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This role will be to support the perpetrator intervention across Wiltshire.
You will be primarily based in Wiltshire supporting the Domestic Abuse Serial Perpetrator (DASP) project, providing bespoke specialist support to perpetrators of domestic abuse. The post holder will work as part of the IOM team within a dynamic, fast paced, crisis intervention, advocacy and support service to ensure that clients who show abusive behaviour are supported through every stage of the process of change. Evening appointments are necessary for this post in Salisbury and Chippenham.
In addition, you will support the delivery of the CPR (Choosing Positive Relationships) Domestic Violence Perpetrator Programme (DVPP), which is an intensive behaviour change programme, designed to increase knowledge and understanding around domestic abuse, the impact on children and healthy relationships. The course teaches tools and strategies to help someone change their behaviour. The CPR group will require weekly evening work in Wiltshire.
The post-holder will be expected to work to Respect standards.
Full training will be available for this role.
Client Based Duties
- Identify and assess the risks and needs of individuals who are abusive in a relationship or other domestic setting, using an evidence-based risk identification checklist.
- Develop personalised risk assessments and safety plans for each service user.
- Advocate for individuals who wish to address their abusive behaviour and show motivation for change with agencies who can help to address the domestic abuse by:
- Understanding the role of all relevant statutory and non-statutory services available to those who are abusive and how your role fits into them.
- Providing advocacy, emotional and practical support and information to individuals, including in relation to drug and alcohol, housing, health and finance.
- Working directly with all key agency partners to address the impact of the abusive behaviour on the safety of high risk victims and ensuring that their safety plans are coordinated.
- Support the client to recognise the abusive behaviour and the effect that it has on their families and assist them in recognising the features and dynamics of domestic abuse present in their situation and help them change unhealthy patterns of behaviour.
- Understand multi-agency partnership structures and work within a multi-agency setting which may include participation at the MAPPA/MARAC. You will contribute interventions and help design a plan to protect victims and any children, while maintaining an independent role on behalf of your client, keeping the victim and any children’s safety as central to any response.
- Ensure support provided is accessible to clients in terms of location and times.
- Be proactive with your line manager in carrying out regular case reviews based on a review of risk and abuse which:
- Feeds back into action planning to further progress, signpost or close cases and;
- Provides feedback to your clients/agencies.
- Help maintain accurate and confidential case management records and databases and contribute to monitoring information for the service.
- Respect and value the diversity of the community in which the services works in, and recognise the needs and concerns of a diverse range of survivors ensuring the service is accessible to all.
- Remain up-to-date and compliant with all organisational procedures policies and professional codes of conduct and uphold standards of best practice.
- Utilizs evaluation and monitoring systems to ensure high standards of service are consistently achieved e.g. Orchards Database.
- Deliver high-quality group work, working in co-operation with your co-facilitator and following a clear manual.
- Have an appropriate attention to data, providing feedback to CPR , your line manager, FearFree and commissioners.
- Work at all times to Respect standards.
- Work closely with other FearFree staff to ensure appropriate support and attention is given to the victim’s needs and those of any children involved.
- Respond proactively to safeguarding concerns, working in partnership with Children’s and Adult’s Social Care.
Working with other agencies
- Work alongside other project partners to ensure that all elements of the project are incorporated into working practices.
- Work in a multi-agency framework to support perpetrators to change their behaviour and help victims and families access relevant support.
- Participate and prepare reports
- Prepare reports for FearFree management as requested.
- Comply with data protection legislation, confidentiality and information sharing policy and procedures and all legislation connected to your work.
- Support colleagues and partner agencies, through awareness raising and institutional advocacy, in order to provide the best possible service for those who are abusive within a family setting.
General
- Work at all times in accordance with the requirements of the Lone Working Policy and Procedure.
- Attend and contribute to team meetings.
- Update written and computerised records with accurate and clear information.
- Contribute to effective team working with a flexible and pro-active approach, including cover for other team members’ holidays and sickness.
- Undertake agreed training and keep updated on changes in legislation, policy and best practice.
- To engage in supervision, annual appraisal and induction training.
Responsibilities
- The post holder will deal with highly confidential information relating to vulnerable people.
- Ensure security of data, especially sensitive personal data, in line with the information security policy
- Work within FearFree’s Policies and Procedures at all times.
- Responsible for security of client information and mobile phone while out of office.
- Employees have responsibilities in respect of health and safety. In particular they will:
- Co-operate at all times with management in the implementation of and adherence to health and safety policy and procedures;
- Take reasonable care for their own safety and for the safety of others who may foreseeably be affected by their actions at work;
- Not intentionally or recklessly interfere with or misuse anything provided for the purpose of health and safety at work;
- Report all health and safety concerns to line managers;
- Assist with the completion of the risk assessment programme.
- Any other duties that may be reasonably required.
It is essential that the post holder is able to respond flexibly to changes in the requirements of this post. This role outline is therefore a guide and not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities the post holder may have over time.
For a full job description/person specification and to apply, please follow the link provided on this website.
FearFree is committed to encouraging equality and diversity in the workplace. We strive to be a diverse and inclusive place to work where we can all be ourselves and individual differences are recognised and valued.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you an experienced Events Manager with a passion for fundraising in an innovative environment?
Great Ormond Street Hospital Charity is hiring for an Events Manager to join our Special Events Team.
This position is a 12 month fixed-term contract. The salary for this position is £35,637 pro rata.
As an Events Manager you will be responsible for:
- Full management of event logistics.
- Managing event budgets.
- Working with and managing high level supporters and committees to develop events income.
- Day to day management of project team members.
- Contribute to the Special Events team business planning process.
What we’re looking for:
- Previous experience working at Event Manager level, ideally within a charity environment.
- Experience working on complex events with significant income targets.
- Experience managing relationships with high-net-worth individuals.
- Budget management experience.
- Strong influencing skills.
- Stakeholder management experience.
- Exceptional communication skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
About the Team
The Special Events team manages a comprehensive and diverse programme of 40-50 events per year to raise funds, raise awareness and support the work of the hospital. The team produce many of the charity flagship events, as well as a range of enrichment events for the patients at the hospital. The team also act as an event agency for the rest of the charity by assisting with their event needs such as drinks receptions and stewardship events.
How to apply
Please click on the apply button in the top right hand corner where you will be taken to a short application form to complete. You are encouraged to include a cover letter with your application and should refer to the ‘Gosh Charity Pack’ on the Careers Page of our website before you apply.
Closing Date: 12th September 2024
What we can offer you
- 30 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
- A flexible approach to working arrangements.
- Access to our enhanced pension scheme
- Life assurance
- Access to various health and wellbeing schemes, including the employee assistance programme.
About The Charity
Every day brings new challenges at Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH). Every day, over 750 seriously ill children from across the UK arrive for life-changing treatments. Every day, young lives hang in the balance as patients, families and staff battle the most complex illnesses. And every day, the brightest minds come together to achieve pioneering medical breakthroughs that change the lives of thousands of children – and change the world. This extraordinary hospital has always depended on charitable support to give seriously ill children the best chance to fulfil their potential. Without donations, Great Ormond Street Hospital Charity can’t help fund ground-breaking research, advanced equipment, child and family support services, and the rebuilding and refurbishment of wards and medical facilities. Our staff help to raise these vital funds for the hospital. A better future for seriously ill
children starts with you.
Along with being awarded the ‘Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2023’, we were delighted to be recently awarded the Charity Times Fundraising Team of the Year 2023.
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
A more diverse workforce will enable us to deliver even more impact and we particularly encourage applications from communities which are under-represented in the charity. This includes people from ethnically diverse backgrounds, disabled people or those with long-term conditions, LGBTQ+ communities, and those from less advantaged socioeconomic backgrounds. Further information on our EDI strategy can be found on our website.
As a Level 2 Disability Confident Committed Employer we are more than happy to make reasonable adjustments wherever possible throughout the recruitment process.
Applications will be reviewed on an on-going basis and we reserve the right to close the role prior to the closing date, should a suitable applicant be found. Therefore, you are encouraged to apply right away, to avoid disappointment.
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Climate and Energy Policy Manager (Scotland)
Job reference: REQ000802
£43,500 pa
Edinburgh EH8 8PJ / Hybrid Working
This is a UK based contract and as such, you are required to have the Right to Work in the UK. Evidence of your Right to Work will be checked prior to interview.
At WWF-UK we’re committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. As a Disability Confident Employer, we acknowledge that some candidates may require additional support to overcome barriers experienced during the application process. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team via our website.
About the role
We’re looking to recruit a Climate and Energy Policy Manager within WWF Scotland’s policy and advocacy team.
As the Climate and Energy Policy Manager (Scotland) you will lead the development and advocacy of solutions and policy positions designed to accelerate Scotland’s response to climate change and ensure Scotland meets its emissions reductions targets in a fair way. This will involve developing our evidence base on climate and energy policy, including commissioning and managing research contracts, preparing briefings and other materials. You will also provide expert understanding and analysis of relevant Scottish governmental policy and legislative activity. You will advocate evidence-based policy to high level decision makers too.
We’re looking for someone with:
· Extensive climate and energy policy development experience, ideally in one or more of the following areas: Scottish and UK Government climate legislation and plans, low carbon heat and energy efficiency, and just transition.
· Proven track record of successfully advocating policy change to decision makers, ideally in Scotland.
· Experience of working in partnership with NGOs, businesses, and other organisations to achieve change.
· Strong understanding of both the UK and Scottish climate and energy political and policy context, institutions, and stakeholders.
· Track record of managing projects from inception to completion, including experience of delivering or commissioning research and managing budgets.
· Strategic thinker who can develop and implement a long-term theory of change required to shift the policy status quo.
· Outstanding team player, able to build networks, with good interpersonal skills.
Benefits, rewards & location
The salary for this role is £43,500pa. We also offer a full benefits and rewards package including
· Annual leave starting at 26 days a year, rising one day each year to a maximum of 30 days plus bank holidays
· Flexible working options
· 5% employer contribution to pension, increased to 10% with employee contribution.
· Training and development opportunities
· Regular wellbeing initiatives.
This role is hybrid and you’ll be required to be in the office 20% of your contracted hours. The job is based at our Edinburgh office.
About WWF-UK
We’re a global conservation charity with hundreds of projects around the world and millions of supporters.
At WWF-UK, we’re bringing our world back to life. Protecting what’s left is not enough – we’re now in a race to restore the natural world and prevent catastrophic climate change before it’s too late. And it’s a race we can still win.
We’re courageous and passionate about fighting for the future we want to see – a world where people and nature can thrive.
We were born out of passion and science, and for more than 60 years we’ve been at the forefront of global efforts to protect wildlife and the natural world. We operate with integrity, collaboratively and with respect for those we work alongside.
How to apply and the recruitment process
Please click on the link and apply via our website by completing the application form and submitting a copy of your up-to-date CV and a supporting statement to highlight what makes you a good fit for us.
Our policies and benefits reflect the importance of people being able to have a good work-life balance and being able to bring their ‘full self’ to work.
Director of Fundraising & Engagement
Location Hybrid/Remote
Contract: Permanent, Full time
Salary £90,000
Join Us in Supporting the Police Community: Director of Fundraising & Engagement
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of those who serve and protect our communities? Do you have the adaptability, empathy, and communication skills to thrive in a dynamic, changing environment? If so, we want to hear from you!
About Police Care UK: Police Care UK is a leading charity dedicated to supporting the police community across the UK. We provide ground-breaking research, innovative solutions, and evidence-based action to help serving and veteran officers, staff, and their families cope with the impact of policing. Following the recent appointment of our new CEO, Renata Gomez, we are entering a new era of innovation and growth, and we are looking for dedicated individuals to join our team and contribute to our mission.
The Role: As the Director of Fundraising & Engagement, you will be responsible for scaling our income up to £10 million within a short timeframe, while developing and implementing innovative fundraising and engagement strategies to support our mission. Reporting directly to the CEO, you will lead and inspire a high-performing fundraising and engagement team, including the Head of Fundraising, Communication and Marketing Manager, and Volunteer Manager.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute an aggressive fundraising and engagement strategy to achieve ambitious income targets, with a focus on rapid growth
- Cultivate and manage relationships with major donors, corporations, and foundations
- Enhance our digital fundraising capabilities and implement innovative engagement strategies
- Build and implement an aggressive communications strategy to increase the charity's public visibility
- Identify and pursue new funding opportunities, including grants and partnerships
- Ensure compliance with UK charity sector regulations and fundraising best practices
- Champion the use of data and insight to drive fundraising decisions and optimize donor management
- Oversee budget management, reporting, and forecasting for the fundraising department
Who We're Looking For:
We are seeking an exceptional Director of Fundraising & Engagement who has:
- Proven track record of rapidly scaling organic fundraising income from £4-5 million to £10 million or beyond
- Extensive experience securing major gifts and managing high-value donor relationships
- Strong understanding of the UK charity sector and fundraising regulations
- Excellent leadership and team management skills, with experience managing multiple direct reports
- Strategic thinking ability and the capacity to execute plans swiftly and effectively
- Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence, motivate, and persuade donors and stakeholders
- Experience with digital fundraising techniques and CRM systems
- Proficiency in budget management, reporting, and forecasting
- Relevant degree or equivalent experience in fundraising, business, or a related field
What We Offer:
At Police Care UK, we believe in investing in our people. When you join our team, you will benefit from:
- A supportive and inclusive work environment
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- The chance to make a real impact on the lives of those who protect our communities
How to Apply: If you are ready to join a forward-thinking charity that values innovation, empathy, and collaboration, we would love to hear from you. You need to submit your CV and a detailed cover letter explaining why you are the right fit for this role. Applications are assessed on a rolling basis, so please apply as soon as you are able.
Police Care UK is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, or religious belief.
Closing date 24-09-2024
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Your new company
Join a dynamic and values-driven organisation committed to providing specialist dementia support and advice, making a significant impact in the community. You will be part of a diverse and dedicated team, working in an environment where collaboration, respect, and professional growth are highly valued.
**Key Details**
- Job Title: Legal and Contracts Manager
- Team: Governance, Compliance, and Risk
- Location: Remote working, with occasional travel to the Head Office in Central London (maximum once monthly)
- Hours: 37.5 hours per week, ideally 9am-5pm, 5 days a week
- Contract: Permanent, full-time
- Salary: £48,000-54,000 (no market supplement or travel allowance)
- Annual Leave: 33 days plus bank holidays
- Interviews: w/c 6 September
Your new role
As the Legal and Contracts Manager, reporting to the charity's Head of Governance, Compliance and Risk, you will provide comprehensive legal advice and support across various aspects of the charity's operations. Your responsibilities will include managing legal and commercial risks, dispute resolution, brand protection, contract negotiation, and policy development. You will work closely with key stakeholders to ensure compliance with legal standards and best practices, while also promoting a culture of continuous improvement in governance and risk management. You will be responsible for maintaining an up-to-date contract log, preparing information for the board of trustees, and working closely with the procurement manager in the finance team.
What you'll need to succeed
- A degree in law (LLB) or equivalent, with a minimum of 5 years of experience as a solicitor/barrister or contract manager.
- Proven experience in a similar role within a charity or non-profit organisation.
- Strong understanding of charity law, contract law, and relevant regulatory frameworks.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex legal issues clearly.
- Strong interpersonal and influencing skills, with the ability to negotiate and draft complex contracts.
- High attention to detail, analytical skills, and the ability to assess risks and develop strategic solutions.
- A commitment to the mission and values of the charity.
- A valid DBS.
What you'll get in return
- Competitive Remuneration: £48,000-54,000
- Annual Leave: 33 days plus bank holidays.
- Pension Contributions: 8% employer pension contribution (Aviva) or access to continue NHS Pension.
- Flexible Working: Remote with occasional travel to Central London offices.
- Other Benefits: Enhanced parental pay, health cashback plan, employee assistance programme.
- Impact: The opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting a leading healthcare charity.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.
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Sussex Community Foundation is a registered charity that exists to make Sussex a fairer and more equal place. We do this by enabling local people to support local causes, making grants to small charities and voluntary groups working in communities across Sussex.
Sussex Community Foundation is seeking a Grants Officer to work closely with the Head of Grants Programmes and wider team to support the management of the Chagossian Fund, one of the additional programmes managed by the Foundation and funded by the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO).
Working in close partnership with FCDO and other local partners, you will ensure that the programme provides efficient and effective grant making support to meet the needs of Chagossian people living in Sussex.
The Sussex Community Foundation office is based in Lewes and there is regular travel to Crawley with the possibility of office space there.
Staff are working on a hybrid basis, attending the office 2-3 days per week.
At Sussex Community Foundation, we are working hard to create a diverse and fully inclusive culture where everyone feels valued, regardless of background, identity, or ability. We encourage and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and different communities. We know there are many ways to gain experience, so if you think you can do the job, please apply and tell us how you meet the criteria.
To Apply
Please submit your cv, with a covering letter explaining how you meet the requirements of the person specification. We are using the Charity Job anonymised recruitment process therefore all applications should go through this channel.
Applications which do not demonstrate essential experience in the covering letter will not be shortlisted.
We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know, and we will work to accommodate your needs.
The closing date for applications is Monday 9th September 2024 midday
Interviews will be held during the week commencing 16th September 2024
Please ensure that you submit a covering letter to support your application.
To champion and enable all who want to make a positive contribution to our local area through effective philanthropy and community action.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Join us as a Clinical Services Matron, helping shape a team to achieve one collaborative goal; Empowering Choice, Transforming Lives
This role is being advertised as a Clinical Lead however the successful applicant will be employed as a Clinical Services Matron.
⌚ Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours per week with core hours 8am-4pm, Monday to Friday with the occasional Saturday shift
Lead our Clinical Team and Be the Driving Force Behind Our Mission!
Reporting directly to the Regional General Manager (RGM), you'll be the driving force behind a new established clinical team, leading and inspiring them to increase their skills and knowledge. Your leadership will ensure that our clinical goals not only align with our vision but also focus on safety, exceptional client experiences, and sustainability. Expect some travel during the training period as you play a key role in seamlessly coordinating our services.
Be the Gold Standard in Clinical Excellence: Inspire, Improve, and Collaborate for Outstanding Client Care!
You'll be the champion of continuous improvement, inspiring your team to deliver outstanding client care. By setting the highest standards in clinical practice, you'll be the gold standard everyone aspires to. Your collaboration will help forge strong partnerships with our Operational and Clinical departments, crucial for our success. If you've got experience in clinical management and leadership, know how to motivate a team to deliver outstanding client care, and hold a valid Nursing and Midwifery PIN, we want you on our team!
Support in Our Regional Expansion: Lead the Setup of New Sites and Build Our Future Team!
During the first 6-12 months, you'll be instrumental in setting up new sites across the region, including:
- Assisting the RGM with strategic planning and executing new site launches
- Working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth integration of operations, technology, and personnel
- Leading recruitment, induction, and training for a full-service delivery team
The job description for this role is the 'BAU' following initial site and service mobilisation and travel across the Region and to other Regions will be expected.
What’s in it for you?
In addition to a competitive salary and a supportive work environment, we offer an impressive benefits package that goes beyond the basics:
- Financial Reward: Take advantage of Free Parking, a competitive salary with opportunities for progression, up to 5% employer pension contribution and thousands of perks through Blue Light card!
- Health and Wellness: Access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, Doctor Line for over-the-phone GP consultations, and dedicated Mental Health First Aiders.
- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a flexible schedule, a Birthday Bonus day off, and competitive family-friendly benefits.
- Career Development: Paid training, opportunities for accredited apprenticeship programs, and potential for career progression.
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Are you driven to campaign for better access to vital support and services? Are you passionate about advocating for those who need their voices heard? We are looking for a dedicated Senior Campaigns Officer to join our team and drive positive change for the MND Community.
Working closely with our National Campaigns Manager and Public Affairs Manager to plan, develop, and deliver impactful campaigns that improve access to essential support and services for people living with and affected Motor Neurone Disease (MND). You will collaborate with colleagues in the Services and Partnerships and Policy and Campaigns teams to identify challenges and failures in local services, turning these insights into powerful integrated local campaigns that bring about meaningful change.
Working with volunteers is a crucial aspect of this role. Engaging with both online and offline volunteers, you will provide them with the tools and support they need to amplify our campaigns. By creating compelling campaign assets, such as emails, toolkits, and reports, you will help to ensure our message reaches a wide audience.
You will represent the Association in collaborations with external stakeholders, including coalitions, to further our campaigning goals. Your efforts will contribute directly to the planning, execution, and evaluation of campaigns and events across England, Wales, and Northern Ireland, ensuring we meet our objectives, deliver against targets, and make a tangible impact.
Additionally, you will support the Policy & Campaigns Assistant in managing correspondence and enquiries, ensuring people living with and affected by MND are not only heard but are actively involved in shaping and delivering our campaigns. By working closely with colleagues across the Association, you will help to increase our profile, reach, and engagement, ensuring that our campaigns are as effective and far-reaching as possible.
Hybrid Working Expectations: 2 days per week office attendance
(Flexibility to attend the office more regularly on occasion may be required to meet business needs.)
We understand the importance of work-life balance and are committed to supporting our employees' needs. We are open to part-time applications and job shares. If you are looking for flexibility, please clearly indicate your preferred working arrangement in your supporting statement.
What are we looking for?
Experience in developing, planning, and delivering effective campaign strategies that drive real change. Your experience will include creating compelling campaign materials and engaging a range of campaigning actions.
Experience of managing or working with volunteers in a campaign setting (or equivalent volunteering experience) is essential.
You will have excellent communication skills, and be confident in presenting ideas clearly.
You must be proficient in Microsoft Office, and flexible in your working hours, including evenings and weekends. Regular travel within the UK will also be required, with occasional overnight stays.
For full role responsibilities please view the job description located within the Candidate Pack.
Our Benefits
- 28 days holiday, rising to 33 days after 5 years' service, plus Bank Holidays
- Access to UK Healthcare which includes reimbursement for dental appointments, eyecare, Health & Wellbeing screening and therapies
- Access to a 24/7 phone and video GP Service
- Life assurance
- Confidential counselling helplines
- Salary sacrifice schemes to include: Cycle to work & Buy and sell annual leave
- BenefitHub which offers lifestyle discounts and offers on everyday shopping
- Enhanced pension scheme
- Opportunities for training and personal development
- Hybrid working
About Us
Our vision is a world free from MND. Our mission is to improve care and support for people with MND, their families and carers. We fund and promote research that leads to new understanding and treatments and brings us closer to a cure for MND. The Association also campaigns and raises awareness so the needs of people with MND, and everyone who cares for them, are recognised, and addressed by wider society.
We are committed to equality and value diversity. We are working hard to remove perceived and actual barriers to participation for people with and affected by MND, current and future staff, volunteers, and stakeholders.
We guarantee interviews for disabled applicants that meet the requirements of the role as part of our commitment to the Disability Confident Scheme.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Adverts may be closed early, or interviews arranged once sufficient applications are received. Early applications are encouraged.
Sponsorship: If you require sponsorship for this role, you must clearly declare this with/on your application form so that we can consider whether you meet the eligibility criteria for sponsorship, either as a skilled worker or new entrant.
Reasonable Adjustments and Alternative Applications: Should you need any adjustments to the recruitment process, at either application or interview please contact us for support.
To provide an inclusive application process, we are open to receiving alternative applications from candidates who may find it difficult to complete our online form.
Recruitment Agencies: We work hard to fill our roles directly and request that recruitment agencies do not contact us in relation to this role.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Hours: 35 hours per week, part time will be considered minimum 28 hours.
As the leading specialist mental health charity for women who have experienced domestic abuse, Woman’s Trust is on a mission to help women and their children to overcome the devastating mental health impact of Domestic Abuse. This is a pivotal time to join our Communications team.
As the Senior Communications Manager, you will be responsible for proactive and reactive media relations; effective engagement on social media; developing engaging content for our website; supporting on Calls for Evidence and drafting copy for marketing materials, including our e-newsletter. A highly autonomous role, you will work closely with our fundraising, counselling, and research teams. You will plan and deliver effective communications that reach, engage, motivate, and resonate with media, clients, fundraisers, and policy makers across a range of channels.
Woman's Trust
The charity was originally established by a group of survivors and Counsellors to meet the gap in specialist mental health services, designed by and for women, to ensure that women affected by DA can live a life free from further harm and abuse.
This is a pivotal time to join the Woman’s Trust Communication’s team, as we want to generate more awareness of our work, capitalising on our unique position in the women’s and mental health sectors. We want to proactively get organisations involved in the conversations that matter – while reflecting the confidential nature and sensitivities around domestic abuse and mental health.
If you are looking to make a real impact in your Communications career, then we would like to hear from you, so please do get in touch.
To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter of no more than 2 pages outlining your experience, skills and knowledge, relevant to this post and showing us, through examples, why we should choose you.
Please also provide us with the details of two referees. We require their name, contact information, and relationship to you. Referees will not be contacted until an offer of employment is made.
Interviews will be held on a rolling basis.
Closing date for applications: Monday, 16th September 2024.
Please note, that this post is open to female applicants only, the Equality Act 100 pursuant to Schedule, 9 Part 1 applies. Thank you again for your interest in our work.
To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter of no more than 2 pages outlining your experience, skills and knowledge, relevant to this post and showing us, through examples, why we should choose you.
Please also provide us with the details of two referees. We require their name, contact information, and relationship to you. Referees will not be contacted until an offer of employment is made.
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Adult Therapy Delivery Manager & Clinical Lead
Due to significant growth over the last few years, we have a rewarding opportunity for an Adult Therapy Delivery Manager & Clinical Lead to join the team.
Position: Adult Therapy Delivery Manager & Clinical Lead
Location: Ripley Derbyshire, including travel to other sites, with some home working considered
Hours: Part-time, 30 hours per week with flexible working available between 8am and 6pm
Salary: £39,535.00 per annum pro rata (actual salary £31,628.00 for 30hrs per week)
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: 1st September. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Interview Date: First interview 26th September and second interview 3rd October
The Role
You will manage the provision of a high quality, specialist service to victims of sexual violence and manage the Adult Therapy Service which offers face to face, telephone and online therapeutic support, counselling sessions (including pre-trial therapy and fast track therapy) and support groups to individuals (and secondary survivors) who have experienced sexual abuse or rape.
You will be the named contact with BACP and to provide direct line management of the Adult Therapy Team, which works within a multi-agency setting to provide an empathic and pro-active service to victims of sexual abuse, adults and children and their families, within and outside of the criminal justice system, across the county. The Therapy Services are funded through multiple grants and contracts.
Demonstrating well developed leadership skills, decisive operational accountability and an ability to work well independently, you will be responsible for the overall management, leadership and development of clinical staff and volunteers.
About You
With a minimum of a Post Graduate Diploma in Counselling or Psychotherapy, you will have accredited status with BACP, NCS or other equivalent body and 750 hours post qualification practice.
You will also have:
- Experience in managing and supporting staff to deliver services effectively
- A minimum of three years’ experience working specifically with this client group
- A minimum of two years’ experience of undertaking therapeutic assessments
A valid driving licence and access to your own transport which will need to be insured for business use is essential in this role.
We're keen to hear from you if you are looking for a new and exciting challenge.
This role is subject to Enhanced DBS certification and Police Vetting due to the nature of our services. You can find out more about our recruitment of ex-offenders policy by contacting us.
The Organisation
This charity has been supporting victims and survivors of sexual abuse since 1994, and today provides a range of services to anyone in Derbyshire and Derby City who has experienced sexual abuse, assault or violence, including their friends and family members, irrespective of age, gender or when the abuse occurred.
Benefits include:
- Additional leave
- Company pension
- Flexitime
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
- Potential home working one day per week
You may also have experience in areas such as Counselling, Psychotherapy, Therapy, Adult Therapy, Clinical, BACP, NCS, Rape, Crisis, Victim, Counselling Lead, Psychotherapy Lead, Therapy Lead, Adult Therapy Lead, Clinical Lead, Counsellor, Lead Counsellor, Head Counsellor, Principal Counsellor, Counsellor Lead, Counselling Manager, Clinical Manager.
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Project Management Office Specialist
Location: Hybrid/Remote
Contract: Fixed Term Contract, Full time
Salary: £55,000 - £60,000
Join Us in Supporting the Police Community: Project Management Office Specialist at Police Care UK
Are you a seasoned project management professional with a passion for driving change and innovation? Do you have the strategic mindset, organizational skills, and collaborative approach to provide governance and oversight for a portfolio of complex projects? If so, we want to hear from you!
About Police Care UK: Police Care UK is a leading charity dedicated to supporting the police community across the UK. We provide ground-breaking research, innovative solutions, and evidence-based action to help serving and veteran officers, staff, and their families cope with the impact of policing. Following a period of transformation, we are entering a new era of growth and development, and we are looking for dedicated individuals to join our team and contribute to our mission.
The Role: As the Project Management Office Specialist, you will play a crucial role in implementing project standards across the organization, ensuring consistency and quality. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, you will manage a portfolio of projects, providing governance and oversight to achieve our charity's objectives. Collaborating closely with staff, you will facilitate communication, monitor resources and budgets, and deliver regular reports to senior management.
Key Responsibilities:
- Implement project standards and best practices to drive consistency and quality
- Develop and manage a portfolio of projects, aligning them with the charity's strategic goals
- Provide governance and oversight for all project activities, ensuring effective communication and collaboration
- Manage resources, timelines, and budgets to achieve project goals
- Deliver regular reports to senior management on project status, risks, and outcomes
- Gain a thorough understanding of interdependencies between projects and their impact on the charity
- Develop and own the charity's dashboard and reporting tools
- Conduct regular reviews and audits to assess adherence to standards and identify areas for improvement
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement and implement best practices across the organization
Who We're Looking For:
We are seeking an experienced Project Management Office Specialist who has:
- Proven experience in PMO leadership, with a track record of setting up and managing PMOs
- Excellent organizational and communication skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels
- Proficiency in project management software and methodologies, such as agile, waterfall, PMBOK, PRINCE2, or ISO 21500
- A strategic mindset with the ability to anticipate future challenges and opportunities
- Experience in the management of a portfolio of projects across a business function
- Proficiency in project management, resource planning, and risk management
- A bachelor's degree or equivalent, and a relevant project management certification (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2)
What We Offer: At Police Care UK, we believe in investing in our people. When you join our team, you'll benefit from a supportive and inclusive work environment, opportunities for professional growth and development, and the chance to impact the lives of those who protect our communities.
How to Apply:If you're ready to join a forward-thinking charity that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement, we'd love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a detailed cover letter explaining why you're the right fit for this role. Applications are assessed on a rolling basis, so please apply as soon as you are able.
Police Care UK is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, or religious belief.
Closing date 24-09-2024
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Your new company
This organisation is the largest independent regulator of the UK's 710,000 registered nurses, midwives and nursing associates.
This regulator sets the qualifications students must achieve to step into their first job with the right skills and knowledge to look after patients, mothers, and the public with kindness, skill, respect and compassion. Better and safer care for people is at the heart of what we do, supporting nurses, midwives and nursing associates across the UK to strive for the highest standards. By promoting professionalism, we help to inspire confidence amongst the public and pride amongst nurses, midwives and nursing associates. Held in high regard, they are able to act as leaders in their communities.
Your new role
To provide support to the Assistant Registrar and team in enabling them to make informed decisions regarding applications to the register and following the Registrar's decision to assist in the management of the Registrar's appeal process.
Case management of registration applications
- Manage a caseload of registration applications. Gather evidence in order to ensure the Registrar is able to make informed judgements and decisions.
- Evaluate whether applications for renewal or readmission satisfy the post-registration education and practice standards.
- Assess information provided by the applicants and from other relevant sources.
- Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to ensure that the management of cases is supported by the appropriate expert advice, including the police service and medical professionals and employers.
- Act as the contact point for the applicants, responding to their queries and proactively updating them on the progress of their cases.
- Investigate any issues that may affect the Registrar's judgement on registration applications. Issues of whether the applicant is safe and effective to practise, whether they hold approved qualifications and whether they satisfy the prescribed standards of continual professional development.
- Quality assure each case prior to presentation to the Registrar, ensuring all relevant information is presented.
- Prepare reports and present cases to the Registrar for decision and offer advice on cases when required.
- Minute meetings to ensure decisions are accurately recorded and updated. Relay these decisions to applicants in line with SOP.
Case management of Registration appeals
- Manage a caseload of appeals ensuring that cases are created appropriately and managed in line with standard operating procedures
- Act as the contact point for the appellants, responding to their queries and proactively updating them on the progress of their cases.
- Engage with all stakeholders, including witnesses, employers and other organisations as required. Write witness statements and take evidence from witnesses.
- Liaise with members of registration and legal advisors to ensure that appeals are managed through investigation within the agreed timescales and KPI's.
- Record the outcome of appeal hearings and meetings, updating the in-house and other data recording systems.
What you'll need to succeed
- Casework management, able to organise, prioritise and respond flexibly to changing demands. Able to work proactively to deliver against targets and tight deadlines.
- Good communication skills. A clear and assured communicator both verbally and in writing. Able to present information clearly and listen actively.
- Able to understand and explain complex policy and legislation to internal and external stakeholders, with the ability to display empathy and understanding whilst dealing with customers.
- Experience of working with sensitive personal information and appropriate data protection measures. Excellent attention to detail when dealing with sensitive information.
What you'll get in return
The client is looking for a Case Officer to join the team asap.
The role is on a hybrid working pattern for 2 days in the office in Stratford, and 3 days working from home.
What you need to do now
If you have the above recent skills and if you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.
The client is reviewing CV's and looking to hold meetings in the week of the 16th of September 2024. Start date circa the beginning of October for a 6-month duration.
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Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Are you a Chartered Surveyor passionate about property management and looking for an exciting new challenge? Join us at the heart of our retail operations as a Property Management Surveyor and play a pivotal role in managing our extensive portfolio of over 700 shops and stores.
About the role
As a Property Management Surveyor, you'll be the expert at the forefront, actively resolving landlord-related disputes and maintenance issues. Your day-to-day will involve providing professional advice, interpreting lease obligations, and ensuring a safe environment for our staff and volunteers. You'll also take charge of business rates across the portfolio, manage external rating consultants, and handle budgeting and payment approvals.
Key responsibilities include:
- Managing complex legal disputes related to property management, including failures to repair, rights of way disputes, and health and safety breaches
- Conducting site inspections to resolve critical cases and ensure compliance with lease covenants
- Close liaison and strategic advice to our retail colleagues and senior teams together with managing an Assistant Property Management Surveyor
- Offering expert rating advice with a thorough understanding of Charitable, Discretionary and Transitional Relief and the appeal process ensuring BHF receives top-notch advice and value for money
- Working in partnership with the wider Property Team to ensure quick resolution of cases to minimise store disruption.
Working arrangements
This is a blended role, where your work will be dual located between your home and our London office (NW1 7AW).
At BHF we believe in the power of being together, so our colleagues on blended contracts can expect to spend some time in their office, at least one day each week, on average. The use of our office spaces is driven in part by your role and the activities you need to do. This may vary from time to time, so you will need to work in a flexible way to unlock your best work for our cause.
Need more help balancing your work and home life? Talk to us about what flexibility is available at the application or interview stage.
About you
As our successful candidate you will be a Chartered Surveyor (MRICS/FRICS) with a full understanding of Codes of Practice and Landlord & Tenant Legislation.
You’ll have strong commercial property expertise, particularly in managing a large retail property portfolio and sound understanding of current property issues, markets and law.
To be successful in this role you will:
- be highly organised with excellent attention to detail
- have excellent communication skills, interpersonal and influencing skills
- be able to develop and maintain strong working relationships, within the BHF and with external partners
- be a results-oriented individual
- have strong decision-making skills that are analytical, commercial and pragmatic
About us
At the British Heart Foundation, we are focused on the urgent need to fund more research into heart and circulatory diseases like heart diseases, stroke, vascular dementia, and the conditions that cause them, to find answers fit for 21st century challenges. We are independent, have more than fifty years of breakthroughs under our belts and continue to fund lifesaving research.
We value and respect every individual’s unique contribution, celebrate diversity, and make inclusion part of what we do every day.
Our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Strategy, Igniting Change, along with our internal EDI group, Kaleidoscope, and a growing number of employee network groups (our Affinity Groups), help us create an environment where all our colleagues and volunteers can succeed.
What can we offer you?
Our benefits include:
- 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Private medical insurance, dental health cover, and money towards gym membership
- Pension scheme with employer contribution up to 10%
- Full pay for 12 weeks for family leave including maternity, paternity and adoption leave
- Life assurance
- Extra paid leave of up to 10 days to support colleagues who may need more time off work to look after themselves or others close to them
To find out more about the benefits available at the BHF please download our benefits document at the bottom of our advert page.
Interview process
1st stage interviews will be held over MS Teams w/c 16th September. 2nd interviews will take place at our London head office (NW1 7AW) w/c 23rd September.
Our vision is a world free from the fear of heart and circulatory diseases.
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National Voices
Making what matters to people matter in health and care
National Voices is the leading coalition of health and social care charities in England. We have around 200 members covering a diverse range of health conditions and communities, connecting us with the experiences of millions of people. We work together to strengthen the voice of people: patients, service users, carers, their families, and the voluntary organisations that work for them.
Our Vision:
People shaping their health and care.
Our Mission:
We advocate for more inclusive and person-centred health and care, shaped by the people who use and need it the most.
We do this by:
· Understanding and advocating for what matters to people especially those living with health conditions and groups who experience inequalities
· Finding common cause across communities and conditions by working with member charities and those they support
· Connecting and convening charities, decision makers and citizens to work together to change health and care for good.
The Role
The post holder will provide administrative support to all aspects of National Voices work from a governance and operational perspective. Responsibilities include supporting our Board and committees, supporting our finances, human resources, contract, grants and project management, and our governance.
This role provides an excellent opportunity to learn more about what an organisation needs to run well, but we are looking for someone who already has some experience of working in an administrative, operational or financial role. Working in a small organisation you will work closely with the senior leadership, trustees and a wide range of stakeholders. We can provide training on any of the more technical skills (book-keeping, annual reporting, HR) – we are looking for aptitude, a willingness to learn and an ability to confidently work with a range of systems and processes.
Responsibilities
Governance
Support administrating governance across the charity, working closely with our Director of Operations & Finance, Trustees, and senior management.
· Support our Audit and Risk Committee
· Support the CEO’s EA (Executive Assistant) in the organisation of our Annual General Meeting
· Work with the EA to the CEO to ensure an effective approach to managing the Board of Trustees, its meetings, policies and inductions
Financial management
The post holder will manage the day-to-day finances of our busy team, working closely with our by our Director of Finance and Operations. This will involve:
· Raise invoices and follow up on payment issues
· Support our day-to-day banking including setting up payments and undertaking bank reconciliations
· Process expenses, ensuring compliance with policy
Business systems and processes
Support the team by maintaining fit for purpose systems, premises, and processes for HR, project management and office management.
HR/Personnel
· Support the team with recruitment and onboarding of new staff
· Maintain and support the use of our HR platform capturing absence and compliance
Systems and premises
· Assist the EA with the management of the day-to-day relationship with our serviced office provider
· Support staff with using the office and facilities, including ordering stationary and refreshments, setting up passes, booking meeting rooms etc.
· Manage incoming mail
Events
· Support our events programme working closely with the EA to provide cover where needed, leading on some events and supporting across our entire events programme.
· Provide technical support to events and larger meetings
· Supporting the creation and editing of materials for events and presentations
· Be prepared to cover for full day events as and when necessary
Person specification
Attitudes and behaviours
· Highly organised, with the ability to stick to timelines and follow processes.
· Excellent people skills, able to work collaboratively and flexibly in a small, friendly team, and communicate and collaborate with a wide range of people at all levels
· Ability to embed clear and reliable processes amongst a team of creative and busy people
· Discretion when dealing with confidential, for example HR related information
· Able to work independently
· An appreciation of and commitment to National Voices’ vision, mission and values.
· As part of this role, you will need to understand other team members roles and to support the team on a wider set of activities where required, in response to capacity or demand. This will include other members of the team being on annual & other leave.
Experience and knowledge: Essential
· Experience of providing administrative or office support
· Demonstrably numerate
· Confident in using the full suite of Microsoft 360 applications
Experience and knowledge: Desirable
· Experience of governance and/or operations and finance, ideally in the voluntary sector
· Experience of working with contractors and suppliers
· Knowledge of IT systems and ability to troubleshoot minor IT issues
· Knowledge of CRM systems
· Knowledge and understanding of health and care sector, or voluntary sector
Our approach to hybrid working
We recognise the importance of coming together regularly, in-person, as a team, so we can share learnings and spend social time with each other. We also recognise that people need flexibility, and that homeworking enables focused work and can fit well in people’s lives.
We ask all staff to take part in pre-arranged team meetings which take place every six weeks in our office space. We also might ask you to meet in-person with members of your team from time to time, or to be available for face-to-face meetings with clients and partners where this enhances the work.
We assume that this would usually not amount to more than one day per fortnight for people who work full time.
We are happy to discuss how this sits in your life. This can be agreed by your line manager.
Application guidance
Please submit a cover letter (max 800 words) along with a CV to apply.
Applications should be addressed to our Director of Finance and Operations, Matthew Haslehurst and submitted through CharityJob.
Please specify any access or other requirements of which we need to be aware for the online interview.
The deadline for applications is Sunday 8 September 2024 at 11:59 pm.
The interviews will take place the week commencing Monday 16 September 2024 on Microsoft Teams.
Details of an interview task and interview questions will be emailed to you prior to the interview.
We are committed to diversifying our team in order to broaden the insight and experiences we can draw on, and to do our work more credibly. So we strongly encourage people from a Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic background, and people who live with health conditions or disability to apply. Our offices are fully accessible. Women are currently overrepresented in our team, and we particularly invite applications from men and non-binary people.
Please submit a cover letter (max 800 words) along with a CV to apply.
Applications should be addressed to our Director of Finance and Operations Matthew Haslehurst and submitted through CharityJob.
Please specify any access or other requirements of which we need to be aware for the online interview.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Living Wage Foundation
The Living Wage Foundation was launched in 2011 by Citizens UK to tackle in-work poverty and ensure that workers earn enough to live on and participate in family and community life. Citizens UK is the home of community organising with diverse civil society alliances set up to develop leaders to work on the issues that matter to them, such as the Living Wage. Other projects include PACT (Parents and the Community Together) and Sponsor Refugees to add depth to the impact of Citizens UK’s work.
The Living Wage is a movement of businesses, organisations and people who believe that a hard day’s work deserves a fair day’s pay. The real Living Wage is an independently-calculated hourly rate based on the cost of living and announced each November during Living Wage Week, our annual celebration of a growing network of over 15,000 Living Wage Employers.
The Living Wage Foundation celebrates employers that voluntarily choose to pay the real Living Wage through an accreditation scheme that recognises a long-term commitment to fair pay and has secured pay rises for over 480,000 low paid workers.
The Living Wage Foundation is part of Citizens UK – a community organising charity which works with a broad base of institutions across the political spectrum. At the Living Wage Foundation, we take a deliberately broad-based approach and accredit all organisations who pay the real Living Wage to their directly and indirectly employed staff and are committed to tackling in work poverty. As a team we work across a range of industries and sectors to achieve this mission. We seek pragmatic coalitions in order to progress specific campaigns, and partnership around a particular issue such as Living Wage, does not imply an endorsement of broader purpose and policies.
Citizens UK
Citizens UK is the biggest, most diverse and most effective people-powered alliance of local communities working together for the common good. Our mission is to develop leaders, strengthen civic organisations and make change. Our 550 member communities are deeply rooted in their local areas and connect every day to the lives of hundreds of thousands of people. Through the method of community organising we enable people experiencing powerlessness to develop their leadership and come together with the power and strategy to make change.
This leads to hundreds of neighbourhood improvements - from zebra crossings outside primary schools to renovated public toilets in cemeteries. And it leads to some of the biggest campaign impacts in the UK, such as winning over £3 billion of wages through the UK Living Wage campaign, securing a legal cap on the cost of credit to control exploitative lending, and ending the detention of children for immigration purposes. We enable local campaigns to grow into large-scale social change projects such as the Living Wage Foundation, Parents and Communities Together (PACT), Sponsor Refugees, and Refugees for Justice, that form an integral part of our theory of change. The most prominent of these is the rapidly growing Living Wage Foundation with a network of almost 15,000 accredited Living Wage Employers across the UK.
Purpose
The Living Wage Foundation has an exciting opportunity to join our dynamic team as a Communications Officer. We are looking for an exceptionally motivated and organised individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced, high-profile communications environment.
The role will support the objectives of the Living Wage Foundation by communicating our work to a wide range of audiences, including senior business leaders and politicians, through a mix of communications methods: social media, newsletters, media outlets, website and internal communications channels.
The post holder will be responsible for day-to-day monitoring and management of our social media channels, supporting with written and visual content creation for the Living Wage Foundation, and will support the development of press campaigns to build awareness of the Living Wage Foundation’s work. The role will work closely to support the Communications team’s work and help communicate the work of the wider-team and our employer network.
This post will be joining a Communications team that spans media, digital communications, research and events, with colleagues based across the UK with monthly in-person team meetings.
The role is also responsible for key communications with our network of over 15,000 accredited Living Wage Employers, including our monthly newsletters, blogs, videos and case studies to celebrate our network of accredited employers
The position would suit an applicant with strong written and communication skills, with some experience of working within a communications team and a passion for social media and content creation.
This is an entry level role and we don’t expect you to have experience of all areas of this job, training will be provided to help you develop into this role.
Main Responsibilities
Social Media and Website
· Oversee our digital communications channels to raise awareness of the Living Wage and our wider accreditation schemes, champion responsible employers and grow our movement.
· Help the team keep up to date with social media trends and opportunities.
· Create, manage and schedule posts for our Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram accounts, tailoring the content to different channels and audiences.
· Monitor our social media channels, replying to enquiries from the public and our networks of supporters and employers and flagging any potential issues to the wider team
· Source and create original content for both the Living Wage Foundation and external websites, including creating blog posts, news, guidance, and general pages.
· Audit and review existing website content to ensure it is effective and up-to-date. Support on improvements and developments where necessary.
Internal Communications
· Administrate and facilitate communications team meetings.
· Communications support for key events and campaign moments including the annual Champion Awards and Living Wage Week.
Situational Awareness and Research
· Help the team keep up to date with social media trends and opportunities.
· Monitor and evaluate media campaigns and reports.
Strategy Development· Contribute to media strategies and plans that help to win public and political support for the Living Wage Foundation and its work.Reputational Risk and Management
· Monitor our social media channels, replying to enquiries from the public and our networks of supporters and employers, and flagging any potential issues to the wider team.
· Participate in the out-of-hours duty press (being on hand to very occasionally answer emails and phone calls in the evenings or weekends).
Content Creation and Dissemination
· Working with the communication team, design and implement engaging digital engagement campaigns for Living Wage Employers and supporters, and to support Living Wage Foundation campaigns.
· Design communications collateral to increase engagement on social media, including the creation and editing of short-form videos for our online channels and creation of social media graphics.
· Improve our digital offering for our network of accredited Living Wage, Living Hours, and Living Pension Employers by creating resources and improving our communications support.
· Liaise with the Living Wage and Citizens UK team to keep up-to-date with news to share with key stakeholders.
· Collate and summarize content to schedule newsletters and updates for our varied audiences.
· Support in the adoption of updated brand across our communications content and materials, supporting others to use brand and tone of voice guidelines.
· Write compelling press releases, blogs, and opinion editorials to promote the Living Wage Foundation’s work.
· Work with colleagues to develop case studies and ensure stories of low pay and the Living Wage are told effectively across all our internal and external communications channels.
· Build effective relationships with the media, colleagues, and other stakeholders to find new ways to raise our profile.
Key skills
Essential
· An interest and enthusiasm for communications and marketing, and the mission of the Living Wage Foundation
· Interest in media and the news landscape
· Excellent knowledge of a wide range of social media channels
· Strong written and verbal communication skills including the ability to write for different audiences
· Excellent attention to detail
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Ability to create high-quality and engaging content for social media (whether for a personal or business account) and a good understanding of what makes compelling content
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Strong analytical skills and ability to evaluate the success of a campaign
· Ability to build strong relationships with colleagues and external stakeholders
· Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with a wide variety of stakeholders
· Ability to juggle and prioritise competing demands
· Highly self-motivated with ability to work well independently as well as part of a team
· Good IT skills, including experience using Microsoft Office
· Creative thinker and problem solver
· Excellent planning, organisation, and prioritisation skills.
· Creative with an eye for design and ability to come up with new ideas for content
Desirable
· Experience using graphic design software (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite).
· Experience filming and editing video content
· Experience with website and content management platforms.
Interviews will take place Thursday 5th September (subject to change).
About the Application Process
We work within diverse communities bringing people together. In line with our Inclusion value, we would love to see applications from LGBTQIA+ people, people from racialised communities, people living with disabilities and people of faith, all to better represent the communities we work in. We want our employees to have the working conditions that allows them to fully participate, be able to be their best authentic selves and thrive doing so, and we have employee networks to support staff. Even if you don’t quite meet all the required criteria still consider applying, as we invest in our employees and support them to develop the skills and knowledge required to deliver their role.
Got any more questions?
If you would like further information on the role, the organisation, or our commitment to addressing under-representation and the development and progression of all colleagues, we would be happy to answer any questions.
We will be holding a webinar on 28th August at 12pm (register here) where anyone can attend to find out more about the role, all enquiries welcome. In the past, candidates have found this a helpful space for understanding whether the role is right for them.