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Home based within South East region
About us
Our purpose is simple, to save lives at sea. Since the 19th century, our crews have been risking their lives to save those who are in danger of drowning.
Volunteering is at the heart of the RNLI, and we have over 35,000 volunteers in a variety of roles from operational crew and lifeguards to water safety and fundraising volunteers. This is a great time to enjoy the RNLI People Team as we regionalise the delivery of HR and volunteer service to the 6 RNLI regions.
Home based within the region, with regular travel to the regional office in Poole and other sites across the area, you will report to the Regional People Lead and work closely with the People Advisor. Understanding the opportunities within your region, working with the local leadership team and your peers in the wider People Team you will be responsible for supporting great ‘people’ service and delivery.
This role is home-based and includes extensive travel across the region, often outside of regular business hours. Occasional travel to our Support Centre in Poole is also necessary. You will also be required to support a volunteering helpline service for approximately 2 weeks a year (until 8pm weekdays and 10am – 4pm weekends).
Some of the benefits
- Flexible working
- 26 days’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays
- Outstanding pension scheme (contributions of up to 16% of basic salary)
- Life assurance
- Health and dental cash plan option
Your Role
We are seeking to recruit a Volunteering Adviser to join our team in the South East area. For us, this reaches from Swanage to Southend -on- Sea also includes London.
As a Volunteering Adviser, you will work closely with a range of stakeholders across the organisation, supporting the development of volunteering across the South East region, and the wider RNLI.
This will include:
- Implementation of initiatives to improve the volunteer experience.
- Developing sustainable opportunities along with taking a proactive approach to how we support and manage volunteers.
- Providing staff and volunteers with expert advice and guidance in all aspects of volunteering including areas such as recruitment, retention, problem solving and recognition.
- Supporting local implementation of the volunteering strategy.
- Assisting with the development of volunteer management toolkits and support managers in the use of these.
- Delivering volunteer management training workshops to diverse groups of volunteer managers both in person and virtually.
- Being an ambassador for volunteering and ensure it is championed at all levels.
- You will also be required to support a volunteering helpline service for approximately 2 weeks a year (until 8pm weekdays and 10am – 4pm weekends).
About You
To be our Volunteering Adviser you will need:
- Extensive volunteer management experience.
- Confidence in delivering face-to-face and virtual workshops.
- The ability to manage a complex workload.
- Experience in handling volunteering problem solving issues is desirable. In this role you will need to be able to work and plan autonomously. You will also need to have a proactive and flexible approach to work along with excellent interpersonal skills.
- This post requires a valid driving licence.
For more information and to apply, please visit our jobs page.
Closing date: 4 August 2024.
First interviews: 8 August 2024.
Second interviews: w/c 12 August 2024.
The RNLI is committed to safeguarding, ensuring the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. We expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment and have a zero-tolerance approach to proven incidents of bullying, abuse, harassment or exploitation. The suitability of all prospective employees and volunteers will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment. This will include relevant criminal record checks being carried out dependent on the eligibility of the role. (England & Wales; DBS check, Scotland; Disclosure Scotland PVG, Northern Ireland; Access NI, Republic of Ireland; Garda Vetting; International, International Child Protection Certificate process).
Our staff and volunteers have been saving lives at sea without prejudice for nearly 200 years. We respect and value diversity of background, skills and perspectives within our teams, and consider it essential to help us deliver a world-class lifesaving service. We are an inclusive organisation and welcome applications from everyone. In addition to having the skills needed for the role, we also look for applicants who share our commitment to living our RNLI values (trustworthy, courageous, selfless, and dependable), and helping us work towards Our Vision: To save Every One.
We are seeking a proactive, problem-solving, strategic thinking Executive Assistant to the CEO to offer high-level assistance to the CEO.
About Black Thrive
Black Thrive Global (BTG) evolved from the work of the Black Thrive Lambeth Partnership, which was established in 2016. We exist to address the inequalities that negatively impact the mental health and wellbeing of Black people so that the thriving of Black communities is the norm.
Our guiding principle is that Black communities should be at the forefront of reimagining, redefining and co-creating a society where systemic racism and other oppressive systems have been dismantled so that they have fulfilling lives. We have two priorities – building a Black Thrive Research Institute and embedding race equity in systems change.
Purpose of the role
As the Executive Assistant to the CEO, you will hold a pivotal position within our team, providing essential support to the CEO. Your primary purpose is to offer high-level strategic assistance, allowing our senior leaders to concentrate fully on steering the organisation towards its mission and vision. In this role, you will embody proactive problem-solving, strategic thinking, and effective communication. Beyond this, your responsibilities will extend to taking meticulous meeting notes and actively contributing to streamlined operations, fostering strategic thinking, and advancing our mission to address systemic issues impacting Black communities' mental health and well-being.
Additionally, you will play a vital role in supporting strategic research where applicable, facilitating project management, and promoting effective stakeholder communication. Your responsibilities will encompass maintaining organised data and documents, including the development and maintenance of action logs, and aiding in developing presentations and materials for internal and external use. As the bridge between leadership and operational aspects, your adaptability, attention to detail, and practical communication skills will ensure the seamless execution of our mission. Your active involvement will be instrumental in the success of Black Thrive as we work diligently to reduce mental health disparities within Black communities and drive lasting change.
The ideal candidate will be self-reliant, exhibit advanced problem-solving abilities, and excel in a dynamic and rapidly changing environment.
Duties and responsibilities
1. Actively support the CEO with day-to-day administrative support including proactive diary management, assembling and preparing papers required by the CEO to attend meetings, prepare reports, or reply to requests for information.
2. Co-ordinate and organise meetings including board of directors' meetings, conferences, both in person and virtually. Prepare meeting agendas, minute taking and maintaining action logs.
3. Actively collaborate with the CEO and senior leadership to create engaging presentations and materials for internal and external meetings, ensuring content is well-structured and visually appealing.
4. Actively organise and maintain critical data, documents, and records, implementing a structured filing system for easy access and retrieval.
5. Researches, prioritises, and follows up on incoming issues and concerns addressed to the CEO including those of a sensitive or confidential nature. Determine appropriate course of action, referral, or response.
6. Works closely and effectively with the CEO to keep him/her well informed of upcoming commitments and responsibilities, following up appropriately. Acts as a "barometer," having a sense for the issues taking place in the environment and keeping the CEO updated.
7. Actively coordinate tasks and monitor progress for critical projects and initiatives, ensuring effective communication among team members and stakeholders.
8. Engage actively with key stakeholders, including partners, donors, and community members, to foster positive relationships and facilitate communication.
9. Support the CEO with preparation of a monthly CEO’s message and contributions to newsletters.
10. Liaise with Comms team to ensure and maintain a level of social media presence.
11. Actively participate in budget tracking, financial report preparation, and documentation for grant applications to support the Finance Officer.
12. Actively develop and maintain systems to streamline operational processes while ensuring compliance with organisational policies and procedures.
13. These active duties and responsibilities underscore the role's dynamic involvement in supporting the CEO while actively contributing to Black Thrive's mission to address mental health disparities within Black communities.
Please note: The above is not an exhaustive list of duties, and you will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by your evolving role within the organisation and the overall business objectives of the organisation.
Company Benefits
- Flexible working
- Up to 34 days annual leave inclusive of Bank holidays
- Pension scheme
- Employee Assistance Program
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Qualifications and Experience
1. The equivalent of a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as business administration, public administration, or a related discipline (Essential)
2.A minimum of 2 years’ experience in an Administrative / Executive Assistant role in an organisation dealing with multiple and/or complex programmes and partnerships (Essential)
3.A minimum of 2 years’ experience supporting senior executives or leaders in an organisation dealing with multiple and/or complex programmes and partnerships. (Essential)
4.Ability to review and synthesise complex reports and research findings to inform strategic decision-making. (Essential)
5.Experience in stakeholder engagement, relationship management, and facilitation of effective communication with various stakeholders. (Desirable)
6. Experience working in/with the not for profit or charitable sector (Desirable)
Ability, skills, knowledge
7. Exceptional organisational skills to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines and maintain a well-structured filing system for documents and records (Essential)
8. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to represent senior leadership professionally and succinctly (Essential)
9. Proficiency in coordinating activities, monitoring progress, and ensuring effective communication among team members and stakeholder (Essential)
10. Commitment to equality for all people as well as good knowledge and understanding of the experiences of Black people of African and Caribbean descent and a strong drive to address the factors which negatively impact upon their health and wellbeing. (Essential)
11. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including conveying complex information adaptable to people from different professional backgrounds and levels of seniority. (Essential)
12. Excellent attention to detail, ability to multitask and to manage a heavy workload and competing priorities. (Essential)
13. Ability to proactively identify challenges and develop innovative solutions while maintaining a strong attention to detail. (Desirable)
14. Comfortable working in a rapidly evolving environment, with the ability to handle changing priorities and navigate complex challenges (Desirable)
15. Familiarity with financial processes, including budget tracking and financial report preparation. (Desirable)
16. Ability to work at speed through ambiguity and uncertainty and remain calm under pressure. (Desirable)
17. Ability to remain enthusiastic, optimistic, and solutions-focused in the face of adversity and to deliver tangible results with minimal supervision. (Desirable)
A Basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be required but we will treat applicants who have a criminal record fairly and will not unreasonably discriminate because of a conviction or other information revealed.
Please submit a CV of Maximum 3 pages and a cover letter outlining how your experience fits with the job requirements and person specification for this role.
Applications without a covering letter will not be considered.
We are recruiting for a Refuge Worker to join our team in Hillingdon; the scope on this job involves….
Job Title: Refuge Worker
Location: Hillingdon
Salary: £28,104 per annum
Contract type: Permanent, Full-time
Hours: 37.5
We want kind and empathic people to work at Refuge, who believe in equality, diversity, and inclusion, are experts in their area of knowledge, want to make a positive difference and improve the lives of the women and children we support.
This is an exciting opportunity to work as a Refuge Worker within a refuge service, supporting women and their children fleeing domestic abuse. Your responsibilities will include supporting and advocating for women and children, managing day to day running of the refuge; health & safety, safeguarding, supporting the service and deputy manager.
This post is restricted to women due to the nature of the role. The Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies.
As part of this role, you will be required to participate in an out-of-hours on call rota.
Closing date: 9am on 12 August
Interview date: 22 & 23 August 2024
Benefits
Refuge offers a variety of exciting opportunities to learn, develop and grow in your career. We recognise the value everyone brings to the organisation to achieve our aims and are dedicated to developing and rewarding our staff. More details of our benefits can be found in Job Information Pack.
Organisation: Ash-Shahada Housing Association
Position: Associate Director of Housing
Salary: £50,000-60,000 per annum
Location: Camberwell, London
Fixed Term Contract: 12 months (with expectation to become permanent).
The Associate Director of Housing will join a vibrant team playing a pivotal role in providing exceptional services to their tenants. This is an exciting role as the Associate Director of Housing oversees those services which determine the strategic, financial, and reputational success of the company. This is a fixed term contract, but the expectation is that this will become a permanent role.
About you
A creative and hands-on role, the Associate Director of Housing is responsible for meeting the needs of tenants and ensuring that the condition of the homes achieves their high standards as well as those of the regulator. Your day will be varied, managing a small team in-house as well as external suppliers to deliver a range of services.
The Associate Director of Housing will lead three key areas of the organisation:
- The maintenance and up-keep of social housing properties
- Front line customer service delivery
- Tenant engagement and satisfaction
Essential criteria:
- Experience of working as a Director of Housing, Senior Manager, Head of Assets, or similar.
- 5 years plus experience in the Housing Sector.
- Strong understanding of the housing sector and current trends.
- Experience of designing and delivering exceptional customer service frameworks.
- Experience of managing a small team.
- Expertise in conducting data analysis and building business cases and proposals.
- Proven experience in budget planning and cost management.
- Knowledge of health and safety and regulatory standards in social housing.
Application process
For further information, please contact our retained consultants Will Worthington or Nicholas Rimikis at Morgan Hunt on 0207 419 8921 or 07884 696 980.
CVs should be supported with a personal statement. The personal statement needs to clearly evidence and articulate how your skills and experience meet the role description and essential skills. There is an expectation that this would be 1.5 to 2 pages in length.
Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.
Your new company
Working for an international scientific and conservation charity, headquartered in Central London. This is a permanent position which offers hybrid working (2 days in the office per week). Working hours are 8.30-17:00.
Your new role
- Reporting to the Finance Manager.
- Processing large volumes of supplier invoices, credit notes, expenses and international bank transfers in a timely manner.
- Supplier account reconciliations.
- Production and completion of four by-weekly payment runs.
- Review and management of Aged Creditors.
- Ensure the accuracy of coding and VAT treatment.
- Prioritising large volumes, ensuring supplier invoices are approved and paid within agreed terms and reviewing any denied invoices.
What you'll need to succeed
- Experience using PO systems.
- Intermediate Excel skills.
- Strong experience in high volume end-to-end accounts payable processing.
- Multi-currency experience.
- Proactive individual with an eye for detail and accuracy.
What you'll get in return
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
- Promote flexible working arrangements.
- Some study support is provided.
- Contributory pension scheme up to 12%.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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We are recruiting for a Refuge Worker to join our team in Hackney; the scope on this job involves….
Job Title: Refuge Worker
Location: Hackney
Salary: £11,241.60 per annum
Contract type: Fixed-term (12 months), Part time
Hours: 15
We want kind and empathic people to work at Refuge, who believe in equality, diversity, and inclusion, are experts in their area of knowledge, want to make a positive difference and improve the lives of the women and children we support.
This is an opportunity to join Refuge as a Refuge Worker. You will be responsible for providing high quality practical and emotional support to survivors of domestic violence and their children living in our refuges.
This post is restricted to women due to the nature of the role. The Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies.
As part of this role, you will be required to participate in an out-of-hours on call rota.
Closing date: 9am on 4 August 2024
Interview date: 13 August 2024
Benefits
Refuge offers a variety of exciting opportunities to learn, develop and grow in your career. We recognise the value everyone brings to the organisation to achieve our aims and are dedicated to developing and rewarding our staff. More details of our benefits can be found in Job Information Pack.
Harris Hill has an amazing opportunity for an experienced Government Affairs Manager to join an environmental based charity in London, starting September and running until Easter 2025.
The Government Affairs Managerwill be part of a small team, which leads on government relations, engagement and influence, and whose impact will be critical in the delivery of their corporate strategy.
The role will contribute to the delivery of a comprehensive, proactive engagement strategy to ensure that stakeholders across UK government recognise the expertise and reach of the organisation, and see them as a valuable partner and ‘go to’ organisation for support, policy advice and public engagement.
The post holder will work to reflect their contribution to Defra and wider government priorities, increasing their visibility and strengthening their messaging. The postholder will shape the production of materials, development of events and reports as needed, as well as the itineraries of visits by ministers and MPs.
Further details can be provided upon application.
Experience:
Experience in UK government relations, and understanding of how this work might be conducted in an ALB
Experience of working with civil servants
Experience of working with parliamentarians and in public affairs, ideally including work with APPGs and committees, and organising events in parliament
Knowledge of the biodiversity crisis and science issues
Experience of producing materials and/or events to influence policymakers
Please apply for more information.
Thrive at Five’s vision is a society where every child can thrive and achieve their potential. Our mission is to help children in their early years develop strong foundations for life and learning. Focusing on some of the UK’s most disadvantaged communities, our place-based model support’s positive development from pregnancy to five. We achieve sustainable change by unlocking the power of parents and carers and enabling collaboration to coordinate and strengthen early years systems and pathways of support.
Since Thrive at Five was founded, the organisation has grown considerably with projects in Stoke-on-Trent, Redcar and Cleveland, and a third pathfinder in Scotland starting later this year and a fourth earmarked. We are at an exciting moment as we look to expand our brilliant team and bring in additional skills needed for Thrive at Five to continue embedding our existing work in Stoke-on-Trent and Redcar & Cleveland and scale our work to a further two places across the UK over the next couple of years, doubling our reach and impact.
To help us in this next phase of development we are recruiting for a newly created position – Senior Communications Manager. This exciting role sits within our national team and will lead the ongoing development and delivery of Thrive at Five’s external communications, ensuring we can reach and engage with a diverse range of audiences from national early years influencers to parents in our regional sites. The role will have two main areas of focus: 1) National communications: establishing Thrive at Five’s national presence to influence policy, funding and practices and attract future partners (funders, future pathfinder areas and other strategic partners); 2) Regional Communications; work with our local backbone teams to deliver a communications strategy which supports our two strategic drivers; 1) to build relationships and strengthen understanding of the early years with key professional stakeholders, and 2) to reach local parents to build their knowledge, confidence and skills and encourage them to take up support on offer.
You will have solid strategic communications experience, with an excellent track record in developing and executing innovative communications plans. You will be comfortable working in a fast paced environment and committed to the need for continued learning and improvement necessary for Thrive at Five to develop a new place-based model for supporting early childhood development. The successful candidate will bring experience of managing a broad range of stakeholders and supporting a network of partners and will be adept at managing and coaching staff, with the ability to upskill team members. You will also have excellent organisational and project management skills. It would be beneficial to have experience of working nationally with engagement across local teams, and ideally with good experience of how to best utilise digital communications.
Thrive at Five are partnering with Prospectus to recruit for this vacancy. To apply please submit your CV and a two page supporting statement, preferably in Microsoft Word/PDF format. The statement should outline your motivation for joining Thrive at Five and why you feel you would be a good fit for this role. You should also demonstrate your experience and skillset with examples relating to the Person Specification section in the Job Pack. If you have any further questions or would like to know more about this opportunity please contact Steven Fraser from Prospectus via email.
As a specialist Recruitment Practice Prospectus are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Prospectus invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application.
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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 Talent Set are delighted to be supporting the Royal Brompton & Harefield Hospitals Charity to recruit a Major Donor Manager - a new role in their growing Philanthropy & Partnerships team.
What’s on offer:
Salary: £42,000
Working Pattern: 2 days per week at either the Brompton (Chelsea) or Harefield sites
Benefits include: generous training and development budget and holiday allowance starting at 27 days + Bank Holidays
The Royal Brompton & Harefield Hospitals Charity raise money for some incredible initiatives, including cutting edge hospital equipment, dedicated clinical fellowships, patient funds, and mental health support for Long Covid patients.
This role will develop existing relationships with high-net-worth donors, as well as developing a broader major donor product offering including a patron’s programme and harnessing the potential of the hospital’s clinical networks. Key duties include:
- Developing relationships with new and existing High Net Worth Individuals to understand their motivations and desires to advance care for heart and lung patients.
- Account managing existing major donor relationships, giving at a 4-6 figure level.
- Supported by the Head of Philanthropy & Partnerships, developing the major donor fundraising strategy and product offering including a patron’s programme and a suite of stewardship events.
- Managing a comprehensive prospect research process, working with hospital partners and internal colleagues to identify potential new supporters and develop a pipeline of new major donor fundraising opportunities.
- Working with grants and marketing teams to shape a series of compelling fundraising propositions.
We’re looking for someone with the following skills & experience:
- Experience of establishing and developing high-value relationships within a fundraising setting.
- Experience of supporting or establishing a new fundraising programme or strategy.
- Tangible experience of making high-value asks from supporters.
- An entrepreneurial mindset, with a passion for networking and engaging new supporters.
- Knowledge and appreciation for the healthcare sector, with an interest in fundraising for medical research and treatment projects.
To be considered for this position please apply with your CV as soon as possible, regrettably please note we may not be able to reply to every application.
We are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practises that ensure equal opportunity for everyone, regardless of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and will happily make reasonable adjustments to always ensure a fair process.
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The Talent Set are delighted to be working with a fantastic Health Charity to find their brand new Individual Giving & Acquisitions Lead.
The charity offers a flexible working environment, with hybrid working from either of their London offices.
The Individual Giving & Acquisitions Lead is a new role in their Marketing & Communications team. The postholder will play a key role in developing and delivering the Individual Giving Programme to drive income growth, engage new audiences and retain existing supporters. This role would suit a candidate looking to harness their skill set in direct marketing and use their ability to create new fundraising products to set up an Individual Giving Programme from scratch, with support from the Head of Marketing & Communications.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead on creating and implementing a strategy to support the development of a new Individual Giving and Acquisition Programme in collaboration with the Head of Marketing & Communications.
- Plan, develop and implement a range of direct marketing campaigns to support the acquisition of new donors and the retention of existing supporters, ensuring that all campaigns are managed effectively and delivered on time and within budget.
- Deliver personalised and tailored content to increase engagement with existing and new supporters.
- Enhance supporter journeys by using data insights to develop segmentation and improve targeting for IG activities.
- To effectively manage the end-to-end creative process from inception to execution of direct marketing campaigns.
- Working with the database manager, report on post-campaign data analysis to evaluate effectiveness and understand ROI.
- Working with the Head of Marketing & Communications to deliver an excellent supporter experience across all communications and fundraising activity, working with colleagues to ensure consistency with other fundraising programmes.
- Brief, monitor and manage internal stakeholders’ relationships for Individual Giving campaigns and projects, maximising opportunities to cross sell across all audiences.
Person Specification:
- Proven track record of DM campaign management experience.
- Proficient experience of working with data selections, segmentation and campaign analysis.
- Significant experience in managing the end-to-end creative process and proven success in donor acquisition and retentions.
- Experience in designing and delivering supporter journeys for a variety of audiences.
- Experience of delivering excellent results within agreed budgets and on schedule.
To be considered for this position please apply with your CV as soon as possible, regrettably please note we may not be able to reply to each and every application.
We are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practises that ensure equal opportunity for everyone, regardless of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and will happily make reasonable adjustments to always ensure a fair process.
Scope is a disability equality charity in England and Wales. Together we are Disability Gamechangers. We work to a society where all disabled people enjoy equality and fairness. We campaign tirelessly for an equal future for disabled people.
We are looking for an ambitious Legacy and In Memory Lead to join Scope’s Public Fundraising team.
Permanent, 35 hours a week
Location: Here East Press Centre, 14 East Bay Lane, London, E15 2GW with working from home.
The role
You will:
- Lead on the planning of our Legacy and In Memory strategy to build and retain our database of loyal supporters
- Ensure excellent stewardship, driven by audience insight and an effective proposition is at the heart of the programme.
- Deliver impactful campaigns across a variety of channels, including Scope’s annual Legacy Awareness Month and identify opportunities to attract new pledgers.
For more information about the role’s responsibilities, and the skills and experience required please use the apply link to go to the full job description on our website.
About you
We’re looking for someone who is a strong leader and who plays an active and strategic role in the public fundraising leadership team and wider income generation planning activities.
You will:
- Have excellent sector knowledge of legacy and in memory giving that align to charitable goals and represent the brand.
- Thrive on developing relationships with internal teams, supporters and external agencies with excellent interpersonal skills when speaking to members of the public and colleagues about Gifts in Wills.
- Have end to end experience planning and delivering legacy and in memory activities that deliver against budgeted key performance indicators and have a strong working knowledge of fundraising compliance.
- Have a proven track record of successfully planning and delivering legacy and in memory giving programmes.
- Love talking to our amazing supporters about Scope’s work and have an excellent eye for stellar legacy and in memory giver stewardship.
- Understand the importance of an engaging case for support that motivates and encourages supporters to leave a gift in their will or in memory of a loved one and know how to embed a culture of legacy giving.
Please make sure you explain in your application, with examples, how you can meet these important skills.
We ask you to show an appreciation of Scope’s values and our ambition of an equal future for disabled people.
Our values are being pioneering, courageous, connected, open and fair
By living our values and trusting each other, we give our colleagues freedom and space to be creative, push boundaries and change minds.
Disabled candidates
We are a disability equality charity. We encourage applications from disabled people and people with impairments, conditions, and access needs. We want to create a workforce that is a true reflection of the communities we serve.
Scope will interview all disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria for the post. This is part of our commitment as a Disability Confident Leader. Just let us know in your application that you are applying under the Offer an Interview Scheme. This was previously known as the Guaranteed Interview Scheme.
Some applicants might need adjustments during the application process. If you require adjustments through your journey with us you can find out more about interview adjustments on the Scope website.
Equality, diversity and inclusion
At the heart of everything we do at Scope is Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion.
We want everyone to feel like they belong. We value each person as an individual. We will treat everyone with dignity and respect and we want to recognise all parts of a person's identity.
We are a disability equality charity. So, we will build a culture that is accessible and inclusive first. We will aim for the same high standards in all our work. We will listen, learn and keep improving.
You can find out more about our approach to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion on the Scope website.
Scope benefits
We believe hard work deserves reward and recognition. We offer a wide range of benefits including:
- 27 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
- Flexible, hybrid and remote working options
- Pay progression at 6 months and 2 years
- Company pension
- Excellent training and career development
- Strong colleague networks across disability, race and LGBTQ+
- Discounted gym membership, cycle to work scheme and much more.
How to apply
If you want to become a Disability Gamechanger, we'd love to hear from you.
Click the apply button to create an account and complete your application form.
About the Role
The Programme Officer plays a pivotal role in the day-to-day delivery of small to medium-sized contracts at Social Development Direct. Sitting within the Programme Management Unit, the role supports day-to-day project operations and finance throughout the project cycle, including tracking delivery against agreed workplans and budgets, managing project risks, ensuring compliance with Client regulations, invoicing and related financial management, maintaining positive and meaningful relationships with Clients, partners and technical experts within SDDirect and across our broad network of consultants and associates. To be successful as a Programme Officer, you will have some demonstrable experience in a project management support role, will be able to work independently while maintaining excellent relations with other business functions (Finance, HR, Business Development, Technical Team), and have acute attention to detail.
About the Team
The cornerstone of SDDirect's operational delivery, the Programme Management Unit works closely with other teams across the company, particularly Finance and Technical, to ensure seamless delivery, quality and professionalism across all our projects, no matter how big or small. Our purpose is to plan, organize and manage resources and timelines to deliver our work successfully while ensuring these constraints stay in balance throughout the lifetime of each project. The PMU also supports corporate operations such as client billing, corporate forecasting, risk management, travel, etc.
Click on the Job description below for a full description of the role's responsibilities, duties, and person specification.
To apply
If you are interested in joining our dynamic team, please refer to the Person Specification and submit your tailored CV and cover letter. The deadline for applying is 14th Aug 2024. Due to the high volume of applications, we are only able to respond to shortlisted candidates.
As this is a UK-based role, please confirm your eligibility to reside and work in the UK as part of your cover letter.
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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!
Job Vacancy – Regional Adviser
The Masonic Charitable Foundation (MCF) is looking for an experienced, proactive and customer focused adviser to support the work of the wider Advice and Support team
The post holder will be responsible for the Midlands area plus other areas as required with an expectation of completing in person visits across the allocated counties. The role therefore requires access to your own vehicle and to reliable broadband. A car allowance and mileage will be paid on top of the salary.
The right candidate will enjoy and excel at building relationships and supporting individuals and families in distress and in times of need using skills and experiences to give clear information advice and guidance as well as supporting with applications for a charitable grant. Experience of managing their own diary and workload as well as significant experience of working in an educational, health or social care environment is essential. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal are essential for this role along with the ability to show empathy.
IT equipment and a company mobile phone will also be provided. An enhanced DBS check is required for this position.
Please note that whilst this is a remote role, there is a significant in person requirement that means weekly travel across all areas of the allocated counties and an initial expectation as part of the induction to attend the London office.
Details
Post: Permanent
Description: To support the charity’s beneficiaries through assessment and practical advice to help them access relevant support
Hours: 34 hours per week (early finish on Fridays)
Hybrid: Home based with visits in the Midlands (Leicestershire & Rutland, Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, Lincolnshire)
Salary: £31,525 - £34,306 (depending on experience) plus £5,000 car allowance
Holiday: 25 days (rising to 30 after 5 years’ service), plus additional 3 days to be taken between Christmas and New Year
Benefits: Excellent package including contributory pension, medical and dental plans, access to various health, wellness and retail benefits and continual professional development.
Reports to: Advice and Support Team Leader (North)
Team: 12 Regional Advisers (North and South); 2 Team leaders
About the Masonic Charitable Foundation
The Masonic Charitable Foundation (MCF) is one of the UK’s leading charities, providing a range of benevolent support to individuals and awarding grants to local and national charities.
Our work helps to encourage opportunity, promote independence and improve wellbeing for thousands of people each year. Last year, the MCF awarded support totalling around £20 million. Our support is funded from the donations of freemasons, their families and friends.
The MCF was founded in 2016 following the merger of four charities that had operated separately since the eighteenth century.
Our Regional Advisers are home-based workers who are compassionate and dedicated to responding to the needs of Freemasons and their dependents in their area, providing essential support. They are professional and accountable, working independently but collaborating with volunteers, colleagues, and local agencies to provide an exceptional service on behalf of the charity.
Their main purpose is to visit and contact members of the Masonic community to determine their needs and to help them to access support from the MCF and other relevant agencies. Support is provided through a combination of home visits, telephone calls, or video calling.
The role also provides guidance, support and recommendations to office based staff processing applications for our extensive range of grants to support those in need. They form close and effective working relationships with local volunteers, providing support and guidance to extend our reach.
Main responsibilities
- Responding to/visiting freemasons and their dependents to:
- provide support and advice; and
- determine relevant support from the MCF or other agencies to meet their needs
- Face-to-face visits, video conferencing and in-depth telephone calls are required to provide extensive and detailed support.
- Production of accurate and comprehensive reports detailing agreed plans and all relevant supporting documents
- Liaising with colleagues within the department to provide guidance and support in processing applications for our extensive range of grants to assist those in need
- Ambassadorial role for MCF, liaising with other stakeholders, delivering occasional presentations and workshops to raise awareness of the role of the Advice, Support and Enquiries Team and support available from the MCF
Essential
- Significant experience of working in an educational, health or social care environment
- Experience of working in an advisory role
- Good understanding of UK benefits and relevant legislation
- Excellent communication skills
- Good interpersonal skills including ability to show empathy
- Report writing skills
- Resilience
- Ability to work independently and with limited day to day supervision
- Strong attention to detail especially in transposing facts and numerical data
- Good basic IT Skills and competent using everyday technology
- Midlands based, or willing to relocate
- Full UK driving licence
Desirable
- Vocational or professional qualification in education; health or social care
- Community based, including home visiting experience
- Good understanding of financial matters such as self-employed accounts; small business accounts; bankruptcy and debt management
How to apply
Please provide a copy of your CV together with a covering letter explaining how you meet the person specification.
Deadline for applications: 4th August
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
DEBRA is seeking members for its Charitable Purposes Committee to inform to inform and develop the Charity’s evolving care and research strategy. Our Charitable Purposes Committee advises our Board of Trustees and is responsible for ensuring that the Charity’s resources are used effectively to support our provision of lifelong care and support for sufferers of the genetic skin disorder Epidermolysis Bullosa, and to support our investments in cutting edge research to find a cure for this debilitating condition.
Key responsibilities of the Charitable Purposes Committee are to:
- Review DEBRA UK’s Research & Care Strategy as it relates to research, health and community support and social policy on an ongoing basis.
- Receive and review reports from medical and scientific experts on current research activities.
- Determine, taking appropriate advice, the priorities for care and research expenditure each year.
- Oversee collaborative partnerships on care and research.
- Develop membership engagement, support and services.
- Review and develop healthcare initiatives to support member care.
- Receive reports on changes in national policy or practice within health and social care and agree appropriate responses from the Charity.
We provide any training necessary to allow you to fulfil your committee duties. This is an unpaid volunteer role, but any reasonable travel expenses will be reimbursed in line with the Charity’s expenses policy.
Meetings of the Charitable Purposes Committee currently take place four times a year, each lasting between 2.5-3 hours. The term of appointment is three years.
About the Organisation
DEBRA was the world’s first EB patient support group, set up in 1978. We have come a long way since then, working internationally through a network of nearly 50 DEBRA groups to share information and best practice. We fund pioneering research, provide specialist healthcare, promote international best practice, and deliver lifelong support to individuals, families, and the entire EB Community.
Diversity
The charity is committed to building a diverse and inclusive environment and therefore welcomes applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith, or disability. The charity aspires to maintain a representative and diverse Board including women, individuals from ethnic and LGBTQIA communities and those living with disability. Applications from these communities would be welcomed.
Selection Criteria
We’re looking to recruit people from a wide range of experiences and backgrounds. If you believe you have skills developed from your professional life combined with the proactivity, commitment and drive to make a difference and bring a new perspective we would love to hear from you.
We are particularly encouraging applicants who have experience of operating within the NHS, have worked with charities that run a health/support service (including hospices), practising specialty health professionals (e.g. physiotherapists, podiatrists, or dieticians) or applicants with experience as a GP.
Essential Skills
Experience of one or more of these fields, Healthcare, Medicine, Health Tech, Nursing, Pharmaceuticals, Research, Social Care, Ability to challenge and to be a critical friend where necessary, Innovative, and collaborative mindset, ‘Can do’ and positive attitude.
How to apply
If you think you can help steer DEBRA as we journey forward, please email HR @ debra . org . uk
1. Why do you want to become a DEBRA Committee member?
2. What skills do you believe you can bring to the committee??
3. What experience will you bring to the committee?
You can send this submission as a written statement, a video or aural submission. DEBRA is committed to being an inclusive charity, and we welcome and encourage applications from all sections of the community. The successful candidate will need to undertake a DBS check and sign a non-disclosure agreement.
About the role
The Wilder Communities Officer will inspire and support community-led action for wildlife and empower local people to create more wildlife rich spaces on their doorstep. Working with colleagues across the Trust, the officer will help to build a wilder future through local community action for nature, with a particular focus on rivers and wetland habitats, and linking in with our Species Survival in Hertfordshire’s Chalk Rivers project.
For a full copy of our recruitment pack and details of how to apply please visit our website.
Project summary - Species Recovery for Chalk Steams – Wilder Communities
Herts and Middlesex Wildlife Trust has secured a grant from the Species Survival Fund, a partnership between Defra and the National Lottery Heritage Fund.
The Species Survival Fund is enabling the Trust to deliver an ambitious restoration programme for our chalk river and wetland habitats across 11.15km of the River Lea Catchment in Hertfordshire. As part of the project, with additional funding, the Trust will be working in local communities to highlight the importance of our chalk streams and wetland habitats and enabling groups and individuals to take their own local action for wildlife.
This community organising work will initially focus on communities in and around Welwyn Garden City and Hertford.
How do we support you?
The Trust strives to be a positive employer supporting our staff through flexible and hybrid working, and training and development. We recognise the importance of our staff team and looking after their health and wellbeing. Our values and expected behaviours reflect the culture which the Trust seeks to maintain to ensure productive, efficient, effective and pleasant workplaces and roles.
In support of this, we offer an excellent benefits package, ranging from office perks, generous leave entitlements and financial benefits. You can find out on our website.
About the Trust
Herts and Middlesex Wildlife Trust is a local nature conservation charity.
We believe that wildlife should have space to thrive alongside our everyday lives and that everyone benefits from having access to nature.
Our staff team is enthusiastic, friendly and committed to making a difference.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.