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Expected interview dates: Wednesday 28th and Thursday 29th August
Annual Leave: 33 days (plus eight bank holidays)
Benefits:
- enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental pay
- family friendly policies
- 8% employer pension contribution (Aviva) or opportunity to continue NHS Pension
- free health cashback plan (Medicash) employee cover plus up to four dependent children)
- 24/7 virtual GP access (UK registered), plus access to Best Doctors
- free confidential employee assistance programme (Health Assured)
- access to wellbeing app (healthy living tips and Bright TV )
- flexible working options; including hybrid working, flexible working patterns such as part-time, compressed hours and more*
- learning and development committed (bespoke training, LinkedIn Learning etc.)
- employee health and wellbeing committed (menopause friendly, disability confident employer etc.)
Background
Every three minutes someone in the UK develops dementia; a progressive and complex condition that can be devastating for the whole family. One in two of us will be affected by dementia in our lifetime – either by caring for someone with the condition, developing it ourselves, or both.
Dementia UK is the specialist dementia nursing charity that is there for the whole family. Our specialist nurses, known as Admiral Nurses, provide free, expert advice, support and understanding to help families care for their loved one. Every day, Admiral Nurses help families up and down the country to have the best life possible for as long as possible.
Purpose of the job/About the role
This is an exciting opportunity to join the Challenge Events Team at Dementia UK, where you will help coordinate the programme of supporter-led (or ‘DIY’) challenge event activities, driving both participation and income for the organisation.
As the Challenge Events Executive, you will leverage your knowledge and insight to identify new partnerships and opportunities. You will be responsible for developing and implementing marketing plans that increase participant numbers and creating stewardship journeys that ensure excellent supporter experiences and maximise income. Additionally, you will be responsible for stewarding the ‘DIY’ challenge event supporters and will work to provide automated stewardship suitable for the masses as well as bespoke stewardship to the high value supporters.
To be successful in the site role, you will have experience of coordinating fundraising events or campaigns. You should possess hands-on experience utilising relationship databases, coupled with an understanding of effective marketing channels, particularly digital. Additionally, expertise in stewardship techniques will be crucial for increasing remittance rates and maximising average gifts. You should also have an understanding of how to use insights, data and market trends to identify opportunities and make recommendations.
Join us now and be part of a team dedicated to making a real difference in the lives of those affected by dementia.
Our Culture
In addition to a competitive salary and a generous benefits package, we truly value our people. It’s important for us to create a working environment that looks after our workforce to achieve their full potential. You will become part of a diverse and dedicated team who are supported to use and develop their skills. We recognise and value the key role you will play in delivering our strategic plans for the benefit of those living with dementia.
Our staff have a voice. Representatives from different roles and levels across the organisation positively contribute and lead on our working groups around health and wellbeing, menopause, and equality, diversity and inclusion.
Dementia UK is proud to welcome everyone, we aim for a truly inclusive culture with talented, diverse teams that represent a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We celebrate differences and individuality and encourage everyone to join us and be their whole selves always.
*Please note that any decision on flexible working is based on business needs
The role
We’re seeking an individual giving manager to manage our ambitious individual giving team following an internal promotion. Individual giving is at the core of our 5-year strategy, and you will have the opportunity to help shape this area of huge fundraising potential for the charity. We will also help you to develop your own fundraising and leadership skills. In this role you will be responsible for:
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Developing and delivering acquisition and retention strategies across a variety of channels and products
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Leading on the creation and ongoing optimisation of supporter journeys and experiences for our priority audiences
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Ensuring that your team’s welfare, wellbeing, development and performance are being managed well.
About You
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Experience of line managing with a focus on staff development and coaching
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Excellent knowledge of and experience in individual giving fundraising
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Experience of planning, implementing and evaluating campaigns across a range of channels including print, digital and social media.
If this sounds like you – we’d love to hear from you!
About Working for Us
This is a fast-paced and growing organisation that is really committed to making a difference. Being a part of our team is being part of a thriving, positive, dynamic, successful, and welcoming community that is making an impact. We will support you and develop you should you wish this, and you get the opportunity to be involved in activities outside the scope of your immediate role. We care about your health and well-being and your work-life balance, and you will feel that your contribution is valued and matters.
About Us
Pancreatic cancer is a tough one but we're taking it on. It is tough to diagnose, tough to treat, and tough to research. For too long this disease has been side-lined. We want to make sure that everyone affected by it gets all the help they need. Together we are taking on pancreatic cancer. Underpinning this vision are our three values:
- Courageous
- Collaborative
- Compassionate
We cannot achieve our vision without employing people who are committed to our vision, strategy, and values.
At PCUK our ambition is to create an inclusive working environment that reflects the communities and audiences that we engage with and where everyone can be their true selves, where they feel respected, championed, heard, and supported. We want our workforce to achieve their potential, understand their contribution and feel proud of their impact by creating a culture and organisation that is genuinely inclusive by advancing equality, diversity, inclusion, and belonging through our policies and practices.
We believe diversity drives great outcomes by encouraging the different points of view that come from a diverse workforce. We want to hear from and engage with people whose experience of dealing with this disease may be very different depending on their individual circumstances and background. We can think of no better way to do this than by ensuring that this role fully represents our intent therefore we are especially keen to consider applications from suitable applicants who consider themselves to be in areas that appear underrepresented within the charity sector.
Safeguarding
PCUK is committed to safe and fair recruitment processes that safeguard and protect those we work with, support and serve. We make sure all our staff are selected, vetted (DBS/Criminal record checks where appropriate), trained, and supervised fairly and to a high standard so that they can provide safe, effective and compassionate care. Where we work with volunteers, we extend the same support in order to ensure that they are working within our ethos and standards.
How to apply
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You can download the Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role. If you have any questions about this role that we’ve not answered, please get in touch with us.
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To apply, please complete the online application form, setting out why you are interested in the role and how you meet the person specification criteria. This information will be used to select candidates for interviews.
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You will need to have the right to work in the UK as we are not able to provide sponsorship for this role.
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Please note that interviews will be held remotely on 28th and 29th August
No agencies/sales call please – as a charity we work hard to keep our costs down and therefore will not be engaging agencies to support this recruitment.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Poverty is not part of God's plan. You are.
Are you an experienced advocate and manager, well versed in international policy challenges with a passion to influence decision-makers to serve the needs of people in poverty affected by environmental breakdown, conflict and disasters?
Do you want to play your part in influencing global policy and supporting local actors, particularly the church, to seek justice?
At Tearfund, we know that the related challenges of economic instability, climate crises, pollution, conflict and humanitarian disasters is having a devastating impact on people in poverty and reversing gains made in poverty reduction. We are passionate about accompanying the church to take a central role in advocating for justice in the response of governments and business and in building bridges between stakeholders to drive more ambitious action.
The purpose of this role is to lead Tearfund's public policy team and work to deliver collaborative ambitious, well resourced policy and advocacy programmes and to be a focal point for all our influencing work with the UK Government, EU, US and UN.
Key areas of focus for the postholder would be to:
- Oversee the effective development and impactful implementation of comprehensive global policy and advocacy strategies on four areas
- Foster collaborative ways of working with other relevant teams in the influencing and international group and fundraising and communication group
- Represent the organisation in high-level influencing meetings and act as a key media spokesperson
- Give general policy advice and support to the Chief Executive and organisationally.
- Contribute to the leadership of the wider Policy and Programme Development Unit leadership and lead and manage the Public Policy Team
Do you have the following experience?
- Experience of leading, formulating and implementing advocacy strategies and plans and overseeing others to do the same.
- Experience of lobbying and driving policy level changes with multiple governments, businesses and key donor agencies globally.
- Experience of working collaboratively in a complex environment
Do you have the following skills?
- Skilled in leading diverse and virtual teams
- Significant ability to influence others through articulate written and verbal communication with audiences at all levels
- Significant ability to think and plan strategically
- Significant ability to network, negotiate and influence within and outside the organisation
- Strong political judgement
If that's you, then we would love to hear from you! All applicants must be committed to Tearfund's Christian beliefs.
Contract: This is a full time role that can be based in any country where Tearfund is registered and is able to employ staff. The salary will be dependent on location and will be market related.
Hybrid Working: For UK staff, this role is eligible for hybrid working and you will be required to work from the Teddington Tearfund office and from your home by agreement with the line manager.
We particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities and those from Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds (in our UK workforce) as these groups are currently under-represented at Tearfund.
The recruitment process will include specific checks related to safeguarding. In addition, personal identification information will be submitted against a Watchlist database to check against criminal convictions as a counter-terror measure.
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!
Director of Housing and Communities
Bristol Based Charity Group
Salary c£70,000 per annum plus benefits
Our client is a Bristol based UK charity group, with the mission of improving lives through grants, housing, community projects and partnerships with other local charities and social enterprises. It has transformed and enhanced the lives of those in need in the Bristol area for over six hundred years. They currently manage three sheltered housing schemes and one extra care housing (ECH) scheme for older people and a range of semi-detached properties and they are looking to increase their housing units either through development or through partnership working with other local housing providers.
Following an extensive review of operations, they are about to embark on an exciting and ambitious 5-year strategy that will focus their work on place-based community transformation. The Director of Housing and Communities is a new position in their structure and will be pivotal in the drive to put housing front and centre of their operations and the development and implementation of their ambitious plans. This will be a unique career opportunity to oversee a unified directorate of Housing and Communities, providing a strategic lead on all Housing matters as well as providing leadership to the combined operations.
Reporting into The Chief Executive, the Director of Housing and Communities will:-
· develop and deliver the Charities’ 5-year Housing strategy, including identifying and building new housing schemes as part of a hub strategy.
· lead and develop the Charities’ integrated approach to community development, establishing and embedding community hubs across the existing asset base, including housing schemes.
· lead robust, high-quality, person-centred housing management and support for all residents in line with regulations.
The new Director of Housing and Communities will be an experienced housing professional with extensive knowledge of housing legislation, regulation, and housing finance delivered in a customer focused environment. Residents will always be their ‘community of first priority’ and the new Director will also promote exciting and innovative community building and resident wellbeing activities within our schemes.
You will ideally have experience of working with older people and will have been involved in the development of supported housing.
Our client has a vision to see communities that have struggled most with the injustice of deprivation thrive. If you are passionate about seeing lives and local communities transformed they would love to hear from you.
For full details of the role and how to apply, please click on the link to the recruitment pack or contact Julie Kellaway at The Housing Executive (THE).
Application is by CV, supporting statement and completion of the monitoring form - by 9am on Monday 2nd September 2024. Please sent all documents to Julie Kellaway at THE.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Interim Head of Finance for an International Charity.
12 Month FTC
£75,000 - £78,000
Hybrid Working ( 2 days per week in their SE London Office)
Responsible for leading financial strategy, planning, financial stewardship and control, and for enhancing organisation-wide business improvement.
The post holder will provide a wide range of strategic-level business support, financial analysis including scenario planning and information to the Board and its sub-committees, the executive team and wider management.
Line manage 4 Direct reports and report into the Director of Finance.
This organisation has income of Approx £80 million.
Person Specifications:
Member of a recognised professional accounting body, with extensive post qualification experience demonstrating skills at a senior level in a large, international organisation.
* Extensive experience of leadership in a global operating environment.
* Extensive experience of working with and gaining the credibility of senior level executives and stakeholders from a wider range of disciplines.
* Extensive experience of change management and business improvement techniques
* Extensive experience of leading a Finance function that delivers excellent customer service standards
*Extensive experience of managing and motivating colleagues within a large finance division.
* Extensive experience of strategic planning, budgeting and developing successful models of management reporting.
* Advanced ability to build respect for the value-adding nature of financial information.
* Extensive experience of statutory reporting, preferably in the not-for-profit sector
Key Outcomes:
The client is provided with a level of business support, financial analysis and information which will inform and guide strategic and operational decision making. A three-year financial planning process and the annual budgeting framework will set appropriate resource allocation parameters and in so doing guide the organisation to achieve its impact and Board agreed financial targets. The monthly finance report, supporting KPIs and quarterly reforecasts enable key business leaders across the organisation to have sight of key financial information on which to set priorities.
* Processes are redesigned to be efficient and effective so that stakeholders perceive the finance function as an essential value-adding business partner.
* The Executive and the Board routinely examines key financial and operational data presented by the Finance Team.
* New business models, opportunities, bids and tenders are supported with appropriate due diligence and financial modelling. New grants and contracts are competitively priced supporting new business growth.
Our vision is for a world where everyone experiencing a mental health issue receives support and respect. Join our passionate, dedicated team and make a difference today.
About the role
Working in the People and Culture team, the role has an internal focus on engagement with our workforce to support the physical and mental wellbeing of our employees and volunteers, making Solent Mind an even better place to work.
The key focus of this role is to enable a working culture and environment that allows employees and volunteers wellbeing to flourish, contributing to a healthier, more productive, and more inclusive organisation.
About you
You will be excited to join our new People & Culture team focused on delivering a people agenda that is about developing high-performing teams and supporting the organisation on a journey of change.
You will have a good understanding of workplace wellbeing and industry trends. Ideally, you will be an HR professional with previous experience of working in employee wellbeing and engagement roles or projects.
Keen to play a significant role in helping us achieve our 2024 – 2027 strategy, Reaching Far, Reaching High, Growing Together! you will be an ambitious HR/Talent professional with a passion for mental health and wellbeing.
About us
We're Solent Mind! We’re part of a network of over 100 Local Minds who tailor trusted mental health services to our communities. We set our own strategies and partnerships and rely on the support of our brilliant local fundraisers.
We collaborate with Mind to make sure their pioneering campaigns, information and research make a difference in Hampshire. Together, we make better mental health possible both locally and nationally.
Benefits
Our Gold award for Workplace Wellbeing Index 2022/2023 and being a Mindful Employer reflects our commitment to our lively, friendly teams. We empower our people to have a voice, discover new opportunities and develop their careers. In addition to knowing you’re making a difference, you’ll also enjoy excellent benefits, including:
- Flexible working to promote a healthy work/life balance
- 25 days’ annual leave rising incrementally to 30 days per year (pro rata for part-time)
- Pension plan
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Season ticket and cycle-to-work scheme
If you’re ready to join the fight for mental health, visit our website to find out more and apply.
Closing date: Monday 19 August 2024
Interview date: w/c 2 September 2024
We are not able to accept CV’s for any of our vacancies or applications from recruitment agencies.
Posts may be subject to a relevant DBS check.
Solent Mind welcomes applications from all the communities in which we work. Appointments are made on merit.
Registered Charity No: 1081116. Registered with Limited Liability in England and Wales No: 4004500.
About this job:
Guided by the Bikeability Delivery Lead, your role will be varied and sociable. You’ll be empowering children across Bristol to benefit from cycling and helping people across Bristol access secure bike storage.
As the Cycle Training and Bike Hangar’s Administrator, you’ll:
- Be the first point of contact for bookings and queries (by phone and email).
- Help the public with requests and bookings, providing excellent customer experience.
- Liaise with colleagues to administer Cycle Training activities, booking venues, freelancers and volunteers as required.
- Triage more complex requests to relevant staff in a timely and efficient way.
- Help administer the Bike Hangar project, guided by the Bike Hangar Coordinator.
- Use our database and internal IT systems for accurate record keeping.
- Provide invoicing and financial information to the Finance team.
- Help your team to maintain data security, data hygiene and GDPR compliance.
- Help with the smooth running of the office.
- Any other general office administration tasks, as necessary.
About you:
With excellent customer service skills, including a clear and friendly telephone manner, you’ll be a confident communicator, able to work alongside people from all walks of life.
Previous administration or customer service experience is preferable, as well as a good knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook). Most importantly, you’ll be highly organised, have a strong attention to detail, a positive attitude, and an enthusiasm for continuous learning.
About Life Cycle:
Life Cycle is a charity that works with people of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds at every stage of their cycling journey, from learning to ride, to building a career in the cycle industry.
You’ll be joining us at an exciting time of our journey; public interest in cycling is the highest in a generation, and demand for our services is growing. Your efforts will directly impact the environment and local communities.
Company benefits:
- Pension scheme (5% of salary).
- 31 days holiday per annum (pro-rata).
- Company sick pay.
- Staff discounts on refurbished bikes.
- Cycle to work scheme and TechScheme.
- Free cycle training and an annual bike check-up.
Salary: £23,400 - £23,900
How to Apply:
Please fill out the anonymous application form available on our website.
Deadline: 5 pm on Friday 6th September 2024.
Interviews: Tuesday 17th September at Life Cycle, The CREATE Centre, Smeaton Road, Bristol, BS1 6XN.
Start date: We are looking to have a candidate in post as soon as possible.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you passionate about making a difference in people's lives? Do you thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment? Are you ready to take on a role that impacts your community? We are currently seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Independent Advocate to join our vibrant team in Nottingham!
As an Independent Advocate, you will provide crucial support to vulnerable adults facing significant health and social care challenges. Your role involves delivering persuasive verbal and written representations on behalf of clients, collaborating with public and voluntary organisations, and taking directed actions to address client issues. This role demands flexibility, excellent communication, and the ability to handle sensitive information confidently. We provide a full induction and training, equipment including a laptop and mobile phone, and the opportunity to gain the IAP (Independent Advocacy Qualification).
Hours of Work: Full Time: 37 hours, 5 days per week working between Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm
Location: Home based with travel across Nottingham and the surrounding area. (Because of the nature and location of the role, applicants must live within the area; have a full driver’s licence and access to their own transport.)
Contract type: Permanent
Independent Advocate Requirements:
- Strong communication and time management skills to successfully work remotely.
- Excellent IT skills, including the use of Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel, and the ability to learn software packages such as client management databases.
- Attention to detail to ensure accurate recording of records and reporting to meet tight deadlines.
Desirable:
- Previous experience in advocacy, information and advice, or a similar role within health, social care, or the voluntary sector.
- Demonstrable experience working with vulnerable adults.
- Working knowledge of public and voluntary organisations.
Benefits:
- £23,088.00 - £23,991.00 per annum (dependent on experience) + Benefits! 25 days annual leave (pro rata), with the option to buy up to 5 additional days.
- Cash Wellbeing Healthcare Plan Cover.
- Death in service benefit.
- Discretionary shutdown days at Christmas.
- 1 Community Leave Day per annum.
- Bike to work scheme.
Meet the Organisation: Who We Are and What We Do
At POhWER, we are committed to empowering individuals and enabling their voices to be heard. We provide advocacy and information services to support people in making effective decisions about their health and social care. Our team is dedicated to listening, exploring options, and taking action to meet our clients' best interests.
Think you are the perfect fit for this Independent Advocate role? Don't wait! Apply Now with your CV and Cover letter!
Closing Date: 9AM, Monday 19th August 2024
Interview Date: TBC
For an informal discussion please contact 0300 456 2370 and ask for a call back from Juliet Whiteside.
A DBS check and National Offender Management Service vetting will be conducted for this position.
POhWER is an equal opportunities employer, holder of the Investors in People Silver award, and a member of the MINDFUL EMPLOYER scheme. We are a member of the Positive About Disability scheme, and disabled applicants who meet all the essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview.
Work setting: Hybrid with an average of 2 office days per week dependent on meetings
Salary: £36,967 to £39,608
Contract: Permanent, Full-time (35 hours per week)
Location: London
Are you an experienced Executive Assistant who is used to providing confidential, efficient and adaptable support to senior leaders? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where your contributions directly impact the success of the organisation?
TPP are recruiting an Executive Assistant on behalf of our client, a charity focused on providing support to young people facing health issues.
The Role
As an Executive Assistant, you will support the Chief Executive and Chief Operating Officer, ensuring they are effectively connected with the wider organisation and external stakeholders. You will provide confidential, efficient, and adaptable support, working alongside a dedicated PA team to ensure seamless governance and decision-making processes.
Main responsibilities
- Serve as the first point of contact for the Chief Executive and Chief Operating Officer.
- Maintain the highest level of confidentiality and adherence to internal policies.
- Manage calendars and schedules, prioritising requests and appointments.
- Organise and support meetings, including preparing agendas and briefing materials.
- Assist with the production of Board packs and liaise with Board members.
- Coordinate travel arrangements and manage correspondence.
- Screen calls and enquiries, addressing them as appropriate.
- Conduct research and follow up on action items, ensuring timely completion.
- Produce documents, reports, and presentations as needed.
- Attend select meetings, take notes, and ensure follow-up on actions.
- Handle HR and Finance administrative tasks, including budget tracking and expense management.
- Collaborate with the business support team, providing cover during absences and peak times.
Essential requirements:
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Experience as an Executive Assistant at a senior level.
- Strong organisational skills, including diary and travel management.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and virtual meeting technology.
- Eye for detail and a commitment to confidentiality and GDPR compliance.
- Initiative to anticipate problems and provide effective solutions.
- Ability to work flexibly and professionally.
If this sounds like the role for you, then we would love to hear back. We are reviewing CVs as and when we are receiving them so, if you are keen to apply, then please do so today! Deadline for applications is 5pm on Friday 2nd August.
TPP are always keen to speak with candidates looking to work in the sector so if this role isn't quite right for you, please do check out our website and pop your CV over to us!
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.
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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!
Bipolar UK is seeking to recruit a Senior Peer Support Officer to work part-time as part of a new project inclusive of reaching under-represented members of our community.
We are looking for an experienced applicant who is familiar with peer and lived experience models of support to engage members of our community in London to access support and widen our reach.
The role will include:
- working with our existing services
- project managing the development of new grant-funded services (including targeted provision of new peer support groups) for racialised and minoritised communities in London
- managing existing volunteers and supporting the recruitment of new volunteers
- regularly using Salesforce for both contact management and reporting
- developing links with other mental health services or appropriate agencies
Though Bipolar UK does not offer Crisis Support, the successful applicant may have to direct members of our community experiencing a crisis to relevant services and will also be responsible for recognising and reporting Safeguarding incidents within the bounds of Bipolar UK’s Safeguarding Policies.
This role will require work across London both online (via Teams and Zoom) and in-person.
The position requires good personal interaction skills and the ability to empathise with service users and volunteers while remaining calm and considered in sometimes difficult situations. This is a varied and hands on role and we are looking for someone with good communication abilities (verbal and written) along with good organisational skills. Bipolar UK will offer the successful applicant regular support and engagement with the team, as well as clinical supervision throughout their service with the charity.
Bipolar UK is committed to equality and diversity, and we welcome applications from anyone who would like to join a growing organisation with big ambitions and an inclusive approach without fear of discrimination on the grounds of ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, neurodivergence, gender, age, or lived experience of mental health problems.
We look forward to hearing from you.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are looking for someone with excellent leadership and interpersonal skills to grow the delivery of our Delivery programmes across Newcastle.
The Prince’s Trust is committed to building a workforce that is as diverse as the young people that represent modern-day Britain, and we are ultimately here to support. As part of our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion strategy we are wanting to build a management and leadership team that has greater representation of the diverse communities across England and particularly welcome candidates with lived experiences from Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds.
You will be integral to the England leadership team and have responsibility for a team of managers and youth development leads working across the Newcastle area supporting young people through our direct delivery to young people and with specialist delivery partners. Your work will ensure our footprint mirrors the communities in which we work and the young people we support.
This role is perfect for you if you have a strong track record in operational management (ideally 5 years plus) together with the experience of leading a large staff team with knowledge of foundational employability and enterprise and if you are seeking a role where you can shape, influence, and implement, ensuring excellent standards of delivery. Regular attendance at our Prince’s Trust centre in Newcastle will be required.
We are looking for a passionate and driven colleague, who is able to work collaboratively across the Trust and champion the work of the Newcastle team both internally and externally.
Hours: Full-time
Benefits: Read more about the excellent benefits we offer on our profile page
Travel: Regular travel across communities, particularly in London and with occasional travel to attend meetings and events across the UK and in our Nation Based offices.
Join us and use your skills, knowledge, passion and energy to help us achieve a future free from arthritis.
Are you an engaging, organised individual with a desire to ensure people with arthritis in diverse and underserved communities are meaningfully involved in fulfilling our strategic objectives? Could you work with underserved communities to identify and develop volunteering opportunities and promote our services?
Working in the new Volunteering and Involvement Team within the People and Culture Directorate, you will be part of an innovative and collaborative team responsible for the coordination and management of Versus Arthritis’ approach to volunteering and involvement.
About the role
This is a brand-new post which focuses on partnering with organisations that work within underserved communities, making sure that the experiences of a diverse range of people with arthritis are heard and incorporated into our work.
In this role you will be recruiting to, stewarding and elevating the Involvement and Community Involvement Networks. With the support of the Volunteer Development and Involvement Manager, you will get to plan, promote and deliver an annual calendar of involvement events, and support colleagues across the organisation to develop high quality and inclusive involvement and volunteering opportunities.
About you
If your knowledge, skills and experience include the following then we’d love to hear from you:
- Strong and effective communicator both in writing and orally.
- Problem solving – ability to define and provide creative solutions to problems and challenges.
- Strong digital skills including database management
- Ability to engage stakeholders and co-produce activities/reports ensuring that the voice of people with lived experience is heard and at the centre of influencing best practice.
- Demonstrable understanding of involvement and volunteering.
- Experience of benchmarking and impact measurement.
*As a hybrid worker the expectation is that you will spend around 40% of your working time in our office spaces or working in community settings. As an inclusive employer we will consider home-based working for anyone where office-based hybrid working would be a barrier to being able to work for us, for example for someone living with a long-term health condition or disability.
Benefits
Your excellent benefits include:
- Flexible hours, environments and working practices to promote a healthy work/life balance.
- Health and wellbeing support – including the Employee Assistance Programme (free confidential 24/7 support with mental health, legal and financial queries).
- Simplyhealth cash plan.
- Supportive and inclusive culture, with a wide range of employee networks and support groups available to join.
- Learning and personal development opportunities.
- Competitive annual leave, with the option to buy/sell up to five days per year.
- Generous pension plan, with employer contribution of up to 10%.
- Life Assurance plan (4 x salary).
Interview
Interview dates to be confirmed.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee you will be offered an interview if you disclose a disability and demonstrate sufficient evidence within your application that you meet the essential criteria for this role. We will also make any reasonable adjustments you may require for your interview.
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!
Family Matters (FM) is a dedicated independent charity supporting individuals affected by sexual crime in Kent. We are seeking a committed and compassionate Independent Sexual Violence Advisor to join our team in East Kent.
Key Responsibilities
- Client Support: Provide proactive support to adults who have experienced sexual violence, both within and outside the criminal justice system.
- Risk Assessment: Conduct thorough risk assessments to ensure the safety and well-being of clients.
- Rights and Access: Assist clients in accessing their legal rights, health services, and other necessary support services.
- Case Management: Monitor and inform clients of case progress, offering continuous support through the criminal justice process.
- Community Engagement: Attend relevant meetings, deliver talks and presentations to local groups, and develop networks and partnerships to enhance the visibility and role of Family Matters in the community.
- Reporting: Prepare regular reports for line managers and external funders, ensuring thorough monitoring, evaluation, and administration of project outcomes.
- Outreach Work: Conduct extensive outreach work to support clients across East Kent, requiring regular travel.
Essential Qualifications and Skills
- ISVA Qualification: Possess an accredited ISVA qualification or a willingness to undertake the training.
- Experience: Demonstrated experience in planning and managing caseloads, with strong crisis management skills.
- Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of the needs of victims of sexual violence, especially adults, and sound knowledge of the Criminal Justice System.
- Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to quickly build rapport and provide emotional support to clients.
- IT Proficiency: Good IT skills and familiarity with office management systems and procedures.
- Interpersonal Skills: Strong interpersonal skills with an empathetic, non-judgemental, and compassionate approach.
- Time Management: Exceptional time management skills and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
- Team Collaboration: Ability to work collaboratively with a positive outlook and strong work ethic.
- Resilience: Self-awareness and emotional resilience to handle sensitive situations.
Additional Requirements
- Transportation: A vehicle is essential for this role due to the necessity of travel for outreach work.
- Safeguarding: Commitment to safeguarding children and adults at risk, adhering to FM’s safeguarding policies and procedures.
- DBS Check: All staff members are required to undertake enhanced DBS checks.
Personal Attributes
- Empathetic, non-judgemental, and compassionate attitude
- Proven experience working with gangs, children, and young people
- Strong report writing skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality, data protection, safeguarding, and appropriate boundaries
Family Matters is dedicated to providing a supportive and inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds who share our commitment to supporting victims of sexual violence.
If you are passionate about making a difference and have the necessary qualifications and experience, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our dedicated team and help us support those in need.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
22.5 hours per week, [over 5 days, could include Sundays]
£23,436.25 FTE - £14,251.77 pro rata
We offer many enhanced benefits including:
-28 days holiday a year, plus Bank Holidays
-Stakeholder pension scheme with matching contributions up to 8%
-Free confidential counselling service: available to all staff and volunteers
-Opportunity for all managers to join our Bespoke Management Development Programme - Compass
Full details about our benefits can be found on our website.
Location - Cheltenham, Gloucestershire.
Do you like being creative? Or looking for a hidden treasure? Have you got Retail/Management experience? Are you looking for a new challenge in 2024?
We are looking for an Assistant Shop Manager to help lead our team in the Cheltenham shop. You will be working with volunteers in a creative environment, working with donated goods to maximise sales and net contribution of the shop.
You will make a real difference to young people in England by helping to raise the vital funds needed to support our frontline work. You will need to be driven and focused on making money, and have good communication skills both inside and outside the shop, reaching out to the local community to help build support for the shop.
As an Assistant Shop Manager you will support the Shop Manager to lead a team of diverse volunteers. You will need great people skills and be confident at working with people from different backgrounds creating a welcoming and positive experience for all of our staff, volunteers and supporters.
If you have what it takes to work hard but have some fun along the way then this is the place for you.
Every day we're changing the lives of children in this country for the better - and with your help, tomorrow we can be there for even more.
We look forward to receiving your application.
The Children's Society runs over 100 local services that help thousands of young people who desperately need our support, and we campaign to get laws and policies changed to make children's lives happier and safer.
Every day we're changing the lives of children in this country for the better - and with your help, tomorrow we can be there for even more.
The Children's Society is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practices across our shops and services.
The closing date for applications is midnight on Monday 9th September 2024. If, after 14 days, we have received enough applications we reserve the right to close the vacancy on Monday 26th August.
Interviews will be held on a date to be confirmed.
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Organisational Development Project Officer
University of Westminster
REF: 50069836
Salary: £39,236 - £44,617 per annum (Incl. LWA)
Hours: Full time
Contract Type: Permanent
Position Type: Professional
Department: People Culture and Wellbeing
Location: 32-38 Wells Street, London
This post is full time and permanent, working 35 hours per week.
Join the University of Westminster’s dynamic Organisational Development Team. We are dedicated to advancing our Being Westminster Strategy 2029, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement across the University.
The OD Team sits within the People Culture and Wellbeing Directorate and delivers key elements of the People Strategy across our complex organisation. From delivering learning and development, to enabling colleague engagement and wellbeing, to supporting cultural transformation, the team collaborates with academic and professional services partners to consult and deliver on tailored people initiatives.
We are seeking a Project Officer to join the University of Westminster’s Organisational Development Team. This role will support the expansion of the team’s remit ensuring ambitious projects and dependencies are effectively managed. In this role, you will support various organisational development projects, ensuring timely delivery and effective stakeholder engagement. Your responsibilities will include overseeing operational and administrative tasks, coordinating events, conducting data analysis, supporting audits, and monitoring project risks.
The ideal candidate will have proven project management skills, be CIPD qualified or possess equivalent HR experience, and demonstrate strong communication, interpersonal, and organisational abilities alongside a customer service mindset. In addition, the ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently is also required.
This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the Being Westminster Strategy 2029 and make a significant impact on the University’s development and culture.
Apply now to be part of our vibrant team at the University of Westminster!
To apply for this vacancy please click the apply button. Further information can be found in the job description and person specification, which can be accessed on our careers site.
At the University of Westminster, diversity, inclusion and equality of opportunity are at the core of how we engage with students, colleagues, applicants, visitors and all our stakeholders.
We are fully committed to enabling a supportive and safe learning and working environment which is equitable, diverse and inclusive, is based on mutual respect and trust, and in which harassment and discrimination are neither tolerated nor acceptable.
The University has adopted Smart Working principles to support and further our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion aims of being an inclusive, collaborative and flexible employer. Further details of Smart Working can be discussed at interview stage. This role is hybrid with flexible opportunities to work both on campus and remotely.
Closing date: midnight on 01 September 2024
Interviews are likely to be held on: 13 September 2024
Please click the apply button for further details on contacts and the role.