Job Title: Charity Coordinator (Volunteer Role)
Work Location: Remote & occasional travel to Head Office (Edmonton Green)
Reporting To: Vice Principal
About Us
Since 1998, CECOS College London has been recognised as a prestigious name in further and higher education in the UK. Our mission is to provide and promote opportunities for personal, professional, and academic growth for students from all backgrounds. The programmes we offer are market-oriented and structured to meet future demands. Our courses help individuals develop the tools, gain the skills, and enhance the abilities required to become productive professionals.
At CECOS, we are committed to creating a learning experience shaped by commitment, enthusiasm, discipline, effectiveness, insight, and creativity. Our goal is to prepare students for the next stage of their academic or professional careers, whether through progression to university degrees or applying their skills in the workforce.
About the Role
CECOS College London is committed to giving back to the community through purposeful partnerships
If you are passionate about social impact, collaboration, and creating change, this role is for you. We are looking for a motivated Charity Coordinator to source suitable charities, present proposals to senior leadership, and lead the delivery of approved charitable initiatives in collaboration with internal teams.
Job Summary
The Charity Coordinator will lead and manage CECOS’s engagement with charitable organisations. This role is responsible for identifying suitable charities, presenting proposals to the Senior Leadership Team, coordinating activities, and acting as the main point of contact between CECOS and selected charity partners. The post holder will lead initiatives from the front, ensuring due diligence, transparency, and positive impact.
Key Responsibilities
- Research and identify suitable local, national charities aligned with CECOS values.
- Prepare and present clear charity proposals and business cases to the Senior Leadership Team for approval.
- Conduct due diligence checks on selected charities to ensure credibility, governance, and ethical standards.
- Act as the primary liaison between CECOS and charity partners, maintaining strong professional relationships.
- Coordinate with CECOS staff, volunteers, and departments to support charity initiatives and events.
- Lead charity projects and activities from planning through to delivery, ensuring clear communication and accountability.
- Track progress, outcomes, and impact, providing updates and reports to SLT when required.
- Promote staff/student engagement and volunteering opportunities across CECOS.
- Ensure all activities align with safeguarding, data protection, and organisational policies.
Qualifications & Experience
- Experience working or volunteering with charities or community organisations
- Experience preparing proposals or business cases
- Understanding of safeguarding and ethical standards in charitable work
- Strong organisational and coordination skills
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Ability to work independently and take initiative
- Confidence in engaging with senior stakeholders
- Strong attention to detail and ability to carry out
Address of CECOS College London across UK
London – Edmonton Green Campus (North) 1st Floor, 23 South Mall, St. George’s Chambers, Edmonton Green, London N9 0TS
London – Stepney Green Campus (East) CECOS House, 2-8 Beaumont Grove, Stepney Green, London E1 4NQ
Birmingham – Digbeth Campus – CECOS House, 84 Barford Street, Digbeth, Birmingham B5 6AH
Birmingham – Edgbaston Campus – 38 – 40 Hagley Road, Edgbaston, Birmingham B16 8PE
Bradford – CECOS House, 8 Currer Street, Bradford, BD1 5BA
Bradford – CECOS House, Park Gate, Bradford, BD1 5BS
Luton- Mill Yard, Luton LU1 2N
Leicester- CECOS House, Regent Street, Leicester LE1 7BR
What CECOS Offers
- Opportunity to make a meaningful social impact
- Professional development and exposure to senior leadership
- Flexible, remote working arrangement with occasional travel to head-office
- Reimbursement of approved travel expenses across UK & any other related cost
Data Protection and Privacy Notice
CECOS College London is committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal information in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
Personal data provided as part of your application (including your CV and any supporting documents) will be used solely for the purpose of assessing your suitability for this role and for related recruitment and selection activities. Your information will be retained securely for a limited period in line with our Data Retention Policy and then deleted or anonymised.
By submitting an application, you consent to the processing of your data for recruitment purposes. For further details, please refer to the College’s Privacy Notice, available on our website or upon request.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
CECOS College London is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.
