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I have over 20 years experience in fundraising, strategic and operational management and leadership roles for environmental, educational and community causes. I'm proud to have helped to build successful charities and social enterprises, large and small, that deliver real impact. Skilled in research, planning and writing bids, reports, presentations and marketing materials. I can help you shape your strategy, develop a plan and find and engage the funders and partners you need to make it happen. Read more
I have over 25 years' experience of working in the voluntary sector, seven as the Chief Executive of an organisation working with older people. I would like to use my skills, expertise and experience to assist other organisations. My skills include fundraising both for tenders and grants, personnel management - I have managed a team of 23 staff and directly managed 7 senior staff, recruitment and staff training. I have dealt with a wide variety of stakeholders and represented the organisation at a number of forums. I have written organisation's policies, and strategic and business plans. Read more
I'm not 'just another fundraiser.' I specialise in business development - the process of growing and developing the charitable work/ business you do, and bringing in the income to deliver it. WIth 25 years in the charity and social enterprise sector including as Chief Executive, and I’ve generated millions of pounds of income for organisations sustainably and strategically. I've worked with a wide range of organisations as a full-time consultant to take their charity to the next stage. So, if it's time to stop just churning out bids and start thinking strategically - drop me a line! Read more
Pamela has 20 years' experience as an executive in the charity and early years sectors; passionate about improving outcomes for vulnerable families and comfortable working with stakeholders at all levels. Specialisms include strategy, crisis management, restructures and mergers, project implementation, impact management and fundraising. Holding a PGDip in voluntary sector management from Cass Business School, Pamela was awarded a Churchill Early Years Fellowship in 2017. Collaboration and integrity are core values which underpin her work. Read more
I am a self-employed consultant with nearly 20 years of experience working in charities. This includes substantial operational and financial management, as well as fundraising experience. My additional strengths and expertise lie in: - change management; - developing, setting and executing strategies; - refining and implementing organisational systems and processes; - identifying and delivering quick wins and long-term improvements. I am a Chartered Fellow of the Chartered Management Institute and, perhaps more importantly, someone who is easy to work with. Read more
I specialise in strategy, leadership development, mentoring, performance improvement, evaluation, significant organisational change and faciltation. I am motivated by being able to unlock the potential of people and organisations so they can have a bigger social impact. I work with trustee boards and leadership teams to promote a productive governance culture focused on impact . Read more
Samantha B
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Need an objective, compassionate and experienced CEO and trustee to help with your strategic review, a governance quandary, or a crisis? I am the person you are looking for. I have been in a number of leadership roles, mostly in housing and health, and trustee in a range of charities. I know what it is like to have too much to do and too little time, and how isolated a charity CEO can be. If you need a sounding board, another pair of eyes, an extra pair of hands, or an external voice at a board meeting, just ask; I would be delighted to assist. Read more
Over 30 years in small-medium charities, both UK national and international organisations.
Strengths include: strategic planning and review; impact-led planning, theory of change and the evaluation process; partnerships and merger; governance and risk; working with challenging boards; group facilitation and organisational change; achieving financial and organisational sustainability.
Open to consultancy, coaching, mentoring, and interim roles. Read more
KIRSTEN A
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A passionate, committed senior manager with significant international experience in governance, operations, & programmes, & a proven ability to deliver outstanding results, continuous organisational (strategic & operational) & personal improvement, & executive leadership in diverse & challenging environments. A broad range of skills & expertise developed to the highest levels in both charitable & commercial sectors, including: governance, strategic planning, project management, quality assurance, & research & evaluation. Exceptional people skills & stakeholder management. Fluent French. Read more
Felicia W
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An interim CEO and Charity Consultant with extensive experience in the sector. Has led six UK charities across seven positions during periods of crisis, change and transformation. Brings a range of skills – including crisis management, strategic planning, financial overhaul, sustainability planning, team building and restructuring, culture change, and excellent analytical skills thanks to her legal qualifications – to help charities achieve their full potential.
Felicia is a skilled and engaging facilitator, an expert in leading and implementing major organisational and governance reviews, and is highly skilled in supporting strategic plan development.
Felicia has worked for 16 years in the UK charity sector, with 9 years in international criminal law, international development and human rights. An excellent strategic planner, Felicia has worked as an expert consultant to major organisations including the United Nations Development Programme, World Vision, UNICEF, the International Organization for Migration, and Addaction, as well as successfully delivering a wide range of consultancy support for charities of all sizes based in the UK. Read more
I recently retired as Chief Executive of Greater Manchester Centre for Voluntary Organisation (GMCVO), having developed it into a highly successful and sustainable organisation.
As the CEO of a membership and support organisation, I supported other leaders, developed strategy, bid (successfully) for grants and contracts for GMCVO and others, and worked with funders.
I offer wide and deep strategic and operational experience at executive and non-executive levels in organisations of all sizes, along with knowledge of public policy, equalities and inclusion, consultation and qualitative research. Read more
I am a senior leader in the charity sector and have worked as an interim chief executive and senior management roles in mental health and youth charities, working closely with several boards of trustees. I have a background in recruitment, partnership development and programme delivery and have worked in brand new start-up charities, helping them to scale up. I have also been involved in securing significant contract funding for projects, developing three-year strategic plans and demonstrating impact. Read more
A highly strategic and commercially astute Charity & Business Leader with 25 years of experience in start-ups & SMEs (up to £10m), and a specialism in re-invigorating and growing organisations.
Dedicated to ensuring excellence, innovation & EDI in the workplace and transformational structural and social change in the world.
Expert in strategic organisational transformation and development, communications, people and culture, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, programme and project delivery, financial strategy, planning and governance, as well as leading, coaching and advising senior leaders Read more
Pragmatic customer-focused Marketing Director who develops and implements insight-driven strategies and plans that deliver defined commercial and communications objectives and underpin charitable objects. Extensive experience of brand strategy delivery, commercial marketing, design management, and channel-neutral marketing communications.
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Elizabeth B
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I am a voluntary & community sector consultant and interim leader with over 30 years’ experience of frontline delivery and infrastructure organisations, and 25+ years’ experience of grant giving, from hardship funds to large programmes. I am a trustee at the National Emergencies trust, on the Equity Scrutiny Group and Allocations Committee. I offer board and senior management facilitation, training, reviews and interim leadship, with an abiding commitment to, knowledge and experience of, diversity, equity, inclusion and social justice. I write for Civil Society Governance & Leadership. Read more
I work with people to achieve their potential - transforming organisations to achieve their purpose. i am an effective coach and mentor, I was the CEO of Scope and have held senior leadership roles in charities and other organisations large and small.
I have a track record of working with individuals and team to deliver significant change, building profile and managing reputation, driving high level relationships, leading ground breaking campaigns, achieving a step change in fundraising outcomes. I am strategic, looking at the big picture, following through to effective implementation. Read more
An HR and L&D professional experienced across the public, private and voluntary sectors, Andrea’s portfolio includes Organisational Strategy Development & Design, Performance Management & Competencies, Management & Leadership Development, Project Management, and Equal Opps and Diversity & Inclusion. Already moving from f2f delivered programmes by the end of 2019, Covid-19 has enabled her to develop new ‘at a distance’ interventions supporting private and voluntary sector clients in navigating the pandemic using scenario planning, and coupling this with her extensive knowledge of HR. Read more
As a communications professional I have been at the forefront of advancing many companies, organisations and charities into new fields of business and public awareness. In a career that spans 25 years, I have a proven record in event & project management, press, PR, corporate writing, social media as well as creating content & communications for most media platforms. High-concept, high-quality execution whether external or internal or public-facing. Read more
I'm a seasoned finance and operations professional with over 20 years experience in the charity sector. I've got a great track record in improving and innovating fincancial systems and fundraising operations in small, medium and large charities. I thrive under pressure! I'm a specialist in online and offline financial and operational infrastructure and systems integration, with strong analytical skills and experience in building organisational-wide processes and systems. I can help you to build reporting systems, automate your business functions and spring clean ageing and archaic systems. Read more
I retired from paid employment in 2011 with the NHS in Procurement. At first I wondered what I would do with my time but now I wonder where all my free time is! I volunteer with the local community-run shop, serving behind the counter and also dealing with the admin for the newspaper and magazine orders. I also volunteer with the local library, delivering books to an elderly housebound lady of 96! I write short stories mainly but am also trying to write a book. I play tennis, cycle and walk. My wife and I run a local board games session monthly and are members of a local U3A games group. Read more
Pragmatic and experienced, I’ve worked with some fantastic businesses over my career, including Marks and Spencer and Allen & Overy, the international law firm. In addition, I have freelanced for many charities, ranging from large multi-site operations to small not-for-profits employing 2 or 3 people, and my successful HR business has grown entirely by word-of-mouth referral. I love adding value to organisations and really enjoy knotty employment law problems.
I’ve got a Masters in HR with Distinction and am a Fellow of the CIPD but, more to the point, I’m good at what I do.
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I have spent 25 years in the charity sector primarily in international development working with a number of agencies, I have a strong track record in proposal development and bid writing including trust and foundations. In addition I have significant experience in donor reporting and knowledge management in support of programmes. I relocated to the UK three years ago and I am keen to continue to support the charity sector. Read more
A highly-qualified personal finance professional with Chartered FCSI status and current CFP(tm) licence, qualified teacher, business leader and communicator with exceptional breadth of business and professional experience across public, private and third sectors. Skills/knowledge/experience include personal finance (background in financial planning), non-exec directorships, executive leadership of private and not-for-profit, mentoring SME leaders, a range of business digital resources including MS Office, LinkedIn, Xero and other software. Read more
I have 24 years’ experience in Charitable, Social Enterprise and Educational organisations at a senior and service delivery level. Creativity is at the heart of a great Fundraiser. If you can tell your story in a way that connects with others whether they are a Trust Foundation, corporate sponsor or local school. Essentially, I am a Storyteller, giving a voice to those pushed to the outside of our community. I have a lived experience of homelessness which gives me a unique perspective in how to engage an entire community to support the financial stability of your Charity. Yes Read more
I am an experienced career HR professional having worked at a senior level in generalist HR roles for 25 years. I am passionate about talent development and employee engagement and have excellent employment law knowledge, along with extensive experience in change management.
I can also support you with day to day people management requirements such as employee relations, disciplinary and grievance support, performance management, appraisals and recruitment.
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My passion is community and innovation through the exploration of new approaches to delivering development work. As an independent consultant, I've worked with a variety of stakeholders from in-country finance teams to directors, on tasks including the development of multimillion pound budgets, strategy development to training delivery on different commercial funding models, contributing to the design and mobilisation of largescale projects. Proposing recommendations that have transformed ways of working, optimising performance to ultimately enhance organisational Impact and access to funding. Read more
Qualified Psychotherapist with a trauma specialism and a background in charity work (initially as an executive assistant and later as planning and governance lead) offering training, coaching and facilitation for charity leadership teams in how trauma and emotional charge can impact our work. Providing education, tools and strategies to support individual and collective emotional wellbeing in the work place. Experienced in a wide range of project and event management, leadership development, strategic planning and charity governance. Read more
I am passionate about supporting charities and voluntary organisations working to support those who need it most. I enjoy supporting organisations in going through complex change processes. I'm thrilled when I can help clients access the funds they need, be this £500 for staff laptops to work from home or £850,000 raised for one client over 3 years. I support organisations to be ready for investment - through developing strategy, designing outcome and impact systems, working with boards and evaluations. I believe in working together to help vision based organisations achieve their goals. Read more
I am committed to working within the charity environment, with extensive experience as both a member of the leadership team and as a Trustee and Chair. I am keen to develop strategy and to ensure good governance. Read more
I have over two decades experience as a senior manager and fundraiser in the voluntary sector, working in and with organisations to help them become more effective through a combination of support services covering governance, strategy, income generation and implementation.
My consulting work specialises in fundraising and strategic planning and I have worked with a range of local and national charities and social enterprises – generating income directly and advising senior staff on related matters. I am also an experienced interim taking on CEO and Director level posts to cover periods of leave or recruitment. Read more
A marketing specialist, qualified coach, mentor and facilitator with 18 years experience working for organisations across the Charity, Environmental, Education and Travel sectors. For 6 years I've provided freelance marketing consultancy services including Strategy, Project Management, Events Coordination, Branding, Social Media, Digital Campaigns, Copywriting, Content Management and Market Research. I have a distinction in PGCert level Coaching & Mentoring and also provide professional Coaching (individual and team) and Marketing Mentoring. I’m also a trained facilitator. I love what I do! Read more
Ed is a professional facilitator that works with people to build deep mutual understanding, and rekindle their energy and drive. He has over 15 years experience in training, facilitating and coaching cultural evolution in the public, social enterprise, coop and private sector organisations helping leaders at all levels operate in a better more connected way to emerging situations and the world around us. Ed is a fully qualified coach, chartered fellow of the Chartered Management Institute and a Barrett Values Centre practitioner. Ed lives on a boat with his rescue dog Eddy. His courage to commit to quality of life, a love to travel and learning from people and places are the source of his energy. He has an insatiable curiosity and his core values are fairness, compassion and openness to new perspectives.
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Business Development Manager (SMEs) and
Deputy Manager of a charity
Key strengths:
- Workflow & processes; introducing efficient systems
- Creativity; thinking outside the (charity) box, with creative fundraising ideas
- Social media strategy; creating relevant, high-value, share-able content
- Empathic listening skills, providing a sounding board for strategy discussions
(I know it can be lonely)
- attention to detail: proof-reading
- Website design
- Certified Laughter Yoga Leader - a unique virtual fundraising idea!
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I have worked within the charity sector for the past 20 years in many different areas of fundraising and am a qualified member of the Chartered Institute of Fundraising (MCIOF Dip). I have many years of experience creating DRTV adverts, website and social media content, script-writing and editing. I also regularly produce volunteer resources including film, online campaigns and printed materials. In all of this I aim to share with supporters the impact of their gifts on people's lives. I enjoy the challenge of sharing stories from projects on the ground and bringing them to life. Read more
Writer, journalist, trainer and consultant (ex BBC and Sky editor) working with companies all over the world as well as NGOs and universities. My specialist area is the essential skills needed to create effective, engaging communications and content across all sorts of platforms. Read more
I have over 15 years experience in charitable organisations at senior management level. This has included substantial financial management and fundraising experience. I have raised funds and managed grants from institutional and trust funders, both in the UK and internationally. My financial experience ranges from setting up general bookkeeping systems to manage restricted and unrestricted grants to developing and monitoring annual budgets and providing management accounts to Board members and meeting funders reporting requirements. Read more
I have over 16 years experience in community and sport setting, 7 in senior roles specialising in workforce development, bid writing, operational management and leadership roles for sport, education and community organisations. I'm proud to have designed, delivered and evaluated national and international programs using sport to transform lives through health, social connection, employability and sport. Skilled at and writing bids, reports, project management and delivery materials, I can help you shape your strategy, develop your workforce, secure funding and create projects to have impact Read more
A dynamic and influential board-level leader, recognised for delivering business growth and radical impact in charity and not-for-profit. Proven track record of leading strategic planning and innovation to deliver results. A purpose driven, emotionally intelligent leader and team builder who understands how to articulate a vision and create a “growth-mindset” culture where inclusion thrives, and all feel able to contribute. Have been CEO of two youth organisations and headed up a variety of income generation roles including Race for Life. Read more
I'm an experienced fundraising, communications and marketing profressional with over 10 years experience in a range of roles across the third sector. My specialities include major gift fundraisinh (individual and corporate), strategic plannnig, systems implementation and setting up effective board. I'm a huge advocate for the use of data to create effective and adaptable strategies that engage employees and achieve results. Read more
20 years’ experience in the international development sector covering strategic planning, managing for
results, mutual accountability, organisational monitoring and reporting. Senior skills, knowledge, and experience in rolling out strategic organisational planning, monitoring, and reporting for international development organisations with large annual budgets. In depth experience of working with civil society organisations and community responses at local, national and global level. Read more
My background is in office administration, setting up new processes and procedures. I then moved into an international consultancy role, focusing on efficient project management. I am familiar with MS Office software and am quick to pick up office systems.
In addition, I support people who are at a MidLife crossroads, trying to decide how to get the best from the rest of their life. This might be about development within an organisation, or looking to optimise your role outside work.
I help you to get clarity, purpose and direction, and the motivation to put it all into practice. Read more
20 Years fundraising and charity experience.
Masters in Strategic Management
Charities supported - MENCAP, Age Concern, Home-Start, Help for Heroes
16 years fundraising experience - raising £1.6 million to date
4 years compliance experience and two years experience working for a funder.
COO status currently with a 3 day a week paid role.
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I moved to the UK from America in 2019 to pursue a master's degree in Arts Administration and Cultural Policy. After university, I worked for Cancer Research UK in individual giving. As a freelancer, I have worked with many organizations in various departments from marketing to executive, such as The National Gallery and the National Institute of Teaching.
My work experience in marketing and operation as well as event management for charity events. I love working with charity teams and helping them reach new goals! Read more
I support people who want to grow and develop themselves and those around them. They may not know exactly where they want to get to or indeed how to get there. I help them to grasp their goals and reach their true potential. I am a Coach, Mentor, Trainer and Consultant I have spent 20 years employed in businesses. And more than half my career as leader of my own business RCL. I have qualifications in Engineering, and MBA and in with the ILM & UWE in Executive Coaching and Mentoring I’m based in the UK and have clients across the Country and some overseas. Read more
A natural all rounder; I’m as comfortable working directly with children and young people in the community, as presenting to high net worth individuals to generate support, or working on the management accounts to redesigning the website.
I began my charity career as a teenager, volunteering with younger children. My youth worker heart still guides and empassions my work. I am as comfortable analysing micro-level data such as annual accounts or using my attention to detail to scrutinise funding criteria, as I am developing and implementing strategies, and stimulating ‘blue sky thinking’. Read more
A versatile, impact driven professional with 16 years comprehensive experience leading programmes of work during times of organisational transformation. With a specialism in re-invigorating and growing organisations through organisational transformation and development, infrastructure, people and culture. I am highly skilled in critical 'bigger picture' thinking with an eye for detail and logical approach, providing proven solution focused skills with adaptability and agility. With in developing exceptional relationships with service users, stakeholders, peers, and senior leadership and excellent people skills, i am also a qualified coach and work with clients to create sustainability of outcomes. Read more
I've worked in the voluntary sector for several years, with a main focus on small charities. Recently gained awards in Coaching, Mentoring and Change Leadership and Management. I'm passionate about the difference a small charity can make, and want to see every charity thrive and fulfill it's objectives Read more
Senior charity leader with over 20 years experience in the sector and a proven track record of successful management, organisational development, income generation and strategic planning.
Over 10 years experience of working in a healthcare setting and across private and public healthcare networks. Vast knowledge of tinnitus and associated hearing and health related issues.
Passionate and motivated about the power of people to achieve a positive change.
Strategic thinker with experience of implementing growth and transformation.
Target driven and versed in working to achieve collaborative and individual KPI's, also leading teams to achieve and exceed. Highly experienced in presenting across a variety of channels such achievements.
Business and financial acumen.
Staff and board management.
Exceptional communicator across all levels. Read more
An accomplished third sector CEO, leader and advocate. Offers comprehensive experience establishing and maturing charities that harness the power of sport and football to enhance communities and promote wellbeing, education, economic regeneration and inclusion. Provides specialist expertise in generating sustainable sources of income for football foundations. Has a demonstrable track record working with Boards to create compelling visions and strategies and inspiring management teams to implement them through robust business planning, financial management and governance. Read more
I have extensive experience of a range of fundraising disciplines including community, corporate, trusts, individual giving and events. I have senior strategic experience from several fundraising roles and as part of leadership teams. I have strong people management skills, honed over a number of years including managing challenging situations such as restructuring and refocusing teams. In my current role, I have supported my team to grow and develop, expanding the team and creating a strategy that focusses on diversifying income streams to ensure long-term financial sustainability. Read more
A qualified Chartered Accountant, Trustee & Director of Finance/Central Resources with 15 years’ experience at Charities/27 years as an FD. Builds strong relationships across organisations to drive delivery of strategic objectives leading the Finance/support service functions as value-adding partners to the charity. Experience includes: Financial planning/forecasting/modelling/control; management accounts & y/e financial statements; strategy/business planning; set up of finance/support service functions; building projects; system tendering/implementation; fundraising support; audit. Read more
An experienced senior charity admin, strategy and finance professional with a solid background in non-profit management, a strong track record, with a deep understanding of financial management in the non-profit sector. I help organizations thrive. I currently serve on the boards of two regional charities, where I contribute as Chair and Treasurer, leveraging my financial acumen and strategic mindset to drive sustainable growth.
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Chartered Accountant, MBA, Business Advisor Partner is a large London practice; Haslers; for 30 years advising SMEs and Charities and providing Accounting, Auditing, Tax and Business Advice Treasurer of 6 London charities and Chair of Finance Committees for the last 6 years since retirement form practice I maintain the accounting records for 2 charities and 4 other businesses on QuickBooks I prepare or review budgets, cash flow and Management Accounts and Statutory Accounts prepared by the Finance Managers or Directors and present them to the board at quarterly board meetings. Read more
I’m a highly experienced strategist, fundraiser and programme manager. Passionate about enabling charities to move beyond numbers, build and resource trust-based, and real-world informed, strategy and programmes and holistically measure their impact. I've successfully built fundraising strategies and raised money from donors large and small. I love nothing more than helping other charities to reach their full potential!
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Co-production and citizen involvement is my key area. I am an experienced writer, facilitator and researcher who is confident in all aspects of adult social care. I have particular experience in mental health, safeguarding, and human rights. Have numerous publications to my name, including books, reports, practice tools and frameworks. I currently work in both Scottish and English contexts.
Happy to consider most work in this field, especially that which prioritises the voices of citizens and their lived experience. Read more
I am a creative programme lead who thrives on identifying and implementing strategic solutions to systemic sustainability challenges. Strengths include:
KNOWLEDGE AND STRATEGY
- Deep understanding of global sustainability issues, with emphasis on food systems.
- Desk-based research, data analysis and commissioning of research.
- Design and delivery of multi-stakeholder processes to develop strategic approaches and build consensus.
MANAGEMENT AND DELIVERY
- Confident people manager, building strong teams and coaching for performance.
- Development and delivery of complex projects, programmes and budgets.
- Digital native, using range of tools to create content and communicate effectively.
LEADERSHIP AND ADVOCACY
- Strong leader, setting clear visions and ways of working to achieve positive outcomes.
- Confident advocate and negotiator, with experience influencing diverse stakeholders.
- Extensive collaboration with partners and allies e.g. NGOs, volunteers and donors. Read more
A commercially astute, articulate, insightful, consultative Relationship Manager and Branding Strategy Leader, with a track record of generating revenue, new business opportunities and adding value at both strategic and operational levels.
Contact me for executive administration, copywriting, marketing plans, strategy planning and writing, awards and grants, membership retention and growth, project management and unravelling knotty operational problems.
Over a 20-year career I've worked with many organisations from the Biochemical Society to the Royal College of Surgeons and Agency Hackers Read more
I am an Organisation Development specialist with lots of experience of the charity sector and can help you with the development of your organisational culture, values and behaviours. Read more
Senior executive in strategy, problem solving, partnership building, organisational change. Results oriented - excellent team leading/building skills. Work both within a team and alone, including home based/multi-site working. Read more
An experienced charity leader having served at national, regional, County and local levels in professional and volunteer capacities. Primarily in sport with National Governing Bodies of Sport, based in Local Authorities, and charities (including two Trustee roles with youth charities). Specific contribution made using my expertise in fundraising and events creation, management and development. Secured over £10m from Sport Lottery in professional roles, and over £1m in voluntary - Huntingdon Gymnastics Club and Kings Cliffe Active - and organised a broad range of sports events. Read more
Kristina started freelancing after witnessing the Covid-19 exposing weaknesses and vulnerabilities in the third sector. Kristina has been involved with social enterprises and fundraising for over 15 years, achieving both generalist and specialist expertise with a track record of successes in multiple fundraising streams, direct marketing, charity development and strategy, supporter care and event management. Kristina has worked for both local and national charities from the likes of People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA), the Society for the Protection of Animals Abroad (SPANA), Animal Defender International (ADI) to running a regional dog and cat rescue charity, Animal Rescue Cumbria, opening Moroccan Primate Conservation UK and also overseeing the development department at South East and Central Essex Mind. Passionate about animal welfare, Kristina is a published author in primatology after conducting a research study on the illegal photo prop trade of infant monkeys in Marrakech. She holds a MSc. in Wildlife Conservation and a professional qualification in Charity and Social Enterprise Management with the Anglia Ruskin University.
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I am a community development professional with 26 years of experience working with and in both the public and voluntary and community sectors in the UK. I have particular experience in with:
- Voluntary and Community Sector Capacity Building: from organisational review and sustainable business planning, to cross sector partnership development; from fundraising strategy, to successfully securing funding (community and government funds, trusts and foundations).
I commit my time and energy to understanding the organisations I work with, in order to achieve results for, and with them. Read more
Experienced HR Consultant MCIPD.
Expertise helping small third sector organisations grow.
10 years as a freelancer - either interim HR roles or as consultant, usually reporting to CEO.
10 years of HR / Ops experience in charities large and small.
Over 25years HR experience.
Based in Dorset, happy to travel for meetings.
Recent roles have included helping with management structure, internal comms, appraisals and feedback processes, handbooks and policies but I have a broad HR / Ops experience and will tell you if I don't know how to do something! Read more
Strategist and change agent. Highly efficient energetic innovator who always exceeds my performance indicators. Flair for increasing efficiency, reinjecting purpose and motivating teams. My background includes working in management consultancy and innovation, so I am always keen to identify ways of optimising work and leveraging technology. Six years board level experience. Read more
With over 15 years of award-winning charity retail experience, I offer a comprehensive service for your charity retail growth needs.
From basic recommendations to more in-depth consultations which include
• Retail growth strategy.
• E-Commerce strategy
• Gift Aid Best Practice Analysis and recommendations going forward
• Identify and full proposals for new or additional outlets
• EPOS review and recommendations
• Review and Best Practices for current retail estate and recommendations going forward
• Staffing review
• Bought in New Goods considerations
• Recycling review and recommendations
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Over 30 years’ experience of successfully delivering programmes & projects, change and transformational initiatives, and governance and can apply these management skills in supporting your activities.
In summary, my principal strengths and experience are:
• Delivering change and transformation aligned to realising benefits and successful outcomes by
o Ensuring readiness for change through understanding the impacts of change on people and processes, overcoming barriers through communications and training, and planned transitions to “business as usual”
o Developing and delivering communications plans, workshops, training programmes and supporting events to enhance understanding of and support change
• Leading and working collaboratively with project managers and diverse, international project teams delivering a portfolio of projects
• Managing budgets, implementing financial controls, negotiating contracts, resolving commercial issues and ensuring third party performance
• Developing relationships with key stakeholders; challenging and influencing decision making when required
• Establishing effective project governance and assurance to provide consistent visibility of projects, resourcing and any changes
• Identifying and managing risks, issues and dependencies at enterprise and programme levels Read more
I am a research and evaluation specialist offering charities a fresh perspective on their work. I partner with organisations to deliver clear insights, and use a range of methodologies including desk research, data analysis, report writing, bid support, questionnaire design and hosting, literature reviews and proof-reading. From quality research and evaluation comes added value for my clients. My background is in charity, academic and skills research, specialising in social research, monitoring and evaluation. Read more
I am an experienced charity consultant, facilitator, fundraiser and trainer with operational experience backed up by academic credentials.
I have experience as a charity CEO and Chair of Trustees.
I'm a successful fundraiser and bid writer, with a track record of increasing and diversifying income. In my current role I have increased income by 30% in 9 months.
Experienced teacher, trainer and group facilitator, with a background in writing and delivering staff, trustee and volunteer training, facilitating workshops, and running support and coaching groups in the community.
Distinction level Masters in Voluntary Sector Management - the MBA for the charity world - specialising in fundraising and marketing.
20 years experience in a variety of operational and strategic roles across the charity sector.
I offer help in all areas of charity leadership & management, with an interest in: strategy, culture, governance, problem solving, fundraising, group facilitation, workshops and training, lived experience representation, psychological safety in the workplace, and equality, diversity, inclusion and belonging. Read more
Since 2001 I’ve worked in fundraising – spanning contemporary classical music, a national charity and more recently as Head of Partnerships at award-winning educational social enterprise. Alongside full-time and sometimes part-time work and family life I’ve also been a trustee of a children's centre and a chair of school governors.
I now work for charity and social enterprise clients seeking to achieve more for their beneficiaries and through coaching, consulting and with training and facilitation. Read more
I have worked in fundraising since 2005 and have a breadth of experience in organisations with widely varying budgets and resources.
I have a proven track record of increasing income from campaigns and events (sporting, community, and special events) and engaging the community to fundraise. I have supported charities at the beginning of their fundraising journeys with strategy, planning, creating fundraising materials and recruitment and mentoring of staff.
I am passionate about building relationships with donors and creating activities to engage them with fundraising for a cause. Read more
I am an enthusiastic freelancer with 16 years' experience working at senior level in homelessness, migration and disabilities. With broad-ranging experience in charities (including managing operations and frontline services, and overseeing business development, fundraising and communications), I love working with organisations that really seek to make a difference to the people they support. I'm hard-working and reliable, and bring my friendly and collaborative approach to everything I do. Read more
Before freelancing, I was Director of Volunteering and Youth Programmes at the LGBT+ young people's charity Just Like Us. In the decade before that, I worked and volunteered in other equalities, community and young people's orgs. I deliver bespoke training, projects and programmes thoughtfully. I care about accessibility and making things easier for people to understand, get involved in and enjoy. I love small charities and orgs! Read more
Enthusiastic leader and team player with a strong work ethic and exceptional problem-solving skills. Played a key role in growing a tech sector start-up over the last 16 years, through acquisitions, to significant private equity investment. I have a wide range of entrepreneurial experience, with specialist knowledge across Operations, Finance, and Talent.
Passionate about recruiting and developing highly effective teams and creating dynamic environments, where diversity and equality are celebrated.
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I am a senior fundraising manager, with extensive experience of raising funds to develop new businesses and operations. I have been working at charitable sector for over seven years both in the UK and Europe. I am an expert in obtaining European Funding with an impressive experience of their processes, including registration, bidding, reporting and audit. My expertise lays in sectors of education, children and young people, refugees, cancer research, environment with facilities and capital funding. Read more
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Senior Support
Hi, I’m Jen. I’m an independent social change researcher, consultant and practitioner. I work with charities, social enterprises and funders, think tanks and research institutes, local and national governments, public service organisations and purpose-driven businesses – all connected by a common aim to create a positive change for people, places and the planet.
How I can help:
Strategy + social innovation | Policy + research | Communications + advocacy | Public + community engagement | Co-production + facilitation | Systems change + transformational governance | Learning + evaluation | Gran Read more
Highly skilled in leadership and restructuring. Passionate about strengthening the organisation through service redesign, developing income generation and enhancing service excellence for users. Strength and significant experience in addressing business difficulties and obstacles utilising extensive business acumen acquired over 20 years in senior roles with Citizens Advice Belfast and Macmillan Cancer Support.
Qualifications in coaching and mentoring and project management. Value transparency, communication strong teamwork and partnership working that benefit's the organisation.
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I am what they call a charity generalist. I have a 20 year track record of running environmental and social projects and programmes spanning from media and high-level policy to volunteer and community-led work.
Someone who is able to see the big picture and work on strategy as well as delve into the detail of delivery. Who is as comfortable behind a spreadsheet as designing a creative event.
I am a hands on problem-solver able to spot issues or galvanise action. I am an expert learner, able to pick up complex detail quickly. I effectively apply these strengths across a wide variety of fields and roles.
I provide strategic support and challenge to help organisations structure themselves and manage competing priorities; I help organisations engage local residents, partners and build regenerative and meaningful long-term volunteer experiences; I help design creative, joyful and impactful delivery programmes that address environmental and social challenges simultaneously and I am an experienced and successful fundraiser from grants/foundations and through crowdfunding.
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My mission is to help you do your best work. With a passion for doing good and varied background that has helped me develop a unique combination of skills, my specialty is a to create a bespoke package of support that will help your charity achieve its goals.
With several years of experience in commissioning and then tender writing, you can be sure I'm a solid choice when it comes to statutory fundraising. Equally, in the Trusts & Foundations space I have secured grants ranging from £2k to £200k and can adapt my approach to your specific needs.
I offer a range of packages to suit any budget, and love to deliver support that helps you become more self-sufficient and get more return on your investment in fundraising. Services offered include:
- Bid writing (statutory and philanthropic funders)
- Bid proofing / editing
- Bid writing mentoring
- Facilitated workshops to develop fundraising strategies (and beyond)
I'm also something of an all-rounder, with a keen attention to detail, masterful facilitation skills and ability to rapidly digest, interpret & synthesise information & insights - so, if you have a miscellaneous task you'd like support with, or are simply looking for ways to work smarter or more strategically, get in touch to discuss your needs and find out how I could help.
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Human Resources professional offering specialist experience at all levels with a wide range of HR and People Development strategic and operational skills including strategy and policy writing, restructures and re-engineering, employeee relations, mediation, training and development, recruitment and workforce planning etc. A focus on achieving outstanding business outcomes. Building highly trusted relationships achieves success through expertise and skill, consultancy, creative solution focused thinking, problem solving, being pragmatic and confidential and trusted to deliver. Read more
Experienced Head of HR seeking to use my skills and expertise in HR gained from the private, public and voluntary sectors. Exceptional understanding of large scale HR projects, Employee Relations, People Strategies, Organisation Change and Design, L&D and HR Metrics.
Worked within the voluntary/charity sector throughout my career initially as a trustee and then in employment. Currently spearheading a Health and Wellbeing social enterprise.
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An accomplished senior leader with over 15 years experience in the charity sector. My experience and passion is in charities supporting vulnerable or marginalised people. I have significant specialist experience in the domestic and sexual abuse sector, homelessness organisations, and in local community grass roots organisations.
I have worked in senior leadership, service delivery, strategy and operations. I am adept in service design and implementation, safeguarding, policy and procedure development, quality assurance, fundraising and crisis management. Read more
I am a specialist in utilising the transformative power of impact measurement and management to embed sustainable positive change in organisations. I have a track record of supporting small- and medium-sized charities and social enterprises with starting or improving their impact practice and becoming data-driven organisations. I can provide support with training and mentoring, the development or review of theories of change and impact frameworks as well as data collection and analysis. Read more
Hi, I'm Jennifer and I'm a Grants Assessor. I can offer highly skilled and reliable expertise in the due diligence and assessment of grant applications.
I have been a grants assessor for over 6 years both in the public and charitable sectors. I am consistent, thorough and highly adaptable to different grant programmes. I can assess projects that are part of pilot programmes or those that are well established, and that range from £1,000 in value to £100,000 and beyond. The highest value project I assessed was worth £10m. I can also develop scoring and funding criteria and conduct research. Read more
I am a UK-based Project, Finance and Grants manager, with over 9 years of experience in the humanitarian and development sectors. I have a proven track record of managing programmes in complex humanitarian and conflict contexts. I can help you with all your financial and project management needs, in addition to improving your processes and procedures. I led several automation projects, including dashboard reporting. I can provide capacity building for your teams and partners on donor compliance, project, financial and grants management and procurement.
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A capable, efficient, organised fractional finance director with a proven history of strong and steady leadership within the SME and charity sectors. A strategic leader with a good eye for detail; a strong interest in business development and an appetite for organisational growth and improvement.
A well-rounded accountant with extensive experience in charity SORP; invoicing; credit control; management accounts; cash flow management; month and year end; financial reporting; audit; VAT returns; expenses; supplier payments and payroll. Experienced in designing policies, processes and systems. Read more
I am a confident and accomplished fundraising leader with over 12 years of experience in the sector. I have a broad skillset across fundraising specialisms including community, events, major donors, trusts and corporate partnerships. As such I am familiar with and been successful in leading a variety of fundraising disciplines. In addition to my fundraising knowledge, skills and experience I have led organisational change, delivered new strategies and operational plans and have experience in coaching, mentoring and developing staff. Read more
I help mission-based organisations to monetise. I've worked with more than 170 founders of charities & social enterprises worldwide.
I specialise in communicating impact and supporting with creating manageable strategies.
I understand the overwhelm most charities face and so specifically ensure I help you make changes and build new plans which are manageable for your organisation, with impact in mind.
I offer an affordable solution to charities which can't afford a part-time or full time hire, delivering short term, expert support usually over 4-5 sessions half day sessions. Read more
I have had a varied career in the not for profit and public sectors. This included about 5 years working in a senior management role at Christian Aid in strategy development and 11 years at Acas , the workplace conciliation and mediation organisation, where I managed a large department. Earlier in my career I taught as a secondary teacher for 5 years and was a vicar for 8 years. So I've been around a bit... I am now semi-retired and run my own language teaching business hosting foreign guests and volunteer at Citizens Advice which I love. Read more
I have worked across a broad spectrum of charitable organisations supporting people in crisis. My strengths are bid writing; securing valuable funds to effectively run your charity or a specific project. I have significant experience dealing with all HR issues and functions and can help you develop policies, procedures and guidance. I am a thorough researcher and evaluator with the ability to assess complex data. As a qualified Life Coach I can advise on leadership, management and offer mentoring support to CEOs and other senior managers. I am pragmatic and responsive. Read more
I will be passionate and committed to empowering you to move forward. I've 35 years experience in local and national organisations in the public and charity sectors. This includes 9 years as CEO of the British Youth Council, 8 as a 'Head' at the Prince's Trust, and 4 as founder/Director of my own business. I have a wide range of experience and skills to a high level - including strategic development, business planning, programme design, communications, fundraising, quality assurance, and campaigning. I'm open to consultancy, mentoring & interim roles. Read more
Hello! I'm Christian Guthier, a graphic designer based in Oxford. I focus on the fundamentals that drive great communications – the design and stories that elevate your brand. Brought to life by compelling creative ideas.
I have a three-step approach to your communications challenge:
The situation: What’s preventing you from getting from A to B?
The strategy: What’s the most effective way to reach your goal?
The solution: What are the missing communications approaches that will get you there?
Backing this approach is my strong background in communication design and brand management, having w Read more
Adaptable, transformational leader.
Genuine, life-long interest in making a difference to people’s lives.
Proven record of strategy creation, delivering complex projects, generating/building relationships, coaching individuals to success. Exceptional communication skills, critical decision making, developing opportunities that further enhance organisational goals.
Experienced Trustee (Vice Chair), Managing Director, Chief Operating Officer and volunteer.
No matter what the challenge, there is always a solution. My approach is pragmatic, collaborative, empathic, practical. Read more
• PCC accredited coach with the International Coaching Federation (ICF)
• Diploma in Coaching ICF ACTP
• Experience working across the corporate, private and voluntary sectors including C-suite and entrepreneurs
• Coaching the Childhood Story practitioner
• Facilitator and coach at The Leadership Trust
• Trained team coach and mediator
• Senior executive in the UK voluntary sector for over 30 years
• Mentor on Professional Coaching Skills Diploma training course
For more information please see lucindashawcoaching.co.uk
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I'm a children, young people and family sector specialist with 20+ years experience in the voluntary sector (with a few LA jobs in children's social care & youth justice for good measure!) A trained psychologist, I use my experience in programme management, contract management, policy and youth/family practice to offer thoughtful, wide-ranging support with motivation and energy to charities large and small. Over 6 years of freelance work, I've delivered a range of projects in support of charity operations, strategic planning, marketing and business development. Read more
I'm a marketing consultant who works with organisations re-discover their 'why'. I help my clients by building a deep understanding of their brand, purpose, services and products to better connect with their audiences. Read more
More than twelve years experience working with charities and with a university. British, with an excellent handle of English. I have a range of skills and for example can design and proof reports and other publications, can also undertake board secretary work, project management and programme development and strategic review. Flexible working at different levels according to need. Read more
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With a background in small and growing charities, I am a driven project manager skilled in:
- youth engagement
- digital communications (website, social media, infographics and branding)
- event design and management
- service user participation & co-production
- organisational development, change & crisis management
- workshop delivery
- training & facilitation
I have particular experience working with marginalised genders and centre equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging in everything that I do. Read more
An experienced senior leader in multi site national charities directing large scale service delivery for children and families, providing leadership and strategy for growth via income generation, mergers, fundraising and increasing value through people development. Read more
Iain’s expertise is building businesses working with brands such as Unilever, Aggreko, American Express, DuPont, American Red Cross, & AT&T. As Chief Executive, UK of iDE Global, he drove awareness of iDE’s sust dev programs in Asia, Africa & Central America, launched the iDE UK Fundraising Board, & built numerous business partnerships. His work with iDE Global, Unilever, United Technologies Corporation (UTC) has been in sust dev & CSR. Iain is Marketing Expert-in-Residence at Imperial College Enterprise Lab, & mentor with Imperial Venture Mentor Scheme, UCL Hatchery team, & London & Partners. Read more
An executive director with vast experience in the charity sector, and recent experience in government departments; A dynamic leader of change with a passion for the charity sector and for organisations achieving their potential, who has instigated and managed improvements in finance, governance, ICT and operational processes. Creatively engaging board members and trustees, building partnerships to lead organisations. Read more
A highly experienced business development/fund raising professional with a proven, demonstrable track record of success in the charity and social enterprise sectors, the private sector, UK and European financial services and the UK public sector. Impeccable professional references available on request together with board level testimonials and compelling case study examples of my work. Funding advice in terms of identifying sources of debt finance (social investment, charity bonds) and grant funding and determining grant eligibility. Skilled Advice on how to formulate, price and present a charity's commercial services be that on a one off transactional or subscription model basis. Read more
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I've 20 years working on the www to go with 25+ years in Marketing and Business Analysis - for Commercial and Charity clients - and I hope I've helped as best I can the smallest and largest clients
If you want to tell (show) your story to best effect I can help with CX/UX and 'Agile' - in ways that Charities can really benefit from
Often the 'basics' need to be revisited. Big investments in technology can come later. I'm known for helping client help themselves, for creating long lasting engagement that is measurable and really successful
You could do less but better and be happy! Read more
MBA qualified Board and Executive experienced leader and coach. Driven by strong personal values that encompass enabling social change, people development, service quality and commercial delivery. A proven leader with experience in Education, Housing, Charitable sector, and regulated environments.
Open to short term and long term assignments including project work specialising in transformational change , HR and /or performance related change as well as Strategy development and Governance. Read more
A senior executive with 25 years’ experience in research and business information roles, with a growing focus on sustainable development. I am adept at drawing together diverse information sources to get to the heart of complex issues from business strategy to sustainability and climate change. A seasoned communicator, I distil the information into clear insight that provides individuals at all levels of the organisation with the knowledge they need to act.
I have a strong track record of conducting research and writing for both professional and academic settings. Read more
I have worked in senior finance management positions in the charity sector for the past 20 years. I’ve supported Trustees and Senior Managers to define their financial objectives, develop budgets and business plans that enabled them to deliver their mission. I also ensured each organisation had robust systems and controls in place to ensure the integrity of their financial and management accounts. I understand the challenges faced by small charities in managing limited resources yet meeting their obligations and making a difference to the more vulnerable in society. Read more
I'm convinced that by working together, we can make the world a better, more just and equitable place, and love exploring all opportunities that challenge the systems and power dynamics that don't work for so many people.
I have 22 years’ experience of high value donor engagement, strategic partnership development, funding and programme management, mentoring and organisational reviews across a range of sectors, as both funder and grantee.
I've managed multi-million, multi-year partnerships between non-profit organisations, international foundations and governments by building effective and Read more
I have worked in the voluntary sector for 10 years, developing not-for-profit organisations and establishing new charities. Read more
I have worked in the education and charity sectors for the past 20 years. I'm an experienced project manager offering support for a wide range of high quality projects, keeping them on track and to budget.
I'm also an experienced researcher and offer evaluation services, from strategic reviews to focus groups and surveys to help you find out more about the impact and outcomes of your work.
I work across strategic and project delivery levels, engaging with senior managers and funders, preparing proposals and developing budgets and cost reports.
This experience of working across entire projects gives me a range of skills that I can quickly apply in different situations to help move your projects forward and fulfil your charitable aims. Read more
A wide range of managerial experience, including Projects, Campaigns, Fundraising, Marketing, and Communications. Social Media. Strong verbal and written communication skills. IT literate. Operational and strategic planning skills. A decision maker. A logical thinker with excellent networking skills. A creative developer who can ‘ground’ ideas and take opportunities. “Hands-on” approach, a practical problem solver with extensive staff management experience. An established public speaker at public events, schools, and universities and to supporters and charity partners. A proven track record of success and achievement.
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I’d love to support you by providing tailored practical HR solutions for your organisation. I’m a fully qualified Chartered MCIPD HR professional with an authentic background in multi-site operational management and business development. I have a distinction in L7 CIPD Employment Law with strong skills in employee relations, industrial relations, mediations and ethics investigations. I’m able to support any issue across the full employee cycle with extensive generalist experience. I have delivered line manager training, led on engagement initiatives and developed mental health workshops. Read more
Founding Director of a charity. Freelance producer for arts venues and festivals. Competant and experienced writing bids and working in partnership with charitable ventures to raise funds. Read more
I am a charity consultant specialising in
- Leadership support to Chairs, CEOs and Boards
- Strategy, culture and structure change
- Income generation and financial sustainability.
I am a highly experienced charity leader and CEO, with extensive governance experience. I am also actively involved in work on patient and public engagement.
I have a passion for bringing out the potential of people and organisations to deliver social impact. I am supportive and enabling, to help build organisational capacity.
See my website for more information:
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I’m a fundraiser with over 13 years’ experience. gained from working with all sizes of charity from small to household names. I have track record of delivering sustainable growth. My specialisms are Individual Giving, Innovation, Digital, Legacy and Supporter Journeys; troubleshooting existing programmes & setting up new ones. My skill sets are strategic planning, budgeting, campaign delivery, leadership, and fundraising legislation. I am available on a consultancy basis to support strategic reviews, troubleshooting, budgeting , product development campaign delivery, and interim support. Read more
I’m Melanie Folkes-Mayers, I'm a HR Specialist and Leadership Trainer, with over 15 years of experience working in a variety of industries including Local Authority, Education, Charity, IT, Consulting and Retail.
I have extensive experience in TUPE/ARD and Transition, Harmonisation, Restructure/Redundancy Programmes, Employee Relations, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and Change Management. Read more
A driven, enthusiastic and high-achieving young professional with a BA in Business and Management and a Masters degree in Human Rights. I have three years' experience in project management and fundraising roles in the not-for-profit sector,
working for global organisations. Read more
I have worked in the charity sector for 16 years, helping build a £1m charity from scratch, with five years as CEO. I have extensive experience in leadership, management, fundraising, people strategy (including recruitment and talent development), business strategy, operations and relationship management.
My key strengths are big picture thinking, problem solving, people skills, idea generation, and communications. I'm keen to help charities work out the best ways to get through challenging situations, and go on to deliver their best work. Read more
I'm a postdoctoral researcher in social sciences and humanities. My PhD course was based on Science of Psychology. I have been writing reviews for critical thesis and facilitating the Psychology PALS for postdocs in online.
I have also got diploma in business management and entrepreneurship and diploma in financial accounting.
My skills are highly at research, creating content, marketing and business analytics, creating strategies, education, budgeting skills, management and leadership, creating survey questionnaires for in-person and online participants and techniques for projects to success. Read more
I work in communication. I specialise in change comms, audience insight, writing, social media strategy and business events. I also coach people to communicate and present brilliantly. And if you don't need any of these, what about an objective view on your current approach to communicating with your audiences? I’m also studying the OU MBA.
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I have 25 years experience in the voluntary sector, primarily in international development, working with a broad range of agencies. I specialise in case for support development, organisational and fundraising strategy and in securing high level grants from statutory funders, trusts and foundations. My academic background in international development, extensive first-hand experience of development projects in the Global South and strong communication skills have given me the knowledge and expertise to build strong relationships with donors, develop compelling proposals and write engaging report Read more
I have been a trustee of The Inform-All Project ltd since its inception. Through the years, the charity has developed many different projects that have evolved according to the needs of the community we serve.
My job has always been to look at the needs of those who use our services and find ways of facilitating them with exciting projects.
My pet project is The Uplift Project. An outreach program aimed at women aged 35 and above. This was started at the beginning of covid and has now grown into a woman-to-women quarterly magazine. Read more
Are you a charity CEO or board of trustees looking for any of the following? 1) CEO mentoring ; 2) Strategy development; 3) Trustee/governance workshop. If so, please don't take my word for the clear, original and collaborative thinking I bring to the table in consultancy work I have undertaken with leaders of small and medium-sized charities. Instead, trust what my clients say. I currently choose just a couple of organisations to work with each year whilst I am studying for a PhD (on the third sector of course!). Call me for a no-obligation chat to see if we would make a good fit Read more
My career includes 20 years in brand and marketing strategy and leadership, primarily for Non Profits working in education, disability and mental health.
I spent 3 years on the Australian National Committee for UN Women as a Committee Member, and roles consulting to Human Rights start-ups.
I can help you shape your Brand and Marketing strategy, create content & communication plans and increase your visibility via PR, Events and Social Media.
I am an experienced Project Manager and can also coach your team on Leadership Development and overcoming Imposter Syndrome. Read more
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Office work
Office Support
Business Professionals
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Project management
Mentoring and coaching
Growing up in Belfast during the Troubles motivated him to work for inclusion and societal justice.
Peter is passionate about helping the voluntary sector to survive and succeed for the long term. He has wide-ranging relevant experience as a chair, a trustee, and a CEO.
Peter is keen to support charity boards, chairs, and trustees in challenging times as they look to develop a new vision and focus for their work, and work through different perspectives to succeed. He is particularly experienced in coaching charity leaders, and supporting trustee boards and chairs as they work through conflict Read more
I have extensive experience in the third sector in leadership roles to CEO and Trustee level with specialisms in income generation, good governance and strategy development. I am passionate about the third sector and its ability to deliver change for the greater good. I thrive on challenging projects where my people and creative skills can be fully utilised and I am motivated seeing the impact of my work. I have worked in new start-ups and in long-established NGOS that required fundamental restructure. I am available for short, medium or long term assignments and for interim leadership roles. Read more
I’ve been in leading charity roles for over ten years now, with wide-ranging senior digital and marketing positions at Tommy’s, NSPCC, Rethink Mental Illness, Time to Change, Mind and Pancreatic Cancer UK, as well as many other public and private sector roles. Read more
An experienced and professional income generation specialist who initiates and facilitates strategic planning, and contributes to the shaping and delivery of operational change. A senior and results-driven leader who has broad experience across the fundraising spectrum with a proven ability to diversify and grow income streams, having worked for charities with incomes ranging from £200,000 to £90 million p.a. A self-motivated individual with a high degree of emotional intelligence, an immense drive and outstanding interpersonal and communication skills.
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Passionate about learning and development, I have experience of helping people to reach their potential and have fulfilling careers as well as supporting organisations to develop and engage their employees. I have worked within the whole employee life cycle and supported with career development including developing leadership skills, managing limiting beliefs, and increasing visibility. Commercially aware, I keep myself up to date with new and emerging trends and can support with leadership/management development programmes, enhancing your employee experience and providing outplacement support Read more
I have over 16 years third sector leadership experience and have developed many operational models, based on evidence-based research, both in the UK and overseas.
With particular experience in strategy (business planning/options appraisals), CSR/employee engagement programmes, operations management and impact assessment (developed a model for understanding theory of change).
As a former CEO for 10 years I completely understand the challenges faced by charity leaders and Trustees to build a sustainable, transparent and evidence-based intervention.
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I have over 25 years experience of managing change in the voluntary and not for profit sector. I have managed start-ups, restructured existing organisations, and directed strategic bodies.
I can help you find strategic direction and deliver change in your organisation.
An empathic facilitator and trainer, I can provide productive and fun workshop sessions for Trustees, Managers, staff teams and community groups.
I can provide mentoring and coaching sessions to new managers or even experienced ones that have hit a knotty problem.
I work face to face and online, using MS teams.
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Independent consultant for not for profits with experience both in-house and as a consultant developing strategic, tailored communications, PR campaigns and fundraising plans, propositions and proposals to get you noticed and make a difference.
I will work with you to grow your profile and your fundraising. Supporting your teams with creative and strategic input that will help to develop them and meet your goals.
Specialties: PR & social, brand & identity, marketing & digital, fundraising development, reputation and crisis management. Read more
I am a Film Studies graduate that began working in web design / development when the internet was all fields! I have hands on design, content and coding skills from a long career in digital media in the public, private & charitable sector.
I love working for charities as I am passionate about parity and inclusion. I am enthusiastic about how Digital Transformation can galvanise charities; widen their reach, increase donations and improve operational efficiency. I am data driven & results led. Whether that be strategic input, analytics or graphical, AV, web or written content development. Read more
Over 10 years experience incl. project management; recruitment; developing monitoring and evaluation systems (in particular for grant-funded projects); basic web design; training development; admin support; and proof reading. Having worked at all levels from office support and directly with service users, to internal operations and service management at senior leadership, I have a holistic understanding of the needs and challenges across a charity. I’m an excellent communicator and as a freelancer work independently but collaboratively with staff. Read more
A strategic yet operational Operations professional with eclectic and pragmatic experience in HR, Marketing and Digital with specialisms in WordPress websites, email marketing, employee engagement and productivity Read more
My career spans 40 years working in the creative sector in senior management and executive level roles. I've initiated and delivered complex partnerships and high value creative public realm projects and managed teams of skilled professionals.
I worked closely with Trustees, clients and funding partners, to take forward significant organisational change through merging the activities of two leading organisations. Most recently I have helped establish a new Charity operating in the immigration sector.
I also hold several Board positions alongside a varied portfolio of freelance commitments. Read more
Hugely motivated to create impressive cross-functional teams, delivering robust communication and service programmes to strengthen and support social needs. Advanced at embedding cultural change and operational excellence to drive growth, increase efficiency, implement transformation, and provide innovative social care solutions, Coproduction Trauma Informed Care and PIE. Operational and strategic thinker, combining operational and strategic knowledge to set up and implement new projects. Strong stakeholder relationships developed, creating a valuable network to increase opportunities. Read more
A strategic leader in the charitable / foundation sector with a wealth of experience developing strategies, programmes, events and delivering plans that achieve results. Passionate about making a difference and helping people to create sustainable change. Good at getting initiatives off the ground and leading and galvanising teams. Can act as interim management or fill a gap to get a new strategy, programme, project or event off the ground. Read more
An experienced fundraiser across the disciplines with excellent relationship building and communication skills Read more
I thrive on working with charities embedded within communities who have strong, personal relationships with service users. I work best by having conversations with people, seeing change, getting feedback and making the third sector really work, focussing on strong delivery. I am keen to work with executive teams, trustees and service users advising on developing business strategy, realistic & achievable fundraising plans, building partnerships and submitting strong funding applications. I also want to help organisations plan for more effectively for the future, particularly through merger. Read more
Over 16 years of Charity Management experience, managing all aspects of charities including, finance and administration, HR, Governance, strategy development and statutory reporting. Reviewed and updated policies for implementation of GDPR. Read more
Nineteen years experience of leading and managing programmes and building the capacity of teams and organisations in the charity and social enterprise sector.
Collaborative and person-centred leadership style. Strong partnership development and relationship management skills. Strategy development and execution experience and design of processes, systems and tools for efficiency, effectiveness and impact.
I am outcomes-focused, a strategic thinker and good under pressure. I enjoy identifying problems, developing and implementing plans to address them and coaching others for success. Read more
Over 13 years charitable experience from on the ground design, delivery and implementation of innovative education, employability, personal development, and leadership programmes for those from challenging backgrounds. Extensive experience in senior leadership – managing a large multi-disciplinary team across an array of services, ensuring positive impact and strategic vision was achieved. Founder of Conscious Learning & Development (CLD) advising charitable and corporate organisations to strengthen their performance; sustainability and overall impact on society and the people they work with. Read more
An experienced brand and marketing strategist, I've worked with many charities on strategic planning, project and change management, risk and governance, research and report writing.
I have also worked with charities under investigation by the Charity Commission; instigating and managing deep dives and producing reports for both the Commission and the Trustees and thereafter, producing strategic frameworks for improvement.
I have also served as Trustee and Committee member (and continue to do so), as well as mentoring individuals and charitable organisations and social enterprises across UK Read more
I am a former journalist with more than 12 years experience in charity and public sector media teams. I am an experienced copy writer, communicator and press officer. I can produce communications plans, press releases, blogs, statements, articles and social media posts, tailored to the required audience, within tight deadlines. I have managed PR as part of integrated campaigns, organised media training, produced videos and scripted podcasts and webinars. I have edited magazines and impact reports. I am experienced in crisis communications and I have also been a radio spokesperson. Read more
I am a change manager with extensive experience in the charity and local government sectors. I have worked with diverse communities in London for many years. I have recently qualified as a life coach and enjoy supporting leaders in the challenges they face. Read more
With well over ten years of experience supporting the charitable sector, I have a wide range of experience, across the UK, which I bring to each assignment. From developing strategy and improving operational delivery to leading on £multi-million tenders. I have experience of mergers, service redesign and restructure as well as a wealth of experience at improving operations, measuring impact and evaluating funding streams. I have supported charities to streamline operations, providing better services for frontline users and regularly write successful funding bids for the charities I support. Read more
Journalist and publisher with 25 years' experience in the UK's leading magazine media companies. I offer a range of services including creating sparkling copy, sub-editing and proof-reading, as well as devising brand strategy, tone of voice and effective marketing content. Recent work has included launching new consumer products for print, blogs and social. Passionate about creating market-leading content that truly connects with the audience, whatever the subject. My experience includes craft, lifestyle, wellbeing, mindfulness, weddings, hair, travel, tourism and industrial sectors. Read more
Experienced in strategic and leadership development, mentoring, performance improvement, evaluation, organisational change, and development. I have a broad spectrum of experience and have a proven record in project management, income-generating, relationship building, coaching individuals to success, and team building.
I will work with organisations keen to increase income, strategic development, business planning, operational reviews, and team building.
I am motivated by being able to unlock the potential of people and organisations so they can have a bigger social impact and deliver growth Read more
I help organizations drive successful growth initiatives. Balancing business needs with people-oriented strategies to develop supportive cultures and ethical management frameworks. Ensuring organisations are efficient and well-positioned in their field.
I achieved this by fostering a culture of trust and empowerment through coaching leadership teams and helping them develop clear strategic plans that match the culture and ethos of the organisation and meet the expectations of all stakeholders. Helping the management team understand the value of working on "the important" not the "urgent". Read more
Retired Prison Governor following 32 years service. Last 15 years working at Senior Command Level. Currently working for the Ministry of Justice on a sessional basis on recruitment campaigns for Probation and Prison Staff. People focused, a skilled facilitator and coach. Able to communicate with confidence and gravitas at all levels; able to build trust, motivate and influence. Experienced in dealing with difficult situations and negotiating effective conflict resolution at a senior level.
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I am a management consultant, trainer, coach and mentor, with 30 years of senior management experience in the charity sector and a passion for working with organisations focused on positive societal impact. My approach combines consulting and knowledge transfer, delivering sustainable value to my clients.
I am committed to working with you to strengthen your organisational, team and individual performance and capacity, and, in so doing, to help
you better achieve your mission and goals, demonstrate impact and reach your targets.
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Julian is an experienced charity CEO, commercial MD, Non-Executive Director & Consultant. He began his career in the employment services division of the Civil Service, before training as a professional actor working in Theatre, TV and Radio & as Adminisrative Director of Theatre Venture & English Theatre Abroad. He studied leadership and business management at the Judge Business School (University of Cambridge) & The Leadership Trust. He graduated as a leadership, Business and Executive Coach on the Meyler Campbell EMCC accredited Mastered course. He a is member of the Association for Coaching Read more
An experienced, respected and highly productive senior marketing and transformation/change professional with a reputation for delivery - dynamic, inquisitive, considerate and well organised. Strong people focused leader and mentor, able to inspire and develop high performing teams. Exceptional stakeholder and project management skills, ability to work with cross functional teams through collaboration, as well as on own merits. A safe pair of hands, blue chip pedigree able to work in start ups, SME’s through to Global Enterprises, including Not For Profit and Charities. Read more
Dedicated operations leader who excels at using proven methods as well as innovative people lead approaches to successfully lead and manage functions such as Finance, HR, Facilities and IT operations within a charity, developing what are traditionally seen as supportive functions into integral driving elements of a sustainable organisation. Assertive and enthusiastic with an approachable style that emanates positive culture and work ethics. Read more
Deeply collegial and collaborative in approach I have successfully developed and implemented innovative and creative services and programmes at both local community and regional levels. I am skilled and experienced in service and programme design, strategic communications, management, team building, facilitation, workshop design, coaching and mentoring, training and network and partnership building.
I am particularly passionate about equality and diversity and raising awareness of attitudes to age and ageing. Read more
I worked as head of department in 2 large city organisations in charge of all marketing and running the teams. I was responsible for bringing in up to $4,000,000 in fees annually. Giving presentations and attending events around the world gave me skills that were easily transferable to the charity sector. I am an excellent networker and know how to build relationships. I have been very successful in writing bids and really enjoy mentoring others. Read more
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Qualified accountant who has held the positions as Finance Director in the charity and not for profit organisations contributing to successful turn arounds to profitability and positive liquidity situations. In addition a collegiate manager who mentors staff and training to achieve high standards and good liaison with operational managers for the benefit of good business management. Enjoys the success achieved for organisations in demonstrating how financial management can contribute to the aims and goals for the success of the organisations. Read more
Skilled charity manager and CEO with over 20 years of experience in the non-profit sector. Proficient at all aspects of charity growth and change. Development of overall mission and strategy in addition to fundraising, marketing and programme plans. Operational know-how in all aspects of charity start up and growth including policy, profile and marketing, data base development and volunteer management. Experience in governance and development of Board and committees.
Signifcant fundraising and marketing experience in strategy and application. Both project and change mgt experience. Read more
I have worked within the third sector for over 20 years. In that time I have had senior roles within a diverse range of charities, both health (physical and mental), welfare and learning disability. In that time I have gained experience in both large and small organisations.
I have skills in all areas and would be happy to share those with others. As I pick things up quickly I would be happy to work with charities that may have beneficiary groups that I have not worked with before.
I am enthusiastic and hard working and would welcome the chance of passing my skills on to others. Read more
I am an experienced and energetic qualified chartered accountant who following substantial commercial experience, is now helping the charitable sector. Happy to be hands on and roll up his sleeves but also happy to lead in areas such as strategy and business plans. Very happy in assisting Trustees to ensure their organisation's aims are met to the full. Read more
An accomplished Executive (Human Capital Specialist/Social Impact Advisor/Social Entrepreneur) with global exposure to a variety of industries to senior Board level, including the Private, Consulting, and Not-for-Profit sectors, with experience encompassing strategic & business planning, business development, auditing & compliance, risk management, accounting & financial management, human capital development, and program design & management.
I am a Chartered Accountant and a Chartered Human Resources Professional with experience in the Big 4 accounting/consulting firms and entrepreneurship. Read more
A board-level charity and local government leader with experience across housing and welfare, environmental and highways services and in charity governance, leadership and transformation. Read more
30 years a fundraiser, 25 as a consultant, I started out as an individual giving specialist, then expanded to other areas. I particularly enjoy strategy, copywriting and case for support development. Over the years I have worked for many causes, large and small, and for many UK universities, including over half of the Russell Group. I'm backed by a team of Freelance colleagues who add value to the service.
I stepped away from consultancy for 4 years, and I'm now returning, so keen to meet new clients, and offer an effective, value for money service. Read more