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As a senior fundraising team member, you will take a strategic approach to leading the development and management of our Major Donor, Trusts and Legacy programmes to maximise income and meet annual targets. You will be accustomed to dealing with senior level figures in the corporate world and in managing the highest-level relationships between the Trust, the Charity, Trusts, legators and significant donors.
For this role, you will need
- Have successfully managed a high-value and diverse portfolio of major donors
- Good understanding of the fundraising process
- Ability to prepare written donor proposals, donor stewardship and the ability to plan and execute events related to the cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of donors
- To work independently to plan and implement creative strategies to increase philanthropic gifts by creating bespoke cultivation and solicitation plans that utilise senior stakeholders effectively.
- Be able to build strong relationships and partner with key staff across Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust in line with our strategic ambitions.
-Experience working within a results-oriented environment, with a record of achieving personal KPIs and targets.
-Excellent interpersonal and verbal skills and proven experience managing or liaising with clients, customers, or charity donors.
- Excellent administration and organisation skills, demonstrating the ability to manage conflicting priorities and meet deadlines under pressure.
- Ability to work well as a team member and on my initiative.
The work of Frimley Health Charity helps to improve lives across all our hospitals for patients, staff, and visitors.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Sightsavers implements projects in over 30 countries in Africa and South Asia working to eliminate avoidable blindness and promote the rights of people with disabilities.
Title: Project Assistant
Location: Tanzania
Contract: 6-month fixed term contract
Salary: Local Terms and Conditions apply
Responsibilities
- Support the planning and implementation of the International Trachoma Initiative’s Avoidable Blindness Fund Trachoma Programme activities in collaboration with regional and district teams.
- Assist partners in identifying their capacity-building needs and facilitate the provision of support.
- Disseminate information about Sightsavers and the Trachoma Programme to partners.
- Review patient documentation for completeness and accuracy, resolving discrepancies as needed.
- Promote shared learning and collaboration among partners by facilitating networks and meetings.
- Assist project partners in preparing budgets and forecasts.
- Monitor project financial resources and liaise with the finance team as necessary.
- Ensure timely submission of financial returns by partners.
- Provide the programme team with additional information, case studies, and relevant news stories.
- Represent the project at various forums and meetings, advocating for its aims and objectives.
The principal accountabilities are not meant to be an exhaustive list of tasks. The need for flexibility is required and the job holder is expected to carry out any other related duties that are within the employee's skills and abilities whenever reasonably instructed.. Please see the Job Description for full details.
Jobholder Requirements
Essential:
- Understanding of government systems, particularly within the health sector through the Ministry of Health and local government authorities.
- Experience in monitoring and evaluation.
- Proficiency in report writing.
- Strong administrative support skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Capacity building or facilitation skills.
- Competence in managing project budgets, forecasts, and reports.
- Familiarity with computer packages and global ICT communication systems.
- Strong analytical skills and attention to documentation.
- Willingness to travel for up to 15 weeks per year.
Desirable:
- Previous experience in a similar role within the health sector.
- Additional qualifications related to project management or public health.
- Knowledge of specific software or tools used in project monitoring and evaluation.
Closing date: 3 November 2024
Next Steps
To apply for this exciting new opportunity, please complete an application via our recruitment portal. We are particularly interested in learning of your motivations for applying.
As an equal opportunity employer, we actively encourage applications from all sections of the community. Sightsavers is a Disability Confident Leader and qualified people with a disability are particularly encouraged to apply.
Sightsavers is an employer that does not tolerate any form of harassment and has zero tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse. All potential candidates will be subjected to rigorous background checks and controls.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Position type: Permanent. Full time, 37.5 hours per week. Flexible working will be considered.
Responsible to: Head of HR (with matrix management by Volunteer Development Manager & L&D Manager)
Direct reports: None
Location: ShelterBox HQ, Truro, Cornwall
Role purpose:
The role of the People Assistant will be to provide administrative support to the People Team. You will contribute to the efficient running of the department and assist in the delivery of a supportive, employee-oriented organisational culture that emphasises quality, continuous improvement, and high performance.
This is a busy generalist HR role and will give you a broad experience to many different elements of HR practice including recruitment, onboarding and induction, metrics and analytics, EDI, safeguarding, wellbeing, volunteers and learning and development within the humanitarian sector.
Who are we looking for?
We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual who is looking to start or develop their HR career. You will be a people person, committed to delivering excellent customer service who is able to work and communicate well with different individuals and teams, both internal and external to ShelterBox.
As the first point of contact for the HR Team the ability to manage different tasks and priorities simultaneously and have excellent attention to detail will be key.
This role will help generate and collate monthly and quarterly people metrics so excellent IT skills (particularly Microsoft Office and database reporting) are essential. As a member of the HR Team, you will be handling a wide range of data, including sensitive and personal information, as such you will work with discretion and adhere to confidentiality.
Achievement of, or study toward, your CIPD Level 3 is preferable but is not essential. Knowledge of basic employment law and HR practices would be advantageous for the role.
Main role and responsibilities
This role will primarily provide administrative support for the day-to-day running of the HR Team as well as delivering administrative tasks for the Learning & Development (L&D) Team and Volunteer Development Manager. This role will also support ongoing strategic work projects of the People Team. This role will also help support the diary management for the Director of People.
Duties will include but not be limited to:
· Administration of all recruitment campaigns including advertising, arranging interviews and candidate management.
· Administer all HR-related documentation in a timely manner. Documents will relate to starters, leavers, Maternity/Paternity, probation completions, etc.
· Generate and report on monthly and quarterly people metrics.
· Management of the HR inbox and timely response to queries.
· Assist with HR project and strategy work
· Information management of the HRIS ensuring electronic records are accurately maintained and updated in accordance with GDPR legislation including personal details, absence management and employment records.
· Monthly employee file auditing, ensuring records are accurately maintained including return to work, probation, and appraisal completions.
· Support internal communications including organisational updates, wellbeing, and staff newsletters.
· Diary management support for the Director of People
· Note-taking and meeting preparation
· Support office events and initiatives in person and online
· Assist with background checks – including references and DBS checks.
· Administration of H&S requirements (including DSE Assessments).
· Coordinate the logistics and administration for our residential programmes including venue booking, travel and accommodation booking, and sourcing volunteer support.
· Support the administration of the Learning Management System (LMS)
· Manage the incoming communication from the organisation to the shared inbox to ensure all requests are dealt with in a timely and professional manner.
· Support the administration of L&D solutions including participant management, scheduling and attendance tracking.
Other responsibilities
· Any other duties as required which are deemed appropriate to the level and grade of the post.
Interviews for the role are scheduled for 18th and 19th November.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The role of the Direct Marketing Executive is a varied one. Working with different teams & suppliers, you will be supporting and delivering direct marketing campaigns online, offline and across a range of media channels. The acquisition programme is an evolving one and there is change and growth happening in a lot of interesting areas at a fast pace.
As well as running day-to-day activity on your own campaigns, the post holder will be responsible for supporting the wider acquisition team by ensuring data and supporter engagement processes are running smoothly across campaigns. Alongside this, they will ensure compliance and adherence to the most recent regulations and codes of practice is top of the agenda.
Fundraising experience is not essential for the role, but we are looking for someone with the desire and self-motivation to learn and develop, and the drive and passion to change the future for those affected by dementia. The successful candidate will be able to show this, be collaborative and enthusiastic, want to learn and develop, and be keen to get involved with the activities of the team right away.
Main duties and responsibilities of the role:
Campaign Management
· Support with planning and delivery of a wide range of supporter engagement and fundraising activities including digital marketing and face-to-face fundraising.
· Support with the creation of content copywriting for digital adverts.
· Work with others in the team to conduct mystery shopping, shadowing and call listening to measure fundraising quality and ensure compliance.
· Liaise with designers, printers, mailing houses, agencies, and fulfilment houses.
· Support the day-to-day management of fundraising agencies and suppliers, ensuring relationships are effective and productive.
· Assist in the production and delivery of motivating fundraiser training.
· Support in recommendations for change and refinement across the direct marketing programme.
Finance & Reporting
· Daily campaign tracking and reporting
· Administer the recording, reconciliation, and processing of invoices to be paid from acquisition Direct Marketing nominal codes.
Other duties
· Tracking and evaluating competitor and industry trends, collaborating with the other Direct Marketing Executive to provide recommendations to the wider team for potential improvements and testing opportunities.
· Keep up to date on the latest developments within the sector relating to best practice in fundraising.
· Proof-read direct marketing materials and collateral.
· Regularly attend, support, and contribute to meetings and events.
· Ensure compliance and adherence to the most recent regulations and codes of practice.
· Keep up to date with dementia news, research developments and the work of ARUK and consider the impact on campaigns.
· Undertake any other relevant duties and projects delegated by the Senior Direct Marketing Officer in line with the responsibilities of the post.
What we are looking for:
· Experience of using Microsoft packages; particularly Excel, Word and PowerPoint
· Proof reading
· Administrative experience.
· Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workload.
· Willingness to collaborate and work closely with other departments and external suppliers.
· Excellent attention to detail.
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the confidence to communicate with people of all levels.
· Strong team player and self-motivator.
· Strong focus on results and continuous improvement.
· Flexibility to work some unsocial hours and willingness to travel independently.
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 £23,500 per annum, plus benefits
Please download the Vacancy Pack on our website for more information.
The closing date for applications is the 10th November 2024, with interviews likely to be held week commencing the 18th November 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 being an inclusive employer and ensuring fairness and consistency in our selection process, we will handle your CV and application with the utmost confidentiality. While we strive to anonymise your CV where possible, there are certain sections, such as the application question, that cannot be fully anonymised. We kindly ask that you remove any personal information, including your name, when answering the application question. The hiring panel will not have access to your personal details, such as your name and address, until you are invited for an interview. Should you require any adjustments at either the application or interview stage, 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.
The Organisation
The Royal Parks (TRP) is a charity created in March 2017. We manage over 5,000 acres of diverse parkland, rare habitats and historic buildings and monuments in eight Royal Parks across London. These are Hyde Park, Kensington Gardens, The Green Park, St James’s Park, The Regent's Park and Primrose Hill, Greenwich Park, Richmond Park and Bushy Park.
We also manage other important public spaces including Brompton Cemetery and Victoria Tower Gardens. Our eight Royal Parks and other iconic green spaces are among the most visited attractions in the UK with 77 million visits every year.
Our Commercial Projects Team develop and support our long-term commercial income growth strategy, supporting the delivery of corporate objectives by growing commercial income generating activity. The team deliver improved value for money and the realisation of benefits from commercial contracts and tenders, as well as developing new commercial initiatives and business opportunities.
We are now looking for a Commercial Projects Officer to join us on a full-time, permanent basis.
The Benefits
- Salary of £32,666 - £39,187 per annum, depending on experience
- 26 days' annual leave plus public holidays, increasing to 29 days after 3 years’ service
- Pension scheme (3% employee contribution; up to 10% employer contribution)
- Hybrid/agile working options
- Private medical insurance and healthcare cash plan
- Employee assistance programme and access to mental health first aiders
- Learning and development opportunities
- Cycle to work scheme
- Offices in a beautiful location
This is a terrific opportunity for an enthusiastic and ambitious individual from a project delivery background to step into an engaging role with our historic organisation.
You’ll have the chance to work in the stunning Hyde Park, one of the most iconic and historically rich locations in London while directly contributing to the preservation and enhancement of some of the UK's most visited and cherished public spaces.
So, if you want to make a tangible difference while enjoying a fulfilling and rewarding career, we want to hear from you!
The Role
As our Commercial Projects Officer, you will provide administrative support to the Commercial Projects Team for commercial projects and income generation initiatives.
Acting as project administrator for commercial tenders and projects, you will attend and take minutes at meetings, produce presentations and updates, collate data and update and maintain project logs.
Within our busy Commercial Projects Team, you will undertake project planning activities, organise various work streams and complete admin to enable multiple projects to be progressed. You will support the drafting of tender and project documentation, business case development and the accurate production of a variety of reports to ensure successful project delivery.
Additionally, you will:
- Collate analytical and statistical information
- Support with day-to-day financial administration
- Undertake research and provide briefings on a range of subjects
About You
To be considered as our Commercial Projects Officer, you will need:
- A background in project delivery or support
- The ability to anticipate and adjust for issues, risks or changing requirements, keeping project delivery on track
- Exceptional planning and organising skills
- Good interpersonal skills
Other organisations may call this role Project Administrator, Project Co-ordinator, Project Assistant, PMO Assistant, PMO Administrator, Programme Administrator, or Project Assistant.
We want to put everyone in the best possible position to succeed and use Recite-me accessibility software. At the top of the application page, there is an “Accessibility Tools” button which you can use to complete the application form in a way that works for you. If you think that you may need more support to complete our application process, please do get in touch.
The Royal Parks is strongly committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. Please visit our website to find out more on our approach to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.
So, if you are interested in this unique opportunity as a Commercial Projects Officer, please apply via the button shown. Successful candidates will be appointed on merit.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
In this pivotal role, you will bring in-depth knowledge of sickle cell and work closely with the project steering group, clinical specialists, prison staff, and sickle cell patients in custody. Your aim will be to understand and address the specific needs of patients with sickle cell disorder during their time in detention.
In line with the NHS England (NHSE) 2022/23 healthcare “New Models of Care” this project aims to reduce inequities and improve timely access to high quality expert care for sickle cell patients detained by His Majesty’s Prison & Probation Services – HMPPS (London).
The key aims of the project are to:
· Identify the healthcare needs at the earliest possible opportunity on their prison journey for all sickle cell patients in custody;
· Ensure the patient voice is heard, understood and responded to by healthcare, prison staff and patient peers detained in prison, i.e. cell-mates, for timely response to patient care needs, including an understanding of issues which may exacerbate a SCD crisis and how to respond to potential crisis;
· Empower/support patients to better understand how to self-manage their healthcare needs/their condition during their prison detention;
· Increase the awareness and understanding of sickle cell conditions with health and care professionals and the wider prison estate workforce. To ensure they have the skills and knowledge to identify and/or prevent incidents or escalation of sickle cell crisis, and reduce stigma and adversity that patients may experience.
The post-holder will oversee the successful programme development and delivery to meet the aims and objectives of this pilot project.
The post holder will develop a flexible, bespoke training programme which meets the needs of key stakeholder groups whilst taking into consideration the restrictions imposed by the prison environment. This may include the offer of training virtually/online, and/or face-to-face at prison location/s.
The role will include liaising with a number of organisations commissioned by NHS England (London) to assist with patient engagement.
The post holder will also be responsible for the project budget and evaluation, including working closely with an external agency for the monitoring and evaluation of the programme over its three year duration. We have received public sector funding to enable this innovative project to pilot. Subject to a successful evaluation and securing additional funding, this role may continue.
We are seeking an individual with strong programme management, communication, networking and advocacy skills to build relationships with key stakeholders.
A job descrition and details on how to apply are available on our website.
We support and represent people affected by sickle cell disorder.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
12 Month Fixed Term Contract, Full Time
Circa £26,000 plus competitive benefits
Do you want to make a difference?
The RAF Benevolent Fund is the leading welfare charity for the RAF. Every year we make a real difference to over 40,000 people who benefit from our services. Working at the Fund is more than sitting at your desk ad in this role you will have the opportunity to be part of our RAF Family. Alongside helping our beneficiaries, we also get to hang out with Spitfires and Typhoons, take part in a Dambusters bike ride, attend events like Royal Ascot, Royal International Air Tattoo, and the Bomber Command Memorial Service. Every day you will make a difference and play your part in changing the lives of others and helping people in the RAF Family get through the toughest of times.
It doesn’t matter how long someone served or when. If they were part of the RAF, they and their family are part of our RAF Family. We will always be here to support them when they need it most.
Join the RAF Family and play your part in making a difference.
Do you want to play a part in what we do?
People are at the heart of what we do. Together we:
· Help reduce social isolation and loneliness among veterans.
· We support ill or injured men and women to have a safe place to call home, a home that meets their specific needs.
· We fund youth services on stations to provide clubs and activities for the children of serving personnel who move every few years.
· We provide grants to help with the cost of living. But this is just a few of the ways we help.
We are looking for a candidate to provide a warm welcoming reception to in person visitors to the Fund or callers, as the first point of contact. Representing the Fund’s culture and values while managing the front of house and carrying out administrative tasks to support the smooth running of day to day activities. You will work with Resources, Welfare and Fundraising teams to embed a good impression of the Fund and ensure day to day activities run smoothly. We are seeking an enthusiastic and confident communicator, who is proactive, organised and has the ability to multi-task. This is a critical role that requires a positive attitude and the right skills.
The role is based in our London HQ, five days working in the office per week. The successful candidate for this role will need to prove they have the right to work in the UK.
To apply, please click on this link and send your CV, together with a cover letter detailing why you believe you are suitable for this role, providing examples of how you meet the job profile when you apply through our recruitment portal.
The closing date for applications is Monday 4th November 2024, 5.00pm. Please note interviews will most likely take place the following week.
A copy of the Fund’s Candidate Privacy Notice can be found on our website. As an equal opportunities employer, the Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join the Fund.
The Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund is a Registered Charity (No. 1081009).
Our vision is that everyone in our RAF Family – veterans, serving personnel and their families – gets support in their hour of need.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Assistant Building Maintenance Operative
We are looking for an Assistant Building Maintenance Operative to join the team.
The organisation is an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and meet human needs in his name without discrimination.
Position: VAC0104 Assistant Building Maintenance Operative
Location: London (hybrid working considered after probation period)
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week
Salary: £25,323.47 pa plus travel to work allowance up to £3700 pa
Contract: Permanent
Benefits: Contributory Pension Scheme; Generous Travel to work Allowance 25 days annual leave plus 8 Bank Holidays per annum, Café discount.
Closing Date: 1st November 2024
About the Role
The International Business Administration Department/Facilities Management Section is looking for a full time Assistant Building Maintenance Operative/Porter to provide support to the team. This dynamic role serves the greater IHQ building and requires a significant degree of confidentiality.
The successful candidate will work within the FM team to coordinate and support various Facilities Management tasks, including, but not limited to, small maintenance tasks, conference room set-ups, desk moves and general post room duties.
About You
The ideal candidate will have:
- Strong customer service skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Good organizational and time management skills
- Previous experience in event planning or similar (preferred)
- Previous experience in a customer service or administrative role (preferred)
You must be in sympathy with the aims and objectives of the organisation.
If you feel you have the necessary experience and would like to join the team, apply today! You will be redirected to the charity’s website where you will need to complete their online application process, please note CVs will not be accepted.
Other roles you may have experience with could include Building Maintenance, Building Maintenance Officer, Building Maintenance Assistant, Building Maintenance Administrator, Events Planner, Events Planning, Customer Service Officer, Administration, Administrator.
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
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The main purpose of this role is to support the development of the champions network through the development of relationships; exceptional communication; logistical management and administration. You will also support the wider Starlight Team, especially fundraising and marketing, with health professional and family stories that can engage supporters across all media and inspire the public to donate to Starlight. You’ll take the lead on creating opportunities for visits to healthcare settings where possible and appropriate. You’ll help with the facilitation and delivery of meetings, training sessions and webinars. You will also contribute to the development of our Health Play Awards, which have rapidly become recognised as the highest accolade for play professionals in healthcare.
You will report directly to the Play Professional Development Manager.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Architecture charity, AzuKo is working to end housing poverty in Bangladesh and the UK. We’re looking for an individual who has experience in a multidisciplinary hands-on leadership role, within the charity sector.
- Role: Head of Operations (maternity cover)
- Location: Remote, UK
- Time: Part-time (2 days per week) for 6 months, with possibility of extension to 1 year
- Pay: £32,400 pro-rata
- Start date: December 2024/January 2025
ROLE OVERVIEW
The right candidate will have a strong focus on charity administration and development, financial stability, thinking creatively about opportunities for income, and be a passionate advocate for housing justice.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Ensure AzuKo’s operations and programme delivery are implemented efficiently and effectively.
- Be responsible for overall financial health and administration of AzuKo.
- Ensure AzuKo fulfils its legal, statutory, and regulatory responsibilities.
- Monitor progress towards strategic goals, plans and budgets.
- Inspire and lead an effective remote team, with a common sense of purpose, division of responsibility, transparency, and accountability.
- Work with the Development Officer to drive fundraising (trusts and foundations, and individual giving), innovating approaches towards existing and new supporters, with regular reviews of fundraising pipeline.
- Maintain accurate and transparent records, and filing systems.
- Consult with the Chair and Treasurer, providing regular updates on finance/fundraising, and progress against annual plan.
- Foster good communication internally within AzuKo, and externally.
- Contribute to AzuKo storytelling.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Demonstrable track record of operating at leadership level (CEO, or similar) within a small-medium size charity.
- Comprehensive understanding of UK charity administration, finance and regulatory responsibilities (e.g. Charity Commission).
- Experience of working strategically to source, secure and steward sustainable funding (grant income and individual giving) working within tight financial constraints.
- Knowledge of safeguarding legislation and processes, safety, and quality management.
- Comfortable with digital/remote working e.g. use of One Drive, Slack, Zoom.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (e.g. Excel) and accounting software Xero.
- Excellent written and communication skills, able to articulate complex ideas in simple language.
- Passionate about the charity sector, and AzuKo’s cause.
Desirable
- Knowledge of housing issues/poverty, international development and/or women’s rights.
- Experience of securing and managing large multi-year grants for international development.
- Experience of Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software.
WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR
An individual passionate about the work we do, and the impact we have. While you’re with AzuKo, every ounce of effort you put in will help us improve living conditions for vulnerable communities. All team members share our values.
No candidate will meet every single requirement. If your experience looks a little different, and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to hear from you.
THE IMPACT OF THIS ROLE
We’re a growing charity. The hands-on role supports AzuKo to achieve its ambitious aims and fundraising targets. Our work prioritises disadvantaged individuals, families and communities facing housing poverty. Ultimately you’ll be contributing to the positive change AzuKo seeks to make in the world.
WHY WORK WITH AZUKO
It’s an opportunity to develop your leadership skills at an innovative and empathic charity. You’ll gain an in-depth understanding of AzuKo, the charity sector, and nature of housing poverty globally.
AzuKo is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons. We value and respect all differences in people (seen and unseen).
AzuKo in not able to offer sponsorship. The successful candidate must, by the start of their employment, have the right to work in the UK.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Viewpoint is a service user charity currently covering Hertfordshire. Our aim is to enable people who use mental health and addiction services to have a voice in feeding back how well services are working and to be part of future service planning.
We are now seeking a person to support the chief executive to ensure that Viewpoint implements its agreed strategy within budget and operates as a model of best practice for user involvement and to manage and supervise staff employed by Viewpoint.
Viewpoint Operational Manager
Title: Operational Manager
Responsible to: Chief Executive
Location: Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire
Hours / salary: 22 hours / week. Full Time Equivalent Salary £35,000 p.a.
Pension: Viewpoint offers a defined contribution pension scheme. Contribution levels are based on Total Gross Salary - Employer 5%, Employee 3%. Participation in the scheme will commence after an initial 3 month waiting period.
Annual leave: 25 days per year plus 8 bank holidays. Holiday entitlement will start to accrue after a satisfactory six month probationary
period.
Other benefits: Training, Development and Supervision
Length of contract: Subject to funding
About Viewpoint
Viewpoint develops innovative ways that support people with a lived experience of mental health issues and / or addiction challenges. Across Hertfordshire we work with over 800 experts by experience and put them at the centre of everything we do. We support people to be independent, have their say on the quality of services that they experienced and influence change to those services.
Our support is flexible and needs-led and is delivered through outreach groups, one to one interaction or remotely.
Staff or members who have a lived experience of mental illness and / or addiction facilitate our programmes.
We offer educational sessions that enhance wellbeing and equip individuals with the skills and self-belief to aid their recovery journey.
Our goals
Purpose of the post:
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To support the chief executive to ensure that Viewpoint implements its agreed strategy within budget and operates as a model of best practice for user involvement.
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To manage and supervise staff employed by Viewpoint.
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To promote Viewpoint with both statutory and Voluntary Community Faith Social Enterprise (VCFSE) at a county level.
Principal Responsibilities:
Management
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To provide operational management and leadership to achieve the aims and objectives of the Viewpoint strategy.
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To ensure that appropriate policies and procedures are adhered to, developed and updated in compliance with relevant legislation.
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To attend contract reviews and provide such monitoring information as required by the service contract.
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To develop and maintain good working relationships with all relevant statutory, independent, and voluntary agencies.
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To raise and promote the work of Viewpoint across the county and all relevant bodies.
Staff
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Provide effective line management to all Viewpoint staff in accordance with agreed policies
Financial
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To participate in the preparation and production of the Viewpoint Annual Report and Business Plan.
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To ensure proper use of resources and working within agreed budgets.
Fund-raising
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To contribute to the development of fund-raising activities to ensure the continuation and development of Viewpoint.
Representation
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To negotiate appropriate user representation with service commissioners and providers.
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To support user representation on County-wide forums.
General
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To ensure relevant recording, monitoring and evaluation of project work is routinely carried out and in compliance with relevant legislation and the requirements of the service contract.
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Maintain awareness of national and local initiatives and best practice regarding user involvement.
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Undertake other duties, consistent with the level of the post, as required from time to time by the Chief Executive and Executive Committee.
Service Development and Delivery
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Maintain up-to-date knowledge of legislation, national and local policies and issues in relation to mental health and wellbeing.
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Comply with all relevant Viewpoint policies, procedures and guidelines, including those relating to Equal Opportunities, Health and Safety and Confidentiality of Information, and to be aware of any changes in these.
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Be aware of, teach others and challenge issues in relation to stigma, low expectations and anti-discriminatory practice as appropriate.
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Complete entries in the appropriate records and performance database.
Learning and Development
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Participate in mandatory training and development activities
We welcome applications from people who use or have used mental health and /or addiction services.
Closing date: Monday 18th November 2024 at 12PM
For an application pack: please telephone Viewpoint on 01707-386-136 or
e-mail info@hertsviewpoint(dot)co(dot)uk
Please note - In order to apply you must complete the application form. We do not accept CV's.
Harris Hill is thrilled to be partnering with a prestigious Independent School in the search for an enthusiastic and committed Database and Gifts Officer. If you are a CRM expert with excellent attention to detail, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!
This role will suit someone who thrives in an independent, forward-thinking educational environment and is passionate about data management, gift processing, and alumni relations. The ideal candidate will have experience working with large datasets, conducting prospect research, and ensuring compliance with data protection legislation. You should be comfortable with both the technical and interpersonal aspects of the job, from creating complex mailing lists to liaising with the finance team and external partners. Additionally, you will be committed to the school's inclusive values, supporting its vision and mission during an exciting new phase of development .
Title: Database and Gifts Officer
Hours: Part time (21 hours per week), permanent.
Salary: £22,678 - £24,052 (prorated salary) per annum plus benefits
Location: Onsite at the school which is situated in Dulwich
Closing date: Midday Monday 21st October
1st stage interviews will be held in person, week commencing Monday 28th October
More about the role:
The Database and Gifts Officer role is integral to the Development and Alumnae Relations (DAR) department, supporting the school’s fundraising and engagement efforts. The postholder will manage and maintain the alumni and donor database, ensuring the accurate entry of gifts and pledges, and collaborate with the Finance team to ensure financial data is up to date and reconciled. Additionally, the post holder will create targeted mailing lists, conduct due diligence on prospective donors, and support the identification of lost alumnae. The role also involves ensuring compliance with data protection laws and contributing to DAR events, which may occasionally occur outside regular hours .
Key Responsibilities:
- Experience of working on a database, extracting, interrogating and reporting on data.
- Knowledge and experience of Raiser’s Edge, Toucan Tech or a similar fundraising database.
- Demonstrated track record of processing gifts and donations
- Proven track record of database administration, import/export, configuration and problem resolution.
This role offers the opportunity to work in a forward-thinking educational environment, where your contributions will have a real, lasting impact. If you're detail-oriented, collaborative, and eager to use your data expertise in a school awarded London Independent School of the Year 2024, reinforcing its reputation for excellence, I’d love to hear from you.
To apply for this role and for further details, including a job description and person specification, please email Faye at Harris Hill on or call on 020 7820 7303.
As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.
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We are looking for an Events and Fundraising Assistant to transform lives through our events and supporter engagement.
Join an outstanding adoption charity and award-winning trauma recovery service provider that is passionate about making a positive difference to the lives of women, children and families from many different backgrounds.
Position: Events and Fundraising Assistant (Events and Supporter Engagement Assistant)
Location: Reading / Hybrid, with at least one day per week in office
Contract: Permanent, part time position - 22 hours per week, with flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends
Salary: Pro-rata salary of £13,728 - £15,851 per annum (full time equivalent range £23,088 - £26,658 per annum)
Closing date: 9am Tuesday 19 November 2024
Interview date: Thursday 28 November 2024
Early applications are encouraged as we may close this vacancy on an earlier basis if a successful candidate is found.
About the role:
As Events and Fundraising Assistant you will ensure that those who chose to support PACT through donations or attending our fundraising events have an exceptional experience. Some of your key responsibilities will include:
· creating and maintaining a calendar of fundraising events and attending them
· efficiently organising our events administration
· provide administrative tasks to our income generation team
· maintain accurate database records and produce reports
· research and develop fundraising opportunities
About you:
The successful Events and Fundraising Assistant will have experience of event organisation and planning. They will enjoy collaborating with others and be an excellent communicator who can plan and prioritise efficiently, whilst delivering exceptional customer service.
If this sounds like you then visit our website and apply today to join a supportive team in a rewarding role and be part of something truly meaningful.
Other roles you may have experience of could include:
Fundraising and Events Assistant, Events Assistant, Fundraising Assistant, Assistant to Events Manager, Community Events Assistant, Events Fundraising Assistant, Marketing and Events Assistant, Events Team Assistant, Marketing Assistant, etc.
Safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do at PACT. We have robust measures and best practices in place to safeguard and protect the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we take pride in maintaining outstanding safeguarding standards. Anyone joining our team is subject to PACT’s safer recruitment pre-appointment enquiries, including a Disclosure Barring Service (DBS). The role description provides information on what our safer recruitment enquiries include and the level of DBS required to work in the role. All opportunities with PACT are based in the UK.
an adoption charity and family support provider helping hundreds of families every year through outstanding adoption and adoption support services
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job Title
Business Support Manager (Maternity Cover)
Job Reports To
Assistant Director of Operations
Business Unit/ Department
Administrative/Operations
Dimensions of Role
Full time – 35 hours per week (Office based with the option of working from home on Fridays)/ Fixed Term 12-month maternity cover
Working Relationships
· With the Executive & Administrative team
· With the Chair and Board of Trustees
· With those we support, within the Rank network
Purpose Statement
The postholder will be a key member of the central administration team of the Rank Foundation.
Key Accountabilities
Secretariat support to governance committees:
- Drafting agendas, production and dissemination of papers for Committees and Board meetings to trustees
- Attendance to governance meetings, minute taking, and following up on actions
- Organising RFL annual governance schedule of meetings
- Liaising and acting as point of contact for trustees
- Arranging meetings for Execs and Trustees
- Drafting and issuing comms as needed by the Chair, Trustees and Execs
- Maintaining governance records and register of trustees’ interests up-to date
- Assisting with audit queries as and when required
- Managing the periodic review of Committees’ Terms of References
- Planning induction programme of new trustees
- Undertaking regular reviews of policies, staff handbook, trustee hanbook and ensuring currency and developing new ones as required
- Supporting with implementation of EDI strategy and the Foundation’s vision
- Occasional out of office hours meeting attendance as/ when required
HR
- Facilitating recruitment activities including posting and monitoring job ads, shortlisting of candidates, recommending list for interview and liaising with candidates
- Onboarding of resources: references, right to work checks, drafting of contracts and offer letters, planning of induction programme, sourcing of IT kit/required equipment, arranging IT induction
- Offboarding of resources: ensuring resources are removed access to SharePoint, emails and laptop wiped. Monitoring of dormant inboxes.
- Management and administration of Breathe (HR Platform)
This job description is not necessarily an exhaustive list of tasks but is intended to reflect a range of duties the post-holder will perform.
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
Knowledge Qualifications & Experience
· Previous experience in an executive support role and working with Board of Trustees
· Previous experience of minute taking
· Previous experience of HR support
· Proficiency in Microsoft packages (essential)
· Understanding of the charitable and philanthropic sector (desirable)
Skills/ Abilities
· A positive team member
· Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
· Willingness to help colleagues, ‘can-do’ approach
· Adaptable, flexible, and willing to learn/develop skills
· Ability to manage multiple tasks, work to deadlines and prioritise effectively
· Excellent communication skills by phone and email, experience of engaging with stakeholders at all levels
· Ability to organise events and ensuring arrangements are communicated to all stakeholders
· Ability to handle sensitive information and discretion
Confidentiality
· Paramount that the postholder works in a highly confidential way
If you would like to apply, please state the role you are applying for and send your CV together with a supporting statement no longer than 2 sides of A4 that clearly demonstrates how you meet the knowledge, skills, and experience requirements of the role.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Salary: £26,000 FTE (approx £18,571 pro rata)
Hours: Part time - 25 hours per week
Days and times: Preferably worked across 5 days but to be discussed
Contract: Permanent
Responsible to: Business Improvement Manager
Location: 3 Chapel Court, 126 Church Road, Hayes UB3 2LW - Age UK HHB operate a hybrid and flexible working policy on successful completion of induction
Closing Date: 12 noon on Monday 11th November 2024
Interviews: TBC
We are looking for an enthusiastic administrator to support our central Resources team.
You will need to be comfortable talking to suppliers, contractors and customers whilst also enjoying setting up systems and analysing and sharing information. We are a small team that need to work flexibly to deliver the wide remit that we support.
The role is varied, can be demanding and involves some health and safety but it is enjoyable and fulfilling. The team is supportive and committed and work both independently and collaboratively to deliver simultaneous projects.
If you have strong admin skills, good common sense combined with a problem solving approach and are ready to make a difference, please get in touch!
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.