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About Us
Choose Love does whatever it takes to provide refugees and displaced people with everything from lifesaving search and rescue boats to food and legal advice. We elevate the voices and visibility of refugees and galvanise public support for agile community organisations providing vital support to refugees along migration routes globally. We are a lean, passionate team driving a fast-paced global movement across 26 countries. In over 8 years, we have reached over 5 million refugees and raised tens of millions for over 500 organisations, providing vital support at every stage along migration routes from Europe to the Middle East and along the US-Mexico border. We are powered by you and by our vision - a world that chooses love and justice every day, for everyone.
Summary of Role
The Regional Head of Middle East Programmes supports the organisation’s programmatic efforts with a focus on developing and implementing strategy for the Middle East region whilst also providing hands-on support to day-to-day grants management, partner management and donor coordination and reporting.
The following role works closely with the Director of Programmes and Head of Programmes (Protracted Contexts). The role will also regularly work as the intermediary lead with the established Collective for Refugee Leadership in MENA (CRLM), which is a group of donors and thought partners focused on advancing refugee leadership and support for refugees across the Middle East and North Africa.
You will be highly flexible and adaptive, able to respond effectively and in line with our emergency protocols to humanitarian crises as required, whilst also supporting longer-term protracted programmes work. You will have strong project and grants management experience and highly effective administration skills. You drive efficiency and innovation and provide senior management guidance on international projects, as well as high-quality implementation. You will address challenges and issues in all aspects of project implementation and ensure timely and appropriate solutions, including the identification and mitigation of programmatic risks. You will also demonstrate strong people management skills, with an ability to provide both task management and strategic guidance (in addition to more holistic line management support) to several team members.
Responsibilities
Grant Management
● Manage the Choose Love Middle East team to ensure smooth and efficient grant-making for our work in the Middle East
● This includes leading on, and managing a small team, to:
▪ Work closely with partners to gather, review and track due diligence documentation required for granting to partner organisations.
▪ Support the maintenance of grants systems to track grant making progress e.g start and end dates, reporting deadlines, no cost extensions etc.
▪ Draft and/ or review grant agreements between Choose Love and partner organisations and ensure any grant amendments or addendums have correct and accurate information
▪ Review reports from partner organisations to ensure effective use of Choose Love funds
▪ Work with the Data Lead (Programmes) to review Middle East reporting data received from partners and assess outputs, impact and successes from grant-making in the region. This will include being closely involved in impact reporting within the CRLM initiative.
▪ Working with the Director of Programmes / Head of Programmes to attend monitoring trips to the region
▪ Support the Safeguarding Lead on Safeguarding organisational development for the region as needed
▪ Problem-solving with partners on how to get funding into challenging contexts
Partner Relationship Management
● Build meaningful, effective ongoing relationships with new and existing partners.
● Lead partner calls and track key takeaways and actions to share internally.
● Lead on regular check-ins with existing, long-term partners.
● Respond to ad hoc needs arising from partners - including clarification/support on the application process and support with reporting.
● Maintain up-to-date understanding of the needs of partners.
● Supporting Choose Love Fundraising
● Support with narrative reporting to donors - capturing the work of our implementing partners in the region
● Support with developing proposals for donors to Choose Love
● Respond to ad-hoc requests for information from prospective and existing donors
● Support with organising and hosting donor trips to the region
● Support the Partnerships team in presenting Choose Love’s work at events etc when appropriate
● Build and oversee relationships and liaise with CRLM grant partners, bilateral funders, and other key stakeholders to ensure CRLM strategy and approach are aligned to needs and trends in selected contexts
Regional Strategy
● Working closely with the Director of Programmes and the Head of Programmes (Protracted Contexts) and ELT, to develop and implement the regional strategy for Choose Love’s programmes in the Middle East as part of the wider Choose Love Strategy.
● Consulting with key advisors and stakeholders on recommendations for the Middle East strategy
● Championing and supporting opportunities to promote funding to refugee-led and lived-experience led organisations
● Working with the team to implement the regional strategy and adapt the approach in response to contextual changes or humanitarian emergencies
● Maintain an up-to-date expert understanding of the changing context and needs in the region
● Lead on Choose Love’s involvement in CRLM, including inputting and implementing the new strategy, processes, and systems
● Participate in relevant sector / regional meetings
● Work with the Director of Programmes and Head of Programmes to develop a network of peers working in the region
People Management
● Thoughtfully manage the existing team that supports Choose Love’s Middle East work by providing day to day support, meaningful 1:1s and annual reviews and identifying any learning and development needs
● Collaborate closely with (2) other Regions Heads on wider team initiatives and tasks, and be willing to provide surge management support for other regions during absences or periods of annual leave
● Support CRLM in recruiting and utilising advisors and consultants
Internal Communications
● Facilitate the sharing of regional strategy and updates across the wider Choose Love team to feed into wider fundraising efforts
● Communicate partner activities / asks to the rest of the team, including presentations on team calls and email updates to the team
● Support the ELT with information to feed back to the board about Programmes work.
● Capture information on specific contexts and summarise quickly and efficiently to the Communications team, as well as for external stakeholders/funders.
Essential Criteria
● Fluency in Arabic and English (both in written and speaking)
● Experience working in a programmes or grants-focused role related to the Middle East region
● Experience in the humanitarian sector, ideally with people who have been displaced
● Have permission to work in their country of residence
● Ability to travel within the Middle East region
● Line management experience, with remote line management experience highly desirable
● Experience liaising with donors and external stakeholders
● Report-writing skills
Salary & Benefits
Salary - £40,000 - £47,000
The successful candidate will have working, expert knowledge of the region and will be an Arabic and English speaker. They will also be able to travel, particularly across the Middle East. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits. It is an opportunity to make a difference and work with partners who are genuinely making a difference. This position is fantastic for personal growth and learning in this fast-growing and dynamic charity.
Recruitment Information:
Interviews will take place on the week commencing 22nd July 2024.
Contact Information:
To explore the opportunity further or for any queries you may have, please contact the Choose Love people team
How To Apply:
Interested candidates are invited to apply by sending their CV and a cover letter by noon 9th July 2024
Pre-employment Checks:
Employment with Choose Love will be subject to the following checks before your start date:
● A satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
● Receipt of two satisfactory references
Choose Love is committed to building an inclusive and diverse organisation and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. If you need us to make an adjustment or provide additional support as you apply for a role, please email to discuss in further detail.
Contact Information:
To explore the opportunity further or for any queries you may have, please contact the Choose Love people team.
How To Apply:
Interested candidates are invited to apply by sending their CV and a covering letter by noon 9th July 2024
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Who we are:
Muslim Aid is a UK faith-based international development organisation that provides support to communities around the world affected by disasters, conflict, or endemic poverty without regard to their social, religious, or ethnic background.
Established in 1985, Muslim Aid has facilitated the engagement of the British Muslim and non-Muslim community in support of its work in a variety of ways. Over the years, its humanitarian work has included responses to major crises around the world including, famine in East Africa, earthquakes and flooding in Pakistan and Bangladesh as well as conflicts in Syria and Yemen.
We place strong emphasis on long-term development projects that build the capacity of local people to help themselves. In addition to the 5 country offices worldwide we also work with multiple partner offices focusing on sustainable Development Programmes and providing humanitarian relief during times of crisis.
Summary of Role:
The ICT Officer will provide the first line technical support and ensures smooth ICT operations across the organisation. The role encompasses troubleshooting hardware/software and network issues, whilst managing devices via Microsoft Intune and maintaining Office 365 applications. Additionally, the ICT Officer is responsible for setting up and maintaining meeting room equipment, managing IT assets and ensuring security compliance. This hands-on position requires regular presence in the office to support the organisation’s ICT needs.
About the Role:
- Provide first-line technical support to end-users.
- Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software and networking issues
- Respond to and resolve staff queries in a timely manner
- Ensure devices are up to dates, particularly with security patches and updates in the security centre.
- Assist in settings up and configuring PCs, monitors and other hardware.
- Manage office 365 applications and the admin centre.
About You:
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- Educated to Bachelor’s degree level.
- Proven experience in a similar help desk or IT support role.
- Proficiency in managing devices using Microsoft Intune.
- Strong knowledge of Office 365 applications and the admin centre.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills and ability to liaise effectively with people at various levels.
- Good team work skills with the ability to work with different and sometime conflicting agendas.
Why you should Apply:
We are looking for someone who is passionate about helping others, enjoys problem-solving, and are looking for a role where you can make a real impact and growth. As an ICT Officer at Muslim Aid, you will ensure the smooth operation of our ICT systems and support our mission to make a positive impact. Provide first-line technical support, help overcome IT challenges, and achieve our strategic priorities. Join us and be part of a team dedicated to making a real difference through your expertise in ICT.
Benefits you will enjoy working for us:
- 37 days holiday (including Bank Holidays and Privilege days)
- Hybrid working
- Paid time off for medical appointments
- 2 hours lunch break on Fridays
- Time off in Lieu (TOIL)
- Pension Scheme
How to apply:
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Programmes Officer
Job title
Programmes Officer
Date reviewed
June 2024
Purpose
To support the delivery of RedR’s programmes and projects
Responsible to
Programmes Coordinator
Responsible for
N/A
Working with
Programmes team (Climate Change and Engineering in Emergencies hubs), other RedR UK Programmes staff, colleagues in other departments, consultants, Associate Trainers and other contacts and stakeholders as necessary.
Location
Remote working with the London Office will also be considered
Post
Full-time
Period
Fixed Term until 30th September 2025, with possibility for extension
Grade
2.1
Salary
£31,191
Language
Fluent English and Ukrainian language proficiency is required for this role
Other
As defined in our standard contract terms
REDR UK AND THE WORK WE DO
RedR UK is an international NGO and learning provider that develops capacity and supports aid workers, organisations, and communities to prepare for and respond effectively to crises within humanitarian, development, and peacebuilding contexts. Our work builds resilience, primarily in low and lower middle-income countries worldwide. We have 40 years’ experience responding to disasters.
We are an HPass Certified Learning Provider, meaning we meet the Humanitarian Learning Standards. RedR UK is committed to the Humanitarian Charter, the Code of Conduct for the International Red Cross & Red Crescent Movement and NGOs in Disaster Relief and the Core Humanitarian Standard.
RedR UK has offices in London and Amman and maintains a large pool of highly qualified trainers and experts who go through a rigorous certification and selection process. Our work is overseen and supported by a Board of Trustees with wide experience, in the humanitarian sector and other fields. RedR is a Membership organisation with a global network of 1,800 Members, all of whom are experienced humanitarian professionals.
We are also part of RedR International, an international federation of organisations that share a common vision and mission. The federation’s vision is a world in which sufficient competent and committed personnel are available and responding to humanitarian needs. Members include RedR UK, RedR Australia, RedR India, RedR Malaysia and RedR Indonesia.
RedR UK is committed to a strong, positive culture, with benefits for staff and those with whom we work. Our culture is also important to us in terms of our ethic of humanitarian impartiality and neutrality and our compliance with the Core Humanitarian Standard (CHS) and other professional codes of conduct.
Our values are vitally important to us as individuals, teams and to RedR UK as a whole. We are committed to a continuous process of strengthening our culture, maintaining the high standards required to work together effectively, and delivering first class advice and service to those with whom we work.
About this role
The Programmes Team is responsible for delivering demand-led services globally; providing tailored capacity building support to organisations and their partners through individual or framework contracts. As Programme Officer, you will work closely with Hub members to ensure events, trainings, services, projects and programmes are delivered to an exceptionally high standard, on time and budget.
This role also includes support to the monitoring, evaluation, research and learning aspects of RedR UKs role, particularly in regards to climate change and engineering in emergencies.
The primary purpose of the role is to enable the delivery of RedR UK’s Ukraine Humanitarian Criss response programme in Ukraine and neighbouring countries (hereafter referred to as ‘the Programme’).
Job Description
MAIN DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES and ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Delivery of events, courses, services, projects, and programmes
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Assistance in the delivery of the Hubs’ events, courses, services, projects, and programmes.
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In cooperation with line manager and colleagues, plan and identify tasks, prioritise, and allocate them as needed.
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Support the project coordinator in activities, tasks, milestone, or deliverable tracking.
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Lead on agreed elements of events, courses, projects, or deliverables, including external and internal representations as required.
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Ensure wide communication of events, preparing marketing information and advertising where required.
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Proof-read training material as required, and ensure RedR UK brand guidelines are consistently applied.
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Organise availability of equipment, refreshments, resources, travel, accommodation, props, vehicle and venue as required. Prepare welcome packs, name badges, signature lists, certificates and other resources as required and ensure these are in place for the relevant time of the event
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Respond to trainer and participant requests during the event, as required
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Support the delivery of online events and, if necessary, travel to events and provide direct support to trainers and participants at events.
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Support the recruitment of external project staff, consultants and Associate Trainers, resource persons and actors including the production of Terms of Reference and ensuring the implementation of fair and transparent recruitment.
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Be a point of contact for external project staff, consultants, Associate Trainers and participants where required, responding to queries and providing information and support
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Coordinate scheduling, liaison with trainers and interpreters to enable delivery of the Programme.
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Be the first point of contact for participant enquiries (particularly where in Ukrainian language).
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Translate text and training promotional materials into Ukrainian, as required.
Duty of Care and Procedures
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Assist in researching the security situation, contributing information to risk assessments and travel plans.
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Ensure compliance with general duty of care and RedR UK security and other relevant procedures.
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Prepare contracts and ensure these are signed and stored appropriately.
Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning
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Support the review of training materials for the L&D department, ensuring they are branded and formatted to RedR UK standards
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Support the collection and analysis of M&E data across the programme teams
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Ensure all monitoring and evaluation (M&E) data is collected and tracked for events, including:
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Collating and recording course statistics and evaluation data;
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Maintaining accurate Salesforce records for all RedR projects and learning events in the region and as requested by Line Manager;
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Assisting with the collection and recording of impact assessment data
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Support milestone tracking and reporting,
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Assistance in drafting project or training reports.
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Contribute to monthly and quarterly reporting.
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Support the programme coordinator in the tracking and analysis of monitoring and evaluation (M&E) data.
Facilities, Procurement and Materials
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Build and maintain excellent relationships with relevant suppliers including but not limited to external training venues, transport and material suppliers required to delivery services.
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Prepare, order, and arrange shipping of learning materials for courses and other materials as required.
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Prepare and format any online materials as required.
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Procure any course materials, equipment, refreshments, resources, travel, accommodation, and venue hire where applicable.
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Co-host live online sessions, providing support to the facilitator as well as to the course participants.
Admin and Finance
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Maintain accurate finance records and monitor and record budgets and expenditure to provide timely analysis of this to inform decision-making.
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Assist with audits, financial reporting and cash flow analysis.
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Programme or training related administrative tasks including but not limited to filing; travel arrangements; logistics; procurement of materials required by the project or training; preparation of draft contracts or correspondence as requested by the line manager following agreed templates; assistance in competing required forms or compliance with RedR UK or project procedures; liaison with project staff, partners and stakeholders on administrative matters; etc.
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Undertake timely and accurate processing of invoices and expenses in line with established processes and RedR UK’s Operational Manual. Support the programme coordinator on the monitoring of expenditure and budgets.
Other
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All employees are required to adhere to RedR UKs values of collaboration, excellence, lifelong learning, integrity and single point accountability.
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Contribute to the operational plan and budget each year.
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Keep up to date with relevant issues to the humanitarian sector.
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Support on the development of new project proposals where needed.
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Undertake other tasks as reasonably required by your line manager.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Essential
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Language skills – Fluent English and Proficiency in Ukrainian is required for this role.
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Administrative skills – Systematic and efficient administrative skills, including an ability to prioritise, manage and complete a variety of tasks against multiple deadlines and track information and progress.
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Event management – Experience of supporting a learning programme, organising learning events and working with consultants.
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Understanding of the humanitarian sector – General understanding of humanitarian practices and principles, and a demonstrated commitment to our humanitarian mission and values.
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Use of technology – Experience with current software for project management, along with Microsoft Office skills; ideally knowledge of SharePoint or similar document management systems; ideally knowledge of Salesforce or similar CRM systems.
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Financial skills – Able to track income and expenditure, use Microsoft Excel, check invoices and quotes are in line with project budgets.
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Work planning – Effective workload management skills and ability to use initiative to solve problems. Ability to track the progress of deliverables and activities and flag up underperformance.
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Interest in Learning and Development – Have a demonstrable interest in Learning and Development, and training activities.
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Team player – Experience of working successfully within a team environment and of building relationships with others
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Communication – Good interpersonal communication skills and self-awareness, able to communicate clearly and effectively with colleagues, clients, participants and other stakeholders from diverse cultural backgrounds with excellent written and spoken English. Experience in drafting contracts, formal letters or other formal written communication.
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Initiative and enthusiasm – Initiative, enthusiasm and a problem-solving approach to new challenges.
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Work and travel out of hours – Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends depending on needs, and travel within the UK if needed. Although unlikely, able and willing to travel internationally if needed, sometimes to insecure and difficult environments for periods up to 2 weeks, and to follow RedR UK security management procedures.
Desirable
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Project management – Experience in supporting the management of projects, budgeting, budget management and writing reports for clients/donor agencies, ideally in a humanitarian or development context.
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Qualification – Qualification in project management, humanitarian action, disaster management, development studies, or similar.
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Humanitarian experience – Experience of supporting humanitarian, development or charity work
Please share your CV and CL and the deadline to send your application is 1 month (hiring will be on rolling basis)
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About Us
Choose Love supports refugees and forcibly displaced people across the world, making sure they have what they need, when they need it. The support we provide ranges from lifesaving search and rescue boats, to hot, nutritious food, clothes and legal advice. We’re a small, agile and ambitious team who are powered by our vision of a world that chooses love and justice every day for everyone.
Summary of Role
We are looking for someone to join Choose Love who has demonstrable experience in designing, setting up and maintaining a user-friendly and efficient supporter database and who has a deep commitment to positively impacting the lives of displaced people around the world. The successful candidate will also have strong analytical skills and be passionate about understanding trends and patterns from our donations, which can help us increase our fundraising efforts.
Key Responsibilities
Data Collection, Management and Analysis:
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Maintain and oversee all Choose Love data, ensuring all data is accurate, up-to-date and clean.
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Work with the digital strategist and head of communications to scope and assess the most effective and efficient ways for Choose Love to collect, process, analyse, and report on data, feeding it into the mid and long-term strategy.
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Work closely with external suppliers, leading on data management and systems.
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Support finance team and digital strategist in tracking donations to key fundraising appeals, including emergency fundraisers and winter fundraising campaigns.
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Manage data flows across our different platforms and support the implementation of automation processes where appropriate.
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Work closely with departments across the organisations, specifically Comms & Marketing, Partnerships and Programmes and respond to internal requests for fundraising data analysis and reporting.
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Create monthly reports on fundraising performance across comms activities to share with the team and embed best practices in future fundraising content.
Fundraising and Donor Optimisation:
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Work with digital strategists to optimise fundraising communications and reporting.
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Integrate data analysis into digital fundraising strategy.
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Analyse the performance of fundraising campaigns and recommend improvements.
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Segment audiences for fundraising campaigns based on various criteria (e.g., donation history, demographics) through managing datasets.
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Develop predictive models to forecast future donations and help identify potential major donors.
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Use data to tell compelling stories that resonate with donors, supporters, and the public.
Continuous Learning and Compliance:
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Stay up-to-date with data analytics tools, techniques, and best practices to enhance your skills and contribute effectively.
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Ensure that data handling practices comply with data protection regulations (e.g., GDPR)
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Be mindful of ethical issues related to data usage, especially when dealing with sensitive information about displaced people.
Essential Criteria:
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Extensive experience with different database systems and knowledge of data maintenance
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Demonstrable knowledge of Microsoft Excel to an advanced level
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Proficient in data analysis tools with extensive experience of cleaning, manipulating, and analysing data effectively
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Understanding of statistical concepts to draw meaningful insights from data and to assess the effectiveness of fundraising campaigns and support programs
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Experience creating clear and informative data visualisations (e.g., graphs, charts, dashboards)
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Excellent communication skills and the ability to explain complex data findings to non-technical stakeholders and collaborate effectively with team members
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Ability to identify problems, design analytical approaches, and propose solutions to enhance fundraising and support efforts
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Project management skills to plan and prioritise tasks, meet deadlines, and ensure the successful execution of data analysis projects
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Understanding of data ethics and the ability to develop ethical data collection and usage policies
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Skills in data mining to uncover hidden patterns and trends within datasets can provide deeper insights
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Knowledge of an organisation's data obligations under GDPR
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Ability to learn new skills independently
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Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities
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Open to feedback and enjoys working in a small and collaborative team environment
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Commitment to Choose Loves values and working to improve the lives of refugees and displaced people around the world
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Committed to embedding an equality, diversity and inclusion lens in all your work
Desirable Criteria
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Experience in gathering and analysing data for development and/or humanitarian programmes
Application Process
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The job advert will close by noon on Wednesday, July 17, 2024.
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Interviews will take place on the week commencing 22nd July 2024.
Choose Love is committed to building an inclusive and diverse organisation and welcomes applications from all community sections. If you need us to make an adjustment or provide additional support as you apply for a role, please email us to discuss this in further detail.
Application Process
The job advert will close by noon on Wednesday, July 17, 2024.
Interviews will take place on the week commencing 22nd July 2024.
How to apply
Interested candidates are invited to apply by sending their CV and a cover letter stating how they meet the role's criteria by 12 p.m. Wednesday, July 17, 2024.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Senior Business Development & Fundraising Coordinator
Purpose
To deliver income from different sources including, but not limited to, corporate engagement and Trusts and Foundations
Responsible to
Associate Director of Programmes & Business Development
Responsible for
N/A
Working with
Fundraising Team, and external contacts including RedR supporters, corporates, and Trusts and Foundations
Location
Hybrid (in the London office 2 – 3 days per week)
Post
Full-time
Period
Permanent
Grade
4.1
Salary
£ 38774
Other
As defined in our standard contract terms
RedR UK and the work we do
RedR UK is an international NGO and learning provider that develops capacity and supports aid workers, organisations, and communities to prepare for and respond effectively to crises within humanitarian, development, and peacebuilding contexts. Our work builds resilience, primarily in low and lower middle-income countries worldwide. We have 40 years’ experience responding to natural and manmade disasters.
We are an HPass Certified Learning Provider, meaning we meet the Humanitarian Learning Standards. RedR UK is committed to the Humanitarian Charter, the Code of Conduct for the International Red Cross & Red Crescent Movement and NGOs in Disaster Relief and the Core Humanitarian Standard.
RedR UK has offices in London and Amman and maintains a large pool of highly qualified trainers and experts who go through a rigorous certification and selection process. Our work is overseen and supported by a Board of Trustees with wide experience, in the humanitarian sector and other fields. RedR is a Membership organisation with a global network of 1,800 Members, all of whom are experienced humanitarian professionals.
We are also part of RedR International, an international federation of organisations that share a common vision and mission. The federation’s vision is a world in which sufficient competent and committed personnel are available and responding to humanitarian needs. Members include RedR UK, RedR Australia, RedR India, RedR Malaysia and RedR Indonesia.
RedR UK is committed to a strong, positive culture, with benefits for staff and those with whom we work. Our culture is also important to us in terms of our ethic of humanitarian impartiality and neutrality and our compliance with the Core Humanitarian Standard (CHS) and other professional codes of conduct.
Our values are vitally important to us as individuals, teams and to RedR UK as a whole. We are committed to a continuous process of strengthening our culture, maintaining the high standards required to work together effectively, and delivering first class advice and service to those with whom we work.
About this role
The Senior Business Development & Fundraising Coordinator will work as part of the Fundraising and business development Team at RedR. Their role is to work across all income streams within business development and fundraising, with a focus on running the business development and fundraising team’s day to day work, supporting the Associate Director of Programmes and Business Development in meeting BD and fundraising targets, draft high quality bids – particularly to institutional funders-, and nurturing relationships individual and corporate donors, as well as trusts and foundations.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Team, Project and Line Management
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Manage the day-to-day operations of the business development and fundraising team, including line management of the BD/Fundraising Officer.
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Ensure timely delivery of BD and fundraising projects and deadlines in coordination with teams across organisation
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Oversee the management and maintenance of Salesforce and other software and applications.
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Ensure accurate income consolidation and donation capturing.
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Support the Associate Director of Programmes and Business Development in developing/updating and operationalising team strategies, budgets, systems, and processes.
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Regularly provide feedback and information to achieve improved results and integrate planning and delegation when making decisions.
Achieving Results:
Business Development
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Set ambitious targets together with Associate Director and achieve progress toward organisational objectives and Operational Plan.
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Conduct internal reporting and prospect research into opportunities and funder priorities
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Lead the development of successful small-medium and occasionally larger and complex bids to institutional and corporate donors, trusts and foundations in collaboration with teams across the organisation
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Assist the Associate Director of Programmes and Business Development in developing large bids, primarily for institutional funders, ensuring drafts are prepared to a high standard.
Fundraising: (With support from Communications Team)
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Lead the delivery of smaller fundraising activities and events.
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Collaborate with teams across the organisation to secure funding from trusts and foundations.
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Identify and implement opportunities for engaging individual donors.
Engaging with Stakeholders:
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Develop and implement strategies for engagement and partnerships with a wide range of funding stakeholders.
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Nurture strategic partnerships with key clients, understanding their underlying needs and exploring opportunities for cross-collaboration.
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Share relationship management of institutional and corporate donors, trusts and foundations.
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Communicate RedR UK’s unique value proposition to clients and expand the scope of engagement with them.
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Successfully negotiate terms that benefit both the client and RedR UK.
Demonstrating Leadership:
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Line-manage BD coordinator effectively, setting clear objectives and monitoring performance.
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Promote a culture of innovation and adaptability and encourage leadership development within the team.
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Demonstrate flexibility in situations of rapid change and maintain focus on delivering timely and appropriate results using available resources.
Humanitarian Learning Principles and Practices:
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Advocate for humanitarian principles and lead their integration into fundraising strategies and proposals.
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Ensure that all fundraising proposals and activities uphold humanitarian principles, enhancing the organisation’s compliance and ethical standards.
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Lead educational initiatives to deepen team understanding and application of humanitarian standards.
Technical Expertise:
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Exhibit technical skills in fundraising; strong understanding of humanitarian sector, funder priorities, bid development skills, writing, etc.
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Apply advanced technical knowledge to solve complex, multidimensional problems and serve as a technical resource for other team members.
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Continuously seek advanced learning opportunities and integrate cutting-edge practices into the team.
FUNCTIONAL EXPECTATIONS
EXPERIENCE
Essential:
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Good experience working with institutional funders and understanding funder priorities.
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Experience in the humanitarian sector and developing larger bids for institutional funders.
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Excellent writing skills and the ability to bring bids to a very high standard.
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Ability to present projects and organisation in line with funder priorities, criteria and requirements
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Good understanding of compliance and due diligence
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Proactive, independent, and collaborative attitude in a fast-paced organisation.
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Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously
Ideal:
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Experience working with trusts and foundations, corporate, and/or individual donors.
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Familiarity with Salesforce and QuickBooks.
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Experience with income consolidation and donation capturing
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MEL expertise
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Line or matrix management experience
Note: This job description is a general outline of the key responsibilities and qualifications required for the Senior Business Development & Fundraising Coordinator position. Additional duties may be assigned as necessary to meet the organisation's needs.
Make it happen: apply now
To apply for this role, based in either our London office, please send your completed CV and Cover letter explaining how your experience is relevant to the role essentials given above and your motivation to apply for this role before 11th July 2024 on rolling basis. Cover letter is must with CV to apply for this role.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Care4Calais is a volunteer-based charity providing essential aid and support for refugees in France and the UK.
Across the UK we collect and distribute clothes, shoes, mobile phones and other essential items, as well as providing social support and interaction, including language lessons, sport and music workshops. We also help with vital access to legal, medical and educational services. Our Legal Access Department in the UK, provides access to critical legal representation for people seeking asylum and, more than this, supports people through the hostility and difficulty of claiming asylum.
In northern France we operate year-round from Calais, working alongside communities in Calais and Dunkirk to provide warm clothing, bedding and service provision to displaced people who live in appalling and dangerous conditions.
All of Care4Calais’ operations are supported by a small, dedicated team of staff who supervise large volunteer teams to provide much needed support to communities seeking asylum and on the move in the UK and France.
About the role:
Care4Calais are recruiting two Operations Coordinators to support their French operations.
The aim of the Operations Coordinator role is to support the Care4Calais’ French operations to continue to deliver vital humanitarian NFI (non food item) distributions and essential services. We distribute 6 days a week and provide daily services which include phone charging sessions, access to hairdressing, bike repair and sewing equipment, activities such as games and language lessons as well as information sharing and refreshments to communities living in northern France. Whilst this is a challenging position you will be given a thorough induction and work alongside experienced team members.
The successful candidate for this role will be proactive and hardworking with the ability to problem-solve and prioritise effectively. The role would suit someone who is a self-starter, strong team player and excels working within a varied role. Candidates will need strong organisational skills and must have the ability to make numerous important and compassionate decisions each day.
You will be expected to demonstrate excellent judgement, initiative, integrity and strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to communicate to a diverse group of people. You will be part of Care4Calais’ core team in France and will report directly to the Head of Field Operations in France.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly-committed team of game changers dedicated to improving the lives of refugees.
Your responsibilities will include:
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Providing core operations support for Care4Calais’ operations in northern France
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Supporting a team of logistics and purchasing specialists to manage new and second hand clothing stock and feed into operational planning for field activities.
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Managing and delivering Care4Calais’ NFI aid distributions and service provision with people on the move at the French/British border
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Managing and supporting teams of up to 40 volunteers each day to provide daily services in Calais and Dunkirk. Including leading daily briefings and health and safety training.
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Supporting the smooth running of a warehouse and donation storage facility.
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Working alongside a small staff team to develop processes, procedures and documentation to support the effective running of Care4Calais’ humanitarian operations.
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Attending external meetings, building and maintaining relationships with partners and key stakeholders which allow Care4Calais’ operations to continue to run smoothly and effectively.
Essential Skills and Experience:
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1 - 2 years experience working in an humanitarian context, for a human rights organisation or with people from refugee and asylum seeking backgrounds;
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Professional or voluntary experience of working on projects concerning risk management, health and safety, safeguarding and compliance.
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Self-motivated and used to managing multiple priorities to meet deadlines;
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Able to build positive relationships with a range of stakeholders including those from displaced communities;
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Good decision-making and negotiation skills;
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
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Experience working with displaced people or communities on the move, ideally with NFI distribution experience
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Experience leading and managing volunteer teams from varied backgrounds
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Experience managing warehouse or storage spaces and/or complex logistical and purchasing projects.
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Excellent written and spoken proficiency in English and at least a B2 level of French proficiency.
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Strong digital literacy, including ability to work on Google Workspace and Office 365;
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Full clean driving licence and experience or willingness to drive vans
Desirable Skills and Experience:
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Experience working with teams from different cultural backgrounds;
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Baccalauréat, A Level or equivalent academic qualification
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Experience delivering mass distributions of NFI or other aid items in an humanitarian context.
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Proficiency in one or more of the languages spoken within asylum seeking communities, such as but not limited to: Arabic, Farsi, Pashto, Dari, Kurdish Sorani, Tigrinya or Amharic.
The successful applicant will be provided with the induction and training needed for them to succeed in the role.
Applying for the role:
Care4Calais is recruiting for two Operations Coordinators, please see details below for how to apply for this role.
Please submit a cover letter explaining why you are suitable for this role and how your previous experience meets the role requirements, alongside a CV in English. Please note we will only accept applications that are accompanied by a cover letter.
Care4Calais is dedicated to cultivating a diverse and inclusive work environment and recognises that this is invaluable to our ability to serve the communities we work with. We therefore welcome and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds including from Black, Asian and Minority-Ethnic communities, people from refugee and migrant backgrounds, and people with lived experience of the UK or EU immigration system. If you have first hand experience applying for asylum in any country, please let us know in your application. We do however respect that people’s identity is not defined by their past experiences and will not expect candidates to describe their lived experience at interview unless they wish to do so.
We also recognise that experience comes from more than just employment history and encourage anyone who meets most of the essential criteria for this role to apply even where this experience comes from outside traditional employment structures. If you are interested in applying but do not have all the experience necessary, we encourage you to contact us using the details in the Job Pack to set up an informal chat with our staff in Calais. We can discuss why you would like to apply for the role and what skills or experiences you have which could be relevant to the role.
If you have any questions about this or need additional support with the application process for any reason, please contact us through the details provided in the Job Pack.
Please note, applicants must be France-based or be willing to relocate. Care4Calais is unable to sponsor two working visas to France, we are therefore looking for at least one candidate who would have the right to work in the EU or France.
Closing date: Applications will close at 23:30 on 06 July 2024.
We will be reviewing applications as they arrive and reserve the right to close the posting before the closing date.
To apply for this role, please submit a cover letter explaining why you are suitable for this role, including how your experience fits the essential criteria, and a CV in English. Please note we will only accept applications that are accompanied by a cover letter.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Hours: Full time
Pay: Up to £41 000 GBP (depending on experience)
Duration: Permanent
Location: Manchester, UK (Hybrid working available)
The Learning Design Specialist to design and coordinate development of learning solutions for humanitarian emergency preparedness.
The Learning Design Specialist at UK-Med is pivotal in enhancing the preparedness and competence of healthcare professionals for humanitarian emergency response initiatives.
The Learning Design Specialist focuses on efficiently designing and coordinating development of targeted training programs for both internal organisational audiences and external partners. The goal is to ensure that our Core Staff and a Register of approximately 1200 healthcare professionals worldwide are thoroughly equipped to provide exceptional care, leading to positive outcomes for the patients and communities we serve.
The Learning Design Specialist willinnovate and refine UK-Med's training content, ensuring it meets the specific needs of a diverse, global workforce. Expand the learning portfolio, incorporating digital, in-person, and simulation-based training tailored to strategic priorities. Establish and nurture partnerships to enhance our bespoke learning offerings, ensuring they meet the dynamic needs of our partners and maintain industry-leading standards.
The Learning Design Specialist will provide expert advice and support on designing effective learning solutions for external partners and conduct engaging and effective training sessions, both online and face-to-face, catering to the varied learning preferences and needs of the participants.
You will have a positive and flexible problem-solving approach and be willing, able, and ready to deploy to support all UK-Med programmes and projects.
We offer a competitive salary and benefits along with a friendly working environment and the opportunity to make a real difference.
How to apply
We strongly recommend that you read theCandidate Information Pack - Learning Design Specialistbefore applying for this role.
To apply, please submit a current CV and a supporting letter (no more than 2 pages) that includes a detailed explanation of your suitability for this post with specific reference to the essential criteria in the person specification.
Applications must be submitted through our online jobs portalno later than Friday 5th July, 2024.
UK-Med is committed to safeguarding of our personnel and beneficiaries and has a zero-tolerance approach to sexual exploitation and abuse. We conduct thorough vetting before any appointment is confirmed.
UK-Med is committed to the principles of diversity, equality, and inclusion. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive environment where employees feel respected and supported to be able to fulfil their potential.
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About us
World Jewish Relief provides life-saving and life-changing action to people in crisis around the world. We work with our trusted local partners to help people survive the consequences of conflict and disaster, to thrive and rebuild their lives. We deliver programmes using our expertise, with urgency to achieve maximum and sustainable impact for those within and beyond our community.
Since 2021, we have established a broad and varied portfolio of climate resilience programmes implemented through local partners across Africa and Asia. These all enable communities to cope with and be better prepared for the consequences of the climate crises, and all focus on groups who are marginalised, e.g. landless, displaced, low caste, and religious minority groups. Specifically, they focus on livelihood resilience, early warning systems and preparedness, and climate resilient WASH, across Nepal, the Philippines, Bangladesh and Ethiopia.
About the role
We are now recruiting a knowledgeable and experienced Climate Resilience Programme Manager to continue leading our climate action strategy. The purpose of the role is to bring climate change expertise to grow, strengthen, deepen, and diversify our innovative programme portfolio, continue to minimise the negative environmental impacts of all of our programmes, and deepen our carbon emissions reduction strategy as we continue to expand the reach and impact of our organisation.
You will build strong partnerships by working closely alongside our local partners in programme design, technical knowledge, implementation and monitoring. It is anticipated that the post will include 3-4 overseas trips per annum.
The role affords huge scope for personal development, with the flexibility and autonomy needed to shape this critical area of programming. A particular objective will be to strengthen the M&E across the portfolio and access additional external funding for scaling up our climate resilience programmes.
You should have:
Essential
- Experience in the climate resilience sector and demonstrable knowledge of how to build and manage climate resilience programmes
- Knowledge of humanitarian and/or livelihoods programming, including monitoring, evaluation accountability and learning (MEAL) processes is critical
- Cross-cultural sensitivity and ability to work with overseas partners with varying levels of English.
- Strong administrative, research, analysis, numeracy and IT skills.
- Excellent oral and written English communication skills with an ability to produce accurate, factual and compelling reports, proposals, and presentations
Desirable
- Demonstrable knowledge of carbon emissions reduction within organisations
- Demonstrable experience in supporting resource mobilisation
- Knowledge of gender theory and inclusion practices
- Experience of working in Nepal, Bangladesh, Ethiopia, or the Philippines
Benefits
We offer a range of benefits including:
- 23 days holiday plus bank holidays and Jewish holidays, after 2 years’ service holiday entitlement increases to 25 days.
- Pension scheme – we contribute 5% to the World Jewish Relief pension scheme.
- Life Insurance – up to 3 times salary to nominated beneficiaries.
- Health Cash Plan – cash back to cover the costs of dental treatment, optical care, specialist consultations and a range of complementary therapies.
- Enhanced maternity & paternity pay.
- Employee Assistance Programme – free, confidential advice or support with any personal or work. related concerns or free counselling if needed.
- Season ticket / travel to work loan.
- Cycle to Work Scheme.
- On Friday the office closes at 3pm.
- We encourage flexible working and offer a range of flexible working options.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
World Jewish Relief promotes equality, diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We invite and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds. We encourage applications from candidates of different ethnicities, socio-economic backgrounds, race, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation and of faith or none that meet the criteria set out for this role. Candidates from the global south or with lived experience would be particularly welcome. You don’t need to be Jewish to work for us, but you must share our desire to assist those who need help based on their vulnerability, not their identity, recognising the dignity and potential of all people.
How to apply
Please upload your CV and a cover letter which demonstrates your suitability for the role by answering the following questions:
- Why are you interested in the role and how do you meet the person specification?
- What are the most pressing climate challenges facing vulnerable communities globally, and what do you think World Jewish Relief's role should be in addressing these challenges?
Are you a research professional with a deep understanding of the humanitarian sector? Are you committed to improving humanitarian outcomes with a strongly held belief that research and innovation should be at the centre of efforts to improve humanitarian effectiveness? Could you oversee a portfolio of world-class research and learning products?
Founded in 2020, the UK Humanitarian Innovation Hub (UKHIH) is an initiative hosted by Elrha, a global organisation committed to solving complex humanitarian challenges, and is funded by the UK’s Foreign and Commonwealth Development Office (FCDO).
The UK Humanitarian Innovation Hub (UKHIH) is seeking a highly skilled Senior Research and Learning Manager on a fixed term basis until end March 2025 to join our dynamic team and contribute towards our efforts in bridging research, policy, and practice within the realm of humanitarian innovation, working in a fast-paced environment. This role is critical in shaping and implementing our agenda by leading cutting-edge research initiatives, fostering learning, and ensuring that our work is informed by evidence-based practices.
We are looking for someone with:
Extensive Experience in Research and Innovation: You should have a strong background in designing and delivering research and/or innovative solutions, ideally with experience in communicating complex research findings to diverse stakeholders, though a record of published work is not a prerequisite.
Technical Expertise in Innovation Practice and Systems Change: Your role will involve providing technical expertise in research and innovation, particularly in the areas of innovation practice and systems change. You should have the ability to drive impactful strategic collaborations involving various stakeholders, including government bodies, public and private sectors, academic institutions, and NGOs.
Strong Connections in the Humanitarian Research Community: You should have well-established connections within the international humanitarian research community. Knowledge of existing evidence, emerging research trends, and the evolving research landscape is crucial.
Proficiency in Partner Outreach and Network Building: You should be adept at building and coordinating networks and have the capability to persuade others to embrace new methodologies and approaches. Your role will involve using various advocacy and communication strategies to promote innovative ways of working.
If you want to be part of an organisation that creates positive change in the humanitarian sector then join us and we’ll give you every opportunity to succeed.
Note for applicants:
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Candidates must have the independent right to work in UK and be resident in the UK at the time of appointment as we are unable to support visa sponsorship for this role.
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When applying you will be taken through the Save the Children UK recruitment system. UKHIH is hosted by Elrha which is an independent subsidiary of SCUK.
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Please read through the job description for a detailed list of requirements, and ensure you complete the personal statement to explain how you feel you meet the requirements of the role and why you feel this is next career move for you.
Closing date: Sunday 7 July
Interview dates: 17 & 18 July (online)
Prospectus is delighted to be working with Elrha to support the recruitment of a temporary Executive Personal Assistant to provide comprehensive and confidential administration support to the Director of Impact and Engagement, as well as her direct reports (Heads of Teams) when required. This post is offered as a remote (or hybrid, should you prefer) full-time temporary contract with a length of approximately 3 months.
Elrha is a global organisation which finds solutions to complex humanitarian problems through research and innovation. They are an established actor in the humanitarian community, working in partnership with humanitarian organisations, researchers, innovators, and the private sector to tackle some of the most difficult challenges facing people all over the world.
The post holder will develop and maintain good relationships with members of the Board, Leadership Group, managers, and external stakeholders. You will manage the Director’s and Heads of Team’s Outlook calendars effectively and proactively, anticipating and scheduling regular events, meetings, and appointments in their diary, as well as maintaining inboxes ensuring urgent emails are prioritised. You will assist the team with a range of projects focused on the delivery of Elrha’s programmes and organisational development work, communicating progress updates and ensuring work stays on track, resolving issues and escalating any budget or risk concerns to the Director. You will also coordinate procurement and contract management processes with our client’s procurement teams, ensuring compliance with all processes.
We are looking for an experienced and dependable Executive Assistant/ Personal Assistant who is confident with bags of initiative, discrete and has good judgement. To be successful, you need to have experience of working within a senior team, including providing administrative support, diary and inbox management. You will have experience in coordinating procurement and contracting processes and a flow for project management. You will have excellent attention to detail, strong communication and organisation skills, and a proactive attitude, able to work independently.
As a specialist Recruitment Practice, we are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application.
In order to apply, please submit your up-to-date CV. Should your experience be suitable, we will send you the full job description and will arrange for a phone call to brief you on the role.
**PLEASE NOTE: To apply for this vacancy, please ensure you firstly download a copy of our application form from the documents section when you click through to our prortal and complete it. Click the 'apply' button and fill out your personal details in the relevant sections. Once you have submitted these you will be asked if you would like to attach any documents. At this stage please submit the completed version of the application form.**
BENEFITS
- 28 days holiday + Bank Holidays
- Life Assurance x4 of basic salary
- Income protection scheme
- 8% employer contribution pension scheme
- Flexibility
WHO WE ARE AND WHAT WE DO
United Kingdom for UNHCR is the United Nations Refugee Agency’s national charity partner for the United Kingdom. We generate public awareness of the plight of refugees and raise funds to help protect them through UNHCR’s humanitarian operations across the world.
Our supporters include UK private individuals, communities, corporate partners, trusts and foundations. The funds we raise help UNHCR deliver emergency relief such as shelter, medical care and basic supplies to people fleeing conflict and persecution, as well as healthcare, education and livelihoods opportunities for those who remain displaced over the long term.
Nobody chooses to be a refugee, but we can all play a part in their protection and we want those who work with us to share our values and passion for the cause.
DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION AND BELONGING
We strongly value diversity and recognise that it is critical to our success and the cause that we serve. We are committed to providing an inclusive environment for all who work with us and strongly welcome applications from diverse backgrounds, particularly those with lived experience of being a refugee, asylum seeker, internally displaced person, or a stateless person.
UK for UNHCR is proud to have Diversity & Inclusion Working Group. The Diversity & Inclusion Working Group is a group of colleagues focusing on tasks that drive action in the implementation of our D&I Approach. The group also works to create safe spaces that brings colleagues together for events, discussions and learning experiences that celebrate and support diversity and tackle barriers to inclusion.
We are also open to flexibility in many different ways, including an element of working from home and flexible hours. Please don’t be afraid to speak to us about this at the interview stage, so we can explore what’s possible.
JOB PURPOSE
UK for UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency's national charity partner, is looking for an ambitious and proactive Senior Corporate Partnerships Officer to join the Private Partnerships & Philanthropy team.
ROLE RESPONSIBLITIES
- Account management of a portfolio of high value partnerships, providing first-class relationship management and maximising value, including financial, advocacy, pro bono and in-kind support.
- Work with existing corporate engagement products and support the development of new employee fundraising ideas.
- Research new trends and innovations and emerging areas of interest for corporate partners.
- Act as team lead for quarterly corporate e-newsletter.
- Remain flexible and quickly respond to emergency situations, identifying and responding to fundraising opportunities.
- Support a calendar of cultivation and stewardship events and identify visibility opportunities for UK for UNHCR.
- Collaborate with UK and international Private Partnerships & Philanthropy colleagues where possible to strengthen engagement with partners and prospects across channels.
- Support Senior New Business Officer with prospecting, research and cultivation in designated sectors.
- Maintain up-to-date and accurate data on donors on Salesforce and SharePoint
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES AND EXPERIENCE
Essential Experience
- A track record of stewarding and maximising multi-year corporate partnership(s), preferably within the charity sector.
- A track record of devising and delivering bespoke and engaging partnership fundraising plans and campaigns to increase income.
- Experience of communicating complex themes and subjects to a variety of audiences, written and verbal.
- Experience of event management and co-ordination to engage corporates and their employees
Essential Skills/Knowledge
- Ability to act proactively to identify new engagement and fundraising opportunities.
- Ability to juggle and prioritise multiple tasks and meet deadlines within a collaborative team environment.
- Good attention to detail, strong ability to proof-read and pick up inconsistencies.
- Able to demonstrate flexibility, with a willingness to respond quickly, particularly at times of humanitarian crisis.
- Strong presentation, communication (written and verbal) skills, and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent stakeholder and relationship management skills.
- Strong Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project skills.
Desirable Skills/Experience
- Managing corporate partnerships with the retail/consumer-facing sectors.
- Managing gift-in-kind donations.
- Building a new business pipeline and successfully securing new income.
- Experience of working in a complex, multi-stakeholder environment.
- Passionate interest in refugee or broader charity sector, and the drive to further your fundraising knowledge.
WHY JOIN UNITED KINGDOM FOR UNHCR?
You will be part of a high performing agile team of talented people, all committed to build solidarity and raise funds for refugees and displaced people worldwide. You will be working in a flexible, supportive and inclusive environment, where your work will be recognised and appraised.
What else?
Wellbeing
- 28 days’ leave per annum plus bank holidays (or pro-rata for part time).
- Employee Assistance programme providing 24/7 access to online GP, mental health support and virtual wellbeing.
- Hybrid and Flexible Working.
- Access to 100s of perks with discounts on everyday purchases.
- Office wellness perks.
- Discount on gym memberships.
- Staff socials.
Financial
- Pension scheme with an employer contribution of 8%.
- Non-contributory group life assurance scheme.
- Non-contributory Income protection scheme.
- One-off contribution towards homeworking set up.
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental, and adoption pay.
- Enhanced sick pay scheme.
Development
- Comprehensive training and continuing development opportunities.
- Individual training budget.
HOW TO APPLY
If you have the relevant skills and the passion to use them to support refugees, please apply by completing our application form which is available in the documents section.
Closing date: Sunday 14 July 2024
Interview dates: 18 and 22 July 2024 (first round), and w/c 29 July 2024 (second round).
If you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the application or hiring process that may better facilitate your participation, please contact us on the email address on our online portal. We will make every effort to respond to your request for assistance as soon as possible.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About the Role
This is a mid-level role in a leading international consultancy and research organisation in the field of social development. As a Technical Specialist, you will have the opportunity to work within the Gender-Based Violence (GBV) portfolio, with the potential to work in other thematic areas on gender and social inclusion.
We are seeking candidates who will thrive in a smaller, specialist consultancy organisation in the international development sector. Please read on to learn more about the company, team and role, and the kind of applicants we are looking for.
ROLE OVERVIEW
Summary of role
Reports to: Tina Musuya (Head of Gender-Based Violence Portfolio)
Location: This is a UK-based role. You must have eligibility to work in the UK.
SDDirect's Head Office is located in Old Street, London. We operate a hybrid working model with flexibility on the frequency of office visits. This can be discussed further during the recruitment process. International travel may be required for this role.
Appointment term: Full time, permanent contract
Remuneration Package: This role is Band C with a salary range of £33,500 - £43,000. Salary upon appointment will be commensurate with experience and in line with team members in equivalent roles.
As a Technical Specialist, you will focus on providing research and technical support on GBV across a number of SDDirect’s projects. Your role will involve providing research for our two helpdesks, including the Ending Violence against Women and Children Helpdesk (for UK government staff) and GBV AoR Helpdesk (for humanitarian actors). You could also be involved in providing support to knowledge products and guidance material, policy and programme guidance, specialist research, and monitoring and evaluation of GBV programmes.
Click on the Job description below for a full description of the role's responsibilities, duties, and person specification.
How to Apply
If you are interested in joining our dynamic team, please refer to the Person Specification and submit your tailored CV and cover letter. The deadline for applying is 21st July 2024. Due to the high volume of applications, we are only able to respond to shortlisted candidates.
As this is a UK-based role, please confirm your eligibility to reside and work in the UK as part of your cover letter.
THE ORGANISATION
Afghanaid is a British humanitarian and development organisation operating in Afghanistan. For close to forty years we have worked with millions of deprived, excluded and vulnerable families in some of the poorest and most remote communities in Afghanistan. We build basic services, improve livelihoods, strengthen the rights of women and children, help communities protect against natural disasters and adapt to climate change, and respond to humanitarian emergencies. Our community-led approach ensures Afghans shape their own development, making them active participants in shaping the future of their country. With our years of experience, our majority Afghan team, and our deep understanding of local, cultural and ethnic issues, we have earned great trust and respect among the communities we work alongside. This has allowed us to gain access to some of the most underserved areas of the country.
JOB PROFILE
Reporting to the UK Head of Communications and Giving (HC&G), you will be at the forefront of demonstrating to the public how Afghanaid is changing lives in Afghanistan, and raise awareness of key issues communities we work with are facing. You will lead the development and delivery of the organisation’s media and PR strategy, building out Afghanaid’s capacity to pitch stories, field opportunities, cultivate a strong network of journalists and high profile supporters, and ultimately secure coverage and opportunities that drive the success of the organisation’s campaigns and heighten Afghanaid’s credibility and profile.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Media and Public Relations
- Design and action an annual Media and PR strategy based on wider team and organisational goals;
- Conceptualise and deliver strategic earned media campaigns, supporting the HC&G to execute and maximise the success of multi-channel campaign development and execution;
- Proactively identify, pitch and advocate for compelling stories, strategically engaging with journalists to expand message reach and ensure brand integrity;
- Field inbound media inquiries, liaising with journalists and colleagues to maximise opportunities;
- Craft and distribute timely press releases, comments, and statements;
- Work with colleagues to cultivate a strong spokesperson team, with a particular focus on developing Afghanaid’s thought leadership;
- Support spokesperson briefing, developing talking points, interview briefs, Q&A materials and drafting speeches;
- Compile up-to-date and detailed media lists, cultivating warm media contacts through high quality stewardship;
- Monitor media coverage on Afghanistan and Afghanaid, including articles, live news, and social media activity to keep abreast of unfolding stories, identifying trends, cultural moments and other opportunities relevant to Afghanaid and devising ways to get involved;
- Generate content for various owned communication channels including the website, newsletters, and social media platforms, keeping the Media hub on the website up to date with the latest news, coverage, and journalist information, and making suggestions for refinement.
- Work with Communications Officer to maintain and execute a coordinated communications calendar, ensuring day-to-day team activities via earned, paid and digital communications streams are synchronised and symbiotic;
- Identify a wide range opportunities for positive exposure of Afghanaid that may inspire new support;
- Work with HC&G to support relationship management of external agencies and consultants, identifying and responding to opportunities to utilise pro-bono support from such businesses;
- Collect and analyse data and produce reports and presentations on key media and PR performance indicators to assess the effectiveness and reach of our communications activities and make recommendations for improvement;
- Identify and pursue opportunities to utilise high profile and celebrity support. Work collaboratively with other members of the Communications and Giving team to engage these contacts in media campaigns, appeals, digital communications and events, and where possible and appropriate cultivate Ambassador-style partnerships;
- Attend relevant events, external fora and working group meetings and identify opportunities for involvement with advocacy initiatives, particularly those within the climate space, that benefits Afghanaid’s goals and reputation;
- Any other tasks as assigned by the line manager, MD and/or Directorate.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Education & Professional Qualification
- A bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent work experience;
Work Experience
- At least 3 years’ demonstrable experience in Media, Public Relations or Communications.
Professional Skills, Competencies, Values and Attitudes
Afghanaid is seeking an enthusiastic self-starter who is passionate about mobilising support for Afghanaid's work and challenging accepted narratives about Afghanistan. The ideal candidate will have a strong eye for engaging stories, a talent for building strong relationships with the media and/or other strategic communications outlets, and experience in generating momentum behind a cause. They will showcase a strong desire to work successfully with colleagues to grow and take real ownership of a fast growing function within a reputable organisation. Specifically, the holder of this position should also demonstrate the following:
Essential:
- A strong understanding of the UK’s media environment and knowledge of how to engage journalists across broadcast, print and digital media outlets across the media landscape;
- Existing network of warm journalist contacts;
- Knowledge of how to plan and execute media campaigns, end-to-end;
- Experience in building awareness of an organisation’s profile, positioning and core messaging via earned media that supports income generation;
- Experience and demonstrable success in building and maintaining excellent relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, particularly in generating sustained engagement from high profile supporters;
- Experience communicating about crisis contexts or sensitive issues, with the proven ability to produce and advocate for sensitive, ethical and nuanced communications and storytelling;
- A self-starter, able to work independently, identify and make the most of emerging opportunities, manage varied workloads and work to deadlines. A desire to grow and take real ownership of a fast growing function;
- Passion for demonstrating the value of media and PR to internal stakeholders and for building trust amongst spokespeople;
- Passion for keeping abreast of sectoral trends and organisational learnings, using insights to inform and improve media strategy;
- Excellent writing skills and attention to detail, with the drive and personal integrity to produce high-quality and accurate work;
- Excellent IT skills, particularly in using Microsoft Office and Canva;
- An outgoing, adaptive and resilient personality, enthusiastic about working successfully within a tight-knit environment;
- Sensitivity to Islamic culture and respect of Afghan customs and traditions;
- Experience and/or willingness to occasionally work outside normal office hours to attend events, respond to enquiries and opportunities, and occasionally deal with unfolding crises (which will be eligible for time off in lieu);
- The right to work in the UK.
Desirable:
- Thorough understanding of the current and historical context in Afghanistan and the wider region, as well as experience in a humanitarian/development organisation specifically;
- Experience running media and/or advocacy campaigns about climate change;
- Experience collaborating with other organisations to draft advocacy messaging;
- Experience in using media monitoring tools;
- Experience drawing up annual or multi-year strategies for media functions;
- Ability to speak Dari and/or Pashto.
OTHER INFORMATION
Afghanaid’s core values are creativity, fairness and honesty. Our staff are passionate about and proud to work at Afghanaid. Teamwork is fundamental to our standards and demonstrated by taking initiative, assisting others and taking on additional responsibilities and tasks if necessary. We are results driven, committed and motivated to achieve targets and take accountability for our own actions.
Afghanaid is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from under-represented and intersectional groups.
Working with communities in Afghanistan to find long-lasting solutions and provide life-saving support to those in crisis.
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About the role
The aim of this newly created role is to lead organisational change on safeguarding and protection across Care4Calais.
The Head of Safeguarding and Protection will provide strategic and operational leadership across all protection and safeguarding prevention, reporting and response initiatives to facilitate a values-led organisational culture of safety, non-discrimination, dignity and respect for all.
Responsibilities
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Develop, lead and implement safeguarding and protection strategy across the whole organisation.
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Manage the incident management and referral process for safeguarding and protection incidents.
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Oversee the implementation of Care4Calais’ mental health and wellbeing initiatives.
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Develop and deliver training and resources on safeguarding and protection to grow capacity across the organisation.
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Attend and contribute meaningfully to team meetings.
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Develop and maintain a network of key contacts within relevant authorities, legal teams dealing with immigration and public law matters, and other NGOs focused on the support of refugees and people seeking asylum.
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Attend relevant external meetings, representing the organisation as needed, ensuring that knowledge and learning is shared across the department.
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Complete relevant external training required to undertake the role.
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Be prepared to travel to locations in UK and France where C4C staff are operating.
Person Specification
Essential Criteria:
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Significant experience of leading organisational change on safeguarding and protection initiatives in an international humanitarian context.
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Experience and knowledge of international safeguarding and protection standards and good practices, as well as legal and regulatory obligations applicable to charities registered in the UK and (desirable) France.
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Experience of implementing safeguarding measures for children and adults at risk of harm.
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Significant experience of incident management and investigations.
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Demonstrable experience of acting with integrity and moral courage in challenging circumstances.
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Understanding of, and commitment to, challenging intersectional power differentials that can contribute to an organisational culture with high safeguarding risks.
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Understanding of, and commitment to, survivor-centred, trauma-informed and rights-based approaches to safeguarding and protection.
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Experience of developing and delivering training on safeguarding and protection at all levels.
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Understanding and experience of safeguarding and protection issues related to volunteers including mental health and resilience.
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Resilience in the face of challenging and emotionally demanding situations, with a positive and solution-oriented mindset.
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Exceptional written and oral communication skills, including the ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely.
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Meticulous attention to detail in documentation and case records, ensuring accuracy and compliance with protocols.
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A demonstrable understanding of confidentiality.
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Demonstrable commitment to Care4Calais’ values and mission.
Desirable
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Proficiency in one or more of the languages spoken within asylum seeking communities, such as, but not limited to: Arabic, Farsi, Pashto, Dari, Kurdish Sorani, Tigrinya, Amharic.
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Experience of working with asylum seekers, refugees, displaced people or for human rights-based organisations.
The successful applicant will be provided with the induction and training needed for them to succeed in the role. Care4Calais is dedicated to cultivating a diverse and inclusive work environment and recognises that this is invaluable to our ability to serve the communities we support.
We therefore welcome and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds including from Black, Asian and Minority-Ethnic communities, people from refugee and migrant backgrounds, and people with lived experience of the UK immigration system. If you have any questions about this or need additional support with the application process for any reason, please contact us.
Care4Calais is committed to safeguarding, so our selection process includes rigorous background checks and assessments to ensure post holders demonstrate attitudes and values that align with our commitment to an organisational culture that promotes safeguarding.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Grant Custodian Project Coordinator & Support Lead
Location: United Kingdom
Salary: £36000 - £38000 per annum
Contract: Fixed Term - until 31 December 2025, 35 hours per week
Are you a seasoned project coordinator with a knack for managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects? Join a leading UK Charity, a catalyst for system-level change in humanitarian action. in this role, you'll play a pivotal part in transitioning grant custodianship from one household charity to another!
Main Responsibilities:
- Schedule and attend project meetings, take minutes and follow up on actions using Asana
- Draft and disseminate key communications and updates to stakeholders
- Set up and maintain consistent project reporting and documentation
- Coordinate with finance, legal, HR, and other teams to ensure smooth project operations
- Monitor project progress and update stakeholders regularly
- Support the creation and updating of essential project documents and risk management plans
Essential Skills:
- Extensive experience in managing large, multi-country, multi-team projects
- Excellent negotiation and communication skills
- Proven ability to influence change at both operational and strategic levels
- Award management experience, ideally with institutional funders
- Strong organisational skills, including multitasking and time management
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management tools, particularly Asana
- Excellent writing skills, with experience in drafting formal reports for senior audiences
- Understanding of risk matrix in project management
Desired Skills:
- Experience in the charity or humanitarian sector
- Previous involvement in a spin-off process
- Confidence in creating timelines and Grant charts
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Comprehensive health benefits
- Generous holiday allowance
- Professional development opportunities
- Flexible working arrangements
This is an excellent opportunity in a very well-known and CV-enhancing organisation. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid missing out.
In our company values we aim for equity at all stages of the recruitment process, please let us know if we can do anything to make the process more accessible to you.