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Are you passionate about animal welfare? Ready to lead a dynamic team and make a real difference? Little Valley Animal Shelter is on the lookout for a dedicated and enthusiastic Animal Shelter Manager to join our growing and evolving organisation.
Why This Role is For You:
● Fantastic Salary and Perks: Earn £33,000 per annum (DoE)
●On-site 3 bedroom accommodation, with a brand-new loft conversion that includes an ensuite bedroom and a study/dressing room. No commute means you can dedicate more time to the animals and the amazing work we do.
● Lead From the Front: Inspire, recruit, train, and lead our dedicated staff and loyal volunteers. Your leadership will be the heartbeat of our Shelter.
● Make a Difference: Every day, you’ll be making a tangible impact on the lives of countless animals, providing them with the care and love they deserve.
The Mission:
● Staff & Volunteer Management: Create an environment where both staff and volunteers feel valued and motivated. Your leadership will ensure that the Shelter is always operating at its best. Promote our Shelter’s work, engage with the public, and foster a community of supporters.
● Animal Welfare: Oversee the intake, care, and rehoming of our animals. Work closely with veterinary professionals to ensure high standards of animal care.
● Facility Management: Keep our Shelter in top shape, ensuring it’s a welcoming and safe place for both animals and visitors.
What You’ll Do:
● Lead & Inspire: Manage and develop a team of passionate staff and volunteers.
● Champion Animal Care: Oversee daily routines, health checks, and behavioural support for our animals.
● Optimise Operations: Ensure our Shelter runs smoothly, from maintenance to budget management.
● Build Relationships: Engage with the community and promote Little Valley to gain support, volunteers and donations.
Why Join Little Valley Animal Shelter?
● Career Growth: Be a part of our exciting journey as we continue to grow and evolve. Your contributions will shape the future of our Shelter.
● Community Impact: Play a vital role in improving animal welfare and creating a compassionate community.
● Live Where You Work: Enjoy the convenience and connection of on-site accommodation, allowing you to be fully immersed in your role. (If you live in close proximity of the Shelter already, living on-site may not be compulsory and will be open to formal discussion)
● Regeneration: We are embarking on several ambitious projects which will re-shape and future-proof our Shelter. Be part of our regeneration.
If you're ready to embark on a rewarding career where you can truly make a difference, apply now and become a key player in Little Valley Animal Shelter's inspiring journey. Let's create a brighter future for animals together!
For the full Job Description and Person Specification, please refer to the downloadable document below:
If you have any questions concerning any particular aspects of this position, our CEO Hugh Lowson is happy to discuss over the phone or via a video call.
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Please apply with a CV and covering letter
Our mission is to offer compassionate care and facilitate the rehabilitation and rehoming of animals across Devon.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
We are looking for a Trusts and Grants Officer to join our busy and creative Fundraising Team.
Trusts and Grants Officer
Bristol Animal Rescue Centre
Salary: £27,000 – £30,000 depending on experience (FTE, pro-rata for part-time hours)
Hours: Part-time
Contract: Permanent
Work Pattern: This role is being offered at a minimum of 14 hours (2 days) per week and a maximum of 21 hours (3 days) per week, to be worked during office hours Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm.
Location: Hybrid, St Philip’s, Bristol City. Working from home is available for this role. On-site working will be required at our animal rescue centre, we request a minimum office attendance of one day per week for the first three months of employment. Following this, a minimum of one day a month office attendance will be required, with flexibility to work on-site if charity business requires it.
About Us
Our mission is to ensure that animals in need within our community receive the compassion, care and respect they deserve. We are committed to helping, healing and homing animals for as long as they need us.
About the role
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with previous experience of making successful applications to trusts, foundations and other grant making organisations for a charity. The responsibilities include researching potential funding sources, writing compelling grant proposals and maintaining relationships with funders to support the charity’s mission in helping, healing and homing Bristol’s vulnerable animals.
You will work closely with colleagues across the charity, learning about the different services we provide to both animals and pet owners and shaping projects for funding from your findings.
In particular you will:
- Research, identify and prioritise applications to trusts and foundations for which Bristol A.R.C. meets the funding criteria.
- Analyse the trusts and foundations landscape to enable the charity to fully understand the scope for potential funding
- Work with colleagues across the charity to create strong cases for support and shape projects for funding across all areas of our work. Ensure that we are maximising our trust and foundation funding potential by highlighting the lesser-known areas of our work and wide range of beneficiaries (animals and human).
- Write and submit high quality, targeted funding applications, including multi-year funding requests where appropriate.
- Maintain the trusts and foundations prospect and funder records on our fundraising database.
- Work with the Finance Department to ensure trusts and foundation income is administered correctly.
About you:
You will have a creative approach to your work, ensuring that we are maximising our funding potential by highlighting the lesser-known areas of our work and our wide range of beneficiaries both animal and human.
You will take a strategic approach, prioritising your workload to ensure you are balancing your time between researching potential funders, making high quality, targeted funding applications and stewarding organisations who have already supported our work.
What we are looking for in you:
- Proven experience and success in developing and drafting proposals and/or reports raising funds from trusts, foundations and other grant making organisations.
- Experience of research techniques applicable to identifying funding opportunities and framing funding bids.
- Able to convey complex information accurately, succinctly and engagingly.
- Strong verbal and written communications skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent IT skills, including strong understanding of databases.
- Resilience and ability to use own initiative, manage competing demands, prioritise workload and meet deadlines.
If this role sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, we would love to hear from you.
Application deadline: Tuesday 6th August 2024.
Please note: that applications will be considered on a rolling basis and we reserve the right to close the vacancy before this date if a suitable candidate secures the role.
Interested?
If you would like to apply and find out more about this position, please click the apply button to be directed to our website.
Bristol Animal Rescue Centre and Bristol A.R.C. are the working names for RSPCA Bristol & District Branch (a charity registered in England & Wales 205858) and the linked charity the Bristol Dogs and Cats Home (a charity registered in England & Wales 205858-1)
No agencies please.
Job Title: Volunteer Program Manager
Location: Remote - Geographic area: UK, English speaking
Reports To: Founder / CEO
Salary: 28K
Job Type: Full-time Freelance (Flexible Hours)
Closing Date: 30.07.2024
About Us:
Since 2006, ROLDA has dedicated itself to aiding vulnerable stray animals in Romania, one of Europe s poorer nations. Our mission includes rescue, rehabilitation, sheltering, sterilisation, and education. Our EU-standard shelters, inspired by British designs, can house up to 700 stray dogs, providing them with complete veterinary care and preparation for rehoming.
We have supported over 48,000 animals and built two dog shelters and one for disabled and senior cats. Additionally, we offer small grants to six other charities in Romania and over 40 shelters in Ukraine. We primarily rehome animals in Switzerland, Sweden, and the UK. By addressing the root causes of animal homelessness through neutering programmes and educational initiatives, we have significantly reduced overpopulation, helping over 40,000 cats and dogs in Romania and Ukraine.
Job Overview:
As the Volunteer Program Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the growth and impact of ROLDA through volunteer engagement. This is a remote position that requires strategic thinking, people management skills, and a commitment to achieving our charity’s objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
Volunteer Recruitment and Management:
- Recruit, train, and oversee volunteers to support ROLDA’s various programs and initiatives.
- Develop and maintain a volunteer database using CRM systems to track volunteer activities and engagements.
- Foster a positive and collaborative work environment, building strong relationships with volunteers and stakeholders.
- Provide leadership and necessary resources for successful completion of volunteer initiatives.
Community Awareness and Fundraising:
Promote community awareness about ROLDA’s mission and activities through public relations and public speaking engagements.
Organise fundraising activities and events to support ROLDA’s financial goals.
Collaborate with the Fundraising Manager to support income generation growth.
Operational Support:
- Maintain effective communication with the UK and international team of ROLDA and its partners, collaborators.
- Assist in developing and implementing operational policies and procedures.
- Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements related to volunteer management and charitable activities.
Abilities and Competencies:
Experience in managing and maintaining CRM data.
The ability to be self-motivated with a high level of self-discipline and motivation.
Clear and concise communication skills.
Experience in public relations and public speaking.
Proficient in using digital tools and platforms for virtual collaboration and project management.
Effective organisation and time management skills.
Excellent skills in building and maintaining relationships, even in a virtual environment.
The capacity to work independently and make decisions without constant supervision in a remote setting.
Passionate about the work of ROLDA with a commitment to animal welfare.
Experience Required:
- Proven experience in volunteer recruitment and management.
- Demonstrated success in organising fundraising activities.
- Strong public speaking and public relations experience.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge of legal and regulatory requirements related to volunteer management in the UK.
Benefits:
We offer flexible work hours and the option to work remotely to support your work-life balance.
Join a team dedicated to making a real difference to animals in need and see the direct impact of your efforts.
Take on this leadership role and gain valuable experience and career growth opportunities.
Be part of a diverse and inclusive team that values and respects all members.
How to Apply:
Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience.
ROLDA is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.
Our mission is to ensure animals have a good life by advocating for them and by inspiring everyone to treat them with compassion and respect.
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Who we’re looking for
We are seeking a new Trustee who has a scientific background and knowledge of animal free research. You should be passionate about our vision, mission and values, and driven to support the Animal Free Research UK Board and team in achieving our charitable aims.
Previous experience of being a Trustee is not necessary as a full induction and ongoing support will be provided.
Equality, diversity and inclusion
We want everyone we work with, as a colleague, volunteer, supporter, or someone we support, to feel included and that they belong at Animal Free Research UK. We are committed to building a diverse organisation that represents the communities we serve and ensuring inclusion in everything we do. We will support you to make sure that you bring your whole self and can be at your best.
Board meetings and time commitment
The Board ordinarily meets four times per year in March, May, August and November. Two of these meetings are held remotely via video call on a Saturday, and two are held in person in London across weekends. In addition, Trustees are encouraged to join a Committee relevant to their area of expertise which meets at least once per quarter via video call. An appropriate time commitment will be required over the course of the year for preparative work between meetings. Trustees are also invited to attend occasional charity events and join recruitment panels on an ad hoc basis.
Following a probationary period where Trustee-elects attend at least 2 board meetings, appointed Trustees serve a three-year term, with the option to renew for a further three years. Trusteeship is an unremunerated position, though reasonable out-of-pocket expenses will be paid. If this opportunity to join a small but ambitious charity appeals to you, and you have enthusiasm and a commitment to our vision of a world where animal-free, human-specific technologies secure breakthroughs for patients then we’d like to hear from you.
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Who we’re looking for
We are seeking a treasurer to join us as a Trustee who is passionate about our vision, mission and values, to support the Animal Free Research UK Board and team in achieving our charitable aims.
We are looking for an experienced treasurer to support the Board, CEO and Finance Director in the successful delivery of the charity’s financial responsibilities. This includes provision of advice, guidance, challenge and reassurance on all aspects of the charity’s financial activities, ensuring that our strategic plans are underpinned by robust and fit for purpose financial management. You should have a strong interest in the mission of Animal Free Research UK and be willing to advocate on the charity’s behalf.
Previous experience of being a Trustee is not necessary as a full induction and ongoing support will be provided.
Equality, diversity and inclusion
We want everyone we work with, as a colleague, volunteer, supporter, or someone we support, to feel included and that they belong at Animal Free Research UK. We are committed to building a diverse organisation that represents the communities we serve and ensuring inclusion in everything we do. We will support you to make sure that you bring your whole self and can be at your best.
Board meetings and time commitment
The The Board ordinarily meets four times per year in March, May, August and November. Two of these meetings are held remotely via video call on a Saturday, and two are held in person in London across weekends. In addition, Trustees are encouraged to join a Committee relevant to their area of expertise which meets at least once per quarter via video call. An appropriate time commitment will be required over the course of the year for preparative work between meetings. Trustees are also invited to attend occasional charity events and join recruitment panels on an ad hoc basis.
Following a probationary period where Trustee-elects attend at least 2 board meetings, appointed Trustees serve a three-year term, with the option to renew for a further three years. Trusteeship is an unremunerated position, though reasonable out-of-pocket expenses will be paid.
If this opportunity to join a small but ambitious charity appeals to you, and you have enthusiasm and a commitment to our vision of a world where animal-free, human-specific technologies secure breakthroughs for patients then we’d like to hear from you.
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Animal Defenders International – what we do:
Animal Defenders International is a UK nonprofit, Animal Defenders International Foundation and the Lord Dowding Fund is a UK registered charity, with offices in Los Angeles, Bogota and the ADI Wildlife Sanctuary in South Africa, home to big cats rescued from circuses, zoos, pet trade. ADI works for laws to protect animals used in entertainment, food, wildlife trade, with investigations, prosecutions, scientific and economic research, promoting adoption of advanced scientific methods to replace use of animals in laboratories. When governments ban animal circuses, ADI helps officials to remove the animals from circuses and we relocate them to sanctuaries:
Job Title:Finance and Administration Manager, London
Organisation: Animal Defenders International, London
Location: London, Vauxhall SE11. Hybrid: 2 days remote, 3 days office
Terms: £38,000–£48,000 (commensurate with qualifications/experience)
Permanent, full time position.
Benefits: Annual leave 20 days/year, national holidays, 4 days office closure Christmas–New Year, stakeholder pension.
Reports to: Chief Financial Officer and Executive Director
Position Objective:
To maintain financial controls and records for ADI London office, recording income, donor records, expenditure, banking, reports. Ensures finance and administration systems provide good support for ADI fundraising, advocacy, rescues and campaigns activities. Contributes to management of accurate and reliable data using Sage 50c, Raiser’s Edge NXT, Engaging Networks, recording data, producing reports. Assists CFO with reconciliations, ledgers, quarterly and annual reports.
About You:
You are qualified AAT, or part qualified CA, ACCA or CIMA. Experienced in finance, bookkeeping, use of databases, general administration and importantly, you want to help a nonprofit to save animals. You have the skills and experience to help ADI grow. You want to contribute to good management of financial records and administration creating an administrative bedrock for effective work to save animals. Your lifestyle is aligned with ADI’s vision, mission and values.
About Us:
ADI is dedicated to ending the suffering of animals and works for their rights and legal protection. Animals used for entertainment, in laboratories, wildlife trade, farming, as well as protection of our shared environment and wildlife in their natural space. Research, education, investigations, legislation. Once governments pass animal protection laws, such as animal circuses, we assist with implementation of the new law and relocate survivors – bears, primates and others to rainforest sanctuaries in Latin America, lions/other African predators and Bengal tigers to the ADI Wildlife Sanctuary, South Africa. ADI is Great Nonprofits Top-rated; Charity Navigator 4-star.
About the Role:
Finance:
- Data entry on Sage 50c
- Recording of donations and other income
- Sales order/invoice processing
- Purchase ledger maintenance, reconciliations
- Maintaining stock records
- Assisting with production of budget performance reports.
Administration:
- IT/Network administration (working with service providers); data protection.
- Data entry on Raiser’s Edge NXT; audits, reports, oversight.
- Contributes to general office management.
Skills / Expertise required:
Essential:
- Minimum 2-3 years’ experience in similar role.
- AAT, or part qualified CA, ACCA or CIMA, and/or other relevant qualifications.
- You are self-motivated, able to work independently to meet deadlines.
- A flexible, positive approach, enjoy a demanding environment, supportive of others.
- Attention to detail and accuracy in numerical work.
- You can work with discretion, and handle sensitive data.
- Knowledge and experience in data entry, reporting generally.
- You are IT literate: knowledge of Microsoft Office, online applications such as online banking and (desirable) some tax and other financial services.
- You have excellent organisation, time-management and communication skills.
- Fluent in English
Desirable:
- Some knowledge of Sage 50c
- Some knowledge of CRM, e.g., Raisers’ Edge and Engaging Networks.
- Preparation of management accounts and budgeting, some knowledge.
- Experience with analysing financial data.
- Experience with the audit process.
- Knowledge of non-profit / charity accounting and reporting.
ADI is dedicated to ending the suffering of animals and works for their legal protection. We expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment, and a plant-based lifestyle is preferred. ADI is also committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all, regardless of background, age, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, physical ability or other.
HOW TO APPLY:
- Apply early – no closing date – we review applications as they arrive. Interviews commence on a rolling program.
- Send email detailing how you meet our criteria, together with your resume.
- Interviews will be online and in person.
- Formal application form will be sent if you have been selected for interview.
- Virtual interviews will be arranged once your application form has been reviewed.
- In-person interviews will be arranged following virtual interviews.
Send email/cover letter detailing how you meet our criteria, together with your resume.
Apply early – no closing date – we review applications as they arrive. Interviews commence on a rolling program.
Formal application form will be sent if you have been selected for interview.
Virtual interviews will be arranged once your application form has been reviewed.
In-person interviews will be arranged following virtual interviews.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This role will be to support the perpetrator intervention across Wiltshire.
You will be primarily based in Wiltshire supporting the Domestic Abuse Serial Perpetrator (DASP) project, providing bespoke specialist support to perpetrators of domestic abuse. The post holder will work as part of the IOM team within a dynamic, fast paced, crisis intervention, advocacy and support service to ensure that clients who show abusive behaviour are supported through every stage of the process of change. Evening appointments are necessary for this post in Salisbury and Chippenham.
In addition, you will support the delivery of the CPR (Choosing Positive Relationships) Domestic Violence Perpetrator Programme (DVPP), which is an intensive behaviour change programme, designed to increase knowledge and understanding around domestic abuse, the impact on children and healthy relationships. The course teaches tools and strategies to help someone change their behaviour. The CPR group will require weekly evening work in Wiltshire.
The post-holder will be expected to work to Respect standards.
Full training will be available for this role.
Client Based Duties
· Identify and assess the risks and needs of individuals who are abusive in a relationship or other domestic setting, using an evidence-based risk identification checklist.
· Develop personalised risk assessments and safety plans for each service user.
· Advocate for individuals who wish to address their abusive behaviour and show motivation for change with agencies who can help to address the domestic abuse by:
· Understanding the role of all relevant statutory and non-statutory services available to those who are abusive and how your role fits into them.
· Providing advocacy, emotional and practical support and information to individuals, including in relation to drug and alcohol, housing, health and finance.
· Working directly with all key agency partners to address the impact of the abusive behaviour on the safety of high risk victims and ensuring that their safety plans are coordinated
· Support the client to recognise the abusive behaviour and the effect that it has on their families and assist them in recognising the features and dynamics of domestic abuse present in their situation and help them change unhealthy patterns of behaviour.
· Understand multi-agency partnership structures and work within a multi-agency setting which may include participation at the MAPPA/MARAC. You will contribute interventions and help design a plan to protect victims and any children, while maintaining an independent role on behalf of your client, keeping the victim and any children’s safety as central to any response.
· Ensure support provided is accessible to clients in terms of location and times
· Be proactive with your line manager in carrying out regular case reviews based on a review of risk and abuse which:
· Feeds back into action planning to further progress, signpost or close cases and;
· Provides feedback to your clients/agencies.
· Help maintain accurate and confidential case management records and databases and contribute to monitoring information for the service.
· Respect and value the diversity of the community in which the services works in, and recognise the needs and concerns of a diverse range of survivors ensuring the service is accessible to all.
· Remain up-to-date and compliant with all organisational procedures policies and professional codes of conduct and uphold standards of best practice.
· Utilize evaluation and monitoring systems to ensure high standards of service are consistently achieved e.g. Orchards Database
· Deliver high-quality group work, working in co-operation with your co-facilitator and following a clear manual.
· Have an appropriate attention to data, providing feedback to CPR , your line manager, FearLess and commissioners.
· Work at all times to Respect standards.
· Work closely with other FearLess staff to ensure appropriate support and attention is given to the victim’s needs and those of any children involved.
· Respond proactively to safeguarding concerns, working in partnership with Children’s and Adult’s Social Care.
Working with other agencies
· Work alongside other project partners to ensure that all elements of the project are incorporated into working practices.
· Work in a multi-agency framework to support perpetrators to change their behaviour and help victims and families access relevant support.
· Participate and prepare reports
· Prepare reports for FearLess management as requested.
· Comply with data protection legislation, confidentiality and information sharing policy and procedures and all legislation connected to your work.
· Support colleagues and partner agencies, through awareness raising and institutional advocacy, in order to provide the best possible service for those who are abusive within a family setting.
General
• Work at all times in accordance with the requirements of the Lone Working Policy and Procedure.
• Attend and contribute to team meetings.
• Update written and computerised records with accurate and clear information.
• Contribute to effective team working with a flexible and pro-active approach, including cover for other team members’ holidays and sickness.
• Undertake agreed training and keep updated on changes in legislation, policy and best practice.
To engage in supervision, annual appraisal and induction training
Responsibilities
· The post holder will deal with highly confidential information relating to vulnerable people.
· Ensure security of data, especially sensitive personal data, in line with the information security policy
· Work within FearLess’s Policies and Procedures at all times.
· Responsible for security of client information and mobile phone while out of office.
· Employees have responsibilities in respect of health and safety. In particular they will:
o Co-operate at all times with management in the implementation of and adherence to health and safety policy and procedures;
o Take reasonable care for their own safety and for the safety of others who may foreseeably be affected by their actions at work;
o Not intentionally or recklessly interfere with or misuse anything provided for the purpose of health and safety at work;
o Report all health and safety concerns to line managers;
o Assist with the completion of the risk assessment programme.
· Any other duties that may be reasonably required.
It is essential that the post holder is able to respond flexibly to changes in the requirements of this post. This role outline is therefore a guide and not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities the post holder may have over time.
For a full job description/person specification and to apply, please follow the link provided on this website. The closing date for this role is 25th July 2024.
FearFree is committed to encouraging equality and diversity in the workplace. We strive to be a diverse and inclusive place to work where we can all be ourselves and individual differences are recognised and valued.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Join the British Small Animal Veterinary Association (BSAVA) and help promote excellence in the veterinary profession.
The role:
The BSAVA is looking for an experienced policy professional in the areas of policy development and legislative change set against a backdrop of a complex and regulated environment. The role operates within a changing landscape dealing with high-profile issues for the sector.
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to shape BSAVA’s policies and national legislation with the aim of influencing outcomes of benefit to the veterinary profession, its clients and the health and welfare of companion animals.
Skills and experience:
We are looking for a self-motivated individual with a track record of success, who can demonstrate excellent understanding of policy-making and legislative change in an unpredictable environment. They will have significant previous experience of working in a policy role, ideally within a life-sciences or a veterinary or human medicine setting.
Experience of working with central government departments along with an understanding of parliamentary processes are preferable for the role. Equally important is the ability to analyse and critique information, formulate evidence-based solutions and accurately convey proposals to influence outcomes.
The successful candidate will be an excellent communicator, with strong written and verbal skills. They will be able to demonstrate effective engagement skills across a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders, including the membership. Diplomacy and political awareness will be essential to ensure successful outcomes. Experience of PR and reputation management as part of the policy-making agenda is desirable.
The candidate must be flexible to work outside of normal office hours depending on the demands of the role which are often driven by the external environment and national events. The role is hybrid, incorporating working from home with travelling to meetings in or around London as required. Therefore, to facilitate the needs of the role and the organisation, ideally candidates would be located in Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Northamptonshire or Oxfordshire.
Other essential skills include:
· Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, as well as general IT skills
· Exceptional organisational and time management skills
· The ability to work effectively as part of a broader team.
· A flexible approach to work
About the BSAVA:
The BSAVA is a professional membership association which exists to advance care for companion animals. With a membership of more than 11,000 veterinary surgeons, vet nurses and students, we work in the UK and internationally to promote excellence in small animal practice through education and science, by facilitating training, conducting research, and developing policy. Each year we deliver numerous education courses, host a large small-animal Congress, and publish books, manuals, apps, and magazines.
This post sits within the Policy and (Corporate) Communications Department and reports to the Head of Department.
Our reward package for this role includes a basic salary of between £43,000 - £48,000 per annum (depending on experience). In addition, we offer employer pension contributions starting at 7% and increasing up to 10% with length of service.
We also offer:
· Holiday starting at 25 days (plus bank holidays) rising by 1 day each year up to 28 days, plus a further entitlement of an additional one day every 5 years of service.
· Enhanced pay for maternity, paternity, adoption and other family-related leave.
· Life assurance of 3 x annual salary.
· Support for hybrid working for our employees, meaning you can work at home subject to agreement and we also have a comprehensive Flexible Working Policy.
· Access to a free legal helpline where you can ask our specialist lawyers for legal advice on an array of topics.
· Health and wellbeing support, including an Employee Assistance Programme, available 24/7 365 days and a network of mental health first aiders. Plus, enhanced Company sick pay, access to private medical insurance upon completion of 12 months’ service, occupational health service and annual flu vaccinations.
· Optional Bupa dental plan.
· Training and development.
· Free onsite parking, and for those who wish to cycle, we offer a cycle to work scheme which provides a discounted purchase of a bicycle and accessories for healthy, low carbon travel.
· Last but by no means least, we have regular social activities and events for those who wish to participate!
And we are:
Community friendly – offering a day’s paid leave to volunteer for a charity or not for profit organisation.
Committed to supporting sustainability in our work and in the veterinary profession. The Association has completed a certified carbon audit and has been awarded silver accreditation with Investors in the Environment.
So, if you are bold and innovative, strive for excellence whilst taking ownership and accountability of your work, show passion for what you do and work effectively in a team – then you’ll be a great fit for the Association, and we would love to hear from you.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Location: Manchester
Contract Type: Permanent/ Part-time
Salary: £23,655 to £26,612 per annum FTE (prorated to £9,462 to £10,644) (depending on experience)
Hours: 15 hours per week (2 days)
Benefits: Generous annual leave allowance, salary exchange pension scheme, life assurance, occupational sick pay.
If you are an experienced dog trainer/behaviourist looking to utilise your skills within the charity sector, this could be the role for you.
Canine Partners' mission is to change the lives of disabled people using expertly trained dogs to improve physical, emotional, and social wellbeing.
To help us create amazing partnerships, we need amazing people. Canine Partners has an exciting opportunity for an Aftercare Instructor to join our talented Aftercare team.
This is an incredible role at a prominent assistance dog charity where your role will be a part of our essential work that transforms lives every day.
What you will do:
In a specified geographical location, you will be responsible for reviewing the health and welfare of partnered dogs and provide on-going training and instruction to partnerships. This vital role aims to maximise the assistance and support our dogs provide to our beneficiaries.
What we are looking for:
- Strong knowledge of dog training and behaviour
- Ability to communicate at all levels with a wide range of people
- Good interpersonal skills
- Experience of providing training, teaching, or coaching
- Record keeping and report writing skills
- ICT skills (MS Office)
Ideally, you may have some understanding or knowledge of human medical conditions as they relate to the canine partnership, but this is not essential. Most importantly, you will be passionate about the transformative impact that our assistance dogs provide to our beneficiaries.
We can offer you:
- Generous annual leave allowance
- Salary exchange pension scheme
- Charity Sick pay
- Life assurance
- Wellbeing portal
- Employee assistance programme
This role covers a specified geographical location in the Northwest of England - Greater Manchester, Cheshire, Lancashire, Merseyside, Isle of Man, and Cumbria. There will be regular travel involved to visit and assess partnerships and on some occasions to transport dogs, therefore it is essential that you have a driving licence and appropriate vehicle for work purposes (claimable expenses for business travel as required).
As part of the onboarding process, you will receive a minimum of 4 weeks training and instruction.
Please apply online with a CV together with a cover letter that demonstrates your suitability for the role.
First interviews will take place online in the week commencing 19 August and/or 26 August 2024.
Second interviews will take place at our National Training Centre, Osgathorpe, Leicestershire, in the week commencing 09 September 2024.
We recognise the benefit of diverse experiences, and therefore welcome and encourage applications from all sections of the community. We are a disability confident committed employer.
You may have experience in the following: Pet Trainer, Dog Obedience Trainer, Canine Behavior Consultant, Animal Behaviorist, Pet Behavior Consultant, Dog Training Specialist, Professional Dog Trainer, Canine Obedience Instructor, Dog Behavior Technician, Dog Training Consultant, Animal Training Specialist, and Canine Behavioral Therapist.
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We’re looking for a Fundraising Administrator to support the Fundraising and Comms team at PTES. We have a great working environment at PTES and welcome someone who shares our passion for wildlife and want to grow our fundraising income to help wildlife have a brighter future. This person will be responsible for ensuring the smooth running of fundraising administration, including supporter services, help with financial administration and data processing, and an emphasis on our online shop.
Whether bats or beetles, hedgehogs or hammerhead sharks, we stand up for animals and their habitats. Alarmingly, in the UK almost two-thirds of species have declined in the last 50 years. Globally, around a quarter of mammals face extinction in the next three decades. This rate of loss can be stopped and that’s why People’s Trust for Endangered Species exists. For over nearly 50 years we’ve improved the outlook of endangered species in Britain and throughout the world.
We’ve been standing up for wildlife for nearly 50 years. We’re working to bring our most threatened species back from the brink.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are looking for a Major Donor Manager for an incredible animal welfare charity, to build and advance relationships with major donors and prospects, to solicit major gifts (5,000 and above), to support international programmes and campaigns.
This role can be London (hybrid) or remote, with international travel throughout Europe, as required.
The Charity
A passionate animal welfare charity, dedicated to creating a society that treats animals with dignity and respect. They have a staff of c53 people securing c6m last year.
You will be joining a highly respected organisation, known for its supportive and inclusive working culture, offering fantastic benefits including 33 days per year (including public holidays), an ethical Pension Scheme, with 5% employer contributions and access to a wide range of learning and development options, as well as much more!
The Role
Develop a strategy for international for major gifts fundraising
Manage and maintain a portfolio major gift donors and prospects, across international entities
Effectively steward donors and prospects
Develop personal engagement plans for donors, using knowledge and insights to plan appropriate communications
The Candidate
Demonstrable experience of major giving fundraising.
Strong knowledge of animal rights issues.
Proven ability to interact with donors in a professional and personable manner.
Adherence to a vegan lifestyle strongly preferred
IMPORTANT NOTE
Our aim is to respond to all successful applications within 5 days. If you havent been contacted within 5 days your application has been unsuccessful, but we positively encourage you to apply for any other positions that you may see in the future.
We apologise that we cannot contact everybody in person but thank you in advance for your interest.
Third Solutions encourages applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Third Solutions acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003.
A bit about us
Do you want to create a better world for animals? At the RSPCA, we believe all animals deserve kindness and respect. We work for the benefit of every animal – as well as pets, that includes farmed animals, wildlife, and animals used in science. Choose a career with us and make a difference for every kind.
We're looking for a Strategic Planner to join our Engagement and Income Generation department, as part of our Strategic Support team, for a period of 16 months, to cover the parental leave of the substantive post holder.
- Contract: 16 month fixed term contract
- Working hours: 35 hours per week; Monday to Friday
Location: Hybrid Working- Home and travel to the London and Horsham Hubs as necessary.
What a day might look like for you
We know it is a cliche but at the RSPCA, no two days are the same and within this role, you will find each day rewarding and challenging. This role sits within our Strategic Support team, who are a community of change-makers working hard to build an audience centric culture at the RSPCA: enabling the entire organisation to enhance customer engagement strategies that meet business objectives, and ultimately, improve the lives of animals.
Our Strategic Planner inputs into a centralised view of our customer engagement strategy across the society and translates this into our annual marcomms schedule, bringing together cross-divisional objectives with customer need to ensure that we are talking to our audiences clearly, compellingly and consistently - in the right way, at the right time, and across the right channels.
This role takes responsibility for carefully and collaboratively making decisions regarding our annual plan, ensuring that we have the right mix of messaging to attract, inspire and retain key customers. These decisions have a direct impact on income levels, brand awareness and behaviour change, so the success of this role is extremely important.
Our Planner works in close collaboration with their Strategic Support peers in Research and Innovation, and nurtures respectful relationships with seniors across our directorates to understand how to leverage our audience touch points in order to act on engagement challenges and opportunities.
This is just a summary of what the role entails; for more information, please refer to the attached role profile.
What makes a great Strategic Planner?
To be successful within this role, it is essential that the post holder is a highly collaborative individual, who is able to work with others to drive awareness of our work, inspire new and existing customers, reinforce relationships, retain supporters and enhance engagement across all customer-facing activity. This role requires someone who has a rare mix of both creative and strategic mindsets.
To be successful within this role, the post holder must have:
- Experience of successfully managing stakeholder relationships and influencing across the organisation and externally up to senior management level.
- Significant marketing and comms analytical skills, an ability to spot customer opportunities and communicate them to various internal audiences.
- A good understanding of the different teams, responsibilities and resources that hold up an annual marketing plan, and how different decision-making variables, e.g. timing or prioritising can impact these areas.
- Excellent storytelling skills, with the ability to bring people on a journey.
- Facilitation experience, with the ability to devise and run workshops.
- Current experience in fundraising, communication, and engagement concepts/activity.
- An optimistic outlook.
- Experience in managing complex multi-channel communications schedules
- Experience using a wide range of content to enhance individual experiences.
If you have the skills and experience we are looking for, along with a passion for animal welfare, we would love to hear from you.
Interviews will be held remotely on the 22nd of July.
Final note from us & good luck with your application!
We are really lucky that some of our roles attract a high level of interest and for this reason we review applications as they are received, unfortunately on some occasions this means roles may close earlier than advertised; so early submissions are highly recommended.We are unable to accept applications past the close date.
We want to ensure we do all we can to give you a positive candidate experience through our recruitment. Whilst we do try to give feedback where we can, sometimes due to receiving high levels of applications, this may not always be possible
We recognise that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential to achieving our core mission. For this reason we actively encourage a wide diversity of applications - in particular from members of minority ethnic groups, and people with disabilities - as these candidates are currently under-represented at the RSPCA.
Our mission is to ensure animals have a good life by rescuing and caring for those in need, by advocating on behalf of all animals and by inspiring everyone to treat them with compassion and respect.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Propositions & Copy Manager
Battersea’s Marketing & Communications department is responsible for communicating the breadth of the organisation’s work in an engaging and memorable way. Though our award-winning campaigns, we use our influence to affect change for dogs and cats within and beyond our gates; building Battersea’s reputation on a national and international scale.
Our work involves everything from innovative integrated advertising campaigns to rehome our animals, to supporting other departments with their strategic objectives. We also manage Battersea’s online communities, offer brand guidance, deliver innovative digital activity, and manage internal communications, ensuring that staff and volunteers stay informed and engaged. The department’s ultimate goal is to raise awareness of Battersea’s work, so we can be here for more dogs and cats.
We are looking for someone to join us as a Propositions & Copy Manager to bring the Battersea brand to life by creating, developing and implementing the use of compelling propositions, succinct key messages and engaging copy to achieve organisation-wide objectives.
The ideal candidate will have fresh creative ideas and an ability to write compelling copy to implement the brand marketing strategy for Battersea, increase brand awareness and achieve objectives. They will have the ability to drive brand affinity through the development of high-quality, insight-led copy including clear propositions, key messages and call to action for different audiences.
Please note that this vacancy is a 12-month fixed term contract, with an anticipated start date of October 2024.
What we can offer you:
In return for your commitment to our cause and to recognise the value of our employees, Battersea offers a range of benefits to support the wellbeing of our employees. These include:
• 28 days of annual leave (plus 8 days paid public holidays) per year
• Discounted gym memberships and cycle to work schemes
• Employee Assistance Programme and access to Wellbeing Resources.
• Generous pension contributions – up to 10% employer contribution
• Free healthcare cash plan, where you can claim for a range of treatment including dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody and acupuncture every year.
• Annual interest-free season ticket loans
We are also committed to providing learning and development to our employees. During your time with us, we provide support for your professional and career development, including access to digital and in-person training programmes, leadership and management training, mentoring and much more.
Our hybrid working model:
We operate a 50% onsite hybrid working model, with our office-based staff splitting their time between site based and home working. This enables our office-based staff to balance the benefits of home working with onsite collaboration and maintaining a connection to our cause.
Diversity and inclusion:
At Battersea, we are committed to developing and supporting a diverse workforce and inclusive culture in all aspects of our organisation. We aim to ensure that this pledge, reinforced by our values, is embedded in our day-to-day working practices and our work together.
By hearing from and valuing different experiences, perspectives, and contributions, we know we can provide the best expert care for every dog and cat who needs us. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those from diverse ethnic communities and people with disabilities, who we know are currently underrepresented in our workforce.
As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we will ask about any adjustments you may need at application and/or interview stage, and if you are offered a role with us, we’ll talk to you about any workplace adjustments you may need to help you perform at your best.
More about us:
At Battersea, we aim to never turn away a dog or cat in need of help. We give each one lots of love, expert care and get to know their characters and quirks so we can find them a new home that’s just right for them. Join us and help us be here for every dog and cat, wherever they are, for as long as they need us.
Closing date: 23rd July 2024
Interview date(s): first round: 1st - 2nd August 2024; second round TBC
Start date: 1st October 2024 (flexible)
For full details, please download our recruitment pack.
To apply for the role, please click the button below. All applications must be submitted before the closing date advertised. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications is received.
Battersea is here for every dog and cat, and has been since 1860. We believe that every dog and cat deserves the best.
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The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Do you want your job to feel exciting again? If you’re a highly motivated fundraiser looking for a new challenge in an ambitious and friendly team then look no further.
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.
The individual giving team is responsible for driving sustainable growth through donor engagement, stewardship and acquisition. Could you be the newest member of our team? We are seeking an experienced Fundraising Marketing Officer to join us as we approach our centenary. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in not-for-profit fundraising marketing and a passion for leveraging stories to drive fundraising success. This role requires a creative thinker, a data-driven approach, and a commitment to making a positive impact.
The successful candidate will join a busy, friendly, and capable team working to maximise the charity’s fundraising performance. We work with leading fundraising specialists throughout the UK to refine our approach and deliver outstanding results for one of the UK’s leading animal welfare charities.
Why become part of World Horse Welfare’s team?
Horses might be part of our DNA but they don’t have to be part of yours. World Horse Welfare has plenty of passionate equine experts already in situ, so provided you share our values of being realistic, compassionate and forward-thinking then you could be the perfect candidate.
We care about our people because they are the ones who enable us to achieve such good work. We invest in them, nurture them and listen to them to create a collaborative working environment where everyone feels valued.
Benefits include a generous pension scheme and cash health plan, paid employee sickness absence scheme, a minimum of 31 days’ holiday (including bank/public holidays and mandatory shutdown between Christmas and New Year) and death in service.
World Horse Welfare’s values are grounded in pragmatism and compassion as we strive to support and strengthen the horse-human partnership in all its guises through a combination of care, research, education and influence. The charity promotes and protects welfare across the full spectrum of the equine world including horses in need, sport and leisure horses, and horses used in work and production in marginalised communities worldwide.
Battersea’s Income Generation department works across the organisation to provide members of the public and organisations with opportunities to engage with Battersea and to support our work. Through our hard work, Battersea is able to make sure we can be here for every cat and dog, now and in the future. Our talented and award-winning team is vibrant and ambitious, and it’s an exciting time to work at one of the country’s most loved and best known animal charities.
We are recruiting for a new manager to lead our Legacy and In-Memory fundraising team within this department, to grow and deliver Battersea’s strategy, products and associated marketing plans. They will do this by managing the Legacy and In-Memory marketing programme to sustain and develop legacy prospects, managing the budget and operational plans for the programme, and continuing to develop the diversity of the programme through testing scalable and sustainable recruitment channels, product offerings and retention methods.
What we can offer you:
In return for your commitment to our cause and to recognise the value of our employees, Battersea offers a range of benefits to support the wellbeing of our employees. These include:
- 28 days of annual leave (plus 8 days paid public holidays) per year
- Discounted gym memberships and cycle to work schemes
- Employee Assistance Programme and access to Wellbeing Resources.
- Generous pension contributions – up to 10% employer contribution
- Free healthcare cash plan, where you can claim for a range of treatment including dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody and acupuncture every year.
- Annual interest-free season ticket loans
We are also committed to providing learning and development to our employees. During your time with us, we provide support for your professional and career development, including access to digital and in-person training programmes, leadership and management training, mentoring and much more.
Our hybrid working model:
We operate a 50% onsite hybrid working model, with our office-based staff splitting their time between site based and home working. This enables our office-based staff to balance the benefits of home working with onsite collaboration and maintaining a connection to our cause.
Diversity and inclusion:
At Battersea, we are committed to developing and supporting a diverse workforce and inclusive culture in all aspects of our organisation. We aim to ensure that this pledge, reinforced by our values, is embedded in our day-to-day working practices and our work together.
By hearing from and valuing different experiences, perspectives, and contributions, we know we can provide the best expert care for every dog and cat who needs us. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those from diverse ethnic communities and people with disabilities, who we know are currently underrepresented in our workforce.
As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we will ask about any adjustments you may need at application and/or interview stage, and if you are offered a role with us, we’ll talk to you about any workplace adjustments you may need to help you perform at your best.
More about us:
At Battersea, we aim to never turn away a dog or cat in need of help. We give each one lots of love, expert care and get to know their characters and quirks so we can find them a new home that’s just right for them. Join us and help us be here for every dog and cat, wherever they are, for as long as they need us.
Closing date: 18th July 2024
Interview date(s): 24th July 2024
For full details, please download our recruitment pack.
To apply for the role, please click the button below. All applications must be submitted before the closing date advertised. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications is received.
Battersea is here for every dog and cat, and has been since 1860. We believe that every dog and cat deserves the best.
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The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.