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Flexible working with approximately 3 office days (Vauxhall) over a typical fortnight
The Talent Set are proud to be partnering with CARE International UK.
This Head of Communications and Brand will be a truly career defining opportunity to join the organisation at an exciting time, overseeing additional investment and organisational support for brand, identity and communications.
This is a strategic, hands-on and varied role: covering brand, media, the website, social media, ambassadors, and pulling together impactful integrated campaigns such as on International Women’s Day. You will work collaboratively with senior leaders across the organisation to help your team support different fundraising and advocacy goals, as well as driving excellence and consistency in communications across the whole organisation.
- Key Responsibilities
- To lead the team to create and deliver an ambitious, imaginative and effective brand and communications strategy for CARE that raises our profile amongst key audiences and leads to greater income and influence.
- Foster a high-performing, inclusive and collaborative team culture, where everyone is supported to deliver and develop in their roles, and held accountable for delivery.
- Oversee a modest but increased investment, deciding how to best use this to deliver organisational objectives, ensuring clear KPIs, deliverables and success metrics.
- Collaborate with other teams to embrace digital communications opportunities and grow our digital engagement with key audiences
- Drive innovative approaches to raise awareness and engagement with the organisation’s mission.
- Utilize and embed our new brand narrative. Act as the overall guardian of the CARE brand and put in place processes and support to ensure it is represented at it’s best in all external communications.
- Manage and enhance CARE’s presence across various media platforms including the website, social media, and through ambassadors, ensuring each area has its own clear strategy, that contributes to a consistent comms approach.
- Develop and imbed an ambassadors strategy that makes the most of our high-profile supporters to achieve organisational aims
Person Specification
- Creative and innovative approach to communications and brand.
- Strategic thinking and planning.
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to develop and execute integrated advocacy, marketing and communications campaigns.
- Experience creating innovative and/or creative digital engagement strategies and approaches
- Proven track record of comms activity that raised a charity’s profile, grown income and influence.
- Proficiency in digital media and social media platforms.
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
Please provide a CV and supporting statement
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Role Overview:
The Talent Set is thrilled to be working with a leading international development charity as they search for a new Philanthropy Manager to support them for a fantastic initial 3-month contract.
You'll lead the development and execution of the Philanthropy Strategy, the powerhouse behind securing vital unrestricted income for the charity. The Philanthropy Assistant will be your valued collaborator on this endeavour.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage direct reports, including recruitment, performance reviews, and coaching them to achieve objectives.
- Contribute to annual plans and budgets, develop new strategies (major donor engagement), and manage the Philanthropy budget.
- Oversee supporter journeys, major gifts programs, and donor segmentation to maximise income.
- Contribute to annual plans and budgets, develop new strategies (major donor engagement), and manage the Philanthropy budget.
- Oversee supporter journeys, major gifts programs, and donor segmentation to maximize income.
- Implement and document processes for high-quality supporter care.
- Maintain accurate donor records in the CRM system and ensure compliance with regulations.
Person Specification:
- Knowledge of the UK fundraising landscape and high-value donor motivations.
- Experience in relationship management, supporter care, event planning, and budgeting/metrics.
- Proven ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and manage multiple priorities.
- CRM experience and strong communication skills (written & spoken).
- Confidence using Microsoft Office 365 and donor database management.
- Understanding of the organisation’s programs, mission, values, and strategic direction.
- Cultural sensitivity and a commitment to the charity’s goals.
- Experience in line management, performance management, and staff development.
What’s On Offer:
- Competitive salary of £45,000 for the successful candidate.
- A flexible hybrid pattern with an average of just 1-day per-week in the charity’s central London office.
- An initial 3-month contract.
- Opportunity to work in a fantastic organisation that does fantastic work.
How to Apply:
To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role.
Commitment to Diversity:
The Talent Set and our partner organisation are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, sexual orientation, disability, age, or gender. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.
Goodman Masson is thrilled to collaborate with a globally recognised organisation dedicated to advancing sexual reproductive health care rights and justice, including safe abortion, across diverse communities worldwide. This impactful organisation is seeking a People Partner on a part time basis to play a pivotal role for the European Network, Americas, and the Caribbean. In this role you will support approximately 38 people who are based across Brussels, Mexico, and Trinidad and Tobago.
The will be part time, 3 days a week (flexible as to which days) and only require one day in the London office per week for the initial period with a view to make it less, should you so wish, thereafter. The main responsibilities are:
- Regional People Plans: Develop and implement regional people plans with DPOC, Regional, and Divisional Directors.
- Employee Lifecycle: Manage and enhance the employee lifecycle to ensure a positive and consistent experience.
- Recruitment and Talent Management: Plan recruitment to attract diverse talent, support selection processes, and manage talent for consistency and improved performance.
- Resource Management and Policies: Work with Regional Directors on resource management, adapt and implement People Policies, and handle pay review cycles.
- Employee Relations and Development: Identify and manage employee relations risks, foster a learning organization, build trusted relationships, and devise interventions to improve engagement and wellbeing.
The successful candidate will have:
- Full fluency in both English and Spanish, this will be required when communicating with the Mexico office and line managing your HR Officer who is based there.
- Qualified HR professional with extensive experience across the entire employee life cycle.
- Experienced HR or People Partner advising Senior Management Teams and working internationally on recruitment and employee relations.
- Proven track record in developing ambitious people plans, delivering projects, and co-designing key initiatives.
- Skilled in working with diverse, multicultural, and multilingual groups, with experience in psychometric profiling for multi-cultural environments and regulations
- Strong communication skills with the ability to write clear, user-friendly policies and procedures, anticipating risks and staying updated on external dynamics and legislative changes.
Benefits include:
- Competitive Part-time People Partner salary (depending on experience)
- Flexible Hybrid working arrangement
In our company values we aim for equity at all stages of the recruitment process, please let us know if we can do anything to make the process more accessible to you.
Job Description – Operations Manager
IcFEM Dreamland Mission is a Christian charity set up to help fund and support the work of IcFEM in
Kenya. We had been running for almost 20 years with volunteers
running a home-based UK office. Three years ago we employed staff in the UK for the first time. We
currently have income of £350k- £400k a year depending on the projects running. IcFEM Kenya is a
locally run organisation based at Kimilili in Western Kenya. IcFEM Kenya runs community projects as
well as a school and hospital. The past five years has seen our work grow significantly, including the
school and hospital which have developed into large institutions that are valued by the community
in Kimilili and fit well into the local government set up.
We are looking for an individual who is ambitious to see our ministry grow and is experienced at
blending trust in God with human endeavour.
We are seeking an Operations Manager who has experience of the charity sector and is prepared to
be flexible and adaptable to the needs of this small charity. There is the potential for flexibility within
this role and we would be willing to discuss a variation in hours worked. Some occasional evening or
weekend work will be needed, and occasional travel to Kenya is an important part of the role,
particularly to build relationships with the Kenyan team.
Operations manager
Full-Time: 37.5 hours a week or part time/job share considered.
Flexible working available
Work from home
Salary: £30,000-£40,000 PA (Based on experience)
Annual Leave: 25 days PA plus Bank holidays and your birthday if it falls on a weekday. The office
will shut 25th December -1st January and these days will not be counted as part of your leave
entitlement.
Accountable: Chair of Trustees, Treasurer and Secretary
Contract: Permanent (6-month probation)
Handover period: During the probation period some work currently undertaken by Trustees will be
handed over to the post holder. Upon successful completion of the probationary period the post
holder will report to the Chair of Trustees.
Job description
Governance and legal compliance
➢ Review and keep updated UK policy and procedure documentation, writing new policies
where necessary to encompass latest regulations
➢ Regularly review the Safeguarding policy, and risk assessment, with the Trustee who leads
on safeguarding
➢ Work with the Treasurer and Secretary to ensure compliance and deadlines for Charity
Commission
➢ Review “new volunteer” and “new staff member” packs to ensure they meet the legal
requirement of the Charity Commission and all data protection policies
➢ Ensure all staff and volunteers hold correct documentation such as DBS certificates
➢ Ensure compliance with all regulatory authorities and regularly report on these to the
Trustees
➢ Maintain up to date knowledge of Charity policy and procedures
Finance and administration
➢ Manage the charity income and donations, including processing of cheques, bank transfers
and donor management system to acknowledge donations
➢ Grow the number of individuals and churches in the UK who support this charity
➢ Develop and manage donor relationships.
➢ Maintain and develop appropriate financial policies
➢ Manage income from giving sites such as Just Giving, Virgin Giving and PayPal
➢ Manage designated project funds and other finance tasks
➢ Oversee the marketing and communication role to promote the charity
➢ Line manages the Operations Assistant
Project management
➢ Alongside the Operations Assistant, and working closely with the Kenya team, continue to
manage the school sponsorship scheme for IcFEM DEC primary school
➢ Alongside the Kenyan team grow and develop the secondary school sponsorship scheme
➢ Alongside the hospital staff, co-ordinate the UK funded DMH hospital projects including
reports and stories from Kenya
➢ Present own ideas for projects and start to take ownership of new projects
➢ Work with donors including churches to develop current and new projects
➢ Represent the charity externally and strengthen partnerships with all relevant stakeholders
➢ Manage the UK end of Community based projects (e.g. Tree Growing and Bee’s & Honey)
including communications, funding, donor and partner management
➢ Monitoring and evaluation
➢ Set up and manage a monitoring and evaluation system for all UK-funded projects
➢ Provide regular feedback to relevant Trustees or Volunteers who are partners on specific
projects and once a quarter feedback to Trustees meetings
General administration and IT
➢ Oversee regular updates to the website, and social media
➢ Manage enquires both on the telephone and via email
➢ Co-ordinate volunteers both in the UK and those wishing to visit Kenya
➢ Co-ordinate the office including annual leave and day to day planning
➢ Assist Trustees with other administrative matters
Person specification
We are seeking a servant-hearted, emotionally intelligent, self-aware and authentic individual who is
outward looking, a good communicator, level headed and tenacious.
Required experience
➢ Have had extensive experience of the charity sector
➢ Book-keeping, banking or other finance skills and/or experience
➢ Experience of managing teams including volunteers
➢ Proven track record of being a team player
➢ Proven track record of managing charity offices and projects
➢ Experience of working with the highest levels of discretion, integrity and honesty.
Desirable experience
➢ Experience of working in East Africa
➢ Experience of using Beacon Donor Manager, and Xero finance manager systems, and if not
willing to learn
➢ Experience of managing online donor platforms
➢ Experience of website management
➢ Educated to degree level in relevant area or relevant professional qualifications
➢ Fundraising experience
➢ Experience of marketing in a charity setting
➢ Experience of working with volunteers
Required skills and abilities
➢ Able to work with minimal supervision
➢ Good relationship management skills
➢ Have tact and diplomacy skills
➢ Excellent written and verbal communication, marketing and PR skills
➢ Have excellent IT skills including Excel and the ability to learn website management
➢ Highly organised, able to manage multiple tasks at once and under pressure, and adept at
building good relationships
➢ Able to foster a culture of innovation and initiative-taking, creating a ‘can do’ atmosphere
that values everyone’s contribution and coaches out the best in the team.
Desirable knowledge
➢ Be up to date with charity law and have experience of coordinating policy and procedures
➢ Educated at least to A level or equivalent with GCSE passes English and Maths
➢ Knowledge of charity governance and developing new policies for growing charities
Personal qualities
➢ An active Christian faith with an openness to engage in devotions in the office
➢ Willing to work with ethos of a Christian Mission including partaking in prayer meetings and
church meetings
➢ Model professionalism and a passion for excellence.
➢ Willing to be flexible and work some evenings
➢ Comfortable lone working or with only one colleague
➢ Be willing to travel to Kenya when required
This job has an occupational requirement under Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010 to be held by an
active, practising Christian who assents to our Statement of Faith.
Please send a CV with 2 references and a maximum of a 2 page cover letter
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
ODI
Legal Counsel – Legal
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £58,300 – £75,260 per annum
Location: London based hub - with hybrid working in the UK
Ref:LEGAL0124
About the role
A key aim for this role is to help the charity to reduce its legal, contracts and compliance risk profile and to respond proactively to changes in the legal, regulatory, donor and compliance context. The Legal Counsel reports to the Chief Finance and Operations Officer, works closely with the Chief Executive and other SLT members and supervises the Legal, Contracts and Compliance Advisors and the Paralegal and Procurement Officer.
Key responsibilities include:
· Oversight and management of key legal risks applicable to ODI including but not limited to, insurance, intellectual property, trademark registration, government legislation (including IR35) defamation, subscriptions, tenancy and lease agreements and other relevant agreements.
· Advise and manage contract disputes and audit challenges and assist ODI in mitigating legal risks not only in contracts but compliance and operational processes where required
· Provide advice and support to the research teams throughout the contract process, starting with tendering and negotiating through to the eventual contract award and implementation phase. This support will include review, drafting and negotiation of contract terms.
· Simplify and streamline the contract process; developing guidance, templates and training for teams involved in contracting and promoting sound contract management across the global entities.
· Support the programmes with assessment of donor procurement requirements and opportunities in order to deliver compliant, quality and value for money arrangements on behalf of ODI.
About you
- Qualification in English law preferable
- Strong knowledge of contract legislation and its application
- Knowledge of charity law and governance
- Knowledge of donor and regulatory body contract compliance issues
- Experience of working across different aspects of a contract’s lifecycle, from tender and negotiation to final agreement
- Experience in corporate or charity governance
- Experience of working in a charity
- Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills
- Excellent analytical and writing skills
- Good presentation and networking
- Ability to work in a team and with non-specialist staff
- Ability to work on own initiative and be task focused
Closing date: 3rd July 2024 at 11:59pm
Interview date: w/c 8th July 2024
ODI is committed to developing and supporting diverse and inclusive teams of people who share our passion, where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit. We welcome applicants from a range of diverse backgrounds including those who experience intersectional marginalisation on the basis of their class, race, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religious identity or belief, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity. We also welcome applications from those living with disabilities.
We offer competitive salaries, a generous company pension scheme, hybrid working and a range of flexible, family-friendly and inclusive employment policies to support well-being.
ODI is an equal opportunities employer
Charity Reg. No.228248
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Grants and Contracts Officer
Internews works to ensure access to trusted, quality news and information that empowers people to have a voice in their future and to live healthy, secure, and rewarding lives. We envision a world where everyone can communicate freely with anyone, anywhere, and exchange the news and information they need to shape their communities and the world.
For 35 years and in more than 100 countries, we have worked with our local partners to build hundreds of sustainable organizations, strengthened the capacity of thousands of media professionals, human rights activists, and information entrepreneurs, and reached millions of people with quality, local information, improving lives and building lasting change. On issues ranging from health and the environment to conflict and governance, Internews has developed approaches that harness the power of media and information to create positive change.
Internews is a charity operating internationally, with administrative centres in California, Washington DC, London, and Paris as well as regional hubs in Bangkok and Nairobi. Formed in 1982, Internews currently has offices in Africa, Asia, Europe, the Middle East, Latin America and North America.
Our commitment to a culture belonging:
Internews is passionate about our core values and about supporting positive change in the world. We pride ourselves on our commitment to innovation and flexibility. We believe that diverse teams are strong teams, and work to support an ethic of belonging, dignity, and justice for all people. Our current team includes a mix of genders, parents and non-parents, the self-taught, and people of multiple races, nationalities, ages, sexual orientations, and socio-economic backgrounds. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage candidates of all races, genders, ages, abilities, orientations, ethnicities, and national origins to apply, and actively welcome those with alternative backgrounds and experiences.
About the role:
This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated Grants Officer to join our dynamic organisation. During this maternity cover, Grants Officer will report directly to the Director of Grants, Contracts and Compliance. They will work across all of Internews’ geographies to provide the highest standard of grant management support to partners receiving higher value grants from us. The incumbent will have a unique opportunity to learn about Internews’ work and to contribute meaningfully to the advancement of our missions across the World.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Grant Management and Compliance
· Provide grant management support to Programme Management Units, country offices and partners. Participate in regional portfolio reviews.
· Support start‐ups of partner projects by coordinating project stakeholders and ensuring that all relevant processes and procedures are in place.
· Develop guidance documents and procedures to enable effective and compliant operation of partner projects. Supports project teams in adapting Internews’ standard sub-granting policies, procedures and toolkits to country contexts.
· Review and sign off on alldue‐diligence assessments in preparation for sub‐granting to partners.
· When requested, support project teams and the Business Officers, in monthly spend and burn rate reviews and donor report submissions
· Monitor the compliance from HQ to satisfy organisational and donorrequirements.
· Monitor the implementation of partner projects to ensure the implementation process is in line with grant agreements; and proposes solutions to implementation issues. Quality‐assure partner reporting, and track co-financing liabilities.
· Provide end-to-end management of partnership agreements, including drafting.
· Participate in project close-outs. Contribute to audit; support the audit manager on queries about sub-grants.
· Maintain records on the organisational grant management system.
Partnerships and Development
· Design and implement grant management and compliance trainings for partners and Internews staff.
· Identify and document best grant management practices from individual grants, works with M&E colleagues to coordinate debriefings with stakeholders.
· Advise development colleagues on key considerations relating to donor and statutory compliance requirements as related to sub-grants.
· Contribute to the development of partner budget proposals to ensure their appropriateness and compliance.
· Transfer grant-management expertise to country offices
· Support country office leadership teams to identify requirements and recruit grant management staff;
· Deliver trainings for key grant management staff in country offices and PMUs.
Expert advice
· Manage and develop the grants expertise at GC&C team ensuring the highest standards of grant management support to PMUs, country offices and regional and multi-country portfolios as required.
· Provide ongoing feedback to the Director of GC&C on required improvement and updates on donor regulations and contractual obligations to ensure organisational knowledge is built and improved continuously, with particular focus on the consistence and continuous improvement of sub-granting processes.
· Ensure good knowledge management across grants, including key project documentation, to enable all teams supporting the grant to access information and provide a fully auditable trail.
· Contribute to annual work planning and budgeting process.
Essential Skills and experience:
· Demonstrated experience in the context of international non-for-profit.
· Strong experience in the development and implementation of grant management processes and procedures.
· Deep understanding of rules of major European donors, including the European Commission, SIDA, and FCDO.
· Proven track record in conducting due diligence on organisations and their policies, ensuring compliance and alignment with standards.
· Proven track record in grant management training and mentorship for grantees.
· Comprehensive understanding of the setup, governance, and business models of non-for-profit organisations and media
· Exceptional verbal and written communication skills in English, enabling clear and effective interaction with stakeholders.
· Proficiency in interpreting budgets and accounts, facilitating informed decision-making.
· High IT literacy, including proficiency in grant management systems (preferably U4B), Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
· Demonstrated self-motivation and initiative, with the ability to work autonomously.
· Effective organisational skills, including prioritisation, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of tasks and adherence to deadlines.
Personal Characteristics / team culture:
· Flexible problem-solver with a proactive 'can-do' approach, adept at overcoming challenges.
· Excellent interpersonal skills, capable of building rapport with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
· Self-motivated and capable of working independently, while also thriving in a collaborative team environment.
· Dependable and reliable, consistently meeting commitments and delivering results.
· Positive, resilient, and supportive under pressure, maintaining composure and effectiveness in challenging situations.
Desirable:
· Experience in one or several of Internews’ geographies of work: Asia, MENA, Africa, Europe/Eurasia, Latin America and the Caribbean
· Familiarity with the media sector, including trends, challenges, and opportunities.
· Understanding of the unique needs and challenges faced by independent media.
· Proficiency in Arabic, French, Russian, or Spanish.
Vacancy Timeline:
Deadline for applications: 13 July 2024.
Please note that applications will be reviewed as and when they arrive. Interviews may be scheduled ahead of the vacancy closing date.
This role will be located in the UK, therefore the successful candidate will need to be able to demonstrate their right to work in the UK prior to the start date.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS and WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met or may be encountered by an employee performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable adjustments may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The above noted job description is not intended to describe, in detail, the multitude of tasks that may be assigned but rather to give the associate a general sense of the responsibilities and expectations of their position. As the nature of business demands change so, too, may the essential functions of this position.
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Closing date for applications: 14 July 2024, 23:59 (BST)
Organisation: Scriptoria Sustainable Development Solutions
Contract: Full time, permanent
Location: Flexible (UK only): Remote and/or London office, plus possible business travel
Salary: £35,000–£38,000 (depending on experience)
Start date: ASAP
Are you ready to leverage your communications skills and strategic thinking in an exciting role? Join our dynamic and friendly team at Scriptoria as a Communications Strategist and Writer! You'll create impactful content for top-tier international development and research organisations around the world, working with leading experts in diverse fields such as agriculture, water resources, climate change and health. Your ability to navigate and engage with a variety of subjects will be key to this role, making every project an engaging and rewarding experience.
Who we are
Scriptoria is a values-driven, ethically focused company that has a strong international reputation for excellence. We specialise in helping clients around the world to tackle sustainable development, poverty reduction, health, and climate and environmental issues. Our Communications, Consulting, Data and Training teams focus on knowledge management, data management and communications to help research, international development, government and other organisations better manage information and communicate their findings.
Who we’re looking for
We are seeking a talented and experienced communications strategist and writer, with a background in sustainable development, science or health communications, to join our Communications Services team. You will be educated to degree level – if you have a postgraduate qualification in a subject area relevant to our work, even better. We are looking for someone with a passion for making a difference through communications, with a friendly, outgoing personality. You’ll be interested in engaging strategically with international development and research projects to showcase results and enhance the impact of their work. You will also be encouraged to contribute to company-wide strategy and business development.
Your role will include:
- Developing and implementing communications, campaign and event strategies: you will develop and drive forward strategies and implementation plans to help organisations define their communications objectives and translate them into achievable outcomes.
- Writing and advising clients: you will write (and edit) copy for a wide range of materials and subject areas, and provide clients with advice on communications materials and approaches to best meet their needs.
- Generating new projects and business: you’ll have the opportunity to define your own role by supporting the team in generating strategic business opportunities – meeting clients and helping them to fully understand the benefits that working with Scriptoria brings.
Working at Scriptoria
The role offers the opportunity to get involved in a variety of projects, gain experience in different areas and contribute to the diverse range of services that Scriptoria provides.
Our staff have the flexibility to work wholly or partly from home or from our office in Tooting, South-West London, during regular operational hours (08:30–17:30). If working from home, staff must have a working environment suitable for holding video-call meetings with clients. Wherever you work, you will interact regularly with other team members to share skills and exchange ideas.
You will have 25 days of annual leave per year, plus public holidays.
Key skills and experience
- A degree in a subject area relevant to our work. A postgraduate qualification would be an advantage.
- A minimum of five years’ experience, together with a track record in developing communications, campaign and event strategies, and advising clients on their implementation.
- Experience in presenting to groups and facilitating workshops. Enthusiasm to travel would be a big advantage.
- Extensive experience as a writer in the areas of sustainable development, science or health, with a demonstrated flair for writing compelling, engaging text that effectively communicates key messages.
- A proven ability to develop and work to a brief, analyse and synthesise source materials and convey complex and technical information to non-specialist audiences.
- Excellent attention to detail, and the ability to copyedit and proofread documents.
- Strong project management skills and the ability to multi-task, meet deadlines and cope flexibly with a range of jobs to meet (and exceed) client expectations.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Our partner is a leading environmental organisation with impactful programmes in PNG. They are seeking a Finance Director to oversee the finance function; provide strategic analysis and advisory support; and to lead through succession planning and capacity strengthening within the country office.
Responsibilities
- Financial oversight of the programme – this includes ensuring that there is a strong control environment across the HQ and regional offices, that policies and guidelines are properly understood and implemented, properly manage and account for income, and monitor banking, cash and cash advances and expenditure.
- Prepare and submit the annual accounts & statutory returns, ensuring that these are compliant with local laws and requirements.
- Financial management – creation and review of the organisational budget, oversee the monthly close and reconciliations, and prepare financial & KPI reports, and cashflow management.
- Grants compliance, management and reporting – supporting in budget creation for new grants proposals, monitoring expenditure versus grants income, ensuring that all project finance activities are compliant with grants requirements, providing financial oversight to sub-grantees, and preparing donor/grants reports.
- Undertaking due diligence on, and overseeing compliance and reporting from sub-grantees, supporting them with capacity building as required..
- Lead in the preparation of donor and other local audits, ensuring that the organisation is tax & legally compliant to the regulations in PNG.
- Assess and mitigate financial risks, safeguard the organisational asset.
- Coaching and building confidence and capacity of the local finance team.
Requirements
- A bachelors degree in accounting or finance; additionally an MBA or an accounting qualification is strongly preferred.
- Senior finance professional with at least five years of experience of leading the country finance function of a charity that is complex, both in terms of projects, but also portfolio of funding. Previous experience of working in a complex environment such as PNG is desirable.
- Willing to be hands on, alongside offering strategic advisory support.
- Strong technical accounting, financial management, reporting and grants compliance, management and reporting experience.
- Significant experience in the compliance and management of grants from institutional donors, including the US and European governments.
- Experience of developing a team, and building capacity of finance staff and staff in partner/sub-grantee organisations.
- Effective communicator.
Risk And Assurance Lead (2066)
Location: The working base and country of employment would be restricted to locations where Oxfam GB (OGB) is registered as a legal entity and subject to approval.
Hours: 36 in the UK (different hours will apply depending on location)
Salary: £36,826-£45,844 (Based on location)
Job Type: Open ended
Closing Date: 7 July 2024
Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty.
Do you have experience strong written and verbal communication skills including using a range of media to promote the team purpose and messages?
Do you have experience of organising information, developing and promoting blogs, articles and other communication materials and campaigns?
Do you have experience in co-deliver learning and development and training programmes?
If the answer is yes, then we would like to hear from you.
The Role:
Oxfam is looking To integrate effective risk management within all levels of management through to strategic leadership team and trustees through the assurance framework and risk tools
What we are looking for:
We’re looking for a candidate who cares about Oxfam's mission to end poverty and is personally aligned to our feminist principles and values of empowerment, accountability and inclusion in all you do.
An ideal candidate for the role will also be / have:
- Understanding of risk and control systems and experience in improving their efficiency and effectiveness
- Ability of working with others to drive continuous improvement,
- Highly organised individual with developed analytical skills,
- Strong written and verbal communication skills including using a range of media to promote the team purpose and messages,
- Experience of organising information, developing and promoting blogs, articles and other communication materials and campaigns,
- Willingness to co-deliver learning and development and training programmes,
- Ability to deliver to tight deadlines,
- Excellent negotiating and influencing skills, confidence to challenge senior management,
- Ability to take the initiative and work independently.
Desirable
- Experience of assurance systems and emerging approaches to risk management
- Experience of working with people from diverse backgrounds, demonstrating respect for, and understanding of, cultural differences
- Experience of working in the INGO sector
We offer:
We offer a competitive salary and a range of additional benefits to staff including flexible working options, generous pension scheme, annual leave, additional leave allowances, company sick pay, life assurance and a range of other benefits.
From the day you join Oxfam we invite you to stretch and learn in your role. Our wide range of Learning & Development opportunities includes in-house courses, e-learning modules, on-the job learning opportunities, coaching and mentoring, and much more.
You can read more about all Oxfam has to offer here.
Flexfam:
We believe flexible working is key to building the Oxfam of the future, so we’re open to talking through the type of flexible arrangements which might work for you. We think this role would work particularly well working within our Hybrid Working guidelines which includes some home-based working
How to apply:
As part of your online application, please upload your up to date CV and/or Cover Letter explaining your suitability against the essential criteria in the job profile.
Our values and commitment to safeguarding
Oxfam 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 Oxfam GB engages. Oxfam 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 and terrorism finance checks. Oxfam GB 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 his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.
We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organisation and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
About us
Oxfam is a global community who believe poverty isn’t inevitable. It’s an injustice that can be overcome. We are shop volunteers, women’s right activists, marathon runners, aid workers, coffee farmers, street fundraisers, goat herders, policy experts, campaigners, water engineers and more. And we won’t stop until everyone can live life without poverty for good.
Oxfam GB is a member of international confederation of 21 organisations working together with partners and local communities in the areas of humanitarian, development and campaigning, in more than 90 countries.
A thriving diverse Oxfam:
It’s people power that brings about change. To play our part as a global organisation working to overcome poverty and inequality, we need equality, diversity and inclusion across our community of staff, partners and volunteers. Together, we’re committed to becoming a more diverse workforce, better able to tackle the global challenges that face our world today.
To do that:
- We need to dismantle the unequal power structures that exist everywhere, this including Oxfam and the wider development and charity sectors.
- We need an inclusive Oxfam where everyone can bring who they are to our work and feels celebrated for the differences they bring.
- We want and need everyone, and that means we need you.
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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!
Role: Philanthropy & Grants Manager
Salary: £44k – £56k (dependent on experience)
Location: Flexible, candidates can be office based or work remotely. For remote workers, weekly or monthly travel to our Wilton office will be required, depending on candidate location.
Hours: Full-time, 40hrs p/w. Flexible or reduced hours (minimum four days per week) would be considered for the right candidate
Contract: Permanent
Responsible to: Head of Global Grants Partnerships
Key Working Relationships: Global Philanthropy Group, US Philanthropy Team (situated within HALO USA), Global Communication Group, Programme Group, Chief Executive office, Strategy Group
Summary:
The HALO Trust are looking for an experienced and driven Philanthropy and Grants Manager to lead and develop high value relationships with philanthropic donors, with a focus on Trust and Foundations (and potentially corporates).
The Global Philanthropy Team works to secure support for the delivery of vital projects to save lives and protect livelihoods in conflict affected countries around the world, as well as build organisational resilience and support innovative areas of work. HALO’s philanthropic income has grown significantly in recent years, driven by introductions from our network of trustees, ambassadors and advocates and our focus on strategic and transformational partnerships. We are a small team of highly skilled, experienced and driven fundraisers with a collaborative team culture. The team is supported by a Philanthropy Operations Manager, Philanthropy Assistant and Global Philanthropy Research and Insight Lead (who leads on research and due diligence). In 2024 a Head of Philanthropy and Partnerships for the Middle East will join our team to lead relationship development in this key market.
You will join a fast-paced, fluid and entrepreneurial context, responding to opportunities while laying the critical foundations for strategic growth.
While the role is likely to focus on Trusts and Foundations (and potentially corporates) due to our networked approach and the strategic and interconnected nature of our partnerships, supported by networks of advocates, we do not overly separate relationships between Trusts/Foundations, corporates and HNWIs. This provides team members with varied opportunities in terms of the relationships they lead and the high-level stakeholders they work with. From briefing our Chief Executive prior to a meeting with a new potential donor for Ukraine, to engaging existing partners in the potential expansion of work in the Middle East, you will play a key role in making HALO’s lifesaving work possible.
About Us:
The HALO Trust is the world's largest humanitarian mine clearance organisation. Our mission is to protect lives and restore livelihoods of people affected by conflict. With an annual turnover of over £120m, we work in 30 countries and territories, from current conflict zones of Ukraine, the West Bank, Libya and Yemen, to post conflict countries such as Zimbabwe, Sri Lanka, and Cambodia.
We clear the explosive remnants of war and address the causes of conflict and fragility - from inadequate control of weapons and ammunition to food insecurity and land degradation. We work in partnership with national governments and local communities, employing and empowering over 13,000 women and men to build safe, resilient and prosperous communities able to withstand the interconnected challenges of conflict, climate change and political and economic instability.
In southern Angola our clearance work is part of a regional approach to develop conservation in support of Angola’s national plan to diversify their economy, protect their natural environment and create sustainable livelihoods. Angola has some of the world’s most important remaining wilderness, but the presence of landmines makes it almost impossible to apply the conservation measures needed to protect this vital resource. By clearing landmines, HALO can lay the foundations for life, agriculture and eco-tourism to thrive.
In Ukraine, HALO is the largest demining organisation, having operated in the Donbas since 2016. Russia’s invasion has resulted in mine laying and explosive contamination on a scale not seen in Europe since the Second World War, including across vast tracts of farmland. This prevents agricultural production, which is critical to Ukraine’s economy and global food security. Across seven regions, more than 1,000 local Ukrainian staff have already enabled the removal of more than 19,000 explosive items and the clearance of more 3.1 million m2 of land- bringing safety to communities and supporting Ukraine’s economic recovery.
True peace cannot come until land is safe. HALO’s work to clear the deadly debris of war is the first step towards recovery and reconstruction. And the return of hope.
About the role:
The HALO Trust has more than doubled in size over the last eight years by growing support from both Governments and philanthropic donors. Global income from philanthropic donors (including the US) has significantly increased over the past five years – from circa £4 million to £15 million in 2022/23 and reaching a further peak of £44 million in 2023/24 in response to exceptional donor support for Ukraine. Unpinning this is growth in six and seven figure partnerships with major donors, corporates and foundations, initiated by our exceptionally well-connected network of trustees and ambassadors - and nurtured by our committed and professional global philanthropy team.
The team has a global remit and this, together with HALO’s extensive geographic footprint, creates significant opportunities for growth in our portfolio of partnerships.
By nurturing and growing high value partnerships this role plays a key role in supporting the delivery of HALO’s life-saving work around the world.
Job Responsibilities:
- Lead growth within a portfolio of high value (six and potentially seven figure) relationships by providing excellence in supporter stewardship and through the development and delivery of relationship strategies, in collaboration with the Director of Philanthropy and Head of Global Grant Partnerships
- Support senior HALO staff, advocates and trustees to engage and inspire individuals linked to agreed relationships
- Work with international programme teams to ensure the development of high-quality proposals and reports to tight deadlines
- Contribute to departmental strategic priorities including supporting the stewardship of other major relationships, follow up of new opportunities, and the development of philanthropic products for wider use. Deputise for the Head of Global Grant Partnerships where required
- Manage donor records and correspondence in Salesforce
- Work closely with Philanthropy and Partnerships (Gov funding) colleagues in the USA, UK, Europe, Middle East and overseas programs as part of a distributed team to provide support to global fundraising efforts
Essential Requirements:
- Three years' experience of personally leading successful relationships with high value philanthropic donors (Trust and Foundations, corporates or high net worth individuals or equivalent), including those giving at the six or seven figure level
- Experience of building effective relationships with advocates linked to philanthropic donors
- An excellent communicator with the ability to build relationships with staff and colleagues in different cultural environments
- Outstanding written skills with the ability to work with programme and finance colleagues to design robust project proposals, reporting, and monitoring and evaluation
- Confident in working with financial information including project budgets
- Excellent written and verbal skills with strong attention to detail
- Outstanding interpersonal skills including ability to demonstrate tact, sophistication and gravitas
- Experience of working with a fundraising database to maximise relationship development
- A commitment to HALO’s mission and objectives
- Strong intellectual curiosity and the ability to articulate HALO’s various programmes and strategies in a compelling way
- Tenacious, self-starting, and able to thrive in a fluid, entrepreneurial context
- Collaborative, team player, with a low-ego and a positive and upbeat approach.
Desirable:
- Experience of high value fundraising in the following areas is desirable: humanitarian and international development, mine action, conflict, the environment / conservation
- Experience of pipeline and relationship development in international markets for example Europe/US and/or the Middle East.
Benefits:
- Annual Leave: 28 days (3 to be taken at Christmas) plus 8 statutory holidays (pro rata)
- Private medical health insurance
- Non-contributory life assurance
- Pension contributions matched by HALO up to 5%
- Emergency medical insurance when travelling overseas (including on leave)
- Flexible working policy
- Access to physiotherapy (online)
- Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave pay (maternity 16 weeks full pay, paternity 4 weeks full pay)
- Cycle to work scheme
- HALO’s remote/office working policy includes a generous contribution to travel costs for remote workers (full costs of public transport or 20p per mile for road journeys).
Please submit a CV (no more than 2 pages) and a cover letter (no more than 1 page) outlining how your experience matches the key skills and competencies required by Midnight on 7th July 2024.
Please note that applications without a cover letter tailored to this position will not be considered.
We reserve the right to amend the closing date depending on the number of applications received.
The HALO Trust is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
The HALO Trust is committed to a culture that is both diverse and inclusive and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.
The HALO Trust is committed to ensuring that it provides a safe and trusted environment which safeguards and promotes the welfare and wellbeing of anyone who comes into contact with, or is part of, the Charity, with a zero-tolerance approach to behaviours which challenge this.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
THE ORGANISATION
Afghanaid is a British humanitarian and development organisation operating in Afghanistan. For close to forty years we have worked with millions of deprived, excluded and vulnerable families in some of the poorest and most remote communities in Afghanistan. We build basic services, improve livelihoods, strengthen the rights of women and children, help communities protect against natural disasters and adapt to climate change, and respond to humanitarian emergencies. Our community-led approach ensures Afghans shape their own development, making them active participants in shaping the future of their country. With our years of experience, our majority Afghan team, and our deep understanding of local, cultural and ethnic issues, we have earned great trust and respect among the communities we work alongside. This has allowed us to gain access to some of the most underserved areas of the country.
JOB PROFILE
Reporting to the UK Head of Communications and Giving (HC&G), you will be at the forefront of demonstrating to the public how Afghanaid is changing lives in Afghanistan, and raise awareness of key issues communities we work with are facing. You will lead the development and delivery of the organisation’s media and PR strategy, building out Afghanaid’s capacity to pitch stories, field opportunities, cultivate a strong network of journalists and high profile supporters, and ultimately secure coverage and opportunities that drive the success of the organisation’s campaigns and heighten Afghanaid’s credibility and profile.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Media and Public Relations
- Design and action an annual Media and PR strategy based on wider team and organisational goals;
- Conceptualise and deliver strategic earned media campaigns, supporting the HC&G to execute and maximise the success of multi-channel campaign development and execution;
- Proactively identify, pitch and advocate for compelling stories, strategically engaging with journalists to expand message reach and ensure brand integrity;
- Field inbound media inquiries, liaising with journalists and colleagues to maximise opportunities;
- Craft and distribute timely press releases, comments, and statements;
- Work with colleagues to cultivate a strong spokesperson team, with a particular focus on developing Afghanaid’s thought leadership;
- Support spokesperson briefing, developing talking points, interview briefs, Q&A materials and drafting speeches;
- Compile up-to-date and detailed media lists, cultivating warm media contacts through high quality stewardship;
- Monitor media coverage on Afghanistan and Afghanaid, including articles, live news, and social media activity to keep abreast of unfolding stories, identifying trends, cultural moments and other opportunities relevant to Afghanaid and devising ways to get involved;
- Generate content for various owned communication channels including the website, newsletters, and social media platforms, keeping the Media hub on the website up to date with the latest news, coverage, and journalist information, and making suggestions for refinement.
- Work with Communications Officer to maintain and execute a coordinated communications calendar, ensuring day-to-day team activities via earned, paid and digital communications streams are synchronised and symbiotic;
- Identify a wide range opportunities for positive exposure of Afghanaid that may inspire new support;
- Work with HC&G to support relationship management of external agencies and consultants, identifying and responding to opportunities to utilise pro-bono support from such businesses;
- Collect and analyse data and produce reports and presentations on key media and PR performance indicators to assess the effectiveness and reach of our communications activities and make recommendations for improvement;
- Identify and pursue opportunities to utilise high profile and celebrity support. Work collaboratively with other members of the Communications and Giving team to engage these contacts in media campaigns, appeals, digital communications and events, and where possible and appropriate cultivate Ambassador-style partnerships;
- Attend relevant events, external fora and working group meetings and identify opportunities for involvement with advocacy initiatives, particularly those within the climate space, that benefits Afghanaid’s goals and reputation;
- Any other tasks as assigned by the line manager, MD and/or Directorate.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Education & Professional Qualification
- A bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent work experience;
Work Experience
- At least 3 years’ demonstrable experience in Media, Public Relations or Communications.
Professional Skills, Competencies, Values and Attitudes
Afghanaid is seeking an enthusiastic self-starter who is passionate about mobilising support for Afghanaid's work and challenging accepted narratives about Afghanistan. The ideal candidate will have a strong eye for engaging stories, a talent for building strong relationships with the media and/or other strategic communications outlets, and experience in generating momentum behind a cause. They will showcase a strong desire to work successfully with colleagues to grow and take real ownership of a fast growing function within a reputable organisation. Specifically, the holder of this position should also demonstrate the following:
Essential:
- A strong understanding of the UK’s media environment and knowledge of how to engage journalists across broadcast, print and digital media outlets across the media landscape;
- Existing network of warm journalist contacts;
- Knowledge of how to plan and execute media campaigns, end-to-end;
- Experience in building awareness of an organisation’s profile, positioning and core messaging via earned media that supports income generation;
- Experience and demonstrable success in building and maintaining excellent relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, particularly in generating sustained engagement from high profile supporters;
- Experience communicating about crisis contexts or sensitive issues, with the proven ability to produce and advocate for sensitive, ethical and nuanced communications and storytelling;
- A self-starter, able to work independently, identify and make the most of emerging opportunities, manage varied workloads and work to deadlines. A desire to grow and take real ownership of a fast growing function;
- Passion for demonstrating the value of media and PR to internal stakeholders and for building trust amongst spokespeople;
- Passion for keeping abreast of sectoral trends and organisational learnings, using insights to inform and improve media strategy;
- Excellent writing skills and attention to detail, with the drive and personal integrity to produce high-quality and accurate work;
- Excellent IT skills, particularly in using Microsoft Office and Canva;
- An outgoing, adaptive and resilient personality, enthusiastic about working successfully within a tight-knit environment;
- Sensitivity to Islamic culture and respect of Afghan customs and traditions;
- Experience and/or willingness to occasionally work outside normal office hours to attend events, respond to enquiries and opportunities, and occasionally deal with unfolding crises (which will be eligible for time off in lieu);
- The right to work in the UK.
Desirable:
- Thorough understanding of the current and historical context in Afghanistan and the wider region, as well as experience in a humanitarian/development organisation specifically;
- Experience running media and/or advocacy campaigns about climate change;
- Experience collaborating with other organisations to draft advocacy messaging;
- Experience in using media monitoring tools;
- Experience drawing up annual or multi-year strategies for media functions;
- Ability to speak Dari and/or Pashto.
OTHER INFORMATION
Afghanaid’s core values are creativity, fairness and honesty. Our staff are passionate about and proud to work at Afghanaid. Teamwork is fundamental to our standards and demonstrated by taking initiative, assisting others and taking on additional responsibilities and tasks if necessary. We are results driven, committed and motivated to achieve targets and take accountability for our own actions.
Afghanaid is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from under-represented and intersectional groups.
Working with communities in Afghanistan to find long-lasting solutions and provide life-saving support to those in crisis.
Location: Godalming HQ (flexible hybrid working)
Contract Type: Permanent/ Full time
Job Type: Permanent, full-time
Salary: £40,000 - £44,000 per annum (dependent on skills and experience)
Hours: 37
About us:
Compassion in World Farming International is a leading global farm animal welfare organisation campaigning to bring an end to factory farming and to implement the highest animal welfare standards in the UK, European Union and beyond. We are looking for an experienced campaigns manager to lead our UK public campaigns.
We lead a growing worldwide movement of people concerned about how industrial agriculture mistreats animals, wastes precious resources and utterly fails to meet the needs of the planet’s inhabitants. With headquarters in the UK and offices in Belgium, China, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Poland, Spain and the USA, we are an influential organisation whose supporters and partners throughout the world help us deliver on our initiatives. We campaign on a wide range of themes ranging from welfare issues for farmed animals to the wider environmental impact of the current food system.
Our recent campaigns include:
Delivered a ban on the live export of farm animals for fattening or slaughter from GB
Rallied over 1.4 million supporters for a European Citizens’ Initiative to end caged farming
Pressed the case for recognition of animal sentience in UK law.
About the role
As part of this exciting role, you will be responsible for successfully planning and delivering our UK campaigns. You’ll achieve this by leading a dedicated team to develop integrated strategies across multiple areas, managing campaign budgets and coordinating political and public engagement efforts. As part of this role you will help to foster partnerships with key stakeholders, align strategies with international counterparts and oversee digital campaigning.
Duties and responsibilities for this role include, but are not limited to:
• Take responsibility for the successful planning and delivery of our UK campaigns
• Lead the development of integrated campaign strategies with a core team of dedicated staff of media, policy, business engagement and fundraising colleagues
• Build new, high impact campaigns, identifying the campaign resource needs across policy, advocacy and communications teams
• Manage campaign budgets
• Accountable for the delivery of coordinated, complex political and public engagement strategies
• Identify and build trusting relationships with key delivery partners and external stakeholders
• Work closely with the Head of UK to align campaign strategies and coordinate internationally
• Supervise and support a Digital Campaigner to deliver impactful communications driving high engagement from our supporters and the public by gathering insights and continuous testing and revitalization of communications
• Use insights to ensure campaign tactics and messages are audience and insights led
• Act as media spokesperson for Compassion as required for campaign work
• Represent Compassion UK in internal and external campaign meetings
• Commission and manage external suppliers as needed
• Ensure key teams in Compassion are briefed on campaign activities and the latest developments
• Identify and fill gaps in internal resource to deliver campaigns and advocacy.
About you
We are seeking a passionate, experienced and creative Senior Campaign Manager to develop and lead campaigns, as well as delivering additional campaigning activities. You will be working in a team of highly motivated advocates and campaigners. You will be able to construct imaginative and effective campaigns, inspire colleagues and mobilise our broad range of supporters.
This role requires proven campaigning and project management as well as excellent writing skills. It offers an opportunity to be part of a dynamic campaigning organisation with an increasing impact in reducing animal suffering and working for a sustainable global future for farming. Please note that we have an anticipated start date for this role, as of 1st October 2024.
Applications:
Closing date: 12th July 2024
1st stage interviews: Monday 22nd July or Tuesday 23rd July
2nd stage interviews: Monday 29th July or Tuesday 30th July
Please note that we reserve the right to commence interviews on a rolling programme. To comply with legal requirements, as part of our selection procedure, we ask all potential employees to prove their eligibility to work in the UK. No agencies.
Benefits:
• Compassion in World Farming is located in bright, modern offices; just 2 minutes’ walk from Godalming mainline station (45 minutes from London Waterloo).
• Enjoy an enhanced annual leave of 25 days per year, along with bank holidays.
• Our comprehensive benefits package includes core offerings like Health Cash Back Plan
• MHFA support – 24/7 PG access and Employee Assistance Programme
• Free onsite parking at HQ
• Optional savings schemes like the Cycle Benefit Scheme.
• Embrace a fulfilling career that prioritises your well-being, while also enjoying Excellent Development opportunities
• Hybrid working model (dependant on role and location)
• A defined Contribution Pension Scheme
• Enhanced discretionary company sick pay
• Premium Subscription to Calm App
Compassion in World Farming is absolutely committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone regardless of their background. We value diversity and live experience and acknowledge the underrepresentation of people from certain backgrounds, both within our organisation and across the sector. We welcome applications from underrepresented groups, whether these be of ethnicity, gender, identity, religion, physical ability, sexual orientation or other.
You may also have experience in the following: Marketing Manager, Senior Campaigns Coordinator, UK Campaigns Director, Senior Marketing and Campaigns Manager, UK Senior Advocacy Campaigns Manager, Lead Campaigns Strategist, etc.
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Mary's Meals UK have a simple vision - that every child receives one daily meal in their place of education and that all those who have more than they need, share with those who lack even the most basic things.
As a global movement they set up school feeding projects in some of the world's poorest communities, where poverty and hunger prevent children from gaining an education.
The Talent Set is delighted to be working in partnership with Mary's Meals UK as they recruit for this exciting new Head of Philanthropy & Partnerships role, established with investment in the Major Giving and Partnerships team due to the significant growth and success they have achieved in recent years.
As Head of Philanthropy & Partnerships you will focus on major donor, mid value and corporate fundraising. You will lead the team to develop new and existing relationships with individuals/partners who are able to contribute significant funds to the organisation, while working closely with the Head of Institutional Giving & Partnerships to identify audience crossover and maximise the potential of high value fundraising opportunities.
This role will lead the team in fostering a relationship-led approach to fundraising, strategising for major donor and corporate fundraising whilst remaining operationally hands on and networking/influencing to establish new connections and opportunities for the organisation. As part of the Extended Leadership Team (ELT), you will also feed into organisational strategy and leadership, ensuring all work is delivered in line with Mary's Meals values.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the development and implementation of the philanthropic and corporate fundraising strategies, working alongside the Head of Institutional Giving & Partnerships to develop an overarching departmental strategy that allows for close collaboration;
- Proactively identify new prospects/supporters, securing mid/major donor support and corporate income in line with team income targets;
- Foster a culture of relationship-led fundraising, focused on stewardship and retention of existing donors that allows for long-term, increasing levels of support;
- Provide strategic leadership to the Philanthropy & Partnerships Team (4), supporting professional development and a culture of learning/collaboration.
Person Specification:
- Demonstrable expertise of relationship-led fundraising, personally securing major donor and/or corporate partnerships, with a focus on high value, long term support;
- Proactive approach, actively building networks and engaging new prospects through a variety of channels;
- Focused on supporter journeys and ensuring exceptional stewardship to drive engagement and income;
- Strong team leader, able to inspire and coach a talented team to achieve targets and develop professionally.
- A commitment to Mary's Meals vision, mission and values - acting as an ambassador for the organisation and championing opportunities to engage with supporter audiences.
The deadline for applications (CV and cover letter) is Thursday 11th July, with 1st interviews to commence on Tuesday 23rd July.
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.
This role is based in the UK on a remote homeworking contract or based in our London office. If the role is based in the London office, you will be required to attend the office for a minimum of 1 day per week with the option to work remotely for the remaining 3 days.
About us
Christian Aid exists to create a world where everyone can live a full life, free from poverty. We are a global movement of people, churches and local organisations who passionately champion dignity, equality and justice worldwide. We are the changemakers, the peacemakers, the mighty of heart.
We're committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, and recognise the value this brings in forming strong, creative and high performing teams. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, and from those with experience from outside of the voluntary sector. And no, you don't have to be Christian to work here - we encourage people of all faiths and none to apply. We just ask that everyone lives out our values of dignity, equality, justice and love. We value a good work-life balance, so we're open to part-time and flexible working. We also offer hybrid working for our office-based colleagues and the option of being a homeworker for most of our roles too.
Learn about our vision, mission and values
About the role
The role seeks to maximise Christian Aid's income by building relationships with trusts within the small trust mailing programme. The post holder will be directly responsible for securing approximately £400,000 in unrestricted, emergency and co-founding income though a small trusts and supporting with activity across the mid-value team (in which the role sits) including wider mid-value campaigns and stewardship activity.
About you
You will be a motivated and pro-active individual with knowledge and interest in development issues and experience of working in a fundraising team. You will have strong organisational, project management and communication skills. With an ability to work under pressure and as part of a team.
Further information
At Christian Aid we strive to be an inclusive and diverse employer and recognise the value that this brings in helping to build strong, creative and high performing teams.
We are actively encouraging racialised minorities, LGBTQ+, people with disabilities, returning parents or carers who are re-entering work after a career break, people with caring responsibilities, people from low socioeconomic backgrounds, women, and older workers to apply. This is because these groups are under-represented within our teams, especially at senior level, and we recognise and value the contributions members of these groups make to strong, creative and high performing teams.
We have a strong Christian ethos and we encourage applications from all faiths and none (with the exception of Director positions where there is a genuine occupational requirement to be a practicing Christian - Exempted under the Equality Act 2010).
All successful candidates will require a DBS/police check appropriate to the role and location and a Counter Terrorism Sanction check as part of your clearance for commencing your role with us. We also participate in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information as part of the referencing process 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.
This role requires applicants to have the right to live and work in the country where this position is based and undertake the role that you have been offered. If you are successful and we make you an offer for the role, we will be required to conduct a right to work check on your immigration status in the UK. We will contact you regarding the documentation you will need to provide to evidence this.
You can expect a wide range of rewards and benefits, including a generous holiday allowance, a season ticket loan, and flexibility that will ensure you enjoy a good work/life balance.
Location: Godalming HQ (flexible hybrid working)
Job Type: Full-time, Contract position till March 2025
Salary: £35,000- £42, 000 per annum (dependant on location, skills and experience)
About us
Compassion in World Farming International is the leading international farm animal welfare charity, campaigning to improve the lives of millions of farm animals through advocacy, lobbying for legislative change, and positive engagement with the global food industry. Our established international Food Business programme aims to raise baseline standards for farm animals by securing commitments, ensuring compliance and facilitating implementation of higher welfare policies and practices. In addition, we aim to drive corporate meat reduction strategies and targets in line with planetary health requirements, via our newly launched Rethinking Food workstream.
Our work is based on scientific evidence and best practice and as such we are recognised as the credible partner on farm animal welfare to the major food retailers, food service companies, manufacturers and producers.
About the role
We are looking for a highly personable and skilled events and digital co-ordinator to join the UK Food Business team. This is an established team, responsible for improving animal welfare standards and developing sustainable supply chains across the global food industry. The right candidate will assist in the organisation of key events both in person and online to support the team to engage with key stakeholders in the chicken industry.
This is a vital role within Compassion’s Food Business Programme and offers a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact for farm animal welfare within a dynamic and influential global organisation. The right candidate will have a proven track record of organising forums, webinars and face to face round tables. You will need to be an influencer, a networker and capable of developing key business relationships. Importantly, there is plenty of scope to bring your own creativity, voice, and novel approach to driving change for farm animals. The role is embedded in a strong team with a multitude of expertise and skills to support and excite you - if you are ready for a challenge and can make a difference then we’d love to hear from you!
About you
Our ideal candidate will have a proven record of excelling in a minimum 2 of the 3 key pillars of the role and have knowledge / experience of the food industry. You’ll demonstrate persuasive communication, task management, time efficiency, and critical thinking skills. You’ll be able to remain composed under pressure, organised and be able to adapt to a multitude of asks and stakeholders expectations. Effective communication and timely decision-making are essential.
Applications:
Closing date: 5th July 2024
Interviews: Week commencing 8th July (TBC)
To apply please complete the online application form and upload your CV and covering letter outlining how you meet the person specification detailed in the Job Description. Please note that we reserve the right to commence interviews on a rolling programme. To comply with legal requirements, as part of our selection procedure, we ask all potential employees to prove their eligibility to work in the UK. No agencies.
Join our team and make a lasting impact, while being part of a workplace that values and supports you every step of the way UK Benefits:
• Compassion in World Farming is located in bright, modern offices; just 2 minutes’ walk from Godalming mainline station (45 minutes from London Waterloo).
• Enjoy an enhanced annual leave of 25 days per year, along with bank holidays.
• Our comprehensive benefits package includes core offerings like Health Cash Back Plan
• MHFA support – 24/7 PG access and Employee Assistance Programme
• Free onsite parking at HQ
• Optional savings schemes like the Cycle Benefit Scheme.
• Embrace a fulfilling career that prioritises your well-being, while also enjoying Excellent Development opportunities
• Hybrid working model (dependant on role and location)
• A defined Contribution Pension Scheme
• Enhanced discretionary company sick pay
• Premium Subscription to Calm App
Compassion in World Farming is absolutely committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone regardless of their background. We value diversity and live experience and acknowledge the underrepresentation of people from certain backgrounds, both within our organisation and across the sector. We welcome applications from underrepresented groups, whether these be of ethnicity, gender, identity, religion, physical ability, sexual orientation or other.
You may have experience in the following roles: Events Coordinator, Digital Marketing Specialist, Event Planner, Communications Coordinator, Project Manager, Marketing Coordinator, Public Relations Specialist, Social Media Manager, Business Development Coordinator, Fundraising Coordinator, Community Engagement Officer, Outreach Coordinator, Food Industry Specialist, etc.
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