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The Community Public Health Coordinator’s role is to ensure the smooth running of group-based exercise, healthy cooking and health education sessions.
This forms part of our Community Public Health Programme in partnership with Open Age (lead partner), Fifty Plus Aged Eritrean Welfare Association, WAND UK and Pepper Pot Centre. This programme aims to address heart and lung health needs in Black Caribbean and African communities.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:
· To ensure the smooth running of the Community Public Health Programme, working closely in partnership with our lead partner Open Age.
· To support the delivery of heart and lung health exercise, cooking and education sessions which include, however is not limited to, helping overcome language and cultural barriers, building trust and demonstrating the exercises.
· To set up the room for the exercise, education and cooking sessions, including any furniture or other equipment as required.
· To conduct essential administrative tasks involved with the coordination of the programme such as promotion, managing bookings, keeping accurate registers and ensuring appropriate forms and documentation are completed.
· To collect, monitor, evaluate and report data, using IT, to the Open Age Senior Clinical Exercise Specialist to demonstrate the impact of the Community Public Health Programme.
· To support exercise assessments of participants to monitor changes and improvements.
· To advise how the programme can be delivered in a culturally sensitive manner to help increase community engagement.
· To promote and market the programme to increase reach in the Royal Borough Kensington and Chelsea community.
· To communicate effectively with participants to promote the general benefits of exercise and healthy eating within our community.
· To attend multi-agency meetings with our Community Public Health Programme partners to share learning, challenges and success stories.
· To carry out any other duties that may be reasonably required by the Open Age Senior Clinical Exercise Specialist.
· To work flexibly within the job description and to carry out any other duties as required, supporting the changing needs of the programme.
· To undertake any training that is deemed necessary for the delivery of programme.
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES AND EXPERIENCE:
- This is a front-facing role and therefore requires strong customer service skills, such as excellent communication and written communication (in-person and via telephone)
- Motivated and enthusiastic
- Excellent administration skills and attention to detail
- Excellent listening skills, combined with patience and understanding
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build great relationships with partners, members and work colleagues
- Strong IT skills and a familiarity with data entry – knowledge of Microsoft Office including Teams
- Willing to learn and attend training, such as exercise qualifications
- Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
- Sensitivity to difference and diversity among participants and a commitment to putting equal opportunities principles into practice
- Reliable, flexible and the ability to manage time effectively to manage workloads, set priorities and meet strict deadlines
- Ability to write reports, work with data and utilise Microsoft Office
- Ability to multitask and respond to changing needs
- Compassion for the issues facing older people
- Ability to cope with change
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Summary
Closed Church Buildings Assistant Case Officers
We are looking for new colleagues to join the dedicated team of professionals who advise on and play a key role in finding suitable new uses for church buildings that are no longer needed for regular public worship.
If you have strong organisational skills, an eye for detail, and enjoy working collaboratively to support complex casework, we would love to hear from you.
You can find out more about these opportunities at our webinar on Tuesday 11 March at 1:15pm.
About the Role
Our Closed Churches Church Buildings Assistant Case Officers work alongside the Regional Case Officers to support the process of finding suitable new uses for church buildings that are no longer needed for regular public worship. This is a legal process under the provisions of the Mission and Pastoral Measure (MPM).
Assistant Case Officers provide specialist administrative support throughout the disposal process, assisting diocesan teams, purchasers, statutory bodies, and other stakeholders involved in decision-making and legal processes. They help manage casework by ensuring necessary specialist advice is obtained, maintaining accurate records, and acting as the main point of contact for public enquiries related to closed church cases.
The current vacancies are for two Assistant Case Officers: one based in the North of England and one in the South of England.
About the Department
The Commissioners' Closed Churches Team is regionally based and works with Church of England dioceses to settle the future of closed church buildings. The team is part of the Cathedral and Church Buildings Department, a dedicated team of professionals who work with and advise parishes and dioceses on the care and conservation of church buildings, helping to manage the largest set of historic buildings in the country.
The Cathedral and Church Buildings Department supports the care and sustainable development of the Church of England's 42 cathedrals and 16,000 church buildings, of which 12,500 are listed, to help fulfil the vision and strategy of the Church of England. It also supports dioceses with the disposal of church buildings no longer required for worship and finding them a new future.
Through advice, guidance, advocacy, and fundraising, we provide strategic support on conservation and caring for historic church buildings, making changes to support worship and communities, and working towards Net Zero Carbon 2030. Members of the department engage with dioceses, parishes, and cathedral teams, as well as nationally with government, agencies, charities, funders, General Synod, and across the National Church Institutions to make the case for church buildings and their vital role in worship, community, and national life.
Key Role Requirements
We're looking for people who are highly organised and proactive, detail-oriented, and able to prioritise a varied workload while working as part of a team. You'll be a graduate or equivalent and have strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to handle complex casework and legal processes with diplomacy and tact.
Experience working with property, ecclesiastical or planning law, listed buildings, or complex administrative systems is desirable.
This interesting and varied role involves travel within England, with occasional overnight stays, so a valid full UK driving licence would be beneficial. You'll work either from Church House, Westminster, or a regional base location, with the expectation to be in the office 1 - 3 days per week with flexibility.
These Assistant Case Officer roles are designed to offer training and development opportunities, with the intention that, over time, the Assistant CO may progress to a Regional Case Officer role.
- A salary of £40,572 per annum plus age-related pension contributions between 8-15% of salary. We will also match any pension contributions you make up to an additional 3% of your salary.
- 25 days annual leave (increasing to 30 days within 5 years) plus eight bank holidays and three additional days (pro-rated if working part-time).
- We welcome all flexible working arrangement requests. This is looked at in a case-by-case scenario and if this fits within the department's needs. We try to be as flexible as we can in your work pattern to support you with other commitments, and to give a good work-life balance.
- We offer many services and initiatives under our Family Friendly Programme, some of these include enhanced Maternity Leave initiative, Adoption leave, Paternity Leave, & Shared Parental Leave. Structured induction programme and access to a range of development opportunities including apprenticeships.
- Automatic enrolment and access to Medicash (one of the UK's leading health cash plan providers), providing you with many services including reimbursements of routine dental treatment, optical, specialist consultations, and therapy treatments. Unlimited access to virtual GP & Private prescription service and health & Stress related helplines.
- Access to Occupational Health, and an Employee Assistance Programme
- Access to the Department of Education Restaurant and Westminster Abbey with a plus-one guest.
- Apply for eligibility for an Eyecare voucher.
- Opportunity to join the Civil Service Sports & Social Club, and get involved in a range of staff networks, groups and societies.
- Strive for Excellence
- Show Compassion
- Respect others
- Collaborate
- Act with Integrity
The Senior New Business Manager plays a pivotal role in the success of the Fundraising and Communications directorate and London Youth as a whole. In line with our new fundraising strategy, you are responsible for securing new six-figure corporate partnerships, achieving ambitious personal targets and contributing to our overall fundraising target of £6.2m in 2025. Your focus will be on high value long term relationships with businesses generating both restricted funds and unrestricted funds.
Please see the attached job description for further details.
Application closing date: 19th March 2025
Interview date: 26th March 2025
What you will be doing:
- Prospecting corporates that align with our mission and vision, objectives, and restricted and unrestricted fundraising needs.
- Building a personal pipeline of prospects and moving them through the funnel to hit monthly and annual KPIs, including financial targets.
- Ensure first class stewardship of prospective partners, building relationship with high value funders for the long term through the full range of London Youth offers.
- Developing compelling and winning pitches and proposals that align the strategy of the corporates with the needs of young people, youth organisations, and London Youth.
- Collaborate with colleagues at all levels to develop compelling and winning proposals and supporting materials to the highest standard.
- Working closely with the senior team, board, and development board to leverage connections and facilitate introductions to prospects.
- Collaborate with and support the Head of Corporate and the Senior Account Manager to ensure success across the wider corporate partnerships team.
- Ensure all information is recorded in an accurate and timely manner across all relevant systems and in line with all relevant processes and procedure, including Salesforce and Sharepoint, due diligence and contracting, and financial.
- Utilise data to analyse performance, take informed decisions, and report in an accurate and timely manner to relevant stakeholders.
- Contribute to the organisation and team’s annual plans, strategies, budget planning, and reforecasts.
- Understand, support and communicate the vision, mission, and aims of London Youth and the needs of young people and youth organisations.
- Reflect our inclusive culture in your day-to-day work and support a positive health & safety and safeguarding culture in your interactions with colleagues, young people, and youth organisations.
- Follow our organisations anti-racism principles and practices as you actively promote and respect diversity and inclusion in all aspects of your work and working relationships.
Knowledge and Experience:
- Proven track record on securing high value corporate partnerships at the six-figure level in the charity sector or private sector.
- Ability to research, identify, and secure both unrestricted and restricted income.
- Strong communication skills, with experience of developing compelling proposals and pitches.
- Excellent relationship building and stewardship skills with ability to represent London Youth to a variety of stakeholders including C-Suite level.
- First class knowledge of the corporate fundraising landscape and the wider charity environment, including the ability to spot trends and implement best practice.
- Ability to work independently, multi-task, and prioritise a busy workload.
- Ability to collaborate with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders to produce accurate work of the highest possible standard.
- Passion for personal and professional development, as well as a proven can-do attitude to get involved in various aspects of fundraising delivery.
- Creative mindset to find new ways to engage and partner with corporates to raise funds for London Youth.
You will be able to demonstrate our values of being:
- Ambitious
- Collaborative
- Inclusive
- Accountable
Benefits
- Generous holiday allowance - 39 days paid annual holiday each year. If you work part-time, your holiday allowance (including closure days) will be proportional based on your working hours.
- Employer 4% pension contribution.
- Additional leave granted to support voluntary activity.
- Free access for you and your family to the Employee Assistance Programme.
- Free access to the 'Headspace' app for you and your family.
- Free Health Care Cash Plan.
- Flexible working opportunities considered.
- You'll be working with a fantastic team of passionate colleagues across London Youth.
- You will be making a difference to the lives of young people.
About London Youth
We are London Youth: a charity on a mission to support the capital’s youth sector to improve the lives of young people. We do this with and through our members – a network of 600 youth organisations – and at our two outdoor residential centres, Hindleap Warren and Woodrow High House.
Throughout our 135-year history, community youth organisations have provided a constant lifeline and a vital safe space outside the family and formal education, where young people can develop confidence, resilience and skills. Young people need opportunities outside school to have fun with their friends, to make a positive change in their communities and to shape the city they live in.
We look to work with all young people, focusing particularly on those who wouldn’t otherwise have access to the kind of opportunities we offer.
In 2022-2023, we worked with 571 member youth organisations who supported more than 650k+ young Londoners. 24,680 young people took part in our programme events and activities, with 15,000 enjoying activities at our two outdoor learning centres, Woodrow and Hindleap. We supported 1,442 youth professionals at over 164 of our training and network sessions.
Summary
Closed Church Buildings Case Officer
We are looking for a new colleague to join the dedicated team of professionals who advise on and play a key role in finding suitable new uses for church buildings that are no longer needed for regular public worship.
If you have professional qualifications in town planning, conservation or the built environment, and enjoy working creatively and strategically to solve complex challenges, we would love to hear from you. You can find out more about these opportunities at our webinar on Tuesday 11 March at 1:15pm. .
About the Role
Our Closed Churches Regional Case Officers work with Diocese to find suitable new uses for church buildings that are no longer needed for regular public worship. This is a legal process under the provisions of the Mission and Pastoral Measure (MPM).
The Case officers use their professional specialist skills and knowledge to creatively resolve the future of closed church buildings and navigate the legal processes necessary for achieving a new and sustainable use. This involves acting as a specialist resource to dioceses and other stakeholders (e.g. local planning authorities, Historic England, solicitors and prospective purchasers), facilitating the resolution of church closure cases and managing the legal and procedural aspects.
The current Regional Case Officer vacancy is for someone to be responsible for managing cases in the dioceses of Truro, Exeter, Bath & Wells, Bristol, Salisbury, Winchester, and Portsmouth (subject to change over time).
About the Department
The Commissioners' Closed Churches Team is regionally based, and works with Church of England dioceses to settle the future of closed church buildings. The team is part of the Cathedral and Church Buildings Department, a dedicated team of professionals who work with and advise parishes and dioceses on the care and conservation of church buildings, helping to manage the largest set of historic buildings in the country.
The Cathedral and Church Buildings Department supports the care and sustainable development of the Church of England's 42 cathedrals and 16,000 church buildings, of which 12,500 are listed, to help fulfil the vision and strategy of the Church of England. It also supports dioceses with the disposal of church buildings no longer required for worship and finding them a new future. Through advice, guidance, advocacy and fundraising, we provide strategic support on conservation and caring for historic church buildings, making changes to support worship and communities, and working towards Net Zero Carbon 2030. Members of the department engage with dioceses, parishes and cathedral teams, as well as nationally with government, agencies, charities, funders, General Synod and across the National Church Institutions to make the case for church buildings and their vital role in worship, community and our national life.
Key role requirements
We're looking for people with graduate or post graduate level planning or other built environment-related qualifications or accreditation (e.g. MRTPI, RIBA, RICS or IHBC), who have the ability to understand and explain complex legal documentation and processes, the ability to learn and navigate ecclesiastical legislation, to proactively drive forward casework, and to work with a range of stakeholders to find creative reuses for these important buildings.
You'll need strong communication and interpersonal skills, and be skilled in negotiating and influencing a wide range of stakeholders with diplomacy and tact in order to maintain positive relationships while balancing differing interests.
This interesting and varied role involves extensive travel within England with occasional overnight stay so a valid full UK driving licence is desirable. You'll operate from a regional base location within the Southwest/Central South of England, with the expectation to work from the base location between 1 - 3 days per week with flexibility.
We are also recruiting for Assistant Case Officers who work alongside the Regional Case Officers. They provide specialist administrative support to the case officers. These Assistant Case Officer roles are designed to offer training and development opportunities, with the intention that, over time, the Assistant CO may progress to a Regional Case Officer role.
- A market rate salary of £56,991.39, plus age-related pension contributions between 8-15% of salary. We will also match any pension contributions you make up to an additional 3% of your salary.
- 25 days annual leave (increasing to 30 days within 5 years) plus eight bank holidays and three additional days.
- We welcome all flexible working arrangement requests. This is looked at in a case-by-case scenario and if this fits within the department's needs. We try to be as flexible as we can in your work pattern to support you with other commitments, and to give a good work-life balance.
- We offer many services and initiatives under our Family Friendly Programme, some of these include enhanced Maternity Leave initiative, Adoption Leave, Paternity Leave, & Shared Parental Leave. Structured induction programme and access to a range of development opportunities including apprenticeships.
- Automatic enrolment and access to Medicash (one of the UK's leading health cash plan providers), providing you with many services including reimbursements for routine dental treatment, optical, specialist consultations, and therapy treatments. Unlimited access to virtual GP & Private prescription service and health & Stress related helplines.
- Access to Occupational Health, and an Employee Assistance Programme
- Access to the Department of Education Restaurant and Westminster Abbey with a plus-one guest.
- Apply for eligibility for an Eyecare voucher.
- Opportunity to join the Civil Service Sports & Social Club, and get involved in a range of staff networks, groups and societies.
- Strive for Excellence
- Show Compassion
- Respect others
- Collaborate
- Act with Integrity
Making Music is the UK association for leisure-time music, with 3,900 music groups in membership including choirs, bands, ensembles of all kinds, orchestras, and more.
We are now looking for a full-time (5 days per week/37.5 hours a week) Membership and Services Administrator.
This is a key role in the Membership and Services Team and wider organisation. You will be first point of contact for all member queries and work closely with the four other members of the Membership and Services team to:
- deliver excellent membership service, answering queries over the phone and by email
- provide efficient membership administration (e.g. processing applications, updating contact details)
- provide support for our Charity Registration service.
Full training will be provided on our membership structure and the services we offer, as well as a wide range of subjects our members frequently ask us about such as charity governance, copyright and Gift Aid. No prior knowledge is expected.
You should have customer service experience and be able to communicate clearly over the phone and in email. You should be able to complete tasks methodically, prioritise effectively and work flexibility within a small team.
This is a hybrid role with at least 3 of the 5 days every week to be worked from our offices – which are currently near London Bridge, but will soon move to Moorgate.
We are looking for the best person for this role, whatever your past opportunities, so we are asking you to complete three tasks online, and your answers to these will be the only information the two staff members making a longlist will look at.
We understand that having different voices from all sections of society in our team will help us be the best organisation we can be and best support our diverse membership. We especially welcome applications from disabled people, people of the Global Majority or people whose socio-economic background has limited their opportunities.
We are committed to making adjustments to our application process – please get in touch and tell us what we can do: we want you to have the best chance at showing us what you are capable of. You can also contact us for further information about the role or the application process.
Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.
JOB PURPOSE
We are looking for a proactive, inclusive and insightful HR generalist to join us as we develop our People function. This new role reports to the Director of People and will manage day-to-day HR advisory and operational support for the organisation, as well as a range of forward-thinking projects, as we continually align our People policies and practice with the strategic goals of the charity. You will partner closely with department heads, line managers and staff to develop confidence in and understanding of our policies and practices. An experienced HR generalist who is passionate about supporting the organisation and individuals within it to develop, you’ll be an empathetic and skilled relationship builder, and have experience in leading a range of HR improvement projects. You’ll have strong problem-solving skills, an aptitude for data, a test and learn approach and an eye for detail.
WHO WE ARE AND WHAT WE DO
United Kingdom for UNHCR is the United Nations Refugee Agency’s national charity partner for the United Kingdom. We generate public awareness of the plight of refugees and raise funds to help protect them through UNHCR’s humanitarian operations across the world.
Our supporters include UK private individuals, communities, corporate partners, trusts and foundations. The funds we raise help UNHCR deliver emergency relief such as shelter, medical care and basic supplies to people fleeing conflict and persecution, as well as healthcare, education and livelihoods opportunities for those who remain displaced over the long term.
Nobody chooses to be a refugee, but we can all play a part in their protection, and we want those who work with us to share our values and passion for the cause.
DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION AND BELONGING
We strongly value diversity and recognise that it is critical to our success and the cause that we serve. We are committed to providing an inclusive environment for all who work with us and strongly welcome applications from diverse backgrounds, particularly those with lived experience of being a refugee, asylum seeker, internally displaced person, or a stateless person.
UK for UNHCR is proud to have Diversity & Inclusion Working Group. The Diversity & Inclusion Working Group is a group of colleagues focusing on tasks that drive action in the implementation of our D&I Approach. The group also works to create safe spaces that brings colleagues together for events, discussions and learning experiences that celebrate and support diversity and tackle barriers to inclusion.
We are also open to flexibility in many ways, including an element of working from home and flexible hours. Please don’t be afraid to speak to us about this at the interview stage, so we can explore what’s possible.
Role Responsibilities
- Manage and/or advise on employee relations casework including dispute resolution, disciplinaries, grievances, absence, change management processes.
- Responsible for overseeing the HRIS system, ensuring it is used effectively, information is up to date and compliant.
- Produce and use People data to analyse trends and help make decisions. To include producing dashboards for managers, the SMT and the Board where required.
- Oversee the planning and delivery of key activities in the HR calendar such as the employee engagement survey and the appraisal process.
- Develop and evaluate the confidence and capability of managers and staff in our People practices.
- Develop, update and communicate our People policies and procedures, in line with organisational strategy, best practice and employment legislation.
- Ensure our People practices have safety, diversity, equity and inclusion at their core.
- Provide first line advice on our Total Reward offer to managers and staff, and liaise with benefits suppliers.
- Support managers in recruitment processes, ensuring compliance, best practice and use of appropriate metrics to continually inform our recruitment strategy.
- Use and update reward benchmarking in line with our reward policy.
- Work with and develop competency frameworks and development pathways and advise staff and managers around these.
The above list is not exhaustive, and the post holder may be required to perform duties that are not detailed above.
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES AND EXPERIENCE
Essential Experience
- Minimum level 5 CIPD qualified or equivalent proven generalist HR experience.
- Advising and leading on a range of informal and formal employee relations cases.
- Design and delivery of HR process reviews and improvements.
- Experienced in developing and supporting managers and staff through change.
- Experienced in advising managers and staff around performance management.
- Scoping, managing and overseeing delivery of a varied range of HR projects to enhance efficiency and the employee experience.
Essential Skills/Knowledge
- Solid knowledge of UK employment and relevant data protection legislation and its application.
- Skilled in using HRIS systems and using them for reporting and streamlining processes.
- Skilled in Microsoft Office suite, including SharePoint.
- Knowledge and experience of using reward data and benchmarking tools.
- Understanding of Diversity, Equality and Inclusion considerations and best practice.
- Knowledge of Safeguarding principles and practice.
- Skilled in using HR analytics to enhance decision making and provide insights.
- Strong proactive customer service and relationship building skills and an ability to maintain confidentiality.
- A growth mindset, open to giving and receiving feedback.
Desirable Skills/Experience
- Lived experience of or a strong affinity to the refugee cause.
- Understanding and experience of competency frameworks.
- Experience of basic design and delivery of learning and development initiatives.
- Experience of line managing or task managing the work of others.
- Experience of taking a coaching approach to develop others.
- Working towards or interest in development towards level 7 CIPD.
WHY JOIN UNITED KINGDOM FOR UNHCR?
You will be part of a high performing agile team of talented people, all committed to build solidarity and raise funds for refugees and displaced people worldwide. You will be working in a flexible, supportive, and inclusive environment, where your work will be recognised and appraised.
What else?
Wellbeing
- 28 days’ leave per annum plus bank holidays.
- Employee Assistance programme providing 24/7 access to online GP, mental health support and virtual wellbeing.
- Access to 100s of perks with discounts on everyday purchases.
- Office wellness perks.
- Discount on gym memberships.
- Hybrid and Flexible Working.
- Staff socials.
Financial
- Pension scheme with an employer contribution of 8%.
- Non-contributory group life assurance scheme.
- Non-contributory Income protection scheme.
- One-off contribution towards homeworking set up.
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental, and adoption pay.
- Enhanced sick pay scheme.
Development
- Comprehensive training and continuing development opportunities.
- Individual training budget.
HOW TO APPLY
If you have the relevant skills and the passion to use them to support refugees, please apply by completing our application form which is available in the documents section.
Closing date: Midnight 19th March 2025.
Interviews date: w/c 24th March/first week of April.
If you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the application or hiring process that may better facilitate your participation, please contact us using the email address provided when you click through to our online portal. We will make every effort to respond to your request for assistance as soon as possible.
United Kingdom for the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) is registered with the Charity Commission (England & Wales), charity no. 1183415. It is the UK national partner of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), the UN Refugee Agency.
We stand with refugees – will you join us?


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Within our Marketing & Commercial department sits the Digital team. Responsible for Battersea’s digital output, our goal is to drive innovation and impact online. We manage Battersea’s website, and lead its digital products, campaigns and advertising – all to increase awareness of Battersea’s work and engage people with the need to support our dogs and cats.
As Website Coordinator, you will support the whole Digital Products team in our ambition to create sector-leading user experiences across our website and suite of digital products. We are looking for someone skilled in proactively identifying opportunities for enhancing our Digital Products and effectively coordinate the implementation of these improvements.
What we can offer you:
In return for your commitment to our cause and to recognise the value of our employees, Battersea offers a range of benefits to support the wellbeing of our employees. These include:
- 28 days of annual leave (plus 8 days paid public holidays) per year
- Discounted gym memberships and cycle to work schemes
- Employee Assistance Programme and access to Wellbeing Resources.
- Generous pension contributions – up to 10% employer contribution
- Free healthcare cash plan, where you can claim for a range of treatment including dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody and acupuncture every year.
- Annual interest-free season ticket loans
We are also committed to providing learning and development to our employees. During your time with us, we provide support for your professional and career development, including access to digital and in-person training programmes, leadership and management training, mentoring and much more.
Our hybrid working model:
We operate a 50% onsite hybrid working model, with our office-based staff splitting their time between site based and home working. This enables our office-based staff to balance the benefits of home working with onsite collaboration and maintaining a connection to our cause.
Diversity and inclusion:
We are committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive experience for all staff, volunteers and trustees and those hoping to join us. We operate an anonymised shortlisting process and actively seek to ensure our process is fair and equitable for all.
We understand the value of diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences to help us deliver even more for our dogs and cats, and we welcome applicants from all sections of the community.
As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we will ask about any adjustments you may need at application and/or interview stage, and if you are offered a role with us, we’ll talk to you about any workplace adjustments you may need to help you perform at your best.
More about us:
At Battersea, we aim to never turn away a dog or cat in need of help. We give each one lots of love, expert care and get to know their characters and quirks so we can find them a new home that’s just right for them. Join us and help us be here for every dog and cat, wherever they are, for as long as they need us.
Closing date: 19th March 2025
Interview date(s): w/c 31st March 2025
To apply for the role, please click the button below. All applications must be submitted before the closing date advertised. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications is received.
Battersea is here for every dog and cat, and has been since 1860. We believe that every dog and cat deserves the best.





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Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Organisation Overview:
Unpaid carers are the unsung heroes in our communities, supporting relatives, friends, and neighbours, often with limited or no support, to live the best lives they can.
Carers Centre Tower Hamlets (CCTH) is a small, committed organisation dedicated to supporting unpaid carers through a variety of specialist services, from social and therapeutic activities to emotional, mentoring, advocacy, and signposting support. We aim to enrich and empower unpaid carers’ lives, providing them with the support they so selflessly give to others. We are now recruiting to our team someone who will lead on our work to support Carers as part of the Barnsley Street Mental Health Project.
Project Overview:
The Barnsley Street Project is a Community Mental Health Pilot aimed at delivering continuous, person-centred mental health care to underserved populations in PCN1 (Bethnal Green). This initiative is a collaborative effort between East London Foundation Trust (ELFT), Tower Hamlets Mental Health Alliance (THMHA), and the Look Ahead Housing Association. Driven by the voice of lived experience, the project is designed to address the systemic gaps in mental health services, particularly for marginalised communities.
Purpose of the role:
To identify and coordinate an effective support service for unpaid carers who support residents who access the Barnsley Street Project, with the aim of supporting carers to have their needs met as well as develop a healthy and sustainable caring role.
To facilitate access for unpaid carers in the Barnsley Street Project to appropriate support services, both statutory and voluntary. To provide comprehensive support and information to families and carers. To raise awareness of carers’ needs with professionals in the project environment and contribute to carer friendly policies.
The post will involve the direct provision of services, referral to and between services, collaborative work with other local agencies and outreach work. The post-holder will provide advocacy, referral, and ongoing practical and emotional support to unpaid carers through individual and group work.
Responsibilities:
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Identification and Support: Proactively identify carers of residents who utilise the Barnsley Street Project, and provide them with tailored support, ensuring their well-being is prioritised.
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Information and Guidance: Offer information about available resources, support services, and community networks to assist carers effectively.
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Communication Liaison: Facilitate communication between clinical staff and carers, ensuring they are kept informed about the patient's condition, treatment plan, and any discharge process.
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Emotional Support: Provide compassionate emotional support to carers, listening to their concerns and offering a caring presence during difficult times.
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Training and Education: Organise workshops and peer support groups to equip carers with essential skills for their caregiving role.
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Advocacy: Advocate for carers' needs and rights within the setting, ensuring their voices are heard and respected.
Requirements:
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Previous experience in an advice or support role within a mental health or healthcare environment is preferred.
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Empathetic and compassionate nature, with a genuine commitment to supporting carers during challenging times.
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage effectively with carers, hospital staff, and external partners.
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Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team, managing priorities efficiently.
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Proficient in using technology, including email and Microsoft Office suite.
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Competitive salary based on experience.
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25 days (pro rata) of annual leave, plus public holidays.
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Pension scheme.
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Continuous professional development opportunities.
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Rewarding work environment making a real difference in carers' lives.
If you are passionate about supporting carers in a hospital setting and possess the skills and empathy required for this role, we would love to hear from you
Note: We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all individuals regardless of age, gender, race, sexual orientation, or disability.
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Sports Events Coordinator
Children with Cancer UK is hiring a Sports Events Coordinator to manage a range of mid-value sporting events, support the wider Sports Events team, and provide an exceptional experience to event participants. This role involves planning, organising, and delivering events, with responsibilities that include maintaining project plans, assisting with the TCS London Marathon, and optimising supporter journeys to meet fundraising goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Project-manage mid-level sports events, ensuring comprehensive project and marketing plans are in place.
- Engage and support participants to maximize fundraising, providing top-tier customer service.
- Maintain up-to-date event and supporter records in Salesforce, and assist with keeping the website current.
- Track campaign performance, report on KPIs, and collaborate with the team to enhance the sports event portfolio.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will bring experience in customer service, project management, and relationship-building, preferably within the charity sector. Strong organisational skills, proficiency with Microsoft Office, and a proactive approach to managing multiple projects are essential. Evening and weekend availability for events across the UK is required, with time off in lieu.
Join Children with Cancer UK in a vital role contributing to impactful events that support pioneering cancer research and improve young lives. We value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Review Coordinator – Help Make the World More Accessible!
Are you passionate about exploring new places and sharing your experiences? Do you want to help disabled people travel with confidence?
At Euan’s Guide, we are looking for a Review Coordinator to visit locations across the UK and review disabled access. Your insights will empower our community to find accessible places to go.
What You’ll Do
- Visit locations, venues and businesses focusing on transport hubs and surrounding facilities such as toilets, places to eat and drink and other everyday essentials.
- Share your experiences by writing engaging, informative reviews on Euan's Guide.
- Build relationships with local communities, charities, and businesses to improve accessibility.
- Represent Euan’s Guide at events and contribute to our outreach efforts.
About You
- A keen explorer who enjoys visiting new places and meeting new people.
- Experienced in reviewing, blogging, or writing.
- Passionate about accessibility and inclusion.
- Confident working independently and managing relationships with a variety of stakeholders.
- Personal lived experience of disability is highly valued.
Why Join Us?
- Meaningful impact – your work will help disabled people navigate the world with confidence.
- Flexible working – we understand the 9-5 does not work for everyone.
- Remote role – you can be based anywhere in the UK.
If you love travel, storytelling, and making a difference, apply now and be part of a movement that is shaping a more accessible world!
Please visit our website to find out more information including how to apply.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Team: Solution Delivery
Location: Remote
Work pattern: 35 hours per week, flexible working options available
Salary: Up to £48,444 per year
Contract: 18 month fixed-term contract
We are the UK’s largest cat welfare charity. All over the country, our passionate employees, volunteers and supporters are using their kindness and expertise to make life better for millions of cats and the people who care for them.
Will you join us and make life better for cats?
Responsibilities of our Lead Developer:
- Assist in the development of new systems including designing, implementing, maintaining and updating systems
- Drive the full life cycle of software development in an Agile fashion within the scrum process
- Create low-level design specifications and implement these
- Amending and refactoring of moderately complex programs / scripts
- Undertake hands-on coding and carry out regular code reviews and provide feedback
- Ensure all assigned development work, upgrades and support requests are dealt with
- Assess new technologies as they become available and determine where they might support the work of the organisation
About the Solution Delivery team:
- The Solution Delivery team sit within the IT Department as the group responsible for new software development, configuration and deployment, including 3rd line support.
- Formed of 9 individuals with a variety of backgrounds and skills in the Microsoft stack, the team tackle challenges from small new websites to multi-year projects to replace software systems
What we’re looking for in our Lead Developer:
- Achieved proficiency in programming/software development or gained experience in another development skill involving system implementation and comprehensive training in programming
- Extensive .Net development experience, preferably using agile methodology
- Ability to understand complex problems and break them down into a set of user requirements
- A good understanding of information systems concepts and practice and the software development life cycle
- Experience of designing systems and communicating that design, providing direction to others to implement the design, and monitoring/following up progress against targets
- A customer-focused individual who can communicate at both the technical and non-technical level
- A self-starter with evidence of analytical ability and attention to detail
- Someone who is confident to work with a remote development team across the UK
- Someone who is confident to work with developers and other skilled professionals from outside the organisation
- Experience in managing projects from start to finish, ideally on a broad spectrum of projects
What we can offer you:
- range of health benefits
- 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service
- Salary Finance, which empowers you to take control of your financial wellbeing
- and much more, which you can learn about
Application closing date: 19th March 2025
Virtual interview date: w/c 31st March 2025
Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. Please note, applications received after the closing date may not be responded to.
If you’re enthusiastic about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway and demonstrate how your experience is transferrable. You may be just the right candidate.
If successful, your recruitment journey will include:
1. anonymised application form
2. video screening (possible)
3. virtual interview
Please note, the process may change slightly dependent on application numbers. We will inform you of any relevant changes.
Please email us if you require any adjustments to be made for you to complete your application or to participate in the recruitment journey.
Making a better life for cats, because life is better with cats


From £50,189 + Benefits (possible to increase via incremental steps in the first 12 months).
What you will be achieving
People, workforce and culture are critical to the future of UK health research, which is why supporting UK biomedical and health research to strengthen its global competitiveness and reputation is one of the Academy’s five strategic priorities. The Policy Manager – Science Base will play an important role in delivering this priority and others as a key member of the Academy’s Science Base and Careers Policy team.
We are looking for somebody who is committed to improving health for all supported by the best research and evidence, has strong influencing skills, the ability to build effective networks across diverse stakeholders, and thrives on working with others to produce high quality outputs. Experience working on life sciences policy and / or knowledge of research policy issues is essential. We welcome applications from people from a variety of professional backgrounds.
The Academy’s Science Base and Careers Policy team focuses on ensuring the best environment for health research in the UK. There is consensus across the political spectrum that the UK’s future health and wealth will be underpinned by a strong research base which includes academia, NHS and industry. We work across both the Academy’s Policy team and Careers team to take a holistic approach to influencing how this can be achieved, by considering issues such as investment in research, research careers and training, and specific topic areas such as immigration. Our team seeks to engage with and influence Government and cross sector research policies and strategies, often working in partnership with other organisations within the sector. You will also be working with the Academy’s Communications and Engagement teams.
What you will be doing
You will be working with the Head of Science Base and Careers Policy to help deliver the Academy’s Strategic Priorities, which includes supporting UK biomedical and health research to strengthen its global competitiveness and reputation. Your role will involve delivering and coordinating the Academy’s policy work on the science base which will help to shape the UK’s future research strength. This includes:
- Ensuring that health research investment remains high on the political agenda through working with Government(s) and Parliament(s), including the role of health research as a key enabler of the Government’s growth priorities.
- Supporting implementation of recommendations from the Academy’s reports on “: a people-centred, coordinated approach” and taking forward the Academy’s work on “”.
- Delivering impactful policy events and written outputs which position the Academy as an influential thought-leader in the future of sustainable health research.
- Working with other teams across the Academy, including the Communications and Engagement teams, to increase the involvement of patients in the Academy’s science base work.
- Identifying key science base policy consultations and leading on Academy responses.
- Maintaining an excellent understanding of the health research career landscape by monitoring developments across funders, employers and regulators.
- Coordinating with wider Academy staff to support the Academy’s work to inform and influence parliament and the Government, including engagement at parliamentary events and multi-organisational partnerships.
- Sustaining and harnessing an effective personal network of contacts across health research in public, private and charitable sectors, including Academy Fellows, emerging research leaders, NHS and Government Officials, National Academies and other relevant experts.
- Identifying ways to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of our policy work, including monitoring impact and co-developing policy briefings for the senior leadership team.
- Line management and development of a Policy Officer and occasional line management of Policy Interns.
The Policy Manager – Science Base may also be asked to support the Academy’s other activities across the wider Policy team, including careers, wider UK and international policy.
This role is offered as a permanent contract.
What you bring to the role
- Experience working in an organisation that seeks to influence policy.
- Strong analytic skills and experience of collating evidence from different sources.
- Able to build and maintain effective relationships with key internal and external contacts.
- Able to harness the benefits of working in teams, including across different departments and organisations.
- Ability to manage multiple projects in parallel.
- Experience of working with senior individuals.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Running impactful events, e.g. small roundtables.
- Attention to detail.
- Good IT, literacy and numeracy skills.
- Knowledge of the UK research landscape (desirable).
- Line Management experience (desirable).
- Able to travel around the UK (desirable).
Benefits
- Salary progression framework.
- Hybrid and agile working.
- 29 days annual leave including Christmas closure dates, plus bank holidays.
- Regular individual, team and organisation-wide Wellbeing Days.
- Pension (the Academy offers a flexible contribution structure with a minimum employer contribution of 8% up to a maximum of 13% of gross salary, with an employee contribution ranging from 3% to 8%).
- Life assurance.
- Vitality Private Medical Insurance, on completion of probation.
- SimplyHealth Cash Plans, on completion of probation.
- Season ticket travel loan (interest free), on completion of probation.
- Cycle to work scheme, available on completion of probation.
- Family friendly benefits - enhanced maternity and paternity leave (subject to qualifying period), coaching for parents returning to work.
- Subscription to Headspace and Class pass.
- Staff training to support your development including EDI training.
For more information and to apply, please visit our careers page.
Closing date: 4.00pm on Monday, 24 March 2025.
Interview date: w/c 31 March 2025.
We're looking for a brilliant communicator and strategic thinker, with an excellent understanding of the parliamentary and policy process. Saving lives underpins everything we do.
As Policy and Public Affairs Manager at Resuscitation Council UK (RCUK) you'll be responsible for taking the voices of survivors of cardiac arrest and their families to policy makers, elected representatives, and other decision-makers in each nation of the UK.
You'll have an exceptional understanding of how to build support for legislative and public policy change in Westminster and beyond. You'll lead the development of persuasive, evidence-based, policy arguments that cement our four strategic goals. Working with the wider Communications and Engagement team you’ll ensure that resuscitation continues to be seen as a priority area for decision-makers in government, the NHS and the wider stakeholder community.
The successful candidate will be proactive and high performing, using your expertise to drive real change within our resuscitation community and playing a vital part to contribute to our mission. You will come with a track record of developing effective networks and relationships with civil servants, special advisors, politicians, professional bodies and think tanks.
You will join RCUK at a crucial time as we work to improve the provision of post cardiac arrest support across the UK and increase bystander CPR rates through targeted monitoring of CPR training in schools.
The Policy and Public Affairs Manager has one direct report, which is the Policy and Public Affairs Officer for the Devolved Nations.
The post is hybrid working and based in London. The successful candidate is expected to attend the office one day per week.
Main responsibilities
You will have design and delivery responsibility for policy and public affairs across the UK. You will work to implement policy change by tailoring our policy recommendations to targeted influencing opportunities.
Your day-to-day work will be varied. From leading the development of evidence-based policy recommendations that improve people’s chances of surviving a cardiac arrest, wherever they are, to supporting our media and campaigning activity.
The role involves:
- Cross-team working with a focus on providing support across a range of key campaigning areas.
- Taking the lead on report writing and blogs to effectively communicate our initiatives to key decision makers.
- Monitoring parliamentary activity and identify opportunities to influence policy development, legislation and service provision in line with RCUK’s strategic goals.
- Producing accessible and concise briefings to ensure RCUK’s research is presented clearly, in a way that makes it useful to policy and decision makers at a local and national level.
- Building new partnerships and strengthen existing relationships with likeminded organisations in line with our strategic plan, so we can broaden our reach.
Supporting the Director of Communications and Engagement, the successful candidate will lead and facilitate high-level influence and interaction with the wider statutory sector across all four nations, as that’s where decisions on training and commissioning are made that will have a crucial impact on RCUK’s work.
How to apply
Please email your CV, covering letter and Equality & Diversity monitoring form to us with 'Policy and Public Affairs Manager' in the subject line.
The closing date for receipt of completed applications is 12 midnight, Sunday 23rd March 2025.
Interviews will be held in person on Monday 7th April 2025.
Please note: We reserve the right to close this advert early if enough suitable applicants apply.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Using Anonymous Recruitment
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Join us as our Director of Fundraising and Marketing
Location: Sheffield HQ or Remote (UK-wide)
Salary: £43,235.28 per annum (+ £3,000 London Weighting, where applicable)
Contract Type: Full-time, 1-year fixed-term
Are you passionate about inspiring change in the fight against climate change?
At Hope for the Future (HFTF), our mission is to empower individuals and communities to engage in meaningful conversations with politicians and drive bold climate action. We believe that through collaboration across political divides, we can create a future where climate action is central to decision-making in government and beyond.
We’re seeking a dynamic and visionary leader to join us as Director of Marketing and Fundraising for a 12-month period. This is an exciting opportunity to lead our fundraising and marketing efforts, ensure financial sustainability, and amplify our voice to drive change during this crucial year for climate action.
What you’ll do
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Oversee the charity’s fundraising, marketing efforts, and strategic partnerships to ensure financial robustness and sustained growth.
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Work alongside the rest of the senior leadership team to ensure HFTF’s financial stability whilst amplifying our voice and expanding our reach.
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Deliver against our fundraising strategy securing sustainable funding from trusts, foundations, corporate partners, paying service users, and individuals.
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Drive HFTF’s brand forward, developing and implementing creative marketing campaigns to boost our visibility and engagement with diverse communities.
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Increase awareness and support for HFTF through strategic communications and partnerships.
What we’re looking for
We’re seeking an experienced leader with:
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Proven experience in fundraising and marketing, with a track record of driving growth and delivering results quickly
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Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills, with experience in engaging diverse audiences—from policymakers to grassroots communities
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A commitment to safeguarding our culture, strategy, and mission
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A strong understanding of fundraising, marketing strategies, and financial management
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Passion for tackling climate change and inspiring people to engage in advocacy
This role is perfect for a strategic thinker who thrives on making an impact, values collaboration, and can bring energy, focus, and resilience to a well-established organisation during a year of transition.
Why join us?
At HFTF, you’ll join a passionate team dedicated to real change. We offer:
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A competitive salary with London Weighting where applicable
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Generous benefits, including 30 days of annual leave (plus bank holidays), a pension contribution, and wellbeing support
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Flexible working arrangements, including remote or hybrid options
This is your opportunity to make a meaningful difference, lead our fundraising and marketing team, and contribute to the continued success of a leading climate charity.
Apply Now
Ready to take the lead in shaping the future of climate advocacy? If you’re ready to inspire action and help us make a lasting impact, we’d love to hear from you.
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Applications close on Wednesday March 26th at 9am.
Hope for the Future is an equal opportunities employer, we value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.
Make sure you’ve created a tailored copy of your CV and ensure it includes:-
1. A brief summary of any relevant experience you have either working or volunteering
2. Details of any relevant training or qualifications you have
Please remove all identifying information from your CV and cover letter such as your name, age, gender, protected characteristic, disability etc.
Please attach your cover letter/personal statement describing in your own words how your knowledge, experience and capabilities meet the requirements set out in the job description and person specification.
Also list any relevant achievements and successes in work, education or voluntary roles.
Our mission is to equip people across the UK with the tools they need to have effective conversations with their local politicians on climate change
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This is a rewarding, contract for 3 days a week supporting babies, children, and young people with life-limiting and life-threatening conditions and their families, at any point in the child’s journey, from birth to End of Life and after death.
You will be joining our well-established Multi-Disciplinary Care team providing effective individual or group Music Therapy to children and their families in their own homes, in The Ark or at a place of choice, as well as supporting the assessment and provision of bereavement support. Noah’s Ark covers a large catchment area so the work does involve frequent travel to reach families in need.
You will work in partnership with the child/young person and their family, demonstrating sensitivity to the child/young person and family’s needs at all times, by promoting comfort, dignity, privacy and quality of life. The successful candidate will also work alongside the wider statutory and voluntary services and community teams, ensuring continuity of care and support for children and their families.Sessions will cover term and holiday times.
ABOUT YOU
We are looking for an enthusiastic and creative professional to join our team. The appointed therapist will have previous experience in working with children with complex needs and, where possible, have experience in either mental health or bereavement services. An understanding of medical settings is desirable.
The therapist should have a good understanding of safeguarding legislation and practice and be confident in lone working and problem solving. Due to the nature of the work the therapist should have good time management skills and the ability to have sensitive conversations when they arise.
The appointed therapist will be driven to continue to develop the therapies service, bringing new ideas to the team and will be confident in communicating the value of the service. Enhancing the service provision for families referred to Noah’s Ark and the understanding of children’s palliative care within the professional network. Please review the attached job description for further details.
Interviews to take place on week commencing 24th March.
Noah’s Ark Children’s Hospice is an equal opportunity employer and particularly welcomes applications from groups who are currently under-represented in our staff.
Our diversity council is working hard to construct positive changes within our organisation. We are a disabilty confident employer and part of our commitment is to interview all applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for a job vacancy and consider them on their abilities.
We reserve the right to close this role early, so we encourage early applications.
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