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Closing date: Wednesday 22nd January 2025 at 9am
Working arrangements: Remote working, permanent, regular or ad hoc (with frequent travel to London if not London-based) Please note that we also have approximately 3-4 team retreats per year which could be located anywhere nationally.
At this pivotal time for 38 Degrees, an exciting opportunity has arisen to manage our Public Affairs & Media offering. We’re looking for an effective communicator, who is great at collaborating and has a track record of delivering significant media and public affairs campaign results. You’ll bring to life and manage the implementation of 38 Degrees’ media and public affairs strategy, in service of 38 Degrees’ mission: to make our country fairer, more respectful and sustainable. As we adjust to a shift in our political environment, this brand new role will relentlessly and powerfully amplify 38 Degrees campaigns and the voices of our supporters to the general public, the media and decision makers in the UK.
You’ll manage our Public Affairs & Media team, including a new Public Affairs & Media officer role – working together, and with colleagues across the campaigns team and beyond, to execute our Public Affairs & Media strategy and deliver impressive results. Whilst this is a Manager role, it’s also a very hands on role – you’ll be as at home picking up the phone to regional TV to discuss local supporters whose experiences could make perfect case studies for the big story of the day, and helping those people tell their story, as you are meeting with MPs and their staff to use our Campaigns By You platform to run campaigns on local issues in their constituencies.
You’ll relish a newsroom atmosphere and will be happy that no two days at 38 Degrees are the same, as you focus on amplifying campaigns and making a difference which helps change lives, little by little.
Your background and experience
We’re looking for someone who can effectively grasp the 38 Degrees approach to public affairs, which combines pressure and persuasion – and who is confident in pursuing both. You will be able to show you can use both, in the right circumstances: from liaising with Metro Mayors on possible partnership campaigns, to commissioning and landing coverage of snap polling that demonstrates public opinion on government plans. The person recruited will need to be a brilliant communicator, and be passionate about opening up democracy and making political and corporate change accessible to all.
You’ll be a great fit for this role if you have excellent political and news judgement – you know what can make a story and what impact that story can have on decision makers.
You’ll be extremely comfortable speaking to politicians and their teams, along with journalists, other communications teams in partner organisations, and 38 Degrees supporters who act as case studies in our campaigns. You may already have extensive journalist or political networks and relationships, and you’ll have definitely had results. We’re looking for a person who knows the political and news agenda each day, and can help set it too.
You’ll be equipped with the skills to develop a new team, with the skills and experience to manage more junior members of staff, setting clear, inspiring and exciting shared goals.
To succeed in this role, you’ll need to be a positive, practical person adept at building cross-team relationships, bringing people with you to solve problems in a collaborative way.
We’re looking for someone who understands the need for us to demonstrate a strategic approach, balancing long term planning and objectives with agility and flexibility. And while you’ll have a strategy to work to, your priorities could change at a moment’s notice. If this sounds appealing, our fast-paced and exciting role could be for you.
Full job description here
About us
38 Degrees is one of the UK’s biggest campaigning communities, involving over a million supporters who campaign to make the UK a better place. We’re united by a shared vision to create a fairer and more respectful UK and a more sustainable world.
In the space of a week, millions of supporters could be campaigning on anything from protecting our NHS and stopping cuts to Universal Credit, to saving local green spaces and protecting our democracy.
38 Degrees is fiercely independent. We are primarily funded by small donations from hundreds of thousands of members of the public from all over the UK. This independence means we never have to hold ourselves back from taking on those with power and can truly listen to our supporters.
Why you’ll want to work here
The 38 Degrees culture is honest, kind, supportive, courageous, and respectful. We move fast, and frequently change plans to respond to events. We work hard but we also have fun.
We regularly enjoy team away days and social hours.
Benefits include:
27 days holiday per year (plus bank holidays); Office closure between Christmas and New year; 9-day fortnight (office closed every other Friday); 4pm closure on the alternate Friday; Flexibility to work 90 days overseas per tax year (30 day maximum per travel in any location as per approval process); One month paid sabbatical leave after 5 years of service; Employer pension contribution; 24 hour employee assistance programme; Enhanced family leave policies; Cycle to work scheme; Employer paid annual flu vaccination; Rental deposit loan; Contribution to eye tests/glasses; Learning and development budget.
Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
We’re especially keen to hear from people who’ll bring lived experience of the issues we work on and who’ll make our team more diverse as a result. So if you’re Black, Asian or from any other minority ethnic group, if you’re disabled, LGBTQIA+, or if you’re from a working class home, your application will be especially welcome. And thanks to our flexible home working approach and network of offices, we have a staff team that is increasingly based across the UK. We’re keen to continue diversifying geographically, so that we’re rooted in our supporters’ communities.
To make sure that we are able to reach our goal of a diverse team we have equal opportunities monitoring requirements. Your application will not be complete without the equal opportunities monitoring form.
38 Degrees is committed to inclusive working practices, so during the application process we commit to:
- Paying for childcare whilst you’re at 38 Degrees interviews or tasks
- Paying for your travel costs to the office and back – and for overnight accommodation if you’re travelling from a long distance for an interview although at present the majority of interviews are held online using zoom.
- Making any reasonable adjustments – for example ensuring we have a BSL interpreters organised in advance if you’d need one
- If there anything else you’re concerned about or think we could provide, please let us know.
To be successful in your application you must meet the essential requirements for this role and answer the questions below which are part of the selection criteria. Without completion of this task your application cannot be considered.
The successful candidate must have the right to work in the UK at the time of appointment.
Application Questions (max. word count: 2000 words across all questions)
- Tell us a campaign you have been part of developing a media or public affairs strategy for, including what you were trying to achieve, how you brought team members together to action the plan, and what results you achieved.
- What challenges and opportunities do you think the recent change in government might have presented to 38 Degrees in the context of our public affairs and media work?
- 38 Degrees is a digital first, people-powered campaigning organisation where millions of people do something small to add up to bigger political and corporate change. How do you think we can most effectively use our supporters in our media and public affairs work, to win campaigns that align with our vision for the country?
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Salary: £16,562.39 per annum (£16,112.39 per annum salary + £450 per annum Homeworking Allowance)
Hours & Contract: 21 hours per week (3 days over the working week including evenings and occasional weekends) - Permanent Role
Location: Homebased in the North West including Merseyside and Greater Manchester
As a ‘not for profit’ organisation, TACT puts the needs of our children and carers first and look to appoint individuals who are as passionate about fostering as we are. We are a homeworking organisation, and we pride ourselves on our flexible working opportunities, available from day one, an extensive wellbeing programme and our benefits package, all curated to nurture a healthy work life balance for all our employees so they can give an excellent service to our carers and the young people and children we care for.
As a foster care charity, TACT invests all surplus income into services, staff, carers, and child development. This means that we have been able to invest unique projects like TACT Connect, our unique and ground-breaking scheme for TACT care experienced young people and adults, as well as our expanding TACT Education Service and our new Health Service. All our activities are built on our commitment to becoming a fully trauma informed organisation, in line with our key values and ethos.
TACT achieved 16th place in the UK Best Companies Work For survey results in 2023, with 91% of employees acknowledging that the organisation is run on strong values and principles and 94% stating they feel proud to work for this organisation.
If you want to be valued as a professional, be appreciated at work and contribute to better outcomes for the children and young people connected with TACT, apply now.
The Engagement and Activity Practitioner (EAP) will work closely with the children and young people in the care of TACT foster carers across the North West. The Engagement and Activity Practitioner will facilitate opportunities for participation by organising, and, attending, events and trips that are in line with the children’s interests, developmental stages, and abilities, inclusive of children with additional needs. The Engagement and Activity Practitioner will continue the development of the children’s buddying club, for children to meet on a regular basis and share their views, ideas, and interests for TACT as an organisation to meet their needs.
Overall Duties of the Engagement Activity Practitioner will include:
- Being an accessible point of contact for the children living with our carers and to our young people, keeping them up to date with the facilities and opportunities available with TACT
- Supporting interventions and activities to ensure stable placement arrangements
- Being able to transport children and young people to events, appointments and meetings (mileage reimbursed)
- Organising and participating in virtual and face-to-face events and occasional residential meet-ups
- Managing all paperwork associated with events and activities
- Willingness to work flexibly, according to deadlines and needs of our families
- Undertaking trauma-informed direct work with children and young people
The main role requirements for this role include:
- A formal qualification in working with children and young people
- Experience in a paid or voluntary capacity of participation, advocacy or direct work with young people
- A good working knowledge of relevant legislation, regulation and statutory guidance
- Good understanding of child development
- Understanding the care experience for Children & Young People
- Can establish constructive and effective working relationships with other colleagues, agencies and partners
- Understands inter and multi-agency working
- Can relate well to young people
The successful candidate will be required to attend regular face-to-face meetings in the Liverpool area and attend other face-to-face meetings such as training and team wellbeing events as well as meeting with children and young people in person. The EAP is required to be available to transport and attend at least two residentials per year within the UK.
The candidate is expected to have access to their own vehicle for transportation and have the flexibility to work during busy times, which include, after school, school holidays and occasional weekends.
TACT offer an excellent employee benefits package including:
- 31 days paid holiday plus bank holidays.
- Flexible working arrangements (including compressed hours, flexibility around core hours, volunteer days policy).
- Family friendly policies.
- Homeworking ‘bundle’ including annual allowance, IT equipment and a loan for home office set up.
- Perkbox – retail discount scheme.
- Stakeholder pension scheme (salary sacrifice).
- Fantastic learning and development opportunities.
- Employee Assistance Programme (including CBT counselling, remote GP appointments, physiotherapy, mental health support and second opinions).
- TACT is a home based workforce. We recognise the benefits that flexible home working creates for both the employer and the employee.
As a remote working organisation, we are committed to working with our staff to enable consistent inclusion and engagement across the organisation to ensure the optimum standards of service for our carers and children.
An Enhanced DBS for this role and will be processed by TACT on your behalf.
Closing Date: Sunday 2nd February 2025
Interview Date: Thursday 13th February 2025 (via Microsoft Teams)
Safeguarding is everyone’s business and TACT believes that only the people with the right skills and values should work in social work. As part of TACT’s commitment to safeguarding, we properly examine the skills, experience, qualifications, and values of potential staff in relation to our work with vulnerable young children. We use rigorous and consistent recruitment approaches to help safeguard TACT’s young people. All our staff are expected to work in line with TACT’s safeguarding policies.
We reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than advertised if the volume of applications is excessive, you are therefore advised to apply at your earliest convenience.
TACT does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies, nor the fees associated with them.
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Are you passionate about empowering communities to support those who are bereaved? Do you thrive on delivering impactful projects that make a real difference? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you.
Prospectus is delighted to be supporting our client as they look to bring in a Part Time Project Manager on to the delivery of Phase 2 of the ‘Connecting Communities’ project. This position is home based (with travel around once a month) and offered on a 6-month, 21-hour contract
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Project Manager to lead the final delivery phase of ‘Connecting Communities’ Phase 2 Project. Building on the success of Phase 1, this role focuses on rolling out a community-based bereavement toolkit and training across 12 geographical clusters, alongside developing resources and supporting a network of Community Grief Champions.
This is a key role in achieving a national reach across England, Scotland, and Wales, with the aim of empowering communities to support bereaved individuals effectively.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the rollout of the Compassionate Bereavement Communities model.
- Deliver high-quality training and resources to support local communities.
- Lead and support Community Grief Champions in developing tailored community-based interventions.
- Coordinate stakeholders, including local groups, regional partners, and national funders.
- Manage project timelines, budgets, and evaluation activities, ensuring key outcomes are achieved.
What We’re Looking For
- Proven experience in community-based project management, ideally on a national scale.
- Strong leadership and coordination skills with experience managing volunteers.
- Knowledge of bereavement issues and the Compassionate Communities framework.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and IT skills.
- A resilient, empathetic, and adaptable individual who thrives under pressure.
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This is a great time to join GamCare as we are growing the reach of our services.
We are recruiting a Team Leader for our South East regional service that supports people affected by gambling.
This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who is passionate about leading and supporting staff and enjoys both operational planning and the delivery of services, alongside developing and innovating to ensure continuous improvement and learning.
About Us
Founded in 1997, GamCare is the leading provider of information, advice and support for anyone affected by gambling. We operate the National Gambling Helpline, provide direct support for anyone who is affected by gambling, create awareness about safer gambling and support pathways, and encourage an effective approach to safer gambling within the gambling industry.
The role
The Team Leader is responsible for supporting the delivery of an effective and responsive service across the South East region.
Key responsibilities include
- Providing day to day support to a team of Gambling Support Practitioners to ensure safe and effective interventions in supporting those affected by gambling
- Managing practitioners for their performance improvement and professional development
- Assisting the Service Manager with strategic decision making based on operational understanding of service development needs
- Using service data to monitor, improve and develop the service
- Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to enhance and improve service delivery
Due to the requirement for face to face contact work across the South East region it is crucial that you live within the South East region.
About you
You will have strong leadership and people management abilities and be someone who takes pleasure from being a compassionate leader and supporting individuals in their professional development, alongside setting and managing high standards for the quality of the service provided.
You will have a keen determination to grow, develop and continually improve the service for those in need of our support, bringing the team with you to harness the collective strengths and talents of individuals.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to build and maintain relationships to develop the reach and impact of the service are essential.
Benefits You Can Enjoy
- 33 days basic annual leave entitlement per annum (pro-rated for part-time colleagues) including bank holidays which increases with service
- A generous pension scheme - we contribute 6% and you contribute 2%.
- Discretionary company sick pay from day one of service.
- Employee assistance programme – 24-hour support
For further details and to apply please click the apply button.
Closing date for applications: 17th January 2025.
Appointment is subject to a DBS check
GamCare are committed to offering the best support to people affected by gambling harms, as such we welcome applications from candidates with lived experience.
GamCare is an equal opportunities employer and don’t discriminate based on race, religion, gender, age, sexuality, gender identification, or physical ability. We are only able to facilitate visa sponsorship in very limited circumstances, so candidates outside of the UK or who don’t have the right to work in the UK need not apply.
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Here are five reasons why you should join Ambition Institute’s 12-month teacher training programme:
Learn with England’s largest professional development provider
We are England’s largest professional development provider for teachers and school leaders. In 2023/24 1 in 9 teachers and leaders in state-funded schools currently developing professionally with Ambition. When your programme is complete, you also have the option to progress your career further and move on to our two-year training for Early Career Teachers, which will help you develop your expertise.
Train in school: You’ll do most of your training in one school. This gives you immediate opportunities to put the theory you’ve learned into practice in a classroom, supported by teaching experts.
Be guided by a mentor: To ensure you’re supported throughout your training; we match you with an experienced teacher who will guide you every step of the way.
Benefit from blended learning: You’ll get the high-quality academic training you'd expect to get from a university combined with immersive, classroom learning.
Become a qualified teacher. After successfully completing the programme, you’ll achieve qualified teacher status (QTS), and a postgraduate certificate in education (PGCE) enabling you to start your career in teaching straight away.
Eligibility:
To be eligible, you will need:
· An undergraduate bachelor's degree with honours, generally 2:2 or above, or equivalent.
· A GSCE grade 4/C or above in English and maths, or equivalent.
· Primary school trainees will need a GSCE grade 4/C or above in science, or equivalent
· By the start of the training, successful candidates must have permission to work in the UK full-time for the duration of the programme.
Locations available for our training currently include:
North East England, North West England, South East England, South West England, Midlands, East of England and London. Use our map tool to filter to a location that suits you.
Salary:
We offer ways to complete teacher training while also receiving a salary. There will be a limit on how many salaried places are available. Click the ‘Apply Now’ button and you will be taken to our partner tool, allowing you to read more about each of our school partners who will be delivering our teacher training, including those offering salaried places on the programme.
Funding:
If you do not choose a salaried teacher training course, and depending on your subject choice you may be eligible to receive funding through a bursary or a scholarship up to £31,000 which you do not have to pay back. You can learn more about all the teacher training funding options via our ‘funding’ tab here Initial Teacher Training Programme: Train to Teach | Ambition Institute.
Option of part-time training:
A part-time option is also available over two years, but not all our school partners offer this option. Again, please click the ‘Apply Now’ button to see which of our partners are providing this.
Application Process
- Application: The first step when applying is to select which of our partners you want to train with. You can do this by clicking the ‘Apply’ button and navigating to our partner map tool to choose your preferred school partner in the region suited to you. You will then be able to register with this partner and complete our short application form. Alternatively, you can follow the same link and just register your interest in our programme for now and we’ll be in touch with more details.
- Interview: Our friendly team at Ambition Institute will assess your application and if you are eligible, will pass your application to your preferred school partner. You will then be invited to attend an interview. The interview will involve five questions and one task.
- Offer: If you are successful at the assessment stage you will be provided with a conditional offer. Please note the conditions of the offer are dependent on you completing the relevant pre-programme checks.
About Ambition
A great teacher changes the future every day. They can be the critical factor in a child’s success, especially for those who have had a tough start in life. At Ambition Institute, we support teachers and school leaders at every stage of their careers, helping them to keep getting better. We are a charity providing training and professional development based on the most rigorous research and evidence about what really works. Together, we’re shaping the future of education to give every child the best start in life.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Interviews: 29th January
Please note, this role requires you to be based within either East of England, East Midlands, Yorkshire, or Lincolnshire. As this is an essential requirement, we will not interview candidates who are based outside of this area.
Are you looking for a role where your media and communications skills can help to make a positive difference?
Do you want to inspire and help people through powerful storytelling across regional media, amplifying the voices and experiences of people living with dementia to bring about change?
If yes, we’d love to tell you more!
Alzheimer’s Society is seeking an experienced, proactive, and determined individual with a background in PR (in house or agency) or journalism, who has a strong news sense and proven track record.
With an excellent understanding of regional media, and living within the East of England, East Midlands, Yorkshire, or Lincolnshire as a requirement of this role, you will join a friendly and busy team, working remotely, who support each other to overcome any challenges, achieve results and celebrate success.
This is a vital and rewarding role that offers you opportunities to be creative, lead on the design and delivery of campaigns and be recognised as a trusted expert in regional PR.
About You
- You will be providing a platform for people affected by dementia to be heard – through engaging media campaigns, sourcing interviews and working with journalists on stories that really matter.
- You will be making a real difference by raising awareness. Whether it’s boosting fundraising totals or sign up to events or supporting someone to share their experience so other people living by dementia know they are not alone, and that help is available.
- You have the opportunity and time to develop ideas when leading on key projects and campaigns throughout the year, working in collaboration with other teams across the organisation.
- Enhance your skills in multimedia by creating your own videos and photos, with equipment provided, to build packages of engaging content for regional media.
- Use your expert knowledge and skills to advise on media relations and reputation management and help train and develop spokespeople.
- You will work on varied and interesting campaigns including fundraising, research and influencing and dementia support services – enhancing your own knowledge and expertise.
· It’s a rewarding role both professionally and personally with a company health scheme, generous annual leave allowance and pension scheme, wellbeing programmes and flexibility to work from home within the East of England, East Midlands, Yorkshire, or Lincolnshire.
About Alzheimer's Society
Dementia is the biggest health and social challenge of our time.
There are currently estimated to be 900,000 people in the UK with dementia. Many are undiagnosed and facing the realities of their condition alone.
At Alzheimer’s Society we’re working towards a world where dementia no longer devastates lives. We do this by giving help to those living with dementia today and providing hope for the future. We’re here for everyone living with dementia.
As a Society, we are made up of people with dementia, carers, trusted experts, campaigners, researchers and clinicians. We are the UK’s largest collective force of people with unparalleled knowledge and over 40 years of experience addressing the biggest challenges facing people living with dementia.
Our Values
We are Determined to make a difference when and where it matters most, by being passionate, focussed and making a lasting impact for people affected by dementia.
Every one of us is a Trusted expert, listening, learning and using evidence and experience. We are Better together by being open, combining our strengths, helping us to achieve more together. We are Compassionate, we are kind and honest, and we don’t shy away from challenges.
Through our values we will make the greatest difference for people affected by dementia.
Equal Opportunities
We want everyone we work with, as a colleague, volunteer, supporter, or someone we support, to feel included and that they belong at Alzheimer's Society.
We are committed to building a diverse organisation that represents the communities we serve and ensuring inclusion in everything we do. During your recruitment process we want to make sure that you bring your whole self and be at your best.
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Partnership Development Lead
Partners for a New Economy (P4NE)
Home-based role and flexible on location
Salary of c. £50,000 pa, and we are open to this being filled on an employment or consultancy basis.
Do you want to help shape a sustainable future for people and our planet by driving real, systemic change? If so, an opportunity has arisen to join Partners for a New Economy (P4NE) as our Partnership Development Lead and play a pivotal role in transforming the economy so it serves people and nature.
Partners for a New Economy is an international philanthropic fund focused on transforming our economy for nature and all people to flourish. We were founded in 2015 by, a group of environmental funders who wanted to challenge and fix the root causes of environmental degradation that lie within our economic system. Since then, we have worked globally with innovative thinkers, organisations, and movements to reimagine and redesign economic systems to create a paradigm shift. Our grant-making has a strong nature lens, nurturing new economic ideas and building power for transformative, systemic change.
As the Partnership Development Lead, you will be instrumental in driving efforts to expand our network of funders and partners, and help to double our income and enable our grantees to achieve much, much more. A commitment to our cause will drive you, as you proactively research and identify potential Funder Partners, and work with the team to design and deliver engagement and cultivation strategies to secure their support. It will therefore be important that you are a self-starter with a collaborative and entrepreneurial spirit, and you bring a track record in securing philanthropic income, ideally at the 6-figure level or more. Your strong relationship building skills and can-do attitude will underpin your success in our small and resourceful team. It will also be important for you to be able to work in the detail without losing sight of the bigger ambition, and be comfortable with navigating new or ambiguous areas with a solutions-orientated mindset.
Although location is flexible, availability during European working hours is essential, as other staff are based in London, Copenhagen and Geneva.
If this sounds like the sort of environment and opportunity you are looking for in your career, we would like to hear from you. Please contact our recruitment partners at Richmond Associates on +44 (0)20 3617 9240 or visit their website to download an information pack on this opportunity.
Closing date for applications: 9AM on Tuesday, 28 January 2025
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If you want to tackle the biggest health and social care challenge facing the country then this is the role for you!
Dementia has a devastating impact on individuals, their families and society, at a cost of £42bn a year. Through our policy work, we are going to change that. As the UK’s largest dementia charity, the Alzheimer’s Society has thrown its weight behind achieving the better diagnosis, social care and treatment that people living with dementia urgently need.
In this role, you’ll work on evidence-based, collaborative, engaging and innovative policymaking across our Evidence, Policy & Influencing team. You’ll play a key part in determining what Alzheimer’s Society thinks about the big issues affecting people living with dementia today and help to drive major, impactful system and policy change across England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
As Policy Officer, you’ll support Policy Managers to implement policy development strategies and be an expert policy advisor to colleagues across the Society. You’ll also help to build compelling arguments to convince decision-makers of the need for action on dementia, empowered by robust evidence and collaborative relationships with key stakeholders.
Alzheimer's Society has recently been named on the Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2023! We have achieved excellent scores for workplace happiness, pride, and job satisfaction. This is a fantastic achievement and we're incredibly proud as this is a great indication of how far we’ve travelled over the past few years. We would love to welcome more outstanding people to join our exciting journey to make the greatest difference for people affected by dementia.
This is a homeworking role, but you may be required to travel to attend meetings, events and team-days, so you must reside in the UK, have the correct right to work documents to work in the UK and be comfortable/willing to travel to our offices (London or Birmingham) if/when required. Hybrid working is also available.
About you
- You will be someone with a sound knowledge of the health and care policy landscape across the UK, and ready to challenge the status quo.
- You’ll be able to proactively identify the action needed to affect policy change in dementia at national and local levels across England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
- You will be looking to hone your influencing skills in many different environments and within different systems, whilst engaging with stakeholders of varying levels of seniority.
- You will show excellent attention to detail, and enjoy producing and presenting high quality, innovative content including briefings, presentations and consultation responses.
- You will be a team player and ready to build consistency and understanding around our policymaking, while working on shared influencing priorities alongside others in the Evidence, Policy and Influencing team.
Person specification:
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Able to work collaboratively and prioritise workload effectively, remaining solution focussed throughout your areas of work.
- Strong interpersonal and interpretation skills which will allow you to have open and accessible conversations.
- Excellent organisational and timekeeping skills.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- A team player, supporting colleagues when there are deadlines and asking for help when needed.
- A self-starter and incredibly motivated.
About Alzheimer's Society
Dementia is the biggest health and social challenge of our time.
There are currently estimated to be 900,000 people in the UK with dementia. Many are undiagnosed and facing the realities of their condition alone.
At Alzheimer’s Society we’re working towards a world where dementia no longer devastates lives. We do this by giving help to those living with dementia today and providing hope for the future. We’re here for everyone living with dementia.
As a Society, we are made up of people with dementia, carers, trusted experts, campaigners, researchers and clinicians. We are the UK’s largest collective force of people with unparalleled knowledge and over 40 years of experience addressing the biggest challenges facing people living with dementia.
Our Values
We are Determined to make a difference when and where it matters most, by being passionate, focussed and making a lasting impact for people affected by dementia.
Every one of us is a Trusted expert, listening, learning and using evidence and experience. We are Better together by being open, combining our strengths, helping us to achieve more together. We are Compassionate, we are kind and honest, and we don’t shy away from challenges.
Through our values we will make the greatest difference for people affected by dementia.
Equal Opportunities
We want everyone we work with, as a colleague, volunteer, supporter, or someone we support, to feel included and that they belong at Alzheimer's Society.
We are committed to building a diverse organisation that represents the communities we serve and ensuring inclusion in everything we do. During your recruitment process we want to make sure that you bring your whole self and be at your best.
Thank you!
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The vision of Wild Impact (registered as Africa Foundation) is a future where the communities we partner with are (i) actively advocating for, and supporting, the restoration and conservation of the wild landscapes and seascapes we’re working in; and (ii) deriving meaningful socio-economic benefit from these areas.
Wild Impact currently works in 11 landscapes and seascapes situated in South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Mozambique, Tanzania and Kenya, and are expanding to work in additional landscapes and seascapes in Africa, South Asia and South America. It works in close collaboration with &Beyond, with a shared Impact Vision guiding and shaping the development and implementation of all projects.
The Wild Impact Theory of Change is structured around 4 focal areas:
- CONSERVING ECOSYSTEMS - supporting improved conservation of the natural ecosystems and biodiversity associated with these landscapes and seascapes
- FUTURE FOUNDATIONS – supporting improved access to primary health care and early-childhood, primary and secondary education in the communities that are the custodians of these landscapes and seascapes.
- TOMORROW’S LEADERS - supporting improved tertiary-education level skills and environmental education in the communities that are the custodians of these landscapes and seascapes.
- THRIVING COMMUNITIES - supporting improved climate change resilience, enterprise capacity, youth employment and sustainable tourism activity in the communities that are the custodians of these landscapes and seascapes.
To support the growth in Wild Impact’s conservation and sustainable development impact, it is recruiting a UK based Senior Partnerships Manager, who will be responsible for developing and implementating a UK and W. Europe focused fundraising drive. Expectation is that the successful individual will be able to increase our existing annual fundraising level of ~$750,000 by an additional ~$ 750,000 by 2026, and thereafter increase their personal fundraising contribution by at least 20% per annum.
The successful applicant will report jointly to the Wild Impact South Africa CEO and the Trustees of Africa Foundation (UK) and work closely with the worldwide Wild Impact Fundraising and Partnerships team.
KEY OUTPUTS:
Development and management of a UK and W. Europe based fundraising and partnerships strategy that will enable the implementation of the shared Wild Impact and &Beyond Impact strategy, including:
o The drafting and submission of all project profiles and grant applications.
o Development and dissemination of all donor and partner communications.
o The delivery and progressive improvement of all donor and partner reports.
o Actively engaging with all donors and partners, which will include significant regional and international travelling.
o Representing Wild Impact at Fundraising events and relevant conferences and workshops focused on Conservation and Rural Community Development.
SKILLS REQUIRED
- Minimum of a Graduate degree.
- Good understanding of biodiversity conservation, climate resilience and sustainable rural development.
- Proven experience in developing, leading and nurturing fundraising strategies, including individual, corporate, government, bilateral agency and foundation partnerships.
- Proven ability to establish and nurture Impact partnerships.
- Excellent communication, Information Technology, and financial management skills.
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
- Diligence, tenacity, self-motivated, ability to influence, disciplined.
- Strong knowledge of project implementation, data management, analysis and reporting.
- Fluent in English with excellent written, digital, and visual communication skills.
- Experience in conservation, climate resilience and / or sustainable development fund raising in Africa. Additional experience in Asia and South America would be beneficial.
- Passion for working in a not-for-profit environment.
Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.
We reserve the right to not make an appointment.
Initial interviews with UK board members will be in UK. both in person and online. Candidates should preferably live in the Home Counties but not a rule breaker. Employment will be in Wild Impact UK but reporting to CEO Andrew Ventner in Johannesburg our HQ
Registered Charity
51 - 100
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
At Help for Heroes, we believe those who serve our country deserve support when they are wounded. Every day, men and women have to leave their career in the Armed Forces as a result of physical or psychological wounds; their lives changed forever. We help them, and those still serving, to recover and get on with their lives.
And who are we you’re wondering? We are experts and beginners. Generalists and specialists. Ordinary people with an extraordinary passion towards making a positive change to the lives of our veterans (and having fun while doing it).
As One Team we share a philosophy – I.C.A.R.E. It’s the way we walk and talk, the way we interact with others and how we approach everything we do. We are:
Innovative – Collaborative – Authentic – Resourceful – Energetic.
We have an incredible opportunity for a Senior Legacy & In Memory Manager to join our team.
Please see below for more information on what just might be your future role.
About You
Do you have a passion for legacy and in memory giving? Do you have knowledge of legacy administration and have team management experience too? If so, this may just the job for you!
About the Role
Contributing over 50% of the organisation’s fundraised income, this role is crucial for Help for Heroes. Working with your team, you’ll be responsible for the organisation’s legacy marketing strategy and administration, as well as the in memory giving strategy, maximising both income sources so that we can deliver more services to veterans. You will be able to make a significant impact and will use your expertise to drive forward the programmes. There’s lots of scope and potential for someone to make a real difference and achieve considerable success!
About the Team
The post holder will be working as part of the Individual Giving team in the Commercial Directorate which includes Supporter Care, Individual Giving and Legacy & In Memory. Across all our relationships, we build trust and engagement with our supporters and with each other. The quality of how we deliver our objectives is just as important as the end results. We are known for our expertise, supporter focus and collaboration. We’re friendly, supportive and like to get things done!
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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!
About Design for Good
Design for Good (DfG) builds, trains and focuses a passionate global creative community to design direct and lasting impact for the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals. On a breadth and scale only possible through cross-company collaboration.
Your Role
We are seeking a Senior Communications & PR Leader to drive impactful internal and external communications and strengthen our global network. You will be responsible for developing and executing a dynamic communications strategy while building strong relationships with media partners to raise awareness of our global alliance and its achievements. This is a hands-on role ideal for a candidate who excels at strategic thinking but is also comfortable with content creation using own copywriting and visual skills, as well as guiding other content creators from volunteering partners.
We are looking for someone who shares the DfG mission, has a passion for storytelling, and excels at strategising and delivering innovative communication and PR initiatives. Additionally, the ideal candidate will also possess exceptional communication skills to engage effectively within our global network, connecting diverse audiences and their communication departments. The Communication & PR leader will collaborate with programme staff, and senior management to deliver compelling content across various platforms, including digital marketing, press, branding and storytelling initiatives. The working environment is informal, team-oriented, and encourages individual input and development. Thereby supporting the execution of DfG’s impact-driven program to improve life through design. This position reports to the Managing Director of Design for Good.
Key Responsibilities:
- Communication Strategy: Develop and implement a communications strategy to elevate DfG’s global visibility and impact.
- Public Relations & Branding: Build and strengthen relationships with press contacts, and public relations partners to expand DfG’s reach. Enhance and promote our brand to ensure consistent messaging and representation.
- Content Development: Lead and create content for various channels, including the website, social media, events, annual reviews, and press releases
- Content Execution: Plan, coordinate, and deliver communication activities in partnership with alliance communication leads and external partners.
Key Requirements:
- Passion for DfG's mission to improve life through design
- Senior-level experience in communications, and public relations ideally in an NGO, charity or mission-driven organisation.
- Strong public relations network and a proven track record of securing media coverage for a global organisation.
- Exceptional communication skills in English, with strong storytelling abilities (additional languages are a plus).
- Ability to work independently while motivating and collaborating with colleagues and partners globally.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to meet deadlines.
- Comfortable working remotely with international teams across different time zones.
Preferred Skills and qualifications
- Proven experience building and managing relationships with media, partners, and stakeholders (foundation is a plus)
- Experience in sectors related to international culture, design, creativity, or sustainability.
- Familiarity with diverse media channels and target audiences
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, PR, Marketing, or a related field.
Compensation
Salary payment is dependent on skill set, experience and education.
Responses to applications
Replies will be sent during January 2025.
Non Charity Employer
6 - 10
Design for Good builds, trains and focuses a passionate global creative community to design direct and lasting impact for the United Nations’ SDGs.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Are you a highly experienced senior HR leader who has extensive experience of managing HR projects? Then join Shelter as an Interim Assistant Director - HR Projects and join our fight for home.
About the Job
As our Interim Assistant Director of HR Projects, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Shelter by delivering strategic HR solutions that drive transformation and operational excellence. Reporting to the Director of Strategy Enablement, you will work closely with the Executive Leadership Team and the Assistant Director of HR Delivery to address organisational priorities and lead on high-impact initiatives.
With a focus on advancing fairness, inclusion, and effectiveness, you’ll manage complex projects, navigate trade union relationships, and mitigate risks while contributing to the ongoing enhancement of our HR services.
About You
You will be a seasoned HR professional with a proven track record of driving strategic change and delivering people-centred solutions in complex environments. Highly skilled in employment law, trade union negotiations, and employee relations, you have a deep understanding of the third sector and a passion for fostering inclusive and effective practices.
Adept at managing sensitive projects and engaging with senior stakeholders, you bring exceptional problem-solving abilities, strategic thinking, and a collaborative approach to everything you do. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact and share Shelter’s vision of combating social injustice, we want to hear from you.
Benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits, including 30 days of annual leave (pro rata), enhanced family friendly policies, pension and interest free travel loans. Our employees also have access to a tenancy deposit loan, payroll giving, cycle to work scheme and an employee assistance programme.
Shelter helps millions of people every year struggling with bad housing or homelessness through our advice, support and legal services. And we campaign to make sure that, one day, no one will have to turn to us for help. We’re here so no one has to fight bad housing or homelessness on their own.
To find out more about the role and the benefits of working for Shelter please visit our website. Apply to be part of our team and be the change you want to see in society.
About the team
The Strategy Enablement directorate brings together our core support functions of HR Delivery, Finance, Tech & Data, Governance, Planning and Property. Led by the Director of Strategy Enablement and four Assistant Directors.
We do not see our support functions as merely transactional, but we are both enablers and keepers of Shelter’s strategic objectives. Striving to be a centre of excellence we work with colleagues to ensure organisational objectives are clear and strategically aligned, whilst supporting with the removal of any internal obstacles that emerge on the way.
About Shelter
A home is a fundamental human need, as essential as education or healthcare. Yet millions of people across Britain struggle on a daily basis with homelessness, bad housing conditions, soaring rents, discrimination and the threat of eviction. So, we are striving for change, with individuals, in communities, across society, and leading the way to a safe home. We need ambitious, best-in-class individuals who are passionate about our cause to join us at this exciting time. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve.
At Shelter we are united by our purpose to defend the right to a safe home. Our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. We believe that to win that fight, we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement for change. In all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, fair, equitable and transparent.
We are committed to combatting racism both within and outside Shelter and welcome you on our journey to becoming a truly anti-racist organisation.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Job Title: Director of Finance
Location: Remote, with visits require to Horsham, West Sussex
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
About Roffey Park Institute
Roffey Park Institute is a pioneer in leadership and organisational development, with over 70 years of experience empowering individuals and organisations to reach their potential. Known for its innovative approach and deep expertise, Roffey Park is now seeking an exceptional Director of Finance to join its leadership team and play a crucial role in shaping the future of the Institute.
The Role
The Director of Finance will be a key strategic leader within Roffey Park, responsible for overseeing and managing the financial operations of the Institute. Reporting to the CEO, the Director will have the opportunity to influence major financial decisions, ensuring the organisation’s long-term sustainability, compliance, and success. The Director will work closely with the senior management team and the Board of Trustees to provide strategic guidance, turning financial insights into actionable plans that drive growth and innovation.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead Financial Strategy: Develop and execute financial strategies that align with Roffey Park’s vision and ambitious goals, ensuring sustainable growth and financial stability.
- Oversee Financial Planning & Reporting: Manage the budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting process, ensuring Roffey Park’s financial health remains strong and compliant with all regulations.
- Ensure Financial Excellence & Compliance: Lead the implementation of effective financial controls, audit processes, and ensure adherence to financial regulations and best practices.
- Inspire and Lead the Finance Team: Lead and mentor a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Who They’re Looking For
Roffey Park is looking for an experienced and forward-thinking finance professional to join their leadership team. The ideal candidate will bring:
- A degree in finance/accounting and a professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, ACA).
- 10+ years of senior finance experience, with expertise in both the charity and commercial sectors.
- Proven leadership experience, with a track record of driving transformation and managing financial functions through digital change.
- Deep knowledge of UK financial regulations, budgeting, financial reporting, and compliance.
- Exceptional analytical skills and the ability to turn complex financial data into strategic insights.
- Proficiency in financial systems (e.g., SAGE, MS Excel) and a passion for embracing digital solutions.
Why Roffey Park?
This is an exciting opportunity to join a respected and forward-thinking organisation at a time of growth and transformation. By joining Roffey Park, the successful candidate will:
- Play a pivotal role in shaping the future of a leading organisation in leadership development.
- Work in a dynamic, innovative environment where new ideas and continuous improvement are valued.
- Lead and inspire a talented finance team, contributing to their growth and success.
- Be part of an organization that makes a real impact, empowering leaders across industries.
- Remote working is available along with great benefits.
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Director of Programmes
Salary – Highly competitive salary
Location – Hybrid working, split between the Foundation’s office in London and home.
Are you ready to make a significant impact in the world of sport and community development? Do you have the strategic vision and leadership skills to shape and deliver transformational programmes that leave a lasting legacy? If so, we’d love to hear from you!
About the Football Foundation
We’re the Football Foundation – the Premier League, The FA and Government's charity that helps communities improve their local football facilities through football grants. This means better games and more players - helping transform communities where demand is greatest, and impact will be strongest. We have ambitious plans and with the support from our funding partners, the Football Foundation is well-supported to continue to invest in community pitches and facilities across the nation.
The role
The Director of Programmes will play a pivotal role in the strategic leadership and management of our Programmes Directorate. Reporting to the Chief Executive and working closely with the Board of Trustees, you will help shape the strategic direction of our key programmes and new business opportunities, driving meaningful progress and measurable results.
As a member of our Senior Management Team (SMT), you will support the CEO in steering the organisation towards continuous improvement and success, serving as a trusted adviser to the Foundation Group Board and Panels, and contributing to the Foundation’s overall strategic vision.
What are we looking for?
We’re looking for a dynamic and visionary leader with a deep understanding of sport, community projects, government strategies, and funding opportunities, underpinned by expertise in participatory sports development. You will bring extensive leadership experience, demonstrating a proven ability to manage performance, balance workloads, and foster positive, supportive team environments. Your skill in navigating multi-stakeholder environments will be essential, ensuring objectives are met, expectations are managed, and performance insights are communicated clearly and effectively.
With a track record of driving key strategies, leading impactful projects, and optimising resources for success, you will translate our organisational strategy into ambitious programmes that inspire partner collaboration and deliver tangible results. You will oversee the management and delivery of our core strategic initiatives, including grass pitches, multisport advisory services, and multi-pitch hubs, ensuring these programmes consistently meet and surpass their goals.
Building on your expertise in designing and delivering innovative programmes, you will take a lead role in developing tech-enabled post-award processes to ensure that grant awards achieve their full potential. By maximising the impact of our funding partners’ significant contributions, you will play a pivotal role in driving the long-term success and sustainability of our shared initiatives.
This is a unique opportunity to shape meaningful programmes that make a lasting difference, working within a collaborative and forward-thinking organisation dedicated to positive change.
Our Four Corners
We refer to our company values as our Four Corners:
· Fair Players – open and inclusive in our approach
· Star Performers – trusted to deliver
· United Team Player – collaborative and easy to work with
· Passionate Supporters – flexible and willing
If you share these values and have the necessary skills and experience for the role, then we look forward to hearing from you.
What can we offer you?
You will start on 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (which increases after 2 years), plus additional time off to volunteer. We also offer a generous pension scheme (8% employer contribution), free health care provision, a monthly gym subsidy, death in service benefit and access to selected match tickets.
We are committed to helping our team members maintain a healthy work-life balance, so offer flexible working around core hours to help achieve that.
Equality and Diversity Commitment
The Football Foundation is committed to, and values the principles of diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive working environment where all our team feel respected and supported in fulfilling their potential. We encourage and welcome applications from all, regardless of background and are particularly interested to hear from individuals belonging to under-represented groups including diverse ethnic communities, individuals with a disability, and those from the LGBTQI+ community.
Should you need any adjustments to the recruitment process at either application or interview stage, please contact us at jobs @footballfoundation. org. uk
How do I apply?
If this sounds like the role for you, please follow the steps outlined below to apply.
Please send the following to jobs @footballfoundation. org. uk
o CV
o Cover letter - please highlight briefly and clearly your suitability for the role, together with your reasons for applying (no more than one page of A4).
The closing date for applications is: 23:59, 19th January 2025
1st stage interviews via MS Teams are currently scheduled for 27th and 28th January
2025, with 2nd stage in person interviews to follow
Due to the volume of applications received for most roles, the Foundation only contacts candidates if they are shortlisted for interview. If you do not hear from us within two weeks of the closing date, you should assume your application has not been successful.
Please note that you must be eligible to work in the UK to apply.
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We are looking for a Communications Officer to join an incredible international animal welfare charity to pro-actively deliver and support the communications and campaigns projects and activities.
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This is a homebased role with attendance in the London office when required.
The Charity
An ambitious charity with a long and rich history of prioritising practical, professional and sustainable solutions for animals world-wide and the communities they are part of.
You would be joining a motivated and friendly fundraising team, offering fantastic benefits including 26 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, and a career path that can grow with the organisation, as well as much more!
The Role
Deliver local, national and international PR (both online and offline), supporting awareness-raising, global programmes, emergency, fundraising and advocacy activities and campaigns.
Implement media plans in line with the global fundraising, marketing and communications strategy and in support of communications KPIs.
Work with Communications Manager on publications, including copy for marketing materials, the website and internal communications.
The Candidate
Excellent knowledge of the UK media environment, including print, broadcast and digital.
Experience of working in a busy press or communications environment, including interacting with national media.
Expertise in managing both reactive and proactive media relations.
An experienced writer, with the ability to produce engaging, persuasive copy that is tailored to the needs of particular audiences.
IMPORTANT NOTE
Our aim is to respond to all successful applications within 5 days. If you havent been contacted within 5 days your application has been unsuccessful, but we positively encourage you to apply for any other positions that you may see in the future.
We apologise that we cannot contact everybody in person but thank you in advance for your interest.
Third Solutions encourages applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Third Solutions acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003.
