We re looking for a dynamic, entrepreneurial self-starter to lead and grow commercial income at West Horsley Place. This is an exciting opportunity for a creative thinker with strong sales experience who can spot new opportunities, develop fresh ideas and turn them into successful, income-generating activity from concept through to delivery. Job Description: Commercial Income Lead Location : West Horsley Place (hybrid working considered) Reporting to: Deputy Director Hours: 0.8 Part Time Contract : Fixed-term contract (12 months) with the option to extend. We are open to a range of contract models, including freelance arrangements, annualised hours, job share or alternative part-time structures. Applicants with experience delivering events at a senior level are encouraged to propose a working arrangement that supports effective sales performance and event delivery. Working pattern : Working hours will be agreed to meet business needs, with regular evening and weekend work required to deliver events Salary : £35,000 for 0.8 Part Time (£43,750 FTE) Role purpose The Commercial Income Lead is a senior, entrepreneurial role responsible for shaping, growing and diversifying West Horsley Place s commercial income. This is a highly proactive position for a self-starter who thrives on identifying opportunity, creating new sales channels and turning ideas into deliverable, income-generating activity. The postholder will develop and lead commercial strategy while remaining closely involved in hands-on sales, client management and on-site delivery. The role oversees a broad portfolio including corporate venue hire, filming and photography, third-party commercial activity and estate partnerships. It also provides strategic oversight of weddings and private events, line-managing the Weddings & Private Events Coordinator who leads day-to-day sales and delivery in that area. Key responsibilities Commercial leadership & strategy Develop and lead a clear commercial income strategy, aligned with the Trust s charitable purpose and long-term sustainability. Identify, test and launch new sales channels, commercial products and partnerships, taking ideas from concept to implementation. Drive income growth by improving yield, diversifying offer and unlocking under-utilised assets across the house and estate. Monitor market trends and competitor activity, using insight to evolve pricing, positioning and proposition. Sales & business development Personally lead sales activity for corporate hire, filming/location hire and other non-wedding commercial use. Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, agents, production companies and partners to generate repeat business and referrals. Represent West Horsley Place confidently in commercial negotiations and external relationships. Planning & delivery Act as commercial lead for the planning and on-site delivery of non-wedding hires and events. Ensure high standards of delivery, client experience, risk management and operational coordination. Work closely with colleagues, contractors and tenants to ensure smooth delivery with minimal impact on public activity. Review performance and delivery post-event, embedding learning and continuous improvement. Filming, traders & partnerships Serve as principal contact for filming and location hire, including management of the relationship with the location agency. Oversee relationships with regular and seasonal traders and third-party hirers. Identify, negotiate and secure commercial partnerships and estate-based opportunities that align with the Trust s values and character. Weddings & private events strategic oversight Provide strategic oversight of weddings and private events to ensure alignment with wider commercial objectives. Line-manage the Weddings & Private Events Coordinator, setting priorities, supporting development and monitoring performance. Enable cross-support between weddings and other events where appropriate, while protecting the coordinator s primary focus on wedding sales and delivery. Organisational contribution Contribute to Trust-wide planning, commercial thinking and income development. Support Trust-led events and fundraising activity as required. Champion continuous improvement, new ways of working and a confident commercial culture. Undertake other reasonable duties as required. Person Specification Attributes Warm, welcoming and highly professional manner. Confident, proactive and commercially minded. Highly organised, detail-oriented and solutions-focused. Excellent relationship-builder with the ability to work positively with colleagues, volunteers, trustees, tenants, contractors and external clients. Calm under pressure, flexible and adaptable in a busy events environment. Skills and experience Essential Proven experience in commercial sales, business development or income generation (typically 3+ years). Experience of venue hire, events, hospitality or visitor-attraction environments. Strong commercial judgement, with a track record of meeting income targets. Confident people manager with line management experience. Excellent relationship-building, negotiation and client-handling skills. Highly organised, adaptable and calm under pressure. Willingness to work evenings and weekends as required. Desirable Experience working in a charity or small organisation with mixed commercial objectives. Knowledge of estate-based commercial models (tenancies, concessions, licences).
Apr 24, 2026
Full time
We re looking for a dynamic, entrepreneurial self-starter to lead and grow commercial income at West Horsley Place. This is an exciting opportunity for a creative thinker with strong sales experience who can spot new opportunities, develop fresh ideas and turn them into successful, income-generating activity from concept through to delivery. Job Description: Commercial Income Lead Location : West Horsley Place (hybrid working considered) Reporting to: Deputy Director Hours: 0.8 Part Time Contract : Fixed-term contract (12 months) with the option to extend. We are open to a range of contract models, including freelance arrangements, annualised hours, job share or alternative part-time structures. Applicants with experience delivering events at a senior level are encouraged to propose a working arrangement that supports effective sales performance and event delivery. Working pattern : Working hours will be agreed to meet business needs, with regular evening and weekend work required to deliver events Salary : £35,000 for 0.8 Part Time (£43,750 FTE) Role purpose The Commercial Income Lead is a senior, entrepreneurial role responsible for shaping, growing and diversifying West Horsley Place s commercial income. This is a highly proactive position for a self-starter who thrives on identifying opportunity, creating new sales channels and turning ideas into deliverable, income-generating activity. The postholder will develop and lead commercial strategy while remaining closely involved in hands-on sales, client management and on-site delivery. The role oversees a broad portfolio including corporate venue hire, filming and photography, third-party commercial activity and estate partnerships. It also provides strategic oversight of weddings and private events, line-managing the Weddings & Private Events Coordinator who leads day-to-day sales and delivery in that area. Key responsibilities Commercial leadership & strategy Develop and lead a clear commercial income strategy, aligned with the Trust s charitable purpose and long-term sustainability. Identify, test and launch new sales channels, commercial products and partnerships, taking ideas from concept to implementation. Drive income growth by improving yield, diversifying offer and unlocking under-utilised assets across the house and estate. Monitor market trends and competitor activity, using insight to evolve pricing, positioning and proposition. Sales & business development Personally lead sales activity for corporate hire, filming/location hire and other non-wedding commercial use. Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, agents, production companies and partners to generate repeat business and referrals. Represent West Horsley Place confidently in commercial negotiations and external relationships. Planning & delivery Act as commercial lead for the planning and on-site delivery of non-wedding hires and events. Ensure high standards of delivery, client experience, risk management and operational coordination. Work closely with colleagues, contractors and tenants to ensure smooth delivery with minimal impact on public activity. Review performance and delivery post-event, embedding learning and continuous improvement. Filming, traders & partnerships Serve as principal contact for filming and location hire, including management of the relationship with the location agency. Oversee relationships with regular and seasonal traders and third-party hirers. Identify, negotiate and secure commercial partnerships and estate-based opportunities that align with the Trust s values and character. Weddings & private events strategic oversight Provide strategic oversight of weddings and private events to ensure alignment with wider commercial objectives. Line-manage the Weddings & Private Events Coordinator, setting priorities, supporting development and monitoring performance. Enable cross-support between weddings and other events where appropriate, while protecting the coordinator s primary focus on wedding sales and delivery. Organisational contribution Contribute to Trust-wide planning, commercial thinking and income development. Support Trust-led events and fundraising activity as required. Champion continuous improvement, new ways of working and a confident commercial culture. Undertake other reasonable duties as required. Person Specification Attributes Warm, welcoming and highly professional manner. Confident, proactive and commercially minded. Highly organised, detail-oriented and solutions-focused. Excellent relationship-builder with the ability to work positively with colleagues, volunteers, trustees, tenants, contractors and external clients. Calm under pressure, flexible and adaptable in a busy events environment. Skills and experience Essential Proven experience in commercial sales, business development or income generation (typically 3+ years). Experience of venue hire, events, hospitality or visitor-attraction environments. Strong commercial judgement, with a track record of meeting income targets. Confident people manager with line management experience. Excellent relationship-building, negotiation and client-handling skills. Highly organised, adaptable and calm under pressure. Willingness to work evenings and weekends as required. Desirable Experience working in a charity or small organisation with mixed commercial objectives. Knowledge of estate-based commercial models (tenancies, concessions, licences).
Chisenhale Gallery is seeking a Head of Philanthropy to join our team at a moment of real change and ambition. Since the appointment of our new Director in 2025, we have been evolving at pace: audiences have grown by 35%, individual giving has risen by 64%, and trust and foundation income has increased by 78%, reflecting a new strategy and a programme that is bold, innovative, and delivering real impact. This is a new post, created to drive forward a renewed approach to philanthropy that is underpinning this strategy. In this senior leadership role, you will work closely with the Director to build, expand, and embed a growing culture of philanthropy. You will oversee all areas of fundraising, co-designing and delivering the corporate and individual giving strategy, with responsibility for securing donors and nurturing existing supporters, embedding meaningful engagement across the gallery's programmes and initiatives. With only 15% of income coming from statutory funders, you will play a critical role in enabling the gallery to commission and present work by influential young voices shaping new discourse in contemporary art. As head of the development department, you will provide exceptional strategic and operational leadership, managing the fundraising team, including line management of staff and contracting specialist freelancers as required. You will ensure effective delivery across all fundraising areas, with robust systems, processes, and reporting in place to support both day-to-day operations and long-term strategic goals. We are looking for an ambitious and strategic fundraiser with a proven track record of securing donations, outstanding relationship-building skills, demonstrable management experience, and a passion for contemporary art. You will join a key institution at a transformative moment, and shape a high-performing philanthropic programme while contributing meaningfully to a gallery that has long been authoritative, influential, and at the forefront of UK and international contemporary art. Overview The Head of Philanthropy is a senior leadership role and head of department, acting as a key partner to the Director in devising and delivering Chisenhale's fundraising strategy. The role provides leadership of the development team and oversight of all fundraising activity, while maintaining a central focus securing income through individual and corporate philanthropy. In close partnership with the Director, the Head of Philanthropy oversees all fundraising activity, co-developing and delivering the individual giving and corporate income strategy. The post-holder will apply strategic, entrepreneurial thinking to grow income, broaden the supporter base, and strengthen the organisation's philanthropic culture. They are directly responsible for identifying, cultivating, and securing donations, while nurturing relationships with existing supporters to ensure a thriving philanthropic programme. This includes fostering engagement and a strong sense of community among supporters through a heavily event-led programme that brings donors together and reinforces their connection to the organisation. In leading the development department, the Head of Philanthropy holds line management responsibility for development staff and identifies and contracts specialist freelancers as required, ensuring effective delivery across all fundraising areas. They maintain full oversight of fundraising operations, implementing robust systems, processes, and reporting, and managing the Development Coordinator to delegate administrative, database, and financial tracking responsibilities while ensuring accuracy and accountability. They also ensure that all fundraising activity aligns with organisational priorities, monitors performance and impact, and drives innovation and continuous improvement within the team. The Head of Philanthropy works closely with the Director to support and maximise the impact of fundraising committees, including the Chisenhale Council and other donor networks. The post-holder fosters a collaborative and engaged culture, ensuring these groups are effectively managed and contribute meaningfully to fundraising outcomes. This is a senior role suited to an ambitious, strategic fundraiser with deep roots in the UK contemporary art world, proven experience securing donations, a strong, established network of individual supporters, and outstanding relationship-building skills, committed to fostering a culture of individual philanthropy that sustains innovative artistic practice. Key tasks and responsibilities Individual giving Responsible for designing and implementing a high achieving individual giving strategy in close collaboration with the Director, contributing creative and strategic ideas that will grow support across all tiers, as well as through one-off and major gifts. Responsible for bringing creative, innovative, and entrepreneurial ideas to shape an event-based donor engagement strategy, supporting the Director in developing and expanding donor activities that are meaningful, artist-centred, and memorable. Responsible for identifying, cultivating, and securing donations from new individuals, taking a proactive approach to engaging prospective supporters through meetings, attending events, and drafting tailored communications to secure private support. Responsible for bringing an established personal network within the UK and international contemporary art world and philanthropic community, proactively leveraging meaningful relationships to identify, cultivate, and secure significant new sources of private support. Supports the Director in maintaining and further deepening relationships with existing donors, bringing outstanding relationship-building skills to steward support and ensuring an engaging, dynamic, and inclusive donor culture within the organisation. Responsible for developing and delivering a communications strategy, creating meaningful and engaging content that aligns with the organisation's brand and strengthens relationships with donors, under the supervision of the Director. Responsible for the execution of the annual donor events calendar, ensuring optimal timing of engagement opportunities are aligned with key artworld events, consistently delivering high-quality events that strengthen donor support. Responsible for ensuring that marketing and communications materials produced by the Development Coordinator reflect and advance the communications strategy, shaping and reviewing all materials prior to presentation to the Director. Acts as an ambassador for Chisenhale Gallery, amplifying our artists' ideas and the organisation's strategic vision through meaningful interactions with donors and sector stakeholders, building relationships that secure support and long-term engagement. Responsible for identifying, cultivating and securing in-kind sponsorship from brands and partners to support a varied, engaging annual programme of donor events, ensuring contributions enhance the quality and overall impact of engagement activities. Manages the Development Coordinator in the operational delivery of supporters' events, ensuring targets are met and that all events provide high quality artist-centred experiences that strengthen donor relationships and engagement. Ensures oversight of donor due diligence, including ethical vetting processes and compliance with the organisation's Ethical Fundraising Policy. Corporate income Responsible for developing a corporate philanthropy strategy in close collaboration with the Director, identifying and pursuing opportunities with brands whose values, ethics and positioning are aligned with Chisenhale Gallery's artistic policy and strategy. Responsible for proactively cultivating and securing new corporate partners, ensuring relationships are meaningful and that partnerships support strategic fundraising objectives. Responsible for identifying and securing significant in-kind donations from corporate partners, including hospitality, production services, materials, print, and other contributions that directly reduce operational costs and enhance the quality of exhibitions and events. Develops compelling, tailored partnership proposals that articulate Chisenhale's cultural authority and audience reach, communicating the value of association with an institution at the forefront of international contemporary art to prospective corporate supporters. Responsible for cultivating and stewarding relationships with corporate partners across the duration of agreements, ensuring that sponsors receive meaningful engagement with the gallery's programme and artists, and that partnerships are renewed and deepened over time. Oversees the Development Coordinator performing due diligence checks, assessing reputational risk and alignment with the gallery's values and Ethical Fundraising Policy, and presenting recommendations to the Director for approval prior to formal agreements. Oversees the Development Coordinator reporting on corporate income and in-kind contributions against targets, maintaining accurate records in the CRM and providing clear analysis to the Director to inform budgeting and forward planning. Management and departmental leadership Responsible for the day-to-day management of the fundraising department, leading the delivery of the organisation's fundraising strategy in close dialogue with the Director, ensuring alignment with wider organisational priorities and long-term sustainability. Accountable for the performance of all fundraising channels . click apply for full job details
Apr 23, 2026
Full time
Chisenhale Gallery is seeking a Head of Philanthropy to join our team at a moment of real change and ambition. Since the appointment of our new Director in 2025, we have been evolving at pace: audiences have grown by 35%, individual giving has risen by 64%, and trust and foundation income has increased by 78%, reflecting a new strategy and a programme that is bold, innovative, and delivering real impact. This is a new post, created to drive forward a renewed approach to philanthropy that is underpinning this strategy. In this senior leadership role, you will work closely with the Director to build, expand, and embed a growing culture of philanthropy. You will oversee all areas of fundraising, co-designing and delivering the corporate and individual giving strategy, with responsibility for securing donors and nurturing existing supporters, embedding meaningful engagement across the gallery's programmes and initiatives. With only 15% of income coming from statutory funders, you will play a critical role in enabling the gallery to commission and present work by influential young voices shaping new discourse in contemporary art. As head of the development department, you will provide exceptional strategic and operational leadership, managing the fundraising team, including line management of staff and contracting specialist freelancers as required. You will ensure effective delivery across all fundraising areas, with robust systems, processes, and reporting in place to support both day-to-day operations and long-term strategic goals. We are looking for an ambitious and strategic fundraiser with a proven track record of securing donations, outstanding relationship-building skills, demonstrable management experience, and a passion for contemporary art. You will join a key institution at a transformative moment, and shape a high-performing philanthropic programme while contributing meaningfully to a gallery that has long been authoritative, influential, and at the forefront of UK and international contemporary art. Overview The Head of Philanthropy is a senior leadership role and head of department, acting as a key partner to the Director in devising and delivering Chisenhale's fundraising strategy. The role provides leadership of the development team and oversight of all fundraising activity, while maintaining a central focus securing income through individual and corporate philanthropy. In close partnership with the Director, the Head of Philanthropy oversees all fundraising activity, co-developing and delivering the individual giving and corporate income strategy. The post-holder will apply strategic, entrepreneurial thinking to grow income, broaden the supporter base, and strengthen the organisation's philanthropic culture. They are directly responsible for identifying, cultivating, and securing donations, while nurturing relationships with existing supporters to ensure a thriving philanthropic programme. This includes fostering engagement and a strong sense of community among supporters through a heavily event-led programme that brings donors together and reinforces their connection to the organisation. In leading the development department, the Head of Philanthropy holds line management responsibility for development staff and identifies and contracts specialist freelancers as required, ensuring effective delivery across all fundraising areas. They maintain full oversight of fundraising operations, implementing robust systems, processes, and reporting, and managing the Development Coordinator to delegate administrative, database, and financial tracking responsibilities while ensuring accuracy and accountability. They also ensure that all fundraising activity aligns with organisational priorities, monitors performance and impact, and drives innovation and continuous improvement within the team. The Head of Philanthropy works closely with the Director to support and maximise the impact of fundraising committees, including the Chisenhale Council and other donor networks. The post-holder fosters a collaborative and engaged culture, ensuring these groups are effectively managed and contribute meaningfully to fundraising outcomes. This is a senior role suited to an ambitious, strategic fundraiser with deep roots in the UK contemporary art world, proven experience securing donations, a strong, established network of individual supporters, and outstanding relationship-building skills, committed to fostering a culture of individual philanthropy that sustains innovative artistic practice. Key tasks and responsibilities Individual giving Responsible for designing and implementing a high achieving individual giving strategy in close collaboration with the Director, contributing creative and strategic ideas that will grow support across all tiers, as well as through one-off and major gifts. Responsible for bringing creative, innovative, and entrepreneurial ideas to shape an event-based donor engagement strategy, supporting the Director in developing and expanding donor activities that are meaningful, artist-centred, and memorable. Responsible for identifying, cultivating, and securing donations from new individuals, taking a proactive approach to engaging prospective supporters through meetings, attending events, and drafting tailored communications to secure private support. Responsible for bringing an established personal network within the UK and international contemporary art world and philanthropic community, proactively leveraging meaningful relationships to identify, cultivate, and secure significant new sources of private support. Supports the Director in maintaining and further deepening relationships with existing donors, bringing outstanding relationship-building skills to steward support and ensuring an engaging, dynamic, and inclusive donor culture within the organisation. Responsible for developing and delivering a communications strategy, creating meaningful and engaging content that aligns with the organisation's brand and strengthens relationships with donors, under the supervision of the Director. Responsible for the execution of the annual donor events calendar, ensuring optimal timing of engagement opportunities are aligned with key artworld events, consistently delivering high-quality events that strengthen donor support. Responsible for ensuring that marketing and communications materials produced by the Development Coordinator reflect and advance the communications strategy, shaping and reviewing all materials prior to presentation to the Director. Acts as an ambassador for Chisenhale Gallery, amplifying our artists' ideas and the organisation's strategic vision through meaningful interactions with donors and sector stakeholders, building relationships that secure support and long-term engagement. Responsible for identifying, cultivating and securing in-kind sponsorship from brands and partners to support a varied, engaging annual programme of donor events, ensuring contributions enhance the quality and overall impact of engagement activities. Manages the Development Coordinator in the operational delivery of supporters' events, ensuring targets are met and that all events provide high quality artist-centred experiences that strengthen donor relationships and engagement. Ensures oversight of donor due diligence, including ethical vetting processes and compliance with the organisation's Ethical Fundraising Policy. Corporate income Responsible for developing a corporate philanthropy strategy in close collaboration with the Director, identifying and pursuing opportunities with brands whose values, ethics and positioning are aligned with Chisenhale Gallery's artistic policy and strategy. Responsible for proactively cultivating and securing new corporate partners, ensuring relationships are meaningful and that partnerships support strategic fundraising objectives. Responsible for identifying and securing significant in-kind donations from corporate partners, including hospitality, production services, materials, print, and other contributions that directly reduce operational costs and enhance the quality of exhibitions and events. Develops compelling, tailored partnership proposals that articulate Chisenhale's cultural authority and audience reach, communicating the value of association with an institution at the forefront of international contemporary art to prospective corporate supporters. Responsible for cultivating and stewarding relationships with corporate partners across the duration of agreements, ensuring that sponsors receive meaningful engagement with the gallery's programme and artists, and that partnerships are renewed and deepened over time. Oversees the Development Coordinator performing due diligence checks, assessing reputational risk and alignment with the gallery's values and Ethical Fundraising Policy, and presenting recommendations to the Director for approval prior to formal agreements. Oversees the Development Coordinator reporting on corporate income and in-kind contributions against targets, maintaining accurate records in the CRM and providing clear analysis to the Director to inform budgeting and forward planning. Management and departmental leadership Responsible for the day-to-day management of the fundraising department, leading the delivery of the organisation's fundraising strategy in close dialogue with the Director, ensuring alignment with wider organisational priorities and long-term sustainability. Accountable for the performance of all fundraising channels . click apply for full job details
Patrons Manager Full-time Hybrid (at least 3 days per week on-site in Bloomsbury, London) Permanent £35,928 per annum Application deadline: 12pm (midday) on Tuesday 5 May 2026 About the role We are seeking an ambitious and relationship-focused Patrons Manager to play a leading role in the management and development of the Museum's Patrons Programme. Reporting to the Senior Patrons Manager, you will drive income growth, ensure high retention, and act as the primary contact and face for the majority of Patrons groups. Working closely with the Senior Patrons Manager, Patrons Coordinator, and colleagues across the department of Development, Events and Supporter Engagement, you will contribute to the success of the Patrons Programme and ensure continuity and leadership across all Patrons activities in the absence of the Senior Patrons Manager. This is a key role for a confident fundraiser who thrives on building long-term relationships and delivering ambitious targets to make a real impact on one of the Museum's most important supporter groups. About you Proven experience in fundraising, membership, or patron management, with a track record of achieving ambitious income targets. Ideally, you will understand fundraising structures within large organisations like the British Museum with experience of relationship-building with high-net-worth individuals. Exceptional interpersonal, organisational, and communication skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively. Resourceful, analytical, and proactive, with the ability to problem-solve and implement solutions. IT literate, with experience using Raiser's Edge or similar CRM systems. Available to work evenings and occasional weekends. Key areas of responsibility Patrons Programme leadership Tale ownership of the majority of the Patrons Programme, leading on income, retention, and engagement. Act as the main contact and face for most Patrons groups, building strong relationships and ensuring an exceptional experience. Income growth and stewardship Work with the Senior Patrons Manager and Research Team to identify, cultivate, and recruit new Patrons, particularly at £5,000 and £4,500 tiers. Work with the Philanthropy and Supporter Engagement teams to identify giving opportunities and steward existing donors effectively, while also providing insight and feedback to support the retention and renewal of existing Patrons. Programme administration Oversee day-to-day Patron enquiries, liaising with the Patrons Coordinator and escalating issues where necessary. Ensure all processes, including renewals, acknowledgements, and data management, are delivered efficiently, accurately, and to the highest standard. The British Museum is undertaking its biggest since its founding nearly 300 years ago. This physical and intellectual transformation includes large scale building and gallery transformation, new ways of connecting with audiences and different ways of working. As we look towards this exciting future, we remain guided by the words of our founder Hans Sloane - who dreamed of a museum connecting all arts and sciences, which would be accessible to everyone, everywhere. Benefits At the British Museum, we believe our people are at the heart of everything we do and have designed a benefits package that goes beyond the ordinary. Our full list of benefits can be found , but we've outlined some highlights below: Free exhibition entry for you and guests, exclusive private views, ICOM and reciprocal museum access. 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays and 2.5 privilege days (and +5 days after 10 years). Learning and development through courses, mentoring and Athena as well as support for professional qualifications. Employee Assistance Programme available 24/7 for counselling, wellbeing support and more. Enhanced parental leave including maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave. Support for carers through Employers for Carers. Civil Service Pension Scheme with a secure, inflation-linked defined benefit. Our Values Our values drive everything we do, from how we handle our objects to how we work in our team to fostering a culture where everyone feels heard and empowered: Care Deeply Embrace the Unknown Spark Curiosity Value Many Voices These are a core part of how we recruit. Throughout the application, interview and selection process, we look for examples of how candidates demonstrate these behaviours in their own work and experiences. We encourage you to familiarise yourself with our values and reflect them in your application. Additional details At the British Museum, we are committed to a fair and inclusive recruitment process where every applicant has the opportunity to present their genuine strengths and experience in their own voice. If you have any additional needs that we should be aware of to support you with your application, please provide details Unfortunately, for this role we are unable to offer Sponsorship to applicants The Museum also adheres to the HMG Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) for pre-employment screening of Civil Servants.
Apr 22, 2026
Full time
Patrons Manager Full-time Hybrid (at least 3 days per week on-site in Bloomsbury, London) Permanent £35,928 per annum Application deadline: 12pm (midday) on Tuesday 5 May 2026 About the role We are seeking an ambitious and relationship-focused Patrons Manager to play a leading role in the management and development of the Museum's Patrons Programme. Reporting to the Senior Patrons Manager, you will drive income growth, ensure high retention, and act as the primary contact and face for the majority of Patrons groups. Working closely with the Senior Patrons Manager, Patrons Coordinator, and colleagues across the department of Development, Events and Supporter Engagement, you will contribute to the success of the Patrons Programme and ensure continuity and leadership across all Patrons activities in the absence of the Senior Patrons Manager. This is a key role for a confident fundraiser who thrives on building long-term relationships and delivering ambitious targets to make a real impact on one of the Museum's most important supporter groups. About you Proven experience in fundraising, membership, or patron management, with a track record of achieving ambitious income targets. Ideally, you will understand fundraising structures within large organisations like the British Museum with experience of relationship-building with high-net-worth individuals. Exceptional interpersonal, organisational, and communication skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively. Resourceful, analytical, and proactive, with the ability to problem-solve and implement solutions. IT literate, with experience using Raiser's Edge or similar CRM systems. Available to work evenings and occasional weekends. Key areas of responsibility Patrons Programme leadership Tale ownership of the majority of the Patrons Programme, leading on income, retention, and engagement. Act as the main contact and face for most Patrons groups, building strong relationships and ensuring an exceptional experience. Income growth and stewardship Work with the Senior Patrons Manager and Research Team to identify, cultivate, and recruit new Patrons, particularly at £5,000 and £4,500 tiers. Work with the Philanthropy and Supporter Engagement teams to identify giving opportunities and steward existing donors effectively, while also providing insight and feedback to support the retention and renewal of existing Patrons. Programme administration Oversee day-to-day Patron enquiries, liaising with the Patrons Coordinator and escalating issues where necessary. Ensure all processes, including renewals, acknowledgements, and data management, are delivered efficiently, accurately, and to the highest standard. The British Museum is undertaking its biggest since its founding nearly 300 years ago. This physical and intellectual transformation includes large scale building and gallery transformation, new ways of connecting with audiences and different ways of working. As we look towards this exciting future, we remain guided by the words of our founder Hans Sloane - who dreamed of a museum connecting all arts and sciences, which would be accessible to everyone, everywhere. Benefits At the British Museum, we believe our people are at the heart of everything we do and have designed a benefits package that goes beyond the ordinary. Our full list of benefits can be found , but we've outlined some highlights below: Free exhibition entry for you and guests, exclusive private views, ICOM and reciprocal museum access. 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays and 2.5 privilege days (and +5 days after 10 years). Learning and development through courses, mentoring and Athena as well as support for professional qualifications. Employee Assistance Programme available 24/7 for counselling, wellbeing support and more. Enhanced parental leave including maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave. Support for carers through Employers for Carers. Civil Service Pension Scheme with a secure, inflation-linked defined benefit. Our Values Our values drive everything we do, from how we handle our objects to how we work in our team to fostering a culture where everyone feels heard and empowered: Care Deeply Embrace the Unknown Spark Curiosity Value Many Voices These are a core part of how we recruit. Throughout the application, interview and selection process, we look for examples of how candidates demonstrate these behaviours in their own work and experiences. We encourage you to familiarise yourself with our values and reflect them in your application. Additional details At the British Museum, we are committed to a fair and inclusive recruitment process where every applicant has the opportunity to present their genuine strengths and experience in their own voice. If you have any additional needs that we should be aware of to support you with your application, please provide details Unfortunately, for this role we are unable to offer Sponsorship to applicants The Museum also adheres to the HMG Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) for pre-employment screening of Civil Servants.
Hybrid (30 Saturdays London) £38,000 per annum Do you have significant experience in the arts and/or arts education sector? Are you self motivated and highly organised? Do you have excellent people skills? Do you want to make a difference and help transform the lives of young people? Award winning HMDT Music seeks an experienced and dynamic Senior Manager to join its small team, playing a key role in running its Saturday Programme and helping to realise the artistic and educational ambitions of the charity. Reporting to the CEO/Creative Director, key areas of responsibility include: Managing the running of The Saturday Programme including overseeing the schedule, tutors, invoicing and financial monitoring, acting as Designated Safeguarding Lead and the primary contact with parents, students and managing the administrative systems to optimise efficiency; Supporting administration, policy development, evaluation tools and resources and IT systems; Assisting the creation, development and running of schools and outreach projects including building and maintaining partnerships, liaising with teachers, education staff etc; Working with the Marketing Coordinator on recruitment for activities, supporting social media, website, campaigns and ongoing promotion; Assisting with fundraising applications and associated monitoring and report writing; Inputting into strategic development and policy decisions as appropriate. Essential Skills include: A minimum of 5 year's administrative experience in an arts or arts education environment, a proven track record of working in partnership with a variety of individuals and organisations and experience of working directly with the public; Experience in creating/developing/managing arts/education projects and organising public and/or promotional performances and events; Experience as a musician (preferably an instrumentalist) and/or proficiency in and an understanding of musical training; Ability to think laterally, work independently, meet deadlines and prioritise a complex workload together with highly developed administrative and organisational skills; Excellent presentation skills and the ability to communicate your creativity and vision effectively both verbally and in writing; Ability to work effectively with flexibility, energy, drive and enthusiasm and contribute positively to a team environment; Computer literacy (we operate on Mac), including Word, and Excel and the ability to learn how to use new software quickly and effectively to support administrative functions as well as ideally experience with financial management including creating invoices, POs, budgets and dealing with financial systems; Understanding and working knowledge of SEND and commitment to strategies to ensure EDI in relation to HMDT Music's work. This is a full time, permanent position working remotely except for 30 Saturdays a week during term time in Hackney, London in lieu of a weekday. Travel to projects and work outside office hours might be required occasionally. The post-holder is required to undertake an enhanced DBS check. Application Process All applications should be made using our website: to access our application and monitoring form. Please submit a CV and cover letter to CEO and Creative Director Tertia Sefton Green outlining your suitability and interest in the role. For any assistance contact: The deadline for applications is 4 May at 10am. First stage interviews will be on 8 May with second stage on 13 May. All interviews will be via Zoom. About HMDT Music HMDT Music, twice winner of the prestigious Royal Philharmonic Society Award for Education, winner of Music and Drama Education Award's Excellence in Music Theatre Award and its 2026 Outstanding Musical Initiative Award for One Spirit, is a leader in creating inspiring music and arts projects for young people, particularly those facing challenging experiences, through which we aim to enrich learning, broaden awareness of and help fight inequity and transform lives. Working with expert practitioners and artists, we increase access to musical experiences to develop skills, raise aspiration and support self expression and creativity through resources, mentoring, workshops, teaching, partnerships and performance commissions. Our three core programmes based on our values of artistic excellence, innovation, community and inclusivity include: The Saturday Programme offering music making and training to young people aged 1 25 in a range of genres including instrumental, music theatre and jazz with an extensive SEND programme; One Spirit, an arts based resettlement, intervention and restorative mentoring programme for young offenders in custody and on release as well as those at risk of entering the criminal justice system in alternative provision; In Schools projects addressing social issues such as racism and discrimination through cross curricular arts embedded workshops, resources and new commissions. HMDT Music is committed to ensuring inclusion, diversity, equality and access are at the core of our charity and work and celebrated and reflected in our workforce, programming, participants and audiences. We welcome applications from all individuals.
Apr 22, 2026
Full time
Hybrid (30 Saturdays London) £38,000 per annum Do you have significant experience in the arts and/or arts education sector? Are you self motivated and highly organised? Do you have excellent people skills? Do you want to make a difference and help transform the lives of young people? Award winning HMDT Music seeks an experienced and dynamic Senior Manager to join its small team, playing a key role in running its Saturday Programme and helping to realise the artistic and educational ambitions of the charity. Reporting to the CEO/Creative Director, key areas of responsibility include: Managing the running of The Saturday Programme including overseeing the schedule, tutors, invoicing and financial monitoring, acting as Designated Safeguarding Lead and the primary contact with parents, students and managing the administrative systems to optimise efficiency; Supporting administration, policy development, evaluation tools and resources and IT systems; Assisting the creation, development and running of schools and outreach projects including building and maintaining partnerships, liaising with teachers, education staff etc; Working with the Marketing Coordinator on recruitment for activities, supporting social media, website, campaigns and ongoing promotion; Assisting with fundraising applications and associated monitoring and report writing; Inputting into strategic development and policy decisions as appropriate. Essential Skills include: A minimum of 5 year's administrative experience in an arts or arts education environment, a proven track record of working in partnership with a variety of individuals and organisations and experience of working directly with the public; Experience in creating/developing/managing arts/education projects and organising public and/or promotional performances and events; Experience as a musician (preferably an instrumentalist) and/or proficiency in and an understanding of musical training; Ability to think laterally, work independently, meet deadlines and prioritise a complex workload together with highly developed administrative and organisational skills; Excellent presentation skills and the ability to communicate your creativity and vision effectively both verbally and in writing; Ability to work effectively with flexibility, energy, drive and enthusiasm and contribute positively to a team environment; Computer literacy (we operate on Mac), including Word, and Excel and the ability to learn how to use new software quickly and effectively to support administrative functions as well as ideally experience with financial management including creating invoices, POs, budgets and dealing with financial systems; Understanding and working knowledge of SEND and commitment to strategies to ensure EDI in relation to HMDT Music's work. This is a full time, permanent position working remotely except for 30 Saturdays a week during term time in Hackney, London in lieu of a weekday. Travel to projects and work outside office hours might be required occasionally. The post-holder is required to undertake an enhanced DBS check. Application Process All applications should be made using our website: to access our application and monitoring form. Please submit a CV and cover letter to CEO and Creative Director Tertia Sefton Green outlining your suitability and interest in the role. For any assistance contact: The deadline for applications is 4 May at 10am. First stage interviews will be on 8 May with second stage on 13 May. All interviews will be via Zoom. About HMDT Music HMDT Music, twice winner of the prestigious Royal Philharmonic Society Award for Education, winner of Music and Drama Education Award's Excellence in Music Theatre Award and its 2026 Outstanding Musical Initiative Award for One Spirit, is a leader in creating inspiring music and arts projects for young people, particularly those facing challenging experiences, through which we aim to enrich learning, broaden awareness of and help fight inequity and transform lives. Working with expert practitioners and artists, we increase access to musical experiences to develop skills, raise aspiration and support self expression and creativity through resources, mentoring, workshops, teaching, partnerships and performance commissions. Our three core programmes based on our values of artistic excellence, innovation, community and inclusivity include: The Saturday Programme offering music making and training to young people aged 1 25 in a range of genres including instrumental, music theatre and jazz with an extensive SEND programme; One Spirit, an arts based resettlement, intervention and restorative mentoring programme for young offenders in custody and on release as well as those at risk of entering the criminal justice system in alternative provision; In Schools projects addressing social issues such as racism and discrimination through cross curricular arts embedded workshops, resources and new commissions. HMDT Music is committed to ensuring inclusion, diversity, equality and access are at the core of our charity and work and celebrated and reflected in our workforce, programming, participants and audiences. We welcome applications from all individuals.
THE ARTS THEATRE CAMBRIDGE
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
Purpose of Role Lead volunteer recruitment, training, engagement and retention, and design and deliver volunteer-led activities that support front-of-house operations. Act as one of the venue's primary Duty Managers, ensuring the safe, efficient and customer-focused delivery of performances and events, including shift operations, staff supervision, health and safety, and on-the-day decision-making. Act as the FOH Accessibility Champion, working with the Arts Theatre Accessibility Coordinator to embed accessibility-aware processes across all front-of-house activity and operational workflows. Key responsibilities Strategy and Planning: Volunteer strategy: Develop and implement volunteer recruitment, retention and development plans aligned with the venue's programme and community objectives. Accessibility strategy: Work with the Arts Theatre Accessibility Coordinator to set FOH accessibility priorities and embed inclusive practice across operations. Programme Development: Design and deliver volunteer-led activities and community outreach initiatives that support performances, fundraising and audience engagement. Operational Leadership: Oversee front-of-house readiness for performances and events, setting standards and processes to ensure a consistent, high-quality customer experience. Act as one of the venue's Duty Managers, taking overall responsibility for venue operations, safety, crowd management and customer experience during duty shifts. Act as main point of contact for planning and delivery of all Creative Learning & Engagement tours and events. Duty Management & Venue Operations: Make operational decisions on the night, manage incidents, liaise with performers and contractors, and ensure compliance with licensing and health & safety requirements. Serve as a key holder and emergency call-out where required. People Management & Development: Lead recruitment, selection and onboarding for volunteers and casual front-of-house staff, including DBS checks where required. Deliver induction programmes, role-specific training and accessibility awareness training; design development pathways and recognition schemes to drive retention. Create and maintain rotas and scheduling systems aligned to performance timetables and staffing capacity. Volunteer Engagement & Events: Run briefings, feedback loops and recognition programmes; plan and deliver social, training and appreciation events for volunteers. Coordinate volunteer involvement in community outreach and fundraising activities. Partnerships, Suppliers & Contractors: Coordinate box office handovers and event readiness with the Theatre Manager; liaise with contractors and suppliers to resolve on-the-night issues and report building defects as required. Administration, Reporting & Insight: Produce regular reports on volunteer metrics, accessibility outcomes and front-of-house performance; assist with reconciliation and administrative tasks. Use volunteer feedback and operational data to recommend improvements to FOH processes and accessibility provision. Safeguarding & Compliance: Support licensing, safeguarding and incident reporting; ensure adherence to health & safety and licensing regulations in FOH activity. Continuous Improvement: Audit front-of-house accessibility provision, recommend and implement improvements, and lead initiatives to improve operational efficiency and inclusivity. Role profile Qualifications: Desirable: First Aid, SIA or equivalent, health & safety training, safeguarding training. DBS check required where the role involves contact with vulnerable people. Experience: Experience in live events, theatre or hospitality environments, including front-of-house or duty management. Experience recruiting, training and managing volunteers or community groups. Knowledge of accessibility standards and reasonable adjustments in public venues. Skills & Knowledge: Leadership: Confident supervising staff and volunteers with a collaborative, supportive style. Accessibility expertise: Practical knowledge of access needs and inclusive practice. Volunteer management: Proven ability to recruit, train and retain volunteers and run recognition programmes. Communication: Clear, calm communicator with strong customer-service focus and the ability to handle challenging situations. Organisation: Strong planning, scheduling and administrative skills; comfortable managing rotas and reporting. Problem solving: Decisive under pressure with a pragmatic, safety-first approach. Behaviours & Attributes: Customer-first mindset and strong attention to detail. Resilient and decisive in fast-paced live-event environments. Collaborative and inclusive, committed to accessibility and safeguarding. KPIs and working conditions: KPIs: Volunteer retention rate; number of trained accessibility champions; on-the-night incident rate; customer satisfaction scores; timely completion of rotas and reports. Reporting: Regular updates to the Theatre Manager and monthly volunteer/accessibility reports to senior management. Working pattern: Flexible hours including evenings and weekends; on-call for events as Duty Manager. Development: Opportunities to lead accessibility projects, develop volunteer pathways and shape community engagement strategy. Terms and conditions: Salary range: £29,000 to £31,500 per annum Hours of Work: An average of 35 hours per week excluding an unpaid lunchbreak. Holiday entitlement: 25 days plus statutory bank holidays. Pension: The Theatre offers an auto-enrolment pension scheme. Please send CV's and a short covering letter by an email via the button below. If you have any questions about the role please contact: Closing date for application is 5pm on Tuesday 28th April 2026. Interviews will be held week commencing Monday 4th May 2026.
Apr 20, 2026
Full time
Purpose of Role Lead volunteer recruitment, training, engagement and retention, and design and deliver volunteer-led activities that support front-of-house operations. Act as one of the venue's primary Duty Managers, ensuring the safe, efficient and customer-focused delivery of performances and events, including shift operations, staff supervision, health and safety, and on-the-day decision-making. Act as the FOH Accessibility Champion, working with the Arts Theatre Accessibility Coordinator to embed accessibility-aware processes across all front-of-house activity and operational workflows. Key responsibilities Strategy and Planning: Volunteer strategy: Develop and implement volunteer recruitment, retention and development plans aligned with the venue's programme and community objectives. Accessibility strategy: Work with the Arts Theatre Accessibility Coordinator to set FOH accessibility priorities and embed inclusive practice across operations. Programme Development: Design and deliver volunteer-led activities and community outreach initiatives that support performances, fundraising and audience engagement. Operational Leadership: Oversee front-of-house readiness for performances and events, setting standards and processes to ensure a consistent, high-quality customer experience. Act as one of the venue's Duty Managers, taking overall responsibility for venue operations, safety, crowd management and customer experience during duty shifts. Act as main point of contact for planning and delivery of all Creative Learning & Engagement tours and events. Duty Management & Venue Operations: Make operational decisions on the night, manage incidents, liaise with performers and contractors, and ensure compliance with licensing and health & safety requirements. Serve as a key holder and emergency call-out where required. People Management & Development: Lead recruitment, selection and onboarding for volunteers and casual front-of-house staff, including DBS checks where required. Deliver induction programmes, role-specific training and accessibility awareness training; design development pathways and recognition schemes to drive retention. Create and maintain rotas and scheduling systems aligned to performance timetables and staffing capacity. Volunteer Engagement & Events: Run briefings, feedback loops and recognition programmes; plan and deliver social, training and appreciation events for volunteers. Coordinate volunteer involvement in community outreach and fundraising activities. Partnerships, Suppliers & Contractors: Coordinate box office handovers and event readiness with the Theatre Manager; liaise with contractors and suppliers to resolve on-the-night issues and report building defects as required. Administration, Reporting & Insight: Produce regular reports on volunteer metrics, accessibility outcomes and front-of-house performance; assist with reconciliation and administrative tasks. Use volunteer feedback and operational data to recommend improvements to FOH processes and accessibility provision. Safeguarding & Compliance: Support licensing, safeguarding and incident reporting; ensure adherence to health & safety and licensing regulations in FOH activity. Continuous Improvement: Audit front-of-house accessibility provision, recommend and implement improvements, and lead initiatives to improve operational efficiency and inclusivity. Role profile Qualifications: Desirable: First Aid, SIA or equivalent, health & safety training, safeguarding training. DBS check required where the role involves contact with vulnerable people. Experience: Experience in live events, theatre or hospitality environments, including front-of-house or duty management. Experience recruiting, training and managing volunteers or community groups. Knowledge of accessibility standards and reasonable adjustments in public venues. Skills & Knowledge: Leadership: Confident supervising staff and volunteers with a collaborative, supportive style. Accessibility expertise: Practical knowledge of access needs and inclusive practice. Volunteer management: Proven ability to recruit, train and retain volunteers and run recognition programmes. Communication: Clear, calm communicator with strong customer-service focus and the ability to handle challenging situations. Organisation: Strong planning, scheduling and administrative skills; comfortable managing rotas and reporting. Problem solving: Decisive under pressure with a pragmatic, safety-first approach. Behaviours & Attributes: Customer-first mindset and strong attention to detail. Resilient and decisive in fast-paced live-event environments. Collaborative and inclusive, committed to accessibility and safeguarding. KPIs and working conditions: KPIs: Volunteer retention rate; number of trained accessibility champions; on-the-night incident rate; customer satisfaction scores; timely completion of rotas and reports. Reporting: Regular updates to the Theatre Manager and monthly volunteer/accessibility reports to senior management. Working pattern: Flexible hours including evenings and weekends; on-call for events as Duty Manager. Development: Opportunities to lead accessibility projects, develop volunteer pathways and shape community engagement strategy. Terms and conditions: Salary range: £29,000 to £31,500 per annum Hours of Work: An average of 35 hours per week excluding an unpaid lunchbreak. Holiday entitlement: 25 days plus statutory bank holidays. Pension: The Theatre offers an auto-enrolment pension scheme. Please send CV's and a short covering letter by an email via the button below. If you have any questions about the role please contact: Closing date for application is 5pm on Tuesday 28th April 2026. Interviews will be held week commencing Monday 4th May 2026.
Job Title: Project Manager Team: Membership Faith & Policy Hours: Full time 35 hours per week Salary: £44000.00 - £46000.00 per annum Contract Length: Permanent Reporting to: CEO Mothers Union 150th Anniversary, 2026 Mothers Union Mothers' Union is a global Christian movement working with people of all faiths and none to develop communities, strengthen families and advocate for change. Our members are active in 83 countries and work tirelessly to serve their communities to build a future where everyone thrives. Founded in 1876, Mothers Union is a women-led volunteer movement, with a membership of 4 million people around the world, 36,000 of whom live in the UK and Ireland. Based on Christian fellowship, members express their faith through action in their local communities, aiming to create a world where every individual can reach their full potential, by stopping poverty, injustice and violence. The opportunity In 2026, Mothers Union will be 150 years young. This is a major opportunity for MU to celebrate with the membership, and also to use the opportunity to reach out to new members and supporters. The following have been identified as the major activities for the year: London, June 10th: Thanksgiving Service in St Paul s Cathedral at 5pm, followed by a possible reception. London, June 11th: Celebratory Gathering of the membership in central London, at the Emmanuel Centre, near to the base of MU in Mary Sumner House, Westminster. A physical exhibition in Mary Sumner House, and a virtual exhibition which can tour. Between March (Lady Day) and August (Mary Sumner Day) a range of events organized by provinces and local dioceses, for membership and fundraising, including picnics, Sunday Takeovers and local initiatives such as tree planting. In South Africa in October, a Global Gathering of 2500 members and guests, preceded by a leadership. meeting ( Worldwide Council ) and followed by a Worldwide Board meeting. For all, a cohesive communications plan is being prepared. Current Status Individual teams are taking ownership of elements, which particularly for membership and fundraising initiatives include targets for delivery. These are being finalized as part of the current budgeting process We are, however, a small staff team, and this workload will be exceptional. Teams are discussing interdependencies and synergies across work streams, but there is a need to ensure that these are coordinated and monitored, and any issues or clashes in priority quickly identified and resolved. Throughout, close collaboration between the staff team and membership will be essential. The role There is a need for an experienced project manager to join the team, from October 2025 to November 2026, to provide co-ordination across streams and stakeholders, flag issues early, ensure that all activities are properly planned, resourced and within budget, and that relevant stakeholders are kept informed. Key Responsibilities In collaboration with each stream leader, to put together a masterplan with associated budgets, drawing together what has already been prepared, and flagging any potential gaps, synergies or conflicts, for resolution. This plan will identify clearly accountabilities (and how these sit with the wider work of teams and individuals, staff and members or volunteers). With the leads, to share the masterplan with the Board, for approval, and provide regular reporting, in line with agreed milestones. For South Africa: In line with the governance structure approved by the Board in September, to be the coordinator for the Steering Group, Operational Committee and on the ground event management teams, ensuring seamless communications, and timely reporting as required; to manage practical issues with delegates from outside S Africa as they arise, for example around ticketing, and to manage stakeholders. This will, and will require close collaboration with the Director of Fundraising and Communications as senior staff lead and almost certainly require one or more site visits. For centrally organized events in London: To provide the detailed project management under the Membership Team, ensuring that necessary resource is drawn in for support at key times before, during and if needed after the events; to actively engage in delivery on the days, as required. For Province and Diocese led events: To work with the Board lead to capture and track all events and their impact, and ensure that resources are made available through the central teams to agreed schedules, and reports received back for communications. This will include ensuring a shared understanding of the initiatives, and the benefits for the wider membership. For Communications: To work with the lead and all teams, to ensure that all are agreed on and understand the priorities through the year, and that the processes in place to deliver. Impact tracking: To agree / confirm with each workstream the target impact, and to track against this. To prepare an initial overall impact assessment by end November, 2025. Reporting: The project manager will report operationally into the CEO or an agreed SLT member, and will provide monthly summary reports to the SLT, flagging any issues for resolution, and timely reports for the Board. Mothers Union is a Christian organization, and all events will be inspired by the Christian faith. The postholder would need to be comfortable in working in a Christian environment, and a practicing Christian would be an advantage. A project management qualification, such as Prince 2, would be a distinct advantage, and a minimum of 5 years experience in project management. Key skills You will need to have excellent organizational, stakeholder management and communications skills A natural teamworker, you will be skilled at identifying solutions together with others, which enable informed choices to be made and decisions respected. You will be skilled in risk management, budget and resource management, and be able to work with relevant leads to define and manage key processes. Benefits 25 days of annual leave (full time) plus up to 4 days of leave (full time) given at the discretion of Mothers Union. Employer pension contribution of 6.5%. Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay. Two volunteering days per calendar year. One away day per calendar year. Enhanced sick pay. Bereavement leave & Compassionate leave Season ticket loan. Cycle to work scheme. Employee assistance programme. Eye care voucher and an allowance towards glasses. Work Location/Hybrid Working Pattern This role will be based at our Head Office in central London. Mothers Union operates a hybrid working model. Staff are required to work an aggregate minimum of 90 days per calendar year (pro rata for part timers) at our Head Office, Mary Sumner House in central London. Tuesdays are our anchor days where every staff member is expected to be at the office. The 90 days includes anchor Tuesdays. In addition, Thursday is a core working day where part time staff are expected to work, either at home or from the office as needed. Application Deadline The deadline for applications is 22 October 2025 at 5:00 pm. Due to the number of applications we may receive, we will not be able to individually respond to each applicant. Kindly note, we will only be getting in touch with the applicants shortlisted for an interview. We aim to get in touch with the shortlisted candidates after the application deadline. We will be conducting interviews for suitable candidates as we go along and may fill the role before the closing date. Equal Opportunity Mothers Union is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to create an inclusive environment for all employees.
Oct 01, 2025
Full time
Job Title: Project Manager Team: Membership Faith & Policy Hours: Full time 35 hours per week Salary: £44000.00 - £46000.00 per annum Contract Length: Permanent Reporting to: CEO Mothers Union 150th Anniversary, 2026 Mothers Union Mothers' Union is a global Christian movement working with people of all faiths and none to develop communities, strengthen families and advocate for change. Our members are active in 83 countries and work tirelessly to serve their communities to build a future where everyone thrives. Founded in 1876, Mothers Union is a women-led volunteer movement, with a membership of 4 million people around the world, 36,000 of whom live in the UK and Ireland. Based on Christian fellowship, members express their faith through action in their local communities, aiming to create a world where every individual can reach their full potential, by stopping poverty, injustice and violence. The opportunity In 2026, Mothers Union will be 150 years young. This is a major opportunity for MU to celebrate with the membership, and also to use the opportunity to reach out to new members and supporters. The following have been identified as the major activities for the year: London, June 10th: Thanksgiving Service in St Paul s Cathedral at 5pm, followed by a possible reception. London, June 11th: Celebratory Gathering of the membership in central London, at the Emmanuel Centre, near to the base of MU in Mary Sumner House, Westminster. A physical exhibition in Mary Sumner House, and a virtual exhibition which can tour. Between March (Lady Day) and August (Mary Sumner Day) a range of events organized by provinces and local dioceses, for membership and fundraising, including picnics, Sunday Takeovers and local initiatives such as tree planting. In South Africa in October, a Global Gathering of 2500 members and guests, preceded by a leadership. meeting ( Worldwide Council ) and followed by a Worldwide Board meeting. For all, a cohesive communications plan is being prepared. Current Status Individual teams are taking ownership of elements, which particularly for membership and fundraising initiatives include targets for delivery. These are being finalized as part of the current budgeting process We are, however, a small staff team, and this workload will be exceptional. Teams are discussing interdependencies and synergies across work streams, but there is a need to ensure that these are coordinated and monitored, and any issues or clashes in priority quickly identified and resolved. Throughout, close collaboration between the staff team and membership will be essential. The role There is a need for an experienced project manager to join the team, from October 2025 to November 2026, to provide co-ordination across streams and stakeholders, flag issues early, ensure that all activities are properly planned, resourced and within budget, and that relevant stakeholders are kept informed. Key Responsibilities In collaboration with each stream leader, to put together a masterplan with associated budgets, drawing together what has already been prepared, and flagging any potential gaps, synergies or conflicts, for resolution. This plan will identify clearly accountabilities (and how these sit with the wider work of teams and individuals, staff and members or volunteers). With the leads, to share the masterplan with the Board, for approval, and provide regular reporting, in line with agreed milestones. For South Africa: In line with the governance structure approved by the Board in September, to be the coordinator for the Steering Group, Operational Committee and on the ground event management teams, ensuring seamless communications, and timely reporting as required; to manage practical issues with delegates from outside S Africa as they arise, for example around ticketing, and to manage stakeholders. This will, and will require close collaboration with the Director of Fundraising and Communications as senior staff lead and almost certainly require one or more site visits. For centrally organized events in London: To provide the detailed project management under the Membership Team, ensuring that necessary resource is drawn in for support at key times before, during and if needed after the events; to actively engage in delivery on the days, as required. For Province and Diocese led events: To work with the Board lead to capture and track all events and their impact, and ensure that resources are made available through the central teams to agreed schedules, and reports received back for communications. This will include ensuring a shared understanding of the initiatives, and the benefits for the wider membership. For Communications: To work with the lead and all teams, to ensure that all are agreed on and understand the priorities through the year, and that the processes in place to deliver. Impact tracking: To agree / confirm with each workstream the target impact, and to track against this. To prepare an initial overall impact assessment by end November, 2025. Reporting: The project manager will report operationally into the CEO or an agreed SLT member, and will provide monthly summary reports to the SLT, flagging any issues for resolution, and timely reports for the Board. Mothers Union is a Christian organization, and all events will be inspired by the Christian faith. The postholder would need to be comfortable in working in a Christian environment, and a practicing Christian would be an advantage. A project management qualification, such as Prince 2, would be a distinct advantage, and a minimum of 5 years experience in project management. Key skills You will need to have excellent organizational, stakeholder management and communications skills A natural teamworker, you will be skilled at identifying solutions together with others, which enable informed choices to be made and decisions respected. You will be skilled in risk management, budget and resource management, and be able to work with relevant leads to define and manage key processes. Benefits 25 days of annual leave (full time) plus up to 4 days of leave (full time) given at the discretion of Mothers Union. Employer pension contribution of 6.5%. Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay. Two volunteering days per calendar year. One away day per calendar year. Enhanced sick pay. Bereavement leave & Compassionate leave Season ticket loan. Cycle to work scheme. Employee assistance programme. Eye care voucher and an allowance towards glasses. Work Location/Hybrid Working Pattern This role will be based at our Head Office in central London. Mothers Union operates a hybrid working model. Staff are required to work an aggregate minimum of 90 days per calendar year (pro rata for part timers) at our Head Office, Mary Sumner House in central London. Tuesdays are our anchor days where every staff member is expected to be at the office. The 90 days includes anchor Tuesdays. In addition, Thursday is a core working day where part time staff are expected to work, either at home or from the office as needed. Application Deadline The deadline for applications is 22 October 2025 at 5:00 pm. Due to the number of applications we may receive, we will not be able to individually respond to each applicant. Kindly note, we will only be getting in touch with the applicants shortlisted for an interview. We aim to get in touch with the shortlisted candidates after the application deadline. We will be conducting interviews for suitable candidates as we go along and may fill the role before the closing date. Equal Opportunity Mothers Union is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to create an inclusive environment for all employees.
