Young Citizens

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Young Citizens City, London
Jul 11, 2026
Full time
Passionate about democracy, education and young people? Young Citizens is a national citizenship education charity with nearly 40 years' experience inspiring active citizenship among children and young people. As curriculum and policy change accelerates, including Votes for 16 reshaping how young people engage in civic life - we're focused on ensuring active citizenship sits at the heart of how the next generation is prepared to participate in and protect a thriving democracy. About the role We're looking for an ambitious, delivery-focused Network Delivery Manager to lead our national network of schools and drive the high-quality programmes that power our work. This is more than a delivery role - it's your opportunity to lead network growth and programme delivery for a growing national charity. You'll shape how we engage and retain schools, lead and develop a team of Programme Leaders, and broaden your expertise across network management, programme delivery, and organisational growth. Working closely with the Senior Education Manager, the Education and Impact Manager and colleagues across the organisation, you'll grow participation across our school network, build strong and trusted relationships with schools, teachers and partners, ensure our flagship programmes run brilliantly, and create the engagement that enables more children and young people to become active citizens. If you have a track record of leading delivery, building senior stakeholder relationships, managing teams and turning ambition into sustained engagement and growth, we'd love to hear from you. This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of a critical organisational function, broaden your leadership and delivery portfolio, and play a leading role in the growth of an ambitious national charity. We're looking for someone who brings: Drive that delivers quality results Comfort with intensive and high-volume delivery of network, programme and/or relationships Enthusiasm for problem-solving, in a team and proactively in your role An ability to learn fast and self-teach, from databases to how we communicate internally A desire to develop your skills as a well-rounded member of a social impact organisation Why Join Us? This is a high-impact role with real scope to shape how Young Citizens grows, engages and retains its national network of schools, and how we deliver programmes that reach thousands of young people. You will work closely with senior leadership, take ownership of a key organisational function, lead and develop a team of Programme Leaders, and directly contribute to scaling our impact over the coming years. You will join a purpose-led, ambitious and collaborative team committed to strengthening democracy by equipping young people with the skills, knowledge and confidence to participate actively in society. We are a growing, agile organisation with a strong focus on learning and development. We invest in our people and provide real opportunities to build expertise, take ownership and grow alongside the organisation as we scale over the next three years. We combine a results-driven culture with flexibility in how we work. Our benefits include 28+ days of annual leave (plus 8 bank holidays), volunteering days, office closure over the Christmas period, full pension contributions on the first 8%, and enhanced leave packages. As a relatively small yet national team, you will have the opportunity to work across the organisation and closely with senior leadership, influencing how we improve our programmes, and see the direct impact of your work on our mission. If you're looking for a role where you can develop your career, take on real responsibility, and help strengthen democracy through education, we'd love to hear from you. Download the full recruitment pack for more information about the role, progression with Young Citizens and how to apply. A Few Useful Notes When Applying If you are excited by the opportunity to build a thriving network of schools that helps more young people become active citizens, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter addressing the application questions in the full job pack, which also contains further details on the application process. Additional Information Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and a DBS check. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Young Citizens City, London
Jul 11, 2026
Full time
Passionate about democracy, education and young people? Young Citizens is a national citizenship education charity with nearly 40 years' experience inspiring active citizenship among children and young people. As curriculum and policy change accelerates, including Votes for 16 reshaping how young people engage in civic life - we're focused on ensuring active citizenship sits at the heart of how the next generation is prepared to participate in and protect a thriving democracy. About the role We're looking for a Programme Leader to join our Education Team as we embark on an ambitious new phase of growth. This is a unique opportunity to help deliver inspiring programmes to schools across the UK while developing the skills, experience and confidence to build a successful career in the social impact sector. Designed as a two-year development opportunity, this role is ideal for someone early in their career who is ready to take ownership, develop their leadership skills and make a tangible impact. You'll be trusted with responsibility from day one, encouraged to contribute ideas and supported to grow through hands-on experience. Over the two years, you will develop your skills and expertise: Within your first few months you'll be: Leading delivery of one of our flagship programmes. Running your own events and managing relationships with schools. Confidently using Salesforce CRM to manage data and drive engagement. Developing your project management skills through real responsibility. As you continue to grow you'll have opportunities to: Manage your own budget. Build strategic relationships with partners and schools. Represent Young Citizens at external events. Shadow our senior leadership team. Contribute to organisational strategy and help shape how we grow our impact. Develop specialist interests across areas such as communications, impact, partnerships or programme development. We're looking for someone who: Is passionate about democracy, education and improving opportunities for young people. Delivers high-quality work and enjoys taking ownership. Can build strong relationships and manage multiple priorities. Learns quickly and enjoys solving problems. Wants to develop into a well-rounded professional in the social impact sector. If you're looking for a role where you can develop your career, take on real responsibility, and help strengthen democracy through education, we'd love to hear from you. Download the full recruitment pack for more information about the role, progression with Young Citizens and how to apply. A Few Useful Notes When Applying If you are excited by the opportunity to build a thriving network of schools that helps more young people become active citizens, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter addressing the application questions in the full job pack, which also contains further details on the application process. Additional Information Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and a DBS check. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Young Citizens City, London
Jul 11, 2026
Full time
Passionate about democracy, education and young people? Young Citizens is a national citizenship education charity with nearly 40 years' experience inspiring active citizenship among children and young people. As curriculum and policy change accelerates, including Votes for 16 reshaping how young people engage in civic life - we're focused on ensuring active citizenship sits at the heart of how the next generation is prepared to participate in and protect a thriving democracy. About the role We're looking for an ambitious, commercially minded Corporate Partnerships Manager to lead our corporate partnerships and drive the income that powers our work. This is more than a corporate partnerships role-it's your opportunity to lead income generation for a growing national charity. You'll shape our fundraising strategy, influence our future business model and broaden your expertise across corporate partnerships, trusts and grant funding, and organisational growth. Working closely with the CEO, Senior Finance Manager and colleagues across the organisation, you'll identify and secure new funding opportunities, build strategic partnerships with corporates, trusts and foundations, develop compelling funding propositions, and create sustainable income that enables more children and young people to become active citizens. If you have a track record of securing funding, spotting opportunities, building senior stakeholder relationships and turning ambition into sustainable income, we'd love to hear from you. This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of a critical organisational function, broaden your fundraising and business development portfolio, and play a leading role in the growth of an ambitious national charity. We're looking for someone who brings: Drive that delivers quality results Comfort with intensive and high-volume delivery of network, programme and/or relationships Enthusiasm for problem-solving, in a team and proactively in your role An ability to learn fast and self-teach, from databases to how we communicate internally A desire to develop your skills as a well-rounded member of a social impact organisation Why Join Us? This is a high-impact role with real scope to shape how Young Citizens grows its income, partnerships and long-term sustainability. You will work closely with senior leadership, take ownership of a key organisational function, and directly contribute to scaling our impact over the coming years. You will join a purpose-led, ambitious and collaborative team committed to strengthening democracy by equipping young people with the skills, knowledge and confidence to participate actively in society. We are a growing, agile organisation with a strong focus on learning and development. We invest in our people and provide real opportunities to build expertise, take ownership and grow alongside the organisation as we scale over the next three years. We combine a results-driven culture with flexibility in how we work. Our benefits include 28+ days of annual leave (plus 8 bank holidays), volunteering days, office closure over the Christmas period, full pension contributions on the first 8%, and enhanced leave packages. As a relatively small yet national team, you will have the opportunity to work across the organisation and closely with the CEO, influencing how we improve our programmes, and see the direct impact of your work on our mission. If you're looking for a role where you can develop your career, take on real responsibility, and help strengthen democracy through education, we'd love to hear from you. Download the full recruitment pack for more information about the role, progression with Young Citizens and how to apply. A Few Useful Notes When Applying If you are excited by the opportunity to build partnerships that help more young people become active citizens, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter addressing the application questions in the full job pack , which also contains further details on the application process. Additional Information Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.