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Job Purpose

The purpose of the role is to provide leadership of fundraising, partnership development, marketing and communications functions to drive the growth of the charity’s income.

Key Accountabilities

· Fundraising

· Partnership Development.

· Marketing & Communications.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

1. To demonstrate a commitment to our vision, mission, goals and values.

2. To contribute to a people first culture which values inclusion and celebrates diversity.

3. To be an active member of the senior leadership team working with colleagues to achieve strategic goals.

4. To lead the development and delivery of a growth plan which tells our story and powers our work.

5. To be an ambassador for the Cardiff City FC Community Foundation with a strong external focus.

Operational Management

6. To maximise income across the income spectrum including trusts and foundations, corporate fundraising, consumer income and individual giving.

7. To build a strong pipeline of future opportunities with excellent forward planning.

8. To identify, cultivate and manage relationships with potential partners.

9. To coordinate stakeholder engagement activity.

10. To be the guardian of the Cardiff City FC Community Foundation brand.

11. To develop and deliver marketing and communication strategies.

12. To work with the Head of Finance & Resources to build, set and monitor budgets.

13. To provide leadership and management of the fundraising, marketing and communications team.

14. To be responsible for the analysis and evaluation of performance information, monitoring and reporting against outputs, outcomes and KPI’s.  

General

15. To understand and ensure compliance with the regulatory environment and ensure compliance.

16. To champion the highest standards of safeguarding, data protection and health and safety.

17. To meet deadlines agreed with line manager and key partners with regard to reporting of key performance indicators and other targets.

18. To effectively manage and develop strong positive relationships with beneficiaries, key partners and stakeholders.

19. To undertake any relevant training as required by line-manager or in line with expectations of the programme funder.

20. To attend and participate in meetings with Foundation staff, funding providers and other meetings as appropriate.

21. To exhibit and promote company values & behaviours.

22. Promote and celebrate equality, diversity & inclusion.

23. To out carry any additional work and duties that meet the needs of the business.

Key Relationships

Internal: All Foundation Staff and Trustees.

External: Cardiff City FC Directors and Senior Management, Premier League and Premier League Charitable Fund, EFL and EFL in the Community, Major Donors, Corporate Partners, Trusts and Foundations, Grant Making Bodies and other funders, Media, Welsh Government, Local Government any other external stakeholders that support and benefit the work of the Foundation.

The Sheldrick Wildlife Trust UK is seeking a creative and experienced Communications Officer to join our team for up to 14 months as maternity cover, beginning in September 2024. This is a varied role, through which the postholder will be a part of our small team in the UK. The role is on-site, based at the charity’s office in Billingshurst, West Sussex. 

WHO WE ARE:

The Sheldrick Wildlife Trust has worked for over 47 years to protect wildlife and habitats in Kenya. Its projects include Anti-Poaching, Veterinary Intervention, Aerial Operations, Habitat Protection, Human-Wildlife Conflict Mitigation, and the rescue and rehabilitation of orphaned elephants, rhinos, and other wild species, all working towards a sustainable future for wildlife and communities.

In 2004, the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust UK (SWT UK) was established to protect and preserve African wildlife. Through relationship building and informed communications we raise funds to undertake direct conservation activities in Kenya, and to provide grants to SWT Kenya and other NGOs, to save wild lives and secure habitats.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

As our Communications Officer, you will be responsible for managing the communications of the UK charity, inspiring and engaging both new and existing supporters. You will:

• Organise, create and schedule well-written, engaging content for a range of different audiences across various channels including email, print, and social media so that we communicate our news and story effectively.
• Maintain and develop the charity’s catalogue of marketing and communications assets, in line with charity brand guidelines, so that staff can easily access resources they need.
• Oversee, develop, and implement our communications plan, working closely with colleagues from SWT UK, and collaboratively with those from SWT Kenya, and SWT USA.
• Identify and explore opportunities to communicate conservation success stories so that we can engage new supporters in the charity.
• Write press releases, respond to media enquiries, and develop working relationships with relevant media contacts.
•  Handle administrative tasks, to include reporting on donor giving, campaign effectiveness, and digital analytics, so we can produce effective communications.
• Maintain the media library, and providing support to other team members.
• Occasional new projects and responsibilities in keeping with the role and remit.

This is a short overview of the role. If it spikes your interest, please download and read our detailed Job Description, which includes a person specification.

If, after reading the full Job Description, you believe you are well suited to the role, please send us your CV and one-page cover letter by clicking the 'Apply' button on this page. Use your cover letter to tell us about your previous experience and why you want to work for SWT UK. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

Early application is encouraged as we will be reviewing applications throughout the advertised period and reserve the right to close the advert at any time.

Closing date for applications is 18th August, if you do not receive an invitation for an interview by 23rd August, then you have unfortunately not been shortlisted.

All applicants must have the right to work in the UK. We are not able to support visa or work applications for this role. (No agencies, please).

Since 1927, Cats Protection has helped thousands of cats each year, across the UK. As a community of volunteers, employees, supporters and partners, we’ve improved the lives of millions of cats and transformed the way millions of people see and care for cats.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Area Volunteer Manager (Area Branch Development Manager) to join our field operations team. You will join us working 21 hours per week (including some evening and weekends) on a permanent basis and in return you will receive a competitive salary of up to £24,817.80 per annum (pro rata of £41.363), plus car allowance and excellent benefits.

The role will be home-based and the successful candidate must be based in (or willing to relocate to) easy reach of the Northumberland, County Durham & Teesside areas and travel as necessary in the East Yorkshire area region. As this is a part time role, we are open to conversations around how these are worked, this can be discussed further at interview stage.

Our branch network is made up of groups of volunteers, led by a Branch Team Leader and overseen by a branch committee. Usually volunteering from their own homes, our branch volunteers foster cats until they are ready to re-home, raise funds to directly help the cats in their care, spread vital cat welfare messages across to members of the public, carry out trap-neuter-return activity, and much more!

Responsibilities of our Area Branch Development Manager:

As Area Volunteer Manager (Area Branch Development Manager) you will be accountable for the development, growth and local governance of branches within a designated area. Providing a solution-driven approach with the aim of helping more cats through the effective engagement of local volunteers. You will develop and deliver an area plan that captures the importance of volunteer engagement, recruitment, support, enabling and succession planning to ultimately achieve branch growth and sustainability. You will work collaboratively with other CP regional teams where appropriate, identifying where there are opportunities to achieve more by working together.

What we’re looking for in our Area Branch Development Manager:

• Proven experience of leading and managing volunteers
• Proven management experience including drafting operational plans
• Expereince of planning and implementing new processes and systems across a multi-site organisation
• Proficient IT skills, including all aspects of Microsoft Office relevant packages and knowledge of database management
• Personal and professional manner and credibility that generate trust and confidence in others
• Knowledge or interest of the animal welfare sector
• Hold current full clean driving licence

What we can offer you:

• salary of up to £24,817.80 per annum plus excellent benefits
• generous annual leave entitlement
• car allowance
• contribution pension scheme
• life assurance scheme
• range of health benefits including private healthcare
• Employee Assistance Programme
• and more

Through our values and behaviours we help people see the world through cats’ eyes. Together we can make a difference.

Closing date: 1st August 2024

Interview date: Week commencing 12th August 2024

Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. Please note, applications received after the closing date may not be responded to.

Please email if you require any adjustments to be made for you to complete your application or to participate in the recruitment journey.

Purpose of the Job:

This role is within our crisis alternative service – Safe Space - which is an out of hours service providing a safe and welcoming space for people who are feeling distressed and experiencing crisis. The service operates 365 days a year from 12:00pm(midday)-11:30pm across all of our boroughs. The shift pattern for this role is 4:30-11:30pm. This will be on a rota basis across support workers.

Staff within the service will provide person-centred, practical and emotional support, face to face or via telephone on a one-to-one or group basis to individuals experiencing mental health crisis. This will consist of 1:1 support; de-escalating and providing interventions, signposting for specialised or longer-term support, and delivering collaborative self-management plans with clients to improve mental wellbeing. The aim of this service is to de-escalate and prevent further crises.

The objectives of the service include:

• To improve the mental wellbeing of people experiencing mental health crisis in HFEH.
• To provide support to clients accessing the service- for instance: signposting, de-escalation, planned wellbeing activities etc.
• To contribute to an improvement in individual mental wellbeing.
• To remain a source of independent support for all clients.
• To treat service users with respect, dignity and personalised support
• To raise awareness of mental health services available with the goal to improve long term mental health and reduce social isolation
• To increase self-management skills of those accessing the service
• To reduce the use of police, ambulance and statutory mental health services whilst experiencing crisis.
• To reduce the use of statutory crisis services by people experiencing mental ill health without positive outcomes for the individual.

Key Responsibilities:

• Providing a person centred and recovery orientated approach in all aspects of the roles and responsibilities.
• Promoting people’ rights and responsibilities
• Working collaboratively with clients to understand their needs and developing flexible and realistic crisis support packages/person centred plans
• Listening to clients and encouraging positive steps towards self-management of crisis and recovery
• Providing advice, information, practical and emotional support to clients
• Proactively recognising the indicators of deteriorating mental health and facilitate appropriate action, whilst liaising with relevant agencies e.g. CATT, Emergency Duty Teams, CMHTS, etc
• Engaging with clients to show empathy, inspire hope and promote recovery
• Establishing supportive, empowering and respectful relationships with clients and carers/ family

You will have:

• Minimum of 1 year working in mental health services and with clients experiencing mental health distress and crisis
• Experience of managing challenging behaviour and dealing with clients with complex needs
• Experience of managing safeguarding risks and understanding legal requirements for safeguarding adults and children
• Evidence of continual professional development
• Understanding of the Recovery Model in mental health
• Understanding of the principles of trauma informed care
• Understanding of suicide prevention and safety planning
• Understanding of the relationship between mental health and social issues and how these issues may impact on physical, mental and emotional wellbeing
• Understanding of relevant legislation and policies
• Awareness of issues in mental health service provision
• A good understanding of mental health conditions
• Experience of working with vulnerable individuals
• Creative and flexible approach to working with individuals
• Ability to deal with stressful and difficult situations in a calm manner and de-escalate challenging situations

Benefits of working with us:

• Contributory Pension Scheme
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays per year, increasing by 1 day per full year of service (up to a maximum of 30 days) [pro rata].
• Employee Rewards and Benefits Platform/Wellness Hub (Perkbox)
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Flexible working
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) including free counselling sessions
• Paid time off for medical appointments
• Training and personal development opportunities
• Access to shared resources and training opportunities via Mind Federated Network

How to apply:

Please provide your CV, and a cover letter demonstrating how you meet the requirements of the Person Specification (see JD attached) and why you want this role.

We are an equal opportunities employer; and are proud to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons from all backgrounds.

HFEH Mind are committed to creating and fostering a culture that promotes safeguarding and the welfare of all children and adults at risk. Our safer recruitment practices support this by ensuring that there is a consistent and thorough process of obtaining, collating, analysing and evaluating information from and about candidates to ensure that all persons appointed are suitable to work with children and vulnerable adults.

Post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Quality and Governance Coordinator  

Age UK Camden is recruiting a skilled and experienced Coordinator to support the organisation in our Quality and Governance functions.  

Age UK Camden is a local, independent and innovative charity which has provided services to older people in Camden for more than 50 years through diverse and inclusive services.  These services are highly valued by the residents of Camden and the voluntary and statutory sectors.  

The successful candidate will: 

• Have a key role in the development and delivery of quality, compliance and corporate support services including strategy and business planning.  

• Be responsible for evidencing that Age UK Camden activities are of the highest possible quality and that they are compliant with national and local specifications, standards and good practice guidelines  

• Be responsible for Board support and other corporate services support.  

 (See Job description for full duties) 

Salary:  SCP 16 to SCP 24 (Dependent on skills and experience) £30,315.45 to £34,964.65 pa FTE (pro rata for a 28 hour week) 

Hours: 28 hours per week Contract Type: Permanent 

Closing date:  Wednesday 7th August 2024 – 9 am Interview dates: TBC 

As part of the application process please submit an application form demonstrating how you meet the shortlisting criteria in the Person Specification. Please also complete and return the criminal convictions declaration form. 

Age UK Camden is an Equal Opportunities and London Living Wage Employer.  Registered Charity No. 293446 

I am excited to be working with an amazing sustainability charity in search of 4 x Grants Programme Officers. This is an immediate start fully remote, full-time (will consider part-time) temp role until the end of September, with possible extension until March 2025! This is a West Midlands based hybrid or fully remote position.

As Grants Programmes Officer you will play a key role in the management of grant and delivery programmes managed by the organisation. You will have responsibility for a range of tasks across the project/grants management cycle, including assessment of funding applications, undertaking due diligence procedures, processing and managing claims, making payments, monitoring projects, analysing programme data, and liaising with project staff, grantees, and funders.

Main duties:

Assess capital grant funding applications using compliance checks, due diligence processes and assessment frameworks

Monitor the delivery of projects and grant spend by assessing progress reports, data returns and grant claims

Input into and use a range of management information systems to support the delivery of the programme

Act as a point of contact for external grant recipients and project delivery staff, providing advice and guidance on monitoring processes and compliance requirements

Process grant claims within the charity’s financial procedures

Produce accurate, high quality written reports for Decision Panels and Managers.

If you have the above skills and experience and are immediately available, please apply online today, I would love to speak to you!

Closing Date: 5pm 7th August

Interview Date: 15/16th August TBC

The post holder will lead on the Foundation’s research communications activities, working closely with the Comms and Digital Lead to execute a research communications strategy. This will ensure that our supporters are kept informed on the latest research developments and enable us to demonstrate the impact of our research.

The post-holder will also support the delivery of our annual grant schemes, as well as helping to manage our portfolio of funded projects. This will involve close working with our Research Programme Managers and include administering, monitoring, evaluating and reporting on the performance of awards, ensuring the outputs are of the highest quality and supporting the charities activities.

The post-holder will have an important role to play in our busy and small-knit research team. They will be exposed to all aspects of grant management and use their communication skills to effectively share more information about the research we fund with our key stakeholders.

Key responsibilities:

Research Communications

• Work closely with the Communications and Digital Manager to oversee our research communications strategy and programme of activity;

• Lead on the development of all external research communications activities to communicate the impact of our research and ensure our supporters are kept up to date with the latest developments. This includes developing news stories, blogs, newsletter content, infographics, research webinar series and our annual research impact report;

• Liaise with our funded researchers to secure pictures and other content (e.g. video) for use on socials including making site visits to labs across the UK;

• Liaise with our communications team and PR agency to take advantage of any press opportunities that arise for our research communications, supporting the development of position statements and press releases.

Research Funding Administration

• Support the Research Programme Managers by ensuring our research grant rounds are effectively administered in line with Association of Medical Research Charity (AMRC) policy, including coordinating comprehensive internal and external peer review, supporting research review committees, drafting feedback for applicants, managing the contracting and financial monitoring of awards;

• Assist the Research Programme Managers in managing the research programme budget including planning, monitoring and forecasting;

• Support the ongoing development and implementation of our online grant management system, Flexi-Grant;

• Track and assess progress of funded awards, building and managing relationships with award holders and maintaining regular communication through the project life cycle;

• Assist the Research Programme Managers in preparing reports and correspondence for the Board of Trustees related to funded awards.

General Responsibilities

• Contribute to the team being proactive and supportive, and working effectively and efficiently to achieve agreed objectives;

• Contribute to the development and maintenance of strong internal relationships across the charity, working specifically with the Fundraising Team to support income generation;

• Represent the Foundation at external scientific meetings and conferences;

• Undertake other work as required by the Research Programme Managers or Director of Research.

Skills and experience required:

• Educated to postgraduate level in a relevant biomedical science subject e.g. biology, molecular sciences, neuroscience, pharmacology;

• Experience of research communications, including the ability to disseminate complex scientific information and present it to non-technical audiences;

• A great communicator, with excellent written and oral skills and the ability to build and maintain relationships with a wide range of stakeholders;

• Proven project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects at the same time;

• Self-motivated, proactive and able to work using own initiative;

• Organised, with a proven ability to successfully manage a broad spectrum of tasks, deadlines and individuals;

• Motivated to make a real difference for those living with MND and future generations.

This is a full time, home-based role, with travel across the UK.

Work setting: Hybrid

Salary: Between £28,337 and £31,485 per annum

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full-time (35 hours per week)

Location: London

Are you an organised and proactive professional used to assisting Fundraising Managers in the development, maintenance and review of processes? Do you enjoy developing and maintaining healthy relationships with different stakeholders? Are you committed to high standards of service and customer support?

TPP are recruiting a Fundraising Support Officer on behalf of our client, a well-established charity focused on supporting and protecting children.

The Role:

As the Fundraising Support Officer, you will ensure the team operates effectively, supporting the recruitment and maintenance of individual supporters. You will work closely with the Associate Head of Acquisition and Products and support team members in delivering on fundraising objectives.

Main responsibilities:

• Provide efficient Fundraising Admin Support services to the Acquisition and Products team.
• Assist Fundraising Managers with the development and maintenance of processes and procedures.
• Support administrative tasks, including performance reporting and stakeholder engagement.
• Collaborate with the Acquisition and Products team to deliver against the Individual Supporters strategy.
• Manage the administration of the Acquisition and Products budget, including raising purchase orders and processing invoices.
• Analyse and present data, prepare briefing notes, and contribute to campaign reports.
• Support e-commerce operations, including product restocking, supplier communications, and customer service.

Essential requirements:

• Excellent communication skills and ability to convey complex information effectively.
• Strong ability to collate and present numerical and financial data.
• Good time management skills, with the ability to meet deadlines for multiple projects.
• Experience in maintaining good relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience in a customer-led environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Flexibility and willingness to adapt to changing work requirements.

If this sounds like the role for you, then we would love to hear back. We are reviewing CVs as and when we are receiving them so, if you are keen to apply, then please do so today!

TPP are always keen to speak with candidates looking to work in the sector so if this role isn't quite right for you, please do check out our website and pop your CV over to us!

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.

We are proud to be partnering with an environmentally focused, grant giving organisation to help source their new Senior HR Officer on a temporary basis for the next 3 months with a view to becoming permanent. Fully remote, full time and occasional visits to London. Immediate start.

You will lead in the coordination of the charity’s HR functions, particular with a focus on an employee’s life cycle. You will be responsible for coordinating a range of human resource functions including recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration, and performance management and professional development.

The Senior HR Officer supports the Director of Finance and Operations in ensuring that the Human Resources Function is strategic, strategically aligned, and effective. The roles set the foundational processes in place to facilitate people decision making in a manner that enhances organisational impact.

● Lead in all HR function coordination aspects
● Ownership of all employee life cycle functions; from recruitment and onboarding to voluntary separation - and ensure that every staff member experiences the charity in a value aligned and consistent manner.
● Contribute to strategic HR planning and facilitate implementation. Including contributing to the development of and facilitating implementation of HR strategies that address change requirements of the organisation.
● Contribute to policy development and facilitate implementation and compliance.
● Lead in developing and maintaining HR metrics, including providing data and information enabling HR governance and advisory functions to be fulfilled as well as HR compensation and incentive plans to be developed. More specifically: Lead the coordination of maintenance HR functions
● Develop standard operating procedures for all routine HR Coordination activities. Take ownership of all employee life cycle functions - and ensure that every staff member experiences the charity in a value aligned and consistent manner - from recruitment to separation.

At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity.

In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will arrange for a call to brief you on the role. We are looking forward to connecting with you.

Internally your job title will be Recovery Worker.

You’re caring, flexible and creative, thrive under pressure, know how to connect with people at all levels and really enjoy helping others to live as independently as possible. You’d also like to be part of an organisation that counts on the professionalism, insight, expertise and passion of its staff to inspire individual recovery for the people they work with. Welcome to Richmond Fellowship’s Adelphi Court as a Recovery Worker.

Adelphi Court is a mental health, supported housing and community based service, working to a recovery model. We provide a range of support services for people with mental ill health to access in their local community, including outreach support, peer support and supported housing. We have been operating in the area for a number of years and offer a staffed service to our residents aged 18 and upwards. Our service is partially staffed between the hours of 09:00 and 21:30, with a mixture of shifts to cover service delivery. You will be required to work every second weekend.

We know that recovery can look and feel very different to each and every one of us. But we also know that if we provide the right support, at the right time, we can inspire recovery nationwide and that recovery is possible for everyone. That’s where you come in. Responsible for helping and inspiring the people who use our services to maintain their tenancy and independence in the community, we’ll rely on you to work with them to come up with a personal support plan that will see them achieve their goals and aspirations. Whether it’s developing their domestic and finance management skills or accessing work, leisure or educational opportunities, one thing’s for sure ‐ you will have every chance to shine.

No relevant experience is required as full training will be provided, although candidates with an understanding of mental health issues and/or lived experience would be welcomed. More important is your caring and compassionate nature and empathy and enthusiasm for helping others. Whatever your background, you’ll need to be happy to work both independently and within a team and willing to be part of a weekly rota system and flexible hours.

In return for your skills and enthusiasm, this role comes with some really great benefits and excellent training and development opportunities.

This is a permanent part-time role requiring the post holder to work 30 hours per week.

We are committed to increasing our diversity and welcome applications from those with Lived Experience.

To apply, please send a CV and covering letter explaining why you feel you are right for the role.

On 1st June 2024, Richmond Fellowship, part of Recovery Focus, a national group of charities highly experienced in providing specialist support services to individuals and families living with the effects of mental ill health, drug and alcohol use, gambling and domestic violence merged with Humankind to form a single organisation that provides the joined-up mental health, housing and drug and alcohol support we’ve all known has been needed for decades. In October 2024, Humankind will be renamed to reflect the new organisation.

Black Thrive Global are seeking a proactive and strategic Independent Advisory Group Programme Manager with a passion for equity in mental health services and capable of driving meaningful change through collaboration with diverse community members and partners.

To apply you will need to submit a CV of no more than 3 pages and attach a Cover letter outlining how your experiences matches the job requirements.

About Black Thrive

Black Thrive Global (BTG) evolved from the work of the Black Thrive Lambeth Partnership, established in 2016. We exist to address the inequalities that negatively impact the mental health and well-being 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 and Overview

The PCREF Programme aims to reduce and ultimately eliminate racial disparities in the services provided by the South London and Maudsley (SLaM) NHS Trust. The programme's success will be monitored through the Trust’s Performance & Quality system, emphasising collaboration between the Trust's staff, Black service users, their carers, and Black communities. The goal is to ensure equitable access, experiences, and outcomes for Black citizens utilising the Trust's services.

The Programme Manager for the Independent Advisory Groups (IAGs) in Lambeth and Southwark is crucial in advancing the objectives of the PCREF. This role focuses on fostering active community participation, building capacity, and ensuring that Black communities are equal partners in the transformational change programme. The Programme Manager will lead the development and support of local IAGs, ensuring robust governance, structure, and capacity building to improve mental health services.

Supporting the IAGs and the IAG chairs is fundamental to this role. It serves to enhance the capacity of the IAGs and chairs. Whilst the job description provides a succinct outline of responsibilities, ultimately the needs of the IAGs will be paramount, with direct leadership from the Director at Black Thrive. This role is in collaboration with various stakeholders, with a clearer focus on project mismanagement and varied learning styles. Leadership must be aligned with the IAGs, ensuring diverse and inclusive practices.

Supporting policy development is crucial, and there should be an agreement on oversight, with all parties having joint oversight and review responsibilities. Reporting back to the IAGs will be a key component.

The Programme Manager is expected to be a proactive and strategic leader, passionate about equity in mental health services and capable of driving meaningful change through collaboration with diverse community members and partners. This role demands a commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment where Black communities can actively participate in shaping mental health services.

Duties and Responsibilities

DEVELOPMENT AND SUPPORT

· Establish and Develop IAGs: Lead on supporting the creation and ongoing development of local IAGs in Lambeth and Southwark, ensuring robust governance structures and effective capacity building.

· Resource Management: support in Identifying and secure necessary resources, including financial, human, and material, to support IAG activities in both boroughs.

· Recruitment and Role Assignment: support in the recruit of diverse community members from Lambeth and Southwark to join IAGs, ensuring roles and responsibilities are clearly defined and assigned.

· General Management Duties: Temporarily oversee and manage day-to-day operations, supporting community service development initiatives and ensuring smooth running of IAG activities.

COMMUNITY ENGAGMENT AND COLLABORATION

· Facilitate Community Engagement: Support both IAG chairs in enhancing community engagement through active participation in IAGs, collaborating with SLaM and various voluntary/community organisations.

· Encourage Broader Participation: Foster participation from various community, statutory, and non-statutory organisations in IAG and PCREF activities.

· Build Relationships: Develop and maintain strong relationships with local organisations, facilitating networking opportunities, and representing IAGs at PCREF events both online and in-person.

· Support IAGs: Provide continuous support and enhance the operational capacity of IAGs through regular check-ins, resource allocation, and problem-solving assistance.

COMMUNICATION AND PROMOTION

· Event Coordination: Plan, host, and deliver events, conferences, training sessions, and workshops to promote local services in both boroughs.

· Develop Communication Tools: Produce and disseminate communication materials in collaboration with the IAGS such as newsletters, toolkits, booklets, and feedback forms to support IAG activities and community engagement.

MEETINGS AND REPORTING

· Organise Meetings: Schedule and attend IAG and PCREF community meetings across Lambeth, Southwark, and other involved boroughs.

· Collaboration with Programme Managers: Work closely with the Croydon BME IAG Programme Manager and other stakeholders, attending regular update and planning meetings.

· Impact Measurement: Collaborate with the Maudsley Charity and Black Thrive to discuss and measure the impact of initiatives, generating detailed reports for stakeholders including for both IAGS.

PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION

· Stay Informed: Keep abreast of PCREF change ideas and opportunities for IAG member contributions.

· Task Coordination: Oversee and coordinate additional tasks to ensure project success, managing administrative duties efficiently in line with IAG requirements.

· Policy Adherence: Ensure compliance with all relevant policies and procedures, including General Data Protection Regulations 2018.

· Budget Management: Manage and provide oversight of the project budget, supporting the development and delivery of the PCREF IAG Leadership Academy.

· Documentation Management: Maintain key documents and trackers from ideation to delivery, ensuring accurate record-keeping and reporting.

DEVELOPMENT AND DELIVERY

· Assist in the creation and execution of the IAG Leadership Academy. Ensure the effective implementation of change ideas in both Lambeth and Southwark.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

IAG Programme Manager, Black Thrive - Lambeth

Experience and Ability

E = Essential, D = Desirable

1. Proven experience in community engagement and capacity building (E)

2. Experience working with diverse community groups and stakeholders

3. Experience in planning, implementation, and evaluation of projects (E)

4. Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously (E)

5. Experience leading community engagement initiatives and supporting third-sector organisations (E)

6. Proven ability to ensure the inclusion of diverse community voices in organisational and systemic frameworks, particularly in mental health contexts (E)

7. Prior experience working within the Lambeth or Southwark localities or similar localities (D)

8. Experience in systems change initiatives and in providing support and leadership for teams operating within such frameworks (D)

9. Previous experience in project management, preferably within mental health and/or health and social care environment (E)

Skills and Knowledge

10. Ability to produce and disseminate communication materials such as newsletters, toolkits, and feedback forms. (E)

11. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of building and maintaining strong relationships with a variety of stakeholders, partners, and team members (E)

12. Robust knowledge of health and social care structures and systems, with a focus on mental health (E)

13. Experience of working with service-users within a mental health or social care setting.

14. Experience of working (or living) within a diverse community, with a strong understanding of the cultural contexts related to mental health and wellbeing.

15. Knowledge of the Patient and Carer Race Equality Framework (PCREF) and its application within the NHS (D)

16. Commitment to the values and mission of Black Thrive and an understanding of the strategic objectives of the organisation (E)

17. Flexibility to work outside of standard office hours, including weekends and evenings, as required (E)

18. Additional qualifications or training in leadership, project management, or a related field (D)

19. Competency in additional languages spoken within the local community may be beneficial (D)

20. Flexibility to respond to the needs of the project (E)

An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be required. Still, we will treat applicants with a criminal record relatively well and not unreasonably discriminate because of a conviction or other information revealed

THE ROLE: Part-time (22.5-30 hours per week) / Fixed term until 31 March 2025 with possible extension / Job description and benefits are available to download

Our mission is to help children and young people have a fair chance to be who they want to be. We do this by providing a safe home, increasing life skills and self-confidence, and improving emotional wellbeing and mental health.

YMCA What is Sexual Exploitation (WiSE) works to prevent and disrupt the sexual exploitation of children and young people aged 5-25 across East Sussex, Brighton and Hove, and Surrey. We are a specialist team of passionate, dedicated professionals who support each other to work in this challenging area. We deliver trauma informed, consent-based work with young people, schools, statutory services and Sussex Police. We focus on one-to-one interventions as well as group work, training for professionals.

As a Sexual Exploitation Worker SOLAH ("safer online at home") you will provide early intervention support to children and young people 5-25 years who have been identified as being at risk of sexual or criminal exploitation. In this role you will support these young people to stay safe online and, in their communities, by providing consultation, support and guidance to other professionals working directly with children and young people who are at risk of being exploited. Exploring risk, healthy/unhealthy relationships, sex and consent, negotiation and assertiveness, protective behaviours, personal boundaries, harmful sexual behaviours, gender identities and concepts of masculinity. 

You will work in partnership with Sussex Police delivering short term interventions to young people who have been identified as having shared sexual content online. In addition, you will deliver Child Sexual Exploitation training to the wider professional workforce.

You will be primarily based in our partner Eastbourne office and travel to meet young people across East Sussex, with some opportunity to work from home. Work pattern can be discussed at interview. It is essential you hold a full UK driving license and have access to your own car for this role.

ABOUT YOU: We know there are great candidates who may not fit everything described, or who have important skills we have not mentioned. If that is you, please do not hesitate to apply and tell us about yourself and why perhaps you are looking to take the next step. 

You will already have experience supporting children and young people aged 5-25 years old, working with parents/carers, along with proven experience in safeguarding children and young people at risk of serious harm. You will have knowledge of the risks posed to vulnerable young people through criminal and sexual exploitation, along with safeguarding knowledge and experience managing safeguarding concerns. Ideally you will have experience of working within education settings and/or providing practice support or mentoring to other professionals. 

CLOSING DATE: 11 August 2024 at midnight, we reserve the right to close this advert early if a successful candidate is found, so please submit your application as soon as possible.

The Researcher will be trained to apply our ratings system to the companies behind the brands in our product guides, as well as to perform company screenings for external clients. Researchers input research into our database, write accompanying articles for our magazine and website, and produce research for external clients and for consultancy projects as and when required. This role will also include some business marketing.

Ethical Consumer is a not-for-profit multi-stakeholder cooperative, and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We use name-blind shortlisting. The offices are upstairs in a wheelchair accessible building in Manchester. Remote working is possible.

New staff are required to work a probationary period of nine months, before they can become permanent staff and full members. Due to the length of training and the nature of this role, we are looking for people interested in working with Ethical Consumer medium to long term.

All members share the responsibilities of running the co-operative, including taking part in the decision-making process and joining relevant subgroups to help manage eg finance, personnel or consultancy.

Specific responsibilities – Researchers will:

• Help to produce research for publication in Ethical Consumer magazine and on its website

• Contribute to screenings or consultancy work as agreed collectively. Recently, clients have included selected organisations such as Lush Cosmetics, Amnesty International, Fair Tax Mark and Which? magazine.

• This role will also require providing some assistance with business marketing work within our marketing team.​

Do you want to work with a leading advocacy charity organisation supporting those in need?

Do you have experience of working or volunteering in welfare, support or health and social care and are looking for a new challenge?

Are you keen to make a difference to people who want to be heard?

Then come and join us here at VoiceAbility.

We are looking for a new Advocate to join our team in Warwickshire on a fixed term contract. We are seeking applicants who have transferable skills, a willingness to learn and a desire to help those in need of support.

About us

VoiceAbility is an independent charity and one of the UK’s largest providers of advocacy and involvement services. We deliver a wide range of service contracts funded by local authorities, health trusts and other voluntary and private sector organisations.

We’ve been supporting people to have their say in decisions about their health, care, and wellbeing for over 40 years. We make sure people are heard when it matters most.  For more information on what Advocacy is and the services offered then please visit our website.

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity for an Advocate to join our team covering Warwickshire. Your role will require you to travel to locations such as clients’ homes, hospitals, care homes and within community settings across the area to meet with clients and professionals. You will be home based for administration; therefore, access to your own transportation and a suitable home internet connection is essential. 

About you

Desirably you will have some experience of working in advocacy, or providing welfare, supporting, or caring for Adults or young people who have support needs, ideally for those with a variety of communication needs, mental ill health, physical health issues, or barriers to accessing education and support.

You should have worked or volunteered in health, social care, welfare, support services, education or young person’s services, or advice and guidance.

How will you make a difference?

You will be responsible for ensuring the individual’s wishes, feelings, beliefs, needs, and values are met to create positive outcomes for the people you support.

You will support people to speak up for themselves and grow in confidence, equip them to understand and exercise their rights and options, and will assist them in the decision-making process relating to their care, treatment, and support.

You will work resourcefully and collaboratively with the individuals you support.  You’ll be creative in your approach to empower our clients by ensuring you meaningfully explain people’s options and rights to them.  You’ll support individuals to fully participate in decisions affecting them and will make sure they have their voices heard. 

Professional Development?

You will have plenty of opportunities to enhance your professional abilities and you will make a real difference every day.

Benefits:

• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays pro-rata
• 5% employer pension & 3% employee contribution
• Salary sacrifice pension scheme
• Separate Life Assurance Cover
• Staff discount scheme including retail discounts, entertainment, holidays etc
• Discounted Gym Membership; Employee Assistance programme
• Supportive working environment fostering a good work/life balance
• Support with continuous professional development

Equality and Diversity

VoiceAbility believes in fostering an inclusive workplace which welcomes, values and celebrates the diversity of its staff and partners, treats all on a basis of equality and encourages all to meet their maximum potential.

VoiceAbility are a Disability Confident employer, any applicant that identifies themselves as having a disability and can demonstrate that they meet all the essential criteria for the role will be offered an interview. If you need to apply in a different way, please contact HR for further options.

How to apply

To apply for this role please sign up for a recruitment account by clicking the apply button on this page. Follow the instructions to create your account, upload your CV, and complete our short application form.

Important Dates:

Closing date for applications; Midnight on 18 August 2024 however, VoiceAbility reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy before this date.

Don’t forget to read the person specification so you can tell us about yourself and how your skills, abilities and experiences match the criteria outlined in the person specification.

Hint: you can use work, personal and/or voluntary experiences, and examples to tell us why you should be our next Advocate.

We look forward to hearing from you.