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About the role
We are seeking an enthusiastic team administrator to join our small, friendly and relaxed team at SCONUL, the professional association for academic and research libraries. The team currently works one to two days a week from our modern offices close to Euston station and the remainder of the week from home.
You will be responsible for providing administrative support across all aspects of the organisation’s work, including diary management, the organisation of meetings and supporting the delivery of the SCONUL Access Scheme. It’s a role that provides scope for autonomy and to become involved in the full range of the organisation’s work and to develop a broad set of skills.
We are looking with someone with relevant office or administration experience who is well organised and with strong communication and IT skills. The role would suit someone who is self-motivated, flexible and happy to take the initiative.
This is a full-time, permanent post. Excellent benefits are offered that include 30-day holiday allowance, defined benefit pension scheme, support with learning and development and season ticket loan after probation.
SCONUL is committed to fostering greater diversity in the library community and has an active programme promoting equity, diversity and inclusion across our member libraries. The same applies to the SCONUL office team and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly encouraging applications from the global majority.
Starting salary: £24,720
Employer:SCONUL (The Society of College, National and University Libraries), 94 Euston Street, London NW1 2HA
Contract: The Team Administrator post is a permanent, full-time position.
Location: This post is based two days a week at SCONUL's London office with the remainder of the time working from home. It will also involve occasional travel to other sites.
References: Appointment is subject to receipt of satisfactory references.
Job description
Reporting to the Deputy Director and working closely with the Project Manager and SCONUL Co-ordinator, the successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Organising the schedule of meetings for the SCONUL Board and SCONUL working Groups.
- Managing the diary of the Executive Director.
- Supporting the delivery of the SCONUL Access Scheme including:
- answering routine queries from Access Scheme users, applicants and university administrators
- providing SCONUL Access contacts with timely and relevant information about the scheme
- providing routine technical support to applicants and university contacts responsible for processing applications and refer potentially more complex or disruptive technical problems
- drafting changes to website content to reflect the scheme’s current practice and procedures.
- Supporting the delivery of SCONUL events including:
- drafting and following up invitations to speakers and other participants with support from the Project Manager
- managing and processing events registrations
- booking accommodation and travel arrangements when required
- production of event documentation
- helping to manage events on site, including briefing and managing colleagues, volunteers, and external suppliers, supporting, advising and directing event participants.
- Processing invoices and other office paperwork.
- Answering general queries from members and students phoned into the office.
- Uploading content onto the SCONUL website and helping keep the content up to date.
Skills and experience required
The ideal candidate will relish the opportunity of working as part of a small dynamic team and be an outgoing, flexible individual with a can-do attitude who enjoys engaging with members.
Essential:
- previous experience of office administration.
- strong interpersonal and presentation skills
- customer service skills including a positive, customer-focused approach
- strong organisational skills and an eye for detail
- excellent written skills in relation to the production of letters and other documents.
- a high level of IT literacy
- proven ability to work as both a team member and autonomously
- willingness to engage with SCONUL’s purpose and mission, and with the needs and aims of our members
- demonstrable experience of managing a diverse workload; being able to prioritise work and working under pressure.
Desirable:
- experience of organising diaries
- experience of organising events
- experience of using Sage
- experience of working with websites.
How to apply:
Please apply with a single document incorporating a written statement and CV by close of play on 18 July. The statement of no more than 1000 words should explain why you believe you have the skills and experience to fulfil this role.
Interviews will be held on Tuesday 30 July, please do confirm in your application if you are able to attend on this date.
The interview will also include a short writing exercise.
Due to the high volume of CV's we anticipate receiving, we can only respond to successful candidates.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Flexible location
This is an exciting new role with the opportunity to make your mark on our websites across The Salvation Army’s UK and Ireland Territory, at a time of digital growth. You will use your technical, regulatory and strategic knowledge to elevate our website, lead the websites roadmap and support the organisation to put best practice at the heart of our web infrastructure.
As the Website Manager you will;
- Work within a passionate Digital section, working with our wider Territory on website support, delivering training and advising on how to increase income and engagement. As product owner, you will be passionate about optimisation and improvements, SEO and UX, testing and reporting and getting the very best out of the product. Working with our web agency, you will prioritise projects, manage content, be the escalation point and lead a team.
- Have excellent technical, organisational, creative and reporting skills, with a strong track record working with content management systems (we use Drupal), SEO tools, Google (GA, GSC, GTM), and CMP tools like OneTrust.
If you are an ambitious, experienced web expert looking for your next challenge and would like to play a key role in The Salvation Army’s digital growth, this could be the role for you!
Happy to Talk Flexible Working
At The Salvation Army we strive to make flexible work arrangements available to everyone. Therefore, for this position, we are open to considering options that meet your needs and the needs of the department. Our flexible options include agile working (a mix of remote and a minimum of 40% Office Based), agile flex (Less than 40% office based) agile flex (Less than 40% office based), home-based working (irregular office attendance working 1 day or less per month at a Salvation Army site), job sharing and compressed hours (full-time hours condensed into a shorter week). If you would like to know more or discuss any details about this vacancy, please contact us.
In order to complete your application please download and read the job profile and any other attachments.
In the job profile you will find the criteria required for the role please make sure that you address this in your supporting statement as this forms the basis of our shortlisting.
Appointment subject to satisfactory references, proof of right to work in the UK.
Please note that any employees who are under notice of redundancy and apply for this position will be given priority consideration.
We reserve the right to close this advert earlier if we feel that we have received sufficient applications.
Promoting equality in the workplace and as a disability confident leader scheme employer, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet all the minimum essential criteria for the vacancy.
Benefits 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (pro rata for part-time); a contributory pension scheme; season ticket loan; an employee assistance programme.
Working hours: Minimum 35 hours per week
Closing date: Sunday 21st July at 23.59
Interview Date: To be confirmed
Do you want to make a difference and be part of a vibrant and inclusive organisation that has been helping save lives for more than a century? As one of the country’s best-loved charities, St John Ambulance played a pivotal role in responding to the pandemic as well as everyday health emergencies, training, supporting communities, and improving young people’s lives.
Supporting the Philanthropy Manager, you’ll focus on cultivating and stewarding relationships with major donors. This will include developing and maintaining relationships with, and securing funds from, existing and new donors to support St John key strategic priorities, such as our inspiring programmes with young people and our community first aid response work. You will be able to work remotely however there may be an ad-hoc requirement to attend donor meetings.
We pride ourselves in being a great place to work, providing a supportive culture with opportunities to grow and develop your career, achieve a healthy work life balance and to be recognised for the great work you do. The role benefits from a competitive salary, generous pension, hybrid, flexible working, 33 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays) - increasing to 38 days over 5 years, options to buy and sell holiday, free first/mental aid first aider courses, Blue Light and NHS online shopping discounts, cycle to work scheme, life assurance, flu jab, eye care, mental health and wellbeing tools and volunteering days.
About You:
With your proven experience of philanthropy fundraising, you’ll have personally secured 5 figure + gifts from a major donor. With your ability to develop and maintain excellent relationships with donors, you’ll be able to adapt your communication style to articulate complex issues in a succinct and compelling way.
You’ll have project management skills to enable you to devise donor engagement plans and work with senior volunteers and trustees to develop funding proposals and identify opportunities.
About The Role
- Actively work to secure income to meet agreed personal and team fundraising targets in line with the organisation’s operational priorities to meet the needs of the communities and individuals we serve.
- Identify potential prospects, working alongside the Prospect Researcher, Senior Management colleagues and Trustees to continue to identify new prospects to grow the pipeline.
- Build, manage and maintain a portfolio of donors from £5,000 gifts upwards, stewarding relationships to ensure donor satisfaction and long-term financial commitment, including detailed and timely reporting as well as engagement with senior stakeholders within St John.
- Collaborate effectively with colleagues in fundraising to identify major donor prospects and opportunities to maximise donor experience – such as work with Supporter Engagement and the Community Fundraising team.
Please see the job description for more detail
About Us:
St John Ambulance is committed to increasing the diversity of our team and making sure we best reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. At St John, everyone is valued and supported to thrive; we have several networks including the Armed Forces Multi Culture, Disability and Accessibility, Pride, Family and Carers and Women’s groups. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination and engender a sense of belonging for all, by creating an environment of mutual respect, where we value unique differences and demonstrate authentic allyship. We believe passionately in equity, diversity and inclusion.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
You will work alongside the Head of Research, Evidence and Learning to help improve the collection, management and analysis of data from THET’s programmes and external engagement. THET is experiencing an exciting time of growth, and you will play a critical role in improving learning within the organisation, ensuring that the impact of the work we do is accurately captured and analysed, helping us sustain and improve crucial Health System Strengthening and Health Workforce Strengthening initiatives across the globe.
You will play a leading role in the operation and improvement of our data capture and analysis tools, including our Salesforce-based programmes MEL portal. You will contribute to the development of a data strategy for the organisation, and associated process improvement. You will help to ensure the quality of data, and contribute to research, programmatic learning, advocacy and more. To be successful in this role, you will be a fast learner, get things done and excel in working across teams as well as managing a varied portfolio of work. You will be a strategic thinker with an ability to manage complex problems in situations with significant uncertainty.
Key Responsibilities
1. Data Management and Analysis:
- Review and oversee data management processes, including storage and retrieval of data.
- Support the quality assurance of data across platforms, including data cleaning and audit, and providing input to the improvement of data collection.
- Lead on the development of data analysis reports as required, for programmes, research or advocacy.
- Contribute to the analytical design of research initiatives and knowledge products.
- Lead on the oversight and analysis of strategic data points over time. Create and maintain dynamic data visualisations.
2. Organisational Improvement
- Contribute to the development of a data strategy aligned with THET’s wider learning agenda.
- Identify issues and lead on the improvement of data related processes. Develop tools/guidance and engage in staff capacity building.
3. Programmes MEL Portal (Salesforce based)
- Ensure best practices are embedded across the use of the portal for quality, relevant data capture.
- Lead on the capacity development of staff and partners on use of the portal for data collection and extraction.
- Ensure the portal is fit for purpose, including interacting with service providers on troubleshooting and improvement.
How to apply
Candidates can apply by submitting a two-page cover letter stating why they are interested in this position, what they would bring to the role and how they fit the person's specification.
This letter should be submitted with a CV to THET by midnight Sunday 14th July THET is an equal-opportunity employer, and any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification. See Job pack for full instructions and details.
This post is UK based. Non-EC nationals will require current and valid permission to work in the UK.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Harley Foundation was set up in 1978 by the last Duchess of Portland, as an arts education charity which would ‘encourage creativity in all of us.’
Director
Up to £80,000
Worksop, Nottinghamshire
Based onsite at the Welbeck Estate
We now have three blocks of artist studios for artists, makers, designers and craftspeople, a dedicated education studio and pottery studio and free access museum and gallery. The Harley Gallery opened in 1994 and the Portland Collection Museum in 2016. These complementary spaces welcome around 100K visitors annually. Our buildings combine artists needs with visitor engagement and we are proud of our education programme, which includes funding for school visits, in-gallery family activities and work with adults through charities such as MIND.
The Harley Foundation are now seeking their next Director who will curate and plan an inspiring and engaging programme of exhibitions, both contemporary and historic and will, work closely with the Board to develop and implement strategies to expand the reach and of the Foundation and increase visitor engagement.
For this unique and exciting Director role, we are looking for individuals who bring the following skills/experience;
- Experience of artistic programming in a regional context
- Experience of managing impactful education and outreach programmes to attract a diverse range of audiences
- Outstanding communication and influencing skills able to deal with a wide variety of key stakeholders
For further information, please review the dedicated micro-site linked to the job advert on the Prospectus website.
Deadline for applications: 10 July
Interviews with Prospectus: 22 July – 16 August
Interviews with Harley Foundation: w/c 9 September
Are you skilled at managing complex calendars and ensuring deliverables stay on track? Do you excel in high-level PA roles and Project Coordination? Are you passionate about research and innovation in the humanitarian sector?
Charity People are delighted to be partnering with a global charity that is dedicated to finding solutions to complex humanitarian problems through research and innovation. This well-established organisation works in collaboration with humanitarian organisations, researchers, innovators, and the private sector to tackle some of the most challenging issues affecting people worldwide. Their mission is to build a global research and innovation system that is relevant, responsive to need, and capable of delivering transformative solutions.
As the Executive Personal Assistant, you will provide comprehensive and confidential administrative support to the Director of Impact and Engagement and their direct reports (Heads of Teams) to help manage their workload and keep deliverables on schedule.
Executive Personal Assistant
Duration: Initially for 3 months with a potential monthly rolling extension.
Immediate start essential
Location: London, Cardiff, Edinburgh, Manchester, or remote within the UK.
A remote-first working environment whereby staff can choose to work from home or their office of reference. Staff are expected to attend in-person meetings monthly (at most) to support collaboration and connection with team members.
Hours: Full time (35 hours per week)
Flexible working is supported as much as possible and requests for non-standard hours will be considered.
Pay: Hourly pay £20.37 plus £2.46 per hour holiday pay, up to £22.35 plus £2.70 holiday pay per hour (Equivalent to annual salary of £37,080 - £40,685 FTE)
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain good relationships with members of the Board, Leadership Group, managers, and external stakeholders.
- Effectively manage the Director's and Heads of Team's Outlook calendars, anticipating and scheduling regular events, meetings, and appointments.
- Maintain inboxes, ensuring urgent emails are prioritised and responding appropriately.
- Assist on a range of projects focused on programme delivery and organisational development, communicating progress updates and resolving issues.
- Coordinate procurement and contract management processes, ensuring compliance.
- Collate information, statistics, reports, and presentations to support the Director and Heads of teams.
- Support the planning, administration, and organisation of events, including programmatic steering groups, engagement events, and staff events.
- Organise travel and accommodation through our corporate travel agent in line with company policy.
- Maintain and develop intranet pages related to the teams and provide support and coordination to our current SharePoint development project.
- Coordinate and organise meetings, prepare agendas, take notes of actions, and ensure staff members are adequately prepared.
- Process expenses and invoices, ensuring compliance with financial processes.
- Undertake any other duties as assigned in support of the charity's purpose and objectives.
Essential Skills and Experience:
- Significant experience working as an executive PA for a senior team, including administrative support, diary, and inbox management.
- Autonomous working with the ability to use judgement and discretion.
- Experience coordinating procurement and contracting processes.
- Project coordination experience, maintaining deadlines, budgets, and stakeholder communication.
- Proactive attitude with the ability to take initiative confidently.
- Excellent problem-solving skills, independently resolving administrative, compliance, and policy issues.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to build rapport quickly with a wide range of stakeholders.
- Exceptional organisational skills, with the ability to plan, prioritise, and meet tight deadlines under pressure.
- Events coordination experience.
- Experience working within grant management, innovation, or research.
How to Apply:
If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply without delay as we are reviewing applications on a rolling basis.
Closing date: 8th July at 9am
Interviews: Thursday 11 July via Teams
Start: ASAP
Charity People actively promotes equality, diversity and inclusion. We match charity needs with the 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.
Early Help Support Worker
We are looking for an Early Help Support Worker to act as a keyworker delivering packages of support with children, young people, and whole families to prevent escalation to more intensive services.
Position: Family Support Worker
Location: Harborne/hybrid (the families you will be supporting will be based in Northfield. This is an outreach position and you will be expected to be based in the community)
Hours: Full-time and part-time hours available
Salary: £26,000 per annum (pro rata for part time)
Contract: Permanent
Benefits: Staff Benefits include: Hybrid and Flexible working, Workplace Pension, Employee Assistance Programme, Enhanced annual leave allowance, workplace wellbeing support
Closing Date: Midnight Sunday 7th July
Interview Date: 11th / 12th / 18th July
The Role
Through undertaking an Early Help Assessment and by working with families in a person-centred way, you will help people on your caseload to make positive changes and to develop the skills to manage their issues in the future.
You will work within the Early Help Locality multi-disciplinary team to provide a timely and front-line response to the needs of children, young people, and their families, acting in accordance with local policies, procedures and priorities.
Key duties include:
- Work in partnership with other practitioner/professionals, children, young people, and their family.
- Work within a multi-disciplinary and professional integrated Early Help service to provide a timely response to the needs of children, young people and their families.
- Deliver evidenced based interventions.
- Provide a timely response to the identified needs of children and young people.
- Promote and use an Early Help Assessment framework.
- Be responsible for a high standard of case recording.
- Engage with children, young people and their families and actively promote their participation in assessments and support plans.
- Manage and prioritise an allocated caseload.
- Organise and participate in planning programme delivery of evidenced based programmes.
About You
We are looking for an empathetic communicator with experience of delivering outreach support work and supporting families and individuals with complex support needs, with the ability to forge links and establishing relationships with partner agencies
About the Organisation
A leading provider of services to the health and social care sector, we provide a range of services across Birmingham, Solihull and the West Midlands where the aim is to reduce inequalities in learning, employment and health. As an employer, the organisation is proud to offer a range of benefits to staff including flexible and hybrid working patterns, and the provision of workplace wellbeing support and activities.
You may also have experience in areas such as Family, Family Support, Community Support, Community Engagement, Family Worker, Family Support Worker, Community Support Worker, Community Engagement Worker, Outreach Worker, Family Support Officer. #INDNFP
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
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We're looking for a Supporter Care Officer to join Your Place and be part of our dedicated team to help us with our mission to solve homelessness in east London, one person at a time!
About the role
Based within the Fundraising Team, this role is responsible for providing exceptional supporter care to our donors and fundraisers, ensuring accurate record keeping and reporting, and supporting various income streams for the charity including individual giving and community fundraising. It is an important role within the Fundraising and Communications Department, which is responsible for raising the profile of the organisation and the experiences of those we are here to help, and mobilising support to the cause.
This role will help acquire and steward existing and prospective supporters, including individuals, schools and faith groups taking part in fundraising events and activities, as well as one-off and regular donors. It will ensure people receive an excellent supporter experience, so that both they feel valued and informed about the impact they are making.
Salary: £28,080 - £32,240 annual salary
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 37.5, Monday to Friday
Location: Canning Town/Hybrid
Other responsibilities include
Supporter Experience
- Be the first point of contact for all fundraising enquiries, providing information, support and materials quickly and efficiently.
- Ensure that supporters receive timely and relevant charity updates and thanks, and that all scheduled communications add value to the relationship.
- Assist in organising acquisition and donor care events (in-person and online), showcasing the service and encouraging a deeper connection to the cause.
Fundraising Administration and Best Practice
- Manage and update supporter records and report on fundraising activity and performance.
- Work with the Fundraising and Finance Teams to process donations and reconcile fundraising income.
- Prepare supporter data analysis reports to support planned activity.
- Assist with fundraising, marketing projects, and campaigns.
- Ensure activity and communications meet fundraising best practice, as well as our brand guidelines and organisational values.
- Ensure supporter data is handled sensitively and in line with data protection and our privacy policy.
- Keep up to date with fundraising best practice and legislation.
- Maintain a comprehensive knowledge of the organisation’s service provision and impact.
Community Fundraising and Individual Giving
- Lead on relationships with existing community supporters, including fundraisers, schools and faith groups, ensuring an excellent supporter experience.
- Help to identify opportunities to grow our community of supporters, and plan engagement initiatives and events that raise the profile of the organisation and lead to increasing levels of public support.
- Work with colleagues to acquire new supporters using a planned process of cultivation, conversion and stewardship.
- Support the Senior Individual Giving and Legacies Officer and Senior Philanthropy Officer to develop and implement campaigns and donor journeys.
Volunteering and Gifts in Kind
- Work collaboratively with volunteers and the Community Partnerships Team to ensure adequate support for fundraising activity and outreach opportunities.
- Work collaboratively with the Facilities Team to maintain and develop our food donation programme.
General
- To attend meetings internally as and when necessary, for example, Directorate, Management and planning meetings.
- To undertake such other duties within the competence of the post holder which may be required from time to time.
About you
Experience and skills
- Experience in an administrative role
- Excellent IT skills, working with a variety of systems including Microsoft packages and databases
- Strong planning and organisational skills including personal self-management, work administration, reporting and follow-up
- Understanding of the principles of and being passionate about supporter care
Abilities
- Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, to internal and external stakeholders
- Build strong working relationships with supporters of all levels
- Work in a logical, organised manner with a high level of attention to detail
- Able to multi-task and be comfortable working as part of a small team, as well as independently
Personal qualities
- Proactive individual with a positive attitude who can work collaboratively across teams to achieve excellent outcomes
- Focused and results driven, with a readiness to seize new opportunities and source new ideas
- Creative and lateral thinker with a flexible attitude to changing priorities and environment
- Commitment to advancing mission and values of Your Place
- Willingness to work outside of normal office hours if and when required
Desirable criteria
- Experience working in fundraising environment
- Experience using a supporter database
- Knowledge of Code of Fundraising Practice, and fundraising laws and regulations
- Strong interest in working for a homelessness charity
- Committed to continuing professional development
About applying
When applying don't forget to answer the questions in our application process to tell us more about how you meet the skills, knowledge, and experience to be successful in this role.
At Your Place, we are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We know through experience that the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds create a stronger and more creative work environment that delivers better resident outcomes. We welcome applications irrespective of peoples age, disability, sex, gender, identity and gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation or other personal circumstances. We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process, including the consideration of reasonable adjustments for people who have a disability.
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The Talent Set are delighted to be partnering with St Martin-in-the-Fields Charity on the recruitment of a Major Donor Manager for their fast-expanding fundraising team.
What’s on offer:
Salary: £43-£48,000 per annum
Working Pattern: Hybrid working from their Bloomsbury office (Central London)
St Martin-in-the-Fields Charity exists so that everyone has a safe place to call home, providing emergency financial help that can transform a person’s circumstances within days. The Charity also funds a range of projects across the UK, providing innovative services within healthcare, legal advice and mental health support to facilitate a long-term transition out of homelessness. The Charity is at a pivotal stage in their development, building on the hugely successful BBC Radio 4 Appeal that will enter its 100th Anniversary in 2026, diversifying income streams to create year-round opportunities to donate and support their diverse programmes.
The Major Donor Manager will develop and deliver a leading-edge programme of major donor fundraising that maximises sustainable income and long-term value for the Charity, ensuring that high-value fundraising opportunities arising from the 100th anniversary of the BBC Radio 4 Appeal in 2026 are optimised. They will ensure the highest quality of stewardship and supporter engagement, working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to deliver a seamless approach to major donor cultivation. Key duties include:
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Work with the Head of Leadership Giving to further develop the Charity’s major donor fundraising strategy and budget, maximising sustainable net income and capitalising on opportunities afforded by the 100th anniversary of the BBC Radio 4 Christmas Appeal in 2026.
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Acquire an excellent knowledge and understanding of the Charity’s values and programmes, working collaboratively to provide bespoke donor information and cases for support.
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Produce and implement solicitation and development plans for existing major donors and prospects, developing opportunities for them to become active and engaged in the Charity’s activities.
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Establish and deliver a programme of major donor research, solicitation, cultivation and stewardship that drives interest, engagement and major giving.
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Develop and deliver high quality, innovative and persuasive pitches (including collateral and supporting budgets) to prospective and existing major donors to deliver income and pipeline development targets.
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Develop relationships with Trustees and other key stakeholders where appropriate in order to access peer networks for potential prospecting, supporting them as peer advocates and ambassadors for the Charity.
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Establish and support major donor solicitation vehicles (for example volunteer leadership boards) to aid in the delivery of the major donor fundraising strategy and programme.
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Work collaboratively across the St Martins’ partner charities to ensure major donor relationships are stewarded in a way that optimises engagement and giving to St Martins’ causes.
We’re looking for the following skills and experience:
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Successful track record in securing and growing financial contributions from major donor audiences.
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Proven experience working with senior volunteers, influencers or advisers to achieve major donor fundraising success, either from development boards or giving networks.
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Demonstrable success in converting prospects to donors, personally securing gifts from private individuals of £50k plus.
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Demonstrable experience of negotiating significant major gifts that have required balancing the demands of major donors with the needs/expectations of the Charity.
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Experience of deploying prospect research and wealth screening techniques to build major donor supporter and prospect insight.
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Experience of high value special events and cultivation programmes.
If you feel you have the skills, experience and passion to end homelessness in the UK, then we would love to hear from you! To be considered for this position please apply with your CV as soon as possible, regrettably please note we may not be able to reply to every application.
We are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices that ensure equal opportunity for everyone, regardless of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and will happily make reasonable adjustments to always ensure a fair process.
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Join the British Small Animal Veterinary Association (BSAVA) and help promote excellence in the veterinary profession.
The role:
The BSAVA is looking for an experienced policy professional in the areas of policy development and legislative change set against a backdrop of a complex and regulated environment. The role operates within a changing landscape dealing with high-profile issues for the sector.
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to shape BSAVA’s policies and national legislation with the aim of influencing outcomes of benefit to the veterinary profession, its clients and the health and welfare of companion animals.
Skills and experience:
We are looking for a self-motivated individual with a track record of success, who can demonstrate excellent understanding of policy-making and legislative change in an unpredictable environment. They will have significant previous experience of working in a policy role, ideally within a life-sciences or a veterinary or human medicine setting.
Experience of working with central government departments along with an understanding of parliamentary processes are preferable for the role. Equally important is the ability to analyse and critique information, formulate evidence-based solutions and accurately convey proposals to influence outcomes.
The successful candidate will be an excellent communicator, with strong written and verbal skills. They will be able to demonstrate effective engagement skills across a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders, including the membership. Diplomacy and political awareness will be essential to ensure successful outcomes. Experience of PR and reputation management as part of the policy-making agenda is desirable.
The candidate must be flexible to work outside of normal office hours depending on the demands of the role which are often driven by the external environment and national events. The role is hybrid, incorporating working from home with travelling to meetings in or around London as required. Therefore, to facilitate the needs of the role and the organisation, ideally candidates would be located in Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Northamptonshire or Oxfordshire.
Other essential skills include:
· Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, as well as general IT skills
· Exceptional organisational and time management skills
· The ability to work effectively as part of a broader team.
· A flexible approach to work
About the BSAVA:
The BSAVA is a professional membership association which exists to advance care for companion animals. With a membership of more than 11,000 veterinary surgeons, vet nurses and students, we work in the UK and internationally to promote excellence in small animal practice through education and science, by facilitating training, conducting research, and developing policy. Each year we deliver numerous education courses, host a large small-animal Congress, and publish books, manuals, apps, and magazines.
This post sits within the Policy and (Corporate) Communications Department and reports to the Head of Department.
Our reward package for this role includes a basic salary of between £43,000 - £48,000 per annum (depending on experience). In addition, we offer employer pension contributions starting at 7% and increasing up to 10% with length of service.
We also offer:
· Holiday starting at 25 days (plus bank holidays) rising by 1 day each year up to 28 days, plus a further entitlement of an additional one day every 5 years of service.
· Enhanced pay for maternity, paternity, adoption and other family-related leave.
· Life assurance of 3 x annual salary.
· Support for hybrid working for our employees, meaning you can work at home subject to agreement and we also have a comprehensive Flexible Working Policy.
· Access to a free legal helpline where you can ask our specialist lawyers for legal advice on an array of topics.
· Health and wellbeing support, including an Employee Assistance Programme, available 24/7 365 days and a network of mental health first aiders. Plus, enhanced Company sick pay, access to private medical insurance upon completion of 12 months’ service, occupational health service and annual flu vaccinations.
· Optional Bupa dental plan.
· Training and development.
· Free onsite parking, and for those who wish to cycle, we offer a cycle to work scheme which provides a discounted purchase of a bicycle and accessories for healthy, low carbon travel.
· Last but by no means least, we have regular social activities and events for those who wish to participate!
And we are:
Community friendly – offering a day’s paid leave to volunteer for a charity or not for profit organisation.
Committed to supporting sustainability in our work and in the veterinary profession. The Association has completed a certified carbon audit and has been awarded silver accreditation with Investors in the Environment.
So, if you are bold and innovative, strive for excellence whilst taking ownership and accountability of your work, show passion for what you do and work effectively in a team – then you’ll be a great fit for the Association, and we would love to hear from you.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Interview date: Wednesday 10th July
Reports to: Chief Executive
Direct Reports: AV Technician
Contract: Permanent, full time (35 hours per week)
Location: Institute of Psychoanalysis, Byron House, Shirland Road, London W9 2BT
About the Institute of Psychoanalysis
The British Psychoanalytical Society was founded in 1913. With around 500 members, we are a UK wide and international community of professionals, dedicated to helping people enhance their lives through an intensive talking therapy, psychoanalysis. The Institute of Psychoanalysis (IoPA) is the outward face and training body of the British Psychoanalytic Society.
Purpose of the job
The Head of Digital will be responsible for leading our digital, IT and information systems. They will also have oversight of AV and for the technical development of online education materials.
The post holder will lead the digital transformation of the organisation, continuously improving the effectiveness and impact of the Society. They will lead resource planning, management, reporting and coordination of projects/initiatives to deliver change in line with business requirements. This will involve leading end to end delivery digital projects, including technology delivery and change management required to improve, implement and embed digital systems, IT infrastructures and processes.
Main responsibilities
- Project manage major digital projects and ensure relationships with external stakeholders and engagement with Members, Staff and Service Users are all managed effectively.
- Research solutions and make recommendations for the improvement of systems and infrastructure.
- Appoint suppliers of digital services and oversee the Institute’s relationships with them, ensuring they provide a high-quality service and value for money.
- Provide first line support to staff, responding to basic technical queries and issues, such as password resets, software installation, and troubleshooting common hardware and software issues.
- Manage the IT infrastructure and security of the CRM system.
- Ensure the smooth operation of the CRM system, including user access management and working with our support provider to carry out data backups and system updates.
- Implement and maintain robust security measures to protect customer data and ensure compliance with organisational policies and industry regulations.
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to the CRM system and collaborate with stakeholders to identify and implement improvements to the system's performance and functionality.
- Establish services in line with industry standard service design principles.
- Keep on top of new and innovative ways to present the Institute’s digital content, proposing and experimenting with ways to develop its content in line with changing digital trends and audience preferences.
- Manage and develop the Society’s AV presence for in-house seminars and events as well as online AV requirements.
- Technical development of online educational products.
- Oversee financial aspects including budgeting, budget review and procurement.
Other responsibilities
- Work to increase the number of people reached through the Institute’s web presence and to build repeat usage, for example, by providing expertise on search engine optimisation, pay-per-click and social media advertising, and managing paid-for search.
- Coach, advise and share information on digital content, communications and services within the wider organisation. Encourage and support staff and members to engage with digital communications and adopt a ‘digital first’ mind-set.
- Take the lead on Google Analytics and other digital monitoring/measurement tools, ensuring that digital metrics are implemented, consistently reported and widely used across the Institute.
- Provide AV support for in-person, online and hybrid events using Zoom.
Benefits
- Flexible office hours and hybrid working (dependent on events, meetings and other activities).
- 25 days annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays (pro-rata for part time staff) plus Christmas closure days in addition to annual leave entitlement.
- Time Off in Lieu, overtime or adjusted working hours to accommodate evening and weekend working.
- A 12.5% non-contributory pension scheme.
Please see the job description and person specification attached for more details.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
StandOut is a growing charity, entirely funded by charitable donations. As Fundraising Officer (Trusts) you will be working alongside the Fundraising and Development Manager to ensure we have the necessary funding needed to navigate the next stage of our development, consisting of an ambitious strategy and plan for growth over the next two years.
You will be self-motivated and proactive as you support the development of our approach to fundraising through trusts and foundations. You will identify new opportunities, write compelling proposals and drive ongoing engagement to increase our income.
Our aim is to reach a sustainable income of c. £1 million within the next three years, enabling our coaching team to work with more participants preparing for release, empowering them to realise their potential. Approximately 70% of our income is from trusts and foundations and we anticipate this will continue for the foreseeable future. We have a strong base of funders from which to work, and this role is intended to build on those relationships and develop new ones. This will ensure we have long term, sustainable funding for the future.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Head of Policy, Voice and Influencing
Employer – Kids
Location – This is a remote position, but it is anticipated you will need to travel to London for meetings approximately once a fortnight.
Salary - £42,000
Hours – 36 hours per week, flexible hours can be discussed at interview.
Closing Date: Wednesday 17th July, 5pm.
The vacancy may close before the deadline, if we receive a high volume of applications for the role. Please apply promptly to avoid disappointment.
Do you possess the vision and leadership to join an extraordinary organisation dedicated to transforming the lives of disabled children, young people, and their families?
Are you an accomplished professional seeking a high-impact role? Do you aspire to collaborate with a team of passionate and dedicated experts committed to executing our strategic vision? As a senior leader, you will report directly to the Director of Fundraising and Engagement, guiding and inspiring a team of exceptional, highly motivated individuals who are deeply committed to their work.
Purpose
This role will lead Kids' social change program, delivering clear policy and influencing objectives grounded in evidence and research from both our sources and external ones. At a critical juncture following the 2024 General Election and the start of a new Parliament, you will establish strategies and tactics for achieving successful impact throughout the next parliamentary term. You will also ensure that disabled children, young people, and their families are at the heart of Kids' efforts to transform the system. By collaborating with these groups, their families, and various partners and stakeholders, they will champion reforms at all levels.
What You Will Be Doing as Head of Policy, Voice, and Influencing
As Head of Policy, Voice, and Influencing, your responsibilities include:
- Develop and implement an influencing strategy to drive changes in the SEND system.
- Create policy reports and solutions for engagement with government and stakeholders.
- Integrate insights from Kids' services into policy development.
- Demonstrate how service delivery and policy influence intersect across departments.
- Gather and present evidence, amplifying the voices of children, young people, and families.
- Establish a strategy for involving children, young people, and families in all aspects of Kids' work.
- Expand engagement efforts with parents, carers, and young people.
- Manage the Youth Voice team and oversee participation programs.
- Represent Kids in external alliances and coalitions.
- Lead campaigns for impactful transitions to adulthood.
- Develop the Young People’s Hub to enhance virtual participation.
- Collaborate on fundraising to sustain Kids' policy and influencing functions.
Leadership and Change:
- Lead existing and new teams using cross-functional methods.
- Collaborate on organisational change projects.
- Cultivate key external partnerships.
Person Specification:
- Experienced in policy development and evidence-based change.
- Knowledgeable about the UK Parliament and government affairs.
- Skilled in relationship building and communication.
- Understanding of SEND policy landscape.
- Ability to simplify complex ideas and engage diverse audiences.
- Proficient in research and cross-disciplinary collaboration.
- Demonstrated leadership and campaign experience.
- Competent in project management and evaluation.
The good stuff/benefits
- Join a company that truly cares about your wellbeing
- Enjoy an enviable annual leave package, starting at a generous 25 days and growing each year up to 30 days.
- Option to buy an additional 5 days holiday.
- Enjoy your entitlement to Bank Holidays.
- We've got your back with Maternity and Paternity Pay.
- Rest easy knowing you're covered with our Death in Service plan.
- Invest in your pension plan with the option to top it up knowing that Kids is also contributing 3%.
- Achieve work-life harmony with flexible hours tailored to your needs.
- Unlock exclusive discounts at hundreds of online retailers through our employee benefits portal.
- Reap the rewards with our enticing "Recommend a Friend" scheme.
- Access confidential support and expert guidance 24/7 through our Employee Assistance Programme, helping you navigate both personal and professional challenges.
- Take care of yourself with Company Sick Pay which you are entitled to from your first day.
- 5 days of paid family/carers leave.
- Salary sacrifice schemes available
- Develop your mentoring skills by either being a mentor or signing up for our mentoring programme.
- Expand your horizons with Kids’ online learning platforms, offering a wealth of professional courses for your personal and career development.
- Apprenticeship programmes available for employees
- Benefit from a colleague engagement programme enabling your voice to be heard.
- Lean on us during difficult times with Bereavement Leave.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are recruiting for a Programme Manager on a 12 month FTC for an independent charity. The role will be responsible for allocated programmes to support the effective delivery and governance of the charitys Strategy and in-year Annual Plan. The post holder will play a key role in supporting complex programmes and reporting relating to Restricted Funds
Hybrid working and start date September 2024
The Role
Ensure the meaningful engagement and involvement of people with Lived Experience across the originations work
Lead the coordination of the charitys Lived Experience Council, ensuring members are well supported and related policies and procedures are implemented and maintained
Lead the coordination of and reporting on Restricted Funds to external bodies, working closely with the Finance team
Deliver transparent and accurate reporting on programmes
Maintain/oversee the delivery of accurate programme Control Logs
Ensure continuous improvement in planning and performance at the charity and ensure tools and templates meet the correct needs and are embedded into delivery
Accountable for ensuring programme plans consider the required governance gateways and suitable lead times for the any procurement and engagement activities
Liaise with the finance team to provide accurate reporting on programme budgets Programme Boards, the Senior Leadership team, Committees and external partners
Plan, deliver and facilitate a variety of workshops drawing on a range of tools and techniques suitable for the specific audience/situation
Effectively engage programme and project teams, ensuring deadlines are met and quality
maintained
The Candidate
Extensive experience of working in a complex and varied scale project management environment
Successful change management experience, with a proven track record and demonstrated ability of working collaboratively with a variety of levels to deliver
Proven experience of developing and delivering involvement programmes/involving people with Lived Experience in strategy, planning and governance
Experience of supporting volunteers (e.g. training and induction)
Experience of facilitating workshops across multi-disciplinary teams
Management of project budgets
PRINCE2 Agile Practitioner and/or experience
Experience of working with multidisciplinary teams at varying levels of seniority
Experience of supervising work or staff working
IMPORTANT NOTE
Our aim is to respond to all successful applications within 5 days. If you havent been contacted within 5 days your application has been unsuccessful and your details will not be held further but we positively encourage you to apply for any other positions that you may see in the future.
We apologise that we cannot contact everybody in person but thank you in advance for your interest.
Third Solutions encourages applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Third Solutions acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003.
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Rights & Security International (RSI) is seeking a Team Leader on International Civic Space to help us take our international work to the next level, especially in Latin America and East Africa. The successful candidate will lead our engagement strategy across Global Majority countries while building and supporting coalitions around country-specific projects.
Fluency in Spanish is required.
**You must have a right to work in the UK and plan to be based here.**
Role overview:
After two years of coalition-building with partners, we have developed a network of relationships with human rights activists and groups in El Salvador, Colombia, Brazil, Kenya, Indonesia, the Philippines and elsewhere. We are looking for a strong organiser and human rights advocate to continue building this network and help other groups organise to create impact.
We aim to facilitate civil society groups’ engagement with UN and regional human rights bodies, support grassroots-led research projects through small grants, and facilitate collaborations on shared advocacy projects.
This position reports to the Executive Director and supervises the work of the Eastern Africa Human Rights Assistant (EAHRA).
Person specification:
· Degree in law, human rights, public policy, international development or another relevant field.
· Fluency in spoken and written Spanish as well as English.
· A minimum of 4 years of experience in international human rights advocacy or relevant community organising, including at least some experience in building or leading coalitions.
· Experience in designing and implementing effective plans to achieve reforms.
· Familiarity with the social and political landscape of at least one country in Latin America.
· A record of drafting and publishing human rights analyses or advocacy documents.
· A strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace, and solid experience of work in multi-cultural environments.
Optional qualifications:
· Expertise in one or more of the following areas: counter-terrorism issues, climate justice, migrants’ rights, or technology and privacy.
· Please tell us if you are fluent in any languages other than English and Spanish.
Responsibilities:
· Create and lead advocacy strategies with partners at the national level in countries such as El Salvador, Colombia and Kenya to stop the human rights abuses that governments commit in the name of ‘national security’.
· Help civil society partners in Global Majority countries take advantage of international advocacy opportunities, including via the Rise Network.
· Oversee a small research grant programme.
· Lead RSI’s role in a major international coalition for civil society on counter-terrorism and human rights.
· Supervise the work of the Eastern Africa Human Rights Assistant.
- Other tasks as assigned by the Director.
To apply: Please submit your CV and complete the application questions on Charity Job.
RSI strives to be diverse, equitable and inclusive. We treat all staff and interns like team members and encourage everyone to bring their full selves to work. We welcome applications from candidates from groups that have historically been underrepresented in the human rights, legal or policy fields, and/or who are from communities that have been directly impacted by the issues we address in our work. We also welcome applications from people who are re-entering the workforce after time away. All applications are considered on an equal-opportunity basis.
By submitting your application, you consent to our processing and retention of your personal data to the extent, and for the time period, necessary to consider the application. We will keep your application on file for no more than six months.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.