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We are looking for an enthusiastic individual with a can-do attitude to join our Fundraising & Engagement Team and help raise vital funds for children with cancer. You don’t need previous fundraising experience—just strong organisational skills, creativity, a talent for building relationships, and a genuine passion for making a difference and raising money for charitable causes.
In this varied role, you’ll support the planning and delivery of fundraising events, care for our amazing supporters, and assist with individual, community, and corporate fundraising activities. You’ll gain hands-on experience across multiple fundraising areas, playing a key role in ensuring the smooth delivery of the team’s work through excellent administrative and project support.
This is a hugely rewarding opportunity for someone looking to take their first step into the charity or fundraising sector, or to build on existing experience. If you’re ready to learn, grow, and be part of something meaningful—we’d love to hear from you!
Who are we looking for?
To succeed in this role, you will need to be passionate about fundraising and demonstrate key qualities that will help you thrive in a dynamic and supportive environment.
The ideal candidate will have:
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A keen interest in fundraising with a willingness to learn and develop as a professional fundraiser (and if the opportunity arose, a willingness to study for a Level 3 Fundraising Apprenticeship over 13 months)
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Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, and the ability to provide excellent supporter care and build relationships.
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A positive, enthusiastic and results-driven attitude with the ability to work on your own initiative or as part of a team.
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IT literacy with knowledge of Microsoft packages.
See our Recruitment Pack for the full role description and specification and for more information about the charity.
Location: Home-based, ideally located in London or within a short commutable distance. Regular travel to the London office is a key requirement of the role, with occasional national travel also expected.
Interviews: 20 May 2025 (London Office)
Safeguarding: As a safeguarding charity whose work and practice are underpinned by safeguarding principles to protect children and young people and enhance their welfare, we always work in accordance with legislation, statutory guidance, and best safeguarding practices. All our roles require a basic criminal record check.
Promoting equality and diversity: We actively encourage applications from those with lived experience of neuroblastoma and/or other childhood cancers. As an equal opportunity employer, we also welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy, maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
Our vision is a future where no child dies of the childhood cancer neuroblastoma or suffers due to the treatment they receive.

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£40,000 per annum | Full-Time or Part-Time Considered | Permanent
Are you an experienced fundraiser passionate about building high-value relationships? Join SPANA as our Fundraising Relationships and Business Development Manager, where you’ll develop corporate partnerships and engage major donors to secure vital funding for the welfare of working animals worldwide.
What You’ll Do
As Fundraising Relationships and Business Development Manager, you will:
- Lead and grow SPANA’s high-value donor and corporate fundraising programme.
- Identify and cultivate new corporate partnerships and major donors to expand income streams.
- Manage and develop relationships with existing high-value supporters, ensuring long-term engagement.
- Develop compelling fundraising proposals, appeals, and stewardship activities to maximise donor commitment.
- Project-manage the development of marketing materials and fundraising events.
- Work closely with internal teams to identify funding opportunities and align donor engagement strategies.
- Support senior stakeholders, including the CEO and Global Director of Fundraising, in donor engagement activities.
Why Choose SPANA?
- Impact-Driven Work: Your fundraising efforts will support vital programmes improving the lives of working animals globally.
- Career Development: Work in a growing team, with opportunities to develop your expertise in major donor and corporate fundraising.
- Collaborative Culture: Be part of a dedicated team working together to make a tangible difference.
- Flexible Working: Hybrid role with remote working and travel to London 1-2 times per month.
- Part-Time Considered: We are open to part-time arrangements for the right candidate.
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for a proactive fundraiser who:
- Has experience securing income from high-value donors and corporate partnerships.
- Is skilled in developing tailored fundraising proposals and relationship stewardship strategies.
- Can confidently engage senior stakeholders and supporters in fundraising activities.
- Thrives in a fast-paced environment, balancing multiple projects and priorities.
- Is passionate about animal welfare and SPANA’s mission to protect working animals worldwide.
About SPANA
SPANA is dedicated to transforming the welfare of working animals in some of the world’s most vulnerable communities. Through veterinary care, training, and advocacy, we ensure working animals receive the protection and support they deserve. Our fundraising partnerships are crucial in driving this mission forward.
How to Apply
If you’re ready to lead high-value fundraising initiatives and make a real impact, apply today. Together, we can create a better future for working animals worldwide.
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.
We're recruiting for someone to lead our Capacity Building & Standards (CB&S) function on a maternity cover contract.
The CB&S function aims to build the capacity of organisations and institutions to embed the processes, skills, structures and cultures needed for effective public engagement in decision making. This includes work in the public, private and third sectors.On a practical level this includes developing and delivering training courses and mentoring programmes; setting up and supporting networks; authoring good practice guides and thought leadership pieces; being responsible for our Knowledge Base and tools; leading sector-wide standards development; and, managing and other programmes and projects that supports the embedding of public participation and engagement in the UK.
In this role you will lead the CB&S team in the development, design and delivery of impactful and sustainable capacity building and standards setting programmes and projects. You will oversee the work of the function and quality direct work of around 10 people (both CB&S team and cross-function roles). You will be a member of our management team, be accountable for the function achieving its objectives, report on function performance to the board and oversee the implementation of our impact framework supported by the impact working group.
We work across the UK, with offices in Belfast and London. Many of our staff work from home across the UK or in a hybrid pattern, rather than being based at one of our offices, though we meet up regularly as a team
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
England Country Director
Hybrid working, with frequent travel nationwide
Lead Change. Champion Inclusion. Transform Lives.
Role: Director, ARC England
Location: Hybrid – with Nationwide Travel
Salary: £49,000 - £60,000 (dependent on experience)
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Closing Date: 14 April 2025
Interviews: 28 April 2025
The Association for Real Change (ARC) exists to challenge outdated systems, empower individuals with learning disabilities and autism, and drive meaningful reform in the social care sector. We are looking for an exceptional leader to take ARC England forward, influence national policy, and make a real difference in people’s lives.
This Role is More Than a Job – It’s a Vocation
If you believe in the power of advocacy, collaboration, and action, this is your opportunity to shape the future of learning disability and autism services across England. As Director of ARC England, you will:
● Lead the Mission: Drive ARC’s strategy, ensuring people with learning disabilities and autism have a voice that is heard at the highest levels.
● Build Impactful Partnerships: Work with government, social care providers, and advocacy groups to influence policy and practice.
● Ensure Sustainability: Lead funding strategies and develop new income streams to support ARC’s work.
● Inspire and Develop a High-Performing Team: Lead the ARC England team to deliver innovative, life-changing projects.
● Drive Change in Social Care: Challenge the status quo, ensuring a more inclusive, effective, and person-centred system for people who need it most.
About You
We are looking for someone with:
● A proven track record in executive leadership, ideally within the social care, disability, or nonprofit sector.
● Passion and commitment to equality, social inclusion, and human rights.
● Strong strategic vision and the ability to navigate complex systems.
● Confidence in representing ARC at a national level and influencing policy decisions.
● Experience in financial management and sustainable income generation.
● A natural ability to build trust, partnerships, and momentum for change.
How to Apply
If you’re ready to take on this challenge, we want to hear from you.
● Send your CV (including education, qualifications, and career history).
● Include a one-page profile about you.
● Submit a supporting statement (maximum two pages) detailing how your experience meets the Job Description and Person Specification.
● For an informal conversation about the role, contact Clive Parry (current England Director)
Find out more on our website.
Join us. Lead with purpose. Make a lasting impact.
Send your CV (including education, qualifications, and career history)
Include a one-page profile about you.
Submit a supporting statement (maximum two pages) detailing how your experience meets the Job Description and Person Specification.
For an informal conversation about the role, contact Clive Parry (current England Director) on 0 7 9 8 3 8 3 9 5 1 2.
We bring people together. We support them to share different views and experiences, to agree and take action to achieve real change.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Project Manager
Salary: £22,800p.a. pro-rata (£38,000p.a. FTE)
We also offer 27 days of annual leave (pro-rated for hours worked) plus bank holidays and a birthday day off, 8% employer pension contributions, a core hours system of working and enhanced family friendly policies.
Contract: Immediate start until the end of September 2025
Hours: 22.5 Hours per week (we are flexible with how this may work for you)
Location: Home based, within the town of Spalding, Lincolnshire.
Keep Britain Tidy is the nation’s favourite environmental charity, campaigning on a range of environmental issues, effecting change at both a local and national levels.
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Project Manager with experience of community engagement and grassroots change to deliver our exciting new behaviour change programme in Spalding. Supported by a wider programme team, but responsible for this project on the ground, the Project Manager will marry our organisational expertise with a passion for environmental change. They will be responsible for setting up, implementing, and reporting on a set of behaviour change campaigns and interventions.
The ideal candidate will be a natural networker, adept at building relationships within the local community, connecting people and creating opportunities, and have heaps of initiative and a passion for engaging people to work together to improve local spaces.
This is an exciting role within a fast-paced charity. You will have a proven track record in project management and managing a range of stakeholders with varying expectations. The ideal candidate will be experienced in evaluating projects and continually making improvements based on learnings.
All our roles benefit from generous holiday entitlements and pension contributions, including the opportunity to join the UK’s first net carbon pension scheme and to receive extra days leave for using alternatives to flights. If you have any special requirements for interview just let us know.
If you are interested in this job and want to help us make a difference, please review a copy of the full job description from our website. After reading the application information, if you would love to work with us, please continue to apply.
As part of the application process you will need to answer 3 questions, submit your CV and complete equal opportunities monitoring information as we want to try to make sure that our workforce is representative of the population and we are not excluding any community. Please note that this information will be held separately.
Please submit your application before the closing date.
The deadline for applications is 12:00, Friday 11th April 2025.
For successful candidates, interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams on 24th April 2025.
If you require an in person interview, please let us know.
We have signed the pledge to always #ShowTheSalary for the roles that we advertise.
We are proud winners of the Working Families’ Best Small Employer Award 2021.
No agencies please.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Are you our new Global Campaign Lead?
The International Network on Explosive Weapons is an international network of NGOs that calls for immediate action to prevent human suffering from the use of explosive weapons in populated areas.
Do you have experience in institutional governance and staff management? Are you motivated by the prospect of leading an international network of NGOs that work to prevent human suffering from the use of explosive weapons in populated areas? Do you have strong financial, fundraising, and communications skills? Then you might be the candidate that we are looking for!
INEW and the purpose of the network
INEW members engage in research, policy and advocacy to promote greater understanding of the issues that arise from the use of explosive weapons in populated areas, and concrete steps that can be taken to address it. INEW member organisations develop partnerships calling for improved government policy and operational practice at a national level, and work together to develop stronger standards internationally. This includes efforts to advance universalisation and implementation of the Political Declaration on Strengthening the Protection of Civilians from the Humanitarian Consequences Arising from the Use of Explosive Weapons in Populated Areas, the first formal international recognition that the use of explosive weapons in populated areas is the leading cause of civilian casualties in armed conflict, and that this must be addressed urgently and directly.
Many INEW member organisations work in countries affected by explosive violence – providing development assistance, documenting the impact of violence, assisting the victims of explosive weapons and clearing landmines, unexploded ordnance and improvised explosive devices. See our current members.
Requirements:
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Minimum 7 years of relevant working experience. Such as working with coordination, institutional governance or administration, diplomacy, international policy and law, or campaigning.
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Excellent organisation skills and detail oriented.
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Ability to work in a multicultural environment and to liaise and communicate effectively with a variety of stakeholders including civil society, international organisations and state representatives is essential.
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Excellent time management, forward planning, and prioritisation skills, with the ability to work under pressure and to deadlines.
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English (must be fluent). Other language skills, especially French and Spanish, are a significant benefit.
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Ability to work independently and in a self-directed manner to manage multiple time-sensitive priorities.
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Flexibility and adaptability to shifting priorities, changing circumstances and new tasks.
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As a person, you identify with the competencies of institutional governance and strategic advocacy. This role will require staff management and guiding the wider INEW network.
Responsibilities:
Leadership and Coordination
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Collaborate and work closely with the INEW Steering Committee and sub-committees.
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Facilitate network meetings, promotion of positive working relations amongst the INEW members, staff and the wider INEW network.
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Develop coalition strategies and action plans and facilitate communication within the INEW network.
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Manage INEW programme of activities (calendar of global events and INEW’s engagement in those.
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Develop INEW’s multi-year strategic plans to guide the network in setting its objectives, with staff and membership input and INEW Steering Committee approval;
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Lead the implementation of strategy, including through the development of advocacy and communication work plans.
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Ensure INEW produces high quality and relevant written content including advocacy briefs.
Lobbying and advocacy
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Represent INEW (as appropriate) in the media, at conferences and in other fora.
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Implement strategic advocacy (keeping issues high on agenda).
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Effective lobbying of governments, UN agencies and international organisations.
Staff management
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Ensure that the staff has sufficient guidance and professional advice on matters to fulfil their responsibilities.
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Lead, manage and support employees to maximise their potential and personal contributions.
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Build effective working relationships with members of the Steering Committee and subcommittees, and lead and ensure effective liaison between INEW / Explosive weapons monitor staff team and the Steering Committee, including regular convening of staff meetings and reports to Steering Committee as required.
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Provide direction and support to all staff in the development and implementation of work plans.
Financial management and donor liaison
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Develop a funding strategy to ensure income is maintained, and that the donor base and levels of support for core costs and projects increases.
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Establish and maintain positive relations with donors, including governments and private foundations.
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Ensure that INEW complies with all legal and financial regulations.
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Ensure that funding proposals and budgets are produced and submitted.
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Ensure expenditure is controlled in line with budgets and that risks are identified and managed.
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Effective management of donor contracts, oversight of grant cycles to ensure timely preparation and submission of reports and proposals.
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Write funding proposals.
Location: Flexible location/work from home, with a preference for Europe because frequent travel to Geneva is required.
Travel: This post will require some travel (monthly), but most work will be remote. INEW will cover travel costs.
What we offer: Based on experience and education, remuneration is around £60,000 - £65,000 per year. Competitive benefits and leave policy.
About the recruitment process:
Article 36
Article 36 is the current coordinating organisation for International Network on Explosive Weapons (INEW) and the Explosive Weapons Monitor, working to prevent human suffering from the use of explosive weapons in populated areas.
Article 36 is a specialist non-profit organisation, focused on reducing harm from weapons. A small and effective team, we work together with civil society partners and governments to develop new policies and legal standards to prevent civilian harm from existing and emerging weapons.
The application deadline is Friday 17 April 2025.
The starting date is to be determined, but desired starting date is not later than 1. August 2025.
We encourage all qualified candidates to apply.
Weapons and armed violence often disproportionately affect marginalised groups who continue to be under-represented in international policymaking; these groups include black people and other people of colour, women, LGBTQ+ people, people with disabilities and people of different faiths and beliefs. Consequently, we are committed to diversifying our team and strongly encourage applications from people who can bring new and different ideas and perspectives to our work.
We look forward to hearing from you!
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Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
The Campaign for Freedom of Information is looking for an experienced part-time Administrator to help its small team improve the public's right to information from government & public bodies.
You'll be working from home, occasionally attending meetings in central London.
We're looking for someone to work one day a week (or the equivalent spread over more than one day).
You'll be responsible for:
- bookkeeping, cash flows and finance
- managing bookings for our training courses
- arranging board meetings and events
- maintaining lists of supporters, media, parliamentary and other contacts
- supporting campaigning and fundraising
- assisting with social media posts and updating the Campaign's website
- other related tasks
We are looking for someone with:
- administrative experience in the UK's not-for-profit sector
- good numeracy and financial management skills
- familiar with Microsoft Word/Excel, social media and video conferencing platforms
- self-motivated, able to work independently and use initiative
- flexibility to respond to urgent developments
- UK-based with the right to live and work in the UK
What we do:
The Campaign for Freedom of Information is a non-profit organisation that has worked for 40 years to improve the public's rights to information from public authorities to support a more open democracy.
We played a key role in persuading the government to introduce the Freedom of Information (FOI) Act which came into force in 2005 - now a vital tool for journalists, campaigners and anyone with problems in their dealings with public bodies.
We advise the public about their rights, provide FOI training, try to improve how the FOI Act works and oppose unjustified attempts to restrict access to information rights.
Benefits
- We pay a contribution to your pension.
- Friendly informal working culture
- Flexible hours
- Very small organisation - you will be working directly with our Director and our Senior Policy Officer
Are you a relationship builder with excellent communication skills? If so, GOD TV has an exciting opportunity for you!
We are seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic Church Engagement Co-ordinator to join our Partnerships team and play a key role in building bridges and creating partnerships that empower churches to actively participate in GOD TV's global outreach. You will be instrumental in connecting churches with the transformative power of Christian media.
About GOD TV
GOD TV is a global Christian media organisation dedicated to sharing the Gospel and making a positive impact in the world. Our mission is to reach people with the message of hope and inspire them to transform their lives. As a Church Engagement Co-ordinator, you will have the opportunity to empower churches to play a vital role in sharing the Gospel worldwide.
About the Role
As a Church Engagement Co-ordinator, you will serve as a key liaison, building bridges and creating partnerships that empower churches to actively participate in GOD TV's global outreach. Your key responsibilities will include:
- Working internally and externally to design, build, and deliver a Church/Ministry offer.
- Cultivating and strengthening relationships with churches and their congregations.
- Developing a church relationship framework.
- Building a network of partner churches.
- Creating a communication plan to keep churches updated and engaged.
- Ensuring all fundraising is in line with our charitable aims, fundraising approach and missional pillars (Souls, Israel, Revival).
For a full list of duties and responsibilities, please refer to the attached job description.
Why Join GOD TV?
This is more than just a job; it's an opportunity to be part of a team that is making a real difference by sharing the Gospel, with a reach of over 500 million people worldwide. We offer a supportive and collaborative work environment, where your contributions are valued, and you can grow both personally and professionally.
- Position Type: Full-time – 37.5 hours per week
- Salary: £32,000
- Location: Home-based (UK) with regular travel
- Interview Dates: 7th/8th May
Genuine Occupational Requirement: Due to the nature and strategic influence of this role, we believe that there is a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) for this role to be fulfilled by a practicing and committed Christian believer. The profile and significant impact that we expect this role will achieve both within GOD TV (in terms of organisational ethos) and with external stakeholders, justifies and supports this GOR.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We are looking for a highly motivated and inspiring Director, to provide strategic and operational leadership of our independent adoption support charity.
Working as part of a small yet mighty staff team, you will work collaboratively with the Board of Trustees, Committees, Volunteers, Working Groups and other Stakeholders to lead significant growth across a variety of programmes, infrastructure and fundraising opportunities.
You will bring an entrepreneurial approach to growth, seeking new opportunities and forging new strategic partnerships to support agile growth both nationally and regionally, whilst also nurturing our existing deeply committed volunteers and members. As an empathetic leader, you will show understanding and commitment to the needs of adopters and prospective adopters and their families and how WAF services can most effectively address these needs.
Key responsibilities include:
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Steering Strategic Development & Organisational Leadership
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Managing Financial & Budget Controls
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Leading on Fundraising & Strategic Partnerships
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Overseeing Monitoring and Impact
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Contributing to Communications
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Championing our Advocacy efforts
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Collaborating with our Board and Committees
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Empowering our Team
Person Specification
Essential
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Experience of developing and nurturing partnerships with statutory, voluntary
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and private sector organisations (E)
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Track record in identifying and securing new funding streams, these could include: earned income, corporate giving, individual giving, crowd funding and value in kind (E)
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Experience of bid writing for trust & foundations / fundraising applications (E)
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Experience of budget setting and budget control (E)
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Experience of managing staff and volunteers (E)
Desirable
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Experience of working within a co-produced or beneficiary-led service (D)
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Experience of working with a Board of Trustees (D)
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Understanding of the current issues affecting adopters and prospective adopters (D)
About We Are Family
We Are Family is an extraordinary peer support community for adopters and prospective adopters. We’re there for parents throughout their adoption journey. Online and in person, our parents’ groups, events, resources, podcasts and talks offer mutual support, information and inspiration to adopters and those considering adoption. We are the leading peer support community for adopters across Greater London and the Home Counties, and offer digital-membership nationally; we have ambitions to scale our in-person services provision significantly over the coming years.
You can find out more about us here.
To Apply
If the opportunity to join an exciting, rapidly growing charity appeals to you as someone able to make a valuable contribution, we would love to hear from you!
Please read our full application pack via our website
Deadline to apply: Thursday 24th April 10am
Start Date: ASAP
Please note that applications are received and reviewed on an ongoing basis, therefore an early application is advised.
One of the great strengths of We Are Family is that we are volunteer and member driven, and we represent a diverse community of adoptive parents. We particularly welcome applicants from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds to ensure that the organisation can benefit from this diversity of experience.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
LOCATION - Remote
Are you looking for an exciting and rewarding role in 2025? Apply for the National Communications Management role at homelessness charity Emmaus UK.
About Emmaus
Emmaus is a secular organisation supporting homeless and socially excluded people by providing a home for as long as it is needed, meaningful work experience in a social enterprise and a sense of belonging and community. There are currently 29 Emmaus communities in the UK stretching from Glasgow to Dover and Norfolk to South Wales, collectively supporting more than 850 people. There are also 3 Emmaus groups working towards the development of services in their areas. We understand that a home is more than just a roof over your head; it’s somewhere to belong, where you feel part of a community, and that’s what Emmaus offers.
About the role
The National Communications Manager is a vital role in enabling both Emmaus UK and Emmaus communities and groups across the UK to achieve our ambition and strategic goal to shout louder, growing our profile and reach in order to support more individuals on the pathway out of homelessness.
Who are we looking for?
The National Communications manager will work with the Director of Fundraising and Influence to develop an ambitious communications strategy for EUK.
The role will develop and coordinate national communications programmes and campaigns and will lead on press and media work for EUK. This role will also take lead responsibility for internal communication at EUK and across the federation in the UK, linking to Emmaus Internationally.
What we offer
· £47,500 per annum
· Working hours: 5 days per week, Monday to Friday
· Contract: Permanent
· Pension: Stakeholder pension with 6% employer contribution
· Annual leave: 25 days + Bank Holidays + 3 concessionary days leave
· Training & development: Ongoing training and development
· Volunteering: 2 days allowance each year
· Employee assistance: 24/7 employee assistance scheme is available
· Wellbeing: Weekly wellbeing hour to promote personal wellbeing
· Flexible working: Options available, subject to the requirements of the role
· Life assurance: Death in service lump sum of 3 x salary
To apply
To apply for the role, please complete our application form and equal opportunities monitoring form and email us by 5pm on Thursday 17 April 2025.
Please ensure you download the job pack and refer to the job description and person specification when completing your application form.
Those shortlisted will be invited to an interview conducted via Microsoft Teams between 28 and 30 April 2025.
If you would like to arrange an informal discussion about the role, please email us.
Equal Opportunities
Emmaus UK provides equal opportunity for all job applicants and employees and is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination. We are dedicated to an inclusive culture, and we strive to create a workplace where teams of people with diverse backgrounds, characteristic, perspectives, ideas and experiences work together. We welcome applications from all individuals irrespective of age, race, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion or belief, disability, marital status or parental responsibilities.
To ensure fairness and consistency to select the best candidate for our roles, all our applications are anonymised up until an interview has been confirmed so that shortlisting is based solely upon the suitability of the candidate’s experience.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Post Award Manager
£40,000-£46,000 per annum (dependent on skills and experience) plus generous benefits
Location – Remote, but with regular visits to Foundation funded sites within a defined region, as well as visits to the Foundation office as determined by business needs, including attendance at quarterly Squad Meet-Ups
We are the Football Foundation - the Premier League, the FA and government’s charity that delivers outstanding grassroots facilities, more and better places to play, transforming lives and communities where it is needed most.
About the role
Are you passionate about maximising the impact of grant funding? Do you have experience supporting and monitoring grant recipients to ensure long-term success? We’re looking for a Post Award Manager to oversee the post-award process, ensuring that funded projects meet their objectives, remain compliant, and deliver lasting impact.
As Post Award Manager, you’ll work closely with grant recipients, funding partners, and internal teams to track project performance, resolve compliance issues, and provide expert support. Reporting to the Senior Post Award Manager, you’ll monitor how funding is used, ensure grant conditions are met, and contribute to the continuous improvement of post-award processes. Your role will be key in ensuring that investment delivers real and measurable impact.
Key responsibilities
· Manage ongoing relationships with grant recipients to ensure compliance and success.
· Provide specialist advice and support, helping projects stay on track.
· Oversee the adoption of post-award tools, such as booking systems and grant management platforms.
· Attend site visits to assess project performance and resolve issues.
· Collaborate with internal teams to ensure a seamless transition into post-award monitoring.
· Track and report on project performance, using data-driven insights to inform decision-making.
· Engage with external partners, including local authorities, governing bodies, and community organisations.
· Contribute to the development of processes, systems, and KPIs to enhance service delivery.
What are we looking for?
· Experience in grant management, post-award monitoring, or programme management.
· Strong ability to build relationships with grant recipients and funding partners.
· Skilled in compliance tracking, financial monitoring, and reporting.
· Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
· Ability to present data-driven insights to inform decision-making.
· Strong written and verbal communication skills for stakeholder engagement.
· Organised and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
For full details of the role and requirements, please download our recruitment pack below.
What can we offer you?
The salary band for this role is £40,000 - £46,000 per annum, dependent on relevant skills and experience.
You will start with 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (which increases after 2 years), plus additional time off to volunteer. We also offer a generous pension scheme (8% employer contribution), free health care provision, a monthly gym subsidy, death in service benefit and access to selected match tickets.
We are committed to helping our team members maintain a healthy work-life balance, so offer flexible working around core hours to help achieve that.
Equality and Diversity Commitment
The Football Foundation is committed to and values the principles of diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive working environment where all our team feel respected and supported in fulfilling their potential. We encourage and welcome applications from all, regardless of background and are particularly interested to hear from individuals belonging to under-represented groups including diverse ethnic communities, individuals with a disability and those from the LGBTQI+ community.
Should you need any adjustments to the recruitment process, at either application or interview stage, please get in touch.
The closing date for applications is: Sunday 20 April 2025 at 23:59
First interviews will be held via MS Teams and are currently scheduled for 2 May 2025.
Second-stage interviews will be held in person and are currently scheduled for 7 May 2025.
Please note that you must be eligible to work in the UK to apply.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
As Bid Writer, you will work with the team to identify funding opportunities, and craft compelling bids and proposals that clearly articulate our vision, services, and value to commissioners and funders. This will include bids and applications to trusts and foundations, tenders for statutory funding, compiling reports to funders, and other organisational reports as needed.
This role is a part-time permanent position for a minimum of 15 hours per week but we are open to additional hours up to four days per week. The salary for this role is £40,560 FTE. You will be based at home but available to travel to our office in Vauxhall, London occasionally as needed.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a friendly, supportive and dynamic team, and play a pivotal role in supporting Housing Justice’s work. You will make a real difference to those we serve by securing vital funds to provide services for those experiencing homelessness. Your ability to create engaging, well-crafted proposals will be instrumental in helping Housing Justice to fulfil our Mission to mobilise Christian action on homelessness and housing need through love, justice, advocacy and nurture.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.