Jobs in Dagenham

Venn Group is partnering with a public service broadcasting organisation to recruit for an Internal Communications Coordinator on a 3 months interim contract. The role involves collaborating with the team to communicate business changes, develop key messages and communication plans, manage logistics for internal events and broadcasts, and advise on the most effective communication channels.

Key responsibilities of the role:

• Create, edit, and refine communications, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and relevance to the audience
• Assist in conveying changes and supporting change management programs
• Develop innovative campaigns and ideas to effectively engage staff
• Oversee the production and logistics of live events, both online and in-person, including broadcasts, briefings, and roadshows
• Work closely with business stakeholders on announcements and project communications
• Manage digital communication channels by creating and publishing content for intranets and office screens
• Analyse audience responses and advise on the best communication strategies and channels
• Lead the planning process for events and maintain the communications calendar
• Ensure communication materials and messages are consistent with broader organisational values and goals

Ideal candidate profile:

• Available to start immediately or at short notice
• Prior experience in commercial or media sectors
• Strong system skills including Microsoft Powerpoint
• Ability to convey complex messages clearly and effectively, both in writing and verbally, ensuring alignment with organisational goals
• Ability to foster positive relationships with the team and stakeholders
• Ability to exercise good judgment and maintain confidentiality with sensitive information

Agency reference number: J83226

Location: London

Duration: 3 months initial contract, with possibility to extend

Rate: £225-250 per day, paid via an Umbrella company

Working hours: 35 hours per week

Working pattern: Hybrid (2 days per week in the office)

Start: ASAP

This vacancy will be actively shortlisted so early applications are encouraged to avoid missing out.

Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates.

 

A London-based Museum is seeking a Head of Finance to oversee the running of the finance directorate. This is a key role in the Museum, leading the finances from all aspects including budgeting and financial planning, oversight of day to day financial operations, and year end processes. The role is available owing to an internal secondment and therefore is offered on an 18 - 24 month duration. Candidates interested in part or full-time working options (equivalent to 4 days a week or more) are encouraged to apply. 

• Leading on in-year and multi-year budgeting and forecasting for the Museum 
• Overseeing the year-end accounts including being the main point of contact for external auditors
• Managing a team of 10 accountants with oversight of the finance business partnering and financial reporting and transactions teams. Mentoring and developing direct and indirect reports and ensuring staff development plans are in place. 
• Preparation and presentation of key monthly and quarterly financial reports to Directors, SMT and Trustees 
• Act as the go-to finance business partner for key C-Suite stakeholders within the charity. 

What’s in it for you?

• Salary of c. £75,000 (DOE) 
• Hybrid working of 2-3 days per week in the office
• Employer pension contribution of up to 10%
• Unlimited free tickets to the Museum’s events and exhibitions
• This role can be offered on a full or part-time basis. Candidates with flexible or part-time working requirements are encouraged to apply to find out more. 

Your profile:

• You will be a qualified accountant (CCAB or equivalent) with strong experience of both financial reporting and overseeing budget setting processes.
• You will have experience of managing staff and helping to develop and mentor teams of a medium to larger size. 

A London-based Museum is currently seeking a Financial Controller to join them on a permanent basis ahead of an exciting period of transformation and improvement.

Managing a team of 5 and reporting into the Head of Finance, this is a key role within the finance team and wider organisation, having overall responsibility for the financial accounting and transactions team for the organisation. As well as leading key aspects of the financial operations, you will also support in the implementation of new financial systems and streamlining and improvement processes to facilitate improved financial and management information.

Your responsibilities will include the following:

• • Oversight of the running of the day to day running of the financial reporting, controls and transactions.
  • Managing a team of 5 across financial accounts and transactions (AP / AR, purchase ledger etc.)
  • Manage and reconcile the organisations balance sheets for all of the charity’s entities.
  • Lead in the preparation of annual financial statements and statutory reporting
  • Act as a key point of contact for the charity’s external auditors
  • Reviewing financial controls and implementing new controls and procedures where appropriate
  • Support in the implementation of new financial systems

What’s in it for you?

• Salary of c. £65,000 (DOE)
• Hybrid working of 2-3 days per week in the office
• Employer pension contribution of up to 10%
• Unlimited free tickets to the Museum’s events and exhibitions

Your profile:

• You will be a qualified accountant (CCAB or equivalent) with strong experience of financial reporting and controls
• You will have experience of managing staff and helping to develop and mentor teams.

We're looking for a kind, compassionate and resilient Waking Night Support Worker to join our Hounslow Young People Service in Chiswick.

£20,154.00 per annum, working 30 hours per week. Benefits include 25 days Annual Leave(pro rata), pension schemes, staff discounts, healthcare and career progression.

Want to feel like you're making a difference? You'll feel at home here.

Making you feel at home here means helping you thrive in every way. That's why we offer a wide range of benefits, award-winning Learning & Development and a culture that welcomes all. These aren't token gestures - we've thought long and hard about how best to support our team. After all, our people are doing something amazing: helping to transform lives every day.

Hounslow Young People is a Supported Accommodation Service for young people and young parents aged 16-25. The Service encompasses a mix of units across six sites supporting 57 vulnerable young people and 19 teen parents.

The aim of the service is to empower Young People to move towards independent living, supporting their successful transition from childhood; laying the foundations for healthy, ambitious, and safe adult lives with minimal ongoing support. Support is delivered in partnership with a number of stakeholders and partners in the community such as mental health services, substance misuses agencies, housing teams, police, and social services.

We are recruiting a Waking Night Support Worker to join our dynamic service and team. In the role of Waking Night Support Worker individuals will ensure continued support is provided to young people at the standards of day staff with particular focus on safety of vulnerable young people.

About the Role:

The Waking Night Support Worker will work in line with person-centred risk assessments, support plans, and liaise with Support Workers to provide comprehensive handover and partnership working. They will be observant of changes in behaviour and presentations ensuring appropriate actions are taken to document and report changes in support needs of young people.

Waking Night Support Worker will be able to carry out all necessary health and safety actions including light cleaning tasks and environment management. Furthermore they will actively seek out ways to work with the team and stakeholders to improve the experience of young people in the service.

The role requires individuals to work on a rota pattern of 21:30 - 07:30, including some weekend working.

All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship.

For a further details and a full job description please visit our website

About us:

Look Ahead is a leading, not-for-profit care and support provider in London and the South East. Our vision is to build better lives through social care and housing in local communities. As an organisation we deliver over 120 services, providing support to around 6000 customers each year. Our mission is to co-design and deliver services that offer innovative social care solutions and support people to thrive. We work across mental health, homelessness, young people and learning disabilities so there are plenty of opportunities to grow and progress your career with us.

We have a strong social purpose and we live and work by our values:

We focus on Excellence and innovation.
We are Caring and Compassionate.
We are Inclusive and Trusted.
We work in Partnership and are One-Team.

Look Ahead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment.

If your application for this role is unsuccessful, but we feel that you would be suitable for another role, we may contact you to discuss alternative opportunities. If this occurs you would not need to submit another application for the alternative role.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with Silver in the Inclusive Employers Standard 2021. We are a proud member of the Employers Domestic Abuse Covenant and encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants of all backgrounds.

Position: Refuge Worker
Location: North London
Salary: £13.50-£18.50 Per Hour
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours

About the Role:

Are you passionate about supporting women who have experienced domestic abuse and helping them rebuild their lives? We are seeking a dedicated and empathetic Refuge Worker to join our team. This role involves providing practical and emotional support to women in our refuge, helping them to navigate their journey from crisis to recovery.

As a Refuge Worker, you will manage a caseload, ensure the smooth running of the refuge, and prioritise the health and safety of residents. You will be responsible for the admission and resettlement of survivors, assisting them with everything from housing applications to connecting with specialised support services. Your role will also involve maintaining the refuge's operational aspects, including rent collection, room availability, and organising repairs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess referrals and manage room availability in line with policies.
• Introduce new residents to the refuge, explaining services, policies, and expectations.
• Assist residents with benefit applications, including Universal Credit and Housing Benefit.
• Prioritise rent and service charge collection, ensuring timely payments.
• Maintain accurate financial and administrative records, ensuring compliance with procedures.
• Organise and chair house meetings, fostering a collaborative and supportive environment.
• Work closely with local authorities, social care, and other agencies to support residents.
• Develop, review, and maintain individual support plans, safety plans, and risk assessments.
• Conduct health and safety checks, welfare checks, and report repairs as necessary.
• Attend regular staff meetings and contribute to effective communication within the team.
• Ensure all work aligns with equality and diversity policies, and maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Support residents in transitioning to suitable move-on accommodation.
• Provide a supportive and non-judgemental environment for residents, encouraging their involvement in the refuge's day-to-day operations.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Experience working with vulnerable people, especially women affected by domestic and sexual violence.
• Proven ability to work in a regulated environment, managing risk and case management procedures.
• Strong understanding of domestic and sexual abuse and its impact on women and children.
• Ability to work effectively in partnership with multi-agency teams.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and capable of maintaining administrative and financial records.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and work to deadlines.

Personal Attributes:

• Committed to the empowerment and recovery of women affected by domestic abuse.
• Flexible, open to new challenges, and able to self-reflect and improve working practices.
• A non-judgmental approach with a strong commitment to self-care and team support.
• Passionate about equality, diversity, and anti-discriminatory practices.

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment Business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to temporary vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer, job suitability are assessed on merit in accordance with their skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.

About Us: 

Enable is a charity dedicated to improving people's wellbeing and strengthening local communities. We work with councils, charities and other local organisations to deliver health, leisure, community services and events that enrich people’s lives and strengthen our local community.

At Enable, we value our employees and our culture, focusing on embracing diversity and fostering an inclusive, flexible and fun environment for employees to perform at their best. On top of a competitive salary and flexible working environment, employees will also receive:

  

Benefits: 

• 30 days of annual leave (plus 8 bank holidays), 3 additional free days off at Christmas
• Life Insurance
• Reward Schemes (RewardHub Membership, wellbeing budgets and cycle to work)
• A variety of social and wellbeing activities each month
• Mental Health & Wellbeing Perks (Monthly talks, Wellbeing Hour, etc)
• Free Gym Membership
• Free breakfasts/snacks

Role Title:  Business Development Manager (Health Sector) 

Reports to: Head of Growth & Branding 

Based: Battersea Park

Salary:£45,000 - £55,000

Contract: Permanent, Full Time

Work Arrangement: 40 hours per week, Flexible Environment

DBS: Basic 

  

Reporting to the Head of Growth & Branding, the Business Development Manager will play an integral role in boosting the growth of our Health & Wellbeing Service and our various programme offerings. 

This person will work to develop and implement an effective growth and development approach that expands our reach , social value and set our company apart. 

The Growth Team is a newly created team at Enable. They will be responsible for accelerating growth and development throughout our services and bringing Enable’s Strategic Plan to life! As a member of the Growth Team, you will have the unique opportunity to shape the future of our company, working collaboratively across departments to identify new opportunities, develop solutions, and implement strategic initiatives. This team is creative, innovative and always hungry for more.

Main Duties/Responsibilities: 

• Seeking out new and exciting ways to expand Enable’s reach and increase strategic partnerships (Wellbeing focussed) 
• Work closely with Health & Wellbeing management to learn & identify Enable’s current scope and reach 
• Identifying gaps and trends in the market for different types of health and wellbeing services, identifying new markets, growth areas, customers, partnerships, and new ways of reaching existing markets 
• Network with businesses and commissioners to build relationships and identify new opportunities and potential growth areas 
• Working closely with the Research & Development team and to analyse and identify trends and opportunities, and other internal stakeholders to ensure initiatives are properly aligned with our strategic aims
• Any other relevant duties that the Head of Growth & Branding may see fit 

Skills and Experience: 

• Proven experience in Business Development and implementing successful growth strategies 
• Experience working in/ understanding of the UK Health Sector 
• A hunger for identifying new opportunities, and the tenacity to see that through to conversion
• Autonomy to self-motivate, drive change and work collaboratively in line with the Growth & Development Team 
• Ability to engage and liaise effectively with diverse stakeholders, internal and external
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail and efficient time and workload management

This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of a company that positively impacts the community around them! If you are someone that is motivated by a desire to enrich the lives of others and make a genuine difference, then please Apply Now and follow the prompts. 

Enable is strongly committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. To find out more on our approach to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, please visit our website. 

Are you passionate about empowering individuals with learning disabilities and autism to access essential healthcare services? Join our team as a Healthcare Access Advocate, Hospital Liaison, and Workshop Facilitator at The Elfrida Society, where you will play a crucial role in advocating for service users, liaising with healthcare providers, and facilitating empowering workshops.

Why Join Us?

• Impactful Advocacy: Provide personalised support to ensure that each individual’s voice is heard and their healthcare needs are met.
• Collaborative Environment: Work closely with hospital staff and other professionals to create a more inclusive healthcare system.
• Empower Through Education: Develop and deliver engaging workshops that equip individuals and their families with the tools they need to navigate the healthcare landscape effectively.
• Supportive Community: Be part of a dedicated team committed to making a lasting impact on the lives of individuals with learning disabilities and autism.

About the Role:

This part-time, permanent position offers a competitive salary of £27,629 - £28,451.57 pro-rata, with excellent benefits, including a generous pension plan and holiday entitlement. Based at our offices in Islington, London, you will have the flexibility to travel and engage with various stakeholders across Islington and neighbouring areas.

What We’re Looking For:

We are seeking individuals with strong advocacy skills, excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, and a good understanding of the healthcare system. Experience working with individuals with learning disabilities and/or autism is essential, as is a commitment to promoting their rights and well-being.

Apply Today:

If you’re ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others and have the skills and passion to excel in this role, we want to hear from you. Join us in our mission to create a more inclusive and accessible healthcare environment for all.

This role is based in the UK on a remote homeworking contract or based in our London office. If the role is based in the London office, you will be required to attend the office for a minimum of 2 days per week with the option to work remotely for the remaining 3 days.

About us

Christian Aid exists to create a world where everyone can live a full life, free from poverty. We are a global movement of people, churches and local organisations who passionately champion dignity, equality and justice worldwide. We are the changemakers, the peacemakers, the mighty of heart.

We're committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, and recognise the value this brings in forming strong, creative and high performing teams. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, and from those with experience from outside of the voluntary sector. And no, you don't have to be Christian to work here - we encourage people of all faiths and none to apply. We just ask that everyone lives out our values of dignity, equality, justice and love. We value a good work-life balance, so we're open to part-time and flexible working. We also offer hybrid working for our office-based colleagues and the option of being a homeworker for most of our roles too.

Learn about our vision, mission and values

About the role

The Senior Developer (Full-stack) plays a key role in developing and enhancing user-centric digital products at Christian Aid. This position focuses on delivering high-quality front-end (70%) and back-end (30%) solutions on the Drupal CMS, ensuring seamless and intuitive user experiences.

Working closely with the Technical Lead, you'll address complex challenges identified by stakeholders and user feedback, providing strategic direction and innovative solutions. This role is crucial to the success of our digital initiatives, requiring a blend of technical expertise, creativity, and strategic thinking.

Your responsibilities include developing and maintaining digital products, ensuring they meet user needs, adhering to accessibility standards, and maintaining brand integrity. Your work will be instrumental in creating engaging, user-friendly experiences that align with our organisational goals.

About you

You have extensive experience in front-end development, complemented by a solid understanding of back-end technologies. Your passion lies in creating products that prioritise user experience, and you excel at crafting intuitive, visually engaging interfaces. As a strong communicator, you can effectively translate technical concepts for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

You're a forward-thinking developer who embraces new technologies and methodologies, staying up-to-date with industry trends and continually seeking to enhance your skills. You're a proactive problem solver, adept at navigating complex technical challenges and finding innovative solutions that align with business goals and user needs. Your user-centric approach ensures that the products you develop not only meet but exceed expectations, delivering exceptional digital experiences.

Further information

At Christian Aid we strive to be an inclusive and diverse employer and recognise the value that this brings in helping to build strong, creative and high performing teams.

We are actively encouraging racialised minorities, LGBTQ+, people with disabilities, returning parents or carers who are re-entering work after a career break, people with caring responsibilities, people from low socioeconomic backgrounds, women, and older workers to apply. This is because these groups are under-represented within our teams, especially at senior level, and we recognise and value the contributions members of these groups make to strong, creative and high performing teams.

We have a strong Christian ethos and we encourage applications from all faiths and none (with the exception of Director positions where there is a genuine occupational requirement to be a practicing Christian - Exempted under the Equality Act 2010).

All successful candidates will require a DBS/police check appropriate to the role and location and a Counter Terrorism Sanction check as part of your clearance for commencing your role with us. We also participate in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information as part of the referencing process from job applicants' previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

This role requires applicants to have the right to live and work in the country where this position is based and undertake the role that you have been offered. If you are successful and we make you an offer for the role, we will be required to conduct a right to work check on your immigration status in the UK. We will contact you regarding the documentation you will need to provide to evidence this.

You can expect a wide range of rewards and benefits, including a generous holiday allowance, a season ticket loan, and flexibility that will ensure you enjoy a good work/life balance.

Senior Finance Business Partner – Finance

ODI

Senior Finance Business Partner – Finance

Contract: Permanent

Salary: £47,770 - £60,420 per annum

Location: London based hub – with hybrid working in the UK

Ref: FIN0224

About us

ODI is an independent, global think tank. We work to inspire people to act on injustice and inequality. Through research, convening and influencing, we generate ideas that matter for people and planet.

About the role

The Senior Finance Business Partner will play a critical role in supporting ODI's strategic decision-making and financial management processes. The post holder will lead on partnering with programme managers to provide insights, analysis, and advice on financial performance and strategic opportunities.

The Senior Finance Business Partner will work closely with a Finance Business Partner in supporting half of ODI’s programmes. The other half of programmes will be supported by another Senior Finance Business Partner and Finance Business Partner pairing.

The Senior Finance Business Partner will deputise for the Head of Financial Planning & Analysis when needed.

Other key responsibilities include:

• Produce, communicate and deliver robust financial plans for the programme; undertake regular forecasting and monitoring and reporting on performance against agreed budgets
• Communicate matters relating to financial planning and operations, exchange ideas and best practice, develop excellent relationships across areas and contribute positively in all aspects of the Department’s work.
• Scrutinise, and confirm funding of all hiring decisions in consultation with Human Resources and programmes
• Review and approve donor financial reports
• Lead on the production of the programme level management accounts
• Provide clear and visible leadership on financial management for programmes
• Mentor and develop the Finance Business Partner

About you

Knowlede and qualifications

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, CIMA, ACCA or equivalent)
• Current knowledge of relevant accounting standards and sector issues
• Ability to present financial data to a high level of accuracy, including to a non- finance audience

Experience

• A senior financial business partner role within a medium sized, non-profit organisation
• Extensive experience in a donor funded environment.
• Line management and staff development and motivation experience
• Experience in development of financial systems and processes

Skills/abilities

• Financial management and analysis skills
• Strategic thinking and collaborative strategy development
• Effective teamwork, inter-personal and collaboration skills
• Strong line management skills
• Values-driven and exceptional integrity, including ensuring a safe working environment and equal opportunities for all
• Exceptional written and oral communications skills

Closing date: 1st September 2024

Interview Date: w/c 9th September 2024

ODI is committed to developing and supporting diverse and inclusive teams of people who share our passion, where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit. We welcome applicants from a range of diverse backgrounds including those who experience intersectional marginalisation on the basis of their class, race, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religious identity or belief, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity. We also welcome applications from those living with disabilities. 

We offer competitive salaries, a generous company pension scheme, hybrid working and a range of flexible, family-friendly and inclusive employment policies to support well-being.

ODI is an equal opportunities employer     

Come and work with Medical Justice, a small and dynamic team that builds on casework to produce research that is used to challenge systemic failures in healthcare provision in immigration detention. We expose medical mistreatment in detention and strive for lasting change for all detained people through policy work, strategic litigation, media coverage and parliamentary action.

We particularly welcome applications from people with lived experience –

Support from Experts by Experience Employment Network 

Medical Justice is a member of the initiative so candidates with lived experience for our jobs can receive its support with reviewing covering letters, CVs, and interview preparation, as well as give encouraging and constructive feedback to applicants during and after the application process, subject to its volunteers’ availability.

If you are an expert by experience (a refugee or a migrant with direct, first-hand experience of issues and challenges of the UK asylum or immigration system), you can ask for an independent and confidential support for your job application from the Experts by Experience Employment Network. Please follow the link in the application pack to request support and they will confirm if they can match you with a mentor to support your application.

- see the Application Pack for more details.

Main duties and responsibilities

1. Gather available information about a detained person whose case has been referred to Medical Justice

2. Assess the detained person’s needs and the relevant Medical Justice resources available that could assist them

3. Raise any immediate concerns about your client appropriately within Medical Justice and beyond

4. Prioritise referrals (in collaboration with the Casework Manager and the rest of the casework team)

5. Agree a plan of action with the Casework Manager to ensure as many resources as appropriate are marshalled to assist the detained person regarding:

a. Collating of existing medical evidence regarding the detained person and generating new medical evidence, including medico-legal reports (MLRs) and professional letters produced as a result of Medical Justice clinicians’ assessments in detention and/or remotely at your request

b. Challenging any inadequate healthcare provision

c. Facilitating access to good legal representation to challenge detention and to make the best use of the medical evidence we provide, and establish any availability of Legal Aid Agency funding for MLRs and interpreters

d. Facilitating access to appropriate support including accommodation and access to healthcare on release from detention

6. Obtain relevant consent from detained clients

7. Gather further required information needed about a detained client, including medical records, files held by the Home Office, and the detained client’s legal documents

8. Carry out various other actions agreed by the Casework Manager to implement the above plan. This may include:

a. Arranging medical visits to detainees

b. Liaising with healthcare providers in the immigration removal centre (IRC) 

c. Liaising with detained clients

d. Finding appropriate legal representation for a client

e. Signposting or making referrals to other organisations

9. Provide information to the Office Manager for booking medical visits and interpreters

10. Continually update the  case-management system

11. With support from the Casework Manager and Clinical Advisor/clinical reviewers, ensure medical evidence generated is accurate and aligned with instructions from any legal representative and Medical Justice guidance

12. Continually feedback to the staff team any intelligence regarding immigration detention conditions

13. Assist the Casework Manager to provide a monthly report for Trustees on the number of referrals, outcomes and Medical Justice clinicians engaged, noting any areas of concern

14. Collaborate with other staff and partner organisations in activities to secure lasting change including litigation, research, policy work and media work. This could include identification of cases, assisting in getting consent from detained clients, and contributing to briefings and witness statements

15. Where required, attend other meetings and events as agreed with the Casework Manager, including Trustee meetings and events with partner organisations.

16. Assist in other Medical Justice activities, including clinician and interpreter training .

17. Respect and comply with Medical Justice's policies and procedure, including clients’ confidentiality, equality and diversity, health and safety, and vulnerable adults.

General

18. To work flexibly as a member of the team and the organisation and undertake other reasonable duties and responsibilities at the request of the Casework Manager.

19. To assist the smooth running of the organisation, working with other Medical Justice staff, and the Trustees to meets its overall objectives, including participation in periodic performance and training reviews, and contribute to organisational development. Also, attending and assisting with relevant events as appropriate.

20. To promote Medical Justice policies including our anti-discrimination policies.

21. To be self servicing, pro-actively share relevant information and expertise within the organisation and keep all records, statistics and information in accordance with Medical Justice policy and practice.

For more information about Medical Justice, this role, the Person Specification, Guidance notes for completing the application form, and the application form, please download the application pack

A4ID is a global charity with a vision to see the law and lawyers play their full part in the global eradication of poverty. The mission of A4ID is to be an authoritative voice of the legal community, to inspire and enable lawyers to join the fight against poverty, and to ensure that legal support is available for those engaged in that fight.

A4ID seeks to recruit a dynamic, vibrant and experienced Policy, Research and Learning (PRL) Officer who will champion and be responsible for supporting the development of A4ID’s policy, research and learning portfolio. In collaboration with the Programmes Team and under the supervision of the Policy, Research and Learning Lead, the PRL Officer will conduct cutting-edge and rigorous research, write policy papers and briefs and creative content for articles, reports, and presentations to communicate A4ID’s policy recommendations.

You will also have the opportunity to work with experienced staff across the organisation, and the PRL Officer will ensure that A4ID has up-to-date, relevant evidence and creative policy solutions on salient issues as delegated by the Policy, Research and Learning Lead in close consultation with the CEO, CPO and the Programmes team. You will contribute to the effective delivery and successful administration of the Law and Development Training Programme (LDTP) in the UK and in the development and roll-out of other learning offerings in close consultation with the PRL Lead and the Programmes team. The role requires a deep understanding of the intersection between law and international development, strong analytical skills, and the ability to translate complex research data into actionable policy recommendations.

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

Closing date: 15 September 2024.

We are working in partnership with Blind Veterans UK, a military charity, who provide veterans with rehabilitation, training, practical advice and emotional support. They help blind ex-Service people of every generation lead the life they choose, rebuilding lives after sight loss, away from isolation and towards a life of fulfilment.

The charity is in a period of transformation. Over the next two years they will be revising the organisational strategy and planning for a new future, so that they are able to deliver the best possible support to their existing and potential beneficiaries from a financially sustainable position. The Head of People & Culture will provide support and leadership to the HR partners and advisors and ensure fair and consistent delivery of the Charity’s HR service. This role will be a change agent, and strategic partner, contributing to, and leading business conversations. 

The Head of People & Culture will play a key role in change management, employee relations, talent management, leadership development, and employee engagement initiatives.

The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate:

• Current, extensive knowledge of key HR processes and best practice.
• Experience of leading, motivating, and supporting HR teams.
• Relationship management, especially at managerial and stakeholder levels.
• Business management, including financial management and strategic planning.
• Comprehensive understanding of employment laws, including inclusion and diversity programmes.
• Comprehensive understanding of the charity sector, focus area and business trends.
• Demonstrable experience of applying the principles of coaching and/or mentoring.

We are seeking a motivational people manager with excellent influencing and negotiating skills, strong verbal and written communication skills, including active listening, and with the ability to take a logical and analytical approach to problem-solving.

For more information, please contact Katherine Anderson-Scott, Associate Director, Charisma Charity Recruitment. Your application 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.

*Blind Veterans UK will interview any veterans who apply for this role.​

Location: Homebased, with some travel

Closing date: Sunday 8th September 2024

Interviews with Blind Veterans UK will take place in London on Wednesday 18th September

Due to the urgent nature of the role, Charisma will be reviewing and conducting vetting interviews on a rolling basis in preparation for the interview day on 18th September. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. 

The successful candidate will need to be able to start the role at the end of September / early October. As such we are only able to progress candidates who have a 1 month or less notice period or availability. 

Sightsavers implements projects in over 30 countries in Africa and South Asia working to eliminate avoidable blindness and promote the rights of people with disabilities.

Title: Trusts Executive

Salary: £40,000

Location: UK remote - with a commitment to attend important meetings / training sessions in person in Haywards Heath or UK locations, up to 7 times a year. Availability to travel overseas for events/project visits up to one week a year, if required.

Contract: Full-time (35 hours) or Part-time (28 hours) with some flexibility around

hours worked.

About the role

Relationship Building:

• Manage and cultivate relationships with a portfolio of trust and foundation donors through bespoke proposals, mailings, reports, and meetings.
• Develop key relationships with CEOs, Directors, and Trustees to achieve planned objectives.
• Take personal responsibility for delivering agreed targets in line with the Trusts team strategy.

New Business Development

• Research, identify, and engage with new trust prospects in global markets.
• Work with Sightsavers' trustees, CEO, and senior figures to establish high-value funding relationships.

Cross-Team Working

• Collaborate across the organisation to deliver high-standard project proposals and ensure excellent grant management for existing donors.

Networking and Contribution:

• Actively participate in trust and foundation networks.
• Contribute to the overall direction of the Trusts and Corporate Partnerships Team by sharing information, insights, and fundraising materials.

Essential:

• Excellent written skills for proposals, bids, and reports.
• Experience in fundraising, marketing, or sales.
• Proven success in cultivating and maintaining donor/client relationships.
• Understanding of charity sector and international development issues.
• Strong presentation and writing skills, including project budgets and reports.
• Excellent communication, people, and IT skills (Word and Excel).
• Good analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Highly collaborative with strong listening and negotiating skills.
• Numerate with the ability to analyse complex financial information.
• Self-confident, proactive, and able to meet deadlines.

Please complete an application via our recruitment portal.

Closing date: 2 September 2024

As an equal opportunity employer, we actively encourage applications from all sections of the community. Sightsavers is a Disability Confident Leader and qualified people with a disability are particularly encouraged to apply.

Sightsavers is an employer that does not tolerate any form of harassment and has zero tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse. All potential candidates will be subjected to rigorous background checks and controls.

In line with its commitment to safe programming and recruitment, Sightsavers participates in the inter-agency (MDS) administered by the . Through collaboration with other MDS members, Sightsavers aims to ensure that there are no sexual exploitation, abuse or harassment issues relating to potential new hires and that we can respond systematically to checks from fellow MDS members. This ensures our work is accountable, delivered to a high standard and supports safeguarding across the development and humanitarian fields.

Location: Based in Tower Hamlets, with travel to Waltham Forest, Newham, Haringey and Hackney.

Salary: (Salary Band 2.1) Unqualified applicants, dependent on experience: £27,582.75 - £29,174.06 per annum.

(Salary Band 2.2) Qualified applicants (with an accredited VAWG /domestic abuse qualification) dependent on experience: £29,174.06 - £31,826.25 per annum.

(Please note, successful candidates are usually appointed at the bottom of the relevant band)

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Contract: Permanent

Closing Date: 5th September 2024 at 12 noon

Virtual Interview Date: Week Commencing 9th September 2024

Are you looking for a rewarding role working for an intersectional feminist organisation? If so, we have an incredible opportunity for you to join our team as Family Support Worker at Solace Women's Aid.  

We exist to end the harm done through gender-based violence. Our aim is to work to prevent violence and abuse, as well as providing services to meet the individual needs of survivors, particularly women and children. Our work is holistic and empowering, working alongside survivors to achieve independent lives, free from abuse.

Our core values reflect our history and were developed in consultation with staff and service users. Feminism and intersectionality are key to our work and we are committed to the principles of being survivor-led, trauma-informed, empowering, diverse, anti-racist and anti-discriminatory.

About the Service

Solace provides safe refuge and move on accommodation to hundreds of women and children made homeless through domestic or sexual abuse. We run 19 refuges across London, including specialist refuge spaces for women with multiple needs. Of these, this role will involve working across move on accommodation in Newham, Haringey, Hackney and Waltham Forest, with an office base in Tower Hamlets.

About the Role

The primary role of a Family Support Worker is to provide effective, efficient, and supportive service to children and their mothers residing in move on accommodation with Solace Women’s Aid. The staff member will lead on the development of a child and family-centered approach to work in the. In so doing, they will:

• Develop and deliver a range of trauma-informed services to children and young people (0-16 years) and their mothers within the refuge and when they are resettled into the community
• Ensure the completion of comprehensive assessments of family needs and risk of families, ensuring an integrated approach with children and adult services (internal and external)
• Ensure ongoing development of age-appropriate children activities
• Promote ‘Integrated Working’ through internal and external mechanisms in partnership with colleagues and community partnerships
• Coordinate the delivery of activities through session staff, volunteers, and student placements

About You

The ideal candidate will have demonstrable experience of working with vulnerable children, young people, and/or families, as well as knowledge of the effects that domestic abuse can have on young people.

You will be familiar with Assessment, Action Planning, and Evaluation for families, with experience in maintaining records. You will also have the ability to work on your own initiative, as well as in partnership with other agencies or professionals, to promote family/child wellbeing.  

We understand that you may not have all the knowledge, experience, and skills mentioned in the Job Profile Document. However, your interpersonal skills, passion to have a positive impact, commitment to our purpose, and ability to learn quickly and collaborate effectively will be equally important. If you wish to learn more about the role or if you are unsure about whether to apply, we encourage you to contact our recruitment team.

What we can offer you

We provide a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees, including:

• Flexible working
• Focus on learning and development (internal career progression and training)
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Employer pension contribution
• Family-friendly leave and enhanced maternity pay
• Access to Inclusion Networks
• Daily clinical debriefing
• Employee Assistance Programme providing free 24/7 support and advice
• Employee Benefits Platform offering staff discounts, benefits and savings
• Eye Care Vouchers
• Flow & Restore yoga classes
• Meditation sessions
• Cycle to Work Scheme

How to apply

Please submit your CV and Supporting Statement through the recruitment portal. When applying for this role, kindly highlight in your Supporting Statement how your values, knowledge, transferrable skills, and experience align with each point within the following sections of the Job Profile Document:

• Values, Behaviours & Competencies
• Knowledge, Experience and Skills

Solace Women's Aid values diversity, promotes equity, and challenges discrimination. We encourage and welcome applications from candidates of diverse cultures, abilities, perspectives, and lived experiences. We have policies and processes in place to ensure that all employees are offered an equal opportunity in recruitment and selection, promotion, training, pay, and benefits. Our Inclusion Networks support staff with protected characteristics and offer inclusive spaces to connect.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. We anticipate and provide reasonable adjustments as needed and support employees who acquire a disability or long-term health condition, enabling them to stay in work. If you require any support to apply for this role, please email us.

This service is run by women for women and is therefore restricted to female applicants under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, and Part 1. Section 7(2) e of the Sex Discrimination Act 1975 apply. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act.

As part of safer recruitment practices, we carry out pre-employment checks including references, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and right to work in the UK checks.