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Content Manager
Remote working
£39,000 - £40,000 pa pro rata plus excellent benefits
35 hours per week
11 month fixed-term contract

The Content Manager is responsible for creating and delivering impactful content that showcases RNID’s work and engages our audiences. Managing one direct line report, the postholder works closely with colleagues in Marcomms and Fundraising to ensure RNID’s supporter communications are high quality and on brand.

You will:

• Produce the supporter magazine three times a year. This includes planning the content; writing, editing and sourcing articles; coordinating regular contributors; working with designers; and project managing each magazine’s production from concept through to delivery
• Write engaging content for other materials aimed at new and existing supporters, such as fundraising appeals and RNID's case for support
• Line manage the Content Officer
• Review and edit content to ensure it adheres to brand guidelines, acting as an expert on RNID’s tone of voice
• Take ownership of the content function at RNID, write up key processes relating to the magazine and supporter content, and follow project delivery processes
• Work with key stakeholders in areas such as design, digital marketing and fundraising to ensure projects and deliverables are completed to time and standard
• Ensure existing supporter content is monitored and refreshed as required
• Track and act on data related to the magazine

You

We’re looking for an experienced writer with the ability to engage and inspire our supporter audiences. You’ll feel comfortable learning our brand guidelines and tone of voice, and you’ll be able to act as an expert on these. While line management experience isn’t essential, you’ll have an interest in coaching and developing one direct line report, as well as in collaborating with colleagues in a remote working environment. You’re confident managing projects from start to finish, following internal processes to get the best from stakeholders.

Essential skills for the role

• Strong communication, copywriting and editing skills
• Experience creating content for an organisation, ideally for print and digital channels
• Experience managing projects and working with different stakeholders, such as designers and external copywriters
• Experience using the Microsoft Office package

Desirable skills for the role

• Experience producing a magazine or similar print publication
• Experience of the charity sector and an understanding of different charity audiences, particularly in fundraising
• Experience creating, learning and/or following an organisation’s brand guidelines and/or tone of voice
• Experience setting and/or following internal processes related to content production and requesting work from creatives
• Line management experience
• Experience tracking and acting on content data and insight 

We are RNID: the national charity supporting the 18 million people in the UK who are deaf, have hearing loss or tinnitus. Together, we will end the discrimination faced by our communities, help people hear better now and fund world-class research to restore hearing and silence tinnitus.

We are a remote working organisation, with colleagues based across the UK, Scottish Highlands and Northern Ireland. We come together in person each year for our Staff Summits, inspirational events for sharing skills and ideas, hearing from external speakers and spending quality time with colleagues. Working in this way, we bring together the best of digital and in-person working in a modern, progressive organisation.

We know our colleagues have responsibilities and interests outside work and we want to support that, which is why we offer a sector-leading flexible working policy to all our staff from day one. Our values are at the heart of how we work and communicate with each other, and the outside world. We strive to be an organisation that is connected, insightful, curious and passionate in everything we do.

We champion the value of difference and equality and celebrate our diverse and inclusive workforce. We actively encourage applications from eligible candidates from BAME backgrounds or who are deaf or hard of hearing. With almost 20% of our employees having a disability we proudly hold Disability Confident Leader status and guarantee an interview for disabled applicants meeting the minimum essential criteria.

Closing date: 19 January 2025
Interviews: w/c 4 February 2025

Bromley Experts by Experience is a local Deaf and Disabled People’s Organisation, run by and for Deaf and Disabled people and carers in Bromley and neighbouring Boroughs.

We have a vision of a world where Disabled people are able to live their lives independently, in the way they choose, participating fully in society and enjoying equity and respect for diversity.

Our mission is to enable Deaf and Disabled people and carers in Bromley and neighbouring Boroughs to fully understand our rights, develop collective pride and build skills and experience in self-advocacy and strong civic participation. We believe this will allow Disabled people to lead in challenging discrimination in Bromley and beyond, breaking down barriers to independence, choice and equity. 

Our aims are:

• To support Disabled people to get our voices heard and to influence change locally.
• To campaign for an inclusive and accessible society.
• To support, develop and celebrate Disabled people’s skills and leadership.

The majority of the hours will be supporting volunteers in our office in Anerley, in addition to attending face to face meetings and events in Bromley Borough and occasionally in London. 

Annual leave: 5.6 weeks per year including bank holidays, pro rata

Pension: Statutory opt in rules applied to all our jobs

How to apply:

Please complete an application form in written or video format. Please include a supporting statement that gives examples of how you meet each criteria in the person specification, your contact details, your work and education history, details of two references and how you learnt about the vacancy.

Closing date for applications is 11:59pm on Sunday 19th January 2025.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to lead a 20 minute ‘getting to know you’ session with our volunteers at our Anerley office on Thursday 30th January 2025.

Successful candidates will then be invited to an online interview on Monday 3rd February 2025.

What you will do:

• Proactively look for opportunities to recruit volunteers with lived experience, by promoting our volunteering opportunities across the borough, supporting stalls at community events and contributing articles celebrating volunteer achievements in our monthly newsletter and on our social media.
• Respond promptly to enquiries about volunteering, engage with individuals to encourage them to volunteer and interview potential volunteers to identify their strengths, interests, development and support needs. 
• Support volunteers to successfully undertake a programme of induction training, agree ongoing task plans for each volunteer to monitor progress, carry out regular one to one meetings with volunteers and provide support for volunteers to deliver specific tasks and projects.
• Co-ordinate regular volunteer team meetings, review volunteer management policies and procedures, take a lead on initiatives such as volunteers week events and volunteer fayres and keep up-to-date records about volunteers and individual progress.

This job is for you if:

• You have personal lived experience of being Deaf, Disabled and/or a carer.
• You have interpersonal skills to communicate and build rapport with people from a diverse range of cultural, professional and personal backgrounds.
• You have networking skills to build links with stakeholders in Bromley Borough. 
• You have excellent people skills, with experience of motivating others and empowering them to overcome barriers to reach their potential.
• You can problem-solve, meet targets and plan and prioritise your workload. 
• You are able to cope with limited resources, seize opportunities and think creatively.​

Charity People is partnering with Auditory Verbal UK to recruit a CRM Manager to join their team.

Committed to raising expectations and outcomes for deaf children in the UK, the organisation provides direct support through a family-centred, early intervention therapeutic approach which equips parents and caregivers with the tools needed to support the optimum development of their deaf child's listening and spoken language.

As CRM Manager joining you'll be joining a small, passionate team, within an organisation that values, develops and retains its staff and which places wellbeing at the heart of its culture.
 

CRM Manager

Contract: Permanent role with fully flexible working options including part time (minimum four days per week) supported and considered

Salary: £40,000 per annum

Location: Hybrid or remote - the charity's office is in Bermondsey, London and the postholder can choose to spend time in the office weekly or to be based remotely anywhere in the UK

Benefits: generous 27-day annual leave entitlement plus one extra "privilege day", and 7% employer pension contribution

Closing date for applications: midnight on Thursday 9th January

First and second stage interviews will be held remotely weeks commencing: 13th and 20th of January

Joining as CRM Manager you will hold responsibility for the Salesforce CRM including data usage, behaviours and data protection within the organisation. You'll work both strategically and operationally to ensure that the wider AVUK team optimises Salesforce and will have a significant impact on the way the organisation uses and develops the CRM, improving processes and innovating new ways of working.

Core responsibilities within your role will include:

• Management of the Salesforce system, ensuring it is configured and maintained to support the business processes and reporting requirements of AVUK
• Develop and implement a CRM strategy, roadmap and governance framework in consultation with key stakeholders and users across the organisation
• Provide Subject Matter Expertise, training, support and guidance to Salesforce users, ensuring they have the skills and confidence to use the system effectively and efficiently
• Monitor and evaluate the performance and impact of the Salesforce system, using data and feedback to identify and prioritise improvements and innovations
• Ensure the ongoing integrity and completeness of data
• Work with external consultants and developers to deliver enhancements and integrations, ensuring they are aligned with the CRM strategy and best practices
• Optimise the benefits of the CRM across data imports, bulk updates, ad hoc analysis
• Exploit the user configurable functionality of Salesforce, including custom views, charts, dashboards and reports
• Work to understand and keep abreast of new technologies and applications and their impact on optimising CRMs
• Ensure the Salesforce system complies with data protection, security and quality standards, policies and procedures.
• Manage the CRM budget and resources, ensuring value for money and return on investment

The CRM Manager will be a key member of the team working across the organisation to support best practice in data storage, processing and interpretation. A natural 'data scientist', you'll reliably support internal customers in their understanding, adoption and use of good data practices, while managing key relationships with external suppliers.

We would love to hear from you if you have the following skills and experience:

• Significant experience of managing and developing a CRM system, ideally Salesforce, within a complex and dynamic organisation
• Strong project management and problem-solving skills, with the ability to deliver CRM projects and initiatives on time and within budget
• Strong analytical skills and experience in use of data science skills in the context of optimising CRM systems
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders and users
• High level of IT literacy and proficiency, with the ability to use various tools and platforms to analyse, manipulate and present data
• Knowledge and awareness of Data Protection and implementing organisational policies
• Ability to coach and train others

We're particularly interested to receive applications from candidates who have the below, although this is in no way essential:

• Relevant qualification or certification in CRM, Salesforce or related field
• Experience of working in the charity sector or with a fundraising CRM system

If you're interested in hearing more about this opportunity, please send your CV to Alice at Charity People in the first instance. 

Charity People and actively promotes equality, diversity, and inclusion. We match charity needs with skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the charities we work with.

A world class drama school and educational charity, LAMDA – the London Academy of Music & Dramatic Art – delivers exceptional vocational training in the performing arts. LAMDA’s core aim is to train and develop the best artists regardless of social or financial background. The Academy is at an exciting time in its evolution, paving the way for drama school training in the 21st century and developing multi-skilled creative artists and technicians. In order to ensure that its work is accessible to all, LAMDA is passionately committed to widening participation and operates a robust scholarship scheme, awarding significant support to one in five full-time students each year.

The Role

We are looking for someone who is highly organised and approachable, who displays excellent communication and administration skills. The role requires working at pace and the ability to prioritise and work well under pressure.

With proven experience in a customer facing role and confidence in creating and building relationships, you will be empathetic and professional.

Hours of work: 25 hours per week (0.71 FTE), Monday to Friday between 8.30am to 1.30pm.

Application Process

For a full job description, please visit our website via the apply button.

We want you to have the opportunity to really tell us about yourself and explain to us why this opportunity is right for you. All applications will be judged on content, not on format.

To apply, please complete:

• Application form together with the Equality and Diversity monitoring form
• All applications should address the following questions, and please attach a basic CV:

1. Tell us a little about yourself and why this position interests you
2. Tell us what experience you have had that means you meet the person specification outlined in the job description, include practical examples

To be considered for this role, please send the above information by email to the HR Department.

Closing date for applications: Midday on Friday 10 January 2025.

Interviews will be held w/c 13 January 2025.

We welcome applications from people of the global majority and those with disabilities, as these groups are under-represented at LAMDA.

We would like to hear from people whose situation, background and/or identity is currently under- supported across the arts and training sector and within our organisation. Including but not limited to people who are culturally and ethnically diverse and experience racism in our society, those with LGBTQ+ identities, neurodivergent and/or d/Deaf and disabled, and those with caring responsibilities and those who have experienced socio and economic barriers.

Registered Charity No: 312821.

Permanent, part-time position (24 hours per week)
circa. £40,355 per annum, plus benefits

Your genuine passion for developing others and your commitment to fostering a learning culture is exactly why we’re seeking you to be our new Learning and Development Manager. Come and join our team at this exciting time of growth.

At Sadler’s Wells everyone is welcome.

The new role of Learning and Development (L&D) Manager will help to instil the importance of personal and professional development and expand the learning culture in our organisation.

You will work with the Director of People and Inclusion to create and deliver a L&D strategy to enhance the skills and colleague experience for our workforce and talent pipeline. 

You’ll have the chance to exercise your coaching skills, design and deliver workshops and will play a vital role in driving our line managers development programme.

We’re a supportive and hardworking team, working on a variety of projects. We have a ‘smarter working’ approach and encourage both on-site and remote working. Sadler’s Wells benefits include: 

• Employee Assistance Programme 
• Complimentary tickets and discounts 
• Enhanced holiday and time off in lieu policy 
• Additional pay for parental and family leave subject to eligibility

We welcome all applications by 11:59pm BST on Monday 13 January 2025. Interviews will be held towards the end of January 2025.

For more information, please go to the following link - https://sadl.rs/3ZAkTWc

We are committed to building a culturally diverse workforce and actively encourage applications from Black, Asian and those belonging to ethnic groups that are currently underrepresented within the Arts. Applications from d/Deaf and disabled communities and low socio-economic backgrounds are also welcome. As a user of the Disability Confident Scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled candidates who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role as set out in the Job Pack.

Sadler’s Wells is a PiPA (Parents and Carers in Performing Arts) Charter Partner, striving towards creating a more family friendly working environment

Sensory Services by Sight for Surrey has been established for over 100 years.  We enable and empower people who are Deaf, hard of hearing, blind, partially sighted, and deafblind to overcome barriers and to be as independent as possible. 

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join us as a Head of Finance to lead our Finance Team and to act as part of the Senior Management Team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the integrity of the organisation’s financial data and security, and ensure the provision of consistent, robust and accurate financial reporting to the organisation on a timely basis.  They will lead the preparation of the annual accounts and will be the primary liaison point with the external auditors. They will maintain consistent financial controls, high standards of delivery service and regulatory compliance across the finance function. 

 Job Purpose:

· To provide strategic financial support to the CEO and senior leadership team

· Ensure a robust financial control environment

· Accurate, timely and insightful reporting to charity leadership and Trustees

 Principal Accountabilities:

1. Accountable for all aspects of the finances for the charity, including VAT returns, payroll, gift aid, and the administration of investments and pension arrangements, in line with standard guidelines.

2. Act as strategic financial partner to the CEO ensuring strategy is grounded in robust financial planning. Build, monitor, review and evaluate all budgets, with the Chief Executive and Senior Managers as appropriate.

3. Provide the Chief Executive, Treasurer, and other Trustees with timely and insightful monthly reports, such as: income and expenditure, cashflow, investment etc.

4. Prepare for, and present at, the quarterly Finance and Investment Committee meeting

5. Work with the Treasurer and Chief Executive to manage the annual programme for the Finance and Investment Committee.

6. Carry out periodic and ad hoc finance risk assessments and risk testing, advising the Chief Executive on the extent of the risk and remedial action necessary.

7. Manage all arrangements associated with the annual audit of accounts.

8. Ensure that appropriate financial controls are in place, that they work, and that they are monitored effectively and reviewed regularly.

9. Identify where cost savings can be made without detriment to services.

10. Work with the Treasurer and Trustees to assist them in making decisions on investments.

11. Line manage the Finance Officer and Finance Assistant to ensure objectives are met and that the finance function runs smoothly. Succession plan to ensure the team remains fully staffed.

12. Provide business partnering collaboration and support to each Head of Department.

13. Work as part of the Senior Management Team (SMT) to lead the day-to-day running of the charity.

Work Context:

The role of Head of Finance is crucial to the continued success of the charity, and the support we provide to children and adults in Surrey who are Deaf, hard of hearing, blind, partially sighted and deafblind. Early warnings, and long-term predictions of financial problems are essential to the annual planning of activities.

This role involves the post holder having detailed knowledge of daily accounting, as well as the ability of the incumbent to be able to describe financial matters to trustees and staff who may not be financially trained, along with the ability to take a more strategic outlook and to work with other Senior Managers. Careful briefing is needed to help Senior Managers to manage their budget effectively, and to enable Trustees to understand the monthly dashboard and end of year accounts. The post-holder is personally responsible for identifying financial risks to the Chief Executive and Treasurer, along with suggested mitigations that they have identified. The Head of Finance is responsible for making all the necessary arrangements for the Annual Audit of Accounts with the chosen auditors.

The charity constantly needs to reassess priorities in line with a changing funding environment and the needs identified by the people we support. In order to successfully manage these pressures, there is a need for all staff to be flexible and work wherever their core skills are needed most. No one will be asked to carry out work for which they are not properly trained. As a member of the Senior Management Team you may be asked to use your skills to manage such situations and transfer your own experience partially or completely, depending on the situation. As a member of the Senior Management Team, you will be responsible in your contributions to the effective management of all aspects of the operation of the charity and our services.

Competencies Required:

Strategic/Operational Management

Establishing the clear long-term financial direction of the charity, to contribute to the work of the Business Plan, taking into account the complexity and interdependence of the environment and the organisation itself. Reviewing the financial effectiveness of each element of the charity.

Inspiration

Valuing and supporting others and motivating them towards the pursuit of a common goal.

Making Things Happen

Establishing plans and organising and prioritising the activities of self and others to ensure that the intended results are achieved on time and within available resources. Demonstrating a consultative and constructive approach to problem solving and being flexible and responsive to issues as they arise. Being able to liaise effectively between services in a proactive and constructive way.

Communication

Taking responsibility for briefing others. Relating to individuals across all levels (in their own terms) and helping them to understand the intricacies of financial control. Listening actively, demonstrating understanding of communications they receive and responding to them appropriately. Taking responsibility for the clarity and understanding of financial information by non-financial staff.

Developing Others

Sharing their knowledge and skills with others, where possible. Supporting others in their development and contributing positively to the development of the work of each department and team.

Managing/Embracing Change

Identifying where change is needed and conveying this information to the right people in a sensitive and supportive manner. Seeking ways to continuously improve financial performance. Suggesting ways where improvements in service could be made.

Personal Impact

Making a positive impression on people as a consequence of their personal style, strengths, enthusiasm and credibility. Acting with integrity and in line with the principles of equal opportunities. Striving to develop the competencies that the organisation needs. Respecting the opinion and expertise of others.

Customer Focus

Putting the organisation at the forefront of everything they do. Building good professional relationships with service users. Taking the greatest care to understand the services that are delivered and the financial consequences of poor financial management. Ensuring that all information is readily available and that their needs are respected and satisfied. Respond positively to customer feedback.

Use of IT

Using relevant technology, particularly software, proactively and effectively to do their job and support the organisation. Being cognizant of cybersecurity and fraud risks and how these contribute to financial risks, with the ability to help to identify mitigations to key risks.

Skills and Experience:

Experience

Either, experience of working in a charity environment within the last two years, or commercial experience that has involved ‘hands on’ work in all areas needed by the charity. Demonstrable experience of being able to support at a strategic financial level to help shape the agenda and be hands on is essential

Qualifications

ACCA, CIMA, ACA or CIPFA or similar qualification is required.

Skills

Able to provide both strategic and hands-on financial support whenever necessary.

Working knowledge and experience of SAGE or similar accounting systems.

Experience and competence in using Microsoft 365 and a range of other software and applications.

Developed understanding of financial risk management, including the interaction between cybersecurity and fraud risks and controls and financial risks.

Physical Requirements/Effort: Ability to carry out an office-based role.

Working Environment: Office based (some flexibility for hybrid for an exceptional candidate)

Dimensions:

Staff: Two part time staff

Financial: Turnover approx. £3M per annum

Statistics: N/A

We can offer you:

• A generous annual leave allowance (full time annual leave entitlement is 28 days per annum, plus bank holidays) 

• Private medical insurance 

• Investment in your development 

• Access to an Employee Assistance and Rewards Programme 

• Pension contributions 6% matched with the Pensions Trust 

• Annual flu vaccinations and an eye test every two years with a contribution towards work related glasses 

• Wide range of training opportunities suitable for your role 

• A growing range of other staff benefits 

An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service will be required which we can arrange. 

Please note: In accordance with our Safer Recruitment Policy, we are unable to accept CV's and ask that you complete the application form instead This can be found to download further down this page.

Application deadline: Monday 13th January 2025 (9:00 am) 

Proposed Interview Date(s): Tuesday 21st / Wednesday 22nd January 2025 - Please make sure you can be available on the proposed interview date(s) as it is very difficult to offer an alternative.

About The Role

The Fundraising and Impact Manager is a vital role for Creative Youth Network as we seek to reach ambitious funding targets and build on our recent growth. We are looking for an excellent storyteller who brings together data, young people’s voices and a creative approach to produce persuasive and impactful proposals. The post-holder will be an accomplished relationship manager who understands the motivations of different funders as well as how to nurture those who have already given.

We’re looking for someone with a genuine passion for both youth work and the importance of creativity as transformative tools in a young person’s life.

About Us

Creative Youth Network is an award-winning charity with a mission to enable young people to reach their potential, no matter what their background or circumstances. Operating across Bristol and South Gloucestershire, we offer a range of services ranging from our 10 local youth clubs, to targeted support for young people with specific needs, work within schools (in particular for young people at risk of disengaging from education), and an exciting range of creative courses, programmes and activities, including early career support for young people embarking on careers in the creative sector. Our services are rated “Outstanding” by the National Youth Agency.

The Benefits 

• 33 days annual leave (inc. bank holidays) per year pro rata
• Excellent family friendly policies
• A generous pension scheme
• A cycle to work scheme
• Paid breaks
• Fantastic development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Virtual GP consultation and medical advice service

Next Steps

A full Job Description and Application form are available to download below and via our website where you can also apply. 

In accordance with our Safer Recruitment Policy, we are unable to accept CV's and ask that you complete the application form instead.

This role is subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check.

Equity, diversity and inclusion

Creative Youth Network is committed to inclusivity, equality, and equity. We pride ourselves on giving opportunities to people of all walks of life and all class backgrounds. This includes people who identify as D/deaf, disabled or neurodivergent, LGBTQIA+, are early in their careers or come from groups who experience racial inequality.

We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented, including people from Global Majority backgrounds (often referred to as BAME – Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic).

As an employer we are committed to promoting and protecting the physical and mental health and wellbeing of all our staff.

We’re looking for a stakeholder relationship manager, someone who excels at persuasive writing and communicating effectively with diverse audiences. In this role, you will manage and present data to highlight our impact, lead the coordination of projects including events and publications, and drive activations that make a real difference.

At Sadler’s Wells everyone is welcome.

The new role of Head of Advocacy and Policy will help ensure dance is at the top of the national cultural agenda as we open our fourth theatre Sadler’s Wells East in February 2025. If you’re thinking to yourself I want a strategic leadership role, I want to make an impact, then this is the role for you. If you're at a stage of your career where you’re looking for a new challenge, you won't get a better opportunity than this.

You’ll be working closely with our Co-CEOs in their public facing roles. You would be responsible for internal and external communications in collaboration with the Marketing & Communications team. This role will be to use data to tell our impact story and elevate our impact.

Your experience of collaborating across teams, evaluation and storytelling will be critical in this role. You’ll be great at engaging stakeholders and statutory funders and have a track record of successfully engaging and supporting teams. This is a people role, so you will need to be able to demonstrate your negotiation and communications skills.

There’s no better time for you to take this leap. You’ll be extending your networking reach and contributing to key sector and industry issues. You’ll be joining us at an exciting time of growth and ambition.

We’re a supportive and hardworking team, working on a variety of projects. We have a ‘smarter working’ approach and encourage both on-site and remote working. Sadler’s Wells benefits include: 

• Employee Assistance Programme 

• Complimentary tickets and discounts 
• Enhanced holiday and time off in lieu policy 
• Additional pay for parental and family leave subject to eligibility

We welcome all applications by 11:59pm BST on Sunday 12 January 2025. Interviews will take place on week commencing Monday 20 January 2025.

For more information, please go to the following link - https://sadl.rs/3ZCAPY4

We are committed to building a culturally diverse workforce and actively encourage applications from Black, Asian and those belonging to ethnic groups that are currently underrepresented within the Arts. Applications from d/Deaf and disabled communities and low socio-economic backgrounds are also welcome. As a user of the Disability Confident Scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled candidates who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role as set out in the Job Pack.

Sadler’s Wells is a PiPA (Parents and Carers in Performing Arts) Charter Partner, striving towards creating a more family friendly working environment.

About us

The UCL Policy Lab brings together the most senior politicians and policy makers in the country, with leading academics, campaigners and those who have direct, lived experiences of issues on the front line.

The Lab is currently building a unique ecosystem to support those endeavouring to bring about social change, including those working in campaigns for environmental, social and economic justice. Together, the Lab and its partners aim to foster the skills, networks and ideas that social changemakers need to transform our politics and be influential in the highest levels of government.

About the role

This Project Manager will oversee the delivery of a series of key events and activities for this programme of work. The individual will help devise and coordinate a programme of high-level private workshops and events for changemakers - including think tank heads, senior campaigners, researchers and others - providing extensive service support to attendees. The successful candidate will also help changemakers to connect to a wide network of key stakeholders across the world of social change and at the very top levels of British politics.

The post-holder will work alongside an existing project manager and report directly to the Lab's Director. They will work closely with the Lab's Operations Manager and Head of Communication and Engagement, and be part of implementing the Lab's overall impact strategy.

The post holder must be able to work flexibility, independently and proactively and have a passion for the worlds of politics, policy making and social change.

About the process

Please note we will grade each application against the essential criteria, so please provide evidence of how you meet each of these in your cover letter.

Interviews are currently scheduled for the week commencing the 20th January.

About you

The post holder will report directly to the Lab's Director but work closely with the rest of the team. The following is an indicative list of duties:

1. Help design, develop and deliver engaging programmes of events, activities, and workshops for a wide range of social changemakers.
2. Draft briefs in advance of workshops for circulation at the event.
3. Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders from British politics and further afield.
4. Contribute to the ongoing development of the Lab's approach to political engagement, including developing, testing and scaling new relationship building techniques and methodologies.
5. Support close collaborative working on joint projects with the This Day Foundation and with relevant stakeholders.
6. Track and report impact for internal purposes, marketing and various evaluation processes (e.g., writing a report at the end of the project).
7. Work with the UCL Policy Lab team to help deliver operational support for the activities of the project, including: contributing to shared infrastructure and tools; working with the Head of Communications and Engagement to deliver wider impact; working with the Team to co- ordinate delivering of world class policy events.
8. Manage PhD students or equivalent on short term placements who assist at events.
9. Follow and promote UCL policies, including Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI), and maintain an awareness and observation of fire and health and safety regulations.

The above reflects the initial and longer-term requirements of the post, but are not exclusive and are subject to change following consultation.

In your application, please provide evidence for how you meet all of the essential criteria in the Person Specification.

Please also note, there is a two-stage selection process for this role.

What we offer

As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents we also offer some great benefits some of which are below:

• 41 Days of holiday (including 27 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays and 6 closure days)
• Hybrid Final Salary Pension Scheme
• Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan
• On-Site nursery
• On-site gym
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
• Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service
• Discounted medical insurance

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

We encourage applications from those who are underrepresented in the sector and at UCL including but, not exclusive, to non-graduates, disabled, D/deaf and neurodiverse people, LGBTQ+ people, people from Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds, especially women.

If you need reasonable adjustments or a more accessible format to apply for this job online or have any queries about the application process, please contact Phoebe at

For any queries about the role itself please contact Jake at

Independent Living Advisor (Direct Payments)
Salary: £26,000
Hours: 37.5 hours a week
Place of work: Centre for Independent Living, Mo Mowlam House, Clem Atlee Court, SW6 7BF
Contract period: Rolling
Managed by: Direct Payments Lead
Accountable to: Youth and Community Services Manager

The Organisation
Action on Disability (AoD), founded in 1979, is one of London’s leading Deaf and Disabled People’s Organisations. As we believe in the social model of Disability, our values and principles embrace inclusive and accessible ways of working both internally and in all our activities, seek the participation and contribution of our members, and encourage and respect diversity.

The organisation is a medium sized charity with a Board of Trustees (at least 75% is Disabled trustees), 20 staff and a strong ad hoc staff and volunteer base including many with direct experience of Disability - all of whom are passionate about removing the barriers that Disabled people face.

AoD provides five key services. These are: Youth, Employment, Welfare Benefits, Independent Living and Advocacy

AoD’s Independent Living Service
The Independent Living Service (Direct Payments) is a new service that will provide support to Direct Payment users within the borough of Hammersmith and Fulham. The service will enable Disabled people to have genuine choice and control over the way in which they lead their lives. The post-holder will be working alongside disabled people to enable them to have more choice and control over their care and support needs.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a vibrant, user-led charity that is dedicated to enabling Disabled people who use social care support to have full choice and control over the way in which they live their lives.

About the Role 
In this role you will be providing essential information, advice and support to individuals from diverse backgrounds. You will work with Disabled clients to empower them to take control of the support they need by using Direct Payments, employing their own staff and accessing activities or services. You will ensure that individuals have the right information to make informed choices and will help them to set up and manage their chosen support.

You will have excellent communication, interpersonal and IT skills and the ability to work as part of a team. Experience of budgeting and recruitment are essential for this role.

Experience of working in social care is not essential as training will be provided, however a “can-do” attitude, a commitment to a person-centred approach and a willingness to learn is a must. Being part of a small team, there is a lot of opportunity for you to develop and learn new skills.

The work is varied and calls upon a wide range of skills, and there is huge job satisfaction in supporting people to achieve greater wellbeing and independence.

We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds and actively encourage people with lived experience of impairment or Disability to apply. Action on Disability prides itself on being an accessible and equal opportunity employer.

Closing Date: final deadline for receipt of completed applications; 10am Friday 10th January 2025
Interview dates: Week Commencing 20th January 2025, Interviews will be conducted on an ongoing basis.
(Feedback will not be provided to those not shortlisted for interview)

Interested?

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

You may submit a CV, but only fully completed applications forms that address the person specification will be considered for interview.

No agencies please.

Established almost 40 years ago by Leonard Cheshire, Enrych is a charitable organisation that serves adults withi disabilities and long term health conditions, including mental health.    We provide services across Leicestershire and Derbyshire.

We have an ambitious strategy for growing impact and are seeking a Chief Executive who can lead our passionate and committed team through the next stage of development.    With a turnover of around £1.1 million and employing around 95 people, we're looking for someone who will bring their innovative and creative approach to help us maximise our impact for the people we exist to serve.  You will have proven leadership skills and a keen interest in disability related issues.  Ideally you will also have some experience of working in the Third Sector.    We also work collaboratively with our sister charities in Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire.

Executive Director / Joint CEO

We are seeking an experienced senior leader to join as Executive Director /Joint CEO at an innovative arts centre in the heart of Deptford.

Position: Executive Director /Joint CEO

Location: Deptford, Flexible working negotiable; minimum of 50% office-based working

Salary: £70k per annum, pro rata

Contract: Permanent

Closing Date: 12pm, Tuesday 28th January

First Interview: Tuesday 18th February

Second Interview: Thursday 27th February

About the role:

With our long-serving CEO and leadership team stepping down in 2024/25, the executive function has been updated into a co-CEO model of a Creative Director and Joint CEO and an Executive Director and Joint CEO (new role) to provide joint development and leadership for the organisation and affiliated projects.  Together they will be responsible for articulating and achieving the creative vision and business objectives, to maintain and grow a versatile and vibrant performing arts centre and cultural community hub. They will contribute to fundraising and developmental work to achieve sustainability for the organisation. They will also oversee programmes of activity which represent the ethos and maximise artistic innovation, social and creative engagement.

Your main duties will include:

• Provide strategic leadership for the organisation and strategic advice to the Board, ensuring the development of Strategic and Business Plans, budgets and KPIs (jointly with Creative Director).
• Responsible and accountable for the overall management of the organisation through effective implementation of agreed vision, objectives, plans and targets.
• Ensure financial leadership, including annual budget setting, effective management of resources and monitoring of accounts.
• Joint lead on strategic fundraising, contributing to key fundraising applications and funder relationship management.
• With the Creative Director (and Board) maintain a wide and longer-term perspective of the external environment and developments relevant to our work; be proactive in identifying future opportunities and challenges.
• Ensure high standards of governance (with the Board), including charitable objectives and compliance with relevant statutory and regulatory responsibilities.

About you:

We are now looking for a confident leader to work alongside a team of experienced senior managers, you will need to bring with you the following skills and experience:

• Significant experience as a senior manager and leader in a major arts organisation or equivalent transferable skills; with a strong sense of how the organisation can enrich and transform the arts ecology, while meeting key stakeholders’ needs.
• Demonstrable record or potential for commercial awareness, financial acumen and business management skills to run a complex charity as a social enterprise with a vision of considered growth, innovation and risk.
• A desire to work in a creative organisation and a commitment to, and knowledge of, culturally diverse arts environments; confidence addressing equity and inclusion and realising and promoting the values of diversity in every aspect of the work.
• Proven ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders in the voluntary, public and private sectors; a confident communicator with excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Ability and enjoyment of working within and leading an organisational culture equipped to generate cultural, management and institutional change internally and within the sector.
• Experience of management in a venue licensed for public entertainment, including demonstrable understanding of health and safety and facilities with the ability to oversee and lead on statutory compliance and best practice.
• Well-honed practical skills relating to running a similar sized organisation: highly skilled in and understanding of administration, HR, legal aspects, financial planning, monitoring and budget management.

Benefits include:

• 25 holiday days per annum, plus bank holidays
• Complimentary tickets to performances
• Company discount
• Training and development opportunities
• Health and wellbeing support
• Hybrid and flexible working policy
• Access to interest-free season ticket loan and cycle scheme partnership

About the Organisation

The arts centre committed to representing the extraordinary creativity and diversity of Deptford, Lewisham and South East London. Each year over 60,000 people attend our events, ranging from music to theatre, spoken word and family performances; and take part in our award-winning participatory projects for young people and adults over 60. We were Lead Delivery Partner for We Are Lewisham, the Mayor’s London Borough of Culture 2022, with over 400,000 audience members attending over 600 events throughout the year.

The organisation aims to encourage a culture where people can be themselves and be valued for their strengths and want their team to represent the same diversity of audiences and artists they welcome into venues every day. They are keen to hear from a diverse range of candidates from all backgrounds. They particularly want to encourage people who have lived experience of Black and ethnically diverse communities. The organisation will offer an interview to anyone who identifies as a D/deaf or disabled person who meets the essential criteria.

Other roles you may have experience of could include: Charity Director, CEO, Chief Executive, Chief Executive Officer, Senior Director, Theatre Director, Arts Director, Venue Director, General Manager, Venue Supervisor, Creative Arts Director, Operations Manager, Head of Development, Festival Director, etc.

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.

Disabled people face significant inequalities in education, sport, leisure and employment. They often face multiple barriers to fulfilling their potential and achieving their aspirations. Sport and physical activity have the power to inspire, enable, build self-esteem, and provide success. They can improve physical health, employability, mental well-being and social community inclusion. However, many barriers prevent disabled people from accessing sport. These include a lack of coaching, clubs, transport, equipment and support networks, as well as high costs and negative perceptions of disabled people participating in sport.

We are a fairly new charity established in 2021, with big ambitions for the future. We have started with small but meaningful projects. We are reaching out to disabled people, learning from our projects, and focusing on our vision and purpose.

We are now looking for someone to join our small but mighty team as our Project Officer. This is a new role, and is crucial to the development of the charity over the next few years. You will set up and deliver new projects to enable disabled people to get active and access sporting opportunities. To do this you will develop relationships with partners, funders and the disability community. This role has the potential for growth and development. You will have a huge influence in shaping our project delivery so that we can continue supporting disabled people to achieve their ambitions through sport.

As a user led organisation, we are keen to receive applications from disabled people.

About the Richard Whitehead Foundation

The Richard Whitehead Foundation is a small charity with big aspirations to use the power of sport for the benefit of disabled people. We believe in the impact of sport: the increased mental well-being, the confidence, the self-esteem, the social inclusion and employability which can come from it.  We want disabled people to be able to thrive and benefit from all the opportunities that sport provides.

Our vision: Enabling disabled people’s ambitions.

Our purpose: We believe disabled people should have access to the life-changing power of sport.

Our mission: We place the individual at the centre of our work. We provide access to life-changing support, mentoring, information, advice, equipment, and opportunities that will spark a sustained lifetime intervention.

Our values:  Person Centred Dynamic Powerful Authentic Inclusive

Main purpose of this role

Our mentoring work provides a person-centred approach, supporting disabled people to access the life-changing power of movement and sport. We train mentors (who are mostly disabled) and match them with disabled people who face multiple barriers and are likely to remain inactive without intervention. They work together to break down these barriers and connect with local sports clubs and initiatives. We delivered our first mentoring programme in Nottingham and are now looking to expand the programme across the East Midlands and other areas in England and Wales. Alongside this we want to expand our already established Supported Runner Programme to enable disabled people to participate in shorter community runs, and to adapt the model to support disabled people into other sports.

We are looking for a proactive, confident and dynamic individual to help us set up and deliver new mentoring and supported sports projects to enable disabled people to get involved in physical activity in their communities. You will join our small creative and supportive team within an empowering, values-led organisation that is person-centred and ambitious to empower disabled people.

We are looking for someone with significant experience of delivering projects at a community level, recruiting and supporting volunteers and project beneficiaries. You will be able to work independently, take initiative and achieve results. You will keep up to date with developments in the disability and sports sectors in order to inform the development or our projects and ensure we are seeking opportunities for partnerships and funding. You will work confidently with a wide range of individuals and stakeholder groups, including disabled people, volunteers, community groups, disability organisations and local services.

Project Officer – Job description

Job Title: Project Officer

Reports to: Chief Executive Officer

Responsible for: No staff; volunteers as appropriate

Location: Home based, with travel where required within England and Wales

Hours: Part time 3 days or 22.5 hours per week

Flexibility: Flexible working hours are available. The role will require some evenings and weekend work.

Length of contract: Permanent

Salary range: £30,000 – 33,000 depending on experience (pro rata)

Project set up and delivery

• Develop and implement project plans that incorporate KPIs, milestones and responsibilities, ensuring deadlines are met and plans amended as appropriate.
• Develop effective systems, policies and procedures to support project delivery.
• Carry out administrative tasks and maintain accurate records of projects and activities.
• Deliver workshops and training sessions to volunteers and freelance mentors.
• Provide appropriate support to participants, volunteers, freelance mentors and project partners to ensure delivery of project outcomes.
• Work with the Digital Communications and Marketing Officer to develop and implement communication and social media plans to raise the profile of projects and recruit volunteers, mentors and participants.
• Work with the Digital Communications and Marketing Officer to create marketing assets and sign-up routes for projects, activities and events.
• Ensure safeguarding, health and safety and risk management policies and processes are implemented throughout all projects, activities and events.
• Work with the CEO to set and monitor project budgets and ensure we do not exceed expenditure limits.

Stakeholder management

• Manage relationships with stakeholders, inspiring confidence, maintaining quality communications and ensuring professional representation of the Richard Whitehead Foundation. 
• Identify, develop and maintain effective partnerships with local community groups, volunteers and key partners to deliver projects.
• Develop and maintain a database of stakeholders, ensure we meet our requirements under data protection legislation.

Evaluation

• Develop and implement feedback, monitoring and evaluation mechanisms to measure the impact and outcomes of projects.
• Report against KPIs, outcomes and impact measurements, providing regular updates on projects to the CEO and colleagues.
• Work with the CEO to produce insight and evaluation reports, including data and case studies for trustees, funders and stakeholders.
• Use the learning from projects to improve delivery mechanisms and to inform the development of future projects.
• Work with the Digital Communications and Marketing Officer to collect photographic and video content, quotes and testimonials for use in reports, publicity and fundraising appeals.

Other:

• Ensure all activity complies with the latest data protection legislation.
• Work effectively and collaboratively with colleagues across the Richard Whitehead Foundation.
• Attend internal and external meetings and represent the Richard Whitehead Foundation at events, where required.
• Attend occasional out of hours meetings or events as required.
• Promote and support diversity and equality of opportunity in the workplace and across all projects, and ensure people’s access requirements are met.
• Abide by all our organisational (and project) policies, code of conduct and practice.

Person Specification

1. Qualities, attributes, and behaviours 

Essential

• Person centred – You work to achieve individual need and show empathy for each individual we support. You listen and value the lived experience of disabled people. 
• Dynamic - You are positive, agile, transformative, and responsive. 
• Powerful - You are bold, resilient, and hardworking to support us to achieve our ambitions for our community.
• Inclusive - You are inclusive in your actions and behaviours considering the diversity of people we are supporting. You value people from diverse backgrounds and aim to make everyone feel welcomed, and like they belong. 
• Authentic - You are honest, genuine, and transparent in your approach.

2. Experience

Essential

• Significant experience of delivering projects, including implementing project plans and working to KPIs and deadlines. 
• Experience of developing processes and policies from scratch to effectively deliver projects and to meet the needs of participants and volunteers.
• Experience recruiting and supporting individuals to participate in projects, including volunteers and members of local communities.
• Experience building and maintaining effective relationships with stakeholders including community groups, partner organisations and funders.
• Experience of working with disabled people, either through lived experience as a person living with an impairment or by being immersed in the disability or associated community.

Desirable

• Experience in the sport, leisure, or physical activity sector.
• Experience of working in or with the charity sector.
• Experience of mentoring or working with mentors.
• Experience of delivering training and/or workshops.

3. Skills

Essential

• Excellent organisational skills, including ability to manage multiple tasks and projects, meet competing demands and tight deadlines, and to deliver at pace.
• Ability to work independently and remotely, to plan and manage your own time, and to take the initiative to solve problems.
• Ability to work effectively with others as part of a team.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain successful working relationships with multiple stakeholders.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to adapt your communication style for different audiences. 
• IT skills with experience of using Microsoft Project, Word and Excel, or the ability to learn new software quickly.
• Analytical and methodical with acute attention to detail and the ability to display information to evaluate the impact of projects.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and ability to identify opportunities to enhance project administration processes and procedures.
• Ability to demonstrate a commitment to equal opportunities, inclusivity and diversity and to incorporate these principles across projects.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of people connected to the Richard Whitehead Foundation.

4. Other

Essential

• Empathy and understanding of the importance of addressing and responding to the needs of different people.
• Understanding of the barriers faced by disabled people and ways to overcome them.
• Alignment to the Richard Whitehead Foundation ambitions and values, driven by impact for the people we serve.
• Willing and available to work outside normal working hours if required.
• Ability to travel to different locations in England and Wales as required by each project.

This job description is not to be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. It is intended as an outline indication of the areas of activity and will be amended in light of the changing needs of the charity.

Benefits

• Flexible working.
• 28 days annual leave, plus public and bank holidays (pro rata for part-time employees).
• Access to company pension.
• Access to learning and development opportunities.

Safeguarding

The Richard Whitehead Foundation is committed to safeguarding and protecting the individuals we work with. As such, posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks. We ensure that we have policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and a safe working environment.

Inclusion and diversity

The Richard Whitehead Foundation strives to engage an ability-based workforce which reflects the diverse nature of our communities. We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and it is important to us that this is reflected in the people who work for us.

Application process

If you would like to be considered for this role, please forward a current CV with a supporting statement, explaining how you meet the person specification. Your application can be a video, audio, or word-based document – whatever works best for you.

Your supporting statement is such an important part of your application. We cannot make assumptions about your suitability, so the information you provide in your supporting statement is key for us for shortlisting. Please show how you meet each part of the person specification. Please use lots of examples. We are looking for evidence that you can thrive as our Project Officer.

Interviews are planned for the week commencing 20th January 2025.

Please let us know if you need us to adapt the process to best suit any needs around disability.

If you don’t hear from us within two weeks of the closing date, please assume that we are not inviting you to continue to the next phase, on this occasion.

Please note that all offers of employment will need references deemed satisfactory by The Richard Whitehead Foundation, a DBS check and proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

About the Organisation

Womankind Worldwide is a global women’s rights organisation working in partnership with women’s rights movements and organisations to transform the lives of women and girls. We strengthen and support women’s movements in our focus countries in Africa and Asia, and take collective action at regional and global levels, to ensure women’s voices are heard, their rights are realised, and their lives are free from violence.

Currently, Womankind has staff based in Kenya and the UK; and this position can be located in Kenya or the UK. You must have the right to work in either Kenya or the UK to apply for this role, in line with the laws and regulations of these countries.

Who we are looking for

You will have a collaborative and hands on mindset and commitment to feminism, anti-racism and social justice. You will be joining a dedicated team of people who care deeply about the difference we are able to make, working with women’s movements across the world. You will find more information about Womankind on our website.

Role Purpose

The Director Programmes & Learning (DPL) leads the strategic development, implementation, quality assurance and technical learning for Womankind’s portfolio of partnership programmes including grant making in our focus countries, in line with our organisational strategy - Our Feminist Future.

As a member of the senior management team the DPL works closely with the Director Policy & Communications, Director Fundraising & Marketing and Director Finance & Resources, under the leadership of the co-CEOs to contribute to the overall leadership and strategic direction of the organisation.

Responsibilities

1. Strategic leadership

• To work with the leadership team on strategic level policy, planning and systems development in relation to Womankind’s programmes, partnerships, financing, learning and sustainability.
• To lead the development and delivery of an effective feminist partnerships sub- strategy, aligned with organisational strategy.
• Lead the development of and manage the annual budget, and mid-year forecasts for the Programmes & Learning team including oversight of restricted and designated expenditure.
• Engage with Womankind partners in our focus countries to ensure our programmes and grantmaking are grounded in in their realities and contexts.
• Work with the SMT to ensure a strategic, planned, effective and integrated approach across Womankind’s work.
• As an SMT member engage with and report on performance against programmes and grantmaking plans to the Board of Trustees.

2. Organisational and team leadership

• Lead, manage, support and develop the Programmes & Learning team, in a hybrid/flexible working environment in line with our feminist values and ways of working, our wellbeing strategy and strategic goal to value our team.
• Ensure team members have relevant skills and knowledge and share learning across the organisation.

• Support timely and effective planning and decision-making at staff, SMT and Board levels.

• Play a key role in rolling out Womankind’s strategy through planning and implementation in the functional areas you lead.
• Represent the Programmes & Learning team and contribute towards the leadership and strategic direction of Womankind as a member of the SMT.

3. Design and implement projects, programmes and Flexible Funding initiatives

• Work with the Programmes & Learning team to motivate and support the design and delivery of small, medium and large partnership projects and programmes.
• Work with the Fundraising & Marketing team on major funding applications, including undertaking technical review and sign off. This includes input into the development portfolio and emerging plans in cooperation with the Fundraising & Marketing team to support their work to match funding opportunities with Womankind and partner priorities.
• Responsible for overall program management of key Womankind programmes/projects ensuring donor and internal compliance and technical quality assurance.
• Take principal responsibility for the delivery of results from programmes and grantmaking within the Programmes & Learning team portfolio.
• Lead and provide oversight for the Movement Strengthening Fund and Strategic Partner Support Grants to ensure that they remain relevant and responsive to partner needs. In addition, ensure that grantmaking implementation is informed by the best practices of flexible funding, shifting power and decolonisation approaches.
• Work with the Policy & Communications team to provide strategic and practical input on projects and programmes where relevant and appropriate.
• To work with SMT colleagues on compliance with quality assurance processes with regard to management of the programmes portfolio.

4. Communications, representation, networking and profile building

• Identify and engage in opportunities to further develop Womankind’s reputation and profile in relation to programmes and partnerships approach.
• Represent Womankind to external audiences, including meetings with policy and decision-makers, academics, donors, journalists and peers at national and international levels.
• Participate in UK-based and international NGO and women's movement networks and to develop, cultivate and maintain strong relationships.
• Act as a key spokesperson for Womankind.

5. Learning, monitoring and evaluation

• Ensure development and maintenance of appropriate monitoring, evaluation, dissemination and learning processes and resources for Womankind’s programmes, partnerships and grantmaking work.
• Work closely with colleagues to facilitate the exchange and sharing of learning with partners, peers and other stakeholders.
• Lead, motivate and support development of new ideas and innovative initiatives in feminist approaches to evidence building.
• Measure and report regularly on performance against strategic and operational plans to the co-CEOs and Board of Trustees.

Values and Behaviours

The ideal candidate must be committed to the mission, vision, values and aims of Womankind Worldwide as it works towards a feminist workplace which is fit for the future and o supports our staff equitably across our locations.

All posts are expected to contribute towards developing a supportive working environment, to demonstrate a commitment to inclusion, professionalism and respect, transparency and accountability and to uphold quality standards as outlined in policies and procedures, and in compliance with Womankind Worldwide’s 2030 Strategy.

Reporting Structure

Line management responsibility for five team members: Impact and Learning Advisor; Program Manager: Movement and Network Strengthening; Advisor/Advocate: Afghanistan; Program Manager: Innovation & Partnerships; and Program Manager: AWESOME

Reports to Co-CEOs

Key relationships

Internal

• Works closely with Senior Management Team colleagues
• Works across Womankind’s staff and Board of Trustees as part of our cross-team approach

External

• Diverse Women’s Rights Organisations and feminist movements
• Civil Society Organisations and networks
• UN Agencies
• Institutional Donors

Person Specification

Essential Experience and Skills

• Established feminist leader with experience of working with women’s rights organisations and feminist movements, human rights and international development networks or coalitions in the UK and internationally, including demonstrable commitment to feminist analysis and practice.

• Extensive experience of leading and delivering large scale, strategic, complex and high impact transformational policy and programmes initiatives for the promotion of women’s human rights and gender equality.

• Experience of leading development, managing and implementing an organisational programmes and partnerships portfolio.

• Experience of securing funding from international statutory and institutional funders and large trusts and foundations.

• Experience of development and implementation of grantmaking strategies, with particular focus on flexible funding.

• Direct experience of living in, and/or working with women’s rights organisations, women’s movements and civil society organisations in the majority world including in Africa and/or South Asia.

• Experience of working successfully with a range of partners, including women’s rights organisations, INGOs, consultants, academic institutions, think tanks, government departments and other potential allies.

• Demonstrable experience of project design and management and of working with multi-disciplinary teams on programmes and grantmaking.
• Significant experience of managing, developing and motivating a team within a remote/hybrid working environment including strong people management skills, supporting staff wellbeing and performance management.

• Strong understanding of funding landscape for WROs and feminist movements specifically quality funding and grant making.

• Experience of working within a Senior Management Team, operating at Board level.

Essential skills

• Excellent interpersonal communication skills (written, verbal and public speaking).

• Financial management, including programme and organisational budgeting and financial reporting.

Essential Knowledge

• A strong understanding of women’s rights movements, the international development and gender and development sectors.

• Politically sensitive, able to recognise, influence and manage communication of sensitive issues.

Other Essential Attributes

• Ability and willingness to travel in Womankind’s focus countries and regions, and in the UK and internationally, estimated between 4 and 6 weeks per year.

Terms and Conditions

Hours: Full-time and Part time considered

Grade: 2

Contract: Permanent

Probationary period: 6 months

How to apply

We actively encourage applications from minority and marginalised groups, including people from the global majority, Deaf and disabled people, members of the LGBTQ+ community and people with experience of supporting women’s rights and/or stand in solidarity with our values, mission and vision.

Due to the high volume of applications, we receive, we regret we will not be able to respond personally to applicants who are not short-listed. If you have not heard from us within three weeks from the closing date, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Deadline for applications: 24th January 2025

1st round interviews: w/c 13th February 2025

2nd round interviews: w/c 27th February 2025