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About SHARe KNOWSLEY:
We are a vibrant and impactful charity dedicated to supporting people seeking asylum and refugees in Knowsley, Merseyside. Our mission is: ‘to help refugees thrive not just survive’ by empowering those who have faced unimaginable hardship in providing them with the tools, resources, and opportunities to rebuild their lives with dignity and hope. Through a range of vital services, we work tirelessly to ensure that the rights of refugees and people seeking asylum are protected, they get the necessary support, their voices are heard, and that their contributions are valued in society.
We are seeking a dynamic, compassionate, and visionary CEO who possesses a strong blend of strategic leadership and operational expertise to guide SHARe Knowsley into its next phase of growth. The ideal candidate will not only inspire and motivate teams but also bring proven managerial skills to effectively oversee day-to-day operations, ensure efficiency, and drive sustainable development.
If you:
- Believe everyone has the right to live their best life.
- Are passionate about supporting refugees and people seeking asylum to rebuild their lives.
- Have the commitment, the passion, and the management and leadership skills to lead an organisation that is making a real and lasting impact to the lives of some of the most vulnerable people in society.
Then we have an exciting opportunity for you to lead SHARe Knowsley through the next phase of our development and be at the heart of an organisation that truly makes a difference to the lives of some of the most vulnerable people in our community.
As Chief Executive Officer, you will have the chance to shape the future of SHARe Knowsley, expanding our reach and enhancing the support we provide to some of the most marginalised members of society. If you are a strategic leader with good managerial skills and a commitment to social change, we would love to hear from you.
Role Overview:
Reporting directly to the Trustee Board, as CEO, you will be responsible for providing strategic leadership, managing operations, and overseeing the overall development of SHARe Knowsley’s services. You will lead fundraising efforts and oversee the charity’s budget to ensure the long-term financial sustainability of SHARe Knowsley. You will lead a passionate and dedicated team of staff and volunteers, ensuring that our programmes are effective, sustainable, and aligned with our mission. You will also play a key role in building relationships with local partners, stakeholders, and funders, as well as advocating for the rights and needs of asylum seekers and refugees, promoting a positive and inclusive organisational culture.
Person Specification:
The ideal candidate will be an experienced leader with a passion for social justice and human rights. You will have a proven track record in a management and leadership role, preferably within the charitable or not-for-profit sector. Ideally, you will have experience of working within the refugee, asylum, or social care sectors. You should be a strategic thinker with strong financial acumen, excellent communication skills, and the ability to build partnerships and influence at all levels. A compassionate and values-driven approach to leadership, with a commitment to social justice and equality.
Job Details:
- Position: Chief Executive officer
- Location: Based in Huyton, and at times, at the drop-ins located in other parts of Knowsley; with an opportunity for hybrid working
- Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours weekly)
- Annual Leave: 25 days plus Bank Holidays and gratuity days over Christmas period
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Location: Remote with regular travel
Our office is based in Downton and that’s where our monthly Executive Team meetings are held. The charity’s board meetings are typically held in London, so applicants are likely to be living in the south of England. We are a remote working charity, and colleagues in the Services Directorate are based in geographies right across the UK – our Service Director will need to be able to travel to stay connected with our work and responsive to external commitments.
About us
At Help for Heroes, we believe those who serve our country deserve support to live well after service. Every day, men and women leave their careers in the Armed Forces because they are wounded, injured or sick; their lives changed forever. We help them, and their families, to recover and live well after service.
And who are we you’re wondering? We are experts and beginners. Generalists and specialists. Ordinary people with an extraordinary passion towards making a positive change to the lives of our veterans (and having fun while doing it).
As One Team we share a philosophy – I.C.A.R.E. It’s the way we walk and talk, the way we interact with others and how we approach everything we do. We are:
Innovative – Collaborative – Authentic – Resourceful – Energetic.
About you
You’re an energetic, highly motivated and compassionate professional focussed on making a definable and durable difference to those in the Armed Forces community who are facing challenges after service. You’ll have expertise in creating, leading and managing programmes of high-quality support which delivers impact. You’ll nurture a culture of excellence, innovation and continuous improvement – and you’ll have all the skills to implement creative programmes which inspire funders and deliver in the most efficient and effective way for those we support. You’ll be a skilled communicator, adept at building collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders and advocating for the needs of our veterans and their loved ones.
About the role
We are seeking a dynamic leader to provide strategic and operational leadership for our charity, ensuring high standards of governance and, where appropriate, clinical and care excellence. The role involves increasing the impact and reach of our services through co-creation and development of our services and building strategic partnerships and relationships. As a key member of the Executive Team, you will act as an advocate on behalf of our beneficiaries; internally shaping the charity’s work, and externally working to influence others and increase our visibility.
For more details about this role, the application process and key dates please refer to attached role overview document.
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You will play an essential role in addressing individuals’ health and wellbeing needs, working with GPs and other health and social care professionals to assess patients holistically. In partnership with the individual, you will co-produce bespoke wellbeing plans that focus on mental health outcomes and health and wellbeing. A skilled communicator and advocate for the service, you will promote WellFamily Plus across the locality by collaborating with stakeholders and local agencies to strengthen community resilience and capacity. You will raise awareness of the service and positively promote co-production. You will reduce pressure on statutory services, improve health outcomes and enable a holistic and personalised approach to care, improving health and wellbeing outcomes for individuals, children, young people, and families.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Using Anonymous Recruitment
This organisation is using Anonymous Recruitment to reduce bias in the first stages of the hiring process. Our system keeps your personal information hidden until the recruiter contacts you.
Age UK Lambeth’s vision is to work closely with residents, closely to where they live, remain relevant and to respond locally to rising needs. We want to ensure that we are easy to access, working with local communities and providing the best support we can. In order to ensure we do this we have developed three multi-disciplinary teams within Lambeth (North, South and Central). Each Neighbourhood Team will work together to support local residents, directly receive referrals from their neighbourhood and respond to the needs of their local community.
The role of the Neighbourhood Engagement Adviser will be to support the Neighbourhood Teams by delivering an advice outreach programme that will achieve extensive reach to seldom heard, non-engaging residents, providing introductory information, advice and guidance, and connecting residents to specialist advice-based support.
What you’ll be doing?
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Deliver an outreach programme by attending community events, visiting local groups and organisations and meeting and engaging with Lambeth residents.
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Making contact with local groups, organisations and residents and ensuring regular attendance at local events, either in-person or attending virtual meetings/ conferences.
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Provide information, advice and support around a variety of issues and needs such as money, housing, employment and statutory support. Be able to identify when a client needs to be signposted or referred to another service for more specialist support.
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At events support individuals with practical tasks such as completing benefit calculations, reviewing completed forms and completing simple form filling.
What you’ll benefit from
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Flexibility - this is a hybrid role with lots of community engagement and the chance to manage your own working day
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Generous pension provision - 7% employer contribution
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26 days holiday a year rising to 31 days after 5 years
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A great staff team
Using Quick apply please upload your CV, a brief cover letter and answer the 4 questions (in no more than 250 words per question).
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Using Anonymous Recruitment
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As an IDVA, you will be able to effectively work with men experiencing domestic abuse, and supporting them to increase their safety and reduce harm. You will be providing high-quality, front-line service to prioritise risk, primarily focusing on males aged 18+.
You will initiate, develop, maintain and monitor multi-agency links through attending meetings such as MARAC and DA (Domestic Abuse) Forums to keep safety central to all services for men suffering/have suffered domestic abuse. You will specialise and be a leading practitioner for Male victims of domestic abuse; providing advice, guidance and single point of contact for male victims. Be willing to co-facilitate workshops across the service to ensure all clients are given the relevant advice in a timely manner.
You will be confident in your DVPO, DAPO, Occupational, restraining and Non-Molestation order knowledge. Be competent in completing the following forms- DASH (Domestic abuse, Stalking and ‘honour’ based abuse), UPOA (Understanding Picture of abuse), UPOAP (Understanding Picture of a Perpetrator) and safety plans.
Focus on and prioritise high, medium and low risk cases and provide a pro-active, short to medium term crisis intervention service, through individual safety planning, advocacy, emotional and practical support. Work with victims of domestic abuse to assist them in accessing services to keep them and their children safe.
Understand the legal framework relating to the protection of children and vulnerable adults, including the policy and procedures of the Local Safeguarding Children’s Board. Providing advocacy, emotional and practical support and information to victims including exploration of legal and civil options, housing, health and finance.
Support clients through the family and/or criminal justice system.
Maintain accurate and confidential case management records and contribute to monitoring information for the service including producing statistics, as required.
Comply with data protection legislation, confidentiality and information sharing policy and procedures, as well as all legislation connected to your work. Remain up-to-date and comply with organisational procedures, policies and professional codes of conduct - uphold standards of best practice.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About Us
Advocacy Support Cymru (ASC) is a registered charity with offices in Cardiff and Swansea. We provide Independent Mental Health and Mental Capacity Advocacy Services across most of South Wales, employing 44 employees.
About the role
The post holder will provide support to clients who lack capacity and implement the safeguards of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards. They will provide non-instructed advocacy (NIA) support to people who lack capacity to make specific decisions as a paid Relevant Persons Representative. The successful candidate will travel efficiently and effectively within the Advocacy Support Cymru area of operation.
This role will operate within the Swansea Local Authority area.
About you
You will have significant experience working with vulnerable adults and/or children, either within health or social care setting, or indirectly, for example as a carer. You will understand and have experience of working effectively in an intra-agency context with Health and Social Care Professionals. Knowledge of the the Mental Capacity Act 2005 is essential.
Previous direct experience in the role would be preferred but training will be provided.
Essential Information
The salary band for the role is £24,725 to £29,202, based on a 37 hour week.
This post is for 37 hours a week and is based in our Swansea office.
All successful candidates will require an enhanced DBS check.
Closing Date: 5pm, 15 November 2024.
Only successful candidates will be contacted for interview. Interviews will be conducted in English.
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Our Values
Migrant Democracy Project (MDP) envisions a society where all migrants at home in the UK hold collective, political power to shape a society rooted in justice, freedom, and solidarity.
We are looking for a full-time Community Organiser to organise first-generation migrants in the UK towards migrant justice by supporting community members to organise events and participate in campaign activities. The work will connect across 3 streams: voter registration; advocacy & campaigns; and political empowerment.
Whether it’s engaging migrants at a voter registration stall, supporting migrant leaders to develop activities in their own communities, or sharing stories for the campaign for votes for all - the lived experience of first generation migrants is at the heart of all our activities.
We are looking for a proactive Community Organiser who is passionate about migrants’ rights and democracy to start working as soon as possible.
Who funds the role?
The role is funded by a grant from the Esmee Fairbairn Foundation.
Contract
This is a fixed term contract, 2 years (with the possibility of extension depending on future grants). Benefits include:
- Annual salary £32,000 pro rata, with an immediate start
- 3% employer pension contribution
- Training and professional development support, such as organiser training
- Company phone
- Flexible working hours
- Time off in lieu for work outside working hours such as evening or weekend community events
Location
Migrant Democracy Project does not have a physical office, although the team does meet in person on regular co-working days. The Community Organiser will work flexibly from home on administrative tasks and be expected to work in-person when necessary to deliver voter registration, training, informative, advocacy and campaign activities, as well as representing MDP at relevant community events.
This role will suit someone based in Greater London.
Responsibilities
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Register migrant communities to vote.
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Engage migrant communities in key locations in the UK towards the Our Home Our Vote campaign.
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Plan and deliver outreach events with first-generation migrant communities where there is scope for building power in their local areas.
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Connect community leaders with their elected representatives on the Our Home Our Vote campaign.
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Train and empower migrant communities on UK politics and how to best achieve their campaign aims.
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Identify new local and national migrants’ rights groups that can support MDP’s campaigns and keep MDP’s contact database up to date.
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Organise the logistics behind Parliament tours where migrants without the right to vote visit their MPs to ask for their right to vote.
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Share physical and digital materials on democratic rights and participation at relevant community events.
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Assist MDP’s Digital Organiser in collecting digital material from community events, which can be shared on MDP’s platforms.
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Keep track of community engagement and assist with report writing for our projects’ evaluation.
Qualifications
We are looking for a proactive and confident Community Organiser with the following essential skills:
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Demonstrable experience working with local communities at the grassroots level on campaigns.
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Strong commitment to social justice, anti-racism, feminism and LGBTQIA+ equality.
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Event administration skills, including booking venues, inviting speakers and communicating event programmes, as well as dealing with last-minute event changes.
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Good people skills and ability to manage the needs, priorities and differences of a diverse range of communities.
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Knowledge of and interest in the UK political system, in particular of voter eligibility.
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Problem-solver who is able to work both independently and collaboratively in a startup environment.
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
The following experiences would be helpful, although not necessary:
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Knowledge of languages other than English.
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Experience working with migrant communities in the UK.
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Experience working in the UK political space, such as voter registration drives or campaign support.
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Experience facilitating training sessions.
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Experience using design tools (e.g. Canva), editing websites (e.g. Squarespace) and digital organising tools (e.g. Action Network).
Application submission format
Apply using the linked application form.
MDP is dedicated to the kind of diversity and inclusion that makes our organisation thrive. We highly encourage people to apply who identify as women, trans or nonbinary; LGBTQIA+; Black or BIPOC; migrants and refugees; and disabled.
Decision-making timeline
We are looking for a Community Organiser to start as soon as possible. The applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an initial online interview. If successful, the final stage will involve an in person interview in central London. Final stage interviews are likely to take place in early January. There will be a practical assessment part of the final interview process, sent by email in good time.
Further information
Please note, MDP cannot offer visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
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We are organising and building power amongst migrants at home in the UK to shape a society rooted in justice, reflecting our needs and interests.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
We are recruiting 2 roles, 1 will be based at the Royal London Hospital and 1 will be based at the Homerton Hospital.
As a Carers Hospital Support Co-Ordinator, you will play a pivotal role in identifying and supporting carers who’s relative, friend or neighbour is in hospital or receiving treatment at either the Royal London Hospital or the Homerton Hospital. You will be responsible for coordinating vital services, offering guidance, and creating a supportive environment to help carers cope with the challenges they may face whilst their cared-for is in hospital.
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Identification and Support: Proactively identify carers of patients admitted to, either the Royal London Hospital in Whitechapel or the Homerton Hospital in Hackney, and provide them with tailored support, ensuring their well-being is prioritised.
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Information and Guidance: Offer information about available hospital resources, support services, and community networks to assist carers effectively.
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Communication Liaison: Facilitate communication between clinical staff and carers, ensuring they are kept informed about the patient's condition, treatment plan, and discharge process.
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Emotional Support: Provide compassionate emotional support to carers, listening to their concerns and offering a caring presence during difficult times.
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Training and Education: Organise workshops and peer support groups to equip carers with essential skills for their caregiving role.
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Advocacy: Advocate for carers' needs and rights within the hospital setting, ensuring their voices are heard and respected.
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Post: ‘Honour’-Based Abuse & Harmful Practices Specialist Worker (Women Only)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday 9am- 5pm
Salary: £25,500 per annum, (full-time, permanent, subjected to funding)
Reporting to: Direct Intervention Service Manager
Location: Liverpool head office & work where required, including travelling
Are you passionate about making a difference and ready to take on a new challenge? Join our Direct Intervention team. We are a very supportive, highly skilled, and effective team, who work at pace without compromising on quality or attention to detail.
Job summary
- To work with individuals/families referred to Savera UK Direct Intervention Service, as a result of ‘honour’-based abuse and harmful practices. Being responsible for client safeguarding and providing advocacy and emotional intervention.
- To share responsibility with other team members in providing and delivering wellbeing/welfare programme and activities to Savera UK clients and toward their new beginning, empowerment, self-help and independence.
- Contribute to, and participate in the wider Savera UK team, organisation’s activities and development.
How to apply
Full Job Description and Person Specification can be found on our website.
Savera UK will consider applications from candidates who have comparable qualifications and experience for the role advertised. Please send a CV and covering letter, outlining your suitability for the post, and complete the equal opportunities monitoring form.
Applications that don’t include a covering letter, as specified, will be automatically rejected.
Following receiving your CV and cover letter, Savera UK may ask you to complete a further application form, to help us gather further information. Ensure your cover letter clearly relates to the essential specification required for the role, alongside any other details relevant to the job description.
Closing date for applications: Thursday 12th December 2024 at 12pm
The recruitment process will be in two stages. If you are shortlisted, Savera UK will be in contact to arrange an informal 20-minute chat about the role and your interest in it. Savera UK will then invite candidates who progress to the second stage to an in-person interview, which will comprise competency questions and a task on which they will be asked to present back to the interview panel. Candidates will be provided with information for the task, which will be sent to you ahead of the interview.
In-person interviews are expected to take place in the w/c 16th December 2024. Please inform Savera UK, when you apply, if there are any dates during that time that you cannot attend.
All applications will be treated in strictest confidence.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £25,500.00 per year
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Who We’re Looking For and why join us
At Refugee Legal Support (RLS), we seek a visionary and compassionate leader to become our first Executive Director. This pivotal role offers the opportunity to shape the future of a values-driven legal organisation that stands in solidarity with people on the move.
With our current strategy concluding in 2025, we’re looking for a leader who can build on our strong foundations and guide the development of our next strategic plan, ensuring organisational cohesion at every step of this journey. You will bring strategic vision, expertise, and a collaborative approach to drive RLS’s future direction, strengthen anti-racist practices and accountability whilst empowering teams across Greece, the UK, and Northern France.
This role uniquely combines strategic oversight with hands-on work, bridging urgent client needs with long-term systemic change. For a leader passionate about migrant justice and equity, this is a career-defining opportunity to sustain and grow RLS’s mission while shaping its future.
Role Overview:
The Executive Director is a new role for RLS. The successful candidate will lead RLS through its next phase of development, providing strategic leadership, promoting organisational cohesion and accountability whilst driving the fulfilment of our mission. As a representative and advocate for RLS, the Executive Director will oversee key areas such as organisational development, strategic planning, fundraising, robust financial planning, risk management, staff well-being, and external relations.
Core Responsibilities:
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Organisational Development
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Review and enhance RLS’s organisational structure and cohesiveness across offices and teams.
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Implement strategic outcomes to ensure efficient and aligned operations.
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Strategic Planning
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Lead on developing and delivering strategic plans in alignment with RLS’s values and mission, incorporating regular reviews.
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Ensure the sustainability of RLS’s mission and core programmes.
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Lead the Management Team
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Guide and support the Management Team, fostering effective collaboration.
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Promote project integration, efficient delivery, and cross-team development.
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Embed and promote robust accountability.
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Governance
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Work with and leverage the knowledge of the RLS’s Board of Trustees and thematic sub-committees to drive positive change and ensure sustainability.
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Work with the chair of trustees and relevant subcommittees to maintain, review and improve existing governance structures and delegation schemes to enhance efficiency.
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Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management
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Ensure RLS’s compliance with relevant regulations and effective risk management across operations in collaboration with managers. This includes SQM, OISC, LAA, employment law and regulations in foreign jurisdictions.
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HR Oversight & Staff Development
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Oversee HR functions, promote professional growth, and prioritise staff well-being.
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Foster an inclusive and supportive working environment.
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Fundraising & Financial Oversight
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Deliver robust financial planning and drive RLS’s fundraising efforts in collaboration with management team and trustees.
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Engage with key funders and develop sustainable funding strategies.
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External Representation & Advocacy
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Serve as the public face of RLS, advocating for our mission through media, events, and partnerships. Where considered appropriate, the Executive Director will be deputised by members of staff or management in external communications.
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Act as a key contact for the Board of Trustees, promoting transparent communication between staff, management and board.
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Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL)
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Own, review and implement appropriate MEL frameworks and practices.
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Implement progressive and compassionate accountability structures to ensure transparency across the organisation.
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Person Specification
Essential:
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Proven leadership in an organisation focused on human rights, migration, or a related sector.
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Strong strategic planning and organisational development experience, ideally in a fast-growing setting.
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Experience of fundraising and financial management within the third sector.
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Experience leading remote, diverse teams and implementing inclusive HR practices.
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Deep understanding of the immigration and asylum landscape in the UK and Europe.
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Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to represent RLS effectively to partners and the public.
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Be responsive
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Culturally sensitive
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Have a strong commitment to advancing migrant justice.
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A dynamic and innovative self-starter.
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Be highly organised.
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Be an active listener and a progressive leader.
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Be objective and apply good judgement in difficult situations.
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Fluent in English.
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The successful candidate will be required to obtain an enhanced DBS certificate (we cover the cost). However, a criminal record is not necessarily a barrier to recruitment but should be disclosed on application;
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Have the right to work in the UK.
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Deep understanding and/or experience of working in an international context.
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A qualified practising or non-practising lawyer in the area of immigration and/ or human rights.
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Lived experience related to migration, or legal knowledge in immigration and asylum.
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Language skills relevant to our areas of operation, particularly Greek or French.
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Experience and understanding of pro bono legal projects.
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Experience in public speaking, media engagement, or international advocacy.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Director of Business Development & Promotion
Salary Band: £46,000 - £52,000 (Full Time Equivalent) per annum
Hours: 30 hours per week
Location: ONSIDE’s Head Office, Worcester
Closing date: Sunday 24th November 2024
Are you looking for a role that can make a difference?
About the role
Join Onside and discover the role as a Director of Business Development & Promotion in the charity sector. This role is key in being part of a wider team who are passionate about supporting and making a difference to vulnerable and disadvantaged people.
The role will be within ONSIDE’s Executive Team and will be responsible for developing and implementing the organisation’s business development strategy in partnership with key internal and external stakeholders.
A Director of Business Development & Promotion will be working with a range of partners from business, statutory agencies, voluntary sector and local communities to capitalise and build on the skills, experience and expertise within the organisation to develop and create new income streams. And will oversee the organisation’s marketing and communications functions, ensuring alignment with overall business development strategies and initiatives.
ONSIDE’s Benefits
- 26 days annual holiday + Bank Holidays
- Pension Scheme
- Company Sick Pay Scheme (after qualifying service)
- Additional Maternity & Paternity Pay (after qualifying service)
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
- Access to premium Calm App
- Employee Engagement Forum to ensure our employee’s voices are heard!
- Your ‘Birthday Day’ Off
- Supportive working environment & good work/life balance culture
- Support with continuous professional development
Who are we looking for?
We are looking for someone who will take a creative and collaborative approach to identifying opportunities for growth and looking to innovate, extend and enhance the reach and impact of ONSIDE’s services and support options. With a strong knowledge and experience of strong financial acumen including development and implementation of income generation and social enterprise strategies.
The ideal Director of Business Development & Promotion will also have excellent networking and relationship building skills, to have the ability to inspire and engage partners. Along with comprehensive knowledge and practical experience with various marketing platforms and channels.
If you’re looking for a job that you can be proud of, apply now. More people need our help than ever before. Because of that, we are growing faster than ever before. The role of Director of Business Development & Promotion is a real career opportunity to discover!
Someone like you?
If you embrace difference and champion diversity.
If you are creative in your approach, can think around problems and find new ways to solve them.
If you’re looking for a job that you can be proud of and be passionate about. Please submit your application.
These values run through our entire organisation. ONSIDE is a creative, collaborative community where people feel free to share new ideas or ask for support. If something’s not right, we don’t just change it. We change ourselves too.
Who are ONSIDE?
ONSIDE is a charity working across Worcestershire and Herefordshire, established in 1993 stemming from a belief that everyone has the right to be a valued human being and to be treated in a just and fair way.
In support of this belief, we provide a range of support services across advocacy, wellbeing and mental health for adults, children and young people who may be vulnerable, disadvantaged or discriminated against. This includes mental and physical ill health, sensory impairment, learning disability, drug and alcohol misuse, older people, and carers. ONSIDE is funded through a range of sources to maintain its independence and ensure that the support it provides reflects the views and perspective of the people it wishes to help.
Our amazing team of skilled staff and volunteers make a difference to the lives of over 11,000 people a year!
More people need our help than ever before. Because of that, we are growing faster than ever before. The role of Director of Business Development & Promotion is a real career opportunity to support vulnerable and disadvantaged people in your community!
ONSIDE reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy before the closing date.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Executive Assistant
Salary Band: £25,000 - £30,000 (Full Time Equivalent) per annum
Hours: 30 hours per week
Location: ONSIDE’s Head Office, Worcester
Closing date: Sunday 24th November 2024
Are you looking for a role that can make a difference?
About the role
Join ONSIDE and discover the role as an Executive Assistant in the charity sector. This role is key as it will be supporting our Chief Executive with executive administration, project coordination and by providing wider support to our Directors, Senior Management Team and Trustees.
An Executive Assistant will be the primary contact for internal and external communications with the Chief Executive and our Trustees and will be vital in providing crucial professional support to the Senior Management Team with their operational and strategic objectives.
This role will be part of a wider team who are passionate about supporting and making a difference to vulnerable and disadvantaged people.
ONSIDE’s Benefits
- 26 days annual holiday + Bank Holidays
- Pension Scheme
- Company Sick Pay Scheme (after qualifying service)
- Additional Maternity & Paternity Pay (after qualifying service)
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
- Access to premium Calm App
- Employee Engagement Forum to ensure our employee’s voices are heard!
- Your ‘Birthday Day’ Off
- Supportive working environment & good work/life balance culture
- Support with continuous professional development
Who are we looking for?
We are looking for someone who can quickly ascertain what tasks need to be done to progress with the work. Someone who has the confidence to think on their feet and work autonomously and will use their own initiatives in a fast-paced dynamic environment.
The ideal Executive Assistant has knowledge and experience of working at a senior executive level and has supported Senior Management Teams. They will need to have the ability to build strong relationships with people at all levels internally and externally to the charity. We are looking for someone who can prioritise and work autonomously.
You will be intuitive, highly organised and will take a proactive approach identifying areas of improvement. You will have the ability to be resourceful and have advanced skills in project management and Microsoft Office.
If you’re looking for a job that you can be proud of, apply now. More people need our help than ever before. Because of that, we are growing faster than ever before. The role of Executive Assistant is a real career opportunity to discover!
Someone like you?
If you embrace difference and champion diversity.
If you are creative in your approach, can think around problems and find new ways to solve them.
If you’re looking for a job that you can be proud of and be passionate about. Please submit your application.
These values run through our entire organisation. ONSIDE is a creative, collaborative community where people feel free to share new ideas or ask for support. If something’s not right, we don’t just change it. We change ourselves too.
Who are ONSIDE?
ONSIDE is a charity working across Worcestershire and Herefordshire, established in 1993 stemming from a belief that everyone has the right to be a valued human being and to be treated in a just and fair way.
In support of this belief, we provide a range of support services across advocacy, wellbeing and mental health for adults, children and young people who may be vulnerable, disadvantaged or discriminated against. This includes mental and physical ill health, sensory impairment, learning disability, drug and alcohol misuse, older people, and carers. ONSIDE is funded through a range of sources to maintain its independence and ensure that the support it provides reflects the views and perspective of the people it wishes to help.
Our amazing team of skilled staff and volunteers make a difference to the lives of over 11,000 people a year!
More people need our help than ever before. Because of that, we are growing faster than ever before. The role of Executive Assistant is a real career opportunity to support vulnerable and disadvantaged people in your community!
ONSIDE reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy before the closing date.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Do you want to work with a leading advocacy charity organisation supporting those in need?
Do you have experience of working or volunteering in welfare, support or health and social care and are looking for a new challenge?
Are you keen to make a difference to people who want to be heard?
Then come and join us here at VoiceAbility.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Community Development Officer to join our team covering Essex. Your role will require you to travel to locations such as hospitals and care homes across the area to meet with clients and professionals and be home based for administration; therefore, a suitable home internet connection is essential.
About us
VoiceAbility is an independent charity and one of the UK’s largest providers of advocacy and involvement services. We deliver a wide range of service contracts funded by local authorities, health trusts and other voluntary and private sector organisations.
We’ve been supporting people to have their say in decisions about their health, care, and wellbeing for over 40 years. We make sure people are heard when it matters most. For more information on what Advocacy is and the services offered then please visit our website.
About you
Desirably you will have some experience of working with vulnerable people, providing welfare, supporting, or caring for adults or young people who have support needs.
Additionally you may have experience of representing an organisation in the community.
You should have creative approach to problem-solving and finding solutions to issues that arise. It is essential you can build strong relationships and work effectively with a broad range of people.
How will you make a difference?
You will be responsible delivering a community focused project offering support to individuals and groups across the region.
You will facilitate engagement and collaboration and implement initiatives that foster sustainable development and improve the overall quality of life in the community.
Professional Development?
You will have plenty of opportunities to enhance your professional abilities and you will make a real difference every day.
Benefits:
· 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
· 5% employer pension & 3% employee contribution
· Salary sacrifice pension scheme
· Separate Life Assurance Cover
· Staff discount scheme including retail discounts, entertainment, holidays etc
· Discounted Gym Membership; Employee Assistance programme
· Supportive working environment fostering a good work/life balance
· Support with continuous professional development
Equality and Diversity
VoiceAbility believes in fostering an inclusive workplace which welcomes, values and celebrates the diversity of its staff and partners, treats all on a basis of equality and encourages all to meet their maximum potential.
VoiceAbility are a Disability Confident employer, any applicant that identifies themselves as having a disability and can demonstrate that they meet all the essential criteria for the role will be offered an interview. If you need to apply in a different way, please contact Human Resources for further options.
How to apply
To apply for this role please sign up for a recruitment account by clicking the apply button on this page. Follow the instructions to create your account, upload your CV, and complete our short application form.
Important Dates:
Closing date for applications: 5pm on 2nd December 2024
Don’t forget to read the person specification so you can tell us about yourself and how your skills, abilities and experiences match the criteria outlined in the person specification.
We look forward to hearing from you.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Home based working in the UK, preferably London/near London (part-time access to office spaces available nationwide, flexible working policy)
About us
We are a collaborative, UK based network bringing our 30 years of experience working on the HIV response to the broader global health space. We contribute to a global movement of actors seeking to challenge the systemic causes of health inequity to end AIDS and ensure all people can realise their right to health and wellbeing. We give decision-makers the proof – and the push – they need to make informed and just decisions to help improve the lives of the millions of people around the world needing access to treatment, prevention, care and support services for HIV and other health conditions.
About the role
The Senior Campaigns and Communications Advisor works to amplify STOPAIDS’ impact and reputation across our key advocacy areas through public campaigns and mobilisation, youth engagement and communications, including social media, our website and branding resources.
This role works with the Advocacy Team to plan, co-ordinate and implement campaign activities for STOPAIDS, including the engagement of youth champions and youth networks, and to coordinate and implement our external communications strategy, ensuring high-quality external online content, including social media and website management.
Benefits
We offer several benefits including:
- A 28-hour (rather than 35-hour) working week policy with no salary reductions. Staff can work reduced hours over 5 days or a 4-day week.
- Home-based working policy with monthly access to office spaces including a home working grant and monthly bill contributions.
- Flexible working, including non-standard working hours.
- A group stakeholder pension scheme with 6% employer contributions.
- An individual learning and development budget allocated to staff members each year.
- 20 days’ annual leave per year (excluding bank holidays), plus 1 day for every year of service, for up to 4 years.
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay for employees with 1 years’ service or more.
For more information, please download the job description below.
To apply, please download and complete our application form below. CVs will not be accepted.
We reserve the right to close the advert early, should sufficient applications be received.
People living with or affected by HIV, from Black, Asian or minority ethnic (BAME) backgrounds or from other minoritized groups are particularly encouraged to apply.
STOPAIDS is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive positive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, sex characteristics, HIV status, national origin, genetics, disability, or age.
We are open to considering applications for a part-time role that would require a job share.
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We are recruiting for a Deputy Service Manager to join our team in Hertfordshire; the scope on this job involves….
Job Title: Deputy Service Manager
Location: Hertfordshire
Salary: £37,635 per annum
Contract type: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: 37.5
We want kind and empathic people to work at Refuge, who believe in equality, diversity, and inclusion, are experts in their area of knowledge, want to make a positive difference and improve the lives of the women and children we support.
This is an opportunity to join Refuge as Deputy Service Manager to ensure the smooth running of a high-quality service to support survivors of gender-based violence, where there is a specific housing advocacy need. This will include managing a team of 3.5 Housing Advocates to ensure effective advocacy is provided to survivors and their children.
As part of this role, you will be required to participate in an out-of-hours on call rota.
Candidates must be able to drive and have access to a car during working hours.
This post is restricted to women due to the nature of the role. The Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies.
Closing date: 9am on 2 December 2024
Interview date: 9 December 2024
Benefits
Refuge offers a variety of exciting opportunities to learn, develop and grow in your career. We recognise the value everyone brings to the organisation to achieve our aims and are dedicated to developing and rewarding our staff. More details of our benefits can be found in Job Information Pack.
