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Senior Philanthropy Officer.

Salary: £36,500 per annum.

Location: Remote (with frequent travel to London).

Contract: Permanent, 35 hours per week.

Benefits:  

• 29 days annual leave PLUS bank holidays pro rata, with up to 5 additional days for continuous service and option to buy or sell leave. 
• Gain professional qualifications and excellent training/development opportunities. 
• Flexible maternity, adoption, and paternity packages. 
• Pension with up to 7% employer contribution with included life assurance cover. 
• Staff discount portal and Blue Light Card eligibility with 15,000 national retailer's discounts. 

Why Action for Children?  

Working here is more than a job. Everyone in the Action for Children family is passionate about protecting and supporting children. It is the sense of purpose that drives us every single day. Because we know that, when we work together, we can make a huge difference to bring lasting improvements to vulnerable children's lives. 

A bit about the role 

Action for Children aims to deliver substantial growth from our high value audience over the next five years, with the Philanthropy & Trusts team playing a vital part of that ambition. Together with the Events and High Value and Corporate Operations teams, we will drive income from high-net-worth individuals and trusts and foundations, develop new and existing committed relationships, and offer exceptional supporter experiences.

It's an exciting time to join the Philanthropy team at Action for Children, and we are looking for a collaborative, energised and forward-thinking individual to join our ambitious team of major donor fundraising professionals. As we move into a new strategy period, focus will be placed on growing our pipeline of major donor supporters and prospects, maximising the potential of existing relationships, and innovating new products to reach new audiences and unlock transformative gifts.

Together we aim to deliver a high-quality philanthropy programme to our supporters whilst raising significant income to support vulnerable children across the UK.

As Senior Philanthropy Officer, you will manage and drive forward activity to secure significant multi-year donations from major donors and family foundations, supporting organisational priority projects and services alongside unrestricted funding. You will be responsible for developing a pipeline to maximise income for key areas of growth and identifying and developing long lasting relationships.

You'll help to create brighter futures by:

• Delivering an annual individual income target, focussing on securing 4- 5 figure donations from major donors and family foundations.
• Initiate and develop long-term relationships with individual donors and family foundations.
• Develop and implement bespoke solicitation and stewardship plans for a portfolio of existing supporters and new prospects.
• Contribute to a communication and stewardship programme, using excellent writing skills to translate complex information into compelling proposals and reports for high-value audiences.
• Collaborate with fundraising colleagues to track and report on prospecting activities.

Let's talk about you 

• Relevant experience of major donor fundraising with an excellent track record of initiating new relationships and securing four and ideally five figure gifts.
• Proven experience of developing, networking, and enhancing donor relationships.
• The ability to manage a complex pool of prospect and donors, devising clear donor solicitation plans with the aim of securing long term financial philanthropic support.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to digest large amounts of complex information and financial data and craft compelling communications, including funding proposals and impact reports for donors.
• Experience developing effective working relationships across an organisation, including with senior staff and volunteers.

Please see the Job Description for the full list of accountabilities and requirements. 

Please note we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Diversity, equality, and inclusion

At Action for Children, we're dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace.

We actively encourage applications from Black, Asian & Minority Ethnic, and disabled candidates as they are under-represented within Action for Children. We want to take deliberate and purposeful action to ensure equal opportunity to all groups in society and for Action for Children.

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Closing Date: Monday 21^st April 2025.

Interviews will be week commencing 28^th April 2025.

Overview of the International Chief Projects Officer

The International Chief Projects Officer (ICPO) will lead and oversee the Projects Department, and reports to the International Chief Executive Officer.

The ICPO will drive the strategic development, implementation and evaluation of Barnabas’ projects around the world. The ICPO will work closely with the International CEO, senior leadership team, and local project partners to identify opportunities, ensure effective and efficient resource allocation, and deliver impactful results that align with Barnabas’ mission to support persecuted and suffering Christians.

The ICPO will ensure that Barnabas’ projects are strategically aligned with the organisation’s goals, operationally effective, and financially sustainable, while maintaining the highest standards of accountability and impact measurement.

Blesma – The Limbless Veterans is the national charity and membership association for limbless serving and ex-service men and women and their dependants.

We help all wounded Servicemen and women who have lost limbs, the use of limbs or eyes, to rebuild their lives by providing well-being support and rehabilitation activities.

Blesma campaigns for our veteran’s rights and looks after individuals and their families by offering a comprehensive welfare system and financial assistance programme.  Rehabilitation, support, counselling and care are the four principal foundations of our organisation.  Together, we can help our men, women and their families face the challenges ahead with renewed confidence and self-belief.

The Activities and Events Administrator plays a vital role at Blesma, contributing to a small, dynamic team that delivers an engaging program of sporting and social activities to support Members' rehabilitation and well-being. This role will work alongside the Head of Activities on the Fulfilling Pathways programme, funded by the Armed Forces Compensation Scheme, to provide therapeutic activities. This is a fantastic opportunity for a personable, organised and committed individual to join an inspiring organisation and make a real difference in the lives of our beneficiaries.

Key duties:

1. Programme Coordination: Serve as the primary contact for the Fulfilling Pathways programme, assist members, and introduce new members to the activities programme.

2. Event Management: Handle event administration, including sign-ups, logistics, venue booking, and maintaining the calendar of events.

3. Communication and Engagement: Encourage member participation through social media, newsletters, and other communications, and compile information for activity leaders.

4. Administrative Support: Manage records, receipts, invoices, stock sheets, and compile quarterly/yearly statistics, while supporting monitoring, evaluation, and feedback processes.

What we offer: 

- A supportive and collaborative work environment

- Hybrid and Flexible working 

- Salary of £25,261.80 pro rata.

- 25 days annual leave plus statutory holidays (Pro rata for part time)

- Training and development opportunties

Location: Chelmsford/ Hybrid

Contract: 21hours, 3 years contract

 If you're interested in making a difference, don't hesitate to apply. Even if you're unsure about your suitability, we encourage you to apply and let us decide. 

At Spring School, we're looking for an Office Manager to join our team.

You'll be responsible for the management of the administrative support functions, ensuring the provision of an effective and efficient service, implementing and maintaining systems and processes. You'll proactively support the Senior Leadership Team and Governing Body to provide confidential, high quality secretarial and personal support in order for them to achieve their objectives.

You'll lead and manage the Administrative Team, ensuring performance management and learning and development needs are undertaken. You'll act as the first point of contact for school staff on people issues, referring to Central HR as necessary, as well as liaising with and building effective relationships with parents, Governors, Trustees, staff, local authorities, visitors to the school and other stakeholders.

We are looking for someone who has:

• Formal secretarial/administrative qualifications or experience of providing high quality secretarial and office management / administrative support
• Experience of processing compliance files, including DBS, referencing and occupational health verifications for external agency review such as Ofsted, CQC and or Home office
• Experience of using a variety of HR, recruitment, training and payroll systems, we currently use Select HR, Clear Review, Linkedin Learning, iHasco and e-Pay safe
• Experience of managing staff with the ability to motivate and drive high performance or a willingness to learn

In return, we offer great benefits including a generous holiday allowance and commitment to continued professional development (CPD) and more!

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious individual who would like to work for a forward-thinking, open and honest organisation and make a real impact to the young people we work with. Please find our full recruitment pack on the link below.

If you have any questions about the role or would like to have a confidential chat, please contact James Axford, Recruitment Officer.

Candidates informed of outcome of application: 24th April 2025

Interview date: 29th April 2025

 Ambitious about Autism is committed to fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion at every level of our organisation. We warmly welcome applications from all qualified candidates, valuing the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives they bring. We encourage applications from individuals regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or parental status, disability, or age.

Our recruitment process promotes equal opportunities, and we are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates with disabilities or additional needs throughout the recruitment process. Please contact our Recruitment Team for accommodations. We recognise disability as a physical or mental impairment that significantly and long-term affects a person's ability to perform day-to-day activities, as defined by the UK Equality Act 2010. All applications will be considered solely on merit, aligned with our mission to support autistic children and young people.

Ambitious about Autism is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. As part of our Safer Recruitment checks, an online search maybe carried out in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

The Safeguarding responsibilities of the post as per the job description and personal specification.
Whether the post is exempt from the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendment to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2021. This means that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected', so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS Filter Guidance.

Ambitious about Autism is fully committed to equality of opportunity and diversity and we warmly welcome applications from all suitably-qualified candidates. We welcome applications regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, disability, or age. All applications will be considered solely on merit. 

Ambitious about Autism is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. 

Role: Salesforce Administrator
Salary Band: £28,000 - £44,675 (starting salary expected to be £33-£35k) pro rata
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Part Time (24 hours pw)
Location: Woodstock, Oxfordshire

Plunkett UK is a national charity supporting people in rural areas to set up and run successful businesses in community ownership. We do this to achieve our UK-wide vision for resilient, thriving and inclusive rural communities.

Community-owned businesses are owned and controlled by community members, who each have an equal and democratic say in how the business is run. They can be any type of business ranging from village shops, pubs and cafes, through to woodlands, fisheries and farms.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Plunkett team and be responsible for the day-to-day configuration, support, maintenance and improvement of our Salesforce instance; Salesforce Certified Administrator or higher preferred. In this role you will:

• Translate processes into technical solutions.
• Plan for upgrades, seasonal releases and long-term projects
• Manage Salesforce integrations – (FormAssembly, Mailchimp and Zapier)

If you are interested in joining Plunkett UK, and growing the network of community-owned businesses UK-wide then we look forward to hearing from you.

Closing date for applications: 9am Tuesday 6 May 2025
Interview date: Interviews will be held at our offices in Woodstock during w/c 12 May 2025 or via video conference.

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.

We are committed to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and our approach goes beyond ‘protected characteristics’ to thinking more broadly about inclusion. Every individual will think and feel differently and we believe that these differences should be embraced, and individual needs taken into account. Additionally, the makeup of the rural communities we work with leads to their own particular diversity and exclusion challenges and opportunities compared to urban areas. Our commitment to EDI, both internally and externally, has been tailored to Plunkett and the communities we serve.

Registered Charity: 313743

No agencies please.

We are looking for a dynamic and organised Volunteer & Community Lead to join our team. This role will focus on managing and growing our network of volunteers while also strengthening relationships with the community through outreach initiatives.You will play a key role in recruiting, supporting, and retaining volunteers for our hub and community programmes, as well as leading fundraising initiatives to engage schools, businesses, and individuals.

About Sebby’s Corner

Sebby's Corner is based in Barnet, EN5 and our aim is to ensure that no child goes without the basic essentials they need to thrive. We supply items such as clothing, nappies, formula and baby equipment to local families living in poverty. Families in need get referred to us by social workers, health visitors, family support workers, midwives and other professionals. We work with almost 800 different referral partners across 400 different organisations.

We also offer school uniform support and we have a Birthday Club that ensures that a child who would otherwise go without has a gift, cake, balloons and decorations to celebrate their special day. At Christmas, we host a Grotto where parents can come and choose a gift for their child at no cost. We have a new partnership with Citizen’s Advice Barnet that allows families to book an appointment with an advisor at our hub.

In addition to our baby bank services, we work to engage and inspire the community through fundraising, volunteering opportunities, and outreach programmes. At Sebby’s Corner, we believe that a connected community can make a lasting impact, and this role is pivotal to achieving that. We’re a passionate team making a tangible difference in the lives of vulnerable children and we’d love you to join us.

Key Tasks and Accountabilities

Volunteer Management

• Oversee the day-to-day management of volunteers, ensuring tasks are clearly defined and their time is used productively.
• Develop and implement volunteer recruitment strategies to attract new volunteers and new hub leaders including targeted campaigns and partnerships with local schools and community organisations.
• Create and maintain a volunteer database, tracking availability, skills, and engagement.
• Deliver volunteer induction sessions and ongoing training as needed.
• Build a welcoming and inclusive volunteer culture, ensuring volunteers feel valued and motivated.

Community Outreach

• Represent Sebby’s Corner by speaking at schools, community groups, and local businesses to promote our mission and encourage support.
• Develop and deliver outreach programmes to inspire community involvement, such as fundraising initiatives and challenge events.
• Act as a key contact for schools, organising donation drives and volunteer days.
• Recruit participants for fundraising activities such as marathons, walks, or bake sales.
• Send thank-you letters and certificates to fundraisers and donors, recognising their contributions.

Event Planning and Support

• Assist in planning and running Sebby’s Corner events, including seasonal fundraisers and awareness campaigns.
• Support the organisation and delivery of volunteer and community recognition events.

Administrative Duties

• Maintain accurate records of volunteer hours, community partnerships, and event outcomes.
• Develop reports and insights on volunteer and outreach activity to inform future strategy.
• Support the team with general administrative tasks related to volunteers and community outreach.

About your skills and experience

Essential

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Experience managing and recruiting volunteers.
• Ability to organise and prioritise multiple tasks effectively.
• Comfortable speaking to groups and delivering presentations.
• Strong relationship-building skills and a passion for community engagement.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook, Excel, Word). 

Desirable

• Experience working in the charity sector.
• Knowledge of volunteer management best practices.
• Experience planning or supporting fundraising events.
• Full, clean driving licence.

What we can offer

Salary and pension

The salary for this role is £28,500 annum FTE (this will be pro-rated to reflect your working hours if you work less than 35 hours per week and is subject to normal deductions). If eligible to join the pension, we will match your contributions by 5%.

Annual leave

You will be entitled to 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays (these will be pro-rated to reflect your working hours if you work less than 35 hours per week). We usually give the team time off between Christmas and New Year that doesn’t come off your allowance.

Application process

The deadline for applications is 12noon, Friday 25th April 2025. Applications will be assessed on a rolling basis so we encourage you to apply early. We reserve the right to close applications before the deadline date if we find the right candidate.

HUMEN, a groundbreaking charity preventing men from suffering in silence and dying too young, is seeking an exceptional Chief Executive Officer in London to build upon the transformative work of our visionary founder CEO, River Hawkins.

Job Purpose
The CEO will lead HUMEN into its next phase of growth, expanding our reach and impact in providing safe spaces for men to talk, listen, and connect. You will be responsible for driving our mission forward with innovation and productivity. The successful candidate must have a proven track record in securing substantial funding and developing innovative fundraising strategies well as a strong background in advertising and marketing.

The successful candidate must have a proven track record in securing substantial funding and developing innovative fundraising strategies, including experience with digital campaigns and online giving platform. Exceptional expertise in advertising and marketing is essential, with a focus on creating viral social media content and implementing multi-channel digital marketing initiatives.
Innovation will be key, as the ideal candidate should be able to pioneer the use of technology to scale our impact, such as leveraging artificial intelligence for fundraising and engagement. A strong grasp of data analytics and digital trends will be necessary to make informed decisions and stay ahead in the rapidly evolving charitable sector.
The new CEO should be a tech-savvy leader, comfortable with emerging digital trends and platforms, and able to drive digital transformation across the organisation. This includes understanding the potential of technologies like blockchain for transparent donation tracking and exploring innovative concepts such as virtual reality experiences for donor engagement.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and implement a bold strategic plan to scale HUMEN's impact across the UK
• Expand The HUMEN Space 1-1 
• Cultivate partnerships with corporate entities, public figures, and other charities to amplify our message

Fundraising and Marketing

• Spearhead innovative fundraising campaigns that capture public attention and drive significant revenue growth
• Develop high-profile, multi-channel marketing initiatives that challenge societal norms around masculinity and mental health
• Create viral social media content that resonates with our target audience and increases engagement

Operational Excellence

As part of a small team, the CEO must be comfortable with getting involved in all aspects of the organisation's operations, including:

• Maintaining a flexible approach to work, ready to step in wherever needed
• Performing administrative tasks when necessary
• Manage a small team of staff and volunteers, fostering a culture of innovation and compassion
• Ensure financial sustainability through diverse income streams and prudent financial management
• Maintain the highest standards of governance and compliance

Essential Experience

• Proven track record of leading a fast-growing organisation, preferably in the charity sector
• Exceptional skills in advertising, marketing, and fundraising, with demonstrable success in creating high-impact campaigns
• Strong financial acumen and experience in managing budgets
• Experience in building and nurturing corporate partnerships

Personal Qualities

• Visionary leader with the ability to inspire and motivate others
• Creative thinker with a flair for developing attention-grabbing initiatives
• Passionate advocate for men's mental health and wellbeing
• Excellent communicator with the ability to engage diverse audiences

About HUMEN and River Hawkins

HUMEN was founded by the River Hawkins who has revolutionised the approach to men's mental health. Through his innovative vision, HUMEN has created a preventative and non-clinical space for men to connect, challenging traditional notions of masculinity and mental health support.

The successful candidate will build upon River's groundbreaking work, which includes:

• Expanding The HUMEN Space 1-1, a unique model for men's mental health support
• Producing powerful and innovative campaigns featuring high-profile individuals discussing men's mental health
• Creating a movement that values inner health as much as outer health for men
• Fundraising a minimum of £600,000, with a 15% increase year on year

What We're Looking For

• We seek a leader who can match River Hawkins' innovative spirit and take HUMEN to new heights. The ideal candidate will:
• Launch daring campaigns that spark national conversations about men's mental health
• Create unexpected collaborations with brands and public figures to reach new audiences
• Develop immersive experiences that challenge perceptions and drive engagement
• Pioneer the use of technology to scale our impact and reach men in new ways

Fundraising Expertise

• The ideal CEO for HUMEN should possess:
• Extensive experience in leading and executing successful fundraising campaigns
• A strong network of potential donors, including high-net-worth individuals and corporate partners
• Proficiency in diverse fundraising methods, including digital campaigns, events, and major gift solicitation

Key Fundraising Responsibilities

• Spearhead the development and implementation of a comprehensive fundraising strategy to ensure HUMEN's financial sustainability and growth
• Personally engage in high-level donor cultivation and solicitation
• Oversee the creation of compelling fundraising materials and campaigns that resonate with HUMEN's mission

Demonstrated Fundraising Success

• The candidate should be able to showcase:
• A history of meeting or exceeding ambitious fundraising targets
• Experience in diversifying funding streams to create a robust and resilient financial foundation
• Success in securing major gifts and establishing long-term partnerships with significant donors

The ideal candidate will lead by example, showing that no task is beneath them and fostering a collaborative, all-hands-on-deck culture within the organisation. While this role is hybrid and primarily remote, we are a London-based charity, and the successful candidate must be based in London to attend in-person meetings and events as required. This hands-on approach will be crucial in maintaining HUMEN's agility and efficiency as it grows and expands its impact. By prioritising solid fundraising experience and innovative campaigning, HUMEN can ensure its next CEO will not only continue the visionary work of River Hawkins but also secure the financial resources necessary to expand the charity's impact on men's mental health across the UK and beyond. This is a rare opportunity to lead a charity at the forefront of men's mental health, building on an exceptional foundation to create lasting change in society.

London Based Candidate Required

Passionate about technology and wildlife?

We’re looking for a Senior IT Officer to ensure our charity’s IT systems run smoothly, securely, and efficiently.

Senior IT Officer
Salary: £32,200 - £35,944 Per annum
Contract type: Permanent
Working hours: Full time
Location: Bickley Hall Farm, Malpas, SY14 8EF

This is a brand-new role, offering an exciting opportunity to shape how we use digital solutions to support our work. As part of our central support team, you’ll play a key role in developing and embedding new systems, ensuring staff have the tools and confidence to work effectively. From managing cybersecurity and data protection to improving IT infrastructure and training colleagues, you’ll be the go-to expert for all things tech, sharing your knowledge and collaborating with digital peers in the wider Trusts network.

This role is perfect for a proactive, solutions-focused IT professional who thrives in a friendly, collaborative environment. You’ll need a strong knowledge of Microsoft 365, SharePoint, and cybersecurity best practices, as well as a knack for explaining IT in a clear, approachable way. Whether you’re troubleshooting, leading system improvements, or helping a colleague get to grips with a new tool, your work will directly support our goal of a wilder Cheshire.

At Cheshire Wildlife Trust, we value flexibility, creativity, and teamwork. Based at our beautiful countryside headquarters, we offer a supportive, purpose-driven workplace where your technical expertise will make a real difference. If you’re an IT professional excited by the challenge of shaping a new role and driving digital transformation in a charity that’s making a real impact—this is the opportunity for you!

At Cheshire Wildlife Trust we embrace agile working with a focus on supporting you to achieve your objectives alongside a healthy work-life balance.

This is a full time position, however part time will be considered.

Closing date: Monday 5 May 2025

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.

The Wildlife Trusts value passion, respect, trust, integrity, pragmatic activism and strength in diversity. Whilst we are passionate in promoting our aims, we are not judgemental and are inclusive. We want our people to be as diverse as nature, so we particularly encourage applications from people who are underrepresented within our sector, including people from minority backgrounds and people with disabilities. We are committed to creating a movement that recognises and truly values individual differences and identities.

You may be required to carry out a DBS check for this role.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Sorry, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this position

No agencies please.

An exciting opportunity to join a new project at CPSL Mind.

CPSL Mind is a vibrant, values-led charity that supports local people in their recovery from mental health issues, promotes wellbeing and campaigns against stigma and discrimination.

Smoking Cessation Team Lead
Hours: 37.5 Hours per week, Monday – Friday
Contract: Fixed Term Contract to 31st March 2027
Salary: £36.219.00 per annum
NJC Salary Scale Point: 28 (April 2024)
Location: Based in our Cambridge office with travel across South and East Cambridgeshire, and the option for hybrid working.

About CPSL Mind

Cambridgeshire, Peterborough and South Lincolnshire (CPSL) Mind is a progressive and expanding mental health charity. Our vision is a society in which everyone has positive mental health and feels part of a connected community.

About the Role and the Project

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual with line management experience and a relevant health, or smoking cessation (NCSCT) qualification, to lead, support and guide a new team of Smoking Cessation Advisors, who are supporting individuals and a Service Design Project Worker, who is working alongside our Co-production Lead to provide insight into best practice. They will exemplify values-based behaviour and the highest standards of personalised support.

This service is aligned to smoking cessation principles as outlined by the National Centre for Smoking Cessation and Training (NCSNT).

You should be passionate about promoting positive mental health, have excellent verbal and communication skills along with the confidence to promote Smoking Cessation messages, and the service internally and externally.

Closing date: 22nd April 2025
Interviews: To be advised

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.

CPSL Mind is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

No agencies please.

Corporate Partnerships and Philanthropy Lead

Do you want to be part of a passionate team and help support a lifesaving cause? If so then read on for more details as to how you can work for our Charity!

The Corporate Partnerships and Philanthropy Lead is responsible for overseeing income generation from corporate partners and growing high-value support from major donors to fund the vital work of Midlands Air Ambulance Charity.

This newly created role will develop and implement strategies and plans across two areas:

• Oversee a team focused on building and maintaining corporate partnerships with businesses across our six-county operating region, covering Gloucestershire, Herefordshire, Shropshire, Staffordshire, West Midlands, and Worcestershire.
• Engage major donors and secure transformative gifts both on an individual basis as well as part of a bespoke programme.  

The Corporate Partnerships and Philanthropy Lead will be responsible for ensuring effective prospecting and exceptional supporter stewardship, maximising income generation in the short, medium and long term.

The role presents an exciting opportunity for an experienced high-value fundraiser to work in close collaboration with our CEO and senior leadership team, and Chair and wider board of Trustees, to develop these two key income streams.

The post holder will be creative, an outstanding communicator, and a natural networker, skilled in unlocking new opportunities and securing transformational five and six-figure gifts.

#CorporatePartnerships #Fundraising #MajorDonor #Fundraising_Strategy #Philanthropy #Corporate_Partnerships_Lead

This role will predominantly be working from our Day Centre but will also include work with night shelter clients.

Within the Day Centre you will be required to provide advice and advocacy and casework to people who are homeless and at risk of homelessness and maintain a caseload of clients working within a fast paced and dynamic small team. You will support the smooth running of the day centre provision and have a commitment to supporting vulnerable clients in a person-centred way. 

To be successful in this role will require a keen interest in homelessness and the devastating impact this can have on people. This role is suited to someone with a problem solving, positive attitude, who is passionate about supporting marginalised people.   

Permanent contract

Part-time 21 hours per week

£28,188 FTE - £16,912.80 pro rata

Dalston, London

The Children's Society has been helping children and young people in this country for over 140 years. We run local services that support children when they are at their most vulnerable and in desperate need of help. We're there for children, every step of the way.

This role sits within our Data Protection, Records and Archive team within the Legal and Governance Department. The team manages the data protection, records management and archive services for The Children's Society.

Your role will support the Archive team with the operation and promotion of The Children's Society Archive.

TYPE OF PERSON WE'RE LOOKING FOR/ WHAT'S EXPECTED OF THEM

We are currently looking for Business Support Officer to join our dynamic, ambitious team.

A key part of this role will be your ability to undertake a wide range of activities and processes to deliver an effective archive service for the organisation.

KEY SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

In order to be successful in this role, you must have:

-A minimum of 2 A-level qualifications

-Experience of working in an archive (paid or voluntary)

-Experience of using professional archive management software and Microsoft 365

-Able to work quickly and efficiently whilst maintaining a high degree of accuracy

-Flexible with the ability to move between different tasks at short notice

-Good written and oral communication skills, and good numeracy skills

The Children's Society runs over 100 local services that help thousands of young people who desperately need our support, and we campaign to get laws and policies changed to make children's lives happier and safer.

Every day we're changing the lives of children in this country for the better - and with your help, tomorrow we can be there for even more.

The Children's Society is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practices across our services.

The closing date for applications is at midnight on Wednesday 30th April 2025.

Interviews will be held week commencing 5th May 2025.

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Job Description

Title: Trust Administrator

Salary: £28k - £32k (depending on experience) + Pension

Contract: Permanent (3 months probationary period)

Hours: Full-time (37.5-hour week) with some flexibility preferred. Part time applications also considered. 

Location: Bristol office for probation period then hybrid working (at least one day a week homeworking)

Responsible to: Chief Executive

About Bristol Avon Rivers Trust (BART) 

Founded in 2012, the Bristol Avon Rivers Trust (BART) is a charity dedicated to restoring and protecting the rivers of the Bristol Avon. Guided by an evidence-based, ecosystem-wide approach, we focus on the health of the entire catchment, not just the rivers themselves. 

BART began as a grassroots effort driven by a shared passion for waterways. Today, with approximately 20 employees and an annual turnover of £1 million, we manage multi-year projects funded by diverse supporters to preserve and enhance the Bristol Avon catchment. 

We work with landowners, communities, businesses, farmers, water companies, councils and government agencies to protect and rejuvenate rivers, lakes, and estuaries, delivering benefits for wildlife, local economies, and people. Our efforts help reduce costs for farmers and water companies and enhance public health while addressing the climate and ecological crises. 

The post holder will join a growing, ambitious team delivering multi-benefit projects to protect and improve the Bristol Avon catchment, and the Trust Administrator will play a key role in supporting the smooth delivery of the Trust’s operations.

Job summary and purpose

The Trust Administrator is responsible for maintaining the core administrative functions of the Trust to ensure the smooth operation of the charity, enabling its mission to ensure healthy rivers for wildlife and people.

Reporting directly to the Chief Executive, the Trust Administrator will work with a range of internal and external contacts to ensure routine business functions, human and physical resources, supporter and governance liaison are working well. The role will involve working closely with the Chief Executive, but also with other members of the team, Trustees, supporters and suppliers.

The role will require exceptional organisational skills, excellent interpersonal skills, an attention to detail, and working flexibly in an agile environment. Experience of organisational administration in the public, private or charity sector, and experience of HR, meetings administration and IT are essential while purchasing and negotiating with suppliers is desirable. A helpful and positive attitude is needed, as is a willingness to embrace flexible ways of working. Adherence to certain policies and procedures is essential, including requirements such as data confidentiality and upholding a culture of professionalism.

Whilst the role is predominantly aimed at internal support, including for Trustees and supporters, external liaison will be required with suppliers, funders, partners, and the public. 

Duties and responsibilities 

A. Organisational administration

1Take ownership of core business administrative functions including the office space, monitoring and maintaining resources, monitoring inboxes.

2Liaison and negotiation with, and purchasing from, suppliers and providers spanning IT, resources, insurance etc.

3Assist in the upholding of key policies and procedures e.g. security and safety checks.

4  Coordinate routine governance procedures including organising and minuting meetings, filing returns, and communicating with Trustees.

5Coordinate routine HR procedures including recruitment and managing confidential records, including those of staff, supporters and volunteers.

6Coordinate external IT support; undertaking routine IT administration.

7Liaison with finance staff to facilitate the maintenance of timely and accurate financial records, including assistance with project claims where required.

8Executive assistance including diary management, event and meetings organisation.

B Contributing to the work of the BART in general

1Contribute to delivering the Trust’s objectives

2Help maintain and enhance the Trust’s reputation through external contacts

3Undertake other duties that may be appropriate to the position

Person specification 

C Qualifications and required knowledge 

Essential

1Educated to a degree level in a relevant field or equivalent professional experience in a relevant sector 

2Knowledge of relevant administrative processes and procedures 

3Understanding of managing contacts in a confidential manner 

4  Understanding of charity governance 

Desirable

5Understanding of the environmental / freshwater sector 

D Experience 

Essential

1Demonstrable experience of organisational administration in a team context

2Setting up and maintaining efficient administrative systems 

3Use of (essential) and routine administration of (desirable) office software applications e.g. MS 365 

4Experience of managing external contacts 

5Working alone and as part of a team 

ESkills & Competencies 

Essential 

1Highly organised and comfortable with agile working 

2Clear and correct plain English writing ability

3Excellent telephone answering and calling skills, with a wide range of audiences, including suppliers, stakeholders, and the public. 

4Excellent IT skills, including use of Office 365 

5Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

6Excellent time and task management 

Desirable

7Ability to negotiate and secure best value from suppliers 

F Personal Attributes 

Essential 

1Diligent and organised with an attention to detail

2  Strong interpersonal skills and assertiveness 

3Pro-active and innovative 

4Open, transparent and flexible 

5Commitment to a healthy freshwater environment

6Commitment to upholding professionalism

Desirable

7  Being able to maintain excellent client relationships

Miscellaneous

The post is likely to involve occasional travel throughout the Bristol Avon (Bristol, South Gloucestershire, Bath & Northeast Somerset, Wiltshire, North Somerset) therefore a full UK driving licence and use of own vehicle is required. Mileage expenses will be paid at 45p per mile as set out in HMRC’s Approved Mileage Allowance Payment. Some evening and weekend work may be required. We will also require the successful applicant to undergo a DBS check and provide satisfactory references. 

How to apply 

Interested parties should submit a CV and a one page covering letter explaining why you would perform well in this role and what you could bring to BART. 

Interviews for this post will take place in Bristol, date TBC. 

Please note, due to limited resources you will only be contacted should you be successful in gaining an interview. We would like to thank you for your interest in this position. 

Thank you for your interest in applying for a role with the Bristol Avon Rivers Trust. 

Legacy and In Memory Manager

Do you want to be part of a passionate team and help support a lifesaving cause? If so then read on for more details as to how you can work for our Charity!

The Legacy and In Memory Manager is responsible for developing and delivering plans to maximise gifts in wills and in memory giving, ensuring a sustainable income stream for the charity whilst providing exceptional levels of supporter care.

This role will oversee the administration of legacies, drive the growth of the charity’s Free Wills programme, steward legacy pledgers, and expand in memory fundraising. The Legacy and In Memory Manager will also ensure supporter journeys, audience insight and effective targeting are at the heart of the charity’s programme, working with the Individual Giving and Development Lead to create impactful marketing campaigns across a variety of channels.

The post holder will raise awareness of the importance and impact of gifts in wills and in memory giving to a wider audience, both internally and externally, ensuring these vital income streams are embraced at all levels of the organisation.

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