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Do you have advanced administrative and customer service skills? Are you keen to develop your ability to support projects and analyse reports? If so, our AI Coordinator role maybe the opportunity for you.
At The Royal College of Radiologists (RCR), we’re the leading professional membership body for clinical radiologists and clinical oncologists and a registered charity who educate and support doctors throughout their career. With over 14,000 members in the UK and internationally, together we’re contributing to the advancement of each new generation of doctors and helping to improve patients’ lives.
We have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated and confident coordinator with strong customer service and communication skills. AI is set to have a profound impact on the way our members work in the future, and it’s our role to work with them to understand their needs when it comes to adopting AI in our specialties. The work of the AI team is fast-paced and ever changing, in the AI Coordinator role, you will support this work by keeping an accurate record of workstreams and projects, arranging meetings, logging actions and being the first point of contact for information and finding and collating information.
The successful candidate will be proactive and high performing, supporting the RCR’s evolving programme of work, doing their part to contribute to our meaningful mission of improving imaging and cancer care for all.
What you will do:
- Act as the first point of contact in many areas of the team’s interactions with internal colleagues and external stakeholders.
- Support the AI team through arranging meetings, cultivating relationships with key stakeholders, maintaining team shared documentation and coordinating AI related stakeholder events.
- Maintain records of key stakeholders and outside bodies for the College's AI work, ensuring that the team and relevant representatives of the College are able to build strong working relationships.
- Provide excellent customer service throughout all duties.
- Draft correspondence, reports and briefings as required.
What you will need:
- A keen interest in AI
- Advanced administrative and team supporting experience.
- Experience in supporting projects.
- High level of oral and written communication skills.
- Excellent time management skills, whilst able to prioritise work and competing demands.
- Clear and analytical thinker, able to exercise sound initiative.
Our ambition is to ensure that the RCR leads the AI work in our specialities and your skills and ability to keep up to date with and coordinate work in this interesting area could be what helps us achieve our goal. We have ambitious targets; do you have the ambition to help get us there? Please find out more about the role, the RCR and our goals and instructions on how to apply in the AI Coordinator candidate pack.
Why join us?
- Make a difference to the lives of Doctors and the specialities they work in every day!
- Hybrid working (40% working week can be done remotely)
- Modern working environment
- Equipment provided to work from home
- Generous annual leave allowance
- Excellent pension scheme
- Interest free season ticket loan and cycle to work scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT WORKER (ISLE OF SHEPPEY)
HOURS: Flexible up to 1 FTE to be discussed at interview
24 MONTH FIXED TERM CONTRACT
SALARY: £26,072 - £28,615 p.a. for 1FTE, pro rata to contracted hours
Oasis Charitable Trust is a multi-national charity supporting communities in 8 countries worldwide. Our vision is for building healthy communities: places where everyone is included, making a contribution and reaching their full potential.
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Community Development Worker to work as part of our Oasis Hub on the Isle of Sheppey, to engage and work with the community by helping them to access Hub activities, and the social supermarket project.
Key responsibilities will be:
- To deliver the Sheppey Support Bus project and ensure its day-to-day operational tasks are fulfilled.
- To liaise with our community partners including supermarkets, Fairshare etc to support and provide for Oasis activities, including the Sheppey Support Bus.
- To monitor and evaluate activities using monitoring tools available to the team.
- To develop other opportunities that will enhance our offer to the local community.
The successful post holder must have:
- A relevant professional qualification in Community Work or able to demonstrate qualification by experience.
- Successful experience of working with complex communities.
- The ability to deal with private information and sensitive issues with a calm and confident approach in difficult situations.
- Ability to function in diverse settings and with a wide range of professional agencies.
- Self-motivation, resilience, excellent organisational/administrative and inter-personal skills are essential for this role.
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of something pioneering on the Isle of Sheppey and to help make a difference to communities on a local level, while individually improving the life chances of everyone. As part of the package, Oasis offers:
- A pension scheme, currently offering 7% employer contribution.
- A generous holiday allowance, starting at 25 days per year (plus 8 Bank Holidays).
If you are interested in this position, please email your most recent CV and covering letter. For further information please visit the Oasis Charity Jobs Website. In your covering letter, please answer the following questions:
- Expand on your CV to explain how your skills and experience meets the Job Description. Give specific examples.
- What personal attributes does a person need to do well as a Community Development Worker?
- How do you see the Oasis ethos and 9 Habits being displayed in this role?
Completed applications should be returned by 12 noon Tuesday 10th September 2024
Interviews will take place on Wednesday 18th September 2024
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.
Applicants must be able to prove their right to work in the UK. 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.
Oasis supports Equal Opportunities. Registered Charity No. 1163889
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We have an exciting opportunity for a permanent Delivery Manager working from our Newcastle centre . If you have excellent communication skills, a positive attitude and are a dedicated team player with a youth-led approach this could be perfect for you!
As a member of our Leadership Team, you will be responsible for the successful delivery of our Young People programmes across Newcastle. As part of the management team, you will be responsible for developing and implementing a delivery plan and targets for the Newcastle area. You will lead and inspire your team to deliver effective services, ensuring that every young person engaged progresses along an appropriate pathway of learning, and development. You will demonstrate best practices in services that engage young people, creating a safe and supportive environment that maximizes value for young people and our training and employer partnerships.
This role is perfect for you if you have experience leading services for young people and have a deep passion for making a positive difference. You will have the opportunity to develop our current offer and lead a small dedicated team, fostering a collaborative environment where everyone's potential can flourish.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee the delivery of our Young People Programmes, ensuring their successful implementation.
- Lead and motivate your team to provide effective services and support for young people.
- Developed Planning and Organisational Skills with proven commercial acumen
- Contribute to the development of our strategy to empower more young people in Greater Manchester with sustainable outcome opportunities.
We believe that every young person should have the chance to succeed, no matter their background or the challenges they are facing.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job Profile
The role of the Major Gifts and Philanthropy (MGP) Team Research and Information Manager is a unique role within the sector and CAFOD. Working across MGP (which is made up of Major Donors and Corporate teams) as well as others, such as the Trusts and Foundations Team, it has been developed to meet the growing needs of planning and reporting across MGP and to ensure income growth is focused on raising the funds needed to achieve short and long term organisation priorities.
A pivotal role, the post-holder will hold lead expertise in philanthropy communications at CAFOD, working with other stakeholders to identify funding priorities so MGP can achieve an income forecast of nearly £3.17m in 2024/25.
Managing the Research and Information Executive, the post-holder will make sure that concept notes, proposals and reports are written for the most strategic work, and that MGP relationship managers are informed of projects in need of funding. With oversight of all team donor proposals, reporting and communications, you will ensure they align with CAFOD’s values, especially promoting anti-racist messages in line with our commitment to becoming an anti-racist organisation.
The post-holder will share key donor trends and work closely with the Philanthropy Manager and Corporate Partnerships Manager to understand their research needs and develop a research strategy. Alongside the Research and Information Executive, you will complete research into top-level prospects and donors.
This post sits in the MGP team, which is part of the Fundraising and Participation Group. As MGP’s information and prospect research expert, you will work with the Executive team, International Programmes, Integrated Fundraising and Business Innovation team, Data and Insight, Communications and Finance teams as appropriate.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic leadership of MGP’s funding portfolio & engagement
- Lead on the implementation of MGP’s funding strategy, maintaining a funding proposal pipeline and tracking where funds have been secured for projects, so it sits as a centre of excellence across CAFOD
- Oversee donor communications for the team, including appeals and cases for support for CAFOD’s most strategic work: unrestricted, and our humanitarian funding initiative, Every Second Counts; ensuring communications comply with anti-racist communication and fundraising principles
- Build strong relationships with International Programmes staff and facilitate meetings for them to share strategic work with MGP team
- Identify and influence change, especially relating to donor systems and processes
- Work with Country teams to source relevant information and write funding proposals and reports for donors
- Mentor MGP relationship managers ensuring they can write their funding materials with success
- Work with the Head of MGP to continually improve MGP systems and processes, and adapt them where necessary
Lead prospect and donor research
- Use expertise to research and evaluate information on donors and prospective donors, focusing on high-value supporters
- Working with the team leads, identify their research needs and develop and implement a prospect research strategy that meets these
- Identify key trends relevant to the MGP team - collating and analyse internal and external donor trends and reports and sharing them with the team
- Work with the Head of MGP and the senior International Programme (IP) team to develop new multi-year initiatives and feasibility/ scoping studies
- Alongside the Philanthropy Manager have an overview of MGP’s supporter Ethical Checks Policy and support ethical checks and policy compliance as needed
- Work across the team to maintain donor profiles, train and guide the team members in writing their profiles, briefing notes and event profiles
- Work with team leads and external research agencies for profiling and wealth screening audits.
Information Management
- Maintain donor contact details in compliance with GDPR, data protection legislation and fundraising best practices
- Have an overview of all MGP requests to CAFOD’s Data and Insight team and assist as required in gathering internal donor trends and reports
- Work with the team to manage systems and records and update information on high-priority donors as required.
Budget & Planning
- Participate in MGP planning and budget activities
- Analyse income-related reports and share them with the Head of MGP
- Benchmark, monitor, draw upon and share best practices with MGP
People Management
- Line Manage, develop and support the Research & Information Executive by championing our purpose and values through building strong and safe working relationships, setting SMART objectives and conducting performance reviews
Safeguarding
All CAFOD staff share the responsibility to promote and maintain a strong safeguarding culture, including identifying the key actions they should take given their role and responsibilities.
Person Specification
The post holder will be making key decisions and take responsibility for leading on the following tasks and where appropriate will put the case forward for innovative changes to take place, based on sound judgment.
Job-specific competencies
- Proven experience in writing donor proposals and securing funds for significant donations from Major Donors and corporates.
- Specialist prospect research skills and an understanding of the methodologies and research resources required to carry out research.
- Clear and accurate written and verbal communication skills to influence senior staff.
- Ability to translate complex information into engaging donor communications and reports
- Experience of developing strategies in line with organisational priorities.
Desirable Criteria: Knowledge and awareness of international development and humanitarian aid
Why Choose CAFOD?
At CAFOD we value our employees and are committed to offering a healthy work–life balance and promoting the well-being of our employees.
Starting Salary: £43,461 - £46,819 (including London weighting)– This is the full-time salary, and the pay will be prorated based on the hours of the post.
Contract: Permanent – 3.5 Days per week
Location: London (Hybrid working - 40% of your time at the CAFOD head office)
As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer great benefits, some of which are below.
- 34 days holiday (20 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays and 6 closure days)
- Additional 10 days annual leave purchase scheme
- Enhanced Pension (6% - 17.5% contribution)
- Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan
- Enhanced Maternity, paternity and adoption pay
- Enhanced Sick pay & income protection
- Life Assurance x 3 annual salary
- Employee Assistance Programme
We offer all our employees learning and development opportunities, we provide training, coaching and mentoring to support your development in various aspects of our work.
CAFOD is committed to being an anti-racist organisation and we are keen to increase the diversity of our teams. We are particularly keen to seek out applications from people of Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds.
There's room for everyone: Catholics and non-Catholics; people of all faiths and none. We employ people in all corners of the world, of all ages and ethnicities. The result? A friendly and open-minded organisation.
Safeguarding for Children and Vulnerable Adults
CAFOD recognises the personal dignity and rights of children and vulnerable adults, towards whom it has a special responsibility and a duty of care and respect. CAFOD, and all its staff and volunteers, undertake to do all in our power to create a safe environment for children, young people and vulnerable adults and to prevent their physical, sexual or emotional abuse. CAFOD is committed to acting at all times in the best interests of children and vulnerable adults, seeing these interests as paramount. Any candidate offered a job with CAFOD will be expected to adhere to CAFOD’s Safeguarding policy and sign CAFOD’s Code of Behaviour as an appendix to their contract of employment and agree to conduct themselves in accordance with the provisions of these documents.
All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references, and appropriate screening checks can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks. CAFOD also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of, and consent to, these recruitment procedures.
This year we launched a ten-year vision to transform Alexandra Park and Palace into a sustainable home for inspirational culture, entertainment and heritage, creative and educational opportunities and green space. The Supporter Engagement Manager will focus on increasing donations from individuals, essential to deliver the vision.
You'll be joining a new team with the opportunity to shape your role and make a real impact on both the future of Ally Pally and the North London communities we service. This is a unique fundraising role, aiming to engage supporters with work across heritage, culture, community and environmental programming. Your work will help us:
- Restore the Victorian Palace and improve the Park
- Deliver creative learning and wellbeing programmes
- Make our events programme more accesible to people on lower incomes or with disabilities
- Take forward our ambitious programme to reach Net Zero
We look to recruit a candidate excited to take responsibility for their own area of work as part of a small team. We will consider applicants with previous experience in fundraising / development or transferable skills and knowledge from customer facting roles in other sectors.
Key duties
- Manage and develop relationships with a portfolio of individual supporters
- Implement engaging supporter stewardship systems
- Plan and deliver a year-round programme of supporter events
- Plan and deliver individual giving campaigns
- Manage the delivery of online and print communications and marketing materials that build a case for support with new and prospective individual donors
- Process and acknowledge Gift Aid claims on CRM system
- Represent Ally Pally at fundraising sector events and training
Essential
- Experience managing events for supporters, clients or customers
- Experience managing supporter relationships or customer accounts
- Experience delivering fundraising advice or communications
- Strong organisational and planning skills
- Adaptable and resilient
- Ability to make independent decisions and decide when to ask for support
This is not and exhaustive list, please see the JOB PACK for further details
To apply please submit your CV and a cover letter of no more than 2 sides detailing how you meet the person specification.
Closing date is Monday 16 September with interviews expected to take place on Tuesday 24 and Wednesday 25 September
Our mission is: To repair, restore and maintain the park and palace for the recreation and enjoyment of the public forever.
With the successful completion of our first communtiy-led housing project, which is unique in terms of scale, its mix of tenures, and its self-build housing component, RUSS has cemented its reputation within the sector. This role is a fantastic opportunity to shape our future.
The role of the Company Secretary involves the following key components, supported by all Trustees, staff, active volunteers and wider RUSS team:
- Overseeing the roles and activities of Board members and volunteers to ensure that RUSS is keeping in line with its responsibilities as a charitable trust
- Organising the agenda and papers for each board meeting and ensuring that those providing reports and updates do so on time
- Attending finance and audit committee meetings to ensure that financial processes including yearly audits are running on time
- Intervening when RUSS activities are not taking place in line with the RUSS Rules & Principles and making recommendations to the Board regarding how to resolve such issues
- Organising the Annual General Meeting, alongside other Trustees
- Submitting the accounts to the Financial Conduct Authority
- Organising Board away days and training, alongside other Trustees and the Chair
- Overseeing Human Resources, alongside our interim Managing Director, Trustees and the Chair
- Line management of bookkeeper and other part-time admin roles Liaising with our lenders regarding our long-term loan
- Leading the process of applying for Registered Provider of Social Housing status: research and scoping, setting up and engaging with a working group and appointing consultants, to work towards making an application in 2025.
- Liaising with our estate management company (CDS) to ensure that service charge and hot water accounts are supplied promptly and accurately
In your cover letter, please set out why you are applying, and the skills and experience that you will bring to the role. Please keep to 2 sides of A4.
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About us
We are a community-led organisation based in South London that has been supporting Latin Americans in the UK for more than 40 years. Responding to immediate needs and structural inequalities, our work aims to enable the development, agency and participation of Latin Americans and other Spanish and Portuguese speakers. We do this by offering high-quality information and advice services, opportunities for development and training, and a platform to seek social and systemic change.
Our Immigration Advice Programme
We have a long and proud history of providing immigration advice to the Latin American community and has extensive experience with the varied and complex needs that arise from the UK's ever-changing immigration system. Our Immigration Advice Programme is designed to meet these needs through the provision of specialist one-to-one advice and casework services, delivered in Spanish and Portuguese, as well as identifying and addressing policy changes and how they impact our community.
Our service is accredited by the Office of the Immigration Services Commissioner (OISC) and the Advice Quality Standard (AQS).
The Role
This is an exciting opportunity for an immigration adviser to lead our dynamic immigration advice team and help shape the future of the programme as part of the senior management team at a fast-growing charity in London. As IRMO's Immigration Advice Programme Manager, you will bring your expertise and experience together to organise, implement and improve our range of immigration services to offer the maximum benefit for our community, in both the short and long term.
Your responsibilities will include implementing and progressing the programme's overarching strategy; the ongoing development and training of team members; representing IRMO across broader advice networks; and advising on organisational responsibilities related to immigration. You will also have the chance to develop new, cross-over skills beyond advice provision.
Key Experience and Qualifications for the Role
We are seeking a highly qualified Registered Immigration Adviser at OISC Level 2 or 3 with at least two years of recent and continuous relevant experience in immigration. The ideal candidate will also have a minimum of three years of experience managing programmes or projects, particularly in advice and community support services.
The role requires a proven track record in delivering against targets and demonstrated experience in line managing people in a variety of roles, supporting staff to work to their full potential.
How to Apply?
Please visit our website for more information, including details on how to apply. The job description and our full benefits package. We encourage applicants to apply as soon as possible, as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. If you have any questions about the role, you can email us and we'll direct you to the right person in the team.
Benefits: 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) rising by one day each year after one year of service, capped at four additional days (pro rata); three extra days of paid leave between Christmas and New Year's (pro rata); 5% employer contribution to staff pension scheme; occupational sick pay; 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme; Cycle to Work Scheme; wide range of opportunities for skills development.
Enable the development, agency, and participation of all Latin Americans by responding to both immediate needs and structural inequalities
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This is an opportunity to join Refuge as a Building Advisor. You will be responsible for ensuring that Refuge complies with statutory building and property obligations and monitor changes in industry standards and regulators requirements. The post holder will also monitor obligations in property agreements and support corporate services and provide technical advice which may require research. The post holder will collect property data to demonstrate compliance and for reporting purposes as well as update Refuge’s property polices accordingly and train people.
This post is restricted to women due to the nature of the role. The Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Focus Birmingham is a thriving independent local charity that provides information, advice, support and care for people with visual impairment and complex needs.
We are looking for a Community engagement officer to join our team, supporting the delivery of our Public Health engagement partnership contract. This pivotal role will enable us to bridge health inequalities and ensure everyone has the opportunity to access vital public health services.
Your focus in this role will be increasing our reach and generating accessible, insightful public health resources for those with sight loss and/or complex care needs.
Responsibilities:
- Assist service managers in organizing activities to meet contractual targets.
- Conduct market research, identify health inequalities, and maximise engagement opportunities based on findings.
- Attend community events to engage identified groups and help facilitate access to public health services.
- Accurately maintain project-related spreadsheets and databases with statistical and financial information.
- Motivate departments and stakeholders to participate in engagement activities, and support in public engagement exercises such as surveys, focus groups or workshops.
- Ensure all community groups have the opportunity to access public health services, and contribute to the planning of local public health funded services.
- Collaborate with the Marketing Officer to create and share accessible public health messages in a range of formats.
- Support the Marketing Officer in creating engaging online content for Focus Birmingham’s website and social media platforms.
- Build and maintain strong professional relationships with our stakeholders.
- Champion community volunteering initiatives and maximise reach. Facilitate access to project specific training opportunities for our volunteers.
The ideal candidate:
- Minimum of 5 GCSE’s or equivalent
- Strong communication skills.
- Positive and outgoing attitude with a confident approach to building and maintaining effective working relationships.
- Effective project management skills, and the ability to manage own workload, working to deadlines as required.
- Experience in the organizing of promotional events, including attendance and facilitation their success
- Understanding of Market research and analysis of findings.
- Good IT skills, and the ability to compose and post engaging online content.
Please see the attached job description for more details.
Benefits:
- £24,661 salary per year, 9.00am – 4.30pm Mon- Fri. Fixed term 2 years with potential for extension.
- 20 days of annual leave, bank holidays and 6 additional concessionary days.
- Subsidised meals
- Company pension
- Access to EAP (Employee assistance programme)
- Refer a friend bonus
Apply today to become part of a team committed to creating a more accessible, inclusive future for everyone.
Focus Birmingham is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community, irrespective of race, colour, age, gender, sexuality or disability.
If you have any questions regarding this role or require an application form in a more accessible format please contact our HR department.
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37.5 hours per week
Salary: £27,000-£29,000pa
Thornton, Liverpool (L23)
· Are you a fundraiser with experience in a generalist role?
· Do you have experience of a number of areas of fundraising - corporate, community and events?
· Are you looking for a role in a small team where you can be creative, make decisions and have an influence on the direction of fundraising activity?
If you can answer YES to these question, then we would love to hear from you.
What we’re looking for
You’ll have:
· proven experience in a generalist fundraising role, with excellent communication and presentation skills.
· strong numeracy and planning skills
· have flair for social media
· ability to motivate and lead volunteers
· Driving license and access to a car
We are a small team, and this is an excellent opportunity for a creative fundraiser to really make their mark and be part of setting the fundraising agenda at St Joseph’s. This is a role with scope for development.
Additional Information
Benefits include an employer contributory pension scheme, 6 weeks annual leave, access to an Employee Assistance Programme and free onsite parking.
The role will involve some attendance at events out of hours – evenings and weekends.
About St Joseph’s Hospice
The hospice has 31 patient rooms, split across 3 units, providing high quality end of life care. Our nurse-led service helps create a home from home environment for our patients and provides ongoing support to their families.
How to Apply
We require all candidates to complete and submit an application form, via our website
An exciting, supporting role within the finance team that will give the post holder the opportunity to liaise with colleagues across Ally Pally regarding supplier and client accounts. This is an excellent role to develop your finance career and learn about event and charity accounting.
Key duties include
- Invoice processing
- Data entry into the accounting system
- Maintaining accurage and up to date vendor recordds
- Assist in reconcilng accounts payable transactions
- Generate and distribute accounts payable reports
You will have
- GCSE in Maths and English with pass at level 4-9 (A-C)
- Experience working in a finance team preferable in a retail, hospitality or leisure environment
- Experience working with computerised accountancy packages
- Experience assisting suppliers and colleagues with invoice processing queries
- Excellent attention to detail
- Experience numeracy skills
In return for your hard work we offer generous benefits including 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays plus 4 privilege days usually set around the Christmas period.
To apply for the role please send your CV and cover letter. Please refer to the JOB PACK when writing your cover letter.
The deadline for applications is Monday 16 September
We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. We strive to build a diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of our community and helps us to deliver more for our visitors. We particularly encourage applications from candidates from ethnic minority backgrounds and candidates with disabilities.
Our mission is: To repair, restore and maintain the park and palace for the recreation and enjoyment of the public forever.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Are you excited about seeing Christians in the UK and Ireland engage in world mission? Do you have a passion to equip and disciple others to serve God in short-term mission reaching out to East Asia?
As Lead Serve Asia Coordinator, you will be giving oversight to team developing and delivering high quality placements for Serve Asia, our short-term mission programme.
The Lead Serve Asia Coordinator will need experience of short-term cross-cultural mission, good administrative and interpersonal skills and a deep commitment to world mission and an ability to pass that passion on to others.
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As the Hub Manager, you will be responsible for the overall management, development, and delivery of services and activities at the centre. You will work closely with staff, Trustees and other volunteers, and community members to create a welcoming and inclusive environment. Your role will involve managing day-to-day operations, developing new initiatives, and ensuring that our services meet the needs of the community.
Job Title: Bushmead Community Hub Manager
Location: Bushmead, Luton, LU2 7SF
Salary: From £26,000 - £29,000 per annum depending experience
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent, 37 hours a week – will include some evenings and weekends
About Us:
Bushmead Community Hub is a charity run Community Centre in the heart of Bushmead, Luton in the Barnfield Ward. The charity was established in 2016 following the threat of closure under the local council.
We are a vibrant charity dedicated to enhancing the well-being of our local community. Our community centre serves as a hub for various health, social, educational, cultural, and recreational activities that cater to individuals of all ages. We are looking for a passionate and experienced Community Centre Manager to lead our team and ensure the smooth operation of our centre.
Job Purpose:
As the Hub Manager, you will be responsible for the overall management, development, and delivery of services and activities at the centre. You will work closely with staff, Trustees and other volunteers, and community members to create a welcoming and inclusive environment. Your role will involve managing day-to-day operations, developing new initiatives, and ensuring that our services meet the needs of the community.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee the daily operations of the Bushmead Community Hub, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for all visitors.
- Manage and support a team of staff and volunteers, providing leadership, motivation, and development opportunities.
- Manage the Hub’s budget, ensuring efficient use of resources and identifying opportunities for fundraising and income generation in liaison with the Trustees.
- Develop and implement a diverse range of activities and services that meet the needs of the local community.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with community groups, local authorities, and other stakeholders.
- Monitor and evaluate the impact of services, making adjustments as necessary to meet community needs.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant health and safety regulations and safeguarding policies.
- Act as a key point of contact for the community, addressing any concerns or issues that arise.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Proven experience in a management role, preferably within the charity or community sector.
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with a diverse range of people.
- Experience in budget management and resource allocation.
- Knowledge of safeguarding and health and safety regulations.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Passion for community work and a commitment to making a positive impact.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary with pension.
- Opportunities for flexible working.
- Opportunities for professional development and training.
- A supportive and inclusive working environment.
- The chance to make a real difference in the community.
The closing date for applications is Monday 9th September 2024.
Interviews will take place on Tuesday 17th September 2024.
Join us and be a part of a team that is dedicated to creating a thriving community where everyone is welcome!
If you are interested in finding out more about the role we are offering the opportunity to meet a Trustee for an informal chat. We have bookable sessions on:
Thursday 29th August between 12pm and 4pm
Monday 2nd September between 9am and 12pm
Wednesday 4th September between 9am and 12pm
Please contact us to arrange a 40 minute informal meeting.
Bushmead Community Hub is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all sections of the community.
How to Apply: To apply, please send your CV and a supporting statement of no more than 2000 words, outlining your experience and suitability for the role.
The closing date for applications is Monday 9th September 2024.
Interviews will take place on Tuesday 17th September 2024.
Join us and be a part of a team that is dedicated to creating a thriving community where everyone is welcome!
If you are interested in finding out more about the role we are offering the opportunity to meet a Trustee for an informal chat. We have bookable sessions on:
Thursday 29th August between 12pm and 4pm
Monday 2nd September between 9am and 12pm
Wednesday 4th September between 9am and 12pm
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Abortion Support Network is a largely volunteer-run charity that helps people living in European countries with bad abortion laws and provision access safe abortions in clinics abroad. ASN provides practical information, support, funding, travel and accommodation.
We are looking to recruit a new Managing Director to lead the team. ASN began as a group of activists and a mobile phone, and spent its early years running on passion. While remaining true to it’s radical roots, ASN are navigating the realities of building a sustainable organisation which offers the best possible experience for our clients, staff, volunteers and supporters. To do this, we need a strategic thinker who has experience leading a team and works pragmatically to get things done.
Reporting to the Board of Trustees, you will have complete oversight of ASN, from service delivery to IT system procurement. We don’t expect anyone to be an expert on every part of ASN’s work, but we’re looking for someone with robust relevant experience who is willing to learn from our incredible team.
Please see the Hiring pack for a detailed list of experience and values that we are looking for in our new Managing Director.
Abortion Support Network is committed to building a workplace that is feminist, anti-racist and inclusive of LGBTQ+ people, disabled people, and those who have experienced other forms of exclusion or marginalisation. We are looking for a Managing Director who can be a part of this work. We are keen to work with candidates to make our recruitment process as accessible and comfortable as possible.
Closing Date: 9th September, 9am
*We are aware that parts of our interviewing period coincide with Rosh Hashanah. If you need an alternative interview date for this reason, please let us know at the point of shortlisting and we will be happy to accommodate.
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The Centre for Deaf and Hard of Hearing People (CfD) is a registered small-sized charity that delivers a wide range of services including community development initiatives and assistive equipment services to people in Bristol who are Deaf, deafened, or hard of hearing. Our mission statement includes, we are working toward creating a Bristol “where everyone can participate in all aspects of life in the city, whatever their level of hearing”.
CfD challenges the prejudice and barriers that Deaf and hard of hearing people face in their daily lives. We are developing exciting new plans for activities that will contribute to our aims and promote equality for all deaf people. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing team at CfD. This new outreach role will support the delivery of our community development work.
We welcome applications from people who understand the Deaf Community and the needs of hard of hearing people of all ages. You will be enthusiastic and passionate about Deaf and hard of hearing issues. You will be an outstanding communicator who believes in people organising themselves and who wants to support Deaf and hard of hearing people to set up activities, and to connect with their communities. You will be enthusiastic about working towards making Bristol a city that is more inclusive of Deaf and hard of hearing people.
Summary of duties:
Our Community Outreach Worker will support the delivery of our new community development project: Connecting People into Communities, funded by Bristol City Council.
The role will include:
• Establishing drop-in sessions throughout Bristol for Deaf and hard of hearing people as a first contact point.
• Signposting/referring individuals to appropriate services and offering support with connecting people into communities – including the Deaf Community, hard of hearing peer support, and local community hubs.
• Providing information on activities and events occurring across Bristol and local hubs.
• Finding out what hard of hearing people in Bristol would like to see CfD offering.
• Strengthening our relationship with community organisations and other community based services, including those who support people from minority ethnic groups.
• Exploring how we can extend our work to reach more Deaf and hard of hearing people aged under 50.
• Developing content for our website so that it becomes a resource for organisations who want to improve their inclusion of Deaf and hard of hearing people.
The post holder will be a part of CfD’s Communities Team and will be expected to support the work of our other community projects i.e. our Deaf People Together and Community Hub projects. The post holder will be based at The Vassall Centre, Gill Avenue, Fishponds, Bristol BS16 2QQ.
The main responsibilities are to:
• To support the delivery of the Connecting People to Communities project so that it meets its aims by:
- Increasing our contact with organisations and hubs that work with minority ethnic groups throughout Bristol, particularly with those who support older people, and with organisations based in areas of deprivation.
- Working with community hubs (e.g. community centres, libraries etc) to provide regular CfD “drop-ins” – primarily as a first contact point and to alleviate isolation and loneliness.
- Signposting and referring individuals to appropriate services, and supporting individuals with connecting to communities.
- Providing advice and guidance to community hubs on how to make their venues, events and activities accessible to and inclusive of Deaf and hard of hearing people.
- Providing information on activities and events for Deaf and hard of hearing people across Bristol and local hubs.
- Finding out what hard of hearing people in Bristol would like to see CfD offering and what support they need.
• To support the work of our Communities Team by:
- Helping to run events so that local Deaf and hard of hearing people and communities have their say about how services are developed.
- Planning and attending project events e.g. coffee mornings, workshops etc.
- Developing positive relationships between service providers and Deaf and hard of hearing people, and advising providers on how to improve their services to become more accessible and inclusive.
- Supporting the Community Development Officer with collecting project monitoring and evaluation data e.g. equality monitoring data, case studies on the experiences of Deaf and hard of hearing people, and recording information on the database.
- Supporting the Community Development Officer with publicising our Small Community Grants scheme, and supporting existing groups with organising their events/activities.
- Working with the Community Development Officer to set up and facilitate Deaf-led advisory group(s).
• To provide content from project activities for CfD’s website and social media, such as information about activities and events.
• Be part of the team representing CfD at local events and exhibitions.
• Be flexible in your working hours. You may be asked to represent the project at meetings/events outside core working hours, or to complete any other duties that may be reasonably required for the performance of this position.
General
• Attend conferences, training, and other staff development opportunities.
• Develop an agreed personal training plan and carry this out using internal and external training as required.
• Adhere to and promote CfD’s policies and standards, especially the Equal Opportunities, Data Protection, Safeguarding, Health and Safety and Communication policies.
• Act as an ambassador for CfD, promoting a positive and professional image and attitude at all times.
• Support the CEO and other CfD staff in achieving the aims of CfD and carry out such other relevant duties as may be agreed.
• Support CfD to find funding for new projects involving Deaf and Hard of Hearing people.
• Coordinate and manage own Access to Work support (if needed).
Terms and conditions:
1. This is a full-time position of 37.5 hours a week. CfD’s core hours are 10am – 4pm. Occasional evening and weekend work will be required.
2. Contract until January 31st 2026, with possibility of an extension subject to further funding.
3. Salary £22,000 - £27,000 a year.
Note:
The final interpretation of this job description rests with the CEO in consultation with the Board of Trustees and the jobholder. The job description will be reviewed in the course of supervision meetings and any amendments will be negotiated with the jobholder. The jobholder is also expected to share in other CfD activities as time permits and by agreement with the CEO.
Person specification
The successful candidate will be an excellent communicator, with good knowledge and empathy of the experience of Deaf and hard of hearing people. You will also have a pro active approach and be committed to helping and supporting others.
Essential skills and competencies:
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
• Able to anticipate problems and develop solutions.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• A positive attitude toward Deaf and hard of hearing people with an understanding of the barriers they face in their lives.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and confidence in communicating with Deaf British Sign Language (BSL) users and hard of hearing people. This may be direct communication or through a BSL interpreter or speech-to-text operator.
• Experience of supporting or working with groups of people, either as part of paid work or as a volunteer.
• Experience of consulting with individuals and communities or groups.
• Good influencing and negotiating skills so that you can persuade people to make their services more inclusive of deaf people.
• An understanding of the importance of evaluating the impact of project work
• Good attention to detail.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and associated software, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to travel round Bristol as this role will require traveling to and from multiple places.
Desirable skills, knowledge and experience:
• Personal experience of hearing loss.
• Good working knowledge and use of simple databases or CRMs (e.g. Charity Log). (CfD will provide training on Charity Log.)
• Knowledge of British Sign Language (CfD will provide training for the successful candidate if they do not have BSL skills).
• Experience working, paid or unpaid, in or with communities, the disability sector or in the third sector.
• An understanding of how you evaluate project work
• Experience of organising small scale events.
• Experience of delivering Deaf Awareness or Equality training.
• Experience of writing content for social media or websites using Plain English e.g. information about events.
Things we expect all staff to support us with:
• Actively seek out opportunities for development and income generation.
• Read, understand and follow CfD’s policies and procedures.
• Stay up to date with key developments in your specialist area.
• Be willing to occasionally work evenings and weekends.
• Participate in team-meetings and development days.
• Be willing to travel across Bristol and occasionally further afield.
• Represent CfD at local, regional and national meetings and events.
In return, you will receive:
• Competitive pay and holiday allowance
- 25 days a year plus Bank Holidays (pro-rata if part-time)
• Employee pension contributions
• A flexible working policy
- Our core hours are 10:00 until 16:00 Monday to Friday
• The opportunity to be part of a committed, skilled and supportive team
• Support to develop your skills further
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