Listed 2 months ago
Technical Advisor Office IT Systems Reporting to: Systems Manager Liaison with: Systems Manager Contract period: Voluntary annual contract (non-remunerated) Salary Range: n/a (reasonable pre-agreed expenses may be reimbursed) Usual working hours: Flexible, as agreed, typically a few hours per month as required Location: Primarily remote, with occasional online or in-person meetings (London-based optional South Kensington, London. We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate on the grounds of gender identity, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age. We utilise an anonymous shortlisting process for recruitment, which means no personal data will be visible to the shortlisting panel. If you are interested in applying and require any accessibility adjustments to the application process, please do let us know when you apply. Thank you. Introduction British Exploring Society is a world class youth development charity with a unique heritage, founded on the belief that challenging experiences can define lives, empowering and equipping young people with the courage, skills, resilience and determination to make the most of their future. We prepare and take young people on adventures and expeditions to remote locations where they face challenges, gain skills and learn about themselves - as well as acquiring knowledge relevant to their lives and to the fragile environments that they explore. The results are transformative – not just in terms of practical skills and resilience, but in a new-found confidence and self-belief which they carry forward to their future life. More than this, through their adventure together, our young people forge friendships for life and become part of a unique supportive and continuing community of explorers with shared experiences, values and perspectives on the world. We are committed to building an executive and volunteer team that together represent a diverse variety of backgrounds, skills, and perspectives on the world. The more inclusive we are, the better we think we’ll be at delivering our charitable aims. The Role in Detail As a youth development charity providing a range of practical programmes for young people from diverse backgrounds, the integrity of our office systems is of particular importance to us. We seek a Technical Advisor (Systems) to provide voluntary specialist advice and challenge us to strengthen and streamline our digital systems and processes, supporting data integrity, automation, and efficiency across the charity in the pursuit of our charitable aims. We have worked with technical advisors in other areas of programme delivery (for medical advice for example) for many years. Page 1 of 3 This is a non-operational, advisory role. The Technical Advisor (Systems) is contracted, but not responsible for delivery, implementation or system performance, but provides expertise and guidance to inform decision-making and to promote best practice in digital governance and design. Personal Attributes A pragmatic and dependable individual who takes a thoughtful, structured approach to their work and is motivated by supporting a charity with purpose. They are analytical, organised, and adaptable, able to balance attention to detail with awareness of the bigger picture, and communicate ideas clearly to help strengthen systems. Main responsibilities & accountabilities ● Review and advise on the design and logic of CRM systems, automations, and integrations (including Podio and related tools). ● Support the development of templates, tools, and procedures that improve data integrity and internal efficiency. ● Offer independent oversight and recommendations on system reliability, scalability, and governance. ● Advise on documentation, process mapping, and system risk management. ● Participate in occasional review or planning meetings (typically quarterly or as required). ● The role may also offer input on the charity’s digital resilience and cybersecurity posture, helping to identify good practice and proportionate safeguards across platforms and processes. Person Specification; Skills, Knowledge and Understanding Why we need these Broad understanding of how digital systems and workflow automations operate (for example logic branches, triggers, and data flows). To design efficient, effective systems. Familiarity with platforms such as Podio, Power Automate, or similar CRM and automation tools To provide relevant context and insight when advising on our existing systems and integrations. Understanding of data integrity, digital governance, and good documentation practice. To help ensure systems are accurate, reliable, and managed efficiently. Strong analytical thinking and structured, collaborative problem-solving skills. To support clear, logical decision- making and effective teamwork. Awareness of common cyber-security risks within small organisations and how system design, permissions, and user behaviour can mitigate them. To support continuous improvement and resilience within our digital infrastructure. Page 2 of 3 Working Practices This voluntary role is dependent on satisfactory receipt of professional references and an enhanced DBS check. How to apply To apply for the role, please submit your CV and Cover letter to info@britishexploring.org Key Dates: Interviews will take place in person at our offices in South Kensington, London. We will interview interested applicants on a rolling basis. Unfortunately, we will not be able to offer feedback to any candidates not shortlisted. Start date will be as soon as is possible. Thank you for your interest in this role and in British Exploring Society Page 3 of 3
BRITISH EXPLORING SOCIETY
37,000 - 45,000 per year
South Kensington, London
Full-time
27th February 2026
Listed 6 days ago
Senior Trusts & Foundations Manager Reporting to: Head of Development Liaison with: All members of staff, Development Board, Members, Supporters and wider community Contract Period: Full-time , permanent Salary Range : £37,000 -£45,000 depending on experience Usual working hours : 9.30am – 5.30pm Location: The normal place of work is South Kensington, London. The post need to attend the office in person for at least 2 days a week including our all which is currently Tuesday each week. -holder will -staff day, Start Date: Immediate We will be assessing applications on a rolling basis. applications is 9am, Friday 27 th February 2026 . We reserve the right to close applications prior to the closing date if we receive elevated levels of interest and/or secure a successful applicant for the role. The closing date and time for Full details on how to apply can be found on page 6 of this document. Overview O ur Senior Trusts & Foundations Manager generating income from our Trusts & Foundations p Foundations). They identify new prospects, write compelling and persuasive proposals to secure significant gift s, actively develop relationship s with key internal and external stakeholders and provide brilliant stewardship. is primarily responsible for managing and ortfolio (including Corporate We are looking for someone wh have a strong track record of nurturing relationships figure+ gifts, and a genuine passion for youth development solver with the ability to work they run smoothly and effectively. o has a sound understanding of T&F fundraising. You’ll , securing multi -year and five - You are a creative problem independently and take ownership of projects - ensuring We welcome applications from Individuals returning to work, looking to change sectors or to apply their skills in a new context. British Exploring Society is committed to equal opportunity and to building a team that represents a diverse variety of backgro skills and perspectives. The more inclusive we are, the better we think we’ll be at delivering our charitable aims. We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate on the grounds of gender identity, sexual orientation, martial or civi partnership status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability, or age. unds, l About Us British Exploring Society is a heritage, founded on the belief that challenging experiences can define lives, empowering and equipping young people with the world class youth development charity with a unique courage, integrity, skills, resilience, and Page 1 of 6 motivation to make the most of their future. We prepare young people for adventures and expeditions virtually, and to remote locations in the UK and overseas where they face challenges, gain skills, and learn about themselves relevant to their lives and to the environments that they explore. - as well as acquiring knowledge The Role - main responsibilities & accountabilities Prospecting • Develop a robust and sustainable T&F pipeline • Research, identify and qualify prospective Exploring Society’s . . T&F’s whose priorities align with British Income Generation • Support the Head of Development in set ting annual and multi -year income • Work closely with targets and KPI’s for T&F’ s. internal teams outcomes frameworks and budgets Lead on the preparation and submission of high . expressions of interest and concept note . • to develop compelling cases for support, -quality funding proposals, • Actively manage the existing T&F pipeline, building relationships with funders and secure significant funding to support our Wild Pathways (unrestricted and restricted) . • Manage all aspects of funder stewardship, including reports, event invitations, updates, relationship building and re tention strategies. Stakeholder Management • Act as the primary relationship manager for proactive and responsive engagement . all T& F’s, ensuring professional, • Build strong internal relationships to ensure proposals are accurate, impactful and aligned with our Wild Pathways . • Manage relationships with trustee and Development Board members to support their fundraising and network management • Support the CEO , SLT , and Development Board . meetings and strategic conversations . , where appropriate, in funder • Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure consistent messaging, brand guidelines are followed and effective use of impact data. Governance, compliance and reporting • Ensure all applications and grants comply with funder requirements, charity law and British Exploring Society policies . • Maintain excellent record keeping, updating our CRM system (Podio) with all funder interactions, applications, donations and outcomes . • Maintain up -to-date knowledge of charitable funding trends, compliance . requirements and best practice • Support audit and evaluation processes related to restricted funding alongside the Finance team . • Oversee the dedicated Development inbox and promptly respond to ad hoc queries. Page 2 of 6 Other Duties • Provide planning and delivery support for virtual/in -person events – including pre/post event briefings. • Represent the charity at external events in a professional manner. • Adhere to the charity’s policies, procedures and working practices. • Undertake other tasks as delegated by the Head of Development as necessary for the post. • Following full induction, the post holder will participate in the team rota as a Duty Officer during periods when the charity is running a 24 -hour support service . The responsibilities listed are not exhaustive and this job description may be subject to change as the role evolves over time. This role is dependent on satisfactory receipt of references and an enhanced DBS check. British Exploring Society is unable to sponsor work visas. Person Specification Skills, Knowledge, Competencies and Understanding Proven ability in T&F proposal and report writing Experience in setting and achieving financial goals and meeting deadlines Involvement in co - ordinating and managing virtual and in -person events Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; written and verbal Ability to identify/profile/analyse the interests and motivations of stakeholder groups Why we need these T&F’s. You’ll need to to donate. Your report writing that move people your creativity, excellent written and As a Trust fundraiser verbal communications skills will ensure consistency in tone and strategic messaging. You’ll have experience of crating applications style will be factual but engaging in tone. Fundraising targets will be attached to the role, and you’ll be responsible for generating income from understand audience motivations and use these insights to help inform future fundraising targets. Events are key to our supporter journey strategy and give members of our community the opportunity to hear directly from us, and us from them. You’ll be involved, to varying degrees, in the design, planning and delivery of these events. The role involves communication with a wide and varied audience through different mediums, from taking calls factual reporting, writing informative and engaging copy, presenting, making the ‘ask’ and securing additional funds from supporters. Developing our relationship with our diverse stakeholder community to engage them more actively and support more donations will require insight and communications targeted . to T&F’s and wider Page 3 of 6 and tailor activity with them accordingly Skilled in building positive relationships across a diverse group of people Ability to work well and with good humour under pressure Ability to adapt and effectively manage a challenging and varied workload Accuracy and attention to detail Strong administration and organisational skills IT proficiency including office suites English and Maths to at least GCSE or equivalent level Knowledge of the Code of Fundraising Practise and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) Understanding of youth development and a belief in the opportunities for positive change that expeditions & outdoor education provide for all young people You will manage relationships with a varied community, often acting as first point of contact and responding to any questions or queries. A significant part of the role is communicating and building relationships with staff, our Development Board, our Trustees. Being able to communicate effectively is pivotal to the role to ensure positive outcomes to what we do. As a team we work to several, sometimes tight, deadlines and with conflicting priorities. You’ll be agile enough to adapt quickly and positively to changes. and W e’re a small team and occasionally we have to respond and flex quickly to a broad and fluctuating range of different tasks throughout the year , all with ever changing priorities T&F records, writing . -reading This is critical for tasks such as managing communications, briefs & prospect profiles, proof material etc . A significant part of the role is administrative and working across databases and platforms on multiple tasks requires solid organisational skills, and much of the tasks will be administrative in nature Much of the planning and information sharing methods we utilise consist of a combination of MS Office and Google programs, so a proficiency of these programs or a quick ability to learn them is essential You’ll be numerate and able to interpret trends that will then inform future knowledge to write effective communications You’ll be managing data events; it is imperative that all our activity is compliant with current legislation. a sks . You’ll also use this and collaborating on appeals and budgets, data and . . We are a youth development charity whose objective is to enable young people to move beyond the limits of what they and society – thought possible. You will be working with people who have experienced our programmes and must be able to empathise with the ir journeys with us. – Core Values How Core Values are demonstrated in this role Courage • High levels of integrity and sound judgement . Page 4 of 6 Self -belief • Creative - able to propose ask’s and tactics to support your work without fear of rejection. • Fundraising and cultivation are tough. You deal with setbacks well and are buoyant in the face of ongoing difficulties. • Your job will require you to instigate engagement to many people. You can do this with pleasure and can cope when your invitation to engage isn’t received as you wish. • To achieve your goals, you will need the help of others, so you will be and at good at asking for assistance, continuing to press for it, acknowledging potentially competing priorities. • Working with stakeholders at every level – you will be confident to communicate with them all. • You will be good at staying focused on work which delivers the goals you have agreed, and at politely deflecting tasks - which could distract you. - however enjoyable Challenge • Open, honest & hard working. Flexible & adaptable and able to respond to a dynamically changing situation . • You will have a focus on confidentiality and accuracy – on high quality data management. • You’ll work effectively and with good humour under pressure and be motivated by your targets. • You will be comfortable and confident enough to cope with very varied responses from backs. funders and able to cope well with knock - • You will be happy to adapt your working practices outside normal office hours and in other locations – including working – to meet your goals. Community • Approachable and supportive • You will be confident communicating with a wide range of stakeholders in person, in writing, and via phone and on -screen. • You will enjoy cultivating and caring for relationships with a wide range . of supporters, often as their main point of contact. • You will be adept at enlisting the support of others, with sensitivity, in order to engage potential new supporters . • You will act as a champion for funders within the charity . Working Practices • Normal working hours are Monday to Friday 09.30 – 17.30. Additional, occasional evening and weekend working is expected as part of this role, including ‘on call’ duties. • Full-time staff are entitled to 23 days’ paid holiday per holiday year in addition to normal English Bank and Public holidays. • Birthdays are given as leave days following completion of probation. Additional leave days are awarded for long service. • Staff have access to R oyal Geographical • Staff and their families are offered a range of confidential pastoral support Society events as corporate members. Page 5 of 6 services. • We run a cycle -to-work scheme. There are showers on -site at our offices. How to Apply We will be assessing applications on a rolling basis. The closing date and time for applications is 9am , Friday 27 th February 2026 . We reserve the right to close applications prior to the closing date if we receive elevated levels of interest and/or secure a successful applicant for the role. • Please send a n up -to-date CV including your contact details In addition to your CV, please select to rebeccam@britishexploring.org Values (see below) and write how you have demonstrated those Values in your professional life in no more than 300 word use AI tools – we are most interested in hearing from you in your own voice s in total. We request that you do not two of our . C ore Values How Core Values appear as characteristic, behaviour or competency Courage Self -belief Challenge Community Tackles new tasks, can embrace difficult decision and supports others to do the same. Is resilient, responds well to knock mistakes. Has a can -do attitude, gets hands small team. Is an authentic, mature communicator who values a wide range of stakeholders equally -backs, likes opportunities to learn from -on as needed, thrives in an entrepreneurial -making and conversations, • We will contact suitable candidates to arrange a 10 min call with our Head of Development . • Some candidates will then be invited for interview in person at our offices in South Kensington on Thursday 1 6th March . If you are interested in applying and require any accessibility adjustments to the application process, please do let us know when you apply. Thank you. If you are not invited for Unfortunately, we will not be able to offer feedback to candidates not invited to in interview. an interview, we will contact you by email to let you know. -person Thank you for your interest in this role and in British Exploring Societ y. Page 6 of 6
BRITISH EXPLORING SOCIETY
29,000 per year (pro rata)
South Kensington, London
Full-time
27th February 2026
Listed 6 days ago
Senior Coordinator - Fundraising Communications and Membership Engagement Reporting to: Head of Development Liaison with: All members of staff, Development Board, Members, Supporters and wider community Contract Period: Full-time , permanent Salary Range: c.£ 29,000 -£32,000 depending on experience Usual working hours : 9.30am – 5.30pm Location: The normal place of work is South Kensington, London. The post need to attend the office in person for at least 2 days a week including our all which is currently Tuesday each week. -holder will -staff day, Start Date: Immediate We will be assessing applications on a rolling basis. applications is 9am, Friday 27 th February 2026 . We reserve the right to close applications prior to the closing date if we receive elevated levels of interest and/or secure a successful applicant for the role. The closing date and time for Full d etails on how to apply can be found on page 6 of this document. O verview is primarily responsible for all Member 1 and supporter O ur Senior Coordinator engagement and stewardship across the year. T event delivery and manag individuals, support creation to delivery. This includes e communications that increase engagement, retain loyalty and raise funds. -newsletters, fundraising appeals e all communication s from content and ad hoc hey build and develop relationships with We are looking for someone who is creative, has strong communication skills, the ability to work independently, and take ownership of projects effectively. You’ll have a marketing communications support. engagement and tools, and enjoy sharing with people the impact of their - ensuring they run smoothly and , sound understanding of thoughtful stakeholder We welcome applications from Individuals returning to work, looking to change sectors or to apply their skills in a new context. British Exploring Society is committed to equal opportunity and to building a team that represents a diverse variety of backgro skills and perspectives. The more inclusive we are, the better we think we’ll be at delivering our charitable aims. We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate on the grounds of gender identity, sexual orientation, martial or civi partnership status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability, or age. unds, l 1 Lifetime Membership is awarded to young people once they complete a British Exploring Society expedition in a remote wilderness. Page 1 of 7 About Us world class youth development charity British Exploring Society is a heritage, founded on the belief that challenging experiences can define lives, empowering and equipping young people with the motivation to make the most of their future. We prepare young people for adventures and expeditions virtually, and to remote locations in the UK and overseas where they face challenges, gain skills, and learn about themselves relevant to their lives and to the environments that they explore. with a unique - as well as acquiring knowledge courage, integrity, skills, resilience, and The Role - main responsibilities & accountabilities Communications – Engagement and Stewardship • Manage and deliver an annual programme of communications and activity that supporters . all e-communications including: encourages engagement and loyalty from Members and • Curate and create compelling content for o The Ration Pack (bi o Extra Rations (bi -monthly e -newsletter) -monthly fundraising e -communications such as Appeals, Gifts in Wills, Challenge events etc) o Ad hoc Insight -gathering e -communications (surveys/questionnaires) o The Campfire (annual digital magazine for Members) o Thank you letters • Monitor, evaluate and report on the performance of each e -communication to generate insights that help inform future communications and support internal learning and planning . Income G eneration • Drive acquisition activity to increase the number of Members making a financial gift. • Manage and grow our one -off donations and Regular Giving portfolio, creating inspiring appeals to increase financial support. • Support in the development and delivery of Legacy Giving and annual Chair ’s Challenge . Fundraising and Membership Systems & Reporting • Be the Development Team’s ‘CRM champion’, working closely with the team and internal stakeholders to improve systems and process to ensure efficient . management of the Membership and Development workspaces • Maintain excellent record keeping, updating our CRM system (Podio) with Member, donation and supporter information. • Manage third -party platforms, such as Enthuse, Just Giving and produce insight reports. • Work with Accounts team to implement and maintain processes for Direct Debit and Gift Aid claims. • Oversee the dedicated Development and Members inbox es and promptly respond to ad hoc queries. Page 2 of 7 Prospecting • Identify Members/ £1000 and work with the Development team to increase their giving levels. supporters who have the potential to make gifts of up to • Prepare and deliver quality, tailored prospect research profiles . Other Duties • Support and manage the design and production of materials, reports, case studies and internal communications to engage and enrich our relationship with Members/supporters . • Provide planning and delivery support for virtual/in -person events – including pre/post event briefings. • Represent the charity at external events in a professional manner. • Adhere to the charity’s policies, procedures and working practices. • Undertake other tasks as delegated by the Head of Development as necessary for the post. • Following full induction, the post holder will participate in the team rota as a Duty Officer during periods when the charity is running a 24 -hour support service . The responsibilities listed are not exhaustive and this job description may be subject to change as the role evolves over time. This role is dependent on satisfactory receipt of references and an enhanced DBS check. British Exploring Society is unable to sponsor work visas. Person Specification Skills, Knowledge, Competencies and Understanding Proven ability in marketing and fundraising communications Competent in managing fundraising/marketing campaigns from start to finish Extensive experience using Mailchimp (or similar) as a primary communications platform Why we need these – i.e. an Wild . -led design, not just aesthetic As a content creator your creativity, excellent written and verbal marketing communications skills will ensure consistency in tone and strategic messaging. You’ll have experience of crating communications that move people into action understanding of action You will take responsibility for specific tasks and projects across our portfolio of engagement and stewardship communications. These communications will help raise funds to support our Pathways, You will be responsible for the management, planning, creation, delivery and evaluation of such activities You ’ll have a strong track record of managing campaigns end ‑to‑end and will be confident in building and optimising audience segments, automating journeys, and analysing performance to drive continuous improvement. A deep understanding of Mailchimp to ensure communications are targeted, effective, and aligned with organisational goals. as well as encourage Member/supporter loyalty. ’s tools and capabilities is essential . Page 3 of 7 Experience in setting and achieving financial goals and meeting deadlines Involvement in co - ordinating and managing virtual and in -person events Analytical approach, working with CRM databases and fundraising platforms, and the confidence to streamline work processes where necessary Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; written and verbal Ability to identify/profile/analyse the interests and motivations of stakeholder groups and tailor activity with them accordingly Skilled in building positive relationships across a diverse group of people Ability to work well and with good humour under pressure Ability to adapt and effectively manage a challenging and varied workload Fundraising, Member engagement and activation targets will be attached to the role, and you’ll be responsible for generating income from Members and supporters. You’ll need to understand audience motivations and use these insights to help inform future fun draising targets. Events are key to our supporter journey strategy and give members of our community the opportunity to hear directly from us, and us from them. You’ll be involved, to varying degrees, in the design, planning and delivery of these events. As our database champion you will support the Development team in maintaining accurate Member/supporter records, designing database processes and creating reports that support our work. You’ll be managing our fundraising platforms, such as Enthuse, Just Gi for ensuring there are robust processes in place to support the smooth transition of data between the platforms and our database. The role involves communication with a wide and varied audience through different mediums, from taking calls from Members, factual reporting, writing informative and engaging copy, presenting, making the ‘ask’ and securing additional funds from supporters. Developing our relationship with our diverse Member and wider stakeholder community to engage them more actively and support more donations will require insight and segmented communications with them. They range in age from 16 ving, and will be responsible – 90. You will manage relationships with a varied community, often acting as first point of contact and responding to any questions or queries. A significant part of the role is communicating and building relationships with staff, our Development Board, our Trus tees, and our Members. Being able to communicate effectively is pivotal to the role to ensure positive outcomes to what we do. As a team we work to several, sometimes tight, deadlines and with conflicting priorities. You’ll be agile enough to adapt quickly and positively to changes. Working on Membership and on every part of our fundraising programme, you will focus on a broad and fluctuating range of different tasks throughout the year with ever changing priorities . Page 4 of 7 Accuracy and attention to detail Strong administration and organisational skills IT proficiency including office suites English and Maths to at least GCSE or equivalent level Knowledge of the Code of Fundraising Practise and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) Understanding of youth development and a belief in the opportunities for positive change that expeditions & outdoor education provide for all young people . This is critical for tasks such as managing Member/supporter records, writing communications, briefs & prospect profiles, proof -reading material etc . A significant part of the role is administrative and working across databases and platforms on multiple tasks requires solid organisational skills, and much of the tasks will be administrative in nature Much of the planning and information sharing methods we utilise consist of a combination of MS Office and Google programs, so a proficiency of these programs or a quick ability to learn them is essential You’ll be numerate and able to interpret data and trends that will then inform future appeals. You’ll also use this knowledge to write effective communications You’ll be managing data, appeals and events; it is imperative that all our activity is compliant with current legislation. . . We are a youth development charity whose objective is to enable young people to move beyond the limits of what they and society – thought possible. You will be working with people who have experienced our Wild Pathways empathise with their journeys with us. and must be able to – Core Values How Core Values are demonstrated in this role Courage • High levels of integrity and sound judgement • Creative - able to propose campaigns and tactics to support your work . Self -belief without fear of rejection. • Fundraising and cultivation are tough. You deal with setbacks well and are buoyant in the face of ongoing difficulties. • Your job will require you to instigate engagement to many people. You can do this with pleasure and can cope when your invitation to engage isn’t received as you wish. • To achieve your goals, you will need the help of others, so you will be and at good at asking for assistance, continuing to press for it, acknowledging potentially competing priorities. • Working with stakeholders at every level – you will be confident to communicate with them all. • You will be good at staying focused on work which delivers the goals you have agreed, and at politely deflecting tasks - which could distract you. - however enjoyable Page 5 of 7 Challenge • Open, honest & hard working. Flexible & adaptable and able to respond to a dynamically changing situation . • You will have a focus on confidentiality and accuracy – on high quality data management. • You’ll work effectively and with good humour under pressure and be motivated by your targets. • You will be comfortable and confident enough to cope with very varied responses from Member and supporters, and able to cope well with knock -backs. • You will be happy to adapt your working practices outside normal office hours and in other locations – including working – to meet your goals. Community • Approachable and supportive • You will be confident communicating with a wide range of stakeholders in person, in writing, and via phone and on -screen. • You will enjoy cultivating and caring for relationships with a wide range . of supporters, often as their main point of contact. • You will be adept at enlisting the support of others, with sensitivity, in order to engage potential new supporters . • You will act as a champion for Members within the charity . Working Practices • Normal working hours are Monday to Friday 09.30 – 17.30. Additional, occasional evening and weekend working is expected as part of this role, including ‘on call’ duties. • Full-time staff are entitled to 23 days’ paid holiday per holiday year in addition to normal English Bank and Public holidays. • Birthdays are given as leave days following completion of probation. Additional leave days are awarded for long service. • Staff have access to R • Staff and their families are offered a range of confidential pastoral support oyal G eographical Society events as corporate members. services. • We run a cycle -to-work scheme. There are showers on -site at our offices. How to Apply We will be assessing applications on a rolling basis. The closing date and time for applications is 9am , Friday 27 th February 2026 . We reserve the right to close applications prior to the closing date if we receive elevated levels of interest and/or secure a successful applicant for the role. • Please send a n up -to-date CV including your contact details In addition to your CV, please select to rebeccam@britishexploring.org Values (see below) and write how you have demonstrated those Values in your professional life in no more than 300 word use AI tools – we are most interested in hearing from you in your own voice s in total. We request that you do not two of our . Page 6 of 7 Core Values How Core Values appear as characteristic, behaviour or competency Courage Self -belief Challenge Community Tackles new tasks, can embrace difficult decision and supports others to do the same. Is resilient, responds well to knock mistakes. Has a can -do attitude, gets hands small team. Is an authentic, mature communicator who values a wide range of stakeholders equally -backs, likes opportunities to learn from -on as needed, thrives in an entrepreneurial -making and conversations, • We will contact suitable candidates to arrange a 10 min call with our Head of Development . • Some candidates will then be invited for interview in person at our offices in South Kensington on Thursday 12 th March . If you are interested in applying and require any accessibility adjustments to the application process, please do let us know when you apply. Thank you. If you are not invited for Unfortunately, we will not be able to offer feedback to candidates not invited to in interview. an interview, we will contact you by email to let you know. -person Thank you for your interest in this role and in British Exploring Society Page 7 of 7