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If you an energetic, mature, and motivated self-starter keen to take on new challenge come and help us prepare young people for adventure and to achieve their fundraising targets. We are looking for a Skills Development & Engagement Coordinator who will be involved in supporting the programme journey of a young person from when they have a confirmed place on our programmes to the point when they start their expedition or adventure with us. The successful candidate will also coordinate the delivery of our Expedition Workshops and manage our Workshop Facilitators.

You will be curious, courageous, able to quickly understand our work, (and to ask for help when you don’t) and you’ll have the self-belief and capacity to develop trusting relationships with stakeholders at every level.  You will have an appetite for detail, and a focus on standards.

How to Apply

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We will be assessing applications on a rolling basis.

• The closing date and time for applications is 9am, 12th 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.

Our Senior Trusts & Foundations Manager is primarily responsible for managing and generating income from our Trusts & Foundations portfolio (including Corporate Foundations). They identify new prospects, write compelling and persuasive proposals to secure significant gifts, actively develop relationships with key internal and external stakeholders and provide brilliant stewardship.

We are looking for someone who has a sound understanding of T&F fundraising. You’ll have a strong track record of nurturing relationships, securing multi-year and five-figure+ gifts, and a genuine passion for youth development. You are a creative problem solver with the ability to work independently and take ownership of projects – ensuring they run smoothly and effectively.

How to Apply

Use the button below to access the job description to find out more.

We will be assessing applications on a rolling basis.

• The closing date and time for applications is 9am, 27th 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.

Our Senior Coordinator is primarily responsible for all Member and supporter engagement and stewardship across the year. They build and develop relationships with individuals, support event delivery and manage all communications from content creation to delivery. This includes e-newsletters, fundraising appeals and ad-hoc communications that increase engagement, retain loyalty and raise funds.

We are looking for someone who is creative, has strong communication skills, the ability to work independently, and take ownership of projects – ensuring they run smoothly and effectively. You’ll have a sound understanding of thoughtful stakeholder engagement, marketing communications and tools, and enjoy sharing with people the impact of their support.

How to Apply

Use the button below to access the job description to find out more.

We will be assessing applications on a rolling basis.

• The closing date and time for applications is 9am, 27th 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.

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.

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.

• Interviews will take place in person at our offices in South Kensington, London.
• We will interview interested applicants on a rolling basis.
• Start date will be as soon as is possible.

In your application please ensure you include a cover letter, no more than one page which outlines why you would want to volunteer in this position for British Exploring Society.

Our Leaders are a diverse bunch but what they all share is a commitment to challenging and supporting our Young Explorers, to sensitively testing their boundaries and to helping them develop key life skills such as teamwork, problem-solving and adaptability, which in turn allow self-confidence to flourish.

Each expedition is different, and some require certain skills or experience due to the terrain, the climate, the type of transport used and in some cases, the specific group of young people who are going on the expedition. In all roles, preference will be given to those with direct relevant experience although we will provide comprehensive training if you’re selected. If you have a love of nature and adventure, and the ability or potential to inspire, motivate, and encourage young people, we’d love to hear from you.