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Director of Research, from £70,000 dependent on experience, London and remote.
Are you a professional research manager ready to make the transition to leadership or already leading a team and ready to grow professionally and extend your reach? If so, you could lead the Medical Research Foundation’s Research department as our Director of Research.
This is an exciting time to join us. We recently launched our new five-year organisational strategy Giving hope through life-changing medical research and you will be crucial in helping us to deliver on this and achieve our vision of a world where medical research improves health for everyone.
History has shown us, time and again, that the best way to achieve better human health is through medical research. Over the past 100 years, we have witnessed monumental advances in medical research. We know that by investing in medical research now, we will see life-saving advances in the future.
While the last century has brought huge improvements in the quality and longevity of life, there are still many health conditions which impose a heavy burden on millions of people, in the UK and around the world. And in many areas of health there is a severe lack of research funding, which is holding back the scientific progress needed to change lives. This is where we step in.
Our mission is to lay the foundations for ground-breaking new discoveries and life-changing advances. We give hope to people whose health conditions are overlooked, by supporting research in areas that are underfunded. We invest in the brightest and best researchers, ensuring the next generation of scientists can continue to solve the biggest challenges facing human health.
In the last five years alone, we have invested over £25 million into life-changing medical research, focusing on areas that have historically been overlooked and underfunded. But there is still much more to do.
Looking ahead, we know that nine million people in England alone will be living with a major illness by 2040 – that’s 2.5 million more than in 2019, an increase of 37%. We will use our unique position, as a broad funder of medical research, to respond to these challenges and fund research in ways that will have the biggest possible impact on people’s lives.
We are broad and ambitious medical research funder and we operate to the highest professional standards. You will lead a department that funds research across the whole research spectrum from discovery to translation, and in a diverse range of priority areas including children and young people’s health, neglected mental health conditions and the impact of climate change on health. Visit our website to find out about our strategy to 2029: Giving hope through life-changing medical research.
As Director of Research, you will work closely with our CEO and will be responsible for:
- horizon scanning and landscape reviews to deliver our research strategy and ensure its continued relevance.
- research funding competitions to deliver at least £5m new research per annum.
- ongoing grant management of a £30m grant portfolio.
- reviewing and creating funding schemes to address unmet need.
- our framework for impact evaluation.
- wider development of the charity through membership of our Executive Leadership Team.
We are looking for candidates with:
- significant experience working in a biomedical sciences research/funding environment.
- significant experience of research funding competitions, peer review, and grant management.
- experience of the evaluation of research outputs and impact.
- experience of motivating and managing a team.
- excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to evidence relationship building with senior stakeholders and acting as an organisational representative.
- a PhD in biomedical sciences or a degree in biological sciences (or equivalent experience) with extensive experience working in a biomedical sciences funding environment.
Our offer
- from £70,000 for full-time 36 hour week; willing to consider part-time (min. 0.8 FTE)
- 30 days of annual leave per year plus bank holidays (some of which can be used flexibly)
- 10% maximum employer contribution
- Life insurance at four times salary
- Enhanced family-related leave and sickness leave
- Learning and development programmes and external training opportunities
- Generous additional benefits including regular team lunches, annual health assessments and optional social programme
- The opportunity to join a dedicated team making a difference to human health
Our team is proud to work for the Medical Research Foundation. We are ambitious for the organisation and for ourselves. We are approachable - providing advice to everyone and explaining our work. We are dedicated and committed to achieving the most for our donors and our researchers. And we are involved – constantly looking for new ways to engage and improve.
We value spending time working in-person to develop strong connections with each other and with our mission, and you will be based at our bright, plant-filled central London office for a minimum of three days a week, with the option to work remotely for the remainder.
Closing date: 09:00 Wednesday 11 December 2024
In person interviews: January 2025
Visit our website for further information and details of how to apply.
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We're looking for an enthusiastic team-player with excellent administration and communication skills with a passion for customer service.
This is an exciting role in a newly formed team dedicated to raising the bar of operational excellence at Stewardship. You will play a crucial role in bringing exceptional operational efficiency by ensuring gift aid, compliance and other internal customer processes work smoothly. You'll resolve queries and provide outstanding support to Stewardship customers.
As a result of our Christian ethos, this post is covered by an Occupational Requirement (OR) under Part 1 of Schedule 9 to the Equality Act 2010. The successful applicant will be expected to be a practising Christian and to clearly demonstrate a personal commitment to the mission, principles, values and practices contained in our Ethos Statement, by:
· Active membership of local church congregation.
An understanding of the faith aspects of the work of Christian charities, including the preparedness to pray with colleagues, where appropriate.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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At IAM RoadSmart we make better drivers and riders. As the UK’s largest independent road safety charity, formed in 1956, we’ve spent more than 60 years making our roads safer by improving driver and rider skills through coaching and education.
Our qualified experts, our network of over 70,000 members and 164 local groups are our lifeblood. They champion our cause and help drive our vision – to be the best, most recognised provider of coaching and advice for all post-licence drivers and riders, and to help make our roads safer for all.
About the Role
We are seeking an ambitious and experienced Individual Giving Manager to lead and grow our individual giving programme. This is a new and vital role in our fundraising team, focusing on creating and delivering strategies to increase unrestricted income from individual donors through appeals, regular giving, legacies, and digital campaigns.
You will have the opportunity to work on innovative campaigns, such as our upcoming 70th anniversary celebrations, and play a key role in developing relationships with our 70,000 members and beyond. This role is perfect for someone who is creative, data-driven, and passionate about making a difference.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement a strategy to grow individual giving income, including appeals, regular giving, and legacy programmes.
- Plan and deliver engaging fundraising campaigns and communications to attract and retain supporters.
- Manage donor journeys and segmentation to ensure a personal and effective approach to supporter engagement.
- Work collaboratively with our marketing and membership teams to maximise fundraising opportunities across our existing supporter base.
- Analyse and report on performance, ensuring campaigns are data-driven and deliver measurable results.
- Keep up to date with sector trends and best practices to ensure our fundraising remains innovative and compliant.
About You
We are seeking a proactive and creative individual with proven experience in individual giving, legacy fundraising, or a related field, ideally within a charity setting. You will have a strong understanding of direct marketing techniques and donor journey development, excellent communication skills to craft compelling fundraising messages, and experience using CRM systems to manage and analyse donor data. With a results-driven mindset and strong analytical skills, you’ll share our passion for road safety and making a positive impact through fundraising.
IAM RoadSmart are an equal opportunities employer.
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Role Overview:
The Talent Set is delighted to be working with an amazing charity as they search for a Project Manager to support them for an exciting 2-year FTC.
You will work with a range of partners—corporate sponsors, artists, community groups, and schools—to ensure the trail’s success, culminating in a major auction. Strong relationship-building, local knowledge, and excellent communication skills are essential. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact while shaping a high-profile, community-focused event.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and manage the project plan, ensuring all deadlines and milestones are met.
- Oversee a diverse event programme, driving cultural, community, and corporate engagement throughout the project.
- Lead the project from concept through to completion, handling corporate engagement, event planning, delivery, and wrap-up.
- Procure and manage suppliers for event planning, installation, digital assets, and auction processes.
- Collaborate with fundraising and retail teams to identify and develop income generation opportunities.
- Create and maintain project management frameworks, monitor the budget, and report on progress to stakeholders.
- Coordinate all aspects of event planning, including administration, bookings, and the event programme for sponsors, partners, schools, and artists.
- Recruit, train, and manage volunteers, ensuring effective support throughout the event.
- Foster staff involvement and buy-in across the organisation, ensuring broad support for the project.
- Manage the installation and maintenance of sculptures, working with businesses, sponsors, and local authorities to ensure their upkeep.
- Address and resolve any challenges, ensuring health and safety and logistical issues are handled promptly.
- Provide operational oversight, ensuring the project is delivered on time and within budget, with a focus on problem-solving and smooth execution.
Person Specification:
- Proven experience in managing large-scale projects, with deep expertise in delivering successful outcomes.
- Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to represent the organisation at all levels, including pitching and presenting.
- Strong relationship-building and negotiation skills, with experience managing budgets effectively.
- Experience in working with corporates, high-net-worth individuals, and senior staff, building and nurturing high-level relationships.
- Solid understanding of the organisation and not-for-profit sectors.
- Excellent report writing, communication, and evaluation skills.
- Strong budget management experience, with a solid understanding of cash flow management.
- Hands-on, solution-oriented approach with a willingness to tackle logistical challenges.
- In-depth knowledge of the local corporate, education, and community sectors, including religious and cultural groups.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to motivate and lead a team.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Outlook, web and social media communications, and CRM databases.
- Strategic thinking, with an ability to plan and deliver targets efficiently.
- Experience in marketing communications.
- Ability to handle complexity and day-to-day demands while maintaining personal well-being.
- Access to own vehicle, a valid driving license, and insurance for business use.
What’s On Offer:
- A competitive salary of £40,000 for the successful candidate.
- A fab 2-year fixed term contract, working on a unique and exciting project.
- Flexible working pattern with just 2-3 days per-week working across Kent.
Commitment to Diversity:
The Talent Set and our partner charity are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, sexual orientation, disability, age, or gender. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.
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About Us
STAND, formerly known as Legs4Africa, is dedicated to enabling individuals with limb differences in sub-Saharan Africa to live independently and thrive within their communities. We ensure access to high-quality prosthetic limbs and holistic rehabilitation services, empowering people to regain their mobility and dignity. At STAND, we envision a world where everyone, regardless of their circumstances, has the opportunity to lead a full and active life.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced Trusts and Grants Manager to lead and expand our income from trusts, foundations, and grantmakers. This role is pivotal for advancing our mission and will involve developing and managing a portfolio of restricted donors, researching new funding opportunities, and crafting compelling proposals. While the focus is on trusts and foundations, experience with corporate and institutional funding is desirable. You will collaborate closely with the Director, finance team, and project managers to shape competitive, impactful funding proposals and work in parallel with the Supporter Engagement Manager to develop and implement a fundraising strategy that aligns with the organisation’s overall fundraising goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Donor Management: Take primary responsibility for a portfolio of existing trust donors, providing consistent stewardship and relationship management to ensure ongoing support, including both lower-value and potential high-impact donors.
- Research and Strategy: Conduct targeted research on new trust and foundation prospects, Co-develop a fundraising strategy and plans to approach and engage them based on donor capacity and interest.
- Database Management: Work with internal stakeholders to streamline the donor database for efficient tracking and reporting, ensuring accurate documentation of all interactions, proposals, and updates.
- Collaborative Communication: Partner with colleagues in Communications, Public Fundraising, and Individual Giving to coordinate donor communications for specific appeals or program updates, aligning messaging to enhance engagement.
- Proposal Development: Coordinate with project managers and the Director to prepare timely and impactful funding proposals tailored to trust and foundation requirements, leveraging program data and impact narratives.
- Financial Oversight: Oversee budget tracking and financial reporting for trust and foundation grants, ensuring accurate fund allocation, compliance with donor requirements, and timely submission of financial reports.
- Income Targets: Take an active role in meeting and exceeding annual income targets by developing strategies to maximise trust and foundation funding, regularly assessing progress and reporting to senior management.
- Record Maintenance: Maintain accurate, up-to-date records of donor interactions, grants, and proposals within the organisation’s database, ensuring compliance with data protection standards.
Essential Skills and Experience
- Demonstrated success in securing restricted funding grants, with a focus on trusts and foundations in the healthcare or international development sectors (desirable but not required).
- Proven track record of managing a portfolio of funders, developing successful proposals, and coordinating across teams to meet ambitious income targets.
- Ability to conceptualise and craft clear, compelling proposals that effectively communicate our impact and program needs.
- Collaborative and approachable style, with the ability to cultivate relationships at all levels and provide clear, concise communication.
- Experience managing systems and processes, including CRM/GRM systems (such as Donorfy), and strong reporting skills.
Desirable Skills
- Experience in managing grant budgets and ensuring compliance with both internal policies and donor regulations.
- Skilled in scrutinising financial reports and liaising with project and finance teams to track expenditures and maintain accountability.
- Experience managing donor compliance for a range of donors with varying requirements.
- A passion for healthcare development and international development, with an understanding of trends in the sector.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in international development, healthcare, public health, or a related field.
What We Offer
- A 4-day work week promoting a healthy work-life balance
- An inclusive, collaborative, and creative work environment.
- 5% employer pension contribution
- 5-week holiday allowance per year
- Flexible working hours
- Training opportunities available
- The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with limb differences in sub-Saharan Africa.
- Professional development and growth within a purpose-driven organisation.
Remote Work & Travel
This role offers remote work flexibility, with occasional travel required. Quarterly visits to Bristol and an annual trip to one of our project countries will be expected.
Key Metrics for Success
- Annual Income Growth from Trusts and Foundations
- Retention and Stewardship of Existing Donors:
- New Funding Acquisition
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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A fantastic opportunity has arisen within our award winning fundraising team, to join us as a Regional Fundraiser.
At Birmingham Women’s and Children’s Hospital Charity, we believe there’s always more we can do for our sick kids and woman, and that’s why we will always strive to do more for our patients and families. It’s our mission to raise the vital funds needed to make a real difference to all who use our hospitals, and to make our hospital feel just like home.
We’re looking for an ambitious, experienced, target driven relationship fundraiser to join our fast paced team. You will have experience of proactively seeking new relationships and partnerships and the ability to develop sustainable, long term relationships with donors, staff, partners and volunteers.
To be successful in this role you will:
- Have previous experience in income generation and lead and inspiring networks in order to generate long term income and awareness for the charity
- Be self-motivated, independent, and target-driven
- Possess a natural confidence in talking to people and encouraging their support.
- Have excellent communication and relationship building skills - be friendly, approachable, inspiring and engaging
- Full clean driving license, with access to a car
What we offer:
The Charity is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.
- Flexible and hybrid working to support work-life balance
- Generous annual leave entitlement with additional leave for long service
- Enhanced sick pay
- Enhanced Maternity Pay
- Free flu jabs
- Cycle to work scheme
- Charity events throughout the year
- Employer enhanced auto-enrolment pension scheme with 8% employer contribution
- Ongoing commitment to education and professional development
Successful candidates will have access to vulnerable beneficiaries and will therefore require an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
If you think you have the qualities we are looking for and the desire to contribute, please download the Job Description and Person Specification and then send us a CV and covering letter explaining how you meet the criteria for the role and making clear why you would like to be considered for it.
The closing date for applications is Thursday 28th November with interview dates being held on the week beginning 2nd December at our Head Office - 5 Rowchester Court, Whittal Street, Birmingham B4 6DH.
Please let us know why you would like the role and why you would like to work for our Charity.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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BRIGHT FUTURES UK
Position: Fundraising Assistant
About Bright Futures UK
Bright Futures UK supports young individuals aged 5-24 facing long-term illnesses by filling their educational gaps and fostering personal growth. Through customized programs like one-on-one tutoring, befriending, mentoring, and skill-based workshops, we empower these young people to reach their full potential despite their medical challenges. We're committed to their academic, social, and emotional development, supported by our skilled and compassionate team. Help us make a lasting difference in the lives of these deserving individuals.
Role Overview
As a Fundraising Assistant, you'll play a key role in shaping and implementing our fundraising strategies. Working closely with the CEO and other executives, you'll engage in various fundraising activities and take on initiatives that drive our mission forward. This position is an excellent opportunity for professional growth within a dynamic and rapidly expanding organization.
Who We Are Looking For
We seek a proactive, organized, and approachable individual who is passionate about making a significant impact:
- Proven Experience: You have a solid background in fundraising or customer care.
- Relationship Building: You excel at forming lasting relationships quickly and effectively.
- Project Management Skills: You are organized, meet deadlines, and manage projects with high attention to detail.
- Independence: You are self-motivated and thrive in managing your responsibilities without constant oversight.
- Communication Skills: You possess outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
- Flexibility and Commitment: You're adaptable and ready to work outside regular hours when needed.
- Mission-Driven: You share our commitment to supporting young people with long-term illnesses.
Key Responsibilities
- Database Management: Ensure the accuracy and accessibility of our supporter records.
- Research and prospecting: Work with the CEO to research, prospect and prioritize potential funding opportunities.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Strengthen relationships with stakeholders to enhance our support network.
- Supporter Materials: Provide supporters with the materials they need for successful fundraising.
- Communications: Create compelling messages tailored to various audiences, maintaining data accuracy.
- Event Support: Help manage and deliver events with a focus on supporter experience and maximising fundraising.
- Administrative Duties: Support our operations through effective administrative management.
- Strategy Implementation: Assist in executing strategies under the guidance of the CEO to advance our mission.
- Develop a personal voice: have a voice on social media platforms where you can promote fundraising objectives and nurture opportunities.
What You’ll Love About Us
- Impactful Work: See the tangible impact of your work on the lives of young people.
- Growth Potential: As part of a small, dynamic team, your influence on our growth and operations is substantial.
- Flexible Working: We champion a healthy work/life balance with options for remote work, reduced hours, and flexible schedules.
- Professional Development: We invest in your growth through paid training and support further education.
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Ready to make a difference? Join us in transforming the futures of young people facing medical challenges. Your journey with us will be rewarding, impactful, and filled with opportunities to grow.
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Job Description
Fuel is looking for a skilled and proactive Senior Fundraiser to join the team. The new Senior Fundraiser will join at an exciting time in the company's 20th year and will be able to make their mark engaging supporters and securing funds for our core operation and artistic programme. The right person will embody the company's core values of curiosity, trust, learning, representation, sustainability and creativity.
We are an equal opportunities employer, and we encourage applications from all suitably qualified persons, regardless of race, sex, disability, sexual orientation, religion/belief or age. We actively welcome applications from those currently under-represented in the arts sector. Candidates can be based anywhere in the UK.
Your line manager will be: Executive Director
You will also have close working relationships with the Artistic Director & CEO and the Producing team.
Key roles and responsibilities are grouped into these areas:
- Strategic Planning and Implementation
- Fundraising (T&Fs and Statutory)
- Individuals & Sponsors
- General
Fuel is interested in and keen to support ongoing professional development and will work closely with the post-holder to ensure that their needs in this area are met. Fuel offers a training budget and mentoring support.
Job Requirements
Experience and Skills
Essential
- Proven experience of creating and delivering effective fundraising campaigns and achieving fundraising targets.
- Proven experience of securing significant/multi-year grants from Trusts & Foundations.
- Proven experience of stewarding and securing gifts from Individuals and Sponsors.
- Experience of Arts Council England grant funding and reporting.
- Experience of running digital fundraising campaigns.
- Experience of managing a donor database.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, including the ability to draft a compelling case for support.
- Proven experience of managing evaluation and reporting processes for funders.
- Excellent relationship building skills, including the ability to work with a wide range of people from varied backgrounds.
- Attention to detail and ability to work to deadlines.
- An understanding and a passion for contemporary theatre.
Please see our full job pack for the 'Desired Experience and Skills' section.
Job Responsibilities
1. Strategic Planning and Implementation
- Together with the Executive Director and Artistic Director/CEO drive Fuel's fundraising capacity at the highest level, ensuring strong stewardship of Fuel's fundraising targets, plans and potentials;
- Work with the Executive Director and Artistic Director/ CEO to devise and implement funding strategies for supporting Fuel's core operation and ongoing programme;
- Proactively contribute to strategic planning, particularly with respect to fundraising opportunities and challenges.
2. Fundraising (T&Fs and Statutory)
- Research potential funders from all appropriate sources and sectors
- Write and compile appropriate solicitation plans, supporting materials, and draft bids, prior to presenting requests for funding (including applications, proposals and one-to-one requests)
For additional responsibilities listed in the 'T&Fs and Statutory' section and for the 'Individuals & Sponsors' and 'General' sections, please see our full job pack.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job Title: Children, Young People and Family Activity Officer
Reports to: Children, Young People and Family Activity
Programme Manager
Part-time: 2 positions available at 14.8 hours each (0.4 FTE)
Location: Hybrid – London and working from home
Salary: £10,658.96 per annum, actual (FTE 26,647.40)
Are you interested in working for an organisation making a real difference to the lives of young blind and partially sighted people?
Here at the Royal Society for Blind Children we believe that every blind and partially sighted young person should have the chance to live life without limits. Our values of Trust, Energy, Ambition, and Motivation underpin everything we do, and by giving young people the essential skills to take control of their life, they can unleash their true potential.
We are seeking 2 part-time Children, young people & family activity officers that can provide engaging, fun and valuable activities that bring children, young people and their families together both in person and online.
No two days look the same in the Activity Programme Team. You might be running an online peer support session one afternoon, taking children and young people out bowling in the school holidays, running a Family Fun Day at our Life Without Limits Centre or taking part in our residential visits twice a year. You’ll also be conducting meetings with colleagues to plan for activities, and ensuring our database is up to date is essential.
The most important asset you can bring to this role is a “can do” attitude and enthusiasm, alongside a strong team work ethic. A commitment to quality is vital as RSBC strive to provide high quality activities for our beneficiaries.
Experience in working with children, young people and/or families would be an advantage, as well as an understanding of supporting children with disabilities.
The key responsibilities within this role are:
· Design, plan and deliver a wide range of high-quality activities for vision impaired children and young people and their families
· Support vision impaired young people with goal setting and achieving their desired outcomes.
· Support the recruitment of vision impaired children, young people and families to activities so they can benefit from RSBC services.
· Link with existing and potential external referral sources to promote RSBC activities and services and encourage children, young people and families to engage.
· Organise inclusive activities led by children, young people and family’s wishes and needs, that ensure building independent skills, confidence and well-being and encourage them to connect with others.
Flexibility is vital for these part time roles with some evening working, and weekends to fit with the needs of children, young people and their families.
In return we offer a competitive range of benefits including a generous annual leave allowance of 28 days (rising to 29 days after 3 years’ service) + bank holidays, Employee Assistance Programme, Perkbox, flexible working opportunities, 3% contribution towards pension, and season ticket loan. We are a welcoming, diverse and inclusive workforce and are a Disability Confident Employer. We also hold the Investors in People Silver Award.
For further details on the role, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification.
Please apply by emailing your CV and a supporting statement which details how you meet the requirements of the role and person spec
Closing date: on Monday 9th December 9am
Interview: week beginning 16th December 2024
To apply you will need to have the right to work in the UK
The Society is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Therefore, all posts are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check from the Disclosure and Barring Service and 2 satisfactory professional references. Registered Charity No.307892
Please ensure you have right to work in the UK as we do not provide sponsorships
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About the BSAVA:
The BSAVA is a professional membership association which exists to pioneer a sustainable future for our members and the wider profession. With a membership of more than 10,000 veterinary surgeons, vet nurses and students, we rely on over 300 volunteers to help us achieve our mission. Volunteers provide an essential connection to subject matter expertise as well as to the members who benefit from the products and services we develop to help them thrive as professionals. Each year BSAVA volunteers work with us to continuously improve and innovate the numerous education courses, events, and publications we deliver to help them and their peers succeed.
The role:
The British Small Animal Veterinary Association (BSAVA), based near Gloucester with hybrid working, has a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Volunteers Manager to lead a progressive and inclusive volunteer culture within BSAVA. This role is central to ensuring best practices in volunteer management and enhancing the volunteer experience. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in volunteer management, an understanding of equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI), and the ability to inspire a thriving volunteer community that supports BSAVA's values and strategic goals.
If you are a proactive, empathetic, and organised individual with a passion for volunteer management and a desire to make a difference in the veterinary profession, we would love to hear from you.
Skills and experience:
The successful candidate will have an HR qualification or equivalent experience and be able to demonstrate experience of managing volunteers either through projects or committees.
We are looking for excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and able to manage competing priorities. The individual must be empathetic and able to engage a diverse range of people, not only inspiring them but motivating them to want to get involved. Experience of community building, either online or in person would be of benefit. The right person will be flexible and take a non-judgemental, solution orientated approach.
Other essential skills include:
· Excellent IT skills including Microsoft Office
· The ability to work proactively, using your own initiative to accomplish a variety of tasks
· A flexible approach to work
· High attention to detail
· Exceptional organisational and time management skills
· The ability to work effectively within a team
This post reports to the CEO.
We offer:
· Generous employer pension contributions starting at 7% and increasing to 10% with length of service
· Holiday starting at 25 days (plus bank holidays) rising by 1 day each year up to 28 days, plus a further entitlement of an additional one day every 5 years of service.
· Bupa dental plan.
· Enhanced pay for maternity, paternity, adoption and other family-related leave.
· Life assurance of 3 x annual salary.
· Support for hybrid working for our employees, meaning you can work at home for up to two days a week and we also have a comprehensive Flexible Working Policy.
· Access to a free legal helpline where you can ask our specialist lawyers for legal advice on an array of topics.
· Health and wellbeing support, including an Employee Assistance Programme, available 24/7 365 days and a network of mental health first aiders. Plus, enhanced Company sick pay, access to private medical insurance upon completion of 12 months’ service, occupational health service and annual flu vaccinations.
· Training and development.
· Free onsite parking, and for those who wish to cycle, we offer a cycle to work scheme which provides a discounted purchase of a bicycle and accessories for healthy, low carbon travel.
· Last but by no means least, we have regular social activities and events for those who wish to join!
And we are:
Community friendly – offering paid leave to volunteer for a charity or not for profit organisation.
Committed to supporting sustainability in our work and in the veterinary profession. The Association has completed a certified carbon audit and has been awarded Silver accreditation with Investors in the Environment.
So, if you are bold and innovative, strive for excellence whilst taking ownership and accountability of your work, show passion for what you do and work effectively in a team – then you’ll be a great fit for the Association, and we would love to hear from you.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Who we are looking for
Ygam is seeking an experienced trusts and foundations fundraiser, or individual with transferable skills, to join our tight-knit and ambitious team. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to use your communication skills and initiative to manage and develop a pipeline of trusts and foundations income, spotting. fundraising opportunities and developing relationships with potential donors. By writing proposals and managing a calendar of applications to trusts and foundations, you will not only hone your communication skills, bid writing experience, and administrative abilities, but also make a tangible impact on our mission to Safeguard our Digital Generation.
You will:
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manage and grow a portfolio of small to medium trusts and foundations, increasing income by identifying new prospects and through the stewardship of existing donors.
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write high quality applications and communicate accurately and transparently on the progress made with donors’ funds.
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work with our programme experts to develop expertise in key programme areas and build your knowledge of Ygam’s work.
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support with applications and reports to large funders, corporates and other associated fundraising activity.
The ideal candidate will be motivated, professional, and organised, with a knack for research. This role suits an ambitious self-starter with excellent IT, research, communication, writing and administration skills. We are looking for someone who believes in Ygam’s mission and is excited to collaboratively shape and develop our fundraising work
Main Role & Responsibilities
The overall purpose of this role is to support the Head of Fundraising in establishing a robust trusts and foundations income stream as part of Ygam’s new Income Generation strategy, which underpins the organisation’s ambitious aims and objectives. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in diversifying our range of income streams to ensure financial health for the future of the charity, underpinned by sustainable and ethical fundraising models.
You will have the chance to work with a diverse range of organisations, including trusts and foundations. By developing and maintaining a calendar of applications, submitting compelling applications and managing successful grants, you will gain invaluable experience in strategic fund development. You will also play a key role in developing cases for support and building relationships with funders to strengthen the chance of bid success in both the short and medium term.
Join us in this pivotal role and be part of a mission-driven team dedicated to making a difference. Your contributions will bolster our fundraising efforts and advance our mission in meaningful ways.
Please submit your CV and a covering letter (maximum of two sides) via Charity Jobs by 12:00pm on Sunday 8th December 2024.
Your covering letter should include:
• Your motivations for applying to Ygam.
• How you meet the Person Specification.
• How this role fits into your wider career plans.
• Any experience (professional, voluntary, lived, or other) relevant to this role in line with the criteria outlined in the person specification
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Barnet Mencap has been helping people with learning disabilities and/or autistic adults in the London Borough of Barnet for over 50 years. We provide supported accommodation, leisure and learning activities, information, advice, and guidance, and so much more. All while being committed to equal opportunities and the safeguarding of children and adults.
We know job satisfaction, flexibility, work/life balance, and a great team are incredibly important. So, at Barnet Mencap, in addition to offering 30 days of annual leave per year (including Bank Holidays), we have a TOIL system to allow flexible working. There will need to be some face-to-face work, but there will also be opportunities to work from home and/or have different working patterns as agreed by your manager. Travel expenses can be claimed, at the agreed rate, for journeys that are necessary in the course of your work; and claims for additional expenses will be reimbursed in accordance with our expenses policy. We also have auto-enrolment into a pension scheme with employer contributions in place, and all staff qualify for schemes like the Blue Light card.
We are looking for a focused individual to join our caring, passionate, and diverse team in supporting adults with moderate learning disabilities and autistic adults to live independently in housing situations of their choice. This role gives challenge and satisfaction and will suit someone that has:
- Experience of working with adults with learning disabilities and autistic adults in a community setting
- A good team member
- Understanding of the issues faced by people with learning disabilities and autistic people living independently and the skills to meet their practical, social and emotional needs
- A ‘Person Centred Planning’ ethos
- Excellent communication skills
- Good record keeping skills
The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check in line with Section 115 of The Police Act 1997.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
EXCITING BRAND NEW ROLE!
We are seeking a confident individual, ideally with lived experience of the Armed Forces life to manage all elements of volunteering for our Armed Forces Community project in the Northwest of England, as part of the "Thrive Together" Veterans' Places, Pathways & People Programme (VPPP) in the same region.
This is a part time home-based role with extensive travel, where required, across Merseyside, Greater Manchester, Lancashire and Cumbria. Hours are flexible to suit, but will be between Monday to Friday.
A mobile phone, laptop and training is provided. You will need to be a car driver and have access to a car which is essential (business mileage is paid).
Please see attached the full job description and person specification.
The deadline for applications is 5pm Friday 29 November 2024 and interviews will be held virtually on Teams week commencing 9 December 2024.
Please note that you must be a permanent UK resident and already living in the UK, specifically within the Northwest of England. We will not be responding to anyone that does not meet this criteria. Thank you.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Events and Hire Coordinator provides assistance for client relationships, scheduling, administrative management of a busy public and private events schedule, and finance (payments, invoices, contracts). The role is a vital support to the Events and Hire Manager. The postholder will frequently participate in events delivery on the day. This role will also collaborate with colleagues in the creation and provision of information and communication, in print and virtually (social media etc).
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Hundreds of inspiring events. Millions of pounds raised. One clear purpose.
Head of Digital
Salary: £85,000 - £90,000 depending on experience plus
Reports to: Director of Marketing & Supporter Engagement
Department: ?Marketing, Fundraising & Engagement?
Contract: ?Permanent?
Hours: ?Full time 35 hours per week? (other flexible-working requests will also be considered if it meets business needs)
Location: Stratford, London with high flexibility (we would expect you to be in the office 1-2 days per week)
Closing date: 12 December 2024 at 23.55. This vacancy may close earlier if a high volume of applications is received or once a suitable candidate is found, therefore we strongly recommend that you apply early to avoid disappointment. Please let us know if there is anything about the recruitment process that you would like to discuss, in particular if there are any changes or adjustments that would make it easier for you to apply. Please contact or 020 3469 8400 as soon as possible.
Visa sponsorship: You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy. Cancer Research UK is not able to offer visa sponsorship.
At Cancer Research UK, we exist to beat cancer.
We are professionals with purpose, beating cancer every day. But we need to go much further and much faster. That's why we're looking for someone talented, someone who wants to develop their skills, someone like you.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Head of Digital to join our Marketing, Fundraising and Engagement (MFE) directorate. This is a pivotal role within a new function where you'll be bringing together previously separate teams to drive the development and implementation of our digital strategy, to transform our customer experiences for mass audiences. Specialist areas include website, email, SMS data selections, tagging & tracking, UX, Service Design, SEO, content delivery & content strategy. As Head of Digital, you will be the advocate for design led thinking, putting our audiences needs at the heart of all experiences and journeys.
What will you be doing?
Responsible for setting the digital vision, strategy and plan for mass audiences, aligned with cross organisation strategies.
Works with Cancer Research UK (CRUK) strategy team for all niche audience digital strategy needs.
Responsible for delivering an engaging top of funnel experience. Working jointly with F&E, and Policy, Information & Communications (PIC) teams to create compelling end-to-end digital experiences that delight CRUK audiences at every stage of their journey. Tracked against a measurement framework that creates accountability and improvement at all levels across MFE and Technology.
Responsible for establishing the measurement framework, working with Data, Insight and Performance to improve what and how we measure, across digital and marketing activity. Implements data governance, in accordance with our data standards.
Responsible for overarching website performance, organic traffic, conversion rate, bounce rate, pages per session, agreeing the targets with ASI function.
Responsible for creating the processes, tools and ways of working that support a more joined up approach to all below the line journeys
Responsible for building the new team capability for the digital delivery system, across the digital team, through devolved practices and partners.
What skills are we looking for?
Experience in a Head of Digital role or similar within a large, complex organisation, inspiring colleagues and building strong, productive relationships across a diverse group of senior stakeholders.
Expert on digital tools, platforms, and technologies relevant to marketing, along with content creation, management, and distribution.
Proficient in CMS and Marketing Automation tools
Ability to cultivate a growth mindset and lead/champion change at scale.
Ability to develop a clear vision and strategy aligned with business goals and target audience needs.
Knowledge of search engine optimization and the ability to analyse data to measure content performance and inform strategy, linking with paid search.
Experience of leading and inspiring a team of digital experts and designers.
Deep understanding of the target audience and user experience to create engaging and relevant content.
Excellent storytelling, communication and presentation skills - both written and verbal. Highly visible leader, internally and externally.
Flexibility to quickly adapt to new trends, technologies, and changes in the digital landscape.
Our organisation values are designed to guide all that we do.
Bold: Act with ambition, courage and determination
Credible: Act with rigour and professionalism
Human: Act to have a positive impact on people
Together: Act inclusively and collaboratively
We're looking for people who can believe in and embody these organisation values and can use them to drive forward progress against our mission to beat cancer.
What will I gain?
We create a working environment that supports your wellbeing and provide a generous benefits package, a wide range of career and personal development opportunities and high-quality tools. Our policies and processes enable you to improve your work-life balance, take positive steps in your career and achieve your personal wellbeing goals.
You can explore our benefits by visiting our .
How do I apply?
We operate an anonymised shortlisting process in our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion. CVs are required for all applications; but we won't be able to view them until we invite you for an interview. Instead, we ask you to complete the work history section of the online application form for us to be able to assess you quickly, fairly, and objectively.
Owing to the nature of this position, any offer of employment for this role will be subject to a satisfactory basic DBS check.
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