Target Ovarian Cancer is the UK’s leading ovarian cancer charity. We work with everyone affected by ovarian cancer and health professionals to ensure we target the areas that matter most for them.
Everyone who works at or with Target Ovarian Cancer is extremely passionate about the work we do and the impact we have. The staff team is supported by a number of external experts and advisors, including our Scientific Advisory Board, GP Advisory Board and Clinical Advisory Panel.
We're proud of everything we have achieved, including the awards we've received. You can read about our progress in our most recent annual report [PDF].
Our current vacancies
- Chair of Trustees
We are seeking an exceptional new Chair to help lead the organisation through a defining and ambitious new phase. Our purpose is to identify and target the biggest challenges in ovarian cancer so that it doesn’t limit life.
With a newly defined strategy and growing national focus on women’s health, this is a pivotal moment for the charity. Over the next five years, we will focus on improving earlier diagnosis, reducing inequalities, widening access to treatment and support, and strengthening our influence across the health system.
We are looking for a Chair who can provide strategic leadership, sound judgement and constructive challenge while working in close partnership with the CEO and Board. The successful candidate will help guide organisational direction, support key stakeholder and fundraising relationships, and act as an ambassador for the charity externally.
We are particularly interested in candidates with:
- Senior leadership and Board-level experience
- Strong strategic and commercial judgement
- Experience leading through growth, change or transformation
- Credibility with senior stakeholders and external audiences
- A collaborative and emotionally intelligent leadership style
The time commitment is approximately 1–2 days per month.
This is an opportunity to chair an ambitious organisation focused on delivering meaningful change for women affected by ovarian cancer.
Closing date: Midday, Thursday 28 May 2026
For further information and details on how to apply, please contact The MBS Group at: [email protected]
- Support Line Advisor
At Target Ovarian Cancer, we give trusted information, to help people ask questions and make decisions that are right for them. We connect people with shared experiences, and we support families every step of the way.
As a Support Line Adviser, you will be the first point of contact for people affected by ovarian cancer, including patients, family members, carers, healthcare professionals and members of the public.
This is a key support navigation role for our charity. You will provide a compassionate, professional and responsive support navigation service across telephone, email, and other digital channels.
Your primary responsibility will be to listen to people's needs and signpost them to appropriate services, support organisations, healthcare resources and trusted online information. You will not be expected to provide clinical advice. Instead, you will empower individuals to access accurate information and relevant support, ensuring every interaction reflects the charity's values of empathy, respect and person-centred care.
The role
Fixed term, 18 months. Part-time, 28 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
We operate a hybrid working model. You will usually work remotely but will be expected to attend meetings at our office near London Bridge when required. Please note that travel costs to the office are not covered.
If you would like more information about expected office attendance, please refer to the recruitment pack.
How to apply
Please apply through our recruitment site. You will also be asked to complete an equalities monitoring form.
Applications without responses to the application questions may not be considered.
Key dates
Closing date: 10 September 2026, 11:59PM.
If you are invited to interview, you will have the opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments.
Additional information
Target Ovarian Cancer does not hold a sponsorship licence and cannot sponsor visas.
We are committed to making our recruitment process accessible to all. If you require support with your application, please refer to the guidance provided in the recruitment pack.
- Support Line Manager
At Target Ovarian Cancer, we give trusted information, to help people ask questions and make decisions that are right for them. We connect people with shared experiences, and we support families every step of the way.
As a Support Line Manager, you will lead our charity’s advice and navigation front door. The Support Line is the first point of contact for people affected by ovarian cancer, including patients, family members, carers, healthcare professionals and members of the public.
This is a key support navigation role for our charity. You will lead and provide a compassionate, professional and responsive service across telephone, email, and other digital channels.
Your role will be a mix of management and front-line support. Your primary responsibility will be to lead a service that listens to people's needs and signpost them to appropriate services, support organisations, healthcare resources and trusted online information. You will not be expected to provide clinical advice. Instead, you will empower individuals to access accurate information and relevant support, ensuring every interaction reflects the charity's values of empathy, respect and person-centred care.
The role
Fixed term, 18 months. Part-time, 28 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
We operate a hybrid working model. You will usually work remotely but will be expected to attend meetings at our office near London Bridge when required. Please note that travel costs to the office are not covered.
If you would like more information about expected office attendance, please refer to the recruitment pack.
How to apply
Please apply through our recruitment site. You will also be asked to complete an equalities monitoring form.
Applications without responses to the application questions may not be considered.
Key dates
Closing date: 26 August 2026, 11:59PM.
If you are invited to interview, you will have the opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments.
Additional information
Target Ovarian Cancer does not hold a sponsorship licence and cannot sponsor visas.
We are committed to making our recruitment process accessible to all. If you require support with your application, please refer to the guidance provided in the recruitment pack.
