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JGDR are looking for a creative, collaborative and enthusiastic marketer to work on digital content. You will sit in the Marketing team, delivering strategies to optimise digital content across multiple channels including socials, email & website.
Digital Content Officer
Salary: £27,000 per annum (35 hours per week)
Location: Hybrid, with one day per week from one of our three Centres based in Nottinghamshire, Broughton in North LIncolnshire or Algarkirk in South Lincolnshire or a central meeting place.
About us
All dogs deserve a good life and a safe, loving home. We exist to provide a safe place for dogs without a home, and to find new loving places for them to live.
We currently have three operating centres in North and South Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire, and also provide support and community specific initiatives across East Yorkshire. Our Central Office is located on our North Lincolnshire site, near Brigg.
Job summary
We are looking for a creative, collaborative and enthusiastic marketer to work on digital content for JGDR. Working with colleagues in the Marketing team, you will deliver strategies to optimise digital content for the charity across multiple channels including social media, email and the website.
This role would suit an approachable individual with ambition and drive who enjoys a fast-paced, varied work environment – there is plenty of opportunity to make this role your own, and drive both brand awareness and income growth via JGDR’s digital channels.
Your role
You will sit in the Marketing team, and report into the Marketing Manager. You will plan and produce the charity’s email marketing programme, and generate compelling social media content across the charity’s Meta, X, LinkedIn and TikTok accounts.
You will work closely with the Marketing Manager to manage day-to-day maintenance of the website, and oversee the charity’s SEO and PPC activity, liaising with key external suppliers such as digital agencies, website providers and designers.
This role will collaborate with both the Individual Giving & Legacies and Volunteering & Community Engagement teams, to create multi-channel digital content to support fundraising and other income generating activities, ensuring that campaigns are adapted and optimised for different channels to drive engagement and income.
Key responsibilities
· Working with the Marketing Officer and Marketing Manager, develop the charity’s digital marketing and communications plan and oversee a regular schedule of activity on email, social media and the website, to grow engaged audiences and generate income
· Work with the Marketing Manager to develop the charity’s SEO strategy and consistently refresh and optimise the website for SEO and performance, including thorough copywriting and uploading content
· Be the point of contact for the charity for day-to-day updates and edits to the website, ensuring that the needs of stakeholders across the organisation are represented
· Create, manage and optimise digital marketing campaigns and budgets for paid search ads and Google grants, paid social media, and display advertising, as well as advising on and testing new opportunities. You will work with and manage external stakeholders to achieve this where applicable
· Using the CRM, Donorflex, and the email marketing system, Klaviyo, oversee the charity’s email marketing programmes, supporting the fundraising team to craft engaging e-newsletters, donor communications and marketing campaigns to drive income and other conversions, such as data opt-ins and volunteer sign ups.
· Create brilliant and engaging content, tailored to digital personas and audience types, to bring in new audiences and retain our established community. This includes copywriting content, including case studies and blogs/articles, for the website and social media channels.
· Develop regular reporting mechanisms for GA4 and other digital and organic social KPIs (including traffic, keywords and SEO performance) to inform the Marketing Manager of outputs and results, and drive an insights-led approach to digital marketing at JGDR
· Along with the wider Marketing team, deliver high quality community management and moderation using the community management tool, Agorapulse, on organic and paid social media content
· Keep up-to-date with sector trends and developments in digital marketing and content creation
· Source, generate and produce multimedia content for specific initiatives.
· Support integrated marketing and communication campaigns designed to increase the reach and reputation of the charity against agreed KPIs, including engagement KPIs.
· Work collaboratively with internal stakeholders to understand how paid digital advertising can best support day to day activities in line with the wider Marketing Team’s digital plans, and gather feedback, insights and evaluation from colleagues to inform content creation
· Develop and maintain segmentation strategies to tailor content to different audience segments
· Act as a collaborative role model to the wider team, and build strong working relationships with colleagues across the wider charity to be an internal ambassador for Fundraising and Marketing
This is not an exhaustive list of duties, but outlines the key roles and responsibilities for this post. The post holder’s specific objectives will be set upon commencing their role.
You are:
· A resourceful, creative marketing professional with experience in digital marketing and content creation
· Knowledgeable about SEO and tactics to drive traffic to JGDR’s website
· Enthusiastic and self-motivated, with a positive approach to your work and supporting your colleagues to achieve shared objectives
· Confident in navigating social media platforms and their audiences, able to adapt and flex your approach according to the channel and the charity’s tone of voice
· Experienced in using email marketing platforms to input data, manage supporter journeys, monitor performance, and report on campaigns
· A skilled communicator, adept at crafting content for social media, email marketing and websites that encourages the user to take action where needed
· Comfortable using platforms such as Canva and Adobe Suite to create digital-friendly designs
· Organised, with a keen eye for detail and a confidence in managing competing priorities and timelines effectively in a fast-paced environment
· Analytical, with a keen eye for data and insights and an understanding of how to transfer these learnings into actions
· Ambitious, with a drive to seek out new opportunities to raise engagement and brand awareness, and pursue them with a continual eye on hitting KPIs and targets
· Financially proficient, and comfortable planning, monitoring and being accountable for marketing budgets to agreed deadlines
· Familiar with sector trends and best practice methods of digital marketing
· Diligent, organised and respectful of others’ contributions, and keen to work in an environment that encourages constructive feedback and collaboration
· Committed to dog welfare, and representing the values of JGDR both internally and externally
· Prepared and able to represent JGDR on the communications rota where needed; a time off in lieu policy for this is in place.
Diversity and Accessibility
Jerry Green Dog Rescue is committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process and encouraging equality and diversity among our workforces. We acknowledge that some candidates may require additional support to overcome barriers experienced during the application process.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are looking for a Database Officer for an 12 month maternity contract to join an inspiring international animal charity and support and contribute to the database operations, including running and assisting with data selections; and generally assisting Fundraising teams with their data requirements.
This can be a homebased role with once a month in the London office.
The Charity
An ambitious charity with a long and rich history of prioritising practical, professional and sustainable solutions for animals world-wide and the communities they are part of.
You would be joining a motivated and friendly fundraising team, offering fantastic benefits including 26 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, and a career path that can grow with the organisation, as well as much more!
The Role
Daily importing of donations and personal data from a range of sources to Raisers Edge using Import-o-Matic, RE imports, and
occasional batch and manual entry.
Work closely with the Database Manager and Finance team, reconciling gift income between Raisers Edge and Microsoft Business Dynamics.
Provide support, advice and training for the Supporter Engagement team to ensure that data entry policies are understood and maintained.
The Candidate
Experience of using the Raisers Edge and Import-o-Matic database at an advanced level.
Experience of income processing on Raisers Edge.
Experience of dealing with Gift Aid, including reconciliation and working on claims.
IMPORTANT NOTE
Our aim is to respond to all successful applications within 5 days. If you havent been contacted within 5 days your application has been unsuccessful, but we positively encourage you to apply for any other positions that you may see in the future.
We apologise that we cannot contact everybody in person but thank you in advance for your interest.
Third Solutions encourages applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Third Solutions acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003.
Do You Have a Strong Background in Database Administration? Do you have experience using Raiser's Edge? Are you looking for a remote opportunity?
We are working with a well-established international animal welfare charity to recruit for a Database Officer (12-month Maternity cover). You will be responsible for supporting and contributing to the charity's database operations.
The Contract:
* Salary: Circa £37,500 per annum
* Duration: 12-month fixed-term role to cover maternity
* Work Pattern: Hybrid - remote, up to 1 day a month in the office, subject to business needs
* Hours: 34.5 hours per week
* Location: London
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Benefits:
* 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays
* Pension: Automatically enrolled in our pension scheme after three months
* Training and Development opportunities
* Medical Cash Plan
* Gym Membership Discount
* And many more!
About the role
As the Database Officer, you will be responsible for supporting and contributing to the organisation's database operations, including ensuring all income received is accurately and promptly processed. You will help maintain the database to ensure data quality, assist with running data selections, and support the Fundraising teams with their data requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
* Gift Processing: Import and process donations from various sources, ensuring accuracy with platforms like Blackbaud and PayPal.
* Finance and Reconciliation: Collaborate with the Finance team to reconcile gift income and ensure accurate data from suppliers.
* Database Maintenance: Ensure data quality, maintain GDPR compliance, update records, and manage Gift Aid declarations.
* Support and Training: Provide training and support to teams, manage helpdesk queries, and assist with reporting and data selections for fundraising.
About you
* Knowledge of Data Protection: Familiarity with charity law, fundraising regulations, best practices, and GDPR.
* Advanced Raiser's Edge Skills: Proficient in using Raiser's Edge and Import-o-Matic databases.
* Income Processing: Experience in processing income on Raiser's Edge.
* Database Administration: Proven experience in database management and administration.
* Gift Aid Experience: Knowledge of Gift Aid, including reconciliation and claims processing.
If this opportunity is of interest of interest please get in touch ASAP We are reviewing CV's as they come through. We would be happy to discuss the role/opportunity with you.
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.
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The Talent Set are delighted to be working with a fantastic animal charity to recruit their Communications Officer
The charity offers a flexible working environment, with Hybrid or Remote working from their London head office as required.
In this role, you will pro-actively deliver and support the communications and campaigns projects and activities. Your work will range from ensuring working animals are represented in the global news agenda, to raising awareness of organisational and income-generating activities, in line with our strategy.
Key Responsibilities:
Media and PR
· Deliver local, national and international PR (both online and offline), supporting awareness-raising, global programmes, emergency, fundraising and advocacy activities and campaigns.
· Implement media plans in line with the global fundraising, marketing and communications strategy and in support of communications KPIs.
· Organise PR engagements and activities for media and other stakeholders as required.
· Produce and distribute press releases, articles, statements, case studies, Q&A sheets, position statements, briefings, press packs and other media materials.
· Identify opportunities for, and support the development of, appropriate content (video, imagery etc) for media release.
· Act as a first point of contact for media enquiries, providing out-of-hours media cover as required, including weekends.
Communications and Campaigns
· Work with the Communications and Campaigns team and colleagues to plan and implement strategic communications designed to grow awareness and understanding of the charity’s work and support income generation activities.
· Work with Global Programmes staff to identify and realise potential stories of geopolitical importance (e.g. conflict and security, climate, food security, gender issues).
· Work with the Global Programmes team to realise opportunities arising from advocacy work.
· Support awareness day campaign activity, e.g. International Working Animal Day.
· Support the development of the ambassador programme, liaising with high-profile public figures, journalists, politicians and celebrities to assist in delivering media coverage.
Brand and Content
· Write copy for publications, marketing materials and digital channels, such as the website and social media.
· Work with the Senior Content Officer, in-country teams and freelancers, to develop, catalogue and select content (photography, video, case studies).
· Oversee the production of promotional materials as required.
Person Specification:
· Experience of working in a busy press or communications environment, including interacting with national media.
· Knowledge of charity/not-for-profit communications.
· Excellent knowledge of the UK media environment, including print, broadcast and digital.
· Expertise in managing both reactive and proactive media relations.
· An experienced writer, with the ability to produce engaging, persuasive copy that is tailored to the needs of particular audiences.
· Experience of digital communications, including writing for the web.
· Experience of media contacts databases, such as Gorkana/Cision.
· Experience of project management and delivering projects on budget and within deadline.
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.
Creative Content Officer
Location: Flexible remote (with monthly meetings / team days at our office in Horsham, West Sussex) with a requirement to attend events in person
Salary: £28,000 per annum (FTE)
Level: Grade 4 and B
Hours: Part-time, 21 hours per week (to include Tuesday)
Contract: Permanent
Who is Born Free?
Born Free is a UK registered charity that works tirelessly to ensure that all wild animals, whether living in captivity or in the wild, are treated with compassion and respect, and are able to live their lives according to their needs. We oppose the exploitation of wild animals in captivity and campaign to keep them where they belong – in the wild.
About this opportunity
Are you excited about incredible content and the reaction it gets from an audience? Do you know what works, what doesn’t, and why? Do you thrive by creating engaging stories? Do you love the challenge of creating short form video content that engages audiences? Do you know how to harness and amplify a brand message to create authentic experiences and interactions with our community?
We are looking to recruit a Creative Content Officer who can take our captivating stories, spanning nearly 40 years of conservation and wild animal welfare, and deliver them to today’s diverse audiences in exciting, creative and contemporary ways, engaging people of all ages.
Under the leadership of the Digital Marketing Lead, working alongside the Social Media Officer and with the support of the Communications Officer, you’ll create visual content, including video and graphics for the delivery of all Born Free’s digital channels, including – but not limited to – fundraising appeals, adoption stories, stories from the field, including conservation and animal rescue and relocation, and news stories from the policy team working tirelessly to campaign for strengthened national and international legal protection for wildlife.
You will have the incredible opportunity to translate our powerful narrative, outstanding achievements, and ambitious plans to all touchpoints on social, working directly with our programmatic and marketing teams and the Co-Founder. You'll build and grow our engagement and conversions by tailoring content to our different audiences.
The Creative Content Officer will need to have the energy and hands-on attitude to thrive in a lean, fast-paced environment with strong focus on outstanding content, accuracy and performance. This role requires a truly collaborative approach, embracing all aspects of the Foundation’s overall work, and an understanding of how your work affects, and is affected by, the work of everyone around you.
Responsibilities & Duties
- Working under the direction of the Digital Marketing Lead, and collaboratively with the Social Media Officer, develop and create impactful and engaging visual content, with a focus on video and graphics, for our social media and digital marketing channels to grow our social media audiences
- Ensure content is adapted / suitable for specific channels / audiences and is in line with brand aesthetics and identity
- Manage multiple video projects simultaneously
- With the Head of Communications and PR, work with external freelance editors when required
- Identify consumer trends to help with planning social media campaigns.
- Analyse competitor activity and keep your pulse on the latest social media trends
- With the Social Media Officer, create a flexible, proactive and reactive content calendar for all social that enhances the broader programmatic, marketing and leadership plans.
- Ensure that the BFF’s brand is consistent across every platform
- Live and breathe our brand voice and style guides, and continue to develop them through content, alongside
- On occasion schedule content on Sprout Social and respond be on the rota for social media community management.
Our Ideal Candidate
- Strong filming and editing skills in Adobe Creative Cloud, Adobe Express and CapCut
- Lives and breathes video – thrives on creating content that genuinely connects with audiences.
- Inclusive, creative, courageous, discerning, curious, and devoted to Born Free, its Mission, and its followers.
- In tune with current trends
- Comprehensive, nuanced understanding of all social platforms, including emerging creative sensibility and a keen eye for look and feel
- Work with the Social Media Manager’s analysis of data to maximise engagement of visual content
- Highly-motivated self-starter; capable of working independently, yet collaboratively, within a fast-paced environment.
- Quick-thinking, agile, creative, hands-on, resilient, stress-tolerant, problem-solver.
Required Skills
- Adobe Creative Cloud including excellent skills in Premier Pro (After Effects a bonus)
- Ability to create engaging and highly visual content that tells a story and drives engagement, from our archive of video and photography, or filming on phone or DJI Osmo.
- A strong understanding of social media video strategies
- A genuine curiosity and interest in both current affairs, wildlife related news, and sector-wide developments.
- A solid understanding of the use of a range of social media platforms, particularly in relation to advertising/branding and customers.
- Knowledge and understanding of algorithms and search engine optimisation.
- Strong communication and people skills for articulating ideas to colleagues and the wider organisation.
- Excellent teamworking, collaboration and networking skills.
Further Information:
Note: This job description outlines the roles, duties, and responsibilities of the post. It is not intended to detail all specific tasks. Born Free reserves the right to alter the content of this job description to reflect the changing needs of the organisation but is a correct reflection of the main duties of the post at the time of writing. Please note this role will require working outside of normal working hours from time to time.
Our excellent benefits package includes opportunities for continuous professional learning, a generous annual leave entitlement, working from home with regular team meetings to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance, wellbeing support, and a competitive pension.
The closing date for applications is 17.00 on Friday 1st November 2024.
Interviews will be scheduled to take place week commencing 11th November on Teams.
If you do not receive an invitation for an interview by the 8th November 2024 then you have unfortunately not been shortlisted. Thank you for your interest.
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.
Born Free is an Equal Opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We welcome requests for flexible working.
Born Free politely requests no contact from recruitment agencies or media sales. We do not accept speculative CVs from recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.
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Staff work a hybrid schedule with 2 days/week in the office
The United Kingdom (UK) plays a significant role in global terrestrial and marine conservation efforts. In addition to being a major provider of public and private funding and a vocal actor on issues of international policy, it is a source, transit and destination point for illegally traded wildlife. IFAW has a long record of accomplishment working on prominent issues in the UK and has developed a large, loyal and generous supporter base in the country with positive brand recognition.
Working under the direction of the Director Policy & Advocacy Europe, the Sr. Program Officer will be responsible for the implementation of IFAW’s global programmatic strategies in the UK region. Consolidating and building on previous progress, the focus will be primarily on combatting wildlife crime, engaging relevant national stakeholders across policy, enforcement, civil society, private sector, and academic sectors.
The Sr. Program Officer will work collaboratively with global staff to ensure alignment with IFAW program priorities, leveraging IFAW’s networks and expertise worldwide to achieve success.
The ideal candidate will be a self-starter able to deliver under their own initiative while balancing the need to work within an international team, ideally with experience in a government department or agency, or a non-profit organization, preferably within a global structure.
With a strong background in program delivery, policy development and a good understanding of influencing and delivering change within parliamentary and government processes, this candidate will be articulate and politically aware and able to build out effective engagement strategies. With policy-makers, enforcement authorities and other stakeholders.
The role is permanent and full-time; and will be based in the UK and subject to IFAW’s policies on remote/hybrid work arrangements.
Role and Responsibilities
· Work collaboratively with UK and global staff to deliver IFAW’s global program goals in the UK, with an initial focus on IFAW’s wildlife crime program.
· Develop the strategy and operational plans for policy advocacy, program implementation and research within the framework of IFAW’s global programs and policies, ensuring that budgets, targets, and performance indicators are set and work monitored, evaluated, and reported effectively within the organisation’s reporting mechanisms.
· Proactively identify, assess, and respond to all relevant developments within public policy, capitalizing upon opportunities to push IFAW’s priority policy calls and achieve positive changes in policy and legislation, ensuring IFAWs global policies and approaches to conservation and animal rescue are represented adequately in UK politics and key institutions.
· Build and maintain relationships with policymakers and stakeholders in law enforcement, academia, private sector (where relevant) and civil society organisations.
· Support the IFAW’s fundraising teams, when relevant, with the development of the UKs institutional grant funding portfolios and major giving opportunities, including developing pitches and undertaking face-to-face meetings with potential supporters.
· Work with the UK communications team to support media strategies around IFAW’s programmatic work, acting as a media spokesperson where appropriate.
· Manage budgets relating to programmatic activities.
· Ensure effective internal communication on UK program implementation and successes.
Qualifications and Education Requirements
· At least 5 years of relevant experience, in areas such as nonprofit management, wildlife conservation, policy development and advocacy, project and financial management, stakeholder engagement.
· Demonstrated experience of successful political engagement on difficult issues, with a track record of skillfully navigating parliamentary structures and government decision-making to achieve political or governmental support.
· Strong network of political and governmental contacts and knowledge of policy and legislation development within the UK.
· Good knowledge of what wildlife crime entails, and who the key actors are that aim to combat wildlife crime, is highly desired. Specific expertise in wildlife cyber-enabled crime a bonus. Strong knowledge of species identification and CITES are a bonus as is experience in issues around transparency and tackling corruption.
· Proven track record of program delivery, working within dispersed and multidisciplinary teams. Experience of working in a global organisation, within a matrix model is preferable. Experience of commissioning research or working with academic institutions a plus.
· A resourceful problem-solver, with strong critical thinking skills. Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment, prioritize tasks, and work well under pressure.
· Proven ability to work effectively through networks and coalitions to achieve change and to communicate constructively with partners and funders and fulfill their reporting requirements.
· Culturally sensitive, proven record of accomplishment of working with diverse, multi-cultural teams. Effective communication skills, including listening skills.
· Experience of public speaking to reach a diverse range of audiences and/or being a media spokesperson,
· A strong commitment to animal welfare, conservation and IFAW’s mission.
· Candidates should have the right to work in the UK
At IFAW, we aim to create and foster a workforce that reflects and contributes to the diverse, global community in which we work to improve the lives of both animals and people. We are dedicated to fostering justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion so we actively encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds.
Hiring range is 34,000-41,000 GBP
To apply, please submit CV and letter of interest via our website
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Role Summary
We are seeking an experienced and committed Head of Finance to oversee all financial aspects of ProVeg International as a growing network of organisations, and to manage international financial relations between all national ProVeg entities, including driving the organisation’s financial strategy and planning. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing and assessing the organisation’s finances, cash flow and balance sheet, forecasts, total and project budgets, and finance operations. You will streamline, implement and optimise systems and procedures to ensure the compliance, donor reporting and related fundraising and other needs of the organisation are fully met. You are a reliable professional with broad knowledge of accounting, financial management and annual reporting, and ideally charity-specific principles. You are a strategic thinker and effective leader who can make the best decisions in line with our organisation’s vision, mission and values.
Job Details
Reports to: Global CEO
Department: INT Operations
Responsible for: Finance Manager
Location: Working from home (ideally UK, NL, PL, CZ or ZA)
Hours: 28-40 h per week
Salary: depending on experience and location, around £56-65k if based in the UK for 1 FTE
Responsibilities
- Financial Strategy, Planning and Analysis: Develop and maintain financial models, cash flow and forecasts to support strategic business planning and decision-making.
- Budget Management: Oversee and lead on the annual international budgeting and planning process (involving all ProVeg entities and departments). Administer and review all international financial plans and budgets; maintain all program budgets.
- Financial Reporting: Prepare and present monthly (P&L and balance sheets) management reports, quarterly variance reports, annual financial reports, donor-specific or grant reports, and other income generation reports to the Global CEO, and Senior Leadership Team.
- Audit and Compliance: Coordinate and manage financial audits, ensuring compliance with accounting principles and regulatory requirements.
- Financial Risk & Compliance Management: Seek out methods and practices to minimise financial risk, leverage financial opportunities, and ensure financial compliance with charity laws and other guidelines. Remain up-to-date on best practices in non-profit finance, and relevant laws regarding non-profit operation.
- Finance Operations and governance: Oversee and improve internal financial policies and procedures such as implementation of central finance software, donations and grants tracking, ensuring value for money by applying internal auditing principles, and advising/supporting country directors and finance managers as well as organisations joining the ProVeg global network.
Qualifications
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Relevant accounting qualification preferred, though candidates qualified by experience will be considered. Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or related field desirable; graduate degree or CPA preferred.
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Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in a similar role, ideally in the non-profit sector. Experience of implementing and maintaining strong financial controls.
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Strong financial acumen and analytical skills, with a track record of strategic financial planning and analysis.
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Proficiency in financial modelling, forecasting, budgeting, and finance operations.
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Excellent data skills, including Google Workspace, with advanced proficiency in Google Sheets and QuickBooks, Xero, or other accounting software. Desirable: experience of implementing new accounting software.
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Calm and professional attitude, high level of integrity, accuracy, and a strong sense for due diligence.
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Experience consolidating multiple entities, ideally including different currencies.
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Collaborative attitude, solution-focused, and supportive of international colleagues (particularly Country Directors & Country Finance Managers, International Department Heads and International Operations team).
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Excellent communication skills in English; additional language skills, such as German, preferred.
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Ability to thrive in a fast-paced non-profit work environment.
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Commitment to ProVeg’s mission and values.
Benefits of working with us
- A strong organisational focus on personal development, with a designated training budget.
- Provision of a work laptop.
- Flexible, trust-based working arrangements and home-office arrangements.
- Career-development support.
- Mindfulness programme - free Headspace account.
- We are a workplace that encourages everyone to bring their whole selves to work. We are an inclusive workplace for our diverse employees around the world.
- And, last but not least, become part of a great team and work with us towards a world where everyone chooses delicious and healthy food that is good for all humans, animals, and our planet!
Our Application Procedure
The upcoming steps include:
1. Online Cognitive Aptitude Test and a Personality test
2. First interview with People and Culture
3. Online trial task
4. Senior Management interview
5. Final decision
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Contract: Permanent, full time
Salary: £21,840 per annum
Location: Burford with hybrid working, OX18 4PF
Closing date: Sunday 27 October 2024
Interview date: 4 & 5 November 2024
We’re recruiting a Contact Handler to join our Rehoming Admissions team, where we’re committed to making a real difference for people and their pets. Our team offers vital support to individuals facing the difficult decision of giving up a pet, helping to change the perception that this choice is cruel. With empathy, understanding, and a focus on positive outcomes, we provide a compassionate service that meets the needs of both people and animals. If you’re passionate about making an impact and helping those in need, we’d love to hear from you.
More about the role
As a key member of our close-knit and dynamic team, our Contact Handlers provide invaluable support to individuals facing the emotional challenge of giving up a pet. We understand how difficult and heart-wrenching this decision can be, and as a Contact Handler, you’ll offer a compassionate, listening ear while guiding them through their options. With empathy and professionalism, you’ll deliver clear, consistent advice that empowers customers to make informed choices, ensuring that both they and their pets receive the care and support they need during this difficult time. Your role will be essential in making a meaningful impact on their lives.
This full-time position requires 35 hours per week, following a rota that includes weekends and bank holidays, with weekend shifts typically being one in every three. Flexibility is essential. The role offers hybrid working, with a minimum of two days in the office (usually Mondays and Thursdays) and three days working from home a week. Candidates must have a dedicated home working environment that is free from background noise to ensure focus and professionalism while working remotely.
About you
The ideal candidate for this role is someone that has great communication skills and able to speak to a wide variety with experience of handling calls. As part of this role, you will be often supporting clients that are distressed, therefore, you will be able to work in an emotionally charged environment and excellent ‘bounce back ability’ and resilience, with the ability to keep calm under pressure. This person will be emotionally intelligent, showing empathy and knowing how to support clients and colleagues.
Knowledge, skills, and experience
- Experience of call handling in a work environment
- Experience of working with customers in a busy customer service environment
- The ability to handle challenging situations with resilience, tact, compassion, and diplomacy
- Excellent communication skills
- A good knowledge of Windows and MS Office
- The ability to demonstrate, understand and apply our Blue Cross values
Although not essential, it would be great if you also had:
- Experience of employment or volunteering for a charity
- Experience working with CRM/database systems
How to apply
Click the apply button below and complete the online application process before the closing date on Sunday 27 October 2024 .
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response.
Blue Cross benefits
Our people are the most important part of delivering our purpose. If it were not for their amazing efforts and commitment, we would not be able to make the difference that we do today.
In return, Blue Cross wants to ensure we provide you with the best working environment we can. We want you to be happy working for us and will do everything we can to make sure you are.
Our generous benefits package includes:
- Enhanced annual leave entitlement: 30 days plus bank holidays
- Pension scheme with enhanced employer contribution
- Health cash plan
- Life assurance
- Unlimited access to an employee assistance programme
- Programmes for physical and mental wellbeing support
- Free access to GP via MetLife
- Recognition scheme Annual volunteer days
- Claim for professional fees
To read more about the benefits Blue Cross has to offer, please visit the 'why work for us' page on our website.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Contract: Permanent, 35 hours per week over 5 days
Salary: £25,800 - £30,000
Location: Hybrid – 40% in our office in Burford, OX18 4PF & 60% from home
Closing date: Sunday 3 November 2024
We’re recruiting a Data Engineer to join our Information Services team at Blue Cross. This entry-level position is ideal for recent graduates or those with some hands-on experience in a Data Engineering environment.
More About the Role:
This is a fantastic opportunity to kick-start your career in Data Engineering. You will work closely with our Senior Data Engineer and Data Manager, gaining invaluable experience while supporting key Data Engineering activities.
You'll be part of a dynamic team that plays a key role in harnessing data to drive meaningful insights for Blue Cross, helping us improve the lives of pets and their owners. This role offers a supportive learning environment where you can develop your skills and make a positive impact on our charity’s mission.
Key Responsibilities:
- Optimise the flow of data and ensure ongoing monitoring and correction of data quality issues.
- Assist with data imports and identify new data sources.
- Write ELT (Extract, Load, Transform) scripts.
- Help reduce data silos to ensure a cohesive view of Blue Cross data.
- Manage the import and export of data to and from our CRM system.
- Support continuous improvement for data processes and help implement new tools and approaches.
- Maintain standard operating procedures for consistency of service.
- Write ad-hoc SQL scripts to achieve short-term objectives.
- Ensure accuracy and integrity of data by regularly reviewing and updating records in our CRM.
- Coordinate routine database enquiries and carry out data cleansing processes.
- Aggregate data to support reporting needs across various teams, including Fundraising, Marketing, and Veterinary services.
- Build strong relationships with key stakeholders.
- Ensure compliance with Data Protection legislation and charity regulations.
- Monitor and correct data quality issues, ensuring datasets are fit for analysis.
Please Note: We understand that commuting to Burford may be a consideration for some applicants. The hybrid working model allows for flexibility, with the majority of your time spent working from home. This arrangement is designed to accommodate various commuting needs while ensuring you remain an integral part of our team.
About You:
We are looking for a natural problem solver with a strong analytical mindset who is eager to develop skills that benefit both you and Blue Cross. Your customer-first approach will enable you to build strong relationships across the organisation and communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical colleagues effectively.
You will be organised and analytical, capable of juggling multiple projects while meeting deadlines and maintaining high-quality work in a collaborative environment.
Essential Skills and Experience:
- Strong analytical skills and experience in data manipulation.
- Strong numeracy skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
- Excellent attention to detail and communication skills (both written and verbal).
- Ability to work well with people at all levels of the organisation.
- Good time management and problem-solving skills.
- Understanding and application of Blue Cross values.
While not essential, the following would be beneficial:
- Experience in a charity or not-for-profit sector.
- SQL coding and programming experience.
- Familiarity with data entry and database solutions.
- Experience with data warehousing solutions.
- Knowledge of GDPR and UK Data Protection legislation.
- Awareness of charity regulations related to data management.
How to apply
Click the apply button below and complete the online application process before the closing date on Sunday 3 November.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response.
What happens next
We will be in touch as soon as possible after the closing date to inform you of the outcome of your application. If selected, you will be invited for an interview.
For this position, we have a two-stage interview process. This is a great opportunity for us to get to know each other better and for you to learn more about what we do.
1st Interview: Either Thursday 7 or Friday 8 November 2024 via MS Teams
2nd Interview: Week commencing Monday 18 November, in person at our office in Burford
Blue Cross benefits
Our people are the most important part of delivering our purpose. If it weren’t for their amazing efforts and commitment, we wouldn’t be able to make the difference that we do today. In return, we want to provide you with the best working environment we can.
With a wide range of perks aimed at enhancing your life both inside and outside of work, you'll
thrive in a supportive and rewarding environment.
Our generous benefits package includes:
- 38 days per year, increasing to 43 with service (including bank holidays). For part-time roles, holiday entitlement is calculated pro-rata.
- Pension scheme with enhanced employer contribution
- Life assurance
- Unlimited access to an employee assistance programme
- Programmes for physical and mental wellbeing support
- Free access to GP via MetLife
- Recognition scheme
- Annual volunteer days
- Claim for professional fees
- Charity worker discounts across a variety of retailers.
We want you to feel valued and supported throughout your career with us. For more details on our benefits and to see how we invest in our team, visit the 'Why Work for Us' page on our website.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Your new company
Working for an international scientific charity based in Central London. This is a permanent position, offering hybrid working.
Your new role
- This role will be leading the month end balance sheet reconciliation for cash, credit cards and intercompany accounts. They will be managing external relationships with payment card providers (WorldPay, AMEX, Adyan, Sumup, Nayax, Shopify) Trusts and Individual Donors.
- Responsible for allocating receipts & payments against invoices on the AR and AP ledger and correct coding of grant/sundry income and expenditure.
- Responsible for uploading and coding of all bank transactions (multi-currency) on a daily basis for the charity and its commercial entity, including the correct VAT treatment of income and expenditure, recording of foreign exchange differences on 8 live bank accounts.
- Responsible for monthly bank reconciliations of all bank accounts
- Responsible for control account reconciliations and allocation of transactions on control accounts for cash, streamline, all credit card providers, debtors' suspense & CAF and Intercompany accounts.
- Leading the advice to Education, Fundraising, Marketing and IOZ around monies received and returned via bank transfers from Donors or via the DD's route
- Monitoring cheque and CAF payments for un-cleared items and follow up .
- Investigate and seeing through to a successful resolution, any reconciling differences as and when they occur, ensuring any issues are settled in a timely and efficient manner and brought to FAM's attention.
- Accountable for the preparation and posting of Cash and Cashbook journals from the bank accounts on a timely basis and hitting month end deadlines.
- Responsible for investigating unallocated receipts in suspense account and allocating these to the relevant income streams
- Ensuring effective quality control and continuous improvement in all aspects of the work and responsibilities attached to this role and provide enhancements/ recommendations to FAM to safeguard that there are no auditor points raised.
What you'll need to succeed
- Significant experience with bank accounts and balance sheet ledger reconciliations in a larger business.
- Able to work autonomously, prioritise and work efficiently in a fast-paced but supportive environment.
- Ability to complete the role with minimal supervision, and know when to communicate issues to FAM.
- Knowhow of planning and managing their workload and being able to prioritise work in order to meet deadlines in a calm and professional manner.
- Previous knowledge of Sun and Tessitura (desirable).
- Excellent attention to detail
What you'll get in return
- Flexible, hybrid working.
- Pension scheme - we offer a generous pension scheme with up to 14% contributory pension.
- Holidays - 30 days annual leave allowance, plus UK bank holidays.
- Wellbeing - access to a blended programme of wellbeing initiatives, including confidential access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programm.
- Cycle2Work - our cycle to work scheme enables you to lease a bicycle.
- Season ticket loan - we offer an interest free loan to buy a season ticket for travel between home and work.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.
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Location: Woods Mill
Salary: £34,051.50
Hours: 35
Department: Communications
Job Type: Full time
Contract Type: Permanent
Our client is a conservation charity for everyone who cares about nature in Sussex. They focus on protecting the wonderfully rich natural life that is found across our towns, countryside and coast. By working alongside local people they create opportunities for us all to connect with nature and for nature to thrive in even the most unlikely places.
They are now in a critical decade for change to protect and restore nature with the help of more people taking action for wildlife. Now is the time for an ambitious action plan to match the scale and urgency of the challenges we are facing. Their new Strategic Plan – Their Wild Sussex – was launched in April and sets out their vision and commitment to turning the tide for wildlife so that by 2030, nature in Sussex will be in recovery.
To deliver their new strategic aims, they have recently completed a comprehensive restructure of the charity to align to their goals. This restructure has generated a suite of new roles and opportunities which will enable them to achieve their ambitions of restoring and protecting at least 30% of Sussex land and sea for nature, inspiring one in four people in Sussex to take meaningful action for wildlife, building a stronger more inclusive and diverse organisation and becoming a net zero and climate resilient organisation.
In order to encourage diversity and inclusivity within the environment sector, they particularly welcome applications from people who have an ethnically or geographically diverse background, who are non-graduates and/or are living in economically deprived areas.
Would you love to use your digital communications expertise to connect people with the amazing wildlife and wild places in Sussex?
Do you have experience across a breadth of digital channels and a desire to use these skills to reach diverse audiences and inspire them to take action for nature?
Our client is currently recruiting for a Digital Communications Lead, an exciting opportunity for an experienced communications professional to lead their website and digital channel development. This role would help deliver the Trust's new strategy to support their vision of a Sussex rich in wildlife, valued and protected by everyone.
Responsibilities
- Develop, oversee and manage the Trust's website, with responsibility for content, design and user experience optimisation.
- Develop and oversee external e-newsletters, to include management of audience lists and staff training.
- Develop and oversee the Trust’s online community via social media channels to broaden awareness of the Trust’s work with existing and new, diverse audiences
- Implement and utilise monitoring to further engagement and protect the Trust’s reputation.
- Develop and oversee the digital support and content across the Trust’s projects in collaboration with the appropriate department or project manager.
- Measure website performance through an in-depth understanding of analytics and campaign tracking. Make evidence-based recommendations to continuously improve website performance & user experience
- Work effectively to assist Trust staff to understand online issues, solutions and techniques.
- Develop and oversee the relationships with external website contractors.
- Create graphic resources and digital assets.
- Support the Fundraising and Communications team and colleagues as required.
- Ensure confidentiality at all times, only releasing confidential information obtained during the course of employment to those acting in an official capacity
- Comply with the requirements of Data Protection and GDPR
- Have a flexible approach to working hours, working unsociable hours, evenings and weekends (and emergency cover), as part of an agreed rota may be required on occasion
- Responsible for the Health, Safety and Welfare of self and others and to comply at all times with the requirements of Health and Safety Regulations
- Comply with the Trust’s Policies and Procedures
- Support and promote the Trust’s organisational values.
The above list should not be regarded as exhaustive, from time to time staff may be required to carry out other such duties as determined by the Trust.
To enable them to deliver effective action for wildlife in Sussex by leading the development and delivery of the Trust’s digital strategy and engagement activities across their website and digital channels Engage and broaden the Trust’s online community and safeguard The Trust’s reputation.
Job Purpose
To enable them to deliver effective action for wildlife in Sussex by leading the development and delivery of the Trust’s digital strategy and engagement activities across our website and digital channels.
Engage and broaden the Trust’s online community and safeguard The Trust’s reputation.
This job description is a reflection of the current position and may change.
Benefits:
- 25 days Holiday plus Bank Holidays
- Flexible Working
- Life Assurance
- Generous Pension
- Learning & Development
- Company Socials
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