Fundraising Management Jobs

Are you able to build excellent relationships with supporters? Are you keen to get stuck in and support the team? Can you adapt your communications to a wide range of audiences?

Then we might have the perfect job for you!

Supporter Engagement Assistant
Location: Bristol
Hours: Full-time (35hrs per week but part-time working considered)
Salary: £21,500 FTE (Progressing to £21,700 FTE after 3 months)
Duration: Permanent

At Great Western Air Ambulance Charity, we’re looking for a new Supporter Engagement Assistant. This job primarily involves being the first point of contact for supporters and working as part of the Supporter Engagement Team to build excellent relationships across the area we serve. But it also requires a lot of passion - for our cause, for the people we help and most importantly for the people who help us save lives.

We’re looking for someone who is compassionate for our supporters and everyone involved in the charity; a person who is dedicated to doing their best; a person who can work independently but can collaborate within and beyond their team; and someone who is curious about exploring new approaches and keen to learn and develop.

Whilst having some experience of working with a charity would be beneficial, it is not essential. We are looking for someone who would like to build a career in the charity sector and become a long-term member of our team. We are keen to support professional development and fundraising qualifications. You may be a career changer or fancy a new challenge: The most important thing is your ability to build relationships and work as part of a team.

GWAAC is a great cause to fundraise for, and we have amazing stories to tell and experiences to offer. Our work is very rewarding for our team too – at GWAAC we know that we are contributing to saving local lives every week. We’re looking for someone who shares our passion for that.

You would be joining GWAAC at an exciting time, as the charity continues to grow and innovate in the field of pre-hospital care. You will be supported in developing your skills and be part of a dedicated team committed to saving local lives.

GWAAC is actively committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from candidates from a range of backgrounds and experiences. GWAAC puts people first and upholds a culture of safeguarding.

Closing date: 9am on Wednesday 4th September.

Interested?

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

No agencies please.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Book-Keeper/administrative responsibilities /HR

Part-time: 21 hours per week

Reports to: Director

Salary: 27,500 PA for full-time (pro rata salary)

Job Purpose:

The Bookkeeping/admin role include Managing and coordinating monthly reporting, budgeting and reforecast processes. Answering the telephone, ordering stationary. Providing back office services such as accounts payable, collection of time sheets and payroll. Monitoring cash flow, petty cash handling, paying invoices, communicating with local government finance team, HR and funding application /budgets and monitoring.

Experience of working in a medium size charity and can be work as part of a team friendly cooperative.

Key Responsibilities:

Bookkeepers are responsible for several duties related to managing financial records these responsibilities may include:

· Processing payments, invoices, income and receipts and entering data into accounting software (QuickBooks online) or databases then filing hard copies

· Preparing financial statements showing organisation income and expenditure

· Paying vendor invoices and tracking bank account balances

· Completing VAT returns (if related)

· Verifying the accuracy of business accounts and alerting the management of errors

· Recording any inconsistencies to help the Accountants reconcile inaccuracies

· Developing monthly financial statements including cash flow, profit and loss and balance sheets

· Work with purchasing to enter all PO driven invoices.

· Track employee purchases – ensure appropriate use of company credit cards.

· Work with and support Leadership Team to ensure all expenses are tracked and costs reduced

· Prepare weekly financial reports and correspondence for internal or external review

· Identify opportunities for increased efficiency, enter data for divisional budget and expenses for reporting to Leadership Team.

· File and sort documents (paper and electronically, creating consolidated reports when necessary)

· Various accounting, journal entries, and inventory adjustments.

· Set up and disposal of assets, maintain depreciation schedule

· Preparing employee wages

· Managing employee expense claims

· Helping the with administrative duties and preparing yearly accounts

· Responsible for timesheets, correct or address any payroll changes on weekly basis.

· Give out payslips, email payslips, input on-line banking and advise when submitted for approval.

· Monitor payroll on a weekly basis for any payroll deductions etc

· Prepare payroll & government returns and remittances and payments including HMRC.

Health and Safety and Human Resources:

· Reviewing charities policies and procedures, assisting manager to understand and implement these policies with their staff, to maintain the HR and Safe portals.

· Additionally, work will need to be done to improve the already systems in place

· Attending meetings & note taking

· Ensure all staff are compliant with compulsory CPD, and maintaining up to date records

· Ensuring device policies, mobile phone & laptops, are signed and uploaded onto HR for all staff in possession with a device

· Support recruitment of new staff and lead induction process

· Ensure all new starters and leavers complete all the required paperwork, and that department managers have uploaded the relevant paperwork onto the relevant system

· Human Resources include processing DBS updated

· Manage employee pension plan.

· Maintain vacation, sick leave and attendance records.

· Maintain list of employees.

This Job Description and Person Specification reflect the duties of the post as they exist at this time and may be subject to change based on the needs of the organisation. The post-holder may be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the salary and competence requirements of this post from time to time as required.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Coordinates and assists the Lifelong Family Links with annual budget preparation process including preparation of accounting and personnel reports, document compilation and analysis, and data management.

To take part assigned operations to achieve goals within available resources; plans and development of the organisation; reviews progress and suggest changes in law as needed to Director

Participates in the development of short and long range plans; gathers, interprets, and prepares data for Director, reports and recommendations; coordinates department activities with other departments and agencies as needed.

Reviews and evaluates programs and services to determine how well they meet the legal requirements intent of the charity.

Support grant programs; prepares grant applications. Conducts operational effectiveness reviews and/or management audits to ensure functional or project

Skills/Experience Required :

· AAT qualified

· Previous book-keeping experience essential

· Microsoft Office suite – Excel

· QuickBooks online

· Working for a charity experience

· Funding applications experience

We are recruiting a South Locality Lead Coordinator (28 hours per week) to join a supportive team who are committed to making life better for Manchester’s unpaid carers.

This post is an ideal opportunity for someone with project management experience, who is passionate about support for carers and enjoys working as part of a team.

Carers Manchester South (CMS) brings together three organisations: Manchester Carers Forum, Lifted and Together Dementia Support. The work of the team is focussed specifically on South Manchester. The Team works closely as part of Carers Manchester to raise awareness and identification of carers, and to identify what support is needed for carers that isn’t already there. Forming one team made up of partner organisations allows members of the team to each bring their own skills, experience, knowledge and passion to work together to put the quality of life of carers at the heart of what they do. The postholder would be directly employed by Manchester Carers Forum and would lead this team.

We are looking for someone with a good understanding of the needs of unpaid carers, who has experience both leading a team and a piece of work in partnership with others to achieve agreed outcomes.

This role is focussed on the South of Manchester and will involve some travel in the area. Your office/admin base would be your home address.

We offer training opportunities, flexible working and a generous leave entitlement. 

The deadline for applications is Monday 16th September 10am. However, we may close applications before this deadline if we receive a large volume of applications. Interviews are currently scheduled to take place on Thursday 26th September in central or south Manchester. We will contact successful applicants by email.

We are unable to accept CVs.

We welcome applications from everyone irrespective of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity, faith and religion, disability and age. Appointment will be made on merit alone.

If you are disabled we will support you throughout the recruitment process with reasonable adjustments required.

Thank you for considering Manchester Carers Forum!

Job Summary

This role is an expansion of our employment pathway and will be our first dedicated employment coach for our students.

PiP has developed a unique reputation for our experience and quality of employment support for adults with learning disabilities. This has led to an increased number of referrals with a focus on employment, an expansion of our in-house social enterprise capacity, and more employers keen to work alongside us to diversify their staff base.

PiP is keen to respond to and meet this demand. This role for us is the next step in doing so, allowing us to increase our job coaching capacity and providing more dedicated resource for students on their employment journey. As to date our coaching has been delivered across our existing staff team.

Who We Are

PIP is a local charity that supports adults with learning disabilities or autism to achieve their potential, and to lead lives that are as independent as possible.  

Our mission is to empower adults with learning disabilities to achieve their potential. We are a growing, grassroots charity based in West London, and run a number of key services to promote independence and choice for our students.

What You’ll Need

• Working with people with learning disabilities, or a similar client group
• Experience of training, education, or employment support delivery
• Experience of job coaching or supporting work placements
• Understanding of and commitment to a person-centred approach
• An understanding of the needs of employers and ability to articulate the benefits of having a diverse workforce to businesses
• Able to establish, develop and maintain constructive and professional relationships, both internal and external, with a wide variety of professional and carers
• Evidenced experience of success in building strong and positive relationships with a variety of people and organisations

What We Offer:

· The salary for this role is circa £29,500 dependent on experience with incremental pay progression.

You'll get 25 days holiday + bank holidays ever year. We're closed for Christmas but the rest of the year you may take leave whenever you wish. 

· An extra day of annual leave for each year you've worked with us up to another 5 (30 in total)

· We offer a travel subsidy of up to £7.50 per day to help with the cost of commuting.

· We provide a 4% pension contribution

· Incremental pay progression

· It's an early finish on Fridays - we close once all students leave around 4pm.

· Free Employee Assistance Programme 24/7 including access to counselling

· We offer regular team meals and social-generally during work hours and they are optional.

· We offer a cycle-to-work scheme and other staff discounts

Our Mission

PiP's mission is to empower adults with learning disabilities to achieve their potential. We are a growing, grassroots charity based in West London, and run a number of key services to promote independence and choice for our service users.

Our commitments

PiP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with the Inclusive Employers Standard 2020. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly applicants who are significantly underrepresented in our sector, such as people with lived experience of disabilities and individuals from Black and Minority ethnic communities. 

PiP keeps all personal information confidential and in line with current data protection legislation and GDPR. 

Closing Date: September 13th 2024

We encourage you to apply early, as applications will be reviewed as soon as they are received, and we reserve the right to close the advert sooner subject to finding suitable candidates. 

MhIST is the leading Bolton based mental health charity. We have built on over 30 years of experience working with people experiencing mental health problems in the community, in hospital and in supported environments. We take a broad view of mental health, and we work with anybody who professes a mental health problem.

What we do

MhIST is an innovative user-led organisation that provides a responsive, safe and confidential service that supports people with mental health challenges and their carers’. Our services are inclusive, responsive and creative. We are committed to supporting people to drive their recovery, develop self-management strategies, and respond positively to future challenges.

Our uniqueness comes from the personalised care we provide, through one-to-one support, talking therapies, self-help groups, employment advice and information and advocacy Services. We equip each individual with the skills, attitude and self-belief they need to go on to live a successful independent life in their community.

We are committed to creating a safe and non-judgemental space where people can receive a warm welcome and help to access the right support at the right time. We believe everyone has the right to be listened to, to be heard and to have a voice, that every individual is at the centre of decision making.

Our core values are to support vulnerable people to have a voice in their care and to secure their rights, represent their interests in care planning and obtain services to meet their bespoke needs. Specifically, we:

• Promote social inclusion;
• Promote health equality;
• Promote social justice.

Our vision and values

Before, during and beyond the pandemic, our vision and values continue to drive everything we do - as an employer, support provider, and a trusted and respected community organisation.

Our vision

To deliver a friendly, safe and positive environment for people with mental health problems. Giving people the skills and tools to self-manage their emotional wellbeing.

The quality of our services means everything to us. The people we work with inspire us and in turn we look for new ways to inspire change. We owe it to the people we work with to grow and shape the future, because we believe in what we do.

Our values

Service user led. We are staunchly committed to reflecting the needs of users and involving members in decisions throughout the organisation. We encourage members to collaborate in service delivery and in the governance of the organisation.

Non-judgemental. We want to provide a friendly and safe environment so that everyone in our organisation feels accepted. We know that feeling judged makes our mental health worse.

Confidential. MhIST protects the confidentiality of everyone in the organisation. Poor mental health has made us and our members feel vulnerable and want to ensure that we do not contribute to those feelings.

Encouraging. MhIST provides an empowering environment that enables people to develop and grow as individuals. We make sure that everything we do is working with people towards their own goals.

Empathic. We champion the wellbeing of individuals and treat everyone with kindness. Respect and dignity are the cornerstones of our behaviour.

Key information

Location: 1st Floor, Moorland House, 116 Bark Street, Bolton. BL1 2AX.

Contract: Full-time (36.25hrs/week), permanent

Salary: £58-£60k per annum, depending on experience.

Annual leave: 22 days annual leave, rising with extended service to 27 days per year, plus statutory bank holidays.

Benefits: Pension scheme with 3% contribution from the organisation.

Opportunities for flexible working arrangements.

Ongoing training and development opportunities.

Role Responsibilities:

As our new CEO, you will manage MhIST efficiently, effectively, and safely, aligning with our strategic aims. You will shape plans, ensure governance, and advocate for mental health, maximizing service impact. This role requires an empathetic leader to inspire a culture of learning, inclusion, and support. Collaborating with our Senior Leadership team, you will manage resources, finances, and operations, maintaining high standards. Supported by a committed Board of Trustees, you will work on strategic direction and financial sustainability.

Requirements:

Experience of working as a CEO or senior leader for a purpose-driven organisation

Genuine passion for our mission with a proven track record of successful business development/fundraising

· Demonstrable experience in governance and compliance

· Experience of building a culture that promotes continuous learning, inclusion, collaboration, and accountability

· Demonstrable experience as a values-led, resilient and people-centred leader

· Strong financial acumen

· Excellent communication and influencing skills

· Understanding of challenges affecting the voluntary sector

The Diocese of Truro is committed to resourcing and encouraging church communities in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly and needs a highly skilled person to encourage a Diocesan-wide spirit of generosity.

We are looking to appoint a Generous Giving Adviser to implement our generous giving strategy in alignment with the National Giving Strategy. This aims to broaden the understanding of and engagement with stewardship across the diocese and help build a thriving and generous church.

The majority of the role will be about getting out and meeting with Parochial Church Councils (PCC's), treasurers, clergy and congregations to encourage and enable them to identify and then find the resources, both financial and non-financial, necessary to fulfil their mission. The role involves the continuing promotion and take up of the national Parish Giving Scheme and technology for giving.

You will have a passion for mission and stewardship, excellent communication skills, the ability to inspire and engage, and confidence in talking about faith and giving. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who loves working with people to make a real difference to the church communities that make up our diocese. This role will focus on working across West Cornwall to compliment colleagues serving the rest of the county.

At the Diocese of Truro we really value work-life balance and employee wellbeing, have a friendly and comfortable office environment and are committed to supporting your development. We offer additional benefits such as free parking, a range of wellbeing activities and the Diocesan Pension Scheme with 9-15% employer contribution. For more information about working with us see here.

Due to the nature of the role there is an occupational requirement for the role holder to be a practising Christian.

The role is hybrid which means homeworking is permitted but with regular attendance at the office in Truro and travel around Cornwall. We cannot pay for people to commute from outside Cornwall.

Working closely with our existing Head of Services, you will have joint responsibility for the operational management of Services across our organisation. Key tasks and responsibilities will include:

• Line managing our Service Managers.
• Liaising with and reporting to commissioners.
• Monitoring service efficacy.
• Ensuring all services have written policies and processes in place.
• Supporting the senior management team with the development of new services.
• Acting as a Designated Safeguarding Lead.
• Mobilising new services.

You are required to maintain regular contact with partner agencies, commissioners and funders, negotiating on behalf of the charity, and building strong and positive relationships with others.

This role can be based in either Wiltshire or Devon, requiring travel across the South-West and a willingness to attend meetings in all our offices on occasion.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

SERVICE DELIVERY MANAGEMENT TEAM

• Be an active member of the Service Delivery Management Team.
• Contribute to the development services across FearFree.
• Ensure FearFree complies with all legal requirements; advise the CEO when a breach is likely or has occurred.
• Achieve and maintain external accreditations, such as Leading Lights, ISVA Standards and Respect Standards.
• Provide cover for your counterpart Head of Services (primary responsibility for safety and support services).
• Act as a Designated Safeguarding Lead for FearFree.
• Support senior colleagues – including the Head of Communications, Head of Fundraising, and Head of Finance – to ensure excellent services and a joined-up approach. 

MANAGEMENT ROLE

• Attend management team meetings.
• Mobilise new services.
• Take a leading role in the writing and development of tenders and bids for new services.
• Working within the agreed policies, principles & codes of practice of FearFree, develop, implement, sustain and improve frameworks and systems to achieve objectives and priorities through effective procedures.
• Work with relevant senior managers to advise on formulating, updating & monitoring relevant FearFree policies & procedures, updating manuals as and when required, ensuring that support staff have appropriate access to them and record sightings of updates.
• Manage change in accordance with change control procedures.
• Liaise and network with other agencies, statutory, voluntary, & private as appropriate.
• Oversee the quarterly and annual reviews for Commissioners.
• Develop and manage own workload having the ability to work independently, using own initiative.
• Attend relevant local, regional and national groups, forums and meetings as appropriate.
• Contribute to the development of new projects as required.
• Manage other tasks appropriate.
• Ensure all services meet with the requirements of accredited bodies, legislation, contractual obligations, best practice and FearFree policies.

SUPERVISORY ROLE

• Ensure the provision of line management, support and supervision for Service staff.
• Respond to complaints escalated from the projects.
• Develop and oversee project/service plans.
• Monitor compliance with procedures at project level.
• Chair project/service management meetings.
• Ensure project reports and returns are completed on time.
• Provide advice, information, training and support to staff related to organisation policies and procedures as required.
• Arrange training courses or identify training opportunities to ensure staff & volunteers have access to specific knowledge related to relevant issues for service delivery.

For a full job description/person specification and to apply, please follow the link provided on this website. There is no specific closing date for this role and this vacancy will close once a suitable candidate is found, so early applications are encouraged.

FearFree is committed to encouraging equality and diversity in the workplace.  We strive to be a diverse and inclusive place to work where we can all be ourselves and individual differences are recognised and valued. 

Ivy Rock Partners is pleased to be assisting a London-based Museum in their search for a Finance Business Partner. The purpose of this role is to support relevant budget holders in managing their assigned budgets. This is a brilliant opportunity for experienced Finance Business Partners who are well versed in stakeholder management and can work constructively with budget holders to find solutions to issues, providing appropriate level of challenge.

This is an exciting role at an exciting time where the Museum is seeing over 3 million visitors a year post pandemic! Dealing with the artistic directorate, leading on budget preparation and reforecasting for exhibitions, events and fundraising. Working closely with senior budget holders, you will produce relevant senior management information and analysis to support key decision making for exhibits, collections, engagement and fundraising.

A summary of duties is as follows:

· Leading on the production of the monthly management accounts pack for the artistic directorate

· Providing relevant financial analysis and summaries as part of the management accounts pack to ensure decision makers are kept informed

· Support budget holders to produce accurate and reasonable budgets for their artistic directorates

· Leading on budgeting and forecasting processes for the exhibitions and events.

· Produce and update relevant financial models and cashflows

You will be:

· Experienced in business partnering with a variety of non-finance stakeholders

· Experienced in producing management reports and helping to prepare budgets

· You may be fully qualified or actively studying for a formal qualification (CCAB qualified or equivalent). You must be at least part qualified.

What to expect:

· Salary: £51,500 per annum

· Hybrid working (3 days per week in the office)

· 25 days annual leave + bank holidays

· Employer pension contribution up to 10%

Why work here:

· The opportunity to join a brilliant finance team.

· An excellent opportunity to work with a wide variety of stakeholders.

· The opportunity to work amongst amazing artists and within beautiful sites.

For more information about this role or a private and confidential chat, please contact Ryan Sheehan at Ivy Rock Partners.

Are you ready to take on a pivotal role that will shape the future of our operations? We're on the lookout for an exceptional Assistant Director to join our dynamic team at TCV. This role is your chance to make a real impact and drive growth in the Central area of the UK.

In partnership with the Director of UK Operations, you'll be at the forefront of implementing TCV's strategic vision across the region. As an Assistant Director, your influence will extend across the UK, shaping our strategic approach and driving key initiatives. 

You will lead and develop our operations, fostering growth and maximising impact. Collaborating with senior leaders, you'll shape and execute strategic plans. You'll build strong partnerships with local funders and stakeholders, influencing the direction and scope of future projects. Your enthusiasm and vision will inspire and motivate teams, helping them achieve strategic goals together. You'll drive innovation by leading new initiatives and adopting innovative approaches, backed by a robust management track record. Additionally, you'll champion volunteering, committing to creating meaningful opportunities that promote positive outcomes for individuals, communities, and the environment.

We're particularly eager to hear from individuals with expertise in equality, diversity, inclusion, and community engagement to support our mission. Demonstrable success in leading new developments and managing teams effectively is essential. You should have the ability to cultivate and maintain excellent relationships with partners and funders. We need a visionary who is enthusiastic and forward-thinking, with a knack for inspiring others.

Join us and lead the charge in making a tangible difference. If you're ready to bring your skills and passion to a role where you can truly make an impact, we want to hear from you. Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!

Please note Interviews will be held virtually on 12th & 13th September with local on-site second assessments on 16th &17th September.

We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may need during the recruitment process, and you will be asked whether you require any during your application. If you would like to discuss your requirements further please contact the People Team via our website . We also offer reasonable adjustments on the job.

About the Role:
The Knowledge Management and Learning Senior Advisor drives the design and implementation of WaterAid's organisational programme learning and knowledge management strategy. The senior advisor leads the development of knowledge management tools, contribute to organisational processes for collating and disseminating program knowledge, and the evolution of knowledge exchange mechanisms. Additionally, lead the development of the internal programme and policy knowledge library, ensuring comprehensive access and collaborating on strategic knowledge communications. The Senior advisor reports into the Knowledge Management and Learning Senior Manager and their key accountabilities will be:

Co-lead Programme Learning and knowledge management (approximately 50% of time)

• Co-lead the design and implementation of an organisational programme learning and knowledge management strategy (in alignment with the organisational research agenda led by GPAC and supported by PMER processes).
• Lead the development and implementation of knowledge management and learning strategies and tools to capture, organise, and disseminate programme learning within the organisation and externally
• Co-lead the development of organisational mechanisms for knowledge exchange and evolution of our approaches.
• Support and advise PSK team members to effectively document, use and share programme learning and design dissemination strategy and plans to promote thematic learning to the target audience(s).

Develop and promote effective Information Management (approximately 20%)

• Co-Lead the development of the internal programme and policy knowledge library, ensuring that it is comprehensive and easily accessible to relevant stakeholders.
• Work collaboratively with internal and external for strategic and knowledge communications, shaping and populating internal and external facing knowledge systems and building linkages for the same.
• Support internal and external communications teams for strategic and knowledge communications, shaping and populating external facing knowledge systems.

Lead the development of programme guidance and standards (approximately 10%)

• Lead the process and methods to develop and maintain WaterAid's normative frameworks, standards and guidance materials for both internal and external audiences, coordinating with PSK's and GPAC's technical and policy leads. Lead an efficient yet collaborative approach that ensured these are developed built on the extensive knowledge and experience that exists across all levels of the federation.
• Support the dissemination of core normative programmatic documents and standards (frameworks, standards, guidelines, toolkits) through various platforms.

Support Programme Capacity Development (approximately 5% of time)

• Contribute to the development of the capacity strengthening strategy and ensure joined-up articulation of learning, knowledge management and capacity strengthening.
• Work with Capacity Strengthening Senior Advisor, to facilitate organisational mechanisms for knowledge exchange, learning and capacity-strengthening.

Support fundraising, external engagement, and communications (approximately 5% of time)

• Contribute to the organisation's business development efforts by supporting donor engagement, intelligence gathering, and preparation of funding proposals.
• Provide technical input to specific strategic initiatives and programme design particularly on aspects of knowledge management and programme learning.

Contribute to team processes (approximately 10% of time)

• Provide support to any other relevant processes within the remit of Knowledge Management & Learning team as required as an active member of a small team.
• Support PSK annual planning, budgeting, and reporting processes

About You:

• Proven experience in leading the design and implementation of organisational programme learning and knowledge management strategies.
• Strong knowledge management background with a track record of developing effective strategies and tools to capture, organize, and disseminate program learning.
• Experience in evolving knowledge exchange mechanisms and creating organizational mechanisms for knowledge evolution.
• Extensive experience in determining and implementing learning and knowledge sharing activities using empowering approaches.
• Ability to research, synthesise information, analyse its relevance and communicate it in accessible formats.
• Experience of designing, developing, and facilitating in-person and virtual meetings and workshops.
• Experience of developing and maintaining comprehensive and accessible knowledge libraries.
• Strong IT literacy skills, including designing and maintaining SharePoint or similar information management platforms; and using Microsoft 365 and other web based tools and platforms.
• Experience working in low and middle-income countries.
• Ability to communicate clearly and influence colleagues and peers; ability to work effectively across diverse groups and cultures.
• A self-starter, able to work independently and drive tasks forward to completion, escalating issues where appropriate.
• Working style that reflects WaterAid's values of Respect, Accountability, Courage, Collaboration, Integrity and Innovation.

Although not essential, we also prefer you to have:

• Working knowledge of one or more of WaterAid's working languages (French, Portuguese and Spanish).
• Experience with information and nurturing of virtual communities of practices and networks.
• Experience in planning, monitoring and evaluating programmes of work.
• Experience in conducting and/or managing research.
• Sound knowledge of WASH and related development issues such as sustainability, rights and equality.

Closing date: Applications will close one minute before midnight (UK time) on 10th September 2024. Shortlisting and interviews may take place on a rolling basis and the application process will close if a suitable candidate is found prior to the advertised closing date.

How to Apply: To see the full job pack, please click 'Apply'. Please apply by submitting the following 3 items into one document in either Word Document or PDF format:

1. Item 1: Your Cover Letter with expected salary
2. Item 2: Your CV
3. Item 3: Short answers to the following three questions on a separate page. Please limit your answers to no more than 200 words.

• Q1. What are your top 3 skills or areas of experience that align with the requirements of the role?
• Q2. When developing an organisation-wide Knowledge Management Strategy, what key aspects do you prioritise?
• Q3. How do you ensure effective knowledge sharing and retention within an organisation?

Please indicate your location and the right to work eligibility in your Cover letter.

Closing Date: Applications will close one minute before midnight (UK time) on 10th September 2024. Shortlisting and interviews may take place on a rolling basis and the application process will close if a suitable candidate is found prior to the advertised closing date.

Pre-employment screening: To apply for this post, you must be able to demonstrate your eligibility to work in the respective country. All pre-employment checks will be carried out according to the applicable laws in the respective countries. All our UK-based vacancies require a basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to comply with our Safer Recruitment policy.

Our Commitment

Our People Promise:
We will work with passion and focus to ensure safe and sustainable water, toilets and hygiene are available to everyone, everywhere. WaterAid is a place of purpose - where people have a real commitment and shared responsibility for the impact we have. We are a global community with diverse backgrounds and perspectives, motivated by inspiring, stimulating work. We are determined to put the wellbeing of our people first, to be a place where people feel safe and able to contribute their voice and truly live our values.

Equal opportunities:
We are an equal opportunity, disability-confident employer and are dedicated to achieving the highest standards of diversity, equity and inclusion. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, beliefs, customs, traditions and ways of life. This includes, but is not limited to, race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion, national or social origin, health status, and economic or social situation.

Safeguarding:
We are also committed to protecting everyone we come into contact with. We have a zero-tolerance approach to abuse of power, privilege or trust across our global work, and any form of inappropriate behaviour, discrimination, abuse, bullying, harassment, or exploitation. Safeguarding the people and communities we work with, our staff, volunteers and anyone working on our behalf is our top priority, and we take our responsibilities extremely seriously.

We are looking for a proactive and committed person with a flair for marketing and design to provide general administrative and communications support for our charity. The role supports the smooth running and promotion of the organisation, as well as maintaining our excellent reputation across Oxfordshire. It provides effective and proactive administrative support for the CEO and Oxford Food Hub staff team. They lead on marketing and communications activities particularly social media.

The Executive Assistant to the Chief Development Officer and the Director of Development (EA to CDO and DoD) will provide proactive senior-level support within a busy office and theatre environment.

The EA to CDO and DoD will support the Chief Development Officer (CDO) and the Director of Development (DoD) in delivering their roles efficiently and effectively, focusing on comprehensive inbox and diary management to ensure strategic prioritisation of commitments. They will source and / or draft briefings as needed for donor meetings and events and ensure prompt and sensitive follow-up is carried out.

As an engaged and diplomatic communicator, they would act as first point of contact for all matters relating to the CDO and DoD, working in partnership with colleagues in the Development team, and more widely across the organisation. They will understand the nuances of the external relationships the CDO and DoD hold to enable co-ordination of supporter correspondence on the CDO and DoD’s behalf, ensuring that conversations progress sensitively and at pace.

The role also manages the co-ordination and communication with the Development Board and other fundraising committees.

The successful candidate will have the following: 

• Significant experience in an assistant role, including complex diary management and an understanding of the requirements of interacting with high-level external stakeholders.

• Substantial experience in a dynamic, busy environment, preferably in the fundraising sector

• Excellent written communication skills with a high level of attention to detail.

• Skilled multi-tasker - both independently and within a team - with ability to adjust to varied deadlines and work quickly and accurately to tight deadlines.

• A positive disposition, strong interpersonal skills and the ability to deal confidently with a wide range of internal and external contacts, including building and maintaining key relationships in a senior space.

If that sounds like you, this may be the role for you!

The closing date for the receipt of a completed application is Monday 9th September 2024 at 9:00am.

Please Note: We will close applications when we reach 100 applicants, and we may interview candidates throughout the application period. Please submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

Who we are:

Muslim Aid is a UK faith-based international development organisation that provides support to communities around the world affected by disasters, conflict, or endemic poverty without regard to their social, religious, or ethnic background. 

Established in 1985, Muslim Aid has facilitated the engagement of the British Muslim and non-Muslim community in support of its work in a variety of ways. Over the years, its humanitarian work has included responses to major crises around the world including, famine in East Africa, earthquakes and flooding in Pakistan and Bangladesh as well as conflicts in Syria and Yemen. 

We place strong emphasis on long-term development projects that build the capacity of local people to help themselves. In addition to the 5 country offices worldwide we also work with multiple partner offices focusing on sustainable Development Programmes and providing humanitarian relief during times of crisis.

Summary of the role:

As the Trust and Foundation Coordinator, you will support the International Programmes Department (IPD) by:

• Programme Development: Enhancing institutional funding to raise essential funds for Muslim Aid’s international humanitarian and development programmes through Trusts, Foundations, and Partner Offices.
• Quality Assurance: Assisting the MEAL Manager in developing and implementing effective MEAL systems to ensure quality service delivery across all programmes.

You will play a crucial role in this newly formed unit, working closely with partners, country offices, and donors to improve systems within the IPD and support the dynamic global programme portfolio of Muslim Aid.

About the Role:

1.  Lead donor mapping process for Trusts and Foundations. Continuously, update this mapping document regularly based on engagement with prospective donors.
2. Lead the proposal/concept development process for T&F and MA Partner offices submissions.
3. Support the Global Programme Development and Quality Assurance Manager in managing a portfolio of institutional donor grants relationships and implement donor engagement strategies for prioritised donors (including FCDO, UN agencies, USAID, SIDA, START Network, etc.).
4. Support the Monitoring Evaluation Accountability and Learning (MEAL) Manager to strengthen MEAL system globally. This includes ensuring high-quality data tracking progress, analysing data, and generating knowledge and documentation of best practices.
5. Work with Country Offices, Global Programme Development and Quality Assurance, Humanitarian and Programme units to support on disaster responses and associated appeals.
6. Support the unit in providing the development and implementing capacity development workshops for the IPD team, country offices, and partner offices either face to face or virtually.

About You:

To be successful in this role, you will need:

1. Educated to bachelor’s degree level.
2. Experience of successfully fundraising and dealing with institutional donors and international donors with a focus on Trusts and Foundations.
3. Experience and understanding of monitoring and evaluation of programmes; using quantitative and qualitative research data collected in support of programme development.
4. Significant experience and knowledge of effective budgetary control and grant management.
5. Good interpersonal and communication skills and ability to liaise effectively with people at various levels. Good tact and diplomacy at all times.
6. Strong and well-developed analytical skills coupled with strong bid and report writing skills.

Why you should apply:

Ready to make a global impact? Join Muslim Aid as a Trust and Foundation Coordinator and drive our humanitarian and development initiatives forward. If you excel in fundraising, grant management, and donor engagement, we want you on our team. Your expertise in monitoring and evaluation will ensure our programmes are exceptional. With outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, you will secure the vital funds that power our mission to support vulnerable communities worldwide. Become part of a dynamic, innovative team and make a difference. Apply now and transform lives!

Benefits you will enjoy working for us: 

• 37 days holiday (including Bank Holidays and Privilege days) 
• Hybrid working
• Paid time off for medical appointments 
• 2 hours lunch break on Fridays 
• Time off in Lieu (TOIL) 
• Pension Scheme

How to apply:

To apply please submit your cover letter (no more than 1 page) and CV. 

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About us
We are a team of compassionate, collaborative and courageous professionals. Every day, we challenge ourselves to keep learning, adapting and innovating, supporting vulnerable children and young people wherever they need us. Our vision is a society where all children and young people live healthy, safe and happy lives. We’ll never stop until this is a reality.  Please visit our Redthread website and learn more about our approach and the services we provide.

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About the role

Post Title: Team Leader

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, with regular evening and weekend shifts required. Shifts will be scheduled to ensure team cover from 7:30 am to 9:00 pm daily.

Location: Onsite, Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH) Woolwich, London. With regular travel to other Redthread sites and offices when required.

Salary: £38,424.00 per annum + benefits

Contract type: Permanent

DBS Level: Enhanced with barring

Work area: Services

Responsible to: Programme Manager

Purpose of the post
● Support the Programme Manager to oversee effective and consistent delivery, performance, and quality assurance across the health settings, working with the Director of Services and other leaders to enhance and develop the offer. Including through involving young people in service design and development aligned to the Redthread Youth Participation Strategy.
● Lead Redthread teams delivering services, ensuring that Redthread’s models of intervention are delivered consistently and appropriately to all young people accessing the services.
● Build and maintain strong working relationships with a broad range of partners and agencies, including clinical teams, hospital staff, Redthread’s stakeholders, project partners, and voluntary and statutory agencies working with young people.
● Be part of the team at Redthread, contributing to the development of our programmes and assisting with other projects and activities as required.