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Camphill Blair Drummond is a vibrant and forward-looking organisation, with a clear vision for the future.

OUR VISION: We are committed to sustaining, nurturing, and developing our vibrant Camphill Community. A place where everyone has the opportunity to live, work and grow together and realise their fullest potential.

We are a home-from-home environment giving people with learning disabilities, residential and day care, meaningful activities and lasting friendships. Our community offers one of the most distinctive work environments in the Central Belt. It is an attractive place to work offering a diversity of people, activities and opportunities for everyone in a rich culture with a guaranteed friendly welcome and as we overlook the Safari Park you may even spot a giraffe or hear a lion roar!

OUR MISSION: To transform lives in our Camphill Community, underpinned by the ethos and values of the Camphill movement. We will achieve this through life and work enriching opportunities, meaningful relationships and connections. Where adults with learning disabilities, employees, volunteers and our families share lives together. We will also promote participation in community life, through dedicated care and support, which meets and exceeds expectations for all.

As part of a small finance team, the job holder will play an active role within the team, providing financial support to the Finance Coordinator and the Finance Manager. This is an exciting time to be joining the finance team as we grow and develop the business and work towards implementing the finance operational plan.

We are looking for someone that can play an active part in the effective and efficient running of the financial administration for our organisation, who possesses strong organisational skills, has a keen eye for detail and has the ability to prioritise and work to tight deadlines. This role would suit someone who is motivated, enthusiastic and confident in their abilities to contribute to the development of the finance function. Please refer to the job description for more information.

Salary: £25,818.00 (FTE)

Hours:  30 hours per week

Benefits:

· 10% Employer Pension Contribution – auto enrolment after 3 months

· Enhanced Sick Pay Scheme – from day 1 you will benefit from 1-week full pay and 1-week half pay

· Access to an employee discount benefit platform

· Cycle to Work Scheme

· Learning and Development Opportunities

· Non-contributory Employee Assistance Programme – access to support for you and your immediate family.

· PVG paid for by Organisation.

Working at Camphill Blair Drummond is deeply rewarding, satisfying and challenging. If you are an enthusiastic, motivated, resilient and flexible individual, we would love to hear from you. 

Please note previous applicants need not apply.

Closing date for applications is Sunday 26 January 2025 with interviews being carried during the week commencing 3 February 2025.

THIS ROLE IS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR SPONSORSHIP.  APPLICANTS REQUIRE TO HAVE EXISTING RIGHT TO WORK IN UK.

Applicants should note that this post requires PVG membership in relation to working with vulnerable adults.

The Management of Offenders Act (Scotland) 2019 (Exclusions and Exceptions) applies to this role. 

Job Title: CEO

Salary: Actual salary is £36,000 per year. (FTE £45,000)

Contract/ Hours: 4 days per week / 0.8FTE. The normal working week is 30 hours.

Annual Leave: FTE annual leave entitlement is 23 days pro rata plus public and bank holidays.

Pension: Pension contributions of 5% per month will be paid by NUM and 3% per month will be deducted from salary.

Base/ Location: Must be UK-based. NUM is a national organisation with workspaces in Manchester and Glasgow and CEO will be required to travel throughout the UK and internationally.

About NUM:

National Ugly Mugs (NUM) was established in 2012 as a pilot project of the UK Network of Sex Work Projects. It is now the largest sex worker-serving violence prevention and survivor support service in the UK, with a mandate to ‘end all forms of violence against sex workers.’ All of our services are delivered with, by, and for sex workers and our work is grounded within three principles: 'Sex Workers' First; 'Quality Support'; and 'Learning and Innovation'. We support over 9,800 members, 85% of whom are active adult industry workers, with the remainder comprising a range of frontline practitioners and delivery partners. NUM advocates for the decriminalisation of sex work. To learn more about NUM visit our website: www[dot]nationaluglymugs[dot]org

Role Purpose:

The main purpose of the CEO is to provide inspirational leadership to NUM and ensure long term sustainability through innovation, strategic planning, effective governance, funding, and sound delivery of services. The CEO will take a lead role in the national policy advocacy work NUM carries out to achieve its objectives.

We encourage applications from people with lived experience of sex work.

Documents below contain and a full person specification and the main responsibilities of the role.

How to Apply:

To apply email your CV (no more than 3 pages) and an application covering letter (no more than 2 pages) to admin[at]uglymugs[dot]org[dot] by 5pm on 13th February. Please write CEO Application in your subject line or your application may be lost and not processed.

Short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews throughout March. Interviews will include a presentation about your strategic direction, and will likely be followed by a second interview.

Your cover letter should set out why you are interested in the post and demonstrate, with specific examples from your experience and qualifications, how you meet the person specification criteria. Please also include two references (including your current or most recent employer; they will only be contacted after confirming this with you).

For a confidential discussion about the position, you are welcome to talk with long-standing board member Dr Laura Graham, laura.n.graham[at]northumbria[dot]ac[dot]uk.

We are committed to inclusion and equal opportunities in the workplace and we actively encourage applicants of all different ages, genders, social and economic backgrounds, ethnicities, religions and sexual orientations, and from people with and without disabilities. Please contact admin[at]nationaluglymugs[dot]org if you have any access needs regarding applying for this role or attending an interview should you have any access requirements or need any reasonable adjustments to be made. Applications are encouraged from people with sex work community experience. If this experience is shared in applications it will be kept confidential.

Other UK based locations will be considered.

Are you passionate about ensuring young people across the world are given opportunities to learn, earn and thrive? Do you have contextual knowledge of, and experience working in Nigeria? 

If yes, read more!

We are looking for an International Programmes Executive to support the expansion and delivery of our programmes in Nigeria.

King’s Trust International works with local partners around the world to support them to deliver education, employment and enterprise programmes with a focus on youth.

You will work with a mixture of governments, NGOs, corporate partners and employers to support them to deliver safe and impactful programmes and to meet agreed targets and report on progress to both internal and external stakeholders. You will be the local partners’ ‘critical friend’ and focal point of contact, and you will be supporting them in setting up new programmes. This may include delivering programme design, training and producing toolkits and resources, and developing evaluation frameworks. You willwork with local partners on all aspects of programme delivery  - project implementation, review, monitoring and evaluation and  budget management. 

Please note: This role will require travel - Up to 20% of time spent abroad on project visits subject to any UK and/or local government restrictions.

Please apply via our website and include a cover letter of no more than two pages, covering the following:

• Why you want to work for the King’s Trust International, what is it about our work that interests you?
• What you think are the main challenges and opportunities faced by young people in Nigeria, particularly from disadvantaged backgrounds?
• From the job description, what areas would you describe as your strengths?
• What experience you have of working in Nigeria?

Perks for working at The King’s Trust International:

• Great holiday package. 30 days annual leave entitlement, plus public holidays. Office closure the days between Christmas and New Year
• Fantastic Family leave. Receive 13 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for maternity and adoption leave and pro rata entitlement for shared parental leave. Receive 8 weeks full pay for paternity leave.
• Flexible and agile working. Where operationally possible, you can work your hours that support a work-life balance including compressed hours and hybrid-working (part office - part home based) or working from home options.
• Benefits platform. Everything from health and financial wellbeing support to discounts on your favourite restaurants, shops and cinemas
• A free employee assistance programme (EAP) to support your mental wellbeing.
• KTI will contribute 5% of your salary to the workplace Pension Scheme
• Generous life assurance cover (4 x annual salary)
• In-house and external training opportunities available throughout the year

King's Trust International is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of this commitment, we undertake basic disclosure checks (or international equivalents) in accordance with the Codes of Practice for all roles within King’s Trust International, and for our roles working directly with young people, at an enhanced level. Having a criminal record will not automatically exclude applicants.

In further support of a Safeguarding First approach we are signatories to the Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. The Scheme facilitates the sharing of misconduct data between employers. In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms his/her/their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

We are committed to equitable work practices and believe in building a diverse organisation that is representative of and responsive to the needs of our young people and stakeholders. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian, Mixed and other Ethnic candidates which are currently under-represented throughout King’s Trust International. As a disability confident employer, we will interview applicants that meet the essential criteria who have declared a disability. Please let us know if you need any adjustments at the interview stage.

An exciting new opportunity has arisen for a Communications & Marketing Officer to join our dynamic social mobility charity which exists to remove the barriers that prevent children and young people having meaningful access to the natural world.  Through a week on one of our three heritage farms, Nethercott House in Devon, Lower Treginnis in Pembrokeshire, and Wick Court in Gloucestershire, children and young people experience increased learning and engagement, improved connections and wellbeing, and leave us with an enhanced sense of environmental citizenship.  Visiting children are immersed in the natural world of countryside through a food and farming offer that allows them to participate in the seasonal tasks of the day: sowing, growing and harvesting in our kitchen gardens; caring for livestock and looking after the land; and cooking up a home-grown feast in the farmhouse kitchen. In partnership with our commercial farming neighbours, children experience the benefits of collaboration, enjoy plenty of physical activity, good food, and fresh air, and discover the magical rural environment that is full of new words, sounds and experiences to inspire their creativity. Spending time working alongside real farmers fosters children’s independence and helps them to grow in confidence, develops their self-esteem, and encourages them to become more resilient.

About the Role

The Communications & Marketing Officer is responsible for producing and managing high quality content on the Farms for City Children website, social media channels and other communications assets which will promote and raise awareness of the charity to existing and potential donors, partners, schools, and groups, supporting the charity’s fundraising efforts and recruiting new beneficiaries to the farms.

The majority of the work will be home-based, but due to the farm locations we are looking for someone based in the South West England or South East Wales to ensure that travel expenses are manageable for the Charity. There will be regular travel to the Charity’s three farms in Devon, Pembrokeshire, and Gloucestershire. A full driving licence is essential as the farms are in remote locations and not accessible by public transport.

The post is a full-time role working 35 hours per week over five days. Our usual office hours are Monday to Friday between 9:00am and 5:00pm. A degree of flexibility is available in the working pattern for this role, so someone wishing to work 30 hours per week would be considered.

For full details about the role, please see the Job Description and Person Specification and Job Information Pack.

Appointments will not be confirmed until the Charity has received two satisfactory professional references, evidence of the existing proof of right to work in the UK. Referees will not be contacted without candidates’ prior consent.

Farms for City Children is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Successful candidates will be subject to a Social Media check and a DBS check at the appropriate level. Employment with the charity is conditional upon the charity being satisfied with the result of the DBS Check. Successful candidates will be asked to complete a self-declaration related to their criminal record or any information that would make them unsuitable to work with children. If you have lived or worked outside of the UK, additional information may be required from you to satisfy safer recruitment checks.  Any criminal records information that is disclosed to the charity will be handled in accordance with any guidance and/or code of practice published by the DBS.

Farms for City Children is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusivity and supports and encourages under-represented groups.  We seek people from a wide range of backgrounds, with diverse lived experience, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

What we Offer

In return you will receive a starting salary of £28,000 per annum and a range of benefits, which include:

· 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays

· 6% employer contribution to NEST pension scheme

· Employee Assistance Programme

How to Apply

Deadline for applications is midday on Friday 24 January 2025.

Interviews: Tuesday 4 February 2024 (online)

To apply, please go to our website, download and fill out our application form that is located at the bottom of the page. Once completed, click on the Apply button, fill in your details and upload the application form. You may also wish to fill out and upload our equal opportunities monitoring form. 

We are unable to accept just cover letters and CVs.

NO AGENCIES PLEASE – DIRECT RECRUITMENT ONLY

We are looking for an experienced Regional Development Coordinator, to lead the coordination and management of all aspects of the StreetDoctors operations within the Northern Region (North West, North East and Yorkshire), and to ensure our programmes are fit for the future.

We are an award-winning national charity which trains over 12,000 young people affected by street violence each year in emergency first-aid through a team of 350 healthcare volunteers and youth workers. We empower young people with the skills to become part of the solution to violence by developing the skills and confidence to save lives and increasing their understanding of the medical and psychological consequences of violence.

As the StreetDoctors lead for the Region, you will provide leadership in partnership development, volunteer management, the delivery of training and maintaining quality standards.

The key areas of focus include:

• To create, develop and maintain partnerships with a range of organisations including, funders, commissioners, community organisations, criminal justice organisations, education providers and youth organisations.
• To develop and manage engaged volunteers and youth workers and ensure their expectations are aligned to the organisation's objectives and provide the best volunteering experience possible.
• To ensure the quantity and quality of training sessions and projects meet the required targets and new opportunities are maximised.

At StreetDoctors we believe diversity supports innovation and creativity. We are committed to equality of opportunity, being inclusive, and being representative of the people we are here to support. We would therefore encourage applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds.

Responsible to : Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Responsible for : Client facing teams including domestic and sexual abuse support workers, helpline, counselling, safe accommodation and children’s teams. (Direct Reports: 6)

This post is open to women only  under the Equality Act 2010 pursuant to Schedule 9, Part 1.  We value diversity and are committed to ensuring that our organisation is an inclusive place to work. We encourage applications from women from all backgrounds and communities and actively welcome applicants from Black, Asian, or other ethnic minority backgrounds and women with a disability.

About Pathway Project

We are a domestic and sexual abuse service based in Lichfield & Tamworth, Staffordshire. We offer a range of support services and run two refuges in confidential locations. We have been operating for over 30 years helping adults and children overcome domestic abuse, and to build a future where they live in safety and are free from fear. Since our founder, Kathy Coe MBE, created Pathway Project, we have helped over 25,000 people, with 5,814 hours of support provided in the last year. We offer a wide range of services, including adult and children outreach and community support, mental health, wellbeing and financial advice. We support the relatives of those who have experienced domestic and sexual violence and offer specialist counselling, advocacy and care to all who need us. We believe in working as a cohesive team and are service user led. Our helpline is access to all and is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Why work for us?

Pathway Project is an inspiring  place to be, we are a charity with big ambitions and huge energy. We are currently evolving a bold new strategy and a passion  for excellence in service delivery. Supported by a driven and energetic board of trustees the new Chief Executive is leading Pathway Project through their ambitious plans. It’s a really fantastic time to join our amazing charity as we move into the next phase of our exciting journey.We are a flexible and supportive employer, committed to the personal and professional development and wellbeing of our employees. We welcome applications from women with lived experience of domestic abuse and from minority  or under-represented groups.

We offer the following benefits:

• 25 days paid leave plus statutory holidays (pro rata)
• A competitive pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme delivered by Health Assured which offers incredible support to staff and their families

We value our colleagues and are constantly reviewing our policies and practice, looking for ways in which we can better demonstrate this. We also recognise the potential impact of working in this field and provide clinical supervision to all of our employees, whatever their role.

JOB SUMMARY

Taking overall responsibility for the delivery of a compliant and effective operation, she will provide direct line management for the Pathway Project domestic and sexual violence support, outreach and helpline teams. She will be responsible for the delivery of high quality support within the safe accommodation sites and excellent quality of service within Pathway Projects counselling provision. She will have a focus on excellence and understand the drive for continual improvement and increased performance. She will collaborate with colleagues to drive the development and maintenance of networking and fundraising links within the local community. She will support the CEO in her leadership and development of the organisation. She will be expected to demonstrate the Charity’s values by working positively as part of a team, delivering vital high-quality services to service users, and creating a working culture where all are valued and encouraged.

DUTIES OF POST

1. STRATEGY, PLANNING AND CONTROL

a. To contribute to the setting of long-term Objectives, along with the CEO & Board.

b. To implement and deliver the strategic plan for the operation, adhering to regulatory and financial controls.

c. To ensure the Charity is operated to best practice standards, adhering to regulatory and financial controls. Highlighting to the CEO risk which could cause harm to the ongoing operation of the Charity.

d. Ensure Pathway Project remains responsive to the needs of its service users, staff and trustees and can demonstrate the value of the services provided and the impact of its work.

e. Be an expert on matters relating to Domestic Abuse, and best practice in supporting end users.

2. FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT

a. To be accountable for the delivery of the operation, within defined financial criteria, including business plan & cash flow targets.

b. Support the CEO in providing oversight on the wider financial performance of the Charity.

c. To understand the income generation strategy and collaborate to develop it as required.

d. To support the CEO in the sourcing of funding opportunities and complete any required applications and any required data returns as per funding guidelines.

3. GOVERNANCE

a. To work with the CEO to lead and manage the Charity in accordance with the articles of association and in line with the obligations of the Charity Commission.

b. To support in the development of a best practice operating infrastructure, to allow the Trustee Board to fulfil its statutory responsibilities and exercise effective control.

c. To maintain up to date policies and procedures.

d. To provide support and guidance to the CEO in all aspects of the running of the charity.

e. To ensure accurate record keeping and data security

4. LEADERSHIP

a. To provide role model leadership to the Pathway Project, embodying the charity’s values and behaviours.

b. To ensure robust recruitment and training processes are in place.

c. To provide continuous development to, and performance management of the team, ensuring the highest standards are delivered.

d. To monitor and manage the quality of service delivery.

e. To work with the team, CEO and Board to provide a safe, and motivating work environment.

f. To provide line management to all staff who deliver client facing services including domestic and sexual abuse teams, safe accommodation team, counselling team and children’s services.

g. To recommend improvements in the management structure of the teams, including consideration of the overall delivery to budget.

h. To ensure all HR records and practices are maintained, utilising the support of external HR resource where required.

i. To ensure monthly supervisions are completed including assessment of case management on OnTrack.

j. To work with Head of enabling services to ensure volunteer contribution to the client based services is maximised.

5. COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

a. To support Pathway Project in the maintenance and development of community links and fundraising opportunities.

b. To link into the Head of enabling services around income generation and the development of a Community Fundraising Group supported by volunteers.

c. To support Pathway Project CEO, managers and Community Engagement Worker with driving Pathway Projects social media agenda in order to build community support.

d. To be Pathway Projects front facing liaison for community fundraising and support.

e. To attend meetings, as and when appropriate. including out of normal office hours if necessary

6. GENERAL MANAGEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION

a. To arrange outreach team/staff meetings which positively support the team.

b. To attend management meetings, and where required, Board or Sub Board meetings.

c. To take part in the equitable recruitment of new staff, to deploy existing staff effectively and to motivate and manage the activity of staff ensuring that they effectively contribute to the achievements of Pathway goals and to their own personal development .

d. To participate in the on-call management rota for accommodation support when covering for staff absence or sickness.

e. To help support the continued use and development of OnTrack case management and database system throughout Pathway Project.

f. To ensure the Pathway maintains strong links with local agencies and helps support the domestic abuse agenda through sharing of data and attendance at meetings.

g. To deputise for the CEO where required, alongside other management.

h. To lead on operational projects for the organisation as the main point of contact and oversee work that needs completing, e.g. maintenance of building, service contracts alongside the Finance Manager.

7. OTHER DUTIES

a. To participate and contribute as a senior member of staff towards the development of the Pathway Project.

b. To attend and participate in all relevant meetings, including feeding back to management and trustee meetings and the AGM.

c. To represent Pathway Project and the work it does with external agencies, including written reports and presentations.

d. Carrying out any other task that may be required from time to time in the interests of the effective administration and development of the project, including participating in training and delivering presentations.

e. Ensure that all responsibilities are undertaken in an effective, ethical, and appropriate manner, meeting the standards of Pathway Project.

f. Maintain effective networks with all principal supporters and stakeholders. To actively seek opportunities to expand and promote the role of Pathway within the local community.

g. Undertake any other duties that may reasonably be required from time to time.

Person Specification

Essential

• Demonstrable experience of working in the domestic abuse charity sector and expert knowledge of the domestic abuse sector 
• Experience in managing teams at a high level with strong team building and leadership skills 
• An understanding of compliance and continual service improvement to ensure quality assurance and service improvements 
• Experience of or a good understanding of Funders, reporting structures and the expectations placed on charities by funders 
• Excellent written skills, with experience of writing reports, guidance or briefings specifically for Trustees or Director boards. 
• Excellent administrative, organisational and time management skills, with demonstrable experience working in a fast-paced environment with competing deadlines. 
• Experience of working in an environment with confidential data 
• The ability to lead teams to demonstrate excellent customer service delivery for all stakeholders, clients and partners. 
• Understanding and experience of partnership working in a multi-agency, multi-disciplinary setting. 
• Ability to use your initiative and judgment in dealing with colleagues, partner agencies or trustees without direct supervision 
• An understanding that in small charities we often “roll up our sleeves” and support other areas to reach a team objective.
• An understanding of and a commitment to equal opportunities in employment and in-service delivery. 

Location: London (remote working within the UK is possible)

Hours: Full-Time or Part-Time (5 or 4 days per week)

Remuneration: £42,000 - £45,000 depending on experience 

Contract: We are recruiting for 2 roles Permanent & Fixed term (12 months)

Reports to: Grant Manager or Head of Grants 

About FILE

The Foundation for International Law for the Environment (FILE) was set up in 2018 to be the major philanthropic re-granter scaling up legal action globally to tackle the climate and the biodiversity crises.

We work as movement enablers, campaign strategists, and impact funders, using the law in pursuit of three interconnected system-level goals:

• Reducing net greenhouse gas emissions to protect the climate
• Safeguarding nature
• Delivering climate and environmental justice

We pursue these goals not just by supporting legal action directly. We believe in growing the strength of the climate and biodiversity legal movement globally, and in enabling people and movements to use legal action to shift narratives.

As movement enablers, campaign strategists, and impact funders, we at FILE do not ourselves bring litigation. As a regrantor, FILE is not an endowed foundation, but rather we engage in fundraising to secure resources to support our partners globally.

The Role

The Grants Coordinator will play a key role within the Grants Team, a growing team at FILE.  This role will work closely with the Grants Managers and Heads of Grants across key FILE portfolios to ensure that programmes and partnerships are delivered at pace and to schedule. Whilst initially this is largely an administrative role, it is an opportunity to gain an insight in the workings of an international philanthropic organisation focused on systemic change through partnerships with a variety of outstanding legal strategists and NGO partners.

As Grants Coordinator, you ensure the quality of FILE’s grant-making processes and provide support to the Grants Managers and Heads of Grants during the entire life cycle of a grant. As well as working closely with the Grants Team, you will be working together with all the relevant stakeholders at FILE, i.e., grantee partners and our colleagues in finance, legal strategy, impact & learning and operations.  

This is a unique opportunity to support world-leading non-profit partners in delivering strategic legal interventions to impact.  We are looking for a candidate who is excited at the prospect of working for a dynamic and fast-growing organisation with a mission to solve the climate crisis. 

Key Responsibilities

• Grant administration – support the internal processes of contracting, payment approvals and tracking financial disbursements. Lead on grantee communication regarding payments and reporting. 

• Ensure timelines and the approval process for grants and contracts run to schedule, ensuring all relevant information is presented to senior FILE team colleagues and decisions are documented. 

• Ensure grant data and documentation is up-to-date and filed appropriately, including input into FILE systems as required. 

• Perform data capture and maintain database records. Support the management of FILE’s key grants database, including supporting development and revision of database processes, structure and workflows. 

• Regular communication with applicants and grant holders, particularly when supporting the due diligence process for applicants. 

• Collaborate with the Grants Manager on annual planning, grants development, in-life grants management, pipeline planning and partnership building with partners. 

• Work up to managing and holding relationships with partners for a small number of grants. 

• Performance & outcome monitoring – support the Grants Manager to effectively monitor the progress and outcomes of projects and grants together with the Legal Strategy and Impact and Learning teams. This will include the scheduling of reporting requirements, and supporting the evaluation, impact and learning processes.

• Support other portfolio teams if required and time allows.

Key Competencies  

• Ability to work unsupervised, a motivated self-starter, with robust problem solving, administrative, multi-tasking skills and is good on follow-through.

• Excellent analytical and quantitative skills, with the ability to assimilate and digest large volumes of information. 

• Strong attention to detail and strong organisational and project management skills, with the ability to manage workload effectively and to work with changing priorities and time pressures. 

• Ability to occasionally adjust working hours to fit with multiple time zones as required. 

• Strong written and communication skills.  You will be able to present information in a compelling way through proposals, memos and PowerPoint presentations.

• Ability to communicate effectively with people from different cultures and backgrounds 

• Desire to contribute to new ideas and ways of working to develop improved models, processes and use of technology in grant-making.

• Outstanding partnership management skills, with the ability to support and establish highly collaborative internal and external partnerships.

• Experience with databases/grant-management or CRM systems highly desirable 

• Financial and budget management skills desirable but not necessary. 

• Ability in French and/or Spanish desirable but not necessary. 

About you

• Works unsupervised, with robust problem solving, administrative and multi-tasking skills
• Is good on follow-through – completes with consistency and to high standard
• Excellent analytical and quantitative skills, with the ability to assimilate and digest large volumes of information
• Strong attention to detail and strong organisational and project management skills
• Manages workload effectively and pivots around changing priorities and time pressures
• Strong written and communication skills
• Presents information in a compelling way through proposals, memos, and PowerPoint presentations.
• Communicates effectively with people from different cultures and backgrounds
• Contributes to new and innovative ways of working to develop improved models, processes, and use of technology in grant-making
• Outstanding relationship management skills, with the ability to support and establish highly collaborative internal and external partnerships
• Experience with databases/grant-management systems desirable but not necessary
• Financial and budget management skills desirable but not necessary
• A willingness to occasionally adjust working hours to fit with multiple time zones as required

Applications

We look forward to receiving your application. Please do ensure that your application details your interest in joining FILE, how your skills and experience match our vision for this position, and the contribution you think you could make to the our overall mission in this space.

This role is open for applications immediately, closing date 19 January 2025. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role so encourage you to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.

Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Working for FILE

FILE is a collaborative community of like-minded individuals who are passionate about climate, nature, and justice. Together, we share knowledge and experience to support our mission.

Individuals are empowered to work as both part of a wider team and individually to make impactful change and deliver to a high standard. Roles here are ideally suited to those who are highly flexible and happy to change and grow in line with the ever-changing challenges of the Foundation – those who are willing to get stuck in and make an impact.

FILE is committed to challenging inequality, valuing diversity in all areas of life.  We firmly believe that we are strengthened by the diversity of our staff.  We actively work to ensure an inclusive culture where colleagues feel welcomed and supported to succeed and thrive.

Diversity & Inclusion

As an equal opportunities employer, FILE is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.

We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join FILE.

This is an exciting and challenging position, which will be pivotal in growing the acquisition programme as part of our 5-year strategy. Working closely with the rest of the A&W team and wider stakeholders, such as the Communications team, media and creative agencies, you'll help to optimise acquisition activity as we scale up investment in this area. This is an opportunity for someone to help make a real difference to a varied programme using a test and learn approach. 

In addition to leading DRTV, this role also involves delivering a variety of other important activity as required, such as inserts and welcome journeys. There are opportunities to turn your hand to a range of channels and product promotion as we aim to scale up channels such as inserts. 

Criteria 

We’re looking for an enthusiastic and highly organised individual with excellent communication and analytical skills. You’ll enjoy looking for ways to optimise all elements of campaigns from creative, content and media testing and able to act as a key point of knowledge in this area. Experience of DRTV is required, with an understanding of individual giving fundraising KPIs, including in relation to: DRTV, print, telemarketing, email and landing pages. You will be confident working with data with attention to detail and accuracy, from briefing data criteria for emails to using excel to review and share results. You will also be able to engage wider stakeholders in our acquisition testing plan development, providing clear regular communication to update on progress and learnings. 

Most importantly, you’ll be keen to deliver insight and audience-led, best in class fundraising campaigns to help Brooke realise an ambitious acquisition growth programme.` 

At Brooke, we celebrate diversity and the creative new ideas it brings. We actively encourage applications from all backgrounds, in particular global majority candidates, candidates from a social mobility background, disabled and neuro-diverse candidates, and candidates under 25 as these groups are currently under-represented at Brooke. 

We are aware that studies have shown that women and global majority candidates are less likely to apply for a role if they feel they do not meet the full criteria of the job description. If you feel you meet the majority of the criteria, we would love to hear from you. 

We offer a variety of flexible working options to best support our staff and to ensure our working practices are as inclusive as possible. 

Closing date: 19th January 2025 (this role may closed early depending on the response) 

Chief Executive Officer
£45,000
Permanent
Mansfield
Full Time Monday – Friday

Harper Recruitment Group is thrilled to be partnering with a remarkable charity that makes a real difference in the local community. They are seeking an experienced and dynamic Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead a dedicated and passionate team, driving growth by identifying and seizing new funding opportunities.

As CEO, you will inherit a well-established, supportive, and motivated team, all committed to creating lasting socio-economic change in the region. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced CEO or Deputy CEO who is ready to make a tangible impact on people's lives. If you are looking for a leadership role in an organisation that places people at the heart of everything it does, this opportunity is one you won’t want to miss!

What will the role involve?

• Building and maintaining sustainable relationships with key decision makers and external organisations
• Identifying and securing funds through funding partnerships and grant making organisations
• Attending external meetings and acting as an advocate for the charity sector
• Overseeing the budget, creating and presenting financial reports and forecasts
• Ensuring the board of Trustees remain well informed of key developments
• Light line management of a small team, promoting a positive, trust-based work culture

Who are we looking for?

• Previous experience in the Community and Voluntary sector advantageous
• Experience working in a not-for-profit and/or 3 rd sector organisation essential
• Knowledge of funding routes and grant application processes
• Budget monitoring and reporting skills – MS Office Word/Excel
• Natural relationship building skills with a professional and approachable nature
• Collaborative and positive leadership based on inclusivity and trust
• Sense of humour!

What’s in it for you?

• Vibrant, welcoming culture based on trust and respect
• Working as part of an established team of likeminded, passionate and caring individuals
• Opportunity to “give back” and make a genuine difference
• Significant influence in the growth trajectory of the organisation
• Associated company benefits

Apply NOW to avoid disappointment! Due to the large volume of applications, we receive, we are unfortunately unable to contact all candidates. If you have not heard from a consultant within the next three days, please assume that you have not been successful on this occasion. Please do not hesitate to apply for other suitable roles in the future.

About Harper Recruitment Group:

Harper Recruitment Group has been offering high-quality recruitment services across Nottingham, Derby and the wider East Midlands since 1987, specialising in recruiting business support professionals of all levels on a permanent, contract or temporary basis.

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We are looking for an empathetic and organised woman* with excellent communication skills to join our small but thriving, team as a Centre Coordinator. You will be responsible for answering incoming calls, monitoring our email inbox for enquiries and referrals and welcome service users to the women's centre. Additionally, you oversee the office facilities and inventory and work closely with the Centre Manager to assist with ad hoc administrative duties. You will also work alongside the Development Manager and our Treasurer trustee to manage donor databases. We are a team of feminists and the ideal candidate would be passionate about ending gender-based violence and being part of a collaborative, close-knit team working to support women in our community. 

* Occupational Requirement (Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9 Part I) applies

Please note we are unable to provide visa sponsorship

To apply, please submit a CV and cover letter to be considered for this role.

RIVET is a new social enterprise bringing together brands, influencers, and NGOs to fund and amplify youth-led social change. With 100+ years of experience elevating young changemakers, RIVET’s founders have seen firsthand that young people don’t lack talent or imagination; they lack access to resources.

In response, we have created the world’s first micro-finance platform focused on young social innovators, funded by youth themselves. This engine will transform young people’s everyday purchases into philanthropic power for their generation’s ideas to change the world. Created by, for, and with young people, RIVET represents the largest investment in youth-led social change. Ever.

As RIVET’s inaugural Director of Donor Engagement, you will help build and then lead the stewardship implementation for our 70+ major donors who serve on our Leadership Council, Youth Impact Council, and Youth Impact Fund, providing them with a meaningful experience that reflects our shared values and desired impact. RIVET’s operating budget is $2.5M, with most of that currently coming from philanthropic support. Our four-year sustainable business model strategy reflects an increasing reliance on brand revenue. The Director of Donor Engagement plays a critical role in helping us secure the capacity building funds needed to help the RIVET rocket get into orbit in the meantime. Your success is largely defined by donors renewing and deepening their support, and increasingly serving as an engine for RIVET’s expanded global impact. 

BACKGROUND

Over the past 90 years, the International Rescue Committee (IRC) has developed unparalleled expertise in responding to emergencies and helping uprooted communities to rebuild. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster. The IRC is on the ground in more than 40 countries, providing emergency relief, relocating refugees and rebuilding lives in the wake of disaster. The IRC is committed to a culture of bold leadership, innovation in all aspects of our work, creative partnerships and, most crucially, accountability to those we serve. The IRC is a tireless advocate for the most vulnerable.

IRC-UK

IRC UK is part of the IRC global network, which has its global headquarters in New York. Our team in the UK works to raise profile, deliver policy and practice change, and increase funding to help restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Since 2021, IRC UK has also provided integration services directly to refugees in England, a programme that is rapidly growing. In Europe, the IRC also has offices in Berlin, Bonn, Brussels, Geneva and Stockholm.

EXTERNAL RELATIONS

The External Relations (ER) unit is comprised of four complementary functions: Private fundraising, Mobilization & Marketing, Policy & Advocacy and Operations & Analytics. To enable IRC to deliver our Strategy100 commitments, the ER unit established a bold new approach that enhances our ability to raise diverse and flexible funding aligned with IRC’s top priorities, while raising our profile and influence. The ER unit is international, with colleagues in more than 10 offices globally.

The Purpose of the Role

As Director of Communications, UK, you lead IRC UK’s core communications strategy with the objectives of growing our profile, influencing policy, driving income, and protecting our reputation. This is done by taking a strategic approach to generating effective messaging for cross-team use, creatively collaborating to produce cut-through external products across media and digital channels, and generating top tier media coverage in collaboration with communications, advocacy and fundraising colleagues globally. In this role you will be expected to use expert judgment to manage IRC UK’s reputation, as well as ensure media and digital outputs protect beneficiaries, staff and programming from harm.

The Director will report to the UK Executive Director and the Senior Director of Global Public Affairs. The Director will collaborate closely with the Senior Director for Digital Engagement, UK Advocacy Director, and the Director of UK Mass Markets to meet the organization’s strategic objectives surrounding profile, income and influence.

Scope and Authority

Authority:

· The role holder sets strategic direction for UK communications, with a focus on earned media, public advocacy and organic digital.

· The role oversees the UK comms operational budget, with access to the Global External Relations budget.

· The role has the authority to brief journalists with agreed messaging and act as spokesperson for the organisation.

· The Director will line manage the communications team and other positions when required.

· The role is a key member of the UK Senior Management Team, with collective responsibility for the leadership, culture and efficacy of IRC UK.

Key Working Relationships

· Reports to the UK Executive Director and Senior Director Global Public Affairs & Communications.

· Close collaboration with External Relations staff in the UK, US and globally, including Advocacy and Influence, Mass Markets, Fundraising, Awards Management, Digital Engagement, Entertainment Relations, Creative Studio, and Experiential Marketing.

· Works closely with key country directors, country programme staff and technical unit colleagues.

· Supports policy staff in the IRC President’s Office on key UK messages and policy initiatives involving the IRC President.

· Works closely with counterparts in NGOs and donors particularly FCDO and the DEC.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Strategic Direction

· Raise IRC UK's profile, income, influence and brand in the UK market by developing and delivering a 360 comprehensive communications strategy that reaches target audiences, attracts new supporters, and connects supporters with IRC clients.

· Partner with global external relations leadership to set Key Performance Indicators for achieving the strategy, and drive and monitor progress towards them with the support of your team.

· Contribute to the development and delivery of the UK Strategic Plan.

Team Management & Stakeholder engagement

· Manage a team of communications professionals, setting objectives, portfolio scope, and partnering on professional development opportunities

· Drive creative insights and strategic thinking within the UK comms team and influence / maximize policy, advocacy and fundraising outputs and results

· Lead strategic communications planning to maximize opportunities of partnering with income and influence objectives and outputs

· Ensure the UK Communications Team are clear on systems, processes and organization to drive efficiency and team productivity

· Review team performance quarterly and present on results to global stakeholders

· As a member of the UK Senior Management Team (UK SMT) support the UK Executive Director in the creation and delivery of IRC UK strategies and priorities, foster cohesion and collaboration among UK based departments, representing the needs and objectives of the team in the UK SMT and UK office.

Execution: Driving IRC profile, influence and income; and protecting the reputation of the IRC

· Work alongside global communications colleagues, Policy & Advocacy colleagues and UK Fundraisers to develop appropriate messaging on key proactive and reactive issue areas across the scope of IRC’s work.

· Plan and identify key moments of opportunity for IRC UK Communications according to internal and external landscape and timetables.

· Ensure pro/reactive message accuracy and cut through calls to action that engage audiences for proactive campaigns and news cycle opportunities.

· Develop, commission and drive creative cut-through tactics and products, from revealing IRC research and analysis to emergency media briefings.

· Secure top tier media coverage of IRC’s work, solutions and innovation, balancing mentions with long-form/features and profiles.

· Influence and shape key media narratives around priority IRC UK policy issues.

· Oversee strategic media opportunities by commissioning, writing, editing and disseminating messaging for multi-channel use, press-releases, op-eds, statements and other content to secure coverage of the IRC in the UK across print, broadcast and online media.

· Work with global communications colleagues and country office staff to create strong, persuasive and impactful outputs, and to arrange interviews and media visits to frontline work.

· Act as a spokesperson for the organization in the media as needed.

· Liaise closely with Fundraising teams to collaborate on timely messaging, client-centered storytelling, digital outputs, and media coverage to bring in donations to the IRC during emergencies and other fundraising appeals.

· Manage the communications component and IRC UK’s relationship with the DEC and lead communications on DEC appeals.

· Use expert judgment to ensure the IRC is protected in the media and to develop and enact strategies to protect IRC’s reputation, as well as ensure media outputs protect beneficiaries, staff and programming from harm.

· Ensure coordinated and topical messaging across media outreach and digital channels.

· Establish close relationships with press counterparts within statutory donor organizations that lead to opportunities to promote IRC in the media.

· Leverage IRC’s President and CEO, and UK Executive Director to grow our profile in the UK, through proposing and implementing op-eds, interviews and other media activities.

· Support, prepare and coach staff, spokespeople and board members for media interviews and visits; and provide guidance across the organisation to dealing with media.

· Build expertise on current and potential issues in the humanitarian NGO arena via research and monitoring of national media and competitors and in liaison with global colleagues

· Work with the global media colleagues to ensure that IRC has a system for managing media enquiries at all times, as needed.

· Responsible for reporting to the IRCUK board, subcommittees and Executive Director on press activity, trends and upcoming opportunities.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Essential

Experience

· Track record in creating, driving and evaluating a 360-degree communications strategy that focuses on media, digital and enabling income.

· Experience leading and managing media and digital teams. 

· Experience navigating and influencing within large matrixed organizations.

· Extensive experience of developing key messages and implementing media strategies with an international, and ideally humanitarian, or development focus.

· Experience of conducting media relations and communications opportunities in developing countries and sensitive contexts.

· Experience of organising international media visits to projects in order to facilitate reporting on key issues.

· Substantial experience responding to reputational threats.

· Experience leading a digital communications team that delivers breakthrough digital content, client-centered storytelling and brings in new supporters.

· Experience/knowledge of tools for monitoring media coverage and digital results.

· Experience of dealing with media enquiries into crisis and sensitive issues.

· Experience of acting as a spokesperson for an organisation.

Skills and Knowledge

· Creative thinker who can identify opportunities and collaborate internally to produce external products that cut through media and digital and meet strategic IRC UK objectives.

· Strong communication and interpersonal skills: ability to communicate effectively with colleagues both in the UK and overseas and manage working relationships diplomatically.

· Excellent eye to detail and commitment to high speed and high quality writing and editing

· Strong organisational and time management skills: ability to prioritise team’s work, and multi-task in a fast-paced work setting.

· Good contacts with key UK journalists and media outlets, and knowledge and ability to develop relationships quickly.

· Excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills; adept at writing clean, engaging, jargon-free copy for a range of channels.

· Ability to represent IRC-UK and the wider IRC professionally and appropriately at all times.

· Knowledge/interest in international affairs, particularly of conflict and humanitarian crises and issues.

· Knowledge of key political debates in the UK around international development and aid.

· Flexibility as regards working hours, as the need arises.

· Willingness to travel occasionally to conflict areas.

· Fluency in English, spoken and written.

Database Executive

Location – Stanmore (hybrid role - 3 days per week office based)

Salary - £26,000 to £28,000 per annum dependent on experience

Hours - 35 hours per week 

Start Date - February 2025

Are you passionate about enhancing supporter experience and ensuring data excellence? Do you have Raiser’s Edge or charity database experience? Join Norwood as a key member of our Fundraising and Community Engagement department, where you'll play a crucial role in providing exemplary database and data services. We aim to keep our supporter information up-to-date, relevant, and meaningful, and we need your expertise to make this happen.

Benefits at Norwood include:

• The opportunity to work for a leading UK charity
• Competitive salary & benefits package
• 21 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays and Jewish festivals where they fall on a working day and work is not permitted (FTE)
• 1pm finish on a Friday
• Workplace Pension Scheme: Plan for your future with confidence.
• Employee Assistance Programme: We care about your well-being.
• £300 When You Introduce a Friend: Spread the word and reap the rewards.
• Free Eye test & Eyewear allowance
• Access to ‘Blue Light’ discount scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Excellent career progression pathway

Key Responsibilities:

• Continuously reviewing and updating our database and data processes
• Assist the Head of Donor Support Services with data entry, processing, and data manipulation.
• Carry out data cleaning and database health-checking processes, ensuring that data is regularly cleaned and that duplicate supporter records are merged.
• Support the department in their use of the Raiser’s Edge database and keep training guides up to date to ensure best practice use of this resource.
• Improve and develop new processes for the use of data to support the fundraising strategy.
• Assist the Head of Donor Support Services with analysis, insight, and reporting of fundraising data.
• Import all electronic data from various sources to the database using Import’omatic and Raiser’s Edge import functions.
• Prepare data for fundraising marketing and communications and monitor email bounce-backs and out-of-office messages to keep supporter records up to date.
• Ensure data used for fundraising complies with Norwood’s GDPR and direct marketing policies and ensure adherence to the Fundraising Regulator Code of Practice.
• Utilise good communication skills, both verbal and written, to build relationships with stakeholders and donors.
• Provide support for emerging priorities, as agreed with your line manager, for example, assisting colleagues in the Donor Support Services team with data input during and after fundraising events and appeal launches.
• Assist at evening or weekend fundraising events, including the Annual Dinner.
• Be an active member of the Fundraising and Community Engagement department and work on any other initiatives as required.

Essential Experience / Skills

• Advanced user of a database or CRM.
• Experience as a data administrator or similar role involving manipulating data
• Experience of using Raiser’s Edge or a similar charity database
• Some experience of running queries and reports and exporting data
• Some experience of running data health routines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel to an intermediate level
• Understanding of relational databases
• Excellent IT skills and analytical mindset

Desirable Experience / Skills

• Experience of working in the charity sector
• Experience of writing process guides or other user documentation
• Experience of training or supporting system users
• Knowledge of ImportOmatic
• Working with volunteers
• Knowledge of the Fundraising Regulator Code of Practice

If this opportunity interests you, please press apply and our Recruitment Team will be in touch.

If you are interested in this role, please apply and our Recruitment Team will be in touch. 

We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Due to the high number of candidates who apply to our roles at Norwood, please note we can only provide feedback following an interview, if shortlisted.

We actively celebrate everyone's different abilities, sexual orientation, ethnicity, faith, and gender. Everyone is welcome and supported in their development at all stages in their journey with us.

Job title: Programme Admissions Officer

Location: Hybrid work with 40% from Breaking Barriers’ office in London, Manchester or Birmingham

Salary: £25,000-£28,000 (London), £24,000-£27,000 (Manchester or Birmingham)

Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week), part-time considered

Overall purpose

The Programme Admissions Officer will be responsible for processing student applications, including conducting initial calls, checking eligibility and signposting where applicable. They would then flag new applicants with the relevant programme. This role is the gateway to accessing our services.

Key responsibilities 

We are a fast-growing charity that prides itself on its flexibility and responsiveness, and as a result your responsibilities may change, develop, and grow according to the needs and development of our programmes.

• Monitoring and processing new and incoming applications, which includes:
  • Conducting initial calls with new applicants to determine their individual pathway and eligibility for Breaking Barriers’ programmes
  • Prioritising students according to Breaking Barriers’ eligibility criteria and flagging with relevant programmes in order to support enrolments
  • Providing university and career guidance and advice
  • Providing learning plans for all professionals aiming to requalify
  • Providing guidance on the support they can access whilst on the waiting list for our programmes
  • Providing signposting for any students/clients needing additional support
  • Flagging any serious welfare concerns with line manager and/or the Safeguarding Team
• Ensuring all information is accurately recorded on Salesforce for new and existing Breaking Barriers’ clients
• Performing any Salesforce admin for the programmes as and when required
• Working with management to improve and enhance enrolment processes where necessary

To view the full job description and person specification, as well as details on our accessible recruitment process, please view the attached recruitment pack.

Other considerations

• As part of our safeguarding commitment to our clients, we carry out preemployment checks to ensure that successful applicants are suitable to work with adults at risk. These include basic DBS checks, obtaining references and verifying a candidate’s identity and right to work in the UK.
• Some travel between our different areas of operation (including London, Birmingham and Manchester) will be required. Occasional evening or weekend work may be required. Time off in lieu would be provided in this case.
• We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, race, religion or belief.

How to apply

If you are looking for a role where you can make a real difference, we want to hear from you. To apply, please submit a CV and statement (up to approximately 500 words/1 A4 page) outlining:

• Why you are interested in the role
• What skills you would bring to be successful in this role
• Any experience you would like to highlight
• Any reasonable adjustments you require for the interview process
• Disclosure of disabilities if you wish to do so (as a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, we guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role)

Please note that applications without a covering letter will not be considered.

Closing date for applications is 11:30pm on Saturday 15th February. Interviews will be held on a rolling basis so please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

We belong to the Experts by Experience Employment Initiative, which advocates and supports organisations to employ more people from a refugee background. With this in mind, we particularly welcome applicants with experience of seeking asylum and/or a refugee background. 

If you are an expert by experience (a refugee or a migrant with direct, first-hand experience of issues and challenges of the UK asylum or immigration system), you can ask for an independent and confidential support for your job application from the Experts by Experience Employment Network. Please reach out to HR Manager Dani Meier for further details (we are unable to include email addresses in this advert, but you can find contact details on the final page of the attached recruitment pack).