We are delighted to be partnering with Activate Performing Arts (Activate), a 35-year-old arts charity that brings contemporary performance to communities and landscapes across Dorset, the UK, and Europe. Activate is known for its free-to-access outdoor arts, festivals, and touring work, driven by a belief in creativity as a public good, connecting people, place and artistic expression. Keen to continue its evolution while staying true to Activate’s core values, the organisation stands at a pivotal moment for growth and development.
Activate is now seeking a new Chair of Trustees to lead the Board and support the Artistic & Executive Director in guiding the organisation through the next phase of its development. In this role you will play a key role in shaping the upcoming 3–5-year strategy, supporting Activate prepare for its next Arts Council England National Portfolio application. As Chair, you will also act as an ambassador for Activate through opening networks, championing its work, and supporting the organisation to enhance its visibility and impact.
To succeed in this role, you’ll bring:
- Prior experience as a charity trustee, ideally as Chair, Vice-Chair or committee Chair, with a solid grasp of good governance and Boards.
- Alignment with Activate’s values around free and low-cost access, landscape and nature, equity, diversity and inclusion, and environmental responsibility, with enthusiasm for thoughtful values-led innovation rather than pure commercialisation.
- Fundraising mentality with an understanding of the funding landscape
- A passion and affinity to the arts and culture sector, ideally including performing arts, festivals, arts within landscape or environmental contexts, including nature-based creativity, outdoor arts.
- Confident, inclusive chairing skills, able to bring out quieter voices, hold respectful but robust discussions, and ensure meaningful contribution from all trustees.
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, or any other category protected by law.
Closing date: 29th April 2026
Charisma vetting interviews will be completed on an ongoing basis, so please do apply without delay.
Interviews with Activate: TBC
We are committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment processes. If you have any reasonable adjustments, please confirm in your application, or contact our Operations Teams separately
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Social Media Manager role with MAF UK, leading the digital voice of a global Christian aviation mission bringing help, hope and healing worldwide.
As MAF celebrates its 80th year of service, MAF UK is using aviation to reach isolated communities across Africa, Asia and beyond with help, hope and healing. At a pivotal moment in its history, MAF UK is embracing ambitious growth, integrating people, systems and operations to be more agile, efficient and impactful in its mission.
Why work for MAF UK?
- A significant and creative role within a global Christian aviation mission
- 22 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
- Non-contributory pension scheme (10% employer contribution)
- Training and development (A budget for training is provided for every staff member)
- Supportive, faith-centred team environment with daily prayer and devotional times.
- Location: Hybrid – Folkestone & Cranfield (min 2 days onsite per week)
We’re looking for a creative, strategic and insight-led social media professional who can shape MAF UK’s presence across organic and paid platforms. You’ll bring strong experience in multi-channel social strategy, paid campaigns and community management, and you’ll be genuinely passionate about connecting people with stories of mission and transformation.
In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to:
- Own MAF UK’s multi-channel social strategy, translating organisational priorities into platform-specific plans, editorial calendars and a consistent, values-aligned brand voice
- Design and lead an ambassador and influencer programme that extends the mission’s reach through authentic, ethically-managed partnerships
- Plan, produce and optimise organic and paid social content across Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok and YouTube/Shorts, managing campaigns end-to-end
- Select, brief and manage specialist agencies, creators and freelancers, holding them to KPIs, budgets and brand standards
- Build performance dashboards, run structured experiments and translate insights into clear actions that grow engagement and Donor Income
- Actively participate in MAF UK’s Christian life
This role is subject to a Basic DBS check.
For further details please have a look at the candidate pack
Your application should include your CV and supporting statement.
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 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 practising Christian.
Content and Donor Experience Manager with MAF UK, leading donor engagement and content for a Christian aviation mission serving isolated communities.
As Mission Aviation Fellowship celebrates its 80th year of service, MAF UK is using aviation to reach isolated communities across Africa, Asia and beyond with help, hope and healing. At a pivotal moment in its history, MAF UK is embracing ambitious growth, integrating people, systems and operations to be more agile, efficient and impactful in its mission.
Why work for MAF UK?
- A significant, strategic role within a global Christian aviation mission
- 22 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
- Non-contributory pension scheme (10% employer contribution)
- Training and development (A budget for training is provided for every staff member)
- Supportive, faith-centred team environment with daily prayer and devotional times.
- Location: Hybrid – Folkestone & Cranfield (min 2 days onsite per week)
We’re seeking a creative, insight?led content and fundraising professional to lead the donor experience at MAF UK, you’ll shape how supporters are inspired, engaged and retained across print and digital channels. You’ll bring strong multichannel, CRM and automation experience, and a passion for connecting supporters with powerful stories of mission and transformation.
In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to:
- Own the content and donor experience roadmap across digital and print appeals, email, web, social, magazine and newsletters.
- Design, deliver and optimise automated supporter journeys using CRM and marketing automation platforms.
- Lead editorial direction, commissioning persuasive content and creative assets with a consistent, supporter-centred voice across channels.
- Build audience frameworks, segmentation and contact plans, using data and insight to drive relevance, conversion and income growth.
- Foster experimentation and optimisation, manage the Content and Donor Experience Associate and partners, and actively participate in MAF UK’s Christian life.
This role is subject to a Basic DBS check.
For further details please have a look at the candidate pack
Your application should include your CV and supporting statement.
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 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 practising Christian.
Head of Finance driving sustainability and shaping long-term financial resilience.
Portsmouth Cathedral is a historic and active place of worship and community, serving the City, Diocese and wider public.
As Head of Finance, you will provide strategic financial leadership as part of the Senior Management Team and supporting Chapter to strengthen financial planning, governance and sustainability. You will lead budgeting, forecasting and reporting, oversee compliance and audit, advise on financial risk, performance and sustainability, lead and develop the finance team and improve systems and processes, including potentially establishing a new trading company.
Essentials:
- ICAEW, ACCA or CIMA qualification or similar
- Demonstrable experience in strategic financial leadership, with a track record of leading financial governance, compliance, and team development
- Knowledge of VAT, tax planning, and advanced accounting practices
- Excellent verbal and written communicator
- Excellent analytical and reporting skills, proficient in financial software and Microsoft Office Suite
- Willingness to undertake some basic tasks as part of a small finance team
- Commitment to the highest standards of safeguarding, equal opportunities, and inclusivity
Empathy with the beliefs and values of the Christian Faith and the aims and objectives of the Cathedral.
Terms and Benefits:
- 0.5 FTE / 2.5 days per week - flexible and annualised working arrangements
- 25 days annual leave (pro rata), plus 2 extra days in December and bank holidays
- Pension and healthcare plan
This role will suit a qualified accountant with strong technical expertise, strategic insight and the ability to operate effectively in a collaborative, mission-driven environment. For this role a basic safeguarding check will be required.
Please see the candidate pack for full details.
Key dates
- Closing date: Wednesday 20th May 2026
- Interviews with Portsmouth Cathedral: 10th or 11th June
- Charisma vetting interviews must be completed by EOD on 28th May prior to shortlist submission on 29th May
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.
Are you an experienced Individual Giving professional looking for a role where you can really make your mark?
Greyhound Trust is recruiting its first Individual Giving Manager, offering a rare opportunity to design and grow a sustainable individual giving programme that will directly support the charity’s life changing work with greyhounds across the UK.
We’re keen to hear from you if you:
- Have proven experience delivering successful individual giving or wider income generation programmes
- Enjoy balancing strategic thinking with practical delivery
- Use data and insight to improve performance and supporter experience
Why join Greyhound Trust?
- Make your mark in a newly created role with real scope and influence
- Work in a purpose driven organisation with a strong, compassionate mission
- See the tangible impact of your work on animal welfare
You’ll lead individual giving activity across regular giving, appeals, digital fundraising and supporter development. This is a hands on role, ideal for someone who enjoys combining strategy with delivery in a collaborative environment.
If you feel you have relevant skills and experience, please submit your CV and supporting statement.
Key dates
- Closing date for applications: 19th May 2026
- Please note that applications will be reviewed as they are received, we therefore encourage early applications as we may progress candidates to interview before the application deadline.
- Client Interviews: rolling
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.
Chief Executive - drive growth, deepen impact and shape the next phase of a high-potential organisation.
Strength and Learning Through Horses (SLTH) is a London-based charity transforming the lives of vulnerable young people through equine-assisted therapy and education services.
As Chief Executive, you will lead the organisation into its next chapter. Reporting to the Board, you will lead organisational development, drive and diversify income, oversee site development, strengthen governance, oversee financial performance, planning and sustainability, act as ambassador, building partnerships and profile, ensure operational excellence and lead a skilled, values-driven team.
Essentials:
- Significant senior leadership experience (CEO or equivalent) in charity, education, health, youth or social care sectors
- Strong background in strategy, governance and organisational development
- Experience representing an organisation externally and leading diverse teams
- Demonstrable financial stewardship, working knowledge of day-to-day HR policies and processes, and an understanding of safeguarding responsibilities
Benefits:
- Contract: Permanent, part time (0.8 FTE / 4 days per week)
Location: Greengates Stables, Mays Lane, Barnet, EN5 2AQ / hybrid - 3 days a week on-site - Flexible working
- Opportunity to lead a high-impact, specialist charity
This role will suit a senior leader with a track record in growth, income generation and team leadership, who is bold, ambitious and passionate about improving the lives of vulnerable young people. Are you ready to scale impact while protecting what makes a charity special?
Please see the candidate pack for full details.
Key dates:
- Closing date: Monday 18th May 2026
- 1st interviews with SLTH (online): w/c 8th June
- 2nd interviews with SLTH (in-person): w/c 15th June
- Charisma vetting interviews must be completed by EOD 26th May prior to longlist submission on 27th May
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.
Help rebuild governance, steward £11m+ assets, and shape the future of a global Christian charity supporting persecuted believers.
SFI is a Christian charity supporting persecuted Christians globally, now entering a critical phase to rebuild governance and define its future.
SFI stands at a turning point. Following regulatory scrutiny and structural challenges, a new board of trustees will be responsible for establishing strong governance, reviewing the organisation’s assets and investments, determining how SFI best supports Christian ministry globally going forward and how SFI operates within the Barnabas family.
As trustee, you will:
- Strengthen governance, compliance and board effectiveness
- Provide strategic direction during organisational reset
- Oversee significant assets
- Shape future operating model and mission delivery
- Ensure transparency, accountability and wise stewardship
We’re seeking experienced, values-driven leaders with strong judgement and independence of thought. Backgrounds may include governance, finance, investments, property, law, or international work.
What you’ll gain:
- Influence at a pivotal moment of organisational change
- Opportunity to shape global Christian impact
- Board-level experience in complex governance environments
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: 2 June
First stage interviews with SFI (online): w/c 22 June
Second stage interviews with CMS (in person in Swindon): 29 June
*In accordance with the equality act 2010 it is a genuine occupational requirement that the post holder is a practising Christian.
Senior marketing and fundraising acquisition leadership role with Embrace the Middle East, a Christian charity, leading new supporter engagement.
About the Role
Working with the Director of Fundraising and Communications, you will play a central leadership role in Embrace’s Fundraising & Communications cluster, shaping how new supporters discover Embrace, experience their brand, engage with their stories, and begin their relationship with the charity. This is a role for someone energised by growth, experimentation, and building high-performing teams, with the strategic vision, creative ambition, and analytical rigour to match.
Why work for Embrace the Middle East?
- Hybrid location: High Wycombe (minimum onsite twice a month)
- 10% employer pension contribution
- 24 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, increasing to 25 days after 5 years and 26 days after 10 years. Plus 3 days between Christmas and New Year.
- Life Assurance: 3× salary
- Flexi-time and home-working options
- Employee Assistance Programme (confidential counselling, legal and financial advice, available 24/7)
- Access to retail discount portal
- Training and development programme
- A values-led team committed to mission, integrity, and compassion
You’ll have:
- Strategic leadership in marketing, supporter acquisition, or fundraising within a charity or mission driven organisation.
- Strong multi channel acquisition experience (digital, print, social, paid, email, ecommerce).
- Proven ability to lead and develop high performing teams in hybrid/remote settings.
- Expertise in digital performance, optimisation, testing, and analytics.
- Managing sizeable budgets, forecasting, and ROI driven planning.
- Understanding of supporter behaviour, segmentation, attribution, and LTV modelling.
- Knowledge of UK fundraising regulations, GDPR, and ethical marketing practice.
Role Requirements
- Commitment to Embrace’s Christian mission and values (as a practising Christian or someone supportive of our ethos).
- Willingness to travel occasionally to the Middle East (every 2–3 years).
- Right to work in the UK
About Embrace the Middle East
At Embrace the Middle East, we believe in hope, dignity, and partnership. For over 170 years, we’ve worked with local Christian partners to bring healthcare, education, and opportunity to vulnerable and marginalised communities.
We are strengthening our marketing to deepen engagement and expand our supporter base. We are now seeking an experienced, visionary Head of Marketing & Acquisition to lead multi?channel supporter and donor growth, build a digital?first marketing strategy, and drive sustainable organisational impact.
Embrace the Middle East is committed to equal opportunities and to creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of age, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, disability, religion or belief. If you require adjustments during the application or interview process, please let us know in your online response.
The successful candidate will be required to complete a medical questionnaire and undertake a disclosure check as part of our safer recruitment policy.
For an informal chat to ask any questions, please contact Nick Thomas, Senior Consultant, Charisma Charity Recruitment, info@charismarecruitment.co.uk or 01962 813300. Please apply through the Charisma Charity Recruitment website with your CV and supporting statement.
Key dates:
Closing date: Tuesday 28th April 2026
Charisma vetting interviews must be completed by: Tuesday 5th May 2026
Interviews with Embrace the Middle East: w/c 11th May 2026
Please refer to the candidate pack for more comprehensive information.
Senior supporter retention and donor development role with individuals, churches and charitable trusts at Christian charity Embrace the Middle East.
About the Role
Working with the Director of Fundraising and Communications, you will lead the development and delivery of Embrace’s supporter retention and donor development strategy, building deep and lasting relationships with individuals, churches, and communities. You’ll be responsible for shaping the full supporter lifecycle, from onboarding and ongoing relationship building to reactivation, cross-engagement, and long-term value growth. This is a role that blends strategy, creativity, and data insight, requiring someone who can hold the big picture while empowering a diverse team of fundraising and subject matter experts.
Why work for Embrace the Middle East?
- Hybrid location: High Wycombe (minimum onsite twice a month)
- 10% employer pension contribution
- 24 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, increasing to 25 days after 5 years and 26 days after 10 years. Plus 3 days between Christmas and New Year.
- Life Assurance: 3× salary
- Flexi-time and home-working options
- Employee Assistance Programme (confidential counselling, legal and financial advice, available 24/7)
- Access to retail discount portal
- Training and development programme
- A values-led team committed to mission, integrity, and compassion
You’ll have:
- Proven experience in supporter engagement, donor retention, and income growth strategies.
- Strong analytical skills, experience using data for segmentation, trend analysis,
- and performance optimisation.
- Strategic thinking, with the ability to innovate and diversify income streams.
- Excellent leadership and team management skills, with an ability to lead and develop high performing teams in hybrid/remote settings.
- Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects from planning to delivery.
- Knowledge of UK fundraising regulations, GDPR, and ethical practice.
Role Requirements
- Commitment to Embrace’s Christian mission and values (as a practising Christian or someone supportive of our ethos).
- Willingness to travel occasionally to the Middle East (every 2–3 years).
- Right to work in the UK
About Embrace the Middle East
At Embrace the Middle East, we believe in hope, dignity, and partnership. For over 170 years, we’ve worked with local Christian partners to bring healthcare, education, and opportunity to vulnerable and marginalised communities.
We are strengthening our marketing to deepen engagement and expand our supporter base. We are now seeking an experienced, visionary Head of Marketing & Acquisition to lead multi channel supporter and donor growth, build a digital first marketing strategy, and drive sustainable organisational impact.
Embrace the Middle East is committed to equal opportunities and to creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of age, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, disability, religion or belief. If you require adjustments during the application or interview process, please let us know in your online response.
The successful candidate will be required to complete a medical questionnaire and undertake a disclosure check as part of our safer recruitment policy.
Your application should include a CV and supporting statement.
Key dates:
Closing date: Tuesday 28th April 2026
Charisma vetting interviews must be completed by: Tuesday 5th May 2026
Interviews with Embrace the Middle East: w/c 11th May 2026
Please refer to the candidate pack for more comprehensive information.
We are delighted to be partnering with Activate Performing Arts (Activate), a 35-year-old arts charity that brings contemporary performance to communities and landscapes across Dorset, the UK, and Europe. Activate is known for its free-to-access outdoor arts, festivals, and touring work, driven by a belief in creativity as a public good, connecting people, place and artistic expression. Keen to continue its evolution while staying true to Activate’s core values, the organisation stands at a pivotal moment for growth and development.
Activate is now seeking a new Chair of Trustees to lead the Board and support the Artistic & Executive Director in guiding the organisation through the next phase of its development. In this role you will play a key role in shaping the upcoming 3–5-year strategy, supporting Activate prepare for its next Arts Council England National Portfolio application. As Chair, you will also act as an ambassador for Activate through opening networks, championing its work, and supporting the organisation to enhance its visibility and impact.
To succeed in this role, you’ll bring:
- Prior experience as a charity trustee, ideally as Chair, Vice-Chair or committee Chair, with a solid grasp of good governance and Boards.
- Alignment with Activate’s values around free and low-cost access, landscape and nature, equity, diversity and inclusion, and environmental responsibility, with enthusiasm for thoughtful values-led innovation rather than pure commercialisation.
- Fundraising mentality with an understanding of the funding landscape
- A passion and affinity to the arts and culture sector, ideally including performing arts, festivals, arts within landscape or environmental contexts, including nature-based creativity, outdoor arts.
- Confident, inclusive chairing skills, able to bring out quieter voices, hold respectful but robust discussions, and ensure meaningful contribution from all trustees.
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, or any other category protected by law.
Closing date: 29th April 2026
Charisma vetting interviews will be completed on an ongoing basis, so please do apply without delay.
Interviews with Activate: TBC
We are committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment processes. If you have any reasonable adjustments, please confirm in your application, or contact our Operations Teams separately

















