rolling donor reporting schedule; preparing the financial report within the donor report; compiling full donor reports
• Governance and compliance – providing quarterly financial reports to the Board of Trustees; submitting RTI to HMRC on time
• Payments – reconciling bank accounts and credit cards
• Administering the payroll system and maintaining liaison with pension providers.
• Verifying and processing consultants’ payments ensuring internal policies and donor requirements are respected.

About You

You will be a qualified accountant (CCAB or equivalent) with experience in the NGO sector (and an understanding of donor reporting requirements).

You will have a passion for human rights and be willing and able to work in a small and collaborative team.

What’s on offer

Salary: £56,000 per annum

Hybrid working: 2 days per week in London office (candidates with alternative requirements are encouraged to get in touch to discuss)

How to Apply

Please apply or get in touch with Holly Arrowsmith or Heather Bateman at Ivy Rock Partners for further details.

We will review applications upon receipt and interviews may be conducted at short notice if required by suitable applicants. As such, we encourage applications as soon as possible. Final application deadline will be Monday 17th February. 

Please note that sponsorship can not be provided for this role so applicants must have full working rights to work in the UK.

These unique and rewarding freelance audit opportunities would suit experienced experienced audit professionals that are flexible, love diverse travel experiences, supporting worthwhile causes and inspiring people. AfID is recruiting on behalf of a leading specialist in international NGO grant audit services for development donors such as the UN and the World Bank. Assignments would suit experienced qualified audit professionals with grant audit / management experience, ideally in a not-for-profit/ international development context

Role overview.

Complete international grant expenditure audits for a diverse range of projects (grant recipients) funded by international donor institutions ranging from emergency aid, to long term development in areas such as agriculture, health or infrastructure or technical research. Assignments are 1-3 weeks in length and based across the European mainland and the developing world. These are offered on an assignment by assignment basis, one to two months in advance.

Contractors can be based outside the UK 

Requirements

• Qualified ACA / ACCA or equivalent – 5+ years post qualified experience
• Grant management and audit and reporting experience with international institutions. Preference given to individuals that have worked on UN or EC grant assurance assignments
• Diplomacy and cultural sensitivity while working with a hugely diverse range of clients and beneficiaries
• A real interest in international development and associated funding structures
• Ideally but not essential fluency in a second language such as Spanish, German, French, Arabic & Portugese
• Excellent communication, report writing and presentation skills in English.
• Resilience and adaptability

​ Personal attributes:

• At least 5-10+ years of relevant audit experience
• Ability to work under pressure; Strong planning, organisational and time management skills
• Sound technical and analytical skills, report writing and presentation skills

Passionate about international travel and development and willing to work in international locations. Individual must be prepared to travel to challenging locations when it is deemed safe to do so. Individuals must also be able to demonstrate effective past working practices when working remotely with a range of clients. 

Salary: £27,000 - £30,000 per year based on experience (Pro rata if part-time)

Terms: Permanent. Full-time or part-time with a minimum of 4 days/week (0.8 FTE). 

Location: Remote. We will strongly prefer candidates who can be based in the UK.

Probation: 6 months

Reports to: Director of Finance and Operations

Who We Are

Humanists International is an international non-governmental organisation (NGO) and the global representative body of the humanist movement, uniting a diverse community of non-religious organisations and individuals. Inspired by humanist values, we are optimistic for a world where everyone can have a dignified and fulfilling life. We build, support and represent the global humanist movement and work to champion human rights and secularism.

We campaign on humanist issues. We defend humanists at risk of persecution and violence. We lobby for humanist values at international institutions, including the United Nations. And we work to build the humanist movement around the world. 

Our Members and Associates include humanist, rationalist, secular, ethical culture, atheist and freethought organisations from all over the world. Our community also includes many individual supporters who share our vision and values.

About the Role

Humanists International has another separate entity based in the US. This role will be a part of the UK operations team but will collaborate with the US finance team occasionally when it’s required, for example, during the audit period. Both UK and US finance teams are managed by the same Director of Finance and Operations who is based in London. 

We are looking for a highly motivated individual who can provide excellent finance and administrative support to the small, predominantly home-based team. We’re seeking someone who is personable, highly organised, has attention to detail and is keen to take initiative and learn new skills. Onboarding training will be provided, but we would like you to demonstrate transferable skills. 

You will work on a wide variety of tasks which will include bookkeeping and bank reconciliations, being the first point of contact for the organisation, as well as providing general administrative support to the team. You will be comfortable working both independently and collaboratively across a diverse international team.

This is a full-time or part-time with a minimum of 4 days/week (0.8 FTE), permanent position, which is predominantly home-based but does require the attendance of in-person events such as the General Assembly and Team Building. You will also be expected to attend a number of board-level meetings held on weekends to take meeting minutes - further details are listed in the Key Responsibilities section.

We are open to flexible work arrangements and committed to diversity and inclusion.

Key Responsibilities

• Taking charge of the day-to-day financial activities and office administration of the organisation.

• Ensuring high-accuracy bookkeeping and bank reconciliation are completed to deadlines. 

• Ensuring adequate financial documents are filed on Drive to comply with the audit requirements.

• Preparing invoices and receipts to stakeholders as required.

• Generating month-end Budget vs. Actual Report from accounting software on time, for the Director of Finance and Operations to review. 

• Preparing financial data for quarterly Finance Report in tables for the Director of Finance and Operations to conduct quarterly financial analysis.

• Assisting the Director of Finance and Operations with the preparation of financial data, tables and files for the annual budgeting and UK audit.

• Reviewing and processing expense claims. And ensuring the Expenses Policy is being followed. 

• Preparing and attaching expense receipts to the CEO’s monthly credit card statements.

• Being the first point of contact of the organisation. Managing office inbox, answering office calls and sorting out the letters.

• Attending online board meetings (four times a year on Saturdays) and investment committee meetings (twice a year on weekdays between 5-7pm) to take meeting minutes. Board meetings normally take 3 hours and investment committee meetings take 45 minutes. These meetings are usually planned 6-8 months in advance.  TOILs will be provided when the meeting is held outside your normal working hours.

• Assisting the CEO with board papers and circulating them to board members before board meetings.

• Arranging flights and accommodations for the CEO and board members to attend in-person meetings when required.

• Arranging meetings for the CEO when required.

• Assisting staff and board members with queries on finance or administrative matters.

• Any other appropriate duties.

Essential Skills

• Accounting, finance, or economics qualification.

• A minimum of two years’ experience in bookkeeping and administration roles. 

• Experience using financial software. e.g. Quickbooks, Xero, Sage or equivalent.

• Understanding of the chart of accounts structure, cash/accrual accounting basis.

• Understanding of the expense claim process.

• Experience preparing the budget. (Not necessarily the whole organisation’s budget, but specific section(s), for example, travel costs and fixed-costs related budget lines would be essential.)

• Excellent organisation, time management and multi-tasking skills with the ability to prioritise and plan a busy workload. 

• Self-motivated and able to meet all deadlines.

• Supportive, collaborative and able to build relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.

• Abilities to work independently with initiative.

Desirable Skills

• Understanding of the annual audit process.

• Understanding of the organisation’s annual budgeting process.

• Experience of working in a not-for-profit sector.

• Awareness of charity accounting and restricted funds.

• Submitting Gift Aid Claims.

• Experience using CRM system.

• Experience in remote working.

Staff Benefits

• 30-days annual leave (this is in addition to the UK public holidays). Pro rata if you work part-time. 

• Remote working

• Employee Assistance Programme

• Season ticket loan

• Cycle to Work Scheme

Application Process

Please click on "How to apply" button to download and complete our Employment Application Form for Finance and Admin Officer, and send it to a dedicated email address (which can be found on the last page of the Job Description PDF below) with the subject heading “Job Application for Finance and Admin Officer” no later than 10:00 am  (BST) on 24th February 2025.

Successful shortlisted candidates will be notified by COB 28th February 2025.

Interviews are expected to take place on 4th - 5th March 2025 online.

This opportunity is also listed on our website: https://humanists.international/about/work-with-us/

Vacancy Announcement : Partnerships & Membership Officer 

Title: Partnerships & Membership Officer 

Contract Type: Employee, full-time 

Contract Duration: Permanent 

Reporting to: Partnerships & Business Development Manager  

Start Date: 19 May 2025 

Location: London – with a combination of home-based and office work

Application Deadline:  21st February 2025 

• Do you have a passion for global health and development, improving the lives of people everywhere, and holding governments accountable for their commitments? 

• Would you like to be part of a dynamic and impactful global NGO seeking to ensure people everywhere can enjoy a life free from preventable suffering and death due to noncommunicable diseases like cancer, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, lung disease and mental health conditions? 

About the NCD Alliance 

The NCD Alliance (NCDA) is a non-governmental organisation (NGO) based in Geneva, Switzerland, dedicated to supporting a world free from preventable suffering, disability and death caused by noncommunicable diseases (NCDs). Founded in 2009, NCDA brings together a unique network of over 400 members in more than 80 countries into a respected, united and credible global civil society movement. As a respected and united global civil society movement, NCDA also convenes a global network of national and regional NCD alliances in over 65 countries that unite the key NCD civil society organisations to drive forward advocacy on priority NCD issues, in particular with governments. As an alliance, we unite and combine the efforts of our global founding federations, members and partners on issues which together we can achieve more than any individual organisation can alone. The movement is unified by the cross-cutting nature of common risk factors including unhealthy diets, harmful use of alcohol, tobacco use, air pollution and physical inactivity, and systems challenges which contribute to chronic NCDs such as cancer, cardiovascular disease, chronic lung disease, diabetes, mental health conditions and neurological disorders. 

Over the last decade, NCDA has built a reputation as a global leader in NCD advocacy and policy with a track record in delivering results and grounding global advocacy in the reality of the local experience. Building on its technical knowledge on key NCD policy issues and its global network of experts to draw from, NCDA has also developed a unique expertise in supporting national advocacy via its flagship capacity development programmes. 

As a global alliance and membership-based organisation with a mission to unite and strengthen civil society to stimulate action on NCDs, engagement, coalition-building and partnerships have always been in the DNA of NCDA’s approach and work. NCDA’s vision, mission and organisational structure have strategically positioned the organisation to engage with a wide range of organisations which share its goals. NCDA partners with 28 organisations that span multilateral agencies, governments, academia, foundations, and relevant private sector entities to further its ability to support the NCD community and drive impact on a global scale. As members of NCDA’s Supporters Group, NCDA partners have access to a range of benefits, including opportunities for coordination and engagement on global NCD issues and implementation strategies.

Job description 

We are looking for a Partnerships & Membership Officer to join our dynamic team of 25 staff located across 3 offices (Geneva, London, and New York). The Partnerships and Membership team encompasses 4 staff members, and the Officer will report to NCDA’s Partnerships and Business Development Manager. 

The Partnerships and Membership Officer will support the strategic growth of NCDA’s partnerships and membership in line with NCDA’s new strategy 2021-2026. The role will be responsible for supporting NCDA’s strategic engagement with members and partner NGOs by overseeing the delivery of related work plans and activities, supporting NCDA’s membership outreach strategies and delivery, reporting and M&E processes and business development. 

This is an excellent opportunity for candidates passionate about global health and multisectoral action to work for a respected civil society organisation and engage with a range of stakeholders such as corporates, foundations, development agencies and NGOs. 

Main duties and responsibilities 

The main responsibilities for the role are: 

• Contribute to NCDA’s partnership and membership growth, by supporting annual plans and activities. 

• Supports strategic engagement with NCDA’s existing partners and members by providing prospect research and due diligence, tracking of relevant data and information on CRM systems. 

• Manages and liaises with partners to deliver bilateral plans and activities, maintaining constructive relationships and proactively seeking partnership alignment. 

• Supports partners and members reporting, monitoring and evaluation efforts, ensuring documents are prepared and submitted on time, including NCDA Supporters Events and Publications Calendar, Membership Bulletin, and Communications promotional plans and products. 

• Supports Membership administrative and project management activities in consultation with the Membership team as appropriate. 

• Assists in the planning and delivery of relevant partners events in line with NCDA’s new strategy. 

• Coordinates the delivery of communications activities and products, including the Global Week for Action on NCDs campaign. 

• Schedules and coordinates team meetings, prepares agendas, and captures notes as appropriate. 

• Collaborates across the NCDA team (particularly working with Communications, Policy and Advocacy, and Capacity Development) to implement NCDA’s partnership and membership strategy to ensure compliance, in consultation with supervisor as appropriate. 

• Conducts prospect research and due diligence on prospective supporters, utilizing NCDA’s due diligence and Conflict of Interest policies 

Skills and competencies 
 

Essential: 
 

• Relevant bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 2 years of experience working in a related field, ideally in an NGO or membership organisation. 

• 1 year of membership or partnership experience, relevant administrative or professional work experience including one year of project management. 

• Highly organised and detail-oriented, with ability to multi-task and prioritize competing demands to meet team’s deadlines and objectives. 

• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a multicultural environment and liaise with a diverse array of collaborators, consultants, and stakeholders from across the globe. 

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written; strong cross-cultural communication and sensitivity skills.

• Demonstrated experience following standard policies and procedures, receiving general instruction and supervision, and contributing to deliverables and initiatives. 

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in an international team environment. 

• Strong knowledge of MS Office applications and virtual meeting platforms (Zoom, Microsoft Teams). 

• Fluent in English (spoken and written). 
 

Desirable: 
 

• Experience of fundraising and/or donor or partner relations 

• Knowledge of NCDs and global health or quick learner and interest in NCDs and global health 

• Familiarity with CRMs systems 

• Fluency in other languages

 

Diversity and inclusion are a priority at the NCD Alliance. We are committed to cultivating a fair and healthy environment, where everyone can be themselves and thrive. We are happy to discuss flexible working options for all roles. We work to ensure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible to everyone. 

NCDA values 

Our work is underpinned by values which align with well-established principles of global health and sustainable development: 

• People-centred 

• Collaboration 

• Equity, diversity and inclusion 

• Accountability 

• Independence 

• Excellence and results driven 

Closing date for applications: 21st February 2025 

We regret that we are only able to contact shortlisted candidates.  Applications received after the deadline will not be reviewed. 

Global Director of Development (Parental Leave Cover) (0852)

• Salary:- London £89,750 per annum / Brussels €7.977,53 per month

• Location:- Brussels or London

• Contract Type:- Fixed Term (10 months)

• Hours:- Full Time

• Closing Date:- 6 February 2025

• First Interview Dates:- W/C 12th February 2025

About the role

Are you passionate about putting your global strategic development and fundraising skills and make a difference for the planet? Join ClientEarth, a leading environmental law charity, as our Global Director of Development (Parental Leave Cover). This excellent opportunity places you at the heart of our mission, leading ClientEarth's global fundraising team who are responsible for growth in income.

Global Director of Development (Parental Leave Cover)

This position will play a pivotal role in ensuring ClientEarth's ability to continue driving its mission of environmental protection and policy advocacy. By securing both restricted and unrestricted funding, the Director of Development will directly contribute to the organization’s capacity to expand its initiatives, advance its legal and policy work, and maintain long-term financial sustainability.

Meet your Manager

In this role you will be line managed by our CEO, Laura Clarke. Laura joined ClientEarth in September 2022, after two decades in public policy, and in diplomatic roles across Africa, Asia and Europe.  Prior to joining ClientEarth Laura was British High Commissioner to New Zealand, and Governor of the Pitcairn Islands, from 2018 – 2022.

Main Duties

• Collaborate with the CEO, Associate Director of Development, and income heads to oversee the implementation the implement the Global Fundraising Strategy
• Collaborate with the Associate Director and Heads of Development to implement donor cultivation and retention plans
• With the CEO, the postholder will develop appropriate annual income targets in line with our Global Fundraising Strategy and in consultation with the Associate Director and all heads of income

Role requirements

• Extensive and proven senior experience in fundraising for a charity, NGO, or private/public entity
• Proven experience managing international teams of 10+ staff members across multiple borders

Note to candidates: We know that long lists of criteria can be daunting and that some candidates will not apply for a role unless they feel they are 100% qualified. If you feel you meet at least some of the essential criteria, we still encourage you to apply.

Further Information

Have a question about this job? Please visit our Careers site for advice on applying, FAQs, and more.

Flexible working:  We are proud to be a Flexa accredited Employer. Visit our Flexa Employer page for more information on our approach to flexible working. Our flexible working policy allows our people the choice to decide to work from home/another location in the country where their contract of employment is issued for 80% of their month, with the other 20% of their month being office-based  See our Benefits page for more.

ClientEarth values diversity and inclusion and the benefits this brings. We aim to appoint the most suitable candidate at all times and welcome applications from people from all different backgrounds. 

Please note that ClientEarth is only able to employ those who have the pre-existing legal right to work in the United Kingdom and Belgium. 

ClientEarth is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice or legal services to third parties.