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We’re looking for an exceptional Executive Assistant to provide comprehensive and confidential support to our Chief Executive Officer and Board of Directors.

Executive Assistant to Chief Executive
Location: Birmingham, Bath Row, B15 1LZ
Salary: £47,798 per annum
Hours: Full Time, 35 hours per week
Contract Type: Permanent

The Role

As the right hand to our CEO, you’ll play a critical role in ensuring the smooth running of the Executive Office and supporting the Board’s administrative functions.

Responsibilities will include, but aren’t limited to:

• Provide high-level administrative support to the Chief Executive, including managing correspondence, reports, research, and confidential information with discretion.
• Act as the Chief Executive’s point of contact, handling inquiries, correspondence, and following up on actions.
• Manage the Chief Executive’s complex diary, ensuring meetings are well-prepared and organise related logistics, including venue bookings, hospitality and materials.
• Support the Chair and Non-Executive Board members with diary management, administrative tasks, and travel arrangements.
• Prepare briefing notes, agendas, minutes, and follow-up actions for Board and Executive meetings, supporting both the Chief Executive and Non-Executive Board members.

Our ideal candidate? You’ll be a seasoned Executive Assistant, qualified in Business Administration to HND equivalent level or above, and with considerable experience providing full support at the highest levels of an organisation. You’ll have excellent organisational and communication skills, capable of engaging with colleagues and external stakeholders with ease. With a high level of autonomy, you’ll demonstrate exceptional integrity, confidentiality, and the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.

You’ll be proactive, able to anticipate the needs of the Chief Executive, and adaptable to the fast-paced demands of the role. Previous experience working with Boards including preparing papers, report writing and servicing high-level meetings (including taking minutes) is essential. You’ll also have strong diary management skills, with the ability to plan ahead and handle multiple priorities.

Please be aware that the expectation is that you will work from our Birmingham Head Office a minimum of 4 days per week, with the remaining day worked remotely.

Who are Midland Heart? We’re one team working together for our tenants. A large, ambitious housing organisation providing people with an affordable place to call home. We value people from all walks of life and strive to create an inclusive environment where you can grow your career and make an impact. We expect a lot from our people, but in return, you’ll find a supportive and rewarding workplace where great people thrive.

Applications close at midnight on Sunday 1st December 2024.

Interested?

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

We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. Please feel free to contact us if you would like to discuss any adjustments you might need in order to be successful in this role.

No agencies please.

Executive Officer: Legal and Constitutional Practice

Location:  London (Hybrid)

Hybrid Working: Connexional Team staff based at Methodist Church House have a hybrid work pattern which is currently 3 days in the office.

The Vacancy

We are offering in interesting and varied opportunity to support the work of the Connexional Team and the wider Methodist Church in our Legal and Constitutional Practice team.

Working alongside the Conference Officer for Legal and Constitutional Practice and colleagues within the Legal and Constitutional Practice team, you will be providing executive support to the Law and Polity Committee, and working on operational and policy issues relating to Methodist constitutional, charity governance, trusts and property matters.

About You

We are looking for someone who wants to make a positive contribution to good charity governance, enjoys matters of detail, and is interested in supporting the work of the Church.

You will preferably have experience supporting governance bodies and working within a regulatory environment.

It is essential that you are experienced in producing reports for governance bodies, and taking minutes for them.  You will need to be able to assimilate new information quickly and keep abreast of rapidly changing legislation, situations and work themes.

We are a collaborative team and therefore welcome applications from those who wish to contribute to the work of the team in a positive and proactive way.

Our Culture, Values and Benefits

Thank you for considering joining our inclusive and welcoming team that strives for excellence and values employee wellbeing.

We value and support all those who join our team through a positive work-life balance augmented by generous annual leave (plus an extra 3 days over Christmas/New Year), TOIL, flexi-leave and an on-site Well-being Adviser service. We offer a generous occupational pension scheme, where the Methodist Church will pay double the employee contribution up to a maximum of 16% employer contribution.

The Methodist Church is an inclusive and supportive employer. We are actively committed to encouraging applications from people of all backgrounds. We welcome applications from people of Black, Asian and other Minority Ethnic groups. We also welcome applications from people living with disabilities.

Please note that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early. If you are interested, we encourage you to send us your application as soon as possible.

Closing date: Sunday 8 December 2024

Interview date: Friday 13 December 2024

Prospectus is delighted to be supporting our client in their search for a Quality Assurance Officer, responsible for undertaking verifications and assessments as part of an efficient and robust assessment process. This is a full time, permanent role offered remotely, or based in Wigston (Leicester).

Reporting to the Quality and Standards Business Partner, the Quality Assurance Officer will assess, audit and quality assure training providers with national standards and best practice guidelines to ensure that they are meeting the organisation's exacting standards. The post-holder will under-take moderation of papers, audits and quality checks, providing constrictive feedback to training providers in the form of written reports, and on occasion, verbally.

To be successful, you will have knowledge and experience of assessment, training and auditing principles, with an excellent level of attention to detail. You will have either a Level 3 Award in Understanding Principles and Practices of Assessment, and/or Level 3 qualification in Education and Training. You will have pragmatic and solution focused problem-solving skills, able to find innovation solutions. You be an excellent communicator, able to build relationships and provide an excellent level customer service.

As a specialist Recruitment Practice, we are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application.  
 
In order to apply please, submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will send you the full job description and will arrange for a call to brief you on the role.

Overall purpose of the job  

The River Engagement and Education Officer will become a valued member of our small, friendly, and highly dedicated Community Engagement and Education Team. In this role, you will help organise river-related activities aimed at inspiring individuals and empowering them to take action for their rivers. 

You will be actively involved in the catchment area, supporting volunteer initiatives, conducting school sessions, and assisting with community workshops. Your role will include facilitating enjoyable and memorable experiences through challenges, games, and experiments, allowing participants to explore their river environments and appreciate the benefits of being close to nature. 

Additionally, you will encourage individuals to develop new skills by engaging in conservation activities such as river clean-ups, citizen science water quality monitoring, and wildlife surveys. 

Please note that this position involves regulated activities with children, so the successful candidate will need to undergo an Enhanced DBS check prior to employment.

Travel and Schedule Requirements  

This position will be based at the home address of the appointed employee, with regular use of the Trust’s desk space in Bristol. The post holder will be required to travel frequently throughout the Bristol Avon catchment for meetings, site visits, community and school events, and more. A full, current UK driving license and daily access to a vehicle covered by business insurance are essential for this role. 

To minimise travel time and reduce carbon emissions, we prefer candidates who live within the catchment area. Mileage costs will be reimbursed. Additionally, this position may occasionally require working evenings, weekends, and public holidays to fulfil the responsibilities of the role. The Trust operates a time-off in lieu system. 

Role Purpose  

This role will be pivotal in the Trust’s expansion of its community engagement and education work packages – a key strand of the Trust’s 5-year strategy (coming soon).

The role will include the following aspects:

Community Engagement Activities  

Assist with delivery of our established community engagement programmes, including: 

• Assisting in the execution of practical conservation activities for volunteers, including litter picks, vegetation management, and tree planting. 

• Leading on written / graphic communications such as social media posts, website articles and press releases. 

• Training and supporting volunteers in citizen science monitoring, such as wildlife surveys and water quality testing. 

• Leading educational sessions for schools, including assemblies, in-class workshops, and site visits to the river. 

• Facilitating engaging workshops about rivers for families with young children. 

• Preparing equipment and learning resources for activities, ensuring all items are well-maintained. 

• Taking the initiative to expand your knowledge and develop skills relevant to the role. 

• Assisting in the collection of monitoring data to support progress assessments and end-of-project reports. 

Organisation and Teamwork  

• Serve as a dependable team member, contributing to high-quality volunteering and learning activities. 

• Manage your time effectively to travel to various locations within the catchment and dedicate time to independent work from home. 

• Develop skills in prioritising your workload to ensure tasks are completed within established deadlines. 

Partnership Working and Communication  

• Serve as a welcoming representative for Bristol Avon Rivers Trust, maintaining a professional demeanour. 

• Shadow colleagues to gain experience in effective communication and collaborative practices with key partners, including Wildlife Trusts, the Environment Agency, Natural England, and Local Authorities. 

• Attend meetings, events, and exhibitions, confidently engaging with diverse audiences, such as families, schools, volunteers, and community groups. 

Other Duties:  

• Furthermore, you will be a vital member of the Bristol Avon Rivers Trust team, contributing to the achievement of our strategic objectives. 

• Prioritise health, safety, and wellbeing by taking responsibility for yourself and being mindful of the needs of others, including participants, volunteers, and colleagues. 

• Foster a workplace culture that encourages staff to feel motivated to come to work, perform at their best, and feel comfortable being their authentic selves. 

Skills and Experience  

Essential  

• A strong passion for rivers, wildlife, and nature conservation. 

• Eager to acquire new skills and enhance your understanding of river conservation, volunteering, and engagement activities. 

• Capable of adhering to organisational policies, particularly regarding safeguarding and health and safety. 

• Enjoyment of practical, hands-on work and spending time outdoors. 

• Ability to work under own initiative 

• Willingness to actively participate in completing tasks. 

•  Excellent communication skills, verbally, visually and in writing, appropriate to location, audience and circumstance. 

• A highly effective and dependable team member. 

• Proficient in IT software, including email, MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and videoconferencing applications. 

• Ability to travel frequently to remote sites and work some evenings and weekends. 

• Possession of a full UK driving license, with access to a personal vehicle insured for business use. 

Desirable:  

• Experience in leading engaging and accessible learning activities in both indoor and outdoor settings. 

• Experience working with children and / or volunteers

• Practical experience with conservation initiatives, including habitat creation, woodland planting, and river engineering. 

• Proven experience in project monitoring, including the collection, analysis, and presentation of data. 

• Ability to clearly articulate the importance of nature to wellbeing through presentations and verbal or written methods 

General Notes 

• This position involves working from home with regular travel around the Bristol Avon Catchment. 

• There may be occasional requirements to work during evenings, weekends, and public holidays to fulfil the responsibilities of the role. 

• Physical fitness is essential, as the role may include full-day walkover surveys and river restoration activities in various weather conditions. 

• We expect you to perform your job duties with environmental awareness, minimising any potential damage to the environment. 

• Our goal is to ensure that all resources are used effectively and efficiently. 

• You will be expected to adhere to principles of “sound value for money” and follow procurement guidelines when purchasing goods and services.

Interested parties should submit a CV and a one page covering letter explaining why you would perform well in this role and what you could bring to BART. 

Interviews for this post will take place in the Bristol Avon catchment during w/c 16th December 2024.

Please note, due to limited resources you will only be contacted should you be successful in gaining an interview. We would like to thank you for your interest in this position. 

Thank you for your interest in applying for a role with the Bristol Avon Rivers Trust. 

Sightsavers is looking for a talented Programme Officer with experience of programme management within Onchocerciasis (Oncho) and Lymphatic Filariasis (LF) within an NGO environment.

Salary: Local terms and conditions apply

Location: Ghana, Accra

Contract: 2-year Fixed Term Contract

Hours: Standard office hours

We are looking for an exceptional Programme Officer who has experience of working within an INGO and programme management on Oncho and LF. You will work closely with partners and stakeholders to support the success of Sightsavers programmes including Reaching the Last Mile (RLM) and Eliminating LF in Africa (ELFA) as well as Neglected Tropical Diseased (NTDs) programmes within Ghana.

As Programme Officer NTDs, you be engaged with partners and stakeholder, providing support and ensuring deadlines are adhered to. You will support budgeting within programme delivery and provide all aspects of programmatic support to the ELFA and RLM programmes, including monitoring and evaluation, develop work plans and log frames and producing reports

To succeed in this role, you will need:

• Demonstrable working experience of programme management within Oncho) and Lymphatic Filariasis (LF) within an NGO environment
• Strong working experience of all aspects of project management in community development programmes
• Excellent Monitoring and Evaluation skills
• Good research skills
• Experience of budget development and use in programme implementation
• Experience of working with partners and stakeholders, including the Ghana Health Service
• Experience in neglected topical diseases elimination
• Experience in research and behaviour change communication
• Experience of Disease Management and Disability Inclusion (DMDI) is desirable
• Ability to travel nationally and internationally up to 8 weeks a year

This is a varied role, please read the full for further details.

Benefits

Sightsavers offers a reward package based on local pay, local contracts and local benefits and will not normally offer international contracts. Sightsavers is committed to investing in the training and development of its employees and offers a supportive work environment.

o apply for this exciting new opportunity, please complete an application via our recruitment portal. We anticipate that remote interviews will take place week commencing 9 December and the evaluation process will include a written task, demonstrating your data management and writing skills followed by a verbal interview.

Closing date: 27 November 2024

As an equal opportunity employer, we actively encourage applications from all sections of the community. Sightsavers is a Disability Confident Leader and qualified people with a disability are particularly encouraged to apply.

Sightsavers is an employer that does not tolerate any form of harassment and has zero tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse. All potential candidates will be subjected to rigorous background checks and controls.

In line with its commitment to safe programming and recruitment, Sightsavers participates in the inter-agency (MDS) administered by the . Through collaboration with other MDS members, Sightsavers aims to ensure that there are no sexual exploitation, abuse or harassment issues relating to potential new hires and that we can respond systematically to checks from fellow MDS members. This ensures our work is accountable, delivered to a high standard and supports safeguarding across the development and humanitarian fields.

Are you a ‘people person’ with a knack for building strong, collaborative relationships? Do you have excellent organisational skills, enabling you to balance lots of competing priorities?  Do you want to enable volunteers to have big impact on their communities? Then join Shelter as a Corporate Volunteering Officer and you could soon be playing a vital role in the fight for home.

About the role

Helping people to prepare for and manage financial health shocks is vital to Shelter’s work in preventing homelessness. As part of our efforts to reach vulnerable people earlier, our corporate volunteers are delivering Financial Health Information Sessions in their local communities, signposting people to the housing advice they need.

In this role, you will work closely with our financial corporate partners including First Direct, to engage with their employees and support them into the role of Financial Health Volunteer to increase the number of people volunteering.  Focusing on the Leeds area, you will forge relationships with local organisations to identify suitable host locations for the volunteers to deliver with. You will coordinate the sessions with the host locations, matching up volunteers with locations. You will ensure volunteers are motivated, supported to deliver, and feel connected with Shelter’s mission and valued for the part they play. Finally, you will take responsibility for collating feedback from the volunteers and host organisations, making suggestions for improvements and feeding into impact measurement.

About you

We are looking for someone with excellent interpersonal skills, confident and experienced with methods of communication and has strong organisational skills. Our assessment is based on the behaviours you are able to show us, so we welcome you to provide examples of your transferable skills.

Please see the Job Description for a full list of the About You points you’ll need to address in your cover letter.

Apply to be part of our team and be the change you want to see in society.

Benefits 

We offer a wide range of benefits, including 30 days of annual leave, enhanced family friendly policies, pension and interest free travel loans. Our employees also have access to a tenancy deposit loan, payroll giving, cycle to work scheme and an employee assistance programme.

Shelter helps millions of people every year struggling with bad housing or homelessness through our advice, support and legal services. And we campaign to make sure that, one day, no one will have to turn to us for help. We’re here so no one has to fight bad housing or homelessness on their own.

We are happy to talk about flexible working, personal growth, and to promote a workplace where you can be yourself and achieve success based only on your merit.

About the team

In the Volunteering Team we support the mobilisation of volunteers to deliver Shelter’s strategic priorities. We are a collaborative and supportive team sitting in Shelter’s Equity, Inclusion & Culture Directorate. We are passionate about the positive impacts of volunteering for both individuals and our cause.  We enable best practice approaches to volunteer involvement; ensuring all our volunteers have a quality volunteering experience.

In Corporate Volunteering we develop and deliver volunteering for our corporate partners, and volunteering plays an integral role in both maintaining and winning partnerships. We work closely with the Corporate Partnerships team, who are responsible for generating income through partnerships with corporate organisations. They are successful in winning and developing long-term, sector-leading partnerships with companies including HSBC UK, B&Q, and Network Rail across England and Scotland. Volunteering is an important part of partnerships, enabling us to increase our people power, bring new skills and experiences into Shelter and to increase understanding and support of our fight against the housing emergency. 

About Shelter

Home is a human right. It’s our foundation and where we thrive. Yet everyday millions of people are being devastated by the housing emergency.

We exist to defend the right to a safe home. Because home is everything.

We need ambitious, passionate people to join us. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve.

Our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. To win this fight, we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement. In all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, equitable and transparent. We are committed to combating racism both within and outside Shelter. We welcome you on our journey to becoming truly anti-racist.

Safeguarding statement

Safeguarding is everyone's business. Shelter is committed to protecting the health, wellbeing and human rights of those we support, and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. All our staff will be expected to observe professional standards of behaviour and conduct their work in line with our Safeguarding Policies. 

Shelter does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.

Hours: Full-time 35 hours per week 
Benefits: Read more about the excellent benefits we offer on our profile page
Travel: Travel will be required across the UK, approx. once to twice a month
Closing date: 23:59, Monday 9 December 2024

Join us and use your skills, knowledge, passion and energy to help us achieve a future free from arthritis. 

Are you passionate about improving the lives of people with arthritis? 

Are you experienced in promoting and marketing services. Are you good at building and developing relationships across different sectors? Do you have a good knowledge around using data to measure and demonstrate impact?  

The Health Development Team at Versus Arthritis are looking for an experienced officer to support their new MSK SKILLs programme of work supporting health and care professionals to provide better care for people with arthritis.

About the role

The Health Development Team works across the UK, delivering education and training courses, attending health and care conferences, supporting service improvement projects and developing resources to help provide health and care professionals with the skills, knowledge and information they need to improve outcomes for people with arthritis.  

As the MSK SKILLs Development Officer you will Support the Health Development team in developing and delivering a flexible, responsive and evidence-based education programme for health and care professionals. Through effective marketing and relationship building, promote the Advanced MSK SKILLs programme for health and care professionals and support the development of a health and care professional customer journey.

About you

If your knowledge, skills and experience include the following then we’d love to hear from you:

• Experience of developing and delivering communication plans to promote and effectively market a range of education and training products, with the ability to demonstrate impact.  
• Excellent communication skills with a range of key stakeholders in order to develop relationships. 
• Ability to promote a programme of activity through a range of different communication methods, e.g. social media, mailing platforms, including defining audiences, messaging, targets and timescales, delivered against the plan and budget and evaluating success.
• Ability to apply evaluation and impact measures to programme activity.
• Ability to embed and oversee data processes and meet the data requirements of the programme. 

*As a hybrid worker the expectation is that you will spend around 40% of your working time in our office spaces or working in community settings. As an inclusive employer we will consider home-based working for anyone where office-based hybrid working would be a barrier to being able to work for us, for example for someone living with a long-term health condition or disability.

Benefits

Your excellent benefits include:

• Flexible hours, environments and working practices to promote a healthy work/life balance.
• Health and wellbeing support – including the Employee Assistance Programme (free confidential 24/7 support with mental health, legal and financial queries).
• Simplyhealth cash plan.
• Supportive and inclusive culture, with a wide range of employee networks and support groups available to join.
• Learning and personal development opportunities.
• Competitive annual leave, with the option to buy/sell up to five days per year.
• Generous pension plan, with employer contribution of up to 10%.
• Life Assurance plan (4 x salary).

You must be based, and hold the right to work, in the UK to apply for this position.

Application deadline and shortlisting 

• We advise candidates to apply early as we reserve the right to close applications ahead of this date.  
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

We do not wish to receive contact from agencies or media sales. 

Interview

Interviews expected to be early January. 

As a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee you will be offered an interview if you disclose a disability and demonstrate sufficient evidence within your application that you meet the essential criteria for this role. We will also make any reasonable adjustments you may require for your interview.

About the Role

Are you passionate about leveraging the power of storytelling to make a difference? Join Make-A-Wish UK as a PR & Social Media Officer, where you’ll play an essential role in amplifying our mission of granting life-changing wishes to children with critical illnesses. Reporting to the PR Manager and working closely with the Social Media Manager, you’ll be instrumental in building our brand presence across media channels, nurturing community engagement on social platforms, and creating compelling content that resonates with audiences. Your role will involve managing day-to-day social media activities, supporting PR campaigns, creating captivating stories, and contributing to our high-impact events and partnerships.

Location & Contract: This is a full-time, 12-month fixed term role with a hybrid working model based in Reading, with travel required to our Reading hub at least twice a month and for UK events and activations.

About You

You’re a dynamic and creative communicator with a proven track record in PR and social media management, known for crafting and executing plans that enhance brand visibility and engage diverse audiences. Your proactive approach means you’re always seeking new opportunities for engagement, and you’re comfortable handling high-pressure situations, managing tight deadlines, and handling the unexpected with composure.

A natural team player, you thrive in collaborative environments, bringing a positive and solutions-focused mindset to every project. You excel in building media relationships, writing compelling press releases, and developing high-quality content that brings stories to life. Your empathy and respect make you an ideal representative for Make-A-Wish, as you interact compassionately with wish families and stakeholders alike. With flexibility and adaptability, you can pivot seamlessly between PR and social media responsibilities as needed.

Essential Criteria:

· Minimum three years of PR and/or social media experience, with expertise in content creation, media relations, and campaign management.

· Strong understanding of social media platforms, tools, and content scheduling software.

· Confident in PR outreach with a network of media contacts.

· Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

· Strong organizational skills with keen attention to detail.

· Ability to work collaboratively across teams and build external partnerships.

· Minimum GCSE-level education.

Desirable Criteria:

· Charity sector experience or familiarity with sensitive storytelling.

· Basic social media content editing skills.

At Make-A-Wish, we believe that agile working gives everyone an opportunity to have their own work pattern that suits their role and individual needs. We believe this is the most effective way to give our best to wish children and supporters, and as a result deliver our charitable mission in the most effective way; whilst ensuring we create a happy workplace.

The organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Relevant level of DBS check will be required for this role. Employment is subject to positive references and proof of the right to work in the UK.

Make-A-Wish is also committed to attracting and recruiting diverse people as it’s vital that we strive towards ensuring that our trustees, employees, ambassadors and volunteers reflect the communities we seek to serve.

Closing Date: Please submit your application via our jobs page by 24th November.

Location: London
Salary: Circa £105,000 + Attractive Benefits
Deadline for Applications: [9th December]

The Masonic Charitable Foundation (MCF), one of the UK's largest grant-making charities, is seeking a Group Finance Director to lead its financial operations. Funded entirely by Freemasons and their families, MCF’s mission is to build better lives by supporting individuals and communities in the areas of healthcare, education, and independence. Since its establishment in 2016, MCF has awarded over £150m in grants, impacting the lives of hundreds of thousands of people.

The new Group Finance Director will play a crucial role in overseeing MCF’s financial strategy, ensuring the charity’s long-term viability, and managing assets in excess of £400M. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead a skilled financial team and contribute to strategic decisions that impact MCF’s operations and charitable work.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Financial Leadership: Advising the Chief Executive and Board on financial strategy, ensuring comprehensive financial planning, accurate reporting, and compliance.
• Investment Management: Developing and managing MCF’s investment strategy, ensuring financial sustainability and growth.
• Relief Chest Operation: Overseeing the management of the Relief Chest, a key operation that handles charitable donations from Masonic units across the country.
• Team Leadership: Leading and developing the finance team, ensuring a high standard of financial management and operational efficiency.
• Board and Committee Engagement: Providing financial insight and reporting to the Finance Committee, Audit and Risk Committee, and Board of Trustees.

Experience and Skills

The successful candidate must be a professionally qualified accountant with significant post-qualification experience and a proven track record of contributing to financial strategy and decision-making at Board level, (ideally in the charity or not-for-profit sector). You will have robust Financial Management skills, experienced in overseeing financial operations within an SME organisation, balancing financial operations with a strategic outlook and the leadership skills to manage, inspire and influence your team and colleagues, promoting a culture of excellence and accountability. The post-holder will be an exceptional communicator, astute decision maker and capable of inspiring transformation in an organisation undergoing exciting change.

 Benefits

• Competitive salary (£105,000)
• 30 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Private medical insurance
• Generous pension scheme
• Life assurance and employee assistance programme
• Professional membership subscriptions and support for ongoing development

Why Join MCF?

The Masonic Charitable Foundation is a key player in improving lives and communities across the UK. By leading the financial direction of MCF, the Group Finance Director will be at the heart of an organisation dedicated to making a positive difference. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the charity's future and drive its strategic objectives forward.

How to Apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV along with a supporting statement (2-3 pages)

 Timeline

Application Deadline: 9th December

Shortlist: 8th January

1st Stage Interviews: 13th and 14th January (London Office)

2nd Stage: w/c 20th January (London Office)

Rainforest Foundation UK strives for a fairer and more sustainable world by working with Indigenous Peoples and other communities of the world’s rainforests. We’re seeking a Project Finance and Administrator to join our growing team working at the forefront of the fight against tropical deforestation, climate change and social injustice. Hardworking and with an attention to detail, you will work closely with project coordinators and local partner organisations in the Democratic Republic of Congo to deliver exciting new projects expanding community land rights, sustainable livelihoods and forest protection initiatives.  

About you

The ideal candidate should have demonstrable experience of providing financial and administrative support to projects within charity or international development settings. Proficiency in both English and French is essential, alongside experience a personal commitment to defending human rights. Additionally, you should have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to work under pressure in complex environments, including up to 12 weeks of travel per year to remote forest areas.  

For further details regarding the role and specific qualifications required, please consult the Job Description. 

We welcome all applicants and encourage those who believe they may not strictly meet all requirements to apply, demonstrating in their cover letter why they are the right fit for the role.

Job Title - Senior Programmes Officer

Contract - Permanent

Hours - 0.8 – 1 FTE. Flexible working options available including hybrid home/office working, part time, compressed hours etc

Salary - £32,000 - £34,000 FTE, dependant on experience

Location - Coram Campus

About Coram

Coram is committed to improving the lives of the UK’s most vulnerable children and young people.

We support children and young people from birth to independence, creating a change that lasts a lifetime.

Coram is the UK’s oldest children’s charity founded by Thomas Coram in London helping vulnerable children and young people since 1739. Today, the Coram group helps more than one million children, young people, families and professionals every year by providing access to the skills and opportunities they need to thrive.

About Coram Family and Childcare

Coram Family and Childcare works to make the UK a better place for families, focusing on childcare and early years to make a difference to families’ lives now and in the long term.

We are a leading voice on early education and childcare, carrying out research that aids understanding and drives change in early years and childcare policy. Every year, we publish our annual Childcare Survey and our Holiday Childcare Survey – the definitive reports on childcare costs and availability across Great Britain.

Our network of local Parent Champions schemes reaches thousands of parents each year, with dedicated local volunteers ensuring parents are aware of their rights and entitlements, improving children’s outcomes.

We deliver the National Association of Family Information Services (NAFIS) – the only national membership organisation supporting essential Family Information Service staff in local authorities to deliver high-quality information and advice to families.

We deliver responsive, family-focussed projects, often in partnership with other expert organisations, reaching some of the most disadvantaged families and levelling the playing field for disadvantaged children.

We are the Learning Partner for Childcare Works, supporting the rollout of the expansion of funded childcare, on behalf of the Department for Education.

About the role

This role provides the exciting opportunity to join Coram Family and Childcare in leading the Learning Partner programme within Childcare Works, supporting delivery of the expansion of funded childcare. The Senior Programmes Officer will work with project partners, local and central government officers, childcare providers and sector experts to help children and families get the best start in the crucial early years. They will oversee delivery of the Learning Partner function, which includes gathering learning and examples of best practice, creation of a range of resources, a bespoke website and external events and communications.

They will support the Learning and Research Officer to create insightful and engaging content including case studies, blogs, vodcasts, guides and templates, to facilitate delivery of the childcare expansion in early years and wraparound childcare.

As a key member of a small team, the role will support the development and implementation of strategies and plans, and contribute to the longer term development of sustainable and effective programmes.

We are seeking a confident professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, with experience managing complex projects with competing demands. The role would suit an adaptable, creative and organised individual who enjoys communicating with a range of audience and who relishes the chance to take the lead on areas of their work.

We are a small team who pride ourselves on being friendly, dedicated and supportive.

To apply for this role, please click on the 'apply now' button below to complete the application.

Closing Date: 6th December 2024 at 5pm

Interview Date: Week beginning 16th December 2024

Coram is an equal opportunities employer and we believe a diverse workforce enables us to improve the services to the children and families we help. We are genuinely committed to encouraging candidates from all sections of the community we seek to support. This includes those from global majority ethnic backgrounds, those that identify as LGBQT+, those with disabilities, those with lived experience of care, those with neuro-diversity, and those from other groups who are underrepresented at Coram.

If applicants feel comfortable, we would encourage them to draw on lived experience as well as professional experience in their personal statement as part of their application.

We are committed to the safeguarding of children and where appropriate will require the successful applicant to undertake a check from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Registered Charity No. 312278.

About Us: The Woodland Trust is the UK's leading woodland conservation charity and is dedicated to creating a world where trees and woods thrive for both people and nature. Our mission involves engaging and inspiring individuals to contribute toward tackling the nature and climate crisis through the protection, restoration, and creation of essential woodland habitats.

The Role: 

• This is a fixed term contract for 12 months to cover a secondment
• The Tree Procurement Officer will support the development and delivery of the Woodland Trust’s quality assurance scheme through the tree procurement policy
• Working closely with the Tree Procurement Lead and fulfilment teams to streamline extant tree procurement processes and effect the introduction of new systems to create a robust tree procurement and distribution mechanism.
• Assisting the Tree Procurement Lead in monitoring and evaluating stock capacity against agreed objectives and targets.
• Interacting with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders, advising requisitioners of tree procurement processes, ensuring compliance with procurement policies, managing expectations, and ensuring best practice.
• Ensuring relevant stakeholders are aware of external regulations in relation to tree health and guidelines enforced by Government bodies
• This role includes a mix of working from home and at our main office in Grantham, Lincolnshire for one or two days per month.
• There will also be occasionally travel to meetings, sites and supplier visits across the UK, with some overnight stays

The Candidate: 

• You have an attention to detail and enjoy collaborative working
• You’ll have outstanding organisational skills and be solutions focused with the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
• Strong communication skills are a must
• You'll be competent using IT systems, particularly Microsoft Office suite and ideally ERP systems
• A knowledge of procurement practices, including the fundamentals of tendering and contracts, would be an advantage.
• A knowledge of the forest nursery sector and plant health issues would also be an advantage, but not essential
• A full UK Driving Licence with the ability to travel across the UK is desirable

Benefits & Wellbeing: Joining our team means you'll be a big part of tackling environmental and climate issues. We take good care of our staff, offering support and training opportunities. We also offer:

• Enhanced Employer Pension
• Life Assurance
• Flexible & Hybrid Working Options
• Generous Annual Leave
• Enhanced Parental Pay
• Employee Assistance Programme

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: The Woodland Trust embraces diversity and inclusion. We want our team to reflect the UK's diverse community. We support people from all backgrounds to apply, especially those who are under-represented.

Application Advice: Even if you don't meet every requirement of the role, we would encourage you to apply. Your enthusiasm for the environment and our core values—Grow Together, Explore, Focus and Make it Count—are what matter most. We also keep our candidates’ personal details hidden from the hiring managers, and they do not see your CV until shortlisting is completed. Make sure that you answer the application questions to show your experience and passion for the role.

Apply Now: If you're ready to make a difference and grow with us, send in your application today. We might close the job opening early if we get a lot of applications, so it's a good idea to apply soon. We look forward to hearing from you and working together to make a positive impact on our planet.

Interviews will be held on Monday 16th and Wednesday 18th December via Microsoft Teams.

Sightsavers implements projects in over 30 countries in Africa and South Asia working to eliminate avoidable blindness and promote the rights of people with disabilities.

Title: Inclusive Design Research Officer

Location: Haywards Heath – Hybrid working

Contract: 12-month fixed term contract

Salary: £28,682 to £33,743 depending on experience

Responsibilities 

• Design Research: Conduct research on local cultural contexts, using resources like the Sightsavers image and design libraries, and validate findings with local teams.
• Desk Reviews: Review existing interventions and resources, gathering performance data and liaising with programme teams and colleagues.
• User Testing: Organise user testing sessions, plan and schedule activities, and create summary reports of feedback.
• Media Research: Research local media penetration to understand the landscape for effective communication with target audiences.
• Meeting Administration: Support meeting administration by taking notes and capturing outcomes to inform design research.
• Design Training: Assist in planning and coordinating inclusive design training sessions, preparing materials, and providing support.
• Supplier Mapping: Identify local production suppliers and creative agencies, and research sources for copywriting and translation of project materials.

This is a highly varied and involved role and the above is not an exhaustive list of duties or required professional skills. Please see the Job Description for full details.

Jobholder Requirements

Essential Skills:

• Demonstrable professional experience in design research, working with communications, service, or product designers.
• Excellent organisational and research skills.
• Ability to own your sphere of work and adopt a flexible, collaborative approach.
• Demonstrable sensitivity working cross-culturally and with different demographic groups.
• Excellent interpersonal skills: able to listen carefully, ask the right questions at the right time, and empathise and understand.
• Comfortable working to deadlines on multiple projects.
• A belief in the power of design and international development to make the world a better place.
• Understanding of and commitment to equality of opportunity for disabled people.

Desirable Skills:

• Lived or cultural experience in any of the countries where Sightsavers operates.
• Proficiency in additional languages such as French, Portuguese, Arabic, Swahili, or Yoruba.
• Understanding of inclusive design principles and accessibility standards.

Closing date: 1 December 2024

Next Steps

To apply for this exciting new opportunity, please complete an application via our recruitment portal. We are particularly interested in learning of your motivations for applying.

As an equal opportunity employer, we actively encourage applications from all sections of the community. Sightsavers is a Disability Confident Leader and qualified people living with a disability are particularly encouraged to apply.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, personable and servant-hearted person to be our new residential Housekeeper and Duty Officer. The successful applicant will carry out practical and administrative tasks relating to our Housekeeping and Conferences functions and provide out of hours Duty officer support (on a rota basis) for the resident student community and conference guests. In addition, they will supervise other staff working in the Conferences and Housekeeping department.

The appropriate person for the role will have strong communication skills, be a good team player and possess the ability to manage competing demands. Above all, the person must be committed to playing an active role in the life of our resident inter-cultural Christian community and ensure the highest standards of cleanliness and organisation in our College facilities.

All Nations Christian College is an intercultural Bible and Mission College whose purpose is to cultivate biblically rooted, hope-filled and culturally relevant engagement with God’s mission by training and equipping disciples of Jesus Christ in partnership with the global church.

Hours: Part time 30 hours Monday to Friday

Location: Residential on site at Easneye, Ware

Line Manager: Conferencing & Housekeeping Manager

Responsible for: Housekeeping & Duty Officer, (Conferences & Housekeeping Assistants and Casual staff in absence of Housekeeper & Duty Officer

Team: Operations

Salary: £23,900 pro rata per annum

Start date: 2nd January 2025

Benefits

§  Employer pension contributions of 8%. A salary sacrifice scheme option is also available.

§  Life Assurance of three times salary  

§  Employee Assistance Programme

§  30 days holiday per annum pro rata plus bank holidays (excluding the May bank holidays) plus the days the College is closed between Christmas and New Year.

§  Free, freshly prepared lunch at the College on your working days.

Working Conditions

Located at Easneye, Ware, Hertfordshire, UK.

Hours of work: This role will be part time (30 hours per week) Monday to Friday with some evenings and weekends required. Working hours at college are 8.40am - 5.10pm. However, a degree of flexibility is required in case of emergencies and to fit in with the arrival of guests and new students.

Holiday: 30 days per annum (pro rata) plus 6 of the 8 bank holidays when they fall on a normal working day.

Other information

Due to the nature of the role, it is a genuine occupational requirement that the post holder is a committed Christian and fully supports the objectives of the college.

All Nations Christian College is committed to safeguarding adults at risk, and children from abuse and neglect. We expect all staff who work with us to share this commitment and staff will be required to be checked with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS).

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.