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SOS Children’s Villages UK is part of a global federation, founded in 1949. SOS Children’s Villages exists to ensure that each child and young person grows up with the healthy relationships they need to become their strongest selves. Working in over 130 countries, we are the world’s largest non-governmental organisation focused on supporting children and young people who don’t have, or who are at risk of losing, parental care.

We are now recruiting for a Trust and Foundations Officer, with experience of securing funds in any sector who enjoys picking up the phone and building relationships with donors. This is an exciting opportunity to join an ambitious and progressive team, working within an international federation that supports children and young people across the world.

You will have the opportunity to:

• manage and grow a portfolio of small to medium trusts and foundations, increasing income by identifying new prospects and through the stewardship of existing donors.
• write high quality applications and communicate accurately and transparently on the progress made with donors’ funds. 
• work with our network of international programme experts to develop expertise in key programme areas and build your knowledge of international development.
• support colleagues with applications and reports to large funders, building experience of working with institutional partners. 

This role sits within the Programme Funding Team and suits an ambitious self-starter with excellent IT, research, communication, writing and organisational skills with an interest in developing their knowledge of international development.

To Apply

Please read the full job description within the Candidate Pack, and submit a copy of your CV and a covering letter.

The deadline for applications is Sunday 17th November at 17.00 UK time. We reserve the right to close the application process early if a successful candidate is found.

Please note: The post-holder must be UK-based. We are unable to provide employment sponsorship if required and unfortunately cannot progress applications without the required right to live and work in the UK on a permanent contract.

Do you feel passionately about improving the life chances of children, young people and families? Are you excited to drive growth of the charity’s research and design consultancy by identifying and securing new opportunities for funding and impact? Do you have the skill and experience to lead our responses to six figure competitive bidding processes?

Dartington Service Design Lab is an internationally respected social research and design charity focussed on using evidence to help those working with children and young people have a greater impact. We have over 60 years of experience working across the public and voluntary sectors to improve the lives of children and young people. 

We are seeking an individual experienced in developing bids in response to tenders and other partnerships. The role will lead the end-to-end bidding process, from identifying and nurturing suitable applied research, service design and consultancy opportunities and invitations to tender, developing compelling proposals (involving the wider team as required), managing bid submissions, adherence to compliance requirements and deadlines, and supporting the team with preparation for interviews. Successful candidates will have at least three years’ experience in a bidding or business development role, within the social research, consulting or charity sector. Key responsibilities are outlined in the job description document.

If we’re going to design impactful supports for children and families, we need to ensure our team is inclusive. Dartington Service Design Lab encourages applications from all backgrounds and strives to have a team with diverse skills, experiences and abilities. We are committed to progressing an anti-racist approach in all areas of our work. Join us if you are passionate about social justice. 

Don’t meet every single requirement outlined in the Job Description? Studies have shown that women and racially minoritised groups are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single requirement. Dartington Service Design Lab is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace for everyone. So, if you’re excited about this role but your experience or qualifications don’t match the job description exactly, we encourage you to apply anyway. You might just be the right person to help us achieve our impact for children and young people. 

The successful candidate will enjoy a varied and independent role - working with great colleagues and partners on a wide range of business development opportunities. The work is rarely routine. We are often experimenting and trying to innovate with those who we work with. We value empathy and collaboration and a focus on using evidence for social good.

As a team, we operate remotely across the UK. The successful candidate may be based anywhere in the UK. Our staff tend to work from home or when appropriate, together in local co-working spaces, and normally, every quarter we meet as a whole team in our beautiful Devon office.

The post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service certificate and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

The Talent Set are delighted to be partnering with The Outward Bound Trust as they search for a Major Gifts Manager.

The Outward Bound Trust is an educational charity that aims to inspire young people to realise their potential through outdoor learning and adventure. Established in 1946, the Trust operates several residential centres across the UK, located in areas of outstanding natural beauty such as the Lake District, Snowdonia, and the Scottish Highlands.

Their programs aim to develop confidence, resilience, teamwork, and leadership skills through challenging outdoor activities. These experiences can help individuals to overcome personal challenges, achieve their goals, and make a positive contribution to society.  They also partner with schools, colleges, and employers to provide impactful residential courses and apprenticeships.

The Outward Bound Trust is committed to making these experiences accessible to all young people, offering funding to break down financial barriers.  The newly created role of Major Gifts Manager will be crucial to their fundraising aims, managing and coordinating the Major Donor programme.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement an effective stewardship plan creating timely and meaningful engagement with major donors
• Managing a portfolio of Major Donors, developing relationships and commitment to enhanced donations
• Work with the senior leadership team and board to coordinate communication and relationships with donors
• Create compelling propositions for donors, this will also include capital projects

Person Specification:

• The role would suit an experienced major donor officer or executive looking to further their career.
•  Must have experience of managing stewardship and solicitation in a major gifts programme
•  Confidence in developing relationships with major donors and internal senior stake holders
• Ability to effectively use data and CRM to further facilitate stewardship of donors and unlocking potential of uplift donations

Salary - £37,000- £42,000

Flexible working patterns offered and part time working considered

60% in the London office. Some overnight and travel required on average once a month

Interviews scheduled in person for the 19th November.

 

To be considered for this position please apply with your CV as soon as possible, regrettably please note we may not be able to reply to each and every application.

We are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practises that ensure equal opportunity for everyone, regardless of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and will happily make reasonable adjustments to always ensure a fair process

Are you an excellent relationship builder with research skills? Mencap are searching for a brilliant Prospect Research Officer to support their philanthropy team to raise vital funds from trusts and major donors. Mencap fights for a kinder, fairer and more inclusive society for people with a learning disability to live in.

This role is in the High Value Relationships Team, reporting to the head of the team and leading on developing and embedding Mencap’s prospect research strategy to ensure a steady flow of prospects into the High Value pipeline. As part of the role, you will undertake research to identify new major donors, trusts and influencers as well as managing your own small portfolio of prospects. Mencap will support your development and training to manage and solicit gifts and become a vital part of the philanthropy team and in development and cultivation of the major donor programme.

To be successful in the role of Prospect Research Officer, you will need:

• Demonstrable experience in research, and clear understanding of how prospect research should be used to drive fundraising
• Strong written skills that would allow you to write compelling funding applications and proposals
• Proven experience of using data management, with strong IT skills

Salary: £31,688
Contract: Permanent, full-time
Location: Remote, with occasional travel to London office
Deadline: Rolling

If you would like to have an informal discussion, please call Emma on 02030 062787 or email your interest along with your CV to [email protected]. 

Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency, we use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable roles. We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment, working ethically, supporting people to find their perfect role within the not-for-profit sector. 

We are passionate about improving equality across the sector, you can read more about our commitment to diversity here. 

If enough applications are received the charity reserve the right to end the application period sooner. 
 

Partnership Manager (2148)

This role is a 12 month fixed-term contract.

Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty.

The Role:

Oxfam GB is seeking a dynamic and skilled relationship builder to manage a portfolio of key partners and drive high-value donations from individual philanthropists and trusts and foundations. You will play a pivotal role in securing five- and six-figure gifts, directly contributing to Oxfam's mission to tackle poverty and inequality globally. You will be a proactive relationship builder with experience in stakeholder engagement, growing partnerships, or similar roles, and a passion for making a real difference. If you have a proven track record of building strong relationships, securing support, or growing strategic partnerships, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement strategies to secure significant gifts from individual philanthropists and trusts and foundations.
• Manage and cultivate relationships with existing partners to maximise income, influence, and impact.
• Create and execute tailored partnership plans that align with Oxfam GB’s strategic priorities.
• Ensure excellent relationship management, fostering long-term engagement with key supporters.

What we are looking for:

We’re looking for a candidate who cares about Oxfam's mission to end poverty and is personally aligned to our feminist principles and values of empowerment, accountability and inclusion in all you do.

An ideal candidate for the role will also be / have:

• Confident communicator with an ability to inspire supporters, colleagues and peers
• Experience in building and maintaining income-generating partnerships, whether with private sector partners, individual supporters, trusts, foundations, or similar. A commitment to giving new prospects, as well as Oxfam’s current partners, the best possible experience and demonstrating the impact their support can have on poverty
• Facilitation and brokering skills, in order to collaborate with a range of stakeholders in a culturally sensitive and inclusive way
• The ability to influence and negotiate with a variety of stakeholders, some at senior level
• Team player, being part of a values-led and diverse team, where every individual plays a role in delivering Oxfam’s strategy, vision and cultural aspirations.
• Ability to review and analyse a range of programme information, including theories of change, proposals, project updates, reports and budgets
• Ability to navigate complexity and / or complex systems
• Knowledge and understanding of the sector and trends in philanthropy
• Willingness and ability to travel to in-person donor meetings in the UK and potentially overseas

We offer: 

We offer a competitive salary and a range of additional benefits to staff including flexible working options, generous pension scheme, annual leave, additional leave allowances, company sick pay, life assurance and a range of other benefits. 

From the day you join Oxfam we invite you to stretch and learn in your role. Our wide range of Learning & Development opportunities includes in-house courses, e-learning modules, on-the job learning opportunities, coaching and mentoring, and much more. 

You can read more about all Oxfam has to offer  

Flexfam: 

We believe flexible working is key to building the Oxfam of the future, so we’re open to talking through the type of flexible arrangements which might work for you. We think this role would work particularly well as a job share, or partially home based.

How to apply:

As part of your online application, please upload your up to date CV and Cover Letter explaining your suitability against the essential criteria in the job profile.  

Reasonable Adjustments for Interviews:

Oxfam is committed to ensuring accessibility for all candidates during the recruitment process. Should you be offered an interview, we will provide interview questions in advance for this role, and will make other reasonable adjustments to support the accessibility of all candidates. Please let us know if you require any accommodations when applying.

Our values and commitment to safeguarding

Oxfam is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and committed to promoting the welfare of children, young people, adults and beneficiaries with whom Oxfam GB engages. Oxfam expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate ourare recruited to work for us.

The post holder will undertake the appropriate level of training and is responsible for ensuring that they understand and work within the safeguarding policies of the organisation. 

All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks. Oxfam GB also participates in the .In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organisation andactively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those from underrepresented groups.

About us

Oxfam is a global community who believe poverty isn’t inevitable. It’s an injustice that can be overcome. We are shop volunteers, women’s right activists, marathon runners, aid workers, coffee farmers, street fundraisers, goat herders, policy experts, campaigners, water engineers and more. And we won’t stop until everyone can live life without poverty for good.

is a member ofof 21 organisations working together with partners and local communities in the areas of humanitarian, development and campaigning, in more than 90 countries. 

Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty.

A thriving diverse Oxfam: 

It’s people power that brings about change. To play our part as a global organisation working to overcome poverty and inequality, we need equality, diversity and inclusion across our community of staff, partners and volunteers. Together, we’re committed to becoming a more diverse workforce, better able to tackle the global challenges that face our world today.

To do that:

• We need to dismantle the unequal power structures that exist everywhere, this including Oxfam and the wider development and charity sectors.
• We need an inclusive Oxfam where everyone can bring who they are to our work and feels celebrated for the differences they bring.
• We want and need everyone, and that means we need you.

The vacancy

We are seeking to appoint one lay member to replace Claire Minchington who comes to the end of her tenure on 31 March 2025

About the GOC
We are the regulator for the optical professions in the UK. Our purpose is to protect the public by promoting high standards of education, performance and conduct.  For more information about us please visit our website: optical. org

About the Council
The role of Council is to lead on the GOC’s mission to protect the public by upholding high standards in the optical professions.  The Council is composed of six lay members (including the Chair) and six registrant members (i.e. registered optometrists and dispensing opticians).  At least one member of the Council must work wholly or mainly in each of England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales.  One Council member acts as a Senior Council Member whose role is to carry out the Chair’s appraisal as well as provide a sounding board for the Chair and serve as an intermediary for Council members, Executive and stakeholders as necessary. 

The successful candidate will contribute to Council by exercising oversight, ensuring effective corporate governance, and making high-level policy decisions. They will be able to operate strategically and impartially; listen, communicate, and influence effectively; exercise judgment; and inspire confidence and support amongst our stakeholders. 

Remuneration and time commitment

Council members are remunerated in accordance with our member fees policy (£13,962 per annum plus reasonable travel and subsistence expenses) which is linked in the candidate pack.  The member fee includes time for reading and preparation.

The appointed member will be expected to commit approximately 2-3 days per month.  Meetings will usually take place via MS Teams but may on occasion be held at the GOC Offices at 10 Old Bailey, London, EC4M 7NG. There are occasional online catch-up meetings - these are currently scheduled on a Tuesday evening every 6-8 weeks, from 5.30pm – 6.30pm.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  midnight on Sunday 17 November 2024.

Online interviews will be held on between Monday 27 – Thursday 30 January 2024.

We would welcome applications from individuals who are disabled and from diverse ethnic backgrounds as these are currently under-represented on our council and committees.

We strive to be as diverse as the public we protect and welcome applications from everyone, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy, maternity and geographical locations outside of London.

If you have any questions, please email them to appointment@optical. org and we will aim to respond to you within 48 hours. 

Community First is a registered charity based in Devizes. As a member of Action with Communities in Rural England, we support communities across Wiltshire and Swindon. Our Patron is Her Majesty The Queen.

Voice It, Hear It is a partnership programme that is committed to co-production and Service Users engagement throughout Wiltshire.

 We work together to:

• Extend collaborative reach, working with VCSEs and marginalised groups lacking service access and community feedback participation
• Jointly advocate for Service Users as an Alliance, amplifying their voices in multiple arenas and forums

This post holder will foster strong partnership to deliver the User Engagement Service (Voice It, Hear It) This service aims to amplify and advocate for peoples voice to inform local strategy and  develop community action to create stronger and more resilient communities.

The post holder will lead on consultations and engagements with a range of stakeholders, ensuring accurate and timely reporting, ensuring a proactive and collaborative approach to partnership working.

The Communications & Community Coordinator will join a small and fast-paced team that is developing a new place-based giving scheme in the Royal Borough of Greenwich. You will be a strong communicator, creative thinker, well-organised, and enjoy working flexibly on early-stage projects. You’ll also feel enthusiastic about working with a diverse range of Greenwich residents, charities, community groups, and businesses, and championing the transformative power of place-based giving.

This role will be responsible for helping to develop and grow the brand of Greenwich Giving and contribute to the creation of our first giving campaigns and grant-making processes. You will also work closely with the Head of Greenwich Giving and the Greenwich Giving steering group to provide administrative and organisational support for different aspects of our work.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Bank Retail Assistant

Team:  Retail

Salary range/pay band: £14.74 per hour

Reports to: Head of Volunteer Development and Retail

Direct reports: n/a

Hours: Ad hoc as required

Location:  Allocated shop

Introduction to Shooting Star Children’s Hospices

Shooting Star Children’s Hospices

Shooting Star Children’s Hospices are a leading children’s hospice charity caring for babies, children and young people with life-limiting conditions, and their families. We support families across Surrey and Southwest London from diagnosis to end of life and throughout bereavement with a range of nursing, practical, emotional and medical care.

At the heart of the hospice are our dedicated clinical staffs. Their exceptional commitment and professionalism is commented on by so many of the supported children and their families. 

It costs £10.5 million a year to maintain our current level of care. Only 30% of that income comes from government funding via the NHS or local authorities, so we rely on our supporters’ generosity to keep the service running. We employ 175 staff, including 98 nursing and medical staff, providing hospice and community-based services to around 700 families.

Predominantly we work with families living in the Northwest and Southwest of London and Surrey, although will accept children outside these geographical areas if they do not have access to specialist palliative care support locally.  We have a reputation for delivering high quality care.  We have a CQC rating of ‘Outstanding’

 

Introduction

Retail and Volunteers Team: Our Retail and Volunteers Team manages our charity shops and volunteer programs, which play a crucial role in supporting our mission. They recruit, train, and coordinate volunteers to staff our shops and assist with various tasks, such as sorting donations and serving customers. Additionally, they oversee the operations of our retail outlets, ensuring that they are efficiently run to generate income for our hospices.

Part 1: Job Profile

a) Main purpose of  job

In the absence of the manager or assistant managers to lead a team of volunteers to maximise sales, deliver excellent customer service and ensure that the shop premises and assets are maintained to a high standard, according to legal requirements and Shooting Star Children’s Hospices (SSCH) policies and procedures. 

Decision Making Authority

The post holder will be required to make decisions on the quality, and suitability of donations before they are placed on sale. Depending on the length of the cover period they may be required to dress the windows. (They will follow price guidelines and existing display layout throughout the shop.)

The post holder will work with eCommerce Manager to decide if items would be suitable for selling at a higher price on eBay or through a promotional event and set these aside for the manager of the shop to deal with on their return.

The post holder will support with rostering of the team of volunteers where necessary and delegation of duties and jobs.

Essential and desirable skills and experience

 

Essential

• Experience in either retail or charity retail.

• Administrative/cash handling experience

• Experience of dealing with customers and maintaining a high level of customer service

• Car owner/driver

• Verbal and written communication skills

• IT skills

• Ability to motivate self and others

• Ability to work under pressure and deal with changing priorities

• Organisational and prioritising skills

Desirable

• Experience of managing a team of volunteers or staff.

b)Scope of job

The post holder for the duration of the absence of the manager or assistant manager will have control over rostering of the team of staff and volunteers, and delegation of duties and jobs.

1. Customer service

2. Processing and pricing of donations

3. Merchandising, display and promotion of stock and housekeeping

4. Sales and financial reporting

5. Coordination of volunteer team

Part 2: Main duties and key responsibilities

 

a) Customer Service – 25%

• Dealing with customer queries and complaints courteously and effectively

• Informing the Head of Volunteer Development and Retail of any serious incidents or complaints

• Ensure that any refunds are processed in line with SSCH refunds policy

• Ensure that the advertised trading hours of the shop are adhered to

• Ensure relevant documents are completed in the event of an incident/accident and reported accordingly

b) Processing donations – 25%

• Process all donations as soon as possible, prioritising Gift Aid and high value items

• Prepare and clean items appropriately for display

• Oversee the recycling and arranging of collections

• Promote Gift Aid is at all available opportunities

• Ensure that the ongoing need for donations is publicised

• Price and ticket all items according to pricing strategy for the shop and ensure that all pricing and ticketing complies with legislation

• Ensure that stock is properly managed and rotated in accordance with latest guidance

• Identify high value or specialist items that may need to be sold in another capacity

c) Merchandising, display and promotion of stock, maintenance of high standards throughout the shop – 20%

• Ensure that all merchandise is displayed attractively and that the window display is eye-catching

• Ensure that there are high standards of cleanliness and tidiness in all areas of the  shop

• Publicise promotions and special events

• Support and promote Corporate events as required

• Purchase consumables and stock items in a timely manner

d) Sales and financial reporting – 10%

• In the absence of the manager/assistant ensure that daily/weekly financial reports are submitted and that any discrepancies are investigated

• Keep the Head of Volunteer Development and Retail fully informed and updated regarding the performance of the shop and any issues which may impact this

• Ensure that the Manager/Assistant Manager and shop volunteer team are kept informed of the shop’s performance

• Ensure that the till procedures are always followed by volunteers

• Ensure that issues affecting trade are monitored and communicated

• Ensure trading standards regulations are complied with

• Ensure that all financial documentation is correctly completed and up to date and is sent to the finance team in a timely manner, highlighting any issues

• Ensure that purchases from the shop by staff and volunteers are processed according to SSCH policy and that the appropriate records kept

• Ensure that charity donations by cash/cheque/card are processed according to SSCH policy and procedure guide

e) Coordination of volunteer team – 20%

• Ensure that volunteers are fully briefed on shop priorities and performance

• When required roster the volunteer team to ensure maximum productivity

• Create a positive working environment in which equality and diversity are well-managed and volunteers can do their best

• Plan, delegate and allocate tasks to the team, offering support for the volunteer team as appropriate

f) Other duties

• The post holder will be able and willing to get to and work in a number of shops and be available across seven days per week.

• The post holder will be required to apply for a Disclosure and Barring Service check

• The post holder must live within the area of work

g) Mandatory Criteria

1. Other duties

The post holder will be working in a developing environment and they will therefore be expected to undertake other appropriate duties as required for the effective operation of Shooting Star Children’s Hospices.

 

2. Professional Codes of Conduct

The post holder will be required to respect professional codes of conduct and practice relevant to their role, as appropriate.

3. Health and Safety

Be responsible for health and safety in the area under their control and ensure that they are familiar with Shooting Star Children’s Hospices policy on health and safety at work.

4. Mandatory Training

The post holder will attend all mandatory training relevant to their role

5. Our values and behaviours

Shooting Star Children’s Hospices is a leading children’s hospice charity for babies, children and young people with life –limiting conditions, and their families. We require that all of our staff share our common values and display behaviors that will enable us to achieve our goals. 

Professionalism – we will safeguard our families, each other and our organisation by working to ethical and professional standards at all times.

Respect – We will treat each other with the utmost respect.

Integrity – We will be open, honest and transparent in all that we do.

Diversity – We will respect individuality and ensure inclusion and fairness to all.

Excellence – We will strive for excellence in all that we do.

Shooting Star Children’s Hospices is committed to ensuring the welfare and safety of children and young people. All staff members are expected to adhere to our safeguarding policies and procedures. This includes undergoing appropriate training, following reporting protocols for any concerns related to child welfare, and promoting a safe and supportive environment for children and young people. Before commencing employment, successful candidates will be required to provide satisfactory references and undergo an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Part 3: Person specification: Qualifications, experience and skill levels

 

a) Qualifications

Essential

• 5 GSCE’s A-C or equivalent including Maths and English

• Car driver/owner with full clean license

Desirable

• Retail or customer service qualification

b) Experience

Essential

• Experience in retail or charity retail either as a volunteer or employee.

• Administrative/cash handling experience

Desirable

• Experience of managing a team of volunteers or staff.

c) Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Experience of dealing with customers and maintaining a high level of customer service

• Car owner/driver

• Verbal and written communication skills

• IT skills

• Ability to motivate self and others

• Ability to work under pressure and deal with changing priorities

• Organisational and prioritising skills

d) General attributes

Essential

• A self starter with the ability to work independently and take the initiative whilst knowing when to delegate jobs to others within the team

• Is organised and methodical and able to multi-task

• Works well in a team and on own initiative

• Is able to build good relationships with others

• Is flexible and willing to undertake varied responsibilities as part of a team

Equality, diversity and inclusion

Shooting Star Children’s Hospice is committed to inclusion and diversity in everything we do. We know that getting things right is critical for us to live our organisation’s values: Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Diversity and Excellence.

We are always trying to improve our way of working to be more inclusive and equal. Our vision is for Shooting Star Children’s Hospice to be a place where people of all backgrounds, groups and communities feel welcomed to work and volunteer.

Job Title: Women and Girls Lead – This Girl Can - With You

Salary: £29, 808 2yr - Fixed Term Contract

Responsible to: Midlands Regional Lead for Partnerships and New Business Development

Location: Hybrid - pattern to be agreed at least 2 days in Hay Hall

Hours of Work: Full time 36.5hours

The Active Wellbeing Society (TAWS) is a community benefit society and cooperative working to develop healthy, happy communities living active and connected lives.

Our vision is for a society where people have the autonomy, capacity, resources and skills to become the architects of their own destiny; where our individual wellbeing is recognised as being bound up in our collective responsibility to and dependency on each other; and where all of us feel empowered as agents of social change to make a difference – whether at an individual level or more widely.

By working collaboratively with communities we aim to bring about sustainable change at a social, environmental and economic level; to do the social knitting required to create stronger and more resilient communities and to support communities to identify, mitigate and remove the barriers that prevent them from living active and connected lives. 

In 2023, This Girl Can moved into a new phase of its mission to inspire more women and girls to take part in sport and physical activity – ‘This Girl Can - With You’. The new phase will focus on breaking down the enjoyment gap that exists between men and women participating in physical activity. 

The Active Wellbeing Society (TAWS) are one of Sport England’s official delivery partners for This Girl Can, leading work on activating the campaign in Birmingham working alongside system partners.

We are looking for a Woman and Girls Lead to deliver the ‘This Girl Can - With You’ project across Birmingham.

The role includes peer relationships internally within TAWS but to also hold relationships with Sport England, place-based strategic partners (Birmingham City Council , Sport Birmingham) and IWG World Conference on Women & Sport attendees In Unity, United by 2022 Legacy Charity and Saheli Hub . With the aspiration of the role aligning to the IWG Women and Sport programme, IWG World Conference on Women & Sport and European Athletic Championships hosted by Birmingham 2026.

In this role of Woman and Girls Lead you will be pivotal in ensuring that the organisation’s contractual obligations and goals are achieved by collaborating with communities and partner organisations in the design and delivery of interventions. You will build connections and co-produce with local communities and key partners , creating activities based on identified need to increase opportunities that are more social, suitable, self-affirming and safe for women and girls. The role will support to connect and share learning across the system and use existing insight to help inform priorities/areas of need.

The role will report to the Midlands Regional Lead for Partnerships and New Business Development and be supported and guided by a Steering Group of wider partners, working closely with TAWS West Midlands Delivery Manager and Research and Performance team. 

Exciting opportunity for a Prospect Development Officer!

Are you ready to take on a key role in driving impactful fundraising efforts to support groundbreaking research?

This opportunity is with a dynamic organisation dedicated to advancing research in the fight against Alzheimer's.

Our client is looking for an experienced Prospect Development Officer to join their team in the Insight and Development function, focusing on identifying new prospects and ensuring data integrity.

Role: Prospect Development Officer
Organisation type: Non-Profit Health Charity
Salary/hourly rate: 16.48 per hour
Working arrangements: Hybrid/Remote - depending on location
Location: WFH
Employment type: Part-Time, Temporary

About the role:

In this position, you'll play a key role in helping secure vital funding by leveraging data-driven strategies to support high-value philanthropic efforts.

You'll also play a vital role in building partnerships across the organisation, collaborating especially with Philanthropy and Corporate functions to maximise fundraising impact.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is proactive, detail-oriented, and passionate about using research and data to drive meaningful change.

As the Prospect Development Officer, you'll have the chance to expand our fundraising reach and contribute to a highly supportive team environment committed to best practices and innovation.

What you'll do:

* Proactively identify new prospects from databases, networks, and other sources.
* Respond to ad-hoc requests for prospect insights, allowing us to seize new opportunities.
* Conduct in-depth research to assess prospects' philanthropic capacity and complete thorough due diligence.
* Undertake data mining and verification tasks to enhance prospect information.
* Build accurate research profiles on prospects to optimise fundraising asks.
* Manage and prioritise a diverse workload effectively.
* Engage in managing the fundraising pipeline and assisting teams in portfolio prioritisation.
* Train other teams in basic research and database use as needed.
* Build strong relationships across the Fundraising Department and beyond.
* Identify opportunities for cross-team collaboration to maximise fundraising income.
* Take a proactive approach to problem-solving and learning.
* Maintain clear and accurate prospect records in the fundraising CRM.
* Adhere to data protection and confidentiality best practices.
* Work with Data Services to improve data management processes.
* Engage in professional development through networking, relevant groups, and conferences.

The successful candidate:

* Research experience, ideally in Prospect Development, or other relevant and relatable prospect research experience.
* Experience with fundraising CRMs and understanding of data protection.
* Knowledge of major gift fundraising principles
* Experience of working within a non-profit organisation or similar

Skills and Personal Attributes:

* Independent, driven, and proactive approach.
* Excellent verbal and written communication.
* Strong relationship-building and management skills.
* Ability to prioritise tasks and attention to detail.
* Comfortable with technology (Word, Excel, Outlook).
* Creative, innovative, and resourceful.

If you're looking for a role where your skills in research, relationship management, and data integrity will directly contribute to impactful fundraising efforts, apply today!

How to Apply:

To apply for the Prospect Development Officer role, please reply and upload your CV quoting reference 81603SOH and we can provide more information to you.

We eagerly await your response.

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.

This is a part-time position offering flexible hours (21 hours per week) to attract the best candidate. Reporting directly to the Board of Trustees, you will provide strategic and operational leadership to our dedicated team. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Deliver our Strategic plan: Collaborate with the Board and staff  to  implement  our compelling strategic vision for the project, ensuring alignment with our vision, mission and operational objectives.
• Financial Sustainability: Spearhead fundraising initiatives, secure diverse funding streams, and manage budgets effectively to ensure the charity’s  long-term financial health. This will include a strong focus on grants, bid  writing and cultivating relationships with funding partners.
• Operational Excellence: Oversee the effective delivery of all programmes and projects, ensuring high-quality standards and compliance with relevant statutory requirements, policies and procedures.
• Team Leadership: Foster a positive and supportive work environment that empowers staff, promotes professional development, and encourages creativity and innovation.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including local authorities, community partners, parents, families, funders, and the public, effectively communicating the charity’s  impact.

About You:

The ideal candidate will possess a unique blend of leadership skills, experience, and a genuine commitment to our mission. Essential criteria include:

• Proven Leadership: Minimum 2 years of experience in a senior leadership role, ideally within the charity sector, demonstrating successful organisational management, strategic planning, board  and team leadership.
• Financial Acumen: Extensive experience in financial planning, budgeting, bid writing  and securing funding for charitable organisations, with a proven track record in results and diversifying income streams.
• Collaborative Approach: Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to build strong relationships, inspire teams, and work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Passion for Impact: A deep understanding of the challenges facing vulnerable young people and families, coupled with a genuine desire to make a tangible difference in their lives.

Relevant Qualification: A degree-level qualification (or equivalent) in a business/management related subject or a relevant professional qualification

Chief Executive Officer - Big Issue Invest

Location: London/Hybrid
Department: Big Issue Invest Head Office
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: 35
Salary: £100,000.00 per annum negotiable

Come and be a leader in the social investment sector.

Big Issue Invest is looking for a Chief Executive Officer to come and join one of the leaders in the social impact investing sector and help shape the future of our social investment plans.

As CEO you will work across stakeholder groups to develop and lead on strategy and execution with the aim of delivering meaningful investment into social enterprises which have impactful social purpose.

You will be an outgoing, energetic and entrepreneurial commercial leader with a demonstrable proven track record in management and growth of a financial services business – ideally in fund management and direct investment.

You can be a leader and ambassador for the whole social investment sector who can shape the external perception of an organisation, mobilise people around a vision and business plan and demonstrate an understanding of the drivers behind the social finance sector and social impact investment.

For a full job description including the summary of responsibilities, skills, qualities and experience required for the role, please download the Job pack from the link below.

Salary and Benefits:

• Salary £100,000 per annum negotiable
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays incrementally increasing with service.
• Flexible working policy
• Pension scheme
• Private Health care cover
• Enhanced Family benefits
• On-going learning and development
• Employee Assistance programme to support your health and wellbeing
• Blue Light Card Benefits scheme

Workplace details

The main BII office is in Finsbury Park in London, co-located with various other parts of BIG. The CEO is expected to be physically present in office for most of the time, however hybrid working is not unusual. A reasonable amount of travel around the UK is an intrinsic part of the job; visiting investee organisations, networking, fundraising and generally representing BII as an ambassador of BIG.

Closing date – 17 November 2024 (23:59pm). Please note that we may invite suitable candidates for interview before the closing date. So please apply asap.

Big Issue Group is striving towards Equal Opportunities. We particularly welcome applications from those who are underrepresented in our sector, such as women in senior roles, and people with disabilities and from Black and Minority Ethnic communities. 

Since 1991, The Big Issue has fought poverty by creating opportunities and supporting people to take control of their lives. Over time our organisation has grown and now The Big Issue Group consists of The Big Issue Company Ltd and Big Issue Invest Ltd (our social investment arm) and Big Issue Changing Lives Community Interest Company.

Benefits: As well as a salary commensurate with our sector, we are proud of our family-friendly staff benefits. We offer 3 days paid leave in a rolling year to care for a sick child or grandchild, 3 days paid leave in a rolling year to care for a sick or elderly relative, an incremental holiday scheme, life cover, a healthcare cash plan, access to an open learning library and other learning & development opportunities, an enhanced contribution into our workplace pension and a generous maternity package. We particularly welcome applicants from those who are underrepresented, such as women in senior roles such as this, disabled people and people from Black and Minority Ethnic communities.

REF-217 855

We are recruiting a Programmes Officer to work across projects in our Sector Support programme, working closely with a Senior Programmes Manager.

This is an opportunity for you to use your excellent organisational skills to coordinate programme events, build relationships with funded partners, and maintain good records across our systems. You will support the efficient delivery of our programmes and sector support initiatives for organisations who work on the frontline of social welfare legal advice.

Working in an energetic, friendly and busy team, you will be able to make a significant and positive contribution from the start. We are a small organisation making huge strides in our mission to make access to justice available to more people in need.

You will have a passion for social justice and enjoy utilising your strong communication skills to support programmes and initiatives that strengthen the advice sector.

Overview of post

• To organise and develop the London Specialist Advice Forum with the Senior Programme Manager.
• To identify emerging issues that affect forum members and liaise with the forum members, the steering group, and external legal and non-legal organisations to discuss potential solutions.
• To identify and report pilot projects that emerge from needs identified through forum members.
• To identify emerging issues that affect specialist legal advice providers and support relationships with the key external strategic and policy organisations to raise these issues.
• To ensure that the work of funded partners is communicated to a broad audience through generating content for newsletters, our web site and online presence.
• To provide support to the Sector Support and Grants team in the running and development of other sector support schemes such as money saving initiatives, funding programmes, and others.
• To assist with the recruitment and management of volunteers.

Benefits

• 25 days of annual leave, increasing to a maximum of 31 days with the numbers of years in the organisation (pro-rata for part time) plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part time)
• Hybrid working
• Flexible working options
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Contribution to pension scheme
• Continuing personal development opportunities
• Enhanced maternity/adoption and paternity leave pay