Grants Officer Are you passionate about providing life-changing support to those most in need Would you welcome the opportunity to join an organisation that values individuality, invests in its staff, and where your hard work will be recognised and rewarded Do you live within easy commuting distance of Twickenham If the answer to these questions is YES, we would love to hear from you Twickenham £35,000 £40,000 (DOE) 28 days holiday I Full-Time, Permanent The Royal Variety Charity supports people who have dedicated their working lives to entertainment, on stage, on screen, and behind the scenes. We are now seeking a compassionate, detail-oriented Grants Officer to help us deliver life-changing support to those in need. This is a unique opportunity to combine empathy with analytical skills to support individuals facing financial hardship, health challenges, or transitions into care. The Role As our Grants Officer, you will be the first point of contact for individuals seeking our support. You ll guide applicants through the grants process, assess their needs, and help unlock access to financial assistance, mental health support, and care services. Managing and assessing grant applications with care, accuracy, and integrity. Building trusting relationships with beneficiaries and their families. Providing clear advice and guidance on available support. Preparing high-quality reports and recommendations for decision-making committees. Working closely with internal teams and external partners to coordinate holistic support. Maintaining accurate and confidential records using our CRM system (Salesforce). About You Empathetic, organised, and confident handling sensitive situations, and able to thrive in a role that requires both human connection and attention to detail. We re looking for someone who has: Excellent communication skills and emotional intelligence. Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach. Confidence working with sensitive and complex personal circumstances. Good IT skills (including CRM systems; Salesforce is a plus). The ability to manage and prioritise a varied workload. It would also be helpful if you have experience in a grants, casework, or welfare-based role, knowledge of the charity sector and a UK driving licence. Appointment to the role will also be subject to a DBS. Why Join Us This is more than a job it s a chance to have a lasting impact on people who have contributed so much to the UK s cultural life. You ll be part of a small, dedicated team making meaningful, tangible differences every day.
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
Grants Officer Are you passionate about providing life-changing support to those most in need Would you welcome the opportunity to join an organisation that values individuality, invests in its staff, and where your hard work will be recognised and rewarded Do you live within easy commuting distance of Twickenham If the answer to these questions is YES, we would love to hear from you Twickenham £35,000 £40,000 (DOE) 28 days holiday I Full-Time, Permanent The Royal Variety Charity supports people who have dedicated their working lives to entertainment, on stage, on screen, and behind the scenes. We are now seeking a compassionate, detail-oriented Grants Officer to help us deliver life-changing support to those in need. This is a unique opportunity to combine empathy with analytical skills to support individuals facing financial hardship, health challenges, or transitions into care. The Role As our Grants Officer, you will be the first point of contact for individuals seeking our support. You ll guide applicants through the grants process, assess their needs, and help unlock access to financial assistance, mental health support, and care services. Managing and assessing grant applications with care, accuracy, and integrity. Building trusting relationships with beneficiaries and their families. Providing clear advice and guidance on available support. Preparing high-quality reports and recommendations for decision-making committees. Working closely with internal teams and external partners to coordinate holistic support. Maintaining accurate and confidential records using our CRM system (Salesforce). About You Empathetic, organised, and confident handling sensitive situations, and able to thrive in a role that requires both human connection and attention to detail. We re looking for someone who has: Excellent communication skills and emotional intelligence. Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach. Confidence working with sensitive and complex personal circumstances. Good IT skills (including CRM systems; Salesforce is a plus). The ability to manage and prioritise a varied workload. It would also be helpful if you have experience in a grants, casework, or welfare-based role, knowledge of the charity sector and a UK driving licence. Appointment to the role will also be subject to a DBS. Why Join Us This is more than a job it s a chance to have a lasting impact on people who have contributed so much to the UK s cultural life. You ll be part of a small, dedicated team making meaningful, tangible differences every day.
Fundraising Manager, Trusts & Statutory £42,000-£44,000 Permanent Hybrid (London SW8, 1 day/week) Change life stories. One grant at a time. Literacy is not a given. For millions of children and young people growing up in disadvantaged communities across the UK, a lack of literacy skills shuts doors before they've had the chance to open them. The literacy trust exists to change that and your fundraising will be at the heart of making it happen. We're looking for a Fundraising Manager, Trusts & Statutory to join our Development team and grow our income from charitable trusts and foundations. You'll manage a portfolio of high-value funders, craft compelling proposals, and forge the kind of long-term relationships that sustain our work in 22 of the UK's most under-resourced communities. What you'll be doing Building and managing a pipeline of five and six-figure trust and foundation grants Writing persuasive, evidence-rich funding applications and stewardship reports Developing deep, lasting relationships with funders at all levels, from programme officers to trustees Working in close collaboration with programme leads and the senior management team to align bids with our strategy Supporting and supervising a Trusts and Statutory Executive as a dotted-line report Contributing to income forecasting and budgeting for trustees Representing the charity at sector events and with external stakeholders What we're looking for Significant experience securing and stewarding five and six-figure grants from charitable trusts and foundations Excellent written skills; you write proposals that inspire, not just inform Strong relationship management across a range of internal and external stakeholders Experience managing a funding pipeline with a CRM, and confident working to income targets Ability to juggle multiple deadlines without dropping quality A genuine commitment to social justice and the power of literacy Why join us? We are a rapidly growing organisation with 30 years' experience of changing lives through words. Our funders include the Arts Council, national government departments, and some of the UK's most respected foundations. You'll be joining a collaborative team where your work directly enables programmes in nurseries, schools, prisons and communities across the country. We offer 39 days' annual leave (including bank holidays and Christmas closure), an 8% employer pension contribution, a flexible hybrid working policy, and a culture that genuinely values every member of the team. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Ready to make words matter? If you're as excited about this role as we are, please send your CV or profile to Philippa Randle at Charity People to start the conversation. If your experience aligns with the brief, we'll be in touch with next steps on how to make your formal application. We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability, and potential. Please inform us if you require any assistance or adjustment to help ensure the application process works for you. Key dates Closing: 9am, on Friday, 15th of May Interviews: w/c 18th May Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. 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 believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Fundraising Manager, Trusts & Statutory £42,000-£44,000 Permanent Hybrid (London SW8, 1 day/week) Change life stories. One grant at a time. Literacy is not a given. For millions of children and young people growing up in disadvantaged communities across the UK, a lack of literacy skills shuts doors before they've had the chance to open them. The literacy trust exists to change that and your fundraising will be at the heart of making it happen. We're looking for a Fundraising Manager, Trusts & Statutory to join our Development team and grow our income from charitable trusts and foundations. You'll manage a portfolio of high-value funders, craft compelling proposals, and forge the kind of long-term relationships that sustain our work in 22 of the UK's most under-resourced communities. What you'll be doing Building and managing a pipeline of five and six-figure trust and foundation grants Writing persuasive, evidence-rich funding applications and stewardship reports Developing deep, lasting relationships with funders at all levels, from programme officers to trustees Working in close collaboration with programme leads and the senior management team to align bids with our strategy Supporting and supervising a Trusts and Statutory Executive as a dotted-line report Contributing to income forecasting and budgeting for trustees Representing the charity at sector events and with external stakeholders What we're looking for Significant experience securing and stewarding five and six-figure grants from charitable trusts and foundations Excellent written skills; you write proposals that inspire, not just inform Strong relationship management across a range of internal and external stakeholders Experience managing a funding pipeline with a CRM, and confident working to income targets Ability to juggle multiple deadlines without dropping quality A genuine commitment to social justice and the power of literacy Why join us? We are a rapidly growing organisation with 30 years' experience of changing lives through words. Our funders include the Arts Council, national government departments, and some of the UK's most respected foundations. You'll be joining a collaborative team where your work directly enables programmes in nurseries, schools, prisons and communities across the country. We offer 39 days' annual leave (including bank holidays and Christmas closure), an 8% employer pension contribution, a flexible hybrid working policy, and a culture that genuinely values every member of the team. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Ready to make words matter? If you're as excited about this role as we are, please send your CV or profile to Philippa Randle at Charity People to start the conversation. If your experience aligns with the brief, we'll be in touch with next steps on how to make your formal application. We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability, and potential. Please inform us if you require any assistance or adjustment to help ensure the application process works for you. Key dates Closing: 9am, on Friday, 15th of May Interviews: w/c 18th May Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. 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 believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.
The Talent Set are delighted to be partnering with East End Community Foundation (EECF) to recruit a Grants Officer to join their Grants and Programmes team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a hands-on role in delivering accessible, high-quality grant programmes that support vital community-based projects across East London. With over £1.6m distributed annually and ambitions to grow year on year, the Grants Officer will be instrumental in ensuring funding reaches organisations making a real difference locally. Working as part of a small, busy team, the postholder will provide advice and guidance to applicants, assess funding applications, manage grant portfolios, and monitor the impact of funded work. This role would suit someone with experience in grant making or fundraising, or someone looking to build a career within charitable grant making. Key Responsibilities Support the delivery and day-to-day management of grants programmes, from application through to monitoring and reporting Provide guidance and support to grant applicants and funded organisations Assess funding applications and contribute to funding recommendations Manage accurate records and monitoring information using internal systems Build positive relationships with community organisations, partners, and internal stakeholders Person Specification Experience or interest in grants management, fundraising, or the voluntary/community sector Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines Excellent attention to detail and ability to assess and summarise information clearly Confident written and verbal communicator, comfortable engaging with diverse audiences A collaborative, proactive approach with the ability to work independently when required What s on Offer Salary: £30,000 £32,000 (depending on experience) Contract: Full time, 35 hours per week Location: Hybrid working (East London office and home-based) Annual Leave: 23 days plus public holidays Pension: 5.5% employer contribution with no qualifying period How to Apply To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role by clicking the 'apply now' button (please do not apply via email). We aim to get back to all successful candidates within 48 working hours. Commitment to Diversity The Talent Set are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, disability, or age. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
The Talent Set are delighted to be partnering with East End Community Foundation (EECF) to recruit a Grants Officer to join their Grants and Programmes team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a hands-on role in delivering accessible, high-quality grant programmes that support vital community-based projects across East London. With over £1.6m distributed annually and ambitions to grow year on year, the Grants Officer will be instrumental in ensuring funding reaches organisations making a real difference locally. Working as part of a small, busy team, the postholder will provide advice and guidance to applicants, assess funding applications, manage grant portfolios, and monitor the impact of funded work. This role would suit someone with experience in grant making or fundraising, or someone looking to build a career within charitable grant making. Key Responsibilities Support the delivery and day-to-day management of grants programmes, from application through to monitoring and reporting Provide guidance and support to grant applicants and funded organisations Assess funding applications and contribute to funding recommendations Manage accurate records and monitoring information using internal systems Build positive relationships with community organisations, partners, and internal stakeholders Person Specification Experience or interest in grants management, fundraising, or the voluntary/community sector Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines Excellent attention to detail and ability to assess and summarise information clearly Confident written and verbal communicator, comfortable engaging with diverse audiences A collaborative, proactive approach with the ability to work independently when required What s on Offer Salary: £30,000 £32,000 (depending on experience) Contract: Full time, 35 hours per week Location: Hybrid working (East London office and home-based) Annual Leave: 23 days plus public holidays Pension: 5.5% employer contribution with no qualifying period How to Apply To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role by clicking the 'apply now' button (please do not apply via email). We aim to get back to all successful candidates within 48 working hours. Commitment to Diversity The Talent Set are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, disability, or age. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.
Grants Officer Help shape the impact of two leading charitable trusts We are seeking a dedicated and motivated Grants Officer to work closely with two grant making Trusts and managing a varied portfolio of grants including the Arts & Heritage, Culture and Health & Social welfare, climate and environment, from assessment and due diligence through to monitoring and reporting The Trusts' support for charitable causes for over 50 years represents one of the leading examples of sustained philanthropy in Britain. Position: Grants Officer Salary: £51,718 per annum Location: London/Hybrid (Based in London Victoria with the expectation to work in the office at least two days per week) Hours: Full time 35 hours per week Contract: 18-month Fixed Term Contract Closing Date: 9:00am, 5th May 2026 First round interviews (online): Monday 18th May 2026 Second round interviews (face to face at the offices in Victoria): Tuesday 26th May 2026 About the Role Working across both Trusts, you will manage a varied portfolio of grants including the Arts & Heritage, Culture and Health & Social welfare, climate and environment, from assessment and due diligence through to monitoring and reporting. You'll balance analytical depth with strong relationship-building skills, ensuring that information for funding decisions is robust, and aligned with each Trust's strategy. Key responsibilities will include: Assessing grant applications and carrying out financial, governance and delivery due diligence Preparing clear, well-reasoned recommendations for Trustees Managing grants end-to-end, including payments, monitoring and compliance Producing insightful reports and analysis to support strategic decision-making Undertaking research to inform priorities and future funding approaches About You You will have demonstrable experience in grant-making; this could be from already working in philanthropy or for a grant-giving organisation or perhaps you have applied for and delivered grant-funded programmes. You should be motivated by the Trusts' purposes and be keen to develop experience in grant-making in a collaborative and values led team. You will have: Strong analytical, organisational and research skills Confidence working with budgets and financial information The ability to communicate clearly and sensitively with a wide range of stakeholders A high level of integrity and sound judgement A commitment to fairness, inclusion and thoughtful grant making About the Organisation The Trusts focus on public engagement with culture, including the arts and dance, particularly where this delivers benefits such as improved quality of life and supports work that improves the choices of people experiencing disadvantage and inequality, including those affected by homelessness, as well as refugees and asylum seekers. They also support with funding for curatorial support, industrial, conservation and marine heritage, archaeological and outreach projects, (as well as the Museums Archaeological Acquisition Fund); Health and Social Welfare (including support for older people and projects that help disadvantaged families and young people); Cathedrals; Education (through bursaries and apprenticeships in conservation and heritage skills, and in music and dance); and Overseas work (including Arts and Heritage projects in South Eastern Europe and programmes in anglophone countries in Africa). Benefits In 2025 the charity received an 'outstanding workplace' award for the staff survey results - which recognises the hard work, contribution and commitment of all staff which makes this a fantastic place to work. Core benefits include a generous pensions scheme (12% employer contribution), life assurance, income protection, private health and dental care, annual health checks and Employee Assistance Programme, along with a range of benefits designed to promote your work/life balance and make your time with us enjoyable and rewarding. Use of AI in applications Applications are reviewed by people, not systems. While AI tools may be used in a supportive way, applicants are encouraged to present their skills, experience and values authentically and in their own voice. Other roles you may have experience of could include Grants, Grants Officer, Grants Coordinator, Grant Giving, Fundraising, Grants Fundraiser. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client - Not For Profit People.
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Grants Officer Help shape the impact of two leading charitable trusts We are seeking a dedicated and motivated Grants Officer to work closely with two grant making Trusts and managing a varied portfolio of grants including the Arts & Heritage, Culture and Health & Social welfare, climate and environment, from assessment and due diligence through to monitoring and reporting The Trusts' support for charitable causes for over 50 years represents one of the leading examples of sustained philanthropy in Britain. Position: Grants Officer Salary: £51,718 per annum Location: London/Hybrid (Based in London Victoria with the expectation to work in the office at least two days per week) Hours: Full time 35 hours per week Contract: 18-month Fixed Term Contract Closing Date: 9:00am, 5th May 2026 First round interviews (online): Monday 18th May 2026 Second round interviews (face to face at the offices in Victoria): Tuesday 26th May 2026 About the Role Working across both Trusts, you will manage a varied portfolio of grants including the Arts & Heritage, Culture and Health & Social welfare, climate and environment, from assessment and due diligence through to monitoring and reporting. You'll balance analytical depth with strong relationship-building skills, ensuring that information for funding decisions is robust, and aligned with each Trust's strategy. Key responsibilities will include: Assessing grant applications and carrying out financial, governance and delivery due diligence Preparing clear, well-reasoned recommendations for Trustees Managing grants end-to-end, including payments, monitoring and compliance Producing insightful reports and analysis to support strategic decision-making Undertaking research to inform priorities and future funding approaches About You You will have demonstrable experience in grant-making; this could be from already working in philanthropy or for a grant-giving organisation or perhaps you have applied for and delivered grant-funded programmes. You should be motivated by the Trusts' purposes and be keen to develop experience in grant-making in a collaborative and values led team. You will have: Strong analytical, organisational and research skills Confidence working with budgets and financial information The ability to communicate clearly and sensitively with a wide range of stakeholders A high level of integrity and sound judgement A commitment to fairness, inclusion and thoughtful grant making About the Organisation The Trusts focus on public engagement with culture, including the arts and dance, particularly where this delivers benefits such as improved quality of life and supports work that improves the choices of people experiencing disadvantage and inequality, including those affected by homelessness, as well as refugees and asylum seekers. They also support with funding for curatorial support, industrial, conservation and marine heritage, archaeological and outreach projects, (as well as the Museums Archaeological Acquisition Fund); Health and Social Welfare (including support for older people and projects that help disadvantaged families and young people); Cathedrals; Education (through bursaries and apprenticeships in conservation and heritage skills, and in music and dance); and Overseas work (including Arts and Heritage projects in South Eastern Europe and programmes in anglophone countries in Africa). Benefits In 2025 the charity received an 'outstanding workplace' award for the staff survey results - which recognises the hard work, contribution and commitment of all staff which makes this a fantastic place to work. Core benefits include a generous pensions scheme (12% employer contribution), life assurance, income protection, private health and dental care, annual health checks and Employee Assistance Programme, along with a range of benefits designed to promote your work/life balance and make your time with us enjoyable and rewarding. Use of AI in applications Applications are reviewed by people, not systems. While AI tools may be used in a supportive way, applicants are encouraged to present their skills, experience and values authentically and in their own voice. Other roles you may have experience of could include Grants, Grants Officer, Grants Coordinator, Grant Giving, Fundraising, Grants Fundraiser. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client - Not For Profit People.
Reporting to: CEO Salary: £40,000 - £55,000 (Dependent on experience) Location: London, Tuesday to Thursday in office, Monday and Friday at home Working hours: Core hours from 10:00 - 18:00, Occasional evening and weekend hours. The Context The Ed Sheeran Foundation exists to ensure every child has meaningful access to music education, regardless of where they live or what they can afford. Since launching in January 2025, the Foundation has rapidly become an essential connector between schools, grassroots organisations, and industry and policy professionals, aiming to strengthen music provision through direct investment and advocacy work. In 16 months, the Foundation has begun supporting grassroots organisations and state school music departments up and down the country, reaching over 15,000 children and young people - and they have no intention of slowing down. Background to the Role: Why Now? The Foundation is building on strong early momentum and is now focused on strengthening the processes that will support long-term growth. To scale responsibly, the organisation needs a diligent, proactive professional to lead grant-making end-to-end and to embed the systems, reporting and risk controls that enable sustainable growth. With the grant-making portfolio expanding, the Foundation is focused on enhancing the processes and documentation that support effective oversight. The Impact and Grant Manager will play a central role in establishing a robust, scalable approach. The role will design and implement a coherent grants lifecycle, define impact measures aligned to the Foundation's theory of change, strengthen audit and evidence trails, and produce board-level reporting that supports confident decision-making. The Role Reporting to, and working closely with, the CEO, the Impact & Grant Manager will lead the Foundation's grant portfolio and impact approach. While the Foundation's longer-term ambitions include fundraising, the immediate priority is to strengthen how grants are assessed, awarded, monitored and evidenced. The following categories detail the areas in which this role will be responsible for. The Candidate Experience At least five years of experience in grant management or trust fundraising with a proven track record of delivering grants, setting up systems, and working cross functionally, preferably in a highly regulated, KPI-driven environments. Demonstratable ability to work autonomously and prioritise competing demands. Grant Making Skills Design and run an end-to-end grants process: application, assessment, approvals, contracting, payment schedules, monitoring, grant variation and extension decisions, and close-out. Develop clear eligibility and assessment criteria, including scoring frameworks and consistent decision records. Manage a live portfolio with multiple grants at different stages, keeping timelines, conditions, and reporting requirements on track. Analytical Skills Proficiency in CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce) and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau or Power BI). Strong command of Microsoft software, including but not limited to, Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Financial Acumen Strong ability to interpret charity accounts, manage complex budgets, and implement risk-based due diligence. Confident working with financial teams and coordinating strategically to ensure the Foundation's growth ambition is achieved. Communication Exceptional writing skills with the ability to "translate" financial and technical data for non-specialist audiences. Ability to clearly communicate with the CEO, Operations Officer, and all other relevant parties as to your own and the wider Foundations progress, deadlines, and requirements. Impact Reporting Build story-driven impact outputs grounded in evidence and suitable for funders, partners, and public audiences. Create board-ready reports, which include but are not limited to, concise dashboards, portfolio summaries, risk and issue logs, and decision papers. Own and take responsibility for the public facing Impact Report and Theory of Change on an annual basis. Attitude A creative, self-motivated individual who is comfortable navigating ambiguity and challenging the status quo. Delivery-focused, with strong practical judgement and the ability to move between strategic oversight and operational detail. Values Possession of a genuine passion for musical provision for children in underserved communities is a must. For further information and details on how to apply, please visit For an informal and confidential discussion, please speak with our advisors at Berwick Partners: Jodi Beauchamp Delivery Consultant, Not for Profit Berwick Partners (0) Closing date for applications: Friday 15th May 2026
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Reporting to: CEO Salary: £40,000 - £55,000 (Dependent on experience) Location: London, Tuesday to Thursday in office, Monday and Friday at home Working hours: Core hours from 10:00 - 18:00, Occasional evening and weekend hours. The Context The Ed Sheeran Foundation exists to ensure every child has meaningful access to music education, regardless of where they live or what they can afford. Since launching in January 2025, the Foundation has rapidly become an essential connector between schools, grassroots organisations, and industry and policy professionals, aiming to strengthen music provision through direct investment and advocacy work. In 16 months, the Foundation has begun supporting grassroots organisations and state school music departments up and down the country, reaching over 15,000 children and young people - and they have no intention of slowing down. Background to the Role: Why Now? The Foundation is building on strong early momentum and is now focused on strengthening the processes that will support long-term growth. To scale responsibly, the organisation needs a diligent, proactive professional to lead grant-making end-to-end and to embed the systems, reporting and risk controls that enable sustainable growth. With the grant-making portfolio expanding, the Foundation is focused on enhancing the processes and documentation that support effective oversight. The Impact and Grant Manager will play a central role in establishing a robust, scalable approach. The role will design and implement a coherent grants lifecycle, define impact measures aligned to the Foundation's theory of change, strengthen audit and evidence trails, and produce board-level reporting that supports confident decision-making. The Role Reporting to, and working closely with, the CEO, the Impact & Grant Manager will lead the Foundation's grant portfolio and impact approach. While the Foundation's longer-term ambitions include fundraising, the immediate priority is to strengthen how grants are assessed, awarded, monitored and evidenced. The following categories detail the areas in which this role will be responsible for. The Candidate Experience At least five years of experience in grant management or trust fundraising with a proven track record of delivering grants, setting up systems, and working cross functionally, preferably in a highly regulated, KPI-driven environments. Demonstratable ability to work autonomously and prioritise competing demands. Grant Making Skills Design and run an end-to-end grants process: application, assessment, approvals, contracting, payment schedules, monitoring, grant variation and extension decisions, and close-out. Develop clear eligibility and assessment criteria, including scoring frameworks and consistent decision records. Manage a live portfolio with multiple grants at different stages, keeping timelines, conditions, and reporting requirements on track. Analytical Skills Proficiency in CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce) and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau or Power BI). Strong command of Microsoft software, including but not limited to, Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Financial Acumen Strong ability to interpret charity accounts, manage complex budgets, and implement risk-based due diligence. Confident working with financial teams and coordinating strategically to ensure the Foundation's growth ambition is achieved. Communication Exceptional writing skills with the ability to "translate" financial and technical data for non-specialist audiences. Ability to clearly communicate with the CEO, Operations Officer, and all other relevant parties as to your own and the wider Foundations progress, deadlines, and requirements. Impact Reporting Build story-driven impact outputs grounded in evidence and suitable for funders, partners, and public audiences. Create board-ready reports, which include but are not limited to, concise dashboards, portfolio summaries, risk and issue logs, and decision papers. Own and take responsibility for the public facing Impact Report and Theory of Change on an annual basis. Attitude A creative, self-motivated individual who is comfortable navigating ambiguity and challenging the status quo. Delivery-focused, with strong practical judgement and the ability to move between strategic oversight and operational detail. Values Possession of a genuine passion for musical provision for children in underserved communities is a must. For further information and details on how to apply, please visit For an informal and confidential discussion, please speak with our advisors at Berwick Partners: Jodi Beauchamp Delivery Consultant, Not for Profit Berwick Partners (0) Closing date for applications: Friday 15th May 2026
PURPOSE OF JOB Senior Housing Environmental Health Officer To lead and manage the day-to-day delivery of private sector housing functions in relation to housing improvement within the borough and ensure a high-quality service is provided to customers. Manage a case load and undertake appropriate enforcement action to tackle disrepair and energy deficiencies in residential properties using HHSRS and relevant enforcement powers. To undertake HMOs licencing and enforcement and, manage empty dwellings, drainage and other areas as reasonably required for the role. JOB DESCRIPTIONJOB DESCRIPTION Senior Housing Environmental Health Officer Senior Housing Environmental Health Officer MAIN ACCOUNTABILITIES Undertake inspections, investigations surveys and assessments of properties, caravan sites and drainage, to ascertain defects and inadequacies in such areas and to take appropriate action to remedy them. Undertake the enforcement of delegated legislation by the provision of advice, mediation, negotiation, information and training, service of statutory notices, attending court/tribunals as an expert witness, obtaining warrants, and arranging for works to be carried out in default and initiating and undertaking legal proceedings where necessary. Arrange and organise your own workload and supervise those of technical enforcement officers to ensure targets and deadlines are met and records kept up to date. Study new legislation, new case law and new environmental concerns, and in response take appropriate action, draft appropriate reports, new procedures, and legal notices for the Unit. Take the lead in designated areas of work, in particular regarding HMO responsibilities, drawing up policies and procedures, writing reports for Government and Committee etc. as directed by Senior Management, to fulfil the councils commitments and policies. Provide advice to Members, management, and professionals both outside and inside the Council to resolve public health and environmental issues and raise standards within the housing sector. Advising on and overseeing complex pest and housing problems in the domestic sector to ensure the protection of public health. Design and organise events and landlord forum to promote the work of the Service Unit and/or raise public awareness of dangers and means to improving their health. Provide a service of specialist advice and training to the public and the council on housing and housing related areas of environmental health. Provide cover and assistance in relation to disabled facility grants and housing loans. To communicate with customer at the required level or as a customer focused role be able to communicate with our customers at the agreed level Commitment to the Councils Strategic Plan To undertake any training and development as required To comply fully with the Councils Equal Opportunity Policy To comply fully with the Councils Health and Safety at Work Policy To assist as required in the Councils Emergency Plan To comply fully with the Councils IT Security Policy
Apr 29, 2026
Contractor
PURPOSE OF JOB Senior Housing Environmental Health Officer To lead and manage the day-to-day delivery of private sector housing functions in relation to housing improvement within the borough and ensure a high-quality service is provided to customers. Manage a case load and undertake appropriate enforcement action to tackle disrepair and energy deficiencies in residential properties using HHSRS and relevant enforcement powers. To undertake HMOs licencing and enforcement and, manage empty dwellings, drainage and other areas as reasonably required for the role. JOB DESCRIPTIONJOB DESCRIPTION Senior Housing Environmental Health Officer Senior Housing Environmental Health Officer MAIN ACCOUNTABILITIES Undertake inspections, investigations surveys and assessments of properties, caravan sites and drainage, to ascertain defects and inadequacies in such areas and to take appropriate action to remedy them. Undertake the enforcement of delegated legislation by the provision of advice, mediation, negotiation, information and training, service of statutory notices, attending court/tribunals as an expert witness, obtaining warrants, and arranging for works to be carried out in default and initiating and undertaking legal proceedings where necessary. Arrange and organise your own workload and supervise those of technical enforcement officers to ensure targets and deadlines are met and records kept up to date. Study new legislation, new case law and new environmental concerns, and in response take appropriate action, draft appropriate reports, new procedures, and legal notices for the Unit. Take the lead in designated areas of work, in particular regarding HMO responsibilities, drawing up policies and procedures, writing reports for Government and Committee etc. as directed by Senior Management, to fulfil the councils commitments and policies. Provide advice to Members, management, and professionals both outside and inside the Council to resolve public health and environmental issues and raise standards within the housing sector. Advising on and overseeing complex pest and housing problems in the domestic sector to ensure the protection of public health. Design and organise events and landlord forum to promote the work of the Service Unit and/or raise public awareness of dangers and means to improving their health. Provide a service of specialist advice and training to the public and the council on housing and housing related areas of environmental health. Provide cover and assistance in relation to disabled facility grants and housing loans. To communicate with customer at the required level or as a customer focused role be able to communicate with our customers at the agreed level Commitment to the Councils Strategic Plan To undertake any training and development as required To comply fully with the Councils Equal Opportunity Policy To comply fully with the Councils Health and Safety at Work Policy To assist as required in the Councils Emergency Plan To comply fully with the Councils IT Security Policy
Leukaemia UK Our Charity We are a small but mighty charity with one big ambition: to stop leukaemia devastating lives. Despite decades of incredible progress, only half of leukaemia patients live longer than five years after their diagnosis. We won't stop until we change this. We accelerate progress through the life-changing research, awareness and advocacy that matter most to people affected by leukaemia, doing everything we can to make sure that the next person with leukaemia has the best possible experience of diagnosis, treatment and care. We are looking for a Finance Manager to join our Finance & Resources team playing a key role as part of an exciting transition from a historically outsourced finance model to a strengthened, in house finance function as we prepare to deliver our new five year strategy. This role will have exposure to an exciting mix of management accounting, business partnering, financial analysis and process improvement whilst ensuring the organisation s core financial delivery. Team We are a close-knit team, who are all passionate about Leukaemia UK and putting those affected by the disease at the heart of everything we do. We are all focused on keeping it real with pragmatic, practical solutions, as well as ensuring that our charity gets the funding it needs to continue to help those diagnosed with leukaemia and other blood cancers. As a small organisation with just over 30 employees, every role counts. We have ambitious plans and we rely on individuals being self-starters, resilient and working at pace to maximise our collective impact. We may not be about the corporate life here, but we are all about delivering exceptional expertise and making a real change to people s lives. Leukaemia UK and You We are a growing charity with an annual income of £3.5m with a diversified funding portfolio including grants, donations and trading income with a mix of restricted and unrestricted funds. This is a new part time role within Leukaemia UK s Finance & Resources team and forms part of a planned transition from an outsourced finance model to a fully in house finance function. The role has been created to strengthen internal finance capability and resilience as the organisation prepares to deliver its newly approved five year strategy from 2027. You will play a leading, hands on role in running the organisation s core finance operations, ensuring robust financial control, accurate reporting and effective support to teams across the organisation. Working closely with the Director of Finance & Resources, you will take ownership of core finance processes providing operational leadership, internal business partnering and process discipline. As part of a small central team, you will work alongside the Director of Finance & Resources and the Finance Officer, and partner closely with colleagues across the organisation. You will provide practical financial guidance, help teams understand and manage their budgets, and act as a trusted internal finance partner, as well as ensuring the smooth running of day to day finance processes. This role is particularly suited to someone who enjoys being hands on, combining operational delivery with continuous improvement. You will have the opportunity to help shape and embed new ways of working, improve processes and systems, and build a finance function that is fit to support an ambitious and growing charity. In return, you will gain exposure to a broad range of organisational activity, work closely with senior leaders and teams, and play a key role in supporting Leukaemia UK s next phase of strategic development. Skills and Experience E ssential: Significant experience and confidence in managing a full range of finance operations in a small or medium sized charitable organisation. Qualified or part-qualified accountant, holding one of the UK mainstream accountancy qualifications with strong operational finance experience. Excellent knowledge of UK charity SORP and regulatory reporting requirements. Strong understanding of financial controls and month and year-end processes. Strong experience in preparing management accounts, forecasts, budgets and statutory accounts. Highly experienced in all aspects of Xero cloud-based accounting system, especially reporting. Strong IT skills, including Office 365 and SharePoint. Experienced in charity fund accounting and restricted funds tracking and monitoring. Ability to balance hands on delivery with improvement and change. Experience in improving finance processes and introducing automation or system improvements. Strong communication skills, ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and strong stakeholder management skills. Comfortable working in a part time role with clear priorities and boundaries. Resilient and comfortable with navigating through change. Uphold the charities culture and values of being bold, collaborative and curious. Desirable: Experience of line managing staff and supporting their development. Management of outsourced service providers. Independent learner, keen to find and apply best-practise solutions. Willingness to identify, test and apply appropriate technology and AI tools to streamline processes. Discrete and trustworthy with high levels of integrity Role Specifics 22.5 hours per week (0.6 FTE) worked over 3 days or more, Monday to Friday. Location: We are very flexible! Our offices are based in Central London, and we operate hybrid working. In this role you are required to work from the office at least 1 day per week. £40,000 £45,000 FTE dependent on experience. Pro-rata for part-time hours We are proud of our benefits see a summary on our website Work with us - Leukaemia UK Benefits 36 days holiday per year, including bank holidays - pro rata for part time employees Pension default is 4% employee and 4% employer and we match up to 6% Life Assurance x 4 cover Critical Illness Cover Cash back healthcare scheme & Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Hybrid Working- 1 day in the office per week Company sick pay Applications and interview timings If you feel you have the passion for our work and the right mix of experience, skills, energy, and flair to embrace this role and enable our strategy to fly, then we would love you to apply. Please also see the full job description attached to the advert. To minimise unconscious bias, we use anonymous recruitment and are unable to consider direct applications. Please apply via the CharityJob website with your CV and covering letter. Closing Date: Midnight Tuesday 12th May 2026 - First interviews will be held via Teams on Friday 22nd May 2026 - Second interviews will be face to face in our London Offices at 26 Great Queen St, London WC2B 5BL on Wednesday 27th / Thursday 28th May 2026 I look forward to hearing from you! Azra Azra Karaselimovic Director of Finance and Resources Leukaemia UK
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Leukaemia UK Our Charity We are a small but mighty charity with one big ambition: to stop leukaemia devastating lives. Despite decades of incredible progress, only half of leukaemia patients live longer than five years after their diagnosis. We won't stop until we change this. We accelerate progress through the life-changing research, awareness and advocacy that matter most to people affected by leukaemia, doing everything we can to make sure that the next person with leukaemia has the best possible experience of diagnosis, treatment and care. We are looking for a Finance Manager to join our Finance & Resources team playing a key role as part of an exciting transition from a historically outsourced finance model to a strengthened, in house finance function as we prepare to deliver our new five year strategy. This role will have exposure to an exciting mix of management accounting, business partnering, financial analysis and process improvement whilst ensuring the organisation s core financial delivery. Team We are a close-knit team, who are all passionate about Leukaemia UK and putting those affected by the disease at the heart of everything we do. We are all focused on keeping it real with pragmatic, practical solutions, as well as ensuring that our charity gets the funding it needs to continue to help those diagnosed with leukaemia and other blood cancers. As a small organisation with just over 30 employees, every role counts. We have ambitious plans and we rely on individuals being self-starters, resilient and working at pace to maximise our collective impact. We may not be about the corporate life here, but we are all about delivering exceptional expertise and making a real change to people s lives. Leukaemia UK and You We are a growing charity with an annual income of £3.5m with a diversified funding portfolio including grants, donations and trading income with a mix of restricted and unrestricted funds. This is a new part time role within Leukaemia UK s Finance & Resources team and forms part of a planned transition from an outsourced finance model to a fully in house finance function. The role has been created to strengthen internal finance capability and resilience as the organisation prepares to deliver its newly approved five year strategy from 2027. You will play a leading, hands on role in running the organisation s core finance operations, ensuring robust financial control, accurate reporting and effective support to teams across the organisation. Working closely with the Director of Finance & Resources, you will take ownership of core finance processes providing operational leadership, internal business partnering and process discipline. As part of a small central team, you will work alongside the Director of Finance & Resources and the Finance Officer, and partner closely with colleagues across the organisation. You will provide practical financial guidance, help teams understand and manage their budgets, and act as a trusted internal finance partner, as well as ensuring the smooth running of day to day finance processes. This role is particularly suited to someone who enjoys being hands on, combining operational delivery with continuous improvement. You will have the opportunity to help shape and embed new ways of working, improve processes and systems, and build a finance function that is fit to support an ambitious and growing charity. In return, you will gain exposure to a broad range of organisational activity, work closely with senior leaders and teams, and play a key role in supporting Leukaemia UK s next phase of strategic development. Skills and Experience E ssential: Significant experience and confidence in managing a full range of finance operations in a small or medium sized charitable organisation. Qualified or part-qualified accountant, holding one of the UK mainstream accountancy qualifications with strong operational finance experience. Excellent knowledge of UK charity SORP and regulatory reporting requirements. Strong understanding of financial controls and month and year-end processes. Strong experience in preparing management accounts, forecasts, budgets and statutory accounts. Highly experienced in all aspects of Xero cloud-based accounting system, especially reporting. Strong IT skills, including Office 365 and SharePoint. Experienced in charity fund accounting and restricted funds tracking and monitoring. Ability to balance hands on delivery with improvement and change. Experience in improving finance processes and introducing automation or system improvements. Strong communication skills, ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and strong stakeholder management skills. Comfortable working in a part time role with clear priorities and boundaries. Resilient and comfortable with navigating through change. Uphold the charities culture and values of being bold, collaborative and curious. Desirable: Experience of line managing staff and supporting their development. Management of outsourced service providers. Independent learner, keen to find and apply best-practise solutions. Willingness to identify, test and apply appropriate technology and AI tools to streamline processes. Discrete and trustworthy with high levels of integrity Role Specifics 22.5 hours per week (0.6 FTE) worked over 3 days or more, Monday to Friday. Location: We are very flexible! Our offices are based in Central London, and we operate hybrid working. In this role you are required to work from the office at least 1 day per week. £40,000 £45,000 FTE dependent on experience. Pro-rata for part-time hours We are proud of our benefits see a summary on our website Work with us - Leukaemia UK Benefits 36 days holiday per year, including bank holidays - pro rata for part time employees Pension default is 4% employee and 4% employer and we match up to 6% Life Assurance x 4 cover Critical Illness Cover Cash back healthcare scheme & Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Hybrid Working- 1 day in the office per week Company sick pay Applications and interview timings If you feel you have the passion for our work and the right mix of experience, skills, energy, and flair to embrace this role and enable our strategy to fly, then we would love you to apply. Please also see the full job description attached to the advert. To minimise unconscious bias, we use anonymous recruitment and are unable to consider direct applications. Please apply via the CharityJob website with your CV and covering letter. Closing Date: Midnight Tuesday 12th May 2026 - First interviews will be held via Teams on Friday 22nd May 2026 - Second interviews will be face to face in our London Offices at 26 Great Queen St, London WC2B 5BL on Wednesday 27th / Thursday 28th May 2026 I look forward to hearing from you! Azra Azra Karaselimovic Director of Finance and Resources Leukaemia UK
Sight Scotland is Scotland s leading charity providing specialist care, education and research for people with vision impairment. The charity has been in existence for over 230 years, and offer a variety of services in the community as well as education, transcription into alternative formats and residential care for adults and children. Their vision is of an inclusive Scotland where people of all visual abilities have the opportunity to thrive. To achieve their mission they are looking for a Fundraising Manager focused on trusts and grants who will cultivate a pipeline of opportunities and ensure an excellent funder experience, to provide Sight Scotland with sustainable income. The Trusts and Grants Fundraiser is a new role brought in to support with this growing income stream. This is an initial 2 year fixed term contract with the potential to become a permanent position. The fundraiser will work beneath and with the Fundraising Manager Trusts to develop trust income. Specifically the post holder will manage the small trust portfolio, support with reporting on KPIs and impact, create engaging cases for support, and support the Manager with various tasks, freeing them up to develop larger, strategic bids. This role would suit someone who has experience of trusts and grants, either at an officer or fundraiser level, who can demonstrate experience of developing a trust and grants pipeline, creating compelling applications and directly delivering income success. Application notes Please download the Candidate Info Pack provided for further information about the role, timelines and next steps. To progress your application, please contact THINK Recruitment using the details within the Candidate Pack to organise an informal screening call. Please note, we cannot shortlist candidates who have not had a screening call so please allow enough time to have a call before the closing date. If you need assistance with downloading the pack, please contact the THINK Recruitment team for support. Closing date for applications: Midnight Tuesday 19th May 2026 Interviews are expected to be held on Thursday 28th May 2026
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Sight Scotland is Scotland s leading charity providing specialist care, education and research for people with vision impairment. The charity has been in existence for over 230 years, and offer a variety of services in the community as well as education, transcription into alternative formats and residential care for adults and children. Their vision is of an inclusive Scotland where people of all visual abilities have the opportunity to thrive. To achieve their mission they are looking for a Fundraising Manager focused on trusts and grants who will cultivate a pipeline of opportunities and ensure an excellent funder experience, to provide Sight Scotland with sustainable income. The Trusts and Grants Fundraiser is a new role brought in to support with this growing income stream. This is an initial 2 year fixed term contract with the potential to become a permanent position. The fundraiser will work beneath and with the Fundraising Manager Trusts to develop trust income. Specifically the post holder will manage the small trust portfolio, support with reporting on KPIs and impact, create engaging cases for support, and support the Manager with various tasks, freeing them up to develop larger, strategic bids. This role would suit someone who has experience of trusts and grants, either at an officer or fundraiser level, who can demonstrate experience of developing a trust and grants pipeline, creating compelling applications and directly delivering income success. Application notes Please download the Candidate Info Pack provided for further information about the role, timelines and next steps. To progress your application, please contact THINK Recruitment using the details within the Candidate Pack to organise an informal screening call. Please note, we cannot shortlist candidates who have not had a screening call so please allow enough time to have a call before the closing date. If you need assistance with downloading the pack, please contact the THINK Recruitment team for support. Closing date for applications: Midnight Tuesday 19th May 2026 Interviews are expected to be held on Thursday 28th May 2026
International Rescue Committee UK
Winchester, Hampshire
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future. IRC UK IRC UK is part of the IRC global network, which has its global headquarters in New York. Our team in the UK works to raise profile, deliver policy and practice change, and increase funding to help restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Since 2021, IRC UK has also provided integration services directly to refugees in England. In Europe, the IRC also has offices in Berlin, Bonn, Brussels, Geneva and Stockholm. The Purpose of the Role The Refugee Employability Officer will provide tailored employability support to resettled refugees in Hampshire under the Afghan Resettlement Programme (ARP), the United Kingdom Resettlement Scheme (UKRS), Community Sponsorship and other eligible schemes. The role delivers structured one-to-one and group-based support focusing on supporting individuals towards employment. This will include agreeing and supporting individuals towards employability related goals and actions within the Individual Support Plan, job search and application support, interview preparation, understanding UK workplace expectations, employer engagement, and links to training, apprenticeships and (where appropriate) self-employment. This work will support individuals often facing barriers such as limited English, recognition of overseas qualifications, childcare responsibilities, health needs or confidence challenges. Employability support will be integrated within wider Integration support planning to promote sustainable economic independence, strengthen longer-term integration outcomes and support access to appropriate public services where needed. Key Working Relationships This position will work closely with all staff involved in the delivery of the Hampshire Resettlement and Integration Support Service. This will include the Programme Manager (Resettlement and Integration), Programme Manager (Economic Empowerment), Senior Integration and Resettlement Officers, Integration Officer, Bilingual Integration Officer, Bilingual Resettlement Officers, ESOL and Education colleagues, Employment Caseworkers and other relevant staff. This position will also work closely with staff at our partner organisation, Citizen Advice Rushmoor, Jobcentre Plus (DWP), statutory funded employment support services (ie Connect to Work), education and training providers, employers, and relevant advice organisations across Hampshire. This role will be line managed by the Senior Integration Officer with a dotted line to the Programme Manager (Economic Empowerment). KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES Employability support to individuals (55%) Conduct structured individual assessments to identify skills, qualifications, employment history, transferable competencies and career aspirations, translating these into clear and realistic actions and goals within an Individual Support Plan. Deliver tailored job readiness support through one-to-one coaching and group-based workshops, including CV development, interview preparation, UK workplace norms, digital literacy, job search strategies and confidence-building. Support individuals to access and sustain employment opportunities, facilitating job matching, including liaising with employers, facilitating introductions, supporting applications and providing on the job follow-up assistance to promote job retention and progression. Monitor and respond to employment and training related risks, including exploitation, unsafe work and discrimination, ensuring appropriate safeguarding action, advocacy for clients, and partnership working with Citizens Advice Rushmoor and other external partners. Provide structured guidance to individuals considering small scale self employment work, including exploring viable income generating ideas, basic planning and market research, understanding relevant UK start up and compliance requirements (e.g. sole trader status, HMRC registration and Self Assessment, banking, insurance and any required licences), and signposting to appropriate start up and business support services. Facilitate access to vocational training, apprenticeships, accredited courses and skills development opportunities that enhance employability and support longer-term career progression. External engagement and partnerships (20%) Develop and maintain productive relationships with local employers across Hampshire to facilitate direct placements, identify suitable job opportunities, work experience placements and promote inclusive recruitment practices amongst local employers. Promote awareness among employers of the skills and contributions of resettled refugees, supporting inclusive workplace practices and addressing misconceptions where appropriate. Build and maintain collaborative working relationships with Jobcentre Plus (DWP), education and training providers, and business advice and start-up support services to strengthen pathways into work, training and self-employment. Represent the service in local employability and partnership forums, contributing to multi-agency strategies that improve labour market access and progression for resettled refugees. Key Administrative tasks (15%) Ensure timely and accurate compliance with all reporting requirements, including database management, case noting, and file maintenance with a focus on evidencing client progress and outcomes. This will require completion of accurate and timely records and case notes in line with data protection and reporting requirements. Provide logistical support for the procurement of into work support items and the delivery of employability workshops and employer events, including preparation of participant materials and coordination with partners. Analyse trends and barriers affecting employment outcomes and contribute insights to service development discussions to strengthen overall programme impact. Ways of working (10%) Collaborate with internal colleagues and external partners to ensure that employment, training and self-employment pathways are integrated within longer-term integration planning. Gather and analyse client and employer feedback to inform continuous improvement of employability interventions and self-employment support. Carry out all the above in accordance with the aims, values and policies of International Rescue Committee, in particular in relation to safeguarding, confidentiality, impartiality and Equal Opportunities. PERSON SPECIFICATION Skills, Knowledge and Qualifications Essential Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, partners and clients in English. Strong knowledge of the local Hampshire employment context, including employment opportunities, key local employers and available training and development pathways. Excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills, with the confidence to engage and maintain a wide range of internal and external partnerships. Good IT skills, including proficiency in using Microsoft Office and experience delivering or supporting meetings/workshops via online platforms such as Microsoft Teams and Zoom. Strong working knowledge of the UK labour market and recruitment processes, with the ability to coach clients on job search, CV development, interview preparation and workplace expectations. Ability to travel regularly throughout Hampshire, the service delivery area. Desirable Ability to communicate in Dari and/or Pashto, or another community language relevant to the Hampshire resettled population. Lived experience of forced migration, resettlement, or navigating UK employment systems as a refugee or migrant. Experience Essential Minimum two years of related experience, delivering tailored employability support with refugees, migrants or other vulnerable populations in Hampshire. Experience delivering one-to-one employability coaching and/or group-based job readiness workshops in diverse, multi-lingual and cross-cultural environments. Experience conducting outreach to the private sector to build relationships and raise awareness. Experience supporting clients to access employment, education and training opportunities, including liaising with Jobcentre Plus (DWP), training providers and employers where appropriate. Experience handling confidential documents and sensitive information. Prior experience of using a client relationship management system or case management database, with accurate case noting and outcome tracking. Desirable . click apply for full job details
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future. IRC UK IRC UK is part of the IRC global network, which has its global headquarters in New York. Our team in the UK works to raise profile, deliver policy and practice change, and increase funding to help restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Since 2021, IRC UK has also provided integration services directly to refugees in England. In Europe, the IRC also has offices in Berlin, Bonn, Brussels, Geneva and Stockholm. The Purpose of the Role The Refugee Employability Officer will provide tailored employability support to resettled refugees in Hampshire under the Afghan Resettlement Programme (ARP), the United Kingdom Resettlement Scheme (UKRS), Community Sponsorship and other eligible schemes. The role delivers structured one-to-one and group-based support focusing on supporting individuals towards employment. This will include agreeing and supporting individuals towards employability related goals and actions within the Individual Support Plan, job search and application support, interview preparation, understanding UK workplace expectations, employer engagement, and links to training, apprenticeships and (where appropriate) self-employment. This work will support individuals often facing barriers such as limited English, recognition of overseas qualifications, childcare responsibilities, health needs or confidence challenges. Employability support will be integrated within wider Integration support planning to promote sustainable economic independence, strengthen longer-term integration outcomes and support access to appropriate public services where needed. Key Working Relationships This position will work closely with all staff involved in the delivery of the Hampshire Resettlement and Integration Support Service. This will include the Programme Manager (Resettlement and Integration), Programme Manager (Economic Empowerment), Senior Integration and Resettlement Officers, Integration Officer, Bilingual Integration Officer, Bilingual Resettlement Officers, ESOL and Education colleagues, Employment Caseworkers and other relevant staff. This position will also work closely with staff at our partner organisation, Citizen Advice Rushmoor, Jobcentre Plus (DWP), statutory funded employment support services (ie Connect to Work), education and training providers, employers, and relevant advice organisations across Hampshire. This role will be line managed by the Senior Integration Officer with a dotted line to the Programme Manager (Economic Empowerment). KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES Employability support to individuals (55%) Conduct structured individual assessments to identify skills, qualifications, employment history, transferable competencies and career aspirations, translating these into clear and realistic actions and goals within an Individual Support Plan. Deliver tailored job readiness support through one-to-one coaching and group-based workshops, including CV development, interview preparation, UK workplace norms, digital literacy, job search strategies and confidence-building. Support individuals to access and sustain employment opportunities, facilitating job matching, including liaising with employers, facilitating introductions, supporting applications and providing on the job follow-up assistance to promote job retention and progression. Monitor and respond to employment and training related risks, including exploitation, unsafe work and discrimination, ensuring appropriate safeguarding action, advocacy for clients, and partnership working with Citizens Advice Rushmoor and other external partners. Provide structured guidance to individuals considering small scale self employment work, including exploring viable income generating ideas, basic planning and market research, understanding relevant UK start up and compliance requirements (e.g. sole trader status, HMRC registration and Self Assessment, banking, insurance and any required licences), and signposting to appropriate start up and business support services. Facilitate access to vocational training, apprenticeships, accredited courses and skills development opportunities that enhance employability and support longer-term career progression. External engagement and partnerships (20%) Develop and maintain productive relationships with local employers across Hampshire to facilitate direct placements, identify suitable job opportunities, work experience placements and promote inclusive recruitment practices amongst local employers. Promote awareness among employers of the skills and contributions of resettled refugees, supporting inclusive workplace practices and addressing misconceptions where appropriate. Build and maintain collaborative working relationships with Jobcentre Plus (DWP), education and training providers, and business advice and start-up support services to strengthen pathways into work, training and self-employment. Represent the service in local employability and partnership forums, contributing to multi-agency strategies that improve labour market access and progression for resettled refugees. Key Administrative tasks (15%) Ensure timely and accurate compliance with all reporting requirements, including database management, case noting, and file maintenance with a focus on evidencing client progress and outcomes. This will require completion of accurate and timely records and case notes in line with data protection and reporting requirements. Provide logistical support for the procurement of into work support items and the delivery of employability workshops and employer events, including preparation of participant materials and coordination with partners. Analyse trends and barriers affecting employment outcomes and contribute insights to service development discussions to strengthen overall programme impact. Ways of working (10%) Collaborate with internal colleagues and external partners to ensure that employment, training and self-employment pathways are integrated within longer-term integration planning. Gather and analyse client and employer feedback to inform continuous improvement of employability interventions and self-employment support. Carry out all the above in accordance with the aims, values and policies of International Rescue Committee, in particular in relation to safeguarding, confidentiality, impartiality and Equal Opportunities. PERSON SPECIFICATION Skills, Knowledge and Qualifications Essential Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, partners and clients in English. Strong knowledge of the local Hampshire employment context, including employment opportunities, key local employers and available training and development pathways. Excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills, with the confidence to engage and maintain a wide range of internal and external partnerships. Good IT skills, including proficiency in using Microsoft Office and experience delivering or supporting meetings/workshops via online platforms such as Microsoft Teams and Zoom. Strong working knowledge of the UK labour market and recruitment processes, with the ability to coach clients on job search, CV development, interview preparation and workplace expectations. Ability to travel regularly throughout Hampshire, the service delivery area. Desirable Ability to communicate in Dari and/or Pashto, or another community language relevant to the Hampshire resettled population. Lived experience of forced migration, resettlement, or navigating UK employment systems as a refugee or migrant. Experience Essential Minimum two years of related experience, delivering tailored employability support with refugees, migrants or other vulnerable populations in Hampshire. Experience delivering one-to-one employability coaching and/or group-based job readiness workshops in diverse, multi-lingual and cross-cultural environments. Experience conducting outreach to the private sector to build relationships and raise awareness. Experience supporting clients to access employment, education and training opportunities, including liaising with Jobcentre Plus (DWP), training providers and employers where appropriate. Experience handling confidential documents and sensitive information. Prior experience of using a client relationship management system or case management database, with accurate case noting and outcome tracking. Desirable . click apply for full job details
usiness Development Officer Ascend Learning Trust (Central Team) Salary: Grade I, £34,434-£36,363 (DOE) FTE Contract: Permanent, full time Hours: 37 hours per week, 08:30-16:30 Monday-Thursday and 08:30-16:00 Friday Closing date: Midday Sunday 17th May 2026 Interview Date : TBC Anticipated Start Date: ASAP Job Overview We are looking for a proactive and detail-driven Business Development Officer to help maximise external funding opportunities across our Trust. As a successful applicant, you will lead on researching and securing grants, preparing high-quality bids, and ensuring full compliance with funding and procurement requirements. Working closely with school leaders, finance teams, and the Legal and Procurement Lead, you will play a key role in supporting strategic priorities across our seven schools. If you have strong communication skills, proven experience in grant management, and the ability to build effective partnerships, we'd love to hear from you. Full details can be found in the recruitment pack. Ascend Learning Trust creates a sense of belonging for everyone. All our young people receive a holistic, world class education regardless of where they come from or their life challenges. They will leave their Ascend community with outcomes that opens doors to a fulfilling and successful future. If you want to be a part of this, and work alongside ambitious, compassionate, and dedicated people we welcome your application. Our mission is to develop and retain high quality professional who relentlessly pursue the Ascend vision. Together we will foster a culture of compassion and inclusivity with high expectations and standards for all. Where horizons are limitless, and education is unmissable. Together we Belong, Believe, Become. We also offer an excellent staff benefit package which include discounts on high street stores, restaurants, cinemas, and gyms as well as having a wellbeing hub and a cycle to work scheme. We have a wide range of benefits for employees which include: Health & Wellbeing Free annual Flu Vaccines Discounted Gym Memberships 24-hour access to free counselling helpline for family, debt advice Annual 'Wellbeing Day' Generous holiday allowance Flexible working solutions Financial Hundreds of offers and discounts and cashback on local and national stores Excellent Pension Schemes including an employer contribution of 24.3% for support staff Cycle to Work and Tech Schemes Health and Fitness Schemes (available at additional cost) Career Progression Instructional Coaching for Teachers Developmental performance management conversations Apprenticeship opportunities for 'on the job training' Investment in your career, internal and external talent solutions. Recognition and Reward -including service awards Please note some allowances are only applicable on completion of a successful 6 month probation. Please note if we receive sufficient applications, we may close this job role earlier. At Ascend Learning Trust, we believe in the power of diversity to drive innovation, foster creativity, and create a workplace that truly reflects the richness of the world around us. We are excited to welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to join our dynamic team. Reasonable adjustments are modifications or accommodations made to ensure that individuals with disabilities or specific needs can perform their job duties effectively. We embrace the idea that everyone should have equal opportunities to succeed, and our aim is to make this a reality. SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT Ascend Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion. Please note that this role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, which means that you are required to disclose any criminal convictions, cautions, warnings, or reprimands, even if they would normally be considered "spent" and a DBS check will be carried out before any employment commences. In line with KCSIE 2025 and safer recruitment practices, the school will conduct an online search for all shortlisted candidates. The online search is part of our safeguarding checks and will seek publicly available information on candidates' suitability to work with children. Shortlisted candidates will be provided with further guidance and will be asked to clarify their online presence. References will be obtained before interview at shortlisting stage and may be used in the interview process. If previous employment has included working with children, then at least one referee must be from this employment regardless of whether this is the current or most recent employment Any gaps in employment must be detailed and an explanation provided in the relevant section.
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
usiness Development Officer Ascend Learning Trust (Central Team) Salary: Grade I, £34,434-£36,363 (DOE) FTE Contract: Permanent, full time Hours: 37 hours per week, 08:30-16:30 Monday-Thursday and 08:30-16:00 Friday Closing date: Midday Sunday 17th May 2026 Interview Date : TBC Anticipated Start Date: ASAP Job Overview We are looking for a proactive and detail-driven Business Development Officer to help maximise external funding opportunities across our Trust. As a successful applicant, you will lead on researching and securing grants, preparing high-quality bids, and ensuring full compliance with funding and procurement requirements. Working closely with school leaders, finance teams, and the Legal and Procurement Lead, you will play a key role in supporting strategic priorities across our seven schools. If you have strong communication skills, proven experience in grant management, and the ability to build effective partnerships, we'd love to hear from you. Full details can be found in the recruitment pack. Ascend Learning Trust creates a sense of belonging for everyone. All our young people receive a holistic, world class education regardless of where they come from or their life challenges. They will leave their Ascend community with outcomes that opens doors to a fulfilling and successful future. If you want to be a part of this, and work alongside ambitious, compassionate, and dedicated people we welcome your application. Our mission is to develop and retain high quality professional who relentlessly pursue the Ascend vision. Together we will foster a culture of compassion and inclusivity with high expectations and standards for all. Where horizons are limitless, and education is unmissable. Together we Belong, Believe, Become. We also offer an excellent staff benefit package which include discounts on high street stores, restaurants, cinemas, and gyms as well as having a wellbeing hub and a cycle to work scheme. We have a wide range of benefits for employees which include: Health & Wellbeing Free annual Flu Vaccines Discounted Gym Memberships 24-hour access to free counselling helpline for family, debt advice Annual 'Wellbeing Day' Generous holiday allowance Flexible working solutions Financial Hundreds of offers and discounts and cashback on local and national stores Excellent Pension Schemes including an employer contribution of 24.3% for support staff Cycle to Work and Tech Schemes Health and Fitness Schemes (available at additional cost) Career Progression Instructional Coaching for Teachers Developmental performance management conversations Apprenticeship opportunities for 'on the job training' Investment in your career, internal and external talent solutions. Recognition and Reward -including service awards Please note some allowances are only applicable on completion of a successful 6 month probation. Please note if we receive sufficient applications, we may close this job role earlier. At Ascend Learning Trust, we believe in the power of diversity to drive innovation, foster creativity, and create a workplace that truly reflects the richness of the world around us. We are excited to welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to join our dynamic team. Reasonable adjustments are modifications or accommodations made to ensure that individuals with disabilities or specific needs can perform their job duties effectively. We embrace the idea that everyone should have equal opportunities to succeed, and our aim is to make this a reality. SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT Ascend Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion. Please note that this role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, which means that you are required to disclose any criminal convictions, cautions, warnings, or reprimands, even if they would normally be considered "spent" and a DBS check will be carried out before any employment commences. In line with KCSIE 2025 and safer recruitment practices, the school will conduct an online search for all shortlisted candidates. The online search is part of our safeguarding checks and will seek publicly available information on candidates' suitability to work with children. Shortlisted candidates will be provided with further guidance and will be asked to clarify their online presence. References will be obtained before interview at shortlisting stage and may be used in the interview process. If previous employment has included working with children, then at least one referee must be from this employment regardless of whether this is the current or most recent employment Any gaps in employment must be detailed and an explanation provided in the relevant section.
The Interim CEO will provide immediate, focused, time-bound leadership to drive through an extended period of organisational change, ensuring that Ubele's existing strategy and transformation plans are implemented effectively, consistently, and at pace. As Ubele has just produced a new 5 year strategy (April 2026 - March 2030) this is not a role to redefine strategy, but to deliver against it - bringing structure, clarity, and momentum to implementation across the organisation. The Interim CEO will focus on: Embedding systems, processes, and consistent ways of working Strengthening leadership accountability, line management, and performance oversight Improving organisational coordination, decision-making, and operational effectiveness Providing visible, steady leadership to support confidence and cohesion across teams Working closely with the Advisory Board and Executive Chair, and Senior Leadership Team, the Interim CEO will support Ubele to move from a prolonged period of transition into a more stable, aligned, and effectively operating organisation. Leadership & strategic delivery Lead the implementation of Ubele's strategy, ensuring it is clearly prioritised, understood, and translated into deliverable plans across the organisation. Provide consistent and visible leadership, aligning teams around shared priorities and maintaining focus on delivery. Build and maintain a cohesive and accountable Senior Leadership Team, with clear expectations for collaboration, behaviour, and performance. Work closely with the Executive Chair to ensure continuity of values, culture, and legacy while progressing organisational change. Organisational stability and change delivery Drive delivery of Ubele's transformation programme, ensuring that plans are implemented with clarity, pace, and discipline. Bring structure and coordination to change initiatives, ensuring clear ownership, timelines, and measurable outcomes. Identify and address delays, barriers, or areas of ambiguity, ensuring momentum is maintained. Support the organisation to move from a prolonged period of transition to a more stable and consistent operating environment. Ensure change is embedded into day-to-day practice, not remaining at the planning or design stage. Operational leadership & management Provide strong operational leadership across all areas of the organisation, including programmes, partnerships, consultancy, training, enterprise development, and community asset management. Ensure clarity of roles, responsibilities, and decision-making across the organisation. Line manage the Senior Leadership Team, holding them accountable for delivery, team management, and performance within their areas. Embed consistent performance management practices, including clear objectives, regular review, and timely intervention. Strengthen internal systems, processes, and ways of working to improve coordination, efficiency, and organisational effectiveness. Ensure policies and procedures are actively used, understood, and adhered to across teams. Oversee the development and use of high-quality data, reporting, and management information to support decision-making and track performance. Governance & advisory board relations (CIC) Work closely with the Chair and Advisory Board to ensure strong and compliant CIC governance. Provide clear and timely reporting on organisational performance, finances, risk, and progress against strategic priorities. Support the Advisory Board to maintain effective oversight and fulfil its strategic and fiduciary responsibilities. Ensure appropriate governance structures and processes are in place and operating effectively. Finance, risk & sustainability Provide oversight of financial performance, ensuring robust budgeting, forecasting, and financial controls are in place. Hold the Head of Finance accountable for financial accuracy, compliance, and reporting. Ensure clear visibility of financial position, risks, and sustainability planning. Work with the Advisory Board and SLT to support income diversification and long-term financial resilience. Funding, partnerships & external relations Maintain and develop relationships with funders, commissioners, social investors, and strategic partners. Act as a credible and confident external representative for Ubele. Support the organisation to navigate a complex funding environment with clarity and focus. Ensure external partnerships align with organisational priorities and capacity. Legal, regulatory & safeguarding compliance Maintain overall accountability for safeguarding, compliance, and organisational risk. Ensure appropriate systems, policies, and practices are in place and actively implemented. Hold SLT members accountable for compliance within their areas. Ensure regulatory requirements (CIC, employment law, contracts, data protection) are met. Person Specification We recognise this is an interim role with a specific organisational mandate. We are seeking a leader who can quickly assess, prioritise, and act, rather than someone looking to reshape the organisation over the long term. Leadership & change Significant experience leading organisations through implementation phases of change, with a clear focus on delivery. Demonstrated ability to bring structure, pace, and discipline to complex transformation programmes. Experience stabilising organisations during or following periods of uncertainty or extended change. Confidence in making decisions, setting direction, and maintaining momentum. Operational & leadership capability Track record of line managing senior leaders and holding teams to account for delivery and performance. Highly developed operational skills, with experience strengthening systems, processes, and organisational effectiveness. Experience embedding performance management frameworks and improving accountability. Ability to balance strategic oversight with close attention to operational detail. Governance & organisational leadership Understanding of CIC governance, regulatory requirements, and Advisory Board relationships. Experience working closely with a Chair and Advisory Board on strategy, performance, and risk. Experience leading organisations of comparable scale and complexity (£3-4m+ turnover) Funding & external environment Experience working within complex funding environments, including grants, contracts, and partnerships. Ability to maintain credibility with funders, partners, and stakeholders. Experience supporting income diversification and organisational sustainability. Cultural competency & values Strong understanding of racial justice, community development, and the experiences of African Diaspora communities in the UK. Commitment to equity, inclusion, and community empowerment. Ability to lead with clarity, emotional intelligence, and cultural awareness. Operational, financial & compliance Experience overseeing organisational finances, risk management, and compliance frameworks. Strong understanding of performance reporting, data, and evaluation. Familiarity with safeguarding and quality assurance in community or social impact settings. Additional Information This is an interim leadership role with a clearly defined mandate to reinforce the organisations foundations, embed change, and strengthen operational effectiveness. The focus of the role is on delivery rather than strategy development, and on ensuring that existing plans are implemented in a structured, consistent, and sustainable way. As such, we are seeking someone who can work at pace, make decisions, and bring clarity and direction, while supporting the organisation through a period of transition. A visible and consistent presence at Wolves Lane is essential to support leadership alignment, team cohesion, and organisational effectiveness. This role involves responsibility for socially impactful and occasionally emotionally demanding work. A commitment to wellbeing, reflective leadership, and resilience is essential. This job description may evolve as Ubele continues its organisational development.
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
The Interim CEO will provide immediate, focused, time-bound leadership to drive through an extended period of organisational change, ensuring that Ubele's existing strategy and transformation plans are implemented effectively, consistently, and at pace. As Ubele has just produced a new 5 year strategy (April 2026 - March 2030) this is not a role to redefine strategy, but to deliver against it - bringing structure, clarity, and momentum to implementation across the organisation. The Interim CEO will focus on: Embedding systems, processes, and consistent ways of working Strengthening leadership accountability, line management, and performance oversight Improving organisational coordination, decision-making, and operational effectiveness Providing visible, steady leadership to support confidence and cohesion across teams Working closely with the Advisory Board and Executive Chair, and Senior Leadership Team, the Interim CEO will support Ubele to move from a prolonged period of transition into a more stable, aligned, and effectively operating organisation. Leadership & strategic delivery Lead the implementation of Ubele's strategy, ensuring it is clearly prioritised, understood, and translated into deliverable plans across the organisation. Provide consistent and visible leadership, aligning teams around shared priorities and maintaining focus on delivery. Build and maintain a cohesive and accountable Senior Leadership Team, with clear expectations for collaboration, behaviour, and performance. Work closely with the Executive Chair to ensure continuity of values, culture, and legacy while progressing organisational change. Organisational stability and change delivery Drive delivery of Ubele's transformation programme, ensuring that plans are implemented with clarity, pace, and discipline. Bring structure and coordination to change initiatives, ensuring clear ownership, timelines, and measurable outcomes. Identify and address delays, barriers, or areas of ambiguity, ensuring momentum is maintained. Support the organisation to move from a prolonged period of transition to a more stable and consistent operating environment. Ensure change is embedded into day-to-day practice, not remaining at the planning or design stage. Operational leadership & management Provide strong operational leadership across all areas of the organisation, including programmes, partnerships, consultancy, training, enterprise development, and community asset management. Ensure clarity of roles, responsibilities, and decision-making across the organisation. Line manage the Senior Leadership Team, holding them accountable for delivery, team management, and performance within their areas. Embed consistent performance management practices, including clear objectives, regular review, and timely intervention. Strengthen internal systems, processes, and ways of working to improve coordination, efficiency, and organisational effectiveness. Ensure policies and procedures are actively used, understood, and adhered to across teams. Oversee the development and use of high-quality data, reporting, and management information to support decision-making and track performance. Governance & advisory board relations (CIC) Work closely with the Chair and Advisory Board to ensure strong and compliant CIC governance. Provide clear and timely reporting on organisational performance, finances, risk, and progress against strategic priorities. Support the Advisory Board to maintain effective oversight and fulfil its strategic and fiduciary responsibilities. Ensure appropriate governance structures and processes are in place and operating effectively. Finance, risk & sustainability Provide oversight of financial performance, ensuring robust budgeting, forecasting, and financial controls are in place. Hold the Head of Finance accountable for financial accuracy, compliance, and reporting. Ensure clear visibility of financial position, risks, and sustainability planning. Work with the Advisory Board and SLT to support income diversification and long-term financial resilience. Funding, partnerships & external relations Maintain and develop relationships with funders, commissioners, social investors, and strategic partners. Act as a credible and confident external representative for Ubele. Support the organisation to navigate a complex funding environment with clarity and focus. Ensure external partnerships align with organisational priorities and capacity. Legal, regulatory & safeguarding compliance Maintain overall accountability for safeguarding, compliance, and organisational risk. Ensure appropriate systems, policies, and practices are in place and actively implemented. Hold SLT members accountable for compliance within their areas. Ensure regulatory requirements (CIC, employment law, contracts, data protection) are met. Person Specification We recognise this is an interim role with a specific organisational mandate. We are seeking a leader who can quickly assess, prioritise, and act, rather than someone looking to reshape the organisation over the long term. Leadership & change Significant experience leading organisations through implementation phases of change, with a clear focus on delivery. Demonstrated ability to bring structure, pace, and discipline to complex transformation programmes. Experience stabilising organisations during or following periods of uncertainty or extended change. Confidence in making decisions, setting direction, and maintaining momentum. Operational & leadership capability Track record of line managing senior leaders and holding teams to account for delivery and performance. Highly developed operational skills, with experience strengthening systems, processes, and organisational effectiveness. Experience embedding performance management frameworks and improving accountability. Ability to balance strategic oversight with close attention to operational detail. Governance & organisational leadership Understanding of CIC governance, regulatory requirements, and Advisory Board relationships. Experience working closely with a Chair and Advisory Board on strategy, performance, and risk. Experience leading organisations of comparable scale and complexity (£3-4m+ turnover) Funding & external environment Experience working within complex funding environments, including grants, contracts, and partnerships. Ability to maintain credibility with funders, partners, and stakeholders. Experience supporting income diversification and organisational sustainability. Cultural competency & values Strong understanding of racial justice, community development, and the experiences of African Diaspora communities in the UK. Commitment to equity, inclusion, and community empowerment. Ability to lead with clarity, emotional intelligence, and cultural awareness. Operational, financial & compliance Experience overseeing organisational finances, risk management, and compliance frameworks. Strong understanding of performance reporting, data, and evaluation. Familiarity with safeguarding and quality assurance in community or social impact settings. Additional Information This is an interim leadership role with a clearly defined mandate to reinforce the organisations foundations, embed change, and strengthen operational effectiveness. The focus of the role is on delivery rather than strategy development, and on ensuring that existing plans are implemented in a structured, consistent, and sustainable way. As such, we are seeking someone who can work at pace, make decisions, and bring clarity and direction, while supporting the organisation through a period of transition. A visible and consistent presence at Wolves Lane is essential to support leadership alignment, team cohesion, and organisational effectiveness. This role involves responsibility for socially impactful and occasionally emotionally demanding work. A commitment to wellbeing, reflective leadership, and resilience is essential. This job description may evolve as Ubele continues its organisational development.
About GIAA GIAA is an executive agency of His Majesty's Treasury and is the majority delivery agent of internal audit services to government departments and their Arms' Length Bodies. We work with c.140 clients on a recurring basis including 15 of the 17 main government departments. The Agency also provides a range of allied client services including counter fraud, investigations, applied data analytics and advisory work. The Agency's strategy 2025-29 can be found here . The Agency leads the wider government internal audit function across government and in this capacity provides professional support and guidance to all internal audit practitioners across government whether they work for the Agency, in in-house teams, or deliver via outsourced arrangements with the private sector. The current Internal Audit functional strategy can be found here . About the Role The Technical Director role was created to strengthen the consistent quality of the Agency's client services and mitigate reputational risk. With the current postholder retiring later in 2026, the new Technical Director will continue this work and build a comprehensive, Agency wide approach to quality and assurance. GIAA recently achieved 'Generally Conforms with Global Internal Audit Standards' in its External Quality Review by the Chartered Institute of Internal Auditors, the highest rating available to a multi client provider. As the Agency's technical expert, you will drive the highest standards and impact of our services across government, ensuring our strategy remains aligned to evolving client needs. You will own GIAA's internal audit methodology and ensure continued compliance with GIAS as it develops, including the increasing use of technology and artificial intelligence. You will also oversee the quality assurance and improvement programme for all client services beyond internal audit, including advisory work, counter fraud and investigations, data analytics and grants certification. This includes leading the Audit Profession and Practice team, managing practice risk, ensuring high quality product development and acting as concurring reviewer for the Agency's highest risk or most sensitive deliverables. As a member of the Executive Committee (ExCo) you will support the Chief Executive in delivering the GIAA strategy and corporate plan and share collective responsibility for executive decisions. You will also represent the Agency externally, maintaining strong strategic relationships across government and with private sector stakeholders. Key responsibilities will include: Acting as part of the collective leadership of the Agency as a member of its ExCo and supporting the Chief Executive and Accounting Officer to implement and oversee delivery of the Agency's strategy and its corporate plan. Ownership of the GIAA's internal audit methodology and the Agency's continued compliance with Global Internal Audit Standards. Ownership of the Agency's second line quality assurance processes and a Quality Assurance and Improvement Programme for all client services. Acting as the lead executive for the NED-chaired Quality Oversight Committee that has responsibility for scrutiny of the quality of service delivery across the Agency. Management of reputational risks to the Agency. Leading and managing an inclusive and high performing team that embraces a client focussed culture, is driven by high quality outputs and has an ambition to innovate. Person Specification While in post, the successful candidate will be expected to perform well across the full range of Senior Civil Service behaviours set out in the Success Profile framework and demonstrate commitment to Civil Service values. The essential criteria for the purpose of selection are: Full current membership of a recognised CCAB accountancy body, or of the Chartered Institute of Internal Auditors UK & Ireland (and hold chartered auditor/CMIIA designation or the MIIA) Substantial assurance leadership experience in a large, complex and client-focused organisation Experience of leading reputational risk management in a professional services setting Proven ability to lead, motivate and develop diverse teams, driving high performance and continuous improvement Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with experience operating in politically sensitive environments Commitment to upholding public sector values, promoting inclusion, and delivering Value for Money. How to Apply For more information on the role and how to apply, please review the attached candidate pack and submit your application by 23:55 on 11th May 2026. Please submit your application direct to Gatenby Sanderson by clicking the link .
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
About GIAA GIAA is an executive agency of His Majesty's Treasury and is the majority delivery agent of internal audit services to government departments and their Arms' Length Bodies. We work with c.140 clients on a recurring basis including 15 of the 17 main government departments. The Agency also provides a range of allied client services including counter fraud, investigations, applied data analytics and advisory work. The Agency's strategy 2025-29 can be found here . The Agency leads the wider government internal audit function across government and in this capacity provides professional support and guidance to all internal audit practitioners across government whether they work for the Agency, in in-house teams, or deliver via outsourced arrangements with the private sector. The current Internal Audit functional strategy can be found here . About the Role The Technical Director role was created to strengthen the consistent quality of the Agency's client services and mitigate reputational risk. With the current postholder retiring later in 2026, the new Technical Director will continue this work and build a comprehensive, Agency wide approach to quality and assurance. GIAA recently achieved 'Generally Conforms with Global Internal Audit Standards' in its External Quality Review by the Chartered Institute of Internal Auditors, the highest rating available to a multi client provider. As the Agency's technical expert, you will drive the highest standards and impact of our services across government, ensuring our strategy remains aligned to evolving client needs. You will own GIAA's internal audit methodology and ensure continued compliance with GIAS as it develops, including the increasing use of technology and artificial intelligence. You will also oversee the quality assurance and improvement programme for all client services beyond internal audit, including advisory work, counter fraud and investigations, data analytics and grants certification. This includes leading the Audit Profession and Practice team, managing practice risk, ensuring high quality product development and acting as concurring reviewer for the Agency's highest risk or most sensitive deliverables. As a member of the Executive Committee (ExCo) you will support the Chief Executive in delivering the GIAA strategy and corporate plan and share collective responsibility for executive decisions. You will also represent the Agency externally, maintaining strong strategic relationships across government and with private sector stakeholders. Key responsibilities will include: Acting as part of the collective leadership of the Agency as a member of its ExCo and supporting the Chief Executive and Accounting Officer to implement and oversee delivery of the Agency's strategy and its corporate plan. Ownership of the GIAA's internal audit methodology and the Agency's continued compliance with Global Internal Audit Standards. Ownership of the Agency's second line quality assurance processes and a Quality Assurance and Improvement Programme for all client services. Acting as the lead executive for the NED-chaired Quality Oversight Committee that has responsibility for scrutiny of the quality of service delivery across the Agency. Management of reputational risks to the Agency. Leading and managing an inclusive and high performing team that embraces a client focussed culture, is driven by high quality outputs and has an ambition to innovate. Person Specification While in post, the successful candidate will be expected to perform well across the full range of Senior Civil Service behaviours set out in the Success Profile framework and demonstrate commitment to Civil Service values. The essential criteria for the purpose of selection are: Full current membership of a recognised CCAB accountancy body, or of the Chartered Institute of Internal Auditors UK & Ireland (and hold chartered auditor/CMIIA designation or the MIIA) Substantial assurance leadership experience in a large, complex and client-focused organisation Experience of leading reputational risk management in a professional services setting Proven ability to lead, motivate and develop diverse teams, driving high performance and continuous improvement Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with experience operating in politically sensitive environments Commitment to upholding public sector values, promoting inclusion, and delivering Value for Money. How to Apply For more information on the role and how to apply, please review the attached candidate pack and submit your application by 23:55 on 11th May 2026. Please submit your application direct to Gatenby Sanderson by clicking the link .
Fundraising Officer We are seeking a proactive and strategic fundraiser to drive income growth and build lasting partnerships for the UK's National trails. Position: Fundraising Officer Salary: £32,000 per annum Location: Remote with occasional UK travel Hours: Full time Contract: 2 year fixed term contract Closing Date: 22 May 2026 (midnight) Interview Date: 29 May 2026 (online, with second stage if required) About the Role This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering a fundraising strategy focused on trusts and foundations, corporate partnerships and community engagement. Working within a small, collaborative team, you will take ownership of funding applications and relationships, helping to grow income and shape the future of the organisation's development function. Key responsibilities include: Developing and growing the grants portfolio through research and networking Writing and submitting high quality funding applications for both core and project funding Building and managing relationships with corporate partners and sponsors Identifying and securing new partnership opportunities Supporting the development of individual giving, including regular giving and legacies Managing donor stewardship and maintaining strong relationships Engaging with members and supporting their fundraising activity where required Maintaining and developing the fundraising CRM database Keeping up to date with sector trends and opportunities About You You will be a confident, self-motivated fundraiser with a strong track record of securing income and building meaningful relationships. You will have: Experience of trust and grant fundraising, including successful bid writing Experience developing and managing corporate partnerships Strong networking and relationship building skills Experience using charity CRM systems The ability to manage your own workload and work proactively A collaborative approach and ability to work within a small team It would also be beneficial if you have: Knowledge of membership or infrastructure organisations An interest in outdoor access, heritage, or environmental sectors Experience working remotely and managing your own schedule About the Organisation The charity is the independent champion of the UK's National Trails - iconic long-distance walking, cycling and riding routes. Connecting people to nature and the outdoors while advocating for accessible, sustainable trail experiences. Since their formation in 2021, they've grown quickly with an ambitious vision for a high quality, nature-rich National Trail network used and valued by all. Other roles you may have experience of could include; Fundraising Executive, Development Officer, Trusts and Grants Officer, Partnerships Officer, Corporate Partnerships Executive, Income Generation Officer Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client - Not For Profit People.
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Fundraising Officer We are seeking a proactive and strategic fundraiser to drive income growth and build lasting partnerships for the UK's National trails. Position: Fundraising Officer Salary: £32,000 per annum Location: Remote with occasional UK travel Hours: Full time Contract: 2 year fixed term contract Closing Date: 22 May 2026 (midnight) Interview Date: 29 May 2026 (online, with second stage if required) About the Role This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering a fundraising strategy focused on trusts and foundations, corporate partnerships and community engagement. Working within a small, collaborative team, you will take ownership of funding applications and relationships, helping to grow income and shape the future of the organisation's development function. Key responsibilities include: Developing and growing the grants portfolio through research and networking Writing and submitting high quality funding applications for both core and project funding Building and managing relationships with corporate partners and sponsors Identifying and securing new partnership opportunities Supporting the development of individual giving, including regular giving and legacies Managing donor stewardship and maintaining strong relationships Engaging with members and supporting their fundraising activity where required Maintaining and developing the fundraising CRM database Keeping up to date with sector trends and opportunities About You You will be a confident, self-motivated fundraiser with a strong track record of securing income and building meaningful relationships. You will have: Experience of trust and grant fundraising, including successful bid writing Experience developing and managing corporate partnerships Strong networking and relationship building skills Experience using charity CRM systems The ability to manage your own workload and work proactively A collaborative approach and ability to work within a small team It would also be beneficial if you have: Knowledge of membership or infrastructure organisations An interest in outdoor access, heritage, or environmental sectors Experience working remotely and managing your own schedule About the Organisation The charity is the independent champion of the UK's National Trails - iconic long-distance walking, cycling and riding routes. Connecting people to nature and the outdoors while advocating for accessible, sustainable trail experiences. Since their formation in 2021, they've grown quickly with an ambitious vision for a high quality, nature-rich National Trail network used and valued by all. Other roles you may have experience of could include; Fundraising Executive, Development Officer, Trusts and Grants Officer, Partnerships Officer, Corporate Partnerships Executive, Income Generation Officer Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client - Not For Profit People.
Spinal Injuries Association
Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
Job title: Trusts and Grants Coordinator Contract: 12-month fixed term contract (maternity cover) Hours: Part-time, 21 hours per week Working pattern: Hours and days to be agreed Location: SIA House, Milton Keynes, Hybrid working is available Salary: £36,090 per annum, pro rata (£21,654 per annum for 21 hours per week) Thank you for your interest in joining our special charity! About Us The Spinal Injuries Association is committed to a singular vision: a fulfilled life for everyone affected by spinal cord injury. Everyone has a right to live a fulfilled life and that means the life they choose, a life that has the same opportunities as everyone else. We are the expert guiding voice for life after spinal cord injury. About the Role SIA has a large and established portfolio of charitable trusts and foundations funding our vital services for people affected by spinal cord injury. We are looking for a proactive, motivated individual to coordinate the trusts team activity. You will work alongside another part-time trusts and grants coordinator and jointly supervise the trusts and grants officer. As trusts and grants coordinator you will work with staff across the organisation to submit persuasive bids, grow and diversify our portfolio of funders, and strengthen our relationships with donors. Key areas of responsibility include: Coordinate SIA s trust fundraising activity by maintaining and developing a portfolio of trusts Identify funding opportunities and develop compelling bids to maximise income raised from charitable trusts and foundations Administer stewardship activities to grow our network of trusts to be financially, actively, and emotionally engaged with SIA Line-manage the trusts and grants officer Benefits: Annual leave: 28 days per holiday year plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days after two years of service (pro-rated for part time employees) Access to Group pension scheme (6% employer contribution) Access to Group life assurance scheme Access to Healthcare cash plan Access to discounted gym membership Access to Employee assistance programme (EAP) Employee volunteer days Free car parking at SIA House Investing in our people all members of staff are encouraged to discuss their development plans and aspirations with their line manager. A budget is available for talent development This is a 12-month fixed term position to cover maternity leave. The role is due to commence 1st July 2026. Closing date: Monday 11 May 2026, 9am Interview date: Friday 22 May 2026 at SIA House, Milton Keynes Interested? If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position. At SIA, we value diversity. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive environment as we believe diversity fosters a more innovative, creative, and caring culture. We are striving to create a culture that fully represents all the communities we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, age, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, family or parental status, or disability status. Disabled candidates who meet the standard job criteria will be offered a guaranteed interview. Fully remote working considered for the right applicant. No agencies please.
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Job title: Trusts and Grants Coordinator Contract: 12-month fixed term contract (maternity cover) Hours: Part-time, 21 hours per week Working pattern: Hours and days to be agreed Location: SIA House, Milton Keynes, Hybrid working is available Salary: £36,090 per annum, pro rata (£21,654 per annum for 21 hours per week) Thank you for your interest in joining our special charity! About Us The Spinal Injuries Association is committed to a singular vision: a fulfilled life for everyone affected by spinal cord injury. Everyone has a right to live a fulfilled life and that means the life they choose, a life that has the same opportunities as everyone else. We are the expert guiding voice for life after spinal cord injury. About the Role SIA has a large and established portfolio of charitable trusts and foundations funding our vital services for people affected by spinal cord injury. We are looking for a proactive, motivated individual to coordinate the trusts team activity. You will work alongside another part-time trusts and grants coordinator and jointly supervise the trusts and grants officer. As trusts and grants coordinator you will work with staff across the organisation to submit persuasive bids, grow and diversify our portfolio of funders, and strengthen our relationships with donors. Key areas of responsibility include: Coordinate SIA s trust fundraising activity by maintaining and developing a portfolio of trusts Identify funding opportunities and develop compelling bids to maximise income raised from charitable trusts and foundations Administer stewardship activities to grow our network of trusts to be financially, actively, and emotionally engaged with SIA Line-manage the trusts and grants officer Benefits: Annual leave: 28 days per holiday year plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days after two years of service (pro-rated for part time employees) Access to Group pension scheme (6% employer contribution) Access to Group life assurance scheme Access to Healthcare cash plan Access to discounted gym membership Access to Employee assistance programme (EAP) Employee volunteer days Free car parking at SIA House Investing in our people all members of staff are encouraged to discuss their development plans and aspirations with their line manager. A budget is available for talent development This is a 12-month fixed term position to cover maternity leave. The role is due to commence 1st July 2026. Closing date: Monday 11 May 2026, 9am Interview date: Friday 22 May 2026 at SIA House, Milton Keynes Interested? If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position. At SIA, we value diversity. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive environment as we believe diversity fosters a more innovative, creative, and caring culture. We are striving to create a culture that fully represents all the communities we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, age, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, family or parental status, or disability status. Disabled candidates who meet the standard job criteria will be offered a guaranteed interview. Fully remote working considered for the right applicant. No agencies please.
Fundraising Manager, Trusts & Statutory National Literacy Trust £42,000-£44,000 Permanent Hybrid (London SW8, 1 day/week) Change life stories. One grant at a time. Literacy is not a given. For millions of children and young people growing up in disadvantaged communities across the UK, a lack of literacy skills shuts doors before they've had the chance to open them. The National Literacy Trust exists to change that and your fundraising will be at the heart of making it happen. We're looking for a Fundraising Manager, Trusts & Statutory to join our Development team and grow our income from charitable trusts and foundations. You'll manage a portfolio of high-value funders, craft compelling proposals, and forge the kind of long-term relationships that sustain our work in 22 of the UK's most under-resourced communities. What you'll be doing Building and managing a pipeline of five and six-figure trust and foundation grants Writing persuasive, evidence-rich funding applications and stewardship reports Developing deep, lasting relationships with funders at all levels, from programme officers to trustees Working in close collaboration with programme leads and the senior management team to align bids with our strategy Supporting and supervising a Trusts and Statutory Executive as a dotted-line report Contributing to income forecasting and budgeting for trustees Representing the charity at sector events and with external stakeholders What we're looking for Significant experience securing and stewarding five and six-figure grants from charitable trusts and foundations Excellent written skills; you write proposals that inspire, not just inform Strong relationship management across a range of internal and external stakeholders Experience managing a funding pipeline with a CRM, and confident working to income targets Ability to juggle multiple deadlines without dropping quality A genuine commitment to social justice and the power of literacy Why join us? We are a rapidly growing organisation with 30 years' experience of changing lives through words. Our funders include the Arts Council, national government departments, and some of the UK's most respected foundations. You'll be joining a collaborative team where your work directly enables programmes in nurseries, schools, prisons and communities across the country. We offer 39 days' annual leave (including bank holidays and Christmas closure), an 8% employer pension contribution, a flexible hybrid working policy, and a culture that genuinely values every member of the team. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Ready to make words matter? If you're as excited about this role as we are, please send your CV or profile to Philippa Randle at Charity People to start the conversation. If your experience aligns with the brief, we'll be in touch with next steps on how to make your formal application. We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability, and potential. Please inform us if you require any assistance or adjustment to help ensure the application process works for you. Key dates Closing: 9am, on Friday, 15 th of May Interviews: w/c 18 th May Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. 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 believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Fundraising Manager, Trusts & Statutory National Literacy Trust £42,000-£44,000 Permanent Hybrid (London SW8, 1 day/week) Change life stories. One grant at a time. Literacy is not a given. For millions of children and young people growing up in disadvantaged communities across the UK, a lack of literacy skills shuts doors before they've had the chance to open them. The National Literacy Trust exists to change that and your fundraising will be at the heart of making it happen. We're looking for a Fundraising Manager, Trusts & Statutory to join our Development team and grow our income from charitable trusts and foundations. You'll manage a portfolio of high-value funders, craft compelling proposals, and forge the kind of long-term relationships that sustain our work in 22 of the UK's most under-resourced communities. What you'll be doing Building and managing a pipeline of five and six-figure trust and foundation grants Writing persuasive, evidence-rich funding applications and stewardship reports Developing deep, lasting relationships with funders at all levels, from programme officers to trustees Working in close collaboration with programme leads and the senior management team to align bids with our strategy Supporting and supervising a Trusts and Statutory Executive as a dotted-line report Contributing to income forecasting and budgeting for trustees Representing the charity at sector events and with external stakeholders What we're looking for Significant experience securing and stewarding five and six-figure grants from charitable trusts and foundations Excellent written skills; you write proposals that inspire, not just inform Strong relationship management across a range of internal and external stakeholders Experience managing a funding pipeline with a CRM, and confident working to income targets Ability to juggle multiple deadlines without dropping quality A genuine commitment to social justice and the power of literacy Why join us? We are a rapidly growing organisation with 30 years' experience of changing lives through words. Our funders include the Arts Council, national government departments, and some of the UK's most respected foundations. You'll be joining a collaborative team where your work directly enables programmes in nurseries, schools, prisons and communities across the country. We offer 39 days' annual leave (including bank holidays and Christmas closure), an 8% employer pension contribution, a flexible hybrid working policy, and a culture that genuinely values every member of the team. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Ready to make words matter? If you're as excited about this role as we are, please send your CV or profile to Philippa Randle at Charity People to start the conversation. If your experience aligns with the brief, we'll be in touch with next steps on how to make your formal application. We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability, and potential. Please inform us if you require any assistance or adjustment to help ensure the application process works for you. Key dates Closing: 9am, on Friday, 15 th of May Interviews: w/c 18 th May Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. 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 believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.
Salary: £38,688 £3,090 London Weighting Contract: 6-month FTC Location: London / Hybrid two days per week in office Closing date: Rolling Benefits: days annual leave & option to buy/sell more, up to 5% pension contribution, Employee Assistance Programme, Life assurance cover, Health cash plan We re delighted to be supporting Sense, the national disability charity supporting people with complex needs, as they recruit a committed Senior Trusts Officer to join their High Value Relationships team on a 6-month FTC. Sitting within the Trusts Team, and reporting to the Head of High Value Relationships, you will take ownership of a diverse and evolving portfolio of warm and cold trust prospects giving up to £50,000, leading the full lifecycle of trust fundraising: from prospect research and pipeline development, to developing compelling proposals, stewarding funders, and ensuring timely, accurate reporting. To succeed as Senior Trusts Officer, you will need: Experience securing 5-figure grants and developing successful proposals Strong relationship?building skills and confidence engaging with funders and internal stakeholders Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to translate complex information clearly If you would like to discuss this role further, please contact us and quote the reference 2937JP. Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency. We use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable charity jobs. We are passionate about improving equality across the sector you can read more about our commitment to diversity on our website. We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment in the charity sector and partner with you as the leading charity recruitment agency. If sufficient applications are received, the charity reserves the right to close the role early.
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Salary: £38,688 £3,090 London Weighting Contract: 6-month FTC Location: London / Hybrid two days per week in office Closing date: Rolling Benefits: days annual leave & option to buy/sell more, up to 5% pension contribution, Employee Assistance Programme, Life assurance cover, Health cash plan We re delighted to be supporting Sense, the national disability charity supporting people with complex needs, as they recruit a committed Senior Trusts Officer to join their High Value Relationships team on a 6-month FTC. Sitting within the Trusts Team, and reporting to the Head of High Value Relationships, you will take ownership of a diverse and evolving portfolio of warm and cold trust prospects giving up to £50,000, leading the full lifecycle of trust fundraising: from prospect research and pipeline development, to developing compelling proposals, stewarding funders, and ensuring timely, accurate reporting. To succeed as Senior Trusts Officer, you will need: Experience securing 5-figure grants and developing successful proposals Strong relationship?building skills and confidence engaging with funders and internal stakeholders Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to translate complex information clearly If you would like to discuss this role further, please contact us and quote the reference 2937JP. Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency. We use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable charity jobs. We are passionate about improving equality across the sector you can read more about our commitment to diversity on our website. We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment in the charity sector and partner with you as the leading charity recruitment agency. If sufficient applications are received, the charity reserves the right to close the role early.
The Talent Set are excited to partner with a fast-growing international development charity on a Trusts & Foundations Manager role, playing a pivotal role as the charity prepares for a major capital campaign this year. If you re a relationship driven & proactive Trusts fundraiser keen to join a charity with ambitions to empower 1 million women across the world every year, this could be a fantastic next step. The successful candidate will lead the high-value trusts, foundations, and institutional fundraising programme, leading on 5-7 figure approaches and building strong, lasting relationships with funders in the UK and internationally. Key duties include: Lead and deliver the trusts, foundations, and institutional fundraising strategy. Develop and manage a dynamic pipeline of high-value prospects, producing compelling, tailored applications and concept notes aligned with funder priorities. Take ownership of the full bid-writing process, crafting persuasive, well-structured proposals that clearly articulate impact and value for money. Build and steward relationships with trustees, programme officers, and key decision-makers to develop fundable projects and budgets. Ensure excellent reporting and funder stewardship to maximise renewals and uplifts. Line manage one fundraising team member, providing coaching and development. Maintain accurate CRM and grants management records and monitor fundraising performance. About you: A proven track record of securing significant trust & foundations income, including five- and six-figure awards. Extensive experience writing successful, high-value funding applications with exceptional attention to narrative quality. Strong financial acumen and experience developing funder-ready budgets. The ability to analyse funder strategies and translate organisational priorities into compelling cases for support. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong planning, research, and project management abilities. A collaborative, proactive approach and confidence working across cultures. To be considered for this position please apply with your CV as soon as possible, regrettably please note we may not be able to reply to each and every application. We are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices that ensure equal opportunity for everyone, regardless of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and will happily make reasonable adjustments to always ensure a fair process.
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
The Talent Set are excited to partner with a fast-growing international development charity on a Trusts & Foundations Manager role, playing a pivotal role as the charity prepares for a major capital campaign this year. If you re a relationship driven & proactive Trusts fundraiser keen to join a charity with ambitions to empower 1 million women across the world every year, this could be a fantastic next step. The successful candidate will lead the high-value trusts, foundations, and institutional fundraising programme, leading on 5-7 figure approaches and building strong, lasting relationships with funders in the UK and internationally. Key duties include: Lead and deliver the trusts, foundations, and institutional fundraising strategy. Develop and manage a dynamic pipeline of high-value prospects, producing compelling, tailored applications and concept notes aligned with funder priorities. Take ownership of the full bid-writing process, crafting persuasive, well-structured proposals that clearly articulate impact and value for money. Build and steward relationships with trustees, programme officers, and key decision-makers to develop fundable projects and budgets. Ensure excellent reporting and funder stewardship to maximise renewals and uplifts. Line manage one fundraising team member, providing coaching and development. Maintain accurate CRM and grants management records and monitor fundraising performance. About you: A proven track record of securing significant trust & foundations income, including five- and six-figure awards. Extensive experience writing successful, high-value funding applications with exceptional attention to narrative quality. Strong financial acumen and experience developing funder-ready budgets. The ability to analyse funder strategies and translate organisational priorities into compelling cases for support. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong planning, research, and project management abilities. A collaborative, proactive approach and confidence working across cultures. To be considered for this position please apply with your CV as soon as possible, regrettably please note we may not be able to reply to each and every application. We are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices that ensure equal opportunity for everyone, regardless of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and will happily make reasonable adjustments to always ensure a fair process.
Liberty Recruitment Group are proud to be working with a fantastic Charity in the search for a Funding & Bids Manager! Our client is a well-established charity dedicated to supporting vulnerable individuals, who are seeking an experienced and passionate Funding & Bids Manager to drive growth and secure vital funding, enabling them to expand their impactful services. Based on the outskirts of Portsmouth, paying circa £38,000 with an extensive list of company benefits, this is absolutely not an opportunity to be missed. What you ll do: Prepare compelling and persuasive responses to grant applications, tenders, and high-value funding opportunities. Support the Business Development Director and leadership team in managing complex tender processes. Forecast and planning to identify new funding prospects both locally and nationally. Develop and maintain productive relationships with key stakeholders, funders, and corporate sponsors. Monitor and review grants, contracts, and SLA's, ensuring compliance and quality assurance. Lead and manage project activities such as website redevelopment and data analysis. Contribute to organisational communications, including press releases and annual reports. Support operational activities by analysing data, feedback, and trends to inform organisational improvements. Line manage the Business Support Officer. Ensure all policies, procedures, and reports meet national standards and sector accreditation frameworks. The ideal candidate will have: Proven experience in bid-writing, tenders, or grant application responses. Strong research skills to identify funding opportunities and develop successful proposals. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft clear and engaging content. Good understanding of GDPR and data protection legislation. Strong organisational and prioritisation skills to meet tight deadlines. Line management experience, including staff supervision and appraisals. Full UK driving licence and own vehicle with business insurance (desirable). Company Benefits: 25 days annual leave + BH, rising with continuous service + Birthday off Flexible working options EAP Enhanced Sick Pay Cycle to Work scheme Enhanced maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave Plus, so much more! If you have the skills and experience to match this role, we would love to hear from you! Please reach out to one of the team at Liberty Recruitment Group. This post is open to female applicants only, as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.
Apr 28, 2026
Full time
Liberty Recruitment Group are proud to be working with a fantastic Charity in the search for a Funding & Bids Manager! Our client is a well-established charity dedicated to supporting vulnerable individuals, who are seeking an experienced and passionate Funding & Bids Manager to drive growth and secure vital funding, enabling them to expand their impactful services. Based on the outskirts of Portsmouth, paying circa £38,000 with an extensive list of company benefits, this is absolutely not an opportunity to be missed. What you ll do: Prepare compelling and persuasive responses to grant applications, tenders, and high-value funding opportunities. Support the Business Development Director and leadership team in managing complex tender processes. Forecast and planning to identify new funding prospects both locally and nationally. Develop and maintain productive relationships with key stakeholders, funders, and corporate sponsors. Monitor and review grants, contracts, and SLA's, ensuring compliance and quality assurance. Lead and manage project activities such as website redevelopment and data analysis. Contribute to organisational communications, including press releases and annual reports. Support operational activities by analysing data, feedback, and trends to inform organisational improvements. Line manage the Business Support Officer. Ensure all policies, procedures, and reports meet national standards and sector accreditation frameworks. The ideal candidate will have: Proven experience in bid-writing, tenders, or grant application responses. Strong research skills to identify funding opportunities and develop successful proposals. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft clear and engaging content. Good understanding of GDPR and data protection legislation. Strong organisational and prioritisation skills to meet tight deadlines. Line management experience, including staff supervision and appraisals. Full UK driving licence and own vehicle with business insurance (desirable). Company Benefits: 25 days annual leave + BH, rising with continuous service + Birthday off Flexible working options EAP Enhanced Sick Pay Cycle to Work scheme Enhanced maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave Plus, so much more! If you have the skills and experience to match this role, we would love to hear from you! Please reach out to one of the team at Liberty Recruitment Group. This post is open to female applicants only, as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.
Job Title: Development Manager Location: London Reports to: Chief Executive Officer Job Summary The Development Manager will be a dynamic and experienced fundraiser with strong technical skills in grant and funding solicitation, management and stewardship across Crisis Action s current donor targets including major foundations, governments, and High Net Wealth Individuals (HNWI). They will serve as the anchor of a newly configured fundraising team designed to support Crisis Action to nurture its existing donors and secure the next generation of support for its ground-breaking work. This role is pivotal in ensuring excellence in our outreach, proposals, reporting and communication to drive resource mobilisation that is essential for the organisation s financial sustainability at a time when our distinct model and way of working is needed more than ever. Principal responsibilities Donor engagement and communications Oversee and coordinate day-to-day engagement with current and prospective foundation, government and individual donors by members of the Crisis Action team Represent the organisation vis-à-vis donor representatives Support HNWI donor benefits structure and cultivation plans Prepare compelling and timely donor reports, donor updates, letters of receipt and other outreach materials in collaboration with finance and campaign teams. Grant management and oversight Ensuring timely and skilled drafting, consultation and sign off of high-quality grant proposals Timely acknowledgement of all contributions and compliance with donor requirements Preparation of high-quality proposal budgets and financial reports for donors in compliance with grant specifications and deadlines, in close cooperation with the Finance Team Review all grant agreements and monitor/ensure the organization's adherence to its contractual commitments. Strategic vision and guidance: Provide strategic support to the Chief Executive Officer on short- and long-term fundraising strategies and broader resource mobilisation initiatives to ensure our fundraising strategy and its implementation helps achieve organisational goals Set fundraising targets and produce periodic funding forecasts in consultation with members of the team. Research and intelligence: Carry out donor research and provide strategic insights and donor related updates and background information to relevant colleagues. Monitor and ensure a solid pipeline of donor prospects Team coordination and collaboration Ensure that there is a clear workplan that anticipates what has to happen when to guide team resource allocation and workload management Ensure effective and efficient processes of gathering and sharing information across the team to support timely donor engagement and stewardship with clear protocols on the cadence of team calls and written updates Support colleagues to adhere to agreed fundraising roles and responsibilities Communications Ensuring effective and timely communications to donors, Crisis Action s board and team In collaboration with the CEO, ensure timely and regular flow of information to the team on fundraising progress Timely production of high-quality fundraising updates for our Board Data and Systems Management Sustain, manage and where possible further develop the relevant administrative infrastructure, including grant tracking and reporting systems, Salesforce contact database, events calendars, contact lists, donor profiles, website and annual report donor acknowledgement lists and meeting minutes Job Specifications Essential Skills & Experience Minimum 5 years experience in fundraising, donor relations, or development within the non-profit or international advocacy sector A proven track record of engaging with foundations and government officials to secure and manage grants Demonstrated ability to forge new donor partnerships, and a track record of bringing in new revenue Strong understanding of government and foundation funding landscapes with at least some familiarity with differences between them and the stewardship of major gifts from individual giving Experience in drafting compelling fundraising proposals, reports and donor updates for a variety of donors foundations, governments and individuals Strong all-round communication and storytelling skills Experience producing a range of communications materials for different audiences Strategic thinker with the ability to translate organisational goals into actionable fundraising plans Proficiency in CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce) and grant management tools Ability to work collaboratively across teams and cultures with colleagues dispersed across the world Financial literacy and a proven ability to understand and construct budgets Collaborative and empathetic approach to team and donor engagement Enthusiasm, initiative and willingness to learn Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines Excellent organisational and administrative skills, including a systematic approach to maintaining donor tracking systems Fluency in oral and written English Proficiency in Salesforce and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Ability/willingness to travel to staff retreats and for donor visits. Legal right to work in the UK Desirable skills and experience Proficiency in additional languages Established donor networks Experience managing major gifts and cultivating individual donor relations Knowledge of conflict, human rights, or social justice issues Key Relationships Senior Management Team, Development Team, Finance Team, Campaign Leads, Office Directors Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Salary & Benefits Salary: We have set bands for the salary range for all positions at Crisis Action. The baseline of our salary range for this position is £40K per annum. Benefits: 25 annual leave days (30 days after 3 years). Up to 6% contribution to pension. 3-month long service leave after 6 years and one-month sabbatical leave in year 10. CA additionally offers an annual inflationary increase, and 2% salary increase in year 2, 4 and 8 subject to availability of funds. DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion) Statement Crisis Action values and nurtures an inclusive culture that sees the diversity of its board, staff, partners, and all we work with as a strength and source of innovation and creativity. We welcome applications from anyone no matter your background, gender identity and expression, nationality, language, ethnicity, colour, caste, race, sexual orientation, ability, religion or belief, age, marriage, civil partnership, or parental status. Equality among all is a driving force in our work and a feature of our recruitment. We strive to ensure that all employment decisions are made entirely on merit.
Apr 28, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Development Manager Location: London Reports to: Chief Executive Officer Job Summary The Development Manager will be a dynamic and experienced fundraiser with strong technical skills in grant and funding solicitation, management and stewardship across Crisis Action s current donor targets including major foundations, governments, and High Net Wealth Individuals (HNWI). They will serve as the anchor of a newly configured fundraising team designed to support Crisis Action to nurture its existing donors and secure the next generation of support for its ground-breaking work. This role is pivotal in ensuring excellence in our outreach, proposals, reporting and communication to drive resource mobilisation that is essential for the organisation s financial sustainability at a time when our distinct model and way of working is needed more than ever. Principal responsibilities Donor engagement and communications Oversee and coordinate day-to-day engagement with current and prospective foundation, government and individual donors by members of the Crisis Action team Represent the organisation vis-à-vis donor representatives Support HNWI donor benefits structure and cultivation plans Prepare compelling and timely donor reports, donor updates, letters of receipt and other outreach materials in collaboration with finance and campaign teams. Grant management and oversight Ensuring timely and skilled drafting, consultation and sign off of high-quality grant proposals Timely acknowledgement of all contributions and compliance with donor requirements Preparation of high-quality proposal budgets and financial reports for donors in compliance with grant specifications and deadlines, in close cooperation with the Finance Team Review all grant agreements and monitor/ensure the organization's adherence to its contractual commitments. Strategic vision and guidance: Provide strategic support to the Chief Executive Officer on short- and long-term fundraising strategies and broader resource mobilisation initiatives to ensure our fundraising strategy and its implementation helps achieve organisational goals Set fundraising targets and produce periodic funding forecasts in consultation with members of the team. Research and intelligence: Carry out donor research and provide strategic insights and donor related updates and background information to relevant colleagues. Monitor and ensure a solid pipeline of donor prospects Team coordination and collaboration Ensure that there is a clear workplan that anticipates what has to happen when to guide team resource allocation and workload management Ensure effective and efficient processes of gathering and sharing information across the team to support timely donor engagement and stewardship with clear protocols on the cadence of team calls and written updates Support colleagues to adhere to agreed fundraising roles and responsibilities Communications Ensuring effective and timely communications to donors, Crisis Action s board and team In collaboration with the CEO, ensure timely and regular flow of information to the team on fundraising progress Timely production of high-quality fundraising updates for our Board Data and Systems Management Sustain, manage and where possible further develop the relevant administrative infrastructure, including grant tracking and reporting systems, Salesforce contact database, events calendars, contact lists, donor profiles, website and annual report donor acknowledgement lists and meeting minutes Job Specifications Essential Skills & Experience Minimum 5 years experience in fundraising, donor relations, or development within the non-profit or international advocacy sector A proven track record of engaging with foundations and government officials to secure and manage grants Demonstrated ability to forge new donor partnerships, and a track record of bringing in new revenue Strong understanding of government and foundation funding landscapes with at least some familiarity with differences between them and the stewardship of major gifts from individual giving Experience in drafting compelling fundraising proposals, reports and donor updates for a variety of donors foundations, governments and individuals Strong all-round communication and storytelling skills Experience producing a range of communications materials for different audiences Strategic thinker with the ability to translate organisational goals into actionable fundraising plans Proficiency in CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce) and grant management tools Ability to work collaboratively across teams and cultures with colleagues dispersed across the world Financial literacy and a proven ability to understand and construct budgets Collaborative and empathetic approach to team and donor engagement Enthusiasm, initiative and willingness to learn Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines Excellent organisational and administrative skills, including a systematic approach to maintaining donor tracking systems Fluency in oral and written English Proficiency in Salesforce and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Ability/willingness to travel to staff retreats and for donor visits. Legal right to work in the UK Desirable skills and experience Proficiency in additional languages Established donor networks Experience managing major gifts and cultivating individual donor relations Knowledge of conflict, human rights, or social justice issues Key Relationships Senior Management Team, Development Team, Finance Team, Campaign Leads, Office Directors Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Salary & Benefits Salary: We have set bands for the salary range for all positions at Crisis Action. The baseline of our salary range for this position is £40K per annum. Benefits: 25 annual leave days (30 days after 3 years). Up to 6% contribution to pension. 3-month long service leave after 6 years and one-month sabbatical leave in year 10. CA additionally offers an annual inflationary increase, and 2% salary increase in year 2, 4 and 8 subject to availability of funds. DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion) Statement Crisis Action values and nurtures an inclusive culture that sees the diversity of its board, staff, partners, and all we work with as a strength and source of innovation and creativity. We welcome applications from anyone no matter your background, gender identity and expression, nationality, language, ethnicity, colour, caste, race, sexual orientation, ability, religion or belief, age, marriage, civil partnership, or parental status. Equality among all is a driving force in our work and a feature of our recruitment. We strive to ensure that all employment decisions are made entirely on merit.
Fundraising Officer We are seeking a proactive and strategic fundraiser to drive income growth and build lasting partnerships for the UK s National trails. Position: Fundraising Officer Salary: £32,000 per annum Location: Remote with occasional UK travel Hours: Full time Contract: 2 year fixed term contract Closing Date: 22 May 2026 (midnight) Interview Date: 29 May 2026 (online, with second stage if required) About the Role This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering a fundraising strategy focused on trusts and foundations, corporate partnerships and community engagement. Working within a small, collaborative team, you will take ownership of funding applications and relationships, helping to grow income and shape the future of the organisation s development function. Key responsibilities include: Developing and growing the grants portfolio through research and networking Writing and submitting high quality funding applications for both core and project funding Building and managing relationships with corporate partners and sponsors Identifying and securing new partnership opportunities Supporting the development of individual giving, including regular giving and legacies Managing donor stewardship and maintaining strong relationships Engaging with members and supporting their fundraising activity where required Maintaining and developing the fundraising CRM database Keeping up to date with sector trends and opportunities About You You will be a confident, self-motivated fundraiser with a strong track record of securing income and building meaningful relationships. You will have: Experience of trust and grant fundraising, including successful bid writing Experience developing and managing corporate partnerships Strong networking and relationship building skills Experience using charity CRM systems The ability to manage your own workload and work proactively A collaborative approach and ability to work within a small team It would also be beneficial if you have: Knowledge of membership or infrastructure organisations An interest in outdoor access, heritage, or environmental sectors Experience working remotely and managing your own schedule About the Organisation The charity is the independent champion of the UK s National Trails iconic long-distance walking, cycling and riding routes. Connecting people to nature and the outdoors while advocating for accessible, sustainable trail experiences. Since their formation in 2021, they ve grown quickly with an ambitious vision for a high quality, nature-rich National Trail network used and valued by all. Other roles you may have experience of could include; Fundraising Executive, Development Officer, Trusts and Grants Officer, Partnerships Officer, Corporate Partnerships Executive, Income Generation Officer Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client Not For Profit People.
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Fundraising Officer We are seeking a proactive and strategic fundraiser to drive income growth and build lasting partnerships for the UK s National trails. Position: Fundraising Officer Salary: £32,000 per annum Location: Remote with occasional UK travel Hours: Full time Contract: 2 year fixed term contract Closing Date: 22 May 2026 (midnight) Interview Date: 29 May 2026 (online, with second stage if required) About the Role This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering a fundraising strategy focused on trusts and foundations, corporate partnerships and community engagement. Working within a small, collaborative team, you will take ownership of funding applications and relationships, helping to grow income and shape the future of the organisation s development function. Key responsibilities include: Developing and growing the grants portfolio through research and networking Writing and submitting high quality funding applications for both core and project funding Building and managing relationships with corporate partners and sponsors Identifying and securing new partnership opportunities Supporting the development of individual giving, including regular giving and legacies Managing donor stewardship and maintaining strong relationships Engaging with members and supporting their fundraising activity where required Maintaining and developing the fundraising CRM database Keeping up to date with sector trends and opportunities About You You will be a confident, self-motivated fundraiser with a strong track record of securing income and building meaningful relationships. You will have: Experience of trust and grant fundraising, including successful bid writing Experience developing and managing corporate partnerships Strong networking and relationship building skills Experience using charity CRM systems The ability to manage your own workload and work proactively A collaborative approach and ability to work within a small team It would also be beneficial if you have: Knowledge of membership or infrastructure organisations An interest in outdoor access, heritage, or environmental sectors Experience working remotely and managing your own schedule About the Organisation The charity is the independent champion of the UK s National Trails iconic long-distance walking, cycling and riding routes. Connecting people to nature and the outdoors while advocating for accessible, sustainable trail experiences. Since their formation in 2021, they ve grown quickly with an ambitious vision for a high quality, nature-rich National Trail network used and valued by all. Other roles you may have experience of could include; Fundraising Executive, Development Officer, Trusts and Grants Officer, Partnerships Officer, Corporate Partnerships Executive, Income Generation Officer Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client Not For Profit People.
