We are looking for a purpose-led, enthusiastic, and highly organised individual to join our Foundation as our next Operations Manager.
Application Deadline
9/22/2026
Job Description
We are looking for a purpose-led, enthusiastic, and highly organised individual to join our Foundation as our next Operations Manager.You would be responsible for leading the efficient day-to-day operations of our charity, significantly contributing to the development of both our existing and emerging grant programmes, and delivering greater impact for our communities.Working directly with our Head of Foundation, you would play a key role in delivering our Foundation’s business plan, as well as co-ordinating and providing support to our Board of Trustees.We’re looking for someone who can confidently and enthusiastically manage multiple grant programmes and measure outcomes of these programmes to help us understand our impact. You need to be well-organised, with good project management skills, and able to engage and build relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, including our grant beneficiaries, other regional funders and internal colleagues within Northern Powergrid.Experience in the grant-giving or charitable sector, while welcome, is not essential. What’s more important to us are the skills you bring in operational management, alongside a desire to make a difference.
Location
Sunderland
Working from
Office
Remuneration
Along with a competitive salary of £40- £45k, we also offer great benefits such as:
- 25 days holiday (increasing with service)
- Up to 10% performance related bonus
- Company pension scheme
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Contact Details:
Association of Charitable Foundations Recruitment Team
