Facilities and IT Support Officer

Permanent

Full-time

Job ID:

116522

Published date:

14-09-2026

Summary

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JOB DESCRIPTION: FACILITIES & IT SUPPORT OFFICER

ROLE PURPOSE You will provide an office facilities management service.

ABOUT US

Why the role is important to us The Medical Research Foundation’s mission is to drive the life-changing advances of tomorrow, by laying the foundations for ground-breaking new discoveries today. We know that many health conditions are overlooked and underfunded, that new health threats will continue to arise, and that there will always be a need for high- quality, high impact medical research. But to continue funding life-changing research, long into the future, we need to ensure that our office operates efficiently and effectively and our team are supported with a first-class operations function.

What you will do You will provide an office facilities and IT support service, by:

Facilities

 Liaising with the building management company for day-to-day building matters, reporting faults and service issues, ensuring these are satisfactorily resolved or escalated for managerial input; arranging the activation and deactivation of secure access fobs for staff; promptly reporting any health and safety issues for resolution by building management.

 Maintaining the office, including liaising with external service providers to ensure the effective servicing, maintenance and repair of office facilities, fixtures and equipment including plumbing, the filtered/boiling water tap system, cleaning and waste management services, H&S equipment and supplies including fire prevention/detection/fighting equipment, and other service contracts.

 Coordinating the day-to-day administration of the office ensuring an efficient, cost-effective, safe and pleasant working environment for staff and guests through the provision of daily office services and maintenance, secure access management, meeting room management, and provision of workstations; troubleshooting facilities issues as they arise, escalating as necessary.

 Supporting the Health and Safety Officer (HSO) in discharging their responsibilities by monitoring the office environment for potential health and safety hazards, such as spillages, trailing cables, damaged fixtures or equipment, and other conditions that could cause injury or harm, taking appropriate remedial action where possible and promptly reporting or escalating ussies requiring further attention; carrying out health and safety inductions for new starters where the HSO is not available.

 Act as a Display Screen Equipment (DSE) Assessor conducting DSE assessments for office and remote working locations, identifying and addressing workstation-related risks, recommending appropriate adjustments and equipment, maintaining assessment records, monitoring completion of required assessments, and ensuring identified actions are implemented in accordance with organisational health and safety requirements.

 Serving as part of the charity’s fire marshal and first aider team, participating in the rota system to ensure adequate cover is in place during office opening hours.

 Supporting the implementation of policies and practices which put environmental sustainability at the forefront of our business operations and our office.

 Identify and deliver business-wide operational efficiencies and improvements by refining existing, and supporting the establishment of new, business policies and processed and utilising new technologies.

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 Ensuring a first-class customer service experience for those who contact the charity by telephone, email or website.

 Supporting office design planning and reconfigurations, ensuring the office meets the needs of the charity.

IT support  Acting as the primary contact for staff and visitors with IT-related matters, resolving common IT

issues where possible; coordinating, monitoring and escalating issues which have been referred to the IT Helpdesk.

 Acting as the primary contact with the IT service provider including attending regular meetings with the IT Service Business Partner; liaising with the provider to resolve problems with office equipment or software (e.g. video conferencing services); working with the provider to develop bespoke processes where these cannot be accommodated through existing systems; supporting organisation-wide rollouts of IT hardware and software.

 Championing cyber security best practice across the organisation, promoting staff awareness and engagement through training, learning opportunities and initiatives including those provided by the IT service provider; identifying and implementing opportunities to strengthen cyber security practice.

 Ensuring all IT equipment (including peripherals) provided to staff, and held in reserve, is recorded and accounted for.

 Delivering training and developing training guides on IT equipment and software.  Starters and leavers: setting up new starters by liaising with the IT Service Provider to provide laptops

and accounts; setting up the laptops including installing fonts, logos, default autosignatures etc; setting up users on distribution lists (i.e. email and chat services); inducting new staff on the use of IT equipment and software; arranging the closure of accounts of leavers, managing the retrieval of IT equipment.

In addition, you will also

 Undertake various projects as required.  carry out any other reasonable duties.  identify opportunities to continually improve our work.

Who you will work with You will be line managed by our Facilities and Operations Manager.

ABOUT YOU

Who you are You are inspired to help us to deliver our vision of a world where medical research improves health for everyone. We believe that our vision is so important that we need the very best people to help us achieve it. Our team is proud to work for the Medical Research Foundation. We are ambitious for the Medical Research Foundation and for ourselves. We are approachable - providing advice to everyone and explaining our work. We are dedicated and committed to achieving the most for our donors and our researchers. And we are involved – constantly looking for new ways to engage and improve. We love our work and we will be looking for this in you too.

What you will bring to the role

You will have experience of:  providing facilities management or IT support.

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 ensuring office health and safety requirements are fulfilled.

You will be able to:  find solutions to problems and take responsibility for ensuring these are resolved.  able to build and maintain effective working relationships with suppliers and other key stakeholders.  negotiate and manage relationships with external providers such as trades people and cleaners.  demonstrate a good level of general IT skills including basic ‘backend’ IT administration (e.g. Printer

setup, user account settings etc), and the ability to assist others with resolving common issues.  confidently work with the Microsoft 365 package (specifically excellent M/S Word, and good M/S Excel,

M/S Teams, M/S SharePoint).  able to bring a sense of ownership to ensuring the office is well maintained and an enjoyable work

environment for our staff and guests.  collate and assess information to support activities such as procurement etc.  communicate clearly in writing and verbally with colleagues and other stakeholders.  work in an organised and methodical manner with good attention to detail.  work under pressure and meet deadlines.  multi-task and prioritise your work, respond flexibly to work priorities and requests.  work confidently in a team and be self-motivated to work alone.  provide excellent customer service.

Qualifications

 Workplace First Aid, Fire Safety, DSE Assessor certificates (or a willingness to undertake the training within the first three months)

Personal attributes

You will be:

 Ambitious - for the organisation, yourself and for human health  Approachable - ready to engage, talk and explain to anyone  Dedicated - willing to go the extra mile  Involved - constantly looking for ways to engage and improve

Attractive extras

 IOSH (Managing Safely) qualification

JOB DESCRIPTION: FACILITIES & IT SUPPORT OFFICER

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Trusts and Foundations Manager

Permanent

Full-time

Job ID:

116390

Published date:

11-09-2026

Summary

Trusts and Grants Manager

Little Flowers Club

Salary: £35,000-£42,000 pro rata for 2/3 days per week
Location: Remote
Reporting to: CEO/ Founder

Every child deserves to feel safe, valued and capable of growth, whatever their starting point. That's the belief Little Flowers Club was built on.

We're a not-for-profit providing trauma-informed support for children and young people with SEN and complex, overlapping needs, through our Alternative Provision service in schools and settings across Gloucestershire, and our Stay & Play holiday clubs, giving SEN children a safe, sensory-friendly space during school closures.

Now we’re looking for a Trusts and Grants Manager to secure the funding that makes this work possible.

The role

This is a brand-new, standalone fundraising role, and a genuinely flexible one. You'll own the trusts, foundations and statutory funding pipeline from end to end: spotting the right opportunities, writing applications that land, and keeping funders close so they come back again.

You'll work directly with our CEO to shape an income strategy built on trusts, grants and statutory funds, with real scope to make your mark from day one.

It's an ideal fit if you're an experienced freelance or part-time fundraiser looking for a role with genuine autonomy and immediate impact.

What you'll do

Build and manage a trusts and grants pipeline, keeping applications and reports on track
Research funders that align with our services and strategic goals
Assess eligibility and funding guidelines to prioritise the strongest opportunities
Write compelling applications, proposals and reports that bring our impact to life
Keep clean records of applications, outcomes and reporting deadlines
Track funding performance against targets, flagging gaps early
Steward funder relationships to build long-term, repeat support
Work with the team to pull together impact data, case studies and programme detail for bids

What you'll bring

A proven track record of winning five- and six-figure grants from trusts, foundations and/or statutory funders
Strong bid writing and reporting skills
The organisation to manage multiple deadlines independently
Confident written and verbal communication
Relationship-building skills that put funders at ease
A good head for budgets and project finances
Comfort with Microsoft Office and fundraising CRMs
The self-motivation to work independently in a small team

Nice to have: experience fundraising for SEN, youth or community services; CRM implementation experience; knowledge of Gloucestershire's funding landscape.

How to apply

Charity People is managing this recruitment for Little Flowers Club. Send your CV and a cover letter setting out why you're right for the role to Philippa Randle.

Closing date: midday, Thursday 1 October

Interviews: online, week commencing 5 October

We can't wait to hear from you.

Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.

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Interim Head of Communications and Marketing

Permanent

Full-time

Job ID:

116324

Published date:

04-09-2026

Summary

Charity People is delighted to be working with Florence Nightingale Foundation to recruit for an interim Head of Communications and Marketing to join their talented and passionate team.

Working across the UK and globally, Florence Nightingale Foundation is dedicated to supporting nurses and midwives to improve care and save lives.

Through innovative leadership development programmes, scholarships, research, and professional networks, the organisation empowers nursing and midwifery professionals at every stage of their careers to lead, influence healthcare policy, and drive positive change across health and care systems.

Inspired by Florence Nightingale's legacy, the organisation champions excellence, inclusion, and compassionate leadership to improve patient outcomes and strengthen the future of healthcare.

Interim Head of Communications and Marketing

Contract: Interim seven month contract, working on a full time basis

Salary: £52,840 per annum

Location: Hybrid role working between home and Florence Nightingale Foundation’s Head Office in London Bridge at least two days per week

Closing date for applications: 9am on Friday 25^th September

Interviews: week commencing 5^th October

As interim Head of Communications and Marketing you will be hands-on and delivery focused and will play a key role in strengthening the Foundation’s profile, reach and influence during a critical period for the organisation.

You’ll line manage a Communications and Marketing Officer and work as part of a small team to ensure that communications and marketing activity supports the organisation’s programmes, membership, fundraising, policy and stakeholder engagement objectives.

Core responsibilities within the role will include:

Lead and manage a clear communications channels strategy ensuring that all audiences are defined and that channels are maximised for the optimal outcome.
Increase reach by identifying and targeting new and existing audiences and growing brand awareness, strength and perception
Oversight and responsibility for all FNF official social media channels and content management, including supporting the Communications & Marketing Officer with posting and content creation
Lead on managing and maintaining FNF’s website, ensuring it is up-to-date, user-friendly, and aligned with branding and messaging guidelines
Develop and oversee multi-channel digital marketing and stakeholder engagement campaigns and projects, working closely with colleagues across the organisation
Oversee the writing and delivery of promotional materials and publications including newsletters to key stakeholders, as well as impact and annual reports
Lead on media opportunities and relationship management with the press, proactively seeking new PR opportunities and preparing and disseminating press releases
Oversee a continuous record of Florence Nightingale Foundation media and social media activity
Ensure consistency across FNF brand and all communications; helping to cement the Foundation as the ‘go to’ organisation for the nursing and midwifery professions
Support fundraising team by leading on key donor stakeholder communications
Monitor the external environment to develop a good understanding of the political landscape, emerging trends in health and social care and the ambitions of other nursing and midwifery charities
Coordinate and attend relevant external sector events to support marketing activity, raise the profile of the Florence Nightingale Foundation, and identify opportunities for stakeholder engagement and content generation
Work with the Head of People and Operations to lead internal communications support and messaging
Ownership of the marketing and communications budget, including inputting into setting the annual budget and quarterly re-forecasts, and tracking monthly expenditure
Offer advice and guidance to the wider team on communications and marketing, encouraging content gathering and building storytelling skills

We’d love to hear from individuals with the following skills and experience:

Previous communications and marketing experience with responsibility for leading strategy and content planning and delivery
Experience of, or demonstrable evidence of the capacity to, manage a small team
Demonstrable experience of using digital channels, analytics and audience insight to plan, deliver and improve communications and marketing activity
Experience using email, web content, CMS, CRM tools and creative software to produce engaging multimedia and visual content
Copywriting and editing skills, desirably within communications or marketing in a charity, health or an educational context
Experience of applying and advising on brand identity
Excellent communication skills, able to develop engaging stories using a range of communications channels
Highly organised with ability to prioritise effectively and complete work on time.
Sound judgement and confidence in advising senior leaders on communications, reputation, media handling and stakeholder engagement

If you have the following skills and experience we’d love to hear from you! Please reach out to Alice Wood at Charity People today with a copy of your CV to get the process started. If your experience matches what we’re looking for, we’ll be in touch to arrange a phone call.

Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.

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Fractional Head of Philanthropy

Permanent

Part-time

Job ID:

114072

Published date:

04-09-2026

Summary

Fractional Head of Philanthropy

c£50k or equivalent day rate | London (Hybrid) | 16-24 hours/week

The 93% Club is the UK's fastest-growing network for state-educated people - up 75% in income, three years running. Now we're building philanthropy into the mix, and we need someone brilliant to lead it. Part-time.

We've raised £0.4m from philanthropic sources in the last 12 months with zero dedicated resource. Imagine what's possible with you steering it.

This is a new, senior role reporting to the COO with a dotted line to the CEO. You'll set the strategy, build the case for support, and personally hold the relationships with our highest-value donors - major gifts, trusts, corporates. No red tape, no legacy systems to unpick. You're building this from scratch.

You'll need:

A track record of securing serious gifts and building real pipelines
Confidence with CEOs, donors and everyone in between
The judgement to make a fixed number of days count
Genuine belief in what we're building - #StateSchoolProud and proud of it

You'll need:

Full ownership of a new function, from day one
A fast-growing, mission-driven team who'll back you
£50k (not pro rata), 2-3 days/week, hybrid
The chance to help millions of state-educated people thrive

Sound like you? We'd love to hear from you.

To register your interest, a CV or draft profile is a great first step. You can send this to Philippa Randle at Charity People directly through the application channel on this website or get in touch to request the full job pack.

Closing date: midday on Friday 25 September
Please note we will be reviewing applications and interviewing on a rolling basis, so please get in touch early to avoid disappointment.

Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.

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Donation Centre Manager

Aberford Road, Wakefield, WF1 4TS, UK

Permanent

Full-time

Job ID:

115994

Published date:

03-09-2026

Summary

Ready to take the lead at the heart of a thriving charity retail operation?

At Wakefield Hospice, every donation helps provide specialist care, comfort and support to people living with life-limiting conditions and their families when they need it most. As their new Donation Centre Manager, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring every donated item reaches its maximum potential and generates vital income to support hospice services.

Location: Wakefield
Salary: £27,000 - £29,000
Contract: 37.5 Hours per Week, Permanent
Benefits: including 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Wakefield Hospice:

For over 30 years, Wakefield Hospice has provided compassionate care and support to local people and their families. Retail income plays a vital role in enabling them to continue delivering these essential services, making this an opportunity to have a direct and meaningful impact. Everything they do is underpinned by their values of Caring, Professional, Aspirational and Inclusive, and they are looking for someone who shares that commitment.

The Role:

This is a varied leadership position that combines strategic oversight with hands-on operational management. You will lead the Donation Centre team, manage stock flow across shops and online channels, oversee transport and logistics, and ensure income generation opportunities are maximised.

Key Responsibilities

Leading the sorting, processing and distribution of donated stock.
Managing stock allocation across retail shops, eBay and other sales channels.
Overseeing transport operations, collections and deliveries.
Line managing supervisors, staff and volunteers.
Driving continuous improvement in processes and performance.
Ensuring compliance with health and safety, GDPR and retail regulations.
Producing operational and performance reports for senior leadership.

About You:

Wakefield Hospice is looking for someone who can bring together people, operations and performance in a fast-paced environment.

You will bring:

Experience managing retail, warehouse, logistics or operational teams.
Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate staff and volunteers.
Experience managing stock, processes or distribution operations.
Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills.
Confidence working across multiple priorities and stakeholders.
A collaborative approach and commitment to delivering excellent results.

Most importantly, you will be motivated by the opportunity to contribute to a cause that changes lives across the local community.

How to Apply:

Please send a copy of your profile or CV to Ellen Drummond at Charity People as the first step.

Deadline: 23^rd September

Interviews: 1^st & 2^nd Of October

Only because this role is time-sensitive, we’ll be reviewing CVs on a rolling basis – so please do get in touch as soon as possible if you're interested. But, if you're away on holiday or your personal circumstances make this time of year difficult, please just reach out to Ellen and we’ll ensure that you don’t miss out.

Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.

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Advice & Navigation Manager

Permanent

Full-time

Job ID:

116225

Published date:

03-09-2026

Summary

Advice & Navigation Manager

6 Month FTC

£30,309.60

Part time, 4 days per week (28 hours)

Hybrid, London (Islington)

Interviews: ASAP

Start: Late September

Charity People are recruiting an experienced Advice & Navigation Manager to lead two community focused services for a much loved charity.

The Advice and Navigation Manager is responsible for leading the charity’s advice, navigation and social prescribing services, ensuring that residents, particularly those experiencing inequality, exclusion or multiple disadvantage, receive high quality, safe and effective support that helps them navigate complex systems and address interlinked social, economic and health challenges.

Leading a relatively new team, you will provide day-to-day support, guidance and oversight while acting as the service's expert practitioner on complex casework.

Success in this role will come from your ability to quickly build trust, support staff with challenging cases, use data and insight to improve practice, and create stability within the team. This is very much a role for someone who enjoys working with people, solving problems, and rolling up their sleeves when needed.

You'll line manage around four team members, oversee service delivery across two connected services, support complex case reviews, contribute to rota management, and occasionally provide direct service support to ensure residents continue to receive an excellent service.

This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys working closely with people, supporting complex casework, developing staff and ensuring services run smoothly. You'll manage around four team members, oversee service delivery, review cases, use data to drive improvement and help create a stable, supportive environment for both staff and residents.

You will bring:

Experience in people management
Confidence supporting complex casework
Excellent communication skills - relational, approachable, and flexible
Experience in using data, insight and CRM systems
Leadership skills with hands-on service delivery experience
Passion about improving outcomes for communities experiencing disadvantage
Significant experience working in a client focused advice or support service from a community, voluntary or health setting

You could come from social prescribing, advice and guidance, community services, disability services, health, wellbeing, or broader support service environments.

If you are the kind of manager who leads from the front, loves supporting teams and can quickly get to grips with complex services and casework, then this role could be perfect for you. Please apply without delay as this role will be interviewed on a rolling basis.

There is scope for this role to be extended dependant on the success of the delivery.

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

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Head of Commercial and Membership

Permanent

Full-time

Job ID:

116093

Published date:

03-09-2026

Summary

Charity People is delighted to be partnering with the British Society for Haematology (BSH) to recruit for their next Head of Commercial & Membership.

The British Society for Haematology (BSH) is a leading UK professional membership organisation dedicated to advancing the study and practice of haematology. Supporting nearly 4,000 members across the UK and internationally, BSH plays a vital role in improving patient care through clinical guidelines, education, research support and professional networking.

This is an exciting time to join the Society. With a new five-year strategy, significant investment in systems and infrastructure, and ambitious plans to strengthen member engagement and diversify income, BSH is seeking an experienced and commercially minded leader to help shape its future.

Working closely with the Director of Corporate & Membership Services, this pivotal role will lead the Society's commercial and membership strategy, driving sustainable growth while ensuring members remain at the heart of everything BSH does. Combining strategic leadership with operational oversight, you'll have the opportunity to influence organisational direction, develop new opportunities for growth, and lead a period of meaningful transformation.

Job Details

Role: Head of Commercial & Membership
Salary: £60,000
Contract: Permanent and Full Time
Location: British Society for Haematology, 100 White Lion Street, London, N1 9PF
Hybrid: Flexible hybrid working
Reports to: Director of Corporate & Membership Services
Interviews: Early October 2026

About the Role

This is a broad and impactful leadership position responsible for shaping the Society's commercial and membership agenda.

Leading a team spanning membership services, data and systems, you will drive member acquisition, engagement and retention, develop innovative membership propositions, oversee the Society's grants portfolio and identify opportunities to diversify revenue in a way that aligns with BSH's charitable mission and values.

You'll also play a key role in embedding data-led decision making, maximising the benefits of a new CRM platform, and supporting the evolution of a more integrated and collaborative operational model.

Key responsibilities include:

Developing and delivering the Society's commercial and membership growth strategy
Identifying and developing sustainable income generation opportunities
Leading the ongoing evolution of the membership proposition and member experience
Using insight, analytics and market intelligence to inform strategic decisions
Driving membership recruitment, engagement and retention activity
Leading budget planning, financial forecasting and performance monitoring
Providing strategic oversight of the Society's grants portfolio
Supporting the optimisation and adoption of Microsoft Dynamics CRM
Leading and developing a high-performing operational team
Driving service improvement, organisational change and operational effectiveness
Building strong relationships with volunteers, committees, senior leaders and external stakeholders
Working collaboratively across the organisation to deliver strategic objectives

About You

We're looking for a strategic and commercially astute leader who can combine big-picture thinking with strong operational delivery.

You will bring significant experience from a membership, commercial, customer engagement or business development environment and thrive in roles where growth, transformation and stakeholder engagement are key priorities.

You will be a confident leader who enjoys developing people, using data to drive decisions and identifying opportunities to create long-term value for members and the organisation.

You'll bring:

Senior membership leadership experience, working within a professional membership body or learned society
A track record of delivering income growth and commercial success
Experience developing membership propositions
Strong financial management, budgeting and forecasting experience
Experience leading organisational change, transformation or service redesign
Excellent people management and team development skills
Strong analytical skills and a data-driven approach to decision making
Outstanding communication and stakeholder management abilities
Experience influencing and working with senior leaders, volunteers and boards
A collaborative, innovative and solutions-focused approach

Desirable Experience

Experience developing or managing grants programmes
Experience of Microsoft Dynamics or comparable CRM platforms
Experience operating within a complex stakeholder environment

Why Join BSH?

This is a genuinely exciting opportunity to join an ambitious organisation at a pivotal stage in its development.

You'll have the opportunity to shape strategy, strengthen the membership proposition, develop new commercial opportunities and play a central role in delivering long-term organisational sustainability.

The Society offers a collaborative, supportive and forward-thinking environment where new ideas are welcomed and innovation is encouraged. Working alongside an ambitious senior leadership team, you'll have the freedom and support to make a lasting impact across the organisation.

If you're an experienced Head of Membership, Head of Commercial Development, Membership & Commercial Lead or senior membership professional looking for a role that combines strategy, innovation, transformation and impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.

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CEO

Permanent

Full-time

Job ID:

116027

Published date:

02-09-2026

Summary

Chief Executive Officer – Safe in Sussex

Location: Ferring, West Sussex | Hybrid – 3 days onsite
Salary: In the region of £55,000
Hours: 37 hours per week (a nine-day fortnight may be considered)
Type: Full-time

About Safe in Sussex

Safe in Sussex is a specialist domestic abuse charity helping its service users live free from abuse and fear. For almost 50 years, the organisation has provided refuge accommodation, community-based support and trauma-informed services across West Sussex. The charity operates within the wider Women's Aid network and remains committed to providing a safe space for those in need.

As the charity approaches its 50th anniversary and prepares for the retirement of its long-serving CEO, Safe in Sussex is entering an important new chapter. Financially stable, with strong local partnerships, the organisation is well positioned for its next phase of development and impact.

This is a chance to lead a respected organisation during a period of transition, helping to shape its future while building on a legacy of compassion, resilience and life-changing support.

What You Can Look Forward To

As Chief Executive, you will provide strategic, compassionate and accountable leadership to the charity while working closely with staff, trustees, service users, partners, funders and commissioners.

You will:

Shape the next organisational chapter
Strengthen leadership capacity, support cultural evolution and create sustainable structures for the future.
Ensure services remain safe, trauma-informed, survivor-centred and responsive to need.
Oversee financial planning, income generation and long-term sustainability.
Lead with empathy and accountability
Represent the charity externally and strengthen relationships

About You

We are seeking a strong and values-led leader who combines emotional intelligence, strategic thinking and operational credibility.

Skills and Experience

Senior leadership experience in a charity, public service or other values-led organisation
Experience of leading organisational change, development or cultural transformation.
Strong safeguarding, risk management and trauma-informed leadership knowledge.
Financial leadership experience, including budgeting, planning and organisational sustainability.
Understanding of income generation, commissioning, funding or fundraising.

Personal Attributes

Deep commitment to the safety and empowerment of service users.
Compassionate, resilient and emotionally intelligent.
Able to balance empathy with challenge and accountability.
Strategic, thoughtful and future-focused.
A strong communicator with credibility across diverse audiences.
Comfortable operating through complexity, ambiguity and change.
Committed to visible, long-term leadership within West Sussex and the surrounding area.

You May Not Tick Every Box

If this opportunity excites you, but you are not sure that you meet every criterion, we would still love to hear from you. We are interested in your potential, experience, perspective and commitment to our mission, not simply a perfect match against a checklist.

Occupational Requirement

Because of the nature and context of the role and, as some of Safe in Sussex's safe spaces are women-only, this post is only open to women. This is an occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010.

Recruitment Timeline

To ensure equitable access to information and support an inclusive recruitment process, Safe in Sussex will host a candidate Q&A webinar in place of individual informal discussions. We encourage all interested candidates to submit questions in advance, which will be addressed during the session. Please register your interest in attending this webinar on Tuesday 22^nd September 2026 6-7pm and we will send you a link.

Application Deadline: 5pm, Friday 2 October 2026
First interview: w/c 2^nd November

Second Interview: w/c 9^th November

How to Apply

Charity People Ltd is acting as a recruitment agency advisor to Safe in Sussex on this appointment. Interested candidates are invited to submit a CV to seniorappointments@charitypeople.co.uk and request a candidate pack in the first instance.

For an informal conversation about the role or if you have further questions prior to applying, please contact Fabrice Yala on 07563 030595 or seniorappointments@charitypeople.co.uk

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability, and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so we can help make the application process work for you.

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

Safe in Sussex welcomes applications from women of all backgrounds and particularly encourages applications from those whose perspectives are currently underrepresented in charity leadership.

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Head of Finance - 2 days a week - fully remote

Permanent

Full-time

Job ID:

116258

Published date:

02-09-2026

Summary

Head of Finance – 2 days a week - remote

Charity People have partnered with Mind in Enfield and Barnet to help recruit a permanent Head of Finance who is looking to work two days a week with real strategic impact. Reporting directly to the CEO, you will lead the finance function, ensuring financial sustainability, supporting organisational growth, and helping to shape the future direction of a respected mental health charity.

Location: Predominantly Remote (with occasional attendance at Barnet and Enfield offices)
Hours: 14 hours per week (0.4 FTE)
Salary: £60,000 which will be pro-ratad for two days a week

Key Duties

Lead the organisation's financial strategy, including budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management and long-term financial planning.
Partner with the CEO and Senior Leadership Team to support organisational growth, change management and the development of new funded projects and service opportunities.
Oversee monthly management accounts, financial reporting and variance analysis, ensuring robust financial controls and timely decision-making.
Ensure full compliance with charity finance regulations, SORP requirements, statutory obligations and audit processes.
Provide financial oversight of contracts, income streams, payroll and organisational resources to support sustainable service delivery.
Support governance activities by servicing Finance & HR Committee meetings, contributing to Board reporting and maintaining governance records.

Person Specification

Must have experience working within the charity or not-for-profit sector
Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with significant post-qualification experience in a senior finance leadership role.
Strong strategic and commercial mindset with the ability to translate financial information into meaningful business insights.
Proven experience of budget management, financial planning, audit management and maintaining strong financial controls.
Skilled relationship builder with the confidence to influence senior stakeholders and work collaboratively across teams.
Highly organised, adaptable and solutions-focused, with excellent communication skills and advanced Excel capability.

Benefits of the role

Part-time, flexible role (14 hours per week / 0.4 FTE)
Strategic and hands-on experience reporting to the CEO
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a growing charity
Remote working with occasional office attendance as required
Collaborative and values-driven culture focused on improving mental health and wellbeing

Role will be closing on                15^th September, 2026
First stage interview                    23^rd September, 2026 (online)
Second stage interview              2^nd or 5^th October, 2026 (online)

Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.

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Governance and Executive Officer

Permanent

Full-time

Job ID:

116060

Published date:

28-08-2026

Summary

Charity People is delighted to be partnering with the British Society for Haematology (BSH) to recruit for their new Governance and Executive Officer.

The British Society for Haematology (BSH) is a leading UK professional membership organisation dedicated to advancing the study and practice of haematology. Supporting nearly 4,000 members across the UK and internationally, BSH plays a vital role in improving patient care through clinical guidelines, education, research support and professional networking.

As the Society continues to evolve, this newly-created role offers a fantastic opportunity to shape and strengthen governance processes while supporting the Chief Executive and Board. Joining a friendly, collaborative and ambitious team, you'll play a key role in helping BSH deliver its strategic objectives and continued growth.

Job Details

Role: Governance and Executive Officer
Salary: £40,000
Contract: Permanent and Full Time
Location: British Society for Haematology, 100 White Lion Street, London, N1 9PF
Hybrid: Two days per week onsite (should incl. every other Wednesday)
Interview: Friday 25 September (in person)

About the Role

This is a varied position combining governance coordination with executive support. You'll take ownership of key governance activities while helping to build and improve systems, processes and ways of working across the organisation.

Key responsibilities include:

Coordinating Board and Governance Committee meetings, including agendas, papers and minutes
Maintaining governance records, policies and key organisational documentation
Supporting the delivery of the AGM and other governance activities
Coordinating the production of the Society's Annual Report and Accounts
Supporting compliance with regulatory and statutory requirements
Maintaining governance registers, including declarations of interest
Providing executive support to the Chief Executive, including diary management and meeting coordination
Building effective relationships with Board members, volunteers and stakeholders
Identifying opportunities to streamline, modernise and improve governance processes

About You

We're looking for a highly organised, proactive and solutions-focused professional who can confidently manage competing priorities and engage effectively with senior stakeholders.

You'll bring:

Experience supporting boards, committees or governance functions
Excellent meeting administration and minute-taking skills
Strong organisational and administrative abilities
Experience producing accurate, high-quality documentation
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong attention to detail and discretion when handling confidential information
Experience maintaining policies, registers or governance documentation
Collaborative approach with aptitude for work cross-functional working.
Confidence supporting senior leaders and stakeholders
A practical and pragmatic approach to improving processes

Experience with digital board management platforms, Monday.com or Miro would be advantageous, but not essential.

Why Join BSH?

This is an exciting time to join an evolving organisation committed to supporting haematology professionals and improving patient outcomes. You'll have the opportunity to help establish a governance function, work closely with senior leaders and make a tangible impact across the Society.

The team is friendly, down-to-earth and highly collaborative, offering a supportive environment where new ideas and continuous improvement are genuinely welcomed.

If you are an experienced Governance Officer or an EA, with extensive governance experience, we’d love to hear from you.

Charity People is a forward-thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching organisational needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background, including age, disability, gender, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe greater diversity leads to greater impact for the organisations we work with.

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