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Salary: £29,291 plus benefits

We are delighted to be recruiting for a Philanthropy Officer to join our growing team. Working alongside other team members, you will play a key role in enhancing the long-term sustainability and growth of Mary’s Meals. You will play a key role in supporting our National Affiliates and relationship managers, producing proposals and resources for philanthropic opportunities, corporate partnerships, foundations and HNW donors, to meet the needs of our existing donor base and capitalise on growth opportunities that arise.

You will be responsible for developing compelling funding proposals and philanthropic fundraising materials for a range of income streams. In this fast paced and varied role, you will build and develop strong relationships both internally and externally, with a view to supporting the research and development of philanthropic opportunities for funding.

Other key duties include:

• Assisting National Affiliates in establishing a portfolio of long-term partnerships that provide sustainable income for our school feeding programmes.
• Writing high quality donor proposals, applications and reports for a range of philanthropic bodies.
• Support the development of global fundraising materials that support National Affiliate growth, particularly in the corporate partnerships space.
• Supporting the communication of the impact of our work through compelling written stories
• Supporting the development of the Mary’s Meals suite of products and materials that communicate our strategy and attract funding and promoting their use across the network.
• Contributing to the development and coordination of organisational systems and processes that support National Affiliate growth in philanthropic giving.

With exceptional organisational skills, you will be comfortable working across multiple projects and coordinating contributions across all parts of the organisation and will bring relevant experience of designing and developing compelling funding proposals and reports. You will have strong writing skills with the ability to tailor your approach to a variety of audiences and bring the impact of our work, and our story, to life.  You will be confident in your communications and will have the ability to engage in a variety of interactions with colleagues across the movement. You will have the opportunity to work closely with colleagues across the global family and your work will make a tangible difference to those suffering the effects of extreme poverty in some of the world’s poorest communities.

Mary’s Meals is a global movement supported by people from all walks of life and from all faiths and none. We are focused on one goal – that every child receives a nutritious daily meal in a place of education. We continue to change the lives of over 2.4 million children who today will receive Mary’s Meals. We are a values-driven organisation, we believe in the innate goodness of people, respect the dignity of every human being and family life and believe in good stewardship of the resources entrusted to us. In line with our values, we are fully committed to a culture of safeguarding.

Mary’s Meals is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work and we expect all the Mary's Meals family to share this commitment and work in the best interest of the communities we serve. Our safe recruitment practices ensure that only those that are committed to our high standards join our movement.

We have a remote-first approach to work and are happy for you to work remotely and flexibly, in a way that best supports your work life balance, we also have an office near Glasgow city centre for those who live nearby and would like to work from here occasionally or on a regular basis.

Benefits:

• 8% non-contributory pension contribution - after 3 months (for international candidates the 8% pension contribution will be paid as a part of salary)
• 34 days annual leave (including bank holidays), increasing by 1 day each completed calendar year, to a maximum of 39 days (+ option to buy another week)
• Flexible working
• Employee Assistance Programme, including perks and cash back opportunities
• Life assurance

Closing date: Wednesday 7th August 2024

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.

Hours: 1 day a week (8 hours)
Reporting to: CEO and Brand Ambassador
Location: London office based (office in central London near Bank station) 

Salary: 1 day a week pro-rata of £30,000 (£6,000) – Overtime is compensated either by pay or time off in lieu 
Holiday: Pro-rata of 30 days a year excluding bank holidays plus holiday office closure (before New Year’s holidays) and 1 day of annual mental health leave
Contract: 18 months temporary contract (including 6 months probationary period)

Main purposes of the job

• Managing The Vavengers social media channels. Mainly Instagram, X, and LinkedIn with development opportunities on Facebook and TikTok.

• Co-managing our Squarespace website, keeping it up-to-date and accessible for our range of audiences. 

• Creating a range of graphic design artwork in digital and print, including but not limited to: social media assets, event branding, marketing materials and educational resources. 

Key tasks

• Planning and executing creative content across The Vavengers media channels. Telling the story of the organisation and our community, engaging with supporters and growing awareness on relevant topics. 

• Keeping our external-facing touchpoints up to date and on brand: website, social media, printed materials and merchandise.

• Providing or sourcing designed materials for the team and our community.

• Exploring creative engagement opportunities for The Vavengers.

• Being flexible and reactive to the needs of the small organisation, knowing when to prioritise your role or fulfil different tasks for the benefit of the team. 

• Documenting events and campaigning activities for social media and charitable marketing purposes. 

Key objectives

• Active social media accounts that engage new and historical followers.

• A strategic approach to social media. Using a test and learn approach to reach high-levels of engagement, both following trends and creating them!

• A consistent, trustworthy and high-quality visual and written brand that is recognisable as The Vavengers. 

• Becoming a core member of The Vavengers team and community through building meaningful relationships. 

Skills

Adobe Indesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Premiere Pro, Hootsuite, Squarespace, Writing, Editing, Social Media, Videography 

The Vavengers

We are The Vavengers. We listen, we support and we take action. We educate, collaborate, aid and empower. We are a survivor, migrant and female-led organisation, standing with and for every woman affected by Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting (FGM/C) and all other forms of Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) - let’s help end it together. Our work takes 3 forms: campaigning, direct support, and awareness raising and education.

Equality commitment

Our sector is under-representation of People of Colour, LGBTQIA+ people and people with long term conditions or impairments, as well as those with lived-experience of Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting. We particularly encourage you to apply if you belong to one of these groups or sit at multiple intersections of disadvantage. We are committed to the Disability Confident standard and will guarantee an interview to any candidates who declare a disability and meet the essential criteria for the role.

The Vavengers is a proud Living Wage Employer, Certified Halo Workplace and member of the Sunflower Network for Hidden Disabilities, as well as a member of the Employers' Initiative on Domestic Abuse. 

If you have any questions or would like to learn more about this role please get in touch.

Are you looking for a new and exciting challenge? Are you a leader with good time management, able to prioritise tasks and the skills to drive growth and manage partnerships? If the answer is yes then this may be the role for you.

Thirteen Media is a student marketing agency and a wholly owned trading subsidiary of The University of Manchester Students’ Union, tailored to promote and maximise direct marketing opportunities within Students’ Unions tailored to promote and maximise direct marketing opportunities.

The newly created role of Business Development Manager will be a key member of the commercial directorate responsible for the day-to-day management and delivery of marketing campaigns in a busy fast moving environment where no two days are ever the same. The role will allow you to use your skills and experience to identify and deliver new income streams to drive financial growth. With 46,000 students at Manchester Thirteen Media are responsible for the sales and delivery for one of the largest Freshers’ Fairs in the country.

Please read the full role profile before applying, as well as our guide to recruitment.

Post: Training and Development Manager

Hours: 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm

Salary: £34,500 per annum (4 years fixed term contract)

Accountable to: Savera UK’s CEO

Overview

Are you passionate about making a difference and ready to take on a new challenge? Join us as the Training and Development Manager, where you will play a pivotal role in leading, development and execution of this new project for Savera UK to invest in its training and education development.

This is a diverse and dynamic role, where you will be dealing with complex and sensitive subject matter. You will be expected to build on your existing knowledge of or passion for human rights by proactively developing a deep awareness of the multi-layered, and ever-changing nature of our work.

You will be part of a small and very supportive, highly expert, and effective team, who work at pace without compromising on quality or attention to detail.

You will also become the custodian of our carefully developed brand, which possesses qualities of authenticity, power, and challenge. This is an exciting time to join Savera UK as we embark on a journey to amplify our message and drive change.

Full Job Description and Person Specification on our website.

Location: The post holder’s location/office will be Liverpool based but they will also need to work where relevant/required including traveling, therefore a full, clean driving licence and access to your own car is essential. Mileage will be reimbursed for any travel used to deliver the role.

Office base: Please note that due to the nature of our work and for security purposes, we do not disclose the location of the post until the successful candidate is appointed. However, we can confirm that our registered head office is around 30 minutes’ walk or 15/20 minutes by car/public transport from where this role will be based.

How to apply:

Please send a CV and covering letter, outlining your suitability for the post. Applications that don’t include a covering letter, as specified, will be automatically rejected. Following receiving your CV and covering letter, we may ask you to complete a further application form, to help us gather further information. 

Closing date for applications: Monday 29th July, 4pm

Applications that don’t include a covering letter, as specified, will be automatically rejected.

Following receipt of your CV and covering letter, we may ask you to complete an application form, to help us gather further information.

Closing date for applications: 5pm 29th July 2024

St Joseph’s Hospice has an exciting role on offer within the Volunteers Team. We are seeking an experienced Volunteering Support Officer who, ideally, has previous administration experience and an understanding of working with volunteers and who is able to provide support to volunteering admin across the team. In this role, you will work 37.5 hours per week.

Main Duties

You will be responsible for the day-to-day admin in the team, including applying for volunteers’ references and DBS checks and uploading adverts onto recruitment sites. You will also have an opportunity to assist in volunteer information sessions and training and provide other admin support as needed. To be successful, you will have proven administration, organisation and communication skills, experience of communicating with a diverse range of people, and the ability to work independently. You may also have experience of supporting group workshops and delivering presentations.

You will need:

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent IT skills with the proven ability to use a variety of IT packages and databases.
• Excellent organisation and time management skills.
• A positive attitude and the ability to problem solve.

Continuation of the NHS Pension Scheme is available. We offer 27 days’ holiday and 8 public holidays and an excellent pension scheme.

For further information and to apply, please visit our website via the Apply button.

Closing date: 4 August 2024.

Applicants are subject to enhanced DBS (previously CRB).

• Are you looking for a role where you get to make a difference for people everyday? 
• Are you an excellent listener with an ability to effectively problem solve? 
• Do you love working in a busy vibrant environment with others? 
• Do you have a passion for knowing your rights and entitlements? Could you help others to find out their rights too?
• Do you have a thirst for knowledge or love finding out the answer to a complicated question? 

If you answered yes to any of these questions, then we might have the right role for you! 

Be part of making Sutton a more Age Friendly place!

A fantastic opportunity to use your skills to make a lasting difference in the lives of older people in the London Borough of Sutton.

In this role, you will be joining a growing team at Age UK Sutton, an independent local charity working to make the London Borough of Sutton a more Age Friendly place. 

Working closely with your colleagues, you will be responsible for providing advice to older people across our community, helping people to navigate significant life events through the provision of information and advice, and longer-term support casework, on a wide range of subjects that affect people in later life.

You will need to: 

• Be highly organised
• Be an independent worker
• Have excellent communication skills when working with people with a wide range of needs
• Have attention to detail

You will also need a good level of knowledge of the legislation that applies, and key systems, such as welfare benefits, social care and health. We are looking for a strong team player, who can work closely with colleagues to plan and deliver community activity and share expertise, whilst managing their own caseload.

A demonstrable understanding of the key issues that affect older people is vital, knowledge of the London Borough of Sutton and local systems and population is desirable.

We are a collaborative, friendly team, making a vital difference to older people in Sutton through our services, influencing work and focus on identifying and addressing need in our area.

We are proud to have been named as lead partner for older people in the local area plan, and work closely with local statutory, corporate, and community partners to share knowledge and improve outcomes.

Closing date for applications: Midnight, Sunday 28th July

Interview date: Wednesday 7th August at the Age UK Sutton offices, SM1 4LE

If you cannot attend this interview date, please let us know when you submit your application.  If we invite you to interview we will always do our best to find a suitable alternative date.

Students’ Union UCL is an organisation that exists to make more happen. We are the representative body for University College London’s (UCL) students, one of the most diverse student communities in the world. We are one of the largest student-led organisations in the UK. It is a charity with over 48,000 members. We provide opportunities for 300 staff and have an annual turnover of more than £10.5m.

We are looking for a Tennis Development Officer to support with the development and delivery of our Tennis Programme as our inaugural focus sport. The role combines coaching delivery with desk-based sports administration. We are looking for someone passionate about developing tennis in all forms; an experienced coach who is confident with coaching beginners through to talented athletes.

Interviews will take place week commencing 12 August, 2024.

Weekly Hours: 29.2 hours (0.8FTE)

Contract: 1 year fixed term

Do you have a strong knowledge of the service and opportunities provided by the LTA? Do you have experience of coaching adult individual players across a range of ability levels? Have you got knowledge of key tennis facility sites in London?

The post holder will need to ensure high quality tennis coaching for all tennis club activity, including BUCS and LUSL team training. This will be achieved through a combination of direct coaching delivery and coordination of a wider tennis coaching network. They will also support the Sports Administrator with developing relationships with new tennis facility partners, and maintain strong relationships with all key external stakeholders including the LTA. The role holder will also deliver beginner-friendly coaching for our ‘Learn to…’ tennis sessions.

Database Officer

We are seeking an experienced, confident, and proactive Database Officer to join a growing team as our charity expands. Are you an advanced user of a database or CRM and have strong Microsoft skills?

Join Our Team!

We are looking for someone who wants to grow with the role and increase their skillset, has excellent attention to detail and is an analytical problem solver, who can communicate clearly, technical and complex issues to non-technical colleagues.

Salary: £28,000 - £32,000 (35 hours FTE) depending on experience

Hours: Full Time (35 hrs per week)

Place of work: Hybrid/Flexible with a requirement to attend our offices in Hatfield, Herts, at least once a month.

About us

We're the UK's leading charity for Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis.

A diagnosis of Crohn’s or Colitis is life-changing. Over 500,000 people in the UK are living with a lifelong disease many people have never heard of, and for which there is no known cure.

Crohn’s & Colitis UK funds research, provides award winning information and support and raises vital awareness by increasing the public’s understanding of the conditions, and what it means to live with debilitating symptoms. But we need to do more. We need to be a louder voice in the marketplace. Our ambitious plans for 2024, will help to make a real difference to every supporter’s journey with us. If this excites you - join us!

About you

The role is suited to someone who:

• Is experienced in managing and manipulating data.
• Can demonstrate excellent customer service.
• Has great time management skills and can prioritise tasks.
• Has experience of running imports and exports into a database.
• Is a strategic thinker and a team player.
• Is a fantastic communicator, able to build and maintain effective relationships with our stakeholders.
• Is committed to learning and development

A full description of the role and responsibilities can be found within the job pack.

Benefits of working for Crohn’s & Colitis UK

If you are successful, you will be joining a dynamic organisation with an amazing culture. We offer competitive that include:

• 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing one day per year up to 30 days
• Pension scheme
• Flexible working options
• Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity pay
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Wellbeing programme
• Interest free loan for season tickets
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free parking and secure bike locks
• Training and development financial support and/or study leave
• Performance review and development scheme

How to apply

Please submit a CV and supporting statement outlining why you’d like to apply, how you fulfil the person specification, and what you feel you will bring to the role, so you’ll need to refer to the Recruitment Pack.

If you have any queries about this role, would like to have a conversation before formally applying, or if you have a disability and wish to request a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact the email listed within the Recruitment Pack. 

Closing Date: Monday 12th August 9.00am

Please note: no applications will move forward within the recruiting process without a supporting statement. Applications will be assessed as and when they are received, and interviews arranged, so we may close the position before the closing date if a suitable candidate is found.

We are an inclusive employer and offer equal opportunities to all regardless of an individual’s age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.

We are not a licensed sponsor at this time. Any offer of employment will be made subject to the applicant residing in the UK and a valid right to work in the UK being provided.

We will not be accepting any contact from Recruitment Agencies or Media Sales

Are you excited by the opportunity to work for a values-driven organisation in a commercial role?

Be a part of our commercial services team, driving the development of our cafés and bars and providing truly excellent customer-focused services.

Who are we?

Located in the heart of Manchester, The Union is part business, part charity, part membership body. Operating independently from Manchester Metropolitan University, our aim is to support and represent each one of our student members to achieve personal success. Each year, our growing team of around 60 full-time and up to 150 part-time staff work alongside elected student leaders to make change, improve lives and help fulfil student potential.

The Union is one of 550 students’ unions across the country. And we’re one of the most exciting – with over 38,000 student members and 100 student groups, a huge range of services and a bold strategy.

What’s the job?

In this brand-new role, you will lead and manage our cafés and bars, maintaining high standards of customer service and quality. You’ll:

• Focus on continuous improvement – driving performance with staff, standards, and service.
• Ensure our outlets maximise income potential and are managed and maintained safely and responsibly.
• Drive our commercial performance, working towards ambitious turnover and profitability targets.

What are we looking for?

An experienced commercial operator: someone passionate about providing excellent customer care who is outcome-focused and committed to continuous improvement.

Why apply?

There has never been a better time to work for The Union. Based just off Oxford Road, in the centre of vibrant Manchester, this is the perfect opportunity to work for a progressive, value-driven organisation and a great opportunity to help us develop our services.

We have great rewards and benefits, and we offer 40 days’ holiday, including Christmas closure. So, if you are looking for a new challenge and want to develop as a commercial leader and join a great team, then look no further.

We want to support diverse and inclusive work environments. We welcome applications from individuals regardless of their race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, age, gender, or disability status and particularly welcome BAME applicants.

To apply, please download the application pack below or from our website via the ‘apply’ button.

Closing date: Noon on Thursday 8th August 2024
Interview date: Friday 16th August 2024 

Work somewhere professional but different. Build a career with students’ unions.

The post holder will provide efficient, robust and proactive project support to the Delivery team within Creative Youth Network.

The post is a critical role for the delivery team and wider organisation supporting all aspects of delivery across Youth and Creative service provision.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience of working in an administrative and/or project support role providing a full range of administrative support services. They will have excellent organisational and time management skills with a solution focused, proactive approach to problem solving and an interest in improving outcomes for young people. They will be an excellent communicator and have the ability to work autonomously, balance workload across multiple work streams to meet deadlines along with excellent attention to detail and great stakeholder service skills. Excellent IT skills (preferably experience of Office 365), database, excel and record management skills.

About Us

Creative Youth Network is an award-winning charity with a mission to enable young people to reach their potential, no matter what their background or circumstances. Operating across Bristol and South Gloucestershire, we offer a range of services ranging from our 10 local youth clubs, to targeted support for young people with specific needs, work within schools (in particular for young people at risk of disengaging from education), and an exciting range of creative courses, programmes and activities, including early career support for young people embarking on careers in the creative sector. Our services are rated “Outstanding” by the National Youth Agency.

The Benefits

• 33 days annual leave (inc. bank holidays) per year pro rata
• Excellent family friendly policies
• A generous pension scheme
• A cycle to work scheme
• Paid breaks
• Fantastic development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Virtual GP consultation and medical advice service

Next Steps

A full Job Description, Job Pack and Application Form are available below. To apply please visit our website.   

In accordance with our Safer Recruitment Policy, we are unable to accept CV's and ask that you complete the application form instead.

This role is subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check.

Equity, diversity and inclusion

Creative Youth Network is committed to inclusivity, equality, and equity. We pride ourselves on giving opportunities to people of all walks of life and all class backgrounds. This includes people who identify as D/deaf, disabled or neurodivergent, LGBTQIA+, are early in their careers or come from groups who experience racial inequality.

We particularly encourage applications from candidates who are currently underrepresented in our workforce, including people from Global Majority backgrounds (often referred to as BAME – Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic).

As an employer we are committed to promoting and protecting the physical and mental health and wellbeing of all our staff.

If forms don’t work for you, get in touch with the team to talk about alternatives.

Job Title: West Yorkshire Full-time Maths Tutor

Reporting to:  West Yorkshire Programme Manager

Responsible for: Delivery of academic intervention in Maths to pupils in educational environments for Tutor Trust

Location: West Yorkshire

Salary: £24,000 per annum, depending on experience and qualifications. This is a full-time position (40 hours across seven days a week)

Job Purpose: Main Duties and Responsibilities:

· To plan and deliver tuition to primary/secondary school aged pupils (from 9-16 years old) across West Yorkshire in Maths on a 1:1 to 1:4 ratio.

· To complete appropriate paperwork relating to tuition with pupil (register, feedback sheets, etc.)

· To liaise with the West Yorkshire Programmes team and the quality team.

· To undergo any appropriate training throughout the role to enhance the quality and impact of tutoring delivery.

· To support other tutors as appropriate.

· To be involved in Tutor Trust tutorials and training where required.

          To follow all Tutor Trust/school safeguarding policies and procedures.

Person Specification – skills and attributes

· One year of tutoring experience required or QTS.

· Ability to tutor Maths to a standard desirable.

· Bright, enthusiastic, and well-motivated tutor confident in dealing with young people.

· Robust and resilient character with excellent time-management skills.

· Must have achieved a minimum of Grade B/6 at GCSE in Maths and English.

· Demonstrate a commitment to the goals and ethos behind The Tutor Trust.

· Enthusiasm and ability to contribute to the successful development of The Tutor Trust.

· Understanding of the National Curriculum, GCSE syllabus and have a broad understanding of policy issues and educational best practice relating to improving pupil achievement at KS2, KS3 and KS4.

· The ability to work with children from complex backgrounds and with complex needs.

· Access to a full driving licence and car is desirable, but not essential.

Application Information

- Closing date for applications:  Wednesday 31st July 2024

- Interviews to be held: Thursday 8th August (Leeds Office)  

- Start date: Monday 2nd September 2024 (subject to completed enhanced DBS check)  

General

The West Yorkshire team is based in central Leeds offices however, there is the opportunity for hybrid/remote working. The job is a full-time, position with frequent travel required across the West Yorkshire Region to deliver tuition.  All reasonable travel expenses on Tutor Trust business will be reimbursed (not including your regular commute from home to the Tutor Trust office). 

Holiday entitlement will be 33 days per annum (inclusive of Bank Holidays, pro rata). The role will involve working occasional unsocial hours in the evenings and at weekends. 

Tutor Trust is signed up to the Government-backed NEST pensions scheme, which is offered to our employees (with an employer contribution) after the qualifying period.

In accordance with our Child Protection and Safeguarding procedures, this position requires an enhanced DBS check and two satisfactory references.

Candidates are required to submit a completed application form outlining how they meet the requirements of the role and why they want the role. Please email completed application to the careers email address found on the attached job description attatchment by the date above.

The Tutor Trust is an Equal Opportunities Employer

For further general information please visit The Tutor Trust website

The Tutor Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of all children, and expects our staff and volunteers to share this commitment

Are you a procurement professional who loves dogs, and is looking for a new challenge?
We’re recruiting for a Procurement Officer who will play a key role in the development and operation of our new procurement function, which has been introduced to meet the growing need for cost-effective, sustainable, and strategic operations.

About this job:
As Procurement Officer, you’ll:

• play a crucial role in sourcing the best products and services for our needs while ensuring maximum value for money, with a particular focus on IT procurement,
• develop and deliver high-quality and cost-effective procurement and contract management services, and work closely with teams across the organisation to implement this,
• build strong relationships and negotiate with suppliers and vendors,
• monitor and analyse spending to identify opportunities for cost-saving.

About you:
To be successful in this role, you’ll need some experience of working in a procurement function, working across a number of different categories (including IT). You’ll need excellent communication skills, with some experience of negotiating with suppliers. Attention to detail and accuracy is an important part of this role, as well as strong problem-solving skills, underpinned by a focus on cost-effectiveness. A genuine passion for dogs and animal welfare is essential.

About Dogs Trust:
We love dogs. That’s why we do whatever we can to make sure every four-legged friend gets the love they deserve. We’ll never put a healthy dog down, so our work is focused on helping dogs in need, supporting owners every step of the walk, and creating a better world for dogs in the future. It’s what we’ve been doing since 1891 and how we’ve grown to become the UK’s leading dog charity, helping 12,000 loyal friends find their forever homes every year.

To apply for this position please visit our website. Our application process requires you complete an application form and a covering letter explaining your interest and suitability for the role. Please note that we may close this vacancy early if we receive enough suitable interest, so to avoid disappointment early application is encouraged.

Dogs are incredibly diverse, much like the humans that love them! At Dogs Trust we value diversity and we're committed to fostering an inclusive culture.  We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, and cultures and believe that a diverse workforce helps us to achieve our mission. Our colleague networks give our people a voice acting as vehicles for real and meaningful change within Dogs Trust.  We truly want to see every candidate shine throughout the entire job application process, interview stages, and during their time with us. If there's anything on your mind or any adjustments you may need, don't hesitate to reach out to us. We're here to support you every step of the way.

This is an exciting opportunity to join our small but mighty team in a strategically important position as manager of our flagship Fair Water Footprints Programme.  Over the past 15 years Water Witness has carved out a key role in holding governments, business, and investors to account for sustainable water management.  In 2021 this work triggered the Glasgow Declaration for Fair Water Footprints - a breakthrough moment at COP26, when twenty-eight founding Signatories committed to end the abuse of water in our supply chains and establish water stewardship as the global business norm by 2030.  With our partners we have secured significant funds to take forward and scale up this groundbreaking work which will harness trade, enterprise, and civic engagement to drive water justice and climate resilience as part of the UK’s Just Transition for Water Security.

The Programme Manager will be accountable for coordinating and delivering our contributions to the Fair Water Footprint Programme. These will include: the production and dissemination of influential water footprint assessments; pioneering new research and on-the-ground investigations; participatory planning, technical support and training with diverse partners; development, delivery, monitoring and evaluation of action plans, advocacy and communication campaigns to secure improved water security for millions of people and systemic change at a sectoral and global scale.   

The successful candidate will use their exceptional organisational and communication skills, technical know-how and experience of multi-stakeholder engagement and policy influence to shape this world-changing initiative and ensure impact.  They will represent Water Witness at the highest levels, to convene and work constructively with leaders from public, private and financial sectors, civil society, and academia, to co-lead a partner coordination unit, and ensure value for money and impact through sub-contracts and grants. 

This new position will play a central role in delivery of our wider 2030 Strategy, will support our country teams and line manage a Programme Officer. Once established they will take on a wider remit for effective delivery across our portfolio of exciting programmes.  The post will suit a high-calibre professional seeking the next step in their career as an influential leader for social justice and sustainable development. We seek someone who shares our values, who thrives in a fast-paced setting and who will be as equally comfortable facilitating participatory processes with remote communities, as when compiling high-quality reports within tight deadlines, or shaping evidence and diplomacy to sway Ministers, CEOs and the global media.

Do you want to work with our partners to have an influential role on livelihood development?  APT Action on Poverty works to transform lives by helping people work with pride for a better future.  Committed to being led by the communities and people we work with, we work with our partners to provide economic solutions to address hunger, injustice and barriers to safe and lasting work in East and West Africa.

We are a small dynamic team and which takes pride in our forward-thinking and transparent approach and we're seeking a new Programme Manager for current and new work in Sierra Leone and Kenya.

We work with people who are marginalised by society such as through their disability, gender, age, conflict or environment. We tackle the reasons for vulnerability and exclusion, building on the self-reliance and dignity secured through economic solutions to tackle stigma, discrimination and abuse of rights.

The successful Programme Manager will manage current programmes in Sierra Leone (working with a corporate on child labour and strengthening CBOs for more inclusive governance) and support the development of new programmes in Kenya and possibly Tanzania.   The Programme Manager will play a key role in the development of APT Action on Poverty.

Reporting directly to the CEO, your key responsibilities will be: supporting contract delivery and financial management, developing/maintaining donor relationships, seeking new partnerships and project opportunities, proposal development and applications to institutions.

Experience of living and working in East or West Africa, a track record in proposal development and applications to institutions, knowledge of livelihood development and rights based approaches are key areas for this role.

This is a remote role, we meet up once a month in Evesham.  We will also consider applicants who wish to work 80% FTE.

A Candidate Brief is attached and also on our careers page on our website.  Please do check it out!  We will be excited to hear from you!