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Many of our Spear trainees have faced significant barriers to finding work, including family breakdown, growing up in care, disability or mental health difficulties, having been involved in crime, or really struggling at school. We believe that being out of work can lead to isolation and proliferate these challenges, meaningful work is key in helping young people find a sense of purpose and community. We're proud that the coaching and community that the Spear Programme provides makes such a difference that 75% of those who take part find work, and are still in work a year later.

We are looking for coaches to work as part of Spear centres that are run in partnership with churches around the country, delivering the Spear Programme to 16-24 year olds, equipping and empowering them to overcome the barriers they face and turn their lives around. 

Not only will you be part of bringing about powerful change in people's lives, but throughout this paid, dynamic, one-year opportunity, you'll be supported and challenged. We'll invest in you, developing expert coaching and leadership skills to set you on a great career path.

Download our Graduate Prospectus for more information.

 Please feel free to let us know if you may require any reasonable adjustments to participate fully in our recruitment process, or if you have any enquiries regarding accessibility such as wheelchair access. 

What will you do?

• Coach 16-24 year olds, bringing about powerful change in their lives 
• Build great relationships with relevant professionals 
• Form part of an intentional church community 

What will you gain?

• Christian Leadership Skills 

• Social Impact Experience

• Excellent coaching capability 

• Management skills and career progression 

Working requirements, salary & benefits

• Salary between £22,000 and £24,000 dependant on location and experience, plus pension scheme
• Full-time, Monday to Friday, 9.30am - 5.30pm. 28 days annual leave (including Christmas gift days)
• One year fixed term contract; we aim to support all Graduate coaches to progress to other roles with us after this initial year, with development towards management level within 3 years. 
• Occasional evening working required (for events such as termly Spear Celebration evenings)
• For most centres there is a requirement to become part of the partner church congregation, and you will be expected to participate in church team events as well as wider Resurgo team events, including weekly staff prayer meetings and annual staff conferences in summer and winter (one residential)
• A DBS check will be requested in the event of a job offer

We have various Spear Centre locations which are listed below. We have variable start dates so please indicate when you are looking to start. 

London

- Bethnal Green

- Camden

- Clapham Junction

- Hammersmith

- Islington

- Kennington

- North Kensington

Regional

- Brighton

- Bournemouth

Other Centres with part time roles

We also partner with churches in the following cities - these centres handle their own applications, and the roles are slightly different, being part time and mostly permanent, at a slightly more senior level. If you are interested in these, please contact our recruitment team for more information.

- Ipswich

Title: Senior Philanthropy Manager

Contract:                 Permanent, full-time (36 hours per week)

Salary: £49,275 per anuum

About Us

We are a world-class visitor attraction and leading science research centre. We use the Museum's unique collections and our unrivalled expertise to tackle the biggest challenges facing the world today. We care for more than 80 million objects spanning billions of years and welcome more than five million visitors annually and 16 million visits to our website.

Today the Museum is more relevant and influential than ever. By attracting people from a range of backgrounds to work for us, we can continue to look at the world with fresh eyes and find new ways of doing things.

We employ over 1000 staff in a variety of roles, all united by our vision of a future where people and planet thrive. We need everyone to have the passion and drive to help us with our mission to create advocates for our planet and inspire millions to care about the natural world.

This is an exciting time to join the NHM’s Development team, as we are about to embark on a major capital campaign that is set to rejuvenate the Museum spaces and transform access to our collections. Alongside this we have secured investment from the UK Government to build a major new science and digitisation centre at the Thames Valley Science Park in collaboration with the University of Reading. The purpose-built centre will house much of the Museum's collection and will include laboratories, digitisation suites, collaborative research spaces, conservation labs and workspaces.  

Diversity and inclusion matter to us.

Our vision is of a future where both people and the planet thrive. Diversity is one of our core values and we strive to build a workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging. All new staff who join us learn about the importance of diversity and inclusion to the Museum and how to contribute to creating an inclusive environment.

We know we have more to do, but we are committed to ensuring that everyone who works at the Museum feels they can thrive and feel valued and respected.

Job Summary

We are looking for a dynamic and self-motivated fundraiser to join our successful team as we embark on a major capital campaign to raise £150m. Reporting to the Head of Philanthropy, this role will be responsible for personally securing six and seven-figure gifts from High-Net-Worth Individuals.

The Senior Philanthropy Manger will work closely with the Head of Philanthropy, the Senior Principal Gifts Manager and the rest of the Philanthropy team, feeding into the overall strategy of high-value partnerships. They will manage a portfolio of funder accounts which deliver long term, high-value strategic partnerships as well as building new relationships.

The Senior Philanthropy Manager will also manage 2 roles – Patrons Manager and a Philanthropy Manager (HNWI and Legacies), with oversight of both the Patrons Programme and Legacy programme.

The Philanthropy team is growing and there will be substantial opportunity for professional development within a world-leading cultural organisation.

Main tasks and responsibilities

· Manage a portfolio of prospects, in the UK and abroad, capable of making six and seven-figure gifts.

· Raise income in line with agreed personal and team fundraising targets.

· Working closely with the whole Philanthropy team to coordinate on the overall strategy and targets for maximising philanthropic giving to the NHM.

· Manage a team of 3, which includes line management of a Patrons Manager and Philanthropy Manager (HNWI/Legacies), whilst motivating them to meet key objectives and targets within the overall Philanthropy team.

· Work alongside the Philanthropy team, Special Events team and Corporate team in the preparation of written donor proposals, donor stewardship and the planning and execution of events related to the cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of donors.

· Work independently to plan and implement creative strategies to increase philanthropic gifts at the six and seven-figure level by creating bespoke cultivation and solicitation plans that utilise senior stakeholders effectively.

· Actively solicit funding personally, as well as plan solicitations for senior staff as appropriate.

· Build strong relationships and partner with key staff across NHM in line with our strategic ambitions.

· Prepare written briefings for senior management and with donors and prospective donors as well as follow up documentation and correspondence.

· Ensure full and timely records of all activity are kept on the database in adherence to set policies and procedures.

· Promote best practice in fundraising across the NHM.

Person Specification

Essential

· Significant fundraising or income generating experience and a proven track record of securing income at the six-figure+ level.

· Demonstrated success in managing a high value and diverse portfolio of major donors that include complex relationships (e.g. interests and relationships across a large organisation).

· Experience of working within a results-oriented environment, with a record of achieving personal KPIs and targets.

· Exceptional written communication skills with an ability to convey detailed or scientific information in a concise and engaging manner.  

· Excellent interpersonal and verbal skills and with proven experience of managing or liaising with either clients, customers or charity donors.

· Proven experience of cross-team working and liaising with multiple stakeholders.

· Good understanding of the process of fundraising.

· Excellent administration and organisation skills, demonstrating the ability to manage conflicting priorities and meet deadlines whilst working under pressure.  

· Ability to work well as a member of a team as well as on own initiative.

· Ability to attend early morning and evening events as required, acting as an ambassador for the Natural History Museum.

Desirable

· A demonstrable track-record in securing and managing funding from high-net-worth individuals.

· Management experience.

· Experience of working with a fundraising / CRM system.

· Experience carrying out research to a brief (preferably fundraising research, including external research, such as giving history and funding priorities, and internal research, such as gathering figures, statistics and information).

· Knowledge of and an interest in natural history, science, environmental and/or the cultural sector.

Thriving at the Museum: the way we work

We are proud to work at the Museum and have identified the qualities we all need to embody to reach our shared ambition. This sits alongside the Museum’s values and forms the framework for the way we work.

We are ambitious. To make a difference on a global scale we are big and bold in our thinking and set goals which may seem impossibly high. We act with integrity, but we are not rigid or inflexible.  We are excellent at what we do and look for opportunities to make a difference for the Museum wherever we can.

We are curious.  We never stop learning. We look outwards beyond the Museum and ask questions to advance our understanding. We seek out and actively listen to different perspectives. We take time to reflect, are thoughtful and open to new ideas.

We share the wonder. We are captivated by the natural world, proud of our treasures and trusted guardians of our collections. We are passionate about the Museum, enjoy telling its stories and sharing our knowledge and expertise to inspire others. We don’t take this for granted; we feel proud to work here.

We are pioneering. We are not afraid to try something new and use good judgment and evidence to take risks. We experiment, innovate, and embrace complex problems by adapting our approach. We do not dwell on setbacks or get preoccupied with problems. We find solutions.

We team up. We respect the expertise of others and recognise that we produce the strongest outcomes when we put the best ideas together. We trust each other, keep things simple and make it easy for others to do the right thing. We share information and skills so everyone is equipped and enabled to succeed. We never let bad moments grow into bad relationships. We inspire and empower each other to give our best.

We act with pace. We focus our efforts where we know we can make the biggest impact. We take tough decisions and once a plan is set, we all get behind it to make it happen. We take responsibility and don’t wait to be told what to do. We are racing against time in this planetary emergency, so we work with a sense of urgency.

General Information

All positions at the Natural History Museum are conditional subject to receipt of:

• Proof that you are legally entitled to work in the UK

• A Basic Disclosure Check from the Disclosures and Barring Service (DBS)

• Satisfactory references covering the last 3 years of your employment or education

• Health clearance

The Museum supports flexible working.

To apply

If that sounds like you, please apply online on the Natural History Museum’s careers portal.

Closing date: 20 October 2024

Interviews expected w/c 28 October 2024

Do you have a proven track record of successfully managing projects and building strong relationships? Are you an experienced Coordinator with a drive for community engagement? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

The Westway Trust is a unique charity that stewards the resources of 23 acres of space under the Westway A40. We are seeking a Production Coordinator to join our growing team.

In this role you'll play a vital role in delivering projects that support our mission of enhancing the lives of people in the North Kensington community. You'll work closely with our team to coordinate projects, build partnerships, and measure our impact.

If you’re excited about this opportunity to make a difference in the community, we’d love to hear from you!

Key responsibilities of the role include but are not limited to:

• To coordinate the delivery of Projects, starting first with the Money Club project. Plus other small project initiatives including providing administrative support to the Community Engagement team.
• To coordinate with partner organisations the delivery of activities, workshops and events for the Project(s).
• To support with collecting data, case studies and testimonials to measure the Project(s) impact and assess gaps in the project for development. 
• To coordinate volunteers and other forms of support that come through from partner organisations that may be required for the Project(s).
• To support with ongoing outreach and communications efforts regarding the Project(s) and any other organisational projects and campaigns.
• Assist with community events as required (occasional evening and weekend work will be required).
• Perform basic financial activities.

Experience, knowledge and skills:

• Minium of 4 years work experience including experience of coordinating projects.
• A track record of working collaboratively with partners and stakeholders.
• Experience of community engagement and an ability to work on your own initiative.
• Ability to oversee and manage project contributors including staff, partners and volunteers.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to be flexible and adaptable in response to developing priorities.
• Interpersonal skills for both workplace and external representation contexts, operating with enthusiasm, flexibility, energy and commitment.
• Connection to or significant understanding of the local area and its social and cultural heritage would be highly desirable.
• Community work experience is desirable.

Qualifications

• Qualifications: A Level or equivalent.

Benefits of working with us:

• Great location in the heart of Portobello, North Kensington
• Investor in People (IiP) employer
• Generous holiday entitlement of 25 days per year + statutory bank holidays
• Free gym membership at health club one minute walk from the office
• Pension scheme
• Life Assurance
• Sick pay scheme
• Season ticket / bicycle loan
• Free eye test voucher

The application deadline is Sunday 29 September 2024 when applications will be reviewed and shortlisted for interview. However, we reserve the right to close the application early.  An early application is strongly recommended.

The role of the Head of National Services is instrumental in ensuring that we provide innovative support to people affected by poor mental health and mental illness.

It will be responsible for working closely with our Policy and Communications Team around nationally funded projects by Scottish Government and will play a key role in the National Management Team of Change Mental Health. The role will work closely with the Director of Services to develop and work in partnership with a range of different stakeholders to increase the impact of our work and generate new opportunities for the organisation. 

This is an exciting new role for the organisation and would suit someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, is committed to continuous service improvement and who excels in managing both operational and strategic relationships.

Key Responsibilities:

· Oversee the safe and efficient operational delivery practice and development of National Services, including our Advice and Support Service, Distress Brief Intervention services (DBI), Suicide Bereavement Services and other national projects 

· Lead, support and motivate your team to ensure high-quality and person-centred service delivery

· Provide strategic leadership for the services in your area and contribute to the strategic development of services nationally as a member of the National Management Team 

· Be an active member of the National Management Team and contribute to the implementation of Change Mental Health’s vision, mission, values and strategy 

Strategic planning and oversight 

· Provide strategic leadership for the services in your area and contribute to the strategic development of services nationally as a member of the National Management Team 

· Represent Change Mental Health appropriately at external meetings, including Programme Boards, round table events and Government meetings 

· Work closely with the Director of Services to implement and develop Change Mental Health’s services strategic vision 

· Scope and explore funding opportunities and support and develop funding applications and tender bids, as required, in partnership with the Fundraising Team and Tender Team 

· Plan, manage and implement change successfully

· Work with the Fundraising Team and Tender Team to develop an annual plan around fundraising, contracts and development of services

· Regularly source and organise opportunities to meet in person with key partners and stakeholders who can support and influence our work positively 

· Represent the organisation professionally when communicating with external stakeholders and protect and enhance the organisations reputation

· Develop an annual strategic plan for your area which clearly demonstrates how the operational work being delivered aligns with the organisation’s strategy 

· Communicate strategic messages and decisions with your team and competently manage and respond to questions and queries around these 

· Lead on all monitoring and reporting for your area of work, including setting and monitoring KPIs across all of your teams and projects 

Operational service delivery and development 

· Ensure National Services are delivered to the highest standard with high levels of satisfaction from the people we support 

· Responsible for overseeing the safe operational delivery of services in your area of work and managing quality assurance around these 

· Responsible for developing and maintaining safe working processes, procedures and practices in my area of work, including overseeing some services which may be registered with the Financial Conduct Authority (FSA), Scottish National Standards for Information and Advice Providers (SNSIAP), Care Inspectorate or other regulatory bodies

· Oversee safe and inclusive recruitment practices in my area for both staff and volunteers 

· Responsible for overseeing the implementation of appropriate tools and systems within your team to assess, measure and monitor outcomes and impact of services

· Oversee and manage all contracts and service delivery to ensure the team delivers high quality and safe services, in line with our partners expected outcomes and expectations 

· Provide visible onsite leadership to our staff by being based at and regularly visiting Change Mental Health’s services/ offices 

· Support the operational delivery of services, including providing guidance and support for frontline staff, where required 

· Proactively seek opportunities to develop services in your area through networking and taking advantage of the local/ national landscape, to expand the scope and reach of Change Mental Health 

· Encourage and promote the voice of lived experience in the development of services and support in your area and across the organisation 

· Lead on supporting staff with safeguarding and adult protection concerns/ referrals in your area and give guidance, support and direction to colleagues as needed 

· Responsible for ensuring appropriate health and safety processes are in place and adhered to in your area, including risk assessments, lone working procedures, safeguarding and adult protection

· Have delegated responsibility to set, manage and monitor budgets for my area 

· Lead your team to establish person-centred development plans for those accessing Change Mental Health support which focuses on recovery and include various assessment models, including a robust approach to risk assessment 

· Produce reports and information as required by the Senior Leadership Team, funders or other stakeholders, as required 

Leadership 

· Lead on key specific themes of work/ projects as a member of the National Management Team

· Lead and support HR processes as a member of the National Management Team, including chairing and supporting disciplinaries, grievances and appeal hearings 

· Role model positive behaviours and communicate clearly key organisational messages to the wider team 

· Make decisions and give direction to your team which protect the interests of the organisation 

· Communicate effectively with other members of the National Management Team and provide appropriate challenge 

· Contribute to the development of best practice, quality and improvement within services 

· Lead on specific projects/ working groups as required

· Carry out any other duties that may reasonably be required in the light of the main purpose of the job 

Line management 

· Coach, support and provide constructive feedback to your team to ensure they are clear about what the organisation needs and expects from them in their role 

· Manage and oversee HR issues as they arise in the team, and seek advice from the HR Team as appropriate to mitigate organisational risk and ensure supportive working practices and an inclusive culture are in place 

· Communicate regularly with your team, in person, and be a visible member of NMT who listens to staff, provides clarity on decision-making and delivers key organisational messages 

· Build a positive and supportive culture within your teams which represents the values of Change Mental Health 

· Ensure that your team are keeping up-to-date records in the appropriate systems and ensure they are adhering to GDPR and other organisational processes and policies

· Provide regular, in person, support and supervision sessions to those you line manage

· Encourage, promote and facilitate reflective practice throughout your area of work 

· Plan and set objectives for your team members and monitor the progress of these to ensure staff are supported to achieve these 

· Build a positive, inclusive and high performing team culture and team dynamics by ensuring regular in person meetings and social events take place to support and encourage this 

Financial and line management responsibilities

· Set, manage and oversee local budgets in consultation with the Director of Services and Head of Finance 

· Ensure local value for money in delivering high-quality services

· Build relationships with stake holders to successfully facilitate budget conversations 

· Line manage staff, as required, to ensure the successful delivery of services across Scotland

Other

· Includes some evening and weekend working where required, time off in lieu will be given in accordance with Change Mental Health’s TOIL policy

· A satisfactory PVG will be required 

· Being part of an on-call rota to support staff, as and when required

General Duties  

· Act in accordance with Data Protection legislation.  Ensure all records, personal, staff and client data are managed in line with Data Management and Information Governance policies 

· Comply with legal and regulatory requirements such as provisions set out in the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 

· As with all employees, workers and volunteers; to encourage people to join Change Mental Health as a member, donor or activist 

· To act in accordance with the charity’s Health & Safety and Safeguarding policies and to notify your line manager promptly if there are any concerns 

· To participate in regular supervision and appraisal and undertake any relevant training as appropriate to the role 

· To work in accordance with the charity’s national policies and local operating procedures and those of external regulators or professional bodies 

This job profile and list of duties is not exhaustive and serves only to highlight the main requirements. The line manager may stipulate other reasonable requirements and projects commensurate with the general profile and grade of the post. 

Essential Criteria:

· Educated to a degree level or equivalent or have relevant experience of working in health and social care at a senior level 

· Hold the appropriate qualifications to be a Registered Manager with the Care Inspectorate, or a willingness to work towards obtaining the appropriate qualifications 

· Passionate about improving the outcomes for people affected by their mental health 

· Demonstratable experience of operationally leading, managing and developing services and line managing staff 

· Evidence of being able to use own initiative and make competent decisions using sound judgement 

· Evidence of problem solving effectively and supporting others to work through complex and difficult situations 

· Experience of successfully leading, managing and supporting a team, keeping them engaged and motivated 

· Ability to innovate, looking to constantly improve what we do and how we can clearly evidence our impact 

· Evidence of being a flexible and strong communicator who builds positive relationships, both internally and externally, and has advanced networking skills 

· Ability to work comfortably with the detail of strong operational service delivery and balancing this with working strategically 

· Evidence of being a reflective practitioner; being comfortable and open to receiving and acting on feedback to improve practice 

· Knowledge and experience of following safeguarding processes and procedures and guiding and supporting others with safeguarding and adult protection concerns

· IT literate, able to maintain and develop effective administration and information management systems 

· Excellent organisational skills, including the ability to manage a high-volume workload with deadlines and manage conflicting priorities 

· Willingness to travel throughout different parts of Scotland, including national office

· Commitment to Change Mental Health’s purpose and values, including equality and inclusion 

Successful applicants for this post will require a PVG Membership (this will be arranged by Change Mental Health during before you start your role). Please be aware that it is classed as an offence if you apply for this role and are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children or vulnerable adults.

Desirable Criteria

· Experience of managing national programmes of work

· Experience of managing Information and Advice services

This job profile and list of duties is not exhaustive and serves only to highlight the main requirements. The line manager may stipulate other reasonable requirements and projects commensurate with the general profile and grade of the post.

Benefits:  

· 24/7 access to an award-winning Employee Assistance Programme providing free legal, financial, and medical advice as well as support with life’s challenges.

· A 35-hour working week, enhanced sick pay & season ticket loan.

· A great work life balance with flexible and blended working environment.

· Access to purchase a Blue Light Discount Card

· Cycle to Work Scheme

· Enhanced sick pay and leave entitlements.

· Generous 37 days’ holiday.

· Paid Mental Wellbeing days.

· Professional development including funded opportunities.

Application Notes:

To apply please submit your CV and Cover Letter through the online BreatheHR portal.

Please note all applications must be received by midday on Friday 18th October. Interviews are due to be held on Thursday 31st October.

We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds.

If you consider yourself to have a disability, please inform us of any arrangements that we may make to the interview process.

We reserve the right to close this advert earlier or later than stated. Please don’t delay your application to avoid any disappointment.

About the Company: Medical Aid for Palestinians (MAP) works for the health and dignity of Palestinians living under occupation and as refugees. MAP is the leading UK charity delivering health and medical care to those worst affected by conflict, occupation, and displacement, in the occupied Palestinian territory and Lebanon

About the Role: The Technology Project Manager role at MAP will be responsible for overseeing the successful planning, execution, and completion of technology-driven projects that enhance our organisational capabilities and support our mission.

You will leverage your expertise to lead cross-organisational project teams, coordinate resources, both internally and externally, and ensure that projects are delivered on time, within scope, and budget. The role is pivotal in driving innovation, improving operational efficiency, and ensuring that our technology initiatives align with our strategic objectives, ultimately enabling us to better serve our beneficiaries.

AP currently has a growing list of technology projects that it aims to commence, which will require varying levels of input from this role. 

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

 Project Planning and Management:

• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables that support organisational goals in collaboration with project team members and key stakeholders.
• Manage project timelines, budget, and resources.
• Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion.
• Support each project with project administration - setting up meetings, providing updates & minutes to all concerned.
• Lead, coach, and motivate project team members on a proactive basis.
• Develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation, and presentations.
• Conduct project post-mortems and create recommendations report in order to identify successful and unsuccessful project elements.

Risk Management:

•  Identify and manage project dependencies and critical path.
•  Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies.
• Proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential crises, and devise contingency plans.

Quality Assurance:

•  Ensure that projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Oversee quality control throughout the project life cycle.
•  Manage project performance and ensure adherence to standards and methodologies.

SKILLS, EXPERIENCE & CANDIDATE ATTRIBUTES

Experience & Certifications/Qualifications:

•  Experience in working in the NGO/Charity sector, particularly with digital transformation and organisations scaling up.
•  PMP, PRINCE2, or similar project management certification preferred.
• Substantial Demonstrable experience in project management, in an IT environment.

Skills and Competencies:

• ·Strong understanding of project management methodologies and tools
•  Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
•  Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• ·Proficient in project management software
• ·Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work under tight deadlines.
•  Experience in information management, information security, business intelligence and programme management disciplines

Flexibility:

•  Able to work flexibly in emergencies and to meet specific deadlines including some evenings and weekends.

Ethos:

• Support the mission & values of MAP.
• Support and promote diversity and equality of opportunity in the workplace.
• Represent and be an ambassador for MAP.
• Commitment to anti-discriminatory practice and equal opportunities.
•  An ability to apply awareness of diversity issues to all areas of work.
• Abide by organisational policies, codes of conduct and practices.
• Commitment to upholding the rights of people facing disadvantage and discrimination.
• Commitment to a zero-tolerance policy on sexual exploitation & abuse/safeguarding. 

Other desirable experience:

•  Experience of not-for-profit/INGO environments
• Experience with humanitarian issues, particularly those in Palestine.

 MAP has a zero-tolerance policy with regard to Sexual Exploitation and Abuse by MAP‘s personnel against the people they serve. Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) is the responsibility of everyone, and all selected candidates will be required to comply with MAP's PSEA Policy at all times. Selected candidates will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks against their past behaviour related to sexual exploitation and abuse, and may be required to provide additional information further on in the selection process. 

We are a large and busy Church of England parish and are looking for an energetic and self-motivated Operations Manager to join our leadership team.  You will be someone who can oversee all the operational elements with appropriate attention to detail and processes and also take a full part in supporting new developments in line with our vision.

Our Operations Manager is moving on after almost 3 years in post so we are looking for someone to lead our Operations Team at All Saints Church, Ecclesall.

The role requires the oversight of four areas of church operations:

• Administration including finance

• Communications

• Estates

• Governance

You will manage the operations team (6 staff) and work closely with the ministry team, a wider range of active volunteers and users of our halls complex. You will be able to deal with issues sensitively and with an approach appropriate to our Christian faith. The role does include some evening and weekend work but will mainly be carried out during office hours.

Responsibilities:

General Operations Management

1.1 Manage the Church Office to ensure that the working environment and working practices are efficient, flexible and fully reflect the mission and values of All Saints.

1.2 Manage and maintain the church databases and files to ensure kept up to date and fully compliant with Data Protection legislation.

1.3 Working closely with the Ministry Team, including participation in the weekly senior team meeting, manage the church programme and calendar.

1.4 Oversee the preparation of the resources required to support the weekly services, major church festivals and other church events. Lead on arranging some events.

1.5 Oversee enquiries about baptisms, weddings, funerals and church yard.

1.6 Provide informed support to volunteers in all areas of administration and operations covering a wide range of regular and adhoc activities.

Communications

2.1 Support the Vicar in ensuring timely, appropriate and effective internal and external communications including the weekly e-mail and hard copy church notices.

2.2 Ensure that the website is regularly reviewed and updated, as required.

2.3 Manage All Saints’ profile and activity on social media.

2.4 Respond to enquiries and requests from the Diocese, local community and external organizations, as required.

2.5 Manage communication with members of the church family in matters relating to news and weekly notices in a timely manner

See attachments for furhter responsibilities and details 

Here at Human Appeal we have an exciting opportunity for a Project Coordinator to join our team based in Cheadle. You will join us on a full-time basis as part of an initial 1-year fixed term contract with a view to progressing into a permanent role. In return, you will receive a competitive salary.

Human Appeal is a faith-based charity that aims to abolish poverty by providing humanitarian aid, sustainable development programs and championing advocacy for our beneficiaries worldwide.

As Project Coordinator, the successful candidate will play an integral role in supporting the Global Communications department by managing the acquisition of content, processing data, and coordinating with freelancers. This role requires strong organisational skills, excellent communication abilities, and a proactive approach to handling multiple projects simultaneously.

We are ideally looking to appoint somebody immediately to this role.

Key duties and responsibilities of the Project Coordinator include:

• Content Acquisition: Coordinate with regional teams and programme coordinators to acquire necessary raw content (e.g., data, videos, images) for various projects.
• Data Processing: Analyse and process large volumes of raw content and data to identify appropriate storylines and ensure accuracy and relevance for reports and case stories.
• Freelancer Briefing: Develop detailed briefs for freelancers, outlining project requirements, deadlines, and expected deliverables. Manage the workflow between the organisation and freelancers, ensuring clear communication and timely delivery.
• Project Management: Assist in the planning, execution, and monitoring of projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Administrative Support: Provide administrative support, including scheduling meetings, maintaining project documentation, and tracking project progress.
• Communication: Act as the primary point of contact between the Global Communications department, freelancers and clients, ensuring smooth collaboration and addressing any issues that arise.
• Current Events: Stay informed about current events and ensure that content is relevant and timely, particularly for reactive content related to emergencies and humanitarian crises.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the Digital Marketing, PR, and Programme Leads teams to align content and ensure cohesive messaging across all platforms.
• Quality Control: Review and ensure the quality of content produced by freelancers, providing feedback and requesting revisions as necessary

What we’re looking for in our Project Coordinator include:

• Ideally Degree-educated in a relevant field
• Minimum 2 years of Experience in Administration / Communications
• MS Office Suite
• Fluent written and spoken English is essential. Additional languages, e.g. Arabic are desirable

This would be an ideal role for an experienced Project Coordinator looking to develop their career, or an experienced Project Coordinator looking for a rewarding role within the Charity Sector!

We are looking to appoint this role ASAP and will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis so for the best chance of success please click ‘apply’ today to become our Project Coordinator – we would love to hear from you.

Disclaimer: Please be aware that due to the anticipated quantity of response, we will only be contacting candidates who are shortlisted to interview stage. If you have not been contacted within 4 weeks of your application, please assume that unfortunately you have been unsuccessful this time.

Job Opportunity: Carer's Caseworker

Are you passionate about supporting unpaid carers and making a real difference in their lives? Our client, a well-established charity, is looking for a dedicated and empathetic Carer's Caseworker to join their dynamic team.

• Role: Carer's Caseworker
• Organisation Type: Charity
• Location: London (Hybrid Working)
• Salary: £15+ per hour
• Employment Type: Full-time, temporary (37.5 hours per week)

Role Overview: As a Carer's Caseworker, you'll provide essential support to unpaid adult carers by conducting assessments, developing individualised care plans, and partnering with local organisations to raise awareness of carers' rights. This role plays a key part in ensuring carers receive the emotional, practical, and financial assistance they need to manage their responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough carer assessments and create personalised support plans in line with the Care Act 2014
• Assist carers with applications for financial support, including Carers Personal Budgets
• Provide emotional and practical support, particularly during crises
• Facilitate carer support groups and events (occasional evening events may apply)
• Build partnerships with local authorities, NHS bodies, and organisations to raise awareness of carers' needs
• Maintain accurate case records on Carers Network and Local Authority databases (e.g., Mosaic)
• Contribute to reports for management and external funding bodies

The Ideal Candidate:

• Experience working with diverse clients and managing their own caseload
• Strong IT, organisational, and administrative skills to be able to navigate multiple systems
• Knowledge of issues affecting unpaid carers and relevant legislation, such as the Care Act 2014
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and committed to high-quality support services
• Experience in outreach, networking, and partnership-building
• Passion for supporting the mission of a growing charity

If you're ready to make a real impact and improve the lives of unpaid carers, apply today for an immediate start!

How to Apply:

To apply for the Caseworker role, please reply and upload your CV quoting reference SOH81485 and we can provide more information to you.

We eagerly await your response.

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.

A Bit about Us:
WellChild, based in the centre of Cheltenham, is the national charity for seriously ill children and their families. We fund
programmes and services to make it possible for children and young people living with serious illness to be cared for at
home instead of hospital.

What we are looking for:
We are seeking an enthusiastic and well organised Family Engagement Coordinator to work within our Family Team. This
role will be working directly with charity beneficiaries - parents and carers of children with serious and complex health
needs. This is a diverse and interesting role that is central to the development and expansion of our WellChild Family
Tree service.

Purpose of the role:
The Family Engagement Coordinator is vital to the success of the WellChild Family Tree Network. This is a growing network
that exists to connect families across the UK caring for a child with serious and complex medical needs with each other
and with WellChild. Through its online Facebook forum, and programme of activities, events and communications, it
provides members with the opportunity to make friends, make memories and get support.

Working within the Family Team and as part of the wider Programmes team this role will report to the Family Programme
Manager and is central to the development and expansion of the WellChild Family Tree. Key to this role is taking ownership
of and delivering a well-defined WellChild Family Tree membership experience that attracts and engages families from
across the UK and includes the provision of high-quality content and regular communications.

For the full details of the role, further contact details for more information and the JD/PS please see the enclosed documents.

Whilst the closing date for applications is 9am 8th October 24 we will be reviewing applications as they come in so may close the role earlier than advertised if we recieve sufficient applications.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Do you want to work with a leading advocacy charity organisation supporting those in need?

Do you have experience of working or volunteering in welfare, support or health and social care and are looking for a new challenge?

Are you keen to make a difference to people who want to be heard?

Then come and join us here at VoiceAbility.

Due to the award of a new contract, we are looking for new Advocates to join our team in Fife and the surrounding area. We are seeking applicants who have transferable skills, a willingness to learn and a desire to help those in need of support or already have a Level 2 Award in Independent Advocacy.

About us

VoiceAbility is an independent charity and one of the UK’s largest providers of advocacy and involvement services. We deliver a wide range of service contracts funded by Scottish Government, local authorities, health trusts and other voluntary and private sector organisations.

We’ve been supporting people to have their say in decisions about their health, care, and wellbeing for over 40 years. We make sure people are heard when it matters most.  For more information on what Advocacy is and the services offered then please visit our website.

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity for Advocates to join our team covering Fife and the surrounding area. You will be involved in one-to-one advocacy along with group work across the area; this could be in a clients’ home, hospital, care homes or other suitable community venues and be home based for administrative tasks.  Therefore, access to your own transportation and a suitable home internet connection is essential. 

This is a full time role for 35 hours per week, applicants who do not hold the Level 2 Award in Independent Advocacy will start on £22,500 per annum.

About you

We actively encourage applications from those who are long term unemployed.

Desirably you will have some experience of working, providing welfare, supporting, or caring for Adults or young people who have support needs, attending tribunals or review meetings ideally for those with a variety of communication needs, mental ill health, physical health issues, or barriers to accessing education, training, benefits, employment, care and support.

You should have worked or volunteered in health, social care, welfare, support services, education or young person’s services, or advice and guidance.

How will you make a difference?

You will be responsible for ensuring the individual’s wishes, feelings, beliefs, needs, and values are met to create positive outcomes for the people you support.

You will support people to speak up for themselves and grow in confidence, equip them to understand and exercise their rights and options.

You will work resourcefully and collaboratively with the individuals you support.  You’ll be creative in your approach to empower our clients by ensuring you meaningfully explain people’s options and rights to them.  You’ll support individuals to fully participate in decisions affecting them and will make sure they have their voices heard.  This can be through 1-2-1 advocacy or in a group setting.

Professional Development?

You will have plenty of opportunities to enhance your professional abilities and you will make a real difference every day. Advocates are expected to be willing to gain or to already hold, the Level 2 Award in Independent Advocacy with disciplines suitable for the role they work in.

Benefits:

• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• 5% employer pension & 3% employee contribution
• Salary sacrifice pension scheme
• Separate Life Assurance Cover
• Staff discount scheme including retail discounts, entertainment, holidays etc
• Discounted Gym Membership; Employee Assistance programme
• Supportive working environment fostering a good work/life balance
• Support with continuous professional development

Equality and Diversity

VoiceAbility believes in fostering an inclusive workplace which welcomes, values, and celebrates the diversity of its staff and partners, treats all on a basis of equality and encourages all to meet their maximum potential.

VoiceAbility are a Disability Confident employer, any applicant that identifies themselves as having a disability and can demonstrate that they meet all the essential criteria for the role will be offered an interview. If you need to apply in a different way, please contact HR for further options.

How to apply

To apply for this role please sign up for a recruitment account by clicking the apply button on this page. Follow the instructions to create your account, upload your CV, and complete our short application form.

Important Dates:

Closing date for applications; midnight on Sunday 29th September, however, VoiceAbility reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy before this date.

Don’t forget to read the person specification so you can tell us about yourself and how your skills, abilities and experiences match the criteria outlined in the person specification.

Hint: you can use work, personal and/or voluntary experiences and examples to tell us why you should be our next Advocate.

NB:

If you don't already hold the Independent Advocacy qualification, and you are successful in your application, it is a requirement that you complete this within 12 months of commencing the training.  VoiceAbility will fund this training.

We're Looking for an energetic, compassionate and dedicated individual who is willing to learn to join our team as a Day Concierge. You will play a vital role in ensuring that all clients and stakeholders feel welcomed and included in the service.

You will play a pivotal role within the team by keeping track of all housing management issues across the cluster and reporting directly to the deputy manager.

About the role:

As the Day Concierge you will be taking a lead in reporting and monitoring maintenance issues, boosting and monitoring rent and service charge collection which helps clients on their move to independent living. You will be working collaboratively within the team to improve client experiences and boost satisfaction levels.

In your role, you will be the first point of contact and you will ensure that everyone is offered a warm welcome to the service and given the assistance they need.

This is an entry level position and experience in the sector is not a requirement, however an aptitude to learn, teamwork and compassionate attitude are necessary.

About you:

• Possess good planning and organising skills.
• Have a warm and friendly attitude and willingness to assist
• Your approach is creative, analytical, and person-centred, rooted in a strengths and recovery model.
• A non-judgmental approach to working with multi-disadvantaged / complex needs clients and to promote a strengths-based approach and an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
• Strong team-working and interpersonal skills, maintaining a collaborative approach to delivering service objectives across work specialisms.

About us:

Single Homeless Project is a London-wide charity. Our vision is of a society where everyone has a place to call home and the chance to live a fulfilling life.

We help single Londoners by preventing homelessness, providing support and accommodation, promoting wellbeing, enhancing opportunity, and being a voice for change. From supporting people in crisis to helping people take the final steps towards independence and employment, we make a difference to 10,000 lives every year across all 32 boroughs.

We offer you more than a job; we offer you a chance to be part of a compassionate, driven team that's committed to making a real difference in people's lives. You'll have the opportunity to lead, co-create, and inspire change while enjoying a collaborative, growth-oriented environment.

Join us in creating a brighter, more hopeful future for individuals in need. 

Important info:

Closing Date: Sunday 29th September 2024 at midnight

Interview Date: Wednesday 9th October 2024 via Microsoft Teams

This post will require an Enhanced DBS check to be processed for the successful applicant.

Age UK London are a unique charity campaigning to make London a better place for older Londoners now, as well as the older Londoners of the future. We campaign alongside older Londoners on a range of topics including transport, access to services, the high cost-of-living, improvements to infratructure and more.

We are looking for an enthusiastic campaigner to support the development and delivery of our campaigns and influencing work to improve the lives of older Londoners and ensure their views are listened to and acted upon by decision makers.

Our mission is to campaign for specific change to improve the lives of older Londoners and ensure that their experiences, needs and contributions are heard and taken into account by decision makers.

We are a small, friendly, collaborative team who work together to improve the lives of older people living in London. We are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements.

The Campaigns Support Officer will play a key role in the team helping to ensure our campaigns achieve significant impact.

TO APPLY

To apply for this role please read the Job description and specifcation. Please apply using CharityJob's 'Quick Apply' function  and upload a CV and a cover letter of no more than two pages. In your cover letter please tell us why you are applying for the position and how you meet the job specification. 

Please email John McGeachy at Age UK London if you have any questions. Email address available on the Job Description document.

We are SafeLives, the UK-wide charity dedicated to ending domestic abuse, for everyone and for good.    

Last year alone, nearly 13,500 professionals received our training. Over 70,000 adults at risk of serious harm or murder and more than 85,000 children received support through dedicated multi-agency support designed by us and delivered with partners. In the last four years, over 2,000 perpetrators have been challenged and supported to change by interventions we created with partners, and that is just the start.

The Role

The Finance & Project Manager will oversee DAPO programme commissioning contracts and budgets. This includes monitoring pilot budgets, managing grant agreements, and regular reporting to commissioners. The Finance & Project Manager will work closely with the DAPO Programme Manager and SafeLives Head of Finance to enable programme delivery and facilitate effective commissioning relationships with service providers in each pilot area.  

Benefits

• 34 days' holiday including public holidays.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Flexible working - compressed hours.
• Eye Care Vouchers.
• Pension scheme with 4% employer contribution.
• Childcare Vouchers.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Clinical Supervision.
• Holiday Purchase Scheme to buy up to an additional 5 days.
• Enhanced Family leave Policies.
• Enhanced Sick pay.
• Professional Development Fund.
• Individual learning budget.
• Restorative Practice Training.
• Time Off In Lieu.

If this challenge sounds as exciting to you as it does to us and you believe you have the qualities we have described, please take a look over the job description and submit a 500-word cover letter and CV.

Closing date: Tuesday 1st October 2024.

SafeLives is a committed provider of equal opportunities for all; please see our job description for full details.

No agencies, please.

Contract type: Permanent
Hours: 37.5 hrs per week
Salary: £29,121 - £33,417 per annum
Location: Stokenchurch

Thames Valley Air Ambulance is one of the UK’s leading air ambulance charities. We’re here for people in Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, and Oxfordshire when they need us most. Bringing hospital-level care by land and air.

We exist to give everybody in our community the best chance of surviving and recovering from an emergency. Our mission is to do everything in our power to protect, save and revive lives, with the best critical care at the scene and beyond.

We love what we do. Our charity is a place where people care for each other, provide support, and encourage everyone to be their best and we pride ourselves on being one of the UK’s leading air ambulance charities. As an innovative charity, we are continually developing our organisation and pushing the boundaries of patient care to deliver a unique emergency service, where and when it is most needed. We are driven to do the right thing for our patients, their families, our supporters, and community. All our staff live our values: passion, excellence, respect, and care.

The role

In this role you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of Trust and Foundation fundraising. Your responsibilities will include building long-term partnerships with grant making trusts and foundations, ensuring support through in-depth research, excellent stewardship, and timely and accurate reporting. You will work closely with the Head of Philanthropy and Partnerships and collaboratively with the Philanthropy and Partnerships Team, as well as colleagues across the organisation to find creative and compelling projects to be funded.

About you

As an effective communicator you will have excellent written and verbal skills with the ability to create high quality proposals and informative reports. You will have excellent relationship management skills with the confidence to liaise with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
Your role involves managing the trusts and foundations pipeline and you will need to be able to take initiative, research, prioritise and organise your own work to achieve deadlines across multiple tasks.

You will have:

- Experience in new identifying, researching, and reaching new prospects.
- Experience in writing bespoke proposals.
- Strong administrative, planning & prioritisation abilities with keen attention to detail.
- Proficiency with standard Microsoft office applications

If this role sounds like it is for you, we would love you to apply!

Vacancy Closing Date: 20 October 2024

You may have experience in the following roles: Grants Fundraiser, Trust and Grants Officer, Philanthropy Executive, Development Officer, Fundraising Manager, Trusts and Foundations Manager, Grants and Proposals Officer, Major Gifts Officer, Corporate Partnerships Manager, etc.

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