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The Communications Manager (Campaigns and Projects) will be a skilled communications professional with strong campaign and project management skills and a passion for driving the conversation about dementia.
They’ll be a proactive team player with excellent writing skills, experience of engaging across different channels, from PR to digital, and a track record of delivering integrated communications campaigns with impact.
Reporting to the Senior Communications Manager, the Communications Manager (Campaigns and Projects) will work collaboratively across the department and wider organisation to support the timely and effective delivery of large communications projects – including the charity’s flagship Think Brain Health public health campaign, and the biennial Dementia Attitudes Monitor survey. They will put strategic thinking into action to help identify key communications priority areas across the charity and facilitate the generation of creative cross-channel content to engage the public with these important issues.
This post holder will need to have extensive experience of planning and managing multiple projects – ideally public health campaigns and/or attitudinal insight work - and building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Main duties and responsibilities of the role:
· Work collaboratively across the charity to lead and coordinate communications activity around dementia prevention/risk reduction, including the charity’s Think Brain Health campaign, by developing and delivering digital content; testing and developing messaging; and overseeing paid media activity.
· Work with colleagues in Digital and Marketing depts to continue to develop, optimise and promote the Think Brain Health ‘check-in’, including refining onward email journeys, testing and developing paid media activity, and ensuring the check-in drives the most value for Alzheimer's Research UK.
· Lead the development of the news section of Alzheimer's Research UK’s website, in collaboration with our Digital department, including planning content across the Communications teams, optimising user experience, ensuring effective allocation of paid media budget, and monitoring content performance.
· Ensure our prevention/risk reduction activity reaches appropriate audiences, including underserved communities, working closely with our Dementia Community Champions and Information Services teams
· Provide project management support to large-scale communications projects across the department, working collaboratively with fellow Communications Managers to support the smooth and timely delivery of ambitious projects including PR campaigns, video production, launches and a wide range of digital engagement projects.
· Lead the design, planning and delivery of our biennial Dementia Attitudes Monitor, including identifying opportunities for subsequent communications activity, working with other Communications Managers as appropriate.
· Monitor relevant media coverage; keep up to date with social, scientific and charitable sector issues which could benefit Alzheimer’s Research UK.
· Line manager of the Communications Officer (Campaigns & Projects), setting goals, monitoring performance and providing effective support, constructive feedback and development opportunities as appropriate.
· Maintain oversight of key areas of work carried out by the Communications Officer (Campaigns & Projects), managing workload and ensuring their time is appropriately managed to provide support where it’s most needed across the department.
· Additional requirements in line with the role.
What we are looking for:
· Knowledge of the core components of good communications campaigns, how to ensure and evaluate their success.
· Knowledge of digital marketing theory and practice.
· Knowledge of web content management and digital publishing
· Excellent Project Management and organisational skills and an ability to work effectively and mindfully across teams of internal and external stakeholders to deliver shared objectives.
· Experience of digital content strategy and management, and web publishing.
· Excellent writing, sub-editing and proofing skills, with an eye for detail and accuracy.
· Ability to creatively distil complex topics into engaging content.
· Ability to communicate appropriately and sensitively with people affected by dementia.
· Confidence working with computers; knowledge of Microsoft office packages and databases, good keyboard skills
· A confident and friendly manner; would feel at ease representing the charity to a range of audiences
· Working with independence, intelligence, drive and initiative
Additional Information:
Ways of working: As part of our Agile ways of working you will be required to work approximately 2 days a week from the office, which is subject to the requirements of the role and the business needs. Flexibility on where you work can be split between working from home and our office.
Roles that are classed as part of the Agile ways of working are not able to claim any costs for Mileage/Travel on Public Transport, Accommodation and/or Meals. This includes when attending the office for various meetings/events.
Our Office: Our office is at 3 Riverside, Granta Park, Great Abington, Cambridge, CB21 6AD.
Salary: Circa £44,000 per annum, plus benefits.
Please download the Vacancy Pack on our website for more information.
The closing date for applications is the 13th October 2024, with interviews likely to be held week commencing the 23rd October 2024. We would encourage you to submit your application at the earliest opportunity as the closing date may be brought forward at any time. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date.
We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures, in particular those from ethnic minority backgrounds who are currently under-represented. Any offer of employment is however subject to you having the right to work in the UK.
As part of our commitment to be an inclusive employer and ensure fairness and consistency in selecting the best candidate for this role, your CV will be anonymised. Please however note we are unable to anonymise the application question which you are required to complete. When answering this question please remove any personal information, including your name. All questions answered as part of your application are also anonymised and not shared with the hiring panel. The hiring panel will only be made aware of your name and address once you are invited for an interview. Should you need any adjustments at either the application or interview stage, then please contact us via our website.
How to apply: Please create an online account using our Online Recruitment Platform which can be accessed through our Job Vacancies page. You will be able to attach your CV to your application and track the status of your application.
About Alzheimer’s Research UK:
Alzheimer's Research UK is the UK's leading dementia research charity. Our mission is to accelerate progress towards a cure. Today 1 in 2 people will be impacted by dementia, either through caring for a loved one, developing it themselves or tragically both. But there is hope.
There has never been a more important and exciting time in dementia research. With promising new drugs in clinical trials that slow the progression of the diseases that cause it, and revolutionary new ways to diagnose them on the horizon, we are now at a tipping point. Working with the smartest minds globally and across the UK, with industry and academia, Alzheimer’s Research UK is uniquely placed to invest in the very best research identifying barriers to a cure and knocking them down so that there are more and better treatments for everyone with dementia. For the first time in history, we can see a future where people with dementia can get a swift and accurate diagnosis, and effective treatments that could slow or even stop their disease. We stand for everyone affected by dementia. We stand for a cure.
In 2022, we were incredibly proud to be awarded a 3-star accreditation by Best Companies which recognises ‘World Class’ levels of workplace engagement and were also listed in the prestigious Best Companies lists:
• 48th in the 100 Best Large Companies to Work For in the UK.
• 19th in the 100 Best Companies to Work For in the East of England.
• 3rd in the 50 Best Companies to Work For in the Charity Sector.
In addition, we were also shortlisted for a special award recognising the work undertaken on reducing our environmental impact.
In 2021, we were awarded the HR Management award by The Charity Times for our Wellbeing initiatives throughout the pandemic.
In 2020, we demonstrated our commitment to changing the way we think and act about mental health in the workplace and signed the Time to Change Employer Pledge.
ARUK really does look after its people, where you will be able to add value and make a difference.
To view further details about working for us and the benefits we offer, please visit Alzheimer’s Research UK
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Head of Communications plays a leadership role in the management, development, and protection of ARUK’s external voice, profile and reputation. The role leads a highly engaged and high-performing Department that brings the work of Alzheimer’s Research UK to life and rallies people to our cause, sharpening our messages and shaping what the public thinks and feels about dementia.
Alzheimer’s Research UK is a leading voice on dementia and research, and this postholder will ensure that the charity speaks consistently and expertly on a range of topics from inspiring donors to influencing government. They will lead a department covering PR, strategic communications, case study stories, science and policy communications.
The Head brings expertise developing communications campaigns, and in creating and adapting messaging for a range of external audiences. Their expertise will bring the work of ARUK to life through PR, multimedia storytelling, and compelling fundraising copy. Their broad remit will also lead our work to shape public understanding of dementia through public health campaigns like Think Brain Health and by tracking national perceptions through the Dementia Attitudes Monitor.
They will grow the reach and influence of ARUK, defining communications priorities, and positioning ARUK and its Senior Leadership team as expert voices nationally and internationally.
The Head reports into the Executive Director of Policy & Communications and works closely with the Director of Research, Heads of Policy and Public Affairs, and Brand and Digital to ensure those interacting with Alzheimer’s Research UK receive a consistent and high-quality supporter experience. The postholder will be experienced at managing large teams and working across multiple projects, bringing the drive to seek out new and proactive opportunities for the department and wider charity.
Main duties and responsibilities of the role:
· Leadership of the multi-disciplinary Communications Department, line managing three Senior Managers and a total department of around 20 people.
· Manage the annual planning, budgeting and reforecasting process, ensuring that actual expenditure delivers within budgeted targets.
· Oversee the Department’s PR activities: maintaining ARUK as a trusted voice and thought leader on research and policy developments; tracking the impact of our PR work against the Comms Strategy and with our media monitoring agency; and developing effective PR strategies to optimise reach to key audiences.
· Use quantitative and qualitative insight to develop and expand the charity’s core messaging, ensuring consistent and compelling communications about dementia and research in line with the ARUK brand.
· Ensure first-class communications, PR and copywriting support to fundraising teams across the charity, working closely with Fundraising Heads of Department to develop high-level fundraising propositions and pitches.
· Leadership of cross-organisational groups to define the communications and influencing priorities for ARUK, and develop robust multi-channel comms plans, positioning and supporting the Senior Leadership team and senior ambassadors.
· Oversee crisis communications and management of the charity’s external reputation, including delivery of the Annual Report and Review.
· Champion the sensitive and appropriate use of real-life case studies across the charity and in the media.
· Track public perceptions of dementia, including overseeing delivery of the charity’s Dementia Attitudes Monitor, using that insight to inform new campaigns and approaches to tackle key issues or reach groups with lowest levels of engagement.
· Identify and deliver wide-reaching health campaigns to address key areas of misunderstanding or disengagement, including leading the development and growth of the charity’s Think Brain Health campaign.
· High level representation of ARUK at project boards and external working groups as appropriate.
· Provide strong leadership and support to the Communications Department, through coaching, mentoring and developing individuals to deliver an effective and efficient service across the charity.
· Carry out performance appraisal meetings and effectively promote team building and collaborative working to deliver the strategic and operational plans.
What we are looking for:
· Experience working in a communications leadership or strategy role in a national organisation in the private, public, or voluntary sector.
· Experience working extensively with the media, including managing complex health, science or policy issues.
· Knowledge of how to develop inclusive communications, particularly reaching individuals with lower health literacy.
· Experience leading market research and user insight projects to shape campaigns and messaging.
· Excellent journalistic skills and an understanding of how to influence and use the media, including thought leadership.
· Extensive experience developing and delivering multi-media and multi-channel communication strategies to reach both mass and specialist audiences.
· Detailed understanding of the medical research environment.
· Exceptional leadership skills and experience of managing diverse teams.
· Excellent organizational skills; the ability to manage a large number of tasks to meet multiple deadlines.
· Exemplary leadership with both short and long term strategic vision
· Excellent communicator with an ability to build relationships and inspire confidence and respect at all levels. Demonstrates strong negotiation and decision-making skills
· Excellent listening skills, receptive to feedback and demonstrates flexibility, curiosity and an ability to learn
· Strong team player who can work both independently and collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders
· A self-starter, able to work with independence, intelligence, drive and initiative to identify new opportunities and areas of strategic growth.
· Creative flair, with an eye for detail, compelling copy and engaging ideas – able to spot opportunities and develop them for the benefit of ARUK and its beneficiaries.
· Ability to explain complex information to all stakeholders
· A confident speaker, able to represent the charity to the highest level in pitches, media interviews and meetings.
· Demonstrates and encourages ownership and responsibility; builds drive and motivation in others – has a ‘can-do’ attitude and is committed to delivering results, and strives for continuous improvement
· Strong ethical standards and a high level of personal integrity.
· High self-awareness and low ego: works with an open, transparent and authentic style
· Willingness and ability to travel independently in the UK and beyond, to work outside of regular office hours.
Additional Information:
Ways of working: As part of our Agile ways of working you will be required to work approximately 2 days a week from the office, which is subject to the requirements of the role and the business needs. Flexibility on where you work can be split between working from home and our office.
Roles that are classed as part of the Agile ways of working are not able to claim any costs for Mileage/Travel on Public Transport, Accommodation and/or Meals. This includes when attending the office for various meetings/events.
Our Office: Our office is at 3 Riverside, Granta Park, Great Abington, Cambridge, CB21 6AD.
Salary: Circa £65,000 per annum, plus benefits
Please download the Vacancy Pack on our website for more information.
The closing date for applications is the 13th October 2024, with interviews likely to be held week commencing the 23rd October 2024. We would encourage you to submit your application at the earliest opportunity as the closing date may be brought forward at any time. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date.
We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures, in particular those from ethnic minority backgrounds who are currently under-represented. Any offer of employment is however subject to you having the right to work in the UK.
As part of our commitment to be an inclusive employer and ensure fairness and consistency in selecting the best candidate for this role, your CV will be anonymised. Please however note we are unable to anonymise the application question which you are required to complete. When answering this question please remove any personal information, including your name. All questions answered as part of your application are also anonymised and not shared with the hiring panel. The hiring panel will only be made aware of your name and address once you are invited for an interview. Should you need any adjustments at either the application or interview stage, then please contact us via our website.
How to apply: Please create an online account using our Online Recruitment Platform which can be accessed through our Job Vacancies page. You will be able to attach your CV to your application and track the status of your application.
About Alzheimer’s Research UK:
Alzheimer's Research UK is the UK's leading dementia research charity. Our mission is to accelerate progress towards a cure. Today 1 in 2 people will be impacted by dementia, either through caring for a loved one, developing it themselves or tragically both. But there is hope.
There has never been a more important and exciting time in dementia research. With promising new drugs in clinical trials that slow the progression of the diseases that cause it, and revolutionary new ways to diagnose them on the horizon, we are now at a tipping point. Working with the smartest minds globally and across the UK, with industry and academia, Alzheimer’s Research UK is uniquely placed to invest in the very best research identifying barriers to a cure and knocking them down so that there are more and better treatments for everyone with dementia. For the first time in history, we can see a future where people with dementia can get a swift and accurate diagnosis, and effective treatments that could slow or even stop their disease. We stand for everyone affected by dementia. We stand for a cure.
In 2022, we were incredibly proud to be awarded a 3-star accreditation by Best Companies which recognises ‘World Class’ levels of workplace engagement and were also listed in the prestigious Best Companies lists:
• 48th in the 100 Best Large Companies to Work For in the UK.
• 19th in the 100 Best Companies to Work For in the East of England.
• 3rd in the 50 Best Companies to Work For in the Charity Sector.
In addition, we were also shortlisted for a special award recognising the work undertaken on reducing our environmental impact.
In 2021, we were awarded the HR Management award by The Charity Times for our Wellbeing initiatives throughout the pandemic.
In 2020, we demonstrated our commitment to changing the way we think and act about mental health in the workplace and signed the Time to Change Employer Pledge.
ARUK really does look after its people, where you will be able to add value and make a difference.
To view further details about working for us and the benefits we offer, please visit Alzheimer’s Research UK
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
St Peter’s Charity is a small Charity founded in 1861. Once an order of Anglican religious sisters running hospitals, today the Charity runs St Columba’s House Christian retreat and conference centre and a small grant making trust. We are based in Woking, Surrey.
A part time Finance Manager is needed to cover all the finance and accounting functions within the Charity from payroll to producing monthly management accounts and presenting reports at Trustee meetings. This role is varied and rewarding as it plays an important part in the management of our Charity.
We are seeking a suitably qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA or equivalent) who is warm, approachable and efficient.
Applicants need to be sympathetic to the work of St Columba’s House, which, while rooted in our Anglican foundation, welcomes clients and staff from all faiths and none. We offer a friendly, attractive place to work as part of a small team.
The post holder would be expected to work on site.
Retreat Centre and Grant Making Trust
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you our next Director of Development and Communications?
- Do you have a proven track record in fundraising, development, and communications?
- Do you enjoy rolling your sleeves up and personally getting stuck in, as well as working collaboratively with partners, teams, and boards?
- Are you passionate, as we are, about addressing poverty and inequality in London?
- If so, then you might be just the person we are looking for to lead our ambitious development and communications strategies for Islington Giving and Cripplegate Foundation.
We’re looking for a dynamic and passionate individual to lead on development, fundraising and communications at Islington Giving and Cripplegate Foundation. This is a unique chance to drive impactful change, working closely with our CEO, Senior Management Team and Governors to build on recent partnership successes, to contribute to our recently extended strategy, meet income targets, and build a strong network of supporters.
The Director Development and Communications will play a crucial role in amplifying our work, fostering philanthropy, and strengthening relationships with donors, businesses, trusts and foundations. If you’re a strategic leader with a talent for building partnerships, thrive in a collaborative environment, and are eager to lead a small, dedicated team, we’d love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead fundraising efforts across multiple streams, with a focus on expanding individual and business giving.
- Cultivate and maintain relationships with key donors, partners, and supporters.
- Drive communications strategies to amplify Islington Giving’s impact and raise the profile of small grassroots groups in our community.
- Manage a passionate team, overseeing their development and performance.
- Ensure financial targets are met, and fundraising activities comply with regulatory standards.
See the candidate information pack (Found in 'How to Apply') for more details.
We value diversity, equality, and inclusivity. Applications are especially welcomed from underrepresented backgrounds, including but not limited to gender, race, age, sexual orientation, disability, and religion. Please let us know if you require any further support with this application, or the role.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
**Please find the applicant pack with full details of the role in the documents section below.***
Thank you for considering working with us at LTSB.
It is an exciting time to join the charity as we embark on a new five year strategy. If you are passionate about Social Mobility and motivated by supporting young people living in some of the UK’s most deprived areas, this could be the charity for you!
Our Careers Development Managers (CDMs) are the main point of contact for young people on our social mobility programmes. The main focus of the role is the recruitment, development and support of young people into meaningful careers.
CDMs create recruitment networks in their areas and lead bootcamps to improve their employability (e.g. interview techniques) and to enhance their personal and leadership abilities (e.g. critical thinking). Once young people are hired, CDMs use their established relationship to provide pastoral care and in-work support.
LTSB’s vision is A world where all young people can choose their careers, with an emphasis on improving the lives of young people from disadvantaged backgrounds. The successful candidate will have a proven commitment to improving the lives of young people from disadvantaged backgrounds, and they have an excellent understanding of social mobility, diversity and inclusion issues, and how these factors impact young people.
LTSB does not have its own offices, so you will work remotely, but this role has significant in-person delivery expectations at partner organisations and corporate supporters, as well as occasion travel to our city hubs Birmingham, Liverpool, London, and Manchester. Position will require DBS Disclosure at enhanced level.
The application process for Careers Development Manager has two stages:
- A first round interview, held remotely over Zoom
- A second round delivery to a cohort of young people, followed by panel interview.
To apply, submit a CV and a personal statement of no more than two pages outlining how you fit the person specifications, and why you feel you can contribute to LTSB’s work.
Apply by 5pm, Sunday 27th October 2024.
Interview dates 1st round - W/C 4th November
Interview date 2nd round - W/C 18th November
Role start date: Monday 13th January 2025 (TBC)
If you are interested in discussing the role or the charity in advance of applying, please contact our Programme Manager Danya on danya @ ltsb.charity.
Good luck!
Rob Burton,
CEO, LTSB
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
***Please find the applicant pack with full details of the role in the documents section below.***
Thank you for considering working with us at LTSB.
It is an exciting time to join the charity as we embark on a new five year strategy. If you are passionate about Social Mobility and motivated by supporting young people living in some of the UK’s most deprived areas, this could be the charity for you!
Our Careers Development Managers (CDMs) are the main point of contact for young people on our social mobility programmes. The main focus of the role is the recruitment, development and support of young people into meaningful careers.
CDMs create recruitment networks in their areas and lead bootcamps to improve their employability (e.g. interview techniques) and to enhance their personal and leadership abilities (e.g. critical thinking). Once young people are hired, CDMs use their established relationship to provide pastoral care and in-work support.
LTSB’s vision is A world where all young people can choose their careers, with an emphasis on improving the lives of young people from disadvantaged backgrounds. The successful candidate will have a proven commitment to improving the lives of young people from disadvantaged backgrounds, and they have an excellent understanding of social mobility, diversity and inclusion issues, and how these factors impact young people.
LTSB does not have its own offices, so you will work remotely, but this role has significant in-person delivery expectations at partner organisations and corporate supporters, as well as occasion travel to our city hubs Birmingham, Liverpool, London, and Manchester. Position will require DBS Disclosure at enhanced level.
The application process for Careers Development Manager has two stages:
- A first round interview, held remotely over Zoom
- A second round delivery to a cohort of young people, followed by panel interview.
To apply, submit a CV and a personal statement of no more than two pages outlining how you fit the person specifications, and why you feel you can contribute to LTSB’s work.
Apply by 5pm, Sunday 27th October 2024.
Interview dates 1st round - W/C 4th November
Interview date 2nd round - W/C 18th November
Role start date: Monday 13th January 2025 (TBC)
If you are interested in discussing the role or the charity in advance of applying, please contact our Programme Manager Jaquii on jacquii @ ltsb.charity.
Good luck!
Rob Burton,
CEO, LTSB
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Job title: Finance and Resource Manager
Salary: £24,000 - £25,200 per annum for 3 days a week (£40,000-42,000 FTE pro rata)
Contract: 3 days per week, permanent
Hours: 22.5 per week
Location: Hybrid office/home (after successful probation period)
Office location: Unit 4 Archway Business Centre, 19-23 Wedmore Street, Islington, London, N19 4RU
Annual leave: 34 days (26 working day days plus bank holidays) pro-rata
Minimum Essential Criteria
- At least 5 years’ Experience of working as a Finance Manager
- Experience of working with auditors
- Experience of preparing budgets and accounts
- Experience of managing payroll and in-depth knowledge of Sage 50
Why work for us?
- Work for a medium size charity who deliver excellent mental health care to Islington residents
- Join our inclusive and welcoming diverse community located in well-connected Islington
- Hybrid/Flexible working can be considered on the successful completion of the probation period.
- Access to pension scheme
- Access to Employee Assistance Program
- Regular Team Days and training offered
To apply for this position, please complete and return our application form provided.
Application deadline is 18th October at 5pm. Interviews will be week beginning 28th October. However, we reserve the right to close the recruitment process early as we aim to appoint as soon as possible.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Be there when it matters. At a time when more people than ever are expected to need our support, there has never been a more important time to join our charity to help us transform the experience of everyone facing dying and grief in the UK.
From providing care and support for someone at the end of their life to helping someone manage their grief, we know there is no one size fits all when it comes to how we cope and the help we need.
We are there when it matters.
About us
Sue Ryder Wheatfield's Hospice is in Headingley, Leeds. We care for people living with a life-limiting condition and provide support to their loved ones and family too.
About the Role
We’re excited to be recruiting a Service Director to lead Sue Ryder Wheatfields Hospice. Reporting to the COO, this role is crucial in shaping the future of our inpatient and community services.
As Service Director, you'll be responsible for creating and delivering a strategic plan that will enable Sue Ryder’s vision to create a society where people support one another and can reach out for support and access
a range of services and advice when they need it. You’ll work closely with commissioners and providers across the Integrated Care System (ICS) to grow and develop our services, ensuring patients and their families receive the best possible care. A key part of your role will also be to increase statutory income, helping to secure the financial stability of our services.
Leading and motivating your team will be central to your success, as you’ll foster a high-performing, inclusive culture that prioritises quality, safety, and effectiveness, focused on patient need.
As an ambassador for the hospice and our charity, you’ll also play an important part in our fundraising and PR efforts, helping to raise awareness of and support for the work we do.
About You
We’re looking for an experienced leader with a proven track record of managing large healthcare operations, and successfully growing services in both size and scope. A solid understanding of the hospice sector, including the key factors that shape care and service delivery, and familiarity with NHS commissioning, will be key.
But most importantly, we’re looking for someone who truly connects with our charity’s mission and values. You’ll need to bring energy, passion, and a personal commitment to delivering excellence. Resilience and determination are essential to seeing projects through and making a real impact for the people we support.
Benefits
• Company pension scheme
• 27 days holiday - rising to 33 with length of service plus bank holidays
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Enhanced sick pay
• Employee Networks - LGBTQ+, Ethnic Diversity and Equality, People with Disabilities, and Women and Non Binary Individuals
• Staff discount of 10% on new goods online
• Structured induction programme and learning and development opportunities.
We actively encourage applications from people from all backgrounds to help us to provide the best possible experience for the people who use our services and continue to make Sue Ryder a great place to work, and attract and recruit the best, most diverse workforce possible. We are particularly interested in increasing applications from the global majority, LGTBQIA+ and people with disabilities as they are currently underrepresented in our organisation.
Please let us know if you have any feedback to make our recruitment processes more accessible and inclusive or if you require any adjustments made to your application or interview process
If you want more than just a job, we want you.
Join the team and be there when it matters.
Sounddelivery Media is a dynamic charity that seeks to amplify lived experience stories and expertise to address social inequalities. We work alongside people with direct experience of injustice and inequality to advocate for themselves and their communities.
Our Spokesperson Network constitutes a network of media savvy spokespeople, who have direct experience of social injustices. Developed collaboratively with a network of leaders with lived experience, it aims to diversify the voices we hear in the media and make it more representative of the society we live in. Through training, media mentoring, peer support and speaking opportunities, we tackle the barriers that prevent these experts from engaging with journalists who have the power to influence coverage and ultimately drive change.
Members of our network have spoken on all the major news outlets from BBC Newsnight, BBC Radio Four, ITV News, to the Times, the Guardian, places where they can reach audiences of millions and have influenced documentaries and a storyline for a high profile drama. They’ve become part of policy and advisory conversations: APPGs (All Party Parliamentary Groups), Governmental select committees, speaking at Party Conferences and joining advisory panels.
Our work additionally seeks to support the wider charity sector to develop and amplify lived experience stories and expertise themselves. We work closely with charities to help them develop and train their own panels and spokespeople and are currently facilitating Future Voices, a unique spokesperson training programme for migrant domestic workers in partnership with The Voice of Domestic Workers.
About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced media communications professional to join and shape a growing, friendly and flexible charity committed to advancing social justice through transforming representation in the media.
Sounddelivery Media is on the lookout for a dynamic individual with great media engagement know-how, a hands-on approach, strong relations with journalists and a passion to address how issues are represented in the media. Join our growing and impactful team working alongside dynamic leaders and their communities addressing social injustice and social inequalities. Our Media and Community Engagement Lead offers a fantastic opportunity to work closely with an incredible network of leaders.
This is a full time role (although we would consider a 4 day week) with 2 days a month minimum working with the team in London.
Could this be you?
Role Overview:
You will provide strategic support to our dynamic Spokesperson Network of leaders with direct experience of social injustices, through;
Managing our existing media relationships, and developing new ones, to create opportunities for our network of confident public spokespeople to be visible
This role will enable us to increase the visibility and impact of our programme participants and their communities by engaging with journalists, media professionals, and other influential platforms. You will be responsible for broadening speaking opportunities, such as broadcast interviews, opinion pieces, and identifying potential storyline collaborations across various media outlets. You’ll also seek opportunities to feature our network in public forums like TEDx talks, conferences, and other platforms that influence public conversations.
Empowering Network members through training and support to develop and maximise media opportunities themselves.
In addition to media engagement, you will play a key role in empowering our network to create and share their own content. This includes helping participants build confidence and develop skills in content creation (eg vlogs), and pitching to the media, ensuring their voices reach those in positions to drive meaningful change.
Building trusted relationships with lived experience leaders in a ethical, trauma-aware, and holistic way
You will work closely with our community to activate and strengthen our network, driving collective action and amplifying the important issues they are addressing. Building trusted relationships with lived experience leaders is key, and you will ensure that all engagement is grounded in ethical, trauma-aware, and holistic support.
Sharing knowledge with other charities supporting Spokesperson Networks
You will help share what we learn through our work with other charities and learn from them too. Using peer-led sessions to share best practice, challenges and ideas for charities working to amplify the voices of people with direct experience of social injustice.
As a small but growing charity, this is an exciting opportunity to shape the direction of our organisation alongside a supportive trustee board, a dedicated team of four staff, and a group of skilled freelancers. Your contribution will be integral to our mission and the positive change we aim to create.
Who you are
-With a background in media relations and/or journalism at a senior level you are someone who cares about the way issues are framed, reported and covered in the media.
-You’ll be driven by a desire to amplify the voices of those with direct experience of inequality and injustice from diverse communities, and will work closely with them so that they feel safe and supported in sharing their experiences and solutions for change.
-You are a creative self-starter, happy to work alone but also as part of a small team.
-You come with ideas to develop this work to have a bigger, positive impact. This work takes time and is deeply relational.
-You can adapt the way you work to meet the needs of different communities.
We’re an equal opportunities employer aiming to recruit from a diverse range of backgrounds. All staff who work at Sounddelivery Media will be asked to have a DBS check.
What You’ll Be Doing – Key responsibilities:
-Taking the lead on strategic media engagement across all our programmes of work- maximising and creating media and speaking opportunities for our members
-Nurture and grow our network of journalists, updating them about our work and the issues our networks are speaking on through regular and responsive communications
-Supporting our community to feel confident and prepared for interviews, honing their media messages and accompanying them to interviews where appropriate.
-Regularly engaging our community and being a sounding board to help to develop their ideas
-Proactively source longer-term opportunities for the issues our community addresses to be more visible in the public eye this could include building relationships with soap storyliners and documentary makers.
-Support the team on Sounddelivery Media events that increase the visibility of our community and our work
-Support with delivery of media training and coaching on our programmes.
-Work with the communications team on content- ensuring messaging is impactful in blogs
-Participate in our peer-led meetings to share our learning and invite guest speakers to share theirs.
-Contribute insights on our media work for reporting to Funders and Trustees
Find the full description of the role in our application pack attached.
What skills and experience you’ll have:
Essential
-Experience at a senior level working in media relations within a charity, journalism or similar.
-Significant experience of developing and maintaining good relationships with a range of journalists and media professionals;
-A sharp understanding of what makes a strong story with experience of pitching stories and ideas to journalists
-A confident communicator with strong written and verbal skills
-IT literate with multimedia experience – video, audio, visual content (or willing to learn)
Desirable
-Experience of working with people who are using lived experience of social injustice to affect change including excellent understanding of safeguarding and risk management
Why we’re good to work for
-Flexible working in a friendly, supportive environment
-A track-record in this work with great feedback from our clients.
-28 days per year holiday, plus bank holidays
-3% pension contribution
-Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
-A mentor following successful completion of the 6 months’ probationary period working with us
-Training allowance
-Team wellbeing budget
Please note that this is a London based charity and our training predominantly takes place in London.
Application process and key dates:
To apply, upload your CV and separate cover letter demonstrating your capabilities in relation to each of the points on skills and experience in the person specification. We will only consider applications with a cover letter. Where relevant, use your answers to illustrate how your competencies have helped you to achieve positive results. This will give you the best possible chance to be shortlisted.
Our downloadable application pack has more information.
Please apply as soon as possible by submitting your application through our recruitment portal
Weds October 9th 1-2pm Zoom webinar Meet the Sounddelivery Media team, hear more about what this role involves and ask any questions you may have. Register on our website.
Closing date for applications: Monday 21st October 2pm
First interview: Thursday 31st October (Online)
Second interview: Friday 8th November (London)
We recognise that the interview dates might not suit all applicants. There is an opportunity to let us know in the application.
Sounddelivery Media is committed to building an inclusive and accessible environment for people of all backgrounds and communities. We actively encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds, If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please get in touch.
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Mind's Data Stewardship Team plays a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of our fundraising efforts. Working closely with key internal and external stakeholders, we are responsible for managing all aspects of the donations handling process, from income processing to thanking our generous supporters.
We are:
-A passionate and collaborative team dedicated to efficiency and accuracy.
-Committed to using data and technology to drive continuous improvement across our fundraising activities.
-Focused on creating seamless experiences for our supporters and maximising the impact of their donations.
Team information
Will you join us?
The Data Stewardship Team plays a vital role in ensuring the efficient processing of donations and supporting our fundraising efforts. Reporting to the Senior Data Steward - Income & Fulfilment, you will be a key member of this dynamic team, responsible for the day-to-day operations and management of four Income and Fulfilment Coordinators.
The Data Stewardship Team is the backbone of our donations handling process, working seamlessly with internal teams and external partners to maximise our charitable impact. By leveraging business intelligence, technology, and strategic engagement, we aim to modernise our operations and foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement. Our mission is to ensure that everyone facing a mental health challenge receives the support and respect they deserve, and our team is dedicated to achieving this goal through meticulous income processing, data quality assurance, and exceptional supporter engagement.
Key duties and responsibilities
Manage and support accurate banking, thanking, and reconciliation of Mind's fundraising income, ensuring supporters feel valued and appreciated.
Work closely with internal stakeholders such as Supporter Care, Data and Analytics, and the wider Fundraising Directorate to ensure data quality and seamless integration, driving efficiency and creating seamless supporter experiences, supporting our Engaging Minds strategic pillar.
Assess and quality check team accuracy across all tasks to agreed service level standards, ensuring all income is processed, accounted for, and reconciled.
Assist the Data Stewardship Senior Officers and Manager in implementing improvement processes to ensure excellent service delivery.
Oversee Gift Aid processes, ensuring declarations are processed accurately and eligible income is captured and maximised.
Ensure all donation-processes are documented, understood, and reviewed regularly, maintaining accuracy and compliance with Mind's data protection policy.
Lead by example in efficiency and accuracy, support monthly reconciliation tasks, and deputise on behalf of Senior Data Stewards when needed.
Mind's equity statement
Mind is committed to equality of opportunity for all staff, and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.
Please refer to the Job Description while completing your application as candidates will be shortlisted based on how closely they match the criteria in the personal specification.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
An opportunity has arisen for a Head of Finance to join the National Leadership team at Urban Saints.As Head of Finance, you will oversee Urban Saints’ financial strategy, and ensure full compliance with legal, financial and governance standards. You will also review and update the finance systems and processes currently in use. Reporting to the CEO, you will provide strategic financial oversight, ensuring the charity operates within agreed financial parameters. The Head of Finance role will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the financial direction and strategy of the charity.
As a member of the National Leadership team, you will provide strategic leadership and concise insight into the finance function at Urban Saints. You will have extensive experience of strategic financial management, and have experience with ensuring compliance with external regulatory bodies and legal standards. You will have excellent organisational skills and will be able to imagine and embed innovative ways of approaching finance control and reporting, with the ability to update systems and processes in the charity.
Key responsibilities
- Financial planning and financial strategy
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Lead on financial planning, including annual budgets, forecasting, and financial reporting processes, to ensure accurate and timely information.
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Foster organisational coherence in Finance and Operations, developing systems and policies aligned with the Urban Saints values and strategy.
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Identify and implement a new strategic approach for the finance systems at Urban Saints, which allows us to coherently work in alignment with charity objects and strategic goals.
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Provide insights and recommendations to the NLT for informed decision-making.
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- Financial control and reporting
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Oversee financial control systems, policies and procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory reporting requirements.
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Work with the NLT and the Finance & Audit Subcommittee preparing the necessary updated for review and approval as necessary.
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Preparing and presenting detailed financial reports to the NLT and the Board of Trustees, offering clear and actionable insights to guide strategic decisions.
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Report on use, investment and performance of restricted, unrestricted and designated funds.
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Work with the Finance Team to design and implement financial reports, including monthly management accounts, KPIs and statutory financial statements.
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Conduct financial analysis and provide meaningful insights on KPIs to drive charity performance and identify areas for improvement.
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- Operational finance management
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Oversee the operational finance elements of the charity (internal or outsourced), ensuring timely and accurate processing and that all the necessary statutory filings are being made as they should.
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Steer and coordinate outsourced functions e.g., payroll, audit firm.
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Ensure all tax filings are accurate and timely and VAT filings are completed.
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Ensuring all payroll information is accurate and submitted on time, and that pension contributions are correct.
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Coordinate and guide on the annual audit to ensure that this is carried out as efficiently and effectively as possible with no issues, with the preparation of the statutory accounts and filing made on a timely basis.
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Ensure operational finance, accounting and tax and audit compliance to meet all regulatory and legal requirements, managing risk effectively.
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Job description
This role will enable delivery of Plantlife’s strategic objectives by engaging new partners, building relationships and securing support for our work.
What will you be doing?
You will provide administrative support to the partnerships team and work with a wide range of supporters, with a focus on corporate partnerships.
Who are we looking for?
We are looking for someone who highly motivated and passionate about the power of partnerships to deliver solutions to the most fundamental societal and environmental challenges. Demonstrating our team’s values of professionalism and approachability, you will be organised and enjoy working with a range of different partners.
The ideal candidate will have excellent written and verbal communication skills, good attention to detail and a thorough but creative approach to developing and maintaining relationships.
To apply for the role or view the full recruitment pack, please visit our website. We look forward to hearing from you!
Please note we do not accept CV's and we reserve the right to close this vacancy before the closing date.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Urban Water Utility Specialist Consultancy
Contract: Fixed-term, approximately 60 days of support during the period October 2024 - April 2025
Location: This role can be based in the United Kingdom (London), Nigeria (Lagos or Abuja), Rwanda, Mozambique, Bangladesh, Kenya, or any location where WaterAid has an office subject to the right to work in the particular location
For the UK Location: We offer hybrid working, A minimum of 40% of working time is spent face-to-face, in a WaterAid office. For UK-based staff, WaterAid is located at Canary Wharf, London and this will be your location and contract base.
Remuneration: Consultant will be expected to submit their daily rate which will be paid in local currency. WaterAid would cover any additional cost required for the consultancy e.g. travel
About WaterAid:
Want to use your skills in Water, Sanitation and Hygiene to play a vital role in making clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene normal for everyone everywhere?
We need passionate, creative and dedicated people. In return, you will be encouraged and empowered to be yourself at your very best. Together, we will make a bigger difference.
Join WaterAid as Urban Water Utility Specialist to change normal for millions of people so they can unlock their potential, break free from poverty and change their lives for good.
About the Role:
The primary purpose of the consultancy is to provide expert guidance in designing sustainable urban water service interventions to WaterAid's country teams and their urban utility partners. Interventions may include support to extend services to new customers and/or significantly improve existing services with a focus on low-income and/or marginalised communities.
In this role, you will
- Support the situational analysis and needs assessments for urban water supply systems in target project locations.
- Support country teams and their utility partners to propose relevant interventions to extend and/or improve urban water services in target project locations with a focus on reaching low income and/or marginalised communities.
- Support the design of feasibility assessments, including environmental, social, and financial considerations.
- Engage with key stakeholders, including urban utilities, government bodies, private sector operators, communities, and other partners.
- Support country teams to develop project plans, including budgets, timelines, and risk management strategies.
- Provide support to in-country design workshops with country teams and utility partners.
Key Deliverables
- Provide feedback on initial situational analysis and assessments from participating countries.
- Provide and review inputs for design of proposed urban water interventions to reach new customers and/or significantly improve services to existing customers.
- Provide and review inputs for the design of feasibility studies where required.
- Provide inputs to guide in-country stakeholder engagement.
- Review and feedback on project implementation plans, budgets, timelines and risk management strategies.
- Final report with recommendations.
Duration and Level of Effort
It is expected that the consultancy will require approximately 60 days of support during the period October 2024 - April 2025 to be delivered through a call down contract.
About You:
Key qualifications required for this assignment include:
- Advanced degree in Civil Engineering, Urban Utility Management or a related discipline.
- Proven experience in designing urban water supply systems, including pro-poor approaches to reach low-income and/or marginalised communities.
- Proven experience in utility improvement interventions
- Experience working on multi-country initiatives with urban water utilities.
- Strong understanding of WASH principles, especially in urban contexts.
- Experience conducting feasibility studies and technical assessments.
- Familiarity with environmental, social, and sustainability standards.
- Strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills.
Functional expertise:
The necessary skills and competencies for this assignment include:
- Technical expertise in urban water systems, in particular serving low-income and/or marginalised communities.
- Experience working on multi-country initiatives aiming to strengthen performance of urban water utilities.
- Experience working with urban water utilities in one or more of the following areas:
o Strategic: governance structures, policies and regulation, business planning, risk management.
o Financial: Financial planning and management, investment management.
o Commercial: Tariff setting, billing and revenue collection, customer relations.
o Technical: Non-revenue water (incl. leakage detection and management), pressure management, GIS and network modelling, operation and maintenance, water quality and safety, climate change resilience.
o Use of data: Data collection and management, asset inventory, monitoring and reporting, information and communication technology.
o Social: Equitable and inclusive access, pro-poor approaches for low-income customers, gender equality and inclusion.
- Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in relevant software (e.g., AutoCAD, GIS).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Closing date: Applications will close at 23:59 on 13th October 2024. First interviews will be held between 17th - 18th October 2024 via Microsoft Teams.
How to Apply: To see the full job pack, please click 'Apply'. Please apply by submitting your CV and a cover letter demonstrating your suitability for the consultant position and right to work location into one document in either Word Document or PDF format.
Our Commitment
Our People Promise:
We will work with passion and focus to ensure safe and sustainable water, toilets and hygiene are available to everyone, everywhere. WaterAid is a place of purpose - where people have a real commitment and shared responsibility for the impact we have. We are a global community with diverse backgrounds and perspectives, motivated by inspiring, stimulating work. We are determined to put the wellbeing of our people first, to be a place where people feel safe and able to contribute their voice and truly live our values.
Equal opportunities:
We are an equal opportunity, disability-confident employer and are dedicated to achieving the highest standards of diversity, equity and inclusion. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, beliefs, customs, traditions and ways of life. This includes, but is not limited to, race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion, national or social origin, health status, and economic or social situation.
Safeguarding:
We are also committed to protecting everyone we come into contact with. We have a zero-tolerance approach to abuse of power, privilege or trust across our global work, and any form of inappropriate behaviour, discrimination, abuse, bullying, harassment, or exploitation. Safeguarding the people and communities we work with, our staff, volunteers and anyone working on our behalf is our top priority, and we take our responsibilities extremely seriously.
Our vision is a world where everyone, everywhere has sustainable and safe water, sanitation and hygiene.
Are you a qualified accountant who is eager to step up into leadership role in finance?
Are you passionate about working for an international charity with a presence across Asia, Africa and the Middle East?
Job title: Head of Finance & Operations
Duration: 6 months
Location: A short walk from Vauxhall station
Responsible to: CEO
Responsible for: team of 2 people
Salary: £52k - £62k
Working for this growing international charity will afford you the opportunity to take your skills in financial management and planning whilst getting involved in strategic planning as a member of the senior leadership team.
In your role as Head of Finance and Operations your day to day duties will include;
- Maintaining and overseeing the running of the finance operations
- Completing financial planning including budget setting
- Financial support for grant applications
- Lead on annual audit process
- Manage all due diligence for finance team
- Manage internal control and donor compliance
- Develop budgets and financial plans
- Prepare monthly financials for CEO and Board Treasurer
The skills you will bring to the role will include;
- Knowledge of financial planning and budget setting
- Knowledge of charity compliance and accounting including SORP accounting
- Prior line management of a team
- Relevant accounting qualifications such as ACCA or CIMA
- Strong business partnering skills
This is a busy and diverse role and if you are interested in applying for the position of Head of Finance and Operations through TPP Recruitment please send your CV to
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.
About us
We’re Breast Cancer Now, the research and support charity. We’re the place to turn to for anything and everything to do with breast cancer. However you’re experiencing breast cancer, we’re here.
The brightest minds in breast cancer research are here. Making life-saving research happen in labs across the UK and Ireland. Support services, trustworthy breast cancer information and specialist nurses are here. Ready to support you whenever you need it. Dedicated campaigners are here. Fighting for the best possible treatment, services and care for anyone affected by breast cancer.
About the role
We’re recruiting a senior officer for our Service Pledge programme, who will play a key role in the development and delivery of our service improvement activities.
The Service Pledge is an innovative programme dedicated to delivering lasting positive change to everyone’s experience of breast cancer. It brings patients, healthcare professionals and cancer alliances together to work in partnership to design and deliver patient-centred improvements.
Your role will be to coordinate the delivery of our Service Pledge programme, as well as supporting other healthcare professional support and engagement initiatives, helping to ensure everyone diagnosed with breast cancer receives the best possible experience of care.
This role is offered on a full-time, fixed-term contract for 2 years.
About you
Are you an experienced project manager, able to demonstrate successful delivery within specified timelines and budgets? You will be able to develop and manage strong relationships with a wide variety of stakeholders, including senior healthcare professionals and people affected by breast cancer. You will have experience of carrying out qualitative and quantitative insight research, including surveys and focus groups. You will also have experience and knowledge of patient involvement and/or service improvement, ideally either within the NHS or charity sector.
Job description and benefits
Please download the job description and our attractive benefits package.
Primary location of role and hybrid working
This role can be based in our Cardiff, Glasgow, London or Sheffield office. Our hybrid working model allows you to work up to 3 days per week at home.
When applying
We hope you choose to apply for this role. To support your application, you’ll be asked to submit your anonymised CV and a supporting statement. Please refer to the essential criteria on the person specification and clearly provide as much information as you can with examples, to demonstrate how and where you meet the criteria. If you’ve any immediate questions please contact the Breast Cancer Now Recruitment Team.
Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion
We’re committed to promoting equity, valuing diversity and creating an inclusive environment – for everyone who works for us, works with us, supports us and who we support.
Closing date: Wednesday 16 October 2024 at 09:00am
Interview date: Week commencing Monday 28 October 2024