Change Jobs

Do you want to become part of an innovative team at the forefront of delivering the transformation agenda for a leading UK Charity?

We are looking for a Change Manager to join the RBL team on an 18 month Contract basis to support the design, development, and implementation of change management strategies and plans.

Reporting to the Change Leader, this role will see you collaborating with Programme Managers, the Transformation Management Office (TMO) and teams in the wider organisation to ensure understanding of change impacts, in addition to having accountability for the creation and application of the change management approach for multiple ongoing initiatives within RBL.

Come and be part of the leading Armed Forces charity, making a difference to the lives of those who have served to keep us safe and protect our way of life.

As a Change Manager, some key responsibilities will include:

· Supporting the development of and creating ownership for RBLs case for change and the change journey

· Design and implementation of a structured methodology for leading change management activities

· Supporting the development of a Change Management evaluation approach, leading design, and implementation of Change Management process, designing tools and interventions to support adoption of the changes required

· Creation of change plans for projects or change initiatives within the TMO acknowledging all aspects of change - analysis, plan, implementation, communication, and other associated change considerations. 

You will be contracted to our Haig House, London Hub. Under our Future Working framework, there will be some flexibility for working remotely/at home, using our collaboration tools to work with colleagues but with a minimum expectation of two days/week connecting directly face-to-face with colleagues at the hub.

For more detailed information about the role, please see our Vacancy Information Pack attached to our direct advert.

RBL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics and aim to operate an inclusive recruitment process.

Closing Date: Sunday 14th July 2024

We may close this vacancy early if we believe we have enough strong applications to be able to successfully fill the role(s). Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

We are looking for a Communications & Change Lead for a 12 month contract with an inspiring medical charity. You will play a pivotal role in supporting volunteers through significant period of change, requiring a blend of strategic thinking, communications expertise and project management skills to effectively navigate through transitions and drive successful outcomes.

The role will be a mixture home based and hybrid with some travel.

The Charity
An inspiring medical charity dedicated to helping people at some of the most vulnerable moments in their lives. Youll be joining a highly respected organisation, known for its supportive and inclusive working culture, offering fantastic benefits including hybrid and flexible working!

The Role
Develop communication strategies that go beyond just informing, but also aim to inspire, motivate, and build a strong community movement.

Design a comprehensive communications plan, in partnership with the Volunteer Leadership Network, tailored to different audiences and channels.

Create engaging content, including newsletters, emails, presentations, videos and intranet updates to
communicate plans, progress and key milestones effectively.

Build strong relationships with key stakeholders at all levels of the organization to gather insights, address concerns and solicit feedback.

The Candidate

Proven experience in change management, organisational development or related field.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.

Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously and meet deadlines.

Experience developing and executing communications plans across various channels.

IMPORTANT NOTE

Our aim is to respond to all successful applications within 5 days. If you havent been contacted within 5 days your application has been unsuccessful and your details will not be held further but we positively encourage you to apply for any other positions that you may see in the future.

We apologise that we cannot contact everybody in person but thank you in advance for your interest.

Third Solutions encourages applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Third Solutions acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003.

The Arts Council is the national development agency for creativity and culture. It has set out its strategic vision called “Lets Create”, that by 2030, they want England to be a country in which the creativity of each of us is valued and given the chance to flourish and where everyone of us has access to a remarkable range of high quality, cultural experiences. They invest public money from Government and the National Lottery to help support the Arts & Culture sectors and deliver on this vision.

In 2022, the Arts Council’s National Council commissioned Nous Group to conduct an independent Inclusion Review ( Inclusion Review ) in order to understand the steps they need to take to become an organisation where everyone feels they truly belong. Alongside this, the Arts Council has also embarked on a programme of wider transformation, setting out various change and improvement programmes to ensure the body is fit for the future.

Prospectus is delighted to be working with the Arts Council to recruit a Senior Communications Officer (Inclusion & Change) to join its team based in Manchester.

The role:

Reporting to the Director of Communication, this role will work closely with the immediate team and effectively across the business and will be responsible for devising and executing impactful internal communication and behaviour change campaigns, in support of key change and inclusion programmes at the Arts Council.

Situated in the Advocacy and Communication team, this new role will collaborate closely with two other groups of internal stakeholders made up of colleagues from across the organisation. One group leads on Transformation programmes for the Arts Council – ensuring they are developing as an organisation fit for the future, from seizing digital opportunities to driving efficiencies; the other group leads on equality, diversity and inclusion work, specifically around putting the recommendations of the recent Inclusion Review. This role will provide pivotal support for the Arts Council as they continue to evolve as an organisation, by shaping insight-driven audience engagement, managing internally focussed messaging around change programmes, convening staff networks and forums, liaising with various internal stakeholders and proactively utilising the Intranet to galvanize and foster deeper understanding of inclusion and learning across staff teams.

The person:

The successful candidate will have demonstrable experience of change management and internal communication project delivery, ideally with a large national charity or indeed in a local authority, central government, NHS Trust or Higher Education environment. This person will have led on initiatives, possibly EDI related, but most importantly transformation and change, where internal messaging, mobilising forums and staff engagement has been central to success.

An effective communicator, both verbally and in writing, this person will be confident and proactive with excellent attention to detail and will be highly organised. A natural problem solver, this person will also be confident in the use of all MS Office packages, creative design products and database management.

This is a superb opportunity for someone with the necessary experience, to be part of facilitating real and lasting change in this high profile and established national organisation.
The role is offered on a 12 month fixed term contract with flexible hybrid working (1 or 2 days in the office – remainder from home) based at the offices in Central Manchester.

Equality Diversity and Inclusion:

Arts Council are committed to building an inclusive employer and workplace and recruiting a workforce that is as diverse as the communities we serve. However, you identify, and whatever background you bring with you, Arts Council welcomes you to apply for a role.  

If there are any adjustments that would help support you in your application, please do let us know when you apply. If you are disabled Evenbreak are able to provide support with your application, for further information please visit their website.  
Disabled, D/deaf and/or neurodivergent people and those from Black, Asian and Ethnically Diverse backgrounds are underrepresented in the Arts Council’s workforce so we particularly encourage applications from people in these groups.

Vehicles for Change (T/A RevoLOOtion) is a thriving charity founded in 2018 providing fully accessible mobile toilets to festivals, shows, outdoor events and sporting fixtures across the UK.

This is a vital support service for those with disabilities and serious health conditions to participate in events that would be difficult or impossible to attend otherwise.

The Chief Executive Officer will work to deliver the vision, mission and strategic goals of organisation alongside the Trustee Board.

We are searching for someone with proven experience of leading service organisations including business development, operations, finance and HR. Our key future priorities include expanding and modernising our mobile loo fleet, as well as building our off-season business offer.

This is an exciting opportunity for an individual with enthusiasm, drive and a desire to help change the world for the better.

The Insight Manager plays a crucial role in ensuring Power to Change’s research and insight programme is rigorous, creative and high impact. The role also gathers and shares robust evidence and learning about our approach and the community business sector.

The Insight Manager will work with colleagues across the organisation to manage and deliver several key insight projects, and support the Associate Director for Policy & Insight to implement the organisation’s Insight Strategy.

To see the full responsibilities for this role, please see the Job Description.

Civitas Recruitment are delighted to be working with an organisation who bring the investment community together to work towards a net zero and climate resilient future. The organisation collaborates with investors to create practical solutions that can make a real difference in tackling climate change. An exciting opportunity exists for a Finance, Planning and Analysis Manager to join the team. As Financial, Planning and Analysis Manager, you will play a crucial role in supporting the financial planning and decision-making processes within their organisation. You will be responsible for analysing financial data, preparing reports, and providing key insights to aid in strategic business planning with grant reporting duties. This is a full-time position, hybrid working in Central London.

Who are we looking for?

Ideally you will be a qualified accountant with solid experience in developing and improving accounting & financial management processes and systems, management accounting and reporting and donor financial reporting. You will have strong finance system skills, including advanced user knowledge of Excel and modelling skills. You will  also have strong financial analysis skills with demonstrative experience in working both collaboratively and independently to formulate insights and produce credible, clear and compelling recommendations. With strong communication skills you will be able to build strong relations with internal and external stakeholders.  Not for profit sector experience would be a bonus although not essential.

If the above role description sounds of interest and you feel like you meet the criteria; please apply immediately or for further information, please contact Syed at Civitas Recruitment for a full JD and informal discussion. Early applications are encouraged as we will be reviewing on a rolling basis and roles may closer earlier than initially indicated.

You will be joining a small and vibrant team at a time when our service is more important than ever. The Charity has expanded substantially over the last 2 years and the role of Board Administrator will support our Trustee Board to deliver high quality governance and strategy with strong organisational skills and record keeping.

Your main responsibility as a Board Administrator will be to prepare papers for Monthly Trustee Board meetings, minute taking and record keeping for Board and Sub committee meetings. In addition providing administrative support to Board sub committees where needed and organising accessible venues and equipment for hybrid meetings.

You will be familiar with minute taking, governance and working closely with Trustee Boards and you will need strong skills to prioritise and organise your workload effectively.

Don't miss this great opportunity to join the dynamic and friendly team at Big Change. As Operations Executive you will support the Head of Operations to ensure seamless governance, meticulous finance management, and impactful project coordination. If you are super organised, love co-ordination, communication, and you have a keen eye for detail, this could be the job for you.

In this pivotal role, you will:

• Oversee key operational responsibilities and facilitate effective communication both internally and with our external partners.
• Play a crucial role in making sure the team operations run smoothly and efficiently.
• Handle finance and data with meticulous attention to detail, manage schedules, procure equipment, and ensure compliance with governance and legal standards.

This position offers a fantastic learning and development opportunity, ensuring you gain hands-on experience by being involved in key initiatives across the team. You will enjoy the chance to increase your skills and knowledge in a supportive and collaborative environment, working across exciting projects, and making a meaningful impact on Big Change success.

Accountabilities

Administrative and Event Support:

• Coordinate team purchases to ensure necessary resources are available.

• Manage receipt and bank card transactions to maintain financial accuracy.

• Team scheduling, including managing rooms and meeting calendars, to optimise team coordination.

• Team travel management to coordinate logistics and support organisational activities.

• Equipment assessment and procurement to maintain and upgrade necessary tools and infrastructure.

• Support the People Manager with coordination and organisation of Team Reset Days

Data and CRM Management:

• Update and maintain Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system to ensure accurate and up-to-date information.

• Manage payment platforms to facilitate smooth financial operations.

• Managing external inboxes to ensure timely communication and response.

• Support the Head of Operations in the delivery of CRM training to the team

Legal and Compliance Support:

• Initiate legal cases via the pro bono platform, aligning with Big Change legal requirements.

• Support the annual audit process to ensure compliance and accuracy in financial reporting.

• Support the Head of Operations to ensure high standards of data security and GDPR compliance, including training and development. Act as a DPO for the organisation.

IT and Workspace Management:

• Serve as a primary contact for IT and other workspace-related issues, ensuring a functional and efficient work environment.

• Act as the office liaison with our hosts, Virgin Management Limited, to maintain a smooth operational relationship and ensure compliance with host policies.

Financial Operations (supporting the Finance Manager):

• Support accounts receivable and payable to ensure timely processing of transactions.

• Managing some donation processing to support organisational funding needs.

• Team expenses management to ensure accurate tracking and reimbursement.

• Manage accounts and subscriptions to ensure continuous service and budget alignment.

• Monitor and manage some core budget areas.

General Support:

• Support onboarding and offboarding of Big Change team members. 

• Handle tasks arising from strategic objectives as directed by the line manager.

• Prepare ad-hoc research pieces around operational systems and processes.

• Provide support for additional ad hoc tasks that enhance the team's functionality.

Skills / capabilities:

• Organisation: coordinating meetings.

• Administration: proficient in handling administrative duties.

• Communication: liaising with team members, external partners, and other stakeholders.

• Problem-Solving: identify problems quickly and develop effective solutions, particularly when managing logistical or operational challenges.

• Technological: competent using office software, CRM system, and the ability to manage digital records and communications tools.

• Financial: manage financial records, understand budgeting, and handle accounts payable/receivable efficiently.

• Adaptable and Flexible: able to adjust to changing priorities and manage multiple tasks in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications / experience

• Project Management: experience in coordinating team logistics and events,  purchases, and scheduling, as well as managing equipment procurement.

• Proficiency with CRM and Office Technology: demonstratable ability to utilise CRM systems and proficiency with office technology for data management and operational efficiency.

• Some understanding of Legal and Audit Processes: knowledge of legal compliance and familiarity with audit processes to ensure organisational adherence to regulations.

• Experience in Financial Operations: proven track record of managing financial transactions, including accounts receivable and payable, donation processing, and team expense tracking.

• Understanding of data protection legislation.

About Us
At Big Change we are unashamedly hopeful for a future in which all young people can thrive, in life not just exams. We believe in the power and potential of people - individually and collectively - to create deep and lasting change. We keep our sights on the horizon and bring together people with ideas, energy and wisdom who can show the way there.
We are on a mission to:

• Show a new way is possible - We find and back leaders with bold ideas and projects that positively impact thousands of young people. 
• Create change with, not to, young people - We listen to young people, support them and their ideas, and ensure their needs are at the centre of every project we back. 
• Learn with others and shift mindsets - We bring together and learn with diverse experts and leaders who are working to transform education and learning, to inform our work and champion change together.

Big Change Benefits:

• £1000 Learning and Development Allowance
• Cycle to Work and Season Ticket Loan schemes
• Flexible working
• Pension scheme with up to 5% matched by Big Change
• Monthly phone allowance
• Unlimited annual leave policy 
• Volunteer days

About CAT

The Centre for Alternative Technology (CAT) is an internationally renowned environmental charity, a world-leading eco centre, and one of the foremost providers of postgraduate environmental education in the UK, based near Machynlleth in Powys, Mid Wales.

CAT provides inspiration, education and training in solutions to the climate and biodiversity emergency.

Key activities include residential short courses, vocational training and postgraduate degrees in a wide range of sustainability-related topics, with online courses and events offered alongside in-person learning.

CAT launched the Zero Carbon Britain Hub and Innovation Lab in 2020 with support from the Moondance Foundation. This was initially a three year project and received further funding from the Moondance Foundation to run the Innovation Lab for a further three years. The aim of the project is to improve the capacity of councils and communities to turn climate emergency declarations into action and create systemic change in order to increase resilience to climate change.

This will be achieved by offering a programme of support aimed at increasing the competence, confidence and effectiveness of policy makers, communities and organisations in developing zero carbon policies and action plans. This support will include: using the Zero Carbon Britain model to provide people with the knowledge to create Zero Carbon Action Plans; delivering Zero Carbon Britain training using a ‘train the trainer’ model to increase the skills and capacity of communities to take action on climate change; supplying the tools to enable people to turn climate emergency declarations into action; setting up a digital resource hub and online network to provide peer support and increase confidence of individuals and communities to take action on climate change. In conjunction with the Zero Carbon Britain Hub, an Innovation Lab will identify key issues, priorities and tasks; develop ideas that impact on these areas; and create routes into larger scale impact or systems change.

Job details:

ZCBILM240216

Area of Responsibility:

Zero Carbon Britain Innovation Lab

Responsible to:

Co-CEO

Responsible for:

Research Assistant

External Trainers and consultants

Contract type: Fixed term – 2 years

Responsibility Grade: 7

Location: Flexible with regular visits to the CAT eco centre near Machynlleth

Hours: 37.5 hours per week. (1.0 FTE)

Working Days: Usually Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm. Occasional weekend and evening working.

Salary and employee benefits:

£35,898 per annum.

CAT offers a generous annual leave allowance of 25 days p.a., plus bank holidays, plus additional allowance at Christmas (usually 3 days), plus 1 extra day for every year worked (up to 5 days).

CAT also offers an attractive package of employee benefits, including:

· a free cooked lunch and free hot drinks from the café whenever working from the CAT eco centre

· 40% discount on retail goods purchased from CAT

· Opportunities for CPD training, qualifications & professional memberships to be funded by CAT

· Opportunity to take 2 CAT short courses per year free-of-charge

· the opportunity to purchase additional holiday days      

· a ‘Cycle to Work’ scheme (planned)

· 5% pension contribution

· generous maternity and paternity entitlement and Death In Service benefit

· 2 hours per month for general health & wellbeing & 2 hours per month for Welsh language tuition.

Work remotely: See Location

Application deadline:     9am 5 July 2024

Interviews to be held:     Week commencing 15 July 2024 (on site)

Expected start date:  To be discussed at offer stage 

Overview of Role

The postholder will manage the Zero Carbon Britain Innovation Lab, to improve the capacity of councils and communities to turn climate emergency declarations into action, identifying key issues, priorities and tasks, developing ideas that impact on these areas and creating routes into larger scale impact or systems change, in order to increase resilience to climate change.

Main Responsibilities

· To work with the Zero Carbon Britain Hub Team and External Evaluator, to clarify aims and capabilities, identifying key issues, priorities and tasks the Innovation Lab could help tackle, assessing current and potential innovation capabilities and gaps

· To design the Innovation Team model

· To manage all staff employed to deliver on the Innovation Lab

· To liaise with the Head of Development to identify other sources of funding for developing the Innovation Team model and building the Innovation team

· To develop and implement Innovation Lab methodology, piloting and delivering innovation Labs

· To put in place effective systems, policies and procedures for the effective management, monitoring and evaluation of the Innovation Lab in order to deliver on the project’s aims and objectives, outputs, outcomes and impact

· To work with the Graduate School of the Environment and contribute to teaching on the Masters in Behaviour Change and other Masters degrees

· To represent the Innovation Lab externally

· To liaise and work in partnership with appropriate external organisations, to support the needs of councils and communities to turn climate emergency declarations into action

· To manage external consultants and staff tasked with delivering training and consultancy

· To prepare marketing material and publicise the project and its activities

Any other appropriate duties as defined by the Co-CEO

We are seeking an experienced and ambitious Major Donor Manager to join our team. You will hold responsibility for creating a major donor portfolio for TLC, securing support from High Net Worth Individuals (HNWIs) and Philanthropists.

This is TLC’s first Major Donor role. Over the past few years our organisation’s size and reach has grown considerably. We have experienced much success in winning new contracts and generating income from grants and Trusts – however, large and unrestricted donations remain an untapped potential resource for TLC. As the need for our services grows, so does the need for funding.

About you

We’re looking for someone who is ambitious and not afraid of a challenge – we know our expectations are high and it’s an increasingly competitive landscape. However we’re fully committed to making this work and the successful candidate will have the support and backing of our incredibly talented team.

Key to success in this role will be your well-established networks, excellent relationship building and influencing skills and ability to articulate TLC: Talk, Listen, Change’s mission in a powerful and compelling way that leads people to make substantial donations. You’ll be comfortable delivering against ambitious (though realistic!) targets and we will incentivise exceptional performance.

You will work closely with our Director of Development and our wider Development and Marketing teams.

We’re particularly looking to diversify our leadership and management teams across TLC with people from global majority ethnicities, as we know we are under-represented in this area.

About us

TLC: Talk, Listen, Change is a relationships charity that has been providing support to individuals, couples, families, and communities in the North of England for over 40 years. The charity focuses on promoting emotional wellbeing through the cultivation of safe, healthy, and happy relationships. Originally serving Greater Manchester, the organisation has expanded its reach to help people all over England. We offer a range of services tailored to meet the diverse relationship challenges faced by the community. Our commitment to evolving our services ensures we continue to meet the growing needs of those we serve.

We value safe, healthy, and happy relationships both within the workplace and beyond, emphasising a culture that is safe, authentic, and person-centred, reflecting our commitment to valuing staff as much as the people we support. Our organisation takes pride in being progressive and inclusive. We have made specific commitments to staff well-being and inclusivity, such as the Age-Friendly Employer Pledge, supporting Afro-hairstyles through the Halo Code, and endorsing the White Ribbon campaign to end men’s violence against women. These initiatives support work to build an equitable and respectful work environment.

We aim to encourage a culture where people can be themselves and be valued for their strengths. We seek to attract and employ the best people from the widest pool, reflecting the diverse range of people we support.

We also believe in empowering our team members to bring their best to their work. That’s why we offer flexible working hours around core business times. We also provide an annual Professional Development allowance, a generous annual leave package, and even time off for your birthday, Health and Wellbeing Day and EDI-focused Volunteering Day.

We want to make our recruitment processes accessible to everyone. As standard practice we provide interview questions prior to the interview so we can concentrate on getting to know you. If there is any way that we can support you to be the best you can be, please contact us.

We are looking for a skilled and highly motivated communications professional with significant experience of devising and delivering impactful communications strategies and an impressive track record of effective media work. 

You need to be able to create ambitious, highly strategic plans from scratch and then enjoy rolling up your sleeves and delivering them. On some days, you'll be running brainstorms, writing strategies, commissioning research and devising other impactful interventions to influence the mainstream media narrative on our issues. On other days, you'll be pitching a press release, turning around a reactive line in an hour when a story breaks, or meeting a senior journalist.

You should be someone who loves to think strategically about how to shape the media narrative around complex issues, including identifying influential actors and understanding their agendas. And ideally you will be able to demonstrate experience of working between communications, campaigning, policy, and advocacy disciplines and understanding of how these areas of work need to interact to bring about policy change. 

You do not need to be an economic policy specialist, but an ability to quickly grasp and fluently communicate technical policy issues is essential.

About the role

For the past five years, Platform’s fossil free work has focused on the coordination of the activist network UK Divest, with the aim to disrupt the financing of the fossil fuel industry through local government pension schemes. In the past two years, the remit of our work has expanded, to include new campaigns focused on exposing and disrupting fossil fuel industry sportswashing and the lobbying of Parliament. Now, with new campaigning underway on new targets in the pension sector, we are re-organising and growing our team to resource this exciting work.

Working alongside three Fossil Free Campaigners at Platform - and partners at Friends of the Earth Scotland - you will build on the strengths and learnings of past years to lead the strategic development of this important programme of work, incorporating UK Divest, Fossil Free Parliament, fossil free sports work, and new pensions work.

Our fossil free campaign is also inextricably tied to other movements for social justice. We are specifically seeking someone to develop the international solidarity potential of this work, understanding how fossil fuels are intertwined with the defence industry, colonialism, and global extraction more broadly. We want to target investment in and political support for fossil fuel companies because we believe it is intricately linked to broader global justice, such as the UK Government’s role in supporting destructive energy projects worldwide. The best divestment and anti-fossil fuel campaigning has been, and your future work will be, informed by and responsive to the BDS movement, the Global Energy Embargo for Palestine and anti-apartheid and arms trade work.

As a permanent member of Platform staff, you will also participate in the collective decision-making and running of Platform as an organisation, as well as having fundraising responsibilities alongside your project work. 

Details

Hours: 4 days (32 hours per week based on a 40 hour week)

Contract: Permanent contract, subject to 6 months’ probationary period.

Salary: Baseline salary is £42,248 pro rata (£33,791 at 4 days a week) and is subject to Platform’s Socially Just Waging System.

Location: Oxford House, Derbyshire Street, London E2 6HG. Many Platform staff members choose to work primarily from home: flexible remote working can be negotiated to suit circumstances.

Responsible to: Management Group and Trustees

About Platform

Extractive energy, food and financial systems are driving climate breakdown, the defining issue of our time. At Platform, we’re tackling this by exposing who owns and controls these systems, mobilising impacted communities and envisioning sustainable and socially just alternatives.

Drawing on Platform’s unique 40-year history, our team of campaigners, researchers and artists are working across the UK to transform the political, cultural and social conditions in which polluting industries operate.

What we are looking for

You are an experienced campaigner and organiser, with experience in inter/national campaigns, and a track record of developing impactful strategies with strong theories of change. You thrive on movement building and supporting networks of activists to do their best work. You have strong connections in climate and social justice movements at large.

You understand how change happens, and are experienced in practical approaches that secure small but consistent wins. You understand how political institutions work, particularly local councils and/or UK and Scottish Parliament. You may have experience in insider advocacy, and have worked with policymakers to make change happen. Ideally, you also have a working understanding of how financial institutions such as pension schemes support the fossil fuel industry.

You are deeply motivated by Platform’s visions and values, and feel enthusiastic at the prospect of operating within a flat-structured organisation. You have a strong understanding of climate justice in relation to a wider context of capitalism and white supremacy.

You are interested in creative campaigning that makes use of arts and culture, and have a strong track record of developing trusting relationships. You have experience engaging with press media in a strategic way.

You enjoy working in a team, take pride in and responsibility for your work, and believe in collaborative, consensus based decision-making. 

Asylum Matters is looking for a dynamic leader committed to fighting for the rights of people seeking

asylum. Our team of eight staff is geographically dispersed across the UK. We are a charity that

campaigns locally and nationally, in close collaboration with an extensive network of partner

organisations, to advocate for progressive change on a range of issues that affect people in the

asylum system in the UK.

These include;

- Our Fight The Anti Refugee Laws campaign

- Communities Not Camps, a campaign against mass containment sites

- Our campaign against Asylum poverty

- And the Lift the Ban campaign which we co-lead, and award winning campaign bringing together

over 300 organisations calling for the right to work for people seeking asylum

Asylum Matters was established in 2016 and became an independent charity in 2021, and plays a

significant role in efforts to defend the right to seek asylum in the UK and to bring about positive

change for refugees and people seeking safety here. We are a convenor and facilitator of

collaboration and joint action. Our work connects the local with the national, helps strengthen

collective advocacy on asylum reform and ensures it is informed by the reality on the ground.We are looking for an experienced campaigner, advocate and leader, with the skills and experience to

effectively manage people, teams and programmes of work and to develop and implement strategies

to achieve real change locally and nationally. The successful candidate will have a commitment to

working towards a fairer and more effective asylum system, and to empowering and working with

those with direct experience of it. They will have experience of Parliamentary advocacy and cultivating

progressive relationships with MP’s. They will be proactive, able to identify influencing opportunities

and rapidly mobilise support to respond to them. They will also be a highly effective communicator,

able to represent the organisation externally, build strong working relationships and close

collaboration and manage various communication channels. We are particularly keen to hear from

people with lived experience of the UK asylum system and anyone with lived experience who meets

the essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview. The successful candidate must have the right to

work in the UK.

We're looking for a Communications Officer to join our small team with big ambitions to lift people out of poverty and end the need for foodbanks.

Responsible for:

The support and delivery of Chichester District Foodbank’s external communications as well as the image Chichester District Foodbank portrays externally to our clients, volunteers, donors and stakeholders.

About Chichester District Foodbank:

Chichester District Foodbank was founded in 2012 and has four foodbanks in Chichester, Midhurst, Petworth and Selsey.  We are part of the Trussell Trust network providing emergency food and support for people locked in poverty and campaign for change to end the need for foodbanks.

We are committed to working alongside people struggling against poverty which results in food insecurity, to learn from and be shaped by their knowledge and experience.

Overall responsibility of the job:

Support the development of communications strategies working with the different areas of the Foodbank to galvanise support for ending hunger and inspire action from key stakeholders.

Support the creation of and deliver communications campaigns both short and long term in line with the overall strategy for Chichester District Foodbank.

Manage conception, design and development, implementation of communications materials and campaigns and analyse outcomes.

Position Chichester District Foodbank as a leading voice for change and promote buy-in of our vision to end hunger in partnership with the charitable and public sector.

Deadline for applications:

Please submit your application by the end of Tuesday 18 July.

Interviews:

Interviews will be conducted on Tuesday 23 July.

Please see the attached role profile for a full job description and person specification.