External Relation Officer Jobs in Rye, East Sussex
Closing date: Tuesday 17th December 2024 at 9am
Please note that the turnaround time between both the first stage and second stage interviews will be short.
We have an exciting opening for someone to join our senior leadership team for a fixed term period during 2025 overseeing our strategy and brand development. We need a strategic expert who understands politics, campaigning and how to get the best out of campaigning organisations - and win credit for that across key stakeholders and with the public.
The Director of Strategy and Brand will guide our strategic direction and public presence to amplify our mission, position 38 Degrees at the forefront of change, and build a resonant brand in the public sphere. They will partner closely with leadership to align 38 Degrees’ strategic goals with real-time social and political landscapes. By shaping organisational strategy, monitoring our progress, and refining public brand positioning, the Director of Strategy and Brand will ensure that 38 Degrees remains agile, cohesive, and impactful, continually driving growth and resilience in service of our mission.
The Director of Strategy and Brand will focus on formulating plans for our strategy, our tactics and how we are set up as an organisation to succeed.
Your background and experience
We are looking for someone who understands 38 Degrees, our model and our organisational culture already. We want someone who shares our fierce determination to change our country - campaigning to do so without fear or favour whoever is in power. You will have worked at, or with, a similar organisation to us, where our supporters are our purpose, and you’ll be ready to engage in discussions about strategies, tactics and way of working from day one.
You will understand the challenges we may face from a change of government. Our power is the passion, and number, of our supporters. You will have insight and experience on how an organisation like ours should respond to a new environment - and capitalise on the changed landscape.
You will understand not just the purpose and strategies of organisations like ours, you’ll know that we can only succeed if we have the right people, structure and culture. You’ll have experience of working in productive and positive environments, and you’ll have insight into how teams can be set up for success in a campaigning space.
You’ll be adept and experienced at project management, understand the pressures the team face working in a fast paced reactive environment and be able to get the best of people in this context to help deliver on longer term, strategic goals.
And most of all, you will be a positive, practical person who can work with others, bringing them with you, to solve problems in a collaborative way.
About us
38 Degrees is one of the UK's biggest campaigning communities, involving over a million supporters who campaign to make the UK a better place. We’re united by a shared vision to create a fairer and more respectful UK and a more sustainable world.
In the space of a week, millions of supporters could be campaigning on anything from protecting our NHS and stopping cuts to Universal Credit, to saving local green spaces and protecting our democracy.
38 Degrees is fiercely independent. We are primarily funded by small donations from hundreds of thousands of members of the public from all over the UK. This independence means we never have to hold ourselves back from taking on those with power and can truly listen to our supporters.
Why you’ll want to work here
The 38 Degrees culture is honest, kind, supportive, courageous, and respectful. We move fast, and frequently change plans to respond to events. We work hard but we also have fun. We regularly enjoy team away days and social hours.
Benefits include:
27 days holiday per year (plus bank holidays); Office closure between Christmas and New year; 9-day fortnight (office closed every other Friday); 4pm closure on the alternate Friday; Flexibility to work 90 days per tax year (30 day maximum per travel in any location as per approval process); one month paid sabbatical leave after 5 years of service; Employer pension contribution; 24 hour employee assistance programme; Enhanced family leave policies; Cycle to work scheme; Employer paid annual flu vaccination; Rental deposit loan; Contribution to eye tests/glasses; Learning and development budget
Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
We’re especially keen to hear from people who’ll bring lived experience of the issues we work on and who’ll make our team more diverse as a result.
So if you’re Black, Asian or from any other minority ethnic group, if you’re disabled, LGBTQIA+, or if you’re from a working class home, your application will be especially welcome.
And thanks to our flexible home working approach and network of offices, we have a staff team that is increasingly based across the UK. We’re keen to continue diversifying geographically, so that we’re rooted in our supporters’ communities.
To make sure that we are able to reach our goal of a diverse team we have equal opportunities monitoring requirements. Your application will not be complete without the equal opportunities monitoring form.
38 Degrees is committed to inclusive working practices, so during the application process we commit to:
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Paying for childcare whilst you’re at 38 Degrees interviews or tasks
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Paying for your travel costs to the office and back – and for overnight accommodation if you’re travelling from a long distance for an interview although at present the majority of interviews are held online using zoom.
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Making any reasonable adjustments – for example ensuring we have a BSL interpreters organised in advance if you’d need one
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If there anything else you’re concerned about or think we could provide, please let us know.
To be successful in your application you must meet the essential requirements for this role and answer the questions below which are part of the selection criteria. Without completion of this task your application cannot be considered.
The successful candidate must have the right to work in the UK at the time of appointment.
Application Questions (max. word count: 2000 words across all questions)
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Our mission is to ‘mobilise a growing and diverse community to collectively campaign for and win change’. What challenges and opportunities are posed by the election of a Labour government to a campaigning community with that mission?
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Tell us about a time where you have been responsible for implementing an organisational strategy - what were the key challenges and how did you achieve positive results?
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38D is a digital first, people-powered campaigning organisation where millions of people do something small to add up to bigger political and corporate change. Tell us about a time you’ve worked with a similar model - and about how it can make a difference in the country.
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What is the most interesting campaign or campaigning initiative run by 38 Degrees in the last two years, and why?
Registered Charity 
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We help young people to build life-long belief in themselves, supporting them to take on their own challenges, follow their own passions and discover talents they never knew they had. Because when you prove yourself that you’re ready for anything nothing can hold you back.
We are looking for a Head of Governance and Risk to lead our corporate governance and risk management functions.
As a trusted advisor, you will support the ELT and Trustees Board and its sub committees on all issues relating to corporate governance, compliance and risk management.
You will define, implement and continuously improve Duke of Edinburgh Award (DofE)’s Governance Framework in line with the Charity Governance Code. You will also ensure DofE’s risk management strategy and framework is embedded and effective.
This is a great opportunity for an experienced governance and risk management professional looking for their next challenge.
What we are looking for:
You will have substantial experience in strategic leadership and day-to-day management across governance, risk management and assurance, or information governance and data protection.
A thorough understanding of corporate governance in the charity sector is essential, along with experience in advising Boards of Trustees and Executive Leaders on governance matters.
You will also bring expertise in risk management and assurance, including the development and oversight of risk management frameworks, supporting processes and procedures, and handling internal audit reviews
You will have a high level of personal integrity and an ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality with a can-do attitude.
What will you get in return?
The opportunity to work for a successful and dynamic charity that has the development of young people at its heart and the wellbeing and development of its people constantly in focus.
From day one you’ll have access to a generous pension scheme and an employee assistance programme, flexible working, volunteering days and Healthcare cash plan, plus many more.
Closing date: 28th November – Midnight
First interview date: 4th & 5th December to be held via Teams
Second interview date: Week commencing 9th December
If you would like to access the application form in a different format or if you would like any assistance that might help improve your experience while completing the application, please contact us.
The DofE are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. All successful applicants will be required to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service check. (e.g. DBS/PVG or similar), including references covering any gaps of employment/education, confirm eligibility to work in the UK and complete a health check.
**The geographical allowance is based on a member of staff having a home or office-based postcode within 30 miles (as the crow flies) from Charing Cross, WC2N 5HS. The allowance is 7% capped at £4,000 per annum.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Rainforest Foundation UK strives for a fairer and more sustainable world by working with Indigenous Peoples and other communities of the world’s rainforests. We’re seeking two Project Coordinators to join our growing team working at the forefront of the fight against tropical deforestation, climate change and social injustice. Hardworking and committed, you will work closely with local partner organisations in the Democratic Republic of Congo to expand community land rights, sustainable livelihoods and forest protection initiatives.
Person specifications
The ideal candidate should possess a minimum of 3 years’ experience in project management within charity or international development settings. You should demonstrate a strong understanding of forest governance and human rights, particularly in Central Africa, and exhibit leadership in project management. Proficiency in both English and French is essential, alongside experience in financial management and a personal commitment to defending human rights. Additionally, you should have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to work under pressure in complex environments, including up to 12 weeks of travel per year to remote forest areas.
For further details regarding the role and specific qualifications required, please consult the Job Description
We welcome all applicants, and encourage those who believe they may not strictly meet all requirements to apply, demonstrating in their cover letter why they are the right fit for the role.
Application process
To submit your application, kindly complete the online application form by Monday 25 November 2024, 9AM. Please be aware that the form will be anonymised for review by the panel.
Please note that CVs will not be considered.
Interviews with shortlisted candidates will be held on 29 November 2024. Please let us know in your application if you are available to attend an online interview.
Download the Job Description
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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HEAD OF TREATMENT SERVICES (CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST 8B)
Reporting to: Clinical Lead
Location of Work: Home/Remote working with some travel for meetings and events.
About Trauma Treatment International
Trauma Treatment International (TTI) is a registered charity in the UK. Our focus and expertise is in providing evidence-based psychological treatment and support to victims of collective violence around the world. As well as providing treatment for victims directly, we also support organisations that are trauma-exposed through their work to uphold human rights, in order to mitigate the impact of trauma in the workforce.
This is a highly rewarding role and an exciting opportunity to join our small and experienced clinical team, to directly support individuals working to tackle collective violence and adults affected by torture, trafficking, slavery, persecution and war. The role offers the potential to work creatively and flexibly internationally, network with fantastic organisations and help to influence and shape TTI’s clinical strategy and activities in this pivotal time in the organisation’s development.
KEY SUMMARY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
Clinical Supervision
● Oversee all services involving individual clinical work (treatment) for TTI in line with the delivery of TTI’s overarching operations, projects and priorities.
● Be responsible for recruitment, line management and clinical supervision of clinical staff and associate and associated management responsibilities
● Contribute to the development of TTI’s strategic vision and annual delivery planning, models of service delivery, standards and clinical governance.
● Input into key organisational policies and procedures
Supervision and Team Development
● Promote clinical and counselling psychology/ trauma treatment as a career
● Develop and implement strategies to actively promote diversity in the clinical team and champion culturally sensitive approaches to trauma treatment through research, partnerships and new projects.
● Identify opportunities to develop Quality Improvement Projects.
● Oversee performance management and CPD opportunity development of direct reports
Operational Delivery
● Hold an individual caseload at all times.
● Review and maintain quality assurance of clinical services, providing data for monitoring, evaluation and learning and reporting processes.
● Ensure a partnership approach to clinical practice.
● Deliver robust service agreements with client organisations and referral partners
Key Required Experience:
● HCPC registered psychologist who has completed Post Graduate doctoral level training in counselling or clinical psychology.
● Minimum 5 years post registration experience working within mental health services.
● Up to date knowledge and experience of working with clients with PTSD, complex PTSD, dissociative symptoms, anxiety and / or depression.
For full details of the role responsibilities and the person specification please refer to the Full Job Description attached.
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:
● 31 days annual leave pro rata to reflect contractual hours (including bank holidays and 3 mandatory days for Christmas)
● 3% Employer Pension contribution
● Commitment to staff wellbeing as a trauma informed organisation
● Commitment to personal and professional development
How to apply
To apply for this position please submit a full CV and supporting statement of no more than one side of A4 outlining your suitability and motivation for the role
Trauma Treatment International (TTI) is committed to supporting you with your application. If you feel you meet some of the criteria but not all, we really hope you'll enquire and learn more. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity.
If you have any questions, or any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the selection process then please contact Jenny George
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.