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About us

Our purpose is simple: to save lives at sea.

Our staff and volunteers have been saving lives at sea without prejudice for nearly 200 years. We respect and value diversity of background, skills and perspectives within our teams, and consider it essential to help us deliver a world-class lifesaving service. We are an inclusive organisation and welcome applications from everyone.

We’re looking for a social media professional with strong customer service skills to support our goal to make every supporter feel valued and loved by the RNLI, as well as helping to achieve ambitious fundraising targets, protect the RNLI’s reputation, and deliver lifesaving safety messages to the public as we build up to celebrating our 200th birthday in 2024.

We are a 24/7 emergency service. You will be required to take part in an online community management rota, which includes some evenings and weekends (with time off in lieu during the week).

Some of the benefits

• 26 days holiday plus bank holidays
• ·Outstanding pension scheme (employer contributions of up to 16%)
• Life assurance
• Health and dental cash plan option

Your role

As a Social Media Executive, your focus will be to…

• Deliver first class customer service to supporters, volunteers and members of the public who engage with the RNLI on social media
• Create, curate and schedule engaging content for our social media channels
• Be alert and responsive to the news agenda, keeping abreast of issues affecting the RNLI and identifying PR opportunities and trends on social media that we can engage with
• Provide support during crisis and major issues response

About you

You’ll be experienced and comfortable communicating with the public and customers/supporters via social media, ideally in the charity sector or similar large organisation.

You will be able to demonstrate the skill required to nurture an online community, and provide an excellent customer/supporter experience.

To be considered for the Social Media Executive role you will have:

• A proven record in customer service and community management via social
• Experience using social media in a professional setting
• Experience creating basic content for social media
• Creative ideas that you can translate into engaging content
• The ability to communicate well with other teams and stakeholders

For more information and to apply, please go to our recruitment page.

Closing date: 10 November 2024.

The RNLI is committed to safeguarding; protecting a person’s health, wellbeing, and human rights, enabling them to live free from harm, abuse, and neglect. We expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment and have a zero-tolerance approach. The suitability of all prospective employees and volunteers will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment. This will include relevant criminal record checks being carried out dependent on the eligibility of the role. (England & Wales; DBS check, Scotland; Disclosure Scotland PVG, Northern Ireland; Access NI, Republic of Ireland; Garda Vetting; International, International Child Protection Certificate process).

BookTrust is the UK’s largest children’s reading charity. We know that children who read are happier, healthier, more empathetic, and more creative. They also do better at school.

Working with every local authority and across every region in the country, and supported by Arts Council funding, we reach over 1.3 million children and families a year via partners in schools, children’s centres, health visitors and libraries. This incredible network helps us to get children reading across the country.

An exciting new role within the Marketing team at BookTrust, the Brand Marketing Executive will implement marketing strategies for BookTrust's established traded programmes, provide functions such as fundraising with marketing support and help the marketing team keep on track of all design projects.

This is an ideal role for an established Marketing Executive who is ready to work on national marketing and fundraising campaigns, manage marketing creative for a number of different audiences and support internal terms with marketing solutions.

The ideal candidate will have excellent project management skills, a keen eye for proof reading and attention to detail, able to build relationships across cross-department project teams, be an innovative problem solver and be passionate about brand.

To apply please complete the application along with a copy of your CV and covering letter showing how you meet the person specification and your motivations for applying for the role. Your covering letter should not be longer than two sides.

PLEASE NOTE: Applying as soon as possible is advised, as the vacancy may close early, due to the high volume of applicants.

Want to join us? Find out more about who we are by visiting our website. 

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusivity

We aim to provide an inclusive recruitment process and actively welcome applications from diverse talent pools: minority ethnic candidates, candidates with disabilities and long-term conditions and candidates from underrepresented communities.

We are committed to equality of opportunity and want to ensure we have an accessible application process for all candidates. If you need any reasonable adjustments or would like us to do anything differently during the application process, please contact our HR team (contact details can be found on our website) to discuss your requirements further.

BookTrust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The recruitment and selection process reflect our commitment to safeguarding therefore, the suitability of all prospective employees will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment, and pre-employment checks.

Department: Analysis & Insight
Contract type: Permanent
Salary: £27,200 - £32,000
Location: Home Based (UK wide travel as required)
Reports To: Research & Insight Manager

As a Research and Insight Analyst at the National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC), you will be a key member of the Analysis and Insights (A&I) team, dedicated to empowering the NFCC and UK Fire and Rescue Services with actionable insights that drive informed decision-making. You will work collaboratively with a team of research and data analysis professionals to support the team's objectives and contribute to the wider goals of the NFCC.

Your role will involve using your skills to deliver valuable insights through effective information gathering, detailed analysis, and comprehensive reporting. You will work on both routine and ad-hoc projects, supporting the team in responding to major events within the fire and rescue sector.

Key responsibilities of a Research & Insight Analyst:

Following the processes and policies set out in the A&I team’s terms of reference document, to ensure high quality, consistent approaches to all work.

Designing and executing information gathering exercises, ensuring that they are clear, easy to understand and will yield the information required to produce the identified output.

Information gathering methods primarily include designing online survey tools and question sets but can also include workshops, interviews and focus groups.

Ensuring the validation and quality assurance of any information gathered to ensure that all insights gathered are accurate and statistically significant.

Interpreting findings and drawing meaningful conclusions using quantitative and qualitative analysis techniques.

Producing clear, concise and well-structured outputs, utilising visualisations to enhance understanding and engagement when presenting to stakeholders. These outputs could be developed using MS Excel, MS Word, PowerPoint, PowerBI or similar.

Ensuring the Strategic Improvement Model (SIM) is kept up to date by reviewing and analysing reports about UK FRSs (from the inspectorate (HMICFRS), major inquiry reports, independently commissioned reports and other sources.

Supporting the work of the NFCC Organisational Learning team and ACER (Academic, Collaboration, Evaluation and Research) Group

Familiarity with research methodologies and outputs, such as literature reviews, and using them to identify trends, gaps, and best practices

Assisting as required when the A&I team is commissioned to support work related to major events or incidents

Assisting as required with team administrative duties

The successful candidate will have:

Experience working as a research analyst, or equivalent

Excellent qualitative research skills, including survey question design, and thematic analysis.

Excellent presentation skills with the ability to design and develop engaging outputs

Good numerical skills with the ability to spot trends and anomalies

Good MS Excel skills (including Pivot tables and charts, complex formatting and formulas)

Good communication and interpersonal skills to be able work within a team working solely from home

Some experience of data visualisation tools such as PowerBI would be beneficial

Experience working with academia and/or on academic research would be beneficial

The Selection Process

If this sounds like the kind of opportunity that makes you excited; please have a look at the Job description and apply.

How to apply:

Please complete the application form linked from the ‘apply now’ button on the NFCC Website. CV’s will NOT be accepted for this position.

Closing date: 24 November 2024 with interviews week commencing 9 December 2024.

NFCC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and will require a DBS check to be completed prior to commencing in post.

NFCC is committed to being an inclusive employer. We comply with the Equality Act 2010, and we believe that everyone deserves to work in safe environments that are free from bullying, harassment and discrimination, abuse, and harm, where they feel supported, welcome, and able to thrive.

NFCC acknowledges the duty of care to safeguard, protect and promote the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and is committed to ensuring safeguarding practice reflects statutory responsibilities, government guidance and complies with best practice, all staff are expected to share this commitment.

All We Can/Y Care International is looking for a Public Engagement Officer (London and South East) to join our small and dynamic team and make a difference through engaging churches in the region to help generate vital income to deliver our vision and mission. 

All We Can is an international development and relief organisation, working to see every person’s potential fulfilled. It was founded by the Methodist Church in the 1930s. 

Y Care International supports local opportunities for vulnerable young people and their communities across the globe, to change lives for the better. It was founded by Sir Terry Waite in collaboration with the YMCA movement in the 1980s.

From 1 September 2021, All We Can and Y Care International began a formal, strategic partnership – combining efforts to tackle poverty, inequality and injustice in some of the world’s most marginalised communities. We work as one organisational team, presenting as two unique brands, fulfilling two separate, but symbiotic, strategies.

At All We Can/Y Care International we want to see every person's potential fulfilled. We work through partnership alongside our global neighbours most impacted by disasters, poverty and injustice to enable flourishing and resilient communities. 

As Public Engagement Officer, you’ll play an important role making this vision a reality by engaging with churches through regional & national speaking engagements, networks, events, and new fundraising products with a view to help them raise funds for All We Can/Y Care to contribute to the overall fundraising target of the Acquisition Team. This role is 12-month fixed contract with potential to extend at the end of that period depending on the performance of the role and organisational circumstances at the time.

In this role you will:

• Seek and fulfil a variety of engagements in the London and the South East which engender loyalty and acquire short- and long-term income contributing to the fundraising target of £405k per year.
• Maximise income from Churches and Events
• Participate in All We Can’s presence at several conferences and events each year, inspiring current and new supporters through stalls, workshops, and stage time. 
• Build and develop new strategic relationships with ministers, lay workers, and key volunteers in Methodist Churches across the country, encouraging them into deeper income-generating engagement with All We Can.
• Collaborate with others in the Public Engagement Team to develop new resources and fundraising products to engage supporters and generate income

To be successful in this role, you will:

• Have experience of community fundraising involving relationship-building, planning, and generating a response to a call to action with experience of community fundraising in a Christian context being desirable. 
• Be a passionate and convincing public speaker, with experience of speaking/presenting in a Christian context; being a qualified preacher and/or worship leader in a church tradition would be an advantage but is not a requirement. 
• Have experience of generating and following up on new opportunities. Experience of project management in a professional context will be an advantage but is not a requirement.
• Have excellent oral and written communication skills and proven ability to communicate both stories and data.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including an ability and willingness to communicate to diverse audiences. To be comfortable communicating to Christian groups and individuals. 

This role has an occupational requirement to be a professing and active Christian to fulfil the role and its responsibilities.

For full list of responsibilities and role requirements, please see the full application pack.

Diversity of our team across all various characteristics is important to us and to the mission of the organisation. Therefore, we look forward to receiving applications from groups underrepresented in the charity sector. If you would benefit from a conversation about the role and both organisations before you apply, please contact us via our website. 

Important note about completing your application – please read 

When submitting the application, you will be asked to submit your CV and answer four competency-based questions. There’s no specified length for the answers and we ask you to use your judgment to balance between giving us as much information as needed and being succinct. Only applications that answer the questions will be considered. We’ll not consider answers which say ‘Please see the CV’ or similar. The scoring is primarily based on the answers to the competency-based questions, so please ensure that you showcase your skills and experiences fully through those answers.

The purpose of having those questions in the application process is to assess your skills and suitability for the role. Therefore, we would ask that you answer the questions on your own without use of aids like generative AI as much as possible. We recognise that neurodivergent people and people with some other characteristics can benefit from use of AI, so we don’t prohibit it entirely, but ask you to do it wisely and show as much of your talent as possible in your work so we can choose the best candidate for the role which will help us greatly to deliver our vision and mission. If you’re using generative AI as a form of a reasonable adjustment, we would be grateful if you could let us know. 

Do you want a job where you can really make a difference?  Do you enjoy working with people?

We currently have an exciting opportunity to join the Carers Information Service as an Advice and Assessment Worker.

The Carers Information Service was established in 1997 and is part of the John Whitgift Foundation. We are a small, friendly team dedicated to providing free advice, information and support to carers in Croydon.

Offering a wide range of services including health and wellbeing activities, carer's assessments, respite care, bereavement support, digital and printed publications, meeting room hire and much more. We are supported by Croydon Council and work closely with colleagues across the borough from the voluntary and community sector, NHS, and local authority.

As an Advice and Assessment Worker your main responsibilities will be to carry out Carer’s Assessments, giving advice, information and support to adult carers who are looking after a relative, partner, friend or neighbour of someone who needs help due to illness, disability, or old age.

The ability to work well in a team is essential!

This role is for 35 hours per week.

As a Croydon Good Employer, we are recognised for ensuring our employees are paid a fair wage, for the support we provide to the local community, and the creation of job opportunities. 

All our staff benefit from a competitive remuneration package, including: 

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays 
• Membership of a generous money purchase pension scheme for all support staff that includes 3 x salary life assurance cover.
• Free access to an employee discount Club, which offers discounted rates on a range of products and services, including insurance, holidays and travel, fashion and retail 
• Membership of the Bupa cash plan scheme, which gives financial support towards the cost of optical, dental, and medical costs as well as a free 24 hour advice line for all staff 
• A range of family-friendly benefits including, enhanced maternity pay and childcare vouchers 
• Season ticket loan 

Closing date: 6 November 2024

Interviews will take place on Monday 11th and Tuesday 12th November.

However, applications will be reviewed daily, and interviews can occur at any stage after applications are received so we invite interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.  We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time.

Job type: Fixed term post or secondment until 31 July 2025

Hours: 21 hours per week

Location: Hybrid / London WC1H 9HF (We operate hybrid, flexible working practices with 40% of your time per month being office based)

Join the ACU as Head of Programme to provide the overall leadership and contract management of the ACU’s contribution to the successful delivery of a UK government mobility scheme, working with a range of UK-based partners.

The ACU offers a unique opportunity to make a real difference in the higher education sector. We are one of the largest, most diverse international university networks, bringing together over 400 universities in over 40 countries. Championing the power of higher education to improve lives, we support our members – and our people – in contributing to sustainable development across the Commonwealth and beyond.

The role

This is a key role, and the post holder will need excellent project and risk management skills and to be able to use appropriate tools to monitor and report on progress, dependencies, and risks to provide assurance to the ACU senior team and partners. The Head of Programme will have experience of working at pace to deliver multi-partner projects.

The Head of Programme will work with colleagues in the ACU’s External Affairs, People and Culture, Finance, Programmes and International Mobility teams and will lead the dedicated ACU Programme team of three ACU staff, four senior assessors and 24 assessors to deliver the assessment and appeals processes and related assessment boards helping ensure delivery of the programme’s policy objectives.

The role will report to the Head of Programmes and International Mobility and provide regular updates for the ACU Leadership Team and our partners.

Who are we looking for?

You will need:

Project Management
• Significant project management experience at a senior level – professional track record and appropriate qualifications
• Expertise in risk management
• Knowledge of theories of change and logical frameworks and experience managing project monitoring and evaluation.
• Demonstrable experience of managing multiple priorities and work under pressure and to deadlines

IT
• Demonstrable knowledge and expertise in relevant IT/ software, e.g. Excel.
• Expertise in data visualisation and dashboard/reporting for senior leadership

Financial Management
• Proven financial skills, with knowledge and experience of budget development, and financial monitoring and reporting.

Leadership/ Team Management
• Experience of leading, empowering, and motivating teams to promote a high performance culture.
• Experience of working at pace with a focus on results.
• Strong sense of personal accountability whilst ensuring others clearly understand their accountabilities.
• Strategic thinker with ability to anticipate impact of actions on partners, customers and colleagues
• Ability to champion a shared culture working across teams and integrated shared services

What to expect:

We see equity, diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our mission and we value the many different perspectives that people from all backgrounds bring to our collective performance (you can find out more about our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and safeguarding on our website).

We believe in investing in all our people and creating cultures in which everyone can thrive.

We offer a fantastic package of benefits including:

• 27 days annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata for part time employees), plus 4 Christmas closure days
• Generous pension scheme – 5% employee contribution, 10% employer contribution
• Volunteering days
• Enhanced maternity, adoption, paternity and shared parental leave
• Give As You Earn charitable donations scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Sabbatical leave
• Ability to request flexible working from day one

How to apply

Apply via the apply button.

Closing date: 20 November 2024 at 09:00 AM

Interview Date: 29 November 2024

The interview will take place in person at our Woburn House offices.

The International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics (FIGO) is the world’s largest alliance of national societies of obstetrics and gynaecology, bringing together professionals from more than 130 countries and territories. For over 65 years, FIGO has collaborated with the world’s top health, rights and donor bodies. We are in official relations with the World Health Organization (WHO) and consultative status with the United Nations (UN).
FIGO is dedicated to the improvement of the health and rights of women and girls and to the reduction of disparities in health care, as well as to advancing the science and practice of obstetrics and gynaecology. We pursue our mission through education, research implementation, advocacy and capacity building with our member societies.

The PMO Manager is responsible for designing and managing the framework within which projects are created, delivered and managed to support strategic decision making; as well as enabling the successful delivery of programmes and projects. They will be responsible for monitoring and supporting effective processes, governance and good practice. Sitting in Operations, they will be a centre of excellence for project management and governance across all functions ensuring consistency and continuous improvement.

About us

We’re Breast Cancer Now, the research and support charity. We’re the place to turn to for anything and everything to do with breast cancer. However you’re experiencing breast cancer, we’re here. 

The brightest minds in breast cancer research are here. Making life-saving research happen in labs across the UK and Ireland. Support services, trustworthy breast cancer information and specialist nurses are here. Ready to support you whenever you need it. Dedicated campaigners are here. Fighting for the best possible treatment, services and care for anyone affected by breast cancer.

About the role

Breast Cancer Now are excited to recruit the new role of fundraising compliance officer to support its growing fundraising ambitions. As our fundraising compliance officer, you will play an essential role in ensuring our fundraising and marketing activities meet the highest standards in an ever-changing regulatory landscape, to mitigate potential risks for the charity and to maintain the trust of our supporters.

The varied role will work collaboratively with fundraising colleagues from across the charity. No day will feel the same, as you provide expert advice and assurance on a diverse range of fundraising products and marketing communications, this includes TV ads, prize competitions, social lotteries, and direct marketing campaigns. The role will work closely with individual giving team and our professional fundraising agencies to assure we are meeting our compliance commitments.

The successful candidate will also support the compliance team as it continues to develop the culture and maturity in fundraising compliance across the charity, with continuous improvement to our training, resources, process, communication and reporting.  

About you

The successful candidate will possess a blend of technical knowledge, analytical skills, interpersonal abilities and a keen eye for detail to ensure adherence to regulations and internal policies.

The ideal candidate will have some prior understanding of charity fundraising and the needs of working in an assurance role, but training can be provided.  Prior knowledge some data protection legislation and fundraising regulations would also be beneficial, such as the data protection act, fundraising code of practice, CAP code, gambling commission code, and HMRC gift aid rules. You will also be self-motivated and have an eagerness to learn and develop in line with the ever-changing regulatory landscape and the charities needs and goals.  

Ideal attributes of a candidate include an analytical mind, with the ability to review information, ask questions and make informed decisions to support the charity to meet its objectives, whilst also mitigating unnecessary risk.

You will be an approachable, confident and clear communicator, that can adapt your communication stye to a verity of audiences in order to convey complex information in a clear and understandable manner, that is both educational and builds productive relationships with colleagues.

Excellent organisation and IT skills are also essential tools of a potential candidate, as the role will require effective task prioritisation to manage an active schedule, record management of compliance registers and folders, plus the analysis and production of detailed guidance procedures and reports.  

Job description and benefits

Please download the job description and our attractive benefits package.

Primary location of role and hybrid working

This role is primarily based in our London or Sheffield office. Our hybrid working model allows you to work up to 3 days per week at home. Occasional travel will also be required for the role.

When applying

We hope you choose to apply for this role. To support your application, you’ll be asked to submit your anonymised CV and a supporting statement. Please refer to the essential criteria on the person specification and clearly provide as much information as you can with examples, to demonstrate how and where you meet the criteria. If you’ve any immediate questions please contact The Breast Cancer Now Recruitment Team. 

Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion

We’re committed to promoting equity, valuing diversity and creating an inclusive environment – for everyone who works for us, works with us, supports us and who we support.

Closing date 9am on Tuesday 5 November 2024

Interview date Monday 11 November 2024

A little bit about the role 

This role will be closing at 12pm on Thursday 14 November.

This role will sit within the Fellowship team, within the wider external relations directorate, and be managed by the Fellowship and engagement lead, supported by our chief social worker and a steering group of staff and trustees. This will ensure that we are connecting fellows – social workers who have completed one of Frontline’s programmes – to our young people’s work. The postholder will also have strong links with our communications and fundraising teams, which also sit within the external relations directorate.

The postholder will shape and grow all our work with and for young people with experience of social work, ensuring all involved have a positive experience. Our goal is to improve social work by listening to the needs of children and young people with lived experience. By involving them in all aspects of our work, we can make social work more effective and responsive for vulnerable children and families across England

We are seeking a dedicated professional who excels in youth-centred social work, with hands-on experience supporting young people aged 14-25. You will understand the unique challenges they face, especially those with care experience, and have insight into relevant social care policies. Working collaboratively with senior leadership, you will support inclusive, cohesive programme delivery.

The successful candidate will be an effective communicator and strategic relationship builder who prioritises youth voices and partnership. Skilled in managing complex workloads and securing funding, you will also bring a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and using technology to enhance impact.

Some key responsibilities include:

• Bringing individuals with care and social work experience together, helping them to have a bigger influence on Frontline's mission to create social change for vulnerable children without a safe and stable home.
• Leading and growing the young people’s advisory board, recruiting and inducting new members.
• Developing a programme of activities for the young people’s advisory board and other experts by experience which includes quarterly meetings, day sessions and residentials each year.
• Collaborating with the Fellowship team to aid the development of future opportunities available fellows, using insights, voices and experiences from young people directly.
• Developing a mentoring programme for all of Frontline’s experts by experience through our Fellowship.

Please see job pack for full list of role responsibilities

A little bit about you 

This role will suit an experienced leader who is passionate about empowering young people with lived experience and integrating their perspectives into impactful social work. The hiring panel will be looking for candidates who demonstrate a deep commitment to inclusive leadership, strong coordination skills across diverse teams, and a proven ability to build meaningful engagement with young people and stakeholders.

We have a fast-moving culture within the team and organisation, so we’re looking for someone who is who is well organised, details-focused and can use their initiative to do what works. You will have excellent communication skills, be able to build relationships with people and be willing to learn. There are lots of opportunities for growth and development in this role – and for the right candidate to make the role their own. 

If you feel you have the skills to make a real impact and contribute to creating lasting social change for children and families, we would love to hear from you. 

Important information

We have increased the diversity of Frontline’s workforce in the last 12 months, but we need to do more to have greater racialised minority representation in our senior roles. We know the value racialised minority voices bring and therefore, we are strongly encouraging applicants from these backgrounds to apply. We are also a disability confident employer and welcome applicants with disabilities. Please let us know how we can make the recruitment process more accessible for you .

We recognise that artificial intelligence (AI) such as ‘ChatGPT’ etc can be useful for applicants e.g. to shorten an initial draft, so we do not attempt to have an absolute ban on AI in applications. However we would caution applicants not to rely too much on AI in drafting answers to application questions. We want to hear your authentic voice arising out of your experience, and we will be looking for answers that use examples and experiences that are specific to you. You are more likely to be able to produce that kind of content yourself than an AI will.

We reserve the right to close this role ahead of the deadline once we reach a suitable number of applications, so please apply as soon as you can!

You will need to have current right-to-work in the UK prior to application and for at least the first six months (for permanent positions) or for the full duration of the contract (for fixed-term positions). Visa sponsorship is not guaranteed.

If you would like to find out more about the role, please contact Jackie Sanders, External Relations Director, contact details can be found in the job pack.

Key Details

Salary: £39,600 per annum with generous benefits including 25 days annual holiday plus public holidays, enhanced pension contribution, private medical health insurance, life assurance, and flexible/hybrid working.

Hours: 35 per week over 5 days (we would also consider applicants who wanted to do 4 days a week on a pro-rata basis). 

Contract type: This is a full time role. Some flexibility on hours may be available.

Location: Hybrid working with office in central London and options for flexibility to work from home. The postholder will be expected to attend our central London office regularly.

About the Role

Reporting to the Data Manager, you’ll collect, organise, study and communicate supporter and campaign data to provide insights to help colleagues across Good Law Project win campaigns and cases.

The link to our job pack which includes the full job description, personal specification, Good Law Project values, and structure chart can be found below.  Alternatively, click "Apply via Website" to view the job pack on our website.

What we're looking for

• Experience working with relational datasets, Google Analytics 4 (or Adobe), spreadsheets and a data visualisation tool. 
• Proficient using tools to clean, manipulate, and analyse data effectively.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to explain complex data findings to non-technical stakeholders and collaborate effectively with team members.
• Ability to create clear and informative data visualisations (e.g., graphs, charts, dashboards) that tell compelling stories.
• Project management skills to plan and prioritise tasks, meet deadlines, and ensure the successful execution of data analysis projects.
• Working knowledge of current data protection legislation to ensure that your work is fully compliant with all GDPR requirements and where to seek additional guidance.
• Experience using scripts to query datasets.

What we do

• Good Law Project (GLP) is a not-for-profit campaigning organisation which holds power to account and fights for a fairer, greener future. We believe in people-powered justice.

• We had a primary role in overturning the prorogation of Parliament in 2019. We successfully challenged the Government’s operation of a fast track ‘VIP lane’ for awarding lucrative PPE contracts to those with political connections and our campaigning played a key role in the Met Police opening an investigation into Boris  Johnson over the Partygate scandal. In July 2023, we forced the Government to accept that its flagship Net Zero strategy is unlawful and to develop a better plan.

• Our close-knit team of staff work across three core areas: campaigning, legal and operations. We are nimble and reactive to external events which means Good Law Project suits people who thrive in a fast-paced, at times quite pressured environment. You must share our passion for upholding democracy, protecting the environment and ensuring no one is left behind. Our culture is one of openness and innovation which encourages all staff to pitch ideas and influence the organisation’s direction. We are brave, honest and decisive – those are Good Law Project’s values. We recognise the value of our employees, individually and collectively, and are committed to investing in their welfare and development.

• See our website for more about what we do.

How to Apply

To apply for this role, click on "Apply via Website" to be redirected to our website where you will be asked to complete an online application form and upload your CV.

Contact

If you have any questions about this role, please email the contact details in the job pack below. Or click "Apply via Website" to view our contact details on our website.

Do you want to be part of an ambitious and high-performing fundraising team that aims to exploit the legacy growth potential in the animal welfare charity sector?

We are looking for a new member to join our legacy and in-memory team, within its Individual Giving department. This role will help to manage and test legacy marketing campaigns with the aim to grow the size of the charity’s legacy Enquirer and Considerer base using various channels such as social media, direct mail and telemarketing. This role will also work on recruiting enquiries about the charity’s Pet Promise scheme and recruit new in-memory and tribute fund supporters. Although the role is strongly weighted to legacy marketing, the post-holder will also manage Woodgreen’s mid-value programme, creating a brilliant opportunity for an existing legacy fundraiser to broaden their professional remit.

The ideal candidate will have strong project management skills, able to deliver campaigns on time and within budget. They will need to make decisions based on sound evidence, and will always demonstrate an attitude to learn-and-adapt campaigns. They will also have strong communication skills, able to champion legacy and mid-value giving, and work closely with internal and external stakeholders.

We will offer you the opportunity to progress your career in an experienced, ambitious and growing fundraising team, with access to support and training to help you excel in your role.

You will;

• Provide expertise and collaborate with the Senior Donor Development Manager – Engagement and Legacy to develop legacy marketing acquisition and mid-value programme strategies.
• Plan and project manage the annual operational plans, managing direct marketing campaigns from end to end using a mix of offline and online channels, which includes telemarketing, direct mail and social media/PPC to grow the existing legacy pipeline.
• Manage the services of multiple suppliers for the planning, creative, media, print and distribution, producing comprehensive written briefs with verbal discussions to ensure the output meets requirements.
• Build relationships and work closely with internal colleagues across the organisation to leverage ‘piggy-backing opportunities’ as well as helping to champion legacy giving across the charity
• Work with the Database Team to deliver end of campaign results analysis, ensuring reporting data is correct and highlight key observations and recommendations for future activity or further insight requirements.
• Manage a six-figure expenditure budget, allocating budget to channels and products

You will have;

• Experience of planning and managing legacy acquisition campaigns to recruit individual supporters ideally using telemarketing, direct mail and social media/PPC.
• Experience of effective management of multiple key suppliers, ensuring service is to agreed standards
• Experience of effective expenditure budget management
• Experience of prioritising and managing multiple campaigns
• Experience of analysing results and using insight to inform strategy and tactical plans
• Experience of building effective relationships with internal stakeholders

The starting salary for this position is £34,730 - £42,446 per annum depending on experience.  In addition to this you will receive;

• 36 days annual leave per year (inclusive of bank holidays) rising by 1 day each year to 40 days after five years
• Up to 8% employer pension contributions
• Support towards healthcare costs (cashplan)
• Free access to Headspace
• Life assurance (4x salary)
• 25% discount in our charity shop

This vacancy may close earlier should we receive high volumes of applications.  Interviews may commence prior to the closing date.

Woodgreen is committed to safeguarding children and adults at risk and protecting anyone that comes into contact with us from harm. We expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.

The Job (in a Nutshell)

We are looking for someone to build and maintain partnerships with schools, colleges, and youth organisations. Your goal will be to offer these groups exciting outdoor learning residentials that inspire young people.

Your role involves managing a list of current customers, ensuring they keep coming back, and finding new business opportunities. You’ll be part of the Education team, working to meet performance goals and enhance customer experiences. Building strong, positive relationships with customers is key to ensuring their ongoing commitment to our programs.

Who We’re Looking For

You are a results-driven team player with a solid understanding of the education sector. Ideally, you have at least one year of experience in sales, such as an account manager or a similar role.

You are passionate about outdoor learning and share our values and ways of working.

Your Experience

• Communication Skills: You can communicate effectively and build strong relationships with both internal and external professionals.
• Organisation: You are highly organised, pay attention to detail, and maintain high standards of communication, both on the phone and in writing.
• Negotiation: You have good negotiation skills.
• Independence: You can work independently and take initiative.
• Technical Skills: You are confident using Microsoft systems.
• Presentation and Social Media: You have strong presentation skills and are adept at using social media, especially LinkedIn, for client engagement.

Areas of Responsibility

• Revenue and KPIs: Meet revenue targets and other key performance indicators for the education team, ensuring both individual and team goals are achieved.
• Customer Understanding: Develop a deep understanding of customer needs through effective questioning and research.
• Collaboration: Work with other teams to ensure the best fit for customer programs.
• Sales Proposals: Create compelling sales proposals to win new business.
• Customer Records: Maintain customer records using our Microsoft Dynamics CRM system.
• Relationship Management: Use sales techniques and relationship management skills to overcome challenges and retain business.
• Charitable Funding: Promote and allocate charitable funding to customers based on need.
• Liaison: Work with all areas of the organisation to maximise opportunities.
• Market Knowledge: Develop an in-depth knowledge of customers, the region, the education market, and sales techniques to drive success in your role.

Other

• Some evening, weekend, and overnight work will be required, including attending taster sessions, client visits, and centre visits.
• You’ll also need an enhanced DBS check.
• This role is perfect for someone who loves working with people, has a passion for outdoor education, and is driven to achieve results. If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you!

Salary and benefits

• Salary £26,000 - £30,000 per year + Bonus. Starting salary is dependent on experience

Benefits:

• Annual Leave of 24 days, plus bank holidays.  Annual leave increases by 1 day per year to a maximum of 30 days, plus bank holidays.
• Life Assurance: 3 x salary, covered from start date; includes Employee Assistance Helpline.
• 8 weeks’ sick pay at full salary in any 12 months. 
• Long-term Disability Insurance: 2/3 salary less state incapacity benefit after 6 months’ absence for up to 5 years, covered from start date
• Employee assistance programme Unum: In the form of an app, with easy access to medical and mental health support. Ranging from instant GPs appointments to physio or counselling services.
• Personal Accident Insurance while at work or commuting.
• Health Cash Plan with Medicash: a taxable benefit
• Pension Scheme (currently Standard Life): Auto-enrolment of all staff after 3 months service
• Berghaus uniform items provided and the opportunity to purchase Berghaus products at discount
• Staff bursaries:  discounted course fees for family members

Plus!

• Personal Adventures – Outward Bound has a positive attitude to extended/unpaid leave (forward planning is required)

 Hours of work

• You’ll work an average of 37.5 hours per week.

Settling in period

There is a 3-month settling in period from contract start date.

How to apply  

If you are interested, please drop an email with an up-to-date CV and covering letter of no more than 500 words to Sarah Shutt. Speciying if you are interested in a permenant position or a 12 month contract.

The closing date is 8th November 2024. Interviews will take place on 18th November 2024

at Head Office in Hackthorpe, nr Penrith on (or via TEAMS / Zoom if appropriate).

At Parkinson’s UK we have an exciting opportunity for a Governance Officer to work with us to lead on governance projects to support the charity’s strategic objectives. The role supports board committees as well as the Annual General meeting.

We’re looking for someone with proven experience of liaising at a senior level, working across teams. You’ll have a track record of writing documents for senior stakeholders in various formats. You will be asked to prepare board committee minutes and maintain accurate records for compliance and good governance.

The ideal candidate will be organised and methodical, with the ability to grasp detail and complexity, and will be interested in developing their professional skills in charity governance.

About the role

As a core member of the Governance team, you’ll take the lead on governance projects and supporting activities, reporting to the Company Secretary. You’ll be involved in the full process which enables the board of trustees to make strategic decisions on behalf of the charity’s members and people affected by Parkinson’s. 

As a busy Governance Team, we work collaboratively and support each other throughout the year, and especially at peak periods of the governance cycle. 

What you’ll do:

• Provide board and committee support, working closely with the Company Secretary
• Prepare and attend meetings, take minutes and act as the governance team lead when required
• Co-ordinate the production of meeting packs for board and committee meetings
• Arrange training and development sessions for trustees and committee members 
• Contribute to the delivery of the Annual General Meeting and election cycle for charity members

What you’ll bring:

• Significant experience of providing senior stakeholder care to an excellent standard 
• Proven experience of maintaining effective and efficient records. Previous experience with writing minutes is desirable 
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build trusted relationships with people at all levels
• Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines whilst maintaining accurate attention to detail
• A strong interest in gaining skills and experience in charity governance

This is an exciting time for Parkinson’s UK and we would love you to join us!

Please apply by sending us your CV, together with a detailed supporting statement which will fully demonstrate how you meet all the criteria of the role, as stated in the "What you'll bring" section of the job description.

This role is hybrid and your in person working depends on your team agreement, requirements of the role and led by activity based principles. The in person/office attendance expectation for this role will be a minimum on average 2 days per week with flexibility, and further details of the Analytics and Insight team agreement will be made available at the interview stage. For more information about our ways of working, you can read our Working at Parkinson's UK page on our website.

Interviews for this position will take place W/C 11 November.

Anyone can get Parkinson’s. It’s vital that the people who work for Parkinson’s UK are representative of our diverse community. We actively encourage people from all sections of the community to apply, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion.

The Holocaust Educational Trust (HET) is a registered charity working with schools, colleges and communities across the country to raise awareness about the Holocaust and its relevance today.

We have an exciting opportunity for an Education and Production Officer to join our team based in Central London. After several years of research and development, we have recently launched Testimony 360, a brand-new digital programme for UK secondary schools that uses interactive survivor testimony and virtual reality to innovatively teach about the Holocaust. Through the programme, students can have a personal and conversational experience with a recording of a Holocaust survivor before seeing some of the sites they experienced for themselves using virtual reality headsets, all without leaving their classroom. 

The successful candidate will serve as a member of the Trust’s Testimony 360 Team, responsible for the digital post-production and testing of interactive recorded testimony to ensure its fluency and usability in the classroom. We are looking for an individual with confident IT skills and the ability to quickly learn how to use new technologies and programmes. As an expert in Holocaust education, you will also contribute to the successful delivery of our Testimony 360 programme through weekly in-person school visits during term time or as required.

Responsibilities

Post-Production, interactive survivor testimony

· Lead on the development (post-production) of interactive testimony, including clipping, annotation, data/metadata input, and Alpha/Beta testing. Throughout testing, leading the training process which ensures the system’s accuracy.

· Maintain regular contact with our partner organisation, the USC Shoah Foundation, including progress updates, shared learning, required training.

· Support colleagues undertaking training and/or working on supportive post-production.

· Logging activity and decisions regarding the post-production editing process, as discussed with members of the Testimony 360 team and/or USC Shoah Foundation.

· Organise and deliver Alpha and Beta testing stages, working directly with students both online and in-person to deliver test sessions and action necessary follow up (to ensure learning from test sessions is fed back).

Delivery

· Contribute to delivery of Testimony 360 through regular, in-person school delivery as part of the wider team, ensuring that the programme is delivered through a robust pedagogical approach. Expected to deliver Testimony 360 one every two weeks throughout term time.

· Plan and deliver Beta testing sessions as part of the development of the interactive testimonies, sharing knowledge and expertise with other Education Officers supporting in this delivery.

· The successful applicant may also be expected to deliver educational sessions to students, teachers and our young Ambassadors outside the Testimony 360 programme and throughout the year. In-person sessions will take place in the UK and sometimes abroad.

General

· We expect all members of the Education team to share their learnings and expertise both internally and externally. This role will require discussions about our learnings from Testimony 360 with the wider Education team, and we encourage consideration for how these learnings might feed into our wider educational offer.  

· As an educational charity, we must ensure that education about the Holocaust is the core of all work. To this end, members of the Education Team are responsible for supporting the wider teams as they develop, plan and deliver on broader public engagement, fundraising, and awareness-raising initiatives.

· You will also be required to carry out any other reasonable request by the Director of Programmes, Chief Executive, or Senior Management Team.

Read our job description for full details.

Please Note:

All applicants must be eligible to work in the UK at time of application.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. Therefore, all applicants will undergo strict vetting procedures and safeguarding checks before appointment and relevant pre-employment checks (this includes but is not limited to: DBS checks, qualification checks, reference checks and identity checks). This role involves regulated activity relevant to children, therefore It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.