Cityworx are recruiting for an experienced Sales Ledger & Billing Coordinator to join an established care business based in the Southwark area. on a part time basis, 3 days a week. We are seeking an accurate, methodical and hands-on Sales Ledger & Billing Coordinator to take ownership of our weekly billing process. This role is critical to maintaining cash flow and preventing downstream credit control issues. It requires strong attention to detail, confidence working with data, and the ability to operate at pace across multiple systems. The role will involve working across care management systems, plus Sage 50, Excel, and invoicing portals, ensuring billing is accurate. Key Responsibilities Prepare and raise weekly invoices across all care packages within strict deadlines. Validate hours against timesheets and care schedules using OneTouch. Process and raise invoices within Sage 50, ensuring all billing information is accurate and complete. Apply correct charge rates, including HCAs, nurses, enhanced rates, and bank holiday rates where applicable. Confirm purchase order numbers, funding details, and client billing instructions are correct. Submit invoices via customer invoicing portals, including Tradeshift where required. Sales Ledger & Data Management Maintain and manage the sales ledger within Sage 50. Reconcile OneTouch data against scheduled hours and actual service delivery. Use Excel, including VLOOKUPs and data validation techniques, to analyse and verify billing data. Identify discrepancies promptly and work with relevant teams to resolve issues. Take ownership of data accuracy, ensuring all records are complete, up to date, and audit-ready. Query Resolution & Team Coordination Act as the first point of contact for invoice queries and billing discrepancies. Investigate and resolve issues using system data and supporting documentation wherever possible. Escalate complex queries to the Finance Manager or Credit Control team when required. Work closely with Credit Control to ensure a smooth and accurate handover of invoices. Highlight recurring issues and support continuous improvements to billing processes. Maintain strong communication across finance and operations teams to ensure efficient workflow and service delivery. For this role, you will need experince in Excel, Sage 50, invoicing portals, as well previous experience in a fast-paced sales ledger or billing role. This role is office based, 3 days a week.
May 03, 2026
Full time
Cityworx are recruiting for an experienced Sales Ledger & Billing Coordinator to join an established care business based in the Southwark area. on a part time basis, 3 days a week. We are seeking an accurate, methodical and hands-on Sales Ledger & Billing Coordinator to take ownership of our weekly billing process. This role is critical to maintaining cash flow and preventing downstream credit control issues. It requires strong attention to detail, confidence working with data, and the ability to operate at pace across multiple systems. The role will involve working across care management systems, plus Sage 50, Excel, and invoicing portals, ensuring billing is accurate. Key Responsibilities Prepare and raise weekly invoices across all care packages within strict deadlines. Validate hours against timesheets and care schedules using OneTouch. Process and raise invoices within Sage 50, ensuring all billing information is accurate and complete. Apply correct charge rates, including HCAs, nurses, enhanced rates, and bank holiday rates where applicable. Confirm purchase order numbers, funding details, and client billing instructions are correct. Submit invoices via customer invoicing portals, including Tradeshift where required. Sales Ledger & Data Management Maintain and manage the sales ledger within Sage 50. Reconcile OneTouch data against scheduled hours and actual service delivery. Use Excel, including VLOOKUPs and data validation techniques, to analyse and verify billing data. Identify discrepancies promptly and work with relevant teams to resolve issues. Take ownership of data accuracy, ensuring all records are complete, up to date, and audit-ready. Query Resolution & Team Coordination Act as the first point of contact for invoice queries and billing discrepancies. Investigate and resolve issues using system data and supporting documentation wherever possible. Escalate complex queries to the Finance Manager or Credit Control team when required. Work closely with Credit Control to ensure a smooth and accurate handover of invoices. Highlight recurring issues and support continuous improvements to billing processes. Maintain strong communication across finance and operations teams to ensure efficient workflow and service delivery. For this role, you will need experince in Excel, Sage 50, invoicing portals, as well previous experience in a fast-paced sales ledger or billing role. This role is office based, 3 days a week.
We are looking for a Technical Coordinator to join our Wastewater Operations Team working across the Thames Valley North area, based at Oxford Sewage Treatment Works, working as part of a close and supportive Field Operations team. What you'll be doing as a Technical Coordinator (Mechanical/Electrical) You'll play a key role in coordinating complex maintenance activities, working closely with both our in-house teams and external contractors. You'll also help ensure we meet all our legal statutory maintenance obligations. These will include items such as lifting equipment, pressure vessels and generators. Ensuring our sites meet the KPI for plant availability across the estate, driving improvement and striving for best practice. You will be the technical mentor for the maintenance team, including apprentices. All this needs to be done whilst ensuring we deliver a high standard of service within budget. You will be responsible for the management of the pre-requisites within SAP (materials, permits, resources and services) for all complex jobs for planned and reactive work across maintenance and operations. Use technical expertise and data captured from the field to design operationally critical jobs. Highlight key operational risks across the area and present these to obtain funding. Maintain the availability of plant and equipment and optimise treatment process performance. Develop strong collaborative relationships with other internal and external stakeholders. Provide expert advice on technical issues and generate solutions to operational risks. Obtain quotes, order materials and 3rd party services through our framework contractors. Ensure all aspects of Health and Safety are managed correctly, through a safe system of work approval, reviewing RAMS, permitting and site audits. Base Location: Oxford STW - OX4 4YU, but you will be required to travel to the various sites around the Thames Valley North area. Working Pattern : 36 hours, Monday-Friday, 7:30 - 15:36. Requirements for the role: Valid UK driving license. What you should bring to the role The essential criteria to help you succeed in this role are: Relevant experience working within Water or Wastewater treatment or comparable industry, preferably experience as a Mechanical and Electrical technician or ICA technician. Time served as an apprentice and a relevant technical qualification. Highly logical - able to decide on and build the dependencies between tasks. Collaborative - able to work closely with Planners, Field Performance Managers, suppliers, and 3rd parties. Technically experienced with a good understanding of how to maintain assets. Good local knowledge of how important an asset is to a site and how it relates to other assets. Meticulous in documenting the finer details of what needs to take place. Able to manage a large workload of numerous jobs in parallel. Competent with IT systems (will use SAP extensively) as well as effective communication skills. Knowledge and awareness of health and safety issues relevant to the industry. A clean driving licence is essential as the role involves travelling. What's in it for you? Offering a salary from £47,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience. Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets Contributory pension - Defined Contribution - Maximum of 12% -2x employee contribution Annual Leave: 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 28 with the length of service (plus bank holidays) Generous Pension Scheme through AON. Generous Paternity Leave, including 4 weeks paid and an optional 2 weeks unpaid. Enhanced Maternity Leave, 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay! Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family's health and wellbeing, and your finances - from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance. Learn more about our purpose and values Working at Thames Wate r Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you'll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.If you're looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people's lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we'll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet.Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more.We're committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether that's extra time, accessible formats, or anything else, just let us know. We're here to help and support.When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you'll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It's also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues. Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
We are looking for a Technical Coordinator to join our Wastewater Operations Team working across the Thames Valley North area, based at Oxford Sewage Treatment Works, working as part of a close and supportive Field Operations team. What you'll be doing as a Technical Coordinator (Mechanical/Electrical) You'll play a key role in coordinating complex maintenance activities, working closely with both our in-house teams and external contractors. You'll also help ensure we meet all our legal statutory maintenance obligations. These will include items such as lifting equipment, pressure vessels and generators. Ensuring our sites meet the KPI for plant availability across the estate, driving improvement and striving for best practice. You will be the technical mentor for the maintenance team, including apprentices. All this needs to be done whilst ensuring we deliver a high standard of service within budget. You will be responsible for the management of the pre-requisites within SAP (materials, permits, resources and services) for all complex jobs for planned and reactive work across maintenance and operations. Use technical expertise and data captured from the field to design operationally critical jobs. Highlight key operational risks across the area and present these to obtain funding. Maintain the availability of plant and equipment and optimise treatment process performance. Develop strong collaborative relationships with other internal and external stakeholders. Provide expert advice on technical issues and generate solutions to operational risks. Obtain quotes, order materials and 3rd party services through our framework contractors. Ensure all aspects of Health and Safety are managed correctly, through a safe system of work approval, reviewing RAMS, permitting and site audits. Base Location: Oxford STW - OX4 4YU, but you will be required to travel to the various sites around the Thames Valley North area. Working Pattern : 36 hours, Monday-Friday, 7:30 - 15:36. Requirements for the role: Valid UK driving license. What you should bring to the role The essential criteria to help you succeed in this role are: Relevant experience working within Water or Wastewater treatment or comparable industry, preferably experience as a Mechanical and Electrical technician or ICA technician. Time served as an apprentice and a relevant technical qualification. Highly logical - able to decide on and build the dependencies between tasks. Collaborative - able to work closely with Planners, Field Performance Managers, suppliers, and 3rd parties. Technically experienced with a good understanding of how to maintain assets. Good local knowledge of how important an asset is to a site and how it relates to other assets. Meticulous in documenting the finer details of what needs to take place. Able to manage a large workload of numerous jobs in parallel. Competent with IT systems (will use SAP extensively) as well as effective communication skills. Knowledge and awareness of health and safety issues relevant to the industry. A clean driving licence is essential as the role involves travelling. What's in it for you? Offering a salary from £47,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience. Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets Contributory pension - Defined Contribution - Maximum of 12% -2x employee contribution Annual Leave: 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 28 with the length of service (plus bank holidays) Generous Pension Scheme through AON. Generous Paternity Leave, including 4 weeks paid and an optional 2 weeks unpaid. Enhanced Maternity Leave, 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay! Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family's health and wellbeing, and your finances - from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance. Learn more about our purpose and values Working at Thames Wate r Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you'll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.If you're looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people's lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we'll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet.Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more.We're committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether that's extra time, accessible formats, or anything else, just let us know. We're here to help and support.When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you'll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It's also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues. Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
We are currently looking for a Grants and Project Development Coordinator to work with the Grants and Project Development Manager and Somerset Wildlife Trust (SWT) teams to help nurture and grow our portfolio of Trust, Foundation and other Grant income to support core Trust activity and individual projects. Grants and Project Development Coordinator Salary: £27,000 - £30,500 per annum FTE, Banding Level 2 (£21,000 - £24,400 per annum actual for 30 hours per week) Contract type: Permanent Working hours: Part time, 30 hours per week Location: Taunton, Somerset, Opportunity for Hybrid working About Us Somerset Wildlife Trust is a local independent charity and the only organisation uniquely focused on improving the natural environment of Somerset for the benefit of wildlife and people. We champion Somerset s stunning, diverse, and important natural environment, making the case for nature to the public and politicians. We protect wildlife and lead the recovery of the environment by example, including on our nature reserves. About You and the Role This is a fantastic opportunity for someone to manage a portfolio of small trusts and foundations and to gain experience supporting major trust and grant applications, working alongside the Grants and Project Development Manager. We are looking for a Grants and Project Coordinator to join our team. This role will be a key part of our fundraising team, managing a portfolio of trust and foundations with the capacity to give up to £25,000 and the opportunity to assist with major grant funding bids, which will enable us to drive forward our ambitious goals. You will deliver high-quality written applications and reports in line with funder deadlines and keep in touch with donors and prospects via phone, virtually and in face-to-face meetings and visits. We are looking for someone who has: Ability to manage tasks from start to finish and prioritise work to meet set deadlines. Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills. Ability to engage with internal and external stakeholders. Ability to think creatively to generate income in line with our strategy. Key responsibilities and tasks to meet the fundraising strategic targets: Responsibility 1: Income generation Managing a portfolio of Trusts and Foundations to complete funding applications and, working with the Grants and Project Development Manager, to agree an annual programme of grant and trust applications to meet defined income targets. Assisting the Grants and Project Development Manager on major grant-funding applications and aligning smaller funds to secure match-funding for larger projects. Carrying out prospect research to identify new trust and grant funding opportunities. Responsibility 2: Fund Relationship Management Stewarding an agreed portfolio of existing Trust and Foundation relationships, ensuring funder contributions are appropriately recognised and acknowledged and that grant criteria are met. Co-ordinating reports to funders, ensuring reports meet requirements and are sent on time. Developing new relationships with trust and foundation prospects identified to secure new income. Ensuring data on grant income and funders are updated and maintained to a high standard on the Trusts customer relationship management system (Blackbaud Raiser s Edge NXT) and SWT SharePoint. Assisting with the administration of the Trust s Programme Management Board (PMB) and project development documentation, helping develop cases of support and content for funding applications. Responsibility 3: Supporting Wilder Fundraising Strategy Highlighting funding opportunities to SWT teams and contributing to funding applications led by other teams. Liaising with SWT Finance team to ensure grants are properly recorded, allocated and spending tracked. Providing additional support to the Fundraising & Marketing Team (F&M) and other SWT teams, as required and agreed with your line manager. We offer some fantastic benefits including: 7% employer pension contribution Life assurance Flexible and agile working Wellbeing support EAP, wellbeing champions Diversity networks through RSWT/TWT Paid volunteer days Continuous Professional Development opportunities 33 days of holiday (25 + bank holidays) + Christmas shutdown Staff social calendar and events The opportunity to make a real and positive difference to nature, communities and the climate Closing date: Tuesday 19th May 2026 N.B. Kindly submit your application at your earliest convenience. Shortlisting will begin upon receipt of applications, and the position may be closed ahead of schedule if we receive sufficient interest. We strongly encourage you to apply as soon as you can to avoid disappointment. 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. No agencies please.
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
We are currently looking for a Grants and Project Development Coordinator to work with the Grants and Project Development Manager and Somerset Wildlife Trust (SWT) teams to help nurture and grow our portfolio of Trust, Foundation and other Grant income to support core Trust activity and individual projects. Grants and Project Development Coordinator Salary: £27,000 - £30,500 per annum FTE, Banding Level 2 (£21,000 - £24,400 per annum actual for 30 hours per week) Contract type: Permanent Working hours: Part time, 30 hours per week Location: Taunton, Somerset, Opportunity for Hybrid working About Us Somerset Wildlife Trust is a local independent charity and the only organisation uniquely focused on improving the natural environment of Somerset for the benefit of wildlife and people. We champion Somerset s stunning, diverse, and important natural environment, making the case for nature to the public and politicians. We protect wildlife and lead the recovery of the environment by example, including on our nature reserves. About You and the Role This is a fantastic opportunity for someone to manage a portfolio of small trusts and foundations and to gain experience supporting major trust and grant applications, working alongside the Grants and Project Development Manager. We are looking for a Grants and Project Coordinator to join our team. This role will be a key part of our fundraising team, managing a portfolio of trust and foundations with the capacity to give up to £25,000 and the opportunity to assist with major grant funding bids, which will enable us to drive forward our ambitious goals. You will deliver high-quality written applications and reports in line with funder deadlines and keep in touch with donors and prospects via phone, virtually and in face-to-face meetings and visits. We are looking for someone who has: Ability to manage tasks from start to finish and prioritise work to meet set deadlines. Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills. Ability to engage with internal and external stakeholders. Ability to think creatively to generate income in line with our strategy. Key responsibilities and tasks to meet the fundraising strategic targets: Responsibility 1: Income generation Managing a portfolio of Trusts and Foundations to complete funding applications and, working with the Grants and Project Development Manager, to agree an annual programme of grant and trust applications to meet defined income targets. Assisting the Grants and Project Development Manager on major grant-funding applications and aligning smaller funds to secure match-funding for larger projects. Carrying out prospect research to identify new trust and grant funding opportunities. Responsibility 2: Fund Relationship Management Stewarding an agreed portfolio of existing Trust and Foundation relationships, ensuring funder contributions are appropriately recognised and acknowledged and that grant criteria are met. Co-ordinating reports to funders, ensuring reports meet requirements and are sent on time. Developing new relationships with trust and foundation prospects identified to secure new income. Ensuring data on grant income and funders are updated and maintained to a high standard on the Trusts customer relationship management system (Blackbaud Raiser s Edge NXT) and SWT SharePoint. Assisting with the administration of the Trust s Programme Management Board (PMB) and project development documentation, helping develop cases of support and content for funding applications. Responsibility 3: Supporting Wilder Fundraising Strategy Highlighting funding opportunities to SWT teams and contributing to funding applications led by other teams. Liaising with SWT Finance team to ensure grants are properly recorded, allocated and spending tracked. Providing additional support to the Fundraising & Marketing Team (F&M) and other SWT teams, as required and agreed with your line manager. We offer some fantastic benefits including: 7% employer pension contribution Life assurance Flexible and agile working Wellbeing support EAP, wellbeing champions Diversity networks through RSWT/TWT Paid volunteer days Continuous Professional Development opportunities 33 days of holiday (25 + bank holidays) + Christmas shutdown Staff social calendar and events The opportunity to make a real and positive difference to nature, communities and the climate Closing date: Tuesday 19th May 2026 N.B. Kindly submit your application at your earliest convenience. Shortlisting will begin upon receipt of applications, and the position may be closed ahead of schedule if we receive sufficient interest. We strongly encourage you to apply as soon as you can to avoid disappointment. 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. No agencies please.
Location: Based in London 3 days in the office/week. Salary range : £37,000-42,000 Contract: Full-time. Permanent Benefits : 22 days leave (and statutory holidays), increasing by 1 day for the first year worked and then by 2 days for each year of service after. Extended paid leave over Christmas / New Year. Generous pension contributions, increasing for each year of service Private health insurance and cycling to work scheme About EJF EJF exists to protect the natural world and defend our fundamental human right to a secure environment. We believe in equity and justice and a need to respect, defend, and empower communities most at risk from habitat loss, biodiversity collapse and global heating. EJF investigates and exposes abuses and supports environmental defenders, Indigenous peoples, communities, and independent journalists on the frontlines of environmental injustice. We work internationally to drive changes to the very architecture of environmental governance, securing permanent solutions to protect our planet. With over 115 staff, including grassroots mobilisers, filmmakers, investigators, and advocates in 16 countries, we campaign to protect our global ocean, climate, wetlands, and forests, as well as environmental defenders. About the role: EJF seeks a dynamic and highly organised individual to join our expanding Environmental Defenders (ED) programme. This is an exciting opportunity to join our team as we scale up support for grassroots leaders who protect our planet and defend interlinked human rights. Working closely with the Global Programme Coordinator, the ED Programme Officer will enable EJF to deliver tailored training on advocacy, investigation, and filmmaking to environmental defenders worldwide. This starts with supporting the coordination of our new Ocean Defenders project alongside EJF s teams in Southeast Asia and West Africa. As an effective multitasker and skilled coordinator, you will lead the operational and logistical elements of our capacity-strengthening programmes. You will build and maintain strong relationships with our partners, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, tailored support. The role requires excellent planning abilities, a strong attention to detail and a passion for helping others. This position offers significant room for growth and learning . The successful candidate will be given opportunities for development such as participating in training projects overseas and growing project management responsibilities. Key responsibilities: Taking instruction and guidance from the Global Programme Coordinator (and in her absence, a named member of the Senior Management Team), the Environmental Defenders Programme Officer will: Plan and organise in-person (and remote) support for environmental defenders leading on scheduling, budgeting, logistics and other administrative elements of the EJF support. Support the implementation of the capacity-strengthening programme, following up with colleagues and partners to ensure continuous progress towards deliverables. Coordinate with environmental defenders (grassroots NGOs and other civil society leaders) maintaining relationships with focal points, collecting feedback, and monitoring support needs. Contribute to the implementation and improvement of the monitoring, evaluation and learning (MEL) processes, to measure the programme s impact, the quality of the support provided and adapt to emerging needs and priorities. Support with creating new and streamlining internal processes developing templates, centralising training materials, and facilitating the sharing of lessons learned across teams. Assist with production of reports to funders and in securing new and additional funding for the programme. Support communications efforts on the Environmental Defenders programme, drafting impactful content for the website, sharing successes with the EJF comms team and identifying other opportunities to improve the programme s visibility. Ensure that digital images from the Programme and from partners are logged in the EJF image library and utilised effectively to drive engagement in the programme. Conduct research and participate in networking opportunities to identify potential organisations and individuals to join and benefit from the Environmental Defenders Programme. Liaise between partners and EJF s finance function to ensure that activities are delivered within budget, delivering value for money. Essential experience and skills : Experience coordinating logistics for international trips, events or complex projects. Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with partners (NGOs or others) from different cultures and across time zones. Experience in managing complex schedules and meeting deadlines. Experience with budget management (planning and reporting) and ensuring cost-effective use of resources. At least two to three years professional work experience in a relevant field (e.g. environmental action, human rights, international development, project management, etc.) Strong research, written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to present information in a clear, compelling way to diverse audiences (in person and online) Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple workstreams. Excellent attention to detail and high reliability. Proactive and solutions-oriented mindset. Ability to adapt to changes in plans and a quick learner. Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work diplomatically and collaboratively with partners from diverse cultures. A deep-rooted commitment to environmental justice and a determination to change the world for good. Desirable experience and skills: Fluency in additional languages: French, Portuguese, Thai, Bahasa or Spanish. Background working with people and organisations in the Global South, and an understanding of decolonial approaches. Experience in designing or implementing training programmes. Experience with advocacy, communications, policy change or filmmaking. Experience in developing templates and standardising practices (e.g. SOPs, M&E, feedback processes, training materials). Experience working within non-profit organisations. We are actively seeking candidates from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and experiences, and we strongly encourage applications from individuals who are underrepresented in the environmental sector. Even if you don t meet every requirement listed, we encourage you to apply. We value potential and dedication, and we are committed to providing development opportunities to help the right candidate grow into the role. To apply: Please send your CV and a brief cover letter (1.5 page maximum) to the email address provided . Please begin the names of both files (CV and cover letter) with your own name or initials (e.g. Alba.Smith_CV or AS_CV). Closing date for applications: Thursday 23rd October 2025 Interviews : Starting 29th October 2025 Candidates must have the legal right to live and work in the UK. EJF is an equal opportunities employer committed to fostering diversity within the workplace. If you have not heard from us within two weeks of the closing date , please assume your application has been unsuccessful.
Oct 07, 2025
Full time
Location: Based in London 3 days in the office/week. Salary range : £37,000-42,000 Contract: Full-time. Permanent Benefits : 22 days leave (and statutory holidays), increasing by 1 day for the first year worked and then by 2 days for each year of service after. Extended paid leave over Christmas / New Year. Generous pension contributions, increasing for each year of service Private health insurance and cycling to work scheme About EJF EJF exists to protect the natural world and defend our fundamental human right to a secure environment. We believe in equity and justice and a need to respect, defend, and empower communities most at risk from habitat loss, biodiversity collapse and global heating. EJF investigates and exposes abuses and supports environmental defenders, Indigenous peoples, communities, and independent journalists on the frontlines of environmental injustice. We work internationally to drive changes to the very architecture of environmental governance, securing permanent solutions to protect our planet. With over 115 staff, including grassroots mobilisers, filmmakers, investigators, and advocates in 16 countries, we campaign to protect our global ocean, climate, wetlands, and forests, as well as environmental defenders. About the role: EJF seeks a dynamic and highly organised individual to join our expanding Environmental Defenders (ED) programme. This is an exciting opportunity to join our team as we scale up support for grassroots leaders who protect our planet and defend interlinked human rights. Working closely with the Global Programme Coordinator, the ED Programme Officer will enable EJF to deliver tailored training on advocacy, investigation, and filmmaking to environmental defenders worldwide. This starts with supporting the coordination of our new Ocean Defenders project alongside EJF s teams in Southeast Asia and West Africa. As an effective multitasker and skilled coordinator, you will lead the operational and logistical elements of our capacity-strengthening programmes. You will build and maintain strong relationships with our partners, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, tailored support. The role requires excellent planning abilities, a strong attention to detail and a passion for helping others. This position offers significant room for growth and learning . The successful candidate will be given opportunities for development such as participating in training projects overseas and growing project management responsibilities. Key responsibilities: Taking instruction and guidance from the Global Programme Coordinator (and in her absence, a named member of the Senior Management Team), the Environmental Defenders Programme Officer will: Plan and organise in-person (and remote) support for environmental defenders leading on scheduling, budgeting, logistics and other administrative elements of the EJF support. Support the implementation of the capacity-strengthening programme, following up with colleagues and partners to ensure continuous progress towards deliverables. Coordinate with environmental defenders (grassroots NGOs and other civil society leaders) maintaining relationships with focal points, collecting feedback, and monitoring support needs. Contribute to the implementation and improvement of the monitoring, evaluation and learning (MEL) processes, to measure the programme s impact, the quality of the support provided and adapt to emerging needs and priorities. Support with creating new and streamlining internal processes developing templates, centralising training materials, and facilitating the sharing of lessons learned across teams. Assist with production of reports to funders and in securing new and additional funding for the programme. Support communications efforts on the Environmental Defenders programme, drafting impactful content for the website, sharing successes with the EJF comms team and identifying other opportunities to improve the programme s visibility. Ensure that digital images from the Programme and from partners are logged in the EJF image library and utilised effectively to drive engagement in the programme. Conduct research and participate in networking opportunities to identify potential organisations and individuals to join and benefit from the Environmental Defenders Programme. Liaise between partners and EJF s finance function to ensure that activities are delivered within budget, delivering value for money. Essential experience and skills : Experience coordinating logistics for international trips, events or complex projects. Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with partners (NGOs or others) from different cultures and across time zones. Experience in managing complex schedules and meeting deadlines. Experience with budget management (planning and reporting) and ensuring cost-effective use of resources. At least two to three years professional work experience in a relevant field (e.g. environmental action, human rights, international development, project management, etc.) Strong research, written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to present information in a clear, compelling way to diverse audiences (in person and online) Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple workstreams. Excellent attention to detail and high reliability. Proactive and solutions-oriented mindset. Ability to adapt to changes in plans and a quick learner. Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work diplomatically and collaboratively with partners from diverse cultures. A deep-rooted commitment to environmental justice and a determination to change the world for good. Desirable experience and skills: Fluency in additional languages: French, Portuguese, Thai, Bahasa or Spanish. Background working with people and organisations in the Global South, and an understanding of decolonial approaches. Experience in designing or implementing training programmes. Experience with advocacy, communications, policy change or filmmaking. Experience in developing templates and standardising practices (e.g. SOPs, M&E, feedback processes, training materials). Experience working within non-profit organisations. We are actively seeking candidates from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and experiences, and we strongly encourage applications from individuals who are underrepresented in the environmental sector. Even if you don t meet every requirement listed, we encourage you to apply. We value potential and dedication, and we are committed to providing development opportunities to help the right candidate grow into the role. To apply: Please send your CV and a brief cover letter (1.5 page maximum) to the email address provided . Please begin the names of both files (CV and cover letter) with your own name or initials (e.g. Alba.Smith_CV or AS_CV). Closing date for applications: Thursday 23rd October 2025 Interviews : Starting 29th October 2025 Candidates must have the legal right to live and work in the UK. EJF is an equal opportunities employer committed to fostering diversity within the workplace. If you have not heard from us within two weeks of the closing date , please assume your application has been unsuccessful.
