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Responsible to: Director of Policy Research & Impact
Contract type: Part-time working 3 days a week between Mon-Thur / Fixed-term contract for 18 months initially
Closing date: 21st July 2024 at 23:59
Interviews: We will be interviewing on a rolling basis, please apply as soon as possible
Who we are
Speakers for Schools is the largest social mobility charity in the UK. We help to level the playing field between state and independent schools by giving all young people access to the same prestigious networks available to the top fee-paying schools.
We believe that by inspiring young people to explore their ambitions through our speaker programme, facilitating access to multi-day experiences of the world of work, and supporting young people to successfully seize opportunities available to them, then we can make a profound difference to the lives of young people, their future happiness and prosperity.
By 2028, our ambition is that every young person in the UK has access to high quality work experience. Yet today, less than half of young people leave secondary school having had any work experience whatsoever.
Role Summary
Speakers For Schools is looking for a senior and experienced Evaluation Manager to lead and oversee an impact evaluation project.. This role requires a dedicated professional to manage the day-to-day operations of an independent evaluation conducted by an external agency.
The Evaluation Manager will ensure the project is executed smoothly, meets its objectives, and delivers high-quality, actionable insights. This position is ideal for someone with strong project management skills, a solid background in evaluation methodologies, and the ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders.
The Evaluation Manager works closely with the Director of Policy, Research and Impact and the Director of Programme and Delivery to ensure the successful implementation of the project. The successful candidate will be the main point of contact for the evaluation delivery, and it involves a great level of internal and external stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
Key Duties / Responsibilities:
Strategic Purpose:
· Lead the evaluation project, ensuring it adheres to timelines, budget, and quality standards.
· Serve as the primary point of contact between the external evaluation agency, internal stakeholders and the funder.
· Monitor the progress of the evaluation, addressing any issues that arise and ensuring that milestones are met.
· Make informed, timely, and effective decisions to drive the project forward. The candidate should be able to analyse complex situations, consider various perspectives, and choose the best course of action to resolve issues and make progress.
Engagement:
· Coordination and facilitation of effective communication and collaboration among all parties involved, including staff, partners, and the evaluation agency.
· Build and maintain strong relationships with a diverse range of internal stakeholders, including the Programmes and Delivery Directorate, Technology and Data team and Communications
· Collaborate with the Data Compliance team to ensure adherence to data integrity and security standards
· Prepare and present regular updates to senior management and the funding body, highlighting key findings and progress.
Delivery:
· Conduct regular checks and audits to ensure data quality, completeness, and integrity.
· Work closely with the evaluators to address any discrepancies or issues identified during data collection or analysis.
· Develop a how-to-guide for future impact evaluations for the charity and design a knowledge transfer tool during the course of the project
· Develop and implement processes for data validation and verification to improve accuracy and reliability.
· Adherence to data compliance, standards, guidelines, and best practices to ensure our data integrity and consistency.
· Ensure safeguarding best practices are embedded in all organisational activities.
Note: This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities and duties required.
Skills / Experience / Knowledge:
Essential
· Minimum of 5 years of experience in evaluation, impact or a related field.
· Knowledge and experience of both quantitative & qualitative research and evaluation methods, tools and techniques
· Highly numerate and computer literate, including advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills, as well as a wider range of project management, CRM and internal communication tools
· Experience in analysing, interpreting and presenting data; Familiarity with evaluation methodologies and best practices
· Strong verbal and written communication skills
· Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and quality
· Able to develop and lead strong internal and external relationships
· Proactive and positive problem solver, self-starter and start-finisher
Desirable
· Knowledge of the specific sector related to the funding (e.g., education, technology, community development, careers education/employability).
· Skill in developing training and professional development programmes to build the capacity of staff and partners to contribute to impact and quality efforts.
· The ability to identify innovative approaches and technologies that can enhance impact and quality for the charity in the long term
· Familiarity with quality assurance frameworks
Speakers for Schools Values
PASSION: We are committed to levelling the playing field for young people across the UK, creating social mobility and tackling disadvantages.
AGILITY: We challenge our ideas of what is possible in order to better meet the needs of those we support. We are human, make mistakes, learn, evolve and adapt.
INTEGRITY: We act with empathy and bring our authentic selves to work every day. We value and respect the talent, time and intentions of those we work with.
COLLABORATION: We are one team with one mission and only by working together can we deliver better outcomes for young people. We support each other unconditionally and feel motivation in shared success as well as individual progress.
DIVERSITY: We know it takes people with different ideas, strengths, identities, interests, and cultural backgrounds to make our organisation succeed. We encourage constructive debate and critical friendship.
Benefits offered at Speakers for Schools:
· 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and option to purchase annual leave
· Morning of your birthday off
· Pension scheme
· 3 voluntary days per year
· Wellbeing programme
· Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption package
· Subsidised office furniture
· £500 a year training allowance
Diversity at our core
Speakers for schools is committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process and encouraging equality and diversity among our workforces. As a Disability Confident Employer, we acknowledge that some candidates may require additional support to overcome barriers experienced during the application process. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please reach out to us.
The Application Process:
Please apply as soon as possible by submitting your application through our recruitment portal.
The deadline to submit your application is 21st July 2024 at 23:59.
We will be interviewing on a rolling basis, please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Please note that we reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
Speakers for Schools is committed to safeguarding the young people we work with and expects all staff members to share this commitment. Appointees are subject to a DBS check. Having a criminal record will not automatically exclude applicants. You are also required to have the Right to Work in the UK for this role.
If you have not heard from us two weeks after the closing date, please presume your application has been unsuccessful.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Reporting to: Head of Communications & PR
Location: London WC1X. Hybrid-working offered with a minimum requirement of 2 days in the London office with flexibility to attend the office more regularly as the needs of the role dictate.
Contract and hours: Permanent contract – 35 hours per week (Monday to Friday)
About Us
Help Musicians and sister charity Music Minds Matter are powered by a love of music, which is why they empower and support those who create it and make it happen.
For over 100 years, Help Musicians has been working hard to make a meaningful difference to the lives of musicians across the UK. In a precarious profession often filled with ups and downs, opportunities are hard-won whilst challenges come along all too easily, with unsteady income and physical and mental health concerns common issues. Help Musicians offers a broad range of help to support music creators in times of crisis and opportunity — ensuring musicians across the UK can achieve their creative potential and sustain a career in music.
Our sister charity, Music Minds Matter, puts mental wellbeing centre stage in music. It works proactively to help prevent mental health crises, providing everybody who works in music with the early support, knowledge and tools they need, at exactly the time they need them.
Love Music; Help Musicians
About the role
The Ambassador and Media Relations Manager is key to amplifying the work of Help Musicians and its sister charity, Music Minds Matter, through external communications.
This role will grow our audiences by aligning high-profile voices with our marketing campaigns, press opportunities and communications strategies, consistently increasing the reach of the two charities. It also supports the understanding of our work by identifying media opportunities to tell our stories through opinion editorials, awards submissions features, and press releases in collaboration with our agency.
The Ambassador and Media Relations Manager will engage with influential voices who align with our cause, work and messaging and amplify our stories through the media and our owned channels. Strong interpersonal skills are essential to keep our ambassadors informed and engaged in our work as well as identifying and onboarding new voices who can champion our cause and grow our audience.
About you
We are looking for a dynamic professional who combines media expertise, interpersonal skills, and a strategic approach to drive impactful communication.
As a skilled communicator, you will have a strong background in media relations, including pitching stories to journalists, crafting press releases, and preparing briefings for both media and staff. Your ability to turn complex data into digestible insights tailored to specific audiences sets you apart. You will have worked closely with musicians and/or industry leaders, building strong relationships through interpersonal skills.
Your communication skills extend to both written and verbal domains, being adept at report writing, public speaking, and delivering engaging presentations.
Whilst not essential, our ideal candidate may also have a strong understanding of the music industry and its networks, along with a useful contact book.
Our work directly impacts on the lives of thousands of people every year. If you are passionate about creating a world where musicians can thrive, then this could be the place for you.
How do I apply?
For full details of the role and how to apply please click Apply and visit our website. You will need to download our application forms and submit these to us by the deadline below.
Deadline for applications: Monday 22 July 2024 at midday
Any offer of employment will be subject to providing evidence of a clear Basic DBS check.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Worshipful Company of World Traders
Clerk and Assistant Clerk
Clerk: £40,000 per annum for 3 days per week. (Pro rata FTE of £66,600)
Assistant Clerk: £15,000 per annum for 2 days per week (Pro rata FTE of £37,500)
Place of Work: Home based - with some travel, primarily to the City of London
As a livery company our membership is drawn from the international trade fraternity, with the aim of raising the awareness and understanding of, and standards of practice within, world trade. We are
101st in the Order of Precedence of the London 111 Livery Companies. Our motto is “Commerce and Honest Friendship with All” which is taken from Thomas Jefferson’s Inaugural Presidential Address.
Since 1988 the Company’s hallmark annual event is the Tacitus Lecture, one of the largest intellectual events in The City of London’s calendar. This provides a platform for both independent and positive discussion and the encouragement of world trade amongst a broad range of nationalities and cultures.
Clerk: The ideal candidates should:
- Demonstrate strategic awareness with the ability to deliver agreed objectives
- Be flexible, able to work under pressure across multiple roles, be adaptable to change
- Have excellent hands-on administrative and organisational abilities
- Have excellent verbal, written, presentation and communication skills
- Have confident and up-to-date IT and social media skills
- Demonstrate sound financial management
- Be comfortable managing formal ceremonial events and the protocols involved
- Be friendly and approachable, with excellent people skills and an ability to inspire confidence
- Be a team player with commitment and energy
- Become – or be already - well networked in The City of London
- Be based within easy reach of The City of London
Assistant Clerk: The ideal candidates should demonstrate:
- · Commercial experience gained in a public, charity or private sector organisation
- · Sound administrative, IT and organisational skills
- · Sound financial acumen and business development skills
- · Effective and dependable leadership able to work in a small team
- · Excellent communication and ambassadorial skills
- · Proven experience of successful event and hospitality management
- · An understanding of and an interest in the heritage and role of the City of London
HOW TO APPLY
Please download further details of the positions from our website: Marylebobe Executive Search
For an informal confidential discussion call Richard Evans or Kevin Everett
Apply online with a full Curriculum Vitae detailing your skills and experience together with a Covering Letter clearly outlining your motivation to undertake the role and how you meet the competencies required for the position as stated in the Person Specification
Closing date for applications: 12 August 2024
Long List interviews: 14 - 22 August 2024
Final Panel Interviews for the Clerk: 3 September 2024
For Assistant Clerk TBC
To find out more visit: Worhipful Company of World Traders wbsite
The Company embraces all aspects of diversity and welcomes applications from all sections of the Community.
Westminster Almshouses Foundation
42 Rochester Row, Westminster, London SW1P 1BU
Clerk
Salary Pro rata 3 days per week of £70,000 + benefits
Founded in 1665 the Westminster Almshouses Foundation provides sheltered housing for those over sixty with limited means. It comprises of 41 one bed units all on one site. In addition, the charity provides grants to relieve hardship to individuals, and to local organisations supporting those who are vulnerable or in need.
The successful candidate will have:
- · Comparable experience and understanding of the problems/needs of the elderly, health and social services,
- · A working knowledge of welfare and other benefits
- · A working knowledge of safeguarding vulnerable adults
- · Knowledge and understanding of Grants Management
- · Evidence of previous relevant experience in a similar role preferably in a charity or related organisation
- · Demonstrable financial literacy
- · Evidence of effective team management
- · Excellent written and oral communication skills and a good eye for detail
- · Degree level equivalent or relevant professional qualification(s)
We are seeking to appoint to this position a person who:
- · Is a natural leader
- · Has the ability to build effective relationships at all levels
- · Can demonstrate empathy towards the elderly.
- · Has a positive “can do” attitude.
- · Is non-judgmental and supportive.
- · Understands confidentiality.
- · Is practical.
We look forward to your application.
Please download further details of the position from our website at Marylebone Executive Search
Apply online with a CV and personal statement addressing the person specification.
Closing date for applications: 12 August 2024
Long List interviews: 14 – 22 August – 2024
Final Panel Interviews & Candidate visits: 12 September 2024
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The role of Deputy Centre Manageris pivotal to the continued success of our Youth Hub in High Wycombe. The Junction caters for 12 – 18-year-olds (up to 25 with SEND). This is an opportunity for someone with a can-do attitude and a strong desire to make things happen.
You will join a supportive, driven, committed team whose desire to achieve is matched by an intention to enjoy work on a day-to-day basis. You will be based in The Junction in High Wycombe, which is a multi service drop-in centre offering a full range of sessions and activities for local young people. You should expect to enjoy being part of a collaborative, loud and energetic organisation.
Become part of a dynamic charity, with a great mix of people committed to making a real difference for young people through a range of fun and challenging programmes and initiatives.
Action4Youth changes lives and creates better chances for young people by creating opportunities to discover their personal strengths and potential.
We work with young people from all backgrounds and all abilities to make a real difference to their futures.
We are a respected and dynamic charity based in Buckinghamshire and Milton Keynes but reaching young people across the wider southeast region.
Job Description
Job Title
· Deputy Centre Manager (The Junction Youth Centre, High Wycombe)
Position in the Organisation
· Reports To: Centre Manager
· Responsible For: Youth Workers and freelance staff
· Working hours: The centre is open 7 days a week 4-9pm. Working hours are 1:45-9pm on a two-week rotation (4 days one week and 6 the following). This post includes regular weekend work.
· Working With: Other members of the Action4Youth team including the High Wycombe Mentor, other programme staff, schools, key partners including other local youth organisations, Buckinghamshire Council, Thames Valley Police and many more.
Main Purpose and Scope of the Role
This role will assist with the day-to-day management of the centre and lead a small team of staff, including Youth Workers and some freelancers. The Deputy Centre Manager will be working in partnership with the Centre Manager to ensure the safe running of the centre and to deliver youth work directly. This role will liaise closely with the Centre Manager in order to make sure youth provision is effective and inclusive for all young people.
This role will be based in a multi service drop-in centre in High Wycombe for young people aged 12 – 18 years (up to 25 with SEND). The service will offer a range of sessions and activities all under one roof, seven days a week, and provides specialist support to those who are vulnerable.
The centre provides support in the following areas;
1. Crisis support; a drop-in service operating seven days a week where young people can come in and access specialist support and signposting in the below areas from trained staff.
· Homelessness
· Sexual health/unplanned pregnancy/sexual identity
· Family breakdown
· Crime
· Violence
· Bullying
· Substance misuse
· Relationship breakdown
2. A programme of mentoring to support young people on a 1:1 basis.
3. Health and wellbeing; a timetable of weekly activities focussing on positive mental and physical wellbeing.
· Nutrition and cooking - A weekly ‘cook along’ session will be available for young people to participate in where they learn the basics of cooking healthy and cheap meals.
· A timetable of fitness sessions including boxing and MMA sessions.
· A fortnightly mental wellbeing session which will focus on topics such as positive body image, social media, mental resilience, stress management, positive relationships etc.
4. A Youth Space for socialising and leisure activities;
· Café area
· Pool table, table football, table tennis, gaming consoles
· Weekly homework/ study club providing a quiet space where young people can get support on any schoolwork
· Weekly SEND Youth Group- open to young people with additional needs only who can come to socialise and participate in sessions on life skills
Duties and Key Responsibilities
- Register young people on arrival at the centre
- Keep the centre clean and tidy and be responsible for opening/ locking up the centre
- Assist with the overall smooth running of the centre and all its activity strands
- Work closely with library staff, Eden security and other key partners
- Be the lead staff member, running the Youth Centre, when the Centre Manager is not on shift
- Attend Action4Youth team meetings (sometimes outside of working hours) and be a positive link between The Junction and the other Action4Youth sites
- Communicate effectively with all core staff, freelancers and partners to ensure the centre is running safely and effectively and always be a positive role model
- Assess the needs of young people to correctly plan and deliver sessions related to areas such as health, fitness, smoking, drugs, gangs, violence, relationships and bullying
- Set up and run regular group youth work sessions in line with the key areas listed above
- Develop a positive rapport with young people based on respect and trust, ensuring the youth centre is a safe and welcoming place
- Establish boundaries and challenge inappropriate behaviour
- Mentor, coach and support individual young people
- Work in partnership with families and other key people in the young person's life, as well as with professionals from other organisations such as social care, health, police, education, youth offending teams and local authorities, in order to build a strong support network
- Manage, support and mentor staff, including youth workers and placement students
- Undertake administrative tasks relating to the centre’s efficient running, maintain effective recording systems and respond to queries
- Provide reports for funders and to SMT- including attendee numbers, case studies and other KPI’s as per funding applications.
- Promote the services of The Junction and take the lead in organising recruitment events at local schools. These may be outside the regular working hours, and you will need to claim time back in lieu.
- Attend local networking meetings to represent Action4Youth and promote the services of The Junction
- Work collaboratively with local community organisations to offer the best services to young people
- Always Act as an Ambassador for Action4Youth.
General Responsibilities
· Support events and meetings when required.
- Support the continued development of quality standards as specified by Action4Youth.
- Support in other areas of the organisation as required by the CEO
· To have regard for the vision of Action4Youth and to display a commitment to equal opportunities and to the protection and safeguarding of children, young people and vulnerable adults.
- Report any behaviour, conversations or comments which are inappropriate within a setting for children and young people.
· To carry out any other Action4Youth duties as required by your Line Manager, CEO or Directors.
· Administering own workload which includes meeting targets and deadlines in line with the Action4Youth Performance Management System.
· Attending relevant CPD training events in line with Performance Management appraisal.
· Undertaking responsibility, as part of the team, for all Health and Safety work related matters.
· Working within the guidelines of Action4Youth policies and procedures.
Skills, Experience and Knowledge
- Previous work experience in the youth, education or community sector
- Be able to lead, manage and support a small team
- Excellent communication skills, including being able to positively engage with young people from a wide range of backgrounds and actively involve them in the decision making process.
- Confident user of IT, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint
- Experience of using a CRM system (desirable)
- A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (desirable)
- Practical experience of designing and delivering presentations to a varied audience (desirable)
Qualifications
- A qualification and/or experience in youth work
Personal Attributes
- A team player with a cheerful disposition who is outgoing, friendly, approachable, flexible and enthusiastic
- Committed to young people’s personal and social development and to providing opportunities which enable them to reach their full potential.
- Integrity and discretion when dealing with sensitive information and compliance with data protection requirements
- A flexible approach to work including willingness to take on tasks outside the normal remit and to work irregular hours.
- Confidence to present to and motivate large/small, formal/informal meetings
- Ability to understand and deliver effective communications to diverse audiences.
- Prioritise and manage large workloads.
- Ability to work alone using own initiative
- Be committed to personal development and further training, as appropriate to the development of the role and Action4Youth
- Experience of planning, monitoring and evaluating work with young people
To Apply
To apply for this role please submit a copy of your CV and a covering letter explaining why you are applying for this position.
Work Location: In person
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This is an exciting new role for someone who is interested in gaining the experience and training necessary to become an information and advice navigator.
Working as part of our committed and expanding team, your main role will be supporting the advice team with triaging client contact over the telephone, online and face to face. We will provide you with full training and supervision to carry out your role.
Purpose of the role:
· Triage all client enquiries and referrals received via the helpline, email enquiries and drop in callers Provide administrative support to team advisers.
· To support clients with form completion – online or paper based.
· To support the Information and Advice Service (Later Life Planning Service / Dementia Adviser team)
You will be the first point of contact for our clients, whether that be by email, telephone or face to face.
We will provide training and support to help you develop your skills and become an efficient navigator onto other specialised services.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Programme Associate, Europe & Eurasia
Internews works to ensure access to trusted, quality news and information that empowers people to have a voice in their future and to live healthy, secure, and rewarding lives. We envision a world where everyone can communicate freely with anyone, anywhere, and exchange the news and information they need to shape their communities and the world.
For 35 years and in more than 100 countries, we have worked with our local partners to build hundreds of sustainable organizations, strengthened the capacity of thousands of media professionals, human rights activists, and information entrepreneurs, and reached millions of people with quality, local information, improving lives and building lasting change. On issues ranging from health and the environment to conflict and governance, Internews has developed approaches that harness the power of media and information to create positive change.
Internews is a charity operating internationally, with administrative centres in California, Washington DC, London, and Paris as well as regional hubs in Bangkok and Nairobi. Formed in 1982, Internews currently has offices in Africa, Asia, Europe, the Middle East, Latin America and North America.
Our commitment to a culture of belonging:
Internews is passionate about our core values and about supporting positive change in the world. We pride ourselves on our commitment to innovation and flexibility. We believe that diverse teams are strong teams, and work to support an ethic of belonging, dignity, and justice for all people. Our current team includes a mix of genders, parents and non-parents, the self-taught, and people of multiple races, nationalities, ages, sexual orientations, and socio-economic backgrounds. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage candidates of all races, genders, ages, abilities, orientations, ethnicities, and national origins to apply, and actively welcome those with alternative backgrounds and experiences.
About the role:
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Programme Associate to provide programmatic support to a portfolio of Internews’ projects in the Europe & Eurasia (E&E) region. The role will be part of the Internews’ headquarters E&E Project Management
Unit (PMU) and report to the London-based Senior Programme Officer. The role will support the project teams in the E&E region as they conduct their project activities and help ensure.
Effective programme implementation, particularly related to project reporting, work planning, and monitoring, evaluation, research and learning (MERL). The role will contribute to development opportunities that support E&E media and journalists to safely provide good quality information. The role may also be asked to represent Internews at partner and donor meetings. The role will also contribute to Internews’ knowledge management and improvement of Internews systems.
Key responsibilities:
- Support the project teams across all programmatic and operational aspects of European-funded grant programmes to implement high-quality projects on time and budget, and to the highest technical standards, and in a way that positions projects within a broader regional or thematic portfolio and contributes to organisational impact.
- Assist PMU management with project oversight and progress towards programme deliverables.
- Support project start-up, implementation, and closeout.
- Support with hiring key project personnel.
- Serve as an HQ point of contact for programmatic inquiries for assigned projects within the organisation and externally.
- Guide the project teams on rules and requirements of European donors and Internews’ internal policies and procedures.
- Work closely with the E&E Business team on business aspects of project delivery, including budget management and financial tracking.
- Review and revise donor narrative reports and workplans and ensure their high quality.
- Review and provide feedback on relevant programmatic and monitoring aspects, including MERL reporting, external project evaluation, and other research and studies;
- Support internal and external communication for projects, identifying newsworthy, impactful stories and preparing content or briefings which tell those stories; undertake external representation and policy engagement where necessary.
- As assigned, support the design and development of concept notes and proposals for European donors.
- Support meetings, webinars, and other events across time zones with international partners and fellow colleagues, including coordinating agendas and travel logistics.
- Attend relevant events (panels, presentations, etc.) upon request, and share notes with the team.
- Other duties as assigned.
- In all duties, an understanding of and demonstrated commitment to upholding Internews’ Core Values.
Qualifications:
Required:
- Minimum 3 years of experience of project support and donor reporting for large projects with major institutional donors, including the European Commission and SIDA.
- University degree in a related field.
- Fluency in English with excellent English-language writing and proven text-editing skills.
- Strong research and analytical skills and relevant experience.
- Strong time management and organisational skills; ability to effectively manage a dynamic workload and shifting priorities.
- Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills, including diplomacy, tact, and the ability to negotiate.
- Strong teamwork experience and proven track record of a collaborative approach to problem-solving.
- Proven ability to operate in a multicultural and remote work environment.
- Proficiency in MS Office.
Preferred:
- Working proficiency in Russian language.
- Proven experience of programme support in the Europe and Eurasia region.
- Understanding of proposal development for European donors and non-profit grant oversight.
- Proven experience in report and proposal writing.
Vacancy Timeframe:
Deadline for Applications: 21 July 2024
Hiring Process:
Candidates should submit a cover letter and resume through the Taleo application portal. The Cover Letter should be no longer than one page and explain why you'd be a great fit for this position and what drew you to it. The resume should be no longer than two pages. Candidates with the strongest cover letter and resume will advance to the test and interview process.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met or may be encountered by an employee performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work hours are generally Monday through Friday from 8:30am to 5pm; occasional irregular hours are required to accommodate international tele-conferences.
Salary: £34,500 - £38,324 per annum
Hours/Contract: Permanent - 35 hours per week
Based: Home Based (with option to work from Bocam Park office)
Closing date: 10th July 2024
Interview date: 15th & 16th July 2024
We are dedicated to assisting individuals and families affected by terminal illness and bereavement across the UK. As a Peer Support Service Team Leader, you will play a key part in making a real difference to those in need throughout the UK.
Marie Curie Benefits Package:
- Season ticket loan for travelling to and from work
- Defined contribution schemes for Pension
- Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme
- Loan schemes for bikes; computers and satellite navigation systems
- Introduce a friend scheme
- Help with childcare cost (T & C's apply)
- Entitled to Marie Curie Blue Light Card
- Entitled to Benefit-Hub Discount Scheme
- Life assurance - for all employees
- Eye care - (under Display Screen Equipment (DSE) regulations, Marie Curie will pay towards sight tests if you use computer screens and other displays as part of your job)
What's in it for you?
- Annual leave allowance:
- England and Wales = 25 days plus 8 public holidays (pro rata)
- Northern Ireland = 25 days plus 11 public holidays (pro rata)
- Scotland = 25 days plus 10 public holidays (pro rata)
- Competitive Policy for parental/sick leave
- Continuous Professional Development - (Marie Curie supports and encourages personal and professional development)
- Industry leading training programmes
- Flexible Working
- Free DBS/PVG/Access NI
What we are looking for:
- A confident leader with line management experience of both staff and ideally volunteers.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills as well the ability to influence, enthuse and work collaboratively with colleagues.
- Managing emotional support services can be challenging at times, you will need resilience to deal with difficult situations in a busy virtual environment,
- Someone with an eye for detail and a passion for continuous improvement opportunities.
- Whilst this role predominantly involves day to day operations, you will be an ambassador for our department and services, so experience with media and PR interviews would be beneficial.
- Ideally you will come from a charity, health or social care background or have demonstrable customer service management experience from a similar industry (such as a contact centre).
Marie Curie is the UK's leading end-of-life charity. We are the largest non-NHS provider of end-of-life care in the UK, the only provider across all 4 nations, delivering community nursing and hospice care across the country, while providing information and support on all aspects of dying, death, and bereavement. Our leading research pushes the boundaries of what we know about good end-of-life, and our campaigns fight for a world where everyone gets to have the best possible quality of life while living with an illness they're likely to die from.
Joining our Information & Support Team at an exciting time of growth in this new role, you'll provide crucial operational management for Marie Curie's Peer Support Services - our telephone companion and bereavement services. You'll line manage our Volunteer Co-ordinators and Peer Support staff ensuring the high quality provision of emotional support offered by over 150 volunteers, and be responsible for the development and expansion of these services, at a time when we know that more and more people need our support.
Whilst this is a busy role, responsible for the delivery of two growing services, the fulfilment that comes from seeing the positive impact on someone's life that we have supported, makes this role incredibly rewarding.
In this role, you will:
- Manage the day-to-day operations of Marie Curie's Peer Support Services to provide volunteer-delivered emotional support by phone to people living with a terminal illness, carers, family and friends as well as those who are bereaved from terminal illness.
- Line-manage a team of Volunteer Co-ordinators and Peer Support Officers ensure a high-quality service is provided to all service users and volunteers are recruited, trained and managed at the highest standard.
- Be responsible for service key performance indicators (KPIs), governance, leading on design and delivery of training to volunteers, and proactively managing the quality of our services.
- Alongside the Team Leader of our Support Line, act as a safeguarding lead, ensuring that all policies and procedures are followed and staff and volunteers receive the support that they need to deal with difficult situations.
- Support the growth plan for the services by proactively identifying opportunities to develop the services, working in partnership with other teams, and being an ambassador for the services within Marie Curie, and externally as required.
To apply, please send us your most recent CV and a cover letter detailing your experience, how you meet the person specification and why you would like to work for Marie Curie.
Marie Curie is committed to its values, which underpin our work. We take stringent steps to ensure that the people who join our organisation through employment or volunteering, are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. This includes our staff, volunteers and all those who use or come into contact with our services. We are dedicated to creating not just a safe place to work but also a supportive and rewarding one.
We believe that diversity makes us stronger. Join Marie Curie and be part of an inclusive and equitable workplace where everyone's unique perspectives and experiences are valued. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and walks of life. Apply today to bring your talents to our diverse and inclusive charity.
We're committed to making reasonable adjustments to support you throughout the application and selection process. You can request support via our recruitment team.
This role will be subject to receiving a Basic criminal record check.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early. Agencies need not apply.
Prospectus is delighted to be working with Elrha to support the recruitment of a temporary Executive Personal Assistant to provide comprehensive and confidential administration support to the Director of Impact and Engagement, as well as her direct reports (Heads of Teams) when required. This post is offered as a remote (or hybrid, should you prefer) full-time temporary contract with a length of approximately 3 months.
Elrha is a global organisation which finds solutions to complex humanitarian problems through research and innovation. They are an established actor in the humanitarian community, working in partnership with humanitarian organisations, researchers, innovators, and the private sector to tackle some of the most difficult challenges facing people all over the world.
The post holder will develop and maintain good relationships with members of the Board, Leadership Group, managers, and external stakeholders. You will manage the Director’s and Heads of Team’s Outlook calendars effectively and proactively, anticipating and scheduling regular events, meetings, and appointments in their diary, as well as maintaining inboxes ensuring urgent emails are prioritised. You will assist the team with a range of projects focused on the delivery of Elrha’s programmes and organisational development work, communicating progress updates and ensuring work stays on track, resolving issues and escalating any budget or risk concerns to the Director. You will also coordinate procurement and contract management processes with our client’s procurement teams, ensuring compliance with all processes.
We are looking for an experienced and dependable Executive Assistant/ Personal Assistant who is confident with bags of initiative, discrete and has good judgement. To be successful, you need to have experience of working within a senior team, including providing administrative support, diary and inbox management. You will have experience in coordinating procurement and contracting processes and a flow for project management. You will have excellent attention to detail, strong communication and organisation skills, and a proactive attitude, able to work independently.
As a specialist Recruitment Practice, we are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application.
In order to apply, please submit your up-to-date CV. Should your experience be suitable, we will send you the full job description and will arrange for a phone call to brief you on the role.
Location: Flexible - UK, Africa or North America
Equidem is a human and labour rights organisation, anchored in the global south. We work globally and locally to expose injustice and hidden human rights abuses; to provide practical solutions to the most intractable human rights challenges; and to build powerful community-led coalitions that empower the individual and the community.
Equidem is a dynamic and innovative people-centred organisation with a team representative of the same communities whose rights we seek to defend.
Equidem may be a young organisation, but it has already made a significant impact. Our teams in Africa, Asia, the Middle East and beyond have helped thousands of people from the most disadvantaged backgrounds to escape modern slavery, exploitation and even death. We have exposed injustices perpetrated by some of the most powerful states and businesses in the world, and helped build the human rights movement from the grassroots to the international-level with a positive, inclusive vision of a better society.
The role of Head of Programmes is an exciting and dynamic leadership position within a rapidly expanding international human rights organisation. Reporting directly to the CEO, the Head of Programmes will be an integral part of the leadership team, alongside the Heads of Fundraising, Communications, and Operations. In this capacity, the Head of Programmes will oversee a team of experienced leaders in the field of human rights and grassroots activism, responsible for various areas such as Research, Investigations, Policy and Innovation, Advocacy and Campaigns.
We are looking for a talented, motivated and values-driven professional to advance Equidem's ambitious and exciting programmatic initiatives.
The Candidate:
▪ Profound expertise in designing, implementing, and evolving international programmes with a particular focus on human rights, labour rights, climate change, economic, social and cultural rights and international justice.
▪ Extensive international experience in developing and leading tailored programmes across two or more of the following areas: Asia, Africa, North America, Europe, and the Middle East that are adapted to regional and local contexts, ensuring their success and tangible impact.
▪ Demonstrated track record of crafting impactful programmes, substantiated by measurable evidence and a commitment to prioritizing impact. Experience of grant reporting and implementation of MEL processes.
▪ Experience in managing and mentoring staff, contributing to leadership teams within a matrixed organisation, and a dedication to collaborative teamwork with both internal colleagues and external partners.
▪ Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced office environment, adapting to rapidly changing priorities, handling multiple deadlines, and consistently delivering high-quality work products.
▪ Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
▪ Demonstrated experience in building programs in complex environments involving stakeholders and partners from various sectors.
For an informal and confidential discussion, please speak with our advisor at Berwick Partners Sandra Hamovic.
Closing date for applications: 9am on Wednesday 31st July
Harris Hill are delighted to be working with a medical membership charity to recruit for the Events Programme Manager in order to project manage the educational and scientific programme of all events, and to provide excellent support to all stakeholders involved in the organisation’s annual programme of events.
As the Events Programme Manager you will:
- Project manage the educational and scientific programme of all events
- Coordinate the delivery of virtual Study Days (6-8 per year)
- Support Director, Head of and other colleagues to build and update event programmes, manage speakers, send welcome letters, answer queries, collect contact details, biographies, session titles, etc.
- Provide support before and during in-person events including room management and speaker preview rooms
- Provide support technology for virtual speakers, facilitate pre-recorded sessions via Zoom
In order to be successful, you must have experienced :
- Event experience gained working in a membership organisation, preferably in healthcare
- Experience working with different stakeholders, including speakers/chairs and event committees
- Demonstrable skills in physical and virtual event/meeting delivery
- Experience of using Zoom for virtual events and onboarding virtual speakers
- Proficient in Microsoft 365 or equivalent
- Excellent customer service skills
- Experience of using CRM to manage events
- Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
Salary: £36,000 per annum
Contract type: Permanent
Location: London, hybrid working
Deadline: on rolling basis
Interview: ASAP
Recruitment process: Cv and Supporting Statement to
If this sounds like you, then please do get in touch ASAP!
As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.
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Job Purpose and Summary
Do you want to be part of an exciting and varied fundraising programme?
Currently, our student team supports hundreds of students per year to take part in some incredible fundraising challenges. This includes national and international treks and marathons, such as climbing Kilimanjaro, trekking across the Morocco High Atlas Mountains or running 26.2 miles through Budapest.
We have two roles available for Student Fundraising Assistants to work with the current team across campuses in the UK and one in Ireland. With the purpose to engage with students at our partner universities and inspire them to join us on a fuindraising challenge to defeat meningitis and tick off a bucket list adventure.
The Student Fundraising Assistant will support the student team with recruiting students to take on one of these challenges. Some primary tasks and activities will include attending freshers' fairs, presenting about Meningitis Research Foundation’s student programme at information meetings and making phone calls to those who have registered their interest.
This role requires strong prioritisation and communication skills, sensitivity and flexibility. Whether you come with direct fundraising experience or have transferable skills that the role requires, we will support and develop you to excel in your role. What we are really looking for is someone passionate about making a difference and who is confident and outgoing when talking to new people. You will be the face and voice of the cause when talking to students.
Meningitis Research Foundation is based in Bristol, but this role is flexible and is open to remote working with regular visits to universities across the UK.
We offer an annual salary of £23,000 (pro-rata), 6% employer pension contribution and employee assistance program alongside annual leave of 25 days per year (pro-rata). You will report to the Senior Fundraising Manager (Events and Community) within the Fundraising Team and work closely with the Student Team who will assign day-to-day activities.
Key responsibilities
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Visiting partner universities around the UK to promote their chosen fundraising challenge. These promotions include but may not be limited to; manning freshers fair stalls, flyering and delivering lecture shout outs.
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Maintaining positive relationships with the universities visited through good communication skills.
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Generate interest in the work of Meningitis Research Foundation and motivate people to register their interest in a challenge and sign up.
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Deliver short presentations at information meetings about the work of Meningitis Research Foundation and the fundraising support we offer to challenge participants.
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Make telephone calls to students who have registered interest in a challenge; answering questions, assisting with concerns and helping to overcome barriers to entry such as fundraising targets.
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Occasional need to assist with social media content e.g. creation of Instagram stories or posts using Canva.
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Other duties as reasonable requested by the Senior Fundraising Manager (Events & Community) or Head of Fundraising.
Skills and experience required
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Excellent oral communication skills, strong networker and a confident, outgoing manner
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Good organisational skills, ability to prioritise and juggle multiple activities
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IT competent - able to use Microsoft 365
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Self-motivated and able to use own initiative
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Team player with an ability to build effective working relationships
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Ability to demonstrate our organisational values in all areas of your work
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Ability to work anti-social hours (evenings and weekends) and at a high level of intensity
About us
Meningitis Research Foundation is an international health charity headquartered in the UK,
driven by a passionate mission to prevent the devastating impact of meningitis. Founded by
individuals whose lives were profoundly affected by meningitis; we are dedicated to enabling
positive change by uniting people and knowledge to save lives. The Confederation of
Meningitis Organisations (CoMO) is our worldwide network of people and groups who are
driven by a shared purpose to defeat meningitis. By coming together to share their diverse
experience and expertise, they are a formidable global force against this life-threatening
condition.
Please send a CV and a covering letter addressing all points on the job description and person specification by 9am on Tuesday 16th July. For an informal chat about the role please contact us.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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London W14
Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 p.a. (FTE)
Direct Reports: 3 x Senior Managers (overall 25 staff)
Arrangements: Hybrid: 3 days p/w in office, 2 days p/w remote; Full time or 4 days p/w p/t
We are recruiting a new Chief Executive Officer to develop and implement our new strategy and to inspire, motivate and lead the staff team to better serve and support Hammersmith and Fulham Mencap service users and work with our key stakeholders.
You will have a proven track record of leadership and fundraising/income generation (obtained in charity or commercial, public or private sectors); the vision to increase HF Mencap’s reach and impact; strong financial acumen; a warm and engaging personality; outstanding communication skills and the ability to relate very well to our community of service users, carers and families.
Crucially, you will have a strong commitment to and understanding of the nature of HF Mencap and our work and values: HF Mencap gives those with learning disabilities and autism the opportunity to achieve their full potential and live as independently as they can.
To request the Candidate Brief, please contact
Sara Kyte or Jonathan Lester - Kyte Lester Appointments
Closing date: 16 July 2024
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Growing Hope is a charity providing free therapy for children and young people with additional needs in partnership with local churches across the UK. We aim to grow hope for children, hope for families and hope in Jesus. Growing Hope was founded in December 2017 and has a vision to see 20 clinics set up across the UK by 2030. We currently have five clinics, King’s Cross, Brockley, High Wycombe, Gateshead and Redbridge. We worked with over 500 children, young people, parents, carers, siblings and professionals in 2023.
Role Summary:
We are recruiting an Operations Officer who will support with operations across the charity. This includes supporting the team with administration, finance, training and fundraising. We are seeking an individual who is flexible and adaptive in their approach, and has excellent attention to detail, IT and communication skills. We are open to candidates who have a strong work ethic and are keen to learn and develop the essential skills for the role. We are looking for employees who are committed to Growing Hope’s vision and values and can demonstrate these both within their interview and as they complete their job role. Growing Hope values:
- Hope - We believe Jesus brings hope to children, young people and families, even in the most difficult situations, and that underpins everything we do.
- Community - We are accepting of all and want everyone to know they are seen, heard and belong.
- Courage - We are brave, choosing honesty over comfort, and tackling problems because we want to change lives.
- Innovation - We are innovative, flexible and creative in our approach, always aiming for excellence.
- Generosity - We look out for others and share our time, encouragement, finances and skills.
Job Purpose
Growing Hope is a national charity with a growing number of clinics across the UK. This operations role will provide support across the Growing Hope national staff team. This will include support with administration, finance, fundraising and training. This role is key in enabling all the functions of the national charity to run smoothly and effectively. The role will be based in King’s Cross with occasional events outside of the office.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Duties and responsibilities will be discussed and developed as the charity continues to grow. It is anticipated that this time will be flexible and adjusted according to the needs and priorities at the time. Specifically the role with include:
IT administration
- Administration of IT systems, logins and spreadsheets for the team, volunteers, staff and freelancers (keeping these up to date and amending systems as required).
- Ordering and setting up IT hardware and software for individuals joining the team.
- Oversight of IT systems used by Growing Hope including ticket tailor, jot form, mail chimp, Microsoft office, google adverts and tracking. Supporting with problem solving when issues arise.
- Overseeing and training others in Canopy (clinic administration software) and helping support and problem solve with using this. This includes liaising with a freelance software developer to manage the development project.
HR administration
- Oversight of the recruitment checking process for new volunteers, trustees, freelancers and employees. This includes carrying out DBS checks, calling referees, chasing for references and communicating with individuals as they start with Growing Hope.
- Management of the ‘internal news’ list in order to track individuals working closely with the charity.
- Writing, drafting and sending out HR letters, contracts and contract variations.
- Organising internal events on behalf of the team including away days, training days and ad hoc events.
- Organising online training as required for members of the Growing Hope team.
Office Support
- Overseeing the day to day office and building use including the alarm, maintenance visits, wifi, printer and other equipment. This includes liaising with other individuals who have office use.
- Liaising with the Director of Operations around the use of the office.
- Ordering office supplies as required, ensuring office space and storage is kept organised.
- Supporting with external events planning including finding venues, sponsorship and items needed.
- Ordering equipment as required across the team.
- Ad hoc tasks as required across the team.
Volunteer admin support
- Processing volunteer applications and induction as required.
- Oversight of volunteers using the office space on a day to day basis. Including allocating volunteer tasks and explaining and supporting with these as required.
- Managing volunteer IT access.
General
- Sending letters and emails and making phone calls as required.
- Logging all actions on Salesforce database.
- Maintain data protection & confidentiality in line with Growing Hope’s policy.
- Ensure adherence to Safeguarding and wider Growing Hope policies.
- Actively contributing to staff prayer meetings and upholding Growing Hope’s Christian values.
Person Specification
The ideal candidate will have a genuine interest in working in the charity sector, an interest in additional needs and inclusion are highly desirable.
ESSENTIAL
- This role has an Occupational Requirement to be a Christian, as permitted under Schedule 9, Part 1, of the Equality Act 2010. Excellent copywriting and proof-reading skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent organisation and time management skills.
- Ability to work with Microsoft word, excel, outlook and ppt efficiently and effectively.
- Ability to understand and work with back end IT systems such as wordpress, google admin suite and azure.
- Ability to take initiative and have a flexible approach to tasks.
- Commitment to Growing Hope’s vision. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, as the task requires
DESIRABLE
- Experience, interest in or commitment to a career in additional needs and inclusion.
- Experience of working in the charity/NGO sector.
- Experience of other IT systems such as quickbooks, mailchimp and ticket tailor.
Championing accessibility and providing free therapy for children and young people with additional needs, in partnership with local churches
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The Talent Set are very excited to be partnership with the Royal Institution to support the recruitment of a Trusts & Foundation Manager on a permanent basis.
This role offers a hybrid working pattern, coming into the London office 2 days/week.
The Royal Institution (Ri) has been connecting people with science for over 200 years. Founded in 1799, the Ri has inspired generations of scientists whose discoveries have helped shape our modern world. The Ri has a clear vision that ‘Science is for Everyone’ and it is their belief that everyone should have equitable access to science.
Together, we are looking for an ambitious Trusts and Foundations Manager to cultivate and develop relationships that will enable the Ri to achieve their strategy as they pursue new projects and reach more beneficiaries.
The role is key in maximising income from charitable trusts and foundations, collaborating across the Ri to develop innovative and compelling proposals, delivering excellent account management and stewardship to existing donors, and identifying, researching and engaging new prospects.
You will develop cultivation strategies for current and prospective charitable trusts and foundations and research relevant trusts and grant making bodies to prepare, write and submit applications. You will use your outstanding relationship building skills to build relationships with Trust and Foundations that are new or lapsed and create opportunities to introduce the work of the Ri.
Key skills include:
- Proven experience across trusts & foundations fundraising activity
- Ability to research relevant trusts and grant making bodies, prepare, write and submit applications
- Manage lapsed opportunities as well as identifying and acquiring new funding
- Build strong relationships with stakeholders both internally and externally
- Ability to tackle challenges constructively, and find creative ways forward
- Knowledge of Salesforce or similar CRM
To be considered for this position please apply with your CV as soon as possible, regrettably please note we may not be able to reply to each and every application.
We are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practises that ensure equal opportunity for everyone, regardless of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and will happily make reasonable adjustments to always ensure a fair process.