Head Of Service Jobs
Job Title: Senior Project Officer
Directorate: Strategy and Knowledge
Team: Development and Implementation Team (Specifically Talk Relationships)
Contract: Permanent
Location: Home/Remote or based in any NSPCC office.
Date Written/ Amended: July 24
Context and Background
The NSPCC’s purpose is to prevent child abuse and neglect of children across the UK and Channel Islands. We have been fighting for childhood for the last 130 years and our organisational strategy for 2021-2031 is enabling the NSPCC to achieve greater change for children and inspiring others to join us in the fight for childhood.
Our services help children who’ve been abused, protect children at risk and find the best ways to prevent child abuse from ever happening. We work directly with children and families through our national and regional hubs across the UK and Channel Islands. We also give support to thousands of adults and young people in need through the NSPCC Helpline and Childline. We work with schools up and down the country through our Speak Out Stay Safe programme, helping children to keep themselves safe. And our projects such as Together for Childhood help children who’ve experienced abuse, support parents, and work to transform the way communities come together to prevent child cruelty.
Our local services support children and families throughout the UK and Channel Islands. We provide therapeutic services to help children move on from abuse, as well as supporting parents and families in caring for their children. We help professionals make the best decisions for children and young people, and support communities to help prevent abuse from happening in the first place
Job purpose
Responsible for supporting the development and delivery of the NSPCC’s sex and relationships education service ‘Talk Relationships’, in line with our strategy, to time and in budget.
Key relationships - Internal
· Reports to Associate Head of Development for Child Sexual Abuse (this will change to the Project Development Manager for Talk Relationships in 2025)
· Colleagues in Development and Implementation Team
· Colleagues in other teams and directorates, including Participation, Policy and Public Affairs, Childline, Communications, Direct Services – in particular the schools service, Local Campaigns, and Income Generation.
Key relationships - External
· Other third sector organisations working in child protection, safeguarding, participation and online safety.
· Schools and education organisations. Professional bodies including education, social care and law enforcement.
Main duties and responsibilities
Project delivery
· Provide day to day support to the Project Development Manager to ensure the project plan is kept up to date, all workstreams have leads and tasks are on track
· Undertake tasks on workstreams as needed, this could include creation of content, contribution to service design and leading time limited projects
· Coordinate and attend internal and external meetings with a range of stakeholders, undertake tasks as appropriate to support the project
· Be able to work to tight deadlines and on multiple workstreams at the same time
Governance
· Support the creation of regular project reports and project board papers
· Ensure that project paperwork is up to date and that actions are undertaken
Quality
· Support the piloting and testing of services and approaches along with colleagues from research and evidence team
· Provide support to colleagues from the schools service and external partners in piloting but also in rolling out the Talk Relationships programme
· Support the RASCI quality assurance process
Relationships
· Manage a range of internal and external relationships with colleagues in other directorates and subject matter experts
· Manage activities with internal and external stakeholders such as holding events, briefings, focus groups and training
Responsibilities for all Staff within the Strategy and Knowledge Directorate
· Commitment to the NSPCC’s vision and purpose
· Commitment to high standards of service delivery and customer care
· Carry out the responsibilities of the post in a manner consistent with promoting equalities and diversity, and which demonstrates respect for children’s rights
· Maintain an awareness of own and others’ Health and Safety and comply with the NSPCC’s Health and Safety policy and procedures
· Willingness to work flexibly in approach to work and/or work time requirements
· Commit to personal development around working requirements which will include attending training courses
· Commit to apply NSPCC’s values and behaviours to all aspects of work
• A commitment to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people
Person specification
1. Knowledge relevant to NSPCC strategic objectives, specifically the education sector, relationships and sex education
2. Experience of leading or significant contribution to the development of services, approaches or interventions
3. Evidence of use of project management skills and approaches
4. Confidence in engaging a range of professionals and stakeholders in a range of contexts
5. Demonstrate a strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection principles and able to work to existing policies and procedures.
6. Highly organised individual, able to plan, monitor and implement projects/initiatives to agreed deadlines often with conflicting priorities.
7. Proven ability to work with autonomy and able to think logically and clearly to solve problems when they arise, working under pressure where required, whilst still retaining strong attention to detail.
8. Strong interpersonal skills, with experience of working collaboratively within a busy team which has to deliver their work to clear time and quality standards.
9. Able to demonstrate the use of integrity and judgment to manage confidential information.
This role is homebased/flexible but does require some travel within the UK..
Safer Recruitment
As an organisation, we are committed to creating and fostering a culture that promotes safeguarding and the welfare of all children and adults at risk.
Our safer recruitment practices support this by ensuring that there is a consistent and thorough process of obtaining, collating, analysing and evaluating information from and about candidates to ensure that all persons appointed are suitable to work with our children and adults.
The recruitment and selection of our people will be conducted in a professional, timely and responsive manner and in compliance with current employment legislation, and relevant safeguarding legislation and statutory guidance.
Our principles:
• Always seek to recruit the best candidate for the role based on merit including their skills, experience, motivation and competencies. Our robust recruitment and selection process should ensure the identification of the person best suited to the role and the organisation.
• Committed to diversity and equality of opportunity and will interview all applicants (internal and external) who self-declare at application as having a disability and who meet the minimum requirements in the person specification of the vacancy they are applying for.
• We will make reasonable adjustments at all stages of the recruitment process in order to enable successful candidates who declare disabilities to start working or volunteering their time with us.
• Any current member of staff or volunteer who wishes to apply for vacancies and is suitably qualified will be considered and addressed fairly and objectively based on their merit.
• As an organisation committed to safeguarding, we will ensure all under 18’s joining the organisation will have ongoing risk assessments to ensure their role and activities are safe and appropriate.
• All documentation relating to candidates will be treated confidentially in accordance with the GDPR legislation.
StreetGames is an innovative UK charity committed to transforming the lives of children and young people from low-income, underserved communities through the power of sport and physical activity.
They are seeking a Director of Finance and Resources to drive their strategic financial management, HR, IT, and governance functions. The postholder will be responsible for ensuring probity and due care and attention in the day-to-day and strategic management of StreetGames' finances. They will line manage a team of staff providing Finance, Business and IT Support to the organisation and will influence the work of other teams and budget holders in relation to financial planning, management and monitoring.
- £70,000 - £80,000 yearly
- Hybrid Role - minimum of two days per week in the Manchester office
- Directly influence the strategic direction of a StreetGames
The Role:
As the Director of Finance and Resources, you will:
- Provide strategic direction for the finance function, ensuring compliance with legislation and industry best practices.
- Oversee the management, monitoring, and reporting of diverse income streams.
- Collaborate with the Executive Team to develop and direct financial strategies and set income and fundraising targets.
- Lead the development and execution of the annual financial planning process and cash management strategies
- Act as the primary officer for the Finance and Resources Committee, ensuring effective oversight.
- Provide strategic financial input for bids and contract negotiations.
- Ensure appropriate and proportionate internal governance standards.
- Administer Board, Finance, Audit, and Fundraising meetings, ensuring timely and accurate information and record-keeping.
- Oversee Board recruitment and induction processes to enable Trustees to provide strategic leadership.
- Ensure compliance with governance expectations of external funders (e.g., Sport England, Sport Wales, Welsh Government, Ofsted, ESFA).
- Manage StreetGames resources to support efficient and effective service delivery.
- Ensure compliance with legal obligations related to HR, Health & Safety, IT security, data management, and insurance.
- Oversee the human resources function, including maintaining an up-to-date Employee Handbook, developing and implementing HR policies, recruitment, and employment contract management.
- Effectively manage team members, ensuring completion of appraisals, regular performance management, and professional development support.
The Candidate:
StreetGames are looking for a Director of Finance and Resources who:
- Is CCAB, ACCA, ACA or CIMA qualified with senior-level financial management background.
- Has extensive background working in financial accounting and management within a charity.
- Is knowledgeable about SORPS and relevant charity legislation.
- Possesses excellent analytical and interpretive abilities.
- Has a background working in developing and monitoring financial strategies.
- Is skilled in preparing grant funding bids and managing payroll functions.
- Has exceptional project management, organisational, and IT skills.
- Can develop positive relationships with stakeholders and manage a varied workload.
The Package:
- Hybrid working
- Great work-life balance
- Access to free counselling and support services
- Enhanced family friendly benefits
- Company socials
- Eye care allowance
- Cycle scheme
- Pension scheme of up to 8% employer contributions
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- 2 Volunteering days per year
The Director of Finance and Resources will receive an annual salary of £70,000 - £80,000. This role includes comprehensive benefits such as pension contributions, holiday entitlement, and opportunities for professional development. You will play a crucial role in shaping the financial and operational success of StreetGames.
StreetGames mission is to provide sporting opportunities to disadvantaged communities, ensuring that everyone has the chance to enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle. They are a passionate team committed to making a difference.
If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for finance and a commitment to making a positive impact, we would love to hear from you.
To apply for this role, you will need to first register your interest by submitting your CV. Your CV will only be used for information purposes and will not be relevant in the application process. You will then be emailed a response containing a link needed to answer some work-related questions. Our goal is to assess your approach to a problem and better understand what knowledge and skills you have. Your answers will be anonymised, randomised and reviewed by a diverse panel.
We also think giving feedback is incredibly valuable for candidates, so at the end of the process, you'll see how well you performed during the application process.
The closing date for applications is Friday 13th September at midday, and the deadline for submission of the work-related questions is Sunday 15th September at midnight.
If you have any accessibility requirements or would like to understand our process further, please contact
Similar roles include Finance Director, Chief Financial Officer, Head of Finance, Financial Controller, or Finance Manager.
Contract Type: Full-time, permanent, 35 hours per week
Location: Hybrid (2-3 days per week in the London office)
Reports to: Director of Advocacy and Communications
Salary and Benefits: £40-60k depending on experience, plus a discretionary annual bonus, 35 days leave per annum (inclusive of bank holidays) and a 6% employer pension contribution.
Career Progression: We want our people to flourish and grow whilst working for us, helping to contribute towards Future Advocacy’s continued success and impact. This is why we place a big emphasis on learning and development. There are potential future pathways for the right candidate to progress quickly into a “Head of” role and beyond.
Why join us?
Future Advocacy is a global agency, based in London and Brussels, that puts cutting-edge advocacy, campaigning and communications tools into the hands of individuals and organisations working to create a better future.
We are highly skilled at:
- Designing winning advocacy strategies and delivering impactful global government relations work
- Mobilising targeted and powerful campaigns for change
- Research, analysis, policy development and report writing
- Communications strategies and social media management
- Training in all aspects of strategy, lobbying, campaigning, and media work
We are proud to work for some fantastic clients seeking to make the world a better place. Current and previous clients include the Jamie Oliver Group; Movember; the Elton John AIDS Foundation; WaterAid; the Brave Movement; the Global Partnership for Sustainable Development Data; Bite Back 2030; World Food Programme; Islamic Relief; and Sarah Brown’s TheirWorld charity.
Future Advocacy also produces high quality research on a range of policy issues. Our work has received significant media coverage and political traction. Our research clients include the NHS, Wellcome Trust, World Wide Web Foundation, Open Data Institute, and the Pathways for Prosperity Commission which was co-chaired by Melinda Gates.
Our Founder/CEO previously was Director of the ONE campaign across Europe for seven years, responsible for all ONE’s policy, campaigns, digital, media, and advocacy work. He was a key architect of the Make Poverty History Campaign; Movement Director for the anti-slavery organisation Walk Free; and an Executive Director of the UK Labour Party.
The Role
Future Advocacy is seeking a Senior Consultant in Advocacy, Campaigns, Communications and Research. This is a great opportunity to be thrown in at the deep end in a small, dynamic organisation that places a strong focus on team and personal development. The successful candidate will be a versatile and talented professional, eager to lead and contribute to meaningful advocacy initiatives with our brilliant clients. They will work closely with the CEO and other senior leaders, becoming an integral part of our energetic and dedicated team.
Responsibilities will include:
- Leading and contributing to client projects
- Designing UK and global advocacy strategies
- Developing and executing UK and global government relations strategies
- Developing and delivering creative campaigns
- Crafting and implementing communications strategies
- Conducting research on key issues related to consultancy projects
- Policy development and writing
- Contributing to business development, including writing proposals and budgets for new projects
- Contributing to modelling and strengthening our culture
- Undertaking additional tasks as needed
We would love to hear from you if you meet the criteria below:
- At least 5 - 10 years of proven success in at least two of the following:
- Designing and executing impactful government relations strategies
- Designing and executing creative campaigns
- Designing and executing communication and media strategies
- Designing and delivering research and policy development projects
- Exceptional writing and verbal communication skills in English at a native level or equivalent
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
- Enthusiasm, flexibility, and ability to manage competing priorities
- Strong capability to represent the organisation to high-level individuals and clients
- Precision in delivering high quality work in a fast-paced yet supportive environment
- Experience in effectively managing projects
- Undergraduate degree or equivalent
Nice to Have:
- Experience in, and enthusiasm for, using AI tools ethically for advocacy, campaigns, communications and research
Our Culture
Our culture and values are very important to us, allowing us to thrive in a fast changing world. The key values that drive us at Future Advocacy are:
- Always Learning: We constantly strive to improve the work we do, as a team and as individuals.
- Impactful: We define success in terms of the impact our work has on making the world more equal, sustainable and more prosperous.
- Supportive: We are open, responsive, positive and supportive to each other and to others.
Application and Timeline
Please with your CV and cover letter of no more than 500 words by Monday 30th September at 11pm.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to complete a short online assessment, and if successful, first round interviews will be held online in mid October.
If we’re both excited to proceed, second interviews will be held in person, where we will ask you to complete a written task.
Future Advocacy is committed to equal opportunities. We welcome applications from individuals regardless of their race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, age, gender, or disability. We particularly encourage applications from members of groups that are currently under-represented in our organisation, including Black, Asian and minority ethnic people.
We are happy to discuss flexible working and other adjustments on a case by case basis.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Join our dynamic team at Rosa, a values-driven organisation committed to gender equality, anti-racism and diversity. Rosa is the only UK-wide funder of the women and girls sector. Our vision is of a society in which women and girls are safe, healthy and equal.
We are seeking an experienced high-value fundraiser with excellent relationship management skills, to engage and attract new donors and strategic partners. This is a unique role for someone with the agility and resourcefulness to engage and manage a mixed portfolio of supporters. You will drive growth by building a community of donors connected in their ambition to improve the lives of women and girls in the UK.
The role is being offered as a full time or part time (min 60%) hybrid role with a minimum of 2 days per month in the office. We are open to discussing other flexible working options during interview.
For more information about Rosa, the Philanthropy & Partnerships Manager role and how to apply, please read our recruitment pack.
Applications will be accepted until the 13th September 2024.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This exciting role sits in our Campaigns, Impact & Partnerships team, who are one of NHYC’s main drivers of systems change and partnerships. Our Data and Impact Manager works dynamically across the organisation to support frontline teams in recording and sharing the impact of our work. We’re looking for someone curious, patient and with a strong eye for detail. This role oversees our data and outcomes tools, making sure we’re accurately recording and evidencing the change we create. The role holder will work across an array of digital tools to provide data and narrative about our work for our teams, funders and the wider public.
It's an exciting opportunity to join the team as we take on another expansion and a new range of partnerships, this role is perfect for someone looking to take a step up in project and data management, training & information sharing. They’ll also have the opportunity to lead on landmark pieces of work, experience our frontline offer and stretch themselves by informing the development of our next organisational strategy. They’ll sit within a supportive and talented team who also work across our campaigns, impact and partnerships work but will have autonomy and independence over their role and objectives.
- Salary£37,024-£41,600
- Deadline: 9am Monday 16 September
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job Title: Partnership Events Lead
Reports to: Partnerships Manager
Location: Quantum House, 22 – 24 Red Lion Court, Fleet Street, London, EC4A 3EB The role is open to hybrid working but the candidate would be expected to be in the office one day per week
Purpose: This is a fantastic opportunity to lead on the delivery of interactive activities with volunteers from the world of work aimed at schools and young people for key funded partners. Alongside event facilitation, the role manages and coordinates delivery of activities to meet agreed KPIs, leading on planning, scheduling and delivering various showcase virtual and face-to-face events and activities.
Remuneration: £27 - £30k per annum depending on experience
Additional Terms: 30 days paid holiday, exclusive of Statutory Holiday plus competitive pension scheme and a volunteering allowance of up to 5 days . Additional family friendly benefits including enhancements to Statutory Payments.
Appointment Terms: Permanent and full time.
Job purpose
Working closely with the Partnership Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for leading on the delivery of interactive activities aimed at schools and young people under key funded projects for the charity’s Inspiring the Future and Primary Futures programmes. These programmes leverage technology to raise the aspirations and broaden the horizons of children and young people by connecting them to a huge range of volunteers from the world of work via career related learning activities.
The Partnerships team are responsible for relationship management of the key corporate and charity partners for the charity’s Inspiring the Future and Primary Futures programmes. Partners cover a range of sectors and employment areas and our employer partnerships provide partners employees with the opportunity to engage with schools, and reach many children and young people across the UK, both virtually and in-person.
The Partnership Events Lead will be able to manage and coordinate delivery of activities to meet agreed KPIs, leading on planning, scheduling and delivering various showcase virtual and face-to-face events and activities ensuring engagement from schools, employers and volunteers.
Overseeing event delivery – both physical and virtual, this role will have end to end accountability for event management, from coordinating with the schools and volunteers, event briefings, to planning and delivering the event – speaker selection and liaison, school registrations, co-ordinating event logistics and venue management, on-site and virtual delivery, post event feedback and communications etc.
This role will work on partnerships including but are not limited to the Department for Transport’s Inspiring Aviation Campaign, Maritime UK Ambassadors, NHS Ambassadors and events associated with employer partnerships such as Bank of America, Tritax Big Box, Queen Elizabeth Scholarship Trust and others.
Exact brief to be finalised with the successful candidate but the role will be expected to:
- Work closely with the Partnership Manager role to lead on planning and delivery of any funded projects and activities
- Work to engage employers and volunteers through special activities on funded projects
- Track and report back to Partnership Manager on delivery against agreed targets
- Host and support delivery of CPD sessions, webinars and occasional face to face meetings with stakeholders and schools directly to help them with engaging with these projects and delivering presentations at group meetings and conferences.
- Support development of resources, guidance and tools for employers, volunteers and schools in effectively engaging with projects and programmes
- Responsible for on-site and virtual logistical arrangements as well as audio/visual requirements
- Responsible for general communication with volunteers and schools about the events
- Collect feedback and data after each event to measure its impact, and use this information to complete an event summary report for partners to gain insights for future events.
- Attend and host occasional events to support the running of special events and to undertake brand ambassadorial activities events
- Use Salesforce CRM to manage relationships with volunteers, teachers, and school leaders, ensuring records are up-to-date, recording event data, and supporting data cleansing as needed.
- Develop relationships with partners and stakeholders, new schools, promoting the full range of the charity’s programmes and services and assisting them with registering for the charity’s Inspiring the Future programme
- Keep on top of key trends and topics in employer engagement and careers related learning for schools
- Support the Schools Team with engagement, event coordination, and project delivery, while collaborating to share best practices and promote active platform use in schools.
- Other ad hoc administrative tasks to support the team as needed
We are looking for an agile worker, capable of absorbing key information quickly, as well as handle a voluminous work load. The successful candidate will be passionate about supporting young people to realise their potential and understand the power of volunteering. Education and Employers is a small charity working at a rapid pace to bring about change and the ideal candidate will be a self-starter with strong communication skills, able to absorb key information quickly and work well with a small team in a dynamic working environment.
Person specification
Skills/ Knowledge/ Expertise
Essential
- Proven experience in relationship management, with the ability to engage confidently and sensitively with schools, colleges, and partner organisations at all levels, including headteachers and senior management.
- Strong organisational, project management and administrative skills including close attention to detail and effective time management
- An articulate and confident communicator with a proven ability to facilitate and host events in diverse environments, including schools, colleges, and corporate settings. Skilled in presenting concepts both face-to-face and virtually to different age ranges, demonstrating influence and effectiveness in all interactions.
- Good level of education, demonstrating capability in producing written content to a high standard. Comfort and confidence in working with data.
- Demonstrable experience of managing a diverse workload; being able to prioritise work and working under pressure.
- Good working knowledge and practical application of Microsoft office tools
Desirable
- A passion for supporting young people in realising their potential through harnessing skilled volunteers to engage in education;
- A successful track record in delivering tangible outcomes through engagement with employers and professional networks;
- Experience of client relationships management databases in particular Salesforce
- Experience of working to deliver significant national Key Performance Metrics using resources (human and financial) efficiently and effectively;
- Experience of working in a small team
- Experience of working with schools and volunteers
- Understanding of risk management and data protection.
Personal Attributes
- Good level of education, demonstrating strong client facing aptitude and communication skills both written and verbal. Comfort and confidence in working with a variety of external stakeholders, having an entrepreneurial and enterprising approach to their work.
- Good working knowledge and practical application of Microsoft office tools and customer relationships software
- A “doer”- ability to anticipate requirements and act to provide workable solutions
- Creative and solutions orientated, perceiving processes as the means rather than the end and as an aid to effective delivery
- Influencer - demonstrates personal ‘presence’ and gains the confidence of others through temperament, capability and calibre
- Demonstrates sensitivity and possesses the ability to manage effectively the organisational tensions that sometimes develop between all stakeholders involved in the organisation and delivery of the event.
- Team Player: working collaboratively and flexibly to achieve outcomes and is keen to add value to the organisation’s culture and ethos
- Able to undertake some occasional work in the evenings and at weekends
- Able to travel in the UK if required
Application process
The Education and Employers charity values having a diverse workforce. We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds. We offer a range of inclusive employment and family friendly policies as well as flexible working arrangements in order to support staff from different backgrounds.
The closing date for applications is 5pm Wednesday 4th September. Interviews will take place in the week commencing 9th September.
Please note we will only consider applications with both a CV and covering letter and applications will only be accepted from those with the right to work in the UK with a valid passport/visa.
The Charity is fully committed to safeguarding those in our care. We plan our recruitment processes to ensure effective timelines for any required vetting processes such as enhanced DBS, qualification, reference and identity checks. The Charity also ensures that each staff member is appropriately trained for their duties with a comprehensive induction process on commencement.
About the Education and Employers charity
Education and Employers is an independent UK based charity launched in 2009 with the vision of “providing children and young people with the inspiration, motivation, knowledge, skills and opportunities they need to help them achieve their potential”. It aims to achieve this by working with schools, employers, the national bodies that represent them and a wide range of other partners including the government and third sector organisations. The charity also works with partners internationally – more details visit our website.
The charity runs Inspiring the Future, a free service which uses innovative match-making technology to connect volunteers with state schools and colleges, quickly, simply and at scale. Schools can very easily search a massive database of willing volunteers, filter against a wide range of criteria – e.g. subject, sector, career route and send them a message. It enables young people, wherever they live, whichever school they attend, the opportunity to meet people from a wide range of backgrounds doing jobs from across the whole world of work.
Over 90,000 people have already volunteered in the UK - people from all levels: apprentices to CEOs and all sectors: apps designers to zoologists and over 85% of English secondary schools have registered. People can volunteer from an hour a year in a local primary or secondary school to chat informally about their job and career route, take part in career speed networking session, give careers insights, provide mock interviews or feedback on CVs through to serving as a governor or trustee. There is also the opportunity to link up with schools for workplace visits, job shadowing and mentoring.
Inspiring the Future operates on a technology platform kindly developed in partnership with Deloitte, Salesforce and Ordnance Survey. It allows the charity to run national campaigns others focused on specific geographic areas or economic sectors such as engineering, science, health and arts and culture. The campaigns have secured high profile support across government, business and teacher associations and ongoing corporate partnerships including our lead corporate partner Bank of America.
In partnership with the National Association of Head Teachers the charity has developed a version for primary schools called Primary Futures and over 6,500 primaries have already signed up. To see a short clip on how it works please visit our website. All campaigns run through Inspiring the Future share a common objective: to broaden young people’s horizons, raise their aspirations and show them the range of opportunities and careers routes e.g. apprenticeships and university open to them. Over 3.5 million interactions between young people and volunteers from the world of work have already taken place.
The charity runs Inspiring Governance the free governor recruitment and support service. This Department for Education funded service aims to get highly skilled volunteers to serve as governors in some of the most disadvantaged schools in England and in so doing help raise educational achievement.
Since the Charity’s launch it has sought to understand what difference employer engagement in education makes to young people and the economy. It works with academics and researchers from around the world and its own research is regularly cited by government and international organisations like the OECD. The research, which has informed and influenced a range of government policies, shows that employer engagement helps improve social mobility, reduces the likelihood of young people becoming NEET (not in education, employment of training), increases the amount they earn in adult life, helps them make better informed career choices and leads to improvements in educational attainment.
Ensure that every young person in our country has the opportunity to meet a diverse range of volunteers to hear about jobs and the world of work.
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The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Assistant Chief Operating Officer will support the Chief Operating Officer in their duties, principally in assisting with administration of the revised governance introduced as part of the Cathedrals Measure, as well as emerging requirements in Safeguarding and Net Zero.
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Reports to: Finance Lead
Hours of work: Full time - 37.5 hours per week
Salary: £33,642 per annum (including London Weighting)
Place of work: Flexible working but with 3 days a week in our London office.
Contract type: Permanent
Closing date: Sunday 8 September 2024, 23:59h
As well as joining a friendly Community, where you will be well supervised and supported, and benefit from L’Arche’s mentorship programme, these are some other benefits you get by working for us:
- Joining shared meals since cooking and having a meal together is what we are all about
- Paid sick pay, up to a maximum of 7wks (depending on length of service)
- Enhanced Maternity, Adoption/Surrogacy, and Paternity Pay (depending on length of service, details available on request)
- Interest free loans and salary advances available
- Free eye tests and a contribution towards the cost of glasses if you need them for work
- Free DBS / PVG checks
- Free SSSC registration
- Free Blue Light Card
- Professional membership fees paid if they are directly relevant to your role
- Free Employee Assistance Programme available to everyone
- Up to 5 days paid compassionate leave
- Up to 6 days paid (pro rata) for time off for emergency dependents leave
- Carer and Childminder costs available in some circumstances to facilitate attendance at residential meetings
- Paid mileage costs at HMRC rate
- Working from Home Allowance for those in office-based roles but for whom no office is provided
- Specialist bereavement counselling for employees and their family members
- Free Life Assurance up to 4 times gross annual salary
- Access to the Bike to Work scheme
Main purpose of the role:
After a period of financial transformation, we are now looking for a highly experienced Bookkeeper / Credit Controller. The successful candidate is responsible to provide accurate and timely financial information to both the Community and the National Team. In particular, maintain accurate records of income and expenditure using Microsoft Business Central (Accounting software) and liaise closely with the wider team across L'Arche. Additionally, the Bookkeeper/ Credit Controller will work across various sales ledgers throughout the charity ensuring all monies owed are paid within the agreed payment terms. They will also provide support to the finance team in completion of daily and monthly finance-related tasks.
Essential Criteria
- Team player who can hit the ground running;
- Experience in Bookkeeping and Credit Control;
- Proactive can-do attitude;
- Attention to detail and ability to organise and prioritise workload;
- Advanced knowledge of Excel;
- High level of competence in IT systems;
ABOUT L'ARCHE
L’Arche is a worldwide federation of people with and without learning disabilities, working together for a world where all belong. We believe in the transforming impact of genuinely mutual relationships between people with and without disabilities.
In the UK, L’Arche is a registered charity with 11 Communities across England, Scotland and Wales. We celebrate people with learning disabilities, and build communities with them rather than for them. We go beyond supporting people’s basic needs. We attend to their emotional and inner lives, by building spaces of vibrant friendship, opportunity, spirituality and community life.
A full job description and person specification can be found in the Recruitment Pack.
The closing date is midnight on Sunday 8 September 2024. Interviews will take place on 20 and 23 September 2024.
To apply, please read the full job description and person specification and answer the questions on our online application form.
Please also read our privacy notice for job applicants.
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CPAG is looking for a welfare rights expert to manage our Early Warning System.
With a new government in place this is a great time to join the Advice and Rights Team at CPAG as we look to influence policy makers and parliamentarians and support the advice sector in delivering a fair and comprehensive social security system in the UK.
The Early Warning System (EWS) collates evidence of long-term concerns and developing issues within the benefit system, from the advice sector and beyond. EWS evidence is used to develop and promotes improvements to the benefits system with our colleagues in the Policy Team, as part of our work to end child poverty.
The EWS officer will actively promote the EWS, encouraging contributions from advisers and claimants. The EWS officer will record and analyse case studies as well as the issues which arise on our advice services, to provide insight on the impact of changes to the benefits system and evidence for our campaigning and research work.
You will play a key role in responding to calls for evidence and consultations, and liaison with the DWP and other policy makers. You will work closely with the advice sector through publications, briefings and events such as seminars and conferences, to increase advisers’ awareness of the concerns highlighted by the EWS and to promote solutions to support claimants.
We welcome applications from individuals with the skills and experience outlined and we can be flexible about working arrangements. We operate a hybrid working system and would be happy to discuss any flexibilities required. CPAG is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion which you can read more about in the job pack.
For more information about this post and to apply download the EWS Officer job pack and application form from our website.
If you have questions or need specific arrangements or reasonable adjustments to take part in the selection process please contact us at the email address listed in the application pack.
Closing date for applications: 9am Monday 9 September 2024.
Interviews will be held online during the week commencing Monday 16 September 2024.
Child Poverty Action Group works to prevent and end child poverty – for good.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Purpose of the post
Working within the Legal, Trust and Ethics team, the PPIE Manager will play a crucial role in advancing HDR UK’s mission to build trust and confidence in health data research among patients, public, practitioners, and other key stakeholders. Central to this mission is the active involvement of patients and the public in shaping our work and decision-making processes, ensuring that their voices are integral to our efforts.
The successful candidate will support HDR UK’s Public Advisory Board and coordinate their collaboration with different teams across the Institute. In addition, they will support other advisory groups essential to delivering our PPIE strategy. They will also be willing to support activities and events led by PPIE colleagues and feel comfortable leading multiple projects at a pace in a complex organisation and interested in trialling, developing, and delivering innovative approaches to PPIE.
Reporting to the Head of Public Involvement and Engagement, the PPIE Manager will be instrumental in building partnerships with patients, public communities, and practitioners. They will also support HDR UK’s key initiatives, including our newly established Brain Health partnership involving organisations such as the UK Dementia Research Institute (UK DRI), Dementia Platform UK (DPUK), and the Alzheimer’s Disease Data Initiative (ADDI).
This position is an exciting opportunity for someone dedicated to integrating public perspectives into all stages of our work, influencing our initiatives across the UK and beyond.
Main responsibilities
- Support the implementation of the 2024-2025 HDR UK PPIE strategy, including for the Brain Health initiative, working closely with PPIE colleagues and ensuring alignment with HDR UK strategic objectives.
- Encourage the involvement and engagement of relevant patients and the public in our initiatives, integrating their perspectives on value and PPIE approaches.
- Develop strategies for building the public voice into the initiative priorities, products, and services, adhering to UK Standards for Public Involvement and good practices set by the Public Engagement in Data Research Initiative (PEDRI).
- Ensure equality, diversity, and inclusion considerations in PPIE methods and communication channels.
- Build and maintain relationships with teams across HDR UK and with partner organisations, fostering collaboration and teamwork.
- Guide and support staff members in creating meaningful and innovative PPIE approaches including in the brain health field and liaise with colleagues across the Institute to increase visibility of PPIE activities through various channels (e.g., website updates, conferences, festivals, peer-reviewed journals, and other dissemination methods).
- Plan and oversee PPIE activities, such as focus groups, workshops, webinar, public events, and surveys.
- Create and monitor systems to evaluate and demonstrate the impact of PPIE efforts.
- Assist the Brain Health team in identifying and pursuing new collaborative opportunities that enhance the PPIE aspect of this initiative.
- Report on patient/public’s experience of involvement/engagement, striving to improve responses through communications that reflect HDR UK’s brand and values.
- Provide briefings and share good practices within HDR UK, highlighting examples that could positively influence the organisation’s work.
- Share findings and insights through peer-reviewed publications and other dissemination channels.
- Collaborate with the HDR UK PPIE Central team to develop a training programme aimed at upskilling staff in PPIE approaches.
- Act as an internal and external ambassador for PPIE to position HDR UK as a leader in this area of work.
Knowledge, Skills, and Experience
Experience
- Experience of developing, implementing, and evaluating PPIE strategies and methodologies.
- Demonstrable examples of successfully using innovative approaches for PPIE.
- Experience of promoting the need and value of PPIE to a wide range of stakeholders, building relationships and acting as an advocate.
Skills
- Ability to work autonomously and make decisions without supervision.
- Effective leadership skills with the ability to motivate and support a team.
- Influencing and coaching skills.
- Excellent relationship building and networking skills to build collaborative partnerships.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to handle sensitive issues positively.
- Strong analytic skills with the ability to frame problems and solutions in a logical manner.
- Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Evidence of ability to meet tight and challenging deadlines.
- Ability to prioritise a wide range of demands.
- Resilience and adaptability.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively and confidently with people at all levels.
- Ability to work with complex scientific content, to explain concepts without technical jargon.
Knowledge
- Understanding of PPIE in an academic/research/healthcare environment and an interest in and awareness of the science, data, technology, and medicine sector.
- Knowledge of the public sensitivities of using data for research.
Please note, as we are a UK-based organisation, applicants must be living in, and eligible to work in, the UK. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK, we are unable to sponsor visa applications for this role.
Early applications are strongly encouraged as interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis and this role may be filled before the advertised closing date.
About us
Christian Aid exists to create a world where everyone can live a full life, free from poverty. We are a global movement of people, churches and local organisations who passionately champion dignity, equality and justice worldwide. We are the changemakers, the peacemakers, the mighty of heart.
We're committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, and recognise the value this brings in forming strong, creative and high performing teams. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, and from those with experience from outside of the voluntary sector. And no, you don't have to be Christian to work here - we encourage people of all faiths and none to apply. We just ask that everyone lives out our values of dignity, equality, justice and love. We value a good work-life balance, so we're open to part-time and flexible working. We also offer hybrid working for our office-based colleagues and the option of being a homeworker for most of our roles too.
Learn about our vision, mission and values
About the role
This is an exciting opportunity to make your mark and drive forward a developing income stream with great potential.
The role will help to build, shape and deliver our In Memory Giving programme over the 12 months of this maternity cover role. Through engaging communications and campaigns the role will grow both income and the pipeline of new donors. The role will help to innovate and improve existing systems to support its delivery, and also provide excellent supporter care and stewardship.
The role is within the Legacy and In Memory team, and will work in close collaboration with Legacy Marketing colleagues.
About you
You will have experience in fundraising and/or marketing, and have a broad range of skills to successfully deliver on the potential of this role. We are looking for someone to develop engaging campaigns and communications that drives income and long-term relationships, and who has the communication and influencing skills to liaise across internal teams and stakeholders and external agencies/suppliers.
As well as having a head for CRM systems, planning and problem solving, you will have the interpersonal skills needed to communicate sensitively with supporters, including the bereaved.
In our friendly and supportive team you'll be able to apply and develop your experience in a wide-ranging and rewarding role.
Further information
At Christian Aid we strive to be an inclusive and diverse employer and recognise the value that this brings in helping to build strong, creative and high performing teams.
We are actively encouraging racialised minorities, LGBTQ+, people with disabilities, returning parents or carers who are re-entering work after a career break, people with caring responsibilities, people from low socioeconomic backgrounds, women, and older workers to apply. This is because these groups are under-represented within our teams, especially at senior level, and we recognise and value the contributions members of these groups make to strong, creative and high performing teams.
We have a strong Christian ethos and we encourage applications from all faiths and none (with the exception of Director positions where there is a genuine occupational requirement to be a practicing Christian - Exempted under the Equality Act 2010).
All successful candidates will require a DBS/police check appropriate to the role and location and a Counter Terrorism Sanction check as part of your clearance for commencing your role with us. We also participate in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information as part of the referencing process from job applicants' previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.
This role requires applicants to have the right to live and work in the country where this position is based and undertake the role that you have been offered. If you are successful and we make you an offer for the role, we will be required to conduct a right to work check on your immigration status in the UK. We will contact you regarding the documentation you will need to provide to evidence this.
You can expect a wide range of rewards and benefits, including a generous holiday allowance, a season ticket loan, and flexibility that will ensure you enjoy a good work/life balan
Battersea is supported by over 600 volunteers across our three centres. The Volunteering Team are responsible for the recruitment, training, and ongoing support of volunteers at Battersea. Our volunteering programme is accredited by Investing in Volunteers, and we influence best practice in volunteer management across Battersea.
We’re looking for a proactive individual who is passionate about volunteering to join our team as a Volunteer Coordinator. Our Volunteer Coordinators are responsible for coordinating volunteer recruitments, providing volunteer management advice and guidance to staff who work with volunteers, and establishing positive relationships with volunteers to ensure they have a fulfilling volunteer experience at Battersea. This role will work directly with kennel volunteers at Battersea London.
This role also has the opportunity to work on projects to improve our volunteer programme at Battersea.
The ideal candidate for this role would be someone who is passionate about the benefits of volunteering, for volunteers and animal welfare; and has experience of working constructively and collaboratively with colleagues from different teams.
What we can offer you:
In return for your commitment to our cause and to recognise the value of our employees, Battersea offers a range of benefits to support the wellbeing of our employees. These include:
- 28 days of annual leave (plus 8 days paid public holidays) per year
- Discounted gym memberships and cycle to work schemes
- Employee Assistance Programme and access to Wellbeing Resources.
- Generous pension contributions – up to 10% employer contribution
- Free healthcare cash plan, where you can claim for a range of treatment including dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody and acupuncture every year.
- Annual interest-free season ticket loans
We are also committed to providing learning and development to our employees. During your time with us, we provide support for your professional and career development, including access to digital and in-person training programmes, leadership and management training, mentoring and much more.
Our hybrid working model:
We operate a 50% onsite hybrid working model, with our office-based staff splitting their time between site based and home working. This enables our office-based staff to balance the benefits of home working with onsite collaboration and maintaining a connection to our cause.
Diversity and inclusion:
At Battersea, we are committed to developing and supporting a diverse workforce and inclusive culture in all aspects of our organisation. We aim to ensure that this pledge, reinforced by our values, is embedded in our day-to-day working practices and our work together.
By hearing from and valuing different experiences, perspectives, and contributions, we know we can provide the best expert care for every dog and cat who needs us. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those from diverse ethnic communities and people with disabilities, who we know are currently underrepresented in our workforce.
As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we will ask about any adjustments you may need at application and/or interview stage, and if you are offered a role with us, we’ll talk to you about any workplace adjustments you may need to help you perform at your best.
More about us:
At Battersea, we aim to never turn away a dog or cat in need of help. We give each one lots of love, expert care and get to know their characters and quirks so we can find them a new home that’s just right for them. Join us and help us be here for every dog and cat, wherever they are, for as long as they need us.
Closing date: 3rd September 2024
Interview date(s): 11th/12th September 2024
For full details, please download our recruitment pack.
To apply for the role, please click the button below. All applications must be submitted before the closing date advertised. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications is received.
Battersea is here for every dog and cat, and has been since 1860. We believe that every dog and cat deserves the best.
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The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you an experienced prospect research professional who’s passionate about working with fundraising teams to improve processes and ways of working? Here at Sue Ryder we are looking for a self-starter to join us in blended role which support our fundraising operations development work and delivers our prospect research function.
If this sounds like you, come and join our team and contribute to the incredible work that we do across Sue Ryder.
The Fundraising Operations and Prospect Research Specialist sits within our busy and growing Supporter Experience, Data and Insight Team and reports to the Fundraising Operations Development Manager. Working collaboratively with the other Senior Executives in the team, you will be a key member of our SEDI Management Team delivering on key priorities.
You will be responsible for:
• Supporting the implementation and management of Sue Ryder’s world-class fundraising operations model and working with our internal teams to review and improve key processes and policies which support our fundraising activities.
• Support our High-Value fundraising, both at a National and Community level, by providing prospect research and insight and overseeing all the processes for management of this activity.
Key skills and Knowledge
• An understanding of the role of fundraising operations within a charity environment.
• Be proficient in using relationship management databases and an understanding of data management best practice, preferably some previous experience in using CRMs
• Knowledge of prospect research strategies, specialist tools and techniques within a fundraising context.
• Experience in identifying and qualifying potential new high-value funding prospects, including major donors, corporate partners, trusts and foundations.
This is an excellent opportunity for a capable and proactive individual to take the next step in advancing their career. We appreciate this role is looking for a range of experience and knowledge and would encourage you to apply even if you feel you only meet some of the criteria outlined. We are also happy to provide more detail about the role to anyone that is interested in applying.
Competitive Benefits Package
- 27 days holiday rising to 33 with length of service plus bank holidays (pro rata if part-time), - Company pension scheme
- EAP support scheme
- Staff discount with thousands of retailers
- Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
- and lots more. Please visit our careers website for the full list.
Closing date: 8th September
1st Interview date: TBC
We aim to give all candidates the opportunity to perform at their best during our recruitment process. Please let us know if you require any adjustments at any stage
If you want more than just a job, we want you. Join the team and be there when it matters.
Sue Ryder is here to make sure everyone approaching the end of their life or living with grief can access the support they need. There is no one size fits all when it comes to how we cope and the help we need, but with our support, no one has to face dying or grief alone. We are there when it matters.
We are a not-for-profit organisation committed to increasing the diversity and numbers of young people entering engineering and technology to meet the future workforce needs, as well as promoting roles that help us work towards net zero and drive environmental sustainability.
Are you looking for a role in a dynamic and busy policy and public affairs team operating in the education and skills policy arena? Are you interested in a role that will provide you with the opportunity to work with a range of stakeholders on developing impactful policy? Then this is your opportunity. EngineeringUK is looking for a Policy Manager ready to lead on the development of some of our organisational policy priorities and positions to ensure that government policy addresses EngineeringUK’s concerns in relation to for example apprenticeships and the ‘growth and skills levy’, Skills England, STEM teacher shortages, and the forthcoming curriculum review.
It is an exciting time to work in policy and if you have excellent verbal and written communication skills, experience in drafting policy reports and recommendations and a good understanding of how to sell these to policymakers, we want to hear from you.
About EngineeringUK
Our purpose is to drive change so more young people choose engineering and technology careers.
Our vision is that the UK has the workforce needed for engineering and technology to thrive, to improve sustainability and to achieve net zero.
Our mission is to enable more young people from all backgrounds to be informed, inspired and progress into engineering and technology.
In the UK, we don’t have enough engineers and demand is going up. So, we need more young people to realise there could be a future for them in engineering and technology. To really thrive, we need a stronger, more diverse and representative workforce and for that we have to do things differently to make engineering more appealing.
We are a not-for-profit working with hundreds of organisations across business, education, professional institutions and the third sector so we can all grow the future talent pool together. We drive that collective effort through research and evidence, leadership, activities for schools and advocacy, with a focus on long-term sustainability.
We guided by a series of values that we apply to all our activity:
- We are inclusive and care about diversity. We understand that we have different needs and create opportunities for everyone's voice to be heard
- We are collaborative. We listen, share and work in partnership to achieve our vision
- We are curious and keen to learn. We challenge ourselves and others to innovate and experiment
- We are insightful. We evaluate what we do and draw on research to make decisions and to improve our collective understanding
- We are driven by a strong sense of purpose. We are determined to make an impact and achieve our goals
About the role
You will report to the Head of Policy and Public Affairs and work closely with colleagues across EngineeringUK and with our partners. You will be instrumental in the delivery of our policy and public affairs programme and lead on key elements and policy projects.
You will take the lead on developing organisational policy positions, producing reports and responses to government consultations (with a focus on education and skills) as well as our engagement with stakeholders, internally and externally. You will also work closely with the Public Affairs Advisor and other colleagues to communicate these messages to government and government departments.
The role is London based at our office at 10 Lower Thames Street, London EC3R 6EN and may involve some travel in the UK from time to time. We believe that hybrid working has many benefits and are pleased to offer flexible working with a minimum of 2 days (or 40%) a week in the office and the option for a flexible start and end to the working day in our vibrant central London office overlooking the Thames. Further details on our flexible working practices can be discussed at interview or you can reach out to a member of our HR team.
Further details of the role can be found in the job description and person specification.
Person specification
Essential Skills / Competencies
- Demonstrable experience of developing organisational policy positions, policy responses and report writing as well as leading on impactful policy engagement with government stakeholders - typically this would be developed through 3-5 years of experience in a similar role.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including a proven ability to simplify complex research and policy message, and to write confidently and concisely for a variety of audiences.
- Proven experience in stakeholder management and engaging a range of different sectors and organisations in public policy development.
- Good understanding of the education and skills landscape in England, as well as the political environment surrounding it.
- Proven ability to lead a project and take people with you.
- Proven ability to work independently and prioritise in response to many competing demands and time, but also take direction, be flexible and work collaboratively with others, contributing to team decisions and facilitating cross-organisational working.
- Commitment to our mission and values, in particular, you will be able work in a way that supports our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.
Education / level of experience
- Educated to degree level or equivalent, or similar ability gained through work experience relevant to the role.
EngineeringUK is committed to being an inclusive workplace, where everyone feels they belong. This is supported by the dedicated work we are doing to ensure our policies and practices are inclusive and that our staff are trained to be able to fulfil this commitment.
We value the benefits of a diverse workforce and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. Our recruitment process is designed to be as accessible and inclusive as possible and to ensure people are individually assessed regardless of their backgrounds or characteristics. We are an equal opportunities employer and are open to flexible working, including job share.
Applying for this role
Applications
If you would like to request to submit your application in an alternative format to support accessibility, please let us know.
The deadline for applications is 12:00 noon on 4th September.
Interviews
Applications will be assessed against the requirements for the post as set out in the Role Profile and Person Specification.
We are a Disability Confident committed employer. We guarantee an interview to any disabled person who meets the minimum requirements of the role. If this applies to you please complete the relevant sections of the application form. Additionally, if there are any reasonable adjustments that would make this recruitment process smoother for you just complete the relevant section of the application form.
We aim to notify candidates who have been shortlisted by Monday 9 September. If you have not heard from us after this date, please assume that you have not been successful.
First interviews will be held on Friday 13 September and Monday 16 September.
What can we offer you?
- Competitive salary
- 28 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), in addition we normally close for the Christmas week
- Competitive pension (10% employer contribution)
- Annual bonus opportunity
- Flexible working
- A vibrant office with terrace overlooking the Thames embankment and Tower Bridge
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Life Insurance (4 x salary)
- Long term illness/incapacity insurance cover (permanent health insurance or PHI)
- Annual private health check for all employees over 40 once they have completed their probationary period and to employees over 35 after 3 years’ service
- Discounted gym membership
- Yearly flu vaccination
We are a not-for-profit organisation committed to increasing the diversity and numbers of young people entering engineering and technology to meet the future workforce needs, as well as promoting roles that help us work towards net zero and drive environmental sustainability.
Are you looking for a role in a dynamic and busy policy and public affairs team operating in the education and skills policy arena? Are you interested in a role that will provide you with the opportunity to work with a range of stakeholders on developing impactful policy? Then this is your opportunity. EngineeringUK is looking for a temporary Policy Manager ready to lead on the development of some of our organisational policy priorities and positions to ensure that government policy addresses EngineeringUK’s concerns in relation to for example apprenticeships and the ‘growth and skills levy’, Skills England, STEM teacher shortages, and the forthcoming curriculum review.
It is an exciting time to work in policy and if you have excellent verbal and written communication skills, experience in drafting policy reports and recommendations and a good understanding of how to sell these to policymakers, we want to hear from you.
About EngineeringUK
Our purpose is to drive change so more young people choose engineering and technology careers.
Our vision is that the UK has the workforce needed for engineering and technology to thrive, to improve sustainability and to achieve net zero.
Our mission is to enable more young people from all backgrounds to be informed, inspired and progress into engineering and technology.
In the UK, we don’t have enough engineers and demand is going up. So, we need more young people to realise there could be a future for them in engineering and technology. To really thrive, we need a stronger, more diverse and representative workforce and for that we have to do things differently to make engineering more appealing.
We are a not-for-profit working with hundreds of organisations across business, education, professional institutions and the third sector so we can all grow the future talent pool together. We drive that collective effort through research and evidence, leadership, activities for schools and advocacy, with a focus on long-term sustainability.
We guided by a series of values that we apply to all our activity:
- We are inclusive and care about diversity. We understand that we have different needs and create opportunities for everyone's voice to be heard
- We are collaborative. We listen, share and work in partnership to achieve our vision
- We are curious and keen to learn. We challenge ourselves and others to innovate and experiment
- We are insightful. We evaluate what we do and draw on research to make decisions and to improve our collective understanding
- We are driven by a strong sense of purpose. We are determined to make an impact and achieve our goals
About the role
You will report to the Head of Policy and Public Affairs and work closely with colleagues across EngineeringUK and with our partners. You will be instrumental in the delivery of our policy and public affairs programme and lead on key elements and policy projects.
You will take the lead on developing organisational policy positions, producing reports and responses to government consultations (with a focus on education and skills) as well as our engagement with stakeholders, internally and externally. You will also work closely with the Public Affairs Advisor and other colleagues to communicate these messages to government and government departments.
The role is London based at our office at 10 Lower Thames Street, London EC3R 6EN and may involve some travel in the UK from time to time. We believe that hybrid working has many benefits and are pleased to offer flexible working with a minimum of 2 days (or 40%) a week in the office and the option for a flexible start and end to the working day in our vibrant central London office overlooking the Thames. Further details on our flexible working practices can be discussed at interview or you can reach out to a member of our HR team.
Further details of the role can be found in the job description and person specification.
Person specification
Essential Skills / Competencies
- Demonstrable experience of developing organisational policy positions, policy responses and report writing as well as leading on impactful policy engagement with government stakeholders - typically this would be developed through 3-5 years of experience in a similar role.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including a proven ability to simplify complex research and policy message, and to write confidently and concisely for a variety of audiences.
- Proven experience in stakeholder management and engaging a range of different sectors and organisations in public policy development.
- Good understanding of the education and skills landscape in England, as well as the political environment surrounding it.
- Proven ability to lead a project and take people with you.
- Proven ability to work independently and prioritise in response to many competing demands and time, but also take direction, be flexible and work collaboratively with others, contributing to team decisions and facilitating cross-organisational working.
- Commitment to our mission and values, in particular, you will be able work in a way that supports our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.
Education / level of experience
- Educated to degree level or equivalent, or similar ability gained through work experience relevant to the role.
EngineeringUK is committed to being an inclusive workplace, where everyone feels they belong. This is supported by the dedicated work we are doing to ensure our policies and practices are inclusive and that our staff are trained to be able to fulfil this commitment.
We value the benefits of a diverse workforce and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. Our recruitment process is designed to be as accessible and inclusive as possible and to ensure people are individually assessed regardless of their backgrounds or characteristics. We are an equal opportunities employer and are open to flexible working, including job share.
Applying for this role
Applications
If you would like to request to submit your application in an alternative format to support accessibility, please let us know.
Please also tell us where you saw the job advertised in your email as we are tracking our applications.
The deadline for applications is before 12:00 noon on Thursday 4th September 2024.
Interviews
Applications will be assessed against the requirements for the post as set out in the Role Profile and Person Specification.
We are a Disability Confident committed employer. We guarantee an interview to any disabled person who meets the minimum requirements of the role. If this applies to you please complete the relevant sections of the application form. Additionally, if there are any reasonable adjustments would make this recruitment process smoother for you just complete the relevant section of the application form.
We aim to notify candidates who have been shortlisted by Monday 9 September. If you have not heard from us after this date, please assume that you have not been successful.
First interviews will be held on Friday 13 September and Monday 16 September.
What can we offer you?
- Competitive salary
- 28 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), in addition we normally close for the Christmas week
- Competitive pension (10% employer contribution)
- Annual bonus opportunity
- Flexible working
- A vibrant office with terrace overlooking the Thames embankment and Tower Bridge
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Life Insurance (4 x salary)
- Long term illness/incapacity insurance cover (permanent health insurance or PHI)
- Annual private health check for all employees over 40 once they have completed their probationary period and to employees over 35 after 3 years’ service
- Discounted gym membership
- Yearly flu vaccination