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Are you a senior level fundraising professional seeking a new challenge? If so, we would like to hear from you.
We are seeking to appoint an experienced and dynamic Head of Fundraising & Communications who will join our senior leadership team and will have overall accountability for Trust’s fundraising, marketing and communications strategies.
You will need to be a skilled and strategic leader with strong interpersonal and management skills and a proven track record in senior level fundraising. You will also have experience in communications and promoting the brand of an organisation.
Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, this pivotal role will work closely with the wider senior management team (SMT) and inspire and lead the Trust’s fundraising, marketing and communications team.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This role’s primary responsibilities will be as follows:
Strategic Development and Implementation
· Provide leadership, strategy and direction for the Trust’s fundraising, marketing and communications team comprising 15 in the UK and 3 in Nepal.
· Be part of the Senior Management Team (SMT), contributing to the Trust’s wider vision and strategic direction as well as provide updates and reports for the SMT and Trustees.
· As the organisational expert on fundraising, work closely with the Trust CEO and SMT to ensure that fundraising and marketing respond to and reflect the vision and agreed priorities of the Trust.
Fundraising
· Implement the Trust’s five-year fundraising strategy (income c.£14m pa), and be accountable for the delivery of operational plans, defining targets and identifying new sources of income.
· Develop and implement fundraising policies and procedures ensuring all fundraising remains safe and legal.
· Create a donor-centric culture within the Trust, implementing an accurate and robust system to deliver effective supporter journeys across all disciplines – individual giving, major donor, legacy, trust and corporate, and community fundraising.
· Keep abreast of current fundraising trends and standards as well as historic analysis of our own activities to optimise all fundraising approaches.
Communications and Marketing
· Lead the development of the Trust’s marketing and communications strategy and annual marketing programme, reviewing them to achieve the Trust’s aims and objectives.
· Develop and oversee the Trust’s social media strategy, both as a communication and a marketing tool.
· Oversee the Trust’s website, ensuring accessible content, a strong visitor experience and increasing donations via the site.
· Oversee the flow of project and general information between Nepal and the UK enabling effective proposals and reports.
Budgeting and Reporting
· Manage the annual fundraising, marketing and communications budgets.
· Work closely with the Head of Finance and the Finance team in Nepal to agree the details and split of unrestricted and restricted projects to be funded each year.
Leadership and Line Management
· Provide strategic direction to all areas of fundraising, marketing and communications, nurturing team members to develop their knowledge and expertise, and maintaining a passionate and engaged group of staff committed to delivering excellence for the Trust.
·Coach, inspire and motivate direct reports and other members of the team as well as providing guidance and direction to deliver their objectives and develop their skills and expertise in their roles.
KEY SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS AND KNOWLEDGE, AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
Applicants for this position should be able to satisfy the following criteria:
Experience
Essential:
· Senior level successful track record in a charity fundraising environment
· Developing and implementing strategies and operational plans successfully for fundraising, marketing and communications
· Setting, managing, and reporting on six figure+ budgets
· Experience of leading and managing a successful team
· Experience of brand development and management
· Demonstrable experience of shaping organisational objectives
· Educated to degree or relevant experience
Desirable:
· Project management qualification or relevant experience
· Experience of working in the NFP sector, ideally within humanitarian/development or military causes
· Experience of using CRMs
Skills/competencies
Essential:
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail
· Extensive IT skills, including MS Office
· Confident utilising the Adobe Creative suite
· Budget management, financially literate
Desirable:
· Strong proof-reading skills
· Membership of a relevant professional body
Knowledge
Essential:
· Knowledge of legislation, regulations and best practice in fundraising and marketing
· Fundraising, marketing and communication fundamentals
· PR techniques and digital marketing (inc. PPC & AdWords)
· Branding/style trends and standards
· Fundraising and social media landscape
· An appreciation of strategic issues – and how marketing can inform them
· Using analytics and consumer behaviour to shape activities
Personal attributes
Essential:
· Strong interpersonal and people management skills
· Ability to influence and persuade a diverse range of stakeholders
· Ability to multi-task, prioritise and solve workloads on own initiative
· Strong communication and negotiation skills
· Creative thinker, enthusiastic and flexible
· Approachable demeanour
· Willingness and ability to work additional hours as required at events and business meetings (for which TOIL is offered)
· Empathy with The Gurkha Welfare Trust cause
Desirable:
· Interest in social causes
· Interest in Nepal/military
To provide welfare and support to ex-Gurkhas, their families and their communities in Nepal to enable our beneficiaries to live their lives in dignity
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Key information
Location: Westminster, London. Office-based with flexibility (Min. 2-3 days per week in the office).
Contract: Permanent. Full time 37.5 hours a week.
Salary: £39,000 – £43,680 per annum depending on experience.
Benefits and entitlements: Matched pension contributions - 7% of salary; 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (potential to increase to 30 days depending on length of service).
Reporting to: Head of Development.
Make a big impact with a dynamic small charity transforming young people’s lives London.
Construction Youth Trust is an ambitious and innovative charity whose mission to inspire and enable young people to overcome barriers and achieve their full career potential. Social mobility is at the heart of our work, and we prioritise working with young people from low-income backgrounds and those who are facing significant barriers to employment.
We help young people recognise their potential, develop their confidence and skills and discover career opportunities never previously presented to them. Through our long-standing partnerships with employers in the construction and built environment sector (over 200+ across London), we connect young people to relatable role models, world of work experiences and ultimately rewarding jobs and apprenticeships. The built environment is at the forefront of the drive towards achieving net zero and future economic growth, offering young people substantial opportunity for career progression.
We are seeking an entrepreneurial, confident and target-orientated Senior Fundraising Manager who will join our successful Partnerships Team to support and lead on the cultivation and stewardship of potential and existing corporate supporters, trusts and foundations, major donors and statutory bodies, with the aim of driving significant income growth to match the ambitions of our new Business Plan.
What will I be doing?
You will think strategically and work closely with the Head of Development to develop persuasive cases for support tailored to corporates, trusts and foundations, major donors and statutory bodies. You will also build and maintain successful long-term relationships with CYT’s existing funders.
Developing and designing high-quality applications, presentations, and pitches to secure five and six figure funding opportunities from a wider variety is essential to the role as is overseeing CYT’s communications, website and social media channels with the aim of increasing engagement with key CYT funders and in-kind supporters.
What knowledge and experience are we looking for?
Knowledge and experience in a charity fundraising role
A successful track record of developing and securing new income streams
Proven experience of delivering against stretching income generation targets, goals and deadlines
Experience managing and building key strategic relationships and/or significant client partnerships
Experience of establishing and overseeing relationship management and stewardship processes
Experience of line managing and motivating people, working collaboratively and working at a senior level
What abilities/skills are we looking for?
Entrepreneurial flair and ability to challenge current ways of working
Excellent interpersonal & relationship building skills
Persuasive communication and business development skills, both written and oral
Highly credible with confidence, gravitas and ability to influence at a high level
Proven ability to identify and develop income generation opportunities and bring fundraising opportunities and negotiations to a successful conclusion
NOTE: prior knowledge of the construction and built environment sector is not an essential requirement of this role.
What will I gain?
Every member of the CYT team gets involved in the charity's strategic development and impact and contributes to our work supporting young people fulfil their potential.
In return, we make sure you are supported by a warm and collaborative team, a wide range of career and personal development opportunities and high-quality tools, policies and processes to enable you to do your job well.
Benefits include minimum 25 days leave (plus an additional “Day for You”), hybrid working, opportunity to take a 6-week sabbatical after 3 years of service; a supportive Training and Development policy which encourages colleagues to develop as professionals and achieve relevant qualifications (e.g. CIOF’s Certificate in Fundraising).
How do I apply?
If you are passionate about transforming the life chances of young people, please send your fully completed application form with particular attention to your supporting statement (no more than 500 words) explaining why the role interests you and how you meet the person specification.
We strongly believe that a diverse and inclusive team is vital to our work. We are especially interested in hearing from individuals from ethnic minority backgrounds and/or those with a lived experience of the young people we support.
Closing date: 2nd August 2024. However, we may interview candidates as we receive suitable applications and close the application deadline earlier if a successful candidate is found.
A second interview may also be required.
You can access the Application Form, Job Description and Person Specification for this role on the Charity Jobs page.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We will only consider candidates for employment that share this commitment. All roles are subject to safer recruitment practices, and this position will require an Enhanced Disclosure with Barred list check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are looking to recruit someone passionate about the outdoors and helping young people to become our CEO for corporate responsibility in a co-CEO role. We believe this represents an exceptional opportunity to help shape the Green Team strategy for the next decade, continue to grow the team and further enhance its reputation.
Overview
The Green Team was founded in 1995 to support young people to succeed in achieving the Duke of Edinburgh award. Since then, the team has grown significantly and now offers nine programmes along with corporate volunteering days and holiday activities. From one member of staff and a few volunteers, we now have 10 staff and over 50 volunteers.
The growth of the team since 1995 has been primarily driven by our current CEO, Penny Radway. The size of the organisation and number of programmes run mean that we believe the time is right to introduce a dual CEO approach. Penny will focus on CEO responsibilities for delivering our programmes.
The role
To co-lead the charity promoting the mission, aims, values and objectives, be directly responsible for specific agreed areas of the charity’s corporate operations while overseeing and ensuring the success of these operations. To increase income generation, specifically unrestricted funds, enhance existing financial controls, and impact reporting. To also ensure there are clear and impactful communications, partnerships and marketing approaches for the development of the Green Team.
Work in partnership with the Co-CEO Programmes to advise the Trustees on the strategic direction of the organisation and to implement Board decisions. To ensure the sustainability of the Green Team, with a focus on increasing unrestricted funds to achieve longevity of the organisation.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are excited to share news of an opening for a new Senior Philanthropy Manager within our Partnerships and Philanthropy Team, aligned to Major Gifts and High Profile Events.
The Philanthropy team are moving through a period of change and growth which will set this team up to strategically focus their resources and skill where it is most needed, in order to attract, cultivate and retain strategic philanthropic income.
Reporting to the Head of Partnerships & Philanthropy, the Senior Philanthropy Manager will lead a team to raise philanthropic income at the five, six and seven figure level and deliver a portfolio of successful High Profile Events. This is a unique opportunity to join CHAS at a key moment in our future developments.
About you
To be successful in this role, you will have skill and experience in the following areas:
- Substantial experience of, and a strong track record in, major gift fundraising, including personally soliciting and stewarding 5, 6 and 7 figure gifts from major donors.
- Good leadership skills with experience of leading a small team, nurturing development and managing performance.
- Excellent verbal, interpersonal and written skills with great attention to detail, and an ability to flex your style according to the audience.
- Experience in income generating and stewardship event development, project management and delivery.
- Managing a diverse workload with multiple deadlines, deliverables and stakeholders, thinking creatively to leverage opportunities and develop relationships.
Why CHAS?
At CHAS, we support families during the toughest of times. We have ambitions to reach every family in Scotland who is living with the heart-breaking prognosis that their child is dying and offer them our care and support to empower them to make the most of the short time they have together. The skill, determination and creative flair of our Fundraising Teams makes this possible.
We offer
- Flexible Working: our teams work flexibly and in a hybrid manner with time split between at home and onsite in Edinburgh and Glasgow. CHAS offers flexible and family friendly working. and are happy to discuss working arrangements that work for you!
- Development Opportunities: exposure to a variety of fundraising activities
- Professional Growth: Work with industry leaders in a high-performing team where you will be encouraged and supported to excel and develop your skills.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Including generous annual leave and pension, incremental salary progression, access to Blue Light discounts, and health and wellbeing support.
Further information and how to apply
If this sounds like you, we would love you to apply!
Follow the link below to find more information including:
· Recruitment Pack including full Job Description
· Full list of benefits
· Contact details to arrange an informal chat with the hiring manager.
· Contact details for support with the recruitment process.
To apply you will be asked to answer a couple of questions and submit your CV or complete our full application form.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
There are just under 37,000 blind and partially sighted children and young people in England and Wales. Every day, four more children will be diagnosed with sight loss. RSBC believes that every blind young person should have the chance to live life without limits. By giving young people the essential skills to take control of their life, they can unleash their true potential. Prospectus is excited to be helping with their search for a Strategic Partnerships Manager.
Working alongside the Head of Relationship Fundraising, the High Value Lead and the Community & Events Fundraising Manager this role is responsible for winning new business, developing relationships and providing first-class stewardship and account management across a mixed portfolio of individual, organisational and grant-making relationships. The focus will be on long-term mutually rewarding, strategic and/or commercial partnerships.
An accomplished partnerships manager the successful applicant will have a demonstrable track record of securing funding from corporate and/or philanthropic supporters, working to an annual income target of £300k or above. You will be dynamic and results-focussed, thriving when proactively spotting opportunities and converting them into something concrete. If you are curious, tenacious and passionate about the cause then this exciting role could be for you!
At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process then please contact Rhiannon Mehta at Prospectus.
If you feel you meet some of the criteria but not all, we really hope you'll enquire and learn more. Prospectus can advise and support on each part of the role and hopefully your application, so we look forward to hearing from you.
In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will arrange for a meeting to brief you on the role. You'll then have all the information you need to formally apply. We are looking forward to connecting with you soon.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Age UK is currently recruiting for an experienced Financial Planning & Analysis Manager to drive the organisation's mission and strategy forward to maximise the impact of our fundraising and branding initiatives alongside our Age International operations.
It's an exciting time to join Age UK, and in this role, you'll have a direct opportunity to contribute to our vision to improve the lives of older people by managing the financial
health and sustainability of our Fundraising, Brand and International operations.
In this crucial new role, you will be providing financial advice and business intelligence directly to those making the decisions on how Age UK spends its money to deliver the best possible service to older people.
As Financial Planning & Analysis Manager, you'll draw upon your extensive expertise in financial analysis, modelling, planning and management, to provide solid, informed, and strategic financial decisions to our senior executive team and budget holders.
With strong analytical skills, coupled with the ability to confidently communicate and effectively present to diverse audiences; in this role you'll manage a team of two, and work alongside department heads to actively lead the way for our financial charitable strategy.
If you have passion for the mission and values of Age UK, combined with a desire to contribute to positive social impact, this role may be for you!
This is a hybrid opportunity, a blend of homebased and office working. Our linked office for this role is in London and you would be expected to attend the office around once a month for team days and more often if necessary.
Age UK internal grade - 4L
Must haves:
* Proven experience in financial planning, analysis, and budgeting, preferably within the nonprofit or charity sector.
* Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and generate actionable insights.
* Proficiency in financial modelling, forecasting, and scenario analysis.
* Comprehensive knowledge of financial reporting standards and best practices.
* Excellent leadership and team management abilities, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team culture.
* Outstanding communication and presentation skills, capable of effectively conveying financial information to diverse audiences.
* Excellent organisational skills and ability to juggle multiple pieces of work simultaneously, delivering to deadlines whilst managing expectations across multiple stakeholders.
* Knowledge and proven experience working with financial accounting packages and corporate reporting systems. Power BI and Navision experience advantageous but not essential.
* A passion for the mission and values of the Age UK, combined with a desire to contribute to positive social impact.
What we offer in return
- Competitive salary, 26 days annual leave + bank holidays + annual leave purchase scheme
- Excellent pension scheme, life assurance, health cashback plan and EAP
- Car Benefit Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme and Season Ticket Loan
- Techscheme - buy any tech from Apple or Currys, up to £1000, and spread the cost over 12 months, interest free
- Blue Light Card Scheme
- You Did It Awards - recognition awards from £100-250.
Additional Information
All CVs will be anonymised by our recruitment system when you apply for a role at Age UK. Please note that our system is unable to anonymise cover letters, and we would therefore ask that to support the work we are doing on making our recruitment selection process fairer and more unbiased, that you remove any personal information from your cover letter/supporting statement, including your name before uploading this. All equalities monitoring information is also anonymised and not shared with the hiring panel. Your name and address will only be known to us once you are invited for an interview.
Age UK is an Equal Opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We guarantee an interview to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria under the Disability Confident Scheme. Please note that on occasion, due to high numbers of applications, Age UK reserves the right to limit the overall number of interviews offered, and therefore, it may not always be practicable or appropriate to interview all disabled people that meet the minimum criteria for the job.
Age UK is committed to safeguarding adults at risk, and children, from abuse and neglect. We expect everyone who works with us to share this commitment.
Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert at any time.
Age UK politely requests no contact from recruitment agencies or media sales. We do not accept speculative CVs from recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.
About Future Frontiers
At Future Frontiers, we support young people from disadvantaged backgrounds to realise their potential at school and achieve post-16 qualifications that build towards secure, fulfilling employment.
In partnership with schools, businesses and supporters, we deliver an evidence-based programme of career coaching and 1:1 guidance for young people when they are in Year 10 and 11. This year, we are working with 3,000 young people across Greater London.
Our five-year strategy for 2021-26 is focused on ensuring that our programme achieves meaningful long-term impact at the post-16 transition, transforming the life-chances of disadvantaged young people. You can find out more about our pupil journey and impact so far in the Annual Impact Reports on our website.
The role
We are seeking a dynamic Director of Income Generation to join our senior leadership team. This new and pivotal role will be responsible for developing and implementing robust income generation strategies to diversify and grow our funding and trading streams.
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in fundraising or sales, building strategic partnerships, and driving innovation in income generation. As a key player in our organisation, you will lead a dedicated team and work collaboratively to ensure the sustainability and expansion of our vital programmes.
Key responsibilities
Income Generation Strategy:
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Develop and execute a comprehensive income generation strategy that aligns with the charity’s mission and goals;
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Identify and explore new income streams, including fundraising, partnerships, and product development.
Fundraising:
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Oversee all fundraising activities, including trusts and foundations and individual giving;
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Cultivate and maintain relationships with major donors, funders, and sponsors;
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Develop compelling fundraising campaigns, events and initiatives to attract new supporters;
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Oversee bids and pitches;
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Act as an ambassador for the charity, championing its interests locally and nationally with stakeholders and potential supporters.
Business Development and Partnerships:
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Identify, establish, and nurture strategic partnerships with businesses, foundations, and other organisations;
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Develop new business and partnership engagement communications - a suite of tools and collateral;
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Negotiate partnership agreements and manage ongoing relationships to maximise mutual benefits;
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Leverage partnerships to enhance the charity’s visibility, credibility, and reach;
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Ensure high levels of engagement and satisfaction among business partners and volunteer coaches.
Product Development:
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Innovate and develop new products and services that align with the charity’s mission and generate income;
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Collaborate with the programme delivery team and the CEO to identify and drive opportunities for product development and diversification, and to scale the organisation;
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Oversee the implementation and marketing of new products.
Marketing and Communications:
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Work closely with the CEO to develop marketing and communications strategies and plans that align with the charity’s goals and objectives;
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Enhance the charity’s reputation through effective brand management, ensuring consistent branding and messaging across all channels;
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Oversee the creation of compelling campaigns and content, and the charity’s digital presence including website, SEO and social media.
Leadership and Team Management:
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Lead, inspire, and develop a high-performing income generation team including four direct reports (Senior Fundraising Manager, Head of New Business Partnerships, Head of Partnership Experience, Head of School Partnerships);
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Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence within the team;
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Set clear objectives, provide regular feedback, and support professional development;
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Collaborate with the wider Leadership Team on Future Frontiers’ strategy and plan for growth;
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Play a key role in the development and delivery of charity-wide culture initiatives and the EDI strategy.
Financial Management:
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Prepare and manage the income generation budget, ensuring effective allocation of resources;
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Monitor and report on income generation performance, providing regular updates to the CEO and Board of Trustees;
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Oversee production of annual report and fundraising matters for the annual accounts and audit;
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Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and best practices in fundraising management.
Innovation and Continuous Improvement:
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Stay abreast of trends, opportunities, and challenges in the fundraising, education and social mobility sectors;
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Encourage and implement innovative approaches to income generation;
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Continuously evaluate and improve income generation strategies and processes, including maximising effectiveness of the CRM system (SalesForce).
About you
Experience:
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Proven experience in developing and delivering successful income generation strategies (Essential);
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Demonstrated success in growing income through diverse streams, including one or more of fundraising, partnerships, philanthropy and product development (Essential);
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A passion for social mobility and a commitment to the charity’s mission (Essential);
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Experience in the social mobility, education, or youth sectors (Desirable);
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Knowledge of relevant fundraising regulations and best practices (Desirable).
Skills and competencies
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Passion for Future Frontiers’ mission: You are motivated to play a role in empowering disadvantaged young people to realise their potential.
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Commercially minded;
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Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate others;
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Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with a wide range of stakeholders;
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Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
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Negotiating and influencing through persuasion and consensus building;
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People-orientated and compassionate;
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Ability to remain calm under pressure and resilient when times get tough;
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Listens and consults effectively;
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Commitment to our six values - outline on page 23 of our 2021-26 strategy: Building Lasting Impact
What we can offer you
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Annual leave of 27 days plus bank holidays, increasing with service
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Flexible working with regular working from home as standard, 4pm finish on Fridays
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Annual personal training and development budget of £300
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Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling
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Team building offsites and regular team socials throughout the year
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Additional parental leave pay and additional childcare leave for child’s first 2 years
Equal opportunities, diversity and inclusion
Here at Future Frontiers we are dedicated to the practice of equal opportunities. The principles of it underpin our mission and we treat all employees, volunteers, clients and young people as individuals. We believe in having an open and inclusive culture that champions diversity in all its forms, including disability, culture, race, gender, sexual orientation, age, life experiences, socio-economic background, and religion.
We encourage everyone to apply for our roles. If you would like to talk to us about working at Future Frontiers in advance of your application, particularly regarding diversity, we strongly encourage you to contact us via email and we will arrange a call. We’d love to hear from you.
We are particularly interested to hear from candidates who have not been to university or who have lived experiences relatable to our young people.
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Deadline: Sunday 11th August 6pm
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Initial online interviews will be held in the afternoon of Wednesday 28th or Thursday 29th August 2024
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Final, in-person interviews are expected to be held on Tuesday 10th September 2024 at our office in London Bridge
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Regional Business Development Manager (Institutional Funding), Southern Africa
Location: Based in Pretoria or any of the cities where WaterAid has presence in the region
Deadline: 11 August 2024
Salary: Competitive with excellent benefits
It's hard to believe that today 844 million people do not have clean water and 2.3 billion do not have a decent toilet - around 1 in 3 of the world's population. Every two minutes a child under five dies from diarrheal diseases caused by poor water and sanitation.
Join WaterAid as our Regional Business Development Manager to change normal for millions of people so they can unlock their potential, break free from poverty and change their lives for good. On top of that you'll be joining a 2020 Great Place to Work® award-winning organisation
The Regional Business Development Manager is a central part of the Southern Africa Regional team and will play a key role in helping to expand WaterAid's funding portfolio as well as building regional intelligence, positioning WaterAid's work in our key thematic areas (such as health and climate), and proposal development. The role will partner with country teams in the region, fundraising specialists, and technical experts across WaterAid as well as externally with donors and partners to develop a multi-year pipeline of opportunities and implementing a strategy for business development. The postholder will be a strategic thinker, who is able to challenge and mentor country funding teams to appraise opportunities critically and to produce consistent, compelling proposals and funding strategies; and to deliver on targets. This will focus on ensuring WaterAid is well positioned within key donor and consortium partner networks in the region as a "go to" partner for long term sustainable WASH programming.
Key accountabilities among others include:
Strategy
- Support country programmes in developing fundraising, donor and consortium partner strategies from a deep understanding of how to position WA's programmes within the current donor marketplace.
- Contribute to overall new business strategy in collaboration with country teams, Senior Program Development Manager and Regional Director, assessing regional performance against Key Performance Indicators and annual revenue targets.
Pipeline development and management:
- Be responsible for growing and monitoring the pipeline of relevant funding opportunities to WA country programmes, coordinating with fundraising members to communicating donor intelligence, ensuring a balanced portfolio of funding types and ambition.
- Provide strategic support to the sign on of larger funding opportunities, ensuring that WA country teams are supported to negotiate favourable positions within consortia and are able to effectively assess and mitigate for delivery risk.
- Support the improvement of cost recovery in restricted funding contracts through supporting country teams to communicate and negotiate with donors and holding CPs to account for cost recovery KPIS.
Funding skills and capabilities development:
- Monitor the fundraising skills, capabilities and investment levels within country teams, and support the development of both funding focused roles and the capability of country SMTs to engage with donors and develop funding propositions
- Play a leading role in co-creating and embedding business processes, systems, and policies for restricted funding
- Build confidence in pursuing different funding modalities, including commercial contracts through accompanying country teams in the development of complex and novel bidding approaches (with the support of global teams and consultants)
Leadership and Line management
- Responsible for working with a high-performing team of country Heads of Funding and Donor Relationship Leads across the globe. The RBDM will contribute to strategic and operational planning processes; define and deliver an agreed set of team performance targets; and providing guidance, coaching and support in helping peers achieve optimum performance.
- The RBDM will contribute towards establishing the core new business processes of the team and will lead on and ensure effective linkages with other key stakeholders
- Identify specialist training needs in the region and source relevant expertise from Programme Funding and Partnerships team (PFP) and other external avenues to address the capacity needs in the region.
To be successful, you will need the following:
- Master's Degree level qualification in international development, economics or a related discipline, or equivalent work experience.
- Approximately 10 years of experience in planning, securing and managing funds from institutional donors such as USAID, EC, UK Government, International Financial Institutions such as the WB, AfDB, local and international corporates, trust and foundations such as Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation etc.
- Substantial experience and knowledge of the institutional funding space and a deep understanding of bilateral and multilateral donors' routes to market
- Solid experience building partnerships to facilitate opportunities in consortium contracting and negotiating the position of WA in those consortia
- Demonstrable track record of developing and delivering on strategies for restricted income growth.
- Strategic networker with the ability to identify and transform opportunities into tangible results
- Ability to work in a flexible and agile way to identify opportunities and address challenges
- Ability to take complex information and simplify for audiences
How to Apply:
Click on Apply via website to download the job description.
If you are interested in the position and have the right skills and attributes, send your application consisting of a letter of interest and a CV before 11H00PM on 11 August 2024, to the email address specified in the job description using RBDM-SA as the subject of the email.
We're looking for people who share a commitment to our vision. We're looking for people with an appreciation and respect for different people and ideas, and the energy and expertise to help tackle the most important challenges. In return, you can expect to get inspiration from the change you help make happen, a sense of belonging and the feeling of being part of a global community. You will also experience stimulation and fulfilment, the chance to grow, and space to be yourself at your best. This is our pledge to you.
WaterAid is committed to ensuring that wherever we work in the world there is no tolerance for the abuse of power, privilege or trust. WaterAid reinforces a culture of zero tolerance towards any form of inappropriate behaviour, abuse, harassment, or exploitation of any kind. The safeguarding of our beneficiaries, staff, volunteers and anyone working on our behalf, is our top priority, and we take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff and volunteers are required to share in this commitment through our Global Code of Conduct. We will conduct the most appropriate preemployment references and checks to ensure high standards are maintained.
WaterAid is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity. We particularly encourage applications from women who are underrepresented at this level in the organisation.
Only candidates shortlisted for interviewing will be contacted within two weeks of the closing date for applications.
Our vision is a world where everyone, everywhere has sustainable and safe water, sanitation and hygiene.
Public Affairs and Communications Manager
Cambridge House is looking for motivated and creative people who are willing to go the extra mile to create a more just society. Our innovative London-based charity has been tackling poverty, social inequity, and social injustice since 1889. We provide a range of services that are designed to improve people’s lives as well as transform society through research and social action.
Our team is very diverse in terms of cultural diversity and lived experience, the roles combine office-based and remote working, and we offer staff a range of competitive benefits.
This new Public Affairs and Communications Manager role will work closely with our Chief Executive and Heads of Services and is responsible for:
- Developing and implementing organisation-wide external communications and policy influencing strategies
- Enhancing our influence, reputation and profile both locally and nationally
- Developing strategic alliances to jointly raise awareness and drive media campaigns
- Maintaining the reputation of Cambridge House as an expert, lived experience and evidenced-based source of information
The successful candidate will be a public affairs professional with experience of:
- Delivering strategic public affairs and/or campaigning work designed to raise awareness and profile of an organisation and effect change
- Creating great communications using a mixture of traditional and digital communication methods – including social media
Please go to our website to download a recruitment pack.Applications must be accompanied by a CV (which should include details of 2 reference contacts) and a supporting statment , plus our criminal records declaration form and diversity monitoring (both forms are available to download from our website).
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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At The Lullaby Trust our vision is clear: a world where no baby dies suddenly or unexpectedly, and every grieving family gets the support they need. We exist to keep babies safe and support bereaved families.
We give families a safer start to life and create a supportive space for anyone whose baby or infant has died suddenly or unexpectedly. We empower families and health professionals with trusted advice on keeping babies safe, backed by research, and provide grieving families with bereavement support, side-by-side.
Since 1991 we have reduced the rate of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome by 82% and saved the lives of over 32,000 babies. But our work is not over, as three babies still die suddenly and unexpectedly a week.
As the Digital Marketing Manager, you will be responsible for the digital marketing strategy and all marketing activity for The Lullaby Trust. The post holder will lead a team to deliver all digital marketing activity and focus on continually developing our digital marketing and digital brand presence to achieve our organisational objectives.
It is a key time to be joining The Lullaby Trust as we develop our new brand positioning, new website and creative direction, to help us reach more families and supporters than ever.
We are a friendly, flexible employer and want to create a diverse and inclusive work environment for everyone.
If this excites you, we would love to hear from you. For more information on the role and how to apply, please download our job pack.
For every baby. For every family. Forever. Together, we can keep babies safe.
Please do not use AI software to generate your answers; it is usually obvious when this has been done as the answers generated tend to then be exactly the same as other candidates. We'd love to see what you can uniquely bring to the role.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Regional Manager - Norwich
Fixed term until 31 August 2025
This is a remote role, requiring regular travel to locations in and around Norwich
About Career Ready
We are a UK-wide social mobility charity that believes that every young person deserves the opportunity to enjoy a rewarding future.
We were founded in 2002 by leading business figures with a mission: to boost social mobility by empowering young people and giving their talents a platform to flourish. Since then, we’ve grown across the UK to support young people in areas of need.
Our programme gives young people the key skills, confidence, and experiences they need to kickstart their futures. In partnership with our network we deliver a targeted programme providing young people aged 15-18 with a paid internship and mentor, workplace visits, and skills masterclasses.
Our organisational values underpin how we work and are at the core of everything we do. Career Ready’s values are: trust, bravery, collaboration, empowerment and inclusion.
Role Purpose
This is an exciting opportunity to join our dedicated team of Regional Managers, where you will work in partnership with employers and schools to deliver our impactful programme.
The main purpose of this role is to grow, develop and deliver all aspects of the day-to-day relationship management of:
· Schools and colleges running the Career Ready programme
· Local employer supporters, corporate partners supporters, other key local stakeholders and networks
You will be responsible for a local patch of schools and colleges and a portfolio of employer partnerships. Regional Managers are also responsible for building and maintaining a local network of employer supporters and seeking opportunities for new employer support.
There will be opportunities to be creative, as well as being autonomous in how you run and develop the programme with the Career Ready schools and colleges in your area.
What you’ll bring to the role
This is a wonderful role that requires passion for our purpose and a broad range of skills, experience and the ability to demonstrate an understanding of the environments we operate in. You can develop, grow and maintain valuable and valued relationships through your motivation for what we do, with a passion that inspires and engages others, alongside the capacity to identify and manage multiple priorities. You need to thrive on attention to detail, be able to listen to what is not said, be well organised and confident to engage with and influence a wide range of people. You will research and approach opportunities and outcomes with an entrepreneurial mindset.
For the essential key qualities and skills required for this role, please see the Job Description.
Benefits of Joining Career Ready
You will be rewarded with the following benefits:
- 6% contribution to personal pension plan, subject to 3% employee contribution
- Annual leave: 25 days per annum plus bank/public holidays. The charity is also closed between Christmas and New Year and there are an additional 2 days of leave available in August. Career Ready also allows flexible use of some Bank & Public Holidays
- Interest-free season ticket or bicycle purchase loans (or Cycle To Work Scheme).
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Flexible working: We strongly embody trust. We can support condensed / flexible working patterns. [This is a remote working role with regular visits to schools, colleges and work places].
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You’ll be part of a diverse, supportive, and friendly team
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are looking for a Kent based Fundraising Manager to join an incredible mental health charity and lead on the development of fundraising from a range of community groups, events and corporates.
This is a hybrid role with two - three days a week in the Kent office.
The Charity
A small, passionate charity who provide advice and support to empower anyone experiencing mental health struggles, campaign to improve services and raise awareness to promote understanding. You will be joining a highly respected organisation known for its supportive and inclusive working culture, offering fantastic benefits!
The Role
Reporting into the CEO to lead and deliver fundirasing actvities across the Kent locality.
Lead on fundraising strategy that includes the delivery of existing fundraising activity and develop new initiatives based on insight and evidence.
Lead on the growth and development of new fundraising functions, including, events, community initiatives, online giving, and support Charity of the Year and other giving initiatives from businesses.
Oversee and manage the fundraising budget and have a confident understanding and knowledge of excel.
The Candidate
Experience relationship and stakeholder management experience.
A confident networker, comfortable securing new and managing existing partnerships, individuals and groups encouraging them to raise money.
Be familiar with meeting financial fundraising targets and experience of managing budgets.
Confident with accurate data entry.
IMPORTANT NOTE
This charity is looking to interview ASAP so please get in touch straight away to find out more!
Our aim is to respond to all successful applications within 5 days. If you havent been contacted within 5 days your application has been unsuccessful, but we positively encourage you to apply for any other positions that you may see in the future.
We apologise that we cannot contact everybody in person but thank you in advance for your interest.
Third Solutions encourages applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Third Solutions acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003.
HR Business Partner
(a charity committed to community transformation)
Permanent, part-time post, 20 hours per week (0.5FTE), inclusive of breaks
Salary: £21,850 per annum (if based in London add an additional £1,612 p.a.) for a 0.5FTE role
Hybrid: Some travel around the UK will also be required.
Are you a Human Resources practitioner looking for your next challenge, and passionate about building community and creating social change? We are looking for an HR Business Partner who can help develop our people and teams, supporting a positive culture built on our relationships, vision, and ethos.
Oasis exists to create healthy thriving communities and reduce exclusion, through a holistic approach to community development and social innovation. Our work is centred in local communities where we provide education; youth, children and families work; and community services. We are also working in reducing homelessness, the prevention of human trafficking, and the creation of the UK’s first secure school, Oasis Restore.
Oasis’ work and mission has grown rapidly in the last decade. We are looking to recruit a HR Business Partner to help us move into our next phase of growth and build the capacity of our Oasis Operations Team.
This is a new and integral position in our charity, so you will need solid employee relation experience and employment law knowledge, to advise managers confidently. Working as part of the established Operations Team, you will also input into finance and budgets, recruitment at senior levels, and developing our policies in line with our ethos and 9 Habits. It’s a bit of everything, which is what makes this role exciting and a great opportunity for someone who is eager to get hands-on experience in working on the People Strategy of a national charity. As part of the wider Oasis family you will be well supported; being able to work collaboratively with different teams and functions, as well as managing your own workload, is essential.
While we envisage the ideal candidate would have a relevant HR qualification, we recognise that as a people professional, a candidate may bring extensive experience, creativity, and wisdom in this field, instead. We are looking for applicants who demonstrate that they align with the Oasis ethos and values. So, if you are interested in this role but aren’t sure, please do contact us for a confidential discussion. We would love to hear from you!
For your expertise and commitment, Oasis can offer:
· A truly supportive network and family of staff in a motivating working environment.
· A non-contributory defined benefit pension scheme with 7% Employer contributions.
· 25 days annual leave (plus Bank Holiday), rising to 33 days over time (pro rata for part-time)
· A Cycle to Work scheme and eligibility to join a cashplan healthcare scheme.
· The opportunity to be part of a movement making positive change in communities.
For further information or to apply, please go to the Oasis UK charity website.
Completed applications should be returned by 9am Friday 2nd August 2024.
Final interviews will take place in London on Wednesday 14th August 2024. Please submit your CV and covering letter at your earliest convenience. In your covering letter, please answer the following three questions:
1. With all the HR opportunities available, what inspires you about this role and what is your motivation for applying with Oasis in particular?
2. Please give examples that demonstrate you have the personal qualities, experience, and skills required for this role. Please highlight your experience in previous HR roles, and detail examples of where you have been successful in making an impact in terms of developing people and advising management. You may not have equal experience in all areas (of a wide-ranging brief) so please highlight what you consider to be the areas of strength or particular experience that you’ve gained to date.
3. After researching the Oasis ethos and 9 Habits, do any of these stand out to you? How might you incorporate them in your daily work and practice?
We actively encourage applications from people of all ethnic backgrounds and minority and underrepresented groups. If you require any assistance to overcome potential barriers, please let us know. Oasis is committed to making a difference to the lives of the communities it works in, and as such you must show a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the values and behaviours which flow from the Oasis ethos.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks. The successful candidate will need to show proof of right to work in the UK.
Oasis supports Equal Opportunities. Registered Charity No. 1026487
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Ealing and Hounslow Community Voluntary Service (EHCVS) is a registered local charity with over 40 years of experience supporting voluntary and community sector (VCS) groups in Ealing and, since 2012, in Hounslow. Our mission is to enhance the quality of life for less advantaged individuals by empowering local charities and volunteer organisations.
In this rapidly changing world where our sector continues to face many challenges and take on new opportunities, it is highly appropriate that Ealing CVS undertake reviewing and planning for the next three years. Consulting with our stakeholders has been a refreshing process. It has allowed us to study how well we delivered our core themes developing, connecting, representing, and innovating with the third sector in Ealing and Hounslow - and to establish new and more relevant work themes for future delivery.
Ealing and Hounslow CVS is a second-tier organisation that works with local charities and voluntary organisations in Ealing and Hounslow. Its overall aim is to provide a professional and effective service to local voluntary organisations through assistance, forming consortia, and bidding for major tranches of funding aimed at improving the lives of the local communities.
Role Overview:
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Provide infrastructure support to local voluntary and community sector (VCS) groups and social enterprises.
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Engage in one-on-one and outreach meetings to better support community needs.
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Develop and manage VCSE networks focusing on key themes like Children, Families, and Young People, Health and Wellbeing, Digital Isolation, and Safeguarding.
Key Responsibilities:
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Develop and oversee the implementation of detailed work plans for the development and funding advice service.
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Assist VCS organisations with monitoring, reviewing, and evaluating their impact.
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Provide guidance on funding streams, review proposals, and offer feedback.
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Advise on legal structures, policies, and charity registration processes.
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Planned and delivered training programs in collaboration with EHCVS staff or external trainers.
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Promote best practices and support the development of business plans, fundraising strategies, and quality assurance policies.
For more information see our recruitment pack
Are you looking for an impactful role where you can lead marketing and communications initiatives across Asia Pacific and Latin America, helping to drive positive change in farm animal welfare? Join Compassion in World Farming International in our mission to transform the global food industry and make a lasting difference. As the Marketing and Communications Manager for Asia Pacific & Latin America at Compassion in World Farming, you'll lead strategic initiatives to help end the use of caged systems and promote sustainable farming.
About us:
Compassion in World Farming International was founded in 1967 in England by Peter Roberts, a British farmer who became concerned by the development of intensive factory farming. Over 50 years ago, Peter decided to make a difference and take a stand against this farming system. In his lifetime, Peter saw the demise of barren battery cages, veal crates and gestation crates in the UK, and in Europe achieved recognition that animals are sentient beings.
Compassion in World Farming is the leading international farm animal welfare charity, campaigning to improve the lives of millions of farm animals through advocacy, lobbying for legislative change, and positive engagement with the global food industry. Our established international Food Business programme aims to drive transformational change for animal welfare enabled by a reduction in the reliance on animals sourced foods and a shift towards regenerative farming. The Food Business team operates in Europe, the US, China and APAC LATAM, and more globally through the supply chains of our corporate partners.
About the role:
As our Marketing and Communications Manager, you’ll help build the strategic vision for helping to influence the global food industry. As part of this exciting position, you'll spearhead vibrant marketing and communications strategies across Asia Pacific and Latin America, championing the end of caged systems and promoting sustainable farming practices. Your responsibilities will include proactive and reactive PR, content management, event coordination, supplier oversight, and budget management. As our Marketing and Communications Manager (Asia Pacific & Latin America) you’ll collaborate closely with the Head of Food Business APAC LATAM and regional teams, ensuring transparency through regular reporting on achievements.
About you:
We're seeking an exceptional candidate for the role of Marketing and Communications Manager (Asia Pacific & Latin America), at CIWF, who brings with them a proven track record in developing impactful strategies, especially in digital and social media.
To succeed in the role of Marketing and Communications Manager (Asia Pacific & Latin America), you will need to have previous experience in demonstrating a proficiency in devising impactful strategies, particularly within the domains of digital and social media. You’ll have a proficiency in English, complemented by skills in languages such as Thai or Japanese, is not essential, but is advantageous. You’ll have to have strong interpersonal and communication skills, coupled with a sophisticated grasp of budget management and a genuine dedication to farm animal welfare. Previous skills and qualifications encompass an advanced degree or pertinent experience in PR, marketing, or communications.
Join us on a collective mission to shape a compassionate future for farm animals worldwide, while experiencing a workplace that truly cares for you:
• Enjoy an enhanced annual leave of 25 days per year, along with bank holidays *
• Free onsite parking at HQ
• Optional savings schemes * Embrace a fulfilling career that prioritises your well-being, while also enjoying Excellent Development opportunities
• Hybrid working model
• A defined Contribution Pension Scheme
Applications:
Cutoff date: 9th August 2024
1st Stage Interviews: W/C 19th August 2024
Please complete the online application form to upload your CV and a covering letter outlining how you meet the Person Specification detailed in the job description.
Please note that we reserve the right to commence interviews on a rolling programme.
Compassion in World Farming is absolutely committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone regardless of their background. We value diversity and live experience and acknowledge the underrepresentation of people from certain backgrounds, both within our organisation and across the sector. We welcome applications from underrepresented groups, whether these be of ethnicity, gender, identity, religion, physical ability, sexual orientation or other.
* dependant on role and location
To comply with legal requirements, as part of our selection procedure we ask all potential employees to prove their eligibility to work in the UK.
Location: HQ based (hybrid flexible working available with at least two days in office per week)
Job Type: Full-time, fixed term contract till 31st March 2025 (with possible contract extension, subject to additional funding)
Hours: 37 hours per week
Salary: £37,000-£42,000
You may also have experience in the following: Communications Officer, Internal Communications, CRM, Marketing Assistant, Marketing Executive, Marketing Officer, Communications Executive, Communications, Public Relations manager, PR Manager, Marketing Management etc
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