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People living with Parkinson's value the services and opportunities Parkinson’s UK provides, delivered by committed and skilled colleagues, volunteers and partner organisations. Following an investment of 1.5 million we have the opportunity to build on the quality and reach of our community services.
About the role
As the environment in which we live and work changes, we need to work with the Parkinson’s Community to understand how we can continue to provide the support and activities they require.
Your role will be to work with the community, and the staff colleagues who support them, to develop the local networks so that they are fit for the future. This includes reviewing and refining our policies and framework of governance so that the local networks operate safely, effectively and legally whilst reducing or eliminating unnecessary bureaucracy.
You’ll also create opportunities for our local group network to evolve and develop in transformational ways that protects the Parkinson’s UK values, whilst setting new and exciting opportunities to create local settings for people with Parkinson’s to engage and connect.
What you’ll do:
- Proactively identify key strengths, opportunities, risks and emerging issues and use these to lead on the continued evolution of the local networks to ensure they are fit for the present and the future.
- Lead on the continuous collaborative development and refinement of Parkinson’s UK local group and network policies and procedures with local colleagues and volunteers
- Review and refine our framework of governance so that the local networks operate safely, effectively and legally whilst reducing or eliminating unnecessary bureaucracy
What you’ll bring:
- Experience of planning for and managing change effectively and successful project management with staff colleagues, volunteers and service users
- Collaboration and engagement skills with the ability to work in an inclusive way with staff colleagues, volunteers and service users.
- Demonstrable experience of developing and managing operational activities and raising quality standards
- Proven ability to take a solution focused approach to problem solving
- Skilled communicator at all levels; able to deliver complex messages to a range of audiences effectively and appropriately.
- Experience of working unsupervised to deliver objectives to time and to budget
- Experience of coordinating and leading the monitoring and reporting on activity and impact in an engaging and meaningful way
This is an exciting time for Parkinson’s UK and we would love you to join us!
Please apply by sending us your CV, together with a detailed supporting statement which will fully demonstrate how you meet all the criteria of the role, as stated in the "What you'll bring" section of the job description.
Interviews for this role will be held on the 7th August 2024.
We are operating rolling recruitment for this vacancy and reviewing applications as they are received. We reserve the right to close this vacancy when we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
The successful candidate will be required to
- provide their own broadband service with a minimum download speed of 2Mb
- have a confidential space in which to work
We are committed to working with the principles of fairness and equality. All of our applications are anonymous until the interview stage, and we welcome applications from people from all sections of the community, irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation. We actively encourage people with Parkinson's to apply.
Anyone can get Parkinson’s. It’s vital that the people who work for Parkinson’s UK are representative of our diverse community. We actively encourage people from all sections of the community to apply, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion.
We’re a people-powered movement on the verge of major breakthroughs in Parkinson’s. Together, we will find a cure.
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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!
Carers UK is looking for an Account Executive to support the Income Generation and Communication team in delivering activities to maintain and grow significant income from Carers UK’s products and services, namely the Employers for Carers forum.
This is a pivotal time for working carers as the Carer’s Leave Act becomes law, making it a statutory requirement for all employers to support unpaid carers by providing five days unpaid carers leave. We believe we have the platform to bring about change, as well as provide carers with the support they need.
About you
You will be highly confident approaching and building rapport with prospective and existing clients with a commitment to a sustained high level of outbound communication. Collaborative in approach and with excellent communication skills you will have the ability to prioritise and manage a combination of different tasks and work effectively and efficiently to tight deadlines.
About the role
Carers UK’s Income Generation and Communication team is responsible for the organisation’s income stream. You will be a self-starter, with new business and sales experience, who will assist the team to develop, deliver and grow its earned income activities. You will carry out prospects research to support new business development, while building relationships through active client engagement. You will receive relevant training, guidance and coaching.
We are a truly inclusive team; we offer flexibility and we live and breathe our values. We are Attentive, Ambitious and Achievers.
Diversity and inclusion
Carers UK is committed to becoming a diverse and truly inclusive organisation. We strive to create a workplace where our colleagues and volunteers can truly be themselves and feel like they belong and constantly seek to ensure all voices are heard.
To embrace this culture of diversity, our employee and volunteer recruitment should reflect our stakeholders and the society that we serve and support, regardless of age, race, gender, sexual orientation, physical abilities, disabilities or religious practices. We value individual diversity and are actively building diverse teams here at Carers UK and value our colleagues from a wide range of backgrounds.
As a membership charity for carers, we particularly seek employees and volunteers with a real understanding of the issues faced by carers. Reasonable adjustments can be made to the process and role dependent on the needs of the applicant.
At Carers UK we want our application process to be as accessible as possible. If you need any adjustments to apply please email the recruitment team to discuss.
The closing date for applications is 5pm, Thursday 1 August 2024
Carers UK anonymises all applications prior to shortlisting.
Carers UK reserves the right to appoint at any stage, should an outstanding candidate emerge.
Carers UK are actively interviewing as we receive applications.
Carers UK may carry out online and social media checks as well as seek references before a formal offer is made.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Head of Financial Planning and Analysis
Hybrid role – North West preferred, remote within the UK will be considered
Starting salary for this position is £54,588 per annum (plus contributory pension)
About MAG:
MAG (Mines Advisory Group) is an international humanitarian organisation based in Manchester, UK, and working in more than 30 countries. We remove landmines and unexploded ordnance to release safe and productive land for communities, and work to reduce the threat of armed violence by supporting governments to safely manage weapons and ammunition. In 1997, MAG was a co-recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize for our work campaigning for the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention.
About the role:
MAG is for looking for a highly motivated and experienced finance professional to lead, develop and motivate the FP&A Team in the delivery of high-quality financial information, insight and analysis. You will also lead the planning, design, consolidation and reporting of financial business planning and forecasts for MAG, and oversee the business partnering process for central budget holders. You will also be responsible for MAG’s financial systems and lead on business process improvements, liaising with key stakeholders and supporting the delivery of strategy. You will also produce monthly management accounts and financial KPIs ensuring they are reliable, accurate and fit for purpose.
About you:
We are looking for:
- a CCAB qualified finance professional
- Demonstrable experience of financial management in a complex multi-site/international organisation with multiple grant/funding providers.
- Experience of coordinating and preparing business planning for complex organisations
- Experience of developing and optimising business/financial software and systems
- Experience of preparing, developing and analysing management reporting for financial and non-financial users is also required.
You will be comfortable fostering and developing finance partnering to international, multidisciplinary teams, and be able to influence diverse and disparate teams with competing priorities.
You will also need to demonstrate an ability to manage complex workloads, and often competing deadlines, and establish and maintain strong financial controls which ensure we operate to the highest financial standards.
What you can expect in return:
- Competitive salary
- 25 days annual leave per year plus public holidays.
- Company pension (matching at 5%)
- Employee Assistance Programme: MAG offers free access to Health Assured, a service providing 24/7 confidential support and expert advice on a wide range of issues.
Further information and how to apply:
For the further information on the role, the application pack and details of how to apply, please visit the MAG website by the closing date of 23rd July 2024.
Interviews will take place at the end of July or early August.
Please note that as part of MAG's commitment to safeguarding, this post is subject to background checks before an offer of employment is confirmed. For more information on MAG’s approach to safeguarding here and background checks here. You can also find more information in the candidate information pack, available on our website.
MAG is committed to the principles of diversity, equality and inclusion. If you think you would be suited to one of our roles we would welcome your application regardless of your background. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive working environment where all employees feel respected and supported in fulfilling their potential.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Learning & Development Business Partner to join our People team.
Location: Gilwell Park, Chingford, London (Hybrid working)
Salary: £48,563 per annum (inclusive of Outer London Weighting and a Market Supplement), Band F, Level 3
Term: Permanent
Working Hours: 35 hours per week - with expectation of coming into the office or one of the regional offices once a week
We’re Scouts and everyone’s welcome here - all genders, races and backgrounds. Right across the UK, we help over 400,000 young people aged 4-25 gain skills for life and find their place in the world. We help them speak up, play their part and shine bright.
About the L&D Business Partner Role:
The L&D Business Partner works closely with leaders to assess the learning needs of their staff and then designs and delivers solutions to meet those needs. The role acts as the primary point of contact for managers and staff on all learning & development matters. They are responsible for organising the staff induction process, the maintenance of l&d records through the LMS (Learning Management System) and for ensuring compliance with mandatory and other training standards.
As the L&D Business Partner you will have:
- Experience working in a learning and development function for an organisation.
- Experience developing and delivering/facilitating high quality training events on time and within budget.
- Experience working with internal subject matter experts to develop in-house training courses.
- Knowledge of the training cycle & experience using a range of training delivery methods to delivery positive results.
- Good working knowledge of best practice learning and development processes.
- Experience evaluating training & implementing iterative changes.
- Familiarity with e-learning platforms and practices,
- Relevant project management experience
- Knowledge of leadership and management development programmes.
- Budget management experience.
- Experience working with data to produce reports and information.
- Experience using appropriate IT suite and level of programmes associated with the role, including Microsoft office.
Key responsibilities as our L&D Business Partner:
- Contribute to the development & implimentation of the L&D policy and associated plans.
- Monitor the L&D budget & support the Head of Culture & Learning with the allocation of available funds ensuring value for money. Contribute to the annual L&D budget proposal for the following year.
- Overall responsibility for the maintenance and development of the LMS
As our L&D Business Partner in return, we offer you:
- Work in a way that suits you, your role and your department
- Be proud to say you’re part of a team with Investors in People (Gold)
- Plenty of opportunity for learning and development
- 28 days holiday a year, plus bank holidays rising to 32 days after two years
- Four extra days to look after your family when they need you
- Three extra days over Christmas
We are proud to be a family-friendly employer and offer…
- Maternity/Paternity Leave
- Flexible working hours
- Store Discount at our Scout Store + other online benefits
- Study and volunteer leave
Closing date for applications: 11:59pm on Tuesday 23rd July 2024
Interviews will be held on Tuesday 30th July 2024
The Scouts is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to diversity and actively seeking applicants from a wide range of backgrounds.
The main objective of the Science Communication Officer role within the Research Impact Management Office (RIMO) Team is to lead on the communication management of a new $57m global Human Challenge Award, Mucosal Immunity in human Coronavirus Challenge (MusiCC) co-funded by the European Union’s Horizon Europe Programme and the Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI). The post holder will have the opportunity to be part of exciting large, collaborative, and international research project to maximise its impact and ensure they meet the funder’s goals and requirements. The post holder will also input on the overall RIMO portfolio of research projects as well as support on the communication and marketing strategy for the office.
The RIMO office is an integral part of Imperial’s Enterprise Department, which provides commercial and business management services to support the award and delivery of funded programmes and projects. The work of Enterprise directly underpins Imperial’s mission, thereby supporting the development of new or enhanced research, education and/or translation capabilities across all faculties of the university and on behalf of Imperial’s academic community. RIMO has a specific focus on managing high-profile international projects funded mainly by the European Commission.
Duties and responsibilities
You will work alongside other members of the RIMO team to provide efficient leadership on the communication requirements and deliverables for our portfolio of projects as well as support the delivery of internal marketing and communication activities of the RIMO office. The role includes designing, implementing, and evaluating success of communication activities, developing communication strategies for new proposals and future projects, and coordinating events for public engagement/societal outreach, workshops, and conferences The post holder will also produce marketing and website material and manage several social media accounts and present at project meetings and other relevant events.
It will be important for the post holder to interface with key academic staff, College supporting services, staff, as well as external partners from various projects’ consortia.
Essential requirements
We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly motivated candidate that thinks creatively, is able to prioritise competing and varying deadlines and tasks, has a positive approach and initiative to problem solving, and adapts quickly to our variety of research projects and its demands. The post holder will embrace change, keep an open-mind, and contribute to a positive and inclusive work environment. Some of the essential requirements are:
• Science communication qualifications and/or experience.
• Communication experience including producing marketing and website material and managing social media accounts.
• Experience developing, implementing and evaluating communication strategies
• Experience in event coordination
• Excellent communication and liaison skills.
• Experience of working in large and complex organisations, especially in higher education.
Further information
This job is under the Imperial College Professional Services Level 3b (Salary scales).
The job is fixed term initially for 2 years (with the possibility to extend it to 5 years).
All candidates need to complete an online application.
Should you require any further details on the role please contact: Siobhan Markus.
Closing date: 18th July 2024
To apply, please click “Apply Now”
Are you ready to make a difference to the lives of children and young people in Croydon?
The current Chief Executive Officer at Reedham Children's Trust is stepping down after a dynamic 10 years in post, and the Board of Trustees is looking to recruit a new CEO with energy, drive and enthusiasm to continue to develop its strategy of direct investment in youth organisations and services which is changing lives for the better for children, young people and their families in Croydon. For over 180 years, Reedham Children's Trust has worked in and around Croydon - what we do may have change over the years but our committment and belief in what we do has not.
Characteristics of our next CEO:
- a committed, confident and highly motivated individual who is excited about leading a small but ambitious charity.
- an inspiring leader with exceptional communication skills and a proactive approach to building sustainable relationships
- someone with a clear vision to shape the future trajectory of our charity and nurture positive change within the community of Croydon.
Your strategic leadership will drive positive outcomes for the children and young people we support while upholding a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement within our organisation.
In return, you will have the opportunity to lead a small, highly skilled and dedicated team, adept in self-management and committed to supporting the CEO and Trustees in delivering high-quality operational and governance services.
Reedham Children’s Trust values diversity and inclusivity – we welcome applications from both experienced CEOs and individuals ready to embark on their first Chief Executive position, especially from those with lived experience of the communities and areas we support, to enrich our organisation and the people we serve.
We believe that with your drive, vision, and leadership abilities, you can help Reedham Children’s Trust continue our mission of transforming lives and creating a positive impact for children and young people in Croydon.
For an informal conversation with the current CEO or Chair, or more information, please visit our website for contact details.
Interviews anticipated for late August/early September.
We believe every child and young person in Croydon deserves the chance to thrive and to look forward to a healthy, happy, and fulfilling adult life.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you passionate about supporting survivors of sexual violence and understand the effects on those that have experienced it? Can you provide emotional and practical support, and have an understanding of the criminal justice system?
Coventry Rape and Sexual Abuse Centre (CRASAC) is an award winning charity that provides specialist services to support victims and survivors of rape and sexual abuse in Coventry.
We are recruiting for an experienced female Independent Sexual Violence Advisor (ISVA) who will provide pro-active crisis intervention and an ongoing support service to victims of sexual violence both recent and non-recent - within and outside of the criminal justice system.
To work within a multi-agency setting to provide a pro-active service to victims of sexual violence from the age of 11 years (or parents/carers of children aged 5-10 years), within and outside of the criminal justice system to:
- risk assess and help clients keep safe
- help clients access their rights
- help clients access health and other services they require
- monitor and keep client informed of case progress
- liaise with other relevant bodies (police, CPS etc)
- provide appropriate support through the criminal justice system
The full job description, person specification and application form can be downloaded from our website.
Deadline for receipt of applications is Tuesday 23rd July 2024.
Interviews will be held on 29th July, 1st and 2nd August 2024.
Hours: Full Time (part time hours considered)and to include one evening (up to 8 pm) a week.
Contract Type: Fixed term contract – 12mths.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
37 days annual leave (inclusive of Bank Holidays)
Important:
Please do not put any personal identifying information on your application form, it needs to remain anonymised for the shortlisting panel. Contact details will be collected as part of the online application process and a unique id will be auto-generated to link them with your completed form.
We follow 'safer recruitment guidelines' and any offers of employment for this post will be subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and 2 references.
Female applicants only as per exemption under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010.
CRASAC actively welcomes applications from women of all ages and we are particularly keen to hear from black and minoritised women.
To improve the lives of people in Coventry who have been affected by rape and sexual abuse, enabling them to survive and thrive in life.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Are you looking for a dynamic and rewarding role working for an organisation with the feminist agenda at the core of its ethos? Then Advance Charity could be the career choice for you!
We are looking for a People Team Coordinator
Salary: £26,000 - £32,000
Location: Hammersmith
Hours: 35 Hours per week
Contract: Permanent
This post is open to female applicants only as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.
Please note: Any offer of employment will be made subject to references, confirmation of the right to work in the UK, and satisfactory enhanced DBS check. This role is also subject to Police Vetting.
About us
Advance is an award-winning and innovative women-only organisation, established in 1998, providing emotional and practical support to women and girls survivors of domestic abuse and supporting women with short-term sentences to reduce offending. We believe in empowering women and girls to lead safe, non-violent, equal lives so that they can flourish and contribute to the community.
We are a community-based organisation who lead in best practice approaches to supporting women in their local community. We achieve this by being available to meet and support women in local settings and at our women’s centres, and by working in close partnership with other agencies.
Our values are to listen and support, to empower and respect, collaboration, innovation, and accountability.
About the role:
Working across the People team the People and Talent Coordinator is an essential for the organisation, contributing to the long- term development and performance of the People directorate. The postholder will have excellent communications skills, a keen eye for detail and an ability to work on their own initiative in a fast-paced environment. The role provides technical expertise and support on Talent, People and L&D related matters, including actively supporting the end- to- end recruitment for all posts, using ATS/HRIS systems, strong contribution towards inductions and DBS checks. The role also provides the key point of contact for staff on day-to-day routine HR questions and queries, and hands-on interaction and delivery of L&D initiatives.
About You:
The successful candidate will demonstrate the skills and attributes set out in the persons specification. We are seeking a self- starter who can seamlessly coordinate tasks with competing priorities. HR knowledge is a bonus, however demonstration of a proven track record of working in a busy environment, delivering to deadlines and cross sectional working puts you in a good position.
You will bring operational working knowledge of the Microsoft suite, and Mailchimp. Ideally you come from or have a HR background and have worked in the voluntary sector and if not, you are able to demonstrate your transferable skill set showcasing your excellent ability to undertake this role.
About the Team
You will be joining a skilled six persons People team dedicated to supporting the organisation across all People matters.
How to apply:
Please submit your up to date CV along with a covering letter to the Talent email address - PLEASE WRITE THE JOB TITLE IN THE *SUBJECT*
· Closing Date for Applications: Sunday 28 July 2024@ 23:59
· Interviews are taking place on a rolling basis
*Advance reserves the right to close the advert early, or on the appointment of a candidate.
What we can offer you - Employee Benefits:
- A 35-hour working week
- An exceptional 30 days of paid holiday per year (pro rata for part time), PLUS public holidays on top (that's nearly 40 days paid holiday per year!)
- Additional days off to celebrate International Women’s Day, and for religious observance and moving home
- Perkbox - an employee discount platform where you can receive free rewards as well as take advantage of savings on clothes, groceries, travel, leisure and more
- Pension scheme
- Enhanced maternity/adoption provision
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
- Employee eye-care scheme
- Clinical supervision for front line staff and first line management roles
- Refer a Friend Scheme - £250 for each referral who passes probation
- Organisation wide away days
- Thorough induction and training
- Career development pathways
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Under the Equality Act 2010, we are required to make any reasonable adjustments. If you have a disability as defined under this act and/or have special needs, please email the Talent Acquisition Team via the Advance website and will aim to make the necessary arrangements to accommodate your needs.
Diversity, Inclusion and Equal Opportunities
We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and actively seek to recruit people from groups underrepresented in our current team. We have policies and processes in place to ensure that all employees are offered an equal opportunity in recruitment and selection, promotion, training, pay and benefits.
Safeguarding
Advance is committed to safeguarding and creating a culture of zero-tolerance of harm and expects all staff, including volunteers to share this commitment. We believe all individuals have the right to live their life free from violence and abuse and the right to feel and be safe. We have a suite of safeguarding policies, procedures and practice guidance, accessible to all staff, which promotes safeguarding and safer working practices across all our services and activities. When we recruit staff, we follow rigorous safer recruitment practices, this involves carrying out pre-employment checks including references, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks, and identity checks. We ensure all staff undertake mandatory safeguarding training relevant to their role and responsibilities, to empower them to be competent and feel confident in recognising and responding appropriately to safeguarding issues and promote wellbeing.
We are looking for an Accommodation Adviser for our team based in HMP Hull, to provide tailored accommodation support to men both in custody and under probation supervision within the community and helping reintegrate into a life outside the justice system.
About Shelter
Home is a human right. It’s our foundation and where we thrive. Yet every day millions of people are being devastated by the housing emergency.
We exist to defend the right to a safe home. Because home is everything,
We need ambitious, passionate people to join us. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve.
Our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. To win this fight, we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement. In all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, equitable and transparent. We are committed to combating racism both within and outside Shelter. We welcome you on our journey to becoming truly anti-racist.
About the team
We ensure that our clients are supported to gain and retain safe, decent and affordable accommodation. A stable home is a key factor in successful rehabilitation and breaking the cycle of re-offending. We work holistically with clients, alongside multiple agencies.
Nationally we aim to influence the Government and MOJ to bring about systemic change, so that people in the criminal justice system can access better housing. We also work with housing providers and local authorities to achieve change at a local level.
About the role
You will complete an Initial Needs Assessment (INA) with each client, having a detailed discussion with them to outline their situation and the support they need. A strengths-based approach is used to identify the positive attributes that they can build upon to achieve their goals and is reflected in the design of the INA. Working together with your client, you will map out and agree a set of interventions and the outcomes needed, encouraging and empowering them to actively contribute towards their goals.
You will carry a fluctuating case load of service users with varying levels of needs. The focus of the service is to support the desistance model, supporting individuals to achieve their full potential.
The position will be based at HMP Hull with other agreed locations when needed with travel expected across the National Probation Service Region.
About You
You have considerable experience of advocating for clients to agencies and authorities and have a track record of successful outcomes and challenging when needed. You can adapt complex information into practical plans and proactively manage your caseload. Motivating and encouraging your clients will be a key part of the role, as well the ability to build rapport, trust and actively listen to their needs. As you will be working closely with clients, a sound understanding of professional boundaries is crucial.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Corporate Volunteering Officer
Community Southwark
London/Hybrid with a minimum of two days a week in the office in Bermondsey.
Full time, 35 hours per week with flexible working
Permanent
Salary £34,026 per annum
Excellent benefits including 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays, 2 volunteering days, 5% pension contribution, annual training allowance, cycle to work scheme, employee assistance programme, and enhanced maternity and paternity pay
Are you an excellent relationship builder with a strong ability to create networks and connect others? Do you have an understanding of the VCS and corporate sector and the potential for partnerships?
Charity People are delighted to be supporting , the umbrella body for the voluntary and community sector in Southwark, with their recruitment for a Corporate Volunteering Officer.
With 1,000 not-for profit group members and over 60 years' experience of offering free services and making connections, Community Southwark supports charities, community groups and individuals through capacity building, networks and training. The charity has strong and productive links with funders, Southwark Council, businesses, and the local NHS, working in partnership to support thriving neighbourhoods and community led solutions to the borough's deep-rooted inequalities. The 2022-2026 strategy will enable a more impactful and sustainable Voluntary and Community Sector (VCS), support the creation of a more inclusive and equal Southwark and a collaborative VCS able to influence change.
The Corporate Volunteering Officer will develop and grow Community Southwark's Corporate Volunteering Programme bringing together community groups, charities, and businesses. This role is crucial in maximising opportunities to share pro bono skills and resources, supporting thriving communities and a more equal borough.
Key responsibilities
- Deliver a skills-based pro bono corporate volunteering programme, working with corporate partners to identify opportunities with community partners.
- Expand and develop the existing offer to corporate and community partners, engaging with the team and the wider Voluntary and Community Sector to gain a thorough understanding of the sector's needs.
- Audit existing corporate and business relationships with the VCS and develop and identify new partnerships, through the running of a corporate advice service.
- Build and develop a programme of events and communications designed to connect corporates with the VCS.
Person specification
Knowledge, Skills and Experience Needed
- An experienced relationship builder, creating networks and connecting others
- An understanding and appreciation of the VCS and the corporate sector and the potential for partnerships
- Strategic vision - able to think through opportunities and plan for the long term
- Excellent written and communication skills
- Desirable: An experience of dealing with community or corporate volunteers and/or coordination of projects/teams
Behavioural competencies
- Confident with a range of audiences, including those in senior positions
- High level listening, influencing and negotiating skills
- Extremely well organised, flexible and proactive
The role is based in the office in Bermondsey for a minimum of two days per week. The postholder will also be required to work in the community and may work the rest of the week from home.
How to apply:
If you have the skills and experience for this role, Community Southwark would love to hear from you.
To apply, please follow the instructions on the webpage you are directed to when you click "Apply".
You will be asked as part of the process to upload your CV and answer 5 questions:
- Why have you applied for this role and what skills will you bring?
- How will you go about understanding the needs of the Voluntary and Community Sector in Southwark and the potential for supporting these through corporate partnerships?
- Please give an example of where you have used your influencing skills to involve and engage others in a project.
- How will you audit, map, and monitor corporate relationships?
- A small community group has been offered some funding by a corporate partner. The corporate partner also wants to do some practical employee volunteering, but this isn't what the group needs and they don't have the capacity to manage the volunteers. What would you do to help?
The deadline is 11am on Friday 26 July 2024. If you would like to discuss the role in more detail, please contact Elizabeth Smith, Volunteering Manager at Community Southwark.
Charity People actively promotes equality, diversity and inclusion. We match charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the charities we work with.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Are you looking for a dynamic and rewarding role working for an organisation with the feminist agenda at the core of its ethos? Then Advance Charity could be the career choice for you!
We are looking for an Early Help IDVA
Salary: £26,000 - £32,000
Location: Brent Civic Centre & Hammersmith
Hours: 35 Hours per week
Contract: Permanent
This post is open to female applicants only as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.
Please note: Any offer of employment will be made subject to references, confirmation of the right to work in the UK, and satisfactory enhanced DBS check. This role is also subject to Police Vetting.
About us
Advance is an award-winning and innovative women-only organisation, established in 1998, providing emotional and practical support to women and girls survivors of domestic abuse and supporting women with short-term sentences to reduce offending. We believe in empowering women and girls to lead safe, non-violent, equal lives so that they can flourish and contribute to the community.
We are a community-based organisation who lead in best practice approaches to supporting women in their local community. We achieve this by being available to meet and support women in local settings and at our women’s centres, and by working in close partnership with other agencies.
Our values are to listen and support, to empower and respect, collaboration, innovation, and accountability.
About the role:
The Early Help domestic violence project aims to embed early intervention and domestic violence homicide prevention best practice into a multi-agency whole family approach response to lead to better outcomes for those involved including children. The purpose of the Early Help IDVA role is to work closely with Early Help / Family solutions and Brent Family Front Door / MASH to support women who have had Early Help intervention due to domestic violence.
The Early Help domestic violence project aims to embed early intervention and domestic violence homicide prevention best practice into a multi-agency, whole-family-approach response to lead to better outcomes for those involved, including children. The purpose of the Early Help IDVA role is to work closely with Early Help / Family solutions and Brent Family Front Door / MASH to support women who have had Early Help intervention due to domestic violence.
About You:
To be successful as the Early Help IDVA you will need the below experience and skills.
The post holder will be co-located within Brent Early Help and will help raise the team’s awareness, identification and response to those experiencing domestic violence, the post holder will jointly work with Early Help Practitioners on cases to support service users and improve partnership responses. The post holder will have an excellent understanding of domestic violence and its effects on women and children. The post holder will also have an understanding of children’s social care and care proceedings. As an experienced domestic violence advocate who has worked with complex and multiple needs, the post holder will be skilled in risk management and safety planning, remaining calm in a crisis and in handling sensitive information on a daily basis. Experience of direct work with female survivors of domestic violence, of supporting women involved with Children’s Social Services and Early Help, and of working within safeguarding procedures is essential for this post, as is the need to adopt and promote a strong partnership approach to service provision.
To be successful as the Early Help IDVA, you’ll need the below experience and skills:
§ Excellent understanding of domestic violence and its effects on women and children
§ An understanding of children’s social care and care proceedings
§ Be an experienced domestic violence advocate who has worked with complex and multiple needs
§ Skilled in risk management and safety planning, remaining calm in a crisis and in handling sensitive information on a daily basis
§ Experience of direct work with female survivors of domestic violence, of supporting women involved with Children’s Social Services and Early Help
§ Ability to adopt and promote a strong partnership approach to service provision
§ Working within safeguarding procedures is essential
How to apply:
Please submit your up to date CV along with a covering letter to the Talent email address - PLEASE WRITE THE JOB TITLE IN THE *SUBJECT*
· Closing Date for Applications: Sunday 4 August 2024 @ 23:59
· Interviews are taking place on week commencing 12 August 2024
*Advance reserves the right to close the advert early, or on the appointment of a candidate.
What we can offer you - Employee Benefits:
- A 35-hour working week
- An exceptional 30 days of paid holiday per year (pro rata for part time), PLUS public holidays on top (that's nearly 40 days paid holiday per year!)
- Additional days off to celebrate International Women’s Day, and for religious observance and moving home
- Perkbox - an employee discount platform where you can receive free rewards as well as take advantage of savings on clothes, groceries, travel, leisure and more
- Pension scheme
- Enhanced maternity/adoption provision
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
- Employee eye-care scheme
- Clinical supervision for front line staff and first line management roles
- Refer a Friend Scheme - £250 for each referral who passes probation
- Organisation wide away days
- Career development pathways
- One week’s paid dependents leave
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Under the Equality Act 2010, we are required to make any reasonable adjustments. If you have a disability as defined under this act and/or have special needs, please email the Talent Acquisition Team via the Advance website and will aim to make the necessary arrangements to accommodate your needs.
Diversity, Inclusion and Equal Opportunities
We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and actively seek to recruit people from groups underrepresented in our current team. We have policies and processes in place to ensure that all employees are offered an equal opportunity in recruitment and selection, promotion, training, pay and benefits.
Safeguarding
Advance is committed to safeguarding and creating a culture of zero-tolerance of harm and expects all staff, including volunteers to share this commitment. We believe all individuals have the right to live their life free from violence and abuse and the right to feel and be safe. We have a suite of safeguarding policies, procedures and practice guidance, accessible to all staff, which promotes safeguarding and safer working practices across all our services and activities. When we recruit staff, we follow rigorous safer recruitment practices, this involves carrying out pre-employment checks including references, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks, and identity checks. We ensure all staff undertake mandatory safeguarding training relevant to their role and responsibilities, to empower them to be competent and feel confident in recognising and responding appropriately to safeguarding issues and promote wellbeing.
Programme Manager
The Church Urban Fund is seeking a pro-active and professional Programme Manager, for a part time (21-28 hours a week), 6 month fixed term contract to cover parental leave.
The Wayfinder programme, is a Community-led homelessness prevention programme launched in 2022. It is specifically designed to help people in insecure housing or at risk of homelessness to move forward in life. The programme, run through community partners in Manchester, Leicester and Nottingham, aims to support clients would benefit from support from volunteer community mentors and/or case workers to overcome social isolation and related barriers to tenancy sustainment. It connects people with activities and opportunities in their community and provides practical support through the ups and downs of recovery from homelessness or insecure housing.
The Programme Manager will be responsible for the management, and development of the programme. This includes maintaining strong partnerships with delivery partners, funders, referral agencies, external evaluators, internal stakeholders, and support functions to maximise the positive impact of our work. They will develop and maintaining the educational content and supporting tools and support regional coordinators (managed by and embedded with our regional partners) to ensure the programme maintains its high standards while increasing its reach.
The ideal candidate will have previous experience working in poverty alleviation, preferably within the homelessness sector, or experience in a volunteer management role within a multi-agency environment and developing partnerships.
This home-based role offers flexibility but will require occasional travel to key locations including London, Nottingham, Manchester, and Leicester. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of those at risk of homelessness and have the relevant experience, we encourage you to apply.
The legal employer for this post will be the Church Urban Fund, which currently consists of The Together Network, Near Neighbours and the Just Finance Foundation as subsidiaries. CUF is an inclusive organisation with a diverse workforce, where diversity is seen as an asset to our organisation, helping us to create an inclusive, welcoming environment for all.
To apply: please send/email an up-to-date CV and covering letter outlining your relevant skills and experience, relating to the listed responsibilities and person specification no later than 9 am on Tuesday, 23rd July.
Church Urban Fund is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Salary: £29,500 (FTE) + £2,250 OTE
Reporting to: Fundraising Manager
Location: HQ in Eastleigh, Hampshire (Monday - Wednesday in the office, option to work from home Thursday and Friday). Flexible working hours.
About The Role
This is an exciting time to join African Adventures. With significant growth plans over the next few years, the Programmes Officer will oversee the planning, development and delivery of our core charitable programmes. They will work closely with our in-country teams to ensure we are directing funding to the right places in the communities we work with, and provide vital reporting information to help facilitate this. They will be the key link between the UK, Kenya, Ghana and Zanzibar, and provide regular updates on key focuses and project progress to ensure cohesion, and shared goals, across the teams.
About You
Demonstrating a passion for international development, you will have had experience working within a charity and a similar role previously. You will demonstrate a deep understanding of the logistics in planning and developing charitable programmes and have excellent communication skills. You will look forward and bring new ideas on how to further help the local communities we work in and be a champion for the African Adventures Foundation.
Primary Responsibilities
- Working closely with our in-country teams, manage the delivery of our current programmes such as ‘Food Security’ and the ‘Good Period programme’.
- Gather data and provide regular accurate reporting and updates to the Fundraising Manager.
- Liaise with our in-country teams to determine work required in our partner schools and gather quotations for this work.
- Ensure all volunteer work is appropriate for the nature of the group and costed accordingly.
- Be responsible for keeping the partner schools area of internal systems up to date (i.e. school information, planned work, wish-lists etc.)
- Provide on-going support and bring new ideas for the expansion of our programmes.
- Manage the planning and execution of larger one-off projects, such as WASH.
- Be the link between our in-country teams and our UK teams to ensure cohesion and programme goal alignment.
- Keep all African Adventures staff up to date with progress at our partner schools via email/internal newsletters, weekly team meetings, and occasional team training sessions.
- Occasional support to Fundraising Manager in other ad hoc tasks, such as grant writing and communicating with beneficiaries.
What We’re Looking For:
Skill/experience
Previous experience of working for a charity in a similar or transferable position - Essential
Currently working in, or previously held, a role with responsibility for the delivery and management of charitable programmes - Essential
Strong commitment to international development - Essential
Excellent organisational skills - Essential
Strong communicator and team player with ability to engage effectively with diverse groups of people - Essential
Excellent attention to detail - Essential
Positive, proactive attitude to problem solving - Essential
Strong IT skills, particularly 365 and CRM/booking systems - Essential
Excellent cross-culture communication skills - Essential
Passionate about international development, volunteering, travel and education - Highly desirable
Experience of working with international teams with the ability to navigate diverse cultures and ways of working - Desirable
Please note that if the number of applications for the position is particularly high, then we may decide to close the position early, so please apply as soon as possible.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Our client, a prestigious London University, is currently seeking a full time (35 hours per week) Web Editor on a fixed term basis of 12months. The role offers a hybrid working model, with 1 day per week (Tuesdays) based on-site in Central London and the rest remote, some flexibility might be needed occasionally dependent on business needs for onsite working.
Key Responsibilities for this role include:
- Working as part of the Web Content Team to maintain, develop and enhance the university's website, online prospectus, and course pages to ensure they are effective and user friendly for prospective students.
- Collaborating with multiple stakeholders to add further course specific information to the online prospectus, ensuring that all information is relevant and up to date.
- Working on projects to enhance the copy on the key recruitment pages - including editorial house style and Search Engine Optimisation (SEO).
- Undertaking day-to-day edits on the university's website, including using tools to keep the website updated in line with accessibility regulations.
To be considered for this position, you should possess:
- Previous experience in a similar role working within website editing or development, in a higher education setting, or the wider not-for-profit sector.
- Understanding of web usability, web content creation and staying up to date with the latest digital trends.
- Understanding of publishing content for SEO.
- Ability to write engaging and effective copy for publishing.
- Understanding of and ability to work to established guidelines and editorial procedures.
- Engaging communication, and organisational skills.
- Excellent IT skills, including experience using content management systems (CMS) e.g. WordPress, Drupal etc.
If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply below, and submit your CV in Word format.
As a specialist Recruitment Practice, we are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application.
Project Delivery Assistant
(England North)
£24,757 per annum (pro rata for part time hours)
(Ref: SUS4300 and 4309)
Part Time 22.5 hours per week – happy to talk flexible working
Fixed Term Contract ending 31 October 2024 (with possible extension subject to funding)
Base: Stockton Walking and Cycling Hub or Darlington
About the role
This is an exciting opportunity to join the Sustrans team as part of the Delivery and Collaborative Design team.
As the Project delivery Assistant, you will work with the Delivery Coordinator and Project officer in providing support on a variety of projects that promote active travel in communities, workplaces and educational settings. You will also support the recruitment and development of volunteers in the area.
This varied role will see you working in partnership with local authorities, community groups and schools around the region along with volunteers and third sector organisations to increase walking wheeling and cycling activities and commutes, increase levels of public health and wellbeing.
This role will require travel and work at locations as necessary to undertake projects on behalf of Sustrans.
There are two roles available based either in Stockton or Darlington. This is a fixed term contract ending 31 October 2024 (with possible extension subject to funding)
About you
You should have experience of collaborating with volunteers or volunteering with a community project.
We ask that you have effective communication skills, that you are highly self-motivated and able to engage with others. You will also need to have strong organisational skills and that you can plan and monitor workloads.
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, 28 July 2924.
Interviews will take place in via MS Teams during the week commencing 05 August 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.