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Do you want to make a difference?

The RAF Benevolent Fund is the leading welfare charity for the RAF. Every year we make a real difference to over 40,000 people who benefit from our services. Working at the Fund is more than sitting at your desk ad in this role you will have the opportunity to be part of our RAF Family.  Alongside helping our beneficiaries, we also get to hang out with Spitfires and Typhoons, take part in a Dambusters bike ride, attend events like Royal Ascot, the Chelsea Flower Show, and the Bomber Command Memorial Service. Every day you will make a difference and play your part in changing the lives of others and helping people in the RAF Family get through the toughest of times.

It doesn’t matter how long someone served or when. If they were part of the RAF, they and their family are part of our RAF Family. We will always be here to support them when they need it most.

Join the RAF Family and play your part in making a difference.

Do you want to play a part in what we do?

People are at the heart of what we do. Together we:

· Help reduce social isolation and loneliness among veterans. 

· We support ill or injured men and women to have a safe place to call home, a home that meets their specific needs.

· We fund youth services on stations to provide clubs and activities for the children of serving personnel who move every few years.

· We provide grants to help with the cost of living. But this is just a few of the ways we help.

We are looking for a Community Fundraiser who is an excellent communicator and an energetic self-starter. You are comfortable with working independently, but ready to utilise the support of colleagues across the Fund. Above all, you naturally build rapport to quickly establish relationships and develop innovative partnerships. No one day will be the same and as part of the regional team, you will be the local face and voice of the Fund on the ground. You will quickly build your understanding of the key influencers in your community, and you will ensure they understand what we do so they will want to be associated with the charity. You will be responsible for raising income through existing networks of supporters, volunteers and building new relationships within the RAF, community groups and local business.

The role is primarily community based in East Anglia and requires travel around the region (Cambridgeshire, London Kent, Essex & Suffolk)  and occasional overnight stays. Some evening and weekend work is also required during the busier months at planned events when required. The candidate must have their own vehicle for use of traveling around the regions. Occasional travel to London will be required. The successful candidate for this role will need a full UK driver’s license; to be Basic DBS checked and prove they have the right to work in the UK.

To apply, please click on this link and send your CV, together with a cover letter detailing why you believe you are suitable for this role, providing examples of how you meet the job profile when you apply through our recruitment portal.

The closing date for applications is Thursday 17th April 2025, 5.00pm.  Please note interviews will be happening week commencing 5th May 2025.

A copy of the Fund’s Candidate Privacy Notice can be found on our website. As an equal opportunities employer, the Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. The Fund takes safeguarding seriously, and appropriate background checks will be completed. You can find out more about our commitment to safeguarding on our website. This role requires a Basic DBS check. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join the Fund.

 

The Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund is a Registered Charity (No. 1081009).

Role: Direct Marketing Manager (Acquisition)

Closing date:                     23/04/2025

Interview date:     13/04/2024

Hybrid working (8 office days per month)

Our offer to you

We pride ourselves in being a great place to work, providing a supportive culture with opportunities to grow and develop your career, achieve a healthy work life balance and to be recognised for the great work you do. You will receive:

• Competitive salary and pension scheme
• 33 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays) - increasing to 38 days over 5 years
• Hybrid, Flexible working
• Cycle to work scheme Electric Vehicle Scheme
• Health and Wellbeing portal – access to financial, health and wellbeing support and an Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounts – you will have access to Blue Light and NHS Discounts as well as discounts on mobile phones, gym membership, cinema tickets, restaurants, holidays and shopping

About Us

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a team of over 1,400 employees and over 31,000 volunteers, united by our goal of saving lives through essential first aid services, training and campaigning.  As a charity with rich heritage and a long history of serving humanity, we are proud of our past and excited about creating a healthier, safer, more resilient future. 

St John Ambulance works at the heart of communities, supporting and enabling them to access and receive physical and mental health first aid. We do this through developing and providing effective community response and outreach services (e.g. Ambulance response & Nighttime Economy) and using our longstanding expertise to empower people with vital clinical skills and the confidence to use them (e.g. our Volunteers and Community Advocates, NHS Cadets and Young Responders programmes). There is also a buoyant social enterprise network which delivers first aid training and supplies medical consumables to businesses and consumers.

Job Summary

Taking a leading role as part of the Individual Giving management team, you play an important part in helping to achieve a step change in the growth of the net voluntary income of St John. The role will work closely across Individual Giving and the wider Fundraising Directorate to develop an evolving supporter acquisition strategy that will aim to recruit new supporters with a focus on digital. The role needs to focus on managing the implementation of the strategy including using insight and data to develop, implement, manage, monitor and evaluate campaigns across a range of channels, with a cutting edge and contemporary approach whilst staying current with the continuously changing legislation and support climate. Responsibilities include working with agencies and suppliers to project manage the full cycle of direct marketing campaigns.

About You

• Significant experience in a third sector direct marketing role
• Track record in managing effective digital campaigns on a national or regional basis
• Experience of using fundraising databases e.g. Raiser’s Edge, Microsoft Dynamics or similar
• Extensive experience of using a variety of fundraising channels including digital, email social media, direct mail, telemarketing and SMS
• Experience of leading a revenue generating team, including generation of six figure acquisition income 

About the Role

• Oversee the supporter acquisition programme, taking responsibility for outstanding donor recruitment with the highest standard of quality and compliance and ensuring a diverse programme mix; ensuring they are in market on time, on budget and on brand.
• Develop an annual plan of acquisition activity; monitoring and analysing all campaign results, with ongoing test and learn mechanisms in place to drive continuous improvement and making recommendations for future activity to effectively maximise income and ROI
• Working collaboratively with key fundraising and data teams; lead the development and continuous improvement of new supporter product development
• Strong agency relationship management across a variety of partners and suppliers, from building relationships and negotiating to contract and routine performance reviews
• Lead on all KPI tracking, trend analysis and interrogation of results at all levels; including programme optimisation to ensure targets are met and contingency planning as required.
• Work closely with key colleagues across individual giving and in other directorates to ensure they are involved in relevant aspects of acquisition activity

Please see the job description for more detail (this can be viewed on our website or once you click apply)

If you are a current St John Ambulance employee, please apply here: Click here

For all other candidates, or St John Ambulance volunteers wishing to apply: please apply below

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive high volume of applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

St John Ambulance are committed to increasing the diversity of our team and making sure we best reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.At St John, everyone is valued and supported to thrive, we have several networks including Multi Culture, Disability and Accessibility, Pride, Family and Carers and Women’s groups.  We do not tolerate any form of discrimination and engender a sense of belonging for all, by creating an environment of mutual respect, where we value unique differences and demonstrate authentic allyship. We believe passionately in equality, diversity and inclusion.

St John Ambulance is committed to safeguarding and we promote safe recruitment practice. Therefore, all successful applicants will undergo pre-employment checks, including DBS Clearance, as part of the onboarding process, if applicable to the nature of the role

Please note: St John does not accept speculative CVs and will only review CVs sent in application for an advertised vacancy.

Our client is dedicated to transforming the lives of children and young people by creating opportunities to learn, grow, and develop through Education. As an independent funder, the charity generates income from its endowment, which includes substantial property holdings and financial investments. This means it does not fund raise. To date, the organisation has awarded over £225 million in grants to a range of organisations that seek to promote the life chances of children and young people through Education, with around £15 million in grants distributed each year. The Charity gives grants to benefit children and young people up to the age of 25 (or up to 30 for people with special educational needs and/or disabilities) who live within nine Boroughs in West, Central and North London.

We are delighted to be working with the Charity to recruit a permanent Communications & Social Media Officer to join its established team based at conveniently located offices in Central London. 

The role:

This newly created position will expand the capacity of the organisation's communications team, supporting the Communications, PR & Events Manager in delivering engaging, high-impact external communications. The focus will be on managing the Charity’s digital presence, including its social media channels and newsletter to enhance visibility, engagement and public awareness.

The role requires a strategic, organised and creative approach to social media platforms including LinkedIn, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Vimeo and BlueSky. It will entail preparing and delivering innovative and compelling content in both written, visual and video production formats, which showcase the work of the Charity and its network of grantees. Using the latest platforms and technology such as Canva and InDesign, this role will help tell the important stories which emanate from the work of the charity, including publicising events, raising awareness and addressing interesting themes relevant to the work of the Charity and its community.

This role will also monitor and evaluate online engagement and will ensure there is a vibrant, creative and relevant tone across all platforms and mediums. They will also contribute to maintaining the website and newsletter, gathering stories from across the Charity’s networks and ensuring it is accessible and up to date with current affairs and events. Working closely with the Communications, Events and PR Manager, this person will be responsible for identifying opportunities to repurpose and amplify content across multiple channels to ensure the Charity’s media presence is maintained and enhanced both on a local, London wide and National basis.

Beyond digital communications, this role will support a busy calendar of events throughout the year, managing logistics from planning to execution, including navigation lists, booking venues, catering arrangements and on the day support and facilitation. This is a wide-ranging communications role with plenty of scope for development and growth, with the flexibility to be tailored to the strengths and interests of the postholder.

In addition to working for Charity, the post holder will also support the COO of the foundation in its newly developing communications work.  This will require working across 2 schools, and the Charity in collaboration with the communications teams across the Foundation. 

The person:

The successful candidate will have demonstrated experience in a similar social media or digital communications role, ideally within the charity or not-for-profit sector but equally having come from a commercial setting, where an active interest in charitable work can be clearly evidenced. Bright, engaging and intellectually curious, this person will have a natural enthusiasm for the work of the charity and the desire to be an active member of an office-based team, all working towards the same goals.

An outstanding communicator both in person verbally and in writing, this person will have a proven track record of running digital communications activities and social media campaigns and will be proficient in design tools such as Canva, InDesign, Photoshop and PowerPoint, although training can be given where necessary. The ability to tailor the tone of content for various platforms and to appeal to a wide range of audiences, both locally, London wide and nationally will be important.

The desire to learn new skills will be strongly evident in this person, they will relish the thought of collaborating with colleagues to grow their expertise and to share ideas on how to optimise delivery across the digital and social media space. Highly organised, with excellent attention to detail, this person will be a strategic thinker with the ability to plan ahead and to spot opportunities further down the line to maximise the impact and reach of charity’s work. A working knowledge of WordPress and website management will be very useful but not essential.

Above all, this person will be an enthusiastic, ambitious and collaborative team player, who thrives in an office-based environment where they will be able to exchange ideas with other team members, celebrate success and ensure the overall charitable aims of the organisation and its community of grantees are met.

“We highly encourage applications from under-represented groups that reflect the diversity of our Charity’s Beneficial Area and the young people we aim to support. This includes individuals who are Black, Asian, Mixed Race, and from other ethnically diverse backgrounds, as well as people with disabilities and members of LGBTQ+ communities.”

PLEASE NOTE - Applicants will only be considered if you provide both a CV and Cover Letter

The role is only open to women, in accordance with the sex-based exemptions of the Equality Act 2010 pursuant to Schedule 9, Part 1.

Salary: £33,075 per annum

Location: Office based in Leeds, with travel to centres across Yorkshire

Contract: 2-year contract (with potential for extension, subject to funding)

Hours: 37 hours, full-time

Closing date: 12:00 PM Tuesday 15th April

Interviews: w/c 28th April

About Us

Together Women is an award-winning charity that supports women and girls across the North of England, with particular focus on women who are involved in, or at risk of entering the criminal justice system. Our vision is for women and girls to feel safe, valued and in control of their own life choices.

As a charity led by women and for women, we provide trauma informed, holistic support to help break cycles of trauma, abuse and re-offending, and evoke systems change. From our network of specialist Women Centres and Services we provide tailored support across a range of pathways, including housing, mental health and wellbeing, domestic abuse, sexual abuse, substance misuse and addiction, finances and debt, and employment.

Many of the women we support have faced significant trauma, systemic barriers, and multiple disadvantages, which can contribute to their involvement in the criminal justice system. Our gender-specific approach focuses on providing holistic support to help women to overcome challenges, build on their strengths, and rebuild their lives away from the criminal justice system.

Join Our Team

• Are you driven and passionate about working within a women-centred support service?
• Are you looking for a dynamic and rewarding role working for an organisation that delivers specialist gender specific support to women and girls?
• Do you believe in our values; to listen and support, to empower and respect, collaborate, innovate and take accountability?

What we can offer you - Employee Benefits:

• 25 days holiday increasing by one day per year to a max of 30 days, plus public holidays
• Pension scheme with 5% employer contribution
• Annual cost of living increase up to 4%
• Enhanced Training and Induction programme covering all areas of Together Women’s work
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme with discount offers and free telephone counselling service
• Access to our online wellbeing platform
• Employee eye-care scheme and free eye tests
• Organisation wide away days
• Career development pathways

Role Summary

The Communications and Fundraising Manager is a critical role within the organisation, working collaboratively with colleagues across Together Women to increase awareness of our work, grow our external communications presence, increase digital engagement and increase public fundraising.

This is an exciting and dynamic role which will balance operational delivery of communications and fundraising activity, with a strategic approach to growing the impact of our communications and funds raised via public donations.

We’re looking for a talented and creative communicator, with previous success in the growth of communications engagement and/or fundraising, and experience implementing strategies and working to targets.

You will have experience creating compelling written, visual and verbal content for a range of audiences, and be confident managing digital channels and platforms.

You will be a positive and effective collaborator, who can build relationships internal and externally, with the skill to spot opportunities and make the most of them.

You will also have experience implementing and adhering to key compliance frameworks, such as UK GDPR, PECR and/or Fundraising Code of Practice, and experience of working with databases or CRM systems.

Key Accountabilities

External communications strategy and planning

• Develop and implement Together Women’s communications strategy to increase awareness of our work and advocate for systemic change for women within the criminal justice system.
• In line with our strategy, ensure the voices, stories and experiences of women we support are at the core of our communications strategy.
• Identify ways we can co-create communications with the women we support
• Set ambitious, achievable targets to drive growth in communications engagement and reach.
• Create and deliver our content and communications annual plan.
• Regularly report on plans and progress.

Digital communications

• Manage our website and social media channels, ensuring content is updated regularly.
• Lead the redesign of our website, with support from an external agency.
• Increase digital resources available for service users and professionals.
• Generate engaging content across our social channels, and develop channel-specific plans to increase our reach and impact.
• Utilise analytics to report on digital campaigns, track monthly performance across channels, and apply learnings to future activity.
• Supervise content across all channels and escalate concerns to senior management.
• Manage external email campaigns

Content creation

• Maintain our collection of brand assets and resources to promote Together Women's work.
• Create engaging content and resources for use across digital channels.
• Regularly attend events and activities in our centres to showcase our work.
• Support staff to self-serve resources and maintain consistent tone of voice and brand across our communications.
• Work with Services teams, Data and Impact team and Service Users to platform the voices and experiences of the women we work with, and the work our teams deliver.

Public Fundraising

• Develop and implement a new public fundraising strategy, in collaboration with Centre Managers, Directors and our CEO, with an initial target of £200,000 in the first 2 years, and ambition to significantly increase over the long term.
• Build a pipeline of opportunities, develop pitches and secure new supporters and funds, with a particular focus on Corporate, Grant Funders, Philanthropy and Community supporters.
• Increase Gift in Kind donations to support Centre and Central operations
• Develop and deliver donor stewardship strategies, to engage and retain donors long term.
• Ensure robust fundraising compliance, processes and procedures in place, and ensure regular review of this, including processing, recording and thanking donors
• Work closely with our Data and Impact team, to ensure any fundraising data is processed and stored in line with UK GDPR and Data protection principles.

Internal Communications

• Support delivery of our internal communications strategy in collaboration with Directors and Managers.
• Create and maintain all staff communications on SharePoint.
• Create and distribute regular staff updates, quarterly newsletters and staff surveys.
• Support planning and delivery of key staff events, such as our annual staff away day.

PR and media

• Identify media opportunities, and support Centre teams to generate local media coverage, and identify opportunities for national media coverage.
• Ensure robust processes are in place for securing and recording media permissions.
• Draft press releases as required, and create PR templates.
• Conduct media monitoring, and manage our archive of media coverage.
• Ensure clear processes in place for managing emergency media responses.
• Handle day-to-day, communication queries, internally and externally.

General communications support

• Support the HR team to compose job adverts and identify advertising channels to attract a diverse range of candidates.
• Support minute-taking in key meetings.
• Support the management of our main Admin mailbox where necessary.
• Represent Together Women at external events.

General duties

• Support and embody the mission and values of Together Women.
• Adhere to all organisational policies, code of conduct, and practices.
• Complete all mandatory organisation training.
• Actively promote equity, diversity and inclusion, and work in line with our Ethical Framework.
• Treat personal or sensitive information and data about organisations, clients, staff and projects in line with UK GDPR and Data Protection principles.
• Carry out other associated duties as needed, in line with the broad remit of the role.

please note these accountabilities do not form part of the Communications and Fundraising Manager’s contract of employment, and may be subject to amendment as the organisation's needs evolve.

Role Requirements / Person Specification

Experience and knowledge

Essential

• Demonstrable experience of working in a similar role, ideally in the non-profit/charity sector.
• Experience working in a target-led role, with a proven track record of successful fundraising and/or marketing communications growth.
• Experience working within digital communications.
• Experience of content design, creation and optimisation, working with tools such as Canva.
• Experience of using content management systems, ideally WordPress.
• Excellent copywriting and editing skills, the ability to inform and inspire, and tailor messaging for different audiences.
• Experience creating content and developing channel and platform-specific content strategies
• Experience of managing social media channels and producing regular content.
• Strong organisational skills, ability to manage multiple deadlines and effectively prioritise

Desirable

• Fundraising or Communications qualification
• Experience managing communications and fundraising compliance
• Experience working in a small or medium-sized charity
• Experience using database or CRM systems
• Experience delivering email engagement campaigns and using email delivery platforms

Skills and Abilities

• Strong communication skills, written, verbal and active listening.
• An articulate and confident communicator.
• Ability to influence, inspire and negotiate effectively.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build positive relationships, internally and externally.
• A team player, who works collaboratively and flexibly to achieve outcomes.
• Ability to manage your own time and workload efficiently, prioritise and meet deadlines
• A desire to respond positively to change, learn from mistakes and celebrate success
• Budget management and financial planning
• A positive and creative approach to working with a limited budgets

Other Requirements

• Fluent use of Microsoft 365 and IT equipment
• Able to travel locally, regionally and nationally, on occasion.
• Able to work some evenings and weekends (infrequent)
• Commitment to and understanding of safeguarding
• Commitment to undertake learning opportunities and continuing professional development.
• Commitment to anti-discriminatory practice and anti-racism, and the application of equity, diversity and inclusion principle to all areas of work.
• Commitment to upholding the rights of people facing disadvantage in the Criminal Justice System.

The post holder is expected to work within policies and procedures of Together Women and work in line with our values and behaviours within our Ethical Framework, which includes a commitment to anti-racism principles, and a commitment to supporting and promoting equity, diversity and inclusion withing the workplace so everyone feels safe and supported.

Notes

• We actively encourage applications from Black, Asian, and other racially minoritised communities, who are currently underrepresented within the charity sector.
• This post is open to women only as a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.
• This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. Due to the nature of our work, it will be necessary for an enhanced disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service for details of any previous criminal convictions which are not protected under the Act. Whilst this is a necessary requirement, we actively encourage applications from women with lived experience of the criminal justice system.

£43,762 - £52,246 pro rata, per annum

Fixed Term - 18 months

Part time - 28 hours per week

CSM - King's Cross, London UK

The opportunity

University of the Arts London (UAL) is looking for a personable individual with extensive sales experience to join us as a Graduate Consultancy Manager.

This is an exciting opportunity to join our dynamic team in a fixed term role for 18 months with a possibility to become a permanent post at the end of the contract.

As a Graduate Consultancy Manager, you will be working at the heart of the college community collaborating with creative teams of graduates and academics across all art and design disciplines.

You will project manage and connect our graduate teams with a diverse range of organisations, brands and agencies from across the world to deliver innovative designs, cultural commissions and consultancy services.

You will be joining CSM Innovation - a team that works with college staff to deliver bespoke partnerships and projects that expand innovation capacity within businesses, communities and local government. We generate income and impact for the college and opportunities for our students and graduates whilst delivering wider benefits for our partners and society.

We aim to be the first choice for organisations that want to ignite innovation and imagination in their work, and to be globally recognised as experts in creative collaboration, designing radical partnerships for a better future.

About you

Degree educated or with equivalent experience, you will have a track record of managing projects successfully, in time and to budget. 

With sales experience in either the charitable, creative or HE sector, you will have proven experience for converting contacts into sales.

You will also have a thorough understanding of client PR and marketing objectives. Knowledge of the arts and design as discipline areas is desirable.

We are UAL

University of the Arts London (UAL) generates and inspires the creativity the world needs for a better future. Since 1842, our colleges have been defining creative education. With curiosity, imagination and intent we make work which creates lasting change for people and our planet. London is core to who we are, a place where we meet and share ideas with people from different backgrounds and cultures.

For further details and to apply please click the apply button.

Closing date: 14th April 2025, 12:00.

Our culture

UAL is committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments for all staff and students to work and learn – a university where we can be ourselves and reach our full potential. We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and Staff Support Networks. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, including race, disability, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion and belief, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, and caring responsibility.

About Moseley Community Development Trust (Moseley CDT):

Moseley CDT is an independent charity dedicated to improving the neighbourhood through social, economic, and environmental initiatives. We are a community-led organisation that develops practical solutions to local issues, supporting residents, businesses, and charities.

Our core values:

• Inclusion: Ensuring our services benefit all communities.
• Positive Innovation: Encouraging creative problem-solving.
• Collaboration: Building strong partnerships for shared goals.

Role Overview:

The Communications Officer will develop and implement strategies to raise awareness of Moseley CDT’s work, engage the community, and enhance our digital presence. This role requires creativity, project management skills, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Key Responsibilities:

Digital Marketing & Social Media:

• Manage and update the Moseley CDT website with engaging and accessible content.
• Develop and implement a social media strategy across platforms incl. Facebook and Instagram.
• Create high-quality visual and written content, including graphics and short videos.
• Use scheduling tools to plan social media campaigns and track engagement.
• Analyse digital marketing performance and suggest improvements.

Content Creation & Brand Management:

• Develop compelling storytelling content, case studies, and campaign materials.
• Design digital and print materials using Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar tools.
• Ensure all communications align with Moseley CDT’s brand identity (currently in development)
• Collaborate with stakeholders to source and share relevant content.

Public Relations & Stakeholder Communications:

• Support the creation of a weekly newsletter.
• Maintain relationships with local partners and key stakeholders.
• Respond to enquiries from the public, media, and community members.

Person Specification:

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Strong writing skills, adaptable to different audiences.
• Experience managing social media, scheduling, and analytics.
• Basic design/editing skills (Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, or similar).
• Experience updating websites (WordPress).
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and teamwork.
• Commitment to Moseley CDT’s values and mission.

Desirable Skills & Experience:

• Experience creating and editing video/audio content.
• Familiarity with email marketing (Mailchimp).
• Knowledge of analytics tools for engagement tracking.
• Understanding of GDPR compliance and ethical communications.
• Experience in community engagement or charity communications.

We encourage applicants who meet most, but not necessarily all criteria to apply. This role is ideal for a proactive and creative communications professional passionate about community development and making an impact through effective storytelling and digital engagement - reach out if you're interested!

Governance Manager

Home/Office Based (Matlock)

Fixed, 37.5 hour per week permanent contract

£45,560 - £53,600 per annum

Our Governance Manager is responsible for managing and coordinating all governance work, providing support to the Board, CEO and Executive Team in all matters relating to governance and in particular for the Board and Committee meetings.

You’ll ensure that transactional activities are accurately completed within specified timeframes and co-ordinate all committees of the YHA Board and advise on and implement good governance practice.

Why work for YHA?

Join our team and enjoy a range of exclusive staff benefits that support your well-being and career growth:

• 10 nights free hostel stays per year for you and up to 3 friends or family
• Access to YHA’s staff discount and cash back portal
• Free YHA Membership each year
• Access to support via our Employee Assistance Program

What will you be doing?

• Lead and advising on all matters relating to governance including the constitution, memorandum and articles of association, standing orders and codes of conduct, including leading the implementation of any changes agreed by the Board.
• Provide best practice governance advice and support to the Chair, Board, CEO and Executive team, ensuring regulatory/codes of practice compliance, ongoing review of consultations on charity governance and promoting good governance in practice.
• Provide governance support to the Board, Audit and Risk Committee, Finance Committee, People, Remuneration, Impact and Engagement Committee, and the National Officers and Committee Chairs meeting and any other meetings linked to governance.
• Monitor changes in relevant governance legislation and the regulatory environment and take appropriate action.
• Project manage the organisation and delivery of the Annual General Meeting
• Plan and co-ordinate the annual Trustee induction programme.
• Responsible for the administration of the Company, for example: maintaining statutory company records and making the appropriate governance filings to Companies House and the Charity Commission.
• You’ll be the Company Secretary for YHA (England and Wales) and YHA Trading Limited.
• Assist the CEO and Executive with internal and external promotion, PR or other publications and events as required and particularly in relation to corporate governance and Board related issues.
• Develop relationships of trust and confidence, working pro-actively with the Chair, individual Board members, the CEO, Executive team, and external lawyers, where appropriate. You’ll be key in liaising between National Office teams and Board members.

What Skills and Experience do you need?

• Experience of providing governance support at Board level.
• Chartered Membership of the Chartered Governance Institute (or equivalent) or studying towards the qualification or suitable other experience. Experience of working independently, pro-actively and sensitively with senior stakeholders (Chair, CEO, Board members, Exec directors).
• Excellent project management skills and experience.
• Project team leadership skills and experience.
• Experience of budgetary control.
• Experience and in-depth knowledge of corporate and charity governance, including of company secretary functional requirements.
• Friendly, supportive, authoritative and approachable with the ability to adapt communication style to build positive relationships and provide proactive support for internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
• Able to take comprehensive and accurate minutes at speed.
• Able to adapt written communication style to deal with formal Board and governance communications, but equally at home with more informal communications when appropriate.
• Good level of IT skills particularly Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint and a working knowledge of portals for distributing and viewing board and committee papers.
• Very well organised, self-motivated and able to demonstrate initiative, to deal authoritatively with providing best practice advice, peaks and troughs in workload, and conflicting priorities including between departments and individuals.
• Able and willing to flex hours worked in order to cover Board and AGM meeting at weekends and frequent evenings and occasional early mornings (for committee meetings and distribution of Board and Committee papers) and travel to hostels throughout the network to support Board and other meetings, for which Time Off in Lieu will be provided.
• Flexible and adaptable, and willing to support the Chair, Board, CEO, Executive Team, and External Affairs Team.
• A good understanding of charity governance, operational and departmental organisation and requirements.
• A discreet and trusted confidante and source of advice for the Chair and CEO when needed, including tactful handling of sensitive/political issues.
• An advocate of YHA at all times, supporting our charitable object, vision and HEART values.
• Holds a current driving licence or able to travel independently, including to rural locations. For more information about the role and the skills and experience required, please refer to the job description.

At YHA, we understand the richness of life experiences, and we place just as much importance on lived experiences as we do on skills and knowledge. We provide a robust induction, ongoing training, and opportunities for personal growth. While certain roles may require specific skills, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Who are YHA?

YHA is a social enterprise with a mission to enrich the lives of all, especially young people. YHA does this by providing brilliant hostel stays and experiences that improve physical health, mental wellbeing and life skills.

We are looking for a Regional Development Lead to join our award winning Rail team at Samaritans.

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• Permanent contract
• Full time, 35 hours per week with flexible working practices
• £32,850 per annum
• Home based contract - this role is primarily worked from home with significant travel across the North West & Central rail route region.
• We are passionate about flexible working, talk to us about your preferences 

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As Regional Development Lead you’ll be helping to make a huge difference to the lives of those that work and use the railways in the region, as you support us in our life saving suicide prevention work. In this exciting role and working with our award winning rail programme, you’ll provide expert care and advice within the rail networks within the region.

​In this role you’ll be an expert advisory support link for the rail industries and local community partners. You’ll have experience of stakeholder engagement and partnership working. Warm, personable and friendly, you’ll be able to build and maintain relationships with many different groups of people.

​You’ll need compassion and resilience to work with exposure to incidents that may be upsetting.

Organised and methodical you’ll also be an effective Project manager with enthusiasm and a good understanding of mental health and suicide prevention.

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The Region

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Working alongside other Regional Development Leads, this role is responsible for the North West and Central route region (primarily covering the Network Rail routes on the rail infrastructure.

The successful candidate will be based within/adjacent to this region to enable them to fulfil the travel requirements of the role.  

Working remotely, you’ll be a self-starter but also have the support of the wider rail team at Samaritans. 

This is a brilliant opportunity to work with Samaritans at a critical time. As the country recovers from the pandemic, and the cost of living continues to increase, we must ensure we have the right measures in place to support mental health and prevent suicide.

​A full outline of the role can be found in the Job description here. 

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Employee Benefits

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We offer some brilliant benefits including flexible working, family-friendly policies, and training to support your development. You'll have 28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and we match your pension contribution up to 5%. You can claim money back via a Health Cash Plan and wellbeing options including a free subscription to Headspace and a PerkBox account.

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Find out more about working for us in our recruitment brochure here. 

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Application

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Samaritans is wholly committed to inclusion and diversity and to building a culture and environment where everyone is appreciated for the unique person they are. We warmly welcome applications from a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to making our recruitment processes accessible to everyone and are flexible in how we receive information. If you would like to apply via a different format or let us know how we can support you to be the best you can be, please contact the People team.

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, please apply. You’ll be asked to upload your CV and a covering letter outlining your transferable skills and experience. You’ll also be asked to answer some application questions. This role will close for applications at midnight on 9th April, with interviews taking place in the week of the 28th April.

Down Syndrome UK (DSUK) is a vibrant, proactive national charity working with more than 5,000 families with a child or young person with Down syndrome. Our vision is for people with Down syndrome to lead their best lives.

Role Overview

This role is responsible for achieving fundraising targets, managing the community fundraising team and freelance grant writer(s), and leading all marketing initiatives, including social media management.

 Reporting to the CEO, this role is ideal for someone with a strong background in fundraising, marketing, and team management who is passionate about making a difference.

Key Responsibilities

Fundraising

• Develop and implement a strategic fundraising plan to meet financial targets.
• Identify and develop new funding opportunities, including corporate sponsorships, business network, regular giving, legacies and fundraising campaigns.
• Support and manage the community fundraising team to maximise income from individual giving, sponsored events, and community-led initiatives.
• Oversee and work closely with the freelance grant writer(s) to ensure timely and high-quality funding applications.
• Maintain and develop relationships with funders, donors, and key stakeholders, providing impact reports and updates. Develop and deliver innovative fundraising events and campaigns.
• Ensure compliance with fundraising regulations and best practices.

 Marketing and Communications

• Develop and implement an effective marketing strategy to enhance awareness, engagement, uptake of services and fundraising.
• Oversee all communications, ensuring a consistent and compelling message aligned with the charity’s vision.
• Work with Trustees and the Senior Management Team to significantly build our brand.
• Manage the social media team, ensuring engaging, timely, and impactful content across platforms.
• Oversee content creation for digital and print marketing materials, newsletters, press releases, and the website.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of marketing campaigns and adjust strategies as needed.
• Strengthen relationships with media outlets and influencers to increase the charity’s profile. 

 Team and Budget Management 

• Lead and support the community fundraising team, the marketing and communications team and freelance grant writer(s), ensuring alignment with organisational goals.
• Monitor budgets related to fundraising and marketing activities, ensuring cost-effective resource allocation and achieving ROI targets.
• Report on fundraising and marketing performance, providing regular updates to senior management and trustees.

Person Specification

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience in fundraising, with a strong track record of meeting or exceeding income targets.
• Experience in marketing, communications, or public relations, ideally within the charity sector.
• Strong leadership and people management skills, with experience managing teams and external contractors.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage a range of audiences.
• Strategic thinking, with the ability to identify and capitalise on fundraising and marketing opportunities.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Knowledge of SEO optimisation, social media management and digital marketing strategies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with CRM and fundraising platforms.

 Desirable Skills & Experience:

•  Experience in grant writing and securing funding from trusts and foundations.
• Knowledge of Google Ads and analytics.
• Familiarity of using Sales Force.
• Knowledge of fundraising regulations and best practices.
• Experience working with volunteers and community groups.
• A personal connection to or experience within the Down syndrome or wider disability community.

 Additional Information

• This is a remote role, but you will need to sometimes travel to attend events and meetings.
• Some evening and weekend work may be required to support fundraising events and campaigns

Closing date 14th April 2025.

Head of Marketing, Fundraising and Stakeholder Relations

Location: Worcester (Head Office) / Hybrid Working Available
Additional office: Hereford
Salary: £41,496 - £43,516 (pro rata)
Hours: 22.5 - 30 hours per week
Contract: Permanent

At WMRSASC, your work truly matters. You will play a vital role in securing funding and raising awareness to support survivors of sexual violence. Your work will directly contribute to life-changing services while securing long-term financial sustainability for the charity.

We are a values-driven team, offering flexibility, professional growth, and a supportive workplace where your contributions are recognised and celebrated.

About the Role:

As Head of Marketing, Fundraising, and Stakeholder Relations, you will:

• Drive income generation through corporate sponsorships, donor engagement, and self-funding initiatives.
• Lead marketing strategies to enhance WMRSASC’s brand and visibility.
• Develop strategic partnerships with funders, businesses, policymakers, and key stakeholders.
• Manage multi-channel marketing campaigns across digital, press, and PR.
• Identify and secure funding bids and tenders for long-term sustainability.
• Oversee impactful fundraising events that align with our strategic goals.
• A key aspect of this role is to develop sustainable revenue streams to cover your own salary and contribute to the charity’s financial growth.

What We’re Looking For

We are seeking a strategic, results-driven professional with:

• Proven experience in marketing, fundraising, and stakeholder engagement.
• A strong track record of income generation and financial sustainability.
• Expertise in branding, digital marketing, and multi-channel campaigns.
• Experience in corporate sponsorship, donor engagement, and bid writing.
• The ability to build long-term partnerships with funders and stakeholders.
• Passion for WMRSASC’s mission and a drive for social impact.

What We Offer

• Hybrid & Flexible Working.
• 26 days holiday 8 statutory holidays (pro rata) – Increasing to 31 days after 5 years.
• 5% Employer Pension Contribution – Investing in your future.
• Benenden Health Scheme – Prioritising your well-being.
• Accredited training & career development – Grow with us.
• Regular management supervision & support – Your success matters.

Join Us!

Are you ready to use your marketing and fundraising expertise to drive real social impact? Join WMRSASC and be part of something truly meaningful.

Apply today and make a difference!

WMRSASC are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks will be required.

As an equal opportunities employer, West Mercia Rape & Sexual Abuse Support Centre (WMRSASC) is committed to ensuring the fair and equal treatment of all current and prospective employees. We do not condone discrimination based on age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.

We aspire to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join WMRSASC.

CLOSING DATE: 11/04/2025

REF-220328

Hybrid working – Within commuting distance of Redcar, Doncaster, Blackburn, Birmingham, London, Bradford, Bristol or Liverpool

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Marketing Manager to join our national Partnerships team. You will be responsible for designing and delivering end-to-end recruitment marketing campaigns, working with our external digital agency.

The National Institute of Teaching (NIoT) has an unswerving commitment to high-quality, evidence-informed teacher education and is on a mission to improve the quality of teacher and leader development across the system. Our programmes are designed by teachers and leaders who understand the joys and pressures of school life. We work in collaboration with schools across the country, ensuring that our findings benefit all schools, teachers and leaders.

The Partnerships team is responsible for the marketing, communication and recruitment of all our programmes nationally, as well as developing our brand and story and sharing our research. 

About the role

To be successful, you will have multiple years of campaign marketing experience and the ability to use and analyse data and work with senior stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.

As the Marketing Manager, you will be responsible for designing and delivering end-to-end recruitment marketing campaigns, working with our external digital agency. This is a hybrid role, and it is anticipated that the postholder will work on campus one day per fortnight. We offer flexible working and are open to considering part-time hours for the right candidate.

This is a role with great variety and the opportunity to own national strategy and make a difference.

As Marketing Manager, you will:

• Support the Director of Recruitment and Marketing to ensure successful recruitment for programmes.
• Design, implement and lead annual marketing strategies, including digital, print and in-person.
• Develop marketing toolkits that can be utilised by regional and AC staff.
• Work in close partnership with programme colleagues to ensure campaigns highlight and promote programme USPs and are a true reflection of the participant experience.
• Develop the brand guidelines and support our key stakeholders to live by these guidelines, ensuring that we develop a clearly distinct NIoT voice, look and feel.
• Coordinate and support relevant events (centrally and in our four regions) that support recruitment.
• Work closely with our Communications Manager, PR and Policy Manager and Events Coordinator to ensure alignment of activities and a comprehensive brand offer.
• Supported by the Head of Recruitment and Marketing, manage the marketing budget to ensure value for money.

We think a wide range of different work and educational experiences could support you to be successful in this role. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries and are committed to employing a team that has diverse skills, experiences and abilities.

Key benefits:

• Highly competitive pay and pay progression opportunities.
• Flexible start and end working times.
• Flexible working opportunities, including hybrid working.
• At least 27 days’ holiday a year (plus 8 bank holidays) rising to 33 days after five years’ service.
• Entry to the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• A stimulating, supportive and rewarding working environment with a dedicated team of like-minded professionals.
• Excellent opportunities to develop your skills and experience and to progress your career.

For more information and to apply, please visit our vacancies page.

Closing date: 6 April 2025.

This post requires a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) with a Children’s Barred List Check, and an Occupational Health Check is required as a condition of employment.

Citizens Advice Westminster works to make a difference to the lives of people in Westminster. We deliver a high quality, agile advice service which reflects community issues and needs. Our service puts people first.

As a Gateway Assessor you will be part of a busy team at Citizens Advice Westminster, answering phone, face to face and digital social welfare law enquiries from residents across the City Council and providing them with information and assessment. You will be provided with full training and support, in order to ensure client’s needs are accurately and quickly assessed within Citizens Advice guidelines and standards.

Do you share the same passion as us that no one should be left disadvantaged due to lack of knowledge about one’s rights and responsibilities?

You will need to be a strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to deal with a diverse range of people including vulnerable clients, and be able to communicate at all levels. You would also need to have good working knowledge of Microsoft ICT packages, and be flexible to work a later shift up to once a week if required.

We will offer the right candidate a generous salary along with other benefits such as annual season ticket loans, career breaks, and the opportunity to develop yourself professionally. You will be part of a warm and friendly work culture where opinions are valued. We can also offer a flexible hybrid working environment where you can work some days from home.

If you are ready to be a part of this community organisation offering a vital service to people who need our help, then click apply and complete the application process, demonstrating how you meet the competencies in the Person Specification in your supporting statement.

Citizens Advice Westminster value diversity, promote equality and challenge discrimination. We strongly encourage applicants from all parts of society and believe that diversity is what makes us the leaders in what we do.

Closing Date: 23rd April 2025, 5pm

Job Title: Fundraising Journeys Lead

Location: Hybrid (with 1 day per week in the London Office) or Home-Based

Hours: 35 hrs per week 

Contract type: 18-month fixed term contract  

Salary: £44,892 per annum (Hybrid) - £40,809 per annum (Home-based)

 

What we do: We help young people through cancer

How we work: We’re Determined, United, Spirited and Kind

What we’re looking for:  

· Someone that can lead the development of a Fundraising Supporter Journey strategy, to ensure we engage and retain our fundraisers and increase life-time value

· Someone who can work in a collaborative and influential way with colleagues, across multiple teams, to improve our understanding of our fundraisers and help embed a supporter-centric approach

· Someone who can utilise analytical skills, drive an insight-led approach and identify opportunities, trends and gaps to increase fundraiser engagement

· Someone who can create a holistic Fundraising Journey, utilising different platforms and means, based on supporter needs and market insight

What we offer: 

· Leave: 25 days of annual leave, which increases with service, in addition to bank holidays and a 3 or 4 day closure over the Christmas period. We also have finish early Fridays in August and quarterly rest days to step away from day-to-day work and refocus.

· Paid Carer and Compassionate Leave: paid time off to care for family members or dependants. 

· Paid Parental Leave: enhanced pay for parental leave such as maternity leave, paternity leave or adoption leave. 

· Paid Volunteering Leave: support your community by taking paid leave for volunteering activities. 

· Health Cashback Plan: access a health cashback plan to cover medical expenses. 

· Life assurance and Income Protection: financial support if you’re unable to work due to illness or injury.

· Discount scheme: access exclusive savings at various high street retailers and gyms. 

· Flexible Working: we care about your wellbeing and encourage flexible work arrangements to promote work-life balance. 

How to apply: 

You’ll need to register on our portal, complete a short application and answer four questions about your skills and experience in relation to the role.

Key dates:  

Applications by 29th April. 1st interviews held online 7th May and 2nd interviews held face to face in London on 15th May.

Our commitment to inclusion and accessibility: 

At Teenage Cancer Trust one of our key focuses is around equity and making sure our services are accessible and inclusive to all young people with cancer, with no-one left behind. We have the same goal for people working with us. Teenage Cancer Trust is committed to recognising and valuing individual differences and the contributions of all people.  

Should you require any assistance or adjustments to support your application or interview process, such as additional time for tasks, meeting the panellists beforehand, information in another format or a different interview format (online/offline/in person), please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the HR Team.

We are a Disability Confident employer which means we have committed to offering interviews to disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria for the role listed under the 'What you'll bring to the team' section of the job description. If you would like to opt into this scheme, please tick yes on the application form.

Privacy and Safeguarding: 

At Teenage Cancer Trust we take our commitment to safeguarding seriously and work to protect and promote the rights of the young people who we support. Our safeguarding responsibilities extend to the children and adults who work to support the charity, who we also have a duty of care to protect. Safeguarding is at the forefront of each activity we carry out. In line with our approach, this role is subject to a DBS check (Disclosure and Barring Service).  

For information on how we collect, store and process personal data please get in touch with the HR Team.

About Ataxia UK 

Ataxia is the umbrella term for a group of neurological conditions and Ataxia UK is the UK’s leading ataxia support and research charity. Ataxia UK collaborates with the global ataxia community through our Research team, and we are on the board of the international non-profit association, Euro-ataxia. Our Services team focuses on helping everyone affected by ataxia in the UK to live their best life. We have a Helpline and Advocacy service providing information, advice, and 1-2-1 support to help people access their rights; whilst the Community Engagement service provides activities, engagement and volunteering opportunities to bring the ataxia community together and reduce feelings of isolation.  

About the Role   

You will be joining at an exciting time for Ataxia UK as we enter our 60th anniversary year.

Responsible for the communications officer as well as a range of external suppliers, you will lead the day-to-day communications function as a key member of the Fundraising & Communications department. Working closely with the new Director of Fundraising & Communications, you will have the opportunity to help shape Ataxia UK’s new communications and brand strategy. You will work closely with the Director and Managers from the Fundraising team to engage and cultivate our network of Friends and volunteers, celebrity ambassadors, donors and fundraisers through dynamic marketing and communications assets and materials.

Ataxia UK operates a hybrid- working policy, with full time staff working 5 days a week expected to work from our offices in Highgate a minimum of 2 days a week. This is adjusted to 1 day per week for part time. 

About you 

You will be a creative and dedicated communications professional looking for a new challenge and excited by the opportunity to help shape our new strategy. You will be someone who thrives in a project-management environment, as comfortable learning as you are leading, and able to work both independently and closely with colleagues and external suppliers.

Organised and details-focused, you are confident using data to help steer and focus our communications outputs. You will have a keen understanding of how the role can support our fundraising and you will have experience working closely with fundraising teams or on income-generating projects or events.  As curator of our brand and messaging, you will have the skills and experience to ensure we positively represent the interests of the ataxia community, and you will be someone who shares our commitment to supporting those affected by ataxia. 

Benefits of working for us. 

• 25 days annual leave (rising to 30 with a length of service)

• Access to a free Employee Assistance Programme & Employee Hotline 

• Flexible hybrid working 

• Pension scheme 

• Cycle to work scheme 

• Training and development opportunities 

• Extra day of annual leave for your birthday 

• Accredited Living Wage Employer 

• Staff travel loans – 3 months pass 

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