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Background to the role

The voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) sector is an integral part of local health and care systems. VCSE organisations deliver key services that support the health and wellbeing of the population. In addition, they contribute vital insight and intelligence on the needs of the people and communities they engage with and are frequently a route to engaging with communities themselves.

There is a drive through Buckinghamshire’s local mental health partnership forum to replicate and build upon the successes of the Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and Berkshire West (BOB) VCSE Health Alliance and the Buckinghamshire VCSE Mental Health Response Group that was established at the start of the Covid pandemic.

Community Impact Bucks has been commissioned by Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust to:

1. increase the awareness of VCSE organisations that deliver support to people who have or are at greater risk of poor mental health, with a focus on community Opportunity Bucks wards and health inequalities
2. bring those organisations together through an alliance-based approach and
3. help build relationships between the NHS and VCSE that ensure sustainable mental health services are provided to the people of Buckinghamshire.

About you

You will bring passion and energy to make a difference to mental health partnerships in Buckinghamshire.  You will enjoy bringing people together, building consensus and bridging differences in organisational culture and power.

A natural collaborator, you will have the ability to establish credibility and maintain relationships with colleagues from front line staff to very senior stakeholders.

You will have a clear understanding of the role and potential of the voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) sector within the health and social care system, and an awareness of the local, regional and national health and care agenda from a VCSE perspective.

Key responsibilities

• Provide VCSE representation, attending and presenting to Integrated Care System/Integrated Care Partnership (ICS/ICP) Board meetings, events and other information sharing forums. Enable and co-ordinate other VCSE leaders to represent the sector at such meetings.
• Advocate for the VCSE sector, encouraging ICS partners to consider new and innovative approaches to working closely with the sector to support the mental health needs of people of all ages in Buckinghamshire.
• Undertake and maintain mapping to identify and engage VCSE organisations supporting people with mental ill health or improving mental health outcomes, including through addressing inequalities and the wider determinants of mental health.
• Develop and provide mechanisms for VCSE partners to collaborate on addressing shared priorities in relation to poor mental health, with alignment to the work of the BOB VCSE Alliance and with health and care strategies and plans.
• Build VCSE organisations’ capacity to take part in procurement and/or bid opportunities, including short-term opportunities and more sustained activities, working with partners and national bodies to identify additional opportunities and resources, and drafting bids if required. 
• Lead the design, delivery and evaluation of the project, ensuring it meets contractual obligations, operates within budget and achieves the desired impact.

Key requirements

• Experienced in working with the VCSE sector, ideally in the context of improving mental health and wellbeing outcomes.
• A track record of successful partnership working and relationship building with key stakeholders within the health and care system and VCSE sector.
• Ability to assimilate complex information quickly and communicate (written and verbal) effectively with multiple stakeholders.
• Excellent persuasion, influencing and negotiation skills.
• Good analytical skills and a practical approach to problem-solving.
• Competent user of databases and the Microsoft suite of software.
• Either Full British driving licence and access to private means of transport or ability to demonstrate how you will meet this requirement.
• Available to work evenings and weekends when necessary (in accordance with our Time Off In Lieu Policy)

About Community Impact Bucks

Community Impact Bucks is a local charity that enables people and organisations to get involved in voluntary and community action, helping to build strong and vibrant communities across Buckinghamshire.

• We help Bucks charities by offering advice and guidance on all aspects of running a not-for-profit organisation in Buckinghamshire.
• We build collaborative partnerships between Bucks charities, communities and key organisations and networks within Buckinghamshire and Thames Valley.
• We help people find volunteer roles in Buckinghamshire through Volunteer Bucks, our online platform.
• We support Buckinghamshire’s residents and communities directly to help people stay connected and live independently in their homes.

Established in its current form in 2010, and with nearly 50 years' history of supporting communities in Buckinghamshire, Community Impact Bucks is at the heart of the charity, voluntary and community sector in the county.

Our team is working on a hybrid basis - mainly from home, but with access to the office when needed. Our office in Weston Turville, Aylesbury has free parking and good bus links.

Diversity & Inclusion

Community Impact Bucks is committed to challenging inequality and values the diversity of our communities in Buckinghamshire. We recognise that reflecting that diversity will only ever make our organisation better. We work to ensure an inclusive culture where colleagues feel welcomed and supported to succeed and thrive. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those from under-represented communities.  

Prostate Cancer Research exists to honour the men and families who have been through things no family should have to go through, and to work for a future where no one needs to fear a prostate cancer diagnosis. 

We are always working to provide resources to help, support and empower patients. Giving them the information they need to make better choices about their treatment, while working to identify and target specific unmet needs in the prostate cancer ecosystem, such as racial inequality and bone metastasis.

Our dedicated staff team is the key to our success, expanding the amount of research that we fund five times over in four years. PCR has been shortlisted for an Impact Prize and won the Change Project of the year award in 2023

This is a rare opportunity to be at the heart of an ambitious, fast-growing organisation tackling one of the most pressing health challenges of our time. As Head of CEO Office, you will work directly with our CEO to drive strategic priorities, manage high-profile relationships, and ensure seamless execution of key initiatives. 

In this executive support role, you will engage with ex-Prime Ministers, Secretaries of State, Oscar-winning directors, world-leading scientists and CEOs of fascinating organisations and influential policymakers, positioning you at the epicentre of groundbreaking conversations that shape the future of healthcare, innovation, and philanthropy. If you are exceptionally bright, outgoing, and highly organised, this role will place you in a dynamic environment where your ability to think strategically and act decisively will be key to our success. 

Key Responsibilities 

Strategic & Executive Support 

• Act as the CEO’s right-hand person, ensuring their time is focused on high-impact activities. 

• Oversee project tracking and execution, ensuring objectives are met on time and to a high standard. 

• Draft briefings, speeches, and correspondence that reflect the CEO’s voice and vision. 

Stakeholder & Relationship Management 

• Manage and help establish relationships with senior figures across non-profits, government, business and media. 

• Coordinate high-profile meetings and events, ensuring attendees are well-prepared and outcomes are maximised. 

• Represent the CEO in discussions with key partners and supporters. 

• Handle sensitive conversations and confidential information with discretion. 

Event & Meeting Coordination 

• Plan, coordinate, and execute strategic meetings, engagements, and speaking opportunities. 

• Ensure every engagement is well-prepped, with briefing notes and key messaging aligned with organisational priorities. 

• Follow up on actions, ensuring key relationships and opportunities are nurtured. 

Operational & Office Management 

• Oversee the CEO’s diary, prioritising engagements that align with strategic goals. 

• Ensure seamless travel and logistical arrangements for key events. 

• Develop and implement systems that improve efficiency across the CEO’s office. 

• Work closely with colleagues across the organisation to align the CEO’s engagements with team priorities. 

Skills and Experience 

Essential: 

• Highly Intelligent & Strategic Thinker – Able to absorb complex information, provide clear analysis, and anticipate next steps. 

• Charismatic & Outgoing – Able to engage confidently with high-profile individuals, from political leaders to celebrities to corporate CEOs. 

• Ultra-Organised & Detail-Oriented – Able to manage multiple priorities with precision and efficiency. 

• Excellent Communicator – Able to write and present with clarity, tailoring messaging for different audiences. 

• Proactive & Problem-Solving Mindset – Always thinking ahead, anticipating challenges, and finding solutions. 

• Discreet & Professional – Trusted to handle confidential information and sensitive situations with diplomacy. 

Desirable: 

• Experience engaging with government, media, philanthropy, or corporate partnerships. 

• Experience in event planning, speechwriting, or strategic communications. 

• Understanding of the charity sector, health policy, or research landscape. 

Why Join Us? 

• Be at the heart of change – You’ll work directly with a CEO leading groundbreaking initiatives in research, healthcare, and policy. 

• Access exclusive opportunities – You’ll be in the room with some of the world’s most influential decision-makers, artists, and thinkers. 

• Shape the future – Your role will have a direct impact on the direction of a rapidly growing organisation. 

• Grow your career – This role offers unparalleled exposure, insight, and career-defining experiences. 

Benefits 

• 25 days annual leave, plus an additional 5 days for service milestones and office closures over Christmas. 

• 5% employer pension contribution. 

• Annual personal development fund (5% of salary). 

• Flexible and hybrid working options. 

• Perkbox account, including retail discounts, and wellbeing perks. 

• Bike2Work scheme. 

• Employee Therapy Offer 

How to Apply? 

Please send your CV and a supporting statement no longer than 300 words outlining why you want this role and why you would be a great fit, with examples of previous experience.

Battersea is entering an exciting phase of innovation and transformation as we embark on the first year of our new five-year strategy. With increased investment in income generation starting in 2025, we are expanding our team to drive the growth necessary to achieve our organisational goals. Our fundraising team bridges the journey of the animals in our care with the wider public, demonstrating how their contributions enable us to support every dog and cat. We now have several new roles within this team to further our mission.

We are looking for someone to join our team as a Supporter Experience Officer, to plan, deliver and improve supporter retention communication journeys across a range of channels and audiences and to support the team in testing and evaluating supporter journeys that retain support, increase engagement and inspire continued, increased or diversified support.

The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills and outstanding attention to detail, with proven experience of using insight and analysis to inform supporter communications, journey mapping planning and delivery both online and offline.  They should also have experience of accountability and reporting for results, income and expenditure.

What we can offer you:

In return for your commitment to our cause and to recognise the value of our employees, Battersea offers a range of benefits to support the wellbeing of our employees. These include:

- 28 days of annual leave (plus 8 days paid public holidays) per year
- Discounted gym memberships and cycle to work schemes
- Employee Assistance Programme and access to Wellbeing Resources.
- Generous pension contributions – up to 10% employer contribution
- Free healthcare cash plan, where you can claim for a range of treatment including dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody and acupuncture every year.
- Annual interest-free season ticket loans

We are also committed to providing learning and development to our employees. During your time with us, we provide support for your professional and career development, including access to digital and in-person training programmes, leadership and management training, mentoring and much more.

Our hybrid working model:

We operate a 50% onsite hybrid working model, with our office-based staff splitting their time between site based and home working. This enables our office-based staff to balance the benefits of home working with onsite collaboration and maintaining a connection to our cause.

Diversity and inclusion:

We are committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive experience for all staff, volunteers and trustees and those hoping to join us. We operate an anonymised shortlisting process and actively seek to ensure our process is fair and equitable for all.

We understand the value of diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences to help us deliver even more for our dogs and cats, and we welcome applicants from all sections of the community.

As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we will ask about any adjustments you may need at application and/or interview stage, and if you are offered a role with us, we’ll talk to you about any workplace adjustments you may need to help you perform at your best.

More about us:

At Battersea, we aim to never turn away a dog or cat in need of help. We give each one lots of love, expert care and get to know their characters and quirks so we can find them a new home that’s just right for them. Join us and help us be here for every dog and cat, wherever they are, for as long as they need us.

Closing date: 18th March 2025
Interview date(s): w/c 24th March 2025 (1st round, online); w/c 31st March 2025 (2nd round, in-person)

We want to hear about your experience in your own words. Whilst we understand the support AI software can offer, it can also lead to numerous applications reading near identical to each other. To best showcase yourself we encourage you to write your responses without the assistance of AI.

To apply for the role, please click the button below. All applications must be submitted before the closing date advertised. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications is received.

Position: Senior Individual Giving Officer – Acquisition
Hours: Full-time (35 hours a week)
Contract: Permanent
Location: Office-based in the London with flexibility to work remotely
Salary: Starting at £33,044 per annum plus excellent benefits
Salary Band and Job Family: Band 2*, Charity
*you’ll start at our entry point salary of £33,044 per annum, increasing to £35,109 after 6 months service and satisfactory performance and to £37,174 after a further 6 months.

About us

We make sure people living with MS are at the centre of everything we do. And it’s this commitment that unites us across the UK.

Our strategy is based on what people affected by MS have told us is important to them. It gives us a clear and determined focus.

Our work is based on the hopes and aspirations of our MS community. Together we campaign at all levels, fund ground-breaking research and provide award winning support and information.

Our people are our greatest asset and the key to our success. We offer a vibrant, progressive working environment where you'll be able to make a difference.

About this job

Over 150,000 people in the UK are living with MS and it affects everyone in very different ways. At the MS Society we have ambitious fundraising plans to support everyone affected by MS - through the good days and the bad.

This exciting role in our Individual Giving team is part of a supportive and driven team, looking to raise significant income across various acquisition channels to help people living with and affected by MS.

You’ll support with the planning, coordinating and delivery of new and existing acquisition campaigns, across a variety of channels and across a number of income streams, including cash, gaming and regular giving.

You’ll be experienced in the acquisition of supporters in a fundraising environment. You’ll have impeccable organisational skills and attention to detail. And with strong interpersonal skills, you’ll have experience in working collaboratively with internal stakeholders and external suppliers and agencies to deliver projects and campaigns.

With an independent, logical and enthusiastic approach, you’ll have the opportunity to really own your campaigns, help develop our individual giving programme, and make a real difference to people living with MS.

Closing date for applications: 9:00 on Wednesday 26th March 2025

Interested?

PLEASE PRESS THE 'HOW TO APPLY' BUTTON FOR MORE INFORMATION.

Equal Opportunities 
We particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities and or from ethnic minority backgrounds.

We’d be grateful if you downloaded and completed the equality and diversity monitoring form and submit it with your application. 

Disability Confident Employer 
We’re a Disability Confident Employer and we’re committed to promoting equality and diversity.

You can ask for reasonable adjustments as part of both our recruitment and new starter on-boarding processes.

If you need any help or adjustments to apply for this role, please contact us. You can also ask for the application materials to be sent to you in a different format. Such as for them to be sent to you by email or in a larger word format.

More about our employee benefits:
We have a wide range of employee benefits including (but not limited to): 

Encouraging work life balance

• 38 days paid annual leave (including bank holidays), pro-rata for part-time
• More annual leave entitlement, based on length of employment
• Smart working options (with the opportunity to work remotely and find a smart working pattern that suits both you and us) 
• Flexible working options 

Caring for you and your family 

• Generous sick pay entitlement
• More sick pay entitlement, based on length of employment 
• Opportunity to buy and sell annual leave in each calendar year 
• Free access to a GP virtually 24 hours a day/7 days a week allowing you unlimited advice, reassurance and where appropriate diagnosis 
• Enhanced leave for new parents 
• Free access to a confidential 24 hours a day/7 days a week helpline service for both you and your family with a specialist range of support and information
• Special leave options (such as up to 5 days paid leave for domestic or personal emergencies a year)
• 10 days paid disability leave a year, pro-rata for part-time 
• 10 days paid carers’ leave a year, pro-rata for part-time 
• Cycle to work scheme 
• Death in service scheme
• New family-friendly benefits, including paid leave:
  • In the event of miscarriage or still birth 
  • To support fertility treatments
  • For antenatal appointments for both parents

Thinking about your finances 

• Enhanced salary sacrifice pension scheme
• Discounted season ticket loan and interest-free emergency loans
• Give as you earn to support other charities of your choice before tax
• New employee portal including lifestyle savings vouchers and personal wellbeing

Enriching your life at work

• Personalised development plans with a wide range of training courses and opportunities to source additional training options with your line manager
• Yearly internal apprenticeship opportunities
• New, modern offices that embrace working together both in-person and remotely 
• Various opportunities to influence how we internally operate (including surveys, and focus and committee groups) 
• Active and supportive internal employee networking groups for collaboration and peer support 
• 2 days paid leave a year for volunteering for MS Society activities during normal working hours (such as fundraising events, or campaigning in the local community) 
• 2 days paid leave a year for volunteering with other charities during normal

Safeguarding 
We’re committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of everyone who uses our services and we come into contact with.

This is regardless of Gender, Race, Disability, Sexual orientation, Religion or belief, Pregnancy, Gender reassignment.

We recognise our particular responsibility to make sure vulnerable adults and children are protected.

We have measures in place to protect everyone we come into contact with from abuse and maltreatment of all kinds.

Your right to work in the UK 
You must have the right to work in the UK to work in paid employment with us. You’ll need to share documents showing you’re eligible to work in the UK if we offer you employment.

You can find the UK visas and permits granting you the right to work in the UK on the UK Government website. We currently don’t have a Sponsor Licence agreement with the Home Office and aren’t able to support you with your visa applications.

No agencies please.

YOUTH WORKER

OASIS COMMUNITY HUB: WARNDON

 PART-TIME 12 HOURS PER WEEK (0.3FTE) with occasional evening and weekend hours.

FIXED TERM CONTRACT UNTIL 31/08/2026

SALARY: £7,883 per annum (£26,279 for 1 FTE)

Want to enable young people to have positive lives?

Want to be part of a supportive, dynamic, fun & quality team?

Want to make the community a better place?

Want to grow in confidence and hope?

Our Youth and Community team based at Oasis Community Hub: Warndon are looking for a special, talented, and adaptable Youth Worker, to help us strengthen and sustain our range of community and targeted youth programmes across Warndon.  You will work alongside our Hub Leader to:

· to expand on the existing youth programme and deliver a full youth programme that meets the needs and interests of the local community.

· Be proactive in planning and delivering activities and engaging with young people within our Academies and wider community.

· Deliver informal education opportunities within sessions and the wider community work.

· Record all activity on our data management system.

· Promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young people you come into contact with.

· Actively engage in the learning and professional development courses provided as part of this employment.

We are looking for individuals who have:

· A relevant qualification in Youth & Community Work and/or significant experience.

· Experience of working alongside other statutory and voluntary organisations.

· Previous experience in implementing youth programmes.

· Knowledge of safeguarding practices with young people.

If you are enthusiastic about making a positive impact in Warndon communities, we invite you to be part of our journey. Apply now and help us create a brighter future together!  As part of the package, Oasis offers:

· Flexible working where possible with family friendly policies.

· A non-contributory pension scheme, currently offering 7% employer contribution.

· Training and professional development opportunities.

To apply, email your CV including a Supporting Statement  Your Supporting Statement should be no more than two A4 pages and must address the following question:

· Please expand on your CV to tell us about relevant skills, experience and qualifications you have, that relate to the job description and person specification.

Completed applications should be returned by Midday Monday 24th March 2025

Interviews will take place at Oasis Community Hub Warndon. 31st March 2025

If you want an informal chat about this role and Oasis Community Hub Warndon in general, get in touch with Hannah (Hub Leader). Please visist the Oasis Charity Jobs Website for further details. 

We actively encourage applications from people of all ethnic backgrounds and minority and underrepresented groups.

Oasis is committed to making a difference to the lives of the communities it works in, and as such you must show a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the values and behaviours which flow from the Oasis ethos.  We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks. 

The successful candidates must have the right to work in the UK. supports Equal Opportunities. Registered Charity No. 1189489

Background

Women for Women International invests where inequality is greatest by helping women who are forgotten — the women survivors of war and conflict.

In Afghanistan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Iraq, Kosovo, Nigeria, Rwanda, and South Sudan, women learn skills to rebuild their families and communities through the Women for Women International’s Stronger Women, Stronger Nations Programme. 

They form support networks, are equipped with the skills to earn an income and save and gain knowledge and resources about health and their rights. Since 1993, our global community has invested in the power of over 570,000 women across 17 conflict-affected countries, to create a ripple effect that makes the world more equal, peaceful, and prosperous. 

The Role

As the Executive Assistant, you will play a pivotal role in providing administrative support for all aspects of the role of the Managing Director who leads on Fundraising, Marketing and Communications. This role is crucial in focusing on:

• Managing the inbox of the MD, to ensure emails are responded to in a timely manner to all internal and external communications.
• Triage and draft email responses – understanding and representing well the ‘voice’ of the Managing Director. 
• Manage the Managing Director’s correspondence and communications with key supporters, donors, celebrities and major donors and ensure they are recorded on the database. 
• In conjunction with the staff team, proactively prompt and coordinate the cultivation of the Managing Director’s relationships with donors and key stakeholders both internal and external.
• Prepare presentations for multiple audiences including donors and supporters, trustees, senior stakeholders, global and UK board meetings and board committees.
• Coordinate appropriate follow-up meetings and fundraising opportunities from individuals, companies, trusts and other relevant sources. Update members of the staff team on relevant meetings and actions. 
• Manage the travel arrangements of the Managing Director.
• Prepare and circulate relevant papers and perform the duties of the administrator to the Fundraising and Marketing Committee of the Board of Trustees, including arranging meetings, preparing papers and taking minutes.

The person applying for this role should have excellent communication skills, including written and verbal to engage with employees. Able to work with senior-level stakeholders and arrange important large meetings, juggling diaries and appointments, providing administrative support, and managing correspondence. Extraordinary organisational skills and the ability to prioritise with attention to detail and maintain accuracy under pressure. Able to work in a confidential environment, working sensitively. Competent in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook and working with a fundraising or CRM equivalent.

Diversity at Women for Women International is about inclusion, embracing differences, creating possibilities, and growing together for better performance. We embrace diversity in our workforce. This means giving full and fair consideration to all applicants and continuing development of all employees regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, political opinions, and pregnancy and maternity.  Applications are welcomed and encouraged from all interested parties.

All our staff are required to adhere to WfWI’s Code of Conduct and Safeguarding policies and to our organizational values: Empowerment, Integrity, Respect, Resilience and the Leadership Principles: Decisive, Accountable, Courageous, Adaptable and Inclusive.

To learn more about the power of women for women, please go to our website or social media pages.

To apply please complete an online application form on our website. Please can you let us know if you will need reasonable adjustments for the interview.

The closing date for applications is Tuesday 18th March 2025 Midnight.

You will have an opportunity to attend a Q&A with the Managing Director on Monday 10th March 2025, 10.00 – 10.45am. 

If you are interested in attending, please contact HR via the UK Recruitment email address, on our recruitment page in our Women for Women International UK website.

1st Interview will be online on Tuesday 25th March 2025, in person at our Head Office London (the date cannot be flexible). 

2nd Interview will be on Monday 31st March 2025, 9.00 – 13.00, in person at our Head Office, London (the date cannot be flexible). 

• Location: Ipswich, Suffolk or Rugby, Warwickshire. Hybrid working possible, so must be within commuting distance.
• Salary: £26,000 – £30,000 per annum (pro rata for part-time)
• Interviews: w/c Monday 14th April
• Contact: permanent, full-time or part-time

About Tools with a Mission

Tools with a Mission (TWAM) is a Christian charity that collects, refurbishes, and ships tools to Africa, enabling people to develop sustainable livelihoods. Volunteers are at the heart of our mission, from refurbishing tools in our centres to speaking at events, driving our vans, collecting tools, and supporting operations across the UK.

We are looking for a Volunteering Coordinator to help manage and grow our volunteer network of over 550 volunteers across England and Wales. This is a key role in our organisation, ensuring that volunteers have a positive and meaningful experience while helping TWAM grow and develop. You will play a vital role in supporting and developing TWAM’s incredible team of volunteers.

The Role

As Volunteering Coordinator, you will be responsible for the recruitment, onboarding, and ongoing support of TWAM’s volunteers, ensuring they have a positive and meaningful experience. The core focus of this role includes managing volunteer applications, overseeing administrative processes, and ensuring strong communication with volunteers across the UK.

This is a flexible permanent position, and we welcome candidates who are interested in either part-time or full-time work. The core responsibilities remain the same, with opportunities to take on additional responsibilities based on availability and experience.

This role is also being advertised in Rugby, Warwickshire, with only one role available to be based in either site.

Key Responsibilities (Core Focus):

Volunteer Administration & Management

• Manage volunteer applications, ensuring they are processed efficiently through Assemble (our volunteer management system).
• Ensure volunteers submit required information and complete training in a timely manner.
• Oversee and maintain current volunteer opportunities, ensuring they remain active and updated.
• Work with a team of volunteers who assist with administrative tasks related to volunteer management.
• Provide ongoing support to volunteers alongside their designated managers, acting as a friendly and dependable point of contact. Build relationships with existing volunteers, ensuring they feel valued and engaged through regular communication and support.
• Report on volunteer engagement and impact, providing monthly insights on recruitment, retention, and volunteer hours to senior management.
• Respond to volunteer queries in a timely and helpful manner.
• Optimise volunteer processes and documentation for efficiency and consistency across TWAM’s various volunteer roles and locations.

Volunteer Onboarding & Engagement

• Send onboarding emails to new volunteers, ensuring they receive necessary information and support.
• Develop a check-in process to follow up with volunteers after joining, ensuring a smooth transition into their role.
• Implement and improve onboarding procedures to create a seamless experience for new volunteers.

Volunteer Recruitment & Outreach

• Work with the marketing and communications team to promote volunteering opportunities through social media, newsletters, partnerships, and volunteer centres.
• Ensure TWAM’s volunteer roles are up-to-date on external volunteer platforms to attract new applicants

Additional Opportunities for Role Development

For candidates with experience that are available for additional hours, there is potential to take on further responsibilities, including:

Volunteer Programme Growth & Engagement

• Develop and implement a strategy to grow TWAM’s volunteer base across the UK, focusing on priority areas where additional volunteers are needed.
• Lead volunteer retention initiatives, such as recognition programmes (awards, thank-you events, newsletters highlighting volunteer contributions).
• Create structured volunteer development pathways, allowing volunteers to gain new skills, take on leadership roles, or progress into employment.

Corporate & Community Engagement

• Develop and promote Employee Supported Volunteering (ESV) opportunities, working with businesses to create impactful corporate volunteering days.
• Build relationships with corporate partners, faith groups, and community organisations to increase group volunteering and long-term collaborations.
• Represent TWAM at networking events, community fairs, and industry forums to attract volunteers and partners.
• Work with companies to develop bespoke volunteering packages that align with their Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) goals.
• Develop relationships with universities, colleges, and training organisations to attract students for volunteering placements, internships, and projects.

Strategic Development & Process Improvement

• Identify gaps in TWAM’s volunteer network and develop targeted recruitment campaigns to address specific needs.
• Collaborate with TWAM’s leadership team to align the volunteer programme with the organisation’s long-term strategy.

About You

We are looking for an organised, proactive, and people-focused individual who enjoys working with volunteers and managing administrative tasks. You should have strong attention to detail, excellent communication and IT literacy skills, and the ability to engage volunteers across different roles and locations.

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Experience in volunteer coordination, administration, or a similar role.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Confident using IT systems, including volunteer management software or CRMs, and Microsoft Office/Google Workspace.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and support volunteers.
• Ability to work independently while being part of a collaborative team.

Desirable:

• Knowledge of volunteer recruitment strategies and retention initiatives.
• Experience in corporate partnerships, outreach, or event coordination.
• Experience managing data, reporting, or evaluation processes.

What We Offer

• A meaningful role where you can make a real impact on TWAM’s volunteer programme and mission.
• Flexible working arrangements, including the potential for hybrid working.
• A supportive and passionate team environment.
• Professional development opportunities, including training and career progression support.
• Generous annual leave depending on agreed hours.
• Pension scheme, with employer contributions.

Prevent Breast Cancer Charity is looking for a Communications & Marketing Officer, you’ll join us at a vital time, as we help to shape what the future of breast cancer prevention looks like. From promoting our research and brand values, to tackling health inequalities and raising breast health awareness. You'll work across a range of areas to drive income and impact for the charity. Influencing all aspects of the communications and marketing mix, helping to organise, manage, and deliver a broad range of work across digital marketing, creative, PR and communications.

As a digital first marketer, you’ll be responsible for creating inspiring campaigns that drive action. You’ll plan, research and deliver creative content for campaigns, working closely with external suppliers and teams in-house to execute impactful multi-channel campaigns. You will have a passion for marketing, utilising a broad media mix and finding the most creative ways to drive conversion. You’ll analyse data, project manage and evaluate marketing campaigns, set-up and optimise digital ads and develop content for several channels, including email and our website.

No two days are the same and we need someone who is willing to get stuck in, who is enthusiastic, proactive and positive. Someone who enjoys meeting people from a wide range of backgrounds. To assist our continued growth, this exciting opportunity is for a highly motivated and creative individual looking to further their career in the charitable sector or seeking a new challenge.

The role requires a keen eye for detail and to be able to demonstrate strong organisational and communication skills. Being able to prioritise and deliver multiple strands of work to deadlines is vital to this role. Good planning, research, communication, and team-working skills are essential in this busy and exciting environment to raising awareness of our vital research into the prediction and prevention of breast cancer.

About the Job
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Responsible to: Head of Communications and Marketing
Annual leave: 33 days including Bank Holidays
Location: Hybrid working / The Nightingale Centre, Wythenshawe Hospital, M23 9LT
Salary: Starting at £26,520 to £34,680 dependent on experience

Main Responsibilities

• As a digital first marketer, you’ll be responsible for creating inspiring campaigns that drive action.
• Supporting the communications and marketing function of the charity, increasing the charity’s reach by delivering marketing and communications activity across a multichannel approach covering digital, social media, website, print and PR.
• Deliver communications that raise brand awareness and ensure that Prevent Breast Cancer is accurately and consistently presented at all times.
• Promote the impact of our work across fundraising, awareness and support our teams in the delivery of these campaigns.
• Support and create engaging content which inspires people to get involved and support Prevent Breast Cancer.

Marketing

• Strategic thinking to support planning and execution of marketing and fundraising campaigns. To include digital marketing and fundraising activities.
• Monitoring and actioning internal and external requests for communications and marketing support.
• Support the design and production of Prevent Breast Cancer communications, including socials, email marketing (Mailchimp) and print materials.
• The ability to use creative tools (Canva/Adobe) for content creation.
• Assisting with the writing, editing, and proofing copy for online and offline marketing materials including but not limited to leaflets, posters and blogs.
• Social media– staying ahead with social media trends and engaging with our social media strategy. Planning and production of copy and assets for social media to support the charities aims.
• Able to support keeping the website up to date; updating events, blogs and creative digital content (WordPress).
• Able to liaise with suppliers to support the smooth execution of campaigns.
• Attending meetings and engaging with agency partners.
• Support with photography and video requests to create in-house or externally sourced, creating engaging and effective content to be used on social media, e-marketing and digital adverts.
• Delivery and analysis of marketing and communications function with ROI front of mind. Comfortable or willingness to engage with analytics, insights, continually reviewing and recommending improvements.
• Be a pro-active member of team supporting the development of our digital strategy providing support with social media, website updates, SEO, PPC.
• To support the implementation of the charity’s brand strategy and act as a brand champion.

Communications and PR

• Ensure communications are clear and accessible, with consistent branding, tone and look across all Prevent Breast Cancer communications.
• Support the team with the creation of engaging content across platforms and audiences.
• Support and implement the organisations social media strategy, including content creation, scheduling, engaging, and monitoring the social conversation. Be prepared to be reactive to content as and when needed.
• Providing first class stewardship to all supporters that engage with the charity and supporting the fundraising team with their contacts.
• Provide copy writing support and proof reading, with a keen attention to detail.
• PR- Build and maintain relationships with people willing to share their stories, to be used as case studies to promote our work.
• PR- Work with all members of the team to identify media opportunities and assist in the monitoring of media stories with our PR consultant.
• PR- Assist in the response to press enquiries.

General

• In their absence provide cover for members of the communications team.
• As with all other members of the Prevent Breast Cancer team, assist the charity’s coffee bar and shop when needed.
• Able to work some out of hours including attending events, attending some early/late meetings, and monitoring social media.
• Communicate in a persuasive and compelling way, building content and messaging with the target audience in mind.
• Embrace digital technology and keen to keep up with developments that will help the charity in its aims.
• Attend relevant training and development courses as required.
• Feel passionately about breast cancer prevention and promoting the charity at a local and national level, speaking with authority about our research, aims and fundraising campaigns and highlighting the importance of The Nightingale Centre.
• Any other reasonable duties deemed necessary by the Head of Communications and Marketing

Person Specification
Essential

• Marketing / business qualification or qualified by experience
• 2-3 years’ experience in communications and marketing within charity sector or marketing/creative sector
• Experience in project managing and delivering on multiple projects at one time. Delivering them to a high standard, within budget and working to a brief.
• Experience using social media in a project or work-related setting.
• Ability and experience preparing and delivering presentations.
• Experience with digital campaigns either for marketing or fundraising purposes.
• Experience working in a team, working to tight deadlines, and meeting targets.
• Experience working to budgets and reporting on campaigns ensuring accurately tracked and presenting results to wider team.
• Highly computer literate and proficient with Microsoft Office
• Ability to prepare persuasive marketing materials including letters, flyers, emails, leaflets etc.
• Experience using social media and an interest in technology
• Experience using Canva for design
• A natural communicator, ability to nurture existing relationships and develop new relationships with a wide audience
• A forward-thinking person able to work on own initiative but also as part of a team
• A willingness to undertake jobs that are not outlined on job description as and where necessary
• Committed to Prevent Breast Cancer’s cause
• Able to work flexible hours and attend events outside of office hours and at weekends
• Experience using WordPress, for website editing and content creation
• Highly organised and able to multi-task projects and administrative duties
• Prioritising tasks and organising them in a way, which pays attention to detail

Desirable

• Experience communicating and dealing with individuals from varied backgrounds
• Experience copy writing and proof reading, with a keen eye for detail
• Experience using Adobe Illustrator / Photoshop / InDesign
• Experience using Adobe Premier Pro (for video editing and subtitling – knowledge of would be useful)
• Experience using a database
• Experience working with PR opportunities and enquiries
• Full driving license and car owner

The Advice Services directorate at Toynbee Hall is central to our commitment to address and alleviate poverty in London and beyond. Specialising in debt, welfare benefits, legal support, and generalist advice, our directorate has proven instrumental in significantly enhancing the financial wellbeing of those we serve. Last year alone, our efforts helped individuals and families to be over £23 million better off, showcasing the direct impact of our work.

Scope of role

The Project Coordinator is responsible for providing comprehensive support for the joint pilot between Ministry of Justice (MOJ), Money and Pensions Service (MaPS) and Debt Free Advice (DFA) . This role involves managing deployment schedules, coordinating communications, and organising workshops. Additionally, the Project Coordinator will support the operations team with any applicable administrative tasks, including raising purchase orders and invoices on the finance system, and assist with project management activities. The role also includes coordinating logistics and deliveries across the Debt Free Advice supply chain. Reporting to the Sr. Operations Manager, this position ensures smooth operations within the project, allowing senior leaders to focus on the growth and success of this project.

Key Responsibilities

Project Support

• Organise, plan, and take minutes at project meetings, including assisting of handling logistics like booking rooms, arranging refreshments, and notifying attendees.
• Follow up on action items and ensure the implementation of decisions made during meetings.
• Prepare and distribute reports and other documentation to keep the project team informed and engaged.

Administrative Support for Finance

• Raise purchase orders and invoices on the finance system, ensuring accuracy and compliance with organisational procedures.
• Assist with financial administrative tasks as needed.

Logistics Coordination

• Coordinate logistics and deliveries across the Debt Free Advice supply chain to ensure timely and efficient service delivery.
• Manage logistics for workshops, project meetings and mobilisation of project.

Communication Facilitation

• Serve as a point of contact for the project.
• Manage the distribution of information to staff and stakeholders to ensure consistent and clear communication.

Event Coordination

• Assist in planning on-site workshops, meetings or other necessary events for the success of the project.
• Handle all related arrangements such as guest lists, venue, catering, and technology needs.

Professional Development

• Identify opportunities for personal development and stay updated with industry trends and best practices.
• Participate in training and development activities to enhance skills and knowledge.

Please download the full Job Description for more details.

Our Benefits Package

We believe in supporting our employees with a well-rounded benefits package designed to enhance work-life balance, financial security, and overall well-being.

Annual Leave

• 25 days of annual leave, plus 3 additional days for our Christmas shutdown (on top of bank holidays).
• After 2 years: +3 extra days of leave.
• After 3 years: +1 additional day.
• After 5 years: A total of 30 days annual leave, plus the 3-day Christmas shutdown.

Pension

• Standard Life Pension Scheme – Employer contribution: 4%, Employee contribution: 5%

Additional Perks & Support

• Enhanced Sick Pay for peace of mind during illness
• Employee Eyecare Vouchers to support your vision health
• Employee Assistance Programme for free, confidential advice and support
• Mental Health First Aid to ensure workplace well-being
• Tenancy Deposit Scheme to help secure your home
• Interest-Free Season Ticket Loan for cost-effective commuting
• Cycle to Work Scheme to promote a healthier, greener way to travel

We’re committed to creating a supportive and rewarding work environment, because when our team thrives, we all succeed!

About Toynbee Hall

Based in the East End of London since 1884, Toynbee Hall is a charity working alongside people facing poverty, injustice, and inequality to build a fairer East London. We provide vital advice and support, working in partnership to tackle unfairness and ensure everyone has an equal chance to thrive.

We have recently launched a new strategic plan which reinforces that our purpose is to build a fairer future with an end to poverty, injustice and inequality.

We work towards this by:

• Addressing poverty and injustice through advice and support and influencing systemic change.
• Shifting power to people and communities affected by injustice and inequality.
• Collaborating to end poverty and build fairer systems and institutions. What we want to see in the world starts with our community and our organisation.

This means:

• Working together to build a thriving local community where people have the resources they need, feel their voices are heard and are optimistic about the future.
• Being a good employer, where people are treated fairly, feel engaged and empowered, and work together to achieve our shared vision.
• Acknowledging the role Toynbee Hall has historically played in civic society while recognising that our role now is to shift power, to be an effective partner, and to amplify voices that are less likely to be heard.

What we learn from our work in east London we use to inform and influence wider policy – working to influence change in structures, systems and policies.

About us

We’re Breast Cancer Now, the research and support charity. We’re the place to turn to for anything and everything to do with breast cancer. However you’re experiencing breast cancer, we’re here. 

The brightest minds in breast cancer research are here. Making life-saving research happen in labs across the UK and Ireland. Support services, trustworthy breast cancer information and specialist nurses are here. Ready to support you whenever you need it. Dedicated campaigners are here. Fighting for the best possible treatment, services and care for anyone affected by breast cancer.

About the role

This is a diverse role and will offer scope to develop and lead specific projects that fulfil strategic ambitions of the research, support and influencing directorate. The main 4 areas of the role are to:

· provide support on research management issues, and to assist with the management of the long-term research programmes portfolio. This includes being responsible for delivery of scientific reviews and building relationships with our grant holders

· provide secretariat and governance support for the high-level scientific and advisory committees. This includes the Scientific Strategy Committee (SSC), which is responsible for making strategic recommendations to the board of trustees about Breast Cancer Now’s research portfolio, and the Biobank Advisory Council (BAC)

· develop and deliver ad hoc grant funding schemes, organise funding committees, and be the key contact with funding partners

· be the key point of contact between the research and research communication teams for the delivery of research tours and scientific events.

About you

We’re looking for an experienced and dedicated person to join our team and someone who brings a strong background in scientific research and grant management. You’ll have a degree in a relevant scientific discipline or equivalent experience, with knowledge of research grants management. You’ll also be able to demonstrate independently managing and prioritising complex projects, showing an ability to navigate multiple tasks.

A PhD in a relevant scientific field is desirable, as well as experience working with and supporting high-level scientific committees. Familiarity with operating databases and engaging in patient and public involvement in research would also be a plus.

In addition to your technical expertise, you should have excellent interpersonal skills and be able to foster effective working relationships with both internal teams and external stakeholders. You’ll have strong communication skills, both verbal and written, enabling you to understand complex scientific information. You’ll also be adaptable and prepared to travel occasionally for conferences and meetings.

Your commitment to the values and methods of the voluntary sector, combined with your ability to quickly absorb new information and pay attention to detail, will make you a valuable asset to our organisation.

If you are passionate about advancing scientific research, have a solid understanding of the UK research funding landscape, and are ready to make an impact within a dynamic and supportive team, we would love to hear from you.

Job description and benefits

Please download the job description and our attractive benefits package.

Primary location of role and hybrid working

This role is primarily based in our London office. Our hybrid working model allows you to work up to 3 days per week at home.

When applying

We hope you choose to apply for this role. To support your application, you’ll be asked to submit your anonymised CV and a supporting statement. Please refer to the essential criteria on the person specification and clearly provide as much information as you can with examples, to demonstrate how and where you meet the criteria. If you’ve any immediate questions please contact Breast Cancer Now recruitment. 

Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion

We’re committed to promoting equity, valuing diversity and creating an inclusive environment – for everyone who works for us, works with us, supports us and who we support.

Closing date Monday 17 March 2025 at 09:00am

Interview date Tuesday 25 March 2025 (London office)

Reporting to the Head of Promotion and Comms, this role will take a lead on all media and PR activities. With a strong news sense, you’ll help develop and execute forward-thinking PR plans and strategies for the organisation, manage our external profile and raise awareness of the work we do, aligned to our vision. 

Responsibilities  

Promotion of Bikeability  

• Implement and manage a comprehensive and proactive PR activity schedule for the Trust, including project managing the production of the annual impact report and delivery statistics 

• Act as the main point of contract for all media and press activity to builds our reputation with the media. Liaising with colleagues, the industry and general public to create stories and case studies to share good practice with the Industry and work with social media and internal communications 

• Develop and foster strong relationships with key media outlets in the sector and journalists, broadcasters and editors to secure coverage that helps to influence key decision makers and engage our audiences in our work 

• Scan effectively for breaking news stories relevant to our areas of work and work with the social media officer to use our channels for comment 

• Working with colleagues in public affairs agency and our research team, support public affairs activity 

• Scan for areas of reputational risk and support the CEO with preparing for and handling reputational risk 

• Lead on crisis media enquiries and messaging, implementing the necessary checks and actions to protect the Trust’s reputation and brand. 

• Brief and train key spokespeople, developing key messaging and Q&A 

• Analyse and report on media activity for internal teams, external partners and our board, including leading on relevant reports to committees. 

• Supporting the wider team with project and department communications  

• Using monitoring tools to provide insight and measurement of communication activities  

Comms Support  

• Respond to enquiries from the hello@ Bikeability email

• Support briefings for Bikeability staff and trustees for visits, events and media interviews 

• Secure opportunities for Bikeability Trust staff to speak at conferences and events

• Assist with organising annual Bikeability Conference

• Provide editorial advice to maintain high-quality communication standards 

General  

• Recognise the need to be flexible when working for a small organisation and carry out other duties that may be required 

• Commitment to personal continuing professional development

• Take on another other task as agreed with line manager 

Person specification 

The successful applicant will have: 

• Expertise in media and PR. 

• A strategic thinker with excellent project management and communication skills. 

• Experience of working with journalists and media outlets, generating and securing strong relevant media coverage. 

• Excellent news sense with extensive experience of producing effective and quick reactive news lines for breaking stories. 

• The ability to develop excellent long-term media and PR strategies to deliver organisational objectives aligned to our vision. 

• Strong judgement and experience of crisis communications. 

• Excellent copy-writing skills and ability to influence. 

Skills 

• Exceptional writing and editing skills with the ability to create accessible content 

• Strong project management and organisational skills 

• The ability to build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders 

The package 

The Bikeability Trust offers the successful candidates a competitive salary and: 

• Bikeability cycle training

• Generous contributory pension scheme 

• 38 days annual leave for full time members of staff (including public holidays) 

• Employee Assistance Programme

We value staff and a range of experience at the Bikeability Trust, so the person specification is a guide to the skills. We encourage diverse applicants and transferable skills.

ROLE PURPOSE

This is an exciting new role which will build on an existing programme of supporting patient engagement in research, clinical trial development  and clinical trials for lupus at a time of increased interest and activity in this area.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Delivery

• Act as the first point of contact for researchers and pharma companies seeking to involve members of the public in their research or trials.
• Work to build a network of patients around the UK with an interest in being involved with PPIE.
• Work with the Health Information Manager to identify and facilitate any support needs of the PPIE network.
• Support and facilitate PPIE in all stages of lupus research.
• Support PPIE in Lupus UK’s research grants process.
• Support engagement with diverse under-served communities.
• Ensure equality, diversity, and inclusion considerations in PPIE methods and communications

Other

• Uphold the values and expectations of LUPUS UK.
• Carry out other duties relevant to your post as reasonably required.
• Occasional evening and weekend working and travel may be required to support our broader activities.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Experience of working directly with patients and/or members of the public.
• Experience of supporting Patient and Public Involvement and Engagement (PPIE) activity.
• A relevant postgraduate qualification or equivalent experience (desirable).
• Experience of working in PPIE within a similar environment (desirable).
• Experience of working within research or the health sector (desirable).
• Experience of working with stakeholders, such as healthcare organisations, public groups,and professional networks (desirable).

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• A strong understanding of best practice in PPIE within research.
• Knowledge of different types of research and the various stages of the research process.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to tailor communicationfor diverse audiences.
• A demonstrable commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in allengagement activities.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• The ability to facilitate focus groups, workshops, and public forums (desirable).
• An understanding of NHS patient care pathways, clinical research processes, or clinicaltrials (desirable).

VALUES AND BEHAVIOURS

• Able to uphold and champion the values of LUPUS UK, demonstrating high standards ofintegrity, accountability, respect for others, courtesy and professionalism.
• Passionate about the work of LUPUS UK and working in a non-profit environment with afocus on health and disability.
• Demonstrable empathy for service users and a commitment to understanding andaddressing the challenges they experience.
• Actively committed to the growth of equality of opportunity and diversity. An enthusiastic and flexible approach and willing to support colleagues. Commitment to continual professional development and willing to give and receiveconstructive feedback.
• A positive, can-do attitude and willingness to help with tasks outside normal duties.

HOW TO APPLY

The closing date for applications is: Monday 17th March 2025 (10am).

Please reserve the following dates in your diary when you apply:

Interview DatesTuesday 1st and Wednesday 2nd April 2025

There will be a single stage interview. Interviews will be held on one of two interview dates and can be heldremotely or in-person at our Romford office, as most convenient to the candidate

We are looking for a dedicated Face to Face Officer to support people with sight loss in achieving their goals and independence through effective fundraising campaigns. This role involves overseeing both internal and external fundraising activities, ensuring campaigns are delivered on time, within budget, and in full compliance with all relevant legislation and Guide Dogs’ high standards.

You will manage relationships with third-party suppliers, analyse data, suggest improvements and monitor performance, address complaints, and collaborate with internal teams to ensure the smooth execution of fundraising initiatives across the organisation. Keeping up to date with industry regulations and best practices is paramount to ensuring the ongoing success of our F2F fundraising teams.

As part of Guide Dogs, you’ll contribute to reaching fundraising targets, influence strategic planning, and support the professional development of our fundraising team. We are a learning organisation and encourage ongoing personal and professional growth. If you're passionate about making a real impact and thrive in a fast-paced, compliance-focused environment, we'd love to hear from you.

We value in-person collaboration with our teams and support hybrid working arrangements, so you have flexibility to work in a way that’s best for you. We would like the role holder to work a minimum of 2 days per week from the Reading office.No two people with sight loss are the same, and none of our people are either. So, we are proud to offer a range of person-centred benefits that can support each member of staff in ways that really mean something to them – and show them how much they mean to us. We offer a flexible benefits package, discounts and cashback scheme, a generous holiday allowance and matched contributory pension scheme to care for our people.

Salary: £32-34,000 per annum
Contract length: Initial two-year contract, potential to renew.

Hours: 35 hour per week.
Location: Hybrid at Thames21 offices and home working. Delivering training sessions at locations across London, occasionally at other locations where the charity works.

Responsible to: EMPOWER Rivers Programme Manager

THAMES21 

Thames21 is a leading environmental charity, working across London and the Thames Basin to deliver high-impact nature-based solutions to the climate and biodiversity crisis through restoring rivers, whilst also connecting communities to their local green-blue spaces and inspiring long-term stewardship of them.

THE ROLE
We are seeking a skilled River Skills Officer to join the EMPOWER Rivers team working on our projects in London and the Thames Basin. This role offers an opportunity for the post holder to lead on the delivery and development of Thames21’s environmental training programme, which aims to empower communities to take independent action for rivers.
The key skill for this role is the ability to create and deliver inclusive, engaging and inspiring courses that help people understand what makes a healthy river; explore the crucial role that rivers play in our lives; and demonstrate how everyone can be involved in protecting, maintaining and improving London’s blue-green spaces.

The key value for this role is a passion for rivers and learning, coupled with the ability to share that enthusiasm with diverse groups of people, helping them to build their knowledge and skills to enhance London’s blue-green spaces.

You’ll thrive in this role if you enjoy breaking down complex ideas and processes, making them accessible to a wide range of audiences. You will be comfortable working with people in a variety of settings, mixing theory with practice. 

A typical day is likely to involve delivering one of Thames21’s flagship courses, gathering ideas for new training or making tweaks to existing modules; contacting community-led River Action Groups about upcoming activities, or keeping on track with various admin tasks. You might be working from home, at one of our offices in Bow or Guildhall, or at a river taking learners through the practical elements of our work.  You could be checking over risk assessments, promoting training opportunities or advising a local community river action group about organising their first session. 

You might be creating event listings or updating the web page. You may be working on strategic long-term plans or monitoring project outputs and incorporating learnings into project development. You’ll be thinking both big and small on any given day.

Diversity

We primarily serve a London community, and we would love our organisation to better reflect the diversity of this great city. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. Being a diverse and inclusive organisation is very important to us. We actively encourage applications from candidates with diverse cultures, perspectives and lived experiences.  This role is primarily about skilling up community groups to take independent action for rivers, therefore a strong interest and working knowledge of environmental issues is essential.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1.  Deliver courses on a range of topics, both indoors, online, and at different blue space locations, ensuring training sessions meet the appropriate standards and learner outcomes.
2.  Design training courses, review and contribute to the development of the training programme, and collaborate with other Thames21 staff to create and enhance training initiatives.
3. Ensure that training courses and community-led River Action Groups comply with relevant legislation and Thames21’s policies and procedures
4. Day-to-day management of the training programme, including recruitment, promotion, logistics, learner support, and accreditation process. 
5. Provide ongoing advice and support for programme participants following training, encouraging them to set up, organise and deliver volunteering activity in their local community. Including support with monitoring impact, operational plans and receiving and approving Risk Assessments and Method Statements for River Action Group activities to ensure they are covered by Thames21 public liability insurance.
6. Develop and support the Thames21 network of community-led River Action Groups, including linking groups to other community partners, e.g. existing groups, catchment partnerships and other organisations and institutions operating along the catchment 
7. Work with EMPOWER Rivers programme manager to coordinate annual River Action Group forum
8. Maintain clear records of progress, ensure all administration and statistical information is kept up to date, and regularly upload information onto the Thames21 database.
9. Represent Thames21 at community events, activities and partnership meetings.
10. Attend internal meetings as required and engage positively with the supervision and appraisal process
11. Work with colleagues to ensure documents and processes for employing Event Support Contractors are appropriate and up to date.

This job description cannot cover every issue or task that may arise within the post at various times. The post-holder will be expected to carry out other reasonable duties from time to time which are broadly consistent with other Thames21 activities and with those in this document.  For more information and how to apply, please see the attached Job Specification.