We are working in partnership with The French Hospital, who provide Almshouse accommodation primarily for French Protestant Huguenot families who are in need and are resident in Great Britain, allowing residents to live full, dignified and independent lives. The French Hospital is committed to ensuring that people in need can lead active lives in the local community with access to healthcare, leisure and education. Today there are 55 self-contained flats where residents can enjoy their own space, with their own furniture and belongings around them.
The CEO (Clerk to the Corporation) will ensure the smooth running of the Charity, enabling it to meet its aims and objectives and comply with relevant law and regulations. The successful candidate will be the main contact for external agencies such as, solicitors, auditors, bankers and investments managers, insurance brokers and local authorities, as necessary, as well as the main internal contact between the Trustees and the other staff and residents.
This is a significant and rewarding role that will require the post holder to demonstrate the following:
- Positive outcomes in a demanding management position, possibly in the third sector, housing, or running a business.
- Experience in managing relationships both internally and externally and the capacity to be an ambassador for the charity
- Strategic thinking: ability to assess complex information and decide on a course of action
- Financial literacy and budget management.
- Experience of project management, delegating and supervising as needed
- Excellent verbal and written communications and interpersonal skills
The successful candidate will advise the Trustees on matters of governance to ensure compliance with current legislation and Charity Commission guidance. You will arrange and attend Trustee Board and subcommittee meetings both preparing the agendas and taking accurate minutes, acting upon the decisions of the Trustees. You will also be responsible for managing and reviewing the work of a small team, identifying any training needs and ensure their wellbeing. Awareness of the welfare of residents overseeing community engagement and social activities, dealing with safeguarding issues, grievances and arrears, when required. Oversee the repair and maintenance of all the Charity’s properties, engaging with commercial tenants and others as necessary.
This is an ideal opportunity for someone with previous experience of leading a team, managing budgets and projects, and who has a passion for meeting housing needs, and can multi-task.
We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law.
*Note that “The French Hospital” is not a hospital in the contemporary sense – we do not offer medical care or facilities.
Applications should include your CV and supporting statement.
Hours: 3 days a week
Location: Rochester, with the possibility of some remote working
Closing date for applications: 9th Feb 2025
Interview date: TBC
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We are working in partnership with All Nations Christian College (ANCC), a mission training college that aims to train and equip men and women for effective participation in God's mission to a multi-cultural world. It is one of the largest colleges of its type in Europe, welcoming students and their families from all over the world
We are seeking a dynamic Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to drive and implement change and develop partnerships as ANCC adapts to a changing world. This is a key role for a senior leader with expertise in change management, partnership development, marketing, and communications, to help ANCC achieve its mission. The CEO will report to the Board and work with a capable Senior Leadership Team.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Working with the Board and Senior Leadership Team to drive change and ensure financial sustainability
- Developing and implementing marketing, communications and fundraising strategies
- Cultivating strategic partnerships to create new streams of students and funding
- Contributing to the development of strategic options for the future of ANCC
We are looking for a passionate and genuine communicator with a creative mindset. Strong leadership and management abilities, along with the capacity to inspire and motivate others, are essential.
Your application should include your CV and supporting statement.
We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion*, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or other category protected by law.
Due to the nature of the role, it is a genuine occupational requirement that the post holder is a committed Christian and fully supports the objectives of the college, under Part 1 of Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010.
Closing date: 24 February 2025
Interviews with ANCC to commence: w/c 10 and 17 March 2025
Charisma vetting interviews must be completed by close of play on 28 February prior to shortlist submission.
XLP is a leading Christian youth work charity with a 30-year history of empowering young people in London. They are committed to creating a more just and equitable city where young people can thrive.
We're partnering with XLP to recruit a dynamic and strategic Director of Operations, who will play a key role in driving the charity’s impact and sustainability.
This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate leader who is committed to creating positive futures for young people. You will provide strategic leadership to XLP’s people and operations, ensuring that financial, IT, governance, and HR processes effectively support the organisation’s mission and future plan.
As a key member of the Executive Team, you will lead cross-departmental collaboration, ensuring all operational functions contribute to high-quality programme delivery. You will also provide strategic recommendations to the CEO, oversee risk management, and develop systems that support organisational excellence.
We are looking for someone who can:
- Drive a strategic vision to reality, ensuring operations are structured to deliver XLP’s Five-Year Plan
- Lead and develop a high-performing, mission-driven team
- Oversee HR policies, ensuring a strong People Strategy, effective recruitment, and performance management
- Manage budgets, financial planning, and governance, ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements
- Implement and oversee systems, quality assurance, and risk management frameworks
Applications should include your CV and supporting statement. Please see candidate pack for full details.
All applicants must be wholeheartedly committed to the aims, ethos, and values of XLP. This post is subject to an Occupational Requirement that the post holder is a practising Christian, under Part 1 of Schedule 9 to the Equality Act 2010.
Location: London/Hybrid
Closing date: 18 February 2025
First stage interviews with XLP: w/c 3 March 2025
Second stage interviews with XLP: w/c 10 March 2025
We are delighted to work with a leading charity playing a vital role across the UK to help people live well in their later life, through their care homes and retirement schemes. Following a restructure of the organisation a vacancy has arisen in Hampshire for a Community Volunteer Lead responsible for building their volunteer led fundraising within the county.
As the largest charity care provider in the UK, they have been delivering care and support to over 18,500 older people, for over 80 years, offering some of the highest quality care, accommodation, and support services throughout Britain. Their mission is to inspire the best care and wellbeing at every stage of later life.
Collaborating with the local team and supported by the national fundraising team, you will develop strong fundraising relationships, inspiring and empowering local volunteers, both as individuals and groups, across the area and including those within their community, to raise funds and enable those who choose to use their services to thrive. This will include supporting those who wish to fundraise In Memory and utilising the organisation’s fundraising products.
You will:
- Demonstrate your experience of delivering successful community fundraising including recruiting, supporting and motivating volunteer groups and individuals, and community fundraising supporters.
- Have excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate with a variety of audiences via a variety of methods (email, phone, in person, etc) with outstanding presentation, interpersonal and networking skills.
- Be able to create and maintain effective working relationships with people at all levels including a variety of stakeholders internal and external with positive financial outcomes.
- Work to targets, plans and budgets, having strong financial acumen including budget setting, forecasting and reporting against targets
- Be a team player, with the autonomy to work under own initiative, prioritise workload and ensure deadlines are met.
With strong IT skills, and ideally knowledge of supporter databases, Raiser’s Edge, or similar you will have an awareness of Fundraising Regulator Codes of Practice and best practice community fundraising.
An understanding of faith communities, including specifically the Methodist Church and its importance to community fundraising would be beneficial.
Please note that you will need a valid driving licence and access to a car as regular travel with occasional overnight stays will be mandatory for the success of this role, as will be the ability to work flexibly outside core working hours.
This is an exciting opportunity for the right individual. If you feel you have the skills and experience to succeed in this role, we very much look forward to hearing from you.
For more information, please contact Louise Portnall, Recruitment Consultant, Charisma Charity Recruitment, info@charismarecruitment.co.uk or 01962 813300. Your application should be submitted through the Charisma website and include your CV and supporting statement.
We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or other category protected by law.
Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis, so please apply without delay to avoid disappointment.
Location: Hampshire, hybrid
We are delighted to work in partnership with The Gurkha Welfare Trust (GWT) who are seeking an experienced, strategic Head of Fundraising with proven success in senior level fundraising including individual giving.
The Gurkhas are soldiers from Nepal who are recruited into the British Army and have been serving our country for over 200 years. GWT supports our Gurkha veterans and their dependants through a range of financial, medical and community aid to relieve poverty and distress.
As part of the Senior management team, the Head of Fundraising will be accountable for the Trust’s fundraising strategy, leading and inspiring the fundraising, marketing and communications team.
You will:
- Demonstrate success in senior level fundraising, across all disciplines, with responsibility for six figure + budgets.
- Have the ability to develop and implement strategic and operational fundraising, marketing and communications plans.
- Have a personable and approachable leadership style, with the ability to communicate across all levels, and influence and persuade a diverse range of stakeholders.
- Have strong interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills.
- Have expert knowledge of fundraising and marketing legislation, regulations and best practice, PR techniques and digital marketing (inc. PPC & AdWords)
- Have a clear understanding of branding/style trends and standards, and the social media landscape.
With an analytical approach, you will take responsibility for financial performance against budgets and forecasts, working closely with the Trust CEO and SMT to ensure that all fundraising activity reflects the vision and agreed priorities of the Trust.
Your application should include your CV and supporting statement.
We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or other category protected by law.
Location: Salisbury, Hybrid (3 days in the office, 2 days working from home)
Hours: Full time 37.5hrs with TOIL for occasional additional hours worked as required at events and business meetings.
Closing date for applications: 9 February 2025
However, applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis, so please apply without delay to avoid disappointment.
We are working in partnership with a conservation organisation to secure their new Director of Fundraising and Marcomms.
An exciting opportunity has risen for a driven and highly collaborative Director of Fundraising and Marcomms who has strong experience of and alignment with the environment sector. The director will lead on and deliver an organisation-wide strategic approach to fundraising, which aligns with organisational needs and priorities, and supports financial resilience, and long-term growth. Key areas will include the cultivation and stewardship of a diverse range of funding streams, including membership, corporate partnerships, high net worth/major donors and direct income generation, whilst developing and leading a high performing team and delivering on all necessary internal and external marketing and communications to support the wider organisation.
Successful candidates must be able to demonstrate:
- A relevant professional qualification, preferably in Marketing, Business and/or Environmental Sciences, and/or have relevant professional experience.
- An understanding of the UK nature conservation sector and the main areas of potential funding past, present and future.
- Significant experience of business development, preferably with a minimum of three years in successful high value fundraising, including the development and delivery of successful fundraising campaigns and programmes, with a track record of securing funds and managing relationships with corporates (including multi-year partnerships), high net worth individuals / major donors.
- Demonstrable experience of brand awareness building, and leading and delivering impactful digital marketing/social media and regular giving campaigns.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence and persuade; a courageous, innovative, ambitious and proactive leadership style, with the ability to inspire others to maximise their potential in a collaborative and dynamic working environment, will be essential.
Your application should include your CV and supporting statement.
We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or other category protected by law.
Closing date: 9th February 2025
Charisma interviews must be completed by lunchtime on the 17th February in preparation for submission of the shortlist.
We are working with Canine Partners, a registered charity that transforms the lives of people with physical disabilities by partnering them with assistance dogs. Their amazing dogs bring a greater independence and quality of life to their partners, offering security, companionship, and practical help with everyday household tasks. These life-changing dogs also provide psychological and social benefits including increased independence, confidence, social interaction, and self-esteem.
With the planned departure of the current Chair, the Board of Trustees are now seeking to appoint a new Chair of Trustees. The new Chair will foster an environment of consensus and collaboration, ensure Canine Partners' mission and vision is met and provide inclusive leadership to the Board of Trustees, ensuring that each trustee fulfils their duties and responsibilities for the effective governance of the charity. The Chair will also work in partnership with the Senior Leadership Team, helping them achieve their vision for the organisation, while serving as a line manager to the CEO.
The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate:
- A strong and visible passion and commitment to the Charity, its strategic objectives and cause.
- Strong interpersonal and relationship-building abilities and be comfortable in an ambassadorial role.
- Experience operating at a senior strategic leadership level within an organisation, with a knowledge of charity governance and working with or as part of a Board of Trustees.
- Significant experience in chairing meetings and events.
- Broad knowledge and understanding of the Disability and/or Assistance Dog sectors.
The Chair is expected to attend quarterly Board meetings, the AGM and 1-2 strategy days per annum. The Chair can also participate in sub-committees. The Chair’s time commitment is likely to be around 2 days a month. Trustees are elected to serve terms of three years with an expectation that they will service no more than 2 terms of three years (6 years in total), with the exception, that service as an Officer might over-ride this.
Canine Partners particularly welcomes applications from people from minoritised ethnic backgrounds who are currently under-represented within the organisation.
Your expression of interest should include your CV and a supporting statement.
We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or other category protected by law.
Should you require any support or adjustments during the application process, please contact Charisma who will be happy to discuss this with you.
Closing date: Sunday 2nd March 2025
Interviews with Canine Partners: w/c 10th and 24th March 2025
Charisma vetting interviews must be completed by lunchtime on Friday 7th March 2025, prior to shortlisting.
Internal candidates ONLY are requested to make their expressions of interest known by Friday 31st January 2025 for inclusion into the process.
Please note, this earlier closing date for internal candidates won’t affect the governance of the overall campaign. All candidates will receive an equal opportunity to be considered for this role.
We are working in partnership with The French Hospital, who provide Almshouse accommodation primarily for French Protestant Huguenot families who are in need and are resident in Great Britain, allowing residents to live full, dignified and independent lives. The French Hospital is committed to ensuring that people in need can lead active lives in the local community with access to healthcare, leisure and education. Today there are 55 self-contained flats where residents can enjoy their own space, with their own furniture and belongings around them.
The CEO (Clerk to the Corporation) will ensure the smooth running of the Charity, enabling it to meet its aims and objectives and comply with relevant law and regulations. The successful candidate will be the main contact for external agencies such as, solicitors, auditors, bankers and investments managers, insurance brokers and local authorities, as necessary, as well as the main internal contact between the Trustees and the other staff and residents.
This is a significant and rewarding role that will require the post holder to demonstrate the following:
- Positive outcomes in a demanding management position, possibly in the third sector, housing, or running a business.
- Experience in managing relationships both internally and externally and the capacity to be an ambassador for the charity
- Strategic thinking: ability to assess complex information and decide on a course of action
- Financial literacy and budget management.
- Experience of project management, delegating and supervising as needed
- Excellent verbal and written communications and interpersonal skills
The successful candidate will advise the Trustees on matters of governance to ensure compliance with current legislation and Charity Commission guidance. You will arrange and attend Trustee Board and subcommittee meetings both preparing the agendas and taking accurate minutes, acting upon the decisions of the Trustees. You will also be responsible for managing and reviewing the work of a small team, identifying any training needs and ensure their wellbeing. Awareness of the welfare of residents overseeing community engagement and social activities, dealing with safeguarding issues, grievances and arrears, when required. Oversee the repair and maintenance of all the Charity’s properties, engaging with commercial tenants and others as necessary.
This is an ideal opportunity for someone with previous experience of leading a team, managing budgets and projects, and who has a passion for meeting housing needs, and can multi-task.
We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law.
*Note that “The French Hospital” is not a hospital in the contemporary sense – we do not offer medical care or facilities.
Applications should include your CV and supporting statement.
Hours: 3 days a week
Location: Rochester, with the possibility of some remote working
Closing date for applications: 9th Feb 2025
Interview date: TBC
We are working in partnership with RABI who, at the heart of farming, provide practical, financial and mental health support across England and Wales and are seeking a Regional Manager to be the RABI lead for volunteering and community engagement across the North West region.
RABI’s grants empower farming people to become financially resilient, so short-term monetary problems don’t create negative life-changing impacts. Their mental health support builds emotional resilience to meet the many challenges that farming brings.
The Regional Manager’s responsibilities include the researching, developing and supporting local community fundraising across the region. Working closely with volunteers, county committees and local partners – developing, delivering and evaluating new initiatives to reach new audiences, grow support for RABI and make a difference for the farming community.
You will:
- Demonstrate relevant experience and proven track record within volunteering and community engagement / fundraising.
- Have a good understanding of volunteer motivations, with the ability to manage and work with volunteers and / or local communities.
- Exhibit excellent interpersonal and communications skills, both verbal and written, a clear and confident presentation style, and the ability to carry out public speaking, handling press / media enquiries and use of social media.
- Have strong project management and events experience.
- Have exceptional time management and highly developed organisational skills.
- Be IT literate – with good working knowledge of email, Word and Excel, as well as CRM and event management systems.
- Be analytical and numerate, confident in report writing including assessing return on investment etc.
A self-starter, you will be confident decision maker, able to work in a sometimes-pressurised environment. You will be a collaborative team player, with the ability to build relationships with people across all levels. You will have empathy and understanding of UK agricultural methods/people and issues facing the industry. Experience with living and/or working among or knowledge of the farming community would be an advantage.
Please note: due the nature of the role it will be necessary to work unsocial hours to fulfil this role e.g., attend weekend shows, evening meetings and events. A full UK Driving Licence and use of a car is essential.
Your application should include your CV and supporting statement.
We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or other category protected by law.
Hours: Full time 35 hours Monday to Sunday – including evenings and weekend
Contract: FTC -15 month Maternity Cover
Location: North West - Home based covering with regular travel to: Cumbria, Lancashire, West Yorkshire, South Yorkshire, Merseyside, Cheshire
Closing date for applications: 9 February 2025
However, applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis, so please apply without delay to avoid disappointment.
We are excited to be working in partnership with Dogs for Good, a registered charity dedicated to advancing the boundless possibilities of what a connection between people and dogs can enable – in making everyday life fuller, healthier, and happier for everyone involved. They understand the extraordinary change dogs can enable when they form part of a social-care model centred on the needs of people and communities. With their new 2024-2028 strategy in place, it’s an exciting time to join the Dogs for Good team!
We are seeking a Major Gifts Development Manager to join their newly formed Philanthropy and Partnerships team. We’re seeking a passionate individual to help develop new ways of working across donor pipeline management and prospect identification. You'll collaborate closely with dog trainers, instructors, and senior management, crafting innovative proposals that deliver a compelling and inspiring case for support.
The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate:
- A track record in fundraising with evidence of successful solicitation of six-figure multi-year gifts.
- Experience in building bespoke fundraising propositions for major gifts (corporate partners as well as trusts and foundations).
- Experience in relationship building skills and an ability to interact with prospects and donors at the highest levels in a professional manner.
- Knowledge of major gift fundraising techniques, and what it takes to achieve success in developing income from high value prospects and donors.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a dedicated team during an exciting growth phase. You’ll work will make a meaningful impact in health and social care, whilst also championing Dogs for Good’s unwavering commitment to dog welfare.
Your application should be submitted through the Charisma website and include your CV and supporting statement.
We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law.
Contract & Hours: Permanent. Full or part-time (28 - 35 hours per week)
Location: Hybrid - min two days per week in the charity’s Head Office in Banbury
Please note applications are being reviewed on receipt and interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis. When a suitable candidate is found the role will close, so please apply without delay to avoid disappointment.
The Connaught Trust is a charity, who support the charitable activities of units of the Army Cadet Force, the Sea Cadet Corps, the Air Training Corps, the Volunteer Cadet Corps, the Combined Cadet Force throughout Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. They provide funds to promote the military efficiency of all ranks serving in units of the Army Reserve, the Royal Naval Reserve, the Royal Marines Reserve and the Royal Air Force Reserves.
The Connaught Trust are seeking two Trustees with a broad range of skills, in particular individuals with legal or marketing backgrounds/experience, to work closely as part of their Board to bring new insight and skills to set and approve the strategic direction of the charity.
What is a Trustee?
- Being a trustee means making decisions that will impact people’s lives and make a real difference to the people they support.
- Trustees help lead the charity and play a vital role in helping to define and develop the work of the charity.
- Trustees work alongside the secretary, using their skills and experience to help the charity to define and achieve its strategic aims.
- Trustees give their time on a voluntary basis. They are not paid fees, but they can claim reasonable expenses.
Could this be the ideal role for me?
To be considered for this role, you will require the following:
- A commitment to the aims and objectives of the Trust and an empathy with the beneficiary group, namely adult reserve forces and cadet units of all three services.
- Experience at working at senior level in the private, public or voluntary sectors.
- A willingness to devote time and effort to the duties and responsibilities of a Trustee
- Good communication skills and the commitment to attend, and contribute to, Trustee meetings.
- Integrity, impartiality, objectivity, accountability, and the ability to respect confidences.
- A commitment to equal opportunities and diversity.
What's in it for you?
- Volunteering experience.
- Involvement in senior management teams and board activity.
- Working with different sets of people.
- Specific experience within the different teams.
- General management experience.
- The chance to give your expertise and time to a great cause and to further develop your skills.
We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or other category protected by law.
These unremunerated roles are open to all. To apply for these exceptional opportunities, please submit your CV and supporting statement via the Charisma website.
Location: Remote locations and able to attend four meetings a year in South Hampshire
Closing date for applications: 16th February 2025
Interview date: Saturday 8th March 2025
Voluntary roles, no Charity experience necessary
Crossroads Care Surrey is a registered charity dedicated to supporting unpaid carers across Surrey for over 40 years. They recognise the immense challenges these individuals face and offer a range of quality care services to assist those caring for people of all ages with various health conditions and disabilities. Their trained team of carer support workers and volunteers provides essential help in carers’ homes and communities, allowing them to take much-needed breaks from their caring responsibilities. Their mission is to keep families together and ensure that unpaid carers maintain their well-being.
Crossroads Care Surrey are seeking two Trustees with specific skills in Business Development and Finance, to work closely as part of their Board to bring new insight and skills to set and approve the strategic direction of the charity.
As the Business Development Trustee, you will be a dynamic individual with the background/knowledge and skills in the areas of: Business Development; Enterprise; Corporate Social Responsibility; Company Sponsorship; Corporate Sponsorship. You will have experience of building partnerships and conducting successful sales campaigns, project planning and networking.
As the Finance Trustee you will ideally a fully qualified accountant with a strong background in commercial finance. You will support strategic financial decisions by analysing trends, assessing risks, and identifying opportunities.
What is a Trustee:
- Being a trustee means making decisions that will impact people’s lives and make a real difference to our community.
- Trustees are the people who lead the charity and decide how it is run. They play a vital role in helping to define and develop the work of the charity.
- Trustees work alongside the management team, using their skills and experience to help the charity to define and achieve its strategic aims. But they do not undertake the day-to-day work of running the organisation.
- Trustees give their time on a voluntary basis. They are not paid fees, but they can claim reasonable expenses.
Crossroads Care Surrey encourage candidates who can help increase the diversity of the Board to make their organisation more inclusive - especially those who have an interest in making a difference to the lives of unpaid carers across Surrey.
Could this be the ideal role for me?
To be considered for this role, you will require the following:
- Commitment to the organisation.
- Willingness to devote the necessary time and effort.
- Excellent networking skills, influencing and communications skills
- An understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities, and liabilities of trusteeship.
- Good, independent judgement and to work effectively as a member of a team.
What's in it for you?
- Volunteering experience
- Involvement in senior management teams and board activity
- Working with different sets of people
- Specific experience within the different teams
- General management experience
- Annual strategic away day with Trustees and Senior Management Team
We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or other category protected by law.
These unremunerated roles are open to all. To apply for these exceptional opportunities, please submit your CV and supporting statement.
If you would like to have an initial discussion with Sandra Smith, Associate Director of Charisma Charity Recruitment, prior to submitting your application, please contact us to arrange.
Closing date for applications: 16 February 2025
We are working in partnership with Community First, a charity who enable individuals and local groups to be the difference they want to see in their local communities. Community First achieve this through connecting and engaging with the community, identifying where essential services could make a difference to peoples’ lives and facilitating this change through the actions of dedicated individuals and organisations.
The charity is now seeking a new Chief Operating Officer (COO) who will run and oversee all aspects of business operations, ensuring services are delivered on time, meet financial and output targets and deliver the required impact for our clients and beneficiaries. The COO will have strong commercial awareness and will drive the business performance of new and more established enterprises and services, optimising their commercial potential to generate a financial return.
The successful candidate will need to demonstrate:
- Experienced leadership and management skills with an empowering style
- Strong commercial background preferred
- Excellent financial and budget management skills
- Hands on attitude and a collaborative approach
- Experience in generating funding streams to sustain and expand
- Confident working with a board of trustees
The new Chief Operating Officer will take responsibility for identifying, developing and implementing new business opportunities across the organisation, including tendering for commissioned work, either as a single organisation or in partnership with others, and the identification and pursuit of new commercial opportunities where Community First can generate a financial return. The COO will also contribute to the way in which the organisation is viewed by the public, our stakeholders, funders and customers.
The successful candidate will have excellent planning and organisational skills and the ability to influence and engage with a wide range of stakeholders. The new COO will have an entrepreneurial and commercial approach with the ability to translate ideas in action and manage services which can deliver social impact and maximise financial return. You will be a Strong team player, with ability to communicate effectively with colleagues at all levels combined with a positive and professional approach demonstrating integrity and honesty.
This is a fantastic opportunity, if you feel you have the skills and experience we would like to hear from you. Your application should include your CV and supporting statement.
We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or other category protected by law.
Location: South Hampshire with travel around Hampshire and Hybrid working
Closing date for applications: 9 February 2025
Interview dates: TBC
We are delighted to be working in partnership with London City Mission (LCM). LCM is passionate about sharing the love of God and the good news of Jesus Christ with the least reached in London, and to do this in partnership with churches.
We are seeking a London Church Engagement Manager to lead on developing gospel partnerships with churches in London. In this role, you’ll take the lead in expanding the number of giving churches and forging partnerships that enhance commitments in donations, prayer, and volunteering, all aimed at reaching those who are least likely to hear the good news of Jesus Christ.
As London Church Engagement Manager you’ll collaborate closely with the ministries and training departments, engaging in inspiring conversations with churches about the financial aspects of church partnerships. Plus, you’ll connect churches with a missionary, fostering strong and lasting relationships with LCM.
The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate:
- At least three years’ fundraising experience
- A track record of successfully engaging with, and fundraising from, churches
- Proven experience of developing and managing relationships with church leaders
- An in-depth understanding of the UK Evangelical Church including awareness of a range of theological positions.
You will be part of a charity that has daily and weekly staff prayer meetings, monthly team days that include worship and teaching, and lots of opportunities to live out your faith. If you possess this unique blend of gifting and skills, along with a deep desire to support LCM’s mission to reach those who may be less likely to encounter the message of Jesus in London, then we would love to hear from you.
Please see the Candidate Pack for more details.
Your application should include your CV and supporting statement.
We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion*, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law.
*In accordance with the equality act 2010 it is a genuine occupational requirement that the post holder is a practicing evangelical Christian and in agreement with the LCM statement of faith.
Hours: Part time (24 hours per week)
Location: Hybrid, London (min on-site two days per week)
Please note applications are being reviewed on receipt and interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis. When a suitable candidate is found the role will close, so please apply without delay to avoid disappointment.
We are delighted to be working in partnership with London City Mission (LCM). LCM is passionate about sharing the love of God and the good news of Jesus Christ with the least reached in London, and to do this in partnership with churches.
We are seeking a Church Reps Manager to mobilise churches to actively engage in gospel outreach. You’ll build financial, prayer, and volunteer support through a nominated Church Rep, creating a vibrant community of partnership. In this role, you’ll work closely with Church Reps to share an inspiring vision of reaching the one in two people who might not otherwise hear the good news, both in London and beyond. Together, with LCM’s resources, you’ll help empower churches to amplify their outreach efforts.
The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate:
- At least two years fundraising experience
- Excellent communications experience (writing copy, creating content)
- Experience of developing and implementing a strategy
- Strong influencing and interpersonal skills
You will be part of a charity that has daily and weekly staff prayer meetings, monthly team days that include worship and teaching, and lots of opportunities to live out your faith. If you possess this unique blend of gifting and skills, along with a deep desire to support LCM’s mission to reach those who may be less likely to encounter the message of Jesus in London, then we would love to hear from you.
Please see the Candidate Pack for more details.
Your application should include your CV and supporting statement.
We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion*, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law.
*In accordance with the equality act 2010 it is a genuine occupational requirement that the post holder is a practicing evangelical Christian and in agreement with the LCM statement of faith.
Hours: Part-time, 32 hours (inclusive of lunch breaks)
Location: Hybrid, London (min on-site two days per week)
Closing date for applications: applications are being reviewed on receipt and interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis. When a suitable candidate is found the role will close so please apply without delay to avoid disappointment.
We are delighted to be working in partnership with London City Mission (LCM). LCM is passionate about sharing the love of God and the good news of Jesus Christ with the least reached in London, and to do this in partnership with churches.
We are seeking a Legacy Giving Manager to develop strong, gospel-centered partnerships with a growing community of legacy pledgers. You’ll craft compelling propositions that give pledgers confidence their legacy gift to LCM will create a lasting gospel impact. You’ll provide them with meaningful ways to connect with LCM, so they can understand the impact of their gift more deeply.
You’ll also collaborate with external specialists and LCM’s finance team to ensure a sensitive, relational approach with family executors, while handling the efficient, accurate administration of all legacy gifts to meet audit standards.
The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate:
- Have at least two years fundraising experience
- Excellent experience of creating fundraising or marketing campaigns with a compelling call to action
- Proven experience of growing income through relationship fundraising
- Experience of managing projects involving internal stakeholders and external suppliers
You will be part of a charity that has daily and weekly staff prayer meetings, monthly team days that include worship and teaching, and lots of opportunities to live out your faith. If you possess this unique blend of gifting and skills, along with a deep desire to support LCM’s mission to reach those who may be less likely to encounter the message of Jesus in London, then we would love to hear from you.
Please see the Candidate Pack for more details.
Your application should include your CV and supporting statement.
We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion*, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law.
*In accordance with the equality act 2010 it is a genuine occupational requirement that the post holder is a practicing evangelical Christian and in agreement with the LCM statement of faith.
Hours: Full time, 40 hours (inclusive of lunch breaks)
Location: Hybrid, London (min on-site two days per week)
Please note applications are being reviewed on receipt and interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis. When a suitable candidate is found the role will close, so please apply without delay to avoid disappointment.
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