Brand And Communications Officer Jobs in Nottingham

SOS Children’s Villages UK is part of a global federation, which exists to ensure that each child and young person grows up with the healthy relationships they need to become their strongest selves. We are the world’s largest non-governmental organisation focused on supporting children and young people who don’t have, or who are at risk of losing, parental care.

We are now looking for a UK-based dynamic Head of Communications and Digital (maternity cover – 12 months from mid-May) to lead on the strategic implementation of communications and digital initiatives.

• Enhance our brand visibility in the UK
• Ensure effective engagement and communication with our supporters
• Create and implement our digital and content strategies
• Leverage creative content and campaigns
• Work with colleagues in the UK and across the SOS Children’s Villages Federation to achieve results. 
• Line manage two capable direct reports

If you are a proactive and collaborative communications and digital professional adept at managing a diverse range of priorities, looking for a pivotal role within a friendly, flexible, and supportive team, then this could be for you!

To Apply

Please read the full Candidate Pack attached which contains the entire job description and person specification, and submit a copy of your CV and a covering letter.

The deadline for applications is Tuesday 11 February 2025, 9.00 am UK time. We reserve the right to close the application process early if a successful candidate is found.

Please note: The post-holder must be UK-based. We are unable to provide employment sponsorship if required and unfortunately cannot progress applications without the required right to live and work in the UK on a permanent contract.

FIT makes grants to organisations and provides individual fellowships for work that promotes sustainable transport as a universal basic right, reduces the environmental impact of our transport system, and reduces the dominance of the car in society. The Foundation also makes loans, repayable grants and equity investments to selected projects and innovations. For further information about our work and examples of our projects, please visit our website.

The Communications Officer will manage the Charity's communications activities including PR/press, the website and social media, as well as helping organise various events. We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced individual who cares passionately about achieving our aims. The role offers an opportunity to help shape the Foundation’s priorities and strategy, to be part of a movement for change, and to identify and work with some exceptional individuals and organisations. 

 JOB DESCRIPTION

1)   PR/ press:

• Promoting FIT and its work to a wider audience

• Publishing and promoting the work of FIT’s grantees, fellows and investees using blogs, social media, newsletters and press releases:

  • Communicating with grantees, fellows and investees to obtain relevant information

  • Drafting news articles for the FIT website and social media

  • Producing a quarterly newsletter detailing new grant awards, grantee news and upcoming events

  • Producing press releases and media articles

  • Liaising with external press and print media organisations

  • Creative use of other media as the post holder sees fit

• Creating a digital catalogue/ archive of all FIT-funded projects, fellowships and investments

• Adding FIT to directories of grant-giving organisations to allow us to be found by a wider audience.

2)      Website: 

• Maintaining and updating FIT’s website (in conjunction with the Executive Secretary & Grants Manager)

• Producing grant impact summaries for the individual project pages on the website using information provided in final project reports

• Adding missing past/ present funded projects to the website to create a complete online record of everything FIT has funded.

3)      Social media: 

• Managing FIT’s existing social media accounts including LinkedIn and X

• Setting up new social media accounts as necessary eg Facebook

• Drafting a social media policy for FIT.

4)   Events/ networking:

• Supporting the organisation of in person events and webinars to showcase the projects, fellowships and social investments which FIT supports, and to enable networking amongst those supported by FIT (in conjunction with the Executive Secretary & Grants Manager and Events Manager)

• Creating virtual sub-groups of grantees and fellows to further enable networking opportunities.

5)    Other: 

• Opportunity for drafting a communications strategy

• Other communications tasks from time to time as deemed reasonable by the trustees and Executive Secretary & Grants Manager.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

The Communications Officer will actively and passionately promote the work of the Foundation and will be aligned with the aims of FIT, which are public transport as a universal basic right, reducing the environmental impact of our transport system, and reducing the dominance of the car in society.

Skills and competencies

• Excellent copywriting skills and experience in drafting copy for technical and non-technical audiences in a variety of formats, including web, social media, news articles, press releases, formal reports, etc (E)

• Experience in web editing using WordPress (E)

• Ability to work and liaise with a wide range of people (E)

• Accuracy and excellent attention to detail (E)

• Ability to work independently under own initiative (E)

• High level organisational and administrative skills (E)

• IT skills: competent in the use of Google Workspace, Zoom and social media, etc (E)

Knowledge and experience

• Experience of working in a communications role (E)

• Experience of working with social media (E)

• Experience of working with mainstream media (E)

• Familiarity with the charitable, not-for-profit or campaigning sector (E)

• Experience of working within a committee environment, for example, with a board of trustees or elected members (D)

• Interest in and support for sustainable transport (E)

• Knowledge of the sustainable transport sector (D)

E = Essential; D = Desirable

To apply for the role, please submit your CV and a covering letter (maximum 2 sides A4) outlining your relevant skills and experience, together with details of how you fit the requirements of the person specification. The deadline for applications is 23:55 on Friday 14th February 2025.

About Koreo

Since 2004, Koreo has grown into one of the UK’s leading consultancies with a social purpose. Our aim is to build a just and regenerative world by accelerating the potential for people and organisations to create systemic social change. 

We provide consultancy services to a range of clients across the purpose-driven sector while also delivering our own programmes. Our consultancy services focus on: 

• Organisational Development: Driving culture change, embedding Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion principles into practice, and organisational design and restructuring.

• Talent Development: Strengthening leadership capacity through the design and delivery of bespoke management training programmes, while creating customised talent development initiatives to diversify and enhance workforces.

• Purpose and Impact: Helping organisations define their social purpose, design effective strategies, and measure progress through robust impact and evaluation frameworks.

• Fieldbuilding: Supporting organisations build networks and partnerships that foster shared learning, collaboration, and innovation across the social change ecosystem.

Our flagship programmes, Charityworks and 2027, complement our consultancy work and are aimed at building a more diverse and better-equipped social change movement. They focus on bringing diverse talent and inclusive practices into the social change sector while enhancing the leadership capacity of both emerging and established changemakers.

The Role in Brief

With the recent launch of our new strategy, Koreo is entering an exciting phase of transformation and growth. As we embark on this new chapter, we are working to broaden our reach beyond our historical focus on UK charities, aiming to impact a wider demographic of clients across the social change ecosystem. To support this growth, we are seeking a proactive and organised Development and Communications Coordinator to join our team. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, this is an exciting opportunity for someone to hone their craft in both business development and communications while playing a key role in supporting Koreo’s expansion. This role is vital in managing the operational aspects of business development and communications, supporting the growth of Koreo’s brand visibility and narrative and expanding our network of prospective clients.

As Development and Communications Coordinator, you will:

• Business Development:

  • Identify and research funding opportunities, tenders, and potential new clients.

  • Manage Koreo’s tender and proposal database, ensuring submissions are tracked and outcomes recorded.

  • Assist in preparing proposals and tender responses, including drafting sections and coordinating inputs.

  • Conduct market and horizon scanning to identify trends and opportunities.

• Client Engagement and Campaigns:

  • Manage data on prospective clients using HubSpot (or similar CRM platforms).

  • Coordinate campaigns to engage clients and build Koreo’s client base.

  • Support the delivery of integrated campaigns promoting Koreo’s offers across portfolios.

• Brand and Communications:

  • Update and manage Koreo’s website, ensuring content is engaging and accurate.

  • Manage Koreo’s LinkedIn presence, including posting updates, engaging with followers, and monitoring performance.

  • Contribute to thought leadership content, such as blogs, articles, and reports, to support campaigns.

• Administrative and Operational Support:

  • Manage systems and processes related to business development and communications, including CRM updates and reporting.

  • Provide administrative support for tender responses, ensuring all documentation is complete and submitted on time.

  • Monitor and report on business development and communications activity, supporting the Managing Director with dashboards and data.

Role Summary

The Director of International Communications will create and drive implementation of ProVeg's international communications strategy. The primary objectives are to amplify the activities and successes of the country offices and international programmes, enhance ProVeg's global visibility and reach new public audiences, and influence the public and policy narrative on healthy sustainable food systems. This role involves leading a dynamic and transformation-oriented team and working closely with international stakeholders such as country directors and partner organisations to develop innovative communication solutions.

Job Details

• Reports to: CEO
• Department: Communications
• Direct reports: Digital Director, Senior Communications Manager, Senior Business Communications Manager, Senior Communications Manager (Spanish language regions), Strategic PR Lead
• Closely collaborating with: Country Directors, Institutional Engagement & Partnership Director, International Director, Fundraising and P&C teams, Director of People and Culture 
• Location: Remote, ideally in the UK, NL, PL, CZ, or ES - for exceptional candidates, potentially US (ET zone)
• Hours: full-time (e.g. 35h in the UK)
• Salary: dependent on experience and location, e.g. £55k- £62k in the UK

Responsibilities

Strategic Communication and Transformation:

• Develop and execute a new international communications strategy to enhance ProVeg’s visibility and highlight the successes of the country offices.
• Establish ProVeg as a leading voice in plant-based nutrition and sustainable food systems through targeted campaigns and media outreach.
• Design and implement processes for effectively and quickly adapting country-specific developments for international communication.
• Oversee the development of content and own and third party channel strategies to maximise engagement with diverse B2B and B2C audiences.
• Integrate AI tools and strategies responsibly and innovatively (supported by leadership and (external) experts).

Fundraising Support and Collaboration:

• Collaborate closely with the international fundraising team to ensure alignment between communications strategies and fundraising goals.
• Develop compelling narratives and campaigns that inspire donor engagement and attract funding opportunities.
• Leverage communications channels, including digital platforms, media outreach, and storytelling, to showcase ProVeg’s impact and amplify fundraising initiatives..

Reputation Management:

• Enhance ProVeg’s public image through strategic media relations, innovative visual content, and compelling storytelling.
• Develop and implement crisis communication plans, identifying opportunities and risks for brand reputation.
• Balance B2B and B2C communications priorities to maintain positive brand perception.

Leadership Responsibilities:

• Lead a multicultural and multidisciplinary team, fostering creativity, innovation, impact and effectiveness.
• Promote a culture of collaboration and continuous development within the team.

Internal and External Collaboration:

• Work closely with country offices and international partners to create synergies and strengthen global strategies.
• Work closely with the Research and Policy teams to ensure our research and advocacy activities are supported by timely communications to drive real-world impact.
• Build and maintain relationships with media, influencers, and other relevant stakeholders.
• Manage global communications budgets and ensure cost-effectiveness.

Qualifications

Required:

• Proven experience in strategic communication in NGOs with an international focus, including those with a presence in the global south.
• Track record of developing targeted communications strategies to drive engagement with different audiences, including B2B and B2C.
• Demonstrated ability to design and execute communications strategies that drive advocacy goals and influence policymakers.
• Excellent skills in media relations and leading complex or multi-country communication projects.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and transform teams in an international context.
• Experience in fostering creativity, innovation, and collaboration within teams.
• Experience with visual media (videos, infographics, etc.).
• Expertise in crisis communication and managing brand perception.
• Experience in crafting inclusive messaging and ensuring culturally appropriate communications across diverse regions and audiences.
• Experience collaborating with fundraising teams to create compelling narratives for donor engagement and retention.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills (minimum C2-level English).
• Strong analytical skills and experience measuring the success of communication strategies.
• In-depth understanding of the challenges and opportunities in sustainable food systems.

Preferred:

• Comfortable serving as a spokesperson and representing the organization at high-profile events or in media engagements.
• Familiarity with data protection regulations, including GDPR.
• Proficiency in utilizing data-driven insights and communication technologies to refine strategies and improve outcomes.

Benefits of working with us

• A strong organisational focus on personal development, with a designated training budget.
• Provision of a work laptop.
• Flexible, trust-based working arrangements and home-office arrangements.
• Career-development support.
• Mindfulness programme - free Headspace account for you and up to 5 friends or family members
• A workplace that encourages everyone to bring their whole selves to work. We are an inclusive workplace for our diverse employees around the world.
• And, last but not least, the opportunity to be part of a great team and work towards a world where everyone chooses delicious and healthy food that is good for all humans, animals, and our planet!

When?

Application deadline: Open until filled
Start date: As soon as possible

Our Application Procedure
Your application should include a cover letter and CV. Please indicate your motivation for the role and describe how you meet the requirements. Please send us your application using our online form. Thank you!

 The upcoming steps include:
1.    First interview with People and Culture
2.    Online trial task
3.    Second interview with senior leadership
4.    Final meeting with executive leadership incl. CEO
5.    Final decision

 

About us

ProVeg International is a food awareness organisation working to transform the global food system by replacing 50% of animal products globally with plant-based and cultivated foods by 2040.

ProVeg engages with all relevant stakeholders to create a food system where everyone chooses delicious and healthy food that is good for all humans, animals, and our planet.

ProVeg has received the United Nations’ Momentum for Change Award and works closely with key UN food and environment agencies. 

ProVeg creates global impact, with offices in 14 countries across five continents and more than 220 employees. 

Diversity Statement

ProVeg is committed to equal opportunity in employment for all, regardless of ethnic origin, religion, skin color, gender, age, national origin or ancestry, refugee background, genetic information, disability, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, HIV status, gender identity, or gender expression. People of Color, women, individuals with disabilities, members of LGBTQIA+ communities, older adults, refugees, and people living with HIV are explicitly encouraged to apply.

In 2020, ProVeg signed the Diversity Charter, a self-commitment and association dedicated to promoting a prejudice-free work environment.

In 2022, ProVeg achieved a score of 88.1% on the PRIDE Index, the LGBTIQ+ Diversity Performance Index, which is over 20 percentage points higher than the overall average of 67.9%.

Data Protection Information for Applicants 

More information about the processing of your personal data during your application at ProVeg INT can be found on our website, via the job posting.

We’re IPWSO, the international umbrella body for Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS) associations around the world. We want to hear from candidates who can effectively convey the life-changing impact of our work, motivate our community to support our work, and ensure that the educational resources we provide reach those who need them most.

Our membership comprises PWS associations in 47 countries and we support individual families and professionals in over 70 other countries.

We have a staff team of four who work in conjunction with dedicated volunteers from around the world.

Key Fundraising Responsibilities

• Develop communications content that will invigorate our existing donors and inspire new ones leading to increased giving by individuals to IPWSO.
• Focusing in particular on our website and social media channels, communicate our achievements, impacts and needs with a view to influencing IPWSO’s online supporters to make donations and engage in fundraising initiatives.
• Provide outstanding donor care to encourage a high level of retention and repeat donations.
• Work with IPWSO’s Fundraising Committee on a variety of fundraising initiatives, which may include a new collaborative global fundraiser to be rolled out in 2025.
• Act as the organisational lead for IPWSO’s CRM (Donorfy) and utilise it to improve the donor journey.
• Develop a robust pipeline of case studies for use in our fundraising campaigns.

Key Communications Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for IPWSO’s public email address and social media channels and ensure that timely and appropriate replies are issued.
• Manage IPWSO’s social media channels, creating original and engaging posts, and actively engaging with our audiences.
• Manage Google Ad Grant campaigns with an emphasis on growing our supporter base and increasing individual giving.
• Keep up to date with emerging trends in digital communications and social media, and recommend potential new channels for fundraising and audience engagement.
• Maintain and develop the IPWSO website ensuring its security and that it functions both as an effective supporter acquisition tool and a means by which people can easily access information about PWS.
• Produce compelling monthly newsletters and an Annual Report.
• Review and update IPWSO’s Communications Strategy in line with its Strategic Plan.
• Uphold and showcase the IPWSO mission and brand.
• Working with IPWSO’s Publication and Communication Committee, oversee the production and design of a range of educational resources for families and professionals.
• Oversee copywriting and proofreading within IPWSO.
• Support IPWSO’s members and liaise with its stakeholders internationally in support of our shared goals.

General Responsibilities

• Champion the vision, mission and values of IPWSO internally and externally.
• Comply with all relevant charity and other legislation.       
• Uphold IPWSO’s internal policies.
• Act as IPWSO’s Data Manager, ensuring our continued compliance with the Data Protection Act.
• Undertake other reasonable duties requested by the CEO.

Person Specification

Essential

• Significant fundraising experience including planning and delivering successful online fundraising campaigns
• A track record of securing donations from individuals
• Experience of donor stewardship
• Excellent presentation, writing and storytelling skills across a wide range of applications and for varied  audiences
• Excellent proofreading and editing skills
• Understanding of organisational branding
• Experience managing websites and social media platforms
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to work under pressure and to strict deadlines
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain positive relationships

Desirable

• Experience using Donorfy or another CRM
• Experience using Google Analytics and WordPress
• Experience managing Google Ad Grant campaigns 
• Experience working remotely
• Experience working with volunteers
• Experience working as part of a small team
• Experience working for an international nonprofit organisation
• Understanding of challenges facing people with disabilities
• Design skills, including proficiency in software such as Canva

Essential Personal Attributes

• Enthusiasm for IPWSO’s work and commitment to its vision, mission and values
• Confidence and ability to work well with people from different backgrounds from around the world
• Highly self-motivated and able to work on own initiative as well as part of a team
• Enthusiastic and positive attitude to work and willingness to learn new skills and support colleagues as needed

Assistant Director - Communications and Voice

Are you a purpose-driven, senior communicator with leadership experience and a proven track record in policy/external affairs and high-profile media relations?

Can you expertly link strategic communications to business needs and integrate comms with marketing, digital, brand and design?

We have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Director to lead a newly-integrated Communications and Voice department.

It’s a new role, establishing and leading a talented, multi-disciplinary team in a fast-paced environment.

We’re looking for someone who can build strong relationships, influence decision-makers, and turn strategy into compelling messaging and other content. So, if that’s you – and you’re based within two hours of central London – we’d love to hear from you.

Position:  5963 Assistant Director - Communications & Voice

Location: Home based within 2hrs travel of central London

Hours: Full time 37.5, Monday - Friday 9-5

Contract: Permanent

Salary: £66,961.19 per annum

Closing Date: 23rd February. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if enough suitable applications are received. 

Interviews: Thursday 13 and Friday 14 March

The Role

This role can be homebased or hybrid, dependent on proximity to an office. You will need to be based within two hours travel time of central London in order to regularly engage with Parliamentary and other key stakeholders face to face.

As Assistant Director - Communications and Voice, you will be:

• Establishing a newly-integrated team, bringing together colleagues from across the communications and marketing mix

• Leading the team to ensure the charity is a recognised, trusted and nationally prominent voice for victims, and influences required policy reform nationally and locally.

About You

You will need:

• Experience in a senior communications or external affairs role including team leadership, building relationships with Parliamentarians and civil servants, and securing high-profile media coverage

• A proven ability to plan and deliver strategic communications that align with business strategy and result in compelling campaigns and content

• Excellent judgment; a strong track record in reputation and brand management and the ability to integrate external and internal communications with marketing, digital and design

• To be a highly motivated, inspiring leader of people, and a skilled communicator with first-rate writing, editing, and presentation skills.

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details once you apply. 

In Return…

Benefits include:

• Flexible and hybrid working options

• 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 33 days plus Bank Holidays

• £2,800 London weighting (if applicable)

• An extra day off for your birthday

• Pension with 5% employer contribution

• Enhanced sick pay allowances, maternity and paternity payments

• High Street, retail, holiday, entertainment and leisure discounts

• Access to our financial wellbeing hub and salary deducted finance

• Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support

• Ongoing training and support with opportunities for career development and progression.

About the Organisation

This independent charity provides a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. Working towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System, everyone at the charity is driven by the Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. 

As part of the commitment to the Race at Work Charter we particularly welcome applicants from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. The charity is also a Disability Confident Employer and provides a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role.

If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of the selection process, the team will be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best.

You may have experience in areas such as Communications, External Affairs, Marketing, Marketing and Communications, Assistant Director of Communications, Assistant Director of External Affairs, Assistant Director of Marketing, Assistant Director of Marketing and Communications, Communications Manager, External Affairs Manager, Marketing Manager, Marketing and Communications Manager. 

Please note this role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of our client.           

Marie Curie is the UK's leading end-of-life charity. We are the largest non-NHS provider of end-of-life care in the UK, the only provider across all 4 nations, delivering community nursing and hospice care -, while providing information and support on all aspects of dying, death, and bereavement. Our leading research pushes the boundaries of what we know about good end-of-life, and our campaigns fight for a world where everyone gets to have the best possible quality of life while living with an illness they're likely to die from.

The purpose of the PR & Media team is to support the vision and values which enable Marie Curie to deliver its organisational strategy and strategic goals:
- To grow our influence, scale and impact to reach more people
- To grow our brand voice and influence thinking around end-of-life experience
- To build integrated place-based end of life services
- To build financial sustainability and grow our income.

Your role
As a Senior Regional PR Officer for Yorkshire and North East England, you will play a crucial role in raising the profile of Marie Curie amongst key target audiences by developing and delivering projects that command media attention and coverage, and you will work with the media to shape major fundraising and influencing campaigns and build our brand. You will ensure excellent PR support for our integrated place-based end-of-life services. Seeking to strengthen our regional and local voice and influence thinking around end-of-life experience.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone with substantial experience in public relations (in-house or agency) who wants to take the next step in their career in one of the UK's largest charities.

Key requirements:
- Experience in building strong relationships with key target journalists.
- Excellent knowledge of the media - print, broadcast and online.
- Excellent understanding of digital and social media.
- Influencing and negotiating skills - e.g. working with internal and external key contacts to ensure the right PR opportunities are prioritised and maximised.
- Broad knowledge of the health and social care sector to ensure a competitive and relevant approach to media strategy development.
- Must be based within Yorkshire or North East England.

Please see the full job description .

Salary: £30,000- £32,000 per annum
Contract: Permanent, full-time (35h per week)
Location: Home-based anywhere within the assigned region - Yorkshire and North East England. You will be expected to travel to our sites across the UK occasionally.

Application & Interview Process
- As part of your online application, you will be asked for a CV and covering letter. Please review both the advert and job description and outline your most relevant skills, experience and knowledge for the role.
- Close date for applications: 29 January 2025

Benefits you'll LOVE:
- Flexible working. We're happy to discuss flexible working at the interview stage.
- 25 days annual leave (exclusive of Bank Holidays)
- Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme (we will match your contribution up to 7.5%)
- Loan schemes for bikes; computers and season tickets
- Continuous professional development opportunities.
- Industry-leading training programmes
- Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programmes
- Enhanced bereavement, family friendly and sickness benefits
- Access to Blue Light Card membership
- Subsidised Eye Care

Marie Curie is committed to its values, which underpin our work. We take stringent steps to ensure that the people who join our organisation through employment or volunteering, are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. This includes our staff, volunteers and all those who use or come into contact with our services. We are dedicated to creating not just a safe place to work but also a supportive and rewarding one.

We are committed to a world where everyone can thrive and fulfil their potential. We are devoted to the social justice imperatives and organisational benefits of full diversity, inclusion and equity in the workplace, and are a Stonewall champion. We actively encourage and welcome applications from candidates of diverse cultures, perspectives and lived experiences.

Responsible to: Head of Fundraising and Communication

Responsible for: Supporters (Recruitment and stewardship)

Location: Loughborough, Leicestershire with travel across the country and to Cambridge when required.

Hours: 37.5 hours per week including occasional evening and weekend work

Contract: Permanent

About Baca: Baca is dedicated to supporting young, unaccompanied refugees aged 16 to 18, some of whom are victims of trafficking. Our mission is to place these young people at the heart of everything we do, helping them achieve their full potential.

Role Overview: We are seeking a passionate and proactive individual to coordinate and deliver our Fundraising, Engagement, and Communication strategy. This role involves engaging with a wide range of people to raise awareness, increase our supporter base, and generate income to support Baca's vision, mission, and values.

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement and coordinate Baca’s Fundraising and Engagement strategy.
• Develop and execute plans to increase donated income from individuals, CSR, crowdfunding, and community activities.
• Organize and coordinate fundraising and engagement events.
• Steward supporters, including donors, volunteers, partners, and advocates.
• Deliver Baca’s Communication strategy across various media channels.
• Ensure consistent application of brand guidelines in all communications.
• Collect and edit stories to raise awareness and build a supporter base.
• Generate tailored content to maximize income and engage stakeholders.
• Represent Baca in the community to raise awareness and recruit supporters.
• Maintain accurate supporter data and generate regular reports.
• Support young people projects that represent Baca’s vision externally.
• Ensure compliance with Fundraising and GDPR regulations.

Person Specification:

• Alignment with Baca’s values and mission.
• Ability to respond to change, be self-motivated, and flexible.
• Strong teamwork and partnership skills.
• Knowledge of the fundraising landscape is desirable.
• Accountability, responsibility, and a willingness to learn.
• Proactive and able to take initiative.
• Patience, calmness, and tenacity in challenging circumstances.
• Sensitivity and discretion in handling confidential information.
• Knowledge of issues facing unaccompanied asylum-seeking young people.
• Commitment to young asylum seekers and refugees.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to plan and deliver community engagement events.
• Problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to drive and access to a vehicle.
• Enhanced DBS check required.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a dedicated team making a real difference in young people's lives.
• Opportunity to develop and implement impactful strategies.
• Engage with diverse community groups and stakeholders.
• Supportive and dynamic work environment.

How to Apply: If you are passionate about making a difference and meet the above criteria, we would love to hear from you.

Join Baca and help us achieve our vision of empowering young asylum seekers to build a brighter future.

Background

Social AF are experts in Social Media Moderation. We are incredibly proud to work with a large portfolio of regional, national, and international charities to protect and enhance their brand reputations online, as well as supporting them to deliver their virtual fundraising challenges which have collectively raised in excess of £20 million. 

Our reputation for delivering an excellent social media moderation service has helped the company grow at a rapid pace. Our services include: 

• Social Media Moderation 

• Facebook Group Moderation

• Event set-up and supporter journeys

The continued growth of our Facebook Group Moderation service, led by our Head of Virtual Challenges, means that we are now on the lookout for a talented Virtual Challenges Manager to support the day to day runnings as well as the ongoing growth of this department. 

Our Virtual Challenges Manager will support with the account management of our charity partners, manage our Virtual Challenges Officer and established moderation team, and ensure the smooth running of our events portfolio.
 

About the role
 

After a significant period of growth we are now looking to hire a Virtual Challenges Manager. The successful candidate will play an important role in managing relationships with our charity partners as well as the performance and development of our moderators.

We currently have a team of 30 Moderators and Team Leaders (self employed contractors) who work across a wide range of Social Fundraising Challenges. During peak times we can support up to 25 events in any one month.

You will be responsible for the day to day management of our team of talented moderators by monitoring their KPIs and performance, developing and implementing training, and taking an active role in the recruitment of new starters. 

You will manage a portfolio of charity partner accounts to provide the best possible service and support, to maximise income generation and ensure challenges run to an exceptional standard.

You will also line manage our Virtual Challenges Officer, and work closely with them to ensure the smooth running of our events.
 

You will be expected to live our values and work together with our senior leadership team to support with the growth and evolution of Social AF as the go-to moderation agency for the third sector. 

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years' fundraising experience and a minimum of 12 months’ experience of running a Facebook Challenge or Social Fundraising Portfolio.
 

It’s a really exciting time to join Social AF as we expand and grow our agency. The role will be suitable for an outstanding challenge events fundraiser who particularly enjoys building relationships and delivering work to an excellent standard

Please read the job description for further information, including a detailed job and person specification. 

Digital Marketing and Social Media Executive Location: Home based

About The Teaching Awards Trust

The Teaching Awards Trust is a charity committed to raising the profile of the outstanding, life-changing work that takes place in education across the UK. We champion, celebrate and raise the morale of all those who work in education.  Our mission is currently carried out through two powerful campaigns; The Pearson National Teaching Awards and Thank a Teacher.

ABOUT THE JOB

This role offers an exciting opportunity for a creative and results-driven digital marketing professional with expertise in data analysis, social media, and content creation, working remotely within a tight-knit team. The role holder will co-develop and execute a comprehensive social media strategy across all of our platforms, with a particular focus on enhancing our LinkedIn presence and growing ambassador groups to drive brand awareness and engagement in the Teaching Awards Trust and what we do.  You will also play a key role in designing and delivering email marketing campaigns.

ABOUT YOU

· You will be a creative and results-driven digital marketing professional with at least 4/5 years of experience in data analysis, social media, and content creation.

· You will have excellent organisation skills with a strong attention to detail as well as exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.

· The ability to build strong, collaborative relationships both internally and externally is essential for you to be able to hit the ground running in this newly evolved role.

· You will be part of a very small, tight knit remote team.

· Overall, you will be looking for the opportunity to make a real difference in the job you do and to help support the aims of the trust.

· Experience in the education or charity sector would be highly advantageous

ABOUT OUR BENEFITS

A salary of £35-38,000 per annum. You will be home based with some need to travel for team meetings and other events.  Annual leave is 25 days excluding bank holidays, Employer pension contributions of 6%, Learning and Development packages are also available.

ABOUT OUR APPLICATION PROCESS

The closing date for applications is midnight on 7th February 2025 but applications will be reviewed and longlisted as soon as they are received.

To apply, please follow the website link provided, along with a CV and a covering letter including why you are applying for this role and describing your key achievements in your most recent social media and digital marketing role.

Successful candidates will be contacted by phone or email by 7th February 2025 for an initial short phone call conversation followed by remote first interviews around 10/11 February 2025. and final interviews at the end of this same week.

Second round interviews will take place around on 14th February 2025.

Digital Marketing and Social Media Executive - The Pearson National Teaching Awards

The Teaching Awards Trust is an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons. If you require any assistance or adjustments during the application process, please do not hesitate to reach out.

Balmer Dawson Executive Search is delighted to partner with Mellon Educate in their search for an experienced Grant Writer to join their successful organisation. 

Mellon Educate is an Irish-based African development charity founded by Niall Mellon in 2002. From the enormous collective effort of their volunteers, in conjunction with the South African government, they have built houses for 250,000 homeless people in South Africa’s townships.

In 2013, the charity redoubled its commitments to those less fortunate in Africa, pledging a 10-year education development programme to provide better education to more than 100,000 African children. 

Mellon Educate wishes to recruit a Grant Writer on a part-time OR full-time basis with specific experience and a proven track record of success in educational grant applications in Sub-Saharan Africa from medium and large sized international funders, sovereign donors, corporate and philanthropic foundations and institutional donors.

Role Purpose:

This is a brand-new position that has been created to increase Mellon Educate’s capacity to secure grants on a global scale. The Grant Writer will be responsible for identifying suitable funding opportunities and coordinating, preparing and writing funding applications.

The successful candidate will work with colleagues to develop and implement Mellon Educate’s strategic approach to funding against agreed key performance indicators. This role requires an enthusiastic self-starter, with good knowledge of educational grant-writing, exceptional persuasive writing and organisational skills and a good knowledge of the South African education system.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Responsible for identifying, preparing, producing and submitting grant applications and funding proposals. 
• Writing and editing high quality and compelling content for competitive proposal processes and other fundraising materials as required.
• Researching, exploring and identifying new grant and funding opportunities which support Mellon Educate’s current strategic objectives. 
• Gathering, analysing and synthesizing proposal inputs and co-ordinating and reviewing content from all contributors. 
• Building and maintaining a database and schedule of grant opportunities and grant application materials. 
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships across the organisation to ensure that grant management is fully embedded. 
• Building strong strategic partnerships with funding organisations and donors. 
• Working with colleagues to support all of Mellon Educate’s fundraising work, including trusts, foundations, major gift, legacy giving, and capturing stories of change to demonstrate impact to funders. 

Essential Skills and Core Competencies : 

• Proven track record of success in educational grant writing in Sub-Saharan Africa
• Demonstrated education related expertise
• Knowledge of the South-African education system (a distinct advantage)
• Keen understanding of the challenges faced by countries in the developing world
• Experience securing grants from Sovereign funders
• Evidence of success in securing medium and large-scale educational programme funding in the developing world
• Exceptional writing, editing and literacy skills. 
• Ability to write clearly and concisely, producing compelling narratives. 
• Excellent attention to detail. 
• Proven organisational skills.
• Strong capacity to use ICT to improve efficiency and information-sharing across the team. 
• Capacity to work under pressure to tight deadlines. 
• Capacity to prioritise effectively and manage time well. 
• Strong communicator and team player. 
• Enthusiastic and disciplined self-starter, with a target driven approach. 
• Strong financial literacy with competency to plan, manage and track grant expenditure. 
• Skilled relationship and network builder. 
• Flexibility, creativity and a positive work attitude. 
• Track record of producing high-quality grant applications, documentation and presentations. 

Remuneration:

• Salary will be in the region of €50,000 + DOE (depending on experience) on a full-time basis or pro-rata on a part-time basis

Application process:

To apply, please submit your CV and Cover Letter (maximum one page) in MS Word format  (outlining how your motivation, experience and skills fit this role profile) for the attention of  BOTH Gilly Balmer and Zena Dawson at the email address provided.

Closing Date:

The closing date for applications is Monday 24th February by 5pm (GMT)

Closing date: 19th February.

Interviews: 26th February

Role Purpose

Hospices across the UK face challenging times, with increasing demand for services and financial pressures. In response, we are looking for an innovative Director of Income Generation to maintain and grow our existing income streams while leading an ambitious capital campaign to fund the development of a sustainable, purpose-built new hospice.

This is a unique and exciting opportunity to join our team, take ownership of short-, medium-, and long-term income strategies, and make a tangible difference in the lives of our patients and families.

Beaumond House

Through the doors of Beaumond House you will find a lively and vibrant space, filled with life and laughter.  Our staff, volunteers and patients alike bring hope and happiness together in a ‘home from home'. Patients are at the centre of all that we do. We therefore expect all those who come to join our team (in whatever capacity) to ensure that dignity, safety and confidentiality of all patients is respected at all times and that all patients receive the highest possible standard of physical, psychological and spiritual care.  

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and deliver a comprehensive income generation strategy, with a focus on maintaining current income streams, launching a successful capital campaign, and creating sustainable funding models for the new hospice.
• Team Management: Lead, inspire, and manage the Head of Fundraising and Communications and the Head of Retail, ensuring a collaborative and high-performing culture.
• Marketing:  Ensure that an effective marketing and communication plan is in place to help support the 5-year strategy.
• Capital Campaign: Plan and execute a multi-million-pound capital campaign to secure funding for the new hospice building.
• Income Diversification: Identify and implement innovative approaches to diversify income streams, including corporate partnerships, legacy giving, digital initiatives and social enterprise.
• Retail Development: Working with the Head of Retail, oversee the growth of our charity shop income, ensuring profitability and growth.
• Relationship Building: Build strong relationships with donors, corporate partners, and stakeholders to enhance long-term engagement and support. Professionally represent the organisation – both internally and externally – to positively maintain and enhance the profile and reputation of Beaumond House Hospice Care
• Financial Oversight: Oversee budgets across income streams, ensuring strong financial performance and return on investment
• Governance and Compliance: Ensure all activities adhere to relevant legislation and best practices.
• Future Planning: Develop short-, medium, and long-term plans to secure the hospice’s financial sustainability and growth

Skills, Experience and Attributes Required

 Essential:

• Proven success in income generation, including capital campaigns, within the charity or related sectors.
• Strategic leadership experience with the ability to manage and inspire teams.
• Strong financial acumen and experience managing budgets.
• Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills.
• Marketing and digital marketing capability.
• Creative problem-solving abilities and the drive to identify new opportunities.
• Knowledge of fundraising and retail compliance.

Desirable:

• Experience with digital fundraising and e-commerce.
• Understanding of the local community and key stakeholders.

What we ask of you

• That you act in a manner at all times which supports the Vision and Values of Beaumond House
• That you have a positive and proactive approach
• That you are confident and trustworthy

Please note

All roles are subject to receipt of satisfactory references.  Roles may be subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service checks.

This Job Description is intended as a guide only and is not an exhaustive list of duties. It is subject to periodic review with the post holder

Our Vision is to achieve ‘Outstanding Hospice Care, enabling our local communities to live well and die well’

Our Values (Guiding Beliefs) are:

PATIENT CENTRED, WE ‘GO THE EXTRA MILE’ - Every life matters and every moment matters - patients and their families and friends are at the centre of everything we do.

VALUE & SUPPORT OUR PEOPLE – All of our people are important and highly valued, and we support and develop them to be at their best.

OPENNESS & HONESTY, CREATING A SAFE ENVIRONMENT - We provide a safe environment in which feelings may be openly expressed and acknowledged with sensitivity and honesty.

COLLABORATION - We provide a unique and special range of services, in collaboration with our partners in the End of Life Together Alliance.

EFFICIENCY, CARING, PROFESSIONAL - We provide good stewardship of our resources and operate in a professional, caring, and efficient way.

Antibiotic Research UK (ANTRUK) is the UK patient organisation for people impacted by antibiotic and antimicrobial resistance (AMR). Our legitimacy to advocate for change, with policy makers and NHS organisations, comes from our small-scale research projects, our engagement with patients and their families, and from our direct support of patients through our information service and peer-support activities. 
The Operations Manager role is a new and a very crucial one within our growth plans. The postholder will ensure that all aspects of our operations – from direct patient services to back-office support – are of exceptionally high quality.
To be successful in the role you will need proven experience in areas covered by the job description so that you can make immediate impact on appointment. You will also be highly organised, data rational and solution-focussed. Above all, you will be passionate about improving the lives of people in the UK impacted by AMR.
For more details, please see the Role Description

Please note that our website is currently under redevelopment and will be relaunched with a much stronger focus on our role as a Patient Organisation. We are also in the process of re-branding.

Location: Home-Based (with occasional travel across the UK)
Contract: Full-time, Permanent (flexible hours considered)
Salary: £90,000 per annum (Band E – Senior Leadership Team)
Hours: 35 hours per week (part-time / flexible hours considered)

About Magic Breakfast
Magic Breakfast is a dynamic and purpose-driven charity with a bold mission: to ensure no child in the UK starts their school day hungry. The charity provides over 300,000 children with healthy breakfasts every morning, enabling them to focus on their learning. Working with schools in disadvantaged areas, Magic Breakfast is committed to removing hunger as a barrier to education, while also leading research and campaigns for long-term solutions to end child morning hunger. As Magic Breakfast looks to expand its impact, it has ambitious plans for growth in the coming years, making this an exciting time to join the organisation and help scale its operations.

The Role
Magic Breakfast is seeking a visionary Director of Finance and Technology to join its Senior Leadership Team at a pivotal time. With plans for substantial growth, the charity is looking for a leader to help drive both its financial strategy and technological transformation. This role will oversee the charity’s financial operations, ensuring long-term sustainability while driving operational efficiency through innovative technology solutions. The Director will also play a key role in shaping the strategic direction of Magic Outcomes, the charity’s trading subsidiary. Working closely with the CEO and Trustees, this is an opportunity to contribute to Magic Breakfast’s mission on a significant scale.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and delivery of financial and technology strategies to ensure sustainability and support the charity’s growth.
• Oversee financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and compliance.
• Provide strategic insights to the Senior Leadership Team and Trustees to inform key decisions.
• Lead and inspire a multidisciplinary team focused on innovation and operational excellence.
• Implement technology solutions to enhance operational efficiency and user experience.
• Ensure robust risk management processes and compliance with financial and regulatory standards.
• Guide the financial and strategic planning of Magic Outcomes, ensuring alignment with the charity’s mission.

About the Ideal Candidate
The successful candidate will bring:

• Proven senior finance leadership experience, ideally within the charity sector.
• A strong background in financial planning, forecasting, and compliance.
• Experience managing complex transformation projects and organisational change.
• Expertise in technology implementation and data governance.
• A professional accountancy qualification (e.g., ICAEW, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA).
• A passion for Magic Breakfast’s mission to end hunger as a barrier to learning.

Why Join Magic Breakfast?
This is an exciting opportunity to join a charity at a moment of growth and transformation. With plans to scale its operations and reach even more children, the Director of Finance and Technology will play a central role in shaping the future of Magic Breakfast. The role offers a competitive salary, flexible working options, and the chance to contribute to meaningful, long-lasting change in the fight against child hunger.

To Apply
Candidates are invited to submit their CV and a covering letter outlining their qualifications and suitability for the role or reach out toRosemary Pini at Allen Lane who are supporting Magic Breakfast with the recruitment process.

Magic Breakfast is excited to hear from individuals who are committed to creating lasting social impact.

Timeline

Closing Date: 16th February

First Stage Interview: 5th and 6th March

Second stage Interviews: 17th March