We are excited to be working in partnership with Hope Street Church in Wrexham. The church is a thriving, fast-growing church community, established in 2021 as a resource church. They are dedicated to reaching young people, training leaders, and planting new churches. In just four years, it has drawn a diverse congregation from across North East Wales and beyond. With an inspiring vision to be a people of hope, following Jesus and giving themselves away to see Wrexham renewed. With a passion for sharing the good news, revitalising the church, and transforming society in Jesus’ name, Hope Street Church is making a lasting impact in Wrexham.

We are looking for a practicing Christian with excellent organisational skills, a keen eye for detail, and a servant-hearted leadership style to become their new Head of Operations. This vital role will ensure the smooth running of the church’s administrative, financial, and operational functions. Overseeing finance, HR, compliance, safeguarding, facilities, and events, you’ll play a key part in supporting the church’s mission, vision, and many life impacting ministries. 

The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate:

• Proven experience in operations, administration, or facilities management.
• Strong financial acumen, including budgeting and payroll experience.
• Experience in HR processes, including recruitment and performance management.
• A committed Christian with a heart for the mission and values of the church.

If you have a heart for Wrexham, then this is a wonderful opportunity to join a church community with 15+ ministries dedicated to transforming lives and sharing God’s love. This is your chance to use your God given gifts, skills, and experience to make a real impact. Could this opportunity be for 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.

*In accordance with the Equality Act 2010, Part 1, Schedule 9, it is a genuine occupational requirement that the post holder is a practicing Christian.

Closing date for applications: Sunday 27th April 

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.

This is a unique opportunity to lead Tearfund’s Partnerships team at a time of bold ambition and global impact. With a vision to grow high-value income significantly in the years ahead, Tearfund is seeking an inspiring, strategic, and spiritually grounded leader to step into this pivotal role.

Tearfund is a Christian charity that partners with local churches and organisations in over 50 countries to tackle poverty and injustice. Their mission is clear: to see people freed from poverty, living transformed lives, and fulfilling their God-given potential. With over 50 years of experience, Tearfund responds to disasters, empowers communities, and challenges unjust systems – all through the local church.

As Director of Partnerships, you will lead a team of over 20 passionate fundraisers located across the UK and internationally. You’ll oversee relationships with high-value individuals, trusts, and foundations – both in the UK and globally – with an ambitious aim to drive unrestricted and restricted income to new heights. This is a role where your leadership will directly impact lives around the world.

We’re looking for a senior leader with proven success in high-value donor engagement, someone who thrives on building cross-cultural partnerships and managing complex, high-stakes fundraising strategies. You’ll bring deep expertise in strategic planning, a strong Christian faith, and a heart for relational fundraising that is as meaningful as it is measurable.

You’ll be responsible for guiding strategy, nurturing key external relationships, and fostering a team culture of excellence, growth, and spiritual depth. This is more than just a fundraising leadership role – it’s a ministry that calls for courage, compassion, and conviction.

Applications should include your CV and a supporting statement outlining how you meet the requirements of the role – including the genuine occupational requirement to be a practising Christian.

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 work, there is an Occupational Requirement that the postholder is a practising Christian under the Equality Act 2010, Part 1, Schedule 9.

Location: Hybrid – remote with occasional in-person days at a UK Tearfund office

Closing date: Monday 28 April 2025
Interviews with Charisma: Must be completed by 3 May 2025
First stage interviews with Tearfund: 13, 14 or 15 May (online)
Final interviews: 21 May 2025 (in person)

 

We are working in partnership with Surrey Wildlife Trust (SWT) to secure their new Head of Fundraising & Communications. SWT provide expert advice and guidance to landowners and managers, while inspiring and educating people and organisations across the county on what they can do to help tackle the ongoing climate emergency, while supporting the health and wellbeing of all who live in Surrey. By doing this, SWT will create a county that is full of diverse and abundant wildlife, where nature is at the heart of individual choices, corporate decisions, and local economic and policy making.

An exciting opportunity has risen for a driven, passionate and experienced senior fundraiser to lead transformational fundraising and communications across the organisation. As Head of Fundraising & Communications, you will lead a dynamic and talented team to develop and deliver a powerful fundraising strategy that expands and diversifies income. From major donors to corporate partnerships, membership growth to trusts & foundations, you will ensure SWT have the financial strength to support their ambitious conservation goals.

You will also drive their mission-led communications, engaging a wide range of audiences through PR, marketing, digital, and social media to enhance awareness and inspire action through compelling campaigns and appeals.

Candidates must be able to demonstrate:

• Proven experience in fundraising leadership, with expertise across multiple income streams
• A track record of securing major gifts and partnerships
• Strong strategic leadership skills, able to inspire and motivate teams
• Excellent relationship-building abilities with donors, corporates, and key stakeholders
• Experience in marketing, PR, and digital communications to enhance engagement

A passion for wildlife, conservation, and nature recovery, a creative, storytelling mindset and the ability to inspire others to maximise their potential, will be essential.

Are you ready to play a key role in protecting and restoring Surrey’s wildlife while ensuring a financially sustainable future for nature?

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. 

SWT are committed to having an inclusive and diverse workplace and encourage applications from backgrounds which may be underrepresented in our sector, including people from minority ethnic backgrounds and people with disabilities.  We aim to offer an interview to all candidates that meet the essential criteria for the post. Please let us know if you require any adjustment to make our recruitment process more accessible.

Location: Pirbright, Surrey / hybrid (minimum of 2 days a week onsite)

Closing date: 21 April 2025

Charisma interviews must be completed by EOD Thursday 24 April in preparation for submission of the shortlist on the 25th. 

We are thrilled to be partnering once again with World Vision UK. As a global Christian humanitarian organisation, World Vision is devoted to tackling the root causes of poverty and injustice, empowering children, families, and communities to thrive. With a commitment to faith in action, they bring transformation to the most vulnerable – driven by God’s unconditional love and compassion.

We’re now seeking an experienced and visionary Head of Fundraising Insights and Research to join their Fundraising Senior Leadership Team. This is a strategic, high-impact role for a data-driven leader who can unlock insight to maximise supporter engagement and drive income growth. You’ll shape and lead the research and insight function, transforming data into clear strategies that sharpen targeting, deepen donor relationships, and enhance campaign performance.

You’ll also lead the development of new supporter segmentation strategies, harness technology to improve CRM systems, and play a key role in World Vision’s ambitious plans to scale Child Sponsorship. From AI-driven analytics to performance dashboards and predictive modelling – this is a hands-on leadership role where your insights will directly fuel mission impact.

The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate:

• Significant leadership experience in research, data analysis, or fundraising insight, ideally within the non-profit or digital fundraising space.
• Expertise in donor segmentation, data-driven decision-making, and fundraising analytics.
• Proven ability to lead a team, communicate complex insights clearly, and influence senior stakeholders.
• Strong technical skills including CRM systems (e.g. Salesforce), data compliance (GDPR), and advanced Excel capabilities.
• A passion for innovation – with an eye on emerging technologies like AI, machine learning, and automation tools.

This is a unique opportunity for a practising Christian professional to lead with purpose. You’ll join a passionate, faith-led team committed to transforming lives and championing the wellbeing of the world’s most vulnerable children.

Applications 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, or any other category protected by law.

*In accordance with the Equality Act 2010, Part 1, Schedule 9, it is a genuine occupational requirement that the post holder is a practicing Christian and in agreement with World Vision’s mission and values.

Contract & Hours: Part or full-time considered, World Vision are open to flexible working requests for this role.
Location: Hybrid/Milton Keynes (Min 2 days per week onsite)

Closing date for applications: Tuesday 15 April
Charisma vetting interviews must be completed by 23 April
First round interviews: 30 April / 1 May (online)
Final round interviews: 7 May (online)

 

We are thrilled to be working in partnership with World Vision. As a global Christian humanitarian charity, World Vision is dedicated to tackling the root causes of poverty and injustice, empowering children, families, and communities to thrive. Through advocacy, emergency relief, and long-term development, they bring hope and transformation where it’s needed most. At the heart of their mission is a deep commitment to demonstrating God’s unconditional love.

We are looking for an experienced fundraising leader to become their new Senior Head of Relationship Fundraising. This is a wonderful opportunity for a practising Christian to shape and scale high-impact relational fundraising. You will lead and integrate Philanthropy, Trusts & Foundations, and Legacy giving into a high-performing team, driving income beyond £10 million annually.

You’ll champion innovation, and personally steward ultra-high-net-worth donors while ensuring data-driven, replicable fundraising models. As a strategic and relational leader, you’ll bring operational excellence, spiritual maturity, and a coaching mindset to a dynamic, growing team.

Externally, you’ll be a visible ambassador, inspiring partners, representing World Vision UK at key events, and engaging with supporters. Internally, you’ll work cross-functionally to embed relationship fundraising into a multi-channel strategy that delivers exceptional supporter experiences. 

The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate:

• Proven track record of leading and scaling high-value fundraising programmes (philanthropy, legacies, and/or trusts & foundations), ideally within a complex or global organisation.
• Demonstrable success in delivering sustainable, multi-million-pound income growth through relationship fundraising.
• Experience of managing and coaching high-performing teams, with the ability to embed accountability, ownership, and development at all levels.
• Excellent project management and organisational skills, capable of delivering results in a dynamic, multi-stakeholder environment.

This is an incredible opportunity for a practising Christian fundraising professional to join a passionate team dedicated to serving the world’s most vulnerable children. You’ll help bring in vital income that will transform lives and make a real difference for children in need across the world.

Your application should include your CV and supporting statement, explaining how you believe you match the requirements of the role, including the genuine occupational requirement to be a practicing Christian.

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, Part 1, Schedule 9, it is a genuine occupational requirement that the post holder is a practicing Christian and in agreement with World Vision’s mission and values.

UK-based applicants only.
Location: Hybrid/Milton Keynes (Min 2 days per week onsite)

Closing date for applications: Sunday 13 April
Charisma vetting interviews must be completed by Wednesday 16th April
First round interviews: Tuesday 25 and Friday 28 April (online)
Final round interviews: Wednesday 7 May (in-person)

We are thrilled to be partnering with Premier. For nearly 30 years, Premier has been a source of inspiration, encouragement, and spiritual nourishment, helping people live out their Christian faith in meaningful ways.

From its beginnings in 1995 with uplifting radio and magazine content, Premier has grown and evolved, staying at the forefront of the digital revolution. Today, Premier offers a rich mix of websites, podcasts, videos, live events, and more—bringing worship, teaching, music, prayer, and real-life stories straight into people’s lives.

We’re looking for a passionate Key Relationships Manager to build and nurture meaningful connections with major donor and corporate supporters. This role plays a crucial part in securing substantial financial support, with a focus on achieving an annual six-figures income target. The funds raised will directly contribute to advancing Premier’s mission, enabling the charity to continue inspiring and support more individuals on their faith journey. In this exciting role, you’ll develop and implement creative strategies to engage Major Donors and secure new business, with a focus on corporate partnerships in London.

The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate:

• 3 years+ experience working in face-to-face donor cultivation (this can be in Corporate or Major Donor fundraising roles).
• Proven success in relationship building and securing five and six figure gifts.
• Excellent at relationship building with a natural ability to adapt appropriately to different audiences.
• Exceptional organisational and administrative skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently.

If you love building relationships, making a real impact, and have a heart for Christian media, this could be a fantastic opportunity for you. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an inspiring Christian charity dedicated to sharing the good news of the Gospel. You’ll be part of a supportive, encouraging team that uplifts one another, works together with purpose, and prays together.

Your application should include your CV and supporting statement, explaining how you believe you match the requirements of the role, including the genuine occupational requirement to be a practicing Christian.

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, Part 1, Schedule 9, it is a genuine occupational requirement that the post holder is a practicing Christian. 

Location: Hybrid/Office/Travel around London

Closing date for applications: 21 April

However, applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis, so please apply without delay to avoid disappointment.

We are delighted to be working in partnership with London Seminary to secure their new Partnership and Development Manager.

Are you passionate about individuals being equipped with a deep understanding of Scripture? 

Do you thrive in a dynamic and forward-thinking environment?

Would you feel excited about making a meaningful impact that helps equip future generations of pastors and Christian workers?

For nearly 50 years, London Seminary has been at the forefront of theological education, equipping individuals with deep insights into Scripture, fostering practical ministry skills, and igniting transformative growth in godliness. As a dynamic and forward-thinking institution, they are passionately committed to fostering a vibrant and exhilarating community where personal development flourishes, theological exploration thrives, and an enriched understanding of Christ sparks excitement. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of London Seminary, joining a passionate team that inspires and empowers the future generation of pastors and Christian workers.

London Seminary are seeking a dynamic Partnership & Development Manager. This is an exciting role offering an incredible opportunity to contribute to their expansion efforts in partnership building, fundraising, and income generation. They're in search of an ambitious and enthusiastic team player with outstanding interpersonal and fundraising abilities, poised to excel alongside their dedicated staff team.

The Partnership and Development Manager will partner closely with the COO to influence the trajectory of London Seminary's future. Your role will extend to providing vital support to the COO during outreach engagements within Christian churches and partnership events. Furthermore, you'll work alongside the Principal to spearhead the implementation of innovative initiatives aimed at raising awareness of our mission and outreach efforts.

The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate:

• Being an excellent networker that can build strong long lasting relationships
• Experience in researching and identifying fundraising opportunities with trusts, foundations and supporters
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

This is an exciting time to join London Seminary, where you'll be welcomed into a nurturing and encouraging team environment. Plus, you'll enjoy the added benefit of a tasty lunch on-site, courtesy of their skilled Italian chef.

Your application should include your CV and supporting statement, explaining how you believe you match the requirements of the role, including the genuine occupational requirement to be a practicing Christian.

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 Christian and in agreement with the London Seminary Statement of Theological Position and Doctrinal Basis.

Hours: 37.5 hours (Part-time considered, min 30 hours)

Location: Hybrid (min 2 days on-site), London + travel. 

Closing date: 21st April 2025

Charisma vetting interviews must be completed by 23 April 2025

First stage interviews with London Seminary will be conducted on a rolling basis: Before and After the closing date (online)

Second stage interviews with London Seminary: w/c 28 April 2025 (in-person)

Youth representative invited to join charity Board of Trustees!

Do you have lived experience as a refugee or asylum seeker?

Are you aged 17 – 25 years?

New Citizens’ Gateway is seeking a youth representative to join their Board of Trustees, and you could be an amazing part of helping this charity grow. This will be a fantastic opportunity to gain new skills, including learning how charities run and building leadership and networking abilities. No experience required and trustee training will be offered.

New Citizens’ Gateway is a charity in Barnet, London that empowers refugees and asylum seekers to foster a sense of belonging, integrate into the UK and rebuild their lives, through advice and guidance, campaigning, ESOL classes, community classes and groups, counselling, wellbeing services, youth activities and mentoring. 

Board meetings are held four times a year in addition to attending occasional networking, fundraising and ceremonial events and meetings. All reasonable expenses will be covered by the charity. We anticipate a 1-2 hour monthly time commitment. 

To apply, please send a short written paragraph explaining a little about yourself and/or why you would like to be part of the Board, and send to info@charismarecruitment.co.uk 

Closing date: 12th May 2025

Charisma vetting interviews must be completed by the EOD on Monday 19th in preparation for submission to NCG on Tuesday 20th May.

We are working in partnership with New Citizens’ Gateway, a charity that empowers refugees and asylum seekers to foster a sense of belonging, integrate into the UK and rebuild their lives. They provide support for refugees and asylum seekers across London and beyond through a holistic model and multifaceted approach, which acknowledges the whole person and all their physical, social, emotional, and spiritual needs. Their services including advice and guidance, campaigning, ESOL classes, community classes and groups, counselling, wellbeing services, youth activities and mentoring. 

New Citizens’ Gateway (NCG) are actively developing their Board and are now seeking new Trustees, bringing fresh skills and professional backgrounds to help continue their growth. The new trustees will join a collaborative and ambitious team and will be responsible for providing strategic support related to their area of expertise and support overall governance and leadership of the organisation.

NCG wants its Board to reflect the people it serves, so they actively encourage candidates to apply with lived experience of the refugee and/or forced migration journey to rebuilding your life in the U.K.

Key skills and experience are sought, although not limited to, the following areas: 

• Finance / wealth management
• Fundraising
• Marketing and communications
• Youth work
• NGO leadership

However, the Board is open to expressions of interest from candidates who do not possess skills in these areas, but that would like to be considered as a Board member. 

Board meetings are held four times a year (hybrid) in addition to attending occasional networking, fundraising and ceremonial events and meetings. All reasonable expenses will be covered by the charity. We anticipate a 1-2-hour monthly time commitment. 

If you do not match the criteria for this role, please don’t be put off from applying - training and support can be agreed for the right candidate.

Your expression of interest 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: 12th May 2025

Charisma vetting interviews must be completed by the EOD on Monday 19th in preparation for submission to NCG on Tuesday 20th May.

Interviews with NCG: TBC

International Mission to Jewish People (IMJP) is a faith-driven organisation with a nearly 200-year history of taking the Good News of Jesus to Jewish people worldwide. We are dedicated to seeing lives transformed through our mission, operating across the UK, USA, and beyond.

We're partnering with IMJP to recruit a strategic and dynamic Director of Finance and Operations to play a pivotal role in shaping the organisation’s operational and financial future.

This is an exciting opportunity for a mission-driven leader to ensure IMJP’s financial and operational functions support its expanding global vision. You will oversee finance, HR, IT, compliance, and governance, enabling the charity to grow and sustain its impact effectively.

As a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will work closely with the CEO and Board of Trustees, providing expert financial oversight and ensuring robust systems are in place to support IMJP’s mission. You will also contribute to the charity’s international growth, particularly as it establishes operations in the USA and the Netherlands.

We are looking for someone who can:

• Provide strategic financial leadership, overseeing budgets, audits, and compliance
• Develop and maintain strong operational frameworks to support growth and efficiency
• Lead and develop a high-performing, mission-driven team
• Ensure HR, governance, and IT systems are fit for purpose and align with best practices
• Partner with the CEO and Board of Trustees to shape long-term strategy and sustainability

If you would like an informal conversation, please contact Adam Stacey, Managing Director at Charisma Charity Recruitment, either by email at info@charismarecruitment.co.uk or on 01962 813 300.

Applications should include a CV and supporting statement. Please see the candidate pack for full details.

All applicants must be wholeheartedly committed to the aims, ethos, and values of IMJP. 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.

Closing date: 22 April 2025
First stage interviews with IMJP: w/c 6 May 2025
Second stage interviews with IMJP: w/c 12 May 2025

 

We are working in partnership with Anvil Arts, an independent charitable trust, and the largest performing arts organisation in Hampshire. They operate three fantastic cultural venues in Basingstoke, including The Anvil (1,400-seat), which is renowned as one of the top 5 concert halls in country. Within the same building is The Forge – an intimate 95-seat studio theatre, and in the heart of the town centre is The Haymarket, a 400-seat theatre set within a Grade II listed building.

Anvil Arts creates a year-round programme encompassing the best in music, performance, cultural education, arts participation, and outreach work. Since opening in 1994, they have sold over 5,000,000 tickets and brought audiences to Basingstoke from as far afield as Argentina, Iceland, Canada, and Japan. 

They are now seeking to appoint new Trustees. Experienced and committed individuals are sought to join and expand the Board, supporting the implementation of the organisation’s ambitious plans and to make a major contribution to the future success of the organisation. 

We actively encourage expressions of interest from individuals with experience in any the following key areas: 

• Finance
• Fundraising
• Community Engagement / Learning and Participation
• Commercial Arts

A successful candidate must be able to demonstrate the following:

• A commitment to Anvil Arts and its objectives, and a willingness to devote the necessary time and effort to the duties of a trustee.
• Previous experience as a trustee is desired although not essential.
• Finance: Post-qualification membership of a recognised professional accountancy body (e.g. ACCA or CIMA) or qualified by experience
• Fundraising: Fundraising experience, ideally with exposure to fundraising in the arts and culture sector
• Community Engagement: Experience of serving in a role focused on community engagement, participation, or outreach
• Commercial Arts: Substantial commercial experience at the executive level running either an artistic programme or the commercial aspects of a venue at a similar scale. Ideally someone with broad programme experience

We are seeking strategic and creative individuals, with good communication and interpersonal skills, tact, and diplomacy, who can serve the Board with integrity, fairness, and independent judgement. 4 Board meetings are held annually, which are a mix of in-person and virtual, plus an Away Day and opportunities to support and attend events. Trustees can serve for three years, with the option to remain on for a second term.

Your expression of interest should include your CV and supporting statement.

We welcome and encourage expressions of interest 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: 4th May 2025

Interview with Anvil Arts: w/c 19th May onwards

Charisma vetting interviews must be completed by the EOD on Friday 9th May in preparation for submission to Anvil Arts on Monday 12th May

We are delighted to work with Westway CT who, due to retirement, are now seeking an experienced, qualified Finance Manager. 

Westway CT is a non-profit social enterprise tackling isolation and creating community in West London through the provision of transport services and dedicated drivers offering a lifeline for community groups, older people, and anyone facing challenges using public transport across Kensington & Chelsea, Westminster, and Hammersmith & Fulham.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Finance Manager who, reporting to the CEO, will play a key role in the running of two interconnected entities; a registered society, and its trading arm, which supports and subsidises their charitable aims. In so doing, the successful candidate will be helping to lead the way in a sustainable community benefit model that creates its own income by being part of the wider London transport mix, contributing to the local economy and working towards better air quality. 

With line management responsibility of the Finance Officer, you will be an accredited qualified accountant, preferably with non-profit sector experience, with the ability to lead on the financial management of the organisation. 

The successful candidate will:

• Demonstrate a strong track record of managing a finance function producing budgets, management accounts, cash flow forecasts and financial reports.
• Have excellent understanding of charity governance, including reporting standards and preparation of statutory accounts, VAT, PAYE and Pension regulations.
• Be able to conduct financial scenario planning and cost analysis to proactively contribute to the strategic and operational planning and improvement of the organisation (i.e. in the case of investments and capital assets, grant applications, contract tendering, customer pricing, and credit control).
• Be a highly organised team player with good communication skills, working closely with internal colleagues and external stakeholders of varying financial experience.
• Provide excellent line management and effective leadership to encourage individual growth and success.
• Be proficient in Microsoft Office 365, Excel, Sage 50 and/or another similar accounting software.

Responsible for the day-to-day finances, you will have a hands-on approach, exceptional time management skills, and the ability to work to tight deadlines in order to make an active contribution to the success and growth of Westway CT who are passionate about their community and making a tangible difference to the lives of local residents.

Westway CT is an equal opportunities and London Living Wage employer. 

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.

Closing date: 4 April 2025

Applications are being reviewed by Charisma on a rolling basis, so please apply without delay to avoid disappointment.

Westway CT interviews will be held on 9 April 2025. 

We are working in partnership with Richard House Children’s Hospice to secure their new Director of Income Generation.

An exciting opportunity has risen for a driven and experienced fundraiser. The postholder will be responsible for the leadership and development of the fundraising team, fostering a high-performing and motivated environment. Evaluating current fundraising initiatives to ensure an effective balance between long term activities and driving immediate income, analysing income streams to manage performance, growth and ROI and scoping opportunities to capitalise on existing income streams and develop actionable plans to diverse and grow fundraised income will be strong focus of this role. The Director will also take personal responsibility for major donors and cultivating and negotiating high value and/or high-profile fundraising partnerships. 

This role is offered on an interim basis due to a desired quick start date, but with the option to become permanent.

Successful candidates must be able to demonstrate:

• Proven fundraising experience and a sound working knowledge of all main fundraising methods and streams.
• Track record of delivery at strategic and operational business level, and able to translate strategic vision into clear direction for the organisation and line reports.
• A track record of managing teams, both salaried and volunteers, to deliver fundraising targets, and with a proven ability to recruit, train and monitor performance. 
• Experience of budget creation and management.

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence and persuade; an innovative, ambitious and proactive leadership style, with the ability to inspire others to maximise their potential, 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.

Contract: Interim (10-month contract), with the option to go permanent

Location: Hybrid / East London, 1-2 days a week in the office preferred with additional travel to meet with donors, funders and partners.

Closing date: 31st March 2025

Due to the nature of the role, Charisma will be reviewing applications and actioning on a rolling basis. Candidates with availability and/or notice periods of a month or less are actively encouraged to apply.

Do you have senior leadership Charity finance experience, with a commercial acumen?

We are delighted to be working with Valley Leisure Ltd (VLL), an independent charitable trust, with a 35-year history of improving people’s health & wellbeing, based in North Hampshire. Due to retirement, VLL are looking for a new Head of Finance, providing a great opportunity for a qualified accountant to lead on the strategic and operational financial management of the charity. 

As an income generating charity, with little reliance on grants of funding, VLL deliver their charitable objectives whilst being commercially minded with a passion for improving health and wellbeing in the community. Forward thinking and innovative in their approach they have successfully expanded their social enterprise Riverside Activity Zone extending their entertainment offering to reach a wider community audience. 

With values that align with those of VLL, you will be experienced in all aspects of finance, a qualified accountant (or part-qualified with relevant experience) With one direct report, you will play a pivotal part in an experienced and established Senior Leadership Team and a wider, collaborative and energetic team.

With strong leadership qualities you will:

• Be a qualified accountant or part-qualified with relevant experience (CIMA/CIPFA/ACCA/ACA or equivalent) with strategic and operational finance management experience, including financial process, income and expenditure management, reporting, year-end, audit, statutory and management account production, establishing and monitoring effective financial controls.
• Understand the charity environment and wider landscape, with a successful track record of working with a Trustee Board or a leadership team.
• Demonstrate experience of costing projects with a full-cost recovery approach as well as a high level of IT competency, including the use of Technology, Microsoft Office and SAGE
• Up-to-date knowledge of charity SORP regulations and requirements, and experience of payroll and pensions is desirable.

Responsible for the VLL’s day to day finances, you will have a hands-on approach, excellent time management skills, and able to work to tight deadlines in order to make an active contribution to the success and growth of the charity.

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: Part time – 22-24 hours over 3-4 days per week

Location: Andover / Hybrid with regular remote working to be agreed

Closing date: 31st March 2025

Applications are being reviewed by Charisma on a rolling basis, so please apply without delay to avoid disappointment.

We are delighted to be working with Restore, an Oxfordshire-based charity that has been offering employment support to people with mental ill-health since 1977. Restore supports people - through recovery groups, coaching and learning - to take control of their own recovery, develop skills, and progress towards their own goals to live more fulfilling lives. It works within the community to increase knowledge, awareness and reduce stigma associated with mental ill health. Restore is also home to the Oxfordshire Recovery College for therapeutic peer learning and is an expert provider of formal mental health training.

Restore are now seeking to appoint a Treasurer, along with additional Trustees to join the Board to support the organisation to achieve its goals. They will have a strategic role ensuring that the organisation complies with its purpose, charity law and company law and that the organisation pursues its objectives as defined in its governing document.

The Treasurer will have relevant accounting/finance experience to oversee all financial aspects of Restore, on behalf of the Board, to ensure its short and long-term sustainability. They will partner with the CEO and Head of Finance and Administration, along with chairing the Finance sub-committee to ensure that Restore operates within the financial guidelines set out in current legislation, by the charity commission and in Restore’s governing document.

The Trustees Restore is keen to talk to will have specialist skills and experience in one of the following areas:

• Senior safeguarding experience
• Clinical expertise in mental health 

Aside from specialist skills, the successful candidates will need excellent communication skills with great leadership qualities, the ability to confidently lead the Board, promote a collaborative team, deliver the vision of the charity and bring people together.

For each of these roles, the successful candidates will need these essential skills:

• Some Board-level or governance-related experience
• Strategic vision and sound independent judgement
• Creative thinking and problem solving
• An understanding of legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship
• A commitment to and passion for Restore’s aims and objectives 
• Integrity, objectivity, accountability, honesty and leadership.

Restore has been a fairly diverse board over the years and are still looking for ways to improve. The Board recognises the need to be entirely representative of the community it serves in Oxfordshire and is keen for the board to reflect it. We welcome and encourage adult applicants of all ages, gender, ethnicity, sexuality, sexual orientation, socio-economic background, religion, neurodiversity and lived experience. 

Time Commitments:
You’ll need to be able to:

• Attend quarterly board meetings from 4:30pm to 7pm. 
• Attend the Annual General Meeting (AGM) alongside the CEO once per year.
• The Treasurer will Chair the Finance Sub Committee
• Trustees will join a Sub Committee linked to skill set, in order to get a proper feel for what is going on and contribute to discussion and decision-making.
• Make visits to recovery groups and head office teams to ensure you stay close to the services we are providing
• Correspond by email to discuss items and make decisions between meetings
• Attend other activities/fundraising events. 

Meetings are currently hybrid, where attendance can be in person or online. Restore are aware that people who are working full-time or have family/other responsibilities may not always be able to travel to the meetings in person. It is important that Trustees are able to visit services, attend at least some meetings in person and have a connection with the community to which we deliver services. With this in mind, it’s unlikely that you will be based outside of Oxfordshire and its surrounding counties. 

Tenure: 
Trustees can join at any time during the year but are formally appointed at the November AGM for a three-year term at a time which can be extended twice (plus an extra year by agreement).

If you feel you have a passion for mental health and the aims of this charity, we would like to hear from you. Your application should include your CV and supporting statement.

Closing date: 21 April 2025
 

We are delighted to be working with Restore, an Oxfordshire-based charity that has been offering employment support to people with mental ill-health since 1977. Restore supports people - through recovery groups, coaching and learning - to take control of their own recovery, develop skills, and progress towards their own goals to live more fulfilling lives. It works within the community to increase knowledge, awareness and reduce stigma associated with mental ill health. Restore is also home to the Oxfordshire Recovery College for therapeutic peer learning and is an expert provider of formal mental health training.

Restore are now seeking to appoint a Chair of Trustees to provide leadership and direction to the Board of Trustees as their current Chair will step down later this year after ten years. The Chair will lead the Board of Trustees and work closely with the charity’s CEO and Executive Team to achieve its goals. They will have a strategic role ensuring that the organisation complies with its purpose, charity law and company law and that the organisation pursues its objectives as defined in its governing document.

The Chair will also ensure that the Board functions properly and that effective decisions are made and implemented. The Chair, alongside the CEO, acts as a spokesperson and advocate for the organisation.

The successful candidate is likely to have Board experience as a Chair or Deputy Chair although you may have been a Trustee for some years and now be looking for your next step. You will have excellent communication skills with great leadership qualities, the ability to confidently lead the Board, promote a collaborative team, deliver the vision of the charity and bring people together.

Essential skills:

• Board-level leadership and governance
• Strategic vision and sound independent judgement
• Creative thinking and problem solving
• An understanding of legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship
• A commitment to and passion for Restore’s aims and objectives 
• Integrity, objectivity, accountability, honesty and leadership.

Restore has been a fairly diverse board over the years and are still looking for ways to improve. The Board recognises the need to be entirely representative of the community it serves in Oxfordshire and is keen for the board to reflect it. We welcome and encourage adult applicants of all ages, gender, ethnicity, sexuality, sexual orientation, socio-economic background, religion, neurodiversity and lived experience. 

Time Commitments:
You’ll need to be able to:

• Lead quarterly board meetings from 4:30pm to 7pm. 
• Lead the Annual General Meeting (AGM) alongside the CEO once per year.
• Join the Finance Sub Committee and attend others as needed to contribute to discussion and decision-making.
• Make visits to our recovery groups and head office teams to ensure you stay close to the services we are providing
• Correspond by email to discuss items and make decisions between meetings
• Attend other activities/fundraising events. 

Meetings are currently hybrid, where attendance can be in person or online. Restore are aware that people who are working full-time or have family/other responsibilities may not always be able to travel to the meetings in person. It is important that Trustees are able to visit services, attend at least some meetings in person and have a connection with the community to which we deliver services. With this in mind, it’s unlikely that you will be based outside of Oxfordshire and its surrounding counties. 

Tenure: 
Trustees can join at any time during the year but are formally appointed at the November AGM for a three-year term at a time which can be extended twice (plus an extra year by agreement).

If you feel you have a passion for mental health and the aims of this charity, we would like to hear from you. Your application should include your CV and supporting statement.

Closing date: 21 April 2025

We are working in partnership with Connect: North Korea, a UK-based organisation established in 2018 to address the complex challenges North Koreans face in building new lives once they’ve reached safety in a free country. The charity now has a global aim: enabling every person who escaped the oppression of North Korea, to heal, grow, and live the life they choose through holistic support programmes. 

Connect: North Korea are actively developing their Board and are now seeking a Treasurer to help continue their growth from a small community start-up into a high-impact, well-renowned, and sustainable international organisation. The Treasurer will join a collaborative and ambitious team and will be responsible for providing strategic support related to financial management and overseeing robust financial processes and governance for continued growth. Individuals are sought who have a strong to commitment to social and racial justice. 

Successful candidates must also be able to demonstrate:

• Minimum of 3 years in a senior finance role.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Knowledge of refugee support and charity governance, and/or lived experience of migration is desired, although not essential. 

The Treasurer can serve for an initial term of three years and will have the opportunity to be re-appointed for a second term (maximum of six years). Board meetings are held four times a year in addition to an away day and sub-committee meetings. All reasonable expenses will be covered by the charity. We anticipate a 2–3-hour monthly time commitment. 

If you do not match the criteria for this role, please don’t be put off from applying - training and support can be agreed for the right candidate.

Your expression of interest 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: 13th April 2025

Charisma is reviewing expressions of interest on a rolling basis. 

Interviews with Connect: North Korea: TBC

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 senior management position, possibly in the third sector, housing, or running a business.
• Experience in managing stakeholder 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 a senior leader with previous experience of leading a team, managing budgets and projects, multi-tasking and who has a passion for meeting housing needs.

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 occasional remote working

Closing date for applications: 13 April 2025
Interviews TBC 

We are delighted to be working with Valley Leisure Ltd (VLL), an independent charitable trust, with a long history of improving people’s health & wellbeing. 

For over 30 years, helping people move more has been at the heart of our charity's mission. Founded in 1987, they managed the leisure contract for Test Valley until 2017. Since stepping away from the leisure contract, they have introduced two new services in the community: Riverside Activity Zone and the I Can Therapy Centre. In 2023, they expanded further with the launch of a third service brand, I Can Connect.

VLL are seeking to appoint a Finance Trustee, with Charity experience, to join their board to provide effective leadership and governance, approving the charity’s strategic direction and objectives, ensuring strong oversight and financial management, advocating for and building relationships for VLL and offering constructive challenge. 

You will have strong judgement, impartiality, strategic thinking, excellent communication, and a clear understanding of trusteeship responsibilities. 

We would specifically like to hear from you if you have:
•    Finance skills within a charity setting

Also considering the following skill set:
•    Supporting people with long-term health conditions
•    Charity leadership,
•    Impact evaluation, 
•    Health innovation, 
•    Marketing,
•    Law  
•    HR 

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
•    Ambassador for VLL

If you feel you possess the skills, and experience, even if you have not been a trustee before, we would like to hear from you.

Applications 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 for applications: 20 April 2025
 
Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis, and the role will be closed sooner than the closing date when a successful appointment is made. Please apply without delay to avoid disappointment.

We are delighted to be working with Valley Leisure Ltd (VLL), an independent charitable trust, with a long history of improving people’s health & wellbeing. 

For over 30 years, helping people move more has been at the heart of our charity's mission. Founded in 1987, they managed the leisure contract for Test Valley until 2017. Since stepping away from the leisure contract, they have introduced two new services in the community: Riverside Activity Zone and the I Can Therapy Centre. In 2023, they expanded further with the launch of a third service brand, I Can Connect.

VLL are now seeking to appoint a Chair of Trustees to provide leadership and direction to the Board of Trustees. The Chairperson will have a strategic role in representing the vision and purpose of the organisation.   The Chairperson will ensure that the organisation complies with its governing document, charity law, company law and any other relevant legislation or regulations and to make sure that the organisation pursues its objectives as defined in its governing document.

The Chairperson will also ensure that the Board functions properly and everyone has a voice and that effective decisions are made and carried out, they will also be an ambassador for the organisation.

Key areas:
•    Strategic Leadership
•    Governance 
•    External Relationships 
•    Board and Trustee Efficiency and Effectiveness
•    Chairing and leading the Board
•    Relationship with the CEO and the wider management team
•    Ambassador for VLL

The successful candidate will have Board experience as a Chair or Deputy Chair.  You will have excellent communication skills with great leadership qualities and the ability to confidently lead with tact and diplomacy and with the ability to foster and promote a collaborative team.  You will deliver the vision of the charity and bring people together and act as an ambassador attending functions and meetings and acting as a spokesperson.  If you feel you can commit to the charity and its strategic objectives and the cause, we would like to hear from you.

For more information, please contact Sandra Smith, Associate Director, 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.

Closing date for applications: 20 April 2025
 
Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis, and the role will be closed sooner than the closing date when a successful appointment is made. 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 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:

• 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.