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World Horse Welfare is an international charity that strives to support and strengthen the horse-human relationship through a combination of care, research, education and influence. We work to promote and protect welfare across the full spectrum of the equine world, including horses in need, sport and leisure horses, and horses used in work and production.
Our vision is to have a world where every horse is treated with respect, compassion and understanding. Why not come and join us and help us to improve welfare standards and stamp out suffering in the UK and worldwide?
World Horse Welfare is committed to championing equality and diversity in all aspects of employment and in the services that it provides. We encourage applications for all of our vacancies from under-represented groups, particularly ethnically diverse communities, LGBTQ+, and people with disabilities.
World Horse Welfare takes great pride in being realistic, compassionate and forward-thinking and the successful applicant for any of our vacancies will be expected to share these values.
Our Head Office is based in Snetterton, Norfolk and is overlooked by our Hall Farm Rescue and Rehoming Centre. We also have Rescue and Rehoming Centres in Aberdeenshire, Lancashire and Somerset.
If you have any queries about a current vacancy please email jobs@worldhorsewelfare.org for more information.
International Programme Officer (Influencing and Fundraising)
Remote Working, UK based
Permanent, Full Time, 40 hours per week
Salary: £38,438 per annum
The International department of World Horse Welfare is responsible for implementing the organisation’s strategy in Lower and Middle Income countries and aims to improve the welfare of as many working equids as possible. An important part of the strategy is to increase the size and scope of the international programme.
We are seeking an International Programme Officer (IPO) to join the team and support and develop the community-based projects that underpin the charity’s presence in developing countries. As the organisation begins to work more closely with the human development sector and raise its profile at government and institutional levels, this role will be influential in developing relationships and seeking funding opportunities to support the expansion of World Horse Welfare’s overseas activities.
This is a UK-based remote position. Candidates must be resident in the UK, have the legal right to work in the UK, and be able to travel internationally when required.
Key responsibilities include:
- Liaison: Staying informed on the development sector and identifying potential opportunities to work with other organisations or donors. Reporting to the department and partners on programme matters and initiatives.
- Influencing: Represent World Horse Welfare with key stakeholders in project countries, including local and national government, academic institutions, official bodies, such as OIE and FAO, other human development institutions including EC, local organisations and the private sector.
- Management: Manage and support local partner organisations, regional coordinators, consultants and professional volunteers.
- Project Management: Support our partner organisations in the design and management of projects in designated countries including budgeting, financial management and the implementation of monitoring and evaluation systems.
- Fundraising: Identify funding opportunities relevant to project countries and support local partner organisations to submit funding applications.
- Knowledge: Increase and share learning about project countries concerning working equids, animal welfare and the human development sector.
About you:
You will have experience in monitoring projects, managing budgets and working with diverse stakeholders in varied cultural contexts. You can identify practical, locally appropriate solutions and manage complex or remote operations effectively. Skilled in project planning, communications and using digital tools, you also work flexibly, can travel independently when needed, and bring a respected, values-led approach aligned with our mission. Knowledge of equine health and welfare and experience in handling and husbandry is desirable.
Download the full job description and person specification.
What we offer:
- Pension scheme with enhanced employer contributions up to 8%, rising to 12% with length of service.
- Employee health cash plan to cover expenses such as dental, optical, physiotherapy, etc.
- 20 days holiday pro rata increasing to 25 days with service, plus bank holidays and a shutdown between Christmas and new year.
- Paid employee sickness absence scheme and compassionate leave.
- Life assurance scheme of 4x annual salary.
To apply for this position please send your CV and covering letter to jobs@worldhorsewelfare.org.
Closing date: Wednesday 22nd of April 2026
Coffee Shop Supervisor
Belwade Farm, Aboyne, Aberdeenshire
Permanent, Part Time, 24 hours per week
Salary: £12.82 per hour, £16,000 per annum
Our Visitor Centre at Belwade Farm in Aboyne, Aberdeenshire, is looking to recruit a Coffee Shop Supervisor to assist the Centre Manager and Visitor Centre Officer with the smooth running of the kitchen and coffee shop every Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday from 8.30am to 5pm. You will prepare and serve a basic range of café-style food and oversee the coffee shop staff, working closely with the Centre Manager.
Main duties and responsibilities:
- Supervise Coffee Shop staff under the guidance of the Centre Manager.
- Work with the Senior Centre Promotions Officer on the range of food offered to ensure the maximum ROI.
- Prepare, serve and present café-style food to a high standard.
- Ensure the constant cleanliness of all kitchen and coffee shop fixtures, fittings, utensils, appliances and public facilities within the shop complex.
- Responsible for stock levels of all consumables and cleaning goods ensuring the smooth running of the Coffee Shop area. Authorisation is required from the Centre Manager for all non-essential purchases.
- Maintain accurate records of all purchases.
- Comply with all Health& Safety/Food & Hygiene legislation and guidelines within the Coffee Shop area.
About you:
You will have previous experience supervising a café-style kitchen or similar and preparing and serving a basic range of coffee shop food. Excellent communication skills, knowledge of food hygiene, and the ability to work well under pressure are all essential. If you have a Level 2 Food Safety certificate that would be ideal, although training will be provided if not. An ability to bake would be advantageous.
What we offer:
Benefits include a generous pension scheme and cash health plan, paid employee sickness absence scheme, compassionate leave, death in service of 4 x annual salary and a minimum of 31 days holiday pro rata (including bank holidays and a mandatory shutdown between Christmas and New Year).
Download the full job description and person specification.
To apply for this position please send your CV and covering letter to jobs@worldhorsewelfare.org.
Closing date: Wednesday 22nd April 2026
Fundraising Officer
Hybrid working, Norfolk
Permanent, Full Time, 40 hours per week
Salary: £32,500 – £35,000 per annum depending on experience
We are looking for a creative, enthusiastic and dynamic fundraiser to join our ambitious Individual Giving team as World Horse Welfare approaches its centenary anniversary. Operating across multiple, dynamic income streams and both offline and online channels, this is a chance to join a high performing team and become a key player who will help fuel our revenue generating efforts.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver multi‑channel fundraising campaigns from concept to evaluation.
- Create engaging supporter communications and source compelling content across the charity.
- Use data insights to monitor campaign performance to guide future activity.
- Support income generation through effective online shop management.
- Help prepare for and attend events as an engaged and informed representative of the charity.
- Work collaboratively with teams and external suppliers to ensure timely, cost‑effective, supporter‑centred delivery.
About you:
This is a role for someone who thrives on variety, is confident across multiple digital platforms and brings creativity and assurance to managing projects. You’ll be a team player who is trusted to contribute and learn quickly, and you’ll have a proven ability to grow income and deliver successful campaigns. With strong copywriting skills grounded in SEO best practice, you’ll use data to guide decisions, analyse trends and leverage social media to support fundraising.
This is a hybrid role working between our head office in Snetterton, Norfolk and at home. You may be required to attend events around the UK, so the ability to travel occasionally is necessary.
What we offer:
- Pension scheme with enhanced employer contributions up to 8%, rising to 12% with length of service.
- Employee health cash plan to cover expenses such as dental, optical, physiotherapy, etc.
- Annual Leave entitlement of 20 days (increasing to 25 days with service), plus bank holidays, plus a Christmas allowance for mandatory shutdown.
- Paid employee sickness absence scheme and compassionate leave.
- Life assurance scheme of 4x annual salary.
Download the full job description and person specification.
To apply for this position please send your CV and covering letter to jobs@worldhorsewelfare.org.
Closing date: Sunday 12th of April 2026
Casual Coffee Shop Assistant
Locations: Glenda Spooner Farm (Somerton, Somerset) & Penny Farm (Blackpool, Lancashire)
Contract: Flexible casual hours
Pay: in line with National Minimum Wage
Glenda Spooner Farm and Penny Farm are looking for friendly and reliable individuals to join our Visitor Centre team as casual front of house staff. Shifts are available during the lunchtime period on Wednesdays during school holidays and at weekends, subject to availability.
This is a great opportunity for anyone who enjoys working in a lively and welcoming environment providing excellent service to visitors. You will help serve food and drinks, handle till transactions, keep the café clean and tidy and support the smooth day-to-day operations while following all hygiene and safety standards.
We’re looking for people who are comfortable in a busy café environment and have an enthusiasm and willingness to learn.
To apply, please send your CV to jobs@worldhorsewelfare.org and state whether you are applying for Glenda Spooner Farm or Penny Farm.
