Head Of Communication Jobs in West Yorkshire

Department: Commercial & Events
Contract type: 12 months Fixed Term Contract
Salary: £42,500 – £45,000 per annum
Location: Home Based (UK wide travel as required)
Reports To: Head of Commercial Events

The NFCC is a charity and membership organisation, representing all Fire and Rescue Services across the UK. We are the professional voice of fire and rescue services.

The NFCC is seeking to grow and diversify its income so we can be more sustainable into the future, better equipped to deliver against our charitable objects.

To support this mission, we are seeking an experienced Business Development Manager to help drive our new commercial strategy and increase our income from business and commercial activity.

The successful candidate will be a dynamic, forward thinking, team player with a ‘can do’ attitude and a real passion to deliver as part of an expanding team with ambitious growth plans.

You will have significant experience in business development and / or income generation with a proven track record of generating income and meeting targets with strong commercial awareness.

You will have excellent communication and engagement skills, with the ability to work with a wide range of senior stakeholders including members, potential members, Charity Trustees, commercial suppliers and more widely.

You will be confident in managing, inspiring and engaging with both external and internal stakeholders and be a flexible and committed team player.

Main Role Responsibilities

To work with the Head of Commercial and Events on the development of the commercial strategy with the support of Trustees, the senior leadership team, members and other staff and stakeholders as necessary

To be responsible for identifying and delivering key income streams, as outlined in the commercial strategy to meet agreed financial targets and KPIs.

To manage existing and develop new relationships with customers to ensure customer satisfactions whilst achieving and maximising income opportunities.

Measure and evaluate the success of the commercial strategy business development and income generation workstreams.

To represent the NFCC to corporate audiences and at corporate events, delivering pitches and presentations. 

To continually be researching new business opportunities for specific target markets. 

To develop new corporate partnerships through relationship building.

To be responsible for the account management of appropriate partnerships and provide the highest level of relationship management.

Preparation of reports, briefing papers and other information on various matters, when required.to the senior management team and Trustees including liaison with senior members and officers across the National Fire Chiefs Council, other relevant staff across Fire and Rescue Services.

Act as liaison and first point of contact for commercial enquiries into the NFCC and dealing with them as appropriate. Enquiries may be from within the organisation, other fire and rescue services or elsewhere. 

To create and assist in the drafting of timely and well-informed reports, business cases and provide advice regarding commercial developments.

Develop an effective network with Fire and Rescue Service sector groups and other internal and external stakeholders. 

Establish and maintain management processes and systems that provide for clear and understandable management information.

If this sounds like the kind of opportunity that you would be interested in; please have a look at the Job Description and apply. 

How to apply:

Please complete the application form linked from the ‘apply now’ button. CV’s will NOT be accepted for this position.

Closing Date – 6th December 2024 with interviews being conducted w/c 16th December 2024.

PLEASE NOTE – THIS VACANCY WILL CLOSE BEFORE THE CLOSING DATE IF WE RECEIVE A HIGH NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS.

NFCC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and will require a DBS check to be completed prior to commencing in post.

NFCC is committed to being an inclusive employer. We comply with the Equality Act 2010, and we believe that everyone deserves to work in safe environments that are free from bullying, harassment and discrimination, abuse, and harm, where they feel supported, welcome, and able to thrive.

NFCC acknowledges the duty of care to safeguard, protect and promote the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and is committed to ensuring safeguarding practice reflects statutory responsibilities, government guidance and complies with best practice, all staff are expected to share this commitment. 

Operations and Finance Coordinator
Location: Remote (with London/UK-based in-person meetings)
Salary: £29,000 per annum
Contract: Full-time, 12 months fixed-term (with the potential to become permanent)

Do you thrive in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment? Are you ready to help shape the future of a global charity supporting health, financial stability, youth success, and community resilience?

At United Way UK, we're looking for a skilled and adaptable Operations / Finance Coordinator to join our small but dynamic team. Reporting to the CEO, you’ll manage financial processes, support HR functions, and coordinate operational and programme activities.

What you’ll do:

• Support financial administration, including budgets and reporting.
• Coordinate HR processes like recruitment and onboarding, working with our outsourced team.
• Provide administrative support for programme delivery and fundraising.

What we’re looking for:

• Strong organisational and multitasking skills.
• Flexibility and resilience under pressure.
• Experience and accuracy in finance or operations (charity sector a plus).

What we offer:

• A supportive, collaborative culture.
• A chance to grow your skills while making a real difference.
• The opportunity to work within a globally recognised organisation.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis – apply early as we may close applications once the role is filled.

Apply by submitting your CV and cover letter via the link on Charity Job.

Diversity & Inclusion: We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all.

Job Title

Graduate Commercial Bid Writer

Grade

GRADE 7

Reports to

Head of Commercial Bid Writing  

Responsible for

N/A

Job purpose

As part of the bid writing team be accountable for writing multi million pound winning bids for agreed contracts, tenders and frameworks in line with the agreed operating model, enabling United Response to retain and grow income in a sustainable way.

Key responsibilities

Bid writing

· Writing high quality and innovative responses in tenders and framework that are representative of United Response work in collaboration with Operation colleagues and Relationship Managers that will lead to winning multi million pound partnerships

· Working closely with the Principle Commercial Bid Writer, Heads of business development, operational subject matter experts to ensure that all tenders, are written to an excellent standard and meet necessary criteria within internal and procurement timeframes.

· Editing and copywriting content to provide consistent and engaging written submissions.

· To articulate and illustrate information provided to you as well as work up concepts into creative and innovative ideas, in line with The United Response strategy and brand. This will include research, example gathering, development of new initiatives and engaging internal and external stakeholders, to include in model development and submissions which will lead to significant increases in income.

· Working with the Principle Commercial Bid Writer to develop a library of sector leading stock responses ensuring tools, examples and information are kept up to date and properly represents the work we do

· Write excellent bids, that bring our offer to life and win UR the contracts

Budgets and Critical Analysis

· Develop comprehensive blue prints for each of our contracts, which will include:

o Rigorous and comprehensive cost benefit analysis for all of our services and bids.

o Experience of developing significant comprehensive budgets for bids to ensure that the ROI is met ensuring sustainable contracts.

o A full risk assessment for the contract to inform decision making for a bid no bid scenario.

Best Practice and Learning

· Keep abreast of latest innovations and research to include in responses.

· Work with colleagues in Operational, Quality and Practice teams to ensure the best practice is shared and knowledge and management information is both used in tenders and available to the organisation.

· Research and data collection for bids, contributing as actively to bespoke model design and innovation development.

· Evaluate and improve future submissions utilising bid feedback and good practice from successful bids, taking a lead and ownership of the Response Library.

Opportunities

· Develop strong and effective communication and relationships across the organisation to understand opportunities and requirements that will take key stakeholders on the bid development journey.

Information & Governance

· Ensure that all processes, procedures and systems to support income generation are followed in accordance with best practice and Information Governance Policies.

· Ensure that United Response and partner’s intellectual property and commercially sensitive information is protected and used appropriately.

· Ensure confidentiality of our people and the people we support is maintained at all times.

Service User Engagement

· Always act as a champion of United Response and local partnerships internally and externally, modelling appropriate behaviours.

· Engage in and instigate true co-production, devolved decision making and strengthening the voices of the people we support.

· Develop and/or build strong and positive relationships with key stakeholders and where required commissioners.

Person specification

Essential Criteria

Part One – Experience

We will be looking for evidence of your:

· Credibility in your potential to write multi million pound sector leading bids and frameworks in the social care sector.

· Credibility in building relationships with operational colleagues and other key stakeholders.

· Credibility in developing rigorous and comprehensive cost benefit analysis for multi million-pound contracts and tenders.

· Supporting colleagues to think differently, developing bids that are easy to read and impactful.

· Understanding of how to deliver social purpose in a business-like manner, good business and financial planning skills and proven track record in delivering against financial targets and managing business risk.

· Commitment to co-production with people we support and their families/advocates.

Part Two - Key Competencies

We will be looking for evidence that you:

· Exceptional writing and communication skills.

· Analytical with an eye for detail.

· Have strong & practical understanding of how to write powerful bids in personalised public services.

· Can critically appraise ideas, proposals, and operating models to ensure that the bids we submit are deliverable and achieve agreed operating margins.

· Ability to work at pace and can juggle competing demands, making reasoned decisions about priorities.

• Can apply project management techniques appropriately to the scale of the task in hand.

· Can harness creative thinking and innovative approaches both of your own and enable others to apply these to deliver practical outcomes.

· Can strike a balance between tried & tested approaches while being willing to take calculated risks in developing new ways of doing things.

· Can show resilience when needed for yourself and assist others to develop this.

· Can hold colleagues to account in an appropriate way to provide high quality information needed for the bids.

Part Three - Personal Style and Behaviour

We will be looking for evidence that you:

· Can describe what your commitment to the aims, values and goals of United Response looks like in practice.

· Have integrity and display courage in tricky situations.

· Work collaboratively with the Business Development team to help deliver exceptional results.

· Are articulate, able to transform complex and often technical subjects into clear messages, and with strong presentation skills, able to create concise yet robust bids.

Desirable criteria

· Volutary or employed bid writing experience

· Certificate in Bid Management or similar

Who we are looking for 

Ygam is seeking an experienced trusts and foundations fundraiser, or individual with transferable skills, to join our tight-knit and ambitious team. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to use your communication skills and initiative to manage and develop a pipeline of trusts and foundations income, spotting.  fundraising opportunities and developing relationships with potential donors. By writing proposals and managing a calendar of applications to trusts and foundations, you will not only hone your communication skills, bid writing experience, and administrative abilities, but also make a tangible impact on our mission to Safeguard our Digital Generation. 

You will: 

• 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 programme experts to develop expertise in key programme areas and build your knowledge of Ygam’s work. 

• support with applications and reports to large funders, corporates and other associated fundraising activity.  

The ideal candidate will be motivated, professional, and organised, with a knack for research. This role suits an ambitious self-starter with excellent IT, research, communication, writing and administration skills. We are looking for someone who believes in Ygam’s mission and is excited to collaboratively shape and develop our fundraising work

Main Role & Responsibilities 

The overall purpose of this role is to support the Head of Fundraising in establishing a robust trusts and foundations income stream as part of Ygam’s new Income Generation strategy, which underpins the organisation’s ambitious aims and objectives. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in diversifying  our range of income streams to ensure financial health for the future of the charity, underpinned by sustainable and ethical fundraising models. 

You will have the chance to work with a diverse range of organisations, including trusts and foundations.  By developing and maintaining a calendar of applications, submitting compelling applications and managing successful grants, you will gain invaluable experience in strategic fund development. You will also play a key role in developing cases for support and building relationships with funders to strengthen the chance of bid success in both the short and medium term. 

Join us in this pivotal role and be part of a mission-driven team dedicated to making a difference. Your contributions will bolster our fundraising efforts and advance our mission in meaningful ways. 

Job Title: Compliance Lead

Salary: £24,000 Pro-rata (FTE £40,000)

Hours per week: 21 Hours per week – Monday – Friday, minimum of 3 hours each day

Contract: Permanent

Benefits: NCT membership with access to exclusive benefits, pension scheme, 30 days annual leave plus 8 bank and public holiday. 

About the role

The Compliance Lead role focuses on fostering a secure, supportive, and compliant environment within the NCT (National Childbirth Trust) community. The role involves Ensuring Adherence to Policies by monitoring and enforcing compliance with established Health & Safety (H&S) and Safeguarding policies to protect all members, including parents and beneficiaries, from harm, abuse, or neglect.

What are we looking for?

Are you passionate about creating safe and supportive environments? As Compliance Lead at NCT, you’ll play a key role in ensuring the safety, well-being, and empowerment of everyone in our community. You’ll oversee Health & Safety (H&S) and Safeguarding policies, provide guidance to staff, practitioners, and volunteers, and ensure compliance with legal and regulatory standards.

In this dynamic role, you’ll lead on all H&S and Safeguarding activities, support over 5,000 volunteers and 650 practitioners, and collaborate with Trustees and Directors to embed safety and well-being into everything we do. 

If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in a thriving, diverse charity, we’d love to hear from you!

As a Compliance Lead at NCT, you’ll have significant autonomy to shape and implement policies, manage budgets, and lead on critical operational decisions.

You will:

• Advise and guide on H&S and Safeguarding matters across the charity.
• Develop and implement robust policies, procedures, and systems.
• Lead NCT’s response to H&S incidents and Safeguarding concerns, escalating to external agencies as needed.
• Collaborate directly with the Chief Executive and present to the Board annually.

This is a high-impact role, ideal for someone ready to take ownership of vital processes in a diverse and supportive organisation. If you thrive on autonomy and leadership, we’d love to hear from you!

Please see the attached job description for further information.

We welcome and actively encourage applications from all candidates including those from under-represented groups within NCT such as individuals from Black, Asian or minority ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQI+ people and people with a disability.

The welfare and safety of individuals is at the heart of everything that we do. NCT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Closing date for applications: 22nd December 2024

Ovacome Support Services Officer, reporting to the Head of Support Services.

Pay scale: £25,500 – £33,000 per year (full time), pro-rata if part time

Hours: 21 hours (part time) to 35 hours (full time) per week, with flexibility around core operational hours.

Location: Home-based with an appropriate working space where confidentiality can be assured. Able to attend monthly meetings in London and travel for work.

Contract type: Permanent

We would be happy to consider applications from those with a caring or parenting role and to consider flexible or part-time working to accommodate the right candidate. Both external and internal supervision will be given to the successful candidate.  You will be given both internal and external training as well as internal supervision and external clinical supervision to support you professionally and to maintain a healthy work/life balance.

We are looking for someone who is passionate about supporting those affected by ovarian cancer through a people-centred approach. You must be experienced in providing support services, well-organised and approachable. You will be an important member of our staff team.

Role Description

You will work within the support team in providing the first point of contact for all support enquiries to Ovacome, via telephone, email, text, instant chat, Skype and social media channels.

You will provide information and support on a wide range of ovarian cancer issues, including broader issues around living with cancer, ensuring that all information is evidence based and up-to-date.

You will assist in the moderation of the My Ovacome support forum and provide information where required to members.

You will assist in keeping the Support Services information on the Ovacome website up-to-date.

You will keep full, accurate, contemporaneous records of all enquiries following Ovacome policies and procedures, including confidentiality and data protection. You will maintain and update records on the Ovacome database.

You will assist in the organisation and facilitation of Ovacome groups as required.

You will maintain knowledge of clinical and research developments in ovarian cancer through relevant journals, attending conferences and liaison with healthcare professionals.

You will assist with the production of reports as required.

You will participate in regional support events as required, liaising with local services prior to the event. 

You will contribute to the Ovacome magazine and our information resources as needed.

Public Affairs Officer (Wales) 

£31k, plus 8% pension contribution and home working allowance  

Full time, compressed hours available 

Home based, with frequent travel to Cardiff and the occasional travel within the UK 

Join our inclusive and passionate team as a Public Affairs Officer in Wales and play a pivotal role in shaping political debate towards ending cruelty inflicted on animals in the name of 'sport'. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with strong knowledge of Senedd processes and the Welsh legislative environment. 

As a Public Affairs Officer, you will be at the forefront of securing key campaign goals, including an end to the caged breeding of 'game' birds. Your role will involve monitoring and coordinating relevant Senedd activity, providing strategic advice on political lobbying, and representing the League's policies to the Welsh Government and related bodies. 

Your excellent stakeholder management skills will enable you to build and maintain influential relationships with politicians, their advisers, opinion formers, and policy makers, garnering support for our objectives and activities. Collaborating with internal teams, you will help deliver impactful campaigns that set the standard for improving animal welfare not only in Wales but across the UK.  

Who You Are:  

• Relevant experience in political communications, campaigns, public affairs, or similar 

• Strong knowledge of Senedd processes and the Welsh legislative environment 

• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills 

Why Join Us:  

We understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance, with 28 days of annual leave, plus public holidays we also enjoy flexible working arrangements, including options for compressed hours and remote work from day one. We offer a generous employer contribution of eight percent towards your pension scheme and additionally, our benefits package includes discounts on shopping, electronics, hospitality and leisure. Find out more about working at the League.  

The League Against Cruel Sports is committed to inclusivity and diversity, and we welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply. We believe that together, we can end animal cruelty in the name of sport. Join us in our purposeful mission to redefine what is acceptable and inspire positive change in animal welfare legislation. 

Ready to make a real difference? Don't wait - apply now! We're looking to fill this position quickly and will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis. To apply, please submit your CV along with a covering letter. Together, we can redefine what is acceptable and create a better world for animals.  

About Care4Calais and the Legal Access Department

Care4Calais is a volunteer-based charity providing essential aid and support for refugees in France and the UK. 

In northern France we operate year-round from Calais, working alongside communities in Calais and Dunkirk to provide warm clothing, bedding and service provision to displaced people who live in appalling and dangerous conditions. 

Across the UK we collect and distribute clothes, shoes, mobile phones and other essential items, as well as providing social support and interaction, including language lessons, sport and music workshops. We also help with vital access to medical and educational services. 

Our Legal Access Department is an access to justice project that exists to support people seeking asylum in the UK by facilitating access to legal representation and offering holistic support to people throughout the asylum process. The department, made up mostly of specially trained volunteers, works tirelessly to ensure that people feel informed, empowered, and far less isolated and alone. We conduct one-to-one, complex casework for people seeking asylum for a variety of matters, over the years we have supported thousands of people to secure legal representation. Our current casework channels include securing legal representation and support for people’s asylum claims, challenges to unsuitable accommodation and potential removal from the UK (for example under the previous Rwanda policy), and support of young people in their age dispute matters. Our teams work remotely across the UK. The Department seeks to adapt and amend our services based on the needs of the communities that we work with. 

About the role

The aim of the role is to support and inspire volunteer casework teams to undertake the individual one-to-one casework and support that lies at the heart of what the Legal Access Department does, furthering access to justice for people seeking asylum and refugees. The successful candidate will lead our Asylum Team of volunteer caseworkers to support individuals in their asylum claim, assisting with legal referrals and onward signposting where appropriate. They will work collaboratively with other Volunteer Team Leads and the Head of Department to respond with agility to a fast-moving policy environment.

Responsibilities

Volunteer Team Lead / Coordinator

• Lead existing team(s) of volunteers to undertake their specified casework roles as agreed with the Head of Department.

• Conduct quarterly 1:1s with volunteers to receive feedback, reaffirm commitments, and ensure volunteer wellbeing. Escalate any issues and/or concerns to the Head of Department where necessary.

• Motivate and engage volunteers, taking into account the remote nature of the roles, collaborating with other Volunteer Team Leads.

• Facilitate regular team meetings and/or virtual drop ins for volunteers to ensure continued engagement and space to raise issues or concerns.

• Support volunteer caseworkers undertaking their roles, providing advice on casework and stepping in to support clients where required.

• Oversee the appropriate collection and management of client information and data, ensuring that volunteers adhere to organisation policy at all times.

• Support volunteers to raise safeguarding / protection concerns through the appropriate channels. Escalate concerns where necessary. Support volunteer caseworkers through debriefs.

• Recruit, train and onboard new volunteers with the support of the Head of Department.

• Keep team procedure documentation up to date, implementing changes where required to keep pace with the ever-changing policy environment. Work with the Head of Department to proactively adapt the casework services provided to suit the needs of the communities we work with.

• Report on team progress to the Head of Department, CEO and senior leadership via pre-arranged channels and format.

• Work with the Head of Department to proactively identify systemic issues seen regionally and/or nationally and influence the direction of the Department. Contribute to evidence gathering and furthering any strategic litigation cases undertaken by the Department. 

• Develop and maintain a network of key contacts within relevant authorities, legal teams dealing with immigration and public law matters, and other NGOs focused on support of refugees and people seeking asylum.

• Attend and contribute meaningfully to team meetings.

• Attend relevant external meetings representing the organisation as needed, ensuring that knowledge and learning is shared across the department. 

Individual casework

• Manage own limited, complex caseload of adult asylum seekers requiring legal representation where required to support the volunteer casework team.

• Communicate effectively and sensitively with clients and refer to legal firms. 

• Identify clients’ individual wellbeing needs and make onward referrals in line with this. Provide emotional support to clients through the process of claiming asylum in the UK.

• Liaise with legal teams on behalf of clients where necessary.

• Keep relevant records up to date to allow for quick and effective retrieval.

Person specification

• In-depth understanding of the UK asylum system

• Dedication to social justice with a clear understanding of the challenges faced by vulnerable populations, or a willingness to learn about these

• Ability to work sensitively with a diverse range of people, demonstrating cultural competence, respect and compassion

• Able to build positive relationships with a range of stakeholders including those from displaced communities, legal teams, and other charities

• Clear leadership ability, with the capability to act with initiative and drive

• An understanding of the volunteer experience including potential challenges volunteers may face

• Self-motivated and used to managing multiple priorities to meet deadlines

• Collaborative team member with excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Strong digital literacy, including ability to work on Google Workspace and Office 365

• Resilience in the face of challenging and emotionally demanding situations, with a positive and solution-oriented mindset

Whilst not essential, we welcome applications from people with the following skills

• Proficiency in one or more of the languages spoken within asylum seeking communities, such as but not limited to: Arabic, Farsi, Pashto, Dari, Kurdish Sorani, Tigrinya or Amharic

• Experience leading and managing volunteer teams from varied backgrounds

Application process

Please apply via CharityJob and submit your CV and a letter of interest. In this, please outline your interest in the role and what skills and experience you have that meets the person specification. The recruitment process will include two interview stages. We will be reviewing applications as they arrive and reserve the right to close the posting before the closing date.

Care4Calais receives a very high volume of applications for roles we advertise and therefore we are unfortunately unable to reply or feedback to applicants who are not successful in securing an interview. We do however thank you for your interest and taking the time to apply for this role.

Care4Calais is dedicated to cultivating a diverse and inclusive work environment and recognises that this is invaluable to our ability to serve the communities we work with. We therefore welcome and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds including from Black, Asian and Minority-Ethnic communities, people from refugee and migrant backgrounds, and people with lived experience of the UK or EU immigration system. If you have first hand experience applying for asylum in any country, please let us know in your application. We do however respect that people’s identity is not defined by their past experiences and will not expect candidates to describe their lived experience at interview unless they wish to do so.

We also recognise that experience comes from more than just employment history and encourage anyone who meets most of the specification for this role to apply even where this experience comes from outside traditional employment structures. If you are interested in applying but do not have all the experience necessary, we encourage you to contact us at ukadmin [@] care4calais .org to set up an informal chat with our staff. We can discuss why you would like to apply for the role and what skills or experiences you have which could be relevant to the role.

If you have any questions about this or need additional support with the application process for any reason, please contact us at ukadmin [@] care4calais .org.

Team: Capital Estates & Facilities

Location: Remote

Work pattern: Mon-Fri, 7 hours per day

Salary: Up to £76,958 per year

Contract: Permanent

We are the UK’s largest cat welfare charity. All over the country, our passionate employees, volunteers and supporters are using their kindness and expertise to make life better for millions of cats and the people who care for them.

Will you join us and make life better for cats?

Responsibilities of our Associate Director of Capital, Estates and Facilities:

- Lead the development and implementation of a Trust Board-approved Estates Strategy to ensure optimal property management

- Deliver substantial cost savings through in-house and outsourced service strategies

- Oversee capital development, environmental sustainability initiatives, and compliance with health and safety standards

- Manage logistics, fleet, and supply chain, ensuring efficient and cost-effective services across the charity

- Provide strategic oversight of the legal function and maintain a high standard of governance and compliance. Provide leadership across the directorate and line management to the senior team

- Work in partnership with outsourced providers and monitor an internal auditing procedure to measure the performance

About the Capital Estates & Facilities team:

In this role, you will lead a dedicated team including:

- Head of Legal Operations, Head of Property & Construction, Resources Manager

- People: Direct reports – 4; total team size – 28

- Financial Accountability: Revenue budget of £7m annually; Capital Programme of approximately £30m (phased £10m per year over three years)

What we’re looking for in our Associate Director of Capital, Estates and Facilities:

- An experienced, qualified Estates & Facilities Management professional with:

- Proven experience at a senior management level in a large, complex organisation, demonstrating strategic and operational leadership

- Strong background in contract negotiation, estates management, and compliance in facilities

- Knowledge of large service contracts, experience of successful contract negotiation and long-term contract management

- Specialist knowledge regarding compliance issues in estates, fleet and facilities

- Experience in capital planning and development with an ability to lead significant change management projects

- Expertise in environmental management, health and safety, and budget oversight.

- First degree or equivalent professional award in appropriate Estates and Facilities Management

You will also demonstrate:

- Leadership qualities with the ability to influence and inspire a diverse team

- Strong analytical skills and project management expertise

- Excellent communication and negotiation skills, fostering positive relationships

- Ability to challenge, confront and turn around any adverse performance

- Confidence to advise Senior Leadership Team and Board of Trustees

- Full UK driving license

What we can offer you:

- range of health benefits

- 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service

- Salary Finance, which empowers you to take control of your financial wellbeing

- and much more

Application closing date: 5th December 2024

Virtual interview date: w/c 16th December 2024

Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. Please note, applications received after the closing date may not be responded to.

If successful, your recruitment journey will include:

1. Anonymised application form

2. Video screening

3. Virtual interview

4. Final interview

Please note, the process may change slightly dependent on application numbers. We will inform you of any relevant changes.

Please email us if you require any adjustments to be made for you to complete your application or to participate in the recruitment journey.

Location: North West - Home based covering with regular travel to: Cumbria, Lancashire, West Yorkshire, South Yorkshire, Merseyside, Cheshire
Job Type: Full time
Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract
Salary: £33,088 per year plus £2,500 car allowance

Do you love building relationships and meeting new people? Are you energetic, positive and organised – with a passion for fundraising and community engagement?

This is an exciting opportunity to make a difference by playing a vital role in our work across the North West. This role will be responsible for engaging volunteers and working with partners across the area to raise funds and awareness for RABI.

You will work with our committees to develop their events and embed good practice – as well as identify and test new initiatives to reach and involve new audiences.

To be the RABI lead for volunteering and community engagement across the region to include the researching, developing and supporting local community fundraising across the region. Working closely with volunteers, county committees and local partners – developing, delivering and evaluating new initiatives to reach new audiences, grow support for RABI and make a difference for the farming community.

Key Responsibilities:

- To increase awareness of the charity within the farming/rural community to enable RABI to reach more people in need of support
- To proactively network and build and maintain strong relationships with a range of local stakeholders such as (corporates) companies, agricultural suppliers, auction marts, colleges and community groups – through presentations, attendance at local events / shows etc.
- To work with other RABI departments to improve relationships with supporters – identifying those with national importance and capturing information / data in CRM
- To develop and embed community fundraising good practice through RABI led events and other local activity
- To encourage, motivate and support existing voluntary county committee and recruit new members where necessary.
- To participate and actively contribute to the development of volunteering across RABI including the introduction of new systems to support volunteering and local engagement.

Role specific responsibilities:

- To maintain on-going relationships with corporate organisations in the farming industry, and beyond, and identify/establish new opportunities.
- To proactively identify and pursue other community engagement opportunities in the region.
- To work in conjunction with other agencies and farming related organisations to raise awareness of the work of RABI among both our supporter audiences and those who may need assistance.
- To support volunteer county committee by enabling them to manage and develop their own fundraising activities, to ensure support regarding compliance and guidance is given as needed.
- Managing and leading volunteers in the region, following compliance and good practice to ensure volunteers are safe, supported, aware of RABI’s values and culture and are happy and motivated.
- Identify training and support for volunteers appropriate to their roles in wider community engagement, awareness raising and community fundraising. Gathering local intelligence within the region regarding opportunities for volunteers and potential fundraising and networking.
- To support and encourage county committee in their fundraising activities, attend any relevant occasional committee meetings, recruit new members where necessary, confirm membership and appointments, and make any required changes to the CRM system.
- To attend appropriate regional/national shows and events- supporting the organisation to have a wide professional presence at a variety of shows, supporting volunteers to attend shows and events as required.
- In conjunction with the National Volunteering Manager and Head of Volunteering, represent RABI at relevant networking events to ensure that charity's voice is heard and visible.
- In conjunction with the National Volunteering Manager and volunteer coordination team (central office) work with the communication team to ensure communications and information is cascaded and feedback is shared widely within the organisation. To help review any communications and make suggestions to improve the flow of information to volunteers.
- To provide appropriate news stories to the communications team., through the appropriate medium.
- To contribute to and manage the region’s dedicated social media pages and support regional communications in the region, sharing national posts as appropriate
- As appropriate, work with the fundraising/finance team to encourage individuals/committees/partners to sell RABI trading goods, monitor stock levels and produce basic sales reports.
- Provide monthly expenses and lieu time information as required.
- Attend 1:1 meeting with the National Volunteering Manager (Line manager).
- Attend team meetings with the wider team and contribute to the delivery of ideas within the team.
- To attend volunteering department meetings, away days and training at central office or other locations, including RABI’s annual staff conference, volunteering conference and national volunteer roadshows.
- Promote and engage with any new RABI promotional campaigns as appropriate.
- Work with the regional service delivery teams in region and nationally.

Person Specification:

Essential

- Demonstrate relevant experience and proven track record within volunteering and community engagement / fundraising.
- Clear succinct written communication style for social media
- Excellent face-to-face interpersonal skills including a clear and confident presentation style.
- Strong time management and highly developed organisational skills.
- IT literate - good working knowledge of email systems, Word and Excel.
- Managing or working with volunteers and / or local communities.
- Managing projects and / or events.
- Confident public speaking.
- Working in a sometimes-pressurised environment, responding rapidly to changing needs.
- Living and/or working among or knowledge of the farming community.
- Dealing with press / media enquiries and use of social media.
- An empathy and understanding of UK agricultural methods/people and issues facing the industry.
- Understanding of volunteer motivations.
- Understanding of the importance of customer and volunteer care.
- A self-starter, using own initiative to make decisions on a regular basis.
- Working co-operatively with others across the organisation and externally – sometimes requiring tact and diplomacy.
- Working flexibly: it is necessary to work unsocial hours to fulfil this role e.g., attend weekend shows, evening meetings and events.
- Resourceful, common sense, negotiating with external parties to reduce or eliminate fees; borrow display materials; obtain raffle prizes/auction lots free of charge etc.

Desirable

- Well-developed numeracy skills at a level that enables the post-holder to produce reports, assess return on investment etc.
- Negotiation skills.
- Knowledge of CRM and event management systems.
- Dealing with people at all levels in a small or medium-sized organisation.
- Working within a team where some or all members are remote.
- Ability to take part in TV or radio interviews with strict supervision from the communications team.
- Being responsible for preparation or use of personal data and other confidential information including its retention and safe custody.
- Understanding of marketing and/or fundraising principles including legal compliance and Data Protection.
- Media training.
- Thinking conceptually and creatively to develop appropriate solutions.
- Logical and rational thinker.
- Solving problems that can arise irregularly or unexpectedly for which solutions have sometimes not been established by precedent.

Other

- Storage facilities for show and publicity equipment.
- Full UK Driving License (essential car user allowance payable).

This role profile is not exhaustive and is subject to review in conjunction with the post holder according to future developments at RABI.

RABI is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and aims to ensure that all employment practices secure equality of opportunity and that no prospective or current employee receives less than favourable treatment at RABI as a result of their sex, sexual orientation, age, race, religion, belief, ethnic origin, disability, marital, or for any other reason which cannot be shown to be justifiable. Our recruitment process strives to ensure that individuals are selected only based on their relevant skills, experience, qualifications and abilities.

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This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing and friendly team in a dynamic regional charity.

The Charity has consistently punched above its weight, achieving an impact beyond its size.  Since 2000, we have invested over £45m in vital research activities in the region’s top hospitals and universities, constantly pushing the boundaries forward in the fight against cancer.  We have also launched influential, region-wide initiatives, including award-winning public health campaigns, a leading-edge annual Regional Report on cancer and creating the innovative Lab-Coat Learning education programme for the region’s schools as well as launching a retail chain.

We are driven by the difference we are making in the fight against cancer.  If this is a fight which excites and inspires you, then step forward: we’d love to hear from you.

Are you driven by the opportunity to support fundraising efforts that make a real impact?

We are seeking a Relationship Fundraiser: Lancashire and South & West Yorkshire to join our team and support individuals, local businesses, and community groups in raising vital funds. This is a home-based role with regional travel requirements across Lancashire, Greater Manchester, West Yorkshire & South Yorkshire. This role offers the opportunity to deliver impactful results while supporting a valued cause.

About Us:

Our vision is a world free from MND. Our mission is to improve care and support for people with MND, their families and carers. We fund and promote research that leads to new understanding and treatments and brings us closer to a cure for MND. The Association also campaigns and raises awareness so the needs of people with MND, and everyone who cares for them, are recognised, and addressed by wider society.

We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusivity. We work to remove barriers for everyone affected by MND, employees, volunteers, and stakeholders.

As part of the Disability Confident Scheme, we guarantee interviews for disabled applicants who meet the role's requirements.

What We Offer:

• 28 days holiday, increasing to 33 days after 5 years, plus Bank Holidays.
• Access to UK Healthcare, including dental, eyecare, health screenings, and therapies.
• 24/7 GP access via phone and video.
• Life assurance and confidential counselling helplines.
• Salary sacrifice schemes (Cycle to Work, Buy/Sell Annual Leave).
• Access to Benefit Hub for discounts on everyday shopping.
• Enhanced pension scheme.
• Opportunities for training and personal development.
• Hybrid working.

Key Responsibilities:

In this role, you will focus on providing advice, guidance and stewardship to individuals, creating strong relationships and delivering exceptional support to maximise fundraising efforts.

• Develop, manage and deliver community and corporate fundraising events in your region, ensuring positive experiences and maximising income.
• Provide tailored support and guidance to voluntary fundraisers and corporate partners through various communication methods, including face-to-face meetings, phone calls, and email.
• Collaborate with local branches and groups to enhance their income through events, local trusts, and partnerships with businesses.
• Maintain accurate records in the CRM system to enable effective relationship management and ensure smooth processes.
• Attend events and functions, deliver presentations, and represent the organisation in local media interviews.
• Ensure all fundraising activities comply with legal guidelines, best practices, and organisational policies.
• Work closely with your Regional Delivery Team to meet broader strategic objectives.
• Monitor and manage fundraising timelines to ensure funds are processed promptly and accurately.

About You:

You'll bring a positive attitude and experience in fundraising or relationship management to this rewarding role.

• Proven experience in community fundraising or relationship management.
• Skilled in coaching and motivating others to achieve their goals.
• Knowledge of CRM databases and an understanding of GDPR regulations.
• Ability to adapt your communication style to create engaging and personalised experiences.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and inspire fundraisers.
• High level of attention to detail in managing events, communication, and reporting.
• Resilient, flexible, and capable of handling changes and challenges effectively.
• Willingness to work unsocial hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Full, clean driving licence required.

If you're ready to make a difference by supporting others in their fundraising journey, we'd love to hear from you!

The full job description is available in the candidate pack.

Salary: £35,655 per annum plus lease car

Hours: 37 hours per week

Location: Home-based with travel requirements across Lancashire, Greater Manchester, West Yorkshire & South Yorkshire

Contract: Permanent

We are open to part-time applications or job shares - please indicate your preferred working arrangement in your application.

How to apply:

Please submit a CV and supporting statement. Your supporting statement should be no longer than one side of A4 and demonstrate how you meet the following areas of the role.

• Experience in Community Fundraising or Relationship Management.

• Experience of coaching and motivating people.

• CRM database experience and knowledge of GDPR.

Important Information:

• We may close applications early if we receive a high volume, so early submissions are encouraged.
• If you require sponsorship for this role, please clearly indicate this in your application.
• Depending on the role, a DBS check may be required.
• If you need reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please contact us for support.
• We are happy to consider alternative application formats for those who find the online form challenging.

About Us: The Woodland Trust is the UK's leading woodland conservation charity and is dedicated to creating a world where trees and woods thrive for both people and nature. Our mission involves engaging and inspiring individuals to contribute toward tackling the nature and climate crisis through the protection, restoration, and creation of essential woodland habitats.

The Role: 

• We're looking for a Lead Government Affairs Officer to help maximise the Trust’s influence at a UK Government level particularly in Westminster- ensuring that political decision makers and opinion formers act upon the enormous potential of woods and trees to deliver meaningful outcomes for nature and people.
• Your role is to influence government policy and legislation to reflect the Trust's priorities and objectives.
• This role sits within the External Affairs team working closely with colleagues across the three countries to generate plans and priorities.
• You will be responsible for developing strong working relationships both internally and externally.
• Working in collaboration with other organisations and internal stakeholders across the Trust, such as Regional Directors, is a key part of the role in maximising advocacy agenda and effectiveness.
• This role requires regular travel to meetings and events in London, with occasional travel to our head office in Grantham, site visits and events UK wide.

The Candidate: 

• Experience in government/ external affairs roles ideally within the environment/rural affairs/charity sector or similar relevant sector.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to identify influencing opportunities by mobilising and working effectively in partnership with other organisations.
• Skilled in developing political strategies and influencing tactics as a part of broader advocacy and influencing plan whilst able to take on board expert advice from ecologists and policy leads.
• Require a strong understanding of political processes especially in regard to Westminster and Whitehall.
• Experience in producing high quality and timely briefings at pace for both senior staff and external audiences.
• Ability to perform to a high standard and deal with a constantly changing external environment, managing risks.
• Competent in identifying and capitalising on opportunities in line with the Trust’s cause.
• A creative thinker with experience in using digital communication channels to work at a pace to find innovative and effective ways to secure influence.
• Experience in line management, able to effectively manage direct reports whilst outlining key priorities and performance management.
• Educated to a degree level or above in a relevant subject or poses substantial experience in lieu of a degree.
• Ability to undertake travel across a wide area, sometimes to remote locations with overnight stays and frequent travel to London.

Benefits & Wellbeing: Joining our team means you'll be a big part of tackling environmental and climate issues. We take good care of our staff, offering support and training opportunities. We also offer:

• Enhanced Employer Pension
• Life Assurance
• Flexible & Hybrid Working Options
• Generous Annual Leave
• Enhanced Parental Pay
• Employee Assistance Programme

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: The Woodland Trust embraces diversity and inclusion. We want our team to reflect the UK's diverse community. We support people from all backgrounds to apply, especially those who are under-represented.

Application Advice: Even if you don't meet every requirement of the role, we would encourage you to apply. Your enthusiasm for the environment and our core values—Grow Together, Explore, Focus and Make it Count—are what matter most. We also keep our candidates’ personal details hidden from the hiring managers, so they do not see your CV until shortlisting is completed. Make sure that you answer the application questions to show your experience and passion for the role.

Apply Now: If you're ready to make a difference and grow with us, send in your application today. We might close the job opening early if we get a lot of applications, so it's a good idea to apply soon. We look forward to hearing from you and working together to make a positive impact on our planet.

Associate Director of Capital, Estates, Facilities 

We are the UK’s largest cat welfare charity. All over the country, our passionate employees, volunteers and supporters are using their kindness and expertise to make life better for millions of cats and the people who care for them.

Will you join us and make life better for cats?

Responsibilities of an Associate Director of Capital, Estates and Facilities:

• Lead the development and implementation of a Trust Board-approved Estates Strategy to ensure optimal property management

• Deliver substantial cost savings through in-house and outsourced service strategies

• Oversee capital development, environmental sustainability initiatives, and compliance with health and safety standards

• Manage logistics, fleet, and supply chain, ensuring efficient and cost-effective services across the charity

• Provide strategic oversight of the legal function and maintain a high standard of governance and compliance. Provide leadership across the directorate and line management to the senior team

• Work in partnership with outsourced providers and monitor an internal auditing procedure to measure the performance

About the Capital Estates & Facilities team:

In this role, you will lead a dedicated team including:

• Head of Legal Operations, Head of Property & Construction, Resources Manager

• People: Direct reports – 4; total team size – 28

• Financial Accountability: Revenue budget of £7m annually; Capital Programme of approximately £30m (phased £10m per year over three years)

What we’re looking for in an Associate Director of Capital, Estates and Facilities:

• An experienced, qualified Estates & Facilities Management professional with:

• Proven experience at a senior management level in a large, complex organisation, demonstrating strategic and operational leadership

• Strong background in contract negotiation, estates management, and compliance in facilities

• Knowledge of large service contracts, experience of successful contract negotiation and long-term contract management

• Specialist knowledge regarding compliance issues in estates, fleet and facilities

• Experience in capital planning and development with an ability to lead significant change management projects

• Expertise in environmental management, health and safety, and budget oversight.

• First degree or equivalent professional award in appropriate Estates and Facilities Management

You will also demonstrate:

• Leadership qualities with the ability to influence and inspire a diverse team

• Strong analytical skills and project management expertise

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, fostering positive relationships

• Ability to challenge, confront and turn around any adverse performance

• Confidence to advise Senior Leadership Team and Board of Trustees

• Full UK driving license

What we can offer you:

• range of health benefits

• 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service

• Salary Finance, which empowers you to take control of your financial wellbeing

• and much more 

Interested? Here’s how to apply:

Application closing date: 5th December 2024

Virtual interview date: W/C 16th December 2024

Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. Please note, applications received after the closing date may not be responded to.

If successful, your recruitment journey will include:

1.Anonymised application form

2.Virtual interview via Microsoft Teams

Please note, the process may change slightly dependent on application numbers. We will inform you of any relevant changes.

We operate a bias-free application process in our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion. To assess your application quickly, fairly and objectively, please fully complete the qualifications and work history sections of our online application form.

Redacted CVs may be accepted by exception.

We believe being an inclusive, diverse organisation - where we welcome diversity of thought, value individuals' experience and can reach and partner all areas of society - is crucial if we're to help more cats. Our ambition is to work together to promote a more inclusive environment, which attracts all candidates and signals our commitment to celebrate and promote diversity.

The charity is committed to safeguarding children and adults at risk and protecting anyone that comes into contact with us from harm. We expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. You may be subject to a criminal record check if required for the role.

If you’re enthusiastic about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway and demonstrate how your experience is transferrable.  You may be just the right candidate.