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Job title: Director of Fundraising & Communications (High Value Specialist)
Salary: £70,000 (neg)
Location: Hybrid - Central London (2 days, Tuesday and Thursday in office)
Contract: Permanent, Full-time (flexible working hours available)
Role summary
Bowel Research UK, the UK’s leading bowel cancer and bowel disease research funder, is seeking a Director of Fundraising & Communications, a new role for our charity. This is a great career development opportunity for a high-value fundraising specialist looking to broaden and deepen their skills and experience in leading Bowel Research UK’s fundraising and communications activity. If you are looking for a new challenge or, if you are considering stepping up into your first Director role, this could be just the opportunity you are looking for.
About Bowel Research UK
Every year over 16,000 people die from bowel cancer in the UK and over a million suffer from bowel disease. By researching cutting edge treatments, funding truly ground-breaking ‘proof of concept’ research, and getting behind some of the most promising young researchers destined to achieve breakthroughs, Bowel Research UK is saving and transforming literally millions of people’s lives around the world.
What we are looking for
This is a role for a rising leader who has a genuine passion for BRUK’s vision and the energy and determination to drive forward our mission. Our ideal candidate will have a strong background in high value, especially major donor, fundraising who can excite and motivate individuals to support Bowel Research UK’s mission. Working closely with a highly talented group of Trustees, staff and expert volunteers, we need someone with the ability to build and mobilise the resources and relationships required to have a major impact on our vital research funding.
As this is a small charity, along with the ability to lead the organisation’s fundraising and communications, you must be willing to roll up your sleeves to get stuck into the work too.
Why come and work for Bowel Research UK?
- This is a great career development opportunity for a high-value fundraising specialist to broaden and deepen their skills and experience in leading Bowel Research UK’s fundraising and communications activity.
- An opportunity to play a key part of leading the creation and implementation of a new organisational strategy that will inform this role’s development of new fundraising and communications strategies.
- We have an ambitious Board of Trustees who are ready to invest in fundraising and communications development to increase the charity’s research impact.
- We have a new Chief Executive with more than 25 years of fundraising and general charity management experience who is keen to work alongside this post in leading organisation-wide step change and innovation.
- You will be part of a friendly, collaborative and passionate team working towards an important and valuable shared goals.
Recruitment timeline:
Deadline for applications is 9am, Wednesday 9th October 2024.
First, virtual interviews w/c 14th October 2024
Second, in person interviews w/c 21st October 2024
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Join us at a pivotal moment in our digital transformation journey, where you’ll have the opportunity to shape the future of our online services. We are embarking on a multi-year programme, starting with a CMS replatforming in 2025, which will pave the way for a unified, customer-centric digital experience for beneficiaries, supporters, members, and volunteers. As our Digital Product Owner, you’ll be an integral part of a newly formed team, working from the ground up to deliver innovative solutions that drive our organisation forward.
Come and be part of the leading Armed Forces charity, making a difference to the lives of those who have served to keep us safe and protect our way of life.
In this role, you will be the crucial link between business objectives and technical execution, ensuring that product visions are translated into actionable development plans. You’ll collaborate with stakeholders to understand user needs and technical requirements, turning them into detailed product backlogs and user stories that can be effectively delivered by our development teams. With your technical expertise, you will ensure that each feature is built on a foundation of sound development practices, maintaining a focus on quality and adaptability as the digital landscape evolves.
We’re looking for someone with a passion for technology and a strong understanding of how digital products are built and refined. You’ll have the experience and knowledge to manage external development capacity, making sure that technical solutions are aligned with both user demands and long-term business strategies. This is a dynamic, fast-paced environment where your ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on technical planning will be key to success.
If you enjoy being at the forefront of digital development, taking ownership of complex projects, and working in an environment that values innovation and collaboration, this is the perfect role for you. You’ll have the chance to not only influence the future of our digital services but also to be part of a team that is building something new and impactful from the ground up. A chance to bring your technical expertise and product ownership experience to help us deliver exceptional digital solutions.
Here at RBL, we aim to support our people and their wellbeing, with a package including generous paid holiday allowance and pension scheme contributions, and a range of optional benefits and discounts.
You will be contracted to our London hub, Haig House. Under our Future Working framework, there will be some flexibility for working remotely/at home, using our collaboration tools to work with colleagues and partners, but with a minimum expectation of two days/week connecting directly face-to-face with colleagues at the hub.
RBL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics.
We may close this vacancy early if we believe we have enough strong applications to be able to successfully fill the role(s). Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
If you require the job advert or job description in an alternative format, please contact 0808 802 8080.
The British Gas Energy Trust (BGET) helps families and individuals in England, Scotland and Wales experiencing hardship and who are struggling with energy debts.
You will be joining us at a time where many have been negatively impacted by the cost-of-living crisis and require financial support with their energy bills. You will be joining a collaborative and friendly organisation that is committed to helping individuals facing fuel poverty.
We have an exciting opportunity for a experienced and highly organised Governance Risk & Compliance Officer to join our team. This pivotal role involves ensuring the effective administration of the Board's activities, maintaining robust governance practices, and ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation, regulations and internal policies.
The Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) Officer will play the lead role in ensuring the Trust’s adherence to regulatory requirements and internal policies.
1. Develop and Maintain Frameworks: The GRC Officer develops, maintains, and implements governance, risk management, and assurance frameworks. These frameworks guide security functions and activities within the company.
2. Internal Control Management: They manage the internal control environment by analysing data, mitigating risks, and maintaining corporate compliance procedures.
3. Support Internal Audits: The GRC Officer coordinates internal audits, collaborates with auditors, and ensures compliance with industry standards.
4. Legal Point of Contact: As the first legal point of contact, they advise staff on corporate compliance matters, including security assessments and risk control investigations.
5. Regulatory Compliance: The Officer reviews the company’s compliance with existing and new regulations, identifies deficiencies, and provides necessary mitigations.
In summary, the GRC Officer will ensure that the Trust operates within legal and regulatory boundaries while managing risks effectively.
The role will work closely with the Human Resources Manager and other Central support team members and sits within the Finance, Risk and Administrative Team.
The ideal candidate will have a robust, current understanding of risk management practices, compliance protocols, and governance structures, with recent relevant experience in a similar role.
The person will work closely with various departments to foster a culture of integrity and accountability, possess exceptional organisational skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to handle confidential information with integrity and discretion.
Why Join Us?
- Opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the risk and compliance culture of a dynamic organisation.
- Collaborative and supportive work environment.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Professional growth and development opportunities.
Please note that unfortunately we are not able to offer sponsorship for this role, therefore you will need to evidence a right to work in the UK.
Please review the attached advert and Key Responsibilities, as you will need to address these in your cover letter to allow us to shortlist you for this opportunity.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Do you believe in the power of social enterprise to create meaningful and scalable social change in disadvantaged communities, across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA)? Are you looking to be involved with and help grow a movement that is backing sustainable social change across the Arab region?
ABOUT ALFANAR
Launched in 2004, Alfanar is the Arab region’s oldest venture philanthropy organisation. We are a UK-based charity with operations in Cairo, Beirut and Amman and affiliates in the US and the Netherlands. We aim to transform lives in disadvantaged communities across the Arab world by strengthening ambitious social enterprises responding to pressing needs, especially around children’s education, youth employment and women’s economic empowerment. Alfanar provides grants, repayable grants and impact investment (through a soon to be launched sister impact fund) and technical assistance to social enterprises, enabling them to scale their impact in disadvantaged communities, while increasing the sales of goods and services to achieve greater financial sustainability. Alfanar’s highly engaged venture philanthropy approach applies the principles of private sector investment to charitable giving, delivering social returns that are sustainable, scalable, and game changing. For more information about Alfanar’s venture philanthropy work, see our 2021 Annual Report and our website.
Scope of the Job
The Finance Officer at Alfanar will play a crucial role in delivering an effective and efficient finance function across the organization's group structure. Reporting to the Head of Finance, the Finance Officer will be supporting various financial tasks, including budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, cash and reserves management, accounting processes, and financial risk mitigation. The role requires a focus on continuous improvement, problem-solving, and development to ensure high-performance standards and exceptional finance services for Alfanar's teams.
Reports to: Head of Finance
Main Responsibilities
· Manage all receivables and payables following agreed processes and ensure timely payment.
· Prepare monthly payroll and set up salary payments
· Reconcile bank accounts on a monthly basis
· Producing Monthly Management Accounts with the help of the finance system and Excel templates.
· Review donor reports prepared by the country office for accuracy and cost allocation
· Claim gift aid on a regular basis
· Support organisation budget and proposal budget process.
· Support organisational audit process.
· Any other duties as agreed by the Head of Finance.
Financial accounting
· Be an integral part of ensuring effective and efficient financial control environment across Alfanar’s group structure
· Operate key financial controls including balance sheet schedules, intercompany and income reconciliations
· Support the continuing develop of effective financial management procedures, increasing automation and efficiency
· Ensure accurate and complete records for restricted funds
· Active involvement in payroll to ensure an accurate and up to date payroll
· Manage the payments process using Xero financial software ,review and set up payments at the bank
· Support Head of Finance in developing and implementing Finance processes across the Alfanar group.
· Ensure Alfanar is up to date and compliant with its statutory duties relating to Payroll, Pensions, VAT , Corporation Tax and other statutory submissions.
Reporting
● Support Head of Finance with the preparation of annual accounts in line with financial reporting standards, including consolidation of future group entities, ready for Audit.
● Support Head of Finance during organisation’s external audit
● Liaise with external accountants, including on all filing requirements
● Prepare financial information for the trustees annual report and liaise with the communications function on presentation
Financial management reporting and finance business partnering
● Support budgeting and reforecasting process led by Head of Finance. Ensure relevant team members receive guidance notes and documentation in relation to the budget and forecast processes and templates
● Manage the month end close procedure, including preparing journals to record the required accruals and fund transfers
● Prepare, review and analyse management accounts, seek variance explanations, prepare commentary and summaries based on budget holder responses, and ensure management understand any required actions.
● Continue to develop monthly management reports and budget Vs actual reports for budget holders.
● Work with the fundraising team to ensure that income data flows are documented, and finance and fundraising metrics are clearly defined and accurately calculated and reported
Tax, cash, risk and reserves management and group operations
● Working with the Head of Finance, manage, review and improve Alfanar’s (online) banking arrangements and relationships, across the group structure
● Prepare monthly cash flow forecasts and requirements and ensure appropriate cash management and transfers across the group structure.
● Should it be required, support with Alfanar’s registration for VAT, set up and operate the required changes to the accounting systems, and prepare and file VAT returns, including other entities within the VAT group
Qualifications & Experience
Essential
● Experience of supporting in accounting, payments, transaction processing, financial reporting, tax, and cash management with international operations ideally in a growing group.
● Experience of automating financial processes and developing reporting functionality from accounting systems
● Knowledge and experience of using Xero or other cloud-based accounting software.
● Experience of providing financial management support/business partnering to managers/budget holders, who may not have a financial background.
● Qualified affiliate accountant or working towards a qualification (UK ACA, CIMA, ACCA ,AAT or equivalent)
● Knowledge of data protection legislation, risk management and other governance regulations including confidentiality.
Desired
● Bachelor or Master's degree in accounting or finance.
● Experience in Finance Function in a not-for-profit setting, whether gained in a paid or voluntary capacity
Experience of working with high volume payment processing supplier systems and integrating the associated data flows into internal databases
● Knowledge of UK requirements for accounting for restricted funds
● Interest in social enterprise development and impact investment
● Willingness to travel to the MENA region, if needed
Skills & Abilities
● Excellent policy and process development skills
● Clear thinking and excellent logic skills, able to unpick and simplify complexity
● Self-motivated and self-organised, with good problem-solving skills
● Able to work flexibly as part of a team
● Able to contribute from a Finance perspective in a multi-disciplinary team
● Able to work and produce deliverables in a timely manner, and to manage priorities, communicating timeline changes clearly to line manager and team
● Flexibility and adaptability in your attitude and approach to work, with a willingness to ‘get involved’ and support the team with whatever might arise, working towards a common objective
● Excellent and clear communicator in English, face to face, in writing and over the telephone/ Zoom
Self-confident and able to take initiative but also to work effectively within a formal governance structure
Personal qualities
● Honesty, reliability, attention to detail
● Excellent interpersonal skills
● Exemplary organisational and time management skills
● Ability to present information concisely and effectively, both verbally and in writing
● Ability to work on your own initiative and in shifting environments
● Passionate about organisational mission and values
SUCCESS FACTORS
The successful candidate will be capable of multitasking, rapid decision-making, have initiative, drive and a lot of energy, as well as high emotional intelligence. S/he will be committed to empowering and strengthening high impact, sustainable social enterprises in the Arab world. An ability to work independently and prioritize different deliverables with strict deadlines is going to be paramount in making a success of this opportunity. Working with a diverse team across different locations will mean an ability to work effectively online with people in multiple time zones is a must. This is an exciting opportunity to join a committed and growing team at a pivotal point in our growth.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Battersea is here for every dog and cat, and has been since 1860. Our multiple award-winning Income Generation department raises around 60% of the Charity’s total income, allowing us to continue to grow to make sure we can be here for every cat and dog, now and in the future.
Our Direct Marketing Team is part of this department, and recruits and develops supporters. We are seeking a Direct Marketing Officer to join this team to manage and deliver a series of high standard direct marketing campaigns across our Regular Giving programme. This individual will be recruiting, retaining and upgrading regular donors to generate income through a variety of direct marketing methods such as direct dialogue, DRTV, digital, and direct mail. They will be encouraging regular monthly gifts or support via one of our main products such as general Regular Giving and Sponsorship, our Lottery, Value Exchange programme and other methods of committed giving as they arise.
This will be a very rewarding opportunity to play a vital role in giving the dogs and cats in our care a better life.
More about Battersea:
At Battersea, we aim to never turn away a dog or cat in need of help. We give each one lots of love and expert care and get to know their characters and quirks so we can find them a new home that’s just right for them.
All the knowledge we gather in our centres helps us to improve the lives of the animals we’ll never meet, through our work with other rescue organisations and charities. We also help people make informed choices when getting a pet, we provide training and welfare advice, and we campaign for changes in the law when we see that dogs and cats or their owners deserve better.
Join us and help us be here for every dog and cat, wherever they are, for as long as they need us.
What we can offer you:
We offer our employees a wide range of benefits to reward them for the value that they bring to Battersea, to support them in their work, to help improve their health and wellbeing, and maintain a healthy work-life balance. These include:
- 28 days of annual leave (plus 8 days paid public holidays) per year
- 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
- Discounted gym memberships and cycle to work schemes
- Life insurance
- Support for your professional and career development, including access to digital and in-person training programmes, a wide range of tools and resources, leadership and management training, mentoring and much more.
Our hybrid working policy:
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 maintain the benefits of home working, while allowing for collaboration and maintaining a connection to our cause. In addition to this, our offices are in a great location within London, have modern facilities, offer great employee socialising spaces and a discounted café. Best of all, coming on site offers you the opportunity to meet our lovely rescues with lunchtime cat socialising and the occasional office dog!
Equality, diversity and inclusion at Battersea:
At Battersea, we are committed to providing equality of opportunity, and developing and supporting a diverse workforce and inclusive culture in all aspects of our organisation. We aim to ensure that this pledge, reinforced by our values, is embedded in our day-to-day working practices and our work together.
By hearing from and valuing different experiences, perspectives and contributions, we know we can provide the best expert care for every dog and cat who needs us. We particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities and from members of minority ethnic communities, who we know are currently under-represented at Battersea.
As a Disability Confident Committed employer, we're happy to discuss any support or personalisation you may need during your application and/or interview process as part of our workplace adjustments.
Closing date: 30th September 2024
Interview date(s): w/c 7th October 2024
If you think you’re a good fit for the role, and you’re passionate about dogs, cats and our work, then we’d like to hear from you.
For full details, please download our recruitment pack.
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.
Battersea is here for every dog and cat, and has been since 1860. We believe that every dog and cat deserves the best.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Digital Officer
An exciting opportunity has recently arisen for a Digital Officer with a strong willingness to learn to join a hugely respected, well established and extremely well known charity based in London. This is an amazing role for someone with a great passion for digital to take make a real difference!
As the Digital Officer, you’ll be responsible for project managing, ticketing and sprint planning. You’ll also have the opportunity to develop your digital analytics understanding, as well as the chance to expand and grow into website management. This is the perfect role for someone who is looking to further their digital skillset whilst contributing to an amazing cause!
Skills that are required for the Digital Officer are:
- Strong willingness to learn and develop within digital
- Ability to project manage (tickets, sprint planning etc)
- Understanding of digital analytics & website (UX)
- Ability to work in a faced-paced environment
Digital Officer / Digital Analytics / Project Management / Website / UX
This is a really amazing opportunity for someone to develop and grow their current knowledge and also learn new skills and techniques!
Salary: £32,000 - £33,000 plus excellent benefits
Locations: London (Flexibility Encouraged)
Apply now for further details and immediate consideration for this excellent career opportunity.
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Permanent role, full time 35 hours per week. Salary between £30000.00 - £33000.00 per annum
Mothers' Union is a global Christian movement working with people of all faiths and none to develop communities, strengthen families and advocate for change. Our members are active in 83 countries and work tirelessly to serve their communities to build a future where everyone thrives.
Mothers’ Union, founded in 1876 is a women-led volunteer Christian movement, with a membership of four-million people around the world, 36,000 of whom live in the UK and Ireland. Members express their faith through action in their local communities, aiming to create a world where every individual can reach their full potential, by ending poverty, injustice and violence.
Why work for us
Mothers’ Union is committed to supporting international development initiatives that empower communities and improve lives. We work in three key areas, Gender, peace and safety and livelihoods, and use the asset based community led approach . We are looking for a dedicated Global Programmes Officer to run a small portfolio of projects and support our project management system. This role will also be crucial in helping our Programme Managers by taking on routine tasks and ensuring the smooth and strategic operation of both new and existing projects.
Job Summary
The Global Programmes Officer will play a key role in supporting the entire project management process within the organisation, whilst taking the lead with a small portfolio of projects, from assisting with the application for new projects, to the reporting and follow-up of ongoing projects and programmes,. This position requires some basic programme management experience, excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively with the team. It is a great opportunity for an individual to build on existing programme experience.
Please refer our job description for more details.
Benefits
- 25 days of annual leave (full time) plus up to 4 days of leave (full time) given at the discretion of Mothers’ Union.
- Employer pension contribution of 6.5%.
- Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay.
- Two volunteering days per calendar year.
- One away day per calendar year.
- Enhanced sick pay.
- Bereavement leave & Compassionate leave
- Season ticket loan.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Employee assistance programme.
- Eye care voucher and an allowance towards glasses.
Work Location/Hybrid Working Pattern
This role will be based at our Head Office in central London. Mothers’ Union operates a hybrid working model. Staff are required to work an aggregate minimum of 90 days per calendar year (pro rata for part timers) at our Head Office, Mary Sumner House in central London. Tuesdays are our anchor days where every staff member is expected to be at the office. The 90 days includes anchor Tuesdays. In addition, Thursday is a core working day where part time staff are expected to work, either at home or from the office as needed.
How to Apply
If you are interested in this position, please apply by sending your CV and a Cover Letter via Charity Job. The Cover Letter should clearly outline how your skills match the main responsibilities of the role.
Please note – only applications with a cover letter, alongside a CV, will be considered.
Application Deadline
The closing date for applications is 27 September 2024. Due to the number of applications we may receive, we will not be able to individually respond to each applicant. Kindly note, we will only be getting in touch with the applicants shortlisted for an interview. We aim to get in touch with the shortlisted candidates after the application deadline.
Equal Opportunity
Mothers’ Union is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to create an inclusive environment for all employees.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are seeking an operational and people focussed Chief Operating Officer (COO) to join our Executive Team. You will drive development of all financial and operational management, processes and reporting, overseeing the organisation’s day-to-day operations including the leadership of Finance, People, Governance, Fundraising, Marketing and Communications and Digital.
The successful candidate will have held broad finance and operations positions, with a track record of interacting at Board level and presenting clear financial and management information. Whilst you don’t have to be financially qualified, we do need someone with strong financial acumen and demonstrable ability to monitor, interpret and communicate financial information effectively. You will have experience in implementing new and/or successful improvements to existing systems and processes, with a track record of driving organisational change. The post holder will have a good understanding of regulation and best practice alongside the ability to develop efficient processes and controls in line with our governance framework. Ensuring that people are at the centre of the Florence Nightingale Foundation (FNF) you will play a key role within the Executive team supporting the charity to achieve sustainable growth and delivery of efficient and effective services ensuring plans are developed and implemented, and targets are met.
You will have a passion for our purpose, commitment to our mission and alignment with our organisational values. Whilst being robust about process, you need to be able to flex to changing circumstances and be skilled at getting the best out of people as well as driving a culture of continuous improvement and learning. Crucially, you will be wholly committed to driving forward the core infrastructure for our work supporting nurses and midwives in leadership development to improve health and care outcomes.
This role provides a unique opportunity to inform, lead and shape the future of our impactful charitable mission and growth.
Principle Duties and Areas of Responsibility
Operational Leadership and Governance
- Overall accountability for the operations of the foundation
- Oversee and optimise internal processes and workflows to enhance efficiency and productivity
- Evaluate and improve overall performance by gathering, analysing and interpreting data and metrics
- Oversee robust risk management processes and protocols proactively identifying and mitigating potential risks
- Oversee the development of all necessary policies to ensure safe and healthy working environments
- Ensure FNF is compliant with all financial, tax, charity and legal requirements
Financial Management
- Oversee the development and monitoring of the financial strategy for the organisation, providing recommendations, information and guidance to the Trustees and Executive team to inform decision making
- Maintain and review polices and processes to ensure good financial controls are in place that meet both legal and tax requirements. This includes maintaining appropriate records and controls over restricted funds to ensure that these are used and reported appropriately
- Support the Finance Manager and Executive team in setting FNF’s annual budget, with robust analysis and justification of intended expenditure, financial forecasts, cashflow etc. securing active engagement and ownership from all internal budget holders
- Oversee the financial reports required to review progress against plans and forecasts throughout the year and ensuring these are disseminated and understood across the organisation
- Accountable for regular financial updates to Trustees including the Finance Investment Committee (FIC) and Board meetings along with the preparation of the financial aspects of the annual report and accounts
- Oversee the management and development of VAT reporting for FNF and trading subsidiary
- Oversee the financial aspect of FNF Global delivery to ensure compliance with HMRC
Systems and controls
- Lead in the development, implementation and monitoring of effective procurement systems and procedures, ensuring that FNF achieves best value and drives efficiencies through our external contracts
- Lead on the annual audit in accordance with current practice and the Charity Commissions Standard of Recommended Practice (SORP), liaising and managing the relationship with the auditors
- Oversee the operation of the payroll process and related HMRC contract ensuring that payments are made in an accurate and timely way
- Work with the Finance Committee to manage the investments for FNF, overseeing regular reviews of the investment policy and portfolio, liaising with external partners as necessary
Fundraising, Events, Marketing and Communications
- Provide leadership around income generation, making sure that this is located within the strategic framework and day to day thinking of the Foundation
- Provide leadership and direction for Marketing and Communications, ensuring that overall plans are in support of our strategic objectives
- Ensure all income generation activities from within this team are fully integrated across the Foundation, recognising the importance of inter departmental relationships
- Lead the team in the planning, communications, income generation and execution of the annual Florence Nightingale Commemoration Service and any similar high profile events.
Digital
- Provide strategic leadership in overseeing digital initiatives, guiding the development and execution of a comprehensive digital strategy
HR
- Provide expert professional judgement, advice, and guidance to the Executive and Senior Leadership teams in developing, monitoring, and implementing people strategies, policies and procedures, workforce and training that meet service needs.
- In partnership with the Head of Operations develop, communicate and implement the People and Culture Strategy.
- Support the ongoing development of a culture to enable the development of a workforce which is at the heart of the organisation, in which colleagues feel valued, safe, and respected.
- Build on our ability to work in agile and flexible ways, establishing innovative ways of working and providing outstanding learning and development opportunities for all colleagues.
- Create relevant and dynamic talent and succession plans, enabling us to develop and support our workforce as well as focus on the long-term skills and capabilities required within FNF
People Leadership
- Lead and develop the operations team, leading by example you will promote a positive and proactive culture, encouraging the team to work collaboratively across FNF
- Effectively manage the performance of the team, ensuring they are working on agreed objectives and outcomes
Person Specification
Experience, Knowledge, and Skills
- Proven experience as a senior leader in ideally a non-profit or public sector organisation
- Strong and extensive operations management experience, financial leadership and programme delivery
- Experience of working on projects to integrate systems and improve processes / ways of working would be highly desirable
- Demonstrated success in strategic planning, organisational development and stakeholder engagement
- Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate staff
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities, capable of representing the charity effectively to external audience
- Experience of working with a Charity Board of Trustees
- Proven ability to develop a long term financial strategy and plans
- Experience of developing and implementing processes and policies as well as setting standards and targets aligned to organisation objectives
- A commitment to the charity's mission and values
- Excellent numerical and analytical skills with the ability to distil and communicate complex financial information in a way that is easy to understand
- Ability to think strategically, anticipating future trends and developing plans accordingly
- Encourage innovation and seek to understand best practice from both inside and outside the sector
- Strong financial acumen and demonstrable ability to monitor, interpret and communicate financial information effectively is essential
- ACCA/CIMA/ACA or an equivalent finance qualification is desirable
Competencies
- Able to demonstrate strong leadership inspiring teams to achieve strategic goals through collaboration and communication
- Develops and establishes strong relationships both internally and externally to enhance organisational partnerships and drive success
- Champions innovation fostering a culture of adaptability and forward thinking
- Comfortable with ambiguity, possesses the drive, energy and resilience to see through change
- Proactively oversees financial risk and governance, anticipating potential challenges and implementing pre-emptive measures to ensure resilience and assurance.
- Sound judgement to make informed decisions and balance competing demands, even in complex or ambiguous situations.
First Interviews will be held on: 21st October 2024
Strictly no agencies please.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Prospectus is delighted to be partnering with the Fundraising Regulator in the recruitment of their new Regulatory Projects Officer. This exciting and newly created position will focus on driving the planning and delivery of proactive regulatory projects. This role is offered as a permanent, full-time position and will report to the Regulatory Project Manager. The role is offered on hybrid basis with two days in the London office.
The Fundraising Regulator is an independent, non-statutory body that regulates fundraising across the charitable sector in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
The Fundraising Regulator is committed to diversity, equality and inclusion. They want their workforce to be truly representative of the society they are here to support and protect so that they’re able to regulate effectively. They also want each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. They do this by operating a fair and inclusive recruitment process, which aims to reach a diverse pool of candidates. This is also supported by a range of policies that encourage a flexible and supportive working environment.
As the Regulatory Projects Officer, you will play a proactive role in supporting the Regulatory Project Manager with the planning, development, and delivery of key regulatory initiatives. You will gather and analyse intelligence, ensure compliance with the Code of Fundraising Practice, and engage with a range of external stakeholders, including charities, professional bodies, and other regulators. Additionally, you will assist in preparing reports and contribute to investigations that help identify future regulatory projects. Building strong relationships with external partners and collaborating with internal teams will be critical to the smooth and successful delivery of these projects.
To be successful in this role, you should have experience in casework, policy, or regulatory project delivery, with proven communication skills—both written and verbal. You must be able to interpret complex information, report it clearly to senior colleagues, and adapt your communication style to suit different audiences. Strong investigative skills are essential, as is the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with external stakeholders alongside being comfortable working both independently and proactively, as well as in a team environment.
While not essential, knowledge of the charity sector would be highly desirable. Familiarity with the Code of Fundraising Practice, along with a basic technical understanding of CRM systems, would be beneficial. Strong project management skills, particularly in planning, reporting, and delivering objectives, will further enhance your success in this role.
Please note interviews will be held in person W/C 4th November.
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As the Peer to Peer Groupwork Facilitator you will set up, lead and deliver a year-long peer to peer group programme for bereaved families who have experienced the sudden and unexpected death of a baby or young child.
The groupwork is based on a programme led by Harvard University and Boston’s Children’s hospital and has structured sessions drawing upon psychological model of CBT, although the sessions are not therapeutic. Each session has a theme and incorporates education, guidance and support.
You will establish and deliver a new peer online support group, facilitating group formation, and enhancing service delivery and creating a safe and welcoming space for bereaved families.
Outside the group sessions you will be responsible for managing the administration and evaluation of the service, including and collection of questionnaires and feedback required for reporting purposes and supporting members with any signposting requirements processing referrals, carrying out eligibility screening, monitoring the waiting list and inputting and keeping all database member and service records up to date.
It is a key time to be joining the charity and helping us to continue to save babies’ lives and support bereaved families. The charity has been hugely successful, but the work is far from done. The impact of the sudden death of a baby is wide and never goes away, as we know from the families that we support. This drives all our work, across each department. We are a close and friendly staff team who all share passionately in the charity’s objectives, vision and values.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Job Description – Trusts and Grants Officer
Reporting to: Trusts and Grants Manager
Location: Hybrid/ London
Contract: Permanent,
Hours: 35 hours, Full Time
Grade and Salary: 6LCO £32,880-£34,610
We welcome applications from all backgrounds. We are a Disability Confident Employer that welcome disabled applicants and provide reasonable adjustments.
About FareShare
FareShare is the UK’s national network of charitable food redistributors, made up of 18 independent organisations. Together, we take good quality surplus food from right across the food industry and get it to nearly 8,500 frontline charities and community groups.
The food we redistribute is nutritious and good to eat. It reaches charities across the UK, including school breakfast clubs, older people’s lunch clubs, homeless shelters, and community cafes. Every week we provide enough food to create almost a million meals for vulnerable people.
Every year, more than three million tonnes of food go to waste in the UK, enough for 7 billion meals. Meanwhile, the cost of living crisis is driving millions into food insecurity.
We are fortunate to benefit from the support of major retailers, the media, ambassadors and a groundswell of public engagement. As a result, there has never been a more exciting time to join an organisation at the heart of public consciousness.
FareShare’s Strategy & Vision
Vision: We have the vision of a UK where “No good food goes to waste”.
Mission: To use surplus, fit for consumption, food to feed those who are vulnerable in the UK
by supporting frontline charitable organisations that tackle the cause and not just the symptoms of food poverty.
Our Values:
Passion – for our cause and the challenge that lies ahead.
Ambition – to go the extra mile and drive the change that must happen.
Respect – for ourselves, each other, our volunteers, our partners and our beneficiaries.
Collaboration – it’s only by working with others that we can be stronger.
Focus – on providing the best service possible so that we deliver and achieve the most for our clients/customers.
The role
We are looking for a Trusts and Grants Officer to play a crucial role in ensuring the ongoing success and expansion of our partnerships with trusts, foundations and statutory givers. Working closely with the Trusts and Grants Manager and four more team members, this new role will lead on nurturing low and mid-value relationships with prospective funders who have capacity to give ongoing funding to FareShare.
As the cost of living crisis pushes millions into food insecurity, and the world is faced with a climate emergency, the difference you can make by joining the Trusts and Grants Team is substantial. Our dual social and environmental purpose has never resonated more with partners and we have just launched an ambitious strategy to double the number of meals we can provide, amplifying our impact and presenting a compelling case for support.
The Trusts and Grants and Officer will take on the management and stewardship of a diverse portfolio of four and five-figure funding relationships, while developing new partnerships with a range of givers and leading on prospecting for certain areas of our funder portfolio.
Main areas of responsibility
Build relationships with a portfolio of four and five-figure trust supporters, understanding their motivations and tailoring opportunities and communications to cultivate strong, long-lasting partnerships.
Foster a deep understanding of FareShare’s work and strategy to create persuasive fundraising proposals that inspire and solicit funds. This includes working closely with colleagues in the wider Fundraising team to build a sound understanding of FareShare operations and where support is most needed.
Supporting with the team’s prospecting process, using your own research and sector knowledge to identify new opportunities from identification through to solicitation.
Lead the Trusts & Grants and wider Fundraising team on specific projects within FareShare’s work, collaborating with colleagues across the organisation to gather information to inform fundraising activities.
Develop personalised stewardship plans to deepen funder relationships. Craft compelling written communications including emails, proposals, and reports to showcase the impact of trust support and celebrate key milestones. Support on and lead calls, meetings and visits to strengthen funder partnerships and engagement with our work.
Support the Trusts & Grants Manager and wider team as needed, especially in instances where a complex funding application requires more than one team member to complete.
Maintain accurate records of partner interactions in our CRM system and shared files, and consistently update financial records and account plans.
Person specification
As an employer committed to Equal Opportunities, we will assess applications in line with these criteria that we consider either as being essential or desirable in this role.
Skills & Experience
- Charity sector, and ideally trust fundraising experience, with demonstrable success of managing relationships with trusts and foundations to secure multiple five figure grants.
- Experience of researching, identifying and engaging new prospects, and securing new funding.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with good persuasive writing and proof-reading ability.
- Experience of creative proposal writing, and the ability to demonstrate clear outcomes and impact.
- Experience of preparing and presenting budgets and ability to interpret charitable financial accounts.
- Proven ability to form good working relations, both internally and externally with people at all levels, and from all walks of life, backgrounds and cultures.
- Ability to multi-task and work on own initiative to meet objectives and tight deadlines.
- Proven ability to work flexibly and collaboratively as part of a busy team.
- Excellent IT skills with a good working knowledge of MS Office programmes.
Desirable Criteria
- Experience of using Salesforce or an equivalent Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system for Fundraising.
- Interest in the impact of food waste on the environment.
- Interest in food poverty and its causes.
Values and behaviours
- Enthusiastic approach and ability to work in a team.
- Proven ability to develop and maintain good working relationships.
- A commitment to Equality and Diversity
- An appreciation of FareShare’s mission and vision
Benefits
- Hybrid / Flexible working, with regular UK travel
- 28 days’ annual leave + 8 bank holidays
- Employers pension contribution
- Employee Assistance Program
- Interest free bicycle purchase loan scheme
- Season ticket loan
As a key member of our small, dedicated team, you will be instrumental in developing and marketing Icon membership while delivering exceptional customer service. Your role involves proactively engaging with members by processing their applications, managing renewals, addressing inquiries, and performing various administrative tasks.
In addition to member engagement, you will contribute to Icon’s communications and marketing efforts. You will use a blend of digital and analogue media to enhance Icon’s visibility both within the cultural heritage sector and beyond. Your support in executing marketing activities will be crucial in driving our broader growth ambitions.
This role is based at Icon’s office in Farringdon, London. Icon operates a hybrid working policy, which requires staff to be in the office at least two days per week, with the flexibility to work remotely for the remainder.
The post-holder will report directly to the Marketing and Membership Manager.
Specific duties
Membership services
- Processing membership applications.
- Maintaining accurate membership records on the CRM system (Ready Membership).
- Responding to enquiries from prospective members, existing members, colleagues and the general public within agreed customer service timeframes.
Data management
- Effectively use data analytics to understand impact and success rates and deliver informative regular reporting against agreed KPIs.
Content and communications
- Working collaboratively with the wider Icon Team to develop the annual communications plan in line with the annual operational plan.
- Developing, commissioning and delivering the production of content for Icon’s website and Social Media channels in line with communications plan.
- Maintaining and updating Icon’s website in line with analytics data and communications plan.
- Developing and issuing Icon’s monthly internal and external email newsletters.
Marketing
- Contributing to the implementation of Icon’s Membership Growth Strategy by assisting with the development of recruitment campaigns.
- Supporting the implementation of marketing plans and promotional ideas.
- Supporting the development of Icon’s Social Media strategy and contribute to Icon’s Email Marketing strategy by utilising external newsletters to support broader advocacy work and marketing lead generation.
- Coordinating Icon’s presence at partner and sector events, including the design and production of marketing collateral, ensuring a visible presence and effective contribution is achieved.
Other
- Support Icon’s 28 special interest groups, including responding to queries and administering and promoting group events.
- Actively contributing to the development of marketing and communication initiatives relating to wider activity within Icon.
- Any other responsibilities that may be reasonably requested by the Chief Executive
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Job description - Senior Public Affairs and Research Officer
Reporting to – Public Affairs, Policy and Campaigns Consultant
Location – Hybrid/London
Contract: Permanent
Hours – Full time (35 hours)
Salary - £31,000-£32,754 per annum
We welcome applications from all backgrounds. We are a Disability Confident Employer that welcome disabled applicants and provide reasonable adjustments.
Main purpose of this role
The Senior Public Affairs and Research Officer will drive policy change to increase surplus food redistribution by engaging with stakeholders across government, media, industry, and academia. They will support FareShare’s public affairs strategy by producing well-researched briefings, organizing impactful events, and fostering relationships with key partners.
About FareShare
FareShare is the UK’s national network of charitable food redistributors, made up of 18 independent organisations. Together, we take good quality surplus food from right across the food industry and get it to over 8,000 frontline charities and community groups. The food we redistribute is nutritious and good to eat. It reaches charities across the UK, including school breakfast clubs, older people’s lunch clubs, homeless shelters, and community cafes. Every week we provide enough food to create almost a million meals for vulnerable people.
Every year, more than 4.5 million tonnes of food go to waste in the UK, enough for 10 billion meals. Meanwhile, the cost-of-living crisis is driving millions into food insecurity. FareShare has a plan to help use surplus food to support those struggling to make ends meet, and strengthen communities across the UK through our network of local charities and community groups. We are fortunate to benefit from the support of major retailers, the media, and a groundswell of public engagement. As a result, there has never been a more exciting time to join an organisation at the heart of public consciousness.
FareShare’s vision
Our vision is of a UK where ‘No good food goes to waste’.
Every year, food wasted in the UK adds millions of tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions to the atmosphere. During a climate crisis, and with record levels of food insecurity, it doesn’t make sense to be throwing away perfectly good food.
FareShare believes that with long-term ambition and quick, decisive action, the UK’s food system can become a driver of positive social and environmental impact.
Our values run through everything we do and set out a clear framework for us to approach our work: passion, ambition, respect, collaboration, and focus.
The role
The role will sit within FareShare’s public affairs—part of the wider marcomms team—which is responsible for advocating for policies that create an economic and legislative environment that is beneficial for surplus food redistribution. This will help FareShare achieve its long-term goals of redistributing a higher proportion of the UK’s surplus food and benefiting more communities across the UK.
FareShare recently published its manifesto, ‘Where’s The Food? Strengthening Communities Through Surplus Food Redistribution.’ The manifesto sets out a path for government, businesses, and charities to work together to turn an environmental problem into a social good.
The Senior Public Affairs and Research Officer will be critical in advancing FareShare’s policy agenda, as outlined in the manifesto. Working closely with the Public Affairs, Policy and Campaigns Consultant, you will lead efforts to engage influential stakeholders, create compelling content, and coordinate high-impact events. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence national policy and contribute to meaningful change in the food redistribution sector.
Key responsibilities
Stakeholder Engagement: Build and manage relationships with diverse stakeholders, including government bodies, media, and academia, to advance FareShare’s policy objectives.
Policy, Research, and Briefings: Develop in-depth policy knowledge and produce well-researched briefings and reports articulating FareShare’s policy goals. Identify opportunities for FareShare to feed into Government consultations and Select Committees.
Events: Support the planning and execution of public affairs events, including parliamentary engagements and engagement with industry conferences.
Person specification
About you
- Deeply passionate about politics and driven to create progressive change through political advocacy.
- A strategic thinker with the ability to navigate complex political landscapes.
- An intellectually curious person with the ability to understand and communicate complicated topics, with an eye for detail and nuance.
- A skilled writer, who is adept at producing excellent briefings and other written communications.
- A self-starter, who can work independently and does not need constant oversight and management.
- A diligent person with good organisational skills.
- A motivated and persistent individual who is willing to invest the time, effort and energy that is required to succeed in bringing about positive change in the world of policy and politics.
Experience
- You will have had two or more years of experience working in politics, policy or research for an MP, political party, government department, think tank, charity, agency, or similar organisation.
- You will have had extensive experience producing well-researched briefings, reports, and other written material.
- You will be used to dealing with senior stakeholders in a professional and organised manner.
Skills, knowledge, and abilities
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Well developed research and academic skills.
- Strong project management and organisational skills to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, meet deadlines, and manage priorities.
- A self-starter with the proven ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- A deep understanding of the UK political system.
- Experience in food policy, environmental policy, or social policy is highly desirable.
- Ability to understand data to support evidence-based policy recommendations
Values and behaviours
- Appreciation of FareShare’s mission and strategy.
- Flexible approach and ability to work collaboratively within a team.
- Proven ability to develop and maintain good working relations with internal and external audiences.
Benefits
- Hybrid / Flexible working, with regular UK travel
- 28 days’ annual leave + 8 bank holidays
- Employers pension contribution
- Employee Assistance Program
- Interest free bicycle purchase loan scheme
- Season ticket loan
Job Title: Marketing Membership Officer
Team: Supporter Experience & Engagement
Location: Hybrid (split between home-working and one of our offices - based in London, Cardiff or Edinburgh)
Hours:21 Hours per week
Salary on appointment: £14,742 - £16,216 per annum*
*This role sits within a pay grade with a pay range of FTE £24,570 to £27,027. The salary on appointment will be set at the lower end of the pay range, to a maximum of 10% above the base salary, depending on the candidate's skills and experience. This approach aims to ensure fair compensation for new hires while maintaining alignment with the structured pay scale for the role.
It’s an exciting time to join the Ramblers as we have recently refreshed our strategy to support the delivery of our long-term ambitions.
We need your drive, knowledge, skills, and creativity to help us raise awareness of the Ramblers and what we stand for, enabling the charity to grow its supporter base and open up the joys and wellbeing benefits of walking to many more people.
About us
The Ramblers is Britain’s walking charity. We open the way so everyone can enjoy the benefits of walking.
It’s easy to think everyone has the same opportunity to enjoy the outdoors. But look a little deeper and you’ll find lots of barriers standing in the way. So we’re continuing to fight for change. We campaign for the public’s right to enjoy the outdoors, protect paths, build skills and offer different ways to get out walking in nature.
Our programmes have a big impact in local communities: Ramblers Wellbeing Walks help people take the first step to a healthier happier lifestyle, and the Ramblers Out There Award gives young adults aged 18–26 the opportunity to kickstart their journey into the outdoors.
Through our refreshed strategy, we’ll build on this experience and grow our impact through activities that prioritise the needs of communities who have the least access and face the most barriers walking outside in nature.
Purpose of Role
The Membership Marketing Officer plays a critical role in supporting the Membership and Supporter Experience Team by providing administrative support as well as a bit of creative marketing flair. This is the perfect role for someone looking for their first step in recruiting and retaining supporters.
We're looking for someone with a passion for engaging and inspiring supporters. Enthusiasm is key.
This role involves handling administrative tasks, data management, and providing support for various multi-channel membership campaigns to help the Ramblers grow our supporter base and income.
If you think you’ve got what it takes to be our new Membership Marketing Officer, we’d love to hear from you.
Key responsibilities
- Support our key marketing projects including gift membership, private site, telemarketing, our annual member survey and renewal journey.
- Support the distribution and creation of promotional resources, regularly checking stock levels, and re-ordering or refreshing materials as needed, liaising with external suppliers such as print or mailing houses and delivering to budgets and deadline.
- Support the creation of e-communications, including emails to prospective members. This may include proofing content, sourcing images, checking data, building emails and reviewing content requests with support from the team.
- Provide regular impact communications and surprise and delight moments to our suppliers and fundraisers acting on our behalf
- Source inspirational stories from our walking groups and volunteers, to help support growth of our membership community.
- Check data from our Data Team and from our suppliers to ensure it is accurate and in the right format. Provide data as needed to suppliers.
- Co-ordinate across teams to ensure data is provided in a timely fashion
- Check data is lasered correctly on printed materials, raising any concerns appropriately with suppliers
- Coordinate call listening for our core calling programmes, liaising with our volunteers and providing summary of feedback to our suppliers.
- Handle inbound enquiries coming into the team, take simple actions from these enquiries, or escalate as appropriate
- Save relevant reports, track performance and report to the Head of Membership and Supporter Experience anything notable
- Send relevant reports and feedback to suppliers
- Update a weekly tracker sheet of performance across all channels
- Provide additional support as required in responding to Facebook comments on our acquisition adverts
Impact
- Enables the Ramblers’ to effectively manage our marketing efforts to recruit and retain members and supporters.
Other
- To undertake such other duties as may be reasonably required of the post holder by the Ramblers.
- Engage and proactively develop excellent working relationships across the organisation.
This job description will be reviewed in conjunction with the postholder to ensure successful delivery of our goals.
The Person
Knowledge, skills and experience
Knowledge
This section specifies the theoretical understanding or specific expertise needed for the role
- Understanding of basic marketing practices
- Some familiarity with data protection laws and confidentiality principles
Skills
This section details the specific abilities and competencies required to perform the job effectively:
- Strong administrative and organisational skills
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Able to handle multiple tasks and prioritise effectively
- Good communication skills and ability to liaise with internal and external stakeholders
Experience
This section specifies the practical, hands-on experience required for the role:
- Experience working in an administrative role (volunteer, work experience or job)
Desirable:
- Experience in working in membership or customer service roles
- Familiarity with CRM systems and/or excel
Personal Attributes
- A team player, able to develop collaborative, strong and effective working relationships
- Empathetic and patient, with a genuine desire to help supporters
- Positive and professional attitude
- Proactive and self-motivated with the ability to work independently
- Interest in walking and/or being an advocate for the outdoors and natural environment.
The Ramblers promote diversity and welcome applications from all section of the community.
Values and Behaviours
Our values are the core principles that guide us daily in our work and our membership of the Ramblers. We all share the passion that walking is for everyone and by living our shared values we can ensure the Ramblers is an organisation to be proud of. Our values will earn trust for the Ramblers brand which will allow us to open up a world of walking opportunities for even more people.
Inclusive – We make everyone feel welcome and part of the Ramblers community. We make sure we all feel respected and accepted and know our contributions make a difference in achieving our mission.
Inspiring – We strive to inspire people through the way we act and the things we say. We channel our passion and ambition so others are moved to help us achieve our mission.
Empowering – We empower and encourage each other to make a positive contribution to our teams and the Ramblers. We do all we can to make sure everyone has the ability, and feels confident, to take action.
Responsible – We take responsibility for ourselves and those around us seriously, by always acting in a safe and supportive way. We care about the environment and make sure we do what we say we will do.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Background
Chance to Shine is an independent children’s charity. We change young people’s lives through cricket giving them the opportunity to play, learn and develop through the sport. We keep them physically active, teach them vital skills like teamwork, communication and leadership. And above all, they have fun.
Since 2005 our Chance to Shine Schools programme has helped reverse the decline of cricket in state schools with millions of boys and girls in over 13,000 state schools playing and learning through cricket. Chance to Shine Street supports young people in under-served communities to access and benefit from cricket in a free, inclusive, fun and fast-paced tape ball environment.
Purpose of the Role
A key part of Chance to Shine’s Communications department, this role will have help to drive awareness of the charity – communicating our mission, vision and messages to key audiences.
Principal Responsibilities
The Communications Officer will support include the following areas:
- To offer support on a range of diverse projects and events to increase the profile and awareness of Chance to Shine
- To help with the planning, execution and analysis of communications and marketing campaigns throughout the year
- To help manage the Chance to Shine brand internally and externally – including both written and visual brand guidelines
- Supporting the Director of Communications and Digital and the Fundraising team with the activation of corporate and funding partners
- Assisting with media liaison and monitoring including but not limited to:
Ø Managing the media contacts database
Ø Monitoring and organising media coverage
Ø Pitching stories to local print, online and broadcast media
Ø Managing relationships with designated media outlets
- To lead the charity’s application process for internal and external awards
- To help develop the Chance to Shine ambassador scheme; maintaining relationships and organising visits
- Supporting the Director of Communications and Digital in the production of key publications and documentation
- Support public affairs activities, including drafting letters, preparing lobbying documents, sharing information, and raising awareness of the charity
- To drive content and media activations with key partners such as the England and Wales Cricket Board and the Chance to Shine delivery network
- To help carry out any other tasks as required
Key relationships
The job holder will liaise with:
· Chief Executive and the CTS senior management team
· The Chance to Shine delivery network
· National and regional media
· MPs and government
· Ambassadors and player agents
· Agencies and contractors
· Operations, Fundraising, Finance & Resources and Impact & Evaluation teams
Skills, knowledge & personal competencies
The job holder should be able to demonstrate the following:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent IT skills: knowledge and experience of using MS Office Excel, Word and Outlook
- Able to plan and prioritise and work under pressure
- Able to work on own initiative-confident/self-starter/finisher
- An effective and enthusiastic team player
- Willingness to learn with a can do attitude
Experience & qualifications
Essential:
· Track record of working across multiple projects, campaigns or media activations simultaneously
· Experience with developing and executing marketing calendars
· Experience of pitching stories to local and national media outlets
· Familiarity with media monitoring tools
· Familiarity with campaign analysis tools
· Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills
Desirable:
- Experience in managing relationships with ambassadors or high-profile individuals
· Knowledge of Westminster and Parliament processes
· Experience in using graphic design tools
· Full and clean UK driver’s license
Benefits
· 25 days annual leave pro rata (with additional non-contractual time at Christmas when the office is closed)
· 8% non-contributory employer pension
· Private medical healthcare
· Employee health cash-back plan
· Long-term sickness insurance
· Life assurance - four times your annual basic salary
· Season ticket loan scheme
· Flexible working
· Enhanced maternity/paternity pay
· Generous sick pay
· Volunteering 2 days per year
· OpenBlend - an innovative coaching and performance management tool
· WeCare - 24/7 UK-based online GP, mental health counselling, a get fit programme, legal and financial guidance
· Cycle 2 Work Scheme
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.