Jobs in Kent
Assert is a small team of advocates working as a project within Mental Health Resource charity and as part of the Kent Advocacy partnership. We provide high quality, issue-based advocacy and statutory IMHA services to individuals affected by mental health problems, often detained in medium and low secure units and in acute inpatient settings. We also provide community advocacy in West Kent, Dartford, Gravesham and Swanley.It can be a tough job, but in return you will receive competitive pay, training, benefits and have the support of a strong team. You will have the opportunity to expand on your existing skills and attributes required for the role. Training will be provided if you are not yet qualified as an IMHA.
You will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and show confidence and assertiveness when required. You will understand the diverse needs of people affected by mental health problems and how these differ for those detained in inpatient settings from those requiring support in the community. You will need to be resilient, comfortable working within professional boundaries and have the ability to cope with sometimes challenging people and environments. In addition, you will have strong organisational skills and be able to work on your own initiative, as well as within a team.
You will have a natural confident and calm manner and key skills of honesty, trustworthiness, and respect for confidentiality.
You will be passionate about mental health advocacy. Ideally, you will have experience of working as an advocate, and if you are not qualified as an IMHA, you will be expected to undertake training. The IMHA training takes approx. 1 year. *
A willingness to work within a diverse range of environments is essential as is the ability to work with people from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. A current driving licence and access to your own transport is essential.
The role is offered on a full-time basis, however part-time hours will also be considered. You will be office-based in Maidstone with scope for hybrid working where practical. We offer attractive benefits including a competitive salary, flexible working, up to 4% pension contributions, generous annual leave rising to 30 days after 10 years’ service, birthday leave, winter wellbeing leave, employee assistance programme, strong team support and clinical supervision.
An Enhanced DBS check will be required for the role.
For further information please read the job description and person specification. If you would like to have an informal conversation about the role or require further information, please contact Leigh Attwood. To apply, send a covering letter explaining how you meet the criteria in the person specification with copy of your current CV.
Only applications with a covering letter will be considered for shortlisting.
Closing date: Monday 2nd December at 9am
Interview date: Tuesday 10th December in person in Maidstone
Mental Health Resource is committed to equal opportunities and promoting diversity and encourage applications from all sections of the community.
* In line with our organisational policy, if you leave within a certain timeframe, you may be asked to repay the cost of the training
JOB SUMMARY
To provide statutory issue-based advocacy to people detained in acute psychiatric hospitals and forensic hospitals/rehab units across West Kent and community advocacy to people with mental health difficulties in the community in West Kent, ensuring that their views, wishes and needs are taken into account and expressed and heard.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. To provide independent mental health advocacy to eligible patients in accordance with the provisions Mental Health Act 2007 as amended and as detailed in the Code of Practice to the Act
2. To provide independent, issue-based advocacy in the community as appropriate.
3. Ascertain the needs and wishes of clients and act only under instruction of clients.
4. To telephone and meet with clients on the ward or another convenient location to help them prepare for meetings and to attend appointments with them to speak on their behalf if required, take notes and ensure that they understand the proceedings.
5. To help clients understand what is being considered around their care, treatment and support and the impact of any decisions made.
6. For independent mental health advocacy, to explain to people what their options and rights are and to support them to communicate their wishes so that they can participate as fully as possible in the decisions affecting their care.
7. To liaise with, and on occasion to challenge, NHS, care professionals or local authorities as appropriate to ensure that due processes have been followed.
8. To raise any safeguarding issues in line with Mental Health Resource’s policy and procedures.
9. To maintain accurate and timely records of all interactions with clients in accordance with statutory requirements, relevant legislation and in line with the requirements of our funders.
10. To meet monthly targets for chargeable work, by service delivery and accurately recording details of work completed on the database in a timely manner.
11. To provide information, reports and statistics as required.
12. To develop and share good practice and learning with colleagues and contribute to the promotion of a culture of continuous service improvement and support.
13. To deliver awareness raising sessions to staff on wards and training to staff on advocacy and the service available.
14. To build and maintain good working relationships with professionals, attending meetings and promoting the service.
15. To promote the service through the distribution of publicity material, liaison with statutory and voluntary services and where appropriate through the media and presentations to local groups within the agreed charity policies
16. To undertake appropriate training in order to gain an advocacy qualification.
GENERAL
17. To attend and participate in meetings of the project team, charity staff and other bodies as required.
18. Adhere to and keep up-to-date with organisational policies, guidelines and procedures and best practice requirements
19. Represent Mental Health Resource in a knowledgeable and professional manner at all times
20. To participate in charity events, networking events, and any other relevant event as and when required.
21. Maintain appropriate professional boundaries at all times
22. Participate in regular supervision, team meetings and other meetings as required
23. Identify own training and development needs in conjunction with your line manager and participate in training opportunities as directed
24. Undertake any such additional duties as necessary in relation to the role or as requested by the Charity Manager
25. To maintain records of hours worked and to complete accurate expense returns.
26. To carry out any tasks reasonably requested of them by the Line Manager
An enhanced DBS check is required for this role.
ADVOCATE (IMHA and General)
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Essential Criteria
Assessment process (A = demonstrated through application / I = demonstrated at interview)
- Understanding and knowledge of the needs of people with mental health problems, including those detained under the mental health act (A.I)
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work with people from a variety of backgrounds and experiences (A.I)
- Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, including on the telephone, in person, over video link and through presentations, demonstrating confidence and assertiveness (A.I)
- Emotional resilience and the ability to cope with sometimes challenging people and environments (A.I)
- Experience of identifying and meeting the needs of individual people (A.I)
- Ability to work within professional boundaries (A.I)
- Good organisational and administration skills to manage own workload and appointments (A)
- Ability to work under pressure and to meet targets and deadlines (A.I)
- Good time management and ability to work flexibly and prioritise tasks required (A.I)
- Computer Literacy and a good working knowledge of Outlook and Word (A)
- Ability to work as part of a team and act on own initiative (A.I)
- Personal commitment to equal opportunities (A.I)
- Hold a valid driving license with access to transport in order to visit locations across West Kent (A)
Desirable Criteria
- Previous experience of working as an advocate. (A)
- Experience of working with people with mental health problems either in a professional or voluntary capacity (A)
- Experience of facilitating training (A)
- Experience of working with a database and using Excel spreadsheets (A)
- An understanding of the statutory rights of people detained under the mental health act (A)
Registered Charity 
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The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Thera Trust has an exciting opportunity available for a Senior Finance Business Partner to join our team working remotely, with the ability to travel to Grantham or wider national travel when required. You will join us on a full time, permanent basis and in return, you will receive a competitive salary of up to £55,363 per annum, depending on experience.
We operate flexi-time and flexible working.
Who are Thera Trust?
Thera is a unique group of companies led by its vision and leadership model. We have an excellent history of providing outstanding support to individuals with a learning disability, which spans over 25 years.
What does a Senior Finance Business Partner do?
The social care sector is currently facing significant challenges which have in part, impacted upon Thera Trust. We are recruiting a Senior Finance Business Partner.
In a financially challenged sector, the Senior Finance Business Partner is a critical colleague working closely with Head of financial planning and analysis, supporting the creation of the financial aspects of both the short- and long-term Thera Business Plans and budgets.
As a Key member of the finance leadership team, responsible for implementing finance vision, and creating culture of collaboration and continuous improvement, Business partnering with Senior leaders across the Group to deliver financial aspects of their transformation and improvement plans in the areas covered by their subsidiary.
What experience do I need?
- You will have Proven experience at a senior level in engagement and influence to improve financial performance within a complex environment
- Fully Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA), with significant post qualification experience at a senior level
- Strong knowledge and experience of appropriate operational practices including contract costings
- Highly proficient in using EXCEL to present data and model scenarios and sensitivity analysis including what if functionality
- A proven track record of strong capable leadership, driving departmental service improvement and organisational change
- The ability to forge nurturing partnerships and collaborative relationships
- Functioning work home office will be required for remote working
What are the Benefits available to our Senior Finance Business Partner?
- 30 days holiday + 8 days bank holiday
- Contributory pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee support line to support you
- Continuous on the job training is provided
Closing date: 29th November 2024
Interview will be held on the 18th December 2024. Location TBC
If you have a passion for making a difference to peoples lives, consider a career as a Senior Finance Business Partner with Thera Group, please click "apply" now - we would like to hear from you
We reserve the right to close this advert before the closing deadline if we interview and offer the right candidate
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Thera Trust has an exciting opportunity available for a Head of Financial Planning and Analysis to join our team remotely, with the ability to travel to Grantham or wider national travel when required. You will join us on a full-time, permanent basis. In return, you will receive a competitive salary of up to £68,237.00 per annum.
Who are we?
Thera is a unique group of companies led by its vision and leadership model. We have an excellent history of providing outstanding support to individuals with a learning disability, which spans over 25 years.
The social care sector is currently facing significant challenges which have in part, impacted upon Thera Trust. We are recruiting a Head of Financial Planning & Analysis to further support and improve our business model and success moving forward.
About the Head of Financial Planning and Analysis role:
The successful applicant will be a key member of the finance leadership team, responsible for implementing finance vision, creating a culture of collaboration, and continuous improvement across the organisation. In a financially challenged sector, as Head of Financial Planning & Analyst you will be a critical colleague in the creation of the short and long-term Thera Business Plans and forecasts.
We are looking for an individual with a proven track record of leading on large scale change management programmes.
You will be working with Senior leaders across the Thera group to transform the finance function. You will have previous experience at a senior level, in strategic transformation and reporting within a complex environment.
What are the Benefits available to our Head of Financial Planning and Analysis?
- 30 days holiday + 8 days bank holiday
- Contributory pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee support line to support you
- Continuous on the job training is provided
What do you need to become our Head of Financial Planning and Analysis?
- Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA), with significant post qualification experience at a senior finance level.
- Experience of operating at a senior leadership level
- Proficient in the use of recognised financial accounting software.
- A proven track record of strong capable leadership, performance improvement and organisational change
- Successful track record of overseeing and delivering service improvements.
- Highly proficient in financial modelling using Excel and other modelling tools.
- Knowledge and experience of designing and delivering high quality financial information to aid business planning and decision making.
- Adept at preparing high level financial information and communicating complex matters to all stakeholders.
Closing Date: 29th November 2024
Assessment day/interviews will be on the 9th December 2024. Location TBC
Please click "apply" now to be considered as our Head of Financial Planning and Analysis - we would like to hear from you!
We reserve the right to close this advert before the closing deadline if we interview and offer the right candidate.
We are an equal opportunities employer.
This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders act 1974. For this act, you must declare any convictions or cautions that you have received, including these that would otherwise be spent. This role is subject to an Enhanced check should you be offered the position.
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Rainforest Foundation UK strives for a fairer and more sustainable world by working with Indigenous Peoples and other communities of the world’s rainforests. We’re seeking a Project Finance and Administrator to join our growing team working at the forefront of the fight against tropical deforestation, climate change and social injustice. Hardworking and with an attention to detail, you will work closely with project coordinators and local partner organisations in the Democratic Republic of Congo to deliver exciting new projects expanding community land rights, sustainable livelihoods and forest protection initiatives.
About you
The ideal candidate should have demonstrable experience of providing financial and administrative support to projects within charity or international development settings. Proficiency in both English and French is essential, alongside experience a personal commitment to defending human rights. Additionally, you should have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to work under pressure in complex environments, including up to 12 weeks of travel per year to remote forest areas.
For further details regarding the role and specific qualifications required, please consult the Job Description.
We welcome all applicants and encourage those who believe they may not strictly meet all requirements to apply, demonstrating in their cover letter why they are the right fit for the role.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Mass Participation Lead
We are seeking an experienced leader to drive forward the development and implementation of the events and mass participation fundraising strategy.
This is an exciting new role that has been developed to lead our ambitious vision for this area of our team and offers home and flexible working.
Position: CE332 Mass Participation Lead
Location: Home-based, UK, Nationwide. However, extensive travel will be required as part of this role (may include team meetings or other work-related meetings)
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week
Salary: Circa £47,000 per annum (inner London weighting £3,950 per annum or outer London weighting £2,100 per annum may be applied in accordance with where you live)
Contract: Permanent
Benefits: 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (this will increase with service up to 30 days, full time equivalent) cashback and discount scheme, employee assistance programme, learning and development, pension scheme, Life Assurance, Eye Care vouchers, Long Service Award, Tax-free childcare, Health Cash Plan, Working Pattern Agreement, flexible working opportunities available.
Closing Date: 29 November 2024. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Interview Date: 9 and 10 December 2024
Interviews will be held via video conferencing. Please let us know if this will present any challenges when you email your application.
The Role
Worth currently £2m annually we are looking to rapidly grow our income from third party and owned products and events. You will provide strategic leadership to the Mass Participation team (2 direct reports and accountability for a further 6) as well as playing an active leadership role across the Mass Engagement department, contributing to the wider directorate goals and objectives.
You will oversee a customer-centric approach where supporters receive an outstanding experience and feel proud of their continued contribution.
Key responsibilities will include:
· Developing strategy for events and mass participation products
· New fundraising product development
· Strategic leadership of a geographically dispersed team, embedding a culture of high performance
· Setting meaningful income and expenditure budgets and being able to accurately re-forecast putting action plans in place to mitigate shortfalls.
About You
You will be an innovative thinker with the ability to review our existing programme, the wider market environment and identify opportunities for supporter acquisition, engagement, and retention.
You will have experience of:
· Delivering targets with successful outcomes.
· Project planning and problem solving.
· Delivering formal presentations and public speaking.
· Budget development, planning and forecasting and an understanding of risk, mitigation and contingency planning.
· Achieving annual income and expenditure targets.
· Recruiting, managing, motivating, developing and training staff and/or volunteers.
· Analysing and interpreting data.
To fulfil the role, you must be resident in the UK and have the right to work in the UK.
When you click to apply, you will be able to see the full responsibilities and person specification for further
information on the role.
Please submit your CV, (including details of your current address), and a supporting statement of no more than two pages, demonstrating how you meet the person specification and what you bring to the role in terms of your skills and experience.
Stroke Association
Finding strength through support
When stroke strikes, part of your brain shuts down. And so does a part of you. That’s because a stroke happens in the brain, the control centre for who we are and what we can do. It happens every five minutes in the UK and changes lives instantly. Recovery is tough, but with the right specialist support and a ton of courage and determination, the brain can adapt.
We believe everyone deserves to live the best life they can after stroke. And it’s a team effort to get there.
We provide specialist support, fund critical research and campaign to make sure people affected by stroke get the very best care and support to rebuild their lives.
The Stroke Association is the only charity in the UK providing lifelong support for all stroke survivors and their families. We provide tailored support to tens of thousands of stroke survivors each year. This support includes one-to-one and group support, funding vital scientific research into stroke prevention, acute treatment, recovery and long-term care, and campaigning to secure the best care for everyone affected by stroke.
We’re here for stroke survivors and their loved ones, from the moment they enter the new and frightening post-stroke world, supporting them every step of the way as they find their strength and their way back to life.
It’s only thanks to the generosity of our supporters and donors that we can provide vital support.
We’re working to improve the diversity of our people. We know that individuality leads to a richer experience for our people and better support for all those affected by stroke.
We strongly encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. We’re particularly looking to increase the number of applications from those with lived experience of stroke, and those from under-represented communities.
You may also have experience in areas such as Mass Participation, Mass Participation Fundraising, Mass Participation Fundraiser, Mass Participation Lead, Events Fundraiser, Events Fundraising, Events Fundraising Officer, Events Fundraising Lead, Challenge Events.
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
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Part time 28 hours per week over 7 days to include Sundays
£23,436.25 FTE - £17,735.54 pro rata with annual progression up to £23,696.84 FTE - £17,932.74 pro rata
*Location - Herne Bay (new shop opening)*
We offer many enhanced benefits including; 28 days holiday a year pro rata - plus Bank Holidays and stakeholder pension scheme with matching contributions up to 8%. Full details about our benefits can be found on our website.
We are looking for an Assistant Shop Manager to work alongside the Shop Manager in our new Herne Bay shop.
Are you self motivated with strong interpersonal skills and thrive on challenges and opportunities that come with assisting in the running of a shop? Can you assist the Shop Manager in driving sales and profits and able to work closely with staff and Volunteers to ensure we deliver the best level of customer service, come and join us from the beginning in opening our new Herne bay shop!
We are looking for someone who loves working with people and has the ability to lead in the absence of the Shop Manager, inspire and empower people around them. We are looking for someone who is friendly and positive in their approach and can instill an energy to those around them. Have you got a creative ability that you can bring to the role?
You will make a real difference to young people in England by helping to raise vital funds needed to support our frontline work.
It is important that you have good communication skills both inside and outside the shop, reaching out to the local community to help build support for the shop.
If you have what it takes to work hard but have some fun along the way, and support your Shop Manager to be the best, then this is the place for you!
Every day we're changing the lives of children in this country for the better - and with your help, tomorrow we can be there for even more.
We look forward to receiving your application.
The closing date for applications is midnight on Friday 29th November 2024. If, after 14 days, we have received enough applications we reserve the right to close the vacancy on Friday 15th November 2024.
Interviews will be held on a date to be confirmed.
The Children's Society is committed to Safer Recruitment and as such a range of pre-employment checks will be conducted in line with recommendations made by the Bichard Enquiry, and current best practice. To include a basic DBS check, these will be required before employment can commence.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
The British Gas Energy Trust (BGET) helps families and individuals in England, Scotland and Wales experiencing hardship and who are struggling with energy debts.
You will be joining us at a time where many have been negatively impacted by the cost-of-living crisis and require financial support with their energy bills. You will be joining a collaborative and friendly organisation that is committed to helping individuals facing fuel poverty.
We are looking for an experienced AAT Finance Assistant to help us in our mission to alleviate the detrimental impact of poverty, with a focus on fuel poverty.
This role will be within the small, dedicated Finance team, supporting the Head of Finance with the day-to-day running of financial operations and general finance enquiries.
This role is for 30 hours per week which can be worked across four or five days (Monday to Friday)
Roles & Responsibilities
· Manage the purchase ledger function efficiently and accurately
· Processing of invoices and expenses into the accounting system Xero
· Matching of purchase orders with invoices and requesting of approvals
· Managing payment processes for all suppliers and expenses with supporting documentation
· Maintaining the purchase order log, raising of purchase orders from approval requests
· Communicating with suppliers regarding of invoice queries
· Setting up of new supplier accounts and maintaining existing account details
· Liaising with the Trustees regarding the payments, and agreeing a quarterly payment rota
· Monitoring the monthly progress for all Grants, including reconciliations and preparation of the monthly payments
· Assisting the Head of Finance with the preparation of the monthly management accounts, to include balance sheet reconciliations and journals and other related ad hoc tasks
We are a virtual organisation, and all work from our respective homes, however we meet up weekly on Teams, and meet up at least twice a year (in person) for our team events.
What skills we are looking for in a candidate:
· AAT qualified
· Proven experience as a Purchase Ledger Clerk or similar role
· High attention to detail and ability to work within strict deadlines
· High degree of accuracy and strong numeracy skills
· Excellent time management skills and self-motivated
· Demonstrate ability to manage several tasks at once
· Proactive communication and team-working skills
· Experience of using finance systems on a day to day basis (Xero or similar)
· Experience with all Microsoft applications and databases
What can we offer you:
· Excellent salary package
· Working from home with occasional need to travel to team meetings or other events
· Medical cover
· Life insurance
· Pension scheme
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
This role will support the development and implementation of research and communications initiatives on safeguarding in higher education in Africa as well as contribute to the development of Keeping Children Safe globally.
Location: Africa – remote
Salary /Grade: £30,000 per annum
Duration: 18 months with possibility of extension if funding allows.
Background
Keeping Children Safe sets International Child Safeguarding Standards to help organisations protect children from abuse in organisations across the world.
We are completely independent and guided by the best interests of the child principle in all that we do. We work with people who have been subjected to child abuse, researchers, practitioners, policymakers and leaders to defend children’s right to be safe in all organisations, no matter how big or powerful.
This newly created role will support the development and implementation of research and communications initiatives on safeguarding in higher education in Africa, as well as contribute to the development of Keeping Children Safe globally. The overall goal of this programme is that all children, young people, and youths and adults at risk – especially refugees, youths with disabilities and persons vulnerable to discrimination because of their gender – who encounter Higher Education Institutions are safe from harm.
Find out more at www.keepingchildrensafe.global
Main Duties:
Key Responsibilities will include:
· Supporting the development and implementation of research and communications initiatives on safeguarding in higher education in Africa.
· Supporting the development and implementation of events, tools, resources, educational materials and publications based on research.
· Undertaking any other reasonable duty and tasks that may from time-to-time be requested by the line manager consistent with the nature of the job and its level of responsibility.
Person Specification
Essential
Strong academic research, communication and presentation skills with experience of research projects related to safeguarding, including issues related to refugees, youths with disabilities and persons vulnerable to discrimination because of their gender.
· Experience and understanding of issues related to safeguarding in higher education in Francophone Africa.
· Professional level French and English.
· Skilled at identifying and mitigating risks.
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills including presentations, report writing and conducting evaluations.
· Evidence of Continued Professional Development relevant to the role purpose and level.
· Able and willing to travel.
Personal qualities:
· A proven commitment to safeguarding and human rights.
· A commitment to the vision, aims and approach of the organisation.
· A commitment to non-discrimination, respect and dignity for all.
· A team player, able to manage their own workload as well as, work with and support others and deliver to agreed standards and targets.
· An entrepreneurial, positive, solution-focused approach to work.
· Integrity with appropriate ethics and behaviours
Desirable
· Fluency in Spanish or Portuguese.
· Graphic design and video editing skills.
The Appointment
• The appointment will be full time
• The leave allowance is 25 working days per annum
• In view of the nature of the work involved, any offer of appointment will be conditional upon receipt of satisfactory references
and Disclosure and Barring Service/Police checks.
Applications
To apply for this post and to be considered for an interview please apply with your CV and a covering letter addressing each point in the person specification to Helen Carter.
Interviews will take place on a rolling basis. The position is open until filled.
Safeguarding statement
Keeping Children Safe has a zero-tolerance approach to any harm, exploitation or abuse of anyone including our staff and stakeholders. Safeguarding forms an intrinsic part of everything that we do. Recruitment to any jobs within KCS will include criminal record checks and the receipt of satisfactory references. Compliance with all our Child Safeguarding Policies and Procedures is mandatory.
Keeping Children Safe values diversity, promotes equality and challenges discrimination we welcome and actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and will select employees based upon their individual merits and abilities, irrespective of a person’s gender, sexual orientation, caring responsibilities, marital status, race, nationality, ethnic background, religion or belief, age or disability.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Would you like to help keep some of the world's most vulnerable children safe from exploitation and abuse? If so, consider joining Keeping Children Safe as our Africa Programme Safeguarding Adviser.
Keeping Children Safe sets International Child Safeguarding Standards to help organisations protect children from abuse in organisations across the world.
We are completely independent and guided by the best interests of the child principle in all that we do. We work with people who have been subjected to child abuse, researchers, practitioners, policymakers and leaders to defend children’s right to be safe in all organisations, no matter how big or powerful.
This newly created role in our Standards and Learning team will lead on the development and implementation of a new safeguarding programme in higher education institutions in Francophone Africa as well as contribute to the development of Keeping Children Safe globally. The overall goal of this programme is that all children, young people, and youths and adults at risk – especially refugees, youths with disabilities and persons vulnerable to discrimination because of their gender – who encounter Higher Education Institutions are safe from harm.
To apply for this post and to be considered for an interview please apply with your CV and a covering letter addressing each point in the person specification to Helen Carter. Interviews will take place on a rolling basis. The position is open until filled.
In view of the nature of the work involved, any offer of appointment will be conditional upon satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service or police and background checks.
KCS values diversity, promotes equality and challenges discrimination, we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and will select employees on their individual merits and abilities, irrespective of a person’s gender, sexual orientation, caring responsibilities, marital status, race, nationality, ethnic background, religion or belief, age or disability. KCS has a zero-tolerance policy to any form of harassment and abuse.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Would you like to help keep some of the world's most vulnerable children safe from exploitation and abuse? If so, consider joining Keeping Children Safe as our Africa Programme Manager
Keeping Children Safe set International Child Safeguarding Standards to help organisations protect children from abuse in organisations across the world.
We are completely independent and guided by the best interests of the child principle in all that we do. We work with people who have been subjected to child abuse, researchers, practitioners, policymakers and leaders to defend children’s right to be safe in all organisations, no matter how big or powerful.
This newly created role in our Standards and Learning team will lead on the development and implementation of a new safeguarding programme in higher education institutions in Francophone Africa as well as contribute to the development of Keeping Children Safe globally. The overall goal of this programme is that all children, young people, and youths and adults at risk – especially refugees, youths with disabilities and persons vulnerable to discrimination because of their gender – who encounter Higher Education Institutions are safe from harm.
To apply for this post and to be considered for an interview please apply with your CV and a covering letter addressing each point in the person specification to Helen Carter. Interviews will take place on a rolling basis. The position is open until filled.
In view of the nature of the work involved, any offer of appointment will be conditional upon satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service or police and background checks.
KCS values diversity, promotes equality and challenges discrimination, we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and will select employees on their individual merits and abilities, irrespective of a person’s gender, sexual orientation, caring responsibilities, marital status, race, nationality, ethnic background, religion or belief, age or disability. KCS has a zero-tolerance policy to any form of harassment and abuse.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Using Anonymous Recruitment
This organisation is using Anonymous Recruitment to reduce bias in the first stages of the hiring process. Our system keeps your personal information hidden until the recruiter contacts you.
**The successful candidate must have a right to work in the UK and plan to be based here.**
Rights & Security International (RSI) is seeking two paid interns to work in our Migration and Citizenship team for 9 months, 2 day per week.
The role can be fully remote, or hybrid if you live in London.
As an intern with us, you will have the opportunity to contribute to our human rights work in one or more of the following areas:
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Identifying and scoping new community-centred partnerships for RSI
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Monitoring the media to provide new data for RSI’s Global Repatriations Tracker
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Setting up and preparing for meetings with UK parliamentarians and other advocacy targets
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Managing the logistics of casework for a new Northern Ireland-based immigration advice service, and potentially doing first drafts of advice for people who need it
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Drafting policy position papers that summarise RSI’s stances on key issues
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Legal and/or policy research
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Occasional administrative work
Eligibility requirements
Mandatory:
· A completed undergraduate degree.
· Past study of, or experience working on, a relevant issue such as: human rights, racial justice, UK immigration/asylum or ending Islamophobia.
· Research experience, either qualitative or quantitative.
· Strong writing skills.
· The ability to work effectively and independently, including by meeting competing deadlines.
· A strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace.
· A strong commitment to working respectfully with colleagues as well as a broader range of partners.
Desirable, but not essential:
· A postgraduate qualification in a relevant field.
· Please tell us if you have previous experience working with an advice service or in community organising.
RSI strives to be diverse, equitable and inclusive. We treat all staff and interns like team members and encourage everyone to bring their full selves to work. We welcome applications from candidates from groups that have historically been underrepresented in the human rights, legal or policy fields, and/or who are from communities that have been directly impacted by the issues we address in our work. We also welcome applications from people who are re-entering the workforce after time away. All applications are considered on an equal-opportunity basis. Should you require reasonable assistance for the completion of your application, please contact us via the email address listed on our website.
We offer flexible working hours.
Please note that we are only able to respond with feedback to shortlisted candidates.
About us
Rights & Security International (RSI) stops human rights abuses committed in the name of national security. We challenge religious, racial and gender bias in national security policies and programmes, promote justice and transparency and ensure that voices of communities facing discrimination are heard.
By submitting your application, you consent to our processing and retention of your personal data to the extent, and for the time period, necessary to consider the application. We will keep your application on file for no more than six months.
Application Instructions
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