Job Title: Chief Operating Officer Reports To: Chief Executive Officer Department/Responsibility for: Director's Group / 3 senior managers (Finance (headcount of 3), HR (headcount of 1), IT (headcount of 5 Location: Remote - UK (expectation of travel / attendance at meetings) Hours: Full-time - 35 hours per week (09.00 - 17.00 Monday to Friday) Purpose of the Role The Chief Operating Officer will play a vital role in supporting the Chief Executive Officer, Board and Leadership Team to deliver Cerebra's vision and ambitious strategic aims. The Chief Operating Officer will provide strategic leadership and operational management across key areas within Cerebra including: Operational Systems Governance Compliance Finance and Growth This is a pivotal executive leadership role, responsible for driving organisational performance, sustainability and growth. The COO will translate Cerebra's strategic ambitions into effective operational delivery, ensuring robust governance, financial stewardship and a high-performing, values-led culture. As a trusted advisor to the CEO and Board, the COO will lead core operational services and commercial activity, enabling the charity to maximise impact and generate sustainable income in support of its charitable objectives. Key Areas of Responsibility Strategic and Executive Leadership Partner with the CEO and Board to deliver strategic priorities, growth and long-term sustainability Collaboration with the Director's Group to ensure strategic alignment across the charity. The Director's Group consists of: Chief Executive Officer Chief Operating Officer Director of Fundraising, Marketing and Communications Director of Research and Support Services Provide expert advice on finance, operations, commercial performance and organisational risk Lead organisational planning, business continuity, and operational resilience Foster a culture of continuous improvement, accountability and inclusion Finance, Commercial and Sustainability Lead financial strategy, planning and performance, ensuring long-term sustainability Oversee budgeting, forecasting, cashflow and financial controls Lead and develop Cerebra's strategy for commercial income, ensuring alignment with charitable objectives Support funding growth through strong financial insight and business case development Ensure robust financial governance, audit and compliance Operations and Infrastructure Lead and strengthen operational functions including HR, IT, governance and administration Ensure effective systems, processes and infrastructure that enable growth, efficiency and impact Oversee procurement, contracts, facilities, and organisational compliance Drive innovation and value for money across operations People and Culture Champion a positive, inclusive and high-performing organisational culture Oversee HR strategy, workforce planning and leadership development Ensure compliance with employment law and best practice Promote wellbeing, engagement and organisational effectiveness Line Management Line management responsibilities for a small team, currently comprising of 3 staff. Be responsible for the day-to-day management of the team. Complete regular supervision and team meetings. Provide effective performance management to the team. Promote a positive and inclusive team culture aligned with Cerebra's values. General Monitor and evaluate the impact the areas of work that leading on. Support collaboration across the different Cerebra teams. Experience using Client Relationship Management (CRM) systems or similar digital tools for recording and tracking work. Uphold Cerebra's Data Protection Policy and all relevant confidentiality and safeguarding policies. Carry out any other reasonable duties in line with the needs of the team and organisation. Person Specification Criteria Essential A professional accounting qualification and a detailed understanding of financial processes and business analysis. Sound understanding of contract processes. Strong financial literacy, including experience of budget management, grant compliance, financial reporting and working with a board finance function. Significant experience in leading teams (Finance/HR/IT) in a complex organisation, ideally within the charity or public sector. Significant experience in a senior operational leadership role, ideally as a COO, Head of Operations or Director of Operations in a charity, social enterprise or purpose-driven organisation. Demonstrable track record of building and improving operational infrastructure: systems, processes, policies and ways of working that make organisations more effective and resilient. Experience managing and ensuring effective cost recovery in a complex and competitive funding environment. Experience managing multiple income streams (e.g. Grants, contracts including statutory funding, donations). Governance experience, including Board reporting and external bodies. Evidence of having added value in operational delivery beyond finance in a complex organisation. Proven ability to lead a team and effectively manage staff and resources from a variety of disciplines including the capacity to lead and manage change effectively, including good consultation and communication. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to translate complex operational information into clear, accessible reports and presentations for senior stakeholders. Experience of leading an organisation through a period of significant change, transition or growth. Willing and able to travel within the UK, with occasional overnight stays. Desirable Experience working within or alongside charities, research institutions, or government bodies. Familiarity with impact measurement and evaluation frameworks. Lived experience of neurodevelopmental conditions - whether as an individual, parent, carer, sibling, or through close community involvement. Application Process: Please submit your CV and cover letter via the email application box below. Closing date: Tuesday 7th July 2026 at 11.59pm First stage interview (Virtual) - 14th and 15th July 2026 Second stage interview (in-person, London location tbc) - 22nd or 23rd July 2026
Jun 18, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Chief Operating Officer Reports To: Chief Executive Officer Department/Responsibility for: Director's Group / 3 senior managers (Finance (headcount of 3), HR (headcount of 1), IT (headcount of 5 Location: Remote - UK (expectation of travel / attendance at meetings) Hours: Full-time - 35 hours per week (09.00 - 17.00 Monday to Friday) Purpose of the Role The Chief Operating Officer will play a vital role in supporting the Chief Executive Officer, Board and Leadership Team to deliver Cerebra's vision and ambitious strategic aims. The Chief Operating Officer will provide strategic leadership and operational management across key areas within Cerebra including: Operational Systems Governance Compliance Finance and Growth This is a pivotal executive leadership role, responsible for driving organisational performance, sustainability and growth. The COO will translate Cerebra's strategic ambitions into effective operational delivery, ensuring robust governance, financial stewardship and a high-performing, values-led culture. As a trusted advisor to the CEO and Board, the COO will lead core operational services and commercial activity, enabling the charity to maximise impact and generate sustainable income in support of its charitable objectives. Key Areas of Responsibility Strategic and Executive Leadership Partner with the CEO and Board to deliver strategic priorities, growth and long-term sustainability Collaboration with the Director's Group to ensure strategic alignment across the charity. The Director's Group consists of: Chief Executive Officer Chief Operating Officer Director of Fundraising, Marketing and Communications Director of Research and Support Services Provide expert advice on finance, operations, commercial performance and organisational risk Lead organisational planning, business continuity, and operational resilience Foster a culture of continuous improvement, accountability and inclusion Finance, Commercial and Sustainability Lead financial strategy, planning and performance, ensuring long-term sustainability Oversee budgeting, forecasting, cashflow and financial controls Lead and develop Cerebra's strategy for commercial income, ensuring alignment with charitable objectives Support funding growth through strong financial insight and business case development Ensure robust financial governance, audit and compliance Operations and Infrastructure Lead and strengthen operational functions including HR, IT, governance and administration Ensure effective systems, processes and infrastructure that enable growth, efficiency and impact Oversee procurement, contracts, facilities, and organisational compliance Drive innovation and value for money across operations People and Culture Champion a positive, inclusive and high-performing organisational culture Oversee HR strategy, workforce planning and leadership development Ensure compliance with employment law and best practice Promote wellbeing, engagement and organisational effectiveness Line Management Line management responsibilities for a small team, currently comprising of 3 staff. Be responsible for the day-to-day management of the team. Complete regular supervision and team meetings. Provide effective performance management to the team. Promote a positive and inclusive team culture aligned with Cerebra's values. General Monitor and evaluate the impact the areas of work that leading on. Support collaboration across the different Cerebra teams. Experience using Client Relationship Management (CRM) systems or similar digital tools for recording and tracking work. Uphold Cerebra's Data Protection Policy and all relevant confidentiality and safeguarding policies. Carry out any other reasonable duties in line with the needs of the team and organisation. Person Specification Criteria Essential A professional accounting qualification and a detailed understanding of financial processes and business analysis. Sound understanding of contract processes. Strong financial literacy, including experience of budget management, grant compliance, financial reporting and working with a board finance function. Significant experience in leading teams (Finance/HR/IT) in a complex organisation, ideally within the charity or public sector. Significant experience in a senior operational leadership role, ideally as a COO, Head of Operations or Director of Operations in a charity, social enterprise or purpose-driven organisation. Demonstrable track record of building and improving operational infrastructure: systems, processes, policies and ways of working that make organisations more effective and resilient. Experience managing and ensuring effective cost recovery in a complex and competitive funding environment. Experience managing multiple income streams (e.g. Grants, contracts including statutory funding, donations). Governance experience, including Board reporting and external bodies. Evidence of having added value in operational delivery beyond finance in a complex organisation. Proven ability to lead a team and effectively manage staff and resources from a variety of disciplines including the capacity to lead and manage change effectively, including good consultation and communication. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to translate complex operational information into clear, accessible reports and presentations for senior stakeholders. Experience of leading an organisation through a period of significant change, transition or growth. Willing and able to travel within the UK, with occasional overnight stays. Desirable Experience working within or alongside charities, research institutions, or government bodies. Familiarity with impact measurement and evaluation frameworks. Lived experience of neurodevelopmental conditions - whether as an individual, parent, carer, sibling, or through close community involvement. Application Process: Please submit your CV and cover letter via the email application box below. Closing date: Tuesday 7th July 2026 at 11.59pm First stage interview (Virtual) - 14th and 15th July 2026 Second stage interview (in-person, London location tbc) - 22nd or 23rd July 2026
We're hiring: Senior Campaigns and Digital Engagement Officer Salary: £34,000 - £37,000 FTE (depending on experience) Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week) or part-time, with flexibility for an exceptional candidate Contract: 12 months fixed-term (with a view to extend subject to funding) Location: London hybrid (with remote-only options for an exceptional candidate) Closing Date: Sunday, 5th July The Work Rights Centre is a progressive, rapidly growing charity dedicated to helping migrants and disadvantaged Britons access employment justice and improve their social mobility. We combine life-changing frontline legal advice with systems change work, and today we are launching a new chapter. About the role We are looking for a Senior Campaigns and Digital Engagement Officer to bridge the gap between our work and the general public. You will be the engine that converts our legal wins and policy change ambitions into a public movement, mobilising our supporters to show up, speak up, and financially support our mission. Key responsibilities include: Campaign development: Lead the creation of digital journeys that take supporters from casual followers to active participants (signing petitions, emailing MPs, and donating). Supporter engagement: Manage and segment our newsletter community, create high-performing content, and launch our first regular monthly giving programme. Digital optimisation: Use data (Mailchimp, Google Analytics) to track ROI, optimize website "Action" pages, and ensure a frictionless, mobile-first donation experience. Strategic growth: Contribute to the wider development of the charity, including our business planning and stakeholder relationships. This role is fixed-term because this is the first time we are developing this work, with support from a restricted, time-limited grant. If by the end of the first year it is clear that the role brings significant value to the charity, we will be looking to secure alternative funding and extend the contract. What we're looking for This is an ideal opportunity for a marketing or communications professional who is creative, strategic, and confident in their ability to grow communities. We are looking for someone with: Experience: At least 3 years in marketing or campaigning, with a proven track record of driving digital actions, building communities, or hit fundraising targets. Tech savvy: Confidence mapping user journeys, segmenting audiences, and using data to iterate digital strategy. Communication: Exceptional copywriting skills with the ability to translate complex policy or legal concepts into compelling, human stories. Mindset: A fundraising growth mindset, a proactive attitude, and a deep commitment to migrant rights and economic justice. Desirable: Lived or learned experience of the issues facing vulnerable migrants, or knowledge of a language other than English. Even if you don't tick every single box, if you share our values and trust your ability to make a positive contribution, we highly encourage you to apply. Why join us? Generous leave: 32 days annual leave (28 days + Birthday Off + 3 days Christmas closure). Great benefits: 5% employer pension contribution, 20 weeks enhanced parental pay, and enhanced sick pay (up to 28 days). Growth & learning: A dedicated professional training budget to help you upskill. How to apply To apply, please download the full job description and send your CV and a cover letter explaining why your experience makes you a great fit and why you want to join our team to by Sunday, 5th July.
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
We're hiring: Senior Campaigns and Digital Engagement Officer Salary: £34,000 - £37,000 FTE (depending on experience) Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week) or part-time, with flexibility for an exceptional candidate Contract: 12 months fixed-term (with a view to extend subject to funding) Location: London hybrid (with remote-only options for an exceptional candidate) Closing Date: Sunday, 5th July The Work Rights Centre is a progressive, rapidly growing charity dedicated to helping migrants and disadvantaged Britons access employment justice and improve their social mobility. We combine life-changing frontline legal advice with systems change work, and today we are launching a new chapter. About the role We are looking for a Senior Campaigns and Digital Engagement Officer to bridge the gap between our work and the general public. You will be the engine that converts our legal wins and policy change ambitions into a public movement, mobilising our supporters to show up, speak up, and financially support our mission. Key responsibilities include: Campaign development: Lead the creation of digital journeys that take supporters from casual followers to active participants (signing petitions, emailing MPs, and donating). Supporter engagement: Manage and segment our newsletter community, create high-performing content, and launch our first regular monthly giving programme. Digital optimisation: Use data (Mailchimp, Google Analytics) to track ROI, optimize website "Action" pages, and ensure a frictionless, mobile-first donation experience. Strategic growth: Contribute to the wider development of the charity, including our business planning and stakeholder relationships. This role is fixed-term because this is the first time we are developing this work, with support from a restricted, time-limited grant. If by the end of the first year it is clear that the role brings significant value to the charity, we will be looking to secure alternative funding and extend the contract. What we're looking for This is an ideal opportunity for a marketing or communications professional who is creative, strategic, and confident in their ability to grow communities. We are looking for someone with: Experience: At least 3 years in marketing or campaigning, with a proven track record of driving digital actions, building communities, or hit fundraising targets. Tech savvy: Confidence mapping user journeys, segmenting audiences, and using data to iterate digital strategy. Communication: Exceptional copywriting skills with the ability to translate complex policy or legal concepts into compelling, human stories. Mindset: A fundraising growth mindset, a proactive attitude, and a deep commitment to migrant rights and economic justice. Desirable: Lived or learned experience of the issues facing vulnerable migrants, or knowledge of a language other than English. Even if you don't tick every single box, if you share our values and trust your ability to make a positive contribution, we highly encourage you to apply. Why join us? Generous leave: 32 days annual leave (28 days + Birthday Off + 3 days Christmas closure). Great benefits: 5% employer pension contribution, 20 weeks enhanced parental pay, and enhanced sick pay (up to 28 days). Growth & learning: A dedicated professional training budget to help you upskill. How to apply To apply, please download the full job description and send your CV and a cover letter explaining why your experience makes you a great fit and why you want to join our team to by Sunday, 5th July.
Senior Officer Digital Optimisation Salary: £38,999 - £43,105 Contract: Permanent contract Reports to: Head of Digital Fundraising, UK for UNHCR Office location: Shoreditch, London EC2A 4EG (Hybrid Working Model) Key relationships: Digital fundraising and Communications Teams, UNHCR Google and CRO teams JOB PURPOSE We are looking for a creative, ambitious, and data-driven individual to join us as Senior Officer Digital Optimisation, specialising in UX/UI to lead on the development and delivery of UK for UNHCR s testing and optimisation strategy to improve conversion rates and user experience online, including our website, donation pages, and various subdomains. The role reports to the Head of Digital Fundraising and manages all donation pages, digital testing and tracking, as well as a range of Google and optimisation products. The primary purpose is to optimise digital performance through A/B testing across our websites and supporting teams to adopt and implement a test-and-learn framework in their digital channels to raise more funds for refugees. An existing A/B testing roadmap has been developed and is ready for your input and ideas. However, testing and optimisation is not limited to fundraising and will aim to improve digital conversion and performance across teams, channels and platforms playing a key part in UNHCR s annual fundraising programme to enable UNHCR to deliver its vision of a world where every person forced to flee can build a better life. You will work very closely with the digital fundraising team and wider Individual Giving team, as well as Communications and Philanthropy/ Corporate Partnership colleagues, our digital agency and international fundraising teams. Passionate about UX/UI and fundraising, you will be a skilled communicator, tech-savvy and an experienced project manager. You will have strong problem-solving skills, a test-and-learn approach and a track record of meeting deadlines and meeting/ exceeding set KPIs. WHO WE ARE AND WHAT WE DO United Kingdom for UNHCR is the United Nations Refugee Agency s national charity partner for the United Kingdom. We generate public awareness of the plight of refugees and raise funds to help protect them through UNHCR s humanitarian operations across the world. Our supporters include UK private individuals, communities, corporate partners, trusts and foundations. The funds we raise help UNHCR work in partnership with displaced communities to deliver emergency relief such as shelter, medical care and life-saving supplies to people fleeing conflict and persecution. We also support education and livelihood opportunities that enable people to rebuild their lives and lead their own solutions over the long term. Nobody chooses to be a refugee, but we can all play a part in their protection, and we want those who work with us to share our values and passion for the cause. Role Responsibilities Develop and lead strategy for conversion rate optimisation, including the management of a testing roadmap to regularly execute A/B and multivariate tests and the use of new and existing technology, e.g. heatmapping to reduce friction rates and continuously improve and optimise conversions. Lead UX/UI across organisation, overseeing and implementing tests and analysis across teams to improve web experience and achieve required KPIs and objectives. Manage Google suite of tools and relevant relationships, ensuring everything is up to date and operating as necessary. Manage all donation pages and fundraising landing pages, building new pages, maintaining existing pages and closing pages; identify areas for improvement and work with relevant stakeholders to test and optimise. Utilise and manage suite of third-party platforms, e.g. Optimizely, Mouseflow, iRaiser, Sleeknote, Typeform to improve user experience and increase donations and conversions. Remain flexible and quickly respond to emergency situations, identifying fundraising opportunities and develop relevant comms and journeys as needed, collaborating with colleagues from across the organisation. Use data and insights to produce regular reports on performance against KPIs; use analytics to identify trends and optimise activities based on user behaviour. Manage and maintain vanity and tracking links across the organisation, utilising Google Tag Manager and UTMs to monitor performance and results. Stay up to date with digital best practices and technology, including sector trends, follow industry policies, including GDPR, PECR regulations, attending training and optimising plans accordingly. Stay up to date with issues affecting displaced communities, campaigns from international, content and reports from the field. Share creative and insights with UK colleagues, global teams, and HQ. Participate in training seminars, workshops, and skill shares where applicable. The above list is not exhaustive, and the post holder may be required to perform duties that are not detailed above. Personal Attributes and Experience Essential Experience Experience of implementing and optimising digital marketing campaigns across channels, including paid and organic social, search and display; preferably within the charity sector. Experience of developing and delivering strategies for conversion rate optimisation and user experience/user interface. Experience of using digital channels for lead acquisition and conversion to grow income. Experience of measuring, evaluating and reporting on digital activity and performance across multiple channels and digital campaigns, paid and organic. Experience of working with external agencies and suppliers. Essential Skills/Knowledge Experience of using Google Analytics or other web behavioural analytics tools. Experience with experimentation tools like Optimisely or similar. Strong project management and stakeholder management experience. Excellent written communication skills: able to produce compelling, persuasive, and concise copy for a range of specific target audiences. Attention to detail and proofreading skills and an ability to give clear and constructive feedback on creative and copy. Proven proficiency with design principles and tools (Canva/Adobe suite). Able to demonstrate flexibility and do what it takes to get the job done. Understanding of HTML and other coding languages. Able to juggle and prioritise multiple tasks and meeting programme deadlines. Strong presentation, communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills. Excellent stakeholder and relationship management. An understanding of GDPR, PECR and other regulatory compliance for fundraising and electronic communication. Desirable Skills/Experience An understanding of digital fundraising practices and principles Experience with Google Tag Manager or other tag management platform is a plus, but not a requirement Experience of working across a broad channel mix (social, web, email, SEO, SEM and other Direct Marketing channels would be advantageous). Knowledge or experience working with Salesforce (or similar CRM platform). Knowledge or experience working with Wordpress and iRaiser (or similar CMS / ecommerce platforms). Experience of, or a passionate interest in the charity sector, and the drive to further their fundraising knowledge. DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION AND BELONGING We strongly value diversity and recognise that it is critical to our success and the cause that we serve. We are committed to providing an inclusive environment for all who work with us and strongly welcome applications from diverse backgrounds, particularly those with lived experience of being a refugee, asylum seeker, internally displaced person, or a stateless person. UK for UNHCR is proud to have Diversity & Inclusion Working Group. The Diversity & Inclusion Working Group is a group of colleagues focusing on tasks that drive action in the implementation of our D&I Approach. The group also works to create safe spaces that brings colleagues together for events, discussions and learning experiences that celebrate and support diversity and tackle barriers to inclusion. We are also open to flexibility in many ways, including flexible hours. Please don t be afraid to speak to us about this during initial conversations, so we can explore what s possible. WHY JOIN UNITED KINGDOM FOR UNHCR? You will be part of a high-performing agile team of talented people; all committed to build solidarity and raise funds for refugees and displaced people worldwide. You will be working in a flexible, supportive, and inclusive environment, where your work will be recognised and appraised. What else? Wellbeing 28 days annual leave per annum plus 8 bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time working). WeCare Employee Assistance programme providing 24/7 access to online GP, mental health support, get fit programmes, virtual wellbeing support and much more. Hybrid home-working model with dedicated Team Days in the office. Toothfairy dental app. Access to 100s of perks with discounts on everyday purchases. Office wellness perks. Staff socials. Financial Pension scheme with an employer contribution of 8%. . click apply for full job details
Oct 01, 2025
Full time
Senior Officer Digital Optimisation Salary: £38,999 - £43,105 Contract: Permanent contract Reports to: Head of Digital Fundraising, UK for UNHCR Office location: Shoreditch, London EC2A 4EG (Hybrid Working Model) Key relationships: Digital fundraising and Communications Teams, UNHCR Google and CRO teams JOB PURPOSE We are looking for a creative, ambitious, and data-driven individual to join us as Senior Officer Digital Optimisation, specialising in UX/UI to lead on the development and delivery of UK for UNHCR s testing and optimisation strategy to improve conversion rates and user experience online, including our website, donation pages, and various subdomains. The role reports to the Head of Digital Fundraising and manages all donation pages, digital testing and tracking, as well as a range of Google and optimisation products. The primary purpose is to optimise digital performance through A/B testing across our websites and supporting teams to adopt and implement a test-and-learn framework in their digital channels to raise more funds for refugees. An existing A/B testing roadmap has been developed and is ready for your input and ideas. However, testing and optimisation is not limited to fundraising and will aim to improve digital conversion and performance across teams, channels and platforms playing a key part in UNHCR s annual fundraising programme to enable UNHCR to deliver its vision of a world where every person forced to flee can build a better life. You will work very closely with the digital fundraising team and wider Individual Giving team, as well as Communications and Philanthropy/ Corporate Partnership colleagues, our digital agency and international fundraising teams. Passionate about UX/UI and fundraising, you will be a skilled communicator, tech-savvy and an experienced project manager. You will have strong problem-solving skills, a test-and-learn approach and a track record of meeting deadlines and meeting/ exceeding set KPIs. WHO WE ARE AND WHAT WE DO United Kingdom for UNHCR is the United Nations Refugee Agency s national charity partner for the United Kingdom. We generate public awareness of the plight of refugees and raise funds to help protect them through UNHCR s humanitarian operations across the world. Our supporters include UK private individuals, communities, corporate partners, trusts and foundations. The funds we raise help UNHCR work in partnership with displaced communities to deliver emergency relief such as shelter, medical care and life-saving supplies to people fleeing conflict and persecution. We also support education and livelihood opportunities that enable people to rebuild their lives and lead their own solutions over the long term. Nobody chooses to be a refugee, but we can all play a part in their protection, and we want those who work with us to share our values and passion for the cause. Role Responsibilities Develop and lead strategy for conversion rate optimisation, including the management of a testing roadmap to regularly execute A/B and multivariate tests and the use of new and existing technology, e.g. heatmapping to reduce friction rates and continuously improve and optimise conversions. Lead UX/UI across organisation, overseeing and implementing tests and analysis across teams to improve web experience and achieve required KPIs and objectives. Manage Google suite of tools and relevant relationships, ensuring everything is up to date and operating as necessary. Manage all donation pages and fundraising landing pages, building new pages, maintaining existing pages and closing pages; identify areas for improvement and work with relevant stakeholders to test and optimise. Utilise and manage suite of third-party platforms, e.g. Optimizely, Mouseflow, iRaiser, Sleeknote, Typeform to improve user experience and increase donations and conversions. Remain flexible and quickly respond to emergency situations, identifying fundraising opportunities and develop relevant comms and journeys as needed, collaborating with colleagues from across the organisation. Use data and insights to produce regular reports on performance against KPIs; use analytics to identify trends and optimise activities based on user behaviour. Manage and maintain vanity and tracking links across the organisation, utilising Google Tag Manager and UTMs to monitor performance and results. Stay up to date with digital best practices and technology, including sector trends, follow industry policies, including GDPR, PECR regulations, attending training and optimising plans accordingly. Stay up to date with issues affecting displaced communities, campaigns from international, content and reports from the field. Share creative and insights with UK colleagues, global teams, and HQ. Participate in training seminars, workshops, and skill shares where applicable. The above list is not exhaustive, and the post holder may be required to perform duties that are not detailed above. Personal Attributes and Experience Essential Experience Experience of implementing and optimising digital marketing campaigns across channels, including paid and organic social, search and display; preferably within the charity sector. Experience of developing and delivering strategies for conversion rate optimisation and user experience/user interface. Experience of using digital channels for lead acquisition and conversion to grow income. Experience of measuring, evaluating and reporting on digital activity and performance across multiple channels and digital campaigns, paid and organic. Experience of working with external agencies and suppliers. Essential Skills/Knowledge Experience of using Google Analytics or other web behavioural analytics tools. Experience with experimentation tools like Optimisely or similar. Strong project management and stakeholder management experience. Excellent written communication skills: able to produce compelling, persuasive, and concise copy for a range of specific target audiences. Attention to detail and proofreading skills and an ability to give clear and constructive feedback on creative and copy. Proven proficiency with design principles and tools (Canva/Adobe suite). Able to demonstrate flexibility and do what it takes to get the job done. Understanding of HTML and other coding languages. Able to juggle and prioritise multiple tasks and meeting programme deadlines. Strong presentation, communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills. Excellent stakeholder and relationship management. An understanding of GDPR, PECR and other regulatory compliance for fundraising and electronic communication. Desirable Skills/Experience An understanding of digital fundraising practices and principles Experience with Google Tag Manager or other tag management platform is a plus, but not a requirement Experience of working across a broad channel mix (social, web, email, SEO, SEM and other Direct Marketing channels would be advantageous). Knowledge or experience working with Salesforce (or similar CRM platform). Knowledge or experience working with Wordpress and iRaiser (or similar CMS / ecommerce platforms). Experience of, or a passionate interest in the charity sector, and the drive to further their fundraising knowledge. DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION AND BELONGING We strongly value diversity and recognise that it is critical to our success and the cause that we serve. We are committed to providing an inclusive environment for all who work with us and strongly welcome applications from diverse backgrounds, particularly those with lived experience of being a refugee, asylum seeker, internally displaced person, or a stateless person. UK for UNHCR is proud to have Diversity & Inclusion Working Group. The Diversity & Inclusion Working Group is a group of colleagues focusing on tasks that drive action in the implementation of our D&I Approach. The group also works to create safe spaces that brings colleagues together for events, discussions and learning experiences that celebrate and support diversity and tackle barriers to inclusion. We are also open to flexibility in many ways, including flexible hours. Please don t be afraid to speak to us about this during initial conversations, so we can explore what s possible. WHY JOIN UNITED KINGDOM FOR UNHCR? You will be part of a high-performing agile team of talented people; all committed to build solidarity and raise funds for refugees and displaced people worldwide. You will be working in a flexible, supportive, and inclusive environment, where your work will be recognised and appraised. What else? Wellbeing 28 days annual leave per annum plus 8 bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time working). WeCare Employee Assistance programme providing 24/7 access to online GP, mental health support, get fit programmes, virtual wellbeing support and much more. Hybrid home-working model with dedicated Team Days in the office. Toothfairy dental app. Access to 100s of perks with discounts on everyday purchases. Office wellness perks. Staff socials. Financial Pension scheme with an employer contribution of 8%. . click apply for full job details
Position: Senior Officer Direct Marketing Contract type: Fixed-term contract until October 2026 Salary: £ 36 448 per annum (FTE) Hours: Full time (35 hours) or Part time Reports to: Head of Offline Location: Mark Square, London EC2A 4EG (hybrid working) Key relationships: Offline and Digital team colleagues; Finance Director and Finance team; Data team; International Individual Giving colleagues, External agencies and suppliers; Supporters. JOB PURPOSE UK for UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency's national charity partner, is looking for an ambitious and proactive team player who can join us as a Senior Officer, Direct Marketing, within the Individual Giving Team. In this exciting role, you will be responsible for some of our key donor development activities: you will be a confident communicator and experienced project manager, with a strong knowledge of donor development key touchpoints and best practice, as well as a tracked record of managing telemarketing and Direct Mail campaigns You will be joining a small but high performing team with big ambitions, and you will be playing a vital role in raising funds for UNCHR. If you think you have the relevant skills and crucially, the passion to support the refugee cause, please apply, we d love to hear from you. WHO WE ARE AND WHAT WE DO United Kingdom for UNHCR is the United Nations Refugee Agency s national charity partner for the United Kingdom. We generate public awareness of the plight of refugees and raise funds to help protect them through UNHCR s humanitarian operations across the world. Our supporters include UK private individuals, communities, corporate partners, trusts and foundations. The funds we raise help UNHCR deliver emergency relief such as shelter, medical care and basic supplies to people fleeing conflict and persecution, as well as healthcare, education and livelihoods opportunities for those who remain displaced over the long term. Nobody chooses to be a refugee, but we can all play a part in their protection, and we want those who work with us to share our values and passion for the cause. DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION AND BELONGING We strongly value diversity and recognise that it is critical to our success and the cause that we serve. We are committed to providing an inclusive environment for all who work with us and strongly welcome applications from diverse backgrounds, particularly those with lived experience of being a refugee, asylum seeker, internally displaced person, or a stateless person. UK for UNHCR is proud to have a Diversity & Inclusion Working Group that supports the delivery of the charity s goals for diversity, equity and inclusion, and brings colleagues together for events, discussions and learning experiences that celebrate and support diversity and tackle barriers to inclusion. We are also open to flexibility in many different ways, including the element of working from home and flexible hours. UK for UNHCR operates a hybrid working policy, with staff working in the office 1-2 days a week and the remainder from home. Please don t be afraid to speak to us about this at the interview stage, so we can explore what s possible. ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES Lead on the overall donor development offline programme for both cash and committed donors, ensuring a strong onboarding and onward journey is in place, and that key touchpoints are leveraged to deepen engagement and increase donors Lifetime Value. Work with digital fundraising colleagues to create integrated, multichannel campaigns and an effective, donor-first giving journey. Provide colleagues with strategic guidance, and technical support if required, to deliver warm appeals via Direct Mail that meet six-figures campaign targets. Manage our Telemarketing programme, to successfully launch and deliver activities such as conversion, upgrade, reactivation, and welcome calling. Ensure an insight-led thanking programme is in place, with key moments identified throughout the year to acknowledge support and communicate impact. Work with key stakeholders across digital and offline teams to ensure we maintain a strong retention rate whilst growing our Regular Giving file. Remain flexible and rapidly respond to emergency situations. Work with our Data team to identify the best approach to data and segmentation for each project. Manage production processes, developing supplier briefs and managing approval stages and end of campaign reviews. Work with our suppliers to ensure campaign fulfilment is in place and collaborate with our Supporter Care function to monitor responses and identify issues/opportunities. Ensure cost effective fundraising, manage individual campaign budgets and identify opportunities to improve ROIs. Stay up to date with issues affecting displaced & refugee communities, campaigns from international teams and reports from the field. Scope new fundraising themes. Share creative and insights with UK colleagues, global markets and HQ, participating in training seminars, workshops and international skill shares where applicable. The above list is not exhaustive, and the post holder may be required to perform duties that are not detailed above. PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES AND EXPERIENCE Essential Experience Experience of working in a fundraising environment, ideally in a medium-to-big-size charity. Experience in managing onboarding and ongoing donor development activities. Experience of scoping, briefing in, managing, and delivering integrated fundraising campaigns that delivered against budget. Experience of managing Telemarketing campaigns with a tracked record of successes Strong experience in delivering and managing all aspects of successful Direct Mail campaigns. Understanding of digital fundraising best practice and how digital channels can integrate and support offline activities to increase donors Lifetime Value Experience of working with suppliers, including campaign planning and briefing. Experience of data file development (in collaboration with Data teams) Essential Skills/Knowledge Ability to work independently and proactively identify new fundraising opportunities. Ability to multi-task and to work under strict deadlines. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to give constructive and coherent feedback. Sound knowledge of key retention and donor development activities. Up-to-date knowledge of direct marketing, best practice, trends and compliance. Strong numeracy skills with the ability to analyse results and identify trends. Ability to recognise, understand and manage your own emotions and the emotions of others. Excellent stakeholder and relationship management. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Desirable Skills/Experience Experience in delivering fundraising activities in response to emergencies. WHY JOIN UNITED KINGDOM FOR UNHCR? You will be part of a high performing agile team of talented people; all committed to build solidarity and raise funds for refugees and displaced people worldwide. You will be working in a flexible, supportive, and inclusive environment, where your work will be recognised and appraised. What else? Wellbeing 28 days leave per annum plus bank holidays (or pro-rata equivalent). Employee Assistance programme providing 24/7 access to online GP, mental health support and virtual wellbeing. Access to 100s of perks with discounts on everyday purchases. Office wellness perks. Discount on gym memberships. Hybrid and Flexible Working. Staff socials. Financial Pension scheme with an employer contribution of 8%. Non-contributory group life assurance scheme Non-contributory Income protection scheme. One-off contribution towards homeworking set up. Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental, and adoption pay. Enhanced sick pay scheme. Development Comprehensive training and continuing development opportunities. Individual training budget. HOW TO APPLY If you have the relevant skills and the passion to use them to support refugees, please apply by completing our application form which is available in the documents section. Please note that there is no set application deadline as we are reviewing applications on a rolling basis. We therefore recommend to submit your application as soon as possible. If you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the application or hiring process that may better facilitate your participation, please don't hesitate to contact us and we will make every effort to respond to your request for assistance as soon as possible. United Kingdom for the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) is registered with the Charity Commission (England & Wales), charity no It is the UK national partner of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), the UN Refugee Agency.
Sep 26, 2025
Full time
Position: Senior Officer Direct Marketing Contract type: Fixed-term contract until October 2026 Salary: £ 36 448 per annum (FTE) Hours: Full time (35 hours) or Part time Reports to: Head of Offline Location: Mark Square, London EC2A 4EG (hybrid working) Key relationships: Offline and Digital team colleagues; Finance Director and Finance team; Data team; International Individual Giving colleagues, External agencies and suppliers; Supporters. JOB PURPOSE UK for UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency's national charity partner, is looking for an ambitious and proactive team player who can join us as a Senior Officer, Direct Marketing, within the Individual Giving Team. In this exciting role, you will be responsible for some of our key donor development activities: you will be a confident communicator and experienced project manager, with a strong knowledge of donor development key touchpoints and best practice, as well as a tracked record of managing telemarketing and Direct Mail campaigns You will be joining a small but high performing team with big ambitions, and you will be playing a vital role in raising funds for UNCHR. If you think you have the relevant skills and crucially, the passion to support the refugee cause, please apply, we d love to hear from you. WHO WE ARE AND WHAT WE DO United Kingdom for UNHCR is the United Nations Refugee Agency s national charity partner for the United Kingdom. We generate public awareness of the plight of refugees and raise funds to help protect them through UNHCR s humanitarian operations across the world. Our supporters include UK private individuals, communities, corporate partners, trusts and foundations. The funds we raise help UNHCR deliver emergency relief such as shelter, medical care and basic supplies to people fleeing conflict and persecution, as well as healthcare, education and livelihoods opportunities for those who remain displaced over the long term. Nobody chooses to be a refugee, but we can all play a part in their protection, and we want those who work with us to share our values and passion for the cause. DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION AND BELONGING We strongly value diversity and recognise that it is critical to our success and the cause that we serve. We are committed to providing an inclusive environment for all who work with us and strongly welcome applications from diverse backgrounds, particularly those with lived experience of being a refugee, asylum seeker, internally displaced person, or a stateless person. UK for UNHCR is proud to have a Diversity & Inclusion Working Group that supports the delivery of the charity s goals for diversity, equity and inclusion, and brings colleagues together for events, discussions and learning experiences that celebrate and support diversity and tackle barriers to inclusion. We are also open to flexibility in many different ways, including the element of working from home and flexible hours. UK for UNHCR operates a hybrid working policy, with staff working in the office 1-2 days a week and the remainder from home. Please don t be afraid to speak to us about this at the interview stage, so we can explore what s possible. ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES Lead on the overall donor development offline programme for both cash and committed donors, ensuring a strong onboarding and onward journey is in place, and that key touchpoints are leveraged to deepen engagement and increase donors Lifetime Value. Work with digital fundraising colleagues to create integrated, multichannel campaigns and an effective, donor-first giving journey. Provide colleagues with strategic guidance, and technical support if required, to deliver warm appeals via Direct Mail that meet six-figures campaign targets. Manage our Telemarketing programme, to successfully launch and deliver activities such as conversion, upgrade, reactivation, and welcome calling. Ensure an insight-led thanking programme is in place, with key moments identified throughout the year to acknowledge support and communicate impact. Work with key stakeholders across digital and offline teams to ensure we maintain a strong retention rate whilst growing our Regular Giving file. Remain flexible and rapidly respond to emergency situations. Work with our Data team to identify the best approach to data and segmentation for each project. Manage production processes, developing supplier briefs and managing approval stages and end of campaign reviews. Work with our suppliers to ensure campaign fulfilment is in place and collaborate with our Supporter Care function to monitor responses and identify issues/opportunities. Ensure cost effective fundraising, manage individual campaign budgets and identify opportunities to improve ROIs. Stay up to date with issues affecting displaced & refugee communities, campaigns from international teams and reports from the field. Scope new fundraising themes. Share creative and insights with UK colleagues, global markets and HQ, participating in training seminars, workshops and international skill shares where applicable. The above list is not exhaustive, and the post holder may be required to perform duties that are not detailed above. PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES AND EXPERIENCE Essential Experience Experience of working in a fundraising environment, ideally in a medium-to-big-size charity. Experience in managing onboarding and ongoing donor development activities. Experience of scoping, briefing in, managing, and delivering integrated fundraising campaigns that delivered against budget. Experience of managing Telemarketing campaigns with a tracked record of successes Strong experience in delivering and managing all aspects of successful Direct Mail campaigns. Understanding of digital fundraising best practice and how digital channels can integrate and support offline activities to increase donors Lifetime Value Experience of working with suppliers, including campaign planning and briefing. Experience of data file development (in collaboration with Data teams) Essential Skills/Knowledge Ability to work independently and proactively identify new fundraising opportunities. Ability to multi-task and to work under strict deadlines. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to give constructive and coherent feedback. Sound knowledge of key retention and donor development activities. Up-to-date knowledge of direct marketing, best practice, trends and compliance. Strong numeracy skills with the ability to analyse results and identify trends. Ability to recognise, understand and manage your own emotions and the emotions of others. Excellent stakeholder and relationship management. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Desirable Skills/Experience Experience in delivering fundraising activities in response to emergencies. WHY JOIN UNITED KINGDOM FOR UNHCR? You will be part of a high performing agile team of talented people; all committed to build solidarity and raise funds for refugees and displaced people worldwide. You will be working in a flexible, supportive, and inclusive environment, where your work will be recognised and appraised. What else? Wellbeing 28 days leave per annum plus bank holidays (or pro-rata equivalent). Employee Assistance programme providing 24/7 access to online GP, mental health support and virtual wellbeing. Access to 100s of perks with discounts on everyday purchases. Office wellness perks. Discount on gym memberships. Hybrid and Flexible Working. Staff socials. Financial Pension scheme with an employer contribution of 8%. Non-contributory group life assurance scheme Non-contributory Income protection scheme. One-off contribution towards homeworking set up. Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental, and adoption pay. Enhanced sick pay scheme. Development Comprehensive training and continuing development opportunities. Individual training budget. HOW TO APPLY If you have the relevant skills and the passion to use them to support refugees, please apply by completing our application form which is available in the documents section. Please note that there is no set application deadline as we are reviewing applications on a rolling basis. We therefore recommend to submit your application as soon as possible. If you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the application or hiring process that may better facilitate your participation, please don't hesitate to contact us and we will make every effort to respond to your request for assistance as soon as possible. United Kingdom for the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) is registered with the Charity Commission (England & Wales), charity no It is the UK national partner of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), the UN Refugee Agency.
