Campaigning Jobs in Lambeth, Greater London
Reports to: Head of Operations
Responsible for (personnel): N/A
Start date: November 2024 or ASAP thereafter
Based in: London (NW1) / hybrid (Tues and Thurs are in-office days) with occasional opportunities for international travel
Type of role: Full time, permanent
Salary: £32,000 per annum plus health insurance
Application deadline: 23:59 on 17 Nov 2024
Date of first round interview: TBC
About DMI
Development Media International (DMI) delivers media campaigns aimed at changing behaviours, promoting health and saving lives in developing countries. We are the first organisation to scientifically demonstrate that mass media can increase life-saving behaviours (see the results of our RCT that proved our interventions can save thousands of children’s lives, here).
DMI has two priorities: first, to continue to generate ground-breaking research, second, to take our proven strategies to scale, saving as many lives as possible. We work across a range of health issues, including child survival, sexual and reproductive health, nutrition, hygiene, and early childhood development. DMI works in close partnership with leading experts in health, including WHO, UNICEF and LSHTM and has been funded by some of the world’s most prestigious organisations including the Wellcome Trust, FCDO, The Hilton Foundation, the Global Innovation Fund, Unorthodox Philanthropy, and the Mulago Foundation.
We are an innovative organisation, working at the nexus between science and creativity. DMI has demonstrated that knowledge is not only a human right but is also the key to saving lives in a cost-effective way. Our intellectual rigour, enthusiasm, and willingness to learn from both our successes and mistakes, makes us distinct. By working at DMI you will have a genuine, measurable impact on improving lives in low-income countries.
DMI’s HQ is near Kings Cross in London and the organisation has a permanent presence in Burkina Faso, Madagascar, Malawi, Mozambique, Tanzania, and Zambia. It also currently works in Mauritania and Uganda.
DMI is ranked as one of the most cost-effective non-profit organisations in the world by The Life You Can Save.
Job description
Following a restructure, DMI is looking to recruit a Grants Management Officer. This new role will provide a critical link between DMI’s national teams, HQ staff, and donors. It is an ideal role for somebody wanting to work in international development / public health as you will be exposed to a broad range of tasks and will work across all of DMI’s projects. You will also have exposure to DMI’s Africa Leadership Group, a new committee that aims to exploit the knowledge and experience of our national leadership. To succeed, you will need to be well-organised and a highly proficient writer (in English). You will also need to have the confidence and interpersonal skills to liaise independently with senior staff in the UK and in DMI’s national offices.
More specifically, the Grant Management Officer role will include the following responsibilities:
- Under the direction of the Head of Operations, collating, revising, and submitting project reports to donors and other stakeholders. This will require regular collaboration with DMI’s national teams (who will typically draft the reports) and other staff at DMI HQ
- Assisting with the effective and efficient implementation of procurement processes across the organisation, ensuring that goods and services are acquired in accordance with DMI’s and donor’s requirements
- Assisting national teams, and relevant staff at DMI HQ, in ensuring that project activities are in compliance with donor guidelines, contractual obligations, and any relevant statutory or legal constraints
- Ensuring DMI maintains thorough and consistent project documentation
- Helping to ensure effective collaboration between departments at HQ to support project execution by DMI’s national teams
- More general operational support across DMI, this will include routine tasks such as contributing to policy and process reviews, risk management and security, and asset management, as well as ad hoc tasks as required
- Organising and attending in-person convenings of DMI’s Africa Leadership Group, anticipated to take place every 12 months. These are expected to be held outside the UK
- Other tasks as required
Person specification
Required knowledge, skills and experience
- A good degree in a relevant field (international development/relations, public health, social sciences etc), or equivalent professional experience.
- Strong interpersonal and, particularly, written communication skills in English, capable of engaging convincingly and professionally with staff at all levels internally as well as with external stakeholders.
- Well organised, with the ability to manage multiple tasks, work under pressure, and meet deadlines.
- Highly proficient IT skills. Competence in routine office applications is essential, experience with relevant specialist software (project management, GIS etc) an advantage.
- Strong problem-solving ability, willing and able to present solutions to operational challenges as well as the challenges themselves.
- The ability to understand different cultural contexts, especially those in sub-Saharan Africa.
- Permission to live and work in the UK.
Desirable knowledge, skills and experience
- Language skills in Portuguese or French.
- Experience of working/volunteering in developing countries, for an NGO, or in international development.
- Knowledge and experience working within global health and/or mass media environments.
DMI is committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.
DMI operates a zero-tolerance policy on sexual exploitation and abuse and is committed to the protection and safeguarding of vulnerable individuals. Where appropriate, successful candidates will undergo background and reference checks. All DMI employees will be required to self-declare prior issues of sexual or other misconduct, termination of past employment, criminal records, and concerns registered with government authorities regarding contact with children.
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Overview: The Lady Garden Foundation is a national charity, founded in 2014, which aims to raise funds and improve awareness of the 5 gynaecological cancers (Ovarian, Cervical, Womb (Uterine), Vulval and Vaginal).
Job Summary: We are looking for an energetic and confident person to drive awareness and education of gynaecological health, especially the five gynaecological cancers in Universities and Schools across the UK. Our Education Development and Outreach Coordinator will be developing our education and awareness strategy for schools and universities, spearheading outreach and ensuring that the impact of each programme on future outcomes is being tracked and measured. We have already built our Freshers Fair campaign up to visiting 20 universities this year, and have started outreach into London based schools.
Responsibilities and Duties:
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Developing of our education and awareness strategy for universities and schools.
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Evolving current and curating new programmes that fit within the overall strategy.
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Leading the outreach and collaboration with various education partners including, Universities, Private and State Schools, Student Unions, Student Societies, Public Education Boards e.g. OFSTED, Government etc.
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Building relationships with key individual stakeholders to drive forward the revolution in gynaecological health for young people. These stakeholders could include, Teachers, lecturers, wellbeing staff, leading researchers in behaviour change and education, MPs, students, parents etc.
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Responsible for day-to-day internal financial tasks: e.g. looking after our Education Budget, allocating charitable spending for maximum impact
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Preparing impact reports and presentations for potential sponsors and partners for the programmes.
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Work closely with our Communications and Awareness Executive to ensure programme assets are relevant and suitable for target audience age.
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Engage with the Foundation’s medical advisors to ensure the programmes are covering need to know areas, key messaging and are medically accurate.
Other:
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Awareness of key health issues and updates in the gynae arena
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Awareness of activity from other charities within the sector
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Confidently can use Google Workspace - Google Docs, Sheets, Slides…
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A good understanding of the charity and education landscape including Fundraising Regulations
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Effective diary management including your own
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Animated and enthusiastic
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A passion for the cause of the Foundation
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Xero accounting software- not essential but helpful
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Donorfy database software - not essential but helpful
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Squarespace/website software - not essential but helpful
Salary: £30,000 - £38,000 depending on experience
Hours: 9am-6pm, Monday-Friday
Location: Fitzrovia, London
Environment: The Lady Garden Foundation’s office is based within a communications agency- a lively and animated working environment.
How to apply - Send your cover letter and CV
Please include:
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What interested you about working for the Lady Garden Foundation?
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What you can bring to the role and our team?
How to apply - Send your cover letter and CV
Please include:
What interested you about working for the Lady Garden Foundation?
What you can bring to the role and our team?
We stand together as daughters, sisters and mothers. We challenge taboos and do away with the ‘private’ in our ‘private parts’.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award (the Award) is a Non-Formal Education and Learning framework encouraging young people to find their purpose, place and passion in the world.
In more than 120 countries and territories, our globally recognised accreditation is available to all 14 to 24-year-olds, of all backgrounds, locations, cultures and abilities.
Through the programme, each young person becomes part of something special while developing their own interests, universal skills and life aspirations.
The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award Foundation is the international charity that drives and encourages the Award’s growth, access and impact across the globe. Working in partnership with organisations and governing bodies, we oversee the licensing of Award operators – including schools, youth groups, employers and custodial institutions.
The Monitoring and Evaluation Officer will support the Senior Operations Manager and the Bid Manager to help develop and implement monitoring and reporting processes across the Foundation’s grant-giving activities.
To be successful in the role, you must have excellent knowledge of results-based monitoring and reporting, including experience in sampling techniques and the use of computer software in support of monitoring, reporting and statistical analysis; demonstrate strong organisational and administrative skills, and ideally have experience working with colleagues from different cultural backgrounds. This role will also work closely with colleagues from the Operations, Communications and Development teams to ensure accurate information is delivered to key stakeholders.
Our long term ambition is that every eligible young person aged 14 – 24 will have the opportunity to participate in the Award.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
This Autumn, we are building on the success of our first three waves of Ambassadors programmes to work with over 400 young people in sixteen state schools within the London area. This enables us to test the design and sustainability of our programme further before opening it up to young people and schools across the UK.
We are searching for someone excited by the prospect of seeing how far we can develop and deepen the narrative of environmental education in schools and who has the contacts to help us partner with exciting people and organisations making real change for future generations.
You will be a dynamic and experienced professional who loves designing innovative and real experiences for young people who care about the future of our planet and want to learn more by joining our Ambassador Programme and going on a one-year journey with their school and us.
You will also be committed to gathering truly diverse thought and pedagogical insight, bringing people and ideas together into robust curriculum design. Working closely with key team members across the organisation, the Curriculum Curator will ensure our curriculum and content are exciting, ambitious, inclusive and relevant for the young people we work with!
Responsibilities
At Bertha Earth, all of our programmes are underpinned by our five key pillars of environmental leadership, activism, storytelling, nature connection and self-care.
The overall responsibility of the Curriculum Consultant will be to spearhead the design of a strong, values-driven and age-appropriate curriculum across all our programmes. Championing this within the organisation, their significant knowledge and experience will ensure it is the iterative and collaborative beating heart of our programmes.
Other responsibilities will include:
Culture & ethos
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Model and support the ethos and culture of the organisation
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Contribute to the value-driven ethos of the organisation
Curriculum
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Lead content review meetings with our facilitators and delivery partners to get the best from people, capturing learnings from delivery for future curriculum design.
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Ensure the voices of young people are brought into our design and review process in a meaningful and authentic way.
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Foster healthy debate within a curriculum working group of content partners, and bring in freelance experts to foster new ideas and diversity of thought.
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Support the development of an exciting and robust theory of change
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Lead the design of strong, clear, engaging session plans for the young people on the Ambassador programme, which can be easily understood and consistently interpreted by other facilitators. This could later also include supporting content design for a teacher-training programme.
Safeguarding
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Adhere to best practice safeguarding standards, including individual school’s processes where relevant
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Support organisational responsibility for safeguarding and planning for safe programmes
Details of the role
This is a flexible role which can be shaped in conversation with the successful candidate.
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Freelance, Tuesdays and Thursdays preferred
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Holding a regular fortnightly curriculum working group at an agreed, regular time
This flexible role can be shaped in conversation with the successful candidate but must include holding a regular fortnightly curriculum working group at an agreed regular time. Tuesdays and Thursdays are preferred.
Initially, a fixed-term, 6-month contract working 2-3 days a week, with progression opportunities, including the opportunity for permanent roles within the organisation.
Working Pattern
To fulfil the requirements of this role, there may be occasional in-person touchpoints with the team in our London office or partner schools; the ability and desire to travel to these is paramount.
There may also be occasional travel outside of London, for which reasonable travel and accommodation expenses will be reimbursed.
Important dates
Please note that you will need to be available for all of the following dates for your application to be considered. Please note that CVs are optional and not a requirement for your application.
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Application Deadline: 09:00 Friday 25th October - This is the deadline for receiving your answers to the questions and also your CV (optional)
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Final Interview (In person at the Bertha Earth office in central London): Tuesday the 5th of November or Thursday the 7th of November (40-60 minutes)
Start date: Negotiable depending on availability and notice period of successful candidate
Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments to ensure you are able to take part in our interview process.
Candidates will be notified by Friday, 1st November at the latest if they have been successful.
To grow a diverse network of young environmental leaders, storytellers and changemakers who reignite a great love for our planet.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you looking for a role in trusts and general fundraising? Are you passionate about playing a vital role in preventing malnutrition in women and children across vulnerable communities and conflict areas?
Charity People are thrilled to be partnering with Mary Dinah Foundation to find their new Grants and Fundraising Associate.
Position Title: Grants and Fundraising Associate
Job Type: Remote (with the ability to attend in-person meetings at the office in Knightsbridge)
Salary: £26,000 - £30,000
About the Charity
Mary Dinah Foundation are the largest NGO in the world dedicated to creating global change through local impact, with operations in Nigeria, Cameroon, Chad, Liberia, Ghana, and the United Kingdom.
Their mission is to prevent the deaths and illnesses caused by malnutrition, to provide pathways to the treatment of malnutrition, and to protect women and children from sexual and gender- based violence (SGBV) as well as other harms and discrimination
About the role
As a Grants and Fundraising Associate, you will lead our fundraising efforts, including securing grants, cultivating donor relationships, and developing strategic fundraising plans. Your strong background in grants management, fundraising, and project management will be pivotal in driving the financial sustainability of our projects and expanding our donor base.
You will develop and implement fundraising strategies to secure grants, corporate sponsorships, and individual donations. - Identify and research potential funding opportunities from international agencies, foundations, and private donors. You will prepare compelling grant proposals, ensuring alignment with donor priorities and organizational goals. - Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with donors, partners, and stakeholders to enhance fundraising efforts. - Organize and coordinate fundraising events and campaigns to engage supporters and raise funds for our programs.
About you
Ideally you will have a proven track record of successfully securing grants and fundraising targets. - Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
If you are passionate about driving positive social change through sustainable development initiatives then we encourage you to apply.
If this sounds like your next role, please contact [email protected] today with an updated CV; we would love to hear about your experience and share more details about this fantastic opportunity and how to formally apply.
Charity People actively promotes equality, diversity and inclusion. We match charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the charities we work with.
*Please note: This position is being advertised on a rolling basis, so we encourage you to apply early. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, if this affects you in anyway, please get in touch with Katharine Tinker-Switzer at Charity People*
Job Title: Recruitment Administrator
Salary: £13,722.50 per annum (inclusive of Outer London Weighting) Band C, Level 3
Location: Gilwell Park, Chingford, London (with hybrid working 2-4 times a month)
Contract Type: Fixed Term up to 12 months
Working Hours: 17.5 hours per week (ideally working across 4 days a week)
About the Team and the role
Join our inclusive People team as a Recruitment Administrator! Collaborate closely, support diverse recruitment campaigns, and enhance our efficient onboarding process. We value open communication and flexibility, fostering a welcoming environment for all. If you’re passionate about improving recruitment practices and promoting diversity, we want you on our team!
As the Recruitment Administrator, you will (Key Responsibilities):
- Ensure candidate eligibility checks and employee records meet legal and policy standards, including DBS checks and renewals.
- Proactively request, follow up, and review references to ensure accuracy, escalating concerns as needed.
- Manage new starter details, coordinate induction processes, and collaborate with stakeholders to facilitate training and access to benefits.
- Act as the first point of contact for recruitment inquiries, maintaining knowledge of policies and escalating complex issues.
- Contribute to recruitment planning, manage calendars and statistics, and continuously suggest improvements for efficiency in processes.
Who we’re looking for:
- Customer Focus & Communication: Committed to delivering excellent customer service with strong communication skills, demonstrating empathy and understanding.
- Tech Savvy & Record Management: Skilled in using IT tools (such as Word and Excel) and experienced in managing electronic records and HR systems.
- Detail-Oriented & Organised: High attention to detail with effective planning skills to manage tasks and prioritize efficiently.
- HR & Recruitment Experience: Background in HR or recruitment, including onboarding practices, with a solid understanding of GDPR and confidentiality requirements.
- Adaptable & Collaborative: Flexible in adjusting to changing priorities, always ready to contribute, and a supportive team member.
Benefits
We are an award-winning Charity of the Year (Charity Times Awards 2022) with over 400 employees across multiple locations across the country.
- Flexible working hours
- 28 days holiday and going up to 32 days after 2 years’ service plus additional days at Christmas
- Onsite accommodation for all staff members staying over at Gilwell Park
- Double matching pension up to 10% of gross salary
- Free car parking at Gilwell Park
- Family Friendly employer with generous family leave
- Learning and Development/training opportunities via our internal learning hub
For more details about the Scouts and our great benefits:
Closing date: 11.59pm Tuesday 29 October 2024.
Interviews will be held at Gilwell Park on Thursday 14 November 2024.
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About us
Scouts is an equal opportunity employer. We're committed to diversity and actively seeking applicants from a wide range of backgrounds, in particular, Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities.
Job title: Digital Communications Officer
Department: Communications & Engagement
Responsible to: Digital Communications Manager
Location: London - hybrid working, with visits to UWCIO at least once per week
Salary: £33,900 gross per annum
Working pattern: Full-time (38.5 hours) - other working arrangements available
Duration of contract: Permanent
Start date: Immediately
Are you our new Digital Communications Officer?
We are looking for a creative social media native who is comfortable not only with presenting UWC to different audiences but also collaborating and supporting our different stakeholders in doing so. You will join the Communications and Engagement Team at the UWC International Office (UWCIO) which consists of six people and report to the Digital Communications Manager.
As a Digital Communications Officer, you will create, develop and deliver content across all UWC International’s social media channels in line with our social media strategy and lead on sourcing or creating the relevant, required reporting to demonstrate engagement and impact. You will also support UWC’s truly global network of volunteers through digital resources, templates and training. In doing so, you will use your digital communications skills for the better, contributing to the success of the movement and supporting young people to access transformational educational opportunities they would otherwise not have dreamt of.
Part of the larger Advancement Team at UWC International, the Communications and Engagement Team provides the UWC movement with strategic leadership, support and advice in the area of internal and external communication, PR, promotion, marketing, crisis communications, alumni and wider community engagement, and partnerships with other organisations. The Team has a coordination and support function for teams across the UWC International Office, as well as other UWC stakeholders globally, such as UWC schools, colleges, national committees and governance bodies. Alongside your business-as-usual tasks, you will support the Digital Communications Manager in coordinating with the advancement and admissions teams at each of the 18 UWC schools to run ad-hoc campaigns and manage external stakeholders and partners.
About us
Changing the world takes passion and dedication
UWC is a global network of schools with a powerful difference. With a shared goal of working towards global peace and sustainability, we bring together young people from around the world to study in one of our eighteen schools on four continents. There, they don’t just learn how to be great at passing exams. They learn how to communicate across cultural boundaries. They develop the skills to be a changemaker. They design and engage in initiatives that transform their lives and the lives of those around them for the better.
Our students go on to become leaders in politics, NGOs, social enterprises, community movements, charities, and business. For life, they remain dedicated to the UWC mission and many of them remain in close contact with us, their school, and their peers, becoming part of a global community of over 60,000 changemakers transforming the lives of others.
About UWC International
The UWC International Office serves as the operational arm of UWC International, a UK-registered and Germany-registered charity, and stands as a pivotal entity within the UWC movement. Positioned in central London and Berlin, it collaborates extensively with stakeholders across the UWC spectrum, actively engages a robust alumni community comprising more than 60,000 members, and fulfils essential functions for UWC International's governance bodies. Our primary duties encompass global fundraising initiatives, comprehensive communications strategies, promotional endeavours, support for the network of over 150 UWC national committees, global strategy development and implementation, and support services to the UWC schools.
What we offer
As part of a commitment to our employees, we offer the following:
- Generous holiday allowance – 28 days per year plus eight public holidays (pro rata for part-time or fixed-term contracts).
- The standard working hours are 38.5 per week. Start and finish times can be agreed between managers and employees. We support flexible working and are happy to discuss different working patterns.
- We offer up to two days per year for volunteering and up to two days per year for study leave.
- We support staff development and provide access to training and a wide range of CharityComms resources through our UWCIO membership.
- We offer a health and well-being support package, which includes income protection, an employee assistance programme, advice and legal support helpline, remote GPs access, medical second opinions, mental health support, physiotherapy, cycle to work and a well-being calendar featuring podcasts and webinars.
- Perks and discounts portal, which provides a range of discounts across shopping, dining, lifestyle, and entertainment. With thousands of offers on hundreds of top retailers.
- Contributory pension scheme, UWC International currently contributes up to 8% of the employee’s gross salary, and the employee must match the percentage of up to 8% of their gross salary. The minimum contribution rate is 4%. This applies to everyone aged 22 and above but under state retirement age, earning at least £10,000 p.a. and classed as working in the UK.
Visa requirements
Anyone who applies to work at UWC International in London or Berlin must have a work visa before starting
employment, in compliance with the relevant immigration rules. Please provide confirmation of your eligibility to indefinitely work or reside in the UK in your application. Any offers of employment made by UWC International will be subject to a right-to-work check on your immigration status.
Application Process
Do you want to be part of our team? To apply, please submit your application with an up-to-date copy of your CV along with a cover letter in English (each a maximum of 2 pages).
Your cover letter must:
- Outline your experience, skills and competencies against the Person specification section in the
- attached Job Description.
- Explain why you want to join UWC International
- Provide confirmation of your eligibility to work or reside in the UK
- Provide the name and contact details of two professional / academic referees, including their job title, email address and the capacity in which you are known to them. References are taken up prior to interviews. We will not contact your referees without first letting you know.
Please note that CVs received without a cover letter, including the information requested above will not be considered.
Deadline for application: 23.59 (UK time) on Sunday, 10 November 2024
(Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. If you are interested, please submit your application as soon as possible)
Interview and assessment dates:
- First round of interviews and assessment on Friday, 15 November (Remote via Zoom)
- Second round of remote interviews will be scheduled for the following week.
For further information on this opportunity, please see the detailed job description attached.
Safeguarding children and adults
UWC International holds strict child and vulnerable adults safeguarding principles and has a zero-tolerance policy for conducts of sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse in the workplace and other places where the organisation’s activities are rendered. In the process of recruitment, selection and appointment,UWC International implements a range of procedures and actions including Criminal Background Checks / International vetting / Certificate of good conduct to ensure children and vulnerable adults are safeguarded and abuse is prevented.
We expect all applicants and staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks, including a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Staff will take an active role in ensuring that we are meeting our safeguarding obligations through attending regular training and following the principles learned at all times.
Diversity Statement
UWC places deliberate diversity at the heart of our educational model because of its critical importance in our mission ‘to unite people, nations and cultures for peace and a sustainable future’.
At the UWC International Office, we believe this commitment to deliberate diversity must be reflected within our team, organisational practices, policies and culture. We recognise people with different backgrounds, skills, attitudes and experiences bring fresh ideas and perceptions, and we encourage and leverage these differences to make our work more relevant and accessible.
We will not discriminate or tolerate discriminatory behaviour on any grounds such as, but not limited to, race, gender, disability, nationality, national or ethnic origin, religion or belief, marital/partnership or family status, sexual orientation, age or socioeconomic background.
We strive to be an inclusive workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging, has a voice, can raise concerns, and feels comfortable and confident. We expect everyone who works with us to share this commitment and to act accordingly as we aspire best to serve the UWC mission and our global community. It is an ongoing journey and we welcome all those ready to travel with us.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Youth Participation and Support Worker will work with care experienced young people subject to immigration controls, to tackle the injustice and inequity of the systems, policies and procedures that define their lives.
They will support young migrants to evaluate what they have learned through their experience of being in care and going through the immigration system so that young people are able to recognise the skills and strengths they have developed. They will support young people to engage with a range of opportunities to develop and use their learning, skills and strengths through our Young Community Leaders programme.
We would love to hear from you if you have:
- Experience of working in a practical support role with refugee, asylum seeking, unaccompanied asylum seeking and migrant children and young people in the UK.
- Experience of delivering group activities to young people.
- Ability to build trusting and empowering relationships with young people.
- Knowledge of the issues faced by care experienced migrant children and young people.
Our organisation:
SLRA is a well established local migrant support organisation working alongside refugees, asylum seekers and other migrants who are at risk or in crisis due to immigration issues. Our committed, supportive team works alongside local volunteers to provide a range of services including advice and casework, supportive group sessions, youth casework and activities for families and young people.
The benefits:
- 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)
- 5% employer pension contribution
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities
- Being part of a committed, supportive and inclusive team
- Cyclescheme
We particularly welcome and encourage applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic individuals, and those who are migrants or refugees, and who have lived experience of the impact of immigration policy and practice.
To ensure that migrants live safely with access to justice and opportunity
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
I am thrilled to be supporting one of the biggest charity brands as they look for a Philanthropy Lead/Manager (Major Gifts) to join their team in London
The charity is the UK's leading end-of-life charity. They 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 across the country, while providing information and support on all aspects of dying, death, and bereavement. Their leading research pushes the boundaries of what they know about good end-of-life, and their 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.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join an experienced team and take the next step in your fundraising career, as well as make a significant contribution to the growth strategy.
With a primary focus on managing high value relationships, in your day to day you will identify, cultivate and manage a portfolio of Major Donors collaborating with Senior Volunteers, peers, fellow team members and teams across the charity. You'll be empowered to build your own relationships, grow interactions with our supporters and provide exceptional and creative stewardship and have a real opportunity to contribute to this area of fundraising growth.
One of your projects will be a Giving Circle involving lots of collaboration and the opportunity to work with colleagues in the wider Philanthropy and Partnerships team.
As well as flex around office/home they are also extremely open to any flexible working requests you might have so let me know if part time/reduced hours is something you would be keen to explore.
We are open to candidates who would like to take that next step up into a manager level role, senior candidates who are looking for flexibility and also candidates who are looking to develop in Major Donor fundraising.
Salary: £34,500-38,324 (Plus £3,500 for London weighting)
Contract: Permanent
Based: Hybrid. 2 days a week at a wonderful London office
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)
- 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
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Corporate Partnerships Executive
c. £30,000 - £33,500 per annum
Hybrid Working, London Based, Full Time
The Talent Set is delighted to partner with Dementia UK to recruit a creative and proactive Corporate Partnerships Executive. In this role, the successful candidate will focus on proactively developing the partnership pipeline, manage inbound enquiries, grow high-value relationships, and ensure income targets are met. Ideal candidates will have strong relationship management and negotiation skills, along with experience in corporate or high-value fundraising.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support new business activity by managing the corporate prospect pipeline, conducting research, and identifying potential partnerships from warm leads and unsolicited donations.
- Assist in account management, nurturing relationships with smaller corporate partners, and ensuring strong stewardship for major partnership supporters.
- Collaborate on content creation for pitches, applications, and impact reports to engage existing and potential corporate partners.
- Promote the organisations products, events, and campaigns to corporate audiences, aligning with their interests and goals.
- Provide team support through administrative tasks, project contributions, and ensuring alignment with the corporate fundraising strategy.
Person Specification:
- Enthusiastic, highly motivated self-starter with excellent communication, interpersonal, and team-working skills, demonstrating a proactive, detail-oriented approach, the ability to manage multiple priorities, and a passion for working in the third sector.
- Proven experience in developing partnerships within the charity or corporate sector, with a clear understanding of corporate partnerships, new business acquisition, and successful relationship management to create mutually beneficial collaborations.
- Demonstrated ability to work towards financial targets as part of a team, along with experience writing effective and engaging communications, such as proposals and reports, to diverse audiences.
- A strong understanding of and interest in the care/ health sector, with the ability to align corporate partnership strategies to the charity's goals and values.
- Experience in using CRM databases to support fundraising activities, alongside knowledge of the Fundraising Code of Practice and adherence to relevant fundraising regulations.
The deadline for applications is Friday 1st November 2024.
To be considered for this position please apply with your CV as soon as possible, regrettably please note we may not be able to reply to each and every application.
We are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practises that ensure equal opportunity for everyone, regardless of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and will happily make reasonable adjustments to always ensure a fair process
Are you an experienced Events Manager looking for a role where you have the chance to make a real impact through your events and be part of a movement to effect change? Do you have the experience and drive to deliver a series of high impact and highly visible virtual and physical events? If this sounds like you, then come and join the Events team at Business in the Community.
Business in the Community (BITC) is the UK’s largest and most influential responsible business network dedicated to building a fairer and greener world together, supported by His Majesty The King for over 40 years.
We are recruiting for an Events Manager who will be the day to day manager responsible for delivering a series of high impact, high profile events for BITC. We are looking for a confident Events Manager who has experience of managing a variety of events from small online events to large scale conferences and receptions. You will enjoy working collaboratively and be comfortable running project meetings for internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
The successful candidate will have excellent organisational, planning, prioritisation and time management skills and be able to remain calm in challenging circumstances.
The role will suit an individual with the drive, energy and enthusiasm to manage multiple tasks simultaneously to deliver exceptional events.
Closing Date: Sunday 27 October 2024
First Round Interviews: Tuesday 5 November 2024
Second Round Interviews: Wednesday 13 November 2024
Today, 12 children and young people will be diagnosed with cancer. We’ll stop at nothing to make sure they get the right care and support at the right time.
- £34,878 (outside London); £36,661 (inside London)
- 35 hours a week
- Permanent
- UK based with occasional travel (most often to Bristol and London)
- Closing date: Wednesday 20th November 2024
- Interviews: W/C 2nd December 2024
Change lives in a life-changing career
When a child or young person is diagnosed with cancer, their whole world can feel like it’s falling apart. Independence is taken and confidence is stolen. Stability no longer exists. The future suddenly feels uncertain.
The impact of cancer on young lives is more than medical. That’s why we exist. Our specialist social workers help children and young people with cancer and their families navigate the emotional and practical impact of cancer. We remove barriers, solve problems and prioritise wellbeing. And we stop at nothing to make sure they get the right care and support at the right time.
We challenge the systems and policies that surround children and young people, we highlight gaps and campaign for change. Because we know what a better future could look like. And we know what we need to do to make that future a reality. We need to push harder, reach further and work smarter. And we need the right people on our team to help us get there. People like you.
About the role
We’re looking for an Insight Analyst with good SQL skills and great proactivity to join our Strategic Insights team. The primary focus of this role is to support Young Lives vs Cancer to use relevant, timely and accurate information to support decision making and drive innovation and impact. Working as part of the Strategic Insight team, this may include:
- Developing insight and learning with the aim of improving our impact.
- Working with colleagues within the Income & Engagement directorate to analyse data on supporters, and develop insight to ensure sustainable income.
- Working on Services data to understand our reach and impact.
- Contributing to continual learning – so we understand what is working—and what is not—for children, young people and their families across the system.
- Supporting Young Lives Vs Cancer to develop and use insight which enables us to achieve our strategy, The Time is Now, and to move towards our North Star vision.
The Insight Analyst will work with stakeholders to define the key questions to be answered that will support effective decision making and continuous improvement. Working with various colleagues, they will use both internal and external data sets to deliver strategic analysis and actionable insight to teams across Young Lives vs Cancer. They will be curious with data, striving for relevant, timely and accurate insight. They will also be instrumental in creating and maintaining a culture which centres evidence, insight and continuous learning.
What will I be doing?
No two days are the same at Young Lives vs Cancer. So, summarising your ‘day to day’ isn’t easy. Here are some of the main things you’ll be doing, but you’ll find more details in the job description.
Interacting with data through SQL and PowerBI to generate metrics, KPIs and actionable insights.
- Work with key stakeholders to understand their requests, proactively interpreting and predicting their requirements.
- Working as part of the Strategic Insight team to move through their backlog and to improve their processes, ensuring the team delivers insight that has impact and value.
- Test and develop innovative ways of presenting data to engage and motivate colleagues and improve organisational understanding of data and insight.
- Identifying and working on process improvement, to support the Strategic Insight team/ Young Lives vs Cancer to deliver their work more effectively.
- Supporting your team with reviews and knowledge shares as well as benefitting from the skill and knowledge of the group.
- Championing the values of Young Lives vs Cancer and making active choices and changes to improve diversity and prioritise equity.
What do I need?
Diverse perspectives and unique skillsets are at the heart of Young Lives vs Cancer. If you're passionate about making a positive impact and eager to learn, we encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet the criteria and person specification fully. Your potential is what matters most to us, and we’re committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment to help you develop.
The key skills we’re looking for in this role are:
- A solid grasp of SQL, including the ability to write and review simple queries, and familiarity with extracting data from a database.
- The ability to interrogate data and spot patterns.
- A track record of demonstrating proactivity and autonomy in your work.
- Curiosity and ability to think wider than Young Lives vs Cancer- considering data and insight across the system.
- Experience in generating metrics and insights through robust, repeatable, “end to end” processes (i.e. extract data, convert it to an insight, present it back to stakeholders).
- Knowledge of dashboarding tools and/or experience building dashboards from scratch.
- Good communication skills across various levels of technical and domain knowledge.
What will I gain?
For people to reach their full potential, they need the right environment. As a member of Team Young Lives, you’ll be made to feel supported, valued and appreciated. Here’s how we do it:
- Flexible working: we’re open to working hours outside of 9 - 5 and we can talk through your flexibility requirements at interview stage
- Wellbeing days: four days a year to do what works for you – from catching up on training to going for a walk
- Generous annual leave allowance
- Great family/caring leave entitlements
- Enhanced pension
- Access to our employee savings scheme
Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
At Young Lives vs Cancer, we recognise that opportunities for too many people remain a condition of their sex, ethnicity, class, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation – or a combination. This has never been acceptable to us as an organisation. We don’t just accept difference, we value it, celebrate it, nurture it and we thrive because of it.
We’re on a journey to be reflective of the diverse children, young people and families we support. We know we aren’t there yet, and we’re passionately committed to taking actions and making changes to be a truly diverse, inclusive and equitable organisation. This includes taking anti-oppressive action and removing barriers in our recruitment practices. We particularly welcome applications from members of minoritised communities. Our Diversity, Inclusion, Equity and Belonging strategy will tell you more.
We operate an anonymised shortlisting process in our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. CVs can be uploaded, but we won't be able to view them until we invite you for an interview. Instead, we ask you to fully complete the work history sections of the online application form for us to be able to assess you quickly, fairly and objectively.
Accessibility
We’re committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process and we’ll always aim to be as accommodating as possible. Please let us know in your application form of any adjustments or access requirements we could make to help you with the application process and interview.
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Awards Coordinator
We have an exciting opportunity for someone to manage delivery of the 2025 Ashden Awards. The Awards are central to the organisation’s work, accelerating innovative, inclusive climate solutions.
If you would like to grow your experiences and skills and make a positive contribution to the climate sector, then apply today!
Position: Awards Coordinator
Location: London/Hybrid
Hours: Full-time
Salary: £47,816 per annum
Contract: Fixed-Term Contract from 6 January to 29 August
Closing Date: 12:00pm, 28th Oct 2024
Interviews: First interviews, Monday 4 November online. Second interviews, Thursday 7 November, in person. Candidates will be reimbursed for their travel costs.
The Role
Your work will include delivering Ashden’s 2025 awards and collaborating with colleagues to set the process by which the winners will be chosen. You will oversee the communication with finalists, and support panels of expert judges to decide the champions.
You will also collaborate with colleagues to ensure delivery of a high-profile awards ceremony in London next summer. You will support the international award winners as they visit the UK to take part in that event and lead the integration of all the 2025 winners into ongoing projects and programmes.
Your responsibilities will include development and oversight of the relevant budget. You will report to the Editor.
What you will be doing:
- Working with colleagues on the programme teams to deliver the awards process.
- Overseeing the assessment and judging process; winners liaison; planning for integration into support programmes.
- Work closely with the fundraising team to ensure the sponsor requirements are met.
- Management of awards budgets, including contracts with suppliers.
- Generation of insights and data through the awards process to feed into the organisational monitoring, evaluation and learning process.
About You
You’ll thrive in this role if you:
- Can manage projects lasting several months and involving multiple colleagues, external consultants and stakeholders.
- Are a leader, with skills to bring together, motivate, coordinate and manage a team.
- Are willing to take accountability and work in a self-managed way.
- Are flexible and carry out other associated duties as my arise, develop or be assigned in line with the broad remit of the position.
- Are not afraid to try new things and openly reflect on successes and failures.
It is also desirable (but not necessary) for you to have:
- Technical knowledge of sustainable energy.
- IT skills, in particular Microsoft Excel.
- Experience with MS Office Suite systems.
About the organisation
The charity boosts climate innovation in the UK and Global South. It’s support brings clean energy to African villages and refugee camps and fixes up the UK’s cold and draughty homes. It makes schools more sustainable, and helps communities protect and restore the nature around them.
Taking note: research shows that while men tend to apply for jobs when they meet around 60% of the criteria, women and marginalised people tend to only apply when they check every box. So if you think you have what it takes but don't necessarily meet every single point on the job description, please still apply.
The processes uses Applied, a behavioural science-backed recruitment platform that reduces bias, improves quality of hire and increases diversity. You will be asked three work sample questions which will be scored anonymously by the recruitment panel along with a redacted version of your CV. Once all the applications are scored, the team make a shortlist for interview.
Due to the volume of applications, the team can only provide individual feedback to candidates who are invited to interview.
You may also have experience in areas such as Awards Administrator, Events Administrator, Awards Coordinator, Awards Administration, Project Administrator, Project Coordinator, Events Coordinator, Events Lead, Events Administrator, Events Planner, Events, Awards.
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
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!
An exciting position has arisen for a Challenge Events Fundraiser to work for a leading charity based in South East London. This is a permanent role within the hospice’s busy Fundraising team, responsible for planning and executing a variety of challenge events to support the hospice’s vital work in the local community.
Key responsibilities of the role:
- Develop and deliver a diverse and successful calendar of challenge events, including third-party and hospice-led events such as marathons, skydives, and overseas treks
- Provide excellent stewardship and personalised communication to event participants, ensuring long-term supporter engagement
- Work collaboratively with the Community & Events Manager and the Communications and Marketing teams to create engaging marketing materials and event plans
- Ensure all events comply with Health and Safety, GDPR, and Fundraising Regulator Code of Practice standards
- Manage event budgets, track KPIs, and report on income and costs against targets
- Build and maintain relationships with external suppliers and partners, such as tour operators and event organisers
- Conduct post-event evaluations to capture insights, improve future events, and maximise supporter retention
Ideal candidate profile:
- Proven experience in event management, ideally in a fundraising or charity environment
- Strong organisational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple events simultaneously
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage and inspire supporters
- Knowledge of GDPR regulations and event compliance standards
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Experience in building relationships with stakeholders and providing outstanding customer care
Agency reference number: J84508
Location: South East London
Salary: £26,080 – £29,800 per annum
Working hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week
Working pattern: Office-based, with occasional flexibility
This vacancy will be actively shortlisted, so early applications are encouraged to avoid missing out!
Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency, welcoming applications from all candidates.
This is a new and exciting role, which offers the opportunity to work with a wide variety of stakeholders to develop and implement Justice Together’s influencing strategy. The post holder will also be responsible for managing a small number of influencing grants and working with the Grant Manager to ensure that the process for grant renewals runs smoothly. They will have line management responsibility for the Grant Manager and Grant Partner Community Manager.
They will form part of a small and collaborative team together with the Director of Justice Together, Grants Manager and Grants Officers, one of whom works solely on the initiative and another who is seconded part-time from The Legal Education Foundation. They will report to the Director of Justice Together, and work closely with support staff within The Legal Education Foundation.
The successful candidate will have a passion for the values of equity and justice, and will be able to demonstrate a personal style that fosters collaboration and trust. They will have experience of developing and implementing effective influencing strategies, developing and managing relationships with stakeholders and managing people and projects. They do not need previous experience of working for a funder in a grant making role.
We particularly encourage people with lived experience of the UK immigration system to apply. However, there is no expectation for candidates to disclose details of personal experiences at any stage during this recruitment or during their work at the Justice Together Initiative.
*The post-holder would need to be based in the London office for 1 day per week (day to be agreed in line with other staff) but could choose to work from home or from our London office for the rest of the week.
Deadline for applications: 9am on 4 November 2024
For more information and to apply, please visit our website.
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