Animal Jobs

Head of Advocacy

We have an excellent opportunity for a Head of Advocacy to join this team in this permanent, remote working role.

Position: 1690 Head of Advocacy

Location: Remote (flexibility will be required for occasional onsite attendance and for UK and international travel)

Hours: Full time, 35 hours per week, 08.30-16.30, Monday-Friday

Salary: £58,266 per annum

Contract: Permanent

Closing Date: Wednesday 31 July 2024

The Role

There are over 60 million working donkeys and mules in the world, but millions are being killed every year for the inhumane donkey skin trade, leading the African Union to announce plans for a moratorium on donkey slaughter and the development of a strategy for working animals across the continent. This huge opportunity is just one way that charity and its advocacy work can change the world for donkeys and mules, giving them the protection they need and the health and welfare they deserve.

As Head of Advocacy, you will work in partnership with the Director of Advocacy & Campaigns, the CEO and other Senior Management to deliver the organisational strategy by developing inspiring advocacy plans based on clear strategy, integrated with other departments of the organisation.

Your principal duties and responsibilities will include:

• Working with the Director of Advocacy and Campaigns to design and implement an advocacy strategy to effect lasting change for donkeys and mules in line with our organisational aims.
• Building and developing networks of key stakeholders to achieve genuine change and lasting impact on the welfare of donkeys and mules.
• Representing the organisation at key stakeholder engagements, strategic high level forums and in the media, as appropriate.
• Functionally lead advocacy through the creation of a global advocacy strategy that supports teams to deliver high quality and consistent advocacy.
• Working closely with other departments to ensure advocacy integrates with other streams of the sanctuary’s work and ensure the organisation has the support and infrastructure to deliver excellent advocacy outcomes.
• Supporting advocacy needs both in team and organisationally when responding to events that are unexpected or unplanned.
•  Overall responsibility for the work, financial budget and planning of the advocacy team and line manage posts in the department, as agreed with the Director.

About You

You will have:

• Significant experience in a strategic advocacy leadership role.
• Solid experience leading teams to develop and implement effective advocacy strategies.
• Able to engage stakeholders with good communication skills, experienced in influencing governments, intergovernmental bodies and other influential partners.
• Strong experience in identifying and developing creative and engaging advocacy plans.
• A proven track record of working internationally in a functional, cross departmental leadership position.
• Experience of integrating departmental work with other parts of an organisation and translating complex messages to a wide range of stakeholders including senior management and international colleagues.
• Experience of working with the media at a national and international level.

About the Organisation

The charity is one of the UK’s largest international animal welfare charities, currently supporting projects in over 35 countries worldwide, working for a world where donkeys and mules live free from suffering and their contribution to humanity is fully valued.

“The Sanctuary is a positive place to work with friendly staff and a wonderful charity. With amazing work throughout the world, once you join you never want to leave!”

Benefits include:

• Competitive pension
• Life assurance – 4 x annual salary
• BUPA health cover
• Sickness income protection
• 31 days holiday (including Bank holidays), rising to 34 will each full year of service
• Wellbeing team.
• Recorded Pilates and Yoga classes
• Long service awards
• Healthshield plan
• Free parking
• Subsidised restaurant and shop

The organisation is a Disability Confident Employer and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable people (children and adults) and expects all staff and volunteers to undertake this commitment. Applicants will be subject to safer recruitment processes, including an application for a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check where required for the post.

You may also have experience in areas such as Advocacy, Campaigning Head of Advocacy, Director of Advocacy, Advocacy Lead, Advocacy and Campaigns, Advocacy and Campaigning.

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation. #INDNFP

Finance Specialist

Finance for Nature-based Solutions (NbS)

Job reference: REQ000783

This is a Fixed Term Contract for 24 months.

£36,486 pa

Woking GU21 4LL / Hybrid Working

This is a UK based contract and as such, you are required to have the Right to Work in the UK. Evidence of your Right to Work will be checked prior to interview.

This is an incredible opportunity to use your significant knowledge and experience in impact investment or sustainable finance to deliver real world impact in an exciting emerging area. The scale of the challenge facing nature requires game changing programmes.

As part of our Climate Solutions Partnership with HSBC and the World Resources Institute, WWF-UK has created a Nature-based Solutions Accelerator (NbS). The Accelerator is founded on a shared ambition to help remove the barriers to widespread and large-scale adoption of nature-based solutions.

As Finance Specialist, you will collaborate with colleagues to deliver our workstream on bankable NbS, supporting specific NbS projects around the world through the Accelerator to develop their case for investment through technical assistance in defined topics. You will also be involved in mapping and tracking opportunities for finance for NbS, and convening stakeholders to inform best practice. We will look to you to create a strong external network to build the profile and credibility of the Accelerator and implement a strategic approach to partnership identification and development, including thought leadership and advice on the formation of new partnerships involving NbS.

To help drive this work to deliver benefits to society and to biodiversity, you will possess significant knowledge and experience in impact investment, sustainable finance or multilateral funding in the social or environmental space. You will have a good awareness of the NbS concept and an understanding of private investors’ interests and considerations in delivering NbS at scale. Comfortable synthesising complex information and translating it into impactful advice and communications, you will possess excellent influencing, interpersonal and communications skills. Good at building relationships, including with partners from different sectors and countries, you enjoy a collaborative working environment and are impact-orientated.

This is an exciting time to join the team as progress is accelerating, insights are emerging and new partnership opportunities are arising. Please click on the link and apply via our website by submitting a copy of your up-to-date CV and Supporting Statement to highlight what makes you a good fit for us.

Application closing date: 28/07/2024

Interviews are planned for 6th August.

WWF UK are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. As a Disability Confident Employer, we acknowledge that some candidates may require additional support to overcome barriers experienced during the application process. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team via our website.

Our policies and benefits reflect the importance of people being able to have a good work-life balance and being able to bring their ‘full self’ to work.

WWF-UK believes anyone who is involved in our work or connected to it, especially children, should be safe from harm. Our first priority will always be to safeguard anyone at risk of harm or abuse. WWF-UK operates robust recruitment practices to ensure candidates for all roles are suitable. Our process includes values-based questions during interviews and annual performance reviews, reference checks that we verify orally, criminal records checks (at the appropriate level) and pre-employment declarations. We do not tolerate any form of abuse or exploitation and act robustly to any allegations or concerns.

Our world needs you like never before. We are the first generation to know we are destroying the world and we could be the last that can do anything about it. We are looking for people who are passionate about making it politically, socially and economically unacceptable to destroy our planet’s natural resources. We need you to join us in the fight for our world.

Are you passionate about pets?

Would you like to use your fantastic fundraising experience to support elderly pet owners, giving them peace of mind when they need it most?

Recognised as one of The Sunday Times’ Best Places to Work for 2024, The Cinnamon Trust is a national charity that gives elderly people peace of mind by caring for their pets at a time when they are unable to; due to ill health, hospitalisation or death, or when going into residential accommodation.

They are now looking for a passionate and experienced Fundraising Officer to join a small but growing fundraising and events team, as they work to grow their 20,000 strong volunteer team so that they can support more people, and their beloved pets, across the UK.

In this newly created role, the Fundraising Officer will build positive relationships to secure significant income and develop new relationships with groups, business and individuals, bringing in regular and targeted income through regular donations, fundraising campaigns and events.

A passion for pets and an understanding of their needs, and the desire to help people is essential, you will be looking for your next step in your fundraising career and will have:

• Strong fundraising experience covering several areas including Individual Giving; Fundraising Appeals/Campaigns 
• Excellent knowledge of fundraising codes of practice and fundraising regulations, 
• Experience of creating fundraising campaigns and tailoring ‘asks’ to your audience
• Effective communication skills, and the ability to build effective relationships, focused on supporter engagement and the donor journey
• Attention to detail and meticulous record keeping and database management

Your love of animals will show as will your understanding of the importance pets play in people’s lives. You will be a hard worker, with demonstrable success in fundraising, keen to roll your sleeves, able to work alone and be part of a great team.

For more information, please contact Louise Portnall, Recruitment Consultant, Charisma Charity Recruitment. Your application should be submitted through the Charisma website and include your CV and supporting statement.

We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or other category protected by law.

Location: Hayle, Hybrid

Closing date: 26 July 2024.  Please note that when a suitable candidate is found the role will close early, so please apply without delay.

As a Philanthropy Executive, you will work closely with the Philanthropy Manager supporting the development of a proactive and sustainable major donor programme. Your role will involve the relationship management of a portfolio of major donors and prospects; ensuring the donors you work with are engaged with our cause, and that you are responding to their individual stewardship needs as you keep them updated with our work.

Your responsibilities will include supporting the Philanthropy Manager in making strategic decisions to grow our major donor programme: providing insight from the excellent relationships you will manage, identifying opportunities and securing significant contributions ranging from four to six figures.

You will develop and use stewardship tools to guide donors through their giving journey, including cultivation plans, proposals, and reports. You will be involved in sourcing and presenting tailored information to donors, making appropriate financial and non-financial requests. You will facilitate and attend meetings and events, both in person and online, to nurture these relationships.

Collaboration is key in this role, as you will work with colleagues and volunteers across the organisation to support our fundraising efforts.

To succeed in this role, you should have a good understanding of sector trends, best practices, and regulatory requirements. You will also need to accurately record and report on your activities and portfolio, contributing to the team's KPIs.

What are we looking for?

A very skilled communicator with the ability to write and present clearly and persuasively. You should have experience securing major donations or other high-value support, or managing influential partnerships; ideally within a similar role in either the charity or commercial sector. Building and maintaining excellent relationships with individuals and organisations at all levels is essential.

A proven track record of meeting or exceeding financial targets is desirable. You should be creative and adaptable, able to identify and maximise opportunities. Strong IT skills are important, and knowledge of Raisers Edge is a plus.

You should be able to prioritise tasks and work flexibly across organisational boundaries, thriving as part of a team. A full driving licence for UK travel is desirable but not essential.

For full role responsibilities please view the job description located within the Candidate Pack.

Our Benefits

• 28 days holiday, rising to 33 days after 5 years' service, plus Bank Holidays
• Access to UK Healthcare which includes reimbursement for dental appointments, eyecare, Health & Wellbeing screening and therapies
• Access to a 24/7 phone and video GP Service
• Life assurance
• Confidential counselling helplines
• Salary sacrifice schemes to include: Cycle to work & Buy and sell annual leave
• BenefitHub which offers lifestyle discounts and offers on everyday shopping
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Opportunities for training and personal development
• Hybrid working

How to apply

Please submit a CV and supporting statement. Your supporting statement should be no longer than one side of A4 and demonstrate how you meet the following areas of the role.

• Experience of securing major donations or other high value gifts, managing partnerships or experience of working in a similar role in the commercial sector.
• Experience of developing and sustaining great working relationships with individuals and organisations, internally and externally at all levels.
• Excellent communication skills with ability to write and present in a clear and inspiring way.

Where experience is asked for, please give one example showing what you did and what it achieved. Where we require evidence of ability, please explain either how you would approach that particular competence or give an example to support your suitability.

Alternative Applications

To provide an inclusive application process for all our opportunities, we are open to receiving alternative applications from candidates who may find it difficult to complete our online form. For example, if you would like to apply via video or audio format, please send your recorded application, ensuring you cover the supporting statement.

About Us

Our vision is a world free from MND. Our mission is to improve care and support for people with MND, their families and carers. We fund and promote research that leads to new understanding and treatments and brings us closer to a cure for MND. The Association also campaigns and raises awareness so the needs of people with MND, and everyone who cares for them, are recognised, and addressed by wider society.

We are committed to equality and value diversity. We are working hard to remove perceived and actual barriers to participation for people with and affected by MND, current and future staff, volunteers, and stakeholders.

We guarantee interviews for disabled applicants that meet the requirements of the role as part of our commitment to the Disability Confident Scheme. Reasonable adjustments can be made as required.

Important Information

Adverts may be closed before the deadline once sufficient applications are received. To avoid disappointment, please apply early.

We request that recruitment agencies do not contact us in relation to this role.

We are seeking an experienced volunteer and community engagement professional with a genuine passion for nature and climate to help deliver our new WASH project.

Norton Hall is a small, but growing charity with a vibrant team based in and working with the community of Wash wood Heath, in East Birmingham.  The WASH will be based at our Dolphin Women’s Centre in Ward End Park; a much valued, Green Flag accredited 54-acre public space with a Lake and the Wash Brook. 

Thanks to National Lottery players, Norton Hall has received a five-year grant from The National Lottery Community Fund.   

The funding will be used to engage our local community in nature and climate learning activities, connecting them with the rural environment, increasing their connection to their surroundings and encouraging them to understand what it means to them.  Shaped by volunteers, service users and partners, the WASH aims to see improvements in everyday lives, including food and growing skills, career opportunities, improved mental and physical health, and confidence building.

To succeed in this role, you will have good experience of supporting volunteers from a range of backgrounds and delivering community events, ideally within an inner city setting.  Your interpersonal and communication skills will enable you to develop excellent relationships with community, organisations, volunteers, partners and beneficiaries.

You will be a self-motivated individual, whose organisational skills will help you ensure that our volunteers have everything to fulfil their roles and to help achieve project objectives.  Ideally you will have had experience of involving volunteers and service users in decision making and ideally you will speak Urdu which is our main community language.

We will inform candidates who have been shortlisted for interview on Friday 26th July and we will be interviewing for this position on Wednesday 31st July.  In person interviews are preferred but we can accommodate online participation.  We welcome applications from people who have a disability.  We can only accept applications from people with the right to work in the UK and are unable to sponsor working visa applications.

If you would like an informal conversation about this role please contact our Chief Executive Officer Suzanne Knipe.

Please note that CVs will not be accepted, and that you will need to include a cover email with your application outlining how your experience, skills and attributes makes you an ideal candidate for the role.

Fauna & Flora is seeking a Programme Administrator to undertake a key supporting role in the delivery of the Eastern Atlantic Islands programme of work, through provision of administrative, communications and information management support.

The post would be ideal for someone with excellent administrative skills with previous experience in a similar role (including use of Microsoft Office). They will be highly organised and methodical in their approach with excellent communications skills and a working knowledge of Portuguese.

In return, the role offers the opportunity to work within a ground-breaking and entrepreneurial organisation, at the forefront of global conservation. In addition, Fauna & Flora offers a generous pension contribution, attractive annual leave allowance and life insurance.

Our offices are located in The David Attenborough Building in central Cambridge, just a few minutes’ walk from glorious historic buildings and museums, the picturesque River Cam, the central market and shopping centre, and a host of cafés and restaurants.

Please visit our website and download the job application pack below for further details on how to apply

The closing date for applications is Sunday, 28 July 2024.

This role is not eligible for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker Visa

We are looking for an Administrator to support our friendly team with day-to-day administrative tasks. Tasks will be varied and flexible depending on current need, some of which are included in the Job Description below. This position is a temporary role to cover a period of maternity leave.

The Forest of Avon Trust is the West of England’s Community Forest, an independent charity and one of a national network of England’s Community Forests. We are growing our work and impact through implementing the Forest of Avon Plan, delivering a multi-million pound tree planting programme ‘Trees for Climate’ as well as delivering many other projects in woodland management, creation, skills, health and wellbeing.

One-year fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave:
•Full-time (37.5 hours per week)

•Flexible working hours

•Office base in St Pauls, Bristol, with some homeworking optional

•Salary band £23,000 - 25,000 per annum pro rata with annual review

•Employee Pension Scheme

•Opportunity to play a key role in a friendly and successful team, supporting an exciting variety of projects.

Job Description

Working together with the Forest of Avon Trust CEO and our team you will:
•Arrange internal meetings and take minutes/list of actions for example team meetings, team training days.

•Organise quarterly board meetings, disseminate information to board members and take minutes.•Manage a team calendar of critical dates such as insurance renewals, etc.

•Assist with general finance admin e.g. preparing invoices, making payments, receipts, bank forms and relaying information between the CFO, third parties and the rest of the team.

•Scan and email documents, send out letters, support filing and organising.

•Complete stationary and other supplier orders for the team, organise and book training, etc.

•Office management. including ordering IT equipment and liasing with the landlord and building manager.

•Support CEO and fundraiser in small grants administration.

•Support our communications team with event planning and volunteer support.

•Assist with gathering information for Trees for Climate reporting to Defra, e.g., planting agreements, hectares planted, site photos and maps, proofs of expenditure.

•Fielding initial enquiries, liaising with the Tree Officers on new sites, compiling Trees for Climate landowner agreements and processing claims at the end of the planting season.

•Arranging team wellbeing and social events.

•Recruitment and onboarding of new staff.

•Opportunities to get involved with tree-planting during the winter season, and Health & Wellbeing activities where appropriate.

Essential Criteria

To be evidenced through your experience, skills, qualifications and achievements:
•Administrative experience or equivalent skills

•Good communication skills.•Good organisational skills.

•The ability to complete a varied workload in a timely and proactive manner.

•Flexible with an eagerness to learn and develop efficient systems.

•Good understanding of Microsoft Office programs, including Outlook, Word, Excel and Teams.

•Accuracy and attention to detail, keeping data, plans and information in an organised way.

•A professional manner in representing the charity and its work.

•A commitment to the Forest of Avon Trust’s goals and values.

We are pleased to be an equal opportunity employer and applications will be considered without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, veteran status or age. The Forest of Avon Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable people and expects all members of staff to share this commitment.

Please send a CV and a written statement of your experience addressing the essential criteria. Closing date: 5pm on Wednesday 7th August 2024.

Applications will be anonymised prior to shortlisting. Interviews will take place on Thursday 15th August.

Do you thrive on building relationships with donors and securing life changing charitable donations? Blue Cross seeks a passionate Senior Philanthropy Manager to lead our mid-value and major donor fundraising efforts.

More about the role

As a key member of our Philanthropy team, you'll play a pivotal role in driving high value fundraising performance and making a significant contribution to our mission of improving the lives of pets and the people who love them. 

You, and the team of fundraisers you manage, will build strong, lasting relationships with mid and major value donors (trusts and foundations and individuals), guiding them on their philanthropic journey. You’ll develop and lead a fundraising plan that cultivates a robust pipeline of prospects, creates compelling fundraising asks, and delivers engaging stewardship, all with the aim of increasing income and building long-term donor relations.

This is an exciting time to join Blue Cross as we embark on a refreshed organisation strategy, with high value fundraising playing a key part in its delivery. The team enjoys senior level support, with a commitment to the development of impactful projects and themed areas of work. This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives on maximizing new opportunities and driving forward change. 

You'll make a significant impact:

• Developing a compelling fundraising plan for mid and major value donors, contributing to the philanthropy strategy, and aligning with the charity's overall goals.
• Forging strong bonds with prospects and donors, collaborating with your team to understand their motivations and inspire impactful donations.
• Guiding and supporting the Philanthropy Relationship team, including the Philanthropy Manager responsible for major value trusts/foundations and individuals, and two Philanthropy Officers responsible for mid-value trusts or individuals.
• Overseeing donor cultivation activities, ensuring adherence to data protection regulations, and collaborating with colleagues when necessary.

Want to know more? We've attached a detailed job description that outlines the role, responsibilities, and how you can make a difference.

About you

You're a seasoned philanthropy professional with a proven track record of exceeding income targets and securing significant donations from trusts & foundations and high-net-worth individuals. Your passion for animal welfare is infectious, translating into building strong, lasting relationships with donors. As a strategic thinker, you possess a deep understanding of portfolio management, the supporter journey, and the key elements that drive successful philanthropy fundraising.

A natural communicator, you can connect with any audience, adapting your message to resonate with different stakeholders. Your collaborative and inspiring leadership style fosters a team environment where everyone thrives and celebrates shared successes.

You're a dedicated professional with integrity, thriving in a fast-paced environment with excellent time management and prioritization skills. You value teamwork and enjoy being part of a hardworking and supportive team that shares your passion for making a difference.

Knowledge, skills, and experience

• Secured five to six-figure donations through mid-value & major gift fundraising.
• Understand the requirements of trusts and foundations and can write high quality funding applications.
• Designed successful stewardship programs for mid-high value donors, boosting loyalty & donations.
• Professionally presented philanthropic opportunities to high-net-worth individuals.
• Built strong relationships with senior stakeholders (internal & external).
• Proven track record of exceeding fundraising goals.
• Line management experience.
• Excellent interpersonal skills 
• Driver's license & travel availability.
• Ability to demonstrate, understand and apply our Blue Cross values.  

A bonus if you have: 

• Experience managing a mid-value individual giving programme. 
• Experience working within an animal welfare charity.
• A fundraising qualification or evidence of CPD (Continuing Professional Development).

How to apply 

Click the apply button and complete the online application process before 23:59 on the closing date on Sunday 28 Jul 2024.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response.

Blue Cross benefits  

Our people are the most important part of delivering our purpose. If it weren’t for their amazing efforts and commitment, we wouldn’t be able to make the difference that we do today.  In return, we want to provide you with the best working environment we can. 

With a wide range of perks aimed at enhancing your life both inside and outside of work, you'll
thrive in a supportive and rewarding environment.

Our generous benefits package includes:  

• Enhanced annual leave entitlement: 30 days plus bank holidays 
• Pension scheme with enhanced employer contribution 
• Life assurance 
• Unlimited access to an employee assistance programme
• Programmes for physical and mental wellbeing support
• Free access to GP via MetLife
• Recognition scheme
• Annual volunteer days 
• Claim for professional fees
• Charity worker discounts across a variety of retailers. 

To read more about the benefits Blue Cross has to offer, please visit the 'why work for us' page on our website. 

Grants & Programmes Manager

Battersea's Global Programmes Department advances our ambitious plans to play a global role in achieving a positive impact on thousands of dogs and cats. This Department comprises two teams: Academy, which supports the professional development of staff and volunteers in rescues and rehoming organisations and Grants & Programmes, which provides strategic funding and support to organisations and researchers within the animal welfare sector. 

We are seeking a Grants & Programmes Manager to manage the delivery of a portfolio of work within the Grants & Programmes team. This is an exciting time for Battersea as we expand our work to impact more dogs and cats, and over the coming five years it is planned that the size and complexity of grant making will grow, including the establishment of several multi-year programmes in the UK and abroad. 

This is a senior grant making role within the Grants and Programmes team in the Global Programmes Unit, requiring excellent experience of relationship management, building strategic grant programmes and good grant making practice. 

The successful post-holder should be comfortable making proposals, suggesting alternative approaches and solutions, supporting the contributions of others, and advancing the collective interests of a team. They should also be comfortable working with considerable scope, and complexity and nurturing relationships with colleagues as an integral element of the role.

What we can offer you:

In return for your commitment to our cause and to recognise the value of our employees, Battersea offers a range of benefits to support the wellbeing of our employees. These include:
• 28 days of annual leave (plus 8 days paid public holidays) per year
• Discounted gym memberships and cycle to work schemes
• Employee Assistance Programme and access to Wellbeing Resources.
• Generous pension contributions – up to 10% employer contribution
• Free healthcare cash plan, where you can claim for a range of treatment including dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody and acupuncture every year.
• Annual interest-free season ticket loans

We are also committed to providing learning and development to our employees. During your time with us, we provide support for your professional and career development, including access to digital and in-person training programmes, leadership and management training, mentoring and much more.

Our hybrid working model:

We operate a 50% onsite hybrid working model, with our office-based staff splitting their time between site based and home working. This enables our office-based staff to balance the benefits of home working with onsite collaboration and maintaining a connection to our cause.

Diversity and inclusion:

At Battersea, we are committed to developing and supporting a diverse workforce and inclusive culture in all aspects of our organisation. We aim to ensure that this pledge, reinforced by our values, is embedded in our day-to-day working practices and our work together.

By hearing from and valuing different experiences, perspectives, and contributions, we know we can provide the best expert care for every dog and cat who needs us. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those from diverse ethnic communities and people with disabilities, who we know are currently underrepresented in our workforce.

As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we will ask about any adjustments you may need at application and/or interview stage, and if you are offered a role with us, we’ll talk to you about any workplace adjustments you may need to help you perform at your best. 

More about us:

At Battersea, we aim to never turn away a dog or cat in need of help. We give each one lots of love, expert care and get to know their characters and quirks so we can find them a new home that’s just right for them. Join us and help us be here for every dog and cat, wherever they are, for as long as they need us.

Closing date: 22nd July 2024 
Interview date(s): 30th – 31st July 2024 (1st round); 8th – 9th August 2024 (2nd round)

For full details, please download our recruitment pack.

To apply for the role, please click the button below. All applications must be submitted before the closing date advertised. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications is received.

We are seeking an experienced project manager with a genuine passion and knowledge about nature and climate to lead and deliver our new WASH project.

Norton Hall is a small, but growing charity with a vibrant team based in and working with the community of Wash wood Heath, in East Birmingham.  The WASH will be based at our Dolphin Women’s Centre in Ward End Park; a much valued, Green Flag accredited 54-acre public space with a Lake and the Wash Brook. 

Thanks to National Lottery players, Norton Hall has received a five-year grant from The National Lottery Community Fund.   

The funding will be used to engage our local community in nature and climate learning activities, connecting them with the rural environment, increasing their connection to their surroundings and encouraging them to understand what it means to them.  Shaped by volunteers, service users and partners, the WASH aims to see improvements in everyday lives, including food and growing skills, career opportunities, improved mental and physical health, and confidence building.

To succeed in this role, your extensive project and people management experience will ideally be rooted in environmental work and co-ordinating large-scale projects.  Your interpersonal and leadership skills will enable you to develop excellent relationships with your team, partners and wider stakeholders.

You will be a self-motivated individual, who’s organisational and time management skills will keep the WASH team on track to meet milestones and ensure the project achieves its vision and objectives.

We will inform candidates who have been shortlisted for interview on Friday 26th July and will be interviewing for this position on Tuesday 30th July.  In person interviews are preferred but we can accommodate online participation.  We welcome applications from people who have a disability.  We can only accept applications from people with the right to work in the UK and are unable to sponsor working visa applications.

If you would like an informal conversation about this role please contact our Chief Executive Officer Suzanne Knipe.

Please note that CVs will not be accepted, and that you will need to include a cover email with your application outlining how your experience, skills and attributes makes you an ideal candidate for the role.

About the role

We are looking for someone with experience in facilities and contract management, and the drive and desire to find solutions and complete projects to a high standard. You’ll need to be highly organised and self-motivated, with the ability to multi task. You must be a compelling advocate for the work of the Trust.

This role manages the Trust’s office facilities, ensuring they are safe, clean and support a positive working environment for staff and volunteers. The post holder will manage contracts, striving to secure competitive prices, support with IT alongside the Trust's IT service provider, and identify and coordinate improvements to the Trust buildings. This role also manages the Business Support Officer.

The Facilities Manager role is for a 10 month fixed-term maternity cover with the possibility of an extension. We would consider between 30-37.5 hours per week, worked across 4 or 5 days. Other options may be considered for the right candidate.

Application deadline

9am on Friday 26th July

Interviews:
In order to remain flexible with the summer holiday period, shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an interview either in person or online during the weeks beginning 5th, 12th or 19th August 2024.

How do we support you?

The Trust strives to be a positive employer supporting our staff through flexible and hybrid working, and training and development. We recognise the importance of our staff team and looking after their health and wellbeing. Our values and expected behaviours reflect the culture which the Trust seeks to maintain to ensure productive, efficient, effective and pleasant workplaces and roles.

In support of this, we offer an excellent benefits package, ranging from office perks, generous leave entitlements and financial benefits. You can find out more on our website.

For more information on the role and the application process, please download a Recruitment Pack. 

About the Trust

Herts and Middlesex Wildlife Trust is a local nature conservation charity. You will be joining the Trust in the year we celebrate our 60th anniversary. Standing up for wildlife is as important now as it has ever been and our aims are to see more land in recovery for nature and more people inspired to take action.

Our staff team is enthusiastic, friendly and committed to making a difference.

Background to the role

The Good Food Institute Europe (GFI Europe) is at the forefront of the movement to transform meat production in order to solve some of the world’s biggest problems, from climate change and global hunger, to antibiotic resistance and animal suffering.

We work with scientists, businesses and policymakers to make sustainable proteins like plant-based and cultivated meat (grown directly from cells) delicious, affordable and accessible. Please check out our 2023 Year in Review and our 2023 Europe Highlights blog post to find out more about who we are and what we do.

We are at an exciting stage in our growth and are looking for a Donor Engagement Officer to support GFI’s fundraising efforts across Europe.

How you will make a difference

The work of GFI is powered by philanthropy. Reporting to our Philanthropy Manager, you will be responsible for translating the incredible work of GFI Europe’s programmatic teams into inspiring, engaging stewardship touch-points for our donors. You will bring creativity and data-driven insights to this role. The stewardship touch-points you deliver will support the work of our whole development team and inspire donors at all levels. You will also maintain and upgrade the support of leadership giving level (€2,000-€25,000 p.a.) donors in your own portfolio.

Your work will include:

• Delivering GFI Europe’s existing stewardship strategy (e.g. a mid-year impact update, end-of-year blog, virtual events, and gift anniversary emails). 
• Enhancing GFI Europe’s stewardship strategy to maintain and improve donor retention at all gift levels, by researching and recommending creative and effective stewardship ideas (e.g. videos, digital stewardship platforms, events), suggesting improvements to existing processes, materials and resources, and implementing these changes. 
• Building strong, meaningful, long-term relationships with a portfolio of 20-30 leadership-giving level donors and prospects (individuals and some foundations) across Europe through face-to-face meetings, video and telephone calls, email and other channels, to acquire, retain and upgrade their support.
• Collating and crafting timely, understandable, concise, and interesting updates about high-impact news about GFI Europe’s work, tailored to different countries and cultures, that frontline fundraisers can share with donors and prospects to show how their support makes a difference and inspires further giving.
• Helping to provide GFI Europe’s input into global stewardship materials and events, such as the Year in Review by collecting and submitting impact stories and collaborating with global colleagues.
• Assisting other frontline fundraisers with stewardship reports, according to need and capacity.
• Ensuring accurate, timely and thorough correspondence, acknowledgement and record-keeping at all stages of the donor journey for donors in your portfolio. You will use our CRM system (Salesforce) to manage prospects and supporters, enter and track gifts, pull reports, and analyse data. 
• Performing other relevant duties as required.

Who we’re looking for

We primarily hire for skills and potential rather than experience. The core skills and attributes needed to excel in the role are:

• A passion for our philosophy and mission.
• A good understanding of the donor journey from identification through to solicitation and stewardship. 
• Comprehension & communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English, and the ability to understand a range of information (i.e. about alternative proteins, and GFI Europe’s science, policy and industry work) and translate it into compelling and persuasive messages for donors. 
• Creative thinking: The ability to develop creative, innovative strategies and materials for engaging supporters. 
• Project management: Experience in managing projects from conception to fruition. 
• Initiative: a sense of ownership and responsibility to drive outcomes.
• Excellent people skills: building strong, collaborative and positive relationships, and working well with colleagues and stakeholders across multiple cultures.

• Attention to detail: ensuring accuracy of information, for example when using a CRM database to record and track interactions with donors and prospects.
• Tech savviness: Good level of IT literacy and a willingness to learn new software packages (training in Salesforce, Asana, and Google Suite will be provided). 

• Integrity: A high degree of professionalism, confidentiality, and discretion.
• Openness to DEI principles: an affinity with our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, and with maintaining our welcoming and supportive culture.

It would be an advantage to have some or all of the following attributes, but none of them are prerequisites, and we welcome applications from candidates without any or all of them:

• A willingness to occasionally work flexibly, including occasional evenings, weekends and public holidays (for example, for donor meetings).
• Experience in video editing and/or graphic design.
• A proven track record of securing philanthropic gifts via face-to-face, digital or telephone fundraising.
• The ability to work in European languages in addition to English. German, French or Dutch would be a particular advantage.
• A willingness to occasionally travel across Europe in pursuit of philanthropic opportunities.

We want the best people and we know that building a diverse, inclusive workplace leads to stronger, happier, more productive and resilient teams. We strongly encourage people of every ethnicity, orientation, age, gender, origin, socio-economic background, and ability to apply. Because we value a diverse workplace, we prioritise an inclusive culture absent of discrimination and harassment during the application process and after you join the team

Benefits and the fine print

• Terms of employment: Full-time (38 hours/week), flexible working hours, permanent.
• Location: We can consider applicants based in Belgium, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Spain or the UK. This is a remote role, and you will be able to work from home, or we are happy to consider supporting costs for co-working to enable you to work from an office if you wish. The whole GFI Europe team aims to get together in person approximately twice per year for around 3-5 days at a time. Travel costs will be covered by GFI Europe within our travel policy.
• Salary and benefits: The salary and benefits package for all of our roles are researched and benchmarked based on similar nonprofit roles in the country/location of hire. Due to capacity, we cannot complete that research for every European country in advance, but approximate indicative ranges (total annual amounts received in gross salary plus benefits including home-working allowance) are likely to be:
  • £36.000 – 39.600  if based in the UK.
• Right to work requirements: The successful candidate must, by the start of the employment, have permission to work in the country where they are based, and to be able to travel within the EU.
• Application Deadline: 21 July 2024, 11.59pm CET. We will get back to all candidates after that date, no matter the outcome of their application. You should expect to hear back from us within about a week of the deadline.