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TrustLaw is the global pro bono service of the Thomson Reuters Foundation. As the world’s leading pro bono legal service, TrustLaw helps high-impact NGOs and social enterprises, including media organisations, to grow, streamline their operations and navigate complex laws and regulations by connecting them with free legal assistance from the best law firms and corporate legal teams around the world. We also deliver groundbreaking legal research on key social and policy issues that our members use to support their advocacy and law reform efforts, and we deliver innovative capacity-building workshops on legal issues across the globe.

The Foundation has a dedicated offering that facilitates access to legal support, tools and training for journalists and independent newsrooms in need, to help protect and defend them from the growing legal threats used to silence or punish their reporting on matters of public interest. As part of this, we have  expanded the TrustLaw service in Central and Eastern Europe to implement a flagship media freedom project focused on supporting journalists and media in exile.

The Foundation is recruiting a dynamic Legal Officer or Senior Legal Officer to expand the TrustLaw service in Central and Eastern Europe and support its flagship media freedom project focused on supporting journalists in exile. You will report to the Senior Legal Programme Manager, EMENA and work closely with the TrustLaw, Programmes and Media Freedoms teams. The position will be based in London.

About the Role

As a Legal Officer, you will: 

• Support the development of legal content for trainings and workshops that address the critical legal needs facing media outlets and journalists in exile. These are likely to include registration, employment, broadcasting and intellectual property law issues in new jurisdictions, to which they have relocated.

• Design, scope and oversee the development of tools, resources, and other content on key legal issues of relevance to journalists and independent media outlets in exile, such as setting up in new jurisdictions.

• Support the implementation of strategies to recruit, engage, partner and manage relationships with media outlets/NGOs and legal teams, in Central and Eastern Europe.

• Scope legal requests from media organisations and journalists, so that the requests clearly explain the legal needs for lawyers to advise on.

• Manage legal requests from media freedom organisations, journalists or outlets from inception to completion, including connecting our clients with lawyers in the TrustLaw network or other legal service providers, as appropriate, and follow up with the parties involved.

• Oversee, review and support the work of consultants and legal experts working on legal research, beneficiary needs assessments, issue mapping and content development.

• Support the development and implementation of a communications, engagement and outreach plan to media freedom and legal partners in the region, as needed, in collaboration with the Foundation’s Communications, Social and Media Freedom teams.

• Assist and support the project manager and TrustLaw team on the administrative, reporting, planning, monitoring, and logistical responsibilities linked to the role in a timely manner.

• Support the TrustLaw team on media freedom thought leadership projects and, as appropriate, represent TrustLaw by speaking publicly on our work at panels, conferences, or other speaking engagements.

• Travel, when safe to do so.

About You

To be our Legal Officer, you will likely have:

• Legal experience to degree level or equivalent, preferably in human rights and/or media law, with experience working either in a law firm, media house, or non-profit organisation

• Understanding of international standards on press freedom and/or the media law/policy landscape in Europe, specifically Central and Eastern Europe 

• Experience of project management or coordination, especially on donor-funded projects is highly desirable

• Excellent time management and organisational skills including the ability to effectively and independently manage multiple matters and projects in a fast-paced environment

• Excellent research, drafting and analytical skills, with experience in training strongly preferred

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills –able to establish and maintain positive working relationships both internally and externally, with people from a wide variety of cultures and backgrounds

• Experience in Salesforce would be favourable. Experience working with databases essential

• Fluency in English; working knowledge of Russian would be an advantage

• Proven ability to work in a large team with varied stakeholders

• Integrity, professional discretion and ability to handle confidential matters

• Willingness to travel internationally

• Pre-existing right to work in the UK.

This is a full-time fixed term contract until September 2026, based in London. The salary is relative to the charitable sector and will be commensurate with experience. 

How to apply

• The deadline for applications is 8 September 2024.

• To apply for this position, send your CV and cover letter in English describing how you meet the specifications for this role and provide your availability to start. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

• Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

What’s in it For You 

At the Thomson Reuters Foundation, our people are our greatest assets. Here are some of the benefits we offer for your personal and professional growth: 

• Global Perspective and Impact: Interested in working for a dynamic global organization with a focus on social impact? With hubs all over the world from Bangkok to Madrid to Rio de Janeiro, join a truly international team with a shared goal of helping to build societies around the world that are free, fair and informed. 

• A Unique Approach: Our expertise in media and the law is world class; we combine the power of both to address the critical issues faced by humanity.  

• Our Relevance: With a focus on advancing media freedom, fostering more inclusive economies and promoting human rights, our work has never been more needed than right now. 

• Benefits: We offer competitive salary packages and market-leading benefits. 

• Learning & Development: We are dedicated to the continual professional development of our employees and offer access to both in-house and external training opportunities. 

About Thomson Reuters Foundation 

The Thomson Reuters Foundation is corporate foundation of Thomson Reuters, the global news and information services company. As an independent charity, registered in the UK and the USA, we work to advance media freedom, foster more inclusive economies, and promote human rights. Through news, media development, free legal assistance and convening initiatives, we combine our unique media and legal services to drive systemic change. 

Department: Policy, Campaigns and Public Affairs
Location: hybrid (minimum one day in our Aldgate, London office each week)
Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week
Contract: full-time, permanent
Salary: £33,000 – £35,000 per annum
Closing date: Tuesday 10th September at 10.00am

Expected interview dates: Wednesday 18th September or Thursday 19th September

Annual Leave: 33 days (plus eight bank holidays)

Benefits:

• enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental pay
• family friendly policies
• 8% employer pension contribution (Aviva) or opportunity to continue NHS Pension
• free health cashback plan (Medicash) employee cover plus up to four dependent children)
• 24/7 virtual GP access (UK registered), plus access to Best Doctors
• free, confidential employee assistance programme (Medicash)
• access to wellbeing app (healthy living tips and Bright TV )
• flexible working options; including hybrid working, flexible working patterns such as part-time, compressed hours and more*
• learning and development committed (bespoke training, LinkedIn Learning etc.)
• employee health and wellbeing committed (menopause friendly, disability confident employer etc.)

Background

Every three minutes someone in the UK develops dementia; a progressive and complex condition that can be devastating for the whole family. One in two of us will be affected by dementia in our lifetime – either by caring for someone with the condition, developing it ourselves, or both.

Dementia UK is the specialist dementia nursing charity that is there for the whole family. Our specialist nurses, known as Admiral Nurses, provide free, expert advice, support and understanding to help families care for their loved one. Every day, Admiral Nurses help families up and down the country to have the best life possible for as long as possible.

Purpose of the job/About the role

This is an exciting opportunity to join Dementia UK as a Public Affairs Officer where you will play a crucial role within the Policy, Campaigns, and Public Affairs team to drive our long-term policy and influencing strategy.

Working closely with the Policy and Public Affairs Manager, you will be pivotal in leading impactful initiatives across Westminster, the devolved nations, and local government. Your primary objective will be to raise the profile of Dementia UK, Admiral Nurses, and individuals living with dementia and their families among parliamentary and elected decision-makers. By working to improve legislation, public policy, and statutory services, you will directly influence and enhance the lives of those affected by dementia.

In this role, you will support the development and dissemination of briefings and materials for parliamentary debates and other related activities. You will also stay informed about the political landscape, providing regular updates to colleagues through a weekly political monitoring report and briefing documents as needed.

To succeed in this role you will have previous experience in a parliamentary, policy, or related environment, with a solid understanding of national, devolved, local, and parliamentary processes. You will possess excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to identify and capitalise opportunities to build and maintain strong relationships. You will have previously organised and delivered impactful events and ideally have some project management skills with an ability to prioritise workloads effectively and meet deadlines.

If this sounds like you, join us now and be part of a team dedicated to making a real difference in the lives of those affected by dementia.

Our Culture

In addition to a competitive salary and a generous benefits package, we truly value our people. It’s important for us to create a working environment that looks after our workforce to achieve their full potential. You will become part of a diverse and dedicated team who are supported to use and develop their skills. We recognise and value the key role you will play in delivering our strategic plans for the benefit of those living with dementia.

Our staff have a voice. Representatives from different roles and levels across the organisation positively contribute and lead on our working groups around health and wellbeing, menopause, and equality, diversity and inclusion.

Dementia UK is proud to welcome everyone, we aim for a truly inclusive culture with talented, diverse teams that represent a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We celebrate differences and individuality and encourage everyone to join us and be their whole selves always.

How to apply:

Your supporting statement should include why you have decided to apply for this role at Dementia UK, and answers to the following questions (maximum 250 words per answer).

• The Public Affairs Officer has an important role in pushing for improvements to post diagnostic dementia support. Please provide an example of when you have successfully influenced for a positive outcome.

• Having read the job description, what do you think are the three strongest qualities that you could bring to this role?

• Can you tell us a time when you demonstrated one of Dementia UK’s values in a work setting, project or campaign?

*Please note that any decision on flexible working is based on business need

Can you write successful grant applications? If you have fundraising experience or would like to move into fundraising this could be the ideal role for you.

This is an exciting time to join us at the Medical Research Foundation, as we have recently launched our new five-year strategy to drive the life-changing advances of tomorrow, by laying the foundations for ground-breaking new discoveries today.  A key part of this strategy will be to invest in our fundraising team to achieve transformational growth in voluntary income in the next 10 years. To support this growth, we are looking for a Fundraising Grants Officer to play a crucial role in raising income from potential funders.

Reporting to and working closely with our Senior Philanthropy Manager, you will be part of the philanthropy team and will make a significant contribution to delivering ambitious income generation plans from a range of income streams. Your main responsibilities will be to:

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive understanding of our research projects and research funding plans.
• Develop a pipeline of low value-high volume applications to Trusts & Foundations; research, tailor templates and submit applications.
• Work closely with the Senior Philanthropy Manager on the development of a new programme of high value-low volume applications to Trusts & Foundations and support the submission of applications.
• Undertake research to identify individuals with an interest in medical research to support the development of a Major Donor fundraising programme.
• Undertake research on companies and assess their potential for partnership to support the development of a Corporate Partnerships programme.
• Organise meetings and events for prospective supporters and provide briefings for colleagues and senior volunteers.
• Work with the communications team to develop compelling case for support documents and other donor materials to attract support for our research projects.
• Manage and maintain records and monitor progress of applications and relationships, including working to agreed KPIs and ROI.

This is an excellent opportunity to utilise your existing skills and experience gained by making fundraising or grant applications, or through grant-giving or grant management, to grow professionally and perform a vital role in helping us to achieve our charity’ objectives to improve the future of human health.  We would like to hear from you if you can demonstrate:

• Experience of undertaking research to identify and assess potential funding opportunities.
• Effective written communications with a persuasive writing style.
• Experience of successfully making or reviewing fundraising or grant applications in a charity. grant-giving organisation, research funding organisation or scientific setting.
• Strong research and analytical skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Working in an organised manner, managing deadlines effectively and responding flexibly to work priorities.
• IT literacy and experience in effectively using a CRM system for fundraising.
• Developing and managing effective working relationships with colleagues and external stakeholders.

We will offer you

We will offer a salary of between £29,000 and £34,000 depending on experience for a 36-hour week and double-matched pension contributions up to 10% max employer contribution.  We would like a full-time employee but are happy to consider a part-time contract (min 0.8 FTE).  We offer 30 days of annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata) per year, excellent financial, health and social benefits and an opportunity to join a dedicated team making a difference to human health.  We value spending time working in-person to develop strong connections with each other and with our mission, so you will be based at our central London office for a minimum of three days a week with the option to work remotely for the remainder.

We value the importance of having fun at work. We enjoy regular team lunches and an end-of-year party to celebrate our successes. Our Social Committee organises our out-of-work social calendar which includes excursions to local street food markets, visits to cultural venues and monthly after-work drinks.

Visit our website for further information and details of how to apply.

About the role:

Are you a finance professional looking to make a meaningful impact?

Are you passionate about making sure people get the support they need to transform their lives?

If so, Back Up could offer you an inspiring and fulfilling role making a significant difference to the lives of people affected by spinal cord injuries.

We’re excited to announce a new opportunity for a Finance Manager to join our team, playing a crucial role in supporting both the operational and strategic financial management of our Charity.

Your role and expertise will ensure we can continue to deliver our vital services efficiently and sustainably while driving excellence and integrity in financial management.

For full details please see our Job Description.

About us:

At Back Up, we have big ambitions. Over the next few years, we’re going to be transforming the lives of even more people affected by spinal cord injury.

Together we’ll be working hard to make sure everyone affected by spinal cord injury has access to the support they deserve; and we are the only spinal cord injury charity in the UK providing specific services on vocation and services to children and young people.

At Back Up, inclusion is at the heart of everything we do. Please read our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Policy Statement. We are committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all our employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. We particularly welcome applications from those from black, Asian or ethnic minority backgrounds or those with higher level spinal cord injuries.

What will the process involve?

The process will involve at least one interview round which will be either in person or online. There will be a panel interviewing you and you may be asked to complete a task beforehand to present to the panel. If you need any support or adjustment to the recruitment process at any stage, do please ask and we’d be pleased to work with you to put these in place so that you can perform to the best of your abilities throughout the process and demonstrate your suitability for the role.

 Guaranteed Interview Scheme

As a ‘Disability Confident’ employer we are committed to the inclusion of disabled people as candidates and employees. If you have a disability and meet the minimum criteria of the role, set out as essential criteria in the job description, we will invite you to interview. Please let us know if you are eligible for the scheme.

Don’t meet every single requirement?

At Back Up we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every criteria in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles at Back Up.

LEGACY PARTNERSHIPS MANAGER (SOUTH WEST & SOUTH CENTRAL)

Salary: £33,635 - £37,770 per annum

Department: Marketing, Fundraising and Engagement

Reports to: Legacy Partnerships Team Leader

Location: Home-based/Field based covering the South West and South Central areas of England (from Cornwall across to Sussex, and up to the M4 corridor including Bath and Bristol). Candidates must live either in or within 20 miles of patch due to business need.

Hours: 35 hours per week (we are open to Compressed Hours)

Contract type: Permanent

Closing date: Tuesday 10 September 2024, 23:55

Please note: You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy. Cancer Research UK is not able to offer visa sponsorship.

At Cancer Research UK, we exist to beat cancer.

We are professionals with purpose, beating cancer every day. But we need to go much further and much faster. That's why we're looking for someone talented, someone who wants to develop their skills, someone like you.

We have an exciting opportunity for you to join us as a Legacy Partnership Manager. This is a unique opportunity to develop, manage and grow Cancer Research UK's legacy relationships with high value solicitor partners. Our team works with around 800 offices across the UK, empowering legal professionals to speak about legacy giving and our life saving research.

This a flexible home-based role, which will require travelling around your division meeting with legal professionals.

What will I be doing?

• Identifying, developing, and managing relationships with solicitors and will writing firms.

• Being responsible for delivering a seamless end to end supporter journey for the professional audience, through outstanding relationship management

• Using data to make value insights about our partners performance, making recommendations for improvement and exploring opportunities for building and deepening partnerships

• Being responsible for delivering regional activity for Legal Professionals, including regular partnership review meetings and CPD events

• Supporting the wider team in the development of the Legacy Professional Partnership strategy

What skills will I need?

• Excellent stakeholder engagement and management skills, with the ability to quickly get buy in and work collaboratively

• An ability to understand and translate data, and utilise it to make strategic decisions

• Proven ability to work well under pressure

• Excellent communication and relationship building skills, creating connections to make great things happen

• Proven ability to identify and build on new opportunities

• A flexible approach, to comfortably manage ambiguity and changing environments/contexts.

What will I gain?

Each and every one of our employees contributes to our progress and is supporting our work to beat cancer. We think that's impressive.

In return, we make sure you are supported by a generous benefits package, a wide range of career and personal development opportunities and high-quality tools, policies and processes to enable you to do your job well.

Our benefits package includes a substantial retirement plan, a generous and flexible leave allowance, discounts on anything from travel to technology, gym membership, and much more.

We don't forget people have lives outside of work too and so we actively encourage a flexible working culture.

Our work - from funding cutting-edge research to developing public policy - will change the world. It's exciting to be part of our team.

How do I apply?

We operate an anonymised shortlisting process in our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. CVs are required for all applications; but we won't be able to view them until we invite you for an interview. Instead, we ask you to complete the work history section of the online application form for us to be able to assess you quickly, fairly and objectively.

E- Commerce Manager 

(UK wide) 

£36,629 per annum (pro rata for part time hours) 

 (Ref: SUS4272b) 

Full Time 22.5 hours per week – happy to talk flexible working 

Base: Hybrid, work from home or from your nearest Sustrans Hubs 

About the role 

This is an exciting opportunity to work with Sustrans as part of the Fundraising and Supporter Engagement team as the E-Commerce Manager. 

In line with our ecommerce strategy, Sustrans has invested over the past years to increase sales through our e-commerce shop and now needs to find new approaches to maximise revenue. 

As the E-Commerce Manager, you will be responsible for maximising e-commerce revenue by optimising the martech stack, improving audience insights, product development/management and  promotion through digital and offline marketing channels. 

As part of the Fundraising and Supporter Engagement team, you will work closely with colleagues in Supporter Engagement and Giving, Strategic Communications, Finance as well as external agencies and suppliers. 

This role has line management responsibilities for two-part time colleagues, the E-Commerce Promotions Officer and the E-Commerce Products Officer. 

We offer true hybrid working, a flexible mix of working from home and occasional travel to a nearby office hub. 

About you 

You should have experience of leading, motivating and managing a team as well as demonstratable experience of working in e-commerce ideally in cycling/outdoor or an allied industry.

You will have previously improved customer experience and increased loyalty, as well as having worked with Shopify, website content management systems and ideally integrations with Facebook and Amazon. You will be skilled in project delivery to agreed deadlines and budgets. 

You will need to be experienced in delivering, interpreting and actioning insight through high quality, consistent data to increase sales and of using paid and organic channels including SEO. 

Sustrans has a long-term commitment to being a charity for everyone - reducing inequality, valuing diversity, enabling inclusion and ensuring all people are treated with dignity and respect. We aim to be a truly inclusive employer and welcome applications from people from all parts of the community, in particular from under-represented groups.

What we offer 

In return we can offer true hybrid working to suit individual circumstances and a flexible, supportive and rewarding working environment.

Wellbeing 

28 days’ leave per annum plus bank holidays for full-time working 

Ability to buy an extra week of annual leave (pro-rata for part-time staff) 

Staff volunteer days 

24/7 free, impartial and confidential support service 

We are members of the Green Commute Initiative and Cycle Scheme who both offer cycle to work schemes 

Financial 

Group Personal Pension scheme with a 6% or 7% of basic salary contribution being matched by Sustrans 

Bike, computer and season ticket loans 

Discount benefits 

London Weighting Allowance of £4,530 for all those living within a London Borough (32 local authority districts plus the City of London) 

Death in Service benefit – 3 x annual Salary 

Family Friendly 

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay 

Flexible Working practices (full time hours are 37.5 per week, Monday - Friday) 

Additional information 

Closing date for the receipt of completed applications is 23:59, 15September 2024

Interviews will take place in via MS Teams during the week commencing 23 September 2024

About Sustrans 

At Sustrans you'll be part of a movement to make it easier for people to walk and cycle.  

We're all here to change things! You’ll be part of an incredible community of talented, passionate, creative, problem solvers all working together to change things for the better. We act locally and think big - we have a vision of a society where the way we travel creates healthier places and happier lives for everyone. 

You'll be questioning the status quo and daring to imagine a different world. You'll work on exciting, impactful projects that will stretch and empower you and you'll be rewarded by seeing the difference you make to people, communities and the planet.  

 We believe including everyone is central to who we are and what we want to achieve, we welcome difference and pride ourselves on creating a culture where you can be yourself and where your wellness is supported.  

You'll be guaranteed to make friends for life and work with a team that is incredibly flexible, supportive, ethical and fun.   

Philanthropy Manager 

Are you a Philanthropy Manager looking for your next career move?

Great Ormond Street Hospital Charity is hiring for an experienced Philanthropy Manager to be a key player in securing philanthropy gifts for paediatric medical research.

This is the ideal opportunity if you have experience developing high value fundraising relationships and want to continue your career within philanthropy.

This is a permanent position with a salary range of £38,387 to £40,407 per annum. If you have a query about salary before applying, please get in touch with us.

What you’ll be doing day to day

- Owning your personal target with a focus on securing five figure+ gifts and multi-year pledges.
- Developing and nurturing relationships with high-net-worth individuals and charitable foundations.
- Developing detailed proposals, impact reports and stewardship materials.

Alongside this, you’ll be at the forefront of an exciting new area of philanthropy as we embark on a focus on paediatric medical research.

What you’ll need:

- Previous experience in a philanthropy fundraising position.
- Experience developing and managing high value relationships.
- Exceptional stakeholder management skills.
- Strong communication skills.
- An understanding of the medical research area.
- Experience working in a target driven environment.

What we can offer you

- 30 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
- A flexible approach to working arrangements.
- Access to our enhanced pension scheme
- Life assurance
- Access to various health and wellbeing schemes, including the employee assistance programme.

How to Apply 
 
Please click on the apply button in the top right-hand corner where you will be taken to a short application form to complete. You are encouraged to include a cover letter with your application, and should refer to the 'GOSH Charity Information Pack' on the careers page of our website before you apply.  
 
Closing date: 27th September 2024.
 
About the Charity
 
We are Great Ormond Street Hospital Charity. We stop at nothing to help give seriously ill children the best chance and the best childhood possible. We do it by funding groundbreaking research, cutting-edge medical equipment and life-changing support. For the children from all over the UK who are treated by Great Ormond Street Hospital every day. For children with rare or complex illnesses everywhere. For this generation and all those to come. Because we believe no childhood should be lost to serious illness. Join us.
Along with being awarded one of the Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2023, we were delighted to be named the 2023 Charity Times Fundraising Team of the Year.
 
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion  
  
A more diverse workforce will enable us to deliver even more impact and we particularly encourage applications from communities which are under-represented in the charity. This includes people from ethnically diverse backgrounds, disabled people or those with long-term conditions, LGBTQ+ communities, and those from less advantaged socioeconomic backgrounds. Further information on our EDI strategy can be found on our website.
  
As a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer we are more than happy to make reasonable adjustments wherever possible throughout the recruitment process.
 
Applications will be reviewed on an on-going basis and we reserve the right to close the role prior to the closing date, should a suitable applicant be found. Therefore, you are encouraged to apply right away, to avoid disappointment. 

REF-216 436

Reward Specialist - Permanent

Full Time - Hybrid Working

Are you passionate about reward and benefits? This is an exciting opportunity for a talented, progressive Reward Specialists to join our People Services and Transformation Team. 

Our offer to you

We pride ourselves in being a great place to work, providing a supportive culture with opportunities to grow and develop your career, achieve a healthy work life balance and to be recognised for the great work you do. You will receive:

• Competitive salary and pension scheme
• 33 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays) - increasing to 38 days over 5 years
• Hybrid, Flexible working
• Cycle to work scheme Electric Vehicle Scheme
• Health and Wellbeing portal – access to financial, health and wellbeing support and an Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounts – you will have access to Blue Light and NHS Discounts as well as discounts on mobile phones, gym membership, cinema tickets, restaurants, holidays and shopping

About Us

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a team of over 1,577 employees and over 33,000 volunteers, united by our goal of saving lives through essential first aid services, training and campaigning.  As a charity with rich heritage and a long history of serving humanity, we are proud of our past and excited about creating a healthier, safer, more resilient future. 

St John Ambulance works at the heart of communities, supporting and enabling them to access and receive physical and mental health first aid. We do this through developing and providing effective community response and outreach services (e.g. Ambulance response, Falls response, Night Time Economy and Homelessness outreach) and using our longstanding expertise to empower people with vital clinical skills and the confidence to use them (e.g. our Volunteers and Community Advocates, NHS Cadets and Young Responders programmes). There is also a buoyant social enterprise network which delivers first aid training and supplies medical consumables to businesses and consumers.

Job Summary

The Reward Specialist provides specialist advice and guidance as well as development and maintenance our total reward approach, including pay, reward and recognition. The post holder is responsible for leading and guiding on a modern and fair approach to pay and reward whilst taking a progressive approach to external market trends. They will ensure we have a competitive employee value proposition with a reward and recognition practices to support the attraction and retention of talent.

About You

To be successful in this role, you need to be educated to GCSE level or equivalent (Grade C / 4) including Maths & English, minimum 5, CIPD Level 5 qualified or relevant experience, experience in Implementing reward strategy, practices and new initiatives, Undertaking salary and benefit benchmarking activities and able to build effective relationships both internally and externally with the ability to influence and challenge.

About the Role

• Lead on the successful implementation of our annual pay / remuneration award 
• Provide advice and recommendations to the Head of People Services & Transformation, Talent & Reward Business Partners and our managers on pay and talent retention against our career level framework and where St John Ambulance sits relative to our competitors. 
• As required undertake salary surveys and pay benchmarking exercises for hard to fill or specialist roles or to support the creation of new bids. 
• Work with key internal stakeholders to analyse, plan and submit recommendations for our annual pay / remuneration award providing recommendations and guidance that take into account market trends, cost of living and SJA competitors. 

Please see the job description for more detail (this can be viewed on our website or once you click apply)

If you are a current St John Ambulance employee, please apply here: Click here

For all other candidates, or St John Ambulance volunteers wishing to apply: please apply below

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive high volume of applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

St John Ambulance are committed to increasing the diversity of our team and making sure we best reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.At St John, everyone is valued and supported to thrive, we have several networks including Multi Culture, Disability and Accessibility, Pride, Family and Carers and Women’s groups.  We do not tolerate any form of discrimination and engender a sense of belonging for all, by creating an environment of mutual respect, where we value unique differences and demonstrate authentic allyship. We believe passionately in equality, diversity and inclusion.

Please note: St John does not accept speculative CVs and will only review CVs sent in application for an advertised vacancy.

Finance Manager

We are seeking an experienced, qualified accountant to take over and lead the financial management functions at an important charity.

Position: Finance Manager

Location: Reading/Hybrid (weekly office presence required)

Hours: Full-time (part-time available min 3 days a week possible - flexible to be agreed with the CEO)

Contract: Permanent

Salary: Circa £40,000 per annum FTE + pension 6%

Closing date: 20th September 2024

Interview: 27th September 2024

Benefits: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (additional day per year of employment, max 5 days), cycle to work scheme, confidential counselling support and welfare days.

About the role:

Working with the CEO, the post-holder will ensure the charity functions effectively and has long-term financial viability and sustainability. The post-holder, in conjunction with the Treasurer, will ensure the Board meets its fiscal responsibilities and all regulatory requirements are complied with.

You will advise, report to, and consult with the CEO on all matters relating to the management of RSG's financial resources and on external factors that may affect its financial situation. You will also prepare, maintain and develop financial policies and procedures, including effective systems of financial control ensuring they are updated as necessary in a timely manner.

Key areas of responsibility include:  

• Lead the annual budget-setting process, liaising with the CEO and relevant managers to produce income, cost and year-end projections that are agreed upon by the Senior Management Team and Board of Trustees.
• Track the financial performance of RSG against the budget every month, providing monthly financial reports, forecasts and commentary to the Trustees and individual reports to service managers.
• Prepare quarterly management accounts to agreed reporting deadlines.
• Lead the production of the RSG’s annual accounts to ensure they are accurate and submitted on time.
• To lead, manage and develop finance staff, including providing support, guidance and training; appraise and manage performance, ensuring the finance team workflow is managed effectively.
• Provide management support and coaching for staff on financial matters as required.
• Ensure that recording of income and expenditure, bank reconciliation, payment of invoices and reclamation of Gift Aid are administered accurately and on time.
• Produce quarterly VAT returns.

About you:

You will have communication skills sufficient to develop strong professional relationships, support the development of the organisation’s reputation and support the management of change. You will have numerical accuracy with attention to detail and be organised, methodical and precise.

Key skills required for this role:

• Recognised accounting qualification (or part qualification) and evidence of personal development in employment (CIMA/ACCA
• Proven experience at a senior level working in a charity accounts environment.
• At least 2 years supervising people in a paid or voluntary capacity.
• Accounting practices and procedures.
• Clear understanding of confidentiality in written material.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and how it applies to the role.
• Knowledge of HR, recruitment and employment issues.
• Good understanding of relevant IT systems.
• Able to communicate with a wide range of people.
• Advanced user of the use of Xero, Payroll software and Excel.
• Extensive skills in budget and quarterly management accounts preparation.

It is very important that you set out how you meet each of these requirements in your cover letter.

About the organisation:

The employer is a charity in Berkshire that offers comprehensive assistance to refugees, including free legal advice through OISC accredited solicitors, integration support via a drop-in centre, social activities, and a refugee football team. They also engage in advocacy and campaigns for refugee rights. The organization encourages community involvement through fundraising, volunteering, and membership. They have made significant impacts, such as providing extensive casework support and distributing food parcels.

The employer aims to be an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

You may also have experience in areas such as: Finance, Financial, Finance Manager, Financial Manager, Assistant Finance Manager, Deputy Finance Manager, Junior Finance Manager, Accountant, Accountancy, Management Accountant.

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.

Barnsley CVS are looking to expand their Community Accountancy team. We are seeking highly qualified and experienced individuals with a great attention to detail.

This role reports to the Head of Community Accountancy and will provide a range of finance services to support Voluntary, Community and social enterprise organisations such as bookkeeping, year end accounts services, maintaining financial records using QuickBooks accounting software, bank reconciliation and producing management reports/information as required.

Please see Barnsley CVS website for full details and how to apply

About Climate Strategies

Climate Strategies works at the science-policy interface, advancing climate policy by facilitating meaningful interactions between decision-makers and researchers across Europe and internationally. We are an international, not-for-profit research organisation with an expansive network of world-leading researchers as members.

What we do

• Inspire: We incubate cutting-edge ideas & co-create innovative research with members, partners & stakeholders.
• Convene: We initiate & organise events, bringing people together to shape & share climate-related research.
• Engage: We facilitate productive dialogue amongst our members, trusted partners and other researchers, policymakers & stakeholders that comprise the CS ecosystem.
• Translate: We publish accessible research which is inclusive, has a broad reach & results in positive change.

About the role

Who we are looking for:

• Someone with a passion for using innovative communications methods for tackling the climate emergency and/or similar social justice issues.
• A confident and ambitious relationship builder and communicator who can build and nurture a diverse global network of researchers, policymakers and other key stakeholders.
• A creative and innovative individual with an eye for detail who can translate complex ideas/concepts into a range of engaging, digestible and accessible communications products (e.g. videos, infographics, briefings).
• Someone with impeccable organisational, planning and time management skills, who can work flexibly and multi-task across a small team.
• A natural leader who can effectively manage daily responsibilities while aligning them with broader organisational goals.

Your main responsibilities:

• Working closely with the Management and Programme teams to develop, deliver and continually evaluate Climate Strategies’ Communications AND Member Engagement Strategies.
• Translate complex research documents into engaging digital content (e.g. social media, press releases, op-eds) for a range of target audiences.
• Review, edit and proof scientific reports, press releases, op-eds and other publications.
• Conduct daily media monitoring and manage the Communications Calendar to identify comms and member engagement opportunities.
• Ongoing management of websites, social media channels, and email campaigns.
• Support the coordination and/or dissemination of virtual and in-person events
• Build and maintain relationships with media outlets
• Line Manage the Comms and Members Associate/Officer
• Lead engagement and build relationships with members to support our mission and goals.
• Oversee spending for communication and membership engagement activities.
• Conduct regular evaluations of the impact of communication and member engagement activities and improve to meet organisational goals.

Essential criteria

• Relevant university degree (e.g. Communications, Climate and sustainability, Journalism, International Development); Master’s degree preferred.
• 5+ years of experience using digital communications to meet organisational and/or campaign objectives.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including editing, proofreading, layout and design, and content creation.
• An ability to translate complex concepts into digestible, engaging communications products (e.g. toolkits, newsletters, policy briefs) for a range of audiences, using feedback from programme and networks staff, research partners and stakeholders.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of current trends in (digital, social) media, and proven ability to propose and deploy outside-the-box solutions.
• Ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships with partners, a diverse global network of researchers and policymakers, and journalists.
• Experience managing teams and the ability to direct the work of others with compassion and authority.
• Strong organisational, planning and time management skills, with the ability to work flexibly, multi‐task, and produce, coordinate, and deliver projects independently in a dynamic environment.
• Advanced digital skills including the Microsoft Office Suite, content creation tools (e.g. Canva, Social Pilot), all major social media platforms and associated analytics tools.

Desirable Criteria

• An existing network of media contacts which you can use to raise awareness of the Climate Strategies brand.
• Experience of using communications to amplify the impact of technical projects, including data visualisation.
• Knowledge of the international climate policy landscape.
• Good understanding of the intricacies of working for a nonprofit or social/environmental organisation.
• Proficiency in other languages.

Location 

This position can be based either in our co-working space in the Netherlands (Utrecht) or London (near Liverpool Street). The position is hybrid, and applicants are expected to commute to either the Utrecht (NL) or London (UK) office at least once per week.

All applicants must have the legal right to work in the Netherlands or the UK for at least 18 months from the starting date of the contract. Please note that we are unable to sponsor work visas for this position.

What you get:

At Climate Strategies, we offer a sector-competitive salary. Salary indication will be based on experience (FTE): €39-48k (including holiday allowance) for the NL and £37-46k for the UK. Final salary offer will be based on experience.

We recognise that non-salary factors contribute to employee happiness and job satisfaction, hence we offer a large range of benefits that are designed to give you the flexibility and autonomy you need to achieve your goals and work-life balance while also making a meaningful impact on the world. This includes:

• Ability to work from home and our offices in Utrecht or London, with flexibility in working hours.
• Opportunity to attend project and major international climate events.
• A unique opportunity to work with some of the world’s leading climate researchers and help them make their work more impactful.
• Room for new ideas and personal growth and development.
• A supportive, international and diverse team.
• Pension Plan
• Parental Leave
• Personal development opportunities

Beyond these perks, we’re committed to giving our employees autonomy and the freedom to take ownership of their work, so you can truly make a difference and feel empowered in your role.

Hear from Senior Programme and Impact Manager, Adriana Chavarría Flores about her time at Climate Strategies:

“My 4 years at Climate Strategies have been an exhilarating journey. The organisation consistently challenges me and supports my professional development, allowing my progression from Programme and Communication Associate to Programme Officer, and to my current role as Senior Programme and Impact Manager. I highly value the opportunity to work at the forefront of relevant areas such as just transitions, energy transitions, industrial decarbonisation, climate diplomacy and other, to work alongside and learn from our network of leading climate researchers, and to catalyse climate action and cooperation across key stakeholders internationally.”

Hear from Coltrane Morley-Williams, Programme and Networkers Officer, about his experience at Climate Strategies:

“My [time] at Climate Strategies has been an incredible experience, being my first role in the field of climate policy and research, I have been extremely fortunate to work across a number of Climate Strategies projects including the Coal Regions in Transition initiative, Post Coal Future Labs and Net Zero Political Economies. Through these projects, I have had the opportunity to attend various conferences including the EU’s Just Transition Platform conferences in Brussels and COP27 in Sharm el-Sheikh (only three months after joining).

“The opportunity to engage with world-leading researchers within the Climate Strategies members network has also been both motivating and inspiring. Climate Strategies has shown great commitment to, and provided me with a platform for, my personal and professional development highlighted by my recent promotion from Programmes & Networks Associate to Programmes and Networks Officer.”

How to apply

Visit our website for more information. 

Commitment to equal consideration

We are committed to ensuring that all qualified candidates receive equal consideration for employment without discrimination based on race,  religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status. We will make every effort to remove barriers to employment and create a level playing field for all candidates.

Rewilding Britain wants to see rewilding flourishing across 30% of Britain, reconnecting us with the natural world, sustaining communities and tackling the interconnected nature and climate emergencies. 

Since Rewilding Britain was formed in 2015 rewilding has moved from being a niche idea to playing a significant role in some of the biggest global challenges we face. Rewilding Britain is at the forefront of this change, acting as a catalyst for debate and action, and demonstrating the power of working with nature to build a sustainable world where people thrive. 

We influence policy, inspire public action and catalyse joined-up practical and financial support to help establish rewilding across Britain’s land and seas. Through a rapidly growing Rewilding Network we’re bringing together a community of rewilders — from land managers and farmers, to charities, community groups and national parks — to inspire and support each other to create a wilder, more prosperous Britain. It’s not too late — but we must act now.

We’re offering a new and unique chance to join the Rewilding Britain team. Imagine a Britain where the largest, most influential and strategically important land areas lead the way in massively upscaling rewilding to tackle the growing climate and biodiversity crises. This is as much about enabling community-led and multi-stakeholder partnerships as persuading individual private, public and conservation NGO landowners. We already engage with a number of key land areas under the various ownership of organisations, public bodies and charities. We’re now at the stage where we need to have a more targeted approach and provide an increased level of support to enable a major upscaling of rewilding in these areas.

Could you see yourself joining a passionate and innovative team of people working to make Britain a wilder place? We're seeking an experienced, self-motivated Rewilding Landscapes Manager to lead our work to upscale rewilding across Britain. The successful candidate will be an innovative, driven and forward-thinking individual with a proven track record of influencing and advising landowners, land managers and wider stakeholders. This is an exciting opportunity to join our fast growing charity and directly contribute to the growth of the rewilding movement.

Job purpose: 

To develop and deliver a strategic approach to increasing the land area committed to  large-scale rewilding initiatives which deliver nature’s recovery alongside thriving local communities.  The focus will be on engaging, inspiring and empowering others to adopt and apply rewilding principles, models and approaches.

Main responsibilities: 

In collaboration with senior staff and the Rewilding Manager you will be responsible for leading and project managing the development and delivery of a plan to expand landscape scale rewilding across Britain, including:

• Providing support and advice to targeted existing larger scale rewilding initiatives. 

• Engaging with a wide range of stakeholders — including landowners and managers - in key potential rewilding landscapes and influencing them to integrate rewilding into their management plans.

• Researching the potential for rewilding — including its opportunities, cost and benefits and financial viability - in key areas and presenting this in a compelling way.

• Inspiring, influencing and supporting new initiatives and partnerships focused on upscaling rewilding across larger landscapes and a diverse range of ownership and management types — community-led and multi-stakeholder partnerships, private, public, corporate and NGO landowners, commoners, crofters etc.

• Working with the Rewilding Manager to ensure that our annual Challenge Fund award acts to catalyse and enable the development of large-scale 'exemplar' rewilding initiatives.

• Liaising with the Rewilding Manager to encourage new initiatives to join and engage in the Rewilding Network.

• Representing Rewilding Britain to external stakeholders on various events, platforms and network groups.

• Delivering effective systems and processes for tracking, monitoring and reporting on progress.

• Working closely with the Rewilding Director and Rewilding Manager to ensure we best target resources. 

Skills, experience and behaviours:

Ideally you will have the following skills and experience. However, this is an exciting new role so there is some scope for refinement of responsibilities, depending on the chosen candidate. If you don’t meet all requirements but believe you could thrive in this role, please consider applying or get in touch to discuss your suitability.

Experience

• At least eight years’ professional experience in a relevant field, e.g. conservation and/or land management/agency.

• Demonstrable experience in influencing change, network building and managing strategic partnerships and relations at a senior level. 

• Experience of community and multi-stakeholder led co-design and governance models is highly desirable.

Skills

• Exceptional project management skills, with the ability to work effectively to deadlines and achieve demonstrable results in a rapidly changing context.

• Powerful communication and presentation skills, including the ability to engage senior internal and external stakeholders. Media skills are highly desirable. 

• Excellent strategic and systems thinking skills with a proven ability to spot opportunities and solve problems.

Personal Qualities

• A self-starter with initiative and motivation who works to make things happen

• Ability to produce high-quality work at pace, thriving in a dynamic organisation.

• Ability to work autonomously, showing initiative while building excellent relationships with the wider team.

• Committed to embedding Rewilding Britain’s vision for equality, diversity and inclusion throughout your work, and to bringing our values to life.

• Passionate about bringing people and communities together to find ways to work, live and prosper within healthy, flourishing ecosystems

This job description is not all encompassing. Your duties may be reviewed from time to time and revised and updated in consultation with you to reflect appropriate changes.

Terms and conditions and staff benefits

This is a full-time role at 35 hours per week, but we're open to applications from those looking to work 28 hours or more per week.

The salary is £40k - £48k per annum (depending on relevant experience).

There will be some freedom for the person to determine their own working arrangements each week, within limitations, providing the work is delivered.

Rewilding Britain employees benefit from 25 days annual leave per year (pro rata for part time roles), rising to 30 days over five years. A generous employer-matched pension scheme is also available.

We are a virtual team who work from home and/or co-working spaces. We'll support you to achieve a suitable virtual working environment. Some meetings are held face to face across Britain, so a willingness to travel with occasional overnight stays is desirable.

Use of artificial intelligence tools: Rewilding Britain does not accept cover letters, presentations or answers to recruitment questions whose content is AI generated and we will actively screen for this as part of our recruitment process. Rewilding Britain does not use AI tools to review candidate applications; real people will review and shortlist applications.

Equality in employment: Candidates will be shortlisted and selected according to suitability for the post without regard to age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy, race, religion or belief and sex or sexual orientation.

Rewilding Britain is not a licenced sponsor at this time. Any offer of employment will be made subject to the provision of a valid right to work in the UK.

Environment & Natural Capital Manager

We are seeking an Environment & Natural Capital Manager in a new role working with an educational charity and one of the UK’s foremost providers and funders of Outdoor Learning.

Position: Environment & Natural Capital Manager

Location: Fairford, Gloucestershire – scope for occasional hybrid working

Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 per annum

Contract: Permanent, Full time (35 hours per week)

Closing Date: Sunday 22 September 2024 at 23:59

Interviews: Thursday 3 October & Tuesday 8 October 2024

About the role:

As Environment & Natural Capital Manager you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing strategies and programmes that enhance natural capital and address climate change impacts, in-line with the Trust’s adopted Framework Nature Recovery and Climate Strategy.

The charity’s fundamental aspiration is to measure, monitor, value and enhance their natural capital, and this role will be at the centre of leading and coordinating this process. You will be involved in collaborating with various stakeholders, conducting research, and leveraging scientific and economic data to support sustainable practices and policies, guiding the operation of the Trust and the management and leverage of the Trust’s natural and built assets.

Key responsibilities:

• Strategic Planning and Implementation
• Research and Analysis
• Policy Development and Advocacy
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Project Management
• Reporting and Communication

About you:

We are seeking an experienced and strategic thinker with a track record of developing long-term strategies for natural capital enhancement. You will need to be an effective team leader with the ability to work collaboratively and build strong partnerships.

Essential Skills and Knowledge include:

• A degree (or equivalent) in Environmental Sustainability, Natural Resource Management, or a similar related field
• Experience in natural capital management, climate change mitigation/adaptation, environmental policy, or related areas
• Proven track record of developing and implementing sustainability programmes and initiatives
• Strong understanding of natural capital concepts and climate science
• Excellent analytical and research skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and trends
• Proficiency in using relevant software and tools for environmental analysis and reporting

If you have a passion for environmental and the necessary skills we would love to hear from you!

About the organisation:

The charity’s mission is to improve life chances of children and young people through a range of Outdoor Learning experiences, enabling them to learn from nature, empowering them to have a positive impact on the environment.

They are committed to creating a workplace where everyone thrives, regardless of background. Safeguarding is our priority, and all appointments are subject to relevant checks.

Apply today and you will be joining a dynamic and welcoming team, where every member is valued and supported. Enjoy competitive benefits and a chance to make a real impact.

Other roles you may have experience of could include: Environment Manager, Natural Capital Manager, Director of Natural Capital, Associate Director Natural Capital, Natural Capital Advisor, Environment Senior Associate, Ecosystem Programme, Environmental Finance, Head of Natural Capital, Climate and Nature Investment, Environmental Manager, Natural Capital Developments, Environmental Consultant, etc.

Are you an experienced prospect research professional who’s passionate about working with fundraising teams to improve processes and ways of working? Here at Sue Ryder we are looking for a self-starter to join us in blended role which support our fundraising operations development work and delivers our prospect research function.
If this sounds like you, come and join our team and contribute to the incredible work that we do across Sue Ryder.

The Fundraising Operations and Prospect Research Specialist sits within our busy and growing Supporter Experience, Data and Insight Team and reports to the Fundraising Operations Development Manager. Working collaboratively with the other Senior Executives in the team, you will be a key member of our SEDI Management Team delivering on key priorities.

You will be responsible for:
• Supporting the implementation and management of Sue Ryder’s world-class fundraising operations model and working with our internal teams to review and improve key processes and policies which support our fundraising activities.
• Support our High-Value fundraising, both at a National and Community level, by providing prospect research and insight and overseeing all the processes for management of this activity.

Key skills and Knowledge
• An understanding of the role of fundraising operations within a charity environment.
• Be proficient in using relationship management databases and an understanding of data management best practice, preferably some previous experience in using CRMs
• Knowledge of prospect research strategies, specialist tools and techniques within a fundraising context.
• Experience in identifying and qualifying potential new high-value funding prospects, including major donors, corporate partners, trusts and foundations.

This is an excellent opportunity for a capable and proactive individual to take the next step in advancing their career. We appreciate this role is looking for a range of experience and knowledge and would encourage you to apply even if you feel you only meet some of the criteria outlined. We are also happy to provide more detail about the role to anyone that is interested in applying.

Competitive Benefits Package

- 27 days holiday rising to 33 with length of service plus bank holidays (pro rata if part-time), - Company pension scheme
- EAP support scheme
- Staff discount with thousands of retailers
- Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
- and lots more. Please visit our careers website for the full list.

Closing date: 8th September
1st Interview date: TBC

We aim to give all candidates the opportunity to perform at their best during our recruitment process. Please let us know if you require any adjustments at any stage 

If you want more than just a job, we want you. Join the team and be there when it matters.

Sue Ryder is here to make sure everyone approaching the end of their life or living with grief can access the support they need. There is no one size fits all when it comes to how we cope and the help we need, but with our support, no one has to face dying or grief alone. We are there when it matters.