Social Welfare Jobs

Hammersmith and Fulham Foodbank is at an exciting stage of development, and we are looking for an experienced Volunteer Coordinator to invest in our existing team of volunteers and bring in new volunteers to help us reflect our community.

Our volunteers deliver 8 foodbank sessions a week across the borough, sort and pack in our warehouse, help with our data, drive our stock to centres, run collection events in the community, deliver to people’s homes and pick up donations. Volunteers are the heart of our organisation and we could not deliver our services without them.

We are looking for a candidate with experience in recruiting, selecting and training volunteers to join our team of 11 staff based at our centres across Hammersmith and Fulham.

We are fortunate to have an existing, committed team of volunteers and a strong local profile, meaning you will be joining a charity who many people are keen to support and get involved with.

We want you to help us create volunteer experiences that are professional, rewarding and have a lasting impact. As a team, we work hard and are passionate about the difference we make in people’s lives. If you feel you can add value and positivity to our organisation, then please apply as soon as you can.

Key Responsibilities:

- Actively manage our valuable volunteers by recruiting, training, supporting and communicating with the volunteer team.
- Monitoring, reporting and completing analysis on volunteer satisfaction, trends and outcomes for the Foodbank.
- Support during volunteer sessions, supporting delivery, troubleshooting and inputting to briefing and debriefing sessions.

What You’ll Bring:

- Experience in coordinating, managing or supervising a team of people, including volunteers.
- Conducting volunteer promotion, recruitment, selection and induction processes.
- Writing and delivering impactful training session content and materials.

What We’ll Offer:

- Full time (37.5 hours), permanent contract
- Competitive salary of £35,995 per annum
- 33 days annual leave
- Pension scheme
- Competitive benefits
- Opportunities for professional growth.

Application Deadline:

The closing date for applications is initially set for Thursday 6th February 2025, but depending on the number of applications received, we may bring this forward. We encourage early applications.

Further details:

Location: Based at The Hub, 75 Bloemfontein Road, W12 7DA, with regular visits to other Foodbank centres (see Locations page on our website). Opportunity for some home working by arrangement.

Requirements: An Enhanced Criminal Records check is required for this role as we work with vulnerable people in society.

Hammersmith and Fulham Foodbank is an Equal Opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all staff and volunteers. We serve a diverse part of London and we would particularly welcome applications from residents of Hammersmith and Fulham.

Strictly no agencies please.

About Hammersmith and Fulham Foodbank:

We are the Hammersmith and Fulham Foodbank, an independent charity and proud member of the Trussell Trust Foodbank Network. Our mission is the prevention and relief from poverty. We provide a range of essential services, offering professional advice through our partners such as Citizens Advice H&F and Anchor Counselling. We believe in helping 'the whole person' when possible and aim to respond quickly to the needs we see around us.

REF-219 181

Assistant Director- Data & Insight

We have an exciting and challenging opportunity for an Assistant Director of Data and Insight to lead the Data and Insight function at the charity, covering England and Wales. 

This is a newly created senior leadership role and is a unique opportunity to influence the transformation of support Victims and Witnesses receive through modernising and overhauling the use of data. 

Do you want to make a difference every day?  Do you want to contribute to change and improvement for those who need it?

Do you have resilience and adaptability?  Can you work effectively with a focus on customer service and care?

If yes, then we’d love to hear from you…

Position: 5942 Assistant Director- Data & Insight

Location: Home based (with frequent travel to the London offices)

Hours: Full time 37.5, Monday - Friday 9-5

Contract: Permanent

Salary: £66,961.19 per annum (allowance: Home Working, London Weighting)

Closing Date: 11th February 2024. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if enough suitable applications are received.

The Role

As an Assistant Director Data and Insight, you will be leading a team of analysts and developers to transform and overhaul our approach to working with data, helping to gain meaningful insight and achieve strategic ambitions.

This role can be based homebased or hybrid working dependent on proximity to an office, with frequent travel to the London offices.

About You

You will need:

• The ability to develop a charity-wide vision for a coherent joined up approach to working with data and deriving insight.
• Experience of working with large and complex datasets and a deep understanding of the tools and software required to work with data.
• Experience of delivering transformation at multiple layers of an organisation.
• To be a highly motivated and inspiring manager of people and a skilled communicator.

Please see the Job Description and Person Specification for further details when you apply.

In Return…

Benefits include:

• Flexible working options including hybrid working
• 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 33 days plus Bank Holidays
• An extra day off for your Birthday
• Pension with 5% employer contribution
• Enhanced sick pay allowances, maternity and paternity payments
• High Street, retail, holiday, entertainment and leisure discounts
• Access to our financial wellbeing hub and salary deducted finance
• Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support
• Ongoing training and support with opportunities for career development and progression

About the Organisation

This independent charity provides a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. Working towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System, everyone at the charity is driven by the Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events.

As part of the commitment to the Race at Work Charter we particularly welcome applicants from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. The charity is also a Disability Confident Employer and provides a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role.

If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of the selection process, the team will be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best.

You may have experience in areas such as Data, Insights, Data and Insights, Data Manager, Insights Manager, Data and Insights Manager, Director of Data, Director of Insights, Director of Data and Insights, Assistant Director of Data, Assistant Director of Insights, Assistant Director of Data and Insights, Deputy Director of Data, Deputy Director of Insights, Deputy Director of Data and Insights.

Please note this role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of our client.

PA to Trustees

National charity

£35,000 per annum pro rata

Permanent

Oxford

Part time: 22 hours per week with flexible working

Benefits: Excellent pension scheme, contribution of up to 10%, life assurance from day one and access to the Employee Assistance Programme

Do you have experience of supporting charity boards? Are you keen to work in a role where you can make a tangible difference in people's lives?

Charity People are working with a well-established charity who are supporting farming communities, offering practical aid, financial assistance, and mental health support throughout England and Wales, to recruit a PA to provide support to their Trustees.

The charity offers tangible, financial, and mental health support. Their funding initiatives enable farmers to attain financial stability, and their mental health support contributes to fostering emotional resilience, enabling individuals to effectively navigate challenges within the farming community. These resources are augmented by the round-the-clock hotline and a network of Support Managers across regions, delivering expert counsel and guidance.

The Role

The Personal Assistant makes a vital contribution by providing the Trustees with a range of professional administrative support. The role is fundamental to ensure the effective operation of the Board of Trustees.

Key responsibilities

Organisation and administration: Supporting systems including appointment, induction, appraisals and training for Trustees, setting up Trustee and Committee meetings, including accommodation and hospitality, and providing administrative support including the preparation, coordination and circulation of meeting papers

Communication: Ensuring good quality information flows between Trustees, Senior Leadership Team and wider charity, acting as a point of contact for the Council of Trustees, and ensuring that a formal schedule of matters for Trustee decisions is maintained

What we are looking for

To be successful in this role, you will need to be able to demonstrate the following:

• Previous experience of working to support charity trustee boards
• Affinity with the mission and objectives of the charity
• Managing critical contacts and relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Discretion and ability to maintain confidentiality
• Excellent administrative and prioritisation skills with the ability to multi-task and manage multiple deadlines
• Pro-active, self-motivated team player who is confident taking the initiative and working independently.
• An outstanding communicator, with ability to communicate succinctly on complex issues
• Excellent problem solving
• Excellent writing skills
• IT literacy
• A full UK driving licence

If this role has resonated with you and you would like to be part of something truly rewarding, where your skills and dedication will make a tangible difference in the lives of others, then we would love to hear from you.

How to apply

The application process is CV and supporting statement. Please reach out to Jen D'Souza at Charity People for more information about the role: .

Due to the nature of the role, we are accepting applications and interviews are taking place on a rolling basis Please do reach out if this impacts you in any way.

Charity People actively promotes equality, diversity, and inclusion. We match charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the charities we work with.

Age UK's forward-thinking Service & Business Improvement Team are recruiting for an exciting role which supports service development and improvement across the Age UK Brand Partner Network and Age UK National Services.

The successful Service Development & Improvement Advisor will provide direct support, developing and co-ordinating resources for service development and demonstrate a continuous improvement approach to services across the Charity.

Undertaking in-depth service reviews with Brand Partners across a wide range of services, including CQC registered services, you will upskill colleagues across Services & Partnership Affairs in service development, improvement techniques and approaches.

This fantastic opportunity offers hybrid and flexible working between home and our central London co-working hub. Currently the team meet once a month in the London office, typically on a Tuesday.

Age UK Internal Grade: 6TL

Must haves:

The below competencies will be assessed at the indicated stage of the recruitment process:

Application = A, Interview = I, Test = T, Presentation = P

• Experience of service development and improvement work A, I
• Experience of using a continuous improvement approach to improve services A, I
• Experience of evaluating services, producing reports and recommending improvement actions A, I, T
• Knowledge of using public health approaches to improve services to enhance outcomes for older people (or other demographic group) A, I
• Knowledge of service development and improvement tools A, T
• Understanding of the environment within which voluntary sector organisations deliver services A, I
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate with staff in different locations and roles A, I
• Ability to write clear and concise reports A, I
• Good IT skills, including proven ability to use Microsoft Office and Teams. A, I
• Ability to work proactively and on their own initiative. A, I
• The ability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external partners
• Keen understanding of issues facing older people A, I

Great to Have's:

• Experience of service management in the voluntary sector A, I
• Knowledge of public sector commissioning as it relates to services delivered by voluntary sector organisations A, I

What we offer in return

• Competitive salary, 26 days annual leave + bank holidays + annual leave purchase scheme
• Excellent pension scheme, life assurance, health cashback plan and EAP
• Car Benefit Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme and Season Ticket Loan
• Techscheme - buy any tech from Apple or Currys, up to £1000, and spread the cost over 12 months, interest free
• Blue Light Card Scheme
• You Did It Awards - recognition awards from £100-250.

Additional Information

Supporting statements and anonymisation process

Candidates are expected to provide a supporting statement alongside their CV that explains how they meet the 'must have' competencies annotated with an 'A' in the job description. This will be used to assess your suitability for the position. Age UK acknowledges that you may use AI to produce your supporting statement and whilst this is acceptable, we do expect candidates to address the must have criteria by personalising your experience, knowledge, and skills. Where candidates rely solely on AI content, Age UK reserves the right to reject the application.

Please note that all CVs will be anonymised by our recruitment system when you apply for a role at Age UK. Our system is unable to anonymise supporting statements, and we would therefore ask that you remove any personal information including your name before you upload to support the work we are doing on making our recruitment selection process more inclusive. All equalities monitoring information is also anonymised and not shared with the hiring panel. Your name and address will only be known to us once you are invited for an interview.

Equal opportunities & Disability Confident Scheme

Age UK is an Equal Opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We guarantee an interview to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria under the Disability Confident Scheme. Please note that on occasion, due to high numbers of applications, Age UK reserves the right to limit the overall number of interviews offered, and therefore, it may not always be practicable or appropriate to interview all disabled people that meet the minimum criteria for the job.

Reasonable adjustments

Disabled job seekers can access reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. Reasonable adjustments are changes made to remove or reduce a disadvantage related to a person's disability. All requests for reasonable adjustments are considered on a case-by-case basis, in collaboration with the disabled job seeker to best meet their needs. If you require reasonable adjustments, at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact Disability disclosures will be kept confidential and only shared on a need-to-know basis to support the implementation of adjustments. Disclosures will not be used to inform hiring decisions.

Age UK is committed to safeguarding adults at risk, and children, from abuse and neglect.

Early application is encouraged, we reserve the right to close the advert at any time.

About The Role
One of the UK’s largest charities has an exciting opportunity to join its press office where you’ll be telling truly inspiring stories supporting the UK’s Armed Forces community.

The Royal British Legion has a packed year ahead with some prestigious VIP campaigns to work on including the 80th anniversaries of VE Day and VJ Day and our annual Poppy Appeal and Remembrance.

If you like the idea of joining of a fun working environment where no two days are the same, then come and join our PR team as our new Regional Public Relations Officer for the South of England.

The RBL is proud of its work and your role will see you be more than an employee – you’ll be a storyteller, an advocate for veterans and a force for a positive change.
Embark on an exhilarating career with us where you’ll be running your own region as our eyes and ears in the South, alongside our other Regional PR Officers and the National PR team. Picture yourself at the forefront of our press campaigns, where your passion for finding stories and strategic communication will shape the narrative of a much-admired organisation.

Come and be part of the leading Armed Forces charity, making a difference to the lives of those who have served to keep us safe and protect our way of life.

As the linchpin connecting our mission to the public, you'll travel across the South, bringing the Royal British Legion's impactful work to life.

Your role isn't confined to an office; it's about seeking out and telling compelling stories that resonate across traditional and digital media platforms. It’s crafting press releases, articles, and media pitches that captivate audiences, driving awareness and increasing support for our cause. With your flair for media relations and negotiation skills with journalists, you'll secure significant coverage, ensuring the South is represented in the stories that get great coverage for the Royal British Legion.

Collaboration is key, and as part of our close-knit team, you'll work alongside passionate colleagues, contributing to the strategic vision set by the Head of Public Relations. From managing impactful media campaigns to providing logistical support for high-profile events at prestigious locations across the UK, your influence will be felt throughout the region and beyond.

What sets you apart? Your proven track record in media relations, public relations, or journalism.. You're not just an expert communicator; you're an advocate for our mission, armed with the ability to connect with journalists, ambassadors, stakeholders, and the diverse communities we serve.
Here at RBL, we aim to support our people and their wellbeing, with a package including generous paid holiday allowance and pension scheme contributions, and a range of optional benefits and discounts.

You will be contracted to your home address, which ideally would be anywhere south of Bristol or London, and you will perform most of your work remotely there using our collaboration tools to work with colleagues, with occasional travel (incl. for monthly team meetings). 

For more detailed information about the role, please see our Vacancy Information Pack attached to our direct advert.

RBL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics.

We may close this vacancy early if we believe we have enough strong applications to be able to successfully fill the role(s). Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

Director - OneRichmond

Empowering Local Communities through Philanthropy

OneRichmond, an innovative place-based giving charity, is seeking a visionary Director to lead its mission of unlocking new funding and fostering local philanthropy across the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames. This is a rare opportunity to drive meaningful change in a community that values giving back, while addressing pressing hidden needs.

About OneRichmond:

With backing from City Bridge Foundation and its parent charities, Richmond Foundation and Hampton Fund, OneRichmond connects individuals, businesses, and community organisations to jointly address inequalities within one of London's most vibrant boroughs. We raise and channel funds to create lasting impact for underserved groups, with a current focus on supporting unpaid carers. Operating as part of the London's Giving network, there is a clear commitment to fostering collaboration, innovation, and local engagement. We are currently a small charity, but with big ambitions.

About the Role:

The Director will lead the strategic development, operations, and fundraising efforts of OneRichmond. Reporting to the Board of Trustees, you will be the driving force behind establishing OneRichmond as a cornerstone of local philanthropy, engaging a wide array of stakeholders to create transformative change. You will bring an entrepreneurial outlook, coupled with the ability to thrive in a startup environment

Key Responsibilities:

• Fundraising: Develop and execute strategies to secure funding from corporates, high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs), trusts, and foundations.
• Strategic Leadership: Shape and implement the charity's medium- and long-term vision, in collaboration with the Board.
• Community Engagement: Build partnerships with residents, businesses, and local groups to embed the ethos of local giving.
• Governance and Operations: Oversee financial management, compliance, and operational excellence to ensure sustainable growth.
• External Relations: Represent OneRichmond at public events, campaigns, and in partnerships to raise awareness of local issues and opportunities for giving.

Who We're Looking For:
We are seeking an inspirational and tenacious leader, who combines strategic vision with hands-on implementation and can thrive in a start-up environment. An alignment of values and the motivation to make a meaningful difference for those living and working within the borough, and/or experience of place-based giving will enhance your application.

Skills and Experience:

• Exceptional communicator with proven success in fundraising across diverse income streams.
• Strong relationship-building skills with corporates, HNWIs, and local stakeholders.
• Experience in leading teams and managing start-up operations.
• Understanding of community engagement, grant-making, and charity governance.
• Financial management, planning, and budgeting expertise.

Terms and Benefits:

• Full-time, flexible role based in Richmond with hybrid working options.
• Salary: £60,000-£65,000 (with higher compensation for the right candidate).
• 5% employer pension contribution
• 28 days holiday

Initial two-year contract, extendable based on funding and performance

Timeline:
A Q&A webinar session will be hosted by OneRichmond Tuesday 4th February 6-7pm where they will share further insights and answer any additional questions you may have. Please register your interest in attending this webinar with your consultant to receive joining instructions.

Application deadline: Monday 17th February
Interview dates: TBC

How to Apply:
Charity People Ltd is acting as a recruitment agency advisor to OneRichmond on this appointment. Interested candidates are invited to submit a CV to Senior Appointments at Charity People and request a candidate pack. If you have further questions prior to applying, please contact Fabrice Yala at Charity People

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 we can help make the application process work for you.

Charity People actively promote equality, diversity, and inclusion. We match charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the charities with which we work.

Are you an experienced Employee Relations professional looking for a new opportunity? Would you like to join a busy team within a leading UK Charity? We would love to hear from you!

We are have the opportunity for 2 Employee Relations Advisors to join our People & Organisational Development team on 6 Month Fixed Term Contracts.

These Contract opportunities will see you working as part of a Shares Service team, managing numerous ER projects at any one time. This will involve coordinating administrative tasks, supporting the development and implementation of strategic initiatives, and managing stakeholder relationships to ensure alignment and collaboration across departments.

With more than 2,000 staff UK wide, the RBL Employee Relations team are at the heart of supporting our workforce. The team is a well-established group of Advisors, and these Contract roles are newly created to be responsible for managing and driving project based initiatives and ensuring the successful planning and delivery of key projects.

Come and be part of the leading Armed Forces charity, making a difference to the lives of those who have served to keep us safe and protect our way of life.

Reporting to the People Operations Manager, key responsibilities will include:

- Managing numerous Employee Relations projects
- Upskilling Senior Managers to handle change within their Care Homes
- Supporting Senior Care Management to implement change initiatives
- Dealing with disputes appropriately
- Staying current with Employee Relations trends, regulations and legal requirements

You will be expected to travel nationwide regularly in the course of your work. You will be contracted to your home address, where you will be expected to work – using our collaboration tools – when not travelling.

Roles are on a 6 Month Fixed Term Contract, with a start date of no later than 3rd March 2025.

Our Employee Relations Team at RBL launched in July 2022 and has gone from strength to strength since that time, developing strong relationships with its stakeholders, both within the People Directorate and in other directorates around the organisation to position itself as an important asset in day to day people management.

As an organisation here at RBL, we aim to support our people and their wellbeing, with a package including generous paid holiday allowance and pension scheme contributions, and a range of optional benefits and discounts.

For more detailed information about the role, please see our Vacancy Information Pack attached to our direct advert.

RBL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics.

We may close this vacancy early if we believe we have enough strong applications to be able to successfully fill the roles. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

If you require the job advert or job description in an alternative format, please contact 0808 802 8080.

Trusts and Foundations Manager

ABOUT US

Somebody goes missing in the UK every 90 seconds. Missing People exists to ease the heartache experienced by those missing someone, and to help people who are away from home find their way back to safety. Our vision is for every missing child, adult and family left behind to find help, hope and a safe way to reconnect. We are a non-judgemental, highly skilled team of staff and volunteers working for everyone who needs us. We provide free, confidential support, help and advice by phone, email, text and live chat.

We coordinate a UK-wide network of people, businesses and media to join the search for the estimated 170,000 people who go missing each year.

Missing People is an independent charity that relies on donations.

THE IMPACT YOU WILL HAVE

The generous support from charitable trusts and foundations, livery companies and lotteries help Missing People to be a lifeline when someone disappears. The team raise vital funds - between £600k-£950k annually - with scope for further growth.

As the Trusts and Foundations Manager, the funds you raise will enable us to be a lifeline. There for children and adults in crisis who are missing or thinking of leaving home, and families waiting desperately for news. The people we support continue to be hit hard by the cost of living crisis. Our Helpline staff have heard from people struggling with anxiety, debt and increased mental health challenges, who feel their only option is to disappear. Others are fleeing difficult situations at home or in care, such as abuse and exploitation.

Are you ready to bring your passion, tenacity and experience of leading and delivering a trusts and foundations programme to ensure that missing people and their loved ones are supported and safeguarded?

ABOUT YOU

You will need to have experience of:

• Securing large (£30,000 - £100,000+) grants and exceeding fundraising targets;
• Leading and delivering a trusts and foundations programme;
• High quality reporting to funders;
• Managing people;

You will also need:

• Ability to generate quality output at speed and to deadline;
• Knowledge of charity sector with sound understanding of trends made by trusts, foundations and emerging funding streams;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for drafting compelling bids, cases for support, reports and briefings;
• Please find attached detailed job description and person specification, a letter from the line manager and a summary of Missing People's Achievements 2024.

WHY WORK FOR MISSING PEOPLE?

Would you like to work for a welcoming, caring organisation which really makes a difference to vulnerable people throughout the UK? Missing People is a friendly and supportive place to work.
Working for Missing People means living our values. It’s a place where people are encouraged to ‘let fly’ so you can ‘make things happen’. We know you’re more than just a job title, and ‘be human’ is an important value here. You will find plenty of scope for personal development including: getting involved in cross-charity projects; leadership development or volunteer supervision; training; e-learning; and hearing about the latest topics from some of our amazing partners

We offer a range of enhanced family friendly benefits. We are happy to talk about flexible working in many of our roles.

How to Apply

Please include your CV and a Supporting Statement that demonstrates how you are a good fit for this role.

Closing date: 11:59 on 10/02/2025
Interviews: 19 & 20 February 2025

Location: South West London (Central Office is based in Mortlake – 12 mins from Clapham Junction and 23 mins from Waterloo) Contract: Permanent
Job Type: Full time or part time, Choose from 28 - 35 hours per week. Flexible working considered.
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £40,000 per annum full time (35 hours per week) or pro rata part time (e.g. £32,000 actual if 28 hours per week)
Benefits: 28 days annual leave per annum/pro rata plus statutory holidays on appointment. Additional annual leave days awarded on length of service* • Company pension contribution • Life insurance (3 x salary) * • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) including 24/7 support helpline • Interest-free Season Ticket Loans* • Additional maternity pay and leave* •Additional paternity pay* • Additional sick pay* *available after probation period passed

You may also have experience in the following: Trust Manager, Foundations Manager, Fundraiser, Fundraising, Charity, Not for Profit, Third Sector, Volunteer, Charities, Trusts and Foundations Fundraiser, Trusts and Foundations Coordinator, Trusts and Grants Manager etc.

REF-219 310

Philanthropy and Partnerships Manager (Hybrid)
£43,505 per annum | Full-Time | Permanent

Are you passionate about building meaningful relationships and delivering high-impact partnerships? Hestia is seeking a Philanthropy and Partnerships Manager to secure transformational gifts and drive growth in our high-value fundraising programmes.

What You’ll Do
As Philanthropy and Partnerships Manager, you will:

- Manage a portfolio of high-value donors and corporate partners, securing five and six-figure gifts.
- Develop inspiring stewardship plans that align partner objectives with Hestia’s strategic priorities.
- Research and cultivate new funding opportunities to grow our high-value donor income pipeline.
- Lead and coach team members to deliver exceptional results and achieve their goals.
- Create compelling fundraising proposals and budgets to establish long-term partnerships.

Why Choose Hestia?

- Impactful Role: Your work will secure vital resources to support survivors of domestic abuse, modern slavery, and mental health crises.
- Career Development: Be part of a supportive team committed to helping you grow and achieve your professional goals.
- Collaborative Environment: Work with passionate colleagues across fundraising and frontline services.
- Flexibility: Enjoy hybrid working arrangements, with time in our Central London office and remote work opportunities.

What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for a motivated professional who:

- Has significant experience in building relationships with major donors or corporate partners.
- Can deliver exceptional stewardship communications and campaigns.
- Thrives in a collaborative setting, managing cross-team projects or people in complex environments.
- Brings creativity, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills to their work.
- Shares Hestia’s empathy and understanding for those in crisis.

About Hestia
Hestia is a leading organisation supporting adults and children in crisis. By connecting donors and partners with our life-changing work, we aim to empower communities and rebuild lives.

How to Apply
Ready to drive impactful partnerships? Apply today and help make a difference in the lives of vulnerable individuals and families.

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.

Age UK's Telephone Friendship Service is recruiting for 3 Friendship Coordinator's to join our growing team!

Loneliness is a major issue that is now widely recognised in society today, particularly amongst older people. By scheduling weekly calls from our trained volunteers, Age UK's National Telephone Friendship Service provides older people with a chance to make a new friend from the comfort of their home.

As a Friendship Coordinator, you will play a vital role in coordinating and supporting the thousands of matches between our members and volunteers across the UK. Whether you are answering emails and calls, ensuring safeguarding measures are upheld or supporting members and volunteers through the onboarding processes, you will be helping to ensure this much needed service reaches those who need it most, in a safe and efficient manner.

Utilising your excellent customer service skills, you will be the first port of call to support our volunteers and older members - so you'll need to be comfortable spending a lot of time on the phone and communicating by email. You'll also need to be passionate about supporting older people and have a good understanding of older people's needs.

This role can either be based at our office in Blackpool, or in Ashburton Devon. We offer a hybrid model of home and office based-working, so you will need to be within a reasonable distance of either the Blackpool or Devon office and be willing to travel there regularly.

You will work a 35-hour working week, 5 days out of 7 with start and end times between 8am and 6pm. It will include weekend and bank holiday shifts, which will be arranged on a rota basis.

The below competencies will be assessed at the indicated stage of the recruitment process:
Application = A, Interview = I, Test = T, Presentation = P

Must haves:

* Excellent communication skills - both written and verbal (A, I, T)
* Confident and friendly telephone manner (A, I)
* A passion for supporting older people (A, I)
* Excellent IT skills including Microsoft Office (A, I, T)
* Ability to manage a busy workload (A, I)
* A commitment to promoting equality and diversity (A)
* Being a positive team player. (A, I)

Great to haves:
* An understanding of older people's issues (A, I)
* Experience supporting volunteers (A, I)
* Knowledge of safeguarding issues (A, I)
* Experience of working with older people over the phone (A, I)

What we offer in return

• Competitive salary, 26 days annual leave + bank holidays + annual leave purchase scheme
• Excellent pension scheme, life assurance, health cashback plan and EAP
• Car Benefit Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme and Season Ticket Loan
• Techscheme - buy any tech from Apple or Currys, up to £1000, and spread the cost over 12 months, interest free
• Blue Light Card Scheme
• You Did It Awards - recognition awards from £100-250.

Additional Information

Supporting statements and anonymisation process

Candidates are expected to provide a supporting statement alongside their CV that explains how they meet the 'must have' competencies annotated with an 'A' in the job description. This will be used to assess your suitability for the position. Age UK acknowledges that you may use AI to produce your supporting statement and whilst this is acceptable, we do expect candidates to address the must have criteria by personalising your experience, knowledge and skills. Where candidates rely solely on AI content, Age UK reserves the right to reject the application.

Please note that all CVs will be anonymised by our recruitment system when you apply for a role at Age UK. Our system is unable to anonymise supporting statements, and we would therefore ask that you remove any personal information including your name before you upload to support the work we are doing on making our recruitment selection process more inclusive. All equalities monitoring information is also anonymised and not shared with the hiring panel. Your name and address will only be known to us once you are invited for an interview.

Equal opportunities & Disability Confident Scheme

Age UK is an Equal Opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We guarantee an interview to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria under the Disability Confident Scheme. Please note that on occasion, due to high numbers of applications, Age UK reserves the right to limit the overall number of interviews offered, and therefore, it may not always be practicable or appropriate to interview all disabled people that meet the minimum criteria for the job.

Reasonable adjustments

Disabled job seekers can access reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. Reasonable adjustments are changes made to remove or reduce a disadvantage related to a person's disability. All requests for reasonable adjustments are considered on a case-by-case basis, in collaboration with the disabled job seeker to best meet their needs. If you require reasonable adjustments, at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact Disability disclosures will be kept confidential and only shared on a need-to-know basis to support the implementation of adjustments. Disclosures will not be used to inform hiring decisions.

Age UK is committed to safeguarding adults at risk, and children, from abuse and neglect. We expect everyone who works with us to share this commitment.

Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert at any time.

Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty. 

The Role: 

We are looking for maternity cover for the exciting role of Head of Agile Campaigns & Education at Oxfam GB. 

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for driving impactful change through innovative campaigns and youth engagement? Do you thrive in building strong teams and shaping strategies that make a real difference? 

This role offers the chance to lead on strategic and tactical campaigns that address critical global issues. 

This maternity cover role will work closely with peers within Oxfam GB to implement inspiring campaign strategies that align with our organisational goals. You will oversee a team of talented campaigners and educators, providing leadership and fostering an inclusive and innovative team culture. 

This role will play a pivotal part in delivering people-powered theories of change, managing relationships with key stakeholders, and ensuring Oxfam’s values are at the heart of all we do. 

What we are looking for: 

We’re looking for a candidate who cares about Oxfam's mission to end poverty and is personally aligned to our feminist principles and values of empowerment, accountability and inclusion in all you do. 

You will be a strategic thinker with a proven track record in campaign leadership and/or youth engagement. Your passion for creating positive change is matched by your ability to inspire and nurture teams. An ideal candidate for the role will also have: 

• Significant experience in developing and implementing creative, impactful campaigning strategies.
• Proven leadership of mid-sized teams, with a commitment to fostering inclusion and innovation.
• Expertise in at least one of our key specialisms: campaigning, activism, mobilisation, or youth engagement.
• Strong understanding of the UK political, social, and cultural context.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work across teams, countries, and divisions. 

We offer: 

We offer a competitive salary and a range of additional benefits to staff including flexible working options, generous pension scheme, annual leave, additional leave allowances, company sick pay, life assurance and a range of other benefits.

From the day you join Oxfam we invite you to stretch and learn in your role. Our wide range of Learning & Development opportunities includes in-house courses, e-learning modules, on-the job learning opportunities, coaching and mentoring, and much more.

You can read more about all Oxfam has to offer here. 

Flexfam: 

We believe flexible working is key to building the Oxfam of the future, so we’re open to talking through the type of flexible arrangements which might work for you.This is a UK-based role, and we would welcome applications from individuals who would like to work hybrid between home and one of Oxfam’s offices in England, Wales or Scotland.

How to apply: 

As part of your online application, please upload your up to date CV and Cover Letter explaining your suitability against the essential criteria in the job profile.

Our values and commitment to safeguarding 

Oxfam is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and committed to promoting the welfare of children, young people, adults and beneficiaries with whom Oxfam GB engages. Oxfam expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us. 

The post holder will undertake the appropriate level of training and is responsible for ensuring that they understand and work within the safeguarding policies of the organisation. 

All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks. Oxfam GB also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme.In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures. 

We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organisation and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. 

About us 

Oxfam is a global community who believe poverty isn’t inevitable. It’s an injustice that can be overcome. We are shop volunteers, women’s right activists, marathon runners, aid workers, coffee farmers, street fundraisers, goat herders, policy experts, campaigners, water engineers and more. And we won’t stop until everyone can live life without poverty for good. 

Oxfam GB is a member of international confederation of 21 organisations working together with partners and local communities in the areas of humanitarian, development and campaigning, in more than 90 countries.

A thriving diverse Oxfam: 

It’s people power that brings about change. To play our part as a global organisation working to overcome poverty and inequality, we need equality, diversity and inclusion across our community of staff, partners and volunteers. Together, we’re committed to becoming a more diverse workforce, better able to tackle the global challenges that face our world today. 

To do that:

• We need to dismantle the unequal power structures that exist everywhere, this including Oxfam and the wider development and charity sectors.
• We need an inclusive Oxfam where everyone can bring who they are to our work and feels celebrated for the differences they bring.
• We want and need everyone, and that means we need you.

Trusts and Statutory Funding Manager (Hybrid)
£43,505 per annum | Full-Time | Permanent

Are you an experienced fundraiser with a talent for securing major grants? Join Hestia as our Trusts and Statutory Funding Manager, where your skills will directly support life-changing services for people in crisis.

What You’ll Do
As Trusts and Statutory Funding Manager, you will:

- Lead the creation of high-quality, tailored applications to trusts, foundations, and statutory funders.
- Develop compelling cases for support that align funders’ objectives with Hestia’s mission.
- Build and steward relationships with funders, ensuring long-term partnerships through personalised updates and progress reports.
- Maintain accurate records on Donor Perfect, ensuring all grants, donations, and correspondence are up to date.
- Collaborate with colleagues to identify funding needs and stay updated on operational developments.

Why Choose Hestia?

- Mission-Driven Impact: Be part of an organisation dedicated to empowering vulnerable individuals and communities.
- Professional Growth: Work in a supportive environment where your skills in fundraising will make a tangible difference.
- Flexibility: Benefit from hybrid working arrangements, balancing time in our Central London office with remote work.
- Generous Benefits: Enjoy 39 days of annual leave (including public holidays) and up to 30 days of sick pay, depending on your length of service.

What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking a skilled and proactive individual who:

- Has a track record of securing five and six-figure grants from trusts and statutory funders.
- Is confident in crafting budgets and tailored proposals to meet funder criteria.
- Thrives in a fast-paced environment and can manage competing priorities with precision.
- Demonstrates strong relationship management skills, both internally and externally.
- Is empathetic and aligned with Hestia’s mission to support vulnerable communities.

About Hestia
Hestia is a leading charity providing support for adults and children in crisis, including survivors of domestic abuse, modern slavery, and mental health challenges. Through innovative services and passionate teams, we work tirelessly to rebuild lives.

How to Apply
Join us and make a difference! Apply today to help secure vital funding for people in need.

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.

Are you an ambitious and tenacious Trusts Fundraiser looking to create real change?

Charity People are proud to be partnered with Village Water, a wonderful Charity dedicated to providing safe water and improving sanitation and hygiene in communities across Africa.

They are looking for a passionate and driven Trusts Fundraiser to lead efforts in securing significant grants from trusts and foundations.

Location: Remote (UK-based), with mandatory attendance at 5 annual meetings (including overnight stay for 2-day meetings) at their head office in Shrewsbury and occasional external meetings elsewhere.
Salary: £33,000 - £36,000 per annum, depending on experience
Benefits include: 7% matched pension (after 3 months), 5 weeks' annual leave + bank holidays, and a discretionary Christmas shutdown

The Charity:

Village Water are passionate about making a difference. Since 2004, they have been empowering rural communities in Zambia and Mozambique through safe water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) initiatives. By collaborating with local partners, they ensure that even the most marginalised populations have the opportunity to thrive. As a small, dynamic team, they are proud of their personal touch, collaborative approach, and unwavering commitment to driving positive change.

About the Role:

This is an incredible opportunity for someone to take ownership of their trust and foundations portfolio, where your efforts will directly contribute to the continuation and growth of their impactful work.

As their Trusts Fundraiser, you will:

• Build and manage a robust pipeline of funding applications, securing grants of £100,000+ from trusts, foundations, and statutory bodies.

• Develop and nurture relationships with existing and prospective funders, delivering outstanding stewardship.

• Collaborate with colleagues to craft compelling proposals, reports, and impactful fundraising appeals.

• Ensure timely reporting to funders in line with grant conditions, while driving unrestricted income opportunities.

• Play a pivotal role in the success of exciting fundraising campaigns, such as the Big Give or Radio 4 appeals.

About You:

They are looking for a fundraising expert who combines strategic thinking with hands-on enthusiasm. You will have a proven track record in securing significant multiyear grants and a passion for fostering relationships that drive meaningful change.

You will bring:

• A history of securing grants, including awards of £20,000- £100,000+ and multiyear support.

• Experience navigating complex funding processes with organisations such as FCDO, Big Give and Comic Relief.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to inspire funders and stakeholders.

• Strong budgeting and financial acumen, paired with database management skills.

• A collaborative spirit and a genuine passion for making a difference.

Why Join Village Water?

You will be part of a supportive and ambitious team where your work truly matters. Together, you will empower communities, transform lives, and build a brighter future for the people who need it most.

How to Apply:

If you're ready to make an impactful difference, then we want to hear from you. Please send your CV to Priya Vencatasawmy for further details of the application process.

Closing date: 6th February at 12pm
First stage interview: Thursday 13th and Friday 14th February

Charity People actively promote equality, diversity, and inclusion. We match charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the charities we work with.

Age UK is recruiting! We have an exciting opportunity for a pro-active self-starter to join our Retail South division as a Divisional Support Manager.

Utilising their excellent people development skills and retail management experience, our Divisional Support Managers play a vital role in the development and continuous improvement of our Retail stores and teams.

As a Divisional Support Manager, you will use your problem-solving skills to identify potential store improvements, motivate store staff and deputise for our Area Sales Managers when required.

This field-based position will require frequent travel across our South division with weekly overnight stays likely. A company car will be provided.

The successful applicant will be required to travel across our South Division in England.

Candidates living near London, Kent and Surrey would therefore be situated in the ideal location for this opportunity.

This fantastic role opportunity would suit someone with fashion retail management and merchandising experience who may aspire to be an Area Sales Manager in the future.

Please note we will be actively interviewing throughout the advertising period; early application is highly recommended.

Age UK Internal Job Grade - 7N

You will have:

* The ability to be Self-motivated and able to work independently with initiative.
* Excellent organisational skills and prioritise the work in line with deadlines.
* Demonstrate understand and interpret financial information to manage shop performance outcomes.
* Excellent communication skills with the ability to build relationships, deliver messages and resolve problems that may arise.
* The ability to recognise stock potential to generate income and the importance of attractive presentation.
* Knowledge of health and safety as relates to the shop environment.
* The ability to apply discretion and adhere to company confidentiality.
* Strong working knowledge of Microsoft based IT programs including, Word, Excel, and Outlook or similar.
* An entirely flexible approach to working hours and extensive travel demands including regular overnight stays and occasional weekend working.
* A full, current and clean driving license. A vehicle will be provided.

What we offer in return

• Competitive salary, 26 days annual leave + bank holidays + annual leave purchase scheme
• Excellent pension scheme, life assurance, health cashback plan and EAP
• Car Benefit Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme and Season Ticket Loan
• Techscheme - buy any tech from Apple or Currys, up to £1000, and spread the cost over 12 months, interest free
• Blue Light Card Scheme
• You Did It Awards - recognition awards from £100-250.

Additional Information

All CVs will be anonymised by our recruitment system when you apply for a role at Age UK. Please note that our system is unable to anonymise cover letters, and we would therefore ask that to support the work we are doing on making our recruitment selection process fairer and more unbiased, that you remove any personal information from your cover letter/supporting statement, including your name before uploading this. All equalities monitoring information is also anonymised and not shared with the hiring panel. Your name and address will only be known to us once you are invited for an interview.

Age UK is an Equal Opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We guarantee an interview to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria under the Disability Confident Scheme. Please note that on occasion, due to high numbers of applications, Age UK reserves the right to limit the overall number of interviews offered, and therefore, it may not always be practicable or appropriate to interview all disabled people that meet the minimum criteria for the job.

Age UK is committed to safeguarding adults at risk, and children, from abuse and neglect. We expect everyone who works with us to share this commitment.

Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert at any time.

Age UK politely requests no contact from recruitment agencies or media sales. We do not accept speculative CVs from recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.