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As part of our continuing commitment to improve community relationships, generate income and deliver events, we are currently seeking Fundraising Officers who will be based at our East London office.

Position: Fundraising Officers London

Responsible to: Head of Fundraising & Donor Care 

Status:                Permanent, Full-time (40 hours per week)

 Working Hours:Variable (core office hours Mon-Fri 10am-6pm; some evenings and weekend work)

Salary: £24k-£30k dependent experience + London allowance

Location: London, office-based (East London)

Deadline for Applications: 31st July 2024

THE COMPANY

Islamic Help is a UK-based international relief and development organisation that has developed rapidly since being established in 2003. Our programmes aim to help and empower disadvantaged communities in the UK and abroad; some of the key areas we work in are emergency response, WASH, education, livelihood and environmental conservation.

WHAT WE OFFER

Islamic Help acknowledges that our employees are our most valuable resource. Therefore, we provide a variety of benefits aimed at promoting their professional growth, as well as supporting their mental and physical well-being, and maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

• Holiday entitlement of 30 days per financial year (includes bank holidays entitlement – due to the nature of the role, you may be required to work on bank holidays)
• Personal learning and development opportunities.
• Automatic enrolment into our workplace Pension Plan (option to opt out).
• Employee Assistance Programme for support with health & wellbeing, financial matters, and any other assistance.
• Free office car park for staff.
• Prayer facilities in the Mosque located below our office (Brothers and Sisters).

THE ROLE

The Fundraising Officer/s will be responsible for planning, co-ordinating, and executing all fundraising activities and initiatives. The role requires the development and implementation of strategies to maximise donations and enhance donor relationships, in alignment with Islamic Help’s fundraising strategy. This position involves engaging with individual donors, businesses, and community partners to secure financial support for Islamic Help’s life-saving projects.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

In collaboration with the Fundraising Manager/Head of Fundraising, to identify specific programmes and funding priorities, and organise targeted fundraising campaigns.

• Monitor donor funding trends and priorities and communicate this information to the Fundraising Manager/Head of Fundraising to ensure alignment with Islamic Help’s objectives.
• Plan and co-ordinate fundraising campaigns, events, and initiatives such as tours, treks, lectures, and dinners.
• Recruit, engage, and train volunteers to support fundraising activities and events.
• Track, monitor, and process pledges made by colleagues at events, ensuring records are regularly updated.
• Monitor online donations and activities, maintaining up-to-date records and ensuring relevant departments and donors are informed.
• Create promotional materials to support fundraising activities, including merchandise, banners, and other marketing collateral.
• Identify local, national, and international funding opportunities, and contribute to the development of Islamic Help’s fundraising strategy.
• Manage fundraising income by maintaining reports, tracking donations, and handling donor correspondence, and evaluate the success of fundraising activities.
• Identify partnership opportunities locally, nationally, and internationally for joint fundraising campaigns, aiming to expand Islamic Help’s capabilities in skills, expertise, and donor base.
• Represent Islamic Help positively in all aspects of your work, adhering to the organisation’s values.
• Operate in accordance with the organisation’s policies and procedures.
• Ensure your actions maintain the health and safety of yourself and others.
• Participate in all training workshops and take responsibility for your personal learning and development.
• Collaborate closely as a team to ensure adequate coverage during key campaigns such as Ramadan, Qurbani, and emergency situations.
• Perform any other duties assigned by your line manager that are appropriate to your role within the organisation.

ATTRIBUTES:

Candidates will be required to show:

• A creative and pro-active approach towards fundraising activities.
• A high standard of verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge and experience of using IT (beneficial).
• Able to multi-task, be organised and prioritise workload.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Adaptable and flexible in working style as this role will entail evening and weekend work to attend events and meet deadlines.
• Some travel across the region or the country may be necessary to meet with donors or attend events, a driving licence is desirable.
• A demonstrable track record of fundraising or related activities (desirable).
• Most importantly, you must be able to communicate and develop relationships with members of the public and organisations.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, please email a CV and covering letter detailing how you meet the requirements for the post.

Deadline for this vacancy: 31st July 2024

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

You must have proof that you have the right to work in the UK.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, faith or disability.

Please note: Interviews are expected to take place on an ongoing basis until the vacancy is filled. The advert therefore may close sooner than the deadline date.

Are you passionate about health and care and keen to influence policies that shape the future of nursing and midwifery? Do you have a curious mind and a strong desire to learn and grow in a dynamic environment? If so, the Florence Nightingale Foundation (FNF) invites you to apply to join our team as our new Research and Policy Associate!

About Us:

At FNF we are dedicated to advancing the nursing and midwifery professions through research, policy influence, and leadership development. Our mission is to ensure that the voices of nurses and midwives are heard at the highest levels of decision-making, driving improvements in patient care and health outcomes. After a period of incredibly growth, FNF is now ready to launch the UK’s first ever nursing and midwifery Think Tank and you would be a critical part of making that happen.

Your Role:

As a Research and Policy Associate, you will play a crucial role in supporting our policy and research initiatives, particularly our impact and evaluation work. You will work closely with our small but experienced team to conduct research, analyse data, and develop policy recommendations that impact health and care on a national and international scale. You will also serve as a Secretariat function for our three Subject Expert Groups (SEGs), working with our expert FNF community to drive change on the issues that matter most to nurses and midwives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive research on nursing and midwifery policies and practices.
• Serve as secretariat for our Subject Expert Groups (SEGs)
• Analyse data and trends to inform policy recommendations.
• Work across the organisation to automate our internal impact data and compile internal evaluations of our programmes as required
• Assist in drafting policy briefs, reports, and other publications.
• Support the organisation of events, workshops, focus groups, and roundtables
• Collaborate with stakeholders across the health and care sector.
• Stay updated on the latest developments in health and care, and specifically nurse and midwifery, policy and research.

What we’re looking for:

• A keen interest in health and care research and policy 
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• A proactive attitude, eagerness to learn, and a growth mindset
• Ability to work cross-functionally
• Commitment to our FNF values

Qualifications

• A degree in a relevant field, e.g. nursing, policy, public health or equivalent experience
• Experience in research or policy work is desirable but not essential. A strong willingness to learn and  develop is key!

What we offer

• We aim to offer a competitive but affordable charity sector salary. We review pay annually and we have a pay progression scheme for all team members.
• Generous annual leave policy starting at 27 days pro rata
• Flexible working – our office is in London, but we all work in a hybrid way. Plan to be in the office at least once a fortnight on average, but it could be more or less depending on what we have going on in the team.
• Pension scheme with employer contribution of between 7.5 and 10%
• A small close knit team of FNF colleagues who will be some of the most passionate, talented and kind people you will ever work with

How to Apply:

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to meaningful change in healthcare, we want to hear from you! Please send your CV and a cover letter detailing your interest in the role and how your skills and experiences align with our mission.

Join us in honouring Florence Nightingale’s legacy and help shape the future of nursing and midwifery. Apply today!

The Florence Nightingale Foundation is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or age.

Date of Interview: Monday 29th July 2024.  Interviews will be conducted virtually.

We are delighted to be working with Book Aid International to find a Trusts and Corporates Manager to join their successful fundraising team. Book Aid International create access to books where it’s needed most, enabling millions of children and adults around the world to have access to inspiring book collections and new reading spaces. The Trusts and Corporates Manager is a key member of the team, primarily focused on managing and growing Trust and Foundations relationships as well as managing the corporate stewardship programme and potential new corporate interest.

A key aspect of this role is the opportunity to collaborate with a range of long-term supporters like the Beit Trust and People's Postcode Lottery. Additionally, you'll engage new donors through fundraising initiatives, such as Generation Reader, which aims to reach 10 million young people by 2030. With hybrid working and the potential to travel overseas to visit the programmes on the ground, this is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive organisation with drive and inspiration, generous benefits and a commitment to equity and inclusion.

To be a successful Trusts and Corporates Manager, you will need:

• Demonstrable experience researching, identifying and securing funding from 5-7 figure Trusts and Foundations
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal – presenting complex information clearly, concisely and persuasively
• Interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships with a variety of internal and external stakeholders
• Experience of working with corporate partners would be an advantage but not essential

Salary: £45,000
Contract: Permanent, full time
Location: Hybrid – 1-2 days a week in Camberwell office
Deadline: 5 July
Interviews: w/c 15 July

If you would like to have an informal discussion, please call Emma on 02030 062787 or email your interest along with your CV to [email protected]

Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency, we use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable roles. We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment, working ethically, supporting people to find their perfect role within the not-for-profit sector.

We are passionate about improving equality across the sector, you can read more about our commitment to diversity here. www.ashbyjenkinsrecruitment.co.uk/our-commitment-to-diversity/

If enough applications are received the charity reserve the right to end the application period sooner.

Harris Hill are delighted to be working with The National Eczema Society to recruit their new Individual Giving Lead. This is a newly created role as they seek to grow engagement and support from people affected by this condition. They are a relatively small and agile organisation who punch above their weight and have big ambitions.

This charity is dedicated to making life better for people with eczema and their families. In the UK, around 1 in 5 children and 1 in 10 adults live with eczema, so lots of people look to the charity for hope and support. Their mission is to empower people to live well with eczema, to become ‘expert patients’ supported by a charity that puts their needs first. Through growing their research, campaigning and awareness-raising, they are working to improve eczema care now and in the future.

Fundraising underpins all of the charity’s work and is crucial to their success. As Fundraising Lead you will be responsible for driving donations and supporter engagement using personal, story-led communications.

Some key responsibilities will include;

• Managing individual giving activity – including activities such asregular giving, one-off donations and appeals, digital fundraising and payroll giving
• Developing and implementing a supporter engagement programme – create a multi-channel communication programme to optimise supporter retention and deepen engagement
• Leading on supporter appeals - working with other function leads to ensure activity is integrated and optimised
• Managing challenge event activity - including promoting and allocating National Eczema Society Gold Bond places in key events
• General management activities – such as budgeting, planning, strategy development

This would be a great opportunity for an experienced and ambitious fundraiser to take ownership of and drive the future direction of fundraising for this small but mighty charity.

Benefits include;

• Salary £40 - 45,000
• Full-time, permanent
• Hybrid 2 days in the office, 3 from home.
• Office Location- Camden, but soon to move to Central London shared office space.
• Benefits: 25 days holiday, plus additional 3 days over Christmas, plus bank holidays. A flexible, forward-thinking charity, and supportive team, dedicated to your professional development.

The charity will be reviewing appliaiton on a rolling basis, so for more information about this role please apply here now as a consultant will be in touch to discuss further.

Harris Hill Charities Recruitment Specialists operates an equal opportunity policy and commits to treating all of our candidates and jobseekers fairly. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Goodman Masson are partnered with an international non-profit, who are looking for a Finance Lead (Projects) to join their team as soon as possible.

Who would you be working for?

This organisation is rapidly growing and has a large portfolio of donors that provide funds for a variety of international projects.

What is the role?

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the main responsibilities of the role are:

• Leading on all internal project reporting, as well as external funder reporting and project audits
• Supporting the project teams with funder proposals & ensuring compliance with regulations across projects
• Managing all processes related to project costs, charge outs & cashflow forecasts
• Line management of one direct report

The role is offering a salary of up to £72,500 and hybrid working - two compulsory days in the office.

What do you need?

• A full accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Post-qualification experience in a similar environment; strong knowledge of project lifecycles, donor reporting etc
• A keen knowledge of, and experience working in the non-profit sector
• Strong Excel skills; the ability to pick up new systems with ease
• Good communication skills; proven experience of interacting with stakeholders at a variety of levels

In our company values we aim for equity at all stages of the recruitment process, please let us know if we can do anything to make the process more accessible to you.

Do you enjoy working alongside people from multiple generations, backgrounds and faiths?  Would you enjoy working in the agile environment of a small, ambitious organisation? We’re looking for a Baby Bank Manager who can inspire members of our Camden Hub to help us to give more young children across the capital the things they need to thrive.

At the site we collect and sort donations from generous local supporters, we welcome families to choose the things they need for their children, and we pack bespoke bundles that are sent out to families across London.

The role provides a brilliant opportunity to work alongside people from multiple generations, backgrounds and faiths all united by our shared goal. No two days will be the same, but every day you will feel the difference you are making.

The main things we’re looking for is experience of project and team management, plus a passion for our cause.  We welcome applicants from across different sectors; for example you might have worked in the corporate sector, perhaps in a start-up or as an events manager or in production and are now looking to use your skills in the third sector.

Senior Business Development Executive

Do you have a strong track record of success in relationship-focused, consultative selling, with a strong ability to drive sales growth?

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Business Development/Sales Executive to join a new awarding organisation (currently going through Ofqual registration) that's revolutionising music education across the UK.

This is a remote working role, offering a generous commission scheme, so there is lots of potential to significantly boost your earnings.

Position: Senior Business Development/Sales Executive

Location: Remote (monthly visit to Gloucester)

Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours (flexible working considered)

Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 per annum, depending on experience (plus commission, circa £57k OTE)

Contract: Permanent

Closing Date: 22nd July 2024. Short-listing will be on a rolling basis, and we reserve the right to close recruitment early if the right candidate is found. So, apply asap, don't wait!

The Role

These awards equip young people with the skills and behaviours they need to become leaders through the power of music. The Music Leader Level 1 programme has just been launched, signing up over 25 schools as centres set to engage 3,000 young people, with a pipeline of 150 more. The Music Leader Level 2 is set to launch in January 2025.

As the Business Development Executive, your primary focus will be to drive sales growth by building strong partnerships with schools, colleges and other independent training providers nationwide. Your success will be measured by your ability to sell the transformative awards, which have the power to change young lives.

You will use your exceptional communication and relationship-building skills to understand each client's unique needs and demonstrate how the awards can provide effective solutions.

As part of a small but dynamic team, you will have the opportunity to shape sales strategies and contribute to rapid growth.

About You

In this pivotal role, you will have a strong track record of success in relationship-focused, consultative selling, with a strong ability to drive sales growth. With exceptional communication, active listening, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to conduct professional and persuasive conversations, you will have an entrepreneurial spirit and ability to spot new opportunities within the market.

Knowledge and a deep understanding of the schools and education sector is essential in this role.

This role requires a relational approach to sales, where you will conduct yourself professionally and persuasively, both over the phone and in face-to-face meetings.

Your passion, perseverance, and ability to spot new opportunities will be key to expanding reach and making the organisation a leading force in the awarding sector.

If you wish to apply, you will be asked to submit your current CV and a cover letter and complete an equity, diversity and an anonymous inclusion form. Your cover letter should include how you meet the criteria of the role, with a statement detailing the level of sales you have experience in and the sectors, including examples of revenue and targets.

About the Organisation

Join a national award winning charity that uses music to transform the lives of young people. With a mission a to inspire and transform young lives through music, the organisation aims to break down barriers and build confidence, self-belief, and motivation among young people, enabling them to reach their full potential in both music and in their lives. This work focuses on inclusivity and diversity, engaging with under-represented young people, particularly those from challenging circumstances

Benefits include:

• Pension is 3% of basic salary
• Flexible working
• Lots of staff training and development opportunities
• Cycle to work scheme
• Enhanced Maternity policy: 6 weeks full pay, 6 weeks half pay, 27 weeks statutory
• Wellbeing and social programme for staff
• Annual leave entitlement: 22 days plus bank holidays plus all the days between Christmas and New Year
• Staff can request additional unpaid leave throughout the year

You may also have experience in areas such as Director, Director of Youth, Director of Community, Community Engagement, Youth and Community Engagement, Director of Community Engagement, Youth Work, Youth Worker, Director of Youth Work, Community, Community Development, Youth, Disability, Music, Music Hub. #INDNFP

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.

Philanthropy Manager

Up to £45,000 per annum + benefits (inc 25 days holiday days annual leave and pension)

Leatherhead, Surrey (some flexible working options available)

About the role:

We are looking to appoint an experienced Philanthropy Manager to proactively lead the cultivation and stewardship of potential and existing major donors, trusts and statutory bodies, with a particular focus on driving significant income growth.

Reporting to the Director of Fundraising and Engagement, the Philanthropy Manager will drive the growth of a portfolio of existing supporters and new prospects giving at the five and six figure gift level, with a particular focus on generating major gifts from new donors. The postholder will think strategically to develop inspiring fundraising cases of support, and impact reporting working closely with Care service colleagues, the finance team and the wider fundraising and engagement team.

This role has line management responsibility for three experienced fundraisers who manage their own portfolios of Major Donors, Trusts, and Foundations.

What we’re looking for:

· An experienced and enthusiastic Philanthropy Manager – with a track record of achieving challenging income targets and effective prospect management. Applications will be particularly welcome from those with a background in a children’s charity or SME with ownership of strategic planning.

· A poised, confident and convincing communicator – you have strong negotiation, presentation and networking skills and the ability to quickly connect with and motivate others

· A helpful and supportive team member – you work collaboratively and stimulate others into action

· A goal-orientated and analytical problem solver – you respond quickly to varied activities and are able to adapt quickly to change, whilst focusing on the bigger picture.

· A high level of attention to detail and accuracy – you work at a fast pace handling details whilst maintaining accuracy.

· Confident use of MSOffice and extensive experience of Excel – you have strong attention to detail, are comfortable working with data, and produce high quality accurate work.

What we offer:

We have a range of fantastic benefits that we offer our employees, this includes:

· Flexible working hours to balance home and working life

· Access to the Blue Light Card Scheme, and other rewards and discounts

· Time off in lieu

· Bike to work, season ticket loan and payroll giving schemes

· Family friendly policies, focused on employee wellbeing, and an active cross-organisational wellbeing group running a number of initiatives throughout the year

· Pension scheme (we will contribute 5% of your salary and you will contribute at least 3%)

· The option to buy/sell annual leave, as well as additional leave for your birthday, wedding/civil ceremony and half day Christmas shopping

· A recommend a friend recruitment referral bonus

If you’d like to find out more about these benefits and working with us please visit our website.

About us:

Rainbow Trust Children’s Charity enables families who have a child with a life-threatening or terminal illness to make the most of time together, providing expert, practical and emotional support, where they need it for as long as it is needed. For families living with childhood illness, time is everything. Right now, there are too many families coping alone with no support, no time to think, no time to make memories and no time for each other. We believe that no family should go through this alone, so we are here to change that.

How to apply:

To apply please send your CV and a covering letter to us via the link.

Closing date: 20 July 2024

Interview dates: Interview dates to be confirmed

Your covering letter should highlight why your application should be considered above others, and clearly state how your experience matches the essential criteria outlined in the Person Specification.

Interviews will take place at our Head Office in Leatherhead or virtually via Microsoft Teams. We will only contact those applicants who have been successful.

Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early.

An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this post.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all employees to share this commitment.

Rainbow Trust is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all backgrounds. We are a Best Companies One-Star rated organisation.

Age UK Islington is developing a new befriending service in the coming months. As part of this development, we have an exciting opportunity for a part-time role as a Befriending Coordinator.

This will involve supporting all aspects of service development, partnership building, volunteer recruitment, training and management and matching volunteers to clients for home visits, telephone befriending and/or activity-based befriending. The post holder will also be responsible for case recording, monitoring and service evaluation.

The role is for 15 hours per week; this may increase to 21 hours per week dependant on the success of future funding applications. There is flexibility around when you work these hours.

Candidates must have an interest in working with older people, excellent communication skills, organisational skills, experience of facilitating training and able to maintain accurate records and produce monitoring and evaluation reports. Ideally candidates will have the ability to manage their own workload and work independently and with initiative .

The closing date is Friday 19 July and interviews will take place on Thursday 1 August 2024

To apply: Completed Application form and Equal Opportunities form to be sent no later than the 19th July 2024.

CV`s will not be acceptable. 

Service Manager

This is an exciting opportunity for a Service Manager to join Depaul UK, where you will play a vital role in supporting and empowering vulnerable young people aged 16-24 in our innovative Camden Kaleidoscope project.

Position: Service Manager

Location: Camden

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full-time, 37.5 per week

Salary: £37,880 per annum inclusive of Inner London Weighting plus pension and benefits

Closing Date: Sunday 14th July – we are doing interviews on a rolling basis, so we encourage you to apply at your earliest convenience.

Interview date: Wednesday 17th July

About the Role

Camden Kaleidoscope, located in London, is an innovative, specialist-supported accommodation service focusing on mental health and complex needs. As a Service Manager you will lead a dedicated team to provide trauma-informed mental health support to young people between ages 16-24, an understanding and/or experience of trauma-informed practice would be advantageous. In addition, you’ll manage and develop a dedicated staff team including mental health support workers, volunteers and students so previous experience in line management and working in Mental Health accommodation services (or equivalent) will be required.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead the process of continuous improvement for the service following Depaul UK’s annual project review and year planning cycle.
• Collaborate with external agencies to ensure coordinated and client-centred service delivery.
• Manage financial, IT, and building resources effectively per Depaul UK’s policies.

About You

You will have experience in managing a service in a support setting with a focus on continuous improvement in working with young people with complex mental health needs.

You will need to have the following skills and experience:

· Experience and/or understanding of trauma-informed practice

· Experience in managing and working in Mental Health Accommodation Projects.

· Experience in managing partnerships with mental health and other professionals.

· Experience in managing budgets and expenditures.

In return for working here, you will receive:

· A comprehensive training package tailored to your needs and role

· Commitment to continued professional development with internal mentoring.

· Flexible working model for suitable roles.

· Supportive flexitime and toil arrangements.

· 26 days annual leave rising to 30 after five years’ service.

· Family friendly leave policies including - maternity, adoption and parental leave and Carers leave.

· Financial wellbeing offering interest free loans and advances

· Auto-enrolment to pension scheme employer from day 1 with employer contribution up to 7% and increasing with service

· Employee Assistance Programme and access to the app – 24/7 GP appointments, prescription service, health checks and nutrition advice.

· Cycle to Work scheme and interest-free season ticket loans.

· Discount vouchers including gym, retail, food & drink, travel, electricals and more.

· Cash benefit plan for you and your partner (living with you) and children under 18 including covering Dental, Optical, Hospital Stays, Scans and More​

· International Accident Cover – accidental death, permanent ​disability

· Death in service (4x Base salary)

· Legal Advice line

About the Organisation

Depaul UK delivers a wide range of support and housing services for young people and adults at risk of homelessness. We specialise in the provision of services that prevent homelessness, increase the resilience of those we work with and energise opportunities for employment, education, training and volunteering in the communities we work within. Our organisation reaches from Newcastle to London, Greater Manchester and Milton Keynes.

You may have experience in areas such as such as: Service Manager, Case Worker, Specialist Service Manager, Project Leader, Service Leader. #INDNFP

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.

Job Vacancy – Regional Adviser 

The Masonic Charitable Foundation (MCF) is looking for an experienced, proactive and customer focused adviser to support the work of the wider Advice and Support team

The right candidate will enjoy and excel at managing their own diary and workload and would have significant experience of working in an educational, health or social care environment. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal are essential for this role along with the ability to show empathy.

The post holder will be responsible for Kent and Sussex plus other areas as required and therefore must have their own vehicle and access to reliable broadband. A car allowance and mileage will be paid on top of the salary. 

IT equipment and a company mobile phone will also be provided. An enhanced DBS check is required for this position

Details

Post:              12 month fixed term contract (Maternity Cover)

Description:  To support the charity’s beneficiaries through assessment and practical advice to help them access relevant support

Hours:        34 hours per week (early finish on Fridays)

Hybrid:        Home based with visits in Kent and Sussex

Salary:      £31,525 - £34,306 (depending on experience) plus £5,000 car allowance

Holiday:      25 days (rising to 30 after 5 years’ service), plus additional 3 days to be taken between Christmas and New Year

Benefits: Excellent package including contributory pension, medical and dental plans, access to various health, wellness and retail benefits and continual professional development. 

Reports to: Advice and Support Team Leader (South)

Team:      12 Regional Advisers (North and South); 2 Team leaders 

About the Masonic Charitable Foundation

The Masonic Charitable Foundation (MCF) is one of the UK’s leading charities, providing a range of benevolent support to individuals and awarding grants to local and national charities.

Our work helps to encourage opportunity, promote independence and improve wellbeing for thousands of people each year.  Last year, the MCF awarded support totalling around £20 million.  Our support is funded from the donations of freemasons, their families and friends.

The MCF was founded in 2016 following the merger of four charities that had operated separately since the eighteenth century. 

Our Regional Advisers are home-based workers who are compassionate and dedicated to responding to the needs of Freemasons and their dependents in their area, providing essential support. They are professional and accountable, working independently but collaborating with volunteers, colleagues, and local agencies to provide an exceptional service on behalf of the charity.

Their main purpose is to visit and contact members of the Masonic community to determine their needs and to help them to access support from the MCF and other relevant agencies. Support is provided through a combination of home visits, telephone calls, or video calling. 

The role also provides guidance, support and recommendations to office based staff processing applications for our extensive range of grants to support those in need. They form close and effective working relationships with local volunteers, providing support and guidance to extend our reach.

Main responsibilities

• Responding to/visiting freemasons and their dependents to:
  • provide support and advice; and
  • determine relevant support from the MCF or other agencies to meet their needs
• Face-to-face visits, video conferencing and in-depth telephone calls are required to provide extensive and detailed support.
• Production of accurate and comprehensive reports detailing agreed plans and all relevant supporting documents
• Liaising with colleagues within the department to provide guidance and support in processing applications for our extensive range of grants to assist those in need
• Ambassadorial role for MCF, liaising with other stakeholders, delivering occasional presentations and workshops to raise awareness of the role of the Advice, Support and Enquiries Team and support available from the MCF

Essential

• Significant experience of working in an educational, health or social care environment
• Experience of working in an advisory role
• Good understanding of UK benefits and relevant legislation
• Excellent communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills including ability to show empathy
• Report writing skills
• Resilience
• · Ability to work independently and with limited day to day supervision
• · Strong attention to detail especially in transposing facts and numerical data
• · Good basic IT Skills and competent using everyday technology
• · Full UK driving licence

Desirable

• Vocational or professional qualification in education; health or social care
• Community based experience
• Good understanding of financial matters such as self-employed accounts; small business accounts; bankruptcy and debt management

How to apply

Please provide a copy of your CV together with a covering letter explaining how you meet the person specification.

Deadline for applications: 16 June 2024

First interviews to take place during week commencing: 24 June 2024 

This exciting role offers a fantastic opportunity for an aspiring and multi-talented individual to develop their career in a charity that is passionate about families with young children. We're looking for someone who is a natural communicator, who can use different social and creative media to get our message across to different stakeholders, whilst providing core administrative support to the team.

Home-Start Barnet (HSB) delivers personalised, early intervention programmes to families with young children, who have multiple needs and are struggling to cope with the challenges they face. Our trained volunteers provide the emotional support needed to prevent crisis and the practical tools to empower parents and carers to give their children the best start in life.

The Operations and Communications Administrator will proactively facilitate this work by being a central point of contact and by offering key administrative support across the organisation. They will be a self-starter, well organised and committed to the cause.

The role is based at our offices in Finchley, N3. We ideally require someone to be present in the office 5 days a week, but there can be flexibilty for the right candidate. This would suit someone who would like to work shorter days or around other commitments. We are a diverse workplace and we offer flexibility and accomodations for staff to ensure they can deliver their full potential. We have a welcoming and relaxed office environment, but also take pride in our professional standards.

Key responsibilities are to:

• Handle all incoming communications - phone, email and other communications
• Provide central administration support to the charity
• Support and build engagement across different social media channels
• Update content for HSB’s website
• Support and help organise training and events

Further details can be found in the Job Description.

EmpathyLab is a charitable social enterprise leading a powerful book-based empathy movement across the UK. We’re looking for a new leader to take our pioneering children’s work and partnerships to a new level.

Our mission is to raise an empathy-educated generation, inspired to build a better world for everyone. Research shows that reading builds real-life empathy, and we specialise in harnessing that power. By 2026 we aim to be benefitting one million children a year.

In an exciting development, we’re looking for an exceptional individual - founder and current Managing Director Miranda McKearney OBE will be stepping into a more ambassadorial role, whilst continuing to support the organisation There is a well-established, active board of founding directors with wide ranging skills who will work with the new leader to develop EmpathyLab’s dynamic social impact.

Our four programmes are an annual Read For Empathy book collection; Empathy Day, every June; a Schools’ Programme and innovation work with publishers, authors and illustrators.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with the board to shape EmpathyLab’s strategic direction and oversee the development of its programmes

• Implement a fundraising strategy, including developing income from trusts/foundations; earned income and private donations

• Plan and monitor annual budgets with the director of finances support

• Lead organisational planning and deliver growth, ensuring programmes are constantly evolving

• Ensure that reporting & compliance requirements are met

• Manage existing partnerships whilst developing new ones

The successful individual will bring experience of leadership at a senior level; a deep knowledge of the children’s book world; experience of working in, or with the third sector; a successful fundraising track record and experience in education and child development. An understanding of empathy’s role in different settings, including the workplace is needed, plus strong evidence of building enduring partnerships. Experience of managing finances, staff, volunteers and programmes is essential.

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation or religion, or any other category protected by law.

For over 40 years, Green Alliance has played a central role in shaping the natural environment, climate and resources agendas in the UK and we are known for our cross-party influence and the clarity of our insights. 

We are renowned for the high quality of our work, our experienced team and our collaborative approach, which has enabled us to develop excellent relationships at the highest level, with political parties, businesses, NGOs and academia.

We are looking for a new Policy Adviser to help deliver ambitious leadership for the environment primarily within our resources theme. You will play an important role in undertaking research and analysis on our key themes, particularly in relation to resources. Your work will play a significant part in endorsing and supporting Green Alliance policy findings and will help to influence and promote debate and discussion around our key policy areas such as resources, climate, the green economy and natural environment.

To succeed in this role, you will need to be an organised project manager able to build effective relationships both inside and outside the organisation. Strong communications skills are essential and you should be able to create engaging, impactful communications that are tailored for specific audiences. These may take many forms including reports, briefings, articles, blogs, consultation responses and other communications materials to support our policy findings. 

You will be part of the policy team, reporting directly to the head of resources policy. You will work closely with and liaise with colleagues at all levels within the organization. As a collaborative organization you should enjoy working with a range of different people in different areas.  

The nature of the role means that you will need to be both a self-starter able to plan and manage your own time and priorities well as well as an effective team player able to adapt to these changing requirements with ease.

Ideally you will possess a thorough knowledge of UK policy processes and have experience of policy research and analysis and the ability to rapidly synthesise information and make recommendations for a policy audience.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who wants to be part of a team that has a real impact on major policy issues.

Green Alliance is committed to achieving positive outcomes for the environment. To do so successfully, we have created a supportive, inclusive and collaborative working culture that enables all of our staff to reach their full potential.

In our work to deliver ambitious leadership for the environment we are guided by the following values:

• We are optimists.
• We are change makers.
• We are collaborative.
• We embrace complexity.
• We are inclusive.

Please note that we can only accept applications from individuals with the right to work in the UK. We are unable to sponsor working visa applications.

To apply: please see job pack.

Note: CVs will not be accepted.

Closing date for applications: 9:00 am Monday 15 July 2024