Campaigns Volunteer Manager Jobs in Wakefield, West Yorkshire

The Policy and Campaigns Manager is responsible for leading on CLAPA’s campaigning and policy work across the UK.  This is a new direction for CLAPA and a key part of the role will be to develop a clear strategy and action plan to ensure a focused and targeted approach to this area of work.   

The post-holder is responsible for ensuring that work is delivered to the highest standard and that the wider staff team and board of trustees are kept informed on progress and development.

Since Rewilding Britain was formed in 2015 rewilding has moved from being a niche idea to playing a significant role in the fight against some of the biggest global challenges we face. Rewilding Britain is at the forefront of this change, acting as a catalyst for debate and action, and demonstrating the power of working with nature to build a sustainable world where people thrive.

Rewilding Britain wants to see rewilding flourishing across 30% of Britain, reconnecting us with the natural world, sustaining communities and tackling the interconnected nature and climate emergencies.

We influence policy, inspire public action and catalyse joined-up practical and financial support to help establish rewilding across Britain’s land and seas. Through our rapidly growing Rewilding Network we’re bringing together a community of rewilders - from land managers and farmers, to charities, community groups and national parks - to inspire and support each other to create a wilder, more prosperous Britain. It’s not too late - but we must act now.

We are now seeking a Communications and Campaigns Manager who will be a creative thinker able to Think Big and Act Wild whilst managing the timely and effective delivery of communications campaigns, projects and events, increasing our advocacy and fundraising impact.

The post holder will be a strong planner, organiser, pro-active team player and hands-on campaigner. You’ll be a key member of the Communications and Engagement team and use your strong collaborative skills to work effectively with our Catalyse, Influence and Fundraising teams to create powerful, transformative communications and campaigns.

You will be results driven and enjoy managing multiple communications projects across different channels in order to increase engagement levels with different stakeholders. This is an exciting opportunity to join our fast growing charity and directly contribute to the growth of the rewilding movement.

Job purpose:

To lead the design, development and delivery of Rewilding Britain's integrated communication campaigns, projects and events, enabling the charity to engage with its target audiences and encourage measurable impact across rewilding practice, policy and fundraising.

Line Manager: Director of Communications and Engagement

Line Management Responsibilities: No line management. The post holder will have responsibility for maintaining management of freelancers, agencies and partners.

Your responsibilities will include:

Communications campaign development and management:

• Develop and project manage a programme of integrated communication campaigns that grab attention and encourage action across rewilding practice, policy and fundraising.
• Work closely with the Communications and Engagement team to develop aligned messaging and campaign assets and to deliver these across owned, earned and paid channels.
• Lead on the creation of compelling campaign assets and content (e.g. polls, petitions, online actions and campaign toolkits).
• Manage campaign timeframes and budgets seeking a good, quantifiable return on investment.
• Gather and present audience insight to inform our campaigns and ensure our campaigning work is evidence led.
• Set and measure campaign KPIs, conduct campaign de-briefs and write campaign evaluations, encourage a culture of testing and learning and growing our campaigning approach.
•  Seek relevant external collaboration opportunities with allies and partners to amplify our campaigns.
• Where appropriate, commission and manage the relationship with external creative, campaigning and advertising agencies.

Communications projects and events management:

• Organise, plan and deliver our involvement at online and in person events that will help to encourage action across rewilding practice, policy and fundraising (e.g. exhibition stands at party political conferences or corporate fundraising events).
• Design, deliver and project manage cross-organisational communication activities which will raise the profile of Rewilding Britain (e.g.World Rewilding Day, anniversary events).
• Support the Catalyse, Influence and Fundraising teams with the communication requirements for events (e.g. Rewilding Network conferences, fundraising dinners, panel debates, report launches).

Cross-functional collaboration:

• Work closely with the Catalyse, Influence and Fundraising teams to integrate campaign efforts and identify the relevant campaign issues, priorities and opportunities for influencing policy, fundraising and Network membership growth.
• Support the broader Communications and Engagement team to implement strategically aligned locally focused communications activities, projects and events for England, Scotland or Wales.
• Collaborate with freelancers, consultants, agencies, volunteers, supporters, and stakeholders to amplify our communications and campaigns reach and impact.
• Represent Rewilding Britain alongside other team members at events, exhibitions, workshops, conferences, rallies and more to advance our communication and campaign objectives.

Communication innovation and improvement:

• Stay current with sector and specialist trends, best practices, and emerging technologies to continuously grow our communications and campaign effectiveness.
• Implement feedback and lessons learned to refine and improve our communications and campaigns approach.

Skills, experience and behaviours

Education

Essential

• An undergraduate degree or equivalent professional training or at least 6 years relevant experience in a relevant subject area (e.g. Communications, Campaigns, Marketing, Media, Social Campaigns, Environment, Ecology, Conservation)

Desirable

• A professional qualification in a relevant subject area (e.g. CIPR, CIM, CIDM)

Experience

Essential

• At least three years' experience leading in a communications and campaigns role in a comparable organisation, leading successful campaigns to further organisational objectives.
• Proven experience in executing multi-channel paid and low/no cost integrated communications campaigns (owned, earned and bought) to drive advocacy / behaviour change.
• Experience in managing communication projects resulting in effective events or activities.
• Experience in creating and implementing innovative, bold and effective communications ideas that gain traction.
• Experience of evaluating communications and campaigns and measuring impact.
• Experience in managing budgets and financial planning for campaigns.
• Proven experience of adapting communications approaches for a range of stakeholders to create maximum impact.
• Experience of briefing, commissioning and collaborating with communications, campaigns or creative freelancers and / or agencies.
• Experience working in a sector relevant to rewilding, and understanding of the rewilding landscape and the rewilding movement.

Desirable

• Understanding of the workings of national, local and devolved governments. 
• Experience of working in communications and campaigns in a policy/advocacy context and/or fundraising context. 

Skills

Essential

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills for effective engagement.
• Strong organisational skills with experience in managing multiple projects and deadlines.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and external partners.
• Ability to use digital campaigning tools.

Personal qualities

Essential

• Proactive, creative and flexible approach with a positive ‘can-do’ attitude.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work effectively and autonomously from home, while also working collaboratively as part of a tight-knit team.
• Has a passion for campaigning and what it can achieve in shifting behaviour and enabling more rewilding to happen.
• Creativity, with the ability to unlock innovation as an individual and a team player.
• A professional qualification in a relevant subject area (e.g. CIPR, CIM, CIDM)
• Understanding of the workings of national, local and devolved governments.
• Experience of working in communications and campaigns in a policy/advocacy context and/or fundraising context. 

This job description is not all encompassing and may change to reflect need. Your duties may be reviewed from time to time and revised and updated in consultation with you to reflect appropriate changes.

Terms and conditions and staff benefits

The role is a full-time, 5-day-week (35 hours) position.

The salary is £38,000 - £43,000 per annum depending upon experience.

There will be some freedom for the person to determine their own working arrangements each week, within limitations, providing the work is delivered.

Rewilding Britain employees benefit from 25 days annual leave per year (pro rata for part time roles), rising to 30 days over 5 years. A generous employer-matched pension scheme is also available.

We are a virtual team who work from home and/or co-working spaces. We will support you to achieve a suitable virtual working environment. This role will be involved in coordinating and attending events and meetings face to face across Britain, so a willingness to travel with occasional overnight stays is essential.

Equality in employment: Candidates will be shortlisted and selected according to suitability for the post without regard to age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.

Use of artificial intelligence tools: Rewilding Britain does not accept cover letters, presentations or answers to recruitment questions whose content is AI generated and we will actively screen for this as part of our recruitment process. Rewilding Britain does not use AI tools to review candidate applications; real people will review and shortlist applications.

Rewilding Britain is not a licenced sponsor at this time. Any offer of employment will be made subject to the provision of a valid right to work in the UK.

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the fight for better cancer treatment? Do you have a track record of building relationships and securing vital funds for charities? If so, Radiotherapy UK (RTUK) is looking for a dynamic and diligent Relationship Fundraising Manager to join our team! 

At RTUK, we campaign for equal access to the best radiotherapy treatment for all cancer patients across the UK. Our award-winning campaigns like #CatchupwithCancer have been instrumental in influencing national discussions and supporting both patients and professionals. 

As our new Relationship Fundraising Manager, you will lead our fundraising efforts by cultivating relationships with corporate partners, donors, and the wider community. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact by shaping and growing our income streams and ensuring the sustainability of our mission. 

What we’re looking for: 

• At least two years’ experience in charity fundraising. 

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to quickly build rapport. 

• Excellent written skills for developing successful proposals and grants. 

• Experience managing donor relationships and developing new partnerships. 

• Proven track record of achieving financial targets and budget management. 

What we offer: 

• 25 days of holiday per year (excluding bank holidays). 

• 5% employer contribution to a workplace pension scheme. 

• Flexible working hours with the ability to work from home. 

• A positive, supportive environment and learning opportunities. 

This is a unique opportunity to join a small but impactful charity at the heart of radiotherapy campaigning in the UK. If you’re ready to take on this exciting challenge, apply today and help us continue making a difference! 

Job Title: Advocacy and Campaigns Officer
Contract: 12 Months Fixed Term
Hours: Part Time (15-18 hours per week)
Salary: £25,290 - £27,100 FTE
Location: Homeworking

About Us:
Pathfinders Neuromuscular Alliance is a user-led charity dedicated to promoting choice, control, and quality of life for teenagers and adults with muscle-weakening conditions. We strive to empower our members by ensuring they have access to essential support, resources, and opportunities to thrive in their communities.

The Role:
Are you passionate about advocacy and driven to make a real difference in the lives of individuals with muscle-weakening conditions? We are seeking a dynamic Advocacy and Campaigns Officer to lead the expansion of our advocacy services and drive impactful campaigns. In this role, you will be instrumental in shaping our advocacy provision across housing, healthcare, social care, and benefits, ensuring that our members feel empowered to express their needs and rights.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage the advocacy service, supporting members in navigating complex systems of support.

• Conduct outreach and marketing efforts to raise awareness of our advocacy services.

• Create and maintain a database to track advocacy needs and support, informing future funding applications.

• Lead our campaigning initiatives, collaborating with members and stakeholders to highlight key issues and drive policy changes.

• Produce engaging campaign materials for our website, newsletter, and social media platforms.

Who You Are:
You will have at least two years of experience in advocacy or advisory roles, ideally connected to housing, healthcare, or social care for disabled individuals. Your understanding of the challenges faced by those with muscle-weakening conditions is essential. Strong communication and organisational skills, combined with a commitment to equality and diversity, are crucial for this role.

Why Join Us?
This is an exciting opportunity to play a vital role in advocating for those seeking better support and influencing policy for better services. As part of a passionate team, you'll have the chance to drive meaningful change and contribute to the development of a supportive community.

Application Details:
To apply, please send a completed application form by Sunday, 10th November at 11:59 PM. Interviews will be conducted between 13th-22nd November. You can download the application form from our website or request it via email.

Join us at Pathfinders Neuromuscular Alliance and help empower individuals to take charge of their health and future!

Job Title: Individual Giving and Supporter Care Manager
Reporting To: Head of Marketing
Manages: Supporter Care Officer
Location: Home-based (some travel across UK when necessary, including the Leicester office)
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £37,945.00
Hours: Full time (36 hours per week). Flexible working offered.

About Home-Start UK

Home-Start is a federated charity consisting of a central national office – Home-Start UK - and 178 geographically dispersed local Home-Start organisations, all working together under the same identity.

We recognise that being a parent has never been easy. Every Home-Start volunteer is trained to work alongside parents to overcome the challenges they are facing. We work with parents to build on their strengths and give them the support that they tell us they need. We offer no judgement – just compassionate, confidential help and expert support. This peer-to-peer support is key to the difference Home-Start makes and often our volunteers have lived experience of the challenges their families are facing themselves.

About The Role

This is a key role within the marketing team at an exciting time of growth for the charity. You will be joining us at a development stage and will have a real opportunity to shape our supporter journeys and supporter care programmes across Home-Start UK. Be part of a movement focused on improving the long term outcomes of children across the UK, and help us grow, so that we can be there for every child who needs us.

The Individual Giving and Supporter Care Manager will develop and implement campaigns that build our supporter base along with retaining our existing supporters. Through compelling and personalised supporter journeys, you will ensure our supporters feel like our partners in ensuring that no child’s life chances are limited.

You will communicate effectively with our supporters and build a strong connection with them by placing supporter care at the heart of our work, while also engaging potential new supporters.

Reporting to the Head of Marketing you will be responsible for all supporter care activities and our acquisition campaigns. You will also manage the Supporter Care Officer and will create a supportive environment where you will help them achieve their objectives.

You will have experience of working in an individual giving/supporter care team or marketing role within the charity sector managing campaigns and supporter communications. With a proven track record in delivering successful campaigns, the ability to work to tight deadlines and with excellent attention to detail, you will be able to effectively manage key relationships internally and externally to deliver on campaigns with agreed time frames.

If this sounds like your type of challenge, we’d love to receive your application.

Closing date for applications: Thursday 31st October 2024, 5pm.
Interviews will be held virtually on the 1st and 2nd November 2024.

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.

Home-Start UK is committed to Equality of Opportunity and Diversity. We wish to encourage applications from all parts of the community irrespective of gender, race, colour, age, sexual orientation or disability.

Candidates will also be sent the interview questions ahead of their interview so that they may fully prepare. Appointments will be based on merit, following an open and clear selection process.

Home-Start UK, a charitable company limited by guarantee. Company No. 5382181. Charity No. in England and Wales 1108837 and in Scotland SCO39172.

No agencies please.

LOCATION - Remote with travel required across the UK

Are you looking for an exciting and rewarding new role in 2024? Apply for the Learning and Development Manager role at homelessness charity Emmaus UK.

About Emmaus

Emmaus is a secular organisation supporting homeless and socially excluded people by providing a home for as it is needed, meaningful work in a social enterprise and a sense of belonging and community. There are currently 30 Emmaus communities in the UK stretching from Glasgow to Dover and Norfolk to South Wales, collectively supporting more than 850 people. There are also 3 Emmaus groups working towards the development of services in their areas. We understand that a home is more than just a roof over your head; it’s somewhere to belong, where you feel part of a community, and that’s what Emmaus offers.

About the role

We are seeking a Learning and Development Manager to work with the Director of Partnerships and Federation Development to develop an ambitious learning and development strategy for Emmaus UK.

As a hands-on Learning & Development Manager, you will play a critical role in developing the skills, knowledge, and capabilities of employees, companions, volunteers and trustees across the Emmaus Federation and within Emmaus UK.

Your primary focus will be on developing and delivering effective learning interventions, programs and initiatives that align with the goals of Emmaus and support the growth and development of its people.

You will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the growth and development of employees, companions, volunteers and trustees, contributing to a positive learning culture, and supporting the overall success of the federation. Your role will involve supporting the development and delivery of strategic plans, programme design and implementation, stakeholder management, and continuous evaluation and improvement of learning initiatives.

This role is home-based, with some travel required across the UK.

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for a high-performing Learning and Development Manager, with experience working in a learning and development role, including experience of delivering training in-person and online to a range of stakeholders.

The successful applicant will be able to deliver effective and engaging learning and development programmes and will have experience of identifying and analysing learning and development needs, developing relevant approaches and evaluating effectiveness, developing a strong culture of continuous improvement across Emmaus UK and the wider federation.

This is an exciting and rewarding role for someone who thrives working with different people and pursuing new opportunities.

What we offer

· £37,878 pro rata (based on a standard working week of 37.5 hours)

· Working hours: 5 days per week, Monday – Friday

· Contract: Permanent

· Pension: Stakeholder pension with employer contribution

· Annual leave: 25 days + Bank Holidays + 3 concessionary days leave

· Training & development: Individually tailored induction. Ongoing training and development

· Volunteering: 2 days allowance each year

· Employee assistance: 24/7 employee assistance scheme is available

· Flexible working: Options available, subject to the requirements of the role

· Life assurance: Death in service lump sum of 3 x salary

To apply

To apply for the role, please complete our application form and equal opportunities monitoring form and email us by 12pm on Friday 1st November 2024.

Please ensure you download the job pack and refer to the job description and person specification when completing your application form.

Those shortlisted will be invited to an interview conducted via Microsoft Teams on Wednesday 13th November.

If you would like to arrange an informal discussion about the role, please email us.

Equal Opportunities

Emmaus UK provides equal opportunity for all job applicants and employees and is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination. We are dedicated to an inclusive culture, and we strive to create a workplace where teams of people with diverse backgrounds, characteristic, perspectives, ideas and experiences work together. We welcome applications from all individuals irrespective of age, race, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion or belief, disability, marital status or parental responsibilities.

To ensure fairness and consistency to select the best candidate for our roles, all our applications are anonymised up until an interview has been confirmed so that shortlisting is based solely upon the suitability of the candidate’s experience.

Would you like to work in a forward looking, faith based charity? One where you can bring your current skill and experience and develop and earn  points through our global training programme to become a Certified Fundraising Executive?

From its humble beginnings, ICC has become a trusted advocate and innovative leader in providing compassionate care for children with disabilities. For over 30 years, thousands of vulnerable children’s lives have been transformed by the essential services we provide.

Within China’s ever-changing social landscape, ICC’s nurturing care is modeling a new standard of support and empowerment for children with disabilities. Our dedicated team of therapists , special educators, social workers, vocational trainers and medical staff work tirelessly to help children live with hope, dignity and opportunity.

This Job Is For You If…….

You have fundraising experience in a charity environment and you’re ready to take the next step up in your career.
You already know how to retain donors and increase income
You love to project manage integrated fundraising campaigns and achieve your goals
You want to treat donors as VIP’s so they stay committed and engaged and you use a customer relationship management systems (CRM) to achieve that.
You can write engaging fundraising copy, or you’re willing to learn
You thrive developing innovative fundraising ideas and campaigns
You can embrace our culture, vision and mission wholeheartedly. 
You have ideas and energy to initiate new processes, you’re excited about getting things done better
You are a team player, willing to collaborate and serve to get the job done.
You are a Christian who wants to put your faith into action at work

Our preference is for a full-time candidate working from the Newcastle Office (Hybrid working offered). However, we are willing to consider applications from exceptional candidates who would only be able to take the post working fully remotely or who are interested in working part time

For the full Job Description and person spec, please refer to the attachment below.

 

Who are Guts UK Charity?

People are suffering. People are dying. All because of a lack of knowledge about our guts. 

Guts UK is the only charity that covers all of the digestive system, from ‘top to tail’ covering the gut, the liver and the pancreas. Guts UK works actively and collaboratively with other charities. However, with our own limited resources, we choose to focus particularly on the conditions that have no other specific charity or voice - those illnesses that really are underserved such as pancreatitis, diverticular disease, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), childhood gut and liver disease and digestive cancers.

Our vision is a world where digestive disorders are better understood, better treated and everyone who lives with one gets the support that they need. 

Overall Purpose of the Head of Research

The Philanthropy and Trusts Manager is an exciting new role at Guts UK and will be integral to delivering our new fundraising strategy, enabling us to grow our income to meet our ambitious strategic aims.

• You will be responsible for prospecting, soliciting, developing, engagement, stewardship and retaining key relationships with trust and foundations in line with Guts UK’s strategic framework. 
• You will be responsible for proactively identifying and progressing opportunities, developing and stewarding relationships, thinking creatively and strategically to develop compelling proposals.
• The Philanthropy and Trusts Manager won’t just lead the trusts and foundations programme, you will also manage and develop our corporate partnership portfolio with a focus on establishing new partnerships. You will work closely with the Senior Fundraising Manager and our CEO to identify, cultivate and steward these high value partners.

Who we’re looking for?
The successful candidate will be an experienced, relationship-focused fundraiser, excited by the opportunity to play a key part in elevating our fundraising programme.

You will pride yourself on outstanding stewardship, relationship building and prospect development and have a wealth of experience securing multi-year grants and long-term support from trusts, foundations and corporate partners. You will be someone who enjoys developing creative new ways to engage corporate partners.

A committed and inspiring ambassador for Guts UK, you will also be a great team player who enjoys collaborating with colleagues to deliver a dynamic and innovative programme of donor cultivation and stewardship.

Location

We have offices in London and Huddersfield which are easily accessible by road orpublic transport. We support hybrid working but attendance in one of the offices [dependent on your location] is required on an average of 2 days per week. If you are interested in the role but have queries about office-base requirements, please contactus to discuss.

Please see the attached detail job pack for further information and how to apply. 

• Job Title: Marketing Manager
• Location: Remote
• Salary: £39,000
• Permanent, 35 hours per week x 52 weeks per year.

You will:

• Raise awareness of Headway services amongst brain injury survivors, their carers and family members thereby increasing demand for our support.
• Drive engagement and support from stakeholders, including healthcare professionals, politicians, celebrities, grant-making bodies, and prospective fundraisers / donors.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Lead the review and development of the Headway brand
• Develop and launch campaigns to raise the profile and reputation of Headway
• Implement campaigns that meet organisational need such as promotion of services, recruitment of volunteers or a shop donation appeal.
• Create and disseminate promotional materials such as an impact report as well as leaflets, flyers, posters and digital assets relating to Headway services.
• Oversee the production of videos, testimonials, and photography for use in promotion of Headway and its services.
• Develop and implement brand guidelines to include visual and tone of voice guidance
• Ensure brand consistency of all Headway materials

ABOUT YOU

We’re open-minded & welcome all applicants who believe they can succeed. Though ideally, you will:

• Have experience in creating and implementing successful marketing campaigns, ideally within the nonprofit sector.
• Have a highly collaborative working style, fostering teamwork and cross-functional cooperation.
• Expertise in developing strategic marketing initiatives that align with organisational goals.
• Strong skills in data analysis and reporting to measure campaign performance and inform decision-making.
• Excellent organisational abilities, with a track record of managing multiple projects and meeting deadlines efficiently.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, ensuring clear, effective messaging across all channels.
• Skilled at tailoring content for diverse audiences while maintaining consistency in the brand’s tone of voice and key messaging.

BENEFITS

As a staff member at Headway - the brain injury association you’ll have access the following range of benefits;

Financial Security

• Competitive Salaries
• Pension - You’ll be automatically be enrolled into the People’s Pension with Headway contributing between 3 – 6%
• Occupational Sick Pay Scheme – Increasing with length of service.
• Death in Service Benefit - You’ll have the security of knowing if anything happens to you your loved ones will be provided for

Flexible Working

• Remote working – For the majority of our roles we can facilitate fully remote or hybrid working.
• We understand that a healthy work-life balance is essential for our team to thrive. Headway - the brain injury association offers flexible working arrangements, promoting well-being and ensuring you can take care of yourself while you care for others.

Wellbeing

• You’ll benefit from a fully comprehensive 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme including access to counselling services.
• Eye Test Vouchers
• Mental Health First Aiders

Holidays and leave

• You’ll get 25 days leave incrementally increasing to 30 days based on service plus Bank Holidays.

Benefits

• You’ll have access to a range of shopping and lifestyle benefits and discounts through our IMHR Plus Privilege membership.

ABOUT US 

Headway - the brain injury association plays a pivotal role in supporting individuals and families affected by brain injuries. Our comprehensive services encompass rehabilitation, counselling, and practical assistance to help survivors regain independence and improve their quality of life. Headway - the brain injury association is at the forefront of raising awareness about the challenges faced by those with brain injuries and advocates for their rights, ensuring they receive the care and understanding they deserve. Through a combination of educational initiatives, community outreach, and personalised support, Headway - the brain injury association strives to rebuild lives, offering a lifeline to those navigating the complexities of brain injury recovery.

Embark on a fulfilling career with Headway - the brain injury association and join our compassionate team and contribute to our mission of rebuilding lives after brain injury. Make a meaningful impact with Headway - the brain injury association, where every role plays a crucial part in empowering those on the path to recovery.

SAFEGUARDING

At Headway UK we are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of vulnerable adults. We expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow best practice as set out within the Care Act 2014. All successful applicants will be subject to safer recruiting procedures and will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment checks including a DBS check and two satisfactory references.

EQUALITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

We recognise, value and champion diversity and inclusion. We want to ensure are staff population reflect the diverse service users that we support. For us diversity and inclusion is about building happy teams, full of people that want to learn and be inspired by each other, by our different experiences and backgrounds. Inclusion means providing the people we recruit with opportunities and valuing everyone’s contributions and perspectives.

We are also committed to removing barriers for applicants with a disability during our recruitment process, upon appointment and as an employee.

Thank you for your interest in Headway - the brain injury association and we look forward to getting to know you!

Next steps

• Closing date: 28th October 2024
• Shortlisting date: 29th & 30th October 2024
• Interview: 7th and 8th November 2024

JOB TITLE: Fundraising Manager

RESPONSIBLE TO: Head of Partnerships

LOCATION: Home based

DURATION: Full-time - Permanent

SALARY/GRADE: £32,859.00

KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

· Chief Operating Officer

· Head of Partnerships

· Trusts and Foundations Manager

· Nation Directors

· Membership Team and Public Affairs and Communications Team

· Major Donors and corporate partnerships

ABOUT YOU

Are you an energetic multi-tasker with the passion, skills and experience to make an immediate impact on our community fundraising, regular donors and high net-worth individual income generating activities? Are you a self-starter and team player, accustomed to rolling your sleeves up to get the job done? Are you looking for a role to stretch you and are keen to take on a more strategic and project management role?

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

The Fundraising Manager will be responsible for growing income from our community fundraising and major donor relationships, so that an even greater impact can be made on adopted young people and their families. You will lead on all community fundraising initiatives, including appeals, fundraising campaigns, and external challenge events. You will drive innovation in our approach to fundraising. In addition, you will work closely with the Head of Partnerships and Senior Leadership Team to help us secure and manage all key fundraising relationships with major donors.  

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Supported by the Head of Partnerships and Senior Leadership team, take ownership of developing, delivering and monitoring fundraising events and activities in line with our fundraising strategy

· Manage existing and develop new innovative fundraising campaigns and activities to engage new and existing supporters & donors including legacies, external challenge events, digital fundraising campaigns, community activities, and large-scale events.

· Work with the team marketing lead to create compelling copy to promote events and help recruit supporters and donors.

· Work with all Adoption UK teams to support local fundraising activities in each of the four nations including membership and community teams

· Create and manage a volunteer fundraising programme to support more community fundraising across the organisation, including volunteer fundraiser recruitment.

· Analyse and report on the success of campaigns and programmes.

Person Specification criteria

Knowledge And Experience

• Experience of a fundraising, marketing, or event management role (E)
• Experience of delivering multiple projects on time and to budget (E)
• Experience of managing compelling, successful appeals (E)
• Experience of managing multiple stakeholders including individual fundraisers, High net worth individuals(E)

Qualifications and Education

• Professional fundraising qualifications (D)
• Marketing qualifications (D)
•  Event Management qualifications (D)

Skills and Abilities

• Delivers high quality work with minimal supervision and direction (E)
• Able to demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills, be competent with Microsoft Office (E)
• An exceptional administrator and coordinator with excellent organisation and writing skills (E)
• Communicate, engage and secure positive external relationships with stakeholders and supporters (E)
•  Has the capacity to deal with complex issues and is good at problem solving (D)
• Self-starter, used to working to deadlines and delivering against KPIs (D)
• Able to work communicate and engage with internal senior stakeholders effectively

Accountability

• Developing fundraising opportunities (E)
• Event administration (D)
• Stewardship and relationship management (E)
• Contribute to departmental strategic goals, in liaison with the Chief Operating Officer, Head of Partnerships and Trusts and Foundations Manager (E)

Behaviours

• Takes pride in Adoption UK and promotes its values and mission in all interactions with external stakeholders.
•  Demonstrates commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion in all aspects of role at all times.
• Contributes to an open and honest culture
• Encourages challenge and creativity, transparency and consistency.
• Leads by example.
• Offers outstanding service to members.
• Promotes cross functional team working, sharing skills and knowledge
• Communicates clearly, seeking clarity when unclear and valuing the opinion of others.
•  Valuing the opinion of other. Treating colleagues and other stakeholders with respect.
• Takes pride in own development, committed to achieving high standards and agreed objectives.

Blood Cancer UK has embarked on an exciting and ambitious new strategy which strives to deliver the best possible treatments and care for people affected by blood cancer. A key driver of the strategy is the growth we will deliver in our regional fundraising programme. 

We have a proud history of volunteer and supporter-led fundraising, and our well-established Regional Relationship Team plays a key role in achieving income growth to support our mission of beating blood cancer in a generation 

We are looking for an experienced manager who understands and is passionate about community and volunteer-led fundraising, who keeps the supporter at the heart of what they do and is focused on delivering results. Working alongside dedicated colleagues, this is the perfect role for someone looking to put their experience of leading a community fundraising programme to use and help us grow our regional audience.  You will be an integral part of our Public Fundraising leadership team as we seek to develop operational plans to deliver transformational growth across our income. You will also enjoy the active support and buy-in of senior colleagues, the Executive Team and others from across the organisation who are all committed to achieving our fundraising goals. 

There will be two interview stages for this role with the first stage virtual interviews taking place on Thursday 24th/Friday 25th October. 

Second Stage Interviews will take place in-person on either Tuesday 29th and or Wednesday 30th October. 

LitterHeroes Programme Manager

Salary: £ 27,665p.a. pro-rata (£34,581p.a.  FTE)

We also offer 27 days of annual leave (pro-rated for hours worked) plus bank holidays and a birthday day off, 8% employer pension contributions, a core hours system of working and enhanced family friendly policies

Contract: Permanent

Hours:  30 hours per week (we are open to discussing how this may work for you)

Location: Home based with some travel across England

Wigan or London (office or hybrid working) is also available

Keep Britain Tidy is one of the UK’s leading environmental charities. At a time when we are living in a world that is facing its greatest environmental challenges, the work we do has never been more important or more urgent.

This role sits within the Volunteering & Community Engagement team who run a range of programmes and activities for volunteers, which includes the national LitterHeroes Programme.

This role will be responsible for the development, management and coordination of the Keep Britain Tidy LitterHeroes programme.

The role will engage with our dedicated volunteers in both the LitterHeroes and LitterHeroes Ambassadors networks who are taking action on litter across the country.

The aim of this role is to develop and deliver the programme to increase the impact our volunteers can have. The post holder will expand engagement with Keep Britain Tidy LitterHeroes and LitterHeroes Ambassadors and increase their support, knowledge, and ultimately the action they take, developing the programme so that it has real impact.

The role will manage these two inspiring networks of volunteers, growing the volunteer base; providing advice; supporting them to take action in their local community; supporting them to promote Keep Britain Tidy’s campaigns; developing online support systems; and measuring and communicating the impact of the work they do

As we’re moving forward, we recognise that a diverse workforce yields the best results.  We embrace all the different identities in the UK, and we want our workforce to reflect that.

Environmental change is affecting us all and we want people from all backgrounds to be part of the solution and help us make the changes that cannot wait. It is for this reason that Keep Britain Tidy has flexible and supportive policies for all our staff and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.

All our roles benefit from generous holiday entitlement and pension contributions, including the opportunity to join the UK’s first net carbon pension scheme and to receive extra days leave for using alternatives to flights. If you need any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, you just need to let us know.

If you are interested in this job and want to help us, make a difference, please review a copy of the full job description found on our website.

After reading the application information, if you would love to work with us, please continue to apply. 

As part of the application process, you will need to answer 3 questions, submit a tailored CV and complete equal opportunities monitoring information as we want to try to make sure that our workforce is representative of the population, and we are not excluding any community.Please note that this information will be held separately.

Please ensure that your CV fully demonstrates the essential skills/experience asked for within the Job Description before you continue to apply.

Please submit your application before the closing date.

The deadline for applications is 09:00 Monday 21 October 2024

For successful candidates, interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams on Tuesday 5 November 2024

If you require an in-person interview, please let us know.

We have signed the pledge to always #ShowTheSalary for the roles that we advertise.

We are proud winners of the Working Families’ Best Small Employer Award 2021.

No agencies please.

About The Role
Closing date: 27th Oct
Application Process: Please ensure you apply with your most updated CV and a supporting statement on why you believe you would be the most suitable individual for this position.
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.
Dementia devastates lives. But dementia won't win. Until the day we find a cure, Alzheimer's Society will be here for anyone affected by dementia - wherever they are, whatever they're going through. Everything we do is informed and inspired by them.  
We are the UK's leading dementia charity. Every day, we work tirelessly to find new treatments and, ultimately, a cure for dementia. We provide expert information, training, and support services to all those who need our help. And we are creating a more dementia-friendly society so people with the condition can live without fear and prejudice.  
As a project manager, you will be responsible for leading cross-directorate teams to deliver the major elements of change that will deliver our strategy.  Working directly with some of the most senior people within the organisation you will ensure projects are run in a controlled way with the focus always on the delivery of the desired outcomes.  
As part of a busy and supportive Project Management Office, you will not only work across the whole business but work in an environment that will enable you to thrive as a project manager. 
Alzheimer's Society was named on the Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2023! We have achieved excellent scores for workplace happiness, pride, and job satisfaction.  This is a wonderful achievement and we're incredibly proud, as this is a fantastic testament to all the people who make up Alzheimer’s Society.
About you

- You will have proven experience in delivering complex projects in big organisations.
-  You will have led project teams through the entire project lifecycle, proactively managed risks and addressed issues, tracked and managed budgets in the hundreds of thousands of pounds and worked closely with senior management. 
- You will be an expert in project management methodology (including Agile delivery), controls and approaches flexible in their application and confident in producing plans, managing risk and change and ensuring benefits are delivered.
- You will need to be flexible in your approach, ensuring your communication and engagement style is appropriate for your audience and understanding of the impact of change on internal and external stakeholders and the business, both positive and negative.
- You are confident in your skills as a project manager and looking for an opportunity to take those skills further in an environment that will present opportunities to excel and make a real and positive impact on the world as you do.
- We are looking for candidates with enthusiasm, a ‘can-do’ approach and an organisational leader who will inspire the project teams you work with to push through challenges and achieve change.

Person specification

- Be responsible for the delivery of the project’s aims and objectives. 
- Lead on the mapping of benefits realisation.
- Ensure proper governance is set up for the project.
- Be responsible for the quality of project management of the project. 
- To develop project plans encompassing work to be undertaken across the projects. 
- Be responsible for the day-to-day management of projects, allocated resources and assigned budgets.
- To assess and manage risks and interdependencies across the projects, reporting resource conflicts and/or issues to the project boards and Head of Project Management as appropriate. 
- Build and manage effective relationships with internal partners. 
- To undertake any other tasks, duties, or projects commensurate with the general level of this post and as directed by the Head of Project Management and/or project sponsors. 

About Alzheimer's Society
Dementia is the biggest health and social challenge of our time.

There are currently estimated to be 900,000 people in the UK with dementia. Many are undiagnosed and facing the realities of their condition alone.

At Alzheimer’s Society we’re working towards a world where dementia no longer devastates lives. We do this by giving help to those living with dementia today and providing hope for the future. We’re here for everyone living with dementia.
 
As a Society, we are made up of people with dementia, carers, trusted experts, campaigners, researchers and clinicians. We are the UK’s largest collective force of people with unparalleled knowledge and over 40 years of experience addressing the biggest challenges facing people living with dementia.

Our Values

We are Determined to make a difference when and where it matters most, by being passionate, focussed and making a lasting impact for people affected by dementia.

Every one of us is a Trusted expert, listening, learning and using evidence and experience. We are Better together by being open, combining our strengths, helping us to achieve more together. We are Compassionate, we are kind and honest, and we don’t shy away from challenges.

Through our values we will make the greatest difference for people affected by dementia.

Equal Opportunities

We want everyone we work with, as a colleague, volunteer, supporter, or someone we support, to feel included and that they belong at Alzheimer's Society.

We are committed to building a diverse organisation that represents the communities we serve and ensuring inclusion in everything we do. During your recruitment process we want to make sure that you bring your whole self and be at your best.

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

We are looking for an ambitious, experienced Corporate Partnership Manager with a strong track record of growing and managing high value partnerships that exceed income targets and help to drive societal change. The successful applicant will manage and develop the delivery of Marie Curie's three-year corporate partnership with Morrisons,.

You will be responsible for:

- Providing exceptional account management for colleagues fundraising in Morrisons stores and sites, ensuring the partnership achieves agreed income targets, KPIs and objectives at an acceptable cost to income ratio.

- Managing, developing and leading on specific project areas within the high-value corporate partnership and providing appropriate and effective support to the wider account ensuring that partnership objectives are maximised.

- Working closely with the UK-wide network of Morrisons Daily Charity Ambassadors and Morrisons Community Champions to drive employee engagement income generation through a diverse calendar of fundraising activities and events including employee fundraising, events, cause related marketing, payroll giving.

- Achieving and exceeding financial targets and reporting on all financial arrangements with Morrisons ensuring that all income and expenditure is accounted for and appropriately included in the budget.

- Working closely with other Marie Curie teams to achieve financial and non-financial objectives for teams and departments across Marie Curie, including the promotion of key campaigns and to share information and resources.

Key Criteria:

- Proven track record in partnership management within a corporate-charity partnership setting.

- Success in pitching and retaining existing partners - from proposal development to employee vote strategies.

- Experience of meeting and exceeding income targets.

- Experience of identifying, prospecting, and securing income opportunities with corporate partners.

- Strong knowledge of corporate charity landscape, key sector and partnership trends, commercial insight, and awareness.

- Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills. Ability to communicate, influence and negotiate with a wide range of audiences at all levels.

- A creative thinker with an eye for detail who can come up with innovative ideas for company approaches, fundraising, communication, and stewardship campaigns.

Please see the full job description here:

Application & Interview Process

As part of your online application, you will be asked for a CV and covering letter. Please review both the advert and job description and outline your most relevant skills, experience and knowledge for the role.

Close date for applications: 20 October 2024

Salary: £34,500 - £38,324 depending on skills and experience.

Contract:   Permanent

Based: Homebased - (Some regular travel may be required to Morrisons HQ in Bradford and London Office Embassy Gardens)

Benefits you'll LOVE:

- Flexible working. We're happy to discuss flexible working at the interview stage.

- 25 days annual leave (exclusive of Bank Holidays)

- Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme (we will match your contribution up to 7.5%)

- Loan schemes for bikes; computers and season tickets

- Continuous professional development opportunities.

- Industry-leading training programmes

- Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programmes

- Enhanced bereavement, family friendly and sickness benefits

- Access to Blue Light Card membership

- Subsidised Eye Care

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

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

We're happy to accommodate any requests for reasonable adjustments.  Please email any requests to [email protected]