Programme Manager Jobs in Central London, Greater London
We are a not-for-profit organisation committed to increasing the diversity and numbers of young people entering engineering and technology to meet the future workforce needs, as well as promoting roles that help us work towards net zero and drive environmental sustainability.
Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for ensuring legal and regulatory compliance? We are looking for a dynamic Legal and Compliance Manager to join the Business Operations team working with us to navigate the world of contracts, compliance and procurement.
About EngineeringUK
Our purpose is to drive change so more young people choose engineering and technology careers.
Our vision is that the UK has the workforce needed for engineering and technology to thrive, to improve sustainability and to achieve net zero.
Our mission is to enable more young people from all backgrounds to be informed, inspired and progress into engineering and technology.
In the UK, we don’t have enough engineers and demand is going up. So, we need more young people to realise there could be a future for them in engineering and technology. To really thrive, we need a stronger, more diverse and representative workforce and for that we have to do things differently to make engineering more appealing.
We are a not-for-profit working with hundreds of organisations across business, education, professional institutions and the third sector so we can all grow the future talent pool together. We drive that collective effort through research and evidence, leadership, activities for schools and advocacy, with a focus on long-term sustainability.
We guided by a series of values that we apply to all our activity:
· We are inclusive and care about diversity. We understand that we have different needs and create opportunities for everyone's voice to be heard
· We are collaborative. We listen, share and work in partnership to achieve our vision
· We are curious and keen to learn. We challenge ourselves and others to innovate and experiment
· We are insightful. We evaluate what we do and draw on research to make decisions and to improve our collective understanding
· We are driven by a strong sense of purpose. We are determined to make an impact and achieve our goals
About the role
This role supports the Associate Director of Business Operations and the wider organisation in providing robust legal and compliance services covering contract review and negotiation, GDPR, Safeguarding, Insurance and Internal Audit. Reporting to the Associate Director Business Operations you will be expected to work closely with the Executive Team and other members of staff to aid the effective running of the organisation.
This role also leads on procurement across the organisation working with teams to ensure the charity is getting value for money for the goods and services it sources. This position is highly visible and involves regular interaction with all levels of the organisation, including the board, as well as external partners and funders. Therefore, we seek an individual with experience in working closely with these groups of stakeholders
The role is London based at our office at 10 Lower Thames Street, London EC3R 6EN and may involve some travel in the UK. We believe that hybrid working has many benefits and are pleased to offer flexible working with a minimum of 2 days (or 40%) a week in the office and the option for a flexible start and end to the working day in our vibrant central London office overlooking the Thames. Further details on our flexible working practices can be discussed at interview or you can reach out to a member of our HR team.
Further details of the role can be found in the job description and person specification.
Person specification
Essential Skills / Competencies
• Significant experience of contract reviews including risk identification, negotiation and editing of boiler plate contracts.
• Significant experience of the UK GDPR and relevant data protection legislation.
• Experience of Safeguarding.
• Able to provide advice and to know when to seek legal advice in relation to company law, GDPR and Safeguarding.
• Experience of working with people across an organisation to support and encourage them to deliver to deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to liaise effectively with a variety of stakeholders across all levels both internally and externally, for example including colleagues, partner organisations and industry professionals.
• Ability to work independently and prioritise own tasks and time, while also managing multiple tasks concurrently
• Excellent planning and organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work to deadlines.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office software packages such as PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, Word.
• Commitment to our mission and values, you will be able to engage with our values and work in a way that supports our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion
Education / level of experience
• Qualification in contract law.
• Experience of working in a small to medium sized organisation with charity status.
• Experience of Juro or similar contract lifecycle management systems.
EngineeringUK is committed to being an inclusive workplace, where everyone feels they belong. This is supported by the dedicated work we are doing to ensure our policies and practices are inclusive and that our staff are trained to be able to fulfil this commitment.
We value the benefits of a diverse workforce and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. Our recruitment process is designed to be as accessible and inclusive as possible and to ensure people are individually assessed regardless of their backgrounds or characteristics. We are an equal opportunities employer and are open to flexible working, including job share.
Applying for this role
Applications
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The deadline for applications is 12:00 noon on 4th March.
Interviews
Applications will be assessed against the requirements for the post as set out in the Role Profile and Person Specification.
We are a Disability Confident committed employer. We guarantee an interview to any disabled people who meet the minimum requirements of the role. Additionally, if there are any reasonable adjustments we can make to make this process easier for you then we are happy to do so. Just complete the relevant sections of the online application form.
We aim to notify candidates who have been shortlisted on 6th March. If you have not heard from us after this date, please assume that you have not been successful.
First interviews will be held on 11th March.
What can we offer you?
• Competitive salary
• 28 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), in addition we normally close for the Christmas week
• Competitive pension (10% employer contribution)
• Annual bonus opportunity
• Flexible working
• A vibrant office with terrace overlooking the Thames embankment and Tower Bridge
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Life Insurance (4 x salary)
• Long term illness/incapacity insurance cover (permanent health insurance or PHI)
• Annual private health check for all employees over 40 once they have completed their probationary period and to employees over 35 after 3 years’ service
• Discounted gym membership
• Yearly flu vaccination
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The Association of Directors of Public Health (ADPH) is a Charity and Company Limited by guarantee and is the representative body for Directors of Public Health (DPH) in the UK.
It seeks to improve and protect the health of the population through collating and presenting the views of DsPH; advising on public health policy and legislation at a local, regional, national and international level; facilitating a support network for DsPH; and providing opportunities for DsPH to develop professional practice.
The Association has a rich heritage, its origins dating back more than 160 years. It is a collaborative organisation working in partnership with others to maximise the voice for public health.
We are now looking to appoint to the role of Public Affairs Manager who, supporting the Head of External Affairs, will help to deliver the Associations External Affairs strategy, influencing through strong relationships with key external stakeholders.
The successful candidate will have existing Public Affairs experience of developing successful strategies to influence legislation or government policy, be politically astute and have a proven ability to tailor their briefings etc to influence different audiences.
They will have a knowledge of the UK political system and the mechanisms and tactics that can be used to secure change, have excellent organisational and prioritisation skills and be an enthusiastic and pro-active self-starter, with a flexible in approach that can adapt to changing circumstances.
The Association has offices in central London, but is currently operating a hybrid working model so welcomes candidates from across the UK, though attendance at ‘in person’ ADPH team meetings will be expected. Further details can be requested ahead of your application by contacting Mark Hamblett.
Your application must be accompanied by a covering letter that outlining why you would be suitable for the role, and the successful candidate will be required to provide evidence that they are entitled to work on a permanent basis in the UK.
Please note we will be interviewing throughout the term of the recruitment process and so reserve the right to close this opportunity ahead of its stated closing date shouod a suitable candidate be selected.
All applications must be accompanied by a written statement outlining why you feel you are suitable for the role to be considered for interview.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Ashinaga UK is seeking a driven and well-organised Partnerships Manager to propel our fundraising efforts, with the goal of advancing the Ashinaga Africa Initiative by securing funding to create new scholarships and opportunities for orphaned youth. This role will play a key part in expanding our impact and supporting the education and leadership development of young leaders from sub-Saharan Africa.
The Ashinaga movement was founded in Japan in the 1960s and has since expanded across the globe, empowering over 110,000 orphaned youth with access to education and support to achieve their full potential. The Ashinaga Africa Initiative was launched 10 years ago with the aim of equipping future leaders for Africa through undergraduate scholarships and leadership development opportunities. Ashinaga UK is proud to be part of this global movement, contributing to the mission of transforming lives and communities through education. Our work is primarily in the UK through collaboration with key university partners and donors.
The Partnerships Manager will be responsible for securing and building funding partnerships, overseeing external communications, and grant applications. The Partnerships Manager will work closely with the Managing Director. This is a part-time role.
Key Responsibilities
- Work with the Managing Director to develop and execute the fundraising strategy.
- Manage existing funding partnerships.
- Secure partnerships with corporations, foundations, individual donors, and UK universities to advance our mission and support our programming.
- Identify new funding opportunities, cultivate relationships, write proposals, and report on progress.
- Write grant proposals to secure funding from grant-making bodies.
- Oversee the partnerships database, donor reporting, and contribute to the annual Charity Commission trustee report.
- Create external communication materials, including website content and promotional materials.
- Plan and coordinate external-facing events.
Essential Criteria
- Right to work in the UK.
- Role is based in London, however applicants throughout the UK are encouraged to apply. The role requires travelling to London or elsewhere in the UK from time to time.
- Proven track record in establishing and nurturing partnerships to advance a charity’s mission.
- Strong experience forming and managing new funding partnerships successfully.
Desired Criteria
- Proven track record of leading successful fundraising projects and winning funding.
- Ability to strategize and develop innovative approaches to engage potential donors and advance them along a partnership ladder.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messages to diverse audiences, including corporate partners, individual donors, and internal stakeholders.
- Demonstrate experience in writing compelling proposals to secure funding from grant-making bodies.
- Knowledge of the charity sector and fundraising regulations.
- Experience fundraising within the international development, widening participation and/or education sector.
- Experience planning and coordinating events, such as donor receptions, corporate sponsor events, and webinars.
- Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with organisational objectives.
- Ability to create new or upgrade existing processes and structures to allow for the effective delivery of strategy.
- Able to efficiently use a wide range of online tools, including spreadsheets, databases, and cloud-based applications.
- Experience using CRM systems to manage and analyse data and produce reports.
- Ability to work in French and/or Portuguese is a plus but not essential.
Personal Characteristics
- Passion for Ashinaga UK's mission: A genuine commitment to empowering orphaned youth through education and supporting the Ashinaga Africa Initiative's mission.
- Excellent interpersonal skills: Strong relationship-building abilities, with the capacity to engage and manage a variety of stakeholders, including donors and corporate partners.
- Adaptable and resourceful: Comfortable working in a dynamic environment with some degree of ambiguity, able to create processes that may not yet exist and get involved in projects that may require learning new skills.
- Organised and detail-oriented: High level of attention to detail in managing data, preparing reports, and ensuring accuracy in all communications and documentation.
- Self-motivated: Ability to work independently, take initiative, and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
- Collaborative mindset: Willingness to work closely with colleagues, volunteers, and external partners to achieve shared goals.
Other Information
- Ashinaga UK takes a flexible approach to working, with core hours and an understanding and consideration for work-life balance and personal commitments.
- Interviews will be conducted on an ongoing basis, so we encourage early applications.
- Ashinaga Association in the UK is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and ensuring that all job applicants receive fair treatment, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
Please note: we are not accepting applications from agencies or fundraising organisations.
Empowering orphaned youth from across the African continent with education & leadership opportunities to tackle community issues & promote development
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
TPP are recruiting a Disability and Children Programme Services Lead on behalf of our client, a Health and Social Care organisation.
The Role:
As the Disability and Children Programme Services Lead, you will oversee the day-to-day operations of key services such as community support programmes and short break initiatives. In this role, you will lead a dedicated team, ensuring excellent service delivery, regulatory compliance, and a person-centred approach in all activities.
Main responsibilities:
- Oversee and manage daily operations to ensure services meet the desired outcomes for clients.
- Lead, motivate, and support staff and volunteers to deliver innovative, inclusive, and high-quality programmes.
- Ensure services are delivered safely, with care, and in full compliance with policies and budgets.
- Build strong relationships with clients, families, and stakeholders, ensuring their feedback is used to improve services.
- Provide leadership in safeguarding, performance management, staff development, and financial oversight.
- Solid leadership experience in a social care setting, with the ability to inspire and manage teams effectively.
- Strong organisational skills with experience in planning and monitoring service delivery and outcomes.
- Excellent communication skills, with a person-centred approach and commitment to delivering inclusive, high-quality support.
- Experience in budgeting, compliance, and safeguarding, with a proven record of maintaining service excellence.
TPP are always keen to speak with candidates looking to work in the sector so if this role isn’t quite right for you, please do check out our website www.tpp.co.uk and pop your CV over to us!
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.
This role sits within the wider Operations team, and is dedicated to ensuring the highest standard of financial management to enable RFUK to fulfil its mission. The role is pivotal to safeguarding the financial integrity and sustainability of RFUK.
Reporting to the Head of Operations & Compliance, the Finance Manager will be responsible for overseeing and managing the charity’s financial operations, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, regulations, and donor requirements. You will work closely with senior leadership to provide accurate and timely financial reporting, support budget planning, and provide strategic financial advice to help the charity achieve its objectives. The successful post-holder will also line manage the Finance Officer.
The ideal candidate will bring at least five years of experience in a senior finance role. They will have a proven track record in financial management, charity accounting and operational excellence.
The candidate will be contributing positively to our dynamic organisational ethos and values and cross-team working where all ideas are valued, and innovation is encouraged. They will be able to fit well into a fast-paced, demanding and high impact environment with an international focus.
We are looking for someone with an interest in the role as we take on new challenges in developing our new 10-year vision. The role represents an exciting opportunity for a candidate who wants to make a real difference working for an organisation that consistently punches above its weight, and who possesses the necessary drive, as well as a commitment to both human rights and environmental protection.
We provide a friendly, humble and welcoming team environment. This includes weekly staff team and catch-up meetings with line managers, flexible working arrangements, and opportunities for learning and professional development.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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At Book Aid International we are delighted to be recruiting a new Trusts Manager. This role is responsible for Book Aid International’s diverse portfolio of existing trust and foundation funders, as well as securing funding from new trusts to support the delivery and expansion of our transformative work.
As part of a dedicated small team, you’ll receive support from the Head of Fundraising and key staff to ensure successful applications, while also having the opportunity to shape and take ownership of the trust fundraising strategy and income stream.
The ideal candidate will be inspired by and committed to our vision of a world where everyone has access to books.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Grade: 4
Position type: Full-time 37.5 hours week, Permanent (part time/flexible working will be considered
Responsible to: Senior Philanthropy and Partnerships Manager
Location: Remote (UK), within reasonable commuting distance to London to accommodate regular donor meetings. This may be up to once a week.
Role purpose:
ShelterBox’s income from major donors has increased significantly in recent years – we are now seeking a Philanthropy Manager to accelerate this growth and build upon a promising pipeline of donors in and around London. You will work with our ambitious and high-performing Philanthropy and Partnerships team to connect high net-worth individuals with ShelterBox’s lifesaving work.
This role will work closely with the Senior Philanthropy and Partnerships Manger and an existing Philanthropy Manager, whilst being supported by the Stewardship and Research Officer and Philanthropy and Partnerships Assistant.
Who are we looking for?
We are looking for a passionate, proactive and driven individual who will build a strong pipeline of high-value prospects to help us deliver emergency shelter to the most vulnerable people hit by conflict, disaster and the climate crisis.
Playing a substantial role in driving forward our philanthropy activity, you will engage new and existing supporters to maximise their income potential. You must be able to present a compelling case for support, both in writing and verbally, and be able to build relationships easily, both externally and internally.
This is a perfect opportunity for a driven, articulate, and personable relationship fundraiser who wants to play a pivotal part in scaling ShelterBox’s impact.
Duties will include but not be limited to:
· Work with ShelterBox’s Philanthropy Advisory Board to grow the major donor pipeline and portfolio, particularly focusing on donors in an around London.
· Effectively manage a portfolio of existing major donors: developing strong and personal relationships, delivering bespoke stewardship and communication plans to ensure donors feel part of ShelterBox; providing them with inspiring stories, unique engagement opportunities, and strong impact reporting.
· Develop a wide range of compelling communications for prospects and existing major donors including proposals, reports, and deliver concise and engaging updates via email, phone and in person.
· Work with the Senior Philanthropy and Partnerships Manager, Head of Philanthropy & Partnerships, Director of Fundraising and Communications, and CEO to steward to the top high-level donors.
· Working with the Head of Philanthropy & Partnerships to refine and implement the major donor strategy.
· Work closely with the Stewardship and Research Officer to carry out targeted prospect research, and develop bespoke and strategic cultivation plans for prospective donors currently in the pipeline.
· Support with the development and implementation of cultivation and stewardship events to deepen donor engagement.
· Utilise the grant management system when securing restricted income (i.e. tracking pipeline, asks, restricted income secured, reporting requirements).
· Act as the subject matter expert (SME) to provide knowledge and expertise in major donor fundraising and the wider ShelterBox team (UK and global affiliates).
· Maximise the benefits of the CRM to create and implement cultivation and stewardship journeys for high-level funders, keeping records updated and following Data Protection regulations.
· Be active in the fundraising sector, know and follow the latest fundraising legislation and codes of practice, seek out peer learning and peer mentoring opportunities, network and contribute.
· Represent ShelterBox as required and always work in line with our aims, values and plans.
· As part of an emergency organisation there will be times when you will be required to work evenings and weekends at short notice in response to a disaster
· Any other duties as required which are deemed appropriate to the level and grade of the post.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Salary: £32-34,000 per annum
Contract length: Initial two-year contract, potential to renew.
Hours: 35 hour per week.
Location: Hybrid at Thames21 offices and home working. Delivering training sessions at locations across London, occasionally at other locations where the charity works.
Responsible to: EMPOWER Rivers Programme Manager
THAMES21
Thames21 is a leading environmental charity, working across London and the Thames Basin to deliver high-impact nature-based solutions to the climate and biodiversity crisis through restoring rivers, whilst also connecting communities to their local green-blue spaces and inspiring long-term stewardship of them.
THE ROLE
We are seeking a skilled River Skills Officer to join the EMPOWER Rivers team working on our projects in London and the Thames Basin. This role offers an opportunity for the post holder to lead on the delivery and development of Thames21’s environmental training programme, which aims to empower communities to take independent action for rivers.
The key skill for this role is the ability to create and deliver inclusive, engaging and inspiring courses that help people understand what makes a healthy river; explore the crucial role that rivers play in our lives; and demonstrate how everyone can be involved in protecting, maintaining and improving London’s blue-green spaces.
The key value for this role is a passion for rivers and learning, coupled with the ability to share that enthusiasm with diverse groups of people, helping them to build their knowledge and skills to enhance London’s blue-green spaces.
You’ll thrive in this role if you enjoy breaking down complex ideas and processes, making them accessible to a wide range of audiences. You will be comfortable working with people in a variety of settings, mixing theory with practice.
A typical day is likely to involve delivering one of Thames21’s flagship courses, gathering ideas for new training or making tweaks to existing modules; contacting community-led River Action Groups about upcoming activities, or keeping on track with various admin tasks. You might be working from home, at one of our offices in Bow or Guildhall, or at a river taking learners through the practical elements of our work. You could be checking over risk assessments, promoting training opportunities or advising a local community river action group about organising their first session.
You might be creating event listings or updating the web page. You may be working on strategic long-term plans or monitoring project outputs and incorporating learnings into project development. You’ll be thinking both big and small on any given day.
Diversity
We primarily serve a London community, and we would love our organisation to better reflect the diversity of this great city. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. Being a diverse and inclusive organisation is very important to us. We actively encourage applications from candidates with diverse cultures, perspectives and lived experiences. This role is primarily about skilling up community groups to take independent action for rivers, therefore a strong interest and working knowledge of environmental issues is essential.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Deliver courses on a range of topics, both indoors, online, and at different blue space locations, ensuring training sessions meet the appropriate standards and learner outcomes.
2. Design training courses, review and contribute to the development of the training programme, and collaborate with other Thames21 staff to create and enhance training initiatives.
3. Ensure that training courses and community-led River Action Groups comply with relevant legislation and Thames21’s policies and procedures
4. Day-to-day management of the training programme, including recruitment, promotion, logistics, learner support, and accreditation process.
5. Provide ongoing advice and support for programme participants following training, encouraging them to set up, organise and deliver volunteering activity in their local community. Including support with monitoring impact, operational plans and receiving and approving Risk Assessments and Method Statements for River Action Group activities to ensure they are covered by Thames21 public liability insurance.
6. Develop and support the Thames21 network of community-led River Action Groups, including linking groups to other community partners, e.g. existing groups, catchment partnerships and other organisations and institutions operating along the catchment
7. Work with EMPOWER Rivers programme manager to coordinate annual River Action Group forum
8. Maintain clear records of progress, ensure all administration and statistical information is kept up to date, and regularly upload information onto the Thames21 database.
9. Represent Thames21 at community events, activities and partnership meetings.
10. Attend internal meetings as required and engage positively with the supervision and appraisal process
11. Work with colleagues to ensure documents and processes for employing Event Support Contractors are appropriate and up to date.
This job description cannot cover every issue or task that may arise within the post at various times. The post-holder will be expected to carry out other reasonable duties from time to time which are broadly consistent with other Thames21 activities and with those in this document. For more information and how to apply, please see the attached Job Specification.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Based in London Borough of Enfield, Every Parent & Child’s Starfish Project enables children to develop communication, social and educational skills in order to participate fully in their education and reach their full potential. Children at risk of social exclusion will have access to an enriching programme of support which will enable them to develop communication and life skills. This will lead to an improvement in emotional well-being, more participation in school and the wider community and engagement with learning. The project is funded by Reaching Communities until March 2027.
The founder of the Starfish Project is retiring, and we are looking for an incredible project manager with demonstratable experience in delivering impactful projects in community setting. The successful postholder will be employed to work term time only (39 weeks) per year.
As an employer, Every Parent & Child offers flexible working arrangements, a generous employer pension contribution, opportunities for continuous development, and a supportive working environment.
Full time equivalent salary: £40,000
Actual Salary: £24,000 for four days per week (28 hours), Term Time Only (39 weeks per year) PLUS 6% employer pension contribution.
To apply for the post, please download the application pack on the EPC website.
Note: CV’s will not be accepted.
Fully completed applications must be submitted no later than 5pm on Friday 28 February, 2025.
Should you wish to discuss the role, please contact Jaspal Dhani, CEO, via email to arrange a telephone conference call.
Tentative interview date: Monday 10 March 2025 for shortlisted candidates.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Operations Manager to join the Homicide team working 22.5 hours a week.
Do you want to make a difference every day? Do you want to contribute to change & improvement for those who need it?
Do you have resilience & adaptability? Can you work effectively with a focus on customer service and care?
If yes, then we'd love to hear from you…
What we offer:
At Victim Support we believe in attracting & retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards & benefits package including:
- Flexible working options including hybrid working
- 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 33 days plus Bank Holidays
- An extra day off for your birthday
- Pension with 5% employer contribution
- Enhanced sick pay allowances, maternity & paternity payments
- High Street, retail, holiday, entertainment & leisure discounts
- Access to our financial wellbeing hub & salary deducted finance
- Employee assistance programme & wellbeing support
- Ongoing training & support with opportunities for career development & progression
About the role:
We have an exciting opportunity for a Homicide Service (HS) Operations Manager to join our HS Operations Management Team. This is a job share working 3 days per week (22.5 hours Wednesday/Thursday and Friday); you will be home based but expect extensive travel in the UK and Wales will be required. The HS provide exceptional support to people affected by murder and manslaughter. We work closely with Major Crime Teams within police forces across England and Wales. The HS family team integrates fluidly with the HS CYP and Peer Support teams to provide cohesive and effective advocacy and support service to eligible service users across England and Wales. We also support families of British Nationals murdered abroad and so work closely with the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office who refer into the HS.
This role requires regular travel, and overnight stays away from home and is considered an essential requirement. If you are unable to travel because of a disability, please indicate this on your application in your personal statement so we can explore the feasibility of alternative arrangements.
You must reside in the West of England or Wales to apply for this post.
You will need:
- Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding practice and legislation relating to equal opportunities and diversity, inclusivity, safeguarding and risk assessments
- Experience of leadership and management and implementation of change management processes.
- Ability to effectively manage demanding and competing work priorities, achieving successful results across team and service
- Extensive working experience of the impact of trauma and bereavement and the importance of trauma informed practice
- Experience and knowledge of voluntary and statutory agencies, particularly in the criminal justice, health and social care sector
- Undergraduate degree or relevant professional qualification such as ILM level 5 or above or extensive experience in a supervisory role with budget management and target driven
Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details
About Us:
Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity providing a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. We work towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System. Everyone at VS is driven by our Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. Working for VS gives you the opportunity to play a key role in a national charity providing high quality services to victims and witnesses and being a vital force for change.
Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required.
Victim Support strives to represent the diverse communities we serve and are passionate about creating an environment where all staff and volunteers feel respected and heard. Being a diverse organisation with an inclusive culture is integral to us being able to meet our aim of ensuring that anyone who is a victim of crime gets the support they need.
As part of our commitment to the Race at Work Charter we particularly welcome applicants from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. VS is also a Disability Confident Employer and we provide a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role.
If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of our selection process, we'll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best.
How to apply:
To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria.
We look forward to hearing from you.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date.
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Overview
Drive Forward Foundation (DFF) is a London-based charity dedicated to empowering care-experienced young people to transition from care into sustainable and fulfilling careers. Guided by our values – visionary, people-focused, collaborative, and empowering – we strive to create a future where care-experienced young people thrive across all areas of their lives.
Each year, we work with around 750 care-experienced young people, offering tailored support that spans holistic 1:1 guidance, bespoke counselling, career mentoring, exclusive work and training opportunities with employer partners, and our established youth policy forum. Our programmes address the diverse factors that influence young people’s ability to thrive, including mental health, housing, and criminalisation.
As our first Impact & Evidence Manager, you will have the exciting opportunity to establish and shape DFF’s impact measurement framework. Your work will capture the effectiveness of our wide-ranging services and create a foundation of evidence that reflects the lived experiences of the young people we support.
This role is ideal for someone who thrives on a relatively blank canvas and is passionate about building an evidence-based culture – integrating both data-driven insights and qualitative narratives – to enhance outcomes for young people. By combining internal evaluation with sector-wide research, you will amplify the voices of care-experienced young people, ensuring their experiences drive meaningful change in our programmes and beyond.
This evidence base will underpin DFF’s policy advocacy, stakeholder engagement, and thought leadership, helping to reduce systemic barriers to employment for care-experienced young people. Reporting to the Director of Fundraising, Policy, and Communications, you will be part of a dynamic team contributing to our sector leadership by benchmarking DFF’s practices, identifying emerging trends, and strengthening our advocacy work.
Key Responsibilities
Impact Measurement and Framework Development
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Co-design and develop an impact measurement framework with programme users and other stakeholders to evaluate the effectiveness of DFF’s interventions.
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Evaluate programmes such as mentoring, counselling, and skills development, measuring their impact on sustained employment, personal growth, and career progression.
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Provide evidence-based recommendations to refine and enhance programme design, ensuring maximum impact for care-experienced young people.
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Develop annual impact reports that blend quantitative data with compelling qualitative narratives, showcasing DFF’s outcomes holistically.
Data Integration and Visualisation
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Leverage tools such as MAXQDA, Tableau, and/or Power BI to analyse and visualise data, integrating client feedback, case studies, and Salesforce metrics.
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Collaborate closely with the Systems & IT Manager to develop live dashboards and infographics to ensure insights are accessible and actionable for internal teams and external stakeholders.
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Create interactive dashboards and user-friendly reporting formats tailored for funders, policymakers, and programme teams, enabling real-time engagement with key findings.
External Research and Evidence Building
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Build partnerships with academic institutions, think-tanks, and sector bodies to benchmark DFF’s practices, contribute to wider evidence bases, and enhance credibility.
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Commission and manage external research contracts or consultants, where required, to complement internal evaluation and ensure depth in analysis.
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Undertake sector-wide research to identify trends, innovative approaches, and emerging best practices, integrating these findings into DFF’s strategic development.
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Organise or participate in webinars, roundtables, and forums to share research insights and position DFF as a knowledge hub for care-experienced youth employment.
Strategic Insights and Reporting
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Prepare detailed reports, infographics, and dashboards to communicate outcomes to funders, policymakers, and internal teams.
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Provide tailored impact updates for employer partners, highlighting the results of their collaborations and contributions.
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Support colleagues in meeting monitoring and evaluation (M&E) requirements for external funders, ensuring the collection of relevant data.
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Explore innovative ways of reporting impact, including the use of compelling case studies, personal narratives, and engaging media, to highlight the depth of DFF’s interventions.
Advocacy and Policy Influence
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Translate data and insights into compelling narratives to support policy campaigns, particularly addressing barriers like mental health, housing, and criminalisation.
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Collaborate with the Policy and Communications Team to strengthen DFF’s profile as a thought leader through policy briefs, impact updates, and stakeholder engagement.
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Produce robust, evidence-based reports for strategic use:
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To influence policy by providing clear, actionable insights for policymakers and stakeholders.
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as media hooks to amplify DFF’s profile and advocate for systemic change, showcasing key findings in public-facing campaigns.
Youth Voice and Continuous Improvement
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Incorporate insights from care-experienced young people into impact measurement and programme design, ensuring their voices drive change.
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Establish feedback loops to continuously adapt and align impact measurement with DFF’s values and strategic objectives.
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Develop tools and systems for youth-friendly reporting, such as visual summaries or short videos, to ensure that young people can engage with and benefit from the findings.
Person Specification
Essential
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Proven experience in impact measurement, evaluation, and research, preferably within the charity sector.
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Strong analytical skills, with proficiency in qualitative data analysis tools (e.g., MAXQDA) and data visualisation platforms (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
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Demonstrated ability to design and implement evaluation frameworks, ideally co-developed with programme users and stakeholders.
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Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex data as actionable insights through engaging reports, infographics, and dashboards.
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Experience managing research projects or commissioning external consultants.
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Strong project management skills and the ability to balance multiple priorities.
Desirable
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Knowledge of issues facing care-experienced young people and/or experience in the youth or employment sector.
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Experience in policy influencing and advocacy.
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Familiarity with GDPR and data protection best practices.
Our Values in Action
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Visionary: You will innovate and explore new methods for measuring impact, positioning DFF as a sector leader.
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People-Focused: Your work will prioritise the experiences of our care-experienced young people, ensuring their voices shape our programmes.
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Collaborative: You will work alongside colleagues and stakeholders to build a strong, data-driven community of practice.
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Empowering: Your insights will help dismantle barriers and enable positive change within and beyond DFF.
Benefits
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Competitive salary with growth opportunities.
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27 days annual leave plus public holidays.
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Pension scheme.
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Professional development opportunities.
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Individual professional development allowance and access to a Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
How to Apply
We are looking for passionate individuals who share our vision and values. To apply, please submit the following:
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Your CV: Highlighting your relevant skills, experiences, and achievements.
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A Cover Letter (maximum 2 pages): Tell us about your motivation for applying, how you align with our values, and what you can bring to the role.
Application Process
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an in-person interview to discuss their experience and alignment with DFF’s mission and values. You will complete a practical exercise to demonstrate your approach to impact measurement and data analysis. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. Close to 20% of our workforce is care-experienced, reflecting our values in action. If you require adjustments to the application process, please contact us using the email provided above.
CV – Highlight relevant skills, experience, and achievements.
Cover Letter (max 2 pages) – Tell us:
- What motivates you to work with Drive Forward Foundation.
- How your experience in impact measurement and evaluation aligns with this role.
- An example of when you used data to influence decision-making or improve a programme.
- How you ensure data is presented in a way that engages diverse stakeholders (e.g., programme directors, funders, policymakers).
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Location: Surrey, West Sussex, Hampshire (Home-based with travel as required)
Salary: Up to £32,000 FTE (21 hours per week)
Contract Type: One-year fixed-term contract
Are you a skilled fundraiser who is ready to make a difference?
GRACE is a charity dedicated to supporting women diagnosed with gynaecological cancers. Our team is seeking a dynamic Trust and Corporate Fundraising Manager to help grow our vital income streams so we can increase our research and support programmes. This is an exciting opportunity to join a small, passionate team during a time of transformation, and to play a pivotal role in helping even more women with gynaecological cancers across our network to not just live, but to live well.
The Role
As Trust and Corporate Fundraising Manager, you will:
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and deliver a fundraising strategy to secure income from trusts, foundations, and corporate partners.
- Create tailored funding applications and build long-term partnerships.
- Monitor income targets and report on impact.
- Collaborate with the team to create innovative campaigns.
About You
- You’ll have proven experience in trust and corporate fundraising with a successful track record.
- Possess excellent communication, relationship-building, and strategic thinking skills.
- Most importantly, you’ll be passionate about making a difference and supporting women with gynaecological cancers.
What We Offer
- A supportive and flexible, where practical, work environment.
- An opportunity to be part of a team leading on the sustainability and transformation of the charity.
- A chance to transform lives and drive meaningful change.
Ready to Join Us?
If you’re passionate about fundraising and want to use your skills to support women facing gynaecological cancers, we’d love to hear from you.
Let’s beat gynaecological cancers, together.
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Using Anonymous Recruitment
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Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for international development and a proven track record in securing grant funding? Do you thrive on building meaningful relationships and crafting compelling funding proposals? Are you passionate about global health and women’s rights? If so, this is the role for you!
About Us
Hamlin Fistula UK is dedicated to our mission of ending obstetric fistula in Ethiopia. We are a small passionate team, committed to working closely with Hamlin Fistula Ethiopia to transform lives and restore hope for women affected by childbirth injuries.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Trusts and Philanthropy Manager to lead and grow our grant funding strategy. This is a pivotal role within our fundraising team, responsible for:
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Developing and executing a successful grant funding strategy: Identify, cultivate, and secure grants from trusts, foundations, institutional donors, and philanthropic individuals.
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Crafting compelling proposals: Prepare high-quality, creative funding applications that resonate with funders and help us achieve ambitious income targets.
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Building lasting relationships: Steward and nurture both new and existing funders through personalised communication, detailed reporting, and engaging updates.
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Strategic planning and research: Conduct prospect research to develop a robust funding pipeline and contribute to long-term planning and forecasting.
What You'll Bring
This job is for you if you can offer:
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Experience: A strong background in grant funding within the nonprofit sector. You'll have a proven track-record of securing and managing grants from trusts, foundations, and/or major donors. .
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Exceptional Communication Skills: Outstanding written and spoken English. You'll have the ability to translate complex information into engaging proposals and reports.
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Strategic and Analytical Thinking: Aptitude for matching funding needs with funder priorities. You'll back this up with solid research and planning skills.
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Personal Drive: Enthusiasm, energy, and a commitment to get things done. You'll use your excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
What We Can Offer You
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Flexible Working: This role can be carried out remotely from anywhere in the UK. We hold quarterly face-to-face team meetings, with reasonable travel costs covered.
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Generous Benefits: Including a 10% pension contribution and health cashback scheme (covering physiotherapy, eye care and dental treatment).
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Supportive Team Environment: Work within a small, highly motivated team that values creativity, collaboration, and impact.
How to Apply
Click the Quick Apply button below. You’ll be asked to submit a CV and cover letter and answer a few short screening questions to help us ensure the role is a good fit for you.
We believe in a world without maternal death, birth injuries or obstetric fistula, and support Hamlin Fistula Ethiopia to work towards this vision.

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Business Development Manager
The Charity
We're on a mission to help 50,000 9-24 years increase their social mobility by 2027. We've already supported 30,000, and we need your expertise to help us do more.
Our proven programmes inspire and mentor young people to increase their financial independence, social mobility and create happier, safer communities.
We believe in a world where no-one’s background ever holds them back.
Main Purpose of the Role
Convert inbound leads as well as identify and initiate in market/target accounts for potential new corporate opportunities
To strengthen market position by locating, developing and negotiating new donors and closing the sale
Work to agreed budget targets, in line with the company growth strategy
Identify relevant grant opportunities and write compelling proposals
Skills Required
Experience in income generation, fundraising or delivering a sales strategy
Ability to think strategically, set goals, and develop and implement fundraising strategies.
Enthusiastic and self driven, able to think quickly, plan and act independently
DE&I understanding an advantage
Control own diary with regular agreed new donor meetings, presentations and onboarding
Benefits
Hybrid Working
Flexible Working
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Pension
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GRANT AND COMPLIANCE MANAGER
GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO JOIN THIS FORWARD THINKING, AMBITIOUS GLOBAL CHARITY
SPANA (The Society for the Protection of Animals Abroad) is the global charity for the working animals of the world. Since our foundation in 1923, we have worked to support the welfare of working animals, including horses, donkeys, mules, oxen, dogs and camels. We value compassion, respect, and empathy for working animals and our mission is to transform the welfare of working animals in a world where animals, people and the environment are respected and thrive. Find out more at our website.
Salary: c£45,000 pa depending on skills and experience.
The GRANT AND COMPLIANCE MANAGER will be responsible for:
· The effective financial management of grants to our partners, ensuring compliance with funding requirements and the introduction of robust financial tracking systems to monitor grant expenditure.
· The development of tools and processes to support grantee partners with the management and reporting of grants and the building of capacity for long term growth
· Ensuring SPANA adheres to financial and regulatory obligations, minimises risk and is in a strong position for future funding opportunities.
· Developing a comprehensive and accessible information system for grant management.
· Training staff on grant management and compliance best practices.
Your skills, experience and knowledge for this role of GRANT AND COMPLIANCE MANAGER must include:
· A degree or equivalent in business administration or finance or substantial prior experience in a related role.
· Extensive up to date knowledge of UK and international funding regulations and compliance requirements.
· Demonstrable professional experience in grant management, compliance, financial reporting and due diligence.
· Excellent proven financial analytical and problem solving skills
· Ability to work in a multicultural environment and undertake international travel where necessary.
· Interest in working animal welfare and international development.
Benefits include:
· 34.5 hour week,
· 26 days holiday, plus bank holidays,
· generous company pension scheme paying 10% of salary for employee contributing 5%;
healthcare cash plan with Medicash,
· enhanced EAP,
· volunteer day programme.
Hybrid Working: London office (Borough High Street) or remote. If remote, employees must normally visit the London office or other locations for meetings or events at least twice a month.
TO APPLY:
1. Download the job description and person specification from this advert or our website.
2. Send your CV and cover letter/email ( no more than two pages of A4) stating how you meet the requirements of the role of GRANT AND COMPLIANCE MANAGER to:
Sarah Robson, Sarah Robson Associates:
As an independent HR consultant, I am assisting with the recruitment for this post on behalf of SPANA
3. Closing date for applications: 5pm 25 February 2025
All applications will be acknowledged. Main interviews will take place the week of the 10 March.
Applications without a cover letter/email explaining how you meet the requirements for the role will not be considered.
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK for the duration of your employment.
Candidates who do not supply a cover letter with their application will not be considered.
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK for the duration of their employment.
Our mission is to transform the welfare of working animals in a world where animals, people and the environment are respected and thrive.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.