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As Digital Content Manager, you will play a crucial role in promoting, enabling, and supporting the digital ambitions of Alzheimer’s Research UK (ARUK), bringing our brand and purpose to life for our online supporters and audiences. You will take charge of our web content, structure and user experience, working with and advising teams across the charity. You will also be required to work closely with our partner agencies, helping to deliver our ongoing strategic web projects.
The role reports to the Head of Digital, with direct line management responsibilities of a Website Development Officer. A Digital Analytics Officer also sits within this team.
This is a 12-month fixed term contract, or on return of the substantive post holder, to cover a period of maternity leave.
Main duties and responsibilities of the role:
· Ongoing development and implementation of ARUK’s web content strategy, including microsites and apps, where appropriate.
· Working with teams across ARUK to ensure content is up to date and meets Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) / Accessibility standards.
· Play a leading role in the creation of campaign landing pages, working closely with the Digital Campaigns Manager to ensure that landing pages are effective, with clear calls to action.
· Review and develop user journeys on the website.
· Using data insights to inform website design and content.
· Identify and prioritise key web development activities for the Web Development Officer and Analytics Officer.
· Ongoing review and optimisation of pages on the website.
· Review and recommend changes to the website information architecture, through internal consultation, workshops, data analysis and user research.
· Ensure that digital content is visually appealing, on-brand and functional.
· Help to drive continuous improvement on digital platforms and keep the charity at the forefront of developments in digital marketing.
· Help to edit and upload content to the website, as required.
· Team management and development, working alongside the Head of Digital and Director to inspire and motivate team members to fulfil their potential.
What we are looking for:
· Previous experience within a similar website management role.
· Demonstrable web development and digital content experience.
· A strong grasp of SEO principles.
· Experience using a website content management system.
· Strong Google Analytics and AdWords experience, with an appreciation for how those help to inform web content.
· Demonstrable project planning, management and delivery experience.
· Copy writing skills, with a flair for writing copy that is suitable for digital consumption.
· A confident communicator who is comfortable attending and leading meetings and workshops.
· Strong organisational skills, able to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously, as well as the ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines and prioritise.
· A strong collaborator.
· Confident in reviewing website Information and Architecture and managing changes to website structure.
· An enthusiasm for demonstrating the potential of digital content.
· A creative and innovative approach.
· Ideas-driven and solutions orientated.
Additional Information:
Ways of working: As part of our Agile ways of working you will be required to work approximately 2 days a week from the office, which is subject to the requirements of the role and the business needs. Flexibility on where you work can be split between working from home and our office.
Roles that are classed as part of the Agile ways of working are not able to claim any costs for Mileage/Travel on Public Transport, Accommodation and/or Meals. This includes when attending the office for various meetings/events.
Our Office: Our office is at 3 Riverside, Granta Park, Great Abington, Cambridge, CB21 6AD.
Salary: Circa £45,000 per annum, plus benefits
Please download the Vacancy Pack for more information.
The closing date for applications is the 21st July 2024, with interviews likely to be held week commencing the 29th July 2024. We would encourage you to submit your application at the earliest opportunity as the closing date may be brought forward at any time. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date.
We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures, in particular those from ethnic minority backgrounds who are currently under-represented. Any offer of employment is however subject to you having the right to work in the UK.
As part of our commitment to be an inclusive employer and ensure fairness and consistency in selecting the best candidate for this role, your CV will be anonymised as part of the selection process. Should you need any adjustments at either the application or interview stage, then please do contact us via our website.
How to apply: Please create an online account using our Online Recruitment Platform which can be accessed through our Job Vacancies page. You will be able to attach your CV to your application and track the status of your application.
About Alzheimer’s Research UK:
Alzheimer's Research UK is the UK's leading dementia research charity. Our mission is to accelerate progress towards a cure. Today 1 in 2 people will be impacted by dementia, either through caring for a loved one, developing it themselves or tragically both. But there is hope.
There has never been a more important and exciting time in dementia research. With promising new drugs in clinical trials that slow the progression of the diseases that cause it, and revolutionary new ways to diagnose them on the horizon, we are now at a tipping point. Working with the smartest minds globally and across the UK, with industry and academia, Alzheimer’s Research UK is uniquely placed to invest in the very best research identifying barriers to a cure and knocking them down so that there are more and better treatments for everyone with dementia. For the first time in history, we can see a future where people with dementia can get a swift and accurate diagnosis, and effective treatments that could slow or even stop their disease. We stand for everyone affected by dementia. We stand for a cure.
In 2022, we were incredibly proud to be awarded a 3-star accreditation by Best Companies which recognises ‘World Class’ levels of workplace engagement and were also listed in the prestigious Best Companies lists:
• 48th in the 100 Best Large Companies to Work For in the UK.
• 19th in the 100 Best Companies to Work For in the East of England.
• 3rd in the 50 Best Companies to Work For in the Charity Sector.
In addition, we were also shortlisted for a special award recognising the work undertaken on reducing our environmental impact.
In 2021, we were awarded the HR Management award by The Charity Times for our Wellbeing initiatives throughout the pandemic.
In 2020, we demonstrated our commitment to changing the way we think and act about mental health in the workplace and signed the Time to Change Employer Pledge.
ARUK really does look after its people, where you will be able to add value and make a difference.
To view further details about working for us and the benefits we offer, please visit Alzheimer’s Research UK
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Supporter Services Officer
Salary - £23,948 to £26,133 per annum
Full time, 12 months’ fixed term contract
About the role
Our supporters are really important to us which is why we want to do everything we can to make their experience of being part of the Practical Action team a positive one. Our Supporter Services Team work tirelessly to deliver the highest level of service possible to our supporters at all points of contact, including email, phone, and postal channels. So whether it’s processing donations or answering enquiries, our aim is to make sure our supporters know how vital they are to us and for them to feel valued.
About you
As a Supporter Services Officer you’ll be part of a busy team delivering an outstanding multi-channel contact service to Practical Action’s existing and potential supporters and donors. You will have a passion for people and will always be looking to go the extra mile to help others.
Previous experience of processing financial transactions and delivering high levels of customer service is essential and you’ll enjoy talking to supporters over the telephone, via email or letter. You’ll be a real team player and be able to work closely with colleagues in the Supporter Experience and Stewardship team and the wider Supporter Experience and Digital Division.
This is a demanding role that requires high levels of supporter relationship management, engagement and dynamism as well as an attention to detail, especially when it comes to income processing and database management. So, if you share our passion, are energetic and think you have the right skills and experience to join our Supporter Services team, we’d love to hear from you.
Key Working Relationships
The post-holder will report directly to the Supporter Experience Manager and will regularly collaborate with the rest of the Supporter Experience, Insight, Trusts and Major Donor and Digital teams. The post-holder will be expected to liaise effectively with other staff and teams across the Marketing Directorate.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Supporter Relationship Management
- To provide the best possible experience for our supporters, at all points of contact, including email, phone and postal channels.
- To keep informed and up to date about all relevant activities of Practical Action in the countries of operation, retaining and managing information needed to respond to supporters.
- To make outbound telephone calls and emails as required to new supporters, follow up queries, verify details or thank donors, acting as an ambassador for Supporter Services and Practical Action at all times.
Income Processing / Database Management
- To deal with incoming and outgoing post, all donations made online via the Practical Action website and other charitable giving platforms, ensuring all donations are handled accurately and in line with agreed procedures.
- To process cash donations effectively and accurately onto our database.
- To produce and send out letters of acknowledgement to supporters, personalising these communications appropriately.
- To set up Direct Debits/Standing Orders, handle upgrades and other changes to committed gifts, issuing appropriate communications to supporters.
- To accurately process and commit Direct Debit claims.
- To manage Gift Aid on supporter records. This will include setting up new declarations, ending and cancelling declarations and sending out notifications to supporters.
- To deal with new supporters’ welcome communications.
- To liaise with supporters regarding cancellation of donations.
- To update supporter information on the database such as personal details, communication preferences, and other indications of interest or activities to ensure that all our donor information is up to date.
- To undertake manual data entry where required, and to work to avoid the need for duplication of data entry, and ensure automation where possible.
- To pull information required, download and process third party donations ensuring that they are compliant with GDPR.
Compliance
- To keep abreast of all legislation relating to charitable giving such as PCI DSS, Institute of Fundraising guidelines and best practice, Data Protection and Gift Aid Regulations.
- To ensure data is managed to appropriate standards of data protection and security.
- To be aware of and consistently using organisational policies and procedures
Team Working
- To undertake and participate on projects as directed by the Supporter Experience Manager.
- To work closely with the team to review and improve practices and procedures, implementing positive changes and improving efficiency.
- To contribute to organisational meetings e.g. Stand Up, team away days etc.
- To be proactive in joining cross functional working groups.
- To work closely with the finance and fundraising teams to ensure that all processes are working to the highest standard.
- To undertake other tasks that may be reasonably requested by the Supporter Experience Manager and Head of Supporter Experience and Digital.
PERSON PROFILE
Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience
- Relevant experience in a customer or supporter service environment with experience of processing financial transactions and using a CRM database.
- Educated to GCSE level or equivalent, including English and Mathematics
Skills, Abilities and Competences
- Excellent communications skills, both written and verbal
- Excellent call handling skills and the ability to respectfully, honestly and transparently adjust communication to audience recognising the importance of diversity
- Able to use a CRM database
- Able to work across a team following business controls and systems
- Good understanding of the Microsoft Office suite (word, Excel etc. at advanced level)
- Ability to multitask and be able to manage changing priorities
- Ability to work on own initiative to solve problems
- Understanding of data protection legislation
- Prepared to learn or already have an understanding of gift aid legislation, Payment Card Industry, Data Security Standards compliance and charity sector guidelines and best practice.
Why join us?
- The opportunity to work for an organisation that is making a positive difference to the lives of people worldwide, a friendly and supportive culture, working with values-driven and highly engaged colleagues are just some of the reasons we think Practical Action is a great place to work.
- Our open plan offices are located in the centre of Rugby near to the train station.
- In addition, we offer the following benefits:
- 27 days’ holiday in addition to public holidays.
- A pension scheme that new employees can join from day one of employment – (rules apply) employer contributes 10.5% of salary and the employee contributes a minimum of 5%.
- Life assurance (3 x annual salary).
- Cycle to Work scheme.
About us
We are an international development organisation putting ingenious ideas to work so people in poverty can change their world.
We help people find solutions to some of the world’s toughest problems. Challenges made worse by catastrophic climate change and persistent gender inequality. We work with communities to develop ingenious, lasting, and locally owned solutions for agriculture, water and waste management, climate resilience, and clean energy. And we share what works with others, so answers that start small can grow big.
We’re a global change-making group. The group consists of a UK-registered charity with community projects in Africa, Asia, and Latin America, an independent development publishing company, and a technical consulting service. We combine these specialisms to multiply our impact and help shape a world that works better for everyone.
Additional information
Practical Action believes that having a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace culture based on respect will enable us to be an effective organisation. We seek to create an inclusive workplace in which people are accepted as individuals, regardless of their differences and where they feel their contribution is valued. Practical Action is an equal opportunities employer, and we encourage applications from under-represented groups.
We stay committed to cultivating an inclusive and diverse working environment and believe that people from different backgrounds or cultures give us different perspectives, and the more perspectives we have, the more successful we will be. By building a culture where everyone feels heard, respected, and valued we give everyone working with us the opportunity to achieve their full potential.
Practical Action is committed to safeguarding and protecting children and vulnerable adults and as such candidates will be subject to pre-employment checks including criminal checks and terrorist financing.
Please note that should we recruit a suitable candidate before the closing date, we will close applications earlier than the specified date.
The successful applicant must have the pre-existing right to both live and work in the UK.
Closing date for applications: Friday 26th July 2024
Interviews: It is anticipated that interviews will take place in the week commencing 5th August 2024.
HOW TO APPLY
If you want to work for a charity with significant people ambitions, then we would like to hear from you. To apply, please submit a copy of your CV and a supporting statement outlining your suitability for the role.
Please ensure a supporting statement is submitted alongside the CV
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
About Global Health 50/50:
Global Health 50/50 (GH5050) provides rigorous data and insight in the pursuit of gender equality within global health and across sectors, systems and frameworks. Established in 2017, GH5050 operates as an independent, evidence-driven initiative with charitable status registered in the UK. Our ethos revolves around the principles of human rights, particularly in relation to gender equality, and we are resolute in our commitment to effecting meaningful change.
At GH5050, we embrace an authoritative, analytical approach, underpinned by a genuine concern for social justice and equity. Our work transcends borders, drawing upon a wealth of data-led insights to inform policy, shape discourse, and drive tangible progress. As a trusted source of information and analysis, we serve as both catalyst and convener, fostering collaboration among diverse stakeholders to effect change.
While founded to monitor and act on inequalities and inequities in the global health sector, GH5050 is now embarking on an ambitious expansion into new sectors, including law and justice and finance and economics building upon our proven model of data-driven advocacy. By leveraging partnerships, engaging stakeholders, and amplifying marginalized voices, we aim to make enduring contributions to the global pursuit of gender parity and social justice.
Role Summary
The Operations Executive will join a small but rapidly growing team working at GH50/50. Within this role, and in close collaboration with the Head of Operations you will ensure high quality administrative support across GH50/50, setting the entire team up for success. This is a crucial role that will ensure that things run effectively and efficiently in support of our mission.
This is a brand new role for GH50/50, therefore we are looking for a bright, self-starter who can work with the Head of Operations to shape the role; providing recommendations to the organisation on administrative processes and own their projects from conception to delivery. You will play a pivotal role in supporting the charity's administrative and strategic initiatives as we enter a new phase of growth. We foresee that the successful candidate will enjoy variety, will be highly organised and will have a can-do attitude.
Job Responsibilities:
o Support the Head of Operations in the smooth and efficient running of the GH50/50 office.
o Collaborate with the Head of Operations to source and roll out a new organisation-wide management system for GH50/50, ensuring thoughtful integration into our current working practices.
o Organise the Co-CEOs calendars, including scheduling meetings and appointments.
o Support the Head of Operations to prepare and manage correspondence, reports, and documents as required.
o Alongside the Head of Operations, maintain effective office management and administrative procedures.
o Manage and triage the organisational email account
o Monitor and update the organisation-wide contact database
o Ensure compliance with data protection and ethics legislation, including being up to date with GDPR requirements (training can be provided).
o Coordinate support to the team on basic financial management tasks, including expense claims and other reporting.
o Arrange and coordinate internal and external meetings, including managing calendars, conference call logistics, venue booking and wider meeting preparation tasks, preparing agendas, and minute-taking/dissemination of actions.
o Attendance at internal meetings across all work streams to increase information sharing and keep a sense of organisations objectives
o Coordinate the distribution of board and trustee and advisory group(s) meeting materials and invites.
o Support the Head of Operations to improve the ease of filing documents through our current system - SharePoint.
o Own the planning and organising of certain events, including launches, roundtables and conferences. This will include event management and travel booking, when required.
o Flexibility to take on additional administrative tasks as and when needed in support of the charity.
Skills and Qualifications:
● A keen self starter, who is passionate about the GH50/50 mission and where they can have impact.
● Experience in working with or for academic institutes for research organisations would be beneficial, as would experience working with a remote team with globally based stakeholders
● Excellent organisational and time management skills.
● Strong communication skills, written and verbal, with high emotional intelligence.
● Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, and familiarity with HR and financial management systems.
● Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build collaborative professional relationships with a wide range of partners across diverse contexts, including whilst working remotely.
● Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
● Knowledge and understanding of the charity sector.
All Staff are required to:
● Demonstrate commitment to GH50/50’s organisational values, including exercising high ethical standards with attention to teamwork, collaboration and integrity.
● Ensure that they have read and understood all mandatory policies and procedures.
● Uphold the Equality, Diversity & Inclusion and Anti-Harassment and Bullying Policies, ensuring effective implementation in all aspects of their work for the Charity.
● Act always within the Charity Rules, Policies, Procedures, and any other statutory requirements.
● Be proactive, bring ideas, suggestions and contribute to the improvement and development of the charity.
● Undertake training as required.
● Attend staff and team meetings as required.
● Observe health and safety procedures in the workplace to ensure personal safety and to safeguard the interests and safety of colleagues and visitors.
● To establish, foster and maintain close working relationships with other functions to allow swift resolution of issues and sharing of knowledge.
● Undertake other duties and responsibilities as appropriate since all staff are expected to work flexibly within their skill level to respond to changing priorities.
Our generous staff benefits include:
● 28 days annual leave (pro rata for p/t), plus bank holidays. In addition, we provide 3 days leave over the Christmas and New Year period.
● Flexible working arrangements with at least 1-2 days per week in the Cambridge office
● 5% employer pension contribution
● Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) via Health Assured
● Professional Development and Training
Global Health 50/50 wants to fast-forward the pace of change to make global health more gender equal.
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The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Salary (grade 8): £47,268 - £51,870 per annum (dependent upon experience)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week (full-time, permanent)
Location: National Museum of the Royal Navy, Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, Portsmouth (from time to time, travel to our other UK based sites will be required) with the opportunity to adopt hybrid working
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an Individual Giving specialist to join the Fundraising & Partnerships Team at the National Museum of the Royal Navy.
Our fundraising income has grown significantly over the last few years thanks to a talented team, and we have an ambitious strategy to grow this income even further.
As a Fundraising & Partnership team we build internal and external relationships to secure financial support to bring to life our collections, care for our objects, engage with young people, fund our capital projects and underpin our core costs.
We do this by sharing the passion of our colleagues; appreciating and sharing our collective experience, knowledge and skills; and advocating about how the NMRN positively impacts local economies, visitors and the wider public understanding of the Royal Navy.
When our team excels we help to deliver NMRN’s vision of becoming the world’s most inspiring Naval Museum, linking Navy to Nation, and inspiring enjoyment and engagement with the story of the Royal Navy and its role in shaping both our nation and the modern world.
We’re now seeking an Individual Giving Lead to drive forward our work in this fundraising strand and exploit NMRN’s investment in brand, audience development and CRM.
Key Opportunities
* Growing our individual giving programme with a particular focus on regular giving, major appeals, capital projects, adopt-an-object, and exploring opportunities through content and gaming.
* Developing and implementing a major donor and mid-level giving programme.
* Working with the Customer Relationship Manager and Web Lead use our data to build supporter and donor journeys.
* Collaborating with the Communications and Content team to drive individual giving opportunities through content on NMRN’s digital channels, as well as those of partners.
* Creating a legacy giving programme that raises awareness of the importance of legacy and gift-in-will bequest and results in an increased number of pledges.
* Working in tandem with the Corporate & New Business Partnership Lead to develop a payroll giving scheme.
If your goal is to develop your career in fundraising in a rewarding role with plenty of opportunities to lead projects and make a difference then we want to meet you.
Knowledge/Experience
We are scaling up our work so we are expanding our team with talented, motivated, and ambitious individuals who want to contribute to helping us become the world’s most inspiring naval museum, to do this you will be a highly motivated individual who is cheerful, personable and equally content with writing strategies as doing the underpinning work.
The successful candidate will be able to evidence their ability to:
* grow, coordinate, and implement regular giving
* generate donations that support major appeals / campaigns
* writing compelling cases-for-support and donor communications
* establish effective working relationships with key stakeholders both internally and externally
* develop, communicate, and execute initiatives and effective pragmatic solutions
* work with others to develop effective and targeted email marketing using CRM data
* develop stewardship plans for individual givers and major donors
We Provide:
• The opportunity to be part of a friendly and diverse workplace within a unique heritage environment.
• Group pension plan with Royal London (6% employer contributions, 2% employee contributions and death in service benefit).
• 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), increasing to 30 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) after 5 years’ service.
• Free parking.
• Occupational sick pay.
• Enhanced maternity/adoption and paternity pay.
• Flexible working.
• Professional membership fees.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Free admission to other national museums and attractions within the reciprocal agreement.
• Discounts at our shops and cafes.
• Free and discounted tickets for family and friends.
This post requires a DBS check as a requirement of working on the naval base. This is not a UK sponsored visa role therefore candidates must have the right to work in the UK to apply for this role.
For further details, or an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Helen McKenna-Aspell, Associate Executive Director: Funding & Partnerships – helen.mckennaaspell(at)nmrn(dot)org(dot)uk
Please submit your applciations via 'Apply via website' no later than midnight, Monday 22nd July 2024. We will be conducting interviews in Portsmouth in July.
If you require reasonable adjustments to be made to the application process because of a disability, please contact the People team on recruitment(at)nmrn(dot)org(dot)uk for support.
Poverty is not God's plan. You are.
As Tearfund's Internal Communications and Engagement Officer you will play a critical role in inspiring, connecting and informing almost 1,000 staff across the globe to work towards our mission: to see people freed from poverty, living transformed lives and reaching their God-given potential.
We are a small, friendly and creative team with a passion for a fairer and more just world.
You will be working on our weekly publication, on live events, on standalone communication campaigns, on video and podcast editing, proofreading, corporate communications and plenty more.
Interested? Here is what we are after
- You are an excellent writer using plain English as our primary working language.
- You have a nose for a good story and know how to source it and tell it.
- You can spot a typo at 100 paces.
- You can run an internal communications campaign from start to finish, using insight, creativity and analytics.
- You have basic video / audio editing skills and ideally know your way around some of the Adobe Creative Suite products.
- You are a flexible, enthusiastic team player.
- You take initiative, make suggestions and are happy to work independently.
- You are passionate about modern trends in communications and always look for ways to improve how we work.
- You are committed to Tearfund's Christian beliefs, and care deeply about our mission to follow Jesus where the need is greatest.
Are you up for the challenge and want to be part of something truly rewarding and meaningful? Then we would love to hear from you.
Please note: If you are based in the UK you will be required to come in to the office more often (at least once a month, with extra requirements for additional live in-person events (approximately six per year)).
Get in touch for more information or to apply.
The recruitment process will include specific checks related to safeguarding. In addition, personal identification information will be submitted against a watchlist database to check against criminal convictions, as a counter-terror measure.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Inspiring Girls International is a global organization dedicated to raising the aspirations of young girls by connecting them with female role models from various industries. Our mission is to inspire girls to aim high and pursue their dreams, regardless of gender stereotypes.
The Role:
We’re seeking a creative and enthusiastic Digital Communications and Campaigns Officer to help amplify our mission and purpose through digital content. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in digital marketing, excellent communication skills, and a passion for working with an organization focused on women and girls. You’ll take on a key role in our digital content creation, helping to plan and produce engaging content for social platforms and our website, and drive forward exciting global campaigns. This is a UK based role, with regular travel to London required for team catch-ups.
Key Responsibilities:
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Deliver a digital communications and campaigns strategy that supports the organization's goals.
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Create and manage content for the organization’s website, social media channels, and other digital platforms.
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Plan, coordinate, and implement digital campaigns, ensuring consistent messaging and branding.
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Monitor and analyze the performance of digital communications and campaigns, providing insights and recommendations for improvement.
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Manage social media accounts, including content creation, scheduling, and community engagement.
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Oversee the production of multimedia content, including videos, graphics and presentation materials as needed.
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Collaborate with international teams to ensure consistent messaging and branding across major campaigns and all digital channels.
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Conduct research on digital marketing trends, best practices, and competitor activities to inform campaign strategies.
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Maintain the organization's digital asset library and ensure all content is up-to-date and aligned with branding guidelines.
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Assist with the ideation and execution of partnership communications deliverables.
Experience and skills
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Creative thinker with a passion for storytelling and content creation.
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Proven experience in digital communications, social media management, and content creation.
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Strong understanding of social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube.
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Proficiency in graphic design tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite) and video editing software.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with excellent attention to detail
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Ability to problem solve and approach challenges in a creative way
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Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
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Ability to motivate and inspire internal and external stakeholders
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Passion for Inspiring Girls International’s mission and values.
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Self-motivated, and comfortable working as part of a small team.
Desirable
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Experience working in the nonprofit sector or with social impact organizations.
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Familiarity with online fundraising and donor engagement strategies.
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Knowledge of SquareSpace web design
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Experience in media relations.
Benefits:
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Opportunity to work with a global team committed to empowering young girls.
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Flexible remote working environment.
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Professional development opportunities.
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Meaningful work that makes a positive impact on society.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Our partner is a nonprofit organization providing accessible & effective mental health interventions for youths. They are seeking a part-time CFO to add expertise and oversight of their finance function to ensure financial sustainability. This role is a really interesting opportunity for an experienced finance professional to shape the finance function of a young, but growing organisation.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement financial strategies, and lead the development of financial projections and scenario planning to inform decision making.
- Lead the finance function, overseeing the day-to-day operations (cash, accounts payable, accounts receivables and payroll) and ensure compliance with accounting and financial reporting standards, as well as legal and regulatory requirements for Kenya and the USA
- Evaluate and implement financial systems and processes to improve efficiency, accuracy, and transparency
- Oversee the preparation of budgets, financial statements, and other financial reports
- Develop and manage the organization's risk management
- Lead, develop, and mentor a team of young professionals
Requirements
- Qualified accountant with at least 5 years of relevant experience, and willing to be hands on.
- Strong technical accounting experience covering financial accounting, management accounting, budget creation and monitoring, financial analysis, and reporting, preferably within a not for profit.
- Experience of working in a start-up or of establishing a finance function is strongly desirable.
- Experience of leading a finance function, including providing financial analysis & insight and strategic advice to aid decision making.
- Experience of grants management, compliance and reporting
- Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to work with both finance and non-finance staff.
- Strong strategic and problem solving skills.
This is a remote role, although they would be open to someone working from their office.
They anticipate the role will require 2 days/week, perhaps with more time required initially to set up the finance function and then at important times in the year, including year-end.
We’re looking for a UX designer and researcher to join the Service Design team on a permanent contract.
We’re a small team of 14 who are committed to growing user-centred design skills and best practice across the organisation.
We want someone with skills in both UX design and user research. The ideal candidate would have experience in roles such as UX Design, Interaction Design, and User Research.
We need someone that has the ideas and confidence to lead a team, and influence how we do things. And if you’re comfortable working across a service and tackling exciting design challenges, you’re ticking all the right boxes.
Interview Date: Tue 23rd and Wed 24th July
Location: We have a hybrid approach to working, work pattern and location will be agreed with the successful candidate. Our team works from home most of the time. We meet up in-person every 6-8 weeks. Some project teams choose to meet up more often. We have offices in Belfast, Birmingham, Cardiff, Exeter, Glasgow, Leeds, London, Newcastle and Newtown.
Your experience
Please align your supporting statement to the criteria below, this is how your application will be scored.
Essential - You must be able to:
- absorb large amounts of conflicting information and use it to produce simple and accessible designs
- design and conduct research for an end-to-end service – for example, you can bring a range of tools and methodologies to the team like A-B testing, in-depth interviews, unmoderated studies and experience mapping
- define and implement a user-research strategy that continuously places our users at the heart of everything we do
- manage a small team of user researchers and be responsible for your team’s personal development and performance
- work alongside other user-centered design disciplines such as other UX Design, Content Design and Service Design
- contribute to a design system
- contribute to a UX roadmap that will guide designers, product management and technical teams
- represent UX and research in cross-functional discussions – both within the Service Design team and the wider business.
Desirable
It would be great if you know how to:
- collect data to help inform design decisions – for example, using things like Google Analytics 4.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Communities in the UK come in all shapes and sizes. National Lottery funding is for everyone – therefore, we are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and we work hard to ensure our funding reaches where it is needed.
We also believe our people should represent the communities, organisations and individuals we work with. That’s why The National Lottery Community Fund is committed to being an inclusive employer and a great place to work. We recognise and celebrate the fact that our people come from diverse backgrounds. We positively welcome applications from people from ethnic minority backgrounds, people with disabilities or longstanding health conditions, people who are LGBTQ+, and people from different socio-economic and educational backgrounds, as well as people of all ages.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we take a proactive approach in making reasonable adjustments, if needed, throughout the recruitment process and during employment. (This can be related to a physical and mental health condition.)
It starts with community.
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Philanthropy Manager
Harrogate, North Yorkshire
We offer hybrid working and we are committed to paying the Real Living Wage.
About Us
Yorkshire is one of the regions hardest hit by cancer. Together, we can change this.
Yorkshire Cancer Research is a charity dedicated to funding research so that you and those you love live longer healthier lives, free of cancer.
Thanks to supporters, the charity funds vital cancer research and pioneers innovative new services for people with cancer. These life-giving medical breakthroughs are helping more people survive cancer – in Yorkshire, and beyond.
As an inclusive employer, our aim is to ensure our workforce reflects the rich diversity of our region. We believe a diverse workforce is vital to us taking action to prevent, diagnose and treat cancer more effectively in Yorkshire. We offer equal opportunities regardless of race, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, marriage and civil partnerships.
The Benefits
We offer all employees a wide range of benefits including an enhanced contributory pension scheme, 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays (increasing to 30 days after 5 years’ service), flexible working arrangements, private medical insurance, enhanced maternity leave, career progression, learning and development, wellbeing initiatives, offices within walking distance of Hornbeam Park train station, free onsite parking and a whole lot more.
We’ve got a strong set of values that inform everything we do and we’re looking for people who are aligned with these. As our Philanthropy Manager, you will put people in Yorkshire at the heart of everything you do, unite with colleagues and other organisations in this cause, and dare to think big and bold to make positive solutions happen.
The Role
As our Philanthropy Manager, reporting to the Head of Fundraising, you will identify and approach people who wish to invest in the advancement of worldwide research to find cures for cancer. You will grow Yorkshire Cancer Research’s portfolio of major donors and deliver exceptional levels of tailored engagement and stewardship. In doing this, you will contribute towards the charity’s ambition to secure significant income to achieve the charity's plans to save more lives in Yorkshire and beyond.
Specifically, you will:
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Develop and implement Yorkshire Cancer Research’s major donor fundraising strategy and plans.
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Provide philanthropic individuals with the opportunity to fund research and services that will make a positive difference to people with cancer in Yorkshire, and beyond.
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Closely listen to and understand individual’s interests and/or concerns and match their requirements to the charity’s research/services that are likely to be of greatest interest.
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Develop a portfolio of potential major donors and create appropriate engagement opportunities* ensuring that these opportunities match the individual donor’s wants and needs.
(*These engagement opportunities may include events, communications, smaller dinners, and meetings with senior people at Yorkshire Cancer Research).
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Provide a bespoke, professional customer experience to all contacts at all times.
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Work with colleagues (e.g. in the marketing and the events teams) to identify existing charity activities that may help attract and engage major donors.
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Build a pipeline of major donor prospects who share the charity’s values and ambition to save lives by researching and trialling new ways to cure cancer.
About You
To be considered for this role, you will need:
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A degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant discipline, or proven experience working in a similar role at a similar level.
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To have experience of proactively approaching prospects and building long-term relationships, preferably with philanthropists or family foundations.
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To have experience of researching individuals and using this insight to inform decision-making.
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To have experience of working collaboratively and effectively in a matrix-management organisation.
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To have experience of developing clear Key Performance Indicators and reporting performance against them.
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To have experience of working with databases and CRM platforms (e.g. Access or Raiser’s Edge).
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To enjoy working with, and supporting, colleagues as part of a team working towards a common goal.
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To be able to analyse and present data and information in a way that is helpful and actionable to others.
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To have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with an ability to use active listening skills, and write professionally and appropriately for the audience.
Application
Before applying, please visit our Careers Page to view the full role profile and find out more about working for Yorkshire Cancer Research.
To apply please submit a CV and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role to Claire Wooldridge, Head of People, before 16 July 2024. Please read our privacy notice before applying.
Yorkshire Cancer Research is a responsible and flexible employer. We welcome any discussion for flexible working at the interview/offer stage where we will consider an individual’s circumstances against the needs of the charity.
We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates from all backgrounds. If we can make any reasonable adjustments to support your application, please contact us via our website.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Bristol & Weston Hospitals Charity raises funds for all ten hospitals in the University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW). We’ve been in partnership with UHBW for 50 years and we’re as passionate about our work now as we were when we began life in 1974. We’re here to bring moments of joy, comfort and hope to those who need it most; The millions of patients and their loved ones who pass through our hospital doors each year and 13,500 NHS staff who care for them.
That’s a lot of people so we need you to take the reins of our Individual Giving, Legacy and In Memory programmes from September as Sam departs for maternity leave.
This is a varied role where one day you will be creating content and using inspiring patient stories for a full-hearted appeal. Another day you’ll be refining supporter journey comms to our 10,000+ charity lottery players. Another week and you’ll be developing and launching ideas for maximising long-term growth in Legacy and In Memory giving and how this looks across all our brand and supporter touchpoints.
“If you find your heart singing when you hear about the amazing feats people undergo to improve the lives of others or feel inspired playing your part in improving the health and happiness of every patient cared for in our hospitals, then we think you’d better apply!”. Sam, current post holder.
We are a Disability Confident employer.
Working for a charity is great. Working for Bristol & Weston Hospitals Charity is greater.
Benefits:
- 27 days annual holiday entitlement (pro-rata) plus an additional day off on your birthday and a wellbeing day. Plus an additional two days leave after five years of service.
- Commitment to hybrid and flexible working
- Competitive pension scheme. We'll match employee pension contributions up to 8% (minimum 5%)
- Additional support via our enhanced Employee Assistance Programme, including up to eight sessions with a licensed counsellor
- Life assurance cover - 4x annual salary
- Commitment to training and development with budget set aside
- Medicash health plan - claim cash towards a range of medical costs
- Free Blue Light Card that allows access to hundreds of discounts at major retailers.
Closing date: 8th July
Interview date: 15th & 16th July
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are looking for a Major Donor Manager for an incredible animal welfare charity, to build and advance relationships with major donors and prospects, to solicit major gifts (5,000 and above), to support international programmes and campaigns.
This role can be London (hybrid) or remote, with international travel throughout Europe, as required.
The Charity
A passionate animal welfare charity, dedicated to creating a society that treats animals with dignity and respect. They have a staff of c53 people securing c6m last year.
You will be joining a highly respected organisation, known for its supportive and inclusive working culture, offering fantastic benefits including 33 days per year (including public holidays), an ethical Pension Scheme, with 5% employer contributions and access to a wide range of learning and development options, as well as much more!
The Role
Develop a strategy for international for major gifts fundraising
Manage and maintain a portfolio major gift donors and prospects, across international entities
Effectively steward donors and prospects
Develop personal engagement plans for donors, using knowledge and insights to plan appropriate communications
The Candidate
Demonstrable experience of major giving fundraising.
Strong knowledge of animal rights issues.
Proven ability to interact with donors in a professional and personable manner.
Adherence to a vegan lifestyle strongly preferred
IMPORTANT NOTE
Our aim is to respond to all successful applications within 5 days. If you havent been contacted within 5 days your application has been unsuccessful, but we positively encourage you to apply for any other positions that you may see in the future.
We apologise that we cannot contact everybody in person but thank you in advance for your interest.
Third Solutions encourages applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Third Solutions acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003.
Are you looking for an opportunity to join an incredible campaigning organisation as an Individual Giving Lead? We’re thrilled to be looking for a Senior Income & Engagement Officer to lead the Individual Giving function within an amazing international campaigning charity. This organisation works with partners around the world to fight poverty and defend human rights, as part of the movement for global justice
As Senior Income & Engagement Officer, you will work closely with the Director of Income & Engagement to develop and implement strategies and campaigns to deepen relationships with individual supporters to increase both campaign participation and grow income. You will also lead on a Legacy programme and manage an Income & Engagement Assistant, ensuring the delivery of world class supporter care and experience.
This is an incredible opportunity to be the Individual Giving Lead and shape the programme moving forward, making informed decisions and working with senior stakeholders to get the best out of campaigns.
As Senior Income & Engagement Officer, you will need:
- Significant proven experience managing individual giving fundraising campaigns across a range of offline and digital channels. This could have been gained working in-house at a charity or working for a fundraising agency or similar.
- Excellent copywriting, written and oral communication skills with the ability to translate data to insight and communicate this with various stakeholders.
- Demonstrable experience of meeting fundraising targets and developing individual giving or digital income streams.
Deadline: 8th July
Salary: £44,000 - £46,600
Working pattern: Full-time, permanent
Location: London – Hybrid (One day per month in office)
If you would like to have an informal discussion, please call Jake on 02030 062787 or email [email protected]
Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency, we use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable roles. We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment, working ethically, supporting people to find their perfect role within the not-for-profit sector.
We are passionate about improving equality across the sector, you can read more about our commitment to diversity here. We proactively welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates.
If enough applications are received the charity reserve the right to end the application period sooner.
Brain Tumour Research is looking for a Social Media Manager to lead our social media team in delivering inspiring, mission-led content relating to all areas of the business. The Social Media Manager will engage with our supporters on relevant platforms in a strategic way, working to increase our advocates and income through these channels.
Social Media Manager
Location: Head Office, Milton Keynes. We offer a hybrid working model, where team members are expected to be in the office for a minimum of three days per week.
Salary: £41,000 per annum
Hours: Full time, 35 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Benefits: Holiday entitlement, 25 days per annum , excluding UK Public Holidays, death in service policy, access to a Employee Assistance Programme and option to join our healthcare scheme.
About the Role
This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual who wants to make a difference in one of the most innovative and exciting medical research fundraising charities in the UK while developing their skills and knowledge as Social Media Manager.
As Social Media Manager you will create inspiring and strategic, mission-led content to engage with our supporters, increase our advocates and generate income.
About You
If you are an established Social Media professional who is a self-starter, able to define and implement a new strategy, and would like to join an exciting, innovative, and ambitious charity, with a passion for finding a cure for brain tumours, then we would love to hear from you.
Do you have:
- At least 5 years practitioner experience of social media management at a senior level
- In depth knowledge of social media platforms and key digital channels
- An analytical mind, using data and insight to drive change
About Brain Tumour Research
Brain Tumour Research is an exciting, innovative and ambitious charity. We are passionate about finding a cure for brain tumours through the establishment of dedicated Brain Tumour Research Centres of Excellence around the UK.
We are invested in our employees and are proud to be accredited by Investors in People.
Closing Date: 14th July 2024
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.
Candidates may also have in experience in, or looking for a career in: Marketing Manager, Communications Manager, Head of Social Media, Marketing Campaign Manager, Content Manager, Brand and Social Manager, Social Media Marketing.
No agencies please.
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We are working in partnership with Human Appeal (HA) who are seeking to appoint a Director of Finance to provide strategic and financial guidance, ensuring that the organisation’s financial commitments are met, including developing all necessary policies and procedures to ensure sound financial management and control.
We are looking for a Director of Finance who can demonstrate excellent people skills, including working with and recognising stakeholder needs. Someone who is adaptable to change, with excellent analytical, strategic planning and organising skills. You will be a commercial thinker, solutions driven and a decision-maker. You will be a positive leader who can persuade and influence a team and other directors with excellent communication skills.
You will:
- Be a strong, experienced senior leader with excellent influencing and persuasive skills
- Be degree-educated in a relevant finance discipline and a Qualified Accountant (ACA; ACCA; CIMA).
- Demonstrate significant senior-level financial leadership, management and oversight experience.
- Have experience with, or exposure to, the not-for-profit or public sector.
- Have experience with, or exposure to, financial management in developing countries.
- Be an experienced user of the MS Office Suite, financial databases and systems. Previous experience using Salesforce, SAGE, and NAVision is desirable.
- Be fluent in written and spoken English (essential). Additional languages such as Arabic and Urdu are desirable.
The new Director of Finance will manage the day-to-day operations of the Finance department, while helping to drive business success, providing the financial insights that lead to better commercial decisions for both the UK, and their global offices. A key aspect of the role will be to establish strategies to increase income with a view to the stability of HA’s finances, along with its long-term financial health and growth.
For more information and a full job specification please contact Sandra Smith, Associate Director, Charisma Charity Recruitment. Applications should be submitted through the Charisma website and include your CV and supporting statement.
We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or other category protected by law.
Closing date for applications: 22 July 2024
Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis and the client has the right to close the role early if a suitable appointment is made, so please apply without delay
Interview date: TBC
The YoungMinds Parents Helpline provides parents and carers with life-changing information, advice and support, and we are looking for a Service Manager to join our incredible team. This is an exciting, challenging and critical role, which will lead and support the helpline team in delivering a safe, high-quality, culturally competent and inclusive service to thousands of parents/carers.
You will work closely with the helpline management team to ensure all helpline channels (including telephone, webchat and email) are adequately resourced, and advisers are providing high-quality support to parents/carers who have concerns for their child’s mental health. You will use helpline data and evaluation insight to respond to demand, identify key themes, make continuous improvements to service delivery, and contribute in the strategic shaping and implementation of service development plans.
You will ensure that the Parents Helpline team is accountable to the organisational Anti-racism, Justice, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (AJEDI) action plan, and lead in ensuring that the service continues to increase cultural competency, accessibility and inclusivity, with a particular focus on supporting service users from Black and minoritised communities.
You will provide line management support to helpline team members including staff, regularly review policy, and ensure the helpline operates in accordance with organisational procedures. You will contribute to the review and development of helpline content, provide expert opinion and relevant information from the helpline to a variety of stakeholders, and represent the service at both internal and external events. You will be a Lead Safeguarding Officer for the organisation, and provide direct safeguarding support to the service when needed.
- proven experience of managing operational aspects of a helpline service that provides advice and guidance to service users
- experience of managing a staff team
- experience of delivering high-quality safeguarding work, and making referrals to statutory agencies as required
- demonstrable knowledge and understanding of how to promote diversity and inclusion within processes, services or teams
- understanding and awareness of AJEDI
This post is offered as a 12 month fixed term contract.
We welcome applications from Black and minoritised, LGBTQIA+ groups and those with disabilities, as they are currently under-represented.
We hope that you would like to join us at a very exciting stage of our growth and development. You’ll be joining a bright, dynamic team who have a passion for supporting our ambitions.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.