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Student Voice Manager
Who we are:
Part business, part charity, part membership body – students’ unions are all seriously fun places to work. They are organisations in their own right. Professionally run, but different. Professional teams support elected student leaders to make change, improve lives and fulfil potential; we help make it happen.
Founded in 1897, LSE Students' Union is one of the oldest Students' Unions in the UK and is the representative and campaigning body for students at The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE). We also fund and facilitate student activities on campus, including societies, sports clubs, media groups, and raise money for charities via Raising and Giving (RAG) initiatives.
About the job
Are you an inspirational leader who cares about empowering the voice of students and delivering genuinely impactful change?
Do you like working in fun, dynamic and varied roles in which no two days are the same, and that possess significant development and growth opportunities?
If so, then you’re in the right place, and the Student Voice Manager role might well be the position for you!
Armed with a bold and ambitious new strategy, there couldn’t be a more exciting time to join our organisation.
LSESU is seeking to set the global standard for what it means to be a world class students’ union, and this role sits right at the heart of that lofty ambition.
With a renewed, strategic focus on policy, this position will play a leading role in establishing a policy function that will enable us to be the definitive and credible home of student voice at LSE. A function which will become even more important when we enter the second stage of the strategy in 2026, when student voice will become the central strategic focus of the organisation.
Sitting within the broader Student Voice Department (alongside the Advice Team), you would lead a friendly, talented team of four permanent Student Voice Coordinators (SVCs) who together account for all of the Union’s policy, democratic, representation and campaigning work, alongside a part-time member of student staff.
Variety is hard-wired into the role. In addition to overseeing policy and research output, you would be responsible for leading a democratic and governance structure that is so innovative it is currently the source of an international academic study. Accountabilities here would include delivery of our biannual student elections and sector-leading Student Panels.
You would also be responsible for leading on how we support our elected student representatives and campaign groups; and for the Union’s academic representation work.
Given the breadth of work undertaken within the team, expect there to be plenty of opportunities to grow, develop and pick up new skills outside of the main responsibilities of the role.
Who are we looking for?
This role is fast-paced and so you’ll need exceptional organisation and planning skills, with the ability to juggle multiple priorities at once in a calm, effective manner.
The team you will be managing cuts across several areas and contains five people. We’re therefore looking for a confident leader with line management experience who is able to inspire, motivate and develop a talented and ambitious team to reach their full potential.
You will be a kind, supportive leader who cares about the people in their charge, but who also has high standards and that is able to performance manage when needed to ensure the team meets expected standards and delivers expected results.
We are looking for someone with exceptional written and verbal communication skills; an ability to interpret complex information and present it in a concise and accessible manner; and with experience of delivering high quality research and policy output.
With responsibility for leading on several projects, both within the team and cross-organisationally, prior project management experience and knowledge will be important, as will the ability to liaise with stakeholders at all levels.
Knowledge or prior experience within Higher Education or the student movement would certainly be an advantage, but is not essential and we very much welcome applications from those outside students’ unions who have transferrable skills and a who possess a willingness to learn.
We want to be the best, and for that we want to recruit the best. If you share our ambition and want to join a fun, supportive team seeking to set the benchmark for excellence in the sector, we would love to hear from you.
Why apply?
Because you’re excited by the challenge! The exact opposite of corporate, we’re progressive, daring and creative individuals working to make a difference in unconventional workplaces.
Benefits and Perks
In return for your passion and experience we offer:
● 25 days holidays per year
● Additional closure periods at Christmas and Easter on top of your 25 days annual leave and bank holidays
● Free LSE Students’ Union gym membership, advice from dedicated sports professionals, wth a wide range of activities including yoga classes, dance classes, pilates classes available free for SU staff
● Cycle to Work scheme enabling significant savings on a bicycle purchase
● Access to LSE staff training courses
● Ability to purchase TOTUM (NUS) card giving wide range of discounts
● Flexibility for work-life balance
● Interest-free Travel loan
How do we recruit?
We want to ensure all systems, policies and processes are free from bias or discrimination and are fair and accessible, therefore we ask that all candidates complete our Application Process in two stages:
Part 1. Complete a Supporting Statement, telling us about your suitability for the role (this is what will be used to determine if you are shortlisted for an interview). In doing so, please (1) ensure that your personal statement is no longer than 2 sides of A4, (2) ensure that you don’t include any personal details within your personal statement, and (3) use the job description and person specification as a guide to help write it.*
*Your supporting statement is all that we will see when shortlisting, so please be sure to cover everything that you’d like us to know about your suitability for this role within it, making it clear that you meet all of the job’s specification requirements.
Part 2. Complete an Equal Opportunities Monitoring and Contact Form, so that we’re able to contact you if shortlisted for an interview. This will only be seen by our HR team (and will therefore have no impact on shortlisting), but it does help us gather and analyse demographic information about our applicants.
Part 3. Please attached your completed CV outlining the jobs or voluntary roles you have had.
Want to apply?
To apply for this role, please complete an online application.
Job application timeline
Job posted: 23 August 2024
Closing date:23 September 2024
Intended Interview date: 3rd October 2024
Compulsory Requirement - The UK Government sets the legal regulations that we are required to follow. As an employer we must ensure that everyone is eligible to work in the UK and this is done by us checking and making a copy of the correct original identification/documentation before your first day of work. Currently we require you to have the right to work in the UK, as we are not a Home Office approved sponsor.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you an experienced accredited IDVA with experience in a multi-agency?
If so, the Drive Partnership is looking for a DAPO Triage IDVA in Manchester.
The Drive Partnership was formed by Respect, Safe Lives and Social Finance, is working to transform the national response to perpetrators of domestic abuse.
The Triage IDVA will work as part of the Triage Team in their pilot area, reporting to the Triage Team Leader and working alongside the Triage Worker. They will be responsible for supporting and presenting the voice of the victims and their children in cases where the perpetrator has been referred to the team for an assessment of suitability for a Positive Requirement during an application for a DAPO.
They will be responsible for attempting to contact the victims to carry out the relevant safety checks, risk assessments and provide advocacy during the assessment stage and make onward referrals for further support for the victim. They will capture the voice of the victim as part of the overall assessment for a positive requirement and feed their views and any relevant information about risk or need into the overall recommendation. The IDVA’s work and expertise will ensure that the risks and needs for both the Perpetrator and Victims/families are considered so that a co-ordinated and individual intervention plan can be created when appropriate and safe to apply as part of the DAPO.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This role represents an unparalleled opportunity to use your strategic and operational expertise within an impactful and driven organisation committed to stopping violent conflict and creating more peaceful societies.
Reporting to the Executive Director, the Chief Operating Officer (COO) is responsible for ensuring that Conciliation Resources’ finances, governance and operational support services across its six offices are compliant and meet the needs of the organisation.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Biochemical Society are seeking a Marketing and Communications Officer to support the work of the Marketing and Communications team across the organization to support member and community engagement.
In this role, the postholder will provide support with the full range of activities across the organization, building outreach and engagement with audiences and driving brand awareness and impact across the sector.
The postholder should possess outstanding copywriting skills, an excellent eye for design, and should demonstrate a good understanding of branding and visual identity and support with marketing activities across the membership and community remit, including regular mailing campaigns and social media activity. Along with this, collaborate with other societies and other organisations to promote the Society's objectives.
Suitable candidates will have a background in marketing and experience with effiecient competency using CRM and tracking systems, and have excellent organization and communication skills.
Although advertised as remote, there are options available for working within an office in London up to a few days per week, should that be preferred.
For more information, please visit our website.
Closing date: 4th September 2024
Interview Dates: 10th-12th September 2024
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Please note that this role is home-based and as such interviews will be virtual.
Please send a CV and covering letter. It is important that you DO NOT include your Personal Information i.e. name and contact details in your CV or Cover Letter.
This is because the Society is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit. We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies to support staff from different backgrounds.
The Society takes the security of your data seriously. It has internal policies and controls in place to ensure that your data is not lost, accidentally destroyed, misused or disclosed, and is not accessed except by our employees in the proper performance of their duties.
Please note that due to limited resources it is not possible for the Society to acknowledge receipt of applications. If you do not hear from us within two weeks of the closing date, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
“We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United Kingdom. However, we are not able to sponsor visas.”
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for our employees, visitors, and the public. As part of our ongoing commitment, we are seeking a dedicated Health & Safety Manager to join our team.
The Health & Safety Manager is part of the Operations, Risk & Compliance (ORC) team, a key component of Corporate Services, and delivers a comprehensive and high-quality service across the organisation. This is an exciting role, keeping our employees, visitors and the public safe, and protecting the legal integrity of the charity.
As the Health & Safety Manager, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing all aspects of health and safety protocols and procedures for our office-based and remote employees, visitors, contractors, and volunteers. Your primary objective will be to ensure compliance with all health and safety related regulations while fostering a culture of safety awareness and continuous improvement. You will appreciate the balance of compliance with the law, and the needs of our stakeholders. You’ll be empowered to lead on exciting and varied projects which shape the way our charity works and supports making research breakthroughs possible.
Main duties and responsibilities of the role:
Your duties will include, but not be limited to:
· Responsibility for inputting into and executing operational plans, and for the operational performance, of the health and safety of the organisation.
· Undertaking operational activities that require good judgement, creativity, and pragmatism, with autonomy and accountability.
· Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive health and safety policies and procedures.
· Conduct regular risk assessments according to the needs of the business, including new and expectant mothers, events, health conditions, office assessments, DSE etc.
· Provide guidance and support to employees at all levels on health and safety matters, including training programs and awareness campaigns.
· Keep abreast of changes in health and safety legislation and regulations and ensure company compliance.
· Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses, and develop strategies to prevent recurrence.
· Maintain accurate records and documentation related to health and safety activities, including incident reports and training records.
· Devise and maintain regular reporting and metrics for organisational use.
· Collaborate with other departments to integrate health and safety considerations into business operations and planning.
· Coordinate with external vendors, such occupational health providers, as necessary.
· Act as a liaison between employees and management regarding health and safety concerns, ensuring that all voices are heard and addressed.
What we are looking for:
· NEBOSH Diploma or degree in occupational health and safety.
· Proven, previous experience in health and safety management in an office setting.
· Pragmatic and balanced approach to compliance.
· Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
· In-depth knowledge of relevant health and safety regulations and best practices.
· Confidence in presenting / communicating to groups of people and / or senior leadership.
· Proficiency in MS Office suite and other relevant software applications.
· Excellent communicator, both written and verbal – able to build rapport and demonstrate influencing, negotiation, and decision-making skills.
· Detail-oriented with strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
· Effective problem-solving skills with the ability to assess risks, develop effective solutions, and to exercise good judgement / initiative in a variety of situations.
· Ability to build relationships and inspire confidence and respect at all levels, a strong team player.
· Demonstrates and encourages ownership and responsibility; drive/motivation - has a “can-do” attitude and is committed to delivering results and strives for continuous improvement.
· Strong ethical standards and a high level of personal integrity.
· Administrative and IT skills; Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
· Up to date industry knowledge in related subjects.
· Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality, while staying focused in a pressured environment, working independently and within a team.
· Ability to prioritise and coordinate workloads, to meet deadlines.
· Receptive to feedback and demonstrates flexibility, curiosity, and an ability to learn.
Additional Information:
Ways of working: As part of our Agile ways of working you will be required to work approximately 2 days a week from the office, which is subject to the requirements of the role and the business needs. Flexibility on where you work can be split between working from home and our office.
Roles that are classed as part of the Agile ways of working are not able to claim any costs for Mileage/Travel on Public Transport, Accommodation and/or Meals. This includes when attending the office for various meetings/events.
Our Office: Our office is at 3 Riverside, Granta Park, Great Abington, Cambridge, CB21 6AD.
Salary: Circa £42,000 per annum, plus benefits
Please download the Vacancy Pack for more information.
The closing date for applications is the 15th September 2024, with interviews likely to be held week commencing the 23rd September 2024. We would encourage you to submit your application at the earliest opportunity as the closing date may be brought forward at any time. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date.
We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures, in particular those from ethnic minority backgrounds who are currently under-represented. Any offer of employment is however subject to you having the right to work in the UK.
As part of our commitment to be an inclusive employer and ensure fairness and consistency in selecting the best candidate for this role, your CV will be anonymised. Please however note we are unable to anonymise the application question which you are required to complete. When answering this question please remove any personal information, including your name. All questions answered as part of your application are also anonymised and not shared with the hiring panel. The hiring panel will only be made aware of your name and address once you are invited for an interview. Should you need any adjustments at either the application or interview stage, then please contact us via our website.
How to apply: Please create an online account using our Online Recruitment Platform which can be accessed through our Job Vacancies page. You will be able to attach your CV to your application and track the status of your application.
About Alzheimer’s Research UK:
Alzheimer's Research UK is the UK's leading dementia research charity. Our mission is to accelerate progress towards a cure. Today 1 in 2 people will be impacted by dementia, either through caring for a loved one, developing it themselves or tragically both. But there is hope.
There has never been a more important and exciting time in dementia research. With promising new drugs in clinical trials that slow the progression of the diseases that cause it, and revolutionary new ways to diagnose them on the horizon, we are now at a tipping point. Working with the smartest minds globally and across the UK, with industry and academia, Alzheimer’s Research UK is uniquely placed to invest in the very best research identifying barriers to a cure and knocking them down so that there are more and better treatments for everyone with dementia. For the first time in history, we can see a future where people with dementia can get a swift and accurate diagnosis, and effective treatments that could slow or even stop their disease. We stand for everyone affected by dementia. We stand for a cure.
In 2022, we were incredibly proud to be awarded a 3-star accreditation by Best Companies which recognises ‘World Class’ levels of workplace engagement and were also listed in the prestigious Best Companies lists:
• 48th in the 100 Best Large Companies to Work For in the UK.
• 19th in the 100 Best Companies to Work For in the East of England.
• 3rd in the 50 Best Companies to Work For in the Charity Sector.
In addition, we were also shortlisted for a special award recognising the work undertaken on reducing our environmental impact.
In 2021, we were awarded the HR Management award by The Charity Times for our Wellbeing initiatives throughout the pandemic.
In 2020, we demonstrated our commitment to changing the way we think and act about mental health in the workplace and signed the Time to Change Employer Pledge.
ARUK really does look after its people, where you will be able to add value and make a difference.
To view further details about working for us and the benefits we offer, please visit Alzheimer’s Research UK
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you an experienced accredited IDVA with experience in a multi-agency?
If so, the Drive Partnership is looking for a DAPO Triage IDVA in Manchester.
The Drive Partnership was formed by Respect, Safe Lives and Social Finance, is working to transform the national response to perpetrators of domestic abuse.
The Triage IDVA will work as part of the Triage Team in their pilot area, reporting to the Triage Team Leader and working alongside the Triage Worker. They will be responsible for supporting and presenting the voice of the victims and their children in cases where the perpetrator has been referred to the team for an assessment of suitability for a Positive Requirement during an application for a DAPO.
They will be responsible for attempting to contact the victims to carry out the relevant safety checks, risk assessments and provide advocacy during the assessment stage and make onward referrals for further support for the victim. They will capture the voice of the victim as part of the overall assessment for a positive requirement and feed their views and any relevant information about risk or need into the overall recommendation. The IDVA’s work and expertise will ensure that the risks and needs for both the Perpetrator and Victims/families are considered so that a co-ordinated and individual intervention plan can be created when appropriate and safe to apply as part of the DAPO.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Youth Futures Foundation is the What Works Centre for youth employment. We exist to address the significant disparities in youth employment for marginalised groups. We want to ensure that all young people can access and keep good quality jobs. Youth Futures was founded in 2019 as an independent, not-for-profit organisation with funding from dormant assets to drive systemic change by:
- Giving grants to organisations that provide employment support to young people so that we can generate compelling evidence with high quality impact evaluation methodologies
- Driving evidence-based change in policy and working with employers and practitioners to improve practice. We help to connect and empower those who are commissioning and delivering youth employment services.
The Senior Economist / Evidence and Evaluation Manager will work in a dedicated Impact and Evidence directorate, working at the heart of Youth Futures Foundation.
You will be central to our ambition to create the largest repository of robust evidence and evaluations of what works to support young people into good jobs. In the directorate, you will support the Heads of Evaluation, the Deputy Director and Director to ensure all Youth Futures’ investments are designed to provide robust evidence of what works. Primarily, you will support the Heads of Evaluation and the Deputy Director in the design of new impact evaluations and lead on their commissioning and management.
Our priority for this post holder is to work on our What Works Programme 2, which designs and funds impact evaluations, including (Randomised Controlled Trials and Quasi-Experimental designs) of youth employment interventions.
The Senior Economist / Evidence and Evaluation Manager will also contribute to the development of our suite of ‘evaluation architecture’, enhancing our data infrastructure and administrative dataset access, as well as methodological guidance and standards. These will ensure that, as the What Works Centre for youth employment, our evidence is as credible and useful as possible.
You will additionally support other aspects of the Evidence and Evaluation team’s commissioning. This may include developing policies and processes supporting effective evaluation methodology design, working closely with Youth Futures’ Programmes and Grants directorate. You will also work with our Policy and Communications and Employer Engagement directorates to ensure that all evaluation and evidence outputs are high quality and make clear, practical and impactful recommendations for practice and policy.
We are a multi-disciplinary team, and we welcome applications from those who have interest and experience in impact evaluation gained through commissioning or delivery experience.
This role can be based at any of our hubs located in London, Birmingham or Leeds. We currently operate a hybrid model of two-days per week in the office and three-days from home.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
YOUTH DEVELOPMENT WORKER (OASIS HUB OLDHAM)
PART-TIME, 32 HOURS PER WEEK
FIXED TERM, 1 year *
SALARY: £20,857 per annum pro-rata (26,072 for 1FTE)
LOCATION: Oldham
Want to make your community a better place?
Will you support young people to recognise and reach their potential?
Are you passionate about supporting young people and communities impacted by violence?
Want to be part of a supportive, dynamic, fun & quality team?
Oasis are now in a position to employ an experienced Youth Development Worker to work alongside the children’s, youth and community hub team in Oldham. The role will be focussed on the Oldham South community (surrounding Oasis Academies Oldham and Limeside) working closely with the academies as part of Oasis Hub Oldham.
As a Youth Development Worker you will;
· Work as part of the community hub team to plan and deliver youth services that address the needs of the local neighborhood, including open access, holiday and community activities.
· Deliver targeted programmes of work for young people impacted by youth violence.
· Build positive and supportive relationships with young people to develop their skills, knowledge and aspirations.
· Strengthen and sustain working relationships with local partners to provide holistic, sustainable and bespoke support for young people.
· Support communities impacted by critical incidents.
Amongst other requirements, the successful post holder must have:
· Relevant experience OR qualification in Youth & Community (JNC), Social Work (QSW) or SEND.
· Proven experience working with young people ‘at risk’.
· Reliability, with a flexible approach to changes and able to work unsociable hours.
As part of the package, Oasis offers:
- A pension scheme, currently offering 7% employer contribution.
- A generous holiday allowance and training opportunities.
- A supportive, friendly work environment, with flexible working arrangements.
If you are interested in this position, please email a CV and covering letter detailing why you feel you are suitable for this role. For further information please visit the Oasis Charity Jobs Website. We actively encourage applications from people of all ethnic backgrounds and minority and underrepresented groups. If you require any assistance to overcome potential barriers to application, please let us know.
*This can be a secondment opportunity for existing Oasis Trust employees.
Completed applications should be returned by 9am 12th September
Interviews will take place on W/C 23rd September.
Oasis is a multi-national charity supporting young people and their families in 10 countries worldwide. Our vision is for building healthy communities: places where everyone is included, making a contribution and reaching their full potential.
Oasis is committed to making a difference to the lives of the communities it works in, and as such you must show a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the values and behaviours which flow from the Oasis ethos. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks.
The successful candidates must have the right to work in the UK. Oasis cannot assist with sponsorship or visas.
Oasis supports Equal Opportunities. Registered Charity No. 1163889
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Reporting to: Senior Programme Manager
Location: Remote-based with some travel to Central London and potentially other UK locations will be required for programme activity, events and meetings
About Media Trust
At Media Trust, we believe it’s by giving everyone a voice that we’ll get to a more equal society. That’s why we work with young people and talent from underrepresented communities to give them the skills, access and mentoring to break into, and progress their careers in, the media. At the same time, we provide training to charities and match them with media industry volunteers to strengthen their storytelling, advocacy and campaigning, press engagement and social media.
About the Role
Do you want to lead innovative and impactful programmes supporting diverse talent to thrive in the media and creative industries? We are looking for a dynamic and proactive individual with a track record of effective project management who is passionate about improving media representation and a more diverse and inclusive media sector.
This position sits within our Underrepresented Talent team (previously the Youth Media team). We deliver industry-leading training and mentoring programmes to support underrepresented talent to progress their careers in the media industry, and equip media organisations and professionals with the skills to better support diverse talent and create inclusive workplaces. Our programmes aim to particularly support talent from Global Ethnic Majority, DDN (d/Deaf, disabled and neurodivergent) and low socio-economic backgrounds (LSEBs).
This role will manage a range of training and mentoring programmes including virtual and inperson activities. Working with a broad selection of industry partners from across the media and creative industries (including major broadcasters, advertising agencies and tech companies), you will support programme participants to gain the confidence, knowledge, skills and networks to progress their careers in the media, and contribute to developing a more representative media industry.
Key Responsibilities
Programme management and delivery
- Manage all aspects of a range of training and mentoring programmes, ensuring they are high-quality and impactful
- Provide regular project updates to our funders and partners
- Manage programme budgets including monitoring expenditure, forecasting and ensuring all third-party expenses are paid and/or reimbursed appropriately
- Support the monitoring, evaluation and reporting of the programmes you manage, ensuring impact is evidenced by high quality data, and produce impact reports for key stakeholders
- Work alongside the marketing team to support the production of marketing and communication materials and provide regular programme updates for the Media Trust website and social media channels, including end of programme case studies
- Maintain up-to-date programme data and reporting by inputting relevant data on a timely basis to our CRM system
Talent/participant engagement
- Lead the recruitment of participants including marketing and outreach, selection and onboarding
- Design, deliver and manage engagement and retention strategies, supporting participants to commit to the programme
- Be the first point of contact for all participants, and provide pastoral support throughout the programme, monitoring participants’ progress through 1:1 check-ins, providing additional support and access adjustments to those who require it
- Assess participants’ accessibility needs, ensuring adjustments are implemented to provide individualised support
- Work with programme participants and industry partners to develop engaging session content tailored to the cohort’s needs
- Facilitate increased understanding of industry mentors and volunteers on how best to support underrepresented talent
- Develop alumni engagement strategies and liaise with industry partners about upcoming job and work experience opportunities we can share with alumni
Industry engagement
- Manage relationships with key programme partners, providing regular updates and sharing feedback on their mentors and/or volunteers
- Source qualified industry trainers, workshop leaders, mentors and volunteers
What we are looking for in you
- A track record of effective project management and delivery
- Experience of working with diverse communities, including adjusting for accessibility needs
- Experience of designing and delivering training, with strong workshop facilitation skills
- Experience of organising and managing events, including online and face to face events, co-ordinating participants and trainers and overseeing logistics
- Experience of developing and implementing programme plans to achieve targets, and reporting against programme objectives
- A passion for a more inclusive media industry and better media representation of diverse communities
- Ideally some lived experience from within the groups we are aiming to engage with
- Strong relationship management skills with both internal and external stakeholders, preferably with experience of working with corporate partners
- Excellent interpersonal skills and enjoys and getting the best out of partners and project participants
- Excellent verbal communication skills and confident public speaker
- Strong written communication skills, with the ability to produce clear and engaging copy and content for our website, guides, blogs or digital resources
- Good attention to detail and highly organised, with the ability to plan, prioritise and manage your own time
- Ability to work under pressure, take initiative, and work independently
- An understanding of financial processes and experience of budget management
- A passion for, and commitment to, the aims and values of Media Trust
The above job description is a guide to the work you may be required to undertake but does not form part of your contract of employment and may change from time to time to reflect changing circumstances.
We understand that no applicant may perfectly align with every point in the job specification. If you are enthusiastic about this role, passionate about the power of media to drive positive social change, and believe you can contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply. We value diverse perspectives and are committed to fostering an inclusive work environment, so don’t hesitate to showcase your unique skills and experiences and what you can bring to Media Trust.
We aim to represent the communities we support. We encourage applications from Global Ethnic Majority communities, and those who identify as LGBTQIA+, working class, d/Deaf, Disabled and/or Neurodivergent.
We are happy to make reasonable adjustments for applicants who need additional support at any stage of the recruitment process – please just get in touch to discuss.
Please see Recruitment Pack for more information.
We are ideally looking for someone who can join us by October. If interested, please submit your CV and covering letter by 9am on 10 September 2024. We will review applications on a rolling basis and may conduct interviews with suitable candidates before the closing date. We therefore encourage you to apply early, as we reserve the right to close the application process early if a suitable candidate is found.
If you need any assistance or require any reasonable adjustments throughout the process, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
Unfortunately we are unable to provide VISA sponsorship for applicants not entitled to work in the UK.
We believe in the power of the media to change lives.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Role Purpose
The main purposes of the Head of Curriculum and Growth role are:
- Overseeing the design and maintenance of consistently high-quality workshops and resources (Tender’s curriculum) across all programmes, incorporating drama and the arts and appropriate subject matter expertise
- Developing a strategic plan for expanding Tender’s reach and impact, and working in collaboration with the Director of Services to execute expansion plans
- Overseeing the recruitment, training and ongoing development and management of Tender’s freelance workshop facilitators
Main Responsibilities and Duties
Curriculum and quality assurance
- Overseeing the development and introduction of all new content in Tender’s curriculum, working in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to ensure secondary research, beneficiary need, subject matter expertise and beneficiary voice (in particular, youth voice) is appropriately incorporated and content is evidence-based
- Developing, reviewing, updating and implementing Tender’s quality assurance framework to ensure Tender’s curriculum remains of a consistently high quality
- Overseeing the regular review of existing curriculum to ensure content remains internally consistent across Tender, up to date and incorporates new information and best practice teaching methods
- Working in collaboration with the Research & Impact Manager, ensuring relevant primary and secondary research and learnings from Tender’s programmes are incorporated into Tender’s curriculum to maximise the impact of Tender’s programmes
- Championing excellence in the design and delivery of Tender’s curriculum across the organisation, including building strong relationships with other Heads of Departments and Programme Managers
Workshop leader oversight
- Working in collaboration with the Head of Schools & Youth Settings and Head of Adult Services, identifying gaps in workshop leader pools and overseeing the timely recruitment of a sufficient number of workshop leaders across all regions to deliver all planned projects
- Developing and implementing a consistent and robust workshop leader induction plan for all new facilitators
- Developing and implementing an ongoing training and development plan for workshop leaders to ensure consistently high quality and current standards of delivery to all beneficiary groups, and ensuring any gaps in existing skills and knowledge are addressed
- Working in collaboration with the Director of Services, Head of Schools and Youth Settings and Head of Adult Services, develop and implement processes to monitor workshop leader performance
- Overseeing the provision of wellbeing support for workshop leaders, including regular check-ins and gathering formal and informal feedback
Growth
- Researching and identifying potential geographic areas and target populations for expanding Tender’s reach and impact in a planned and targeted manner
- Working in collaboration with the Research & Impact Manager, assessing the need for, and potential impact of, Tender’s work in new geographic areas or with new target populations
- Working in collaboration with the Development team, identifying and developing new partnerships, collaborations and funding opportunities to ensure any growth can be properly resourced and sustained
- Developing and supporting the Director of Services to execute a strategic plan for expanding Tender’s work to new geographic regions and to new target populations in 2024-26
Administration
- Supporting the SLT in effective risk management by proactively and regularly identifying potential risks and recommending mitigating actions to the Director of Services
- Completing all mandatory training, and proactively seeking opportunities for ongoing professional development
- Following all Tender policies and procedures, including safeguarding, data protection and equal opportunities
- Working as a member of the Tender team and carrying out other duties that may be required to meet the needs of the organisation
Job Description
OVERVIEW
The Crossborder Forum (CBF) is a network of over 50 civil society organisations and activists working in the Belgium-France-UK cross-border space for migrant justice. The Crossborder Forum was set up in late 2020 in response to bilateral talks and agreements by governments on both sides of the Channel, to provide civil society with the space and infrastructure for transnational dialogue and solidarity. The Crossborder Forum is an independent project, currently hosted by the Joint Council for the Welfare of Immigrants (JCWI) – a leading migrants’ rights charity based in London. The Advisory Committee, composed of individual and organisational members of the CBF from across the three countries, provides strategic advice and support for the Manager.
The aims of the Crossborder Forum are:
- To provide a space for civil society organisations concerned with the UK-France-Belgium border, for exchanging information and expertise of ongoing cross-border migration and asylum issues.
- To construct a shared analysis of cross-border policies and their impact, building on work already done by actors in the respective countries.
- To facilitate cross-border collaboration on advocacy and policy work relating to bilateral issues between UK-France and UK-Belgium and reinforce existing projects by combining forces (e.g. on juxtaposed border controls, post-Brexit bilateral agreements, funding accords, safer routes for people who wish to seek asylum in the UK, etc).
- To meaningfully engage with and enable the participation of experts-by-experience (lived experience of cross-border migration issues, the shared border, and immigration systems) in the CBF.
ROLE SUMMARY
The Crossborder Forum is seeking an enthusiastic, organised, and self-driven Manager to lead the coordination of our growing transnational and multicultural network and deliver the CBF’s work according to the aims and activity plan developed by CBF members.
It is an exciting time to join the Forum. As well as leading on organising CBF activities, the Manager will have the opportunity to develop the Forum’s governance processes and implement its new Lived Experience Strategy. Alongside managing the day-to-day operations and external and internal communications of the Forum, the Manager leads the budget management and fundraising work of the CBF, supported by the Advisory Committee and JCWI. The Manager is line-managed by JCWI as part of JCWI’s Advocacy Team, supported by the CBF Advisory Committee, and accountable to the CBF membership. The Manager will have significant independence and autonomy in how they organise their time and plan the CBF’s work on a day-to-day basis.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Network development and management
● Manage day-to-day bilingual (English and French) internal communications with and between CBF members to facilitate joint work and collective decision making
● Build and maintain relationships with existing and new CBF members
● Maintain momentum and energy in the network and amongst members who have varying capacity to engage with the CBF
● Organise and facilitate online CBF meetings every two months, with effective follow-up through minutes and action points in English and French
● Oversee and lead the implementation of agreed project activities e.g. learning sessions, joint actions and statements, production of resources
● Support the work of member-led thematic working groups of the CBF
● Organise the CBF’s first in-person conference, in collaboration with CBF members
● Represent the CBF to external stakeholders, including sector partners and funders Knowledge and information sharing
● Remain up to date on field, policy, and legislative developments relating to migration and borders in Belgium, France and the UK
● Compile and share monthly news digests with news, resources, and reports on relevant developments in the three countries
● Identify and respond to gaps in knowledge and training within the network, in relation to field, policy and legislative developments in the three countries
● Update and maintain the CBF website and social media accounts Strategy and governance development and implementation
● Facilitate the development of an overall strategy for the Crossborder Forum in collaboration with CBF members and the Advisory Committee, building on the four overarching aims of the CBF, the lived experience strategy, and funder commitments
● Oversee the implementation of the overall strategy and lived experience strategy
● Identify areas for governance and internal policy development and lead on co-developing these with the CBF’s members and Advisory Committee Budget management and financial sustainability With support from the Advisory Committee and JCWI (in line with hosting agreement):
● Prepare funder reports to demonstrate achievement of grant requirements
● Draft grant applications and identify new sources of funding to ensure financial sustainability of the CBF
● Manage and oversee the CBF budget, ensuring it is monitored and up to date, with spending in-line with agreed budget lines
Person Specification
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Required Experience
● Working or volunteering in the migration sector in Belgium, France or the UK
● Minimum two years’ experience of project or programme management
● Demonstrable experience in building effective professional relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, e.g. civil society organisations, international NGOs, grassroots organisations and collectives, funders, academic researchers, consultants/freelancers
● Demonstrable experience in events planning for a diverse range of audiences
● Strong experience in facilitation, coordinating networks, coalition-building and/or collective initiatives
● Experience of budget management and narrative and financial funding reporting
Required skills
● Effective communication and interpersonal skills, and a strong ability to build positive working relationships across different cultural, political, and national contexts, and remotely
● Strong knowledge of the migration political context and civil society landscape in one of the three countries and awareness of issues relating to the UK-France-Belgium border
● Fluency in English and French – written and spoken
Required values
● Demonstrable commitment to the rights of people on the move regardless of their immigration status, country of origin, or way of migrating
● Strong commitment to wider anti-oppressive values and practices, including anti-racism, queer and trans liberation, gender justice, and the importance of an intersectional approach to social justice and solidarity
● Strong commitment to collective decision making and enabling equitable participation as a tool for achieving shared goals
Desired experience, skills, and values
● Experience conducting monitoring, evaluations, and learning work
● Experience working or volunteering on the ground in border spaces (e.g. Northern France)
● Knowledge of Dutch, or any additional language considered an asset
● Expertise by experience of the UK, France, or Belgian immigration systems (for more information on this, see our Lived Experience Strategy)
● Experience with using Squarespace with website development and content management
About JCWI:
The Crossborder Forum is hosted by JCWI, which provides line management, operational, and financial administrative support. JCWI is a founding member of the Forum, and has been the host organisation of the CBF since 2022, when the CBF first became a full-time independent programme. JCWI is a leading UK migrants’ rights organisation, which has been campaigning for migrants’ rights for over 50 years. JCWI challenges laws and policies that lead to discrimination, destitution, and the denial of rights of migrant communities and provides award-winning legal aid immigration advice and representation to people at the sharpest end of the UK’s immigration and asylum system. For more information,
HOW TO APPLY
- Please click "Apply" below and complete the application form
- Your application must include an up-to-date CV and a Cover letter (max. 2 A4 pages) outlining how you meet each criteria in the person specification. Candidates who meet some but not all the required person specifications are encouraged to apply.
- You can submit your application in English or French.
- We encourage applicants to also submit an Equality and Diversity monitoring
- Must have right to work in the UK
Deadline: Sunday 15th September, 23:59pm
Interviews: Tuesday 1st & Wednesday 2nd October, online.
Benefits
- 25 days annual leave plus additional discretionary days at Christmas.
- 5% employer pension contributions
- Ride to Work Scheme
- Discounted Gym Group membership
- Membership in JCWI’s staff union
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you a leader with the passion to improve lives in Birmingham?
Citizens Advice Birmingham is 85 years old this year and we’re looking for a new chief executive to build on our successes and take us into the future.
Our successful candidate will be an inspiring, values-led leader with strong strategic and commercial skills, who will ensure the continuing growth and success of our charity. You will lead an award winning team of staff and volunteers who deliver outstanding advice services across Birmingham. You’ll use your excellent communication skills to develop strategic connections with funders and partners, and make the case for investment in advice services across Birmingham.
Over the past few years we have faced a pandemic, the cost of living crisis, and funding cuts, and we have responded with compassion, energy, and innovation. Our new chief executive will ensure that our charity remains well-governed, vigorous and resilient so that we can face future challenges with the same confidence that has seen us succeed over the past 85 years.
Full job details and the job pack are available for download from our website via the apply button. CV and Cover Letter apply accepted.
Do you want to play a key role in developing our Marketing & Communications functions and to help us raise the profile of The Whitechapel Centre, grow our supporter base and promote our services?
The Whitechapel Centre’s mission is to prevent and resolve homelessness, social exclusion and housing poverty by providing practical, realistic, tailored support so that each person can find a route out of homelessness, maintain a home and achieve their individual potential.
We are now looking for an exceptional Marketing & Communications Officer to join our team.
This is a hands-on and varied role which will include responsibility for our internal and external communications, our social media channels and website content. Key tasks will include marketing our services and activities and liaising with press and media.
With a background in marketing or comms, you will have first class communication, influencing and negotiating skills, the ability to engage with people from all walks of life and the passion to deliver positive outcomes and an effective and consistent voice.
In return, we offer a friendly and supportive working environment, together with a generous pension scheme and Simplyhealth medical benefits.
How to apply
Please note: we do not accept CVs without an accompanying application form. You can request an application pack by telephone or via our HumanResources mailbox if you are unable to download via the links provided.
There is no formal close date for this vacancy. We are advertising via a range of channels and reserve the right to review applications each Friday and close the vacancy as soon as our shortlisting requirements are met
The Whitechapel Centre. Committed to addressing discrimination and promoting equality and diversity in the provision of services and employment.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Do you work in an information, advice, guidance, or a support setting? If so we’d like to hear from you! We are looking for an individual who is passionate about welfare rights and supporting students. Being a Senior Advisor at the University of Manchester Students’ Union is all about empowering students to exercise their rights and options if they encounter problems during their time at university.
The Students’ Union Advice Service supports a student population of over 40000 with case numbers averaging over 3000 per year. You’ll be giving one-to-one advice on academic issues, housing, money issues and student life. You’ll enjoy this role if you’re interested in the law and getting to grips with regulations, policies and procedures, so you can help people to understand their rights and challenge poor practice. Through your work you will directly contribute to the Students’ Union strategic theme that students feel well supported. As a Senior Advisor, you’ll also be there to ensure we are providing a great experience service.
We are looking for someone who will be able to support students professionally and with a high level of empathy. Our Advice Service is used by students who are facing difficult or complex circumstances including mental ill health, disabilities, financial hardship or who have experienced sexual violence or domestic abuse. As a Senior Advisor, you will be able to respond sensitively and compassionately to students in distress or facing crisis and will have an ability to give practical and emotional support. Excellent communication skills are essential.
Alongside maintaining advice provision, the Senior Advisor will contribute to the management of the service. We believe in improvement and progression, and we want our Service to be the best it can be for students. The Senior Advisor will help us achieve this through taking initiative, problem solving and making decisions on day-to-day operational issues and duty management of the service, as well as making wider improvements to service policy, processes, and systems. This role will really suit you if you’re enthusiastic and approachable and would enjoy speaking to students and our stakeholders in a variety of settings.
You’ll be working with a supportive team, and we ensure that there are regular opportunities for reflection and support for wellbeing, including access to external restorative supervision with an independent practitioner. You’ll have access to training and continuing professional development across the range of advice we offer to help you excel as a Senior Advisor.
If you like a challenge, enjoy problem solving, working independently and thrive in a setting where no two days are the same, then this is the role for you, and we’d love to hear from you.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Project Manager, Policy Fellow
Terms: full time; 2 year contract
Salary: £36,400-46,000
Location: Remote working, with the opportunity to work from co-working space if desired and quarterly in-person team away days.
Start Date: September 2024
Line Management: Consultant, Project Officer
Line Manager: Programme Manager
Closing Date: 6 September 2024. On submission of your application, please add ‘Project Manager 1 - 2024’ in the subject line.
You must have the right to work in the UK or Germany. Please note that the advertised salary range in sterling is based on United Kingdom employment terms and conditions. Salary offers for positions based in Germany take into account local tax and social security regulations, which may result in different net salary outcomes compared to those in the UK.
About BASIC
BASIC is an independent think tank whose mission is to safeguard humanity and Earth’s ecosystem from nuclear weapons risks and interconnected security threats, for generations to come. Founded in 1987, we have 36 years’ experience of convening meaningful dialogues across complex political divides, and a reputation for generating innovative, high-quality research and policy advice.
BASIC is a fast-paced, inclusive, and rewarding environment in which to work. We have experienced >5x growth since 2017, and our intention is to continue this growth trajectory. We have an exceptionally positive team culture.
BASIC sees its role as one of drawing together different perspectives within the nuclear weapons / security debate and pushing the boundaries of policy discussions. We cherish our independence and freedom of speech. We are independent, receive no core funding from any state, and our project work is funded transparently.
Role Description
The Project Manager is an adept and organised professional, esteemed within the nuclear policy community for their level. Responsible for overseeing a discrete package of work, they must demonstrate a clear understanding and alignment with broader programme goals, strategies, and objectives. The role will report to the Programme Manager.
Taking charge of project deliverables, the Project Manager will navigate the entire project cycle, from generating fundraising ideas to developing them further and building knowledge of funding relationships.
The Project Manager should possess a solid understanding of global security and conflict
resolution, coupled with a proven ability to design, and execute high-quality project management and research. The ideal candidate is an established researcher with a specialisation in nuclear weapons issues or whatever else is relevant to the project that they will be managing, and an emerging track record of policy relevant publications.
The Project Manager will manage two BASIC projects concurrently:
1. The Peaceful Nuclear Technologies Portal (PEANUT, 2024-2025)
The PEANUT Portal will be a one-stop shop microsite featuring information about available civil nuclear science and technologies for the fulfilment of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs or ‘Global Goals’). In this capacity, you will work with a subject matter expert (already appointed) to build the site and actively promote the site and peaceful nuclear technologies more generally amongst relevant States and multilateral conferences.
As Project Manager, you will oversee the successful completion of further funding for the PEANUT project for beyond March 2025.
2. ‘Scoping British Nuclear Weapons Harms’ (2024-2026).
Scoping British Nuclear Harms is a two-year scoping inquiry into the humanitarian and environmental harms caused by the UK Government’s nuclear weapons programme since its genesis. The candidate will build on existing work by BASIC to develop a nuclear harm reduction framework, and develop national and international networks with others working on these issues to develop and promote this work.
The role requires a fundamental understanding of the UK’s nuclear weapons programme and history, and the Project Manager will have a professional background in nuclear science and/or technology. Ideally the Project Manager will also have experience with science communication.
The Project Manager should possess the skills to expand their network in their area of specialisation, benefiting BASIC, and be capable of line managing other team members within their programme.
This role necessitates a formal project or programme management qualification – BASIC will provide the Project Manager with such training and qualifications if they do not already possess one. The Project Manager will collaborate with their line manager to identify a professional development plan, closing skills gaps and aspiring to become an internationally respected leader in their field.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
1. Project Delivery
Applicants will need to be able to demonstrate the ability to:
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Manage project timelines, budgets, and reporting requirements
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Line manage, mentor/coach, and provide pastoral care for the project team: policy fellows, project assistants and interns
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Write high-quality, policy-relevant research reports, op-eds and briefings
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Organise international roundtables, workshops and other events with track 1 and 2 participants
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Manage relationships with stakeholders and build BASIC’s network and reputation
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Independently represent BASIC at international meetings
2. Fundraising
Applicants will need to be able to demonstrate the ability to:
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Develop a project, by independently and confidently scoping funding opportunities
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Liaise with the Programme Manager on funding priorities and opportunities
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Manage projects with minimal day-to-day manager input.
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Develop new and existing relationships with funders
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Write and edit funding applications
3. Communications
Applicants will need to be able to demonstrate the ability to:
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Collaborate with various stakeholders including international partners to build strong relationships.
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Facilitate dialogue and cooperation among diverse stakeholders.
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Promote our / their work confidently and internationally
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Confidently use online social media platforms, and if possible, press contacts
4. Office support
Applicants will need to be able to support the running of the organisation and colleagues with a range of administrative tasks wherever required.
Role Requirements
Essential Criteria for the role
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Educated to Master’s level – or demonstrate the equivalent in work experience
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7+ years of work experience in a think tank, research institute, NGO, foundation or government working on international security issues
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Passion and commitment to our organisational mission of promoting dialogue to advance global security
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Demonstrated ability and track record in leading the creative development and delivery of policy projects in the UK or internationally, including budgeting and reporting
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Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders from a variety of professional and cultural backgrounds and with broad variations in seniority and function
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Excellent analytical and methodological skills, and an organised approach to research
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Well-developed interpersonal skills, including evidence of working successfully as part of a team
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Strong track record of previous fundraising experience and success
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Experience organising policy roundtables and workshops
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Willingness to travel internationally when required
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Strong organisational skills and an eye for detail
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Good personal network in their research area
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Previous line management experience
Desirable Criteria
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Science/technology or ideally science communication background
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Formal project management qualification
Please note that, due to the large number of applications we receive, we are not able to acknowledge receipt of all applications and only shortlisted candidates will be notified. If you have not heard from us within two weeks of the closing date, you have not been successful.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.