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The Nuffield Foundation is recruiting an Executive Coordinator to work closely with and support our Chief Executive, Leadership Team, Trustees and other members of our governance committees.
The Nuffield Foundation’s purpose is to advance social well-being and across all our activities we aim to open up opportunities and to improve lives for individuals, families and communities within a just and inclusive society. Our work addresses the inequalities, disadvantage, discrimination and vulnerabilities people face in education, justice and welfare, and considers the social and ethical implications of science and digital technologies.
The Executive Coordinator will provide administrative support to the Foundation’s CEO and its Leadership Team. It also liaises with the Foundation’s Trustees and other Board and Committee members to ensure the effective operations of the organisation.
The successful candidate will be a self-starter with a strong work ethic, and excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to collaborate with a broad range of colleagues and use tact and diplomacy when required. They will also have excellent verbal and written communication skills (including the ability to correspond on behalf of the CEO, draft short papers and take minutes of meetings).
It is also essential for someone to have highly developed organisation and administrative skills, with the ability to use systems and processes to effectively prioritise, project manage and ensure the effective operations of the Foundation's leadership and governance teams.
For further information about the role (including the full job description), please click through to the listing on our website.
About us
The Nuffield Foundation is an independent charitable trust with a mission to advance educational opportunity and social well-being.
We fund research that informs social policy, primarily in Education, Welfare and Justice. We also provide opportunities for young people to develop skills and confidence in science and research.
We are the founder and co-funder of Nuffield Council on Bioethics, Nuffield Family Justice Observatory and the Ada Lovelace Institute.
Further information and how to apply
The closing date for applications is 09:30am (BST) on Wednesday 23rd April 2025, with telephone interviews expected to take place 6th/7th May 2025 and in-person interviews then taking place on 20th May 2025.
We are committed to inclusive working practices and during the application process we commit to:
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As a Disability Confident employer, we will offer an interview to a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the essential criteria for the job.
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making any reasonable adjustments – for example providing documents in different formats, arranging for a sign language interpreter for interviews etc
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paying for travel costs (and any childcare or care costs) for interviews where in-person attendance is required
Our benefits package includes:
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Consideration of requests for part time and/or flexible working (eg compressed hours arrangements, job sharing etc)
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28 days holiday per annum and all public holidays (with the option to buy or sell up to 5 days).
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A salary exchange pension scheme that offers employer contributions of up to 11%.
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Life assurance scheme.
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Family leave policies that provide an enhanced level of pay.
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Cycle to work scheme and loans towards season tickets.
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Frequent opportunities for learning and development (including options for coaching and mentoring, and reading weeks)
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Support with your physical, mental and financial wellbeing including an employee assistance provider, a private GP service, personal health reviews with Bupa, a will and funeral planning service and a staff network of trained Mental Health First Aiders.
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Staff peer groups and social networks.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Chair of Trustees
Inspire Change. Lead with Purpose.
Oxford | Voluntary Role (Expenses Reimbursed), fully remote, 3 meetings a year in Oxford.
Commitment Approx. 1–2 days per month, including Board meetings and strategic engagement.
About the Organisation
A respected counselling charity dedicated to supporting adults in distress. Committed to providing accessible, high-quality mental health support to those in need, regardless of financial circumstances.
The Opportunity
We are looking for an experienced leader to take on the role of Chair of Trustees. This is an opportunity to make a lasting impact, guiding the Board, partnering with the CEO, and driving the charity’s strategic vision.
Key Responsibilities
• Provide leadership to the Board, ensuring strong governance and strategic oversight.
• Support and challenge the CEO, ensuring sustainability and service excellence.
• Drive inclusion, innovation, and ethical decision-making.
• Chair engaging and productive Board meetings (six per year).
• Act as an ambassador, helping expand the charity’s network and reach.
Who We’re Looking For
We’re seeking a values-driven leader with a strong strategic mindset.
Essential:
• Experience in governance, leadership, or a trustee role.
• Strong understanding of charity governance and board dynamics.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and leadership skills.
• Passion for ethical, inclusive leadership.
Desirable:
• Background in mental health, counselling, or social care.
• Knowledge of Oxford’s charitable and community sector.
• Fundraising or financial expertise.
What’s in It for You?
• A rewarding leadership role in a respected organisation.
• The chance to shape strategy and long-term impact.
• Work with a passionate team dedicated to mental health support.
If you’re ready to lead meaningful change, please apply online today, I would love to hear from you.
Executive Assistant – International Director
I am excited to be working with an amazing London based charity in search of a temporary Executive Assistant, this is a full time, London based hybrid role (2-days a week in office) for an initial three months. We are seeking a proactive and highly organized Executive Assistant to support the International Director (ID) and Senior Leadership Team. This role requires exceptional project management, administrative, and communication skills, as well as the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
• Act as the first point of contact for the International Director, managing communications and priorities.
• Provide comprehensive administrative support, including diary and email management, travel arrangements, and event coordination.
• Support leadership meetings by organising, minuting, and ensuring follow-ups.
• Conduct research, draft presentations and reports, and assist with communications.
• Manage internal systems and maintain efficient scheduling aligned with governance cycles.
• Liaise with senior internal and external stakeholders to ensure smooth operations.
• Oversee budget management and project-related finances as required.
About You
Essential:
• Degree or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience in executive support at a senior level, ideally within the charity sector.
• Strong writing, organisational, and prioritisation skills, with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage complex diaries, travel, and logistics efficiently.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including discretion and professionalism.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and financial record-keeping.
Desirable:
• Knowledge of the international development or humanitarian sector.
• Experience in governance, internal communications, or project management.
If you have the above skills and experience and are immediately available, please apply online today, I would love to have a conversation with you!
Sister Circle are looking for a Finance Manager to join their team. Effective financial management is essential for our long-term sustainability and our capacity to support underserved women in our communities.
As our Finance Manager, you will be meticulous with managing the financial operations of our charity; meeting deadlines, ensuring charity governance compliance, and supporting the senior management team with monthly budgeting and forecasting requirements. You will play a lead role (with the Chief Executive) within our Finance and Governance sub committee as well as preparing reports for the Treasurer and Board of Trustees. You will manage one part-time member of the team (up to 2 days per week) who supports the day-to-day Financial and IT administration.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Leading the process of creating the annual budget, strategic three-to-five-year forecasts, monthly/quarterly management accounts and preparation of budgets for funding bids and reporting
- Prepare and lead the annual audit process, including required governance with relevant bodies.
- Supporting budget holder colleagues to manage individual project finances.
- Preparing management accounts/finance reports to provide staff, Treasurer and trustees with the financial information they need for good decision making and planning future work
About Sister Circle
Sister Circle are a women-led charity based in London, we work with women from diverse backgrounds, living with complex situations and who at highest risk of poor healthcare.Whatever a woman’s circumstances, we walk alongside her as an individual, building trusting relationships that enable women to thrive mentally, physically and socially. Our support programmes are: Maternity Mates (pregnancy, birth, labour and postnatally), Healing Conversations (Trauma counselling, peer support for baby loss) and Her Health (one-to-one advocacy during gyneacological journeys).
Application Instructions
We would like you to complete and submit the following:
• CV (Max 2 pages)
• A Covering Letter letting us know why you would like to work with us and in this role, how your work and experience meet the essential and desirable requirements for this role.
Applications without a covering letter and received after the deadline will not be considered.
Closing date: Friday 14th April 2025 at midday.
This post is open to female applicants only as this is deemed a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) for this role under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We're Hiring! Join Brent Food Bank and Make a Difference!
Brent Food Bank is on a mission to prevent and relieve poverty in our community, offering emergency food assistance with dignity and respect. As we celebrate our first year as an independent charity under the Trussell Trust umbrella, we’re looking for a dynamic leader to drive our next stage of growth!
The Role:
We need a passionate and experienced leader to take the helm, managing our operations team (3 paid staff 60+ amazing volunteers), and helping us build a stronger, more impactful food bank.
The foodbank manager reports dirctly to thair of trustees.
✅ What We’re Looking For:
- Strong leadership skills with a track record of success
- Excellent communication & organisational abilities
- Experience in financial control, fundraising, and business development
- A collaborative, accountable, and improvement-focused mindset
At Brent Food Bank, we’re committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion—welcoming applicants from all backgrounds.
Want to be part of something bigger? Apply today and help us break the cycle of poverty and reduce social isolation in Brent!
You will play a crucial role in supporting the smooth and effective operation of the Medical Research Foundation’s Board and committees. Working closely with senior leaders and Board members you will ensure that the governance processes run seamlessly and efficiently.
In this role, you will contribute to the delivery of a first-class governance service to the Board of Trustees and its supporting committees, ensuring the smooth and effective operation of the Medical Research Foundation’s governance processes. This includes coordinating Board and committee meetings, preparing agendas and documentation.
You will be adept at diary management and have the ability to manage multiple priorities.
You will have experience of:
- providing diary management support
- committee secretarial duties
- providing customer service
You will be able to:
- communicate confidently in writing and verbally with colleagues and senior stakeholders
- demonstrate strong organisational skills including the management of multiple activities
- demonstrate high level customer service skills
- deliver on time and to a high standard with excellent attention to detail
- demonstrate a high level of IT skill that can be used to deliver day-to-day work and to improve business processes
About the Medical Research Foundation
Our vision is a world where medical research improves health for everyone.
There are still many health conditions which impose a heavy burden on millions of people, in the UK and around the world. History has shown us, time and again, that the best way to achieve better human health is through medical research. We know that by investing now, we will see life-saving advances in the future and improvements in health for everyone.
Salary and working arrangements
The salary for this position is £30,000.00 - £34,000.00 (pro-rata for part time hours). Ideally this will be a part time post at 21.6 hours per week however we are open and flexible to a full time working arrangement.
We value spending time working in-person to develop strong connections with each other and with our mission, so you will be based at our central London office for a minimum of two days a week (for part time employees) and a minimum of three days per week (for full time employees) with the option to work remotely for the remainder of the week.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job Title - Office Administrator
Contract - Permanent
Hours - 35 hours per week
Salary - £25,207- £27,000 per annum, depending on experience
Location - Coram Campus, London
About Coram
Coram is committed to improving the lives of the UK’s most vulnerable children and young people.
We support children and young people from birth to independence, creating a change that lasts a lifetime.
Coram is the UK’s oldest children’s charity founded by Thomas Coram in London helping vulnerable children and young people since 1739. Today, the Coram group helps more than one million children, young people, families and professionals every year by providing access to the skills and opportunities they need to thrive.
Coram Children’s Legal Centre (CCLC) is the UK’s specialist centre for children’s rights championing access to justice through information and advice, legal practice and representation, policy and strategic litigation. Our Legal Practice Unit provides advice and representation in child and family law, education law, community care law and asylum and immigration law. Our Migrant Children’s Project delivers outreach advice, second tier advice, policy and research work.
Part of Coram’s growing Children’s Rights Centre, CCLC is co-located with Coram Voice, the specialist provider of advocacy services for young people in and leaving the care system, in the new Queen Elizabeth II Centre at the heart of our historic campus in Bloomsbury.
About the role
We are looking for a motivated, enthusiastic, multi-skilled administrator to assist our busy teams in London.
The Legal Administrator will provide a range of essential office-based administrative support for the Legal Practice Unit and Migrant Children’s Project, the majority of whom are currently working in a hybrid pattern. The priorities will be general administrative support: processing incoming and outgoing post, opening and closing files for clients; assistance with preparing court bundles; assistance with CCLC’s reception telephone line; communicating with internal and external departments; and assisting with any other legal or administrative tasks which may arise in order to fully support the team may also be required.
This is a great opportunity for an excellent administrator looking for a role in the charity sector and the prospect of developing a career in operations and business support.
The role would suit an organised and efficient individual with strong IT skills. Whilst full training will be provided and support and supervision will be available, the successful candidate will need to demonstrate the ability to work independently and show initiative and problem solving skills.
To apply for this role, please click on the 'apply now' button below to complete the application.
Closing date: 9am Tuesday 22nd April 2025. (We reserve the right to extend this deadline or close applications early if necessary)
Interview date: Week commencing 28th April 2025. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to take part in a short written test before interview.
Coram is an equal opportunities employer and we believe a diverse workforce enables us to improve the services to the children and families we help. We are genuinely committed to encouraging candidates from all sections of the community we seek to support. This includes those from global majority ethnic backgrounds, those that identify as LGBQT+, those with disabilities, those with lived experience of care, those with neuro-diversity, and those from other groups who are underrepresented at Coram.
If applicants feel comfortable, we would encourage them to draw on lived experience as well as professional experience in their personal statement as part of their application.
We are committed to the safeguarding of children and where appropriate will require the successful applicant to undertake a check from the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Registered Charity No. 312278.
Coram changes lives, laws and systems to create better chances for children, now and forever.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Who we are:
Muslim Aid is a UK faith-based international development organisation that provides support to communities around the world affected by disasters, conflict, or endemic poverty without regard to their social, religious, or ethnic background.
Established in 1985, Muslim Aid has facilitated the engagement of the British Muslim and non-Muslim community in support of its work in a variety of ways. Over the years, its humanitarian work has included responses to major crises around the world including, famine in East Africa, earthquakes and flooding in Pakistan and Bangladesh as well as conflicts in Syria and Yemen.
We place strong emphasis on long-term development projects that build the capacity of local people to help themselves. In addition to the 5 country offices worldwide we also work with multiple partner offices focusing on sustainable Development Programmes and providing humanitarian relief during times of crisis.
Summary of the role:
The Country Director will provide dynamic leadership and management to develop and deliver Muslim Aid ‘s strategy in Bangladesh, with a focus on leading and building a high-performing, diverse team and developing strong relationships with external stakeholders that are critical to the organisation’s growth and reputation in the country.
Interested candidates must be located in Bangladesh.
About the Role:
- Ensure the country office’s strategy is responding to the country’s critical development and humanitarian needs, and is also aligned to Muslim Aid’s global strategy, mission and values.
- Enhance Muslim Aid’s reputation and brand through maintaining positive relationships with other stakeholders, including government, donors, UN bodies, other INGOs, and local NGOs.
- Identify areas for capacity building with partners such as, organisational management, gender mainstreaming, human resource management, financial management, governance, etc.
- Proactively seek new opportunities for funding of projects through in-country and external relationship building with stakeholders including the bilateral and multilateral development partners and the submission of self-sustainable programme initiatives.
- Ensure that effective and secure budgetary control of the country’s finances and expenditures are established and maintained, in line with Muslim Aid’s financial policy and procedures.
- Ensure there is an adequate analysis of the risks which could impact on Muslim Aid’s operations in Bangladesh and evaluate the risk appetite of the Bangladesh Country Office.
About You:
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- Relevant Masters level qualification or similar academic achievement, and ideally with an academic focus on international development and/or a related certificate in
- Previous experience working in a Country Director or Regional Director role or other senior level leadership/management position in an INGO environment.
- Experience of working with organisations in developing countries, ideally in South and Southeast Asia.
- Experience of multiple donor grant management and reporting to major donors.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills and ability to liaise effectively with people at various levels.
- Strong and well-developed analytical skills coupled with experience of writing quality proposals and reports.
Why you should apply:
Join Muslim Aid as the Country Director Bangladesh and be part of a key role in driving our mission forward. Lead our strategy in Bangladesh, manage a high-performing team, and build strong external relationships to support the organisation’s growth and reputation. If you're a strategic leader with a passion for making a difference, apply now to help transform lives and empower communities.
How to apply:
To apply please submit your cover letter (no more than 1 page) and CV.
The overall responsibility of the People and Culture Administrator role is to support the smooth running of the Foundation’s People & Culture function. The role is responsible for the administration support to the People & Culture business area, specifically the business partnering team.
The People & Culture Administrator will play a key role in handling people processes, employee records and provide general HR support, ensuring compliance with policies and procedures. The role will work collaboratively with the Talent Co-ordinator and People Operations Analyst to ensure the full spectrum of the People & Culture directorate is functioning effectively and efficiently.
Key Responsibilities
People/HR Administration
- Maintain and update employee records and HR databases, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
- Liaise with the People Business Partners to prepare HR documents, such as contracts, carry out suitable checks (such as OH and DBS) and take up references.
- Assist with People Operations Analyst with reporting, including tracking key metrics such as absence, turnover, and compliance.
- Support the administration of People policies, procedures, and processes.
- Handle general People/HR queries from employees, utilising suitable technology to track, escalate and close off queries.
- Produce and send HR related letters and correspondence as required.
- Develop and oversee an adequate, effective, and efficient electronic filing system for storing employee information
- Support the People Business Partners in managing individual review cycles, sending reminders to managers when reviews are due and signposting staff and Line Managers to further support and guidance.
- Working with the People Business Partners, collectively manage the 360 feedback surveys for end of year reviews.
- Ensure reviews are completed on time and closed off on the relevant HR Information systems.
- Work with the CPO, Head of People & Culture and Internal Communications Manager to develop People related content, for dissemination via Staff Gatherings, Foundation Hub, staff emails and system alerts.
- Publish and maintain content on the Foundation intranet.
Payroll & Benefits Administration
- Assist the People Operations Analyst with payroll processing, ensuring timely and accurate submission of employee data.
- Maintain records for employee benefits such as pensions, health insurance, and other schemes.
- Support the administration of annual leave and absence tracking.
Employee Relations & Compliance
- Ensure compliance with employment laws, company policies, and GDPR regulations.
- Assist in handling employee relations matters by supporting documentation and meetings.
- Maintain and update People policies and procedures as required.
- Support HR projects, including assisting the People Operations Analyst in delivering employee engagement initiatives etc.
These responsibilities are not exhaustive, and the Foundation reserves the right to assign other duties commensurate with the role as required.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Skills & Abilities
- Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong IT skills, including experience with HR systems and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams and SharePoint).
- Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
- Problem-solving mindset with a proactive approach to challenges.
- Commitment to and alignment with the Foundation’s values: Enterprising, Collaborative, Delivery-Minded, Inclusive
Knowledge & Experience
- Previous experience in an HR administration role is essential.
- Understanding of HR processes, employment law, and best practices.
- Experience using HR software/HRIS.
- Experience in payroll or benefits administration is desirable but not essential.
- Desirable - CIPD Level 3 qualification (or working towards), business administration qualification or qualified by experience.
(Please note interviews for this role will take place on Thursday 24th and Friday 25th April)
Benefits
- Up to 12% employer pension contributions
- Annual personal development budget
- Annual health and wellbeing personal allowance
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, and parental leave pay accessible without length of service requirements.
- Health and wellbeing programme that offers optional free yearly health check-ups.
- Support for healthy eating via fruit bowls and onsite lunch facilities.
- Agile working, flexible hours, and supportive IT kit.
- Shower facilities and bike lock area.
- Generous annual leave (27 days + bank holidays)
- Subsidies for glasses
- Employee Assistance Programme
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you passionate about supporting a growing team within a vibrant, creative environment? Harris Hill are seeking an HR & Office Manager to join a dynamic arts and community-focused charity, dedicated to fostering creativity, inclusivity, and accessibility across multiple venues in London. This is a full-time position for 32 hours a week, spread over 4 days.
In this pivotal role, you will oversee the day-to-day HR and office systems, supporting a diverse and expanding team of 50+ staff. Your primary responsibility will be to ensure the smooth running of HR processes, from onboarding and offboarding to maintaining accurate staff records and managing workplace issues. You will be the go-to person for HR queries and provide key support to line managers, ensuring consistent and fair implementation of policies.
Additionally, you will manage internal office systems, streamline workflows, and enhance communication tools to support the growing organisation. Your role will ensure that the organisation’s internal operations remain transparent, efficient, and scalable, keeping the infrastructure aligned with their values of care and respect. You will also be involved in staff wellbeing initiatives, team-building activities, and fostering a positive organisational culture.
The ideal candidate will have proven experience in HR coordination and office management, a solid understanding of UK employment law, and excellent organisational and communication skills. You should be comfortable managing multiple tasks and improving internal processes, with a strong commitment to fairness, accessibility, and care in the workplace. Experience in the arts, charity, or not-for-profit sectors is a plus, along with familiarity with HR software and project management tools.
If you're looking for an opportunity to make a real impact in a growing arts and community organisation, we want to hear from you. To apply, pease submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your experience and motivation.
Please note, only successful applicants will be contacted with further information.
As a leading charity recruitment specialist and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality, or other protected characteristics.
This is a full time permanent role which will be primarily office based.
The starting salary is £39,000 - £42,000 depending on experience.
The Role:
As an IT Service Local Delivery Analyst you'll be providing local IT systems support, training and advice to SNG colleagues and will be responsible for the development, maintenance and operation of the organisation's devices, infrastructure and applications.
You'll ensure that our IT support tickets are resolved as efficiently and effectively as possible. Working within operating & service level agreements (SLA) and utilise service desk tools (ITSM system, knowledge system, monitoring etc) to ensure all interactions are accurately logged, prioritised, categorised and resolved.
This role will provide support for end user computing across all SNG locations. Acting as an escalation point for the central IT service delivery team as well as providing local hands-on support for the wider CIO teams.
Due to the travel involved you will need to hold a full and valid UK Driving Licence and have your own vehicle.
What we need from you:
As an IT Service Local Delivery Analyst you'll need to have a high level of customer focus and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, contractors and partnering agencies.
You will need experience of working on an IT Service Desk or in a Technical team and be able to communicate with our customers in person, by telephone, webchat email or digital assistant.
A Service Desk/Customer Service oriented certificate such as ITIL v3 or v4 Practitioner would be an advantage.
We are looking for:
- Experience of troubleshooting and demonstrable problem-solving techniques.
- A sound understanding of hardware knowledge, especially with PCs, printers and other standard desktop/peripheral equipment and AV equipment.
- Ability to be office based and travel between SNG sites as needed
- Confident and enthusiastic approach in delivering basic user training to ensure end users make the best use of our AV services.
- The ability to work as part of a team and the self-motivation to work without direct supervision in remote locations.
What we can offer you:
As a member of the IT Service Team you'll be part of a friendly, active and dynamic working environment.
We invest in our people, and you will be able to develop your skills and be part of something that makes a real difference to people's lives. This role can give you the opportunity for a career within a successful and diverse organisation.
Some of our benefits include:
• £450 yearly flexible benefit pot to use against benefits of your choice
• Flexible working
• 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays (with an extra day every year up to 30 days)
• A chance to buy or sell holiday as part of our flexible benefits package
• A generous pension scheme matching up to 12%
• Life cover as soon as you join us
• You will be a part of our Recognition scheme
• A range of wellbeing discounts including Gym Memberships
About us:
It's an exciting time to be a part of the team as Sovereign have joined forces with Network Homes to form SNG (Sovereign Network Group). Together we provide over 84,000 homes and invest in communities across London and the South of England. Our purpose is to provide good affordable homes in thriving communities that people love for generations.
We invest for the long term, in individual homes, our customers and work with partners to make a lasting difference to our neighbourhoods. Sovereign Network Group's financial strength enables us to meet housing needs, regenerate places and build on the existing strengths in our communities.
We are committed to our Equality Diversity and Inclusion strategy and believe that you can truly be yourself at SNG. Take a look at our careers site to learn.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This is a new and strategically important position in a growing team. Our advocacy - the use of information and evidence to drive change in policy, practices and attitudes - and the effective engagement of target audiences to stimulate action, is at the core of our success in forging a fairer water future.
As a senior member of the Public and Political Engagement team, the Advocacy and Engagement Manager will work closely with our Research and Operations teams, and partners across Africa, Asia and South America. They will engage with decision makers in government, business, financial institutions, multi-lateral and network organisations, local and international NGOs, and the media, to advance evidence-based solutions to the conjoined global crises of water, climate, nature and inequality.
In particular, they will play a key role in our Fair Water Footprints Campaign and the wider delivery of the Glasgow Declaration for Fair Water Footprints. With new funding from the UK Government’s Just Transitions for Water Security Programme, these game changing initiatives seek to end the abuse of water in our supply chains, and to establish responsible water stewardship as the global business norm by 2030 so that trade and business accelerate, rather than undermine, shared water security. This will be achieved through mobilising the power of scientific evidence and citizen voices to trigger change in government policies, corporate practices, financial disclosure, and political and public expectations. The choreography and delivery of this change will be a core focus of the successful candidate’s work.
This role will involve travel within the UK and internationally, including in Africa and South America, and would suit an exceptional communicator who is fluent in the technical and policy aspects of water and climate justice, and who has several years of demonstrable experience in using advocacy, communications, and stakeholder engagement to drive change. If you’re a team player that shares our passion for our mission, with proven political nous, and the ability to translate complex evidence into the right asks to the right people at the right time to secure systemic change, then please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
WE’RE WORKING TO ENSURE EVERYONE, EVERYWHERE HAS ACCESS TO THE WATER THEY NEED.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Governance Officer
Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to work for an organisation that makes a difference? An organisation that nurtures its staff, encourages development and rewards staff for their hard work. If the answer is yes, then this is the role for you!
Position: Governance Officer
Location: Oxford/hybrid
Hours: Part-time 30 hours per week
Salary: £28,713.20 to £30,921.84 per annum (FTE £35,412.95 to £38,136.93)
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: Monday 21st April 2025 at midnight. Interviews will take place in Oxford on Wednesday 30th April 2025
The Role
We are looking for a proactive, committed and skilled Governance Officer to join the team.
In this role you will provide a comprehensive, high quality secretariat service, particularly to the Bishop’s Council, which acts as the Board of Directors of the Diocesan Board of Finance (income £30M, assets £520m, over 100 staff) and oversees a wide range of activity.
The Diocese is one of the largest in the Church of England covering the three counties of Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, and Oxfordshire with a thousand parishes, church schools and chaplaincies. It is active in environmental action, addressing poverty and inequality, supporting children and youth work and much, much more.
You will ensure that meetings are scheduled and organised, agendas created, minutes recorded, and action lists monitored; elections organised and appointments made; governance advice given; relevant policies are in place and statutory registers are maintained. You will have the opportunity to be in the room when most of the organisation’s key decisions are taken. You will be required to work occasional evenings (1 each in May and December) and Saturdays (1 each in March, June and November), with time off in lieu.
About You
You do not need to be a practising Christian or have a faith to work here - around 50% of our staff are not practising Christians but are comfortable with the Christian ethos that underpins this work. However, all staff do have a desire to make a difference.
To be successful in this role you will be an initiative-taker with strong administrative, governance support and minute-taking experience and ideally have previously worked with senior stakeholders. You will have strong verbal and written communication skills, accuracy, and diligence, especially in written work and be highly organised. You will also be flexible and adaptable to changing work demands.
Benefits and rewards include:
• 25 days holiday per annum, pro rata, rising each year by one day to a maximum of 30 days
• In addition to the statutory UK public holidays, the Diocese offers three privilege days
• Hybrid working
• Free parking and subsidised on-site café
• Generous employer pension contribution of 12.5% which includes death in service benefit (5% Employee Contribution)
• Electric car and cycle-to-work salary sacrifice schemes
• Access to wellbeing support via Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including flexible working arrangements and a generous sick pay provision
• Access to low-interest financial services from Churches Mutual Credit Union including loans
• An attractive modern working environment
The Organisation
The Diocese is the administrative area of the Church, broadly speaking, covers the three counties of Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, and Oxfordshire. There are 815 churches in the Diocese – more than any other diocese in the Church of England. So, in many ways the best description is that it is the family of the 55,000 or so regular worshippers in these churches.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. If you do not hear from us, your application has not been successful.
We want our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion for all to be reflected in the composition of staff. We are particularly keen to receive applications from candidates from communities currently underrepresented in the diocese.
You may also have experience in areas such as Governance Officer, Governance Administrator, Governance Coordinator, Governance Support, Governance Assistant, Secretary, PA, EA, Operations Officer, Operations Assistant, Operations Governance. #INDNFP
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
The Landscape Institute are looking to recruit a Branch & Membership Engagement Officer.
Reporting directly to the Membership Services Manager the key focus of this exciting new role will be to support and deliver the LI’s engagement with our members. The role’s main objective is to maintain our members’ positive experience they get form the LI and make sure they are getting all that they can out of the LI’s products and services, whichever their grade of membership.
You will support and develop our regional Branches and help maintain mutually supportive links between their engagement activities and the Institute. The postholder will be the key point of contact for our volunteers, as well as help with the membership operations delivery.
This is a truly diverse role that requires strong communications and relationship skills. If you have the skills, energy, and passion to join us on this exciting journey we would love to hear from you.
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We're the UK's specialist blood cancer charity and our vision is clear: we’re here to beat blood cancer. We fund world-class research; provide information and support to patients and their loved ones; and raise awareness of blood cancer.
We have an ambitious aim for our services to reach everyone with blood cancer, regardless of circumstances, and support them to find the confidence and knowledge they need to be able to navigate their cancer to give them the best possible chance of surviving blood cancer.
We’re looking for an experienced leader in the health information and support field who will match and push us beyond our ambitions, driving service delivery teams to maximise our digital and offline product development, one-to-one specialist service delivery, and community peer support to ensure we can provide the most valuable services to all those who need it, when they need it most.
Expected travel for this role is approximately 2-4 visits to our London Office per month.
Our culture and benefits package are award winning, and our staff survey tells us that we’re a great place to work.
We are committed to actively promoting equality, diversity, and inclusivity. In line with our strategy we welcome approaches from individuals from underrepresented groups, including minority communities, and applicants with a disability, to better reflect the community we serve and help broaden our perspectives.
We welcome applications from applicants that wish to work part time, minimum of 28 hours per week. Please state this in your cover letter before submitting your application.
We research, we support, we care. Because it’s time to beat leukaemia, lymphoma, myeloma and all types of blood cancer.




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