International Development Jobs

Our client exists to accelerate progress towards the SDGs and climate goals. Active now in over 50 countries, they work to progress the transformation of global financial systems so that every investment, business and government spending decision takes into account impact. They now require a Grant Writer to cover a period of maternity leave, and Prospectus is pleased to be supporting the search.

The Grant Writer will cover a longstanding and successful fundraiser to lead on proposal writing to grant-makers globally. Reporting to the Chief Strategy Officer, the postholder will conceptualise to complete stage full ownership of proposal development for 25+ $250k-$5m funding opportunities across a variety of funder types and opportunities. This includes individuals, foundations, governments, ODA agencies and corporates. The Writer will coordinate inputs with colleagues across teams and ensure due diligence requirements are fulfilled and deadlines are met.

The selected candidate will have international development experience combined with specific grant and proposal writing to government donor agencies, the EU, and institutional foundations. Ideally partnerships secured would be at the $200k+ level to match the current portfolio and the postholder will ideally have impact investment interest and familiarity.

At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process, then please contact Firas El Dib at Prospectus.

 If you feel you meet some of the criteria but not all, we really hope you'll enquire and learn more. Prospectus can advise and support on each part of the role and hopefully your application, so we look forward to hearing from you. 

In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will arrange for a meeting to brief you on the role. You'll then have all the information you need to formally apply. We are looking forward to connecting with you soon.

The International Nepal Fellowship (INF) is Nepal’s longest serving international NGO with over seven decades of experience working with Nepal’s poorest and most disadvantaged people and communities.

Nepal is one of the poorest and least developed countries in the world. After a decade of peace following the 1996 to 2006 civil war, the country was hit by several generation-defining events. In 2015, a catastrophic earthquake killed nearly 9,000 people and then the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic took its toll on the nation, amplifying challenges such as social exclusion, limited access to basic services, and weakening economic growth.

Its people have worked hard and achieved much to reduce poverty in Nepal. Twenty years ago, nearly every other family lived in extreme poverty, earning less than $1.25 a day. Although this number has halved, today there are still one in four families living in extreme poverty. This is why Nepal and its people need further help in the alleviation of poverty and suffering.

Today, INF in the UK is a forward-thinking and impactful organisation, raising funds and supporting programmes and projects initiated and delivered by our Nepali partners, addressing key needs in healthcare, disability, community resilience, education and emergency relief.

We are motivated by our Christian faith, showing active compassion for some of the world’s poorest people, and encouraging individuals and communities to access and enjoy their rights as a holistic expression of our values.

We believe all people are equal, and so inclusion and dignity are very important to us, irrespective of gender, sexual orientation, religious belief, disability, economic status, caste or any other feature.

INF UK is continuing on a journey of transformation. Five years ago we moved from being a missionary sending agency to a resourcing organisation, raising funds and awareness for our partners locally. We are now embarking on the transition to becoming a more locally-led organisation, supporting and empowering our local partners to assume a greater role in the way INF UK develops and evolves.

INF UK now seeks a CEO to lead a small and talented team and drive this process of transformational change. You will bring experience of senior leadership, international development, strategic planning, resource mobilisation, partnership building and financial oversight. This will be underpinned by a mature Christian faith and a passion to see Nepali people living dignified, hope-filled lives, free from poverty and suffering.

If this sounds like you we would love to hear from you. Closing date is 5pm GMT on Thursday 12th December 2024.

Please note that this role has an Occupational Requirement to be a committed Christian as permitted under Schedule 9, Part 1, of the Equality Act 2010.

STAND, formerly known as Legs4Africa, is dedicated to enabling individuals with limb differences in sub-Saharan Africa to live independently and thrive within their communities. We ensure access to high-quality prosthetic limbs and holistic rehabilitation services, empowering people to regain their mobility and dignity. At STAND, we envision a world where everyone, regardless of their circumstances, has the opportunity to lead a full and active life.

The Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Supporter Engagement Manager to lead our digital engagement strategy and deepen connections with our supporters. This role is crucial to growing our community, increasing regular giving, and securing sustainable funding to expand our impact. You will create and manage compelling, mission-driven content across multiple platforms, collaborating closely with fundraising and communications teams to deliver campaigns that resonate. You will work alongside our grants and trusts manager.

Key Responsibilities

1. Digital Communications: Lead STAND’s digital presence by managing social media platforms, email marketing, website updates, and YouTube content to drive supporter engagement.
2. Campaign Strategy and Execution: Plan, deliver, and optimise digital campaigns to increase income, grow our supporter base, and encourage regular giving.
3. Community Building: Cultivate strong relationships with supporters, fostering long-term commitment and engagement, and inspiring them to become regular givers, major donors, and advocates for STAND.
4. Donor Engagement: Develop targeted email and outreach campaigns, ensuring personalised and consistent communication with donors.
5. Content Creation: Produce inspiring, engaging content aligned with STAND’s mission, utilising slick editing, creative writing, design, and graphics to reinforce key messages and showcase impact.
6. Data-Driven Insights: Monitor and analyse key metrics (e.g., income generation, supporter engagement, and social media growth) to refine strategies and maximise impact.
7. Brand Ambassador: Represent STAND’s values in all communications, maintaining a consistent tone and vision across platforms.

What We Offer

1. A 4-day work week promoting a healthy work-life balance.
2. An inclusive, collaborative, and creative work environment.
3. 5% employer pension contribution
4. 5-week holiday allowance per year
5. Flexible working hours
6. Training opportunities available
7. The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with limb differences in sub-Saharan Africa.
8. Professional development and growth within a purpose-driven organisation.

Essential Skills and Experience

1. Experience: Proven success in digital marketing, supporter engagement, or fundraising, ideally within the non-profit sector.
2. Digital Communications Skills: Strong capability in social media management, email marketing, and website content.
3. Creative and Organised: Proficient in content creation, with a knack for slick editing, engaging design, and clever wordsmithing.
4. Collaborative Approach: A team player, dedicated to building strong relationships internally and externally.

Desirable Skills

1. CRM Experience: Familiarity with donor databases and CRM platforms.
2. Platform Familiarity: Experience with tools like Mailchimp, Google Analytics, and Hootsuite.
3. Media Relations: Background in media relations or managing campaigns involving journalists.

Remote Work & Travel

This role offers remote work flexibility, with occasional travel required. Quarterly visits to Bristol and an annual trip to one of our project countries will be expected.

Key Metrics for Success

1. Growth in regular givers and one-off donations.
2. Increased engagement on digital platforms.
3. Income generated from digital fundraising campaigns.
4. Strengthening relationships with major donors and media.

Who we are:

Muslim Aid is a UK faith-based international development organisation that provides support to communities around the world affected by disasters, conflict, or endemic poverty without regard to their social, religious, or ethnic background. 

Established in 1985, Muslim Aid has facilitated the engagement of the British Muslim and non-Muslim community in support of its work in a variety of ways. Over the years, its humanitarian work has included responses to major crises around the world including, famine in East Africa, earthquakes and flooding in Pakistan and Bangladesh as well as conflicts in Syria and Yemen. 

We place strong emphasis on long-term development projects that build the capacity of local people to help themselves. In addition to the 5 country offices worldwide we also work with multiple partner offices focusing on sustainable Development Programmes and providing humanitarian relief during times of crisis.

Summary of the role:

The Global Programmes Assistant reports directly to the Global Programmes Manager and will primarily be responsible for providing support functions to the International Programmes team. The role requires excellent organisational, teamwork and numeracy skills, to work with key stakeholders to ensure an effective, efficient and quality delivery of development and emergency response programmes. The Global Programmes Assistant also supports the administrative work of the department, including the preparation and tracking of project payments, and maintaining partner due diligence records.

About the Role:

1. Provide programme and administrative assistance to Country Programmes and Programmes Partnerships teams as required including support with the development and production of project proposals.
2. Responsible for updating and maintaining the Project Tracker and SharePoint site.
3. Maintain soft (and if required hard copies of) programme files, provide filing assistance to the team and support archiving.
4. Ensure the timely submission of quarterly and completion reports, and support the review of seasonal and small-medium project reports as delegated by Country Programmes and Programmes Partnerships teams
5. Maintain and review the report supporting documents including field reports, financial evidence, centrally agreed documents, media and case studies.
6. Support the development of IPD wide administrative systems.

About You:

To be successful in this role, you will need:

1. Previous experience of working within a Programme Support/administrative role.
2. Experience of working with budgets and/or processing payments.
3. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to liaise with a variety of stakeholders and employees at all levels.
4. High degree of organisational and time management skills.
5. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and the ability to learn and utilise any software adopted by Muslim Aid.
6. Ability to work under pressure, be proactive and work on own initiative. 

Why you should apply:

Join Muslim Aid as a Global Programmes Assistant and support impactful humanitarian and development projects worldwide. Working closely with the Global Programmes Manager, you will ensure effective project delivery, quality standards, and create engaging content from our successes for stakeholders. If you’re organised, detail-oriented, and passionate about programme support, apply now to help drive global change!

Benefits you will enjoy working for us: 

• 25 days annual leave + 4 privilege days 
• Hybrid working
• Paid time off for medical appointments 
• 2 hours lunch break on Fridays 
• Time off in Lieu (TOIL) 
• Pension Scheme

How to apply:

To apply please submit your cover letter (no more than 1 page) and CV. 

Location: Benin, Senegal, Guinea Bissau or Mali

Contract: 12-month fixed term contract

Salary: local terms and conditons apply

Responsibilities

• Design Research: Conduct research on local cultural contexts, using resources like the Sightsavers image and design libraries, and validate findings with local teams. 
• Desk Reviews: Review existing interventions and resources, gathering performance data and liaising with programme teams and colleagues.
• User Testing: Organise user testing sessions, plan and schedule activities, and create summary reports of feedback.
• Media Research: Research local media penetration to understand the landscape for effective communication with target audiences.
• Meeting Administration: Support meeting administration by taking notes and capturing outcomes to inform design research.
• Design Training: Assist in planning and coordinating inclusive design training sessions, preparing materials, and providing support.
• Supplier Mapping: Identify local production suppliers and creative agencies, and research sources for copywriting and translation of project materials.

This is a highly varied and involved role and the above is not an exhaustive list of duties or required professional skills. Please see the Job Description for full details.

Jobholder Requirements

Essential Skills:

• Demonstrable professional experience in design research, working with communications, service, or product designers.
• Excellent organisational and research skills.
• Ability to own your sphere of work and adopt a flexible, collaborative approach.
• Demonstrable sensitivity working cross-culturally and with different demographic groups.
• Excellent interpersonal skills: able to listen carefully, ask the right questions at the right time, and empathise and understand.
• Comfortable working to deadlines on multiple projects.
• A belief in the power of design and international development to make the world a better place.
• Understanding of and commitment to equality of opportunity for disabled people.

Desirable Skills:

• Proficiency in additional languages such as French, Portuguese, Arabic, Swahili, or Yoruba.
• Understanding of inclusive design principles and accessibility standards.
• Lived or cultural experience of any of our programme countries.

Please complete the application and submit your CV in English. Applications not in English may not be reviewed.

Next Steps

To apply for this exciting new opportunity, please complete an application via our recruitment portal. We are particularly interested in learning of your motivations for applying.

Please complete the application and submit your CV in English to be considered for this role. We kindly ask for all applications to be in English to ensure a thorough review process.

As an equal opportunity employer, we actively encourage applications from all sections of the community. Sightsavers is a Disability Confident Leader and qualified people living with a disability are particularly encouraged to apply.

Closing date: 1 December 2024

Leading international development grant assurance specialists seek experienced French speaking audit professional for exciting management opportunities. 

Responsibilities
• Travelling internationally to a wide range of locations, on a regular basis, conducting audits or special assignments; working with, and supporting NGOs, public sector organisations & institutional donors such as the UN.
• Demonstrate a detailed knowledge of public sector audit issues and techniques and provide guidance to other team members based on previous experience;
• Demonstrate a detailed understanding of public sector structures and the legal and contractual frameworks in which the assignments are performed and provide guidance to other team members based on previous experience;
• Demonstrate a detailed understanding of International Standards on Auditing (ISAs) and provide guidance to other team members based on previous experience;
• Be involved in the assignment process from planning to finalisation;
Prepare a tailored plan for large or complex assignments based on an understanding of the terms of reference;
• Lead assignment fieldwork teams including locally based staff for large or complex assignments;
• Demonstrate the ability to identify the findings on an assignment and write them up in a detailed, precise and clear way in the assignment report;
• Lead opening meetings and present the audit findings at closing meetings;
• Conduct assignments in a sceptical but constructive manner;
• Draft a report for each assignment on a timely basis;
• Be responsible for completing the audit programme and audit file;
• Be aware of assignment deadlines and work with the team to ensure deadlines are met;
• Monitor the time spent on assignments against budget and discuss with the Manager if budget overruns are anticipated;
• Prepare proposals for specific assignments within a framework contract
• Contribute to drafting tenders;
• Identify potential opportunities for obtaining new work. Take action to follow up such
opportunities with a manager/partner;
• Develop internal contacts and demonstrate an awareness of the services offered by other
departments in the firm;

Internal development 
• Provide on the job training and guidance to more junior team members throughout the
assignment process;
• Contribute to office-based training sessions including development of training material;
• Conduct induction training for new staff members;
• Do job appraisals for more junior team members;
• Check that the staff planner is kept up to date for each assignment;
 

Please note, if you are not a fluent French speaker similar opportunities may be availabe - so please apply. 

Turn your back on dull statutory audit assignments and take your audit skills global, into a truly rewarding and challenging new sector, where your work is critical to the success of NGO development projects.

Our partner is providing essential assurance services to a number of large institutions around the world, this specialist team works closely with global clients such as UNICEF, The Gates Foundaton & The World Bank – delivering and managing international development grant-funded programmes. This long established, diverse and multi-lingual team are global leaders in this field

This role is on the frontline of this globally focussed department travelling internationally, meeting clients, colleagues and auditees. Leading meetings, leading audit teams, writing audit reports. Representing the department in person in front of multiple partners and stakeholders. Contributing to the success of critical development projects worldwide - focused on public healthcare, education, disease prevention, and conservation across the developing world. The role offers travel experiences (post pandemic) that very few other roles can match. You will

• Prepare a tailored plan for all assignments based on a good understanding of the terms of reference and the applicable contractual conditions
• Lead opening meetings with clients and auditees and present the audit findings clearly and credibly at closing meetings
• Lead assignment fieldwork teams, including locally based staff, on overseas assignments, or work alone
• Demonstrate the ability to identify issues and areas of non-compliance on an assignment and write them up as findings in a detailed, precise and clear way in the assignment report
• Be able to work to tight deadlines and manage time effectively
• Be prepared to be out of the office on international assignments for up to 40% of the time*

Key skills required..

• A genuine interest in International Development and making a difference.
• A love of international travel, preferably with experience of working or volunteering internationally
• A second language, especially French, Spanish, German, Portuguese and Arabic
• A professional accountancy qualification (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)
• An ability to communicate in a professional, constructive and respectful manner
• A proven track record in audit work

"A fantastic way to break into the International Development sector"

Grade: 5

Position type: Full time, Permanent   

Responsible to: Website Manager

Direct reports: None

Location: Truro, Cornwall (hybrid) or remote UK with quarterly travel to Truro

 Role purpose:

Join ShelterBox as our Website Copywriter and Editor and take the lead in generating ideas, writing and creating engaging content for our international websites. You’ll be responsible for crafting top-quality web copy and building web pages that look beautiful and perform brilliantly.

This is a creative and strategic role. In addition to paying attention to how the website looks and feels, you will plan our content strategy, use SEO principles in your writing and be able to spot user trends and share insights.

You’ll join a friendly and ambitious team, playing a key role in helping to make ShelterBox a global name. The role offers variety, working with other teams within the organisation to deliver a range of strategic projects.

Who are we looking for?

ShelterBox is looking for a creative and proactive individual with at least 2 years of experience working in copywriting or website content production. If you have a knack for spotting digital trends, engaging audiences and testing new approaches, then we want to hear from you!

The ideal candidate will have:

· Writing Skills:  You should have a proven track record of crafting digital copy and comfortable with demonstrating the impact and conversions it has driven. You should be adept at tailoring your writing style to different audiences, whether you’re explaining complex international issues or crafting persuasive fundraising appeals.

· Strategic Mindset: You should be able to interpret Google Analytics data to understand what content works well and adapt the website accordingly

· Attention to Detail: Your content should be engaging, accurate and aligned with our brand voice.

This is a fantastic opportunity to get ‘behind the scenes’ of a busy emergency disaster relief organisation and help us work towards a world where no one goes without shelter.

Key Responsibilities:

Content Creation

· Produce engaging, high quality web copy that truly connects with our audiences and converts

· Design, write and create impactful web pages with compelling content to boost engagement and drive donations for our fundraising and communication campaigns

· Ensure all webpages are visually appealing and aligned with our brand guidelines and tone of voice

· Plan and deliver the ShelterBox blog to increase engagement and organic traffic

· Regularly update and maintain current website content, including case studies, country pages, and evergreen content, ensuring all information is current and performing well

· Provide ideas for new web pages and copy based on SEO opportunities and industry trends.

· Provide training to fundraising teams to develop their web copywriting skills

Planning, Testing and Auditing 

· Create a website content plan that meets user needs, attracts new visitors to the website and improves SEO rankings

· Conduct SEO keyword research and monitor search rankings across the website

· Identify areas for improvement across in current website content and introduce new, engaging content

· Build tests and implement learnings into content plans, using split testing and optimisation tools

· Ensure website content is meeting user needs by running web surveys, putting the user at the heart of our content strategy

· Use tools like Google Analytics (GA4) and Hotjar to analyse web content performance and optimise supporter journeys

· Share insights and best practice with wider teams so they know what is working well and how to improve

International support

· Support our smaller affiliate websites by monitoring their content, prompting and helping those teams to update their pages

· Share our high-quality web content across all affiliate networks

· Support teams to improve quality of content with SEO training and recommendations.

· Share best practice insights, advice and training to all affiliate teams

Other responsibilities

· Any other duties as needed, appropriate to the level and grade of the post

Why work for us?

At CARE International UK we affirm the dignity, potential and contribution of participants, donors, partners and staff. Our actions are consistent with our mission. We are honest and transparent in what we do and say and accept responsibility for our collective and individual actions. We work together effectively to serve the larger community. We constantly challenge ourselves to the highest levels of learning and performance to achieve greater impact.

At CARE International UK, we are committed to creating a workplace that fosters innovation, collaboration, and personal growth. We believe in making a difference and offer you the opportunity to contribute to impactful humanitarian work. Our supportive environment, emphasis on professional development, and dedication to diversity and inclusion make CARE an exceptional place to advance your career.

We are seeking a Risk and Internal Audit Manager to lead our risk management and internal audit initiatives. This critical role involves developing a robust risk management framework, conducting thorough internal audits, and ensuring compliance with donor requirements. The successful candidate will demonstrate an understanding of humanitarian issues and standards, including codes of conduct and accountability principles, and possess a working knowledge of French or Spanish. Exceptional communication skills and the ability to influence stakeholders are essential.

About you

You are a highly skilled professional with a Chartered Institute of Internal Auditors (CIA) certification or a full CCAB qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA). Your extensive experience in risk management and internal audit, particularly within an international NGO or a similar environment, equips you with the necessary expertise to excel in this role. You are a strategic thinker with excellent communication skills, capable of engaging and influencing stakeholders at all levels. Your analytical prowess and problem-solving abilities, combined with your self-motivation and proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, set you apart.

About the role

As the Risk and Internal Audit Manager, you will play a pivotal role in fortifying our organisation by overseeing both risk management and internal audit operations. You will develop and manage CARE International UK’s risk management framework, maintain and update the organisation’s risk register, and provide regular risk management reports. You will also develop and execute an annual internal audit plan, ensuring compliance with recognised auditing standards. Your role involves coordinating with various CARE entities and overseeing specialist audits in areas like cybersecurity and GDPR. International travel will be required to support CARE International UK funded programmes.

About CARE

CARE International UK is part of a global confederation dedicated to fighting poverty and social injustice. We work in over 100 countries, supporting life-saving programs and advocating for policy changes to improve the lives of the world’s most vulnerable populations. Our mission is to save lives, defeat poverty, and achieve social justice. Joining CARE means becoming part of a team that is passionate about making a tangible difference in the world.

Safeguarding

CARE International UK has a zero-tolerance approach to any abuse to, sexual harassment of or exploitation of, a vulnerable adult or child by any of our staff, representatives or partners. CARE International UK expects all staff to share this commitment through our Safeguarding Policy (link here) and our Code of Conduct (link here). They are responsible for ensuring they understand and work within the remit of these policies throughout their time at CARE International UK.

Safeguarding our beneficiaries is our top priority in everything we do, including recruitment. All offers of employment at CARE International UK are subject to:

- satisfactory references. CARE International UK participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme (link here).In line with this Scheme, we will request information from successful applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. 

- appropriate criminal record checks (including a Bridger check, link here).

By submitting an application, the applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.

Equality and Diversity

We are committed to Equality and value Diversity.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and particularly welcome applications from disabled people. We guarantee interviews to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role (see person specification). If you require the candidate brief or need to submit your application in an alternative format, because of a disability, please do get in touch by sending an email to our HR team.

We also encourage people from Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds or LGBT+ to apply for roles at CARE International UK.

Please note that in compliance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006, all job offers at Care International UK are conditional on eligibility to work in the UK

Closing date:  6 December 2024

Interview date:  TBC

Senior Finance Business Partner required for an international development charity who are actively supporting those affected by conflict. This charity supplies aid and medical support to displaced people in war torn countries. As Senior Finance Business Partner, you will be leading the financial reporting of the countries which will enable critical financial decision making that will impact the lives of people at their most vulnerable.

The Senior Finance Business Partner will lead the budgeting and forecasting process, closely partner budget holders in fundraising, as well as the overseas country offices. They will develop budgets, ensure full cost recovery as well as analyse fundraising investment proposals and maximising grant opportunities from institutional donors.

We are looking for a solutions focused Senior Finance Business Partner who will be able to support budget holders at a senior level. Being a formally qualified accountant with experience gained in a Charity setting is essential, (ideally, international development), who is able to work at pace in a continually changing environment.

As this is a new role, this is a really exciting opportunity to make this role your own, from systems enhancements, to re-engineering processes, its an ideal chance to bring your skills and experience to mould the role as you see fit. As the organisation grows, so will the team so this role also represents a great opportunity to progress your career.

Hybrid working pattern - 2 days in the central London office required per week.

The Vacancy

The Programme Officer will work within the Conflict Advisory Unit (CAU). The CAU provides high-quality advisory and technical support to a range of aid actors across the humanitarian, development and peacebuilding sectors, including donor institutions, UN agencies, international and national NGOs, civil society organisations, financial institutions and the private sector to integrate conflict sensitivity principles and practices into their strategies, policies, and programmes. The CAU runs remote conflict sensitivity/ peace and security helpdesks for donors, implements in-country conflict sensitivity facilities (currently in Afghanistan, South Sudan and Sudan), and undertakes bespoke conflict sensitivity work.  

In additional to the CAU, the Programme Officer will work with country programme teams and other teams across Saferworld to support the uptake of more conflict-sensitive ways of working across diverse conflict-affected contexts and help to promote learning and good practice on adopting conflict-sensitive approaches. This role offers an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role within a dynamic and enthusiastic team and to work in support of addressing issues that are important for people affected by conflict and the aid sector.  

For more information about the roles and responsibilities, person specification and any other requirements, please refer to the job document.

Saferworld reserves the right to close this vacancy early given sufficient quality applicants. We therefore encourage early applications to avoid missing out.

The Organisation

Saferworld is an international organisation dedicated to conflict prevention and peacebuilding programming, policy and practice. We collaborate with institutions and work directly with partners across Africa, Asia, the Middle East and Europe to tackle diverse factors that drive violent conflict, injustice and insecurity. We participate in major global policy debates on peace, justice and security to influence change.

For more information about Saferworld as an organisation, our commitment to diversity and inclusion, safeguarding, interview process or staff benefits, please refer to our website or jobs page.

The Vacancy

Islamic Relief Worldwide (IRW) is a faith-based humanitarian relief and development organisation working to save and transform the lives of some of the world’s most vulnerable people.  Established in 1984, with an active presence in over 45 countries, we strive to make the world a better and fairer place for those affected by poverty, conflict and natural disasters. In the UK, IRW has a partner whose main role is to raise funds, raise awareness, carry out advocacy and support domestic programmes: this partner is called Islamic Relief UK (IRUK).

Islamic Relief UK (IRUK) is currently recruiting for the position of ‘Supporter Relations Income Officer' to join its dynamic Supporter Care Team. The purpose of the role is to oversee the day-to-day supporter relations Income operations, contributing towards developing and managing related processes for staff, supporters and the public in order to ensure all fundraising administration opportunities and supporter contribution to IR are maximised.

The post holder will be responsible for ensuring income is processed accurately, ensuring that supporters receive the highest standards of customer service. The post holder will also ensure that information held on supporters is accurate, appropriate and up to date to support IR objectives.

The successful candidate must have or be:

• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Excellent working knowledge and experience of The Raiser’s Edge database.
• Demonstrable experience of performing data extractions, reporting and data analysis
• A good level of competence in MS Excel, with specific reference to data manipulation.
• Analytical and pro-active with strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a methodical manner with constant attention to detail
• Working understanding of the gift aid scheme
• Experience of working in customer service environment
• Excellent time management skills
• Willingness to work longer hours including weekends during peak campaigns
• Excellent ability to work collaboratively in a team

If you are talented, reliable, service minded, resilient and a highly motivated professional looking for a meaningful career, with a strong commitment to IRW’s mission and values of sincerity, excellence, compassion, social justice and custodianship, please apply by completing our online application form.

For more information on the excellent company benefits we offer our employees, please visit our website.

PLEASE NOTE: Interviews are expected to take place on an ongoing basis until a suitable appointment is made. We therefore may close the advert sooner than the advertised date.

Pre-employment Checks:

Any employment with Islamic Relief will be subject to the following checks:

• screening clearance
• proof of eligibility to live and work within the UK
• criminal records check
• receipt of satisfactory references

Please note, for UK based roles, we are only able to accept applications from candidates who are eligible to work in the UK. We are unable to progress applications which would require sponsorship.

Our values and commitment to safeguarding

IRW is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and committed to promoting the welfare of children, young people, adults and beneficiaries with whom IRW engages. IRW expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us.

The post holder will undertake the appropriate level of training and is responsible for ensuring that they understand and work within the safeguarding policies of the organisation.

All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records checks. IRW also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme.

In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment.

By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

Senior Acquisition Executive - Challenges and Events (2312)

Contract Type: Permanent Full time
Closing Date: 6 December 2024
Salary: £39,538 - £43,931
Location: Belfast

Concern Worldwide (UK) is looking for a Senior Acquisition Executive – Challenges and Events to join the Public Fundraising Team on a full-time permanent basis.

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 the role:

The Senior Acquisition Executive will lead on the development of and successfully implement Concern Worldwide UK’s mass participation events and challenges strategy, to recruit new supporters to the organisation, and grow our base of supporters and unrestricted fundraising income.

About You:

The ideal candidate will have a proven understanding of complicated procedures in events, direct / digital marketing, product management or fundraising team. You will have demonstrable analytical skills and highly numerate with experience of keeping and monitoring financial & budgeting reports. You will have experience and knowledge of mass participation event fundraising, including donor stewardship and donor recruitment through a variety of channels and audiences. You will have experience of using a fundraising database for effective analysis of direct marketing campaigns and trend giving patterns. To succeed in this role you will strong planning and project management skills and excellent organisation skills and experience of managing a varied workload.

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 complete your application by 6th December 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:

The successful post holder will be required to complete a criminal records self-declaration form and an AccessNI check.

You may have experience in the following: Senior Director of Acquisition, Head of Strategic Acquisitions, Lead Acquisition Officer, Senior Business Development Executive, Global Acquisition Manager, etc.

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Job Description

We are seeking an IT Strategy and Transformation Lead to spearhead CARE International UK’s IT strategy and oversee transformative projects that modernise and optimise our technology infrastructure. This role is a 24 months fixed term contract (subject to extension). You will work closely with senior leadership to develop and implement a forward-looking IT strategy that supports our mission and long-term goals. You will lead initiatives such as cloud migration, system integration, and enhanced data security, ensuring our systems operate efficiently and securely. The successful candidate will possess a strategic vision, a solid understanding of IT risk management, and the ability to lead complex IT projects aligned with CARE’s global operations.

Why work for us?

At CARE International UK we affirm the dignity, potential and contribution of participants, donors, partners and staff. Our actions are consistent with our mission. We are honest and transparent in what we do and say and accept responsibility for our collective and individual actions. We work together effectively to serve the larger community. We constantly challenge ourselves to the highest levels of learning and performance to achieve greater impact.

About you

You are an accomplished IT leader with extensive experience in IT strategy and transformation, ideally within the not-for-profit sector. With a degree in Information Technology or a related field, and certifications in project management (e.g., PRINCE2, PMP) or cloud computing (e.g., Microsoft Azure), you bring the expertise needed to drive organisational efficiency and growth. Your project management skills, particularly in areas such as Azure migration and SharePoint implementation, are well-established, and you have a proven track record in integrating CRM, finance, and HR systems. Your leadership abilities, communication skills, and expertise in data protection and cybersecurity set you apart.

If you are passionate about making a meaningful impact through technology, we’d love to hear from you. Bring your expertise to CARE, where your skills can help drive positive change on a global scale.

About CARE

CARE International is one of the world’s leading humanitarian and development charities. We fight poverty and injustice in the world’s most vulnerable places.We save lives in disasters and conflicts. We stand with women, girls and their communities to achieve lasting change for a better future.

Safeguarding

CARE International UK has a zero-tolerance approach to any abuse to, sexual harassment of or exploitation of, a vulnerable adult or child by any of our staff, representatives or partners. CARE International UK expects all staff to share this commitment through our Safeguarding Policy and our Code of Conduct. They are responsible for ensuring they understand and work within the remit of these policies throughout their time at CARE International UK.

Safeguarding our beneficiaries is our top priority in everything we do, including recruitment. All offers of employment at CARE International UK are subject to:

- satisfactory references. CARE International UK participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information from successful applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment.

- appropriate criminal record checks (including a Bridger check). 

By submitting an application, the applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.

Equality and Diversity 

We are committed to Equality and value Diversity.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and particularly welcome applications from disabled people. We guarantee interviews to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role. If you require the candidate brief or need to submit your application in an alternative format, because of a disability, please do get in touch by sending an email to the HR Team.

We also encourage people from Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds or LGBT+ to apply for roles at CARE International UK.

Please note that in compliance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006, all job offers at Care International UK are conditional on eligibility to work in the UK

Closing date: 30 November 2024 at 11pm

Interview date: Week commencing 7 December 2024