Jobs in Herne Hill

Harris Hill is delighted to be partnering with a fantastic International Development charity that help people survive the consequences of conflict and disaster. They are searching for a Trust Fundraiser to join their ambitious Major Giving Team.

As Trust Fundraiser, you will proactively and independently manage relationships, reporting and application cycles for Trusts, Foundations, and Statutory Funders, adhering to all deadlines to maximise income generation. You will work closely with colleagues in the programme management team to identify projects suitable for prospective funders. Using the information provided, build compelling and persuasive applications and cases for support. You will monitor the ongoing progress of programme activities, outcomes, and finances and report back to funders, highlighting any changes as soon as possible. You will also be using the database of potential donors, write quality and compelling proposals to attract new and significant sources of funding.

To be considered for this role, you will need:

• Previous experience of fundraising within a trusts, statutory or grants role, or other relationship management/business development positions.
• Personally building relationships to secure four and five figure plus grants or other key, long-term, income generating accounts.
• Experience of researching and developing proposals for funders, clients, or other stakeholders.
• Highly developed writing skills - the ability to write compelling and accessible proposals, reports and appeals.

If this role sounds of interest to you and you want to have a chat and review the full job description, please contact Dominic at Harris Hill at [email protected]

Salary: £31,000 - £33,000
Permanent, Full-time
Location: London with hybrid working

Deadline - Thursday 1st August
Application process - CV and Cover Letter

As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.

Are you ready for a new challenge? Our dedicated Supporter Care Team is looking for someone detail orientated and passionate about creating an exceptional experience for our amazing supporters.

You will be part of a fantastic team and will be responsible for handling enquiries from members of the public. You will be the first point of contact for people looking to support the trust and will need to have excellent customer service skills. You will also be responsible for supporting the Fundraising Compliance team to ensure we are supporting colleagues so they can fundraise responsibly and bring in as much money for our young people as possible.

This is a wonderful opportunity to join a lovely team in an organisation making real, tangible change for young people.

About Us

School of Hard Knocks (SOHK) is a charity that exists to empower and support individuals who are living in complex and challenging circumstances. By fostering an environment of genuine acceptance and through the use of physical activity (rugby training) and group and one-to-one support sessions, SOHK enables young people to succeed in their education and reach their potential. All of SOHK's activities are underpinned by an evidence-based sport for development framework called the 5Cs.

Overview

SOHK will soon launch its new and ambitious organisational strategy to drive growth and impact. We want to reach and support more young people at a key point in their adolescence and help them to reach their potential. To achieve this, we need to increase our reach to new audiences and convert more people into donors. We also need to optimise our communications to existing audiences; from young people on our courses and their educational professionals to prospect partners and donors.

This role is key to the success of our growth fundraising strategy that will see us double our income. To achieve this we need to optimise our branding, develop new marketing channels and grow our reach. We are looking for someone as ambitious as we are, and willing to help move our charity into the next stage of our development.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver the Marketing & Communications strategy. Work with the Director of Fundraising and Marketing Consultant to contribute to the development of the the Marketing and Communications Strategy. Lead the delivery of the strategy, track progress and report risks and opportunities to senior leadership team.
• Brand management and development. Maintain and evolve the charity's brand identity. Ensure consistent messaging across all channels.
• Social media management. Plan, schedule and create content for multiple channels. Ensure timely publication and distribution of content. Develop and manage social media content and campaigns. Monitor social media engagement and analytics to refine campaigns.
• Digital marketing. Lead the development of all digital marketing to achieve audience reach and income targets.
• Analytics & analysis. Track and analyse the performance of campaigns by monitoring relevant analytics. Use data to adjust strategies and improve outcomes. Conduct regular competitor analysis to ensure we maximise reach. Develop routine end of campaign analytical reviews and reports.
• Stakeholder Engagement. Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders including ambassadors and celebrity patrons, providing them with all the assets and materials they need. Develop strategies for stakeholder communication and engagement. Work with partners to create mutually beneficial communications strategies.
• MarComms Advisory Panel Engagement. Engage with our voluntary MarComms Advisory Panel of experts to maximise success of our strategy.
• Graphic Design. Using design software, create promotional and programme delivery materials such as brochures, posters, challenge event packs and social media graphics in line with brand guidelines. Create visual content for all digital platforms.
• Video Content Creation. Conduct interviews with beneficiaries on camera to capture their stories. Edit video footage optimising for use in large-scale event films and for social media content. Develop engaging video content to promote the charity's mission and activities.
• Copywriting & Copy Editing. Write and edit inspiring and engaging content for various digital platforms including website, e-newsletters, and social media. Develop compelling stories and case studies to highlight the charity's impact. Write press releases where appropriate and quarterly ‘Supporter Updates’ for major donors.
• Website Management. Oversee the development of a new website. Update and maintain the charity's website content in line with best SEO practice. Ensure integrations are working correctly i.e. website is correctly integrated with Zapier and is pulling through subscribers to Mailchimp.
• Internal Communications. Develop engaging staff communications and opportunities to share successes and drive motivation amongst staff. Seek new opportunities to share information team-wide.
• Integrated digital processes. Maximise efficiency by building integrated digital systems and processes wherever possible.

Skills & Experience

Essential

• Experience of creating and delivering multi-channel marketing acquisition strategies
• Experience delivering budgets and annual operational plans
• Highly-skilled copy-writer, editor and proof-reader
• Experience of digital marketing and proven record of delivering growth and achieving campaign goals
• Experience of managing external media and creative agencies
• Excellent GDPR knowledge and practice
• Experience of new product development, innovation and project management
• Good understanding of Google Analytics and other reporting tools.
• Experience of integrating platforms where possible to drive efficiency and optimise the customer experience

Desirable

• Knowledge of the charity sector and understanding of Sport For Development
• CRM experience
• Experience of project managing the delivery of new websites
• Experience of using creative design platforms such as Canva and video editing software.

Personal attributes:

• Responsive to the ever-changing digital landscape and trends
• Willing to be part of a fast-paced and ambitious team
• Detail orientated
• Growth mind-set and continually seeking to learn
• Strong stakeholder management skills (internal and external)
• Ability to adapt verbal and written communication skills to suit different audiences
• Confidently manage, influence and negotiate with senior stakeholders
• A highly motivated self-starter able to work proactively, independently and manage multiple priorities
• Able to work flexibly, adapting to the needs of the role and the wider team

Terms of Appointment

• Permanent contract
• Full-time (4 days considered)
• Salary £32,000 - £35,000 pro rata (dependant on experience)
• 25 days holiday plus 3 working days between Christmas and New Year extra. Employers also earn an additional day of annual leave per year of service up to a maximum of 5 days.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• 3% employer pension contributions.
• Opportunities for personalised training and development.
• Dynamic, entrepreneurial working environment with flexible approach to working hours and locations where possible.

How to Apply

The closing date for applications is 9am Monday 5th August.

Interviews will take place online on Friday 9th August, so please keep this day free in your diary!

Job title:                     Internal Communications and Engagement Manager

Salary: £39,488 per annum

Location: London, E1 (Hybrid)

Contract/Hours: Permanent, Full Time (35 hours)

Fairtrade Foundation are recruiting for a Internal Communications and Engagement Manager to play a critical role in refreshing our approach to internal communications.

This role is a new one for Fairtrade Foundation, and will focus on strengthening connections through ensuring consistent and effective communication within the organisation. The successful candidate will be essential in developing and implementing communication strategies that engage and inform internal stakeholders. This position serves as a bridge between leadership and staff; promoting transparency, a cohesive work culture and a deep understanding of the organisations strategic ambitions.

You will be a natural storyteller, with an ability to articulate what can be complex information and requirements to a wide range of different audiences in an engaging and accessible manner.  You will have a passion for creativity, a deep understanding of discretion and confidentiality and be a team player who brings a positive and can-do attitude. You will bring our organisaiton and brand to life internally, helping to ensure that the Fairtrade Foundation is an organization that colleagues feel excited and proud to work for.

This is a diverse and varied role which will operate in a fast-paced environment where being solution-focused is a pre-requisite.

Fairtrade changes the way trade works through better prices, decent working conditions and a fairer deal for farmers and workers around the world.

Globally, across all Fairtrade members, we share a vision of a world in which all farmers and workers can enjoy secure and sustainable livelihoods, fulfil their potential and decide on their future. To achieve this we connect disadvantaged farmers and workers with consumers, promote fairer trading conditions, and empower farmers and workers to combat poverty, strengthen their position and take more control of their lives.

Fairtrade is a global movement with a strong and active presence in the UK, represented by the Fairtrade Foundation. Farmers and workers have a strong voice at every level of Fairtrade, from how they invest in and run their local organisations to having an equal say in Fairtrade’s global decision-making.

We are seeking passionate and enthusiastic candidates who share our vision for a better world, if that sounds like you, then come and join our movement for change.

The Fairtrade Foundation is an equal opportunities employer, offers flexible working and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

We particularly welcome applications from candidates with ethnically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQ+ candidates and from candidates with disabilities, because we would like to increase the representation of these groups at this level. We want to do this because we know greater diversity will lead to greater results for producers and farmers around the world.

Closing date: Friday 2nd August 2024 at 9.00am

Interviews will take place on Thursday 8th August 2024

Contract: Permanent

Location: Based at our offices in London (NW1), though London-based staff may be able to work from home some of the time by agreement.   

Are you our new Coordinator for Senior Managers?  We are seeking a talented administrator for this 3-year, fixed term appointment. This is a key position supporting our 5-strong senior management team and some of our central committees.  If you are the person we’re looking for, you will be joining a group of governance specialists committed to ensuring that our charity and faith community are managed efficiently and effectively, living up to our Quaker values of truth and integrity.

The role will be based in our offices at Friends House due to on-site administrative tasks (for example dealing with post and office supplies), but some flexible working options may be considered.

Alongside the opportunity to transform the experience of Quakers across Britain, we offer a generous benefits package. 

For more information and details of how to apply, please go to our website via the Apply button.

Closing date: Wednesday 14 August 2024

Interview date: Thursday 22 August 2024, in person at Friends House

Quakers have a faith commitment to equality, and encourage and welcome applications for posts from all sections of society. You do not have to be a Quaker to apply for this post, but we expect you to uphold the values of our organisation.

Quakers in Britain is committed to safeguarding children and adults at risk and expects all of its staff and volunteers to share and uphold this commitment.

Quakers in Britain is committed to equality in all its employment practices.

Area Support Shop Manager (North East London - 2 roles) (TRD4793)

​Location: North East London

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Salary: £27,671 per annum

Job Type: Open ended

Closing Date: 31 July 2024

About our Oxfam Shops

Open for business since 1948, Oxfam shops are at the heart of the charity and their community, raising vital funds and increasing public awareness of what we do. They are always guided by our values of empowerment, accountability and inclusiveness and focussed on making as much money as possible.

Join Our Vibrant Retail Team and Make a Difference!
At Oxfam, our shops have been at the heart of our charity since 1948, contributing significantly to our mission. Our shops play a crucial role in raising funds and increasing public awareness of our impactful work, guided by values of empowerment, accountability, and inclusiveness.

Team Purpose:

Join our dynamic team with the purpose of maximising income through retail sales, adhering to the retail strategy and embracing growth opportunities. As a member of this team, you'll contribute to the heart of the charity and community, guided by values of empowerment, accountability, and inclusiveness. Your role is to be commercially aware, creative, and innovative to make a significant
impact.

Job Purpose:

As a key member of the area team, your role is to coordinate and provide operational support to our shops within a defined geographical area. Covering short-term shop manager absences, you'll ensure uninterrupted trading and maximise income generation. No two days are the same – expect variety and collaboration with diverse communities. This role is a fantastic stretch opportunity for those with shop manager experience, serving as a potential stepping stone toward an area manager role.

The role will support shop cover in our Oxfam shop network across North East London. This includes Oxfam Shops in the region bordered by Muswell Hill, South Woodford, Wanstead, Victoria, and Marylebone.  There are 2 positions available, and each individual will be responsible for covering half of this area, although they may be required to cross into each other's zones occasionally as needed. Whilst travel expenses will be covered, candidates will need to be both willing and able to commit to extensive travel across this defined geographic region.

Please note: weekend working is required

Key Responsibilities:

• Create and maintain inclusive, respectful, and safe environments in the shops.
• Collaborate with Area Manager and shop managers to allocate shop cover effectively.
• Build trusting relationships in each shop to maintain engaged and motivated teams.
• Maximise Net Sales Contribution (NSC) and Gift Aid (GA) in all covered shops to agreed targets.
• Deliver continuous improvement support against specific KPIs.
• Develop and deliver a framework for feedback and handovers.
• Actively contribute to the local community and wider Retail network.

Qualifications:

• Previous retail or operational management experience
• Agile and adaptable working style
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

Join us in making a positive impact on communities and showcasing our values in action

Our Values and Commitment to Safeguarding

Oxfam is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. Oxfam expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us.

We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organisation and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

How to apply 

As part of your online application, please upload your up to date CV and a covering letter explaining your suitability against the essential criteria in the job profile.

All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks. Oxfam GB takes its obligation to protect the rights of children and vulnerable people very seriously; therefore, the successful candidate for this post will be also subject to extensive background checking, including a Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS), as this role involves unsupervised access to the above-mentioned groups.

For full information surrounding DBS and the vacancy, please view the full job description. 

A thriving diverse Oxfam:

It’s people power that brings about change. To play our part as a global organisation working to overcome poverty and inequality, we need equality, diversity and inclusion across our community of staff, partners and volunteers. Together, we’re committed to becoming a more diverse workforce, better able to tackle the global challenges that face our world today.

To do that:

• We need to dismantle the unequal power structures that exist everywhere, this including Oxfam and the wider development and charity sectors.
• We need an inclusive Oxfam where everyone can bring who they are to our work and feels celebrated for the differences they bring.
• We want and need everyone, and that means we need you.

Beehive

We are Beehive - a friends-and-family -owned and operated small business, established in 2014 and born out of a desire to deliver professional, flexible, and scalable finance and operations solutions to third sector organisations. We provide our charity partners with the financial and operational experience and knowledge they need, leaving them to get on with the crucial day-job of delivering support to those who need it the most. What we think makes us different is our approach – more than just a service-provider, we embed an effective and efficient finance and operations team into each partner organisation, overseen by a senior professional. An example of the kind of work we deliver can be seen on our website

In the last decade, we have expanded through word-of-mouth and now support nearly 50 partner charities across the UK. It is a time of growth for our organisation, and we are now looking to recruit an experienced finance professional to lead in the provision of end-to-end finance functions for a portfolio of our charity clients.

The Role

Working closely with each client, the post holder will lead a dedicated finance team responsible for:

• The provision of routine management accounts and cash flow forecasts.
• Budget building and longer-term financial planning.
• The production of year-end accounts, managing relationships with various stakeholders, including the external auditors.
• Supporting with funding proposals and the provision of strategic advice to the Executive Teams and Board.
• Ensuring that the day-to-day financial accounting activity of each charity is undertaken efficiently and effectively
• Providing financial leadership by continually reviewing and improving systems, procedures, and policies to ensure our charities are set up to succeed.

The Right Person

We are looking for a team player who can demonstrate relevant finance experience, either by qualification or by time spent working in the sector.

Working with a number of charities, this role will require excellent communication and project management skills along with the ability to work collaboratively with many stakeholders, including Board. You must be self-motivated, driven and have the discipline to manage your own time and workload.

The Culture

This is a hugely rewarding and varied role working alongside some exceptional organisations and, for the right individual, comes with the opportunity to grow as we increase the number of charities we work with. We are proud of the culture we have at Beehive and know that we work at our best when we are happy at work. You can read a bit more about our mission and values on our website.

We meet as a company every month to have brunch and talk about the business. We have team days, when we all swich off our devices and go axe throwing or country walking, and we help each other every day.

Alongside 25 days of annual leave and bank holidays, we all have our birthdays off and the time between Christmas and New Year.

Flexible working and/or part time hours will be considered. This role could be based in either London or in Derbyshire - candidate-dependant we envisage hiring one person in each location.

You must have the right to work in the UK, unfortunately we are not able to sponsor visa applications.

The Head of Support Services will work with the Director of Support Services to create a positive, supportive culture of personal growth, underpinned by a holistic and empowering health and wellbeing approach.​​

Supported by the trustees, the CEO, staff and service users, the postholder will be a leader and will provide a constant stimulus for self-improvement in a learning, supportive and diverse environment. A candidate with a proven track record of delivery, they will provide high level and efficient management of Betknowmore UK support and community programmes, including all three primary services, GOALS, New Beginnings and Peer Aid, as well as bespoke projects which include the development of Hubs within key London Boroughs and creating digital activities.​

The postholder will work to ensure impactful service provision and outcomes; recruit, train and supervise a team of staff/mentors/volunteers to deliver support and community activities; and oversee service integration and collaboration with the National Gambling Support Network (NGSN) partners and other key stakeholders.​

A key aspect of the role will be to work closely with people presenting with gambling-harm issues and/or people impacted by someone else's gambling. The Head of Support Services will oversee sustainable recovery interventions which may include structured psycho-social 1:1 ​and group activities, counselling and therapy, peer and mentoring support, with services ​co-produced by clinicians and health professionals, and insight and knowledge from experts ​by experience. ​

The candidate should demonstrate previous experience of management and oversight of similar programmes of work, within mental health, addiction or community NHS or voluntary sectors. ​

Experience of gambling support and treatment and/or harm minimisation programmes is desirable, but not essential.​

Working with other members of the Senior Management Team, they will input into the management of the charity, as well as supporting grant, contract and tender submissions, operational management, governance, performance and contract monitoring and outcome reporting. This will include financial planning and budgeting.​

Adherence to health and safety, and equal opportunities and diversity policies is expected at ​all times.​

Key responsibilities and accountabilities​

Development and Delivery ​

• Manage the strategic and operational performance of services to agreed standards and targets with the Director of Support Services and CEO.​
• Provide management oversight to service teams and ensure the activities they are leading on are delivered to set quality and outcomes, that they are safe and operate in positive environments, and adequately supervised, monitored, audited and reviewed.​
• Provide management oversight to the charity’s portfolio of programmes and projects, including those within the National Gambling Support Network (NGSN)​
• Ensure strategic & performance coverage of all areas of service delivery outlined in the services’ SLAs.​
• Review service delivery and implement necessary changes, to ensure high quality service, reflecting best practice and clear impact for all service users.​
• Conduct regular supervision with staff and service users about service effectiveness and maximise client involvement in service design and development.​

Monitoring and Evaluation​

• Produce a monthly service review, linked to the charity’s strategy and business plan.​
• Manage monitoring and evaluation framework and oversee CMS/CRM systems.​
• Liaise with external support networks, such as universities and research organisations, to aid data management requirements.​

Line Management​

• Ensure staff are recruited, supervised and developed in accordance with Betknowmore UK systems and processes, in particular annual planning and review and objective setting.​
• Support the provision of staff training to the highest standard and in accordance with Betknowmore quality assurance standards ​
• Provide HR support and on-going staff line management.​
• Liaise with Clinical Supervisor to ensure staff have adequate support and resources.​
• Contribute to the development of services knowledge and practice, by keeping up to date with current research and practice and ensuring that the clinical and support approach of the teams reflects such current information as appropriate.​

Partnerships Building and Collaboration​

• Develop our operational and strategic relationship with external partners and stakeholders to maximise the success and impact of Betknowmore UK services.​
• Co-ordinate Betknowmore UK contribution to service-related networks ensuring attendance at relevant operational and strategic meetings and provide feedback and sharing of information.​
• Represent the organisation at events, webinars and other meetings to inform service development and promote best practice in service delivery.​

Financial Management​

• Oversee budgets and expenditure related to the services and help meet targets.​
• Provide oversight to petty cash and day to day expenses.​
• Assist with other fundraising associated with service development as agreed with Senior Management Team.​

Health and Safety Responsibilities​

• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of staff, clients and other beneficiaries is intact.​
• Oversee Betknowmore UK premises and risk assess external sites, ensuring all working environments work correctly to policies and procedures. ​
• Ensure that Betknowmore UK Diversity and Equality policies are upheld.​

General​

• Attend regular supervision sessions with the Director of Support Services.​
• To operate with clear professional & confidentiality boundaries to work within the organisations code of conduct.​
• To carry out other duties commensurate with the post.​

The Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) - Disclosure ​

Betknowmore UK aims to promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent,​ skills and potential. Betknowmore UK welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Criminal​ records will be taken into account for requirement purposes only when the conviction is​ relevant. As Betknowmore UK meets the requirements in respect of exempted questions under​ the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013) by SI 2013​ 1198. All applicants who are offered employment will be subject to a criminal record check from​ the Disclosure & Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed. This will include details of​ cautions, reprimands or final warnings, as well as convictions.​

Qualifications or Relevant Experience​

• Educated to degree level or equivalent​
• Evidence of Continued Professional Development relevant to the role purpose and level​
• Two years minimum experience in a similar role​

Essential Knowledge & Skills​

• Knowledge of mental health or drug, alcohol or gambling support and recovery services​
• Ability to manage complex support and training services​
• Experience of establishing a positive recovery culture, aiding sustainable behavioural change​
• Experience of working with complex addiction and/or high support needs service users (group and 1:1 work)​
• Experience of safeguarding lead and procedures​
• Demonstrable track record of achieving successful outcomes and performance indicators at management level in a comparable national/ international organisation​
• Good understanding of IT applications and database​
• Commitment to continuous learning and development​
• Experience of multi-agency working and maintaining positive relationships​
• Ability to work with service users with multiple needs across diverse/emerging communities.​
• Experience in helping people to acquire life-skills including budgeting, healthy life choices, employment/education advice​
• Commitment to the charity’s principles and willingness to work within policies and guidelines​
• Be able to organise and prioritise your work working as part of a team or by yourself​
• An understanding of the principles of user involvement​
• Good verbal and written communication skills​
• Ability to keep accurate records​

Desirable Skills​

• Experience of working within NHS settings​

To find out more about this role, a Q&A webinar will be held on Wednesday 31st July at 7pm. Please register your interest here

This is one of two new part-time roles at Carers Trust that are essential to giving our supporters a personal and highly professional level of donor care. This role focusses on great thanking and donor stewardship whilst supporting the “twin” role, Supporter Care Coordinator (Data), which focusses more on financial processes and data entry.

Working closely with the Head of Individual Giving and the other Supporter Care Coordinator (Data), you will ensure that the way we manage thanking and donor queries is superb and that our data is the essential foundation to our high-quality fundraising and help us to create long term relationships with supporters.
 

Application deadline: Sunday 18th August

Expected interview date: Friday 23rd August, in person at London Carers Trust Office in Southwark

About us

World Jewish Relief provides life-saving and life-changing action to people in crisis around the world. We work with our trusted local partners to help people survive the consequences of conflict and disaster, to thrive and rebuild their lives. We deliver programmes using our expertise, with urgency to achieve maximum and sustainable impact for those within and beyond our community.

About you

We are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic, and organised Trust Fundraiser with outstanding written communication skills to join our friendly, hard-working, and ambitious Major Giving Team.

You will be responsible for:

• Managing relationships, reporting, and application cycles for Trusts and Foundations
• Leading on our prospect research programme to identify new funding sources
• Working closely with colleagues in the programme team to identify projects suitable for prospective funders.
• Using our database of potential donors, write quality and compelling proposals to attract new and significant sources of funding.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records, meeting notes and project restrictions on World Jewish Relief’s database (Raiser’s Edge).

You should have:

• Proven track record of fundraising within a trusts, statutory, or a grants role, or other relationship management/business development positions
• Experience of researching and developing proposals for funders, clients, or other stakeholders
• Experience of building both narrative and financial reports for funders, clients, or other stakeholders
• Highly developed writing skills – the ability to write compelling and accessible proposals, reports and appeals

Benefits

We offer a range of benefits including:

• 23 days holiday plus bank holidays and Jewish holidays. After 2 years’ service holiday entitlement increases to 25 days.
• Pension scheme – we contribute 5% to the World Jewish Relief pension scheme.
• Life Insurance – up to 3 times salary to nominated beneficiaries.
• Health Cash Plan – cash back to cover the costs of dental treatment, optical care, specialist consultations and a range of complementary therapies.
• Enhanced maternity & paternity pay.
• Employee Assistance Programme – free, confidential advice or support with any personal or work. related concerns or free counselling if needed.
• Season ticket / travel to work loan.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• On Friday the office closes at 3pm.
• We encourage flexible working and offer a range of flexible working options

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

World Jewish Relief promotes equality, diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We invite and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds. We encourage applications from candidates of different ethnicities, socio-economic backgrounds, race, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation and of faith or none that meet the criteria set out for this role. You don’t need to be Jewish to work for us, but you must share our desire to assist those who need help based on their vulnerability, not their identity, recognising the dignity and potential of all people.

To apply

As part of your application, we ask you to demonstrate your suitability for the role by answering the following questions in your cover letter:

• Why does this role appeal to you?
• Referring to the Job Specification, what skills do you have that will enable you to excel in this role?

JRF’s Insight and Analysis team produces high-quality, original and actionable JRF analysis about poverty issues. We draw on a range of data sources, commissioned research and work with partners with lived experience of poverty to better understand what’s happening, why, and what can be done to solve poverty.

The role offers the opportunity to undertake original and creative analysis to shed new light on poverty-related issues, as well as offering a professional analytical perspective across the wider organisation.  The role involves designing the approach, identifying requirements and leading a range of innovative analytical work to meet JRF’s priorities.

You will take responsibility for leading the analytical input into one of JRF’s priority policy themes – helping to shape our policy arguments and propositions – for example, the previous post holder has focussed on deep poverty and leading the work on our flagship UK Poverty report.

This post sits in the organisation’s Insight and Analysis team, reporting to the Chief Analyst.

The Lead Analyst would be expected to generate ideas for new analysis, using a range of data sources, to support JRF’s mission – informing our policy & ideas work and our campaigning, media and advocacy activity. They would be responsible for leading and managing significant pieces of work – as well as supporting the growth and development of other members of the team.

Job description

This is a fantastic opportunity to join Not Beyond Redemption, a charity providing mothers in prison with free Family Law advice and representation to help them re-establish and maintain contact with their children during their sentence and upon release.

Mission:

Not Beyond Redemption was established by leading Family lawyer, Camilla Baldwin, to ensure that family law advice and representation is available not just to those who could afford it, but also to those who need it most. Maintaining a healthy and supportive relationship with family while in prison is crucial to reducing reoffending rates and improving rehabilitation.

If you are looking to join a rapidly expanding charity with a close-knit team and have a passion for making a real difference in the lives of those affected by maternal imprisonment, then this role is for you. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Executive Support:

• Manage the Founder’s inbox, draft and send emails on their behalf, and schedule appointments.
• Arrange and coordinate meetings for the Founder with internal and external parties.

Financial Management:

• Oversee online accountancy and manage payments through the online banking platform.
• Create cashflows and budgets to forecast income and expenditure, ensuring financial stability.
• Manage the relationship with the part-time accountant/bookkeeper, overseeing the production of annual accounts and reports.
• Handle organisational memberships and subscriptions (e.g., Information Commissioner’s Office, and Living Wage Foundation).

Operations Management:

• Organise monthly clinics at different prisons, coordinating with staff at prisons and partner law firms.
• Coordinate the remote clinics, ensuring that the clinics are staffed with volunteers.
• Arrange and coordinate staff travel arrangements.
• Conduct DBS checks for employees and volunteers.

Payroll Administration:

• Set up payroll online using Xero, which automatically generates monthly payroll, pension filings, and PAYE submissions.
• Process pensions and PAYE.

Fundraising Support:

• Collaborate with the Head of Fundraising to identify Charitable Trusts and Foundations for potential applications.
• Assist in drafting funding applications and meeting with Charitable Trusts and Foundations to secure donations.
• Provide updates for funders to communicate the impact of their support.
• Keep fundraising documents updated, including the application tracker, fundraising calendar, and donations spreadsheet.
• Manage donation processes, ensuring accurate recording, acknowledgement, and stewardship of donors.

Communications and Marketing:

• Manage and curate content for the organisation’s social media platforms.
• Design compelling marketing materials to promote the organisation’s initiatives, including the annual Impact Report.
• Ensure the website is up to date.

Trustees and Board Management:

• Act as the main point of contact for the board of trustees.
• Coordinate and manage Trustees' meetings, compiling board agendas and associated paperwork.
• Prepare minutes for Trustees’ meetings.
• Communicate with Trustees throughout the year to keep them updated on all activities.

Event Coordination:

• Plan and execute fundraising events and charity initiatives.
• Participate in networking or awareness-raising events, ensuring we have presentations and staff available.

Research and Data Analysis:

• Conduct ongoing research on maternal imprisonment to ensure up-to-date knowledge of statistics and trends.
• Send out questionnaires to clients to collect qualitative and quantitative research.
• Collect data from client feedback to assess our impact and identify areas for improvement.

​Please read the Job Description for more information.

PERSON SPECIFICATION:

If you are interested in applying and are passionate about the work we do but are not sure you have all the skills and experience, please do still apply. We are open to candidates learning on the job and we will support the development of the successful candidate.

We are looking for someone who is:

• Proficient in office/administrative/charity work with at least one year’s experience.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail and the ability to work to deadlines and under their initiative.
• A strong communicator with persuasive written and verbal skills.
• Experience/knowledge of financial controls and budget management
• Experience in developing and maintaining relationships with a variety of stakeholders.
• A resourceful problem solver with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• A team player with a positive and proactive attitude.
• A can-do attitude with a desire to learn and develop skills.
• IT skills- excellent experience with MS Office.
• Passionate about our mission of supporting women in prison.

Desirable:

• Experience using Xero.
• Experience in developing and building high-value partnerships.
• Experience in public speaking.
• Experience in organising and hosting events.

Our Culture:

At Not Beyond Redemption, we value collaboration, integrity, and dedication to our mission. We strive to create a supportive and inclusive environment where all team members can thrive. In this role, you will work closely with our legal team.

This is a rewarding role that offers the opportunity to make a real difference. We look forward to hearing from you!

Hours: Part-time 21.75 hours per week worked over three days, between the hours of 8am–6pm

Contract length: 12 months (with the possibility of extension depending on funding)

Salary: £16,731 (includes London weighting)

Location: To cover the London area, ideally based in West London or within commuting distance

Working pattern: Work from home with frequent travel required. You will be expected to deliver a face-to-face service to clients in their own home or safe meeting place within the London area.

Deadline for applications: 11th August 2024 (we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications)

Interviews to be conducted: late August

Rare Opportunity: Help those affected by road crashes and create lasting change with Brake, the renowned road safety charity.

Who We Are: Brake has been supporting victims of road carnage since 1995, and we're on a mission to prevent future collisions. Every 20 minutes, someone is killed or seriously injured on our roads, impacting lives profoundly.

Join Our Team: We're expanding our National Road Victim Service and need a dedicated Caseworker to join our dynamic, compassionate team. Your role will involve delivering world-class support services to those at their most vulnerable.

Not Your Average Job: This isn't a 9 to 5. You could play a significant part in rolling out trauma-informed support services nationwide. Make a real difference in the lives of those affected by road traffic collisions.

What We Offer:

· A generous 35 days of annual leave (including bank holidays and 3-day shutdown period between Christmas and New Year, pro-rata for part-time working patterns)

· An extra day off for your birthday to take whenever you choose

· Enhanced sick pay and compassionate leave

· Death in service benefit

· Pension

· Employee Assistance Programme

· Flexible working

· Annual travel card (zones 1-6)

· Be part of a skilled, friendly team with an engaged Board of Trustees

Who You Are: We need passionate, self-starters with a background in providing high-quality emotional support and advocacy. Your experience in roles like police, criminal justice, counselling, or health and social care could make you a perfect fit.

Specifically Seeking Candidates With:

- Living in the London area, ideally based in West London or within commuting distance

- Frontline care experience (desirable but not essential)

- Understanding of criminal justice processes (desirable but not essential)

- Research and advocacy skills

- Resilience and willingness to grow

- Competent I.T. skills for remote work

Join Our Mission: Your greatest reward will be knowing you've made a positive difference in someone's recovery from psychological trauma.

About Us: Brake is passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that values diversity. We welcome your application whatever your background or situation. We particularly welcome applications from those who are part of the global majority, the LGBTQIA+ community or disabled. We are proud to be a disability confident employer. We don’t want you to ‘fit’ our culture, we want you to enrich it. So, if you have a passion for making a difference and share in our vision for a world where no one is killed on our roads, we would love to hear from you.

Apply Now: If you're up for a new challenge and have the skills, apply now.

Not for Traffic Offenders: Due to the nature of our work we can't accept applications from serious traffic offenders. Candidates will be asked to disclose whether they have any unspent points on their licence at interview.

A DBS check is required due to the sensitive nature of our service.

Join us today and be part of the solution! 

Caseworker (Scotland)

Hours: Full-time 36.25 hours per week worked between the hours of 8am–6pm

Contract length: 12 months (with the possibility of extension depending on funding)

Salary: £26,000

Location: To cover the North & East of Scotland

Working pattern: Work from home with frequent travel required. You will be expected to deliver a face-to-face service to clients in their own home or safe meeting place within the North & East of Scotland.

Deadline for applications: Friday 2nd August

Interviews to be conducted: Early August

Rare Opportunity: Help those affected by road crashes and create lasting change with Brake, the renowned road safety charity.

Who We Are: Brake has been supporting victims of road carnage since 1995, and we're on a mission to prevent future collisions. Every 20 minutes, someone is killed or seriously injured on our roads, impacting lives profoundly.

 Join Our Team: We're expanding our National Road Victim Service and need a dedicated Caseworker to join our dynamic, compassionate team. Your role will involve delivering world-class support services to those at their most vulnerable.

 Not Your Average Job: This isn't a 9 to 5. You could play a significant part in rolling out trauma-informed support services nationwide. Make a real difference in the lives of those affected by road traffic collisions.

 What We Offer:

· A generous 35 days of annual leave (including bank holidays and 3-day shutdown period between Christmas and New Year)

· An extra day off for your birthday to take whenever you choose

· Enhanced sick pay and compassionate leave

· Death in service benefit

· Pension

· Employee Assistance Programme

· Flexible working

· Be part of a skilled, friendly team with an engaged Board of Trustees

 Who You Are: We need passionate, self-starters with a background in providing high-quality emotional support and advocacy. Your experience in roles like police, criminal justice, counselling, or health and social care could make you a perfect fit.

Specifically Seeking Candidates With:

- Living in the North or East of Scotland

- Frontline care experience (desirable but not essential)

- Understanding of criminal justice processes (desirable but not essential)

- Research and advocacy skills

- Resilience and willingness to grow

- Competent I.T. skills for remote work

- Your own vehicle and a willingness to use it for work purposes (travel expenses will be repaid)

Join Our Mission: Your greatest reward will be knowing you've made a positive difference in someone's recovery from psychological trauma.

About Us: Brake is passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that values diversity. We welcome your application whatever your background or situation. We particularly welcome applications from those who are part of the global majority, the LGBTQIA+ community or disabled. We don’t want you to ‘fit’ our culture, we want you to enrich it. We are proud to be a disability confident employer. So, if you have a passion for making a difference and share in our vision for a world where no one is killed on our roads, we would love to hear from you.

Apply Now: If you're up for a new challenge and have the skills, apply now.

Not for Traffic Offenders: Due to the nature of our work we can't accept applications from serious traffic offenders. Candidates will be asked to disclose whether they have any unspent points on their licence at interview.

A DBS check is required due to the sensitive nature of our service.

Join us today and be part of the solution!