At a Glance
- Tasks: Support grassroots social change by managing grants and building community relationships.
- Company: Join The Social Change Nest, transforming funding for civil society.
- Benefits: Flexible working, professional development, and a supportive team environment.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace with opportunities for everyone.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in communities while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Organisational skills, communication abilities, and a passion for social change.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
Location: Hybrid (in London), or remote (but you must already have the right to work in the UK and be living in the UK)
The Social Change Nest , we're radically transforming the funding landscape and strengthening civil society.
We remove the financial and administrative barriers – like bank accounts and legal structures – that often prevent communities, grassroots groups and informal movements from accessing funding and focusing on their core mission.
We also work closely with funders, enabling them to support social action with confidence and transparency.
What We Offer
- An exciting job where you can meaningfully contribute to grassroots social change
- Flexible working arrangements (hybrid or remote- You must be based in the UK)
- Opportunities for professional development and growth
- A close knit, supportive and collaborative team environment
Your Role
As the Programme & Delivery Assistant, you’ll support the Programme Delivery team across Grant Management and Grantmaking administration while managing relationships with a small portfolio of community groups.
- Complete due diligence, draft grant agreements and support the smooth processing and tracking of grant payments.
- Respond to queries and maintain positive relationships with groups and individuals receiving grants.
- Manage a small portfolio of community groups, helping them identify practical solutions, strengthen their capacity and meet funder requirements.
- Hold monthly client meetings to discuss emerging needs, track progress and build long-term partnerships.
- Track grant budgets, monitor risks and ensure contracts, deliverables and reporting requirements are met.
- Coordinate meetings, action points and communication across clients, the Programme Delivery team and the wider organisation.
- Maintain accurate CRM records, digital filing systems, trackers and project management tools.
- Support the development of new processes, templates and tools that improve service delivery and team efficiency.
- What You'll Need
- Experience working collaboratively and flexibly with clients or partners.
- Exceptional organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to work proactively.
- The ability to manage budgets, competing priorities and multiple tasks effectively.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with confidence communicating externally with grassroots community groups.
- Proficiency in Google Suite, Gmail and online booking and meeting systems.
- Experience working as part of a team and using your own initiative.
- An understanding of grantmaking and grant administration.
- An interest in social change, innovation and current affairs.
- Fluency in Arabic would be highly desirable, but is not required.
Ready to make a difference?
- CLOSING DATE- 2nd of September 2026 (11:59PM)
- Equal Opportunity Employer
The Social Change Nest is highly committed to the diversity of our team.
We are proud to have a real mix of talented people, including a female leadership team, culturally diverse staff and leaders, disability inclusion at all levels, different gender expressions, sexual orientations and religious beliefs.
We have an incredible group of people and personalities that bring their whole selves to work and are passionate about social change.
We are committed to our staff representing the wide variety of backgrounds represented in the communities we work with.
If you are concerned that you may not fit 100% of the job specification please throw your hat in the ring.
We never put formal education requirements on any role as we value lived experiences as highly as formal education and training qualifications.
We use a blind recruitment process and welcome requests for accessibility accommodations throughout the application process.
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Programme & Delivery Assistant employer: The Social Change Nest
The Social Change Nest is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and inclusive work culture, dedicated to making a positive impact in the community. With flexible remote work options and regular opportunities to engage with colleagues in our London office, employees benefit from a supportive environment that encourages professional growth and development. Join us to be part of a mission-driven team where your contributions truly matter.
