Senior Programme Manager Jobs

Are you passionate about transforming lives and shaping the future of healthcare for people affected by Crohn’s and Colitis?  We are searching for a dedicated individual to lead the development and delivery of a new Crohn’s & Colitis UK evidence and insight programme, building the evidence base and delivering insight across the full range of experience of all those affected by Crohn’s and Colitis to support the strategic aims of the charity.

About Us

We're the UK's leading charity for Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis. A diagnosis of Crohn’s or Colitis is life-changing. Over 500,000 people in the UK are living with a lifelong disease many people have never heard of, and for which there is no known cure.

Crohn’s & Colitis UK funds research, provides award winning information and support and raises vital awareness by increasing the public’s understanding of the conditions, and what it means to live with debilitating symptoms. But we need to do more. We need to be a louder voice in the marketplace. Our ambitious plans for 2025, will help to make a real difference to every supporter’s journey with us. If this excites you - join us!

Role Overview

As a member of the Senior Executive Team you will be responsible for translating the strategic direction of the charity into tactical plans for evidence and research to achieve the charity’s overall aims. In leading on the delivery of the Crohn’s & Colitis UK research strategy, you will be heavily focused on providing oversight of our programme of research grants and establishing networks, partners and alliances to drive increased investment in research. The remit will also involve oversight and responsibility for the day to day management, direction and leadership of the Evidence and Research teams.

 About You

You will have acquired a high level of experience of delivering programmes of evidence and insight in one or more of the voluntary, medical, health or research sectors, coupled with a solid understanding of the UK health research environment.  You will have developed and operationalised strategies, be an accomplished team leader, and have a proven ability engage and influence a diverse range of senior stakeholders

Please see our Recruitment Pack for details of our full Job Description and Person Specification.

Our Location

We are based in Hatfield, Hertfordshire, so we are easily accessible by road and rail. In this role, there is plenty of scope for working from home,  although there will be times when you will need to be at face-to-face meetings. You will be required to attend meetings in Hatfield/London twice a month, as well as two Directorate days each year.  In addition, the charity meets four times annually at it’s office in Hatfield (or a location in London) for its’ ‘All Staff Together’ days of which attendance is mandatory.

Benefits 

• 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing one day per year up to 30 days
• Pension scheme
• Flexible working options
• Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity pay
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Wellbeing programme
• Interest free loan for season tickets
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free parking and secure bike locks
• Training and development financial support and/or study leave
• Performance review and development scheme

We are an inclusive employer and offer equal opportunities to all regardless of an individual’s age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.

We are not a licensed sponsor at this time. Any offer of employment will be made subject to the applicant residing in the UK and a valid right to work in the UK being provided.

THINK EQUAL is a global education initiative with a mission to ensure that Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) becomes a mandatory subject for all children in early years settings globally. SEL is the process through which knowledge, attitudes, values and skills such as emotional intelligence, empathy, self-awareness, self-regulation, social awareness, relationship skills and responsible decision making are developed.

To support governments and educators to achieve this mission, THINK EQUAL has developed a global SEL Programme for 3-6 years-olds. The Programme is constructed around teacher training, and the provision of narrative children’s books, lesson plans and teaching resources, which provide the concrete tools educators need to teach SEL in a low-cost and adaptable format.

The THINK EQUAL Programme has a global presence across six continents (in 30 countries) and has undergone three randomised control trials in contexts as varied as Colombia, Botswana and Australia. There is a growing demand from other countries for the THINK EQUAL Programme and the organisation is now strengthening its team to be able to respond to this demand.

Purpose of the Role

To manage the development, implementation, monitoring and reporting of the Think Equal programmes in UK and Europe. This role has a special focus on representing Think Equal and maintaining strong relationships with local authorities, regional and national government ministries (education and health primarily), and other stakeholders, and managing a region or country team as needed. It also involves strategic planning, reporting on, budgeting and costing of programme implementation, guiding, reviewing, approving and ensuring high quality implementation including: 

• Supporting business development efforts, translations (only if needed), and evaluations. 

• Leading on partnership and government relationships, training plans and the monitoring of programme implementation. The role is one of primary oversight and responsibility for the embedding of Think Equal within the early years education system in the UK and various European countries, and the sustainability of the programme, insofar as possible.

Overall Reporting: CEO 

Line Manager: CEO

Line managing: UK Country Team & Eastern European Manager

Contract: Full time (40 hours per week - these hours are to be worked flexibly, recognising that some weeks and days will require more than others in order to meet Think Equal needs and requirements)

Work Modality: Remote 

Location: Europe – England Preferred 

Salary:  £40,000-45,000 (or equivalent)

Responsibilities

Line Management 

• Provide line management (guidance, strategy, supervision, and support as needed) to the relevant Regional and Country managers, Programme Officers and coordinators. 

• Identify the needs for additional staff to support the implementation on the ground and participate in the corresponding recruitment processes.

• Foster a positive and collaborative work environment, promoting teamwork and effective communication among team members.

Partnerships Management

• Co-lead and support the business development strategy for Europe - with a special emphasis on England - in close coordination with the CEO and the Business Development team.

• Utilise own networks to secure and nurture robust relationships with local authorities (with special focus on the UK) and other stakeholders in line with the organization’s strategy. 

• Proactively approach, present to and enrol national and local authorities for the implementation of the Think Equal programme.

• Ensure high-quality sustainable implementation within Europe, with a special emphasis in the UK.

• Maintain timely reporting and communication mechanisms with donors (in close coordination with the CEO and the Business Development Team) and other stakeholders as agreed in MOAs and as needed.

• Communicate and liaise regularly with relevant stakeholders, representing the organisation when higher-level representation is needed. 

• Coordinate with the communications and business development colleagues at Think Equal to raise the visibility of the programmes.

Programme Development and Implementation

• In line with the organizational strategy, lead and supervise the development of project proposals and programme implementation plans and ensure their correct and effective implementation in cooperation with the country’s teams.

• Ensure the budgeting of, costing, spending and reporting on programmes in alignment with the Think Equal finance policy and donor requirements. 

• Provide regular status updates on the progress of the programme’s rollout in the UK and Europe.

Monitoring and Evaluation

• Support the development and strengthening of Monitoring Evaluation & Learning (MEL) tools and their use by the key stakeholders in order to ensure the sustainability of Think Equal.

• Work collaboratively with the Think Equal MEL manager.

• Lead and supervise monitoring actions that provide useful information to ensure the long-term sustainability of the Think Equal concluded, pipeline and active projects.

Other

• Undertaking any other reasonable support, initiative and or activity as required (e.g., support specific projects as directed by the CEO and other appropriate members of the Senior Leadership Team). 

• Think and operate creatively and with an entrepreneurial mindset about expanding, scaling, and generally ensuring that Think Equal’s mission and strategy are successful.

Education and Experience 

• Degree or equivalent in relevant fields, preferably in project management, business, economics, international affairs or development. (Essential)

• Master Degree in relevant fields, preferably Project Management, Public Administration, Nonprofit Management or Business Administration. (Essential)

• 5+ years of experience needed in programme/project management. (Essential) 

• Proven experience of at least 2+ years in business development within the nonprofit sector (Essential) (BD experience within the education sector, especially in England ideal). 

• Proven experience of at least 2+ years in managing teams or personnel, with a demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and develop staff members. (Essential)

• Experience in administration or similar working environment. (Essential)

• Administration and development in international development organisation/charity. (Desirable)

• Experience of monitoring and evaluating programmes of change. (Desirable)

• Experience of working in fundraising & communications. (Desirable)

Competencies, Knowledge and skills:

• Ensure that at all times you take care of your health and safety and that of others by complying with health and safety obligations, particularly by reporting promptly any defects, risks or potential hazards.

• Comply with the policies and procedures of Think Equal at all times.

• Support the mission and vision of the organisation.

• Maintain confidentiality at all times and ensure compliance with data protection requirements.

• Contribute to close working relationships with all personnel and help to build an open and honest culture that facilitates learning, creativity and excellence.

• Undertake training as necessary in line with the development of the post.

• Understand and respond to the challenges of implementing an international programme of education.

• Carry out as directed, any other duties as required in addition to the above that will be both reasonable and within your capabilities.

• Develop and maintain accurate electronic and paper filing systems. 

• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and a wide range of stakeholders. 

• Computer literacy and excellent communication skills. High proficiency in a range of PC/web applications, including but not limited to: MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, Google Tools, and Monday

• Highly developed cultural awareness and ability to work well in an international environment with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures.

Other

• Candidates must have access to a safe, quiet, and secure workspace with reliable electricity, internet and cell phone connectivity.

• Some international travel may be required.

• Some work outside standard hours might be required. 

Application Deadline: 

Deadline to Apply - Tuesday 25 February 2025 12:00pm

About Us

The National Youth Jazz Collective is a vibrant National Youth Music Organisation established in 2006 to provide inspirational, high-quality training and performance opportunities for all young musicians interested in creative music making (through small group improvisation, composition, arranging and shared band leadership). NYJC offers a clear pathway of progression, beginning with an annual series of streamed regional ensembles (streamed into beginner, intermediate, advanced & young professional): delivered in collaboration with a growing network of regional and national partners; providing a bespoke programme of progression that leads towards NYJC’s pinnacle 12-day residential summer programme comprising a 3-day vocal jazz camp; 6-day composition summer school (where 15 composers write for NYJC’s five senior nonets); 7-day summer school for early career jazz improvisers (offering 45 places to the nation’s most gifted and talented young musicians after an Easter fortnight national audition tour) and 4-day feeder summer short course (for young musicians who showed great potential and skill in their auditions, but weren’t yet sufficiently familiar with the jazz vernacular and pedagogy to sustain an intense week on the main summer school course).

Job Summary

Ensure the Artistic Director's strategies & plans to deliver NYJC's artistic remit are in budget, resourced & meet NYJC's organizational goals & objectives. Line manage NYJC's Finance Manager, Programme Manager, Head Chaperone, website consultant & Marketing/Comms Officer. Steer fundraising strategy

Job Description

NYJC'S CEO KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Ensure a long-term strategy, business plan & budgets are in place to guide NYJC in the successful achievement of its objectives including the 3-year strategic plan & fundraising strategy.

Work with the Artistic Director to ensure their strategies & plans to deliver NYJC's artistic remit are in budget, resourced and meet NYJC's organizational goals & objectives.

Oversee delivery & implementation of NYJC's strategy with the management team, board & partners.

Provide strategic and financial leadership to the organisation as a whole, included overall organisational budgetary responsibility in accordance with NYJC's financial delegation policy.

Ensure that sufficient & appropriate financial, staff and technology resources are in place to deliver the organisation's strategy, projects and services.

Devise fundraising strategies, produce funding applications & pursue other sources of income for NYJC.

Lead on NYJC's 2027-30 NPO application (July 2025)

Lead on all management functions at organisational level including finance, income development, policies & procedures, human resources & contracts, evaluation, quality & operations.

Support the Board by providing high quality, regular management and monitoring information so that it can carry out its governance role.

Ensure appropriate risk management, policies & systems are in place to enable NYJC to continue to operate efficiently and effectively & comply with all regulatory requirements.

Ensure the work NYJC does is communicated effectively both internally and externally.

Represent the organisation as required in relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, including government, other arts organisations and funders.

Work within NYJC's equal opportunities, safeguarding, health & safety & other policies at all times.

Line manage NYJC's Finance Manager, Programme Manager, Head Chaperone (In charge of residential pastoral care), website consultant & Marketing & Comms Officer..

You can find further information on NYJC and a full CEO description by opening the attached CEO information pack

We are looking for an innovative and collaborative Project Manager, who is energised by the possibility of creating systemic change to address the lack of representation of survivors of human trafficking working within the advice sector.

This is a part-time role (21 hours a week). It is an exciting role, offering opportunities for growth and development, through working across a number of different workstreams and with strong partners, designed to deliver significant change for survivors of trafficking. 

We are proposing to offer people with lived experience of trafficking/modern slavery and migration an opportunity to gain substantial paid experience and relevant training in the advice sector, in the form of ‘an apprenticeship’, with the ultimate goal of creating a sustainable route to employment into the sector in the longer term. We also hope that this programme will model a potential new pathway to increase representation of those with lived experience of trafficking and modern slavery  in paid employment within the wider advice sector and the anti-trafficking sector more generally. 

If you are committed to ensuring that those with lived experience of trafficking / modern slavery are able to work within the advice sector, have an interest in/experience of co-production and want to have a significant impact by helping ATLEU to deliver this project we would love to hear from you.

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for empowering adults experiencing homelessness and multiple disadvantages to make and sustain positive change?

ABOUT THE SERVICE MANAGER ROLE 

We are looking for a Service Manager to join our team. This is a key leadership role where you will provide care and support to people experiencing homelessness and multiple disadvantages. You will work in a supportive and understanding environment, focusing on each person’s individual needs and goals. This role is perfect for someone who is determined, takes pride in their work, and is able to motivate a diverse team.  

We are particularly keen to encourage applications from individuals currently in deputy or senior roles who are looking to take the next step in their career. If you’re ready to step up and lead a team, this is an excellent opportunity to grow and make a real impact. 

Shift Pattern: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 09:00 - 5:00. Onsite face to face service. With flexibility around these hours required. All managers, including this position will take part in the out of hours on call duty. 

Salary: £36,700 

What are we looking for Service Manager?

• Supporting individuals in their recovery journey
• Helping people learn new skills and build confidence
• Working closely with other teams and organisations to ensure the right support is provided
• Leading and motivating a team to deliver high-quality care and support
• Managing complex situations and driving service improvements
• IT Proficiency, including Microsoft Office, and the ability to navigate and learn new case management systems and other types of organisational software 

We need a Service Manager who:

• Has strong leadership skills and can inspire and motivate a team. While you’ll have support from management, this role requires someone who can take ownership and lead with confidence
• Can drive the service forward and implement improvements
• Is confident in managing complex situations and making decisions
• Is ready to step up from a deputy manager role or similar experience to lead a team
• Takes ownership of their work and leads with confidence
• Can work at pace, use their initiative, make decisions, and be proactive in their approach
• Has experience in homelessness, substance use, or a related field, with transferable skills that align with the challenges of this role

What we offer

• 25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service
• Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans
• Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling
• Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing
• Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Annual Staff Awards

OVERVIEW OF KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Line Management/Leadership
• Service Delivery
• Risk Management, Information Management, and Case Recording
• Property and Housing Management
• Financial Management

Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria.

ABOUT US

Social Interest Group (SIG) believes good care and support improve lives. Our values of ambition, empowerment, transparency, and inclusivity drive everything we do. Our mission is to empower people who are marginalised by building powerful partnerships and creative solutions that bridge gaps in provision and aid recovery, reablement and resettlement.

SIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings (including people's own homes), probation settings, and hospitals awaiting discharge. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, and Kent. We believe in the power of well-planned, well-managed services to make a difference. We work with high standards and external and internal regulatory frameworks.

Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future: Theory of Change

Further details can be found on our website here: Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group.  

We are an inclusive employer, committed to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI). We value and celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences of all our employees. We have a team of ambassadors who are staff volunteers and actively support us in fortifying our organisational value of Inclusivity. SIG actively encourages applications from individuals from a diverse range of backgrounds, particularly lived experience ; Naturally, we approach any emerging issues with empathy and sensitivity. As an organisation, we’re proud to mention that our staff Ambassadors career aspirations generally benefit from embracing this unique opportunity to develop their respective skill sets in spaces that exist outside of their daily roles. 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages.

Additional information on our company policies including Gender Pay, Equality and Diversity, Company Benefits and our Candidate Privacy Policy can be found on our website.

Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We are an inclusive employer and encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact us on the details above.  

Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship, please ensure you have full right to work in the UK prior to applying to our positions.  

Service Manager | Trauma-Informed Care | Psychologically Informed Environment (PIE) | Recovery and Rehabilitation | Independent Living | Person-Centred Support | Leadership and Management | Team Development. 

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. 

At Student Minds, we’re seeking a dynamic Programmes Lead - Sector Improvement to oversee our flagship University Mental Health Charter (UMHC) Programme and Award, supporting universities to adopt a whole-organisation approach to mental health and wellbeing.
 

This is your chance to:

• Lead a team delivering sector-wide impact.
• Develop and oversee the delivery of ambitious programmes, ensuring they are sustainable and high quality.
• Build strategic partnerships across the HE and mental health sectors.

If you’re a strong leader with experience in programme management, stakeholder engagement, and change management, join us in creating conditions where every student can belong and thrive.

About Student Minds:
Student Minds is the UK’s student mental health charity. We work with students, professionals, and leaders to change the state of student mental health. Our work is growing, and we are looking for an experienced and dynamic Programmes Lead - Sector Improvement to join our team.

The Role:
As the Programmes Lead - Sector Improvement, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing our sector improvement programmes, providing strategic guidance, and driving change across the HE sector to improve mental health outcomes.

The UMHC framework, launched in 2019, is a set of evidence-informed principles supporting universities to adopt a whole-university approach to mental health and wellbeing. To support its adoption, Student Minds introduced the UMHC Award assessment process and a holistic membership programme (‘Programme’) for universities in 2021.

Through the UMHC Award and Programme, we aim to ensure every university and HE organisation in the UK adopts a strategic, whole-organisation approach to wellbeing and mental health, creating conditions where all students can belong and succeed in the ways that matter to them. This ambitious, impactful programme sits at the heart of the Student Minds strategy.
 

The Programmes Lead - Sector Improvement will:

• Lead National Programmes: Manage a team delivering the UMHC Programme and Award Assessments, working closely with the Head of Programmes to set strategic direction and ensure successful delivery.
• Recruit and Train Assessors: Lead a team of over 40 Assessors to deliver the UMHC Award Assessment process to approximately 16 universities annually.
• Develop Events and Resources: Plan and deliver conferences, online and in-person events, and resources for our growing membership base (113 universities and counting in 2024/25).
• Build Strategic Relationships: Engage with the HE and mental health sectors to foster partnerships, identify needs, and drive improvement.
• Financial Oversight: Support annual fee reviews and manage a complex programme budget with significant income and expenditure.
• Drive Organisational Thinking: As part of the Leadership Group, contribute to shaping the future of sector improvement opportunities at Student Minds.

We are seeking a resilient, adaptable, and accountable leader who thrives in a dynamic and evolving environment.

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Proven experience managing complex programmes and achieving strategic objectives.
• Strong commercial awareness with a track record of balancing cost, quality, and time effectively.
• Extensive experience in change management, including leading teams through transitions.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, building and sustaining strong relationships.
• Strong team management and conflict resolution capabilities.
• Public speaking experience, with confidence in presenting complex ideas to diverse audiences.
• Knowledge of system change approaches, with adaptability to evolving processes.

Desirable Skills and Experience:

• Experience leading an Award Assessment Programme.
• Knowledge of the HE sector.
• Experience in or knowledge of the mental health sector.

How to apply

If you’re ready to lead our digital evolution and make a meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you!

1. Download the recruitment pack in the document section at the bottom of this page, where you’ll find more information about the role including responsibilities and person specifications. 
2. Download and complete our application form -instead of collecting CVs, we use an application form to ensure fairness and equal opportunity for all. 
3. Upload your completed application form. 

Application deadline: 23rd February
1st stage interview:5th March (online via Google Meets)
2nd stage interview: 12th March in person at our Leeds office

Undergraduate Programme Leader

Location: Waverley Abbey, Waverley Abbey House, Waverley Lane, Farnham, Surrey, GU9 8EP
Salary: £16,000 pro-rata (0.4 - £40,000 FTE)
Hours: 14.5 hours a week
Job Type: Part time
Contract Type: Permanent

Due to 100% growth in our higher education intake in September 2024, we’re in an exciting phase of growth so are delighted to be recruiting for an Undergraduate Programme Leader to join us. 

Role Description:

The Programme Leader:

• is a senior career-grade teaching position. Post-holders will demonstrate academic leadership and innovation in learning, teaching and programme development.
• is crucial in supporting the management and strategic planning processes of the Faculty and the Institute. 
• will maintain oversight of the recruitment, progression and outcomes of students. 
• will be instrumental in driving positive student outcomes and NSS/TEF key performance indicators. 
• will line-manage a programme team (comprising permanent lecturing staff and sessional tutors) to ensure the quality of provision and student outcomes.
• teaching on all undergraduate and postgraduate programmes will also be undertaken when required. This may include teaching during weekdays, weekends and evenings.
• Please note the The Programme Leader role equates to 0.3 FTE and Senior Lecturer at 0.5 FTE

Principle Accountabilities:

• To provide academic leadership in the design, recruitment, delivery and monitoring of high-quality programmes. 
• To contribute to the continuing development of Faculty One by engaging in activities that will promote and enhance its standing in the field of psychotherapy and counselling. 
• To support the management and registry activities of the Faculty and Institute, undertaking a key role within Faculty or Institute working groups and committees, as required.

This role holds a Genuine Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010 to be a practising Christian who assents to Waverley Abbey’s Statement of Faith.

For further information on key responsibilities and person specification please see the Job pack. 

If you’d like to apply, please provide your CV, and a cover letter that directly addresses the requirements of the job description, including why you are interested in the role.

Applications will close 1 May 2025; we reserve the right to close applications early.

Please note, an appointment will be subject to:  

• Evidence of Right to Work in the UK 
• Satisfactory references 
• A satisfactory Enhanced DBS disclosure 
• Meeting the Occupational Requirement criteria 
• Satisfactory completion of a probationary period 

Sound interesting? Apply now!

We are at a critical moment in world history; a moment of profound spiritual, economic and social crisis in the UK and across the world – with opportunity for a radical, spiritual renewal. In the last half of 2022, CWR and 24-7 Prayer came together to create a new vision at Waverley Abbey for such a time of this.

The 112-acre Waverley Abbey Estate, located about an hour from London, Heathrow and Gatwick Airports, has been a place of prayer since 688 AD and was the site of England’s first Cistercian Abbey.

CWR was founded by Selwyn Hughes with a simple vision of helping people to spend Every Day with Jesus – to pray and study the Bible every day. In 1985, CWR opened the Waverley Abbey Estate to establish a place of prayer, retreat and a Christian College to train and equip young leaders. 24-7 Prayer is an international, interdenominational movement of prayer, mission and justice. 24-7 Prayer exists to revive the Church and rewire the culture. Its resources help millions of people and its members from all over the world have been praying non-stop since 1999. 

With its remarkable history of thirteen centuries of prayer, its strategic location on the Prime Meridian, and its 30,000 sq. ft of accommodation, the partnership of CWR and 24-7 Prayer at Waverley Abbey represents a unique opportunity to establish a mission centre and a hub for spiritual and social transformation in the UK and globally. 

We are creating a new Abbey for a new generation. One that will champion encounter with God, through education, engagement and enterprise — for spiritual and cultural renewal for this generation and generations to come.

REF-219361

We are seeking a talented Head of Programmes and Quality, fully committed to our widening participation cause, to join our Senior Operations Team. The postholder will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies to ensure that our programmes remain high-quality, impactful and aligned with emerging best practice.

And of course, you will need to have a genuine passion and enthusiasm for working with young people and helping them achieve their ambitions. 

Job Purpose
The postholder will be responsible for, and have strategic oversight of, the design, development and evaluation of the IntoUniversity programme. The IntoUniversity programme comprises of three main strands: Academic Support; the FOCUS Programme (primary, secondary and cross-centre programmes) and Mentoring.

The role at a glance

Contract

This is a permanent role. This role can be either full-time or part-time (0.8 FTE) - responsibilities will be adjusted proportionally for part-time candidates.

Start date

May 2025 (or as otherwise agreed)

Working hours

Mon and Thurs: 09:30-18:00 Tues, Weds, Fri: 09:00-17:30

We are a delivery organisation providing frontline educational services for young people. We are an organisation with team members at different stages of their career, including many in their first roles: We are committed to nurturing talent and providing a developmental culture for all. Our team works in-person 4 days per week (or 3 days for a 0.8 FTE staff member) with 1 day working from home.

Location

The role would be based at one of the IntoUniversity centres in Birmingham, Bristol, Coventry, Leeds, Liverpool, London, Manchester or Nottingham, with regular travel across the network and to our Head Office in London. 

Salary

£43,500 Plus additional London contribution of £2,600 for London-based candidates.
Pro rata for part-time candidate.

Annual leave

Full-time staff entitlement, pro-rated for part-time staff: 33 days (inc bank & public holidays) + 3 closure days (two in December and one in July) + additional length of service entitlement (one day per year of service, up to 5 days)

Staff benefits

• Employer pension contributions of 6% (and up to 8% after two years)
• Year round ‘early finish’ Fridays at 4.30pm
• Summer working hours (finish at 1pm on Fridays for six weeks in the summer), pro-rated for staff joining after January in the same year
• Employee Assistance Programme including access to wellbeing and legal support
• Life Assurance scheme with Aviva including SmartHealth service with access to 24/7 online GP appointments
• Interest-free new starter loans of up to £1,000
• Cycle to Work Scheme and Travelcard Loan Scheme
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental and adoption pay and sick pay allowances
• Staff in FOCUS – rewards, competitions and prizes across the year 

Come and join Barnardo's, our purpose is clear - changing childhoods and changing lives, so that children, young people, and families are safe, happy, healthy and hopeful.

The Research and Evaluation team are a vital part of the new Digital, Data and Technology (DDaT) directorate. The team provide excellent research and evaluation products and services for the charity - central to this work is the Outcomes Framework, our collaborative programme across disciplines to help us better evidence the impact of our work with children, young people and families.

We're looking for a new leader for our Research and Evaluation function. Our ideal candidate is someone who deeply understands and has experience of research and evaluation, and of leading the ongoing development of impact measurement frameworks, preferably in the field of children and young people. Suitable candidates would also have experience of leadership of a strong team of subject matter experts to deliver excellent provision of research and evaluation products and services.

This role reports to the Director of Digital, Data and Technology, and is a member of the DDaT leadership team.

This is a hybrid-working role, with an expectation that the majority of time will be spent working from home. Occasional attendance at Barnardo's offices and professional settings would be an expectation, as and when needed, to provide team leadership and direction, and contribute to the leadership of the directorate and wider charity. Whilst difficult to estimate, attendance in-person is likely to be no more than 2 or 3 days per month, averaged over the year.

Pay & Reward Framework

We know that our colleagues go above and beyond in delivering our vital work, driven by their passion and commitment to Barnardo's values.  We also know that we can only realise our ambitions and achieve better outcomes for more children, thanks to the talent, hard work and creativity of our people. 

For all these reasons, we are committed to a new approach to pay and reward, to ensure it is fair, attractive and progressive, which was rolled out in April 2023. This is a positive change for the charity, and a part of our People & Culture Strategy. It will assist us in supporting colleagues to belong, thrive and grow in their colleague journey at Barnardo's and in time will offer clear routes of progression for colleagues in both their career and their pay. 

Whilst the full pay band and salary range is advertised, our approach to starting salaries is to appoint between the minimum to mid-point of the pay band – this ensures that pay steps are available to reward our colleagues annually based on their contribution to excellence and alignment to our values and behaviours.  More details on Barnardo's pay framework can be found upon application. 

Benefits

Workplace Offer: What it means for you

The world of work has changed. We are understanding of what works best for our colleagues both current and future as we look to embrace this new way of working. Our hybrid working initiative is based on trust, flexibility and empowerment. We understand our workplace offer means different things to different people, and we encourage those conversations. This may mean working at one of our stores, services, working at home, at one of our Collaboration Hubs or any combination of these.

• Barnardo's believe in creating equality of opportunity in the workplace and supporting people to manage their work-life balance; we are therefore open to offering flexible working arrangements.
• Annual Leave entitlement for full-time colleagues is 26 days per annum, increasing to 27 days per annum, after 3 years Barnardo's service, 29 days per annum, after 5 years Barnardo's service and 30 days per annum, after 7 years Barnardo's service. Those working less than full time are entitled to the same level of holiday pro rata
• The ability to buy up to another 5 days annual leave via our HolidayPlus scheme
• A host of family friendly leave options including company Maternity Paternity and Adoption pay; together with all family additional leave options
• Service related sick pay from day 1
• Access to a Group Personal Pension with a matched 4% or 6% contribution from Barnardo's. Ability to pay via salary sacrifice to garner both tax and NI savings on your own contribution
• Death in service cover of 4x annual earnings for all staff contributing to our Group Personal Pension
• Cycle2work scheme
• Interest free season ticket loans
• Discounts and cashback from at high street shops including major supermarkets, cinemas, gyms, leisure/theme parks, holidays and much more via our Benefit Portal
• 20% discount at Barnardo's stores
• Opportunity to purchase a health cash plan to claim towards dental, glasses, therapy etc
• Free access to round the clock employee assistance program for advice and support
• Access to Barnardo's Learning and Development offer

*T&C's apply based on contract

About Barnardo's

We are committed to being an inclusive employer and cultivating a culture where everyone can belong and thrive through inclusion and connectivity. We want our workforce to be reflective of the communities we work with, and for equality, diversity and inclusion to be embedded in everything we do. We are a Disability Confident Leader, are progressing our ambition to be an anti-racist organisation with Anti-Racism Commitments and actions in place and have networks for colleagues who are disabled, LGBT+, Black and Minoritised Ethnic and Women. We particularly encourage applications from Black and Minoritised Ethnic and/or disabled candidates who are currently underrepresented in our workforce. For disabled applicants, we offer reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.

Our basis and values

Senior Finance Business Partner
Permanent, Full-time
£65,000 - £70,000
Hybrid working 3 days in office
Location: Central London

My client is a world-renowned organisation at the very heart of London’s arts sector. They enrich the lives of audiences across the UK, pushing the boundaries of music, dance and theatre production.

As part of the organisation’s ongoing growth plans, they are currently in the process of expanding the commercial arm of their business and explore new avenues for revenue. This has led to a need to recruit a senior finance business partner in support of this ambitious plan. 

As the senior finance business partner you will work closely with the Commercial Director, providing financial insight and influence to new initiatives.

Key responsibilities:

• Work closely with the senior leadership to strategize on income opportunities, analyse value for money and return on investment in relation to partnerships and advise key stakeholders accordingly
• Develop strong working relationships with key stakeholders and work in partnership with other teams providing data and analysis relevant to the business strategy.
• Use data from various data sources to understand historic trends and use this information to create financial models and presentations to inform budget decisions.
• Undertake monthly reviews with budget holders to review income and direct costs  and feedback to key stakeholders where necessary.
• Create income and cost Key Performance Indicators and research other organisations to measure performance.
• Provide timely and accurate monthly management accounts including income and expenditure, balance sheet reconciliations and Key Performance Indicators.
• Prepare budgets according to timelines in discussion with the team and Chief Financial Officer.
• Prepare monthly rolling forecasts of income and expenditure, working closely with other members of the Team,

The successful candidate will be a fully qualified accountant with a desire to drive change in an organisation, influencing senior stakeholders at multiple levels. Additional skills include highly developed interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to liaise and work across different teams.

My client is fully open to sector experience and committed to delivering a first-class training and induction programme. As such we welcome candidates from industry, charity or practice backgrounds.

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.

A little bit about the role 

Please note this role will be closing at 9am on Monday 24 February. 

The fundraising manager role sits in the fundraising team within the external relations division. The fundraising team is responsible for raising between £1m and £1.5m in fundraised income annually. Frontline’s philanthropic income complements the significant contract income the charity receives from central and local government and enables the charity to carry out its broader mission to create social change for hundreds of thousands of disadvantaged children.

Since we were founded in 2013, Frontline has leveraged its success to build committed, high impact partnerships with a number of prestigious supporters including trusts and foundations, corporates and high net worth individuals. Our new fundraising strategy focuses on continuing to grow our network of supporters by maintaining excellent relationships with our current funders while identifying new potential donors, and at the same time testing and developing fundraising through community and events and individual giving.

The successful candidate will work closely with the head of fundraising and the fundraising officer to implement Frontline’s annual fundraising plan, taking specific responsibility for growing our public fundraising income through community and events fundraising, individual giving and digital fundraising while also supporting building and developing partnerships with corporates. They will work closely with other teams to increase engagement with our fundraising activities from across the organisation, including staff, fellows (alumni of our programmes) and programme participants. The fundraising team is supported by the marketing, events and communications staff of the external relations division.

Some key responsibilities include:

• Lead on developing our public fundraising income (individual giving/community and events fundraising), working with other teams and external agencies where suitable to increase engagement among our audiences and grow our public fundraising income by:
  • Recruiting and stewarding participants in fundraising events
  • Encouraging people to raise funds for Frontline 
  • Testing and running fundraising appeals

A little bit about you 

We will be looking for applicants who have experience across a range of fundraising areas (in particular, community and events fundraising, individual giving, digital fundraising as well as corporate or major donors) to add strength to the team and allow us to pilot new fundraising initiatives. Frontline is at a turning point of a new fundraising strategy, and we need someone to help drive this forward, finding new opportunities to raise money and support for Frontline.

We have a fast-moving culture within the team and organisation, so we’re looking for someone who is who is well organised, details-focused and can use their initiative to do what works. You will have excellent communication skills, be able to build relationships with people and be willing to learn. There are lots of opportunities for growth and development in this role – and for the right candidate to make the role their own. 

If you feel you have the skills to make a real impact and contribute to creating lasting social change for children and families, we would love to hear from you. 

Important information

We have increased the diversity of Frontline’s workforce in the last 12 months, but we need to do more to have greater racialised minority representation in our senior roles. We know the value racialised minority voices bring and therefore, we are strongly encouraging applicants from these backgrounds to apply. We are also a disability confident employer and welcome applicants with disabilities.

We recognise that artificial intelligence (AI) such as ‘ChatGPT’ etc can be useful for applicants e.g. to shorten an initial draft, so we do not attempt to have an absolute ban on AI in applications. However we would caution applicants not to rely too much on AI in drafting answers to application questions. We want to hear your authentic voice arising out of your experience, and we will be looking for answers that use examples and experiences that are specific to you. You are more likely to be able to produce that kind of content yourself than an AI will.

We reserve the right to close this role ahead of the deadline once we reach a suitable number of applications, so please apply as soon as you can!

You will need to have current right-to-work in the UK prior to application and for at least the first six months (for permanent positions) or for the full duration of the contract (for fixed-term positions). Visa sponsorship is not guaranteed.

Global Canopy is a data-driven not for profit that targets the market forces destroying nature. We do this by improving transparency and accountability. We provide innovative open-access data, clear metrics, and actionable insights to leading companies, financial institutions, governments and campaigning organisations worldwide. 

Nature-related Finance: Nature loss poses material risks to financial institutions, as studies show more than half of global GDP is moderately or highly dependent on nature. Lack of high-quality nature-related data is one of the biggest obstacles holding financial institutions back from addressing nature-related risks. Global Canopy innovates to increase the scope, quality and accessibility of freely available data. We work to enable investors, lenders, insurers, financial regulators and others in the sector to identify and mitigate their impacts and dependencies on nature – and to seize the opportunity of investing in nature-positive solutions. Our work on nature-related finance centres on three collaborative flagship projects, the Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD), ENCORE and The Little Book of Investing in Nature.

Role overview

You will lead the effective implementation and ongoing development of our Nature-related Finance programme’s strategy and workplan through effective oversight, management and mentoring across our portfolio of projects.

You will be a strong technical leader in the nature space who excels at programmatic management and delivery.  With a drive and passion for effective delivery, technical quality and rigour, and ensuring teams are well organised and properly resourced to meet their individual and collective objectives on time and on budget. You will lead the management and mentoring of the team and its development to ensure it is equipped and motivated to deliver on and scale-up its day to day work, while also continuing to innovate. 

Programmatically, you will play a leading role in overseeing our work on the ENCORE data partnership, which sits at the strategic heart of the Nature-related Finance Programme as an entrypoint on nature for so many key market players. 

We welcome candidates based within reach of our main office in Oxford, as well as those who would work remotely (particularly in our focal countries such as Brazil or Colombia) with period travel to the UK.

To be successful in this role,  these are the things that will matter the most: 

• Strong technical and engagement experience in the nature-related finance space.
• Proven track-record managing and delivering programmes at a senior level, including overseeing and developing a complex portfolio of partnership programmes in an international setting.
• Strong experience of leading cross-functional and distributed teams and ability to coach and manage staff and support work planning in this dynamic context.

Skills and experience:

• Experience of working in complex multi-stakeholder partnerships and consortium arrangements.
• Experience of all stages of project development and delivery e.g. project design, fundraising, as well as project implementation and delivering results.
• Experience in a comparable sustainability-related role in a consultancy, industry association, Government or a not-for-profit organisation. 
• Emotional intelligence, internal and external communications skills, and the ability to ‘lead with warmth’.
• Ability to identify potential fundraising opportunities and design concepts in collaboration with Global Canopy’s Development team. 
• A demonstrable commitment to our mission and values.

At Global Canopy, we value diversity and inclusion. You can read our diversity statement on our website. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and are committed to having a team with a diverse set of skills, experiences and abilities. We are committed to reducing systemic barriers in our recruitment processes. 

Global Canopy works on issues of tropical deforestation. We are particularly interested in strengthening our team to include those with a background from forest regions such as Latin America and South East Asia. We welcome applications from people from these regions.

Global Canopy is an inclusive employer and accommodations will be made to allow anyone who requires additional support to apply for this role. Please get in touch with us if you require any additional support.