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Role: Community Business Team Manager
Salary Band: £40,000 - £48,000
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full time (40 hpw)
Location: Woodstock, Oxfordshire

Plunkett UK is a national charity supporting people in rural areas to set up and run successful businesses in community ownership. We do this to achieve our UK-wide vision for resilient, thriving and inclusive rural communities.

Community-owned businesses are owned and controlled by community members, who each have an equal and democratic say in how the business is run. They can be any type of business ranging from village shops, pubs and cafes, through to woodlands, fisheries and farms.

With more communities than ever contacting Plunkett to access our advice and support services, we are excited to promote the opportunity to join Plunkett as our Community Business Team Manager. This full-time position offers the right candidate an opportunity to manage our Community Business Team and ensure the delivery of high quality business support. Reporting to the CEO you will be a team player who is confident and collaborative.  

If you are interested in joining Plunkett UK, and growing the network of community-owned businesses UK-wide then we look forward to hearing from you.

Closing date for applications: 9am Monday 18 November 2024
Interview date: Interviews will be held at our offices in Woodstock during week commencing 25 November 2024

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.

We are committed to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and our approach goes beyond ‘protected characteristics’ to thinking more broadly about inclusion. Every individual will think and feel differently and we believe that these differences should be embraced, and individual needs taken into account. Additionally, the makeup of the rural communities we work with leads to their own particular diversity and exclusion challenges and opportunities compared to urban areas. Our commitment to EDI, both internally and externally, has been tailored to Plunkett and the communities we serve.

Registered Charity: 313743

No agencies please.

Marie Curie is the UK's leading end-of-life charity. We are the largest non-NHS provider of end-of-life care in the UK, the only provider across all 4 nations, delivering community nursing and hospice care across the country, while providing information and support on all aspects of dying, death, and bereavement. Our leading research pushes the boundaries of what we know about good end-of-life, and our campaigns fight for a world where everyone gets to have the best possible quality of life while living with an illness, they're likely to die from.

At Marie Curie, our Strategy and Innovation team plays a vital role in shaping the future of fundraising by creating compelling cases for support and innovative propositions for our highest-value campaigns. Working alongside passionate, purpose-driven professionals, you'll help us maximize impact and create meaningful connections with our supporters.

As the Case for Support Lead, you will be instrumental in developing impactful narratives that resonate with our supporters and drive our mission forward. Your work will provide essential, up-to-date information to all fundraising teams, helping them build accurate and inspiring fundraising campaigns. By identifying restricted funding opportunities and creating tailored cases for support, you'll ensure that our highest-value campaigns continue to achieve transformational impact.

Main responsibilities:
- Create compelling case narratives that articulate Marie Curie's need, solutions, and impact for various audiences.
- Provide local and national fundraising teams with accurate, self-service information for campaign development.
- Collaborate with service, policy, and research teams to gather insights that enhance the quality and relevance of fundraising campaigns.
- Conduct Discovery Sessions with fundraising teams to improve their understanding of our cause and tailor information to meet income stream needs.
- Act as the lead contact for high-value income streams, coordinating with internal stakeholders to support their fundraising goals.

Key Criteria:
- Proven experience in fundraising, service delivery, cause-led communications, or evaluation work.
- Creative thinker with an independent, autonomous approach to work.
- Strong communication skills to inspire others and positively influence opinions, with the ability to gain respect at all levels and drive practical, meaningful change.
- Skilled at understanding and interpreting complex information and data and articulating it in a compelling way, both in writing and verbally.
- Excellent people skills with a proven ability to integrate quickly into complex organizations.
- Financial literacy with experience in interpreting budget information.
- Exceptional project management skills, coordinating multiple projects to meet deadlines.
- Knowledge of voluntary or health sectors and familiarity with project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall) is desirable.

Please see the full job description .

Application & Interview Process
- As part of your online application, you will be asked for a CV and covering letter. Please review both the advert and job description and outline your most relevant skills, experience and knowledge for the role.
- Close date for applications: Nov 10th, 2024. We encourage early applications as we will be conducting screenings in advance of the deadline.

Salary: £35,530 - 39,474
Contract: Permanent, full-time (35 hours per week)
Based: This role will cover North region - Northwest, Northeast & Yorkshire. Can be home-based or within a hospice or fundraising office.

Benefits you'll LOVE:
- Flexible working. We're happy to discuss flexible working at the interview stage.
- 25 days annual leave (exclusive of Bank Holidays)
- Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme (we will match your contribution up to 7.5%)
- Loan schemes for bikes; computers and season tickets
- Continuous professional development opportunities.
- Industry-leading training programmes
- Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programmes
- Enhanced bereavement, family friendly and sickness benefits
- Access to Blue Light Card membership
- Subsidised Eye Care

Marie Curie is committed to its values, which underpin our work. We take stringent steps to ensure that the people who join our organisation through employment or volunteering, are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. This includes our staff, volunteers and all those who use or come into contact with our services. We are dedicated to creating not just a safe place to work but also a supportive and rewarding one.

We are committed to a world where everyone can thrive and fulfil their potential. We are devoted to the social justice imperatives and organisational benefits of full diversity, inclusion and equity in the workplace, and are a Stonewall champion. We actively encourage and welcome applications from candidates of diverse cultures, perspectives and lived experiences.

Digital Recovery Coordinator

Location: Lewisham, SE6 4JU

Salary: £26,250 - £34,650 per annum

Hours: 37 hours per week - Monday to Friday 9am until 5pm (Please note you will be required to work one evening clinic between 5pm and 7pm, this is worked on a rota basis approx. every 9 weeks)

Waythrough's vision is to break down the barriers that stop people getting the support they need to live a life they value. They tackle poverty and disadvantage in communities, through mental health, drug and alcohol, housing and related support.

The Role

Are you passionate about supporting young people and experienced in digital communication? Insight Lewisham is looking for a Digital Recovery Coordinator to lead their online engagement while also providing direct support to young people in their recovery journeys.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage their social media presence, primarily on Instagram, and help us expand to platforms like TikTok and Snapchat.
• Create engaging posts for key awareness events (e.g., Alcohol Awareness Week, Black History Month) and share psychoeducational information on topics such as drugs (e.g., cannabis, ketamine, 2CB), mental health, and sexual health (e.g., contraception, consent, STIs, and online safety).
• Develop a comprehensive digital library with resources for young people and their families on reducing substance misuse harms and promoting overall wellbeing.
• Provide 1:1 support for a small caseload of young people, helping them with recovery planning and harm reduction, including sexual health advice.
• Collaborate with a close-knit, supportive team and liaise with their Senior Marketing and Communications team to ensure high-quality, impactful content.

Skills and Qualifications

• Proven experience working with young people, with a preference for experience in substance misuse, sexual health, or family work.
• Strong social media skills, with experience creating content that resonates with young audiences.
• Ability to manage a caseload and work collaboratively with the team to achieve the best outcomes for young people.
• Passionate about promoting health and wellbeing, especially in areas of substance misuse and sexual health.

Why Join them?

• Be part of a dynamic and supportive team focused on making a difference in young people’s lives.
• Excellent benefits, ongoing training, and opportunities for professional growth.
• A chance to shape digital outreach in an innovative service.

Benefits

• Generous annual leave entitlement (27 days, plus bank holidays, increasing to 32 after 1 years’ service)
• Annual leave purchase scheme
• Enhanced occupational sick pay
• Enhanced employer contribution to your workplace pension
• Death in service benefit
• Free Will writing
• Eyecare vouchers
• Blue light card discount
• Fantastic learning and development opportunities, including free training courses
• Work-life balance- flexible working and family friendly policies
• Happy, Healthy You! – their wellbeing offers for their workforce
• Employee Assist Programme and Waythrough Support Networks

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable organisation, please proceed through the following link to be redirected to their website to complete your application.

**Please note they reserve the right to close this vacancy early if they receive excess applications for the position**

JOB TITLE:                     Fundraising Retention Lead 

SALARY:                  £30,000 pa - £40,000 pa (FTE)  depending on skills and experience, (working 2 days per week with

                                    Wednesday as a working day, pro rata salary £12,000 pa - £16,000 pa)            

LONDON:                      Home Working/London Office                          

HOURS OF WORK:      Part-time 14 hours per week

REPORTING TO:          Head of Fundraising

Are you passionate about nurturing lasting relationships with supporters? Join Premier as the Fundraising Retention Lead!

Premier, Europe’s leading Christian Media organisation, is at an exciting juncture in our journey. In this pivotal role, you'll be responsible for spearheading strategies that not only retain but deeply engage our donors. Through heartfelt communication and impactful storytelling, you'll communicate the significant difference our donors' support makes, ensuring they feel deeply connected and valued by Premier. Your efforts will directly contribute to sustaining and advancing Premier’s mission, to help people encounter God through media. 

Role Overview

• Lead and implement Premier’s comprehensive donor retention strategy, crafting communication that supports long-term donor engagement.

• Ensure all first-time donors receive immediate, heartfelt acknowledgment, fostering a strong initial connection.

• Plan the reactivation journey for lapsed Direct Debit donors, analysing and enhancing the conversion rate of such campaigns.

• Create bespoke communication plans through personalized updates, including exclusive insights and messages from the CEO.

• Oversee fundraising content for Premier’s quarterly supporter publication and liaise with external agencies to produce impactful donor retention materials.

• Utilise retention metrics to refine strategies and recommendations for Premier’s broader fundraising efforts.

Why Join Premier?

• We offer competitive salary

• Hybrid work

• Additional leave on your birthday

• Extra annual leave in addition to statutory

• Competitive sickness absence pay scheme

• Life Assurance scheme

• Employee Assistance with online GP scheme 

• Working from home equipment allowance

• Eye care scheme 

• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity leave pay 

In addition to competitive pay and benefits, Premier offers:

• Great place to work, with people that support, encourage and look out for one another. You will love coming into work, both in person and virtually.

• Mission-driven work where you make a tangible impact by contributing to a mission that reaches millions worldwide.

• Dynamic team culture with supportive, creative, and passionate team that values innovation and collaboration.

Please note that the nature and/or context of the role mean that an occupational requirement applies for the postholder to be Christian.

Ready to make a lasting Impact? Apply now!

Are you an immediately available finance officer looking for a part time role most working from home?

Do you have knowledge of purchase ledger and excellent customer service skills?

If so then this immediate start part time Finance Officer is the right role for you.

Job title: Part time Finance Officer

Contract type: On going interim

Hours: 3 days a week

Pattern of work: hybrid - 1 day a week in the offices

Location: A short walk from Tooting Broadway Underground Station

Working as part of wider team of 3 people, you will report to the Director of Finance and Operations and support the team in delivering effective and comprehensive service across the charity. This growing charity supports and provides lifesaving treatment for sick and vulnerable individuals.

Working as a part time Finance Officer your duties will include;

• Processing high volume accounts payable invoices
• Matching, batching and coding invoices
• Looking after the Finance inbox
• Processing staff expenses
• Download and correctly process income
• Set weekly payment runs

This is a busy role and you will be required to manage multiple tasks, so your ability to prioritise is essential. Othe skills that you will bring to your role part time Finance Officer will include;

• Prior experience in similar role
• Knowledge of an accounting software such as Access or SUN systems
• Knowledge of debits and credits
• Experience of processing staff expenses
• Setting up automated payment runs

This is flexible and immediate start role working for a busy and developing charity. If you are interested in applying for the position of part time Finance Officer through TPP Recruitment then please do so by sending 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.

We're the UK's specialist blood cancer charity and our vision is clear: we’re here to beat blood cancer. We fund world-class research; provide information and support to patients and their loved ones; and raise awareness of blood cancer.

Since 1960 we have invested more than £500 million in blood cancer research in the UK. Where we’ve invested, survival rates and quality of life have improved. We’ve been working to beat blood cancer for over 50 years, and we won’t stop until we do. Be a part of our story and help us change the world.

As a Digital Marketing Coordinator, you'll not only be supporting and delivering our email marketing campaigns and assisting the management of our organic social media channels, but you will also support our paid digital campaigns. This role offers the chance to work with a talented team, drive innovative digital strategies, and make a significant impact on our online presence. If you're passionate about digital marketing and eager to grow in a collaborative and creative environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

The key areas of focus for the Digital Marketing Coordinator role are email marketing and organic social media management. 

Overall, the efforts of the Digital Marketing Coordinator will support our overarching objective of beating blood cancer by reaching those affected by blood cancer, helping the fundraising team in delivering consistent transformative income, attracting new supporters and consistently engaging and providing value to our supporters. This role is crucial in ensuring that our digital marketing strategies are effective and get us closer to the day where we beat blood cancer. 

SOS Children’s Villages UK is part of a global federation, founded in 1949. SOS Children’s Villages exists to ensure that each child and young person grows up with the healthy relationships they need to become their strongest selves. Working in over 130 countries, we are the world’s largest non-governmental organisation focused on supporting children and young people who don’t have, or who are at risk of losing, parental care.

We are now recruiting for a new role of Advocacy and External Relations Manager reflecting our ambitions to use our voice and expertise to ensure children and young people without, or at risk of losing, parental care around the world are more visible, better supported and their rights protected.

This exciting and strategically important new role is pivotal in helping SOS Children’s Villages UK achieve our advocacy objectives as part of our new 2025-2030 strategy. A confident and proactive advocacy professional, the Advocacy and External Relations Manager will plan and carry out a broad range of activities, identifying and pursuing opportunities to further our advocacy aims.

This individual will:

• develop both internal (SOS Children’s Villages Federation) and external peer and UK government relationships
• engage in relevant spaces to ensure that the needs of children and young people without parental care are reflected, and that SOS Children's Villages’ profile and reputation is enhanced.
• devise and lead advocacy campaigns and create persuasive and engaging advocacy content and materials.
• work alongside two other new colleagues, as a key part of delivering a new knowledge ‘Hub’.
• help to develop new partnerships and relationships, and use the insights and evidence gained through the ‘Hub’ to craft advocacy recommendations, connecting with policy makers and other relevant stakeholders, to influence changes to policies and approaches around the protection of children.

We are looking for a self-motivated individual, who combines exceptional networking and relationship-building skills with strong organisational ability, and deep knowledge of the UK political landscape and advocacy tactics and approaches, ideally within an international development setting.

If you are a dynamic advocacy professional who is looking for an exciting new challenge within a friendly team, then this could be for you!

To Apply

Please read the full job description within the Candidate Pack, and submit a copy of your CV and a covering letter.

The deadline for applications is Sunday 17th November at 17.00 UK time. We reserve the right to close the application process early if a successful candidate is found.

Please note: The post-holder must be UK-based. We are unable to provide employment sponsorship if required and unfortunately cannot progress applications without the required right to live and work in the UK on a permanent contract.

Department: Analysis & Insight
Contract type: Permanent
Salary: £27,200 - £32,000
Location: Home Based (UK wide travel as required)
Reports To: Research & Insight Manager

As a Research and Insight Analyst at the National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC), you will be a key member of the Analysis and Insights (A&I) team, dedicated to empowering the NFCC and UK Fire and Rescue Services with actionable insights that drive informed decision-making. You will work collaboratively with a team of research and data analysis professionals to support the team's objectives and contribute to the wider goals of the NFCC.

Your role will involve using your skills to deliver valuable insights through effective information gathering, detailed analysis, and comprehensive reporting. You will work on both routine and ad-hoc projects, supporting the team in responding to major events within the fire and rescue sector.

Key responsibilities of a Research & Insight Analyst:

Following the processes and policies set out in the A&I team’s terms of reference document, to ensure high quality, consistent approaches to all work.

Designing and executing information gathering exercises, ensuring that they are clear, easy to understand and will yield the information required to produce the identified output.

Information gathering methods primarily include designing online survey tools and question sets but can also include workshops, interviews and focus groups.

Ensuring the validation and quality assurance of any information gathered to ensure that all insights gathered are accurate and statistically significant.

Interpreting findings and drawing meaningful conclusions using quantitative and qualitative analysis techniques.

Producing clear, concise and well-structured outputs, utilising visualisations to enhance understanding and engagement when presenting to stakeholders. These outputs could be developed using MS Excel, MS Word, PowerPoint, PowerBI or similar.

Ensuring the Strategic Improvement Model (SIM) is kept up to date by reviewing and analysing reports about UK FRSs (from the inspectorate (HMICFRS), major inquiry reports, independently commissioned reports and other sources.

Supporting the work of the NFCC Organisational Learning team and ACER (Academic, Collaboration, Evaluation and Research) Group

Familiarity with research methodologies and outputs, such as literature reviews, and using them to identify trends, gaps, and best practices

Assisting as required when the A&I team is commissioned to support work related to major events or incidents

Assisting as required with team administrative duties

The successful candidate will have:

Experience working as a research analyst, or equivalent

Excellent qualitative research skills, including survey question design, and thematic analysis.

Excellent presentation skills with the ability to design and develop engaging outputs

Good numerical skills with the ability to spot trends and anomalies

Good MS Excel skills (including Pivot tables and charts, complex formatting and formulas)

Good communication and interpersonal skills to be able work within a team working solely from home

Some experience of data visualisation tools such as PowerBI would be beneficial

Experience working with academia and/or on academic research would be beneficial

The Selection Process

If this sounds like the kind of opportunity that makes you excited; please have a look at the Job description and apply.

How to apply:

Please complete the application form linked from the ‘apply now’ button on the NFCC Website. CV’s will NOT be accepted for this position.

Closing date: 24 November 2024 with interviews week commencing 9 December 2024.

NFCC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and will require a DBS check to be completed prior to commencing in post.

NFCC is committed to being an inclusive employer. We comply with the Equality Act 2010, and we believe that everyone deserves to work in safe environments that are free from bullying, harassment and discrimination, abuse, and harm, where they feel supported, welcome, and able to thrive.

NFCC acknowledges the duty of care to safeguard, protect and promote the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and is committed to ensuring safeguarding practice reflects statutory responsibilities, government guidance and complies with best practice, all staff are expected to share this commitment.

Job Title: Finance and Administration Manager

Location: Bridgewater Gardens Salford

Salary: £32, 960

Hours:   Full time. 37.5 hours a week

Working Pattern: 5 day in 7

Contract: Permanent

Details of our great benefits can be found here.

Overview of the Role:

We are looking for a passionate, forward-thinking person to join our team. This is a key role, operating across multiple departments. The role reports to the Head of Site and works closely with all site managers. This role presents a unique opportunity to be part of the development of a department. Have your say and bring great ideas to create great working practices.

To work for the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) is to join a thriving charity, whose mission is to inspire everyone to grow. Everything we do is built on the transformational power of gardening – and the benefits it brings to people, places and our planet.

Known globally for our inspirational Shows and five spectacular Gardens, our work extends to leading ground-breaking climate research, running community outreach programmes, and setting the standards in horticultural education. With the recent opening of RHS Garden Bridgewater and Hilltop, the world’s first dedicated Centre for Gardening Science, at RHS Garden Wisley, there has never been a more exciting time to be part of our journey to make the UK a greener, and more beautiful place.

We couldn’t do this without our people. We’re proud of the knowledge, enthusiasm and ideas that each one of our team members brings. From working across our social media channels, to volunteering in the RHS Gardens, from serving customers in our garden centres to running national marketing campaigns, we believe that every member of the RHS team should have the opportunity to make a difference.

Safeguarding and Inclusion

The RHS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expects all personnel to share in this commitment. We are an inclusive employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Please note:  We may review applications as soon as we receive them so if you see a vacancy that you are interested in, please apply straight away as the vacancy will be closed as soon as we hire the right candidate. Should you require any additional support with making your application please email Sharon Ellis  detailing the position and REQ number reference (found at the top of the advert) that you are applying for.

Could you contribute to our mission of promoting responsible business practices through effective digital communications?We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Digital Marketing Manager with a specialised focus on website and social media management to join our marketing team.

This role will oversee the daily operations of our website, ensuring delivery of an optimal user experience, meeting performance objectives, and driving engagement and conversions.

In this role, you will be responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive website and social media strategy that aligns with our digital marketing goals and enhances our online presence. 

This is an exciting opportunity to leverage your expertise in website management, SEO, and web analytics to make a significant impact on our digital growth and success. You will also support our social media teams in planning and support.

The successful candidate will be a WordPress CMS expert with a strong grasp of UX and a proven track record in website management and digital marketing for large organisations. You should have experience in web analytics and reporting, as well as strong project management skills to lead cross-functional teams.

You’ll also bring professional experience in delivering social media strategies, with the ability to create compelling, engaging content. A solid understanding of social media tools and platforms, including Canva, is essential. Experience in managing paid social media campaigns is a must, along with proficiency in content management systems for updating web content.

Knowledge Required:

• Strong understanding of WordPress CMS, website management, SEO, web analytics, and digital marketing principles.
• Knowledge of Website security, HTML, CSS, and basic web development practices.
• Expertise with web analytics and social media measurement tools (e.g., Google Analytics, GA4) and SEO tools (e.g., SEMrush, Moz).
• Understanding of UX/UI principles and best practices.
• Experienced at planning, writing, and managing organic and paid social media campaigns (e.g. LinkedIn, meta, X, Google ads)
• Experience with digital marketing platforms, tools, and technologies.

Application Deadline: 7 November at midnight

Note: This position is a fixed-term contract covering maternity leave.

Business in the Community are actively looking to recruit a diversity of talent. We embrace, respect and value the difference in our employees and we are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive environment that consists of fairness, dignity, and caring for everyone, and one that enables every employee to flourish and realise their potential. 

CADA Development Officer (2303)

Concern Worldwide (UK) is looking for a CADA Development Officer to join on a fixed term, part time basis. This role is hosted by Concern UK but will work for CADA NI, of which Concern UK is a member. This role is supported through the UK Aid Alliance by funding from the from the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO).

About Concern Worldwide (UK):

Concern Worldwide is a non-governmental, international humanitarian organization dedicated to the reduction of suffering and working toward the ultimate elimination of extreme poverty in the world’s poorest countries. Our mission is to transform the lives of people living in extreme poverty. We work with 25 million people each year, in some of the hardest-to-reach and most fragile places. Places prone to conflict, natural disasters, climate change, and extreme hunger.

About CADA:

CADA is the Coalition of Aid and Development Agencies in Northern Ireland (NI), with membership organisations ranging from large UK or Ireland-wide NGOs to smaller, more local NGOs. CADA’s vision is for a just and fair society, both globally and locally. It brings together people and organisations to inspire change and tackle global poverty. CADA works to promote sustainable development, social justice and a fairer society in both local and global contexts. CADA is the only membership body specifically for International NGOs in NI and provides a platform for members to present a united voice on key advocacy issues, such as climate change and implementation of the 2030 sector agenda.

About the role:

The Development Officer will play an important role in strengthening and expanding the network of Aid and Development Agencies in Northern Ireland. This post, funded by a three-year grant, will focus on fostering collaboration, inspiring change, and influencing policy within the Coalition. CADA’s Strategic Plan 2024- identified 3 areas of focus: Supporting and Developing the Network, Inspiring Change and Influencing Policy. This role will contribute to each of these areas through a variety of responsibilities as outlined below.

About You:

The ideal candidate will have proven experience in being proactive, innovative, and skilled in both relationship building and strategic planning. You will have strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and inspire diverse stakeholders. To succeed in this role, you will have knowledge of policy, advocacy or campaigns, and experience in working with governmental and non-governmental organisations.

Full details on the role and person specification can be found in the attached job description.

Benefits:

- 25 days’ annual leave, pro-rated for part-time employees.
- Office closure between Christmas Day and New Year’s Day
- Flexible hours and hybrid working
- Annual leave purchase scheme
- Enhanced parental leave pay
- Stakeholder pension
- Season ticket loan
- Cycle scheme
- Life assurance
- Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Details of our benefits could be found on our website.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion:

Concern Worldwide encourages all qualified candidates, irrespective of gender, ethnicity and origin, disability, political beliefs, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, or socio-economic status to apply to become a part of the organization. Concern is against all forms of discrimination and unequal power relations and is committed to promoting equality.

About our office:

Our Belfast office is based in a listed building in a busy area close to lots of useful local amenities.

Staff are expected to come into their base office once per week or the monthly equivalent i.e. 4 times per month. Staff are also able to flex their start and finish times between the hours of 7am to 7pm daily.

To apply:

Please upload your CV and cover letter by 15th November 2024.

Concern reserves the right to close this role before the deadline.

All candidates who are short-listed for an interview will be notified via email after the application deadline

Candidates must be legally entitled to work in the UK at the time of application.

Conditions of Appointment:

This role is a fixed Term Contract, working 4 days and 28 hours per week. This role is subject to funding and will be set for a fixed term duration to start as soon as possible through to April 2027, when funding for the role will end.

Location: Belfast
Contract Type: Fixed Term Part Time
Salary: From £35,323

You may also have experience in the following: Digital Marketing Fundraising Manager, Marketing Strategist, Online Fundraising Manager, Digital Campaign Manager, Charity Marketing Specialist, Digital Engagement Manager, Fundraising Marketing Lead, Digital Communications Manager, Donor Engagement Specialist, etc.

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We are excited to be recruiting a Programme Officer for The Scholars Programme to join the Programme Management Team and support us to deliver the goals set out in Join the Club, our ambitious strategy for 2021-2026.

The Programme Officer role is essential to the delivery of high-quality Scholars Programme placements. Each Programme Officer in the team manages a cluster of placements, working with teachers to arrange programme logistics and PhD tutors to deliver their courses in schools. Building and maintaining excellent relationships with stakeholders and securing high data returns to help track pupil outcomes are key priorities for this role. Programme Officers are also involved in the direct delivery of aspects of the Programme (e.g. PhD tutor training and university events) and oversee the renewal of school partnerships.

This role requires a driven and dynamic team player, with successful experience of school teaching, academia or programme management. The postholder will be positive and proactive, with a commitment to delivering excellent standards. They will be comfortable building relationships with a wide range of stakeholders and managing logistics through our online CRM system. They will champion the charity’s values and embody them in interactions with colleagues and partners.

This role will involve some travel to deliver events at our different university partners. While this role can be based at any of our offices throughout the UK, some travel will also be required (mainly to London) for events and to attend in-person meetings.

Fundraising Executive

We are seeking an experienced Fundraising Executive to work with a charity that supports individuals who have a life limiting condition, helping to generate vital income through trust, grant, corporate, and event fundraising.

Position: Fundraising Executive

Salary: £37,500 per annum (pro rata, depending on experience)

Location: Hybrid (Travel across North West Leicestershire required)

Hours: 30 hours per week (4 days)

Closing Date: 15th November 2024

About the Role:

As the Fundraising Executive, you will be responsible for generating both restricted and unrestricted income to meet the charity’s annual funding targets. Working closely with the wider team, including volunteers, you will develop an annual fundraising plan and lead efforts to secure funding from trusts, foundations, and corporate partners. Your role will also include developing and managing a Corporate Champions scheme, working with local businesses to secure regular financial support. Reporting on the progress of applications and managing relationships with funders are also key aspects of this role, as well as being responsible for one part-time fundraiser.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Lead on fundraising through trusts, grants, and corporate partnerships
• Develop and implement an annual fundraising plan
• Manage the Corporate Champions scheme to secure ongoing corporate support
• Submit tailored grant applications and ensure compliance with funder requirements
• Provide regular progress reports and maintain a database of funders
• Work closely with volunteers and attend key meetings to support fundraising activities

About You:

As Fundraising Executive you will be a proactive and experienced fundraiser with a proven track record of securing income through trusts, grants, and corporate partnerships. You will need to have strong organisational skills, excellent written communication, and the ability to build and maintain relationships with donors. Experience in corporate fundraising is essential, and you will need to be confident in developing new strategies to engage local companies. You will be comfortable working in a flexible, hybrid environment and occasionally outside standard working hours to attend key events.

Key Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience in trust and grant fundraising
• Strong knowledge of corporate partnerships and event fundraising
• Ability to manage relationships with funders and corporate partners
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team

About the Organisation:

You will be working with a charity based in North West Leicestershire, dedicated to supporting the local community through various initiatives. Their mission is to bring hope and provide essential support to those in need. By joining the team, you will play a critical role in ensuring the charity has the resources to continue making a positive impact on people’s lives.

Other Roles You May Have Experience Of Could Include: Fundraising Manager, Corporate Partnerships Executive, Trusts and Foundations Officer, Development Manager, Grants and Trusts Manager, etc.

The Talent Set are delighted to be partnering with The Outward Bound Trust as they search for a Major Gifts Manager.

The Outward Bound Trust is an educational charity that aims to inspire young people to realise their potential through outdoor learning and adventure. Established in 1946, the Trust operates several residential centres across the UK, located in areas of outstanding natural beauty such as the Lake District, Snowdonia, and the Scottish Highlands.

Their programs aim to develop confidence, resilience, teamwork, and leadership skills through challenging outdoor activities. These experiences can help individuals to overcome personal challenges, achieve their goals, and make a positive contribution to society.  They also partner with schools, colleges, and employers to provide impactful residential courses and apprenticeships.

The Outward Bound Trust is committed to making these experiences accessible to all young people, offering funding to break down financial barriers.  The newly created role of Major Gifts Manager will be crucial to their fundraising aims, managing and coordinating the Major Donor programme.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement an effective stewardship plan creating timely and meaningful engagement with major donors
• Managing a portfolio of Major Donors, developing relationships and commitment to enhanced donations
• Work with the senior leadership team and board to coordinate communication and relationships with donors
• Create compelling propositions for donors, this will also include capital projects

Person Specification:

• The role would suit an experienced major donor officer or executive looking to further their career.
•  Must have experience of managing stewardship and solicitation in a major gifts programme
•  Confidence in developing relationships with major donors and internal senior stake holders
• Ability to effectively use data and CRM to further facilitate stewardship of donors and unlocking potential of uplift donations

Salary - £37,000- £42,000

Flexible working patterns offered and part time working considered

60% in the London office. Some overnight and travel required on average once a month

Interviews scheduled in person for the 19th November.

 

To be considered for this position please apply with your CV as soon as possible, regrettably please note we may not be able to reply to each and every application.

We are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practises that ensure equal opportunity for everyone, regardless of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and will happily make reasonable adjustments to always ensure a fair process