Project Coordinator - Resources

Description

Crisis is the national charity for people experiencing homelessness. We have embarked on our 10-year strategy for ending homelessness. We know it is not inevitable. We know together we can end it. We are now recruiting the team that will deliver Crisis at Christmas 2026. This unique project mobilises a huge volunteering effort to provide warmth, companionship and vital services in temporary centres across London to people facing homelessness.

Contract: Fixed term contract from 9 September 2026 to 27 February 2027.

Location

Canning Town Warehouse, Unit 4 SEGRO Park, London E16 4ES - three days per week onsite. This role will involve working throughout the Crisis at Christmas project, which runs through from the middle of December to the end of January each year. It will involve working on site through Christmas and New Year.

About The Role

This role will involve building relationships with current and new corporate donors to ensure we can resource all the material donations we need to run the Crisis at Christmas centres in London. Each year, we source gift in kind donations ranging from food and beverages to clothing, hairdressing equipment and toiletries. This is a varied role that involves researching donors, communicating with large corporate companies, managing volunteers, and running our yearly community donations drive.

About You

Previous fundraising, project or event coordination or marketing experience. Strong interpersonal skills and an ability to build relationships with partner organisations and donors at all levels and work collaboratively within a wider team. Excellent attention to detail and data processing accuracy with experience of using Microsoft Office software, in particular Word, Excel, and SharePoint. Good organisational and problem-solving skills. You should be able to manage multiple competing priorities and modify plans in response to unexpected complications. A pro-active, positive attitude and willingness to get involved in hands on, manual tasks when required.

Working at Crisis

Our values, Bold, Impactful, Collaborative and Equitable, are at the heart of everything we do as we continue in our mission to end homelessness. Our staff, members and volunteers are vital to getting the right government policies in place, providing breakthrough services, and building a supportive community. We’ll lead by example to nurture a positive and ambitious workplace guided by ending homelessness.

Employee Benefits

A competitive salary. Please note our salaries are fixed to counter inequity and we do not negotiate at offer stage. Interest free loans for travel season ticket, cycle to work, and deposit to secure a tenancy. Pension scheme with an employer contribution of 8.5%. 28 days’ annual leave (pro rata) which increases with service to 31 days and the option to purchase up to 10 additional days leave. Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental, and adoption pay. Wellbeing Leave to be used flexibly. And more! (Full list of benefits available on website)

Diversity and Inclusion

We believe diversity is a strength, and our aim is to make sure that Crisis truly reflects the communities we serve. We are actively working towards our organisation being a place where everyone can thrive and make their best contribution to our mission of ending homelessness for good. We know that the more perspectives, voices, and experiences we can bring to this work, the better. We particularly welcome applications from people who have lived experience of homelessness, and people from all marginalised groups, communities, and backgrounds.

How do I apply?

Please click on the 'Apply for Job' button below. Our shortlisting process is anonymised as part of our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We do not ask for CVs, instead we ask you complete the work history section and answer the screening questions for us to be able to assess you fairly and objectively. At least two members of staff score all applications.

Closing date: Sunday 19 July 2026 at 23:59.

Interview date and location

Thursday 30th July – In person interviews held at Crisis’ Canning Town Warehouse.

Interview process: Competency-based interview and written task.

Accessibility

We want our recruitment process to be as accessible as possible. If you need us to make an adjustment or provide additional support as you apply for a role, please email jobs@crisis.org.uk and our Talent Acquisition team will contact you to discuss how we can help.