Lead Manager Jobs in Leeds

Purpose of the post

Reporting to the Head of External Affairs, this is a pivotal role that is integral to demonstrating the value of health data research. You will work hand-in-hand with the Communications team and the HDR UK research community to tell the compelling story of data in health research and showcase the impact of HDR UK research programmes.

You will help deliver the institute’s communications strategy, working with colleagues to manage a range of tools and channels, including media relations, digital communications, social media, email, publications and events, to reach audiences across academia, NHS, industry, charities, as well as patients and the public.

This is a unique and exciting opportunity for an experienced science communications professional to lead and deliver communications on cutting-edge research using health data and demonstrate the tangible difference it is making to people’s lives.

We are seeking an individual with a proven track record in research communications who has successfully worked on complex, scientific projects with multiple partners. The successful candidate will share our values, have strong influencing and collaboration skills and be comfortable with working at pace, moving quickly to prioritise resources where needed. The role manages a Content and Communications Officer.

Communications at Health Data Research UK

Communications and External Affairs is a key enabler in supporting HDR UK’s mission. Our aim is to unite our audiences in the benefit of transforming the secure use of the UK’s health data in research to improve people’s lives.

Main responsibilities for the role

• Implement HDR UK’s communication strategy with a specific focus on communicating scientific and research impact.
• Horizon scan for opportunities to share research impact that demonstrates the value of health data research and the role of HDR UK in this sector.
• Lead, motivate and line manage the Content and Communication Officer, supporting their development in their role.
• Build and maintain networks with researchers across the UK involved with HDR UK research programmes, working with them to identify stories and create accessible content for our target audiences.
• Establish effective relationships and work in partnership with communication, policy and programmme teams across the institute and partners.
• Working with Patient and Public Involvement and Engagement colleagues, ensure our work across communications is shaped by patients and the public as needed.
• Work with the Director of Communications and External Affairs, project manage a branding project for HDR UK with an external agency
• Develop and deliver a new Impact Report for the institute to be launched at a stakeholder event in January
• Manage media relations at HDR UK to gain maximum positive coverage for the institute, manage reputational risk and respond effectively to media interest.
• Research, write and create engaging scientific content in the form of news stories, press releases, features, case studies, videos and podcasts.
• Provide strategic communications support and advice for senior colleagues within Health Data Research UK
• Maintain media and communications contact lists in our media monitoring system and provide updates on the latest news and media coverage.
• Commission external suppliers to support delivery of Health Data Research UK’s science communications and manage these relationships.
• Ensure projects are delivered within set budgets.
• Ensure all communication materials produced for Health Data Research UK adhere to the brand guidelines, helping to ensure the reputation of Health Data Research UK and its partners are maintained.

Knowledge, skills and experience

Experience

• Experience of creating and delivering successful scientific communications strategies and plans
• Ability to understand health research, process complex information and present targeted messages to different audiences.
• Experience in media relations or journalism in health, science, environment or related areas.
• Experience of producing high-quality content for online and offline channels.
• Experience of developing and managing traditional and innovative communications channels.
• Demonstrable experience of managing website content, including use of CMS.
• Experience of managing issues under time pressure, ensuring statements and briefing materials are prepared.
• Line management experience.
• Experience of commissioning and managing suppliers and prioritising resources.

Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate scientific content effectively and confidently with people at all levels.
• Excellent project management skills and experience with a proven track record of delivering challenging projects on deadline.
• Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to produce high quality materials.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to handle sensitive issues positively.
• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Confidence to handle high-profile media enquiries and to advise spokespeople on messages and challenging situations.
• Strong analytical skills to evaluate impact and deliver continuous improvement.

Please note, as we are a UK-based organisation, applicants must be living in, and eligible to work in, the UK. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

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

Do you have experience in driving sales and building client relationships within the pathology health sector? Do you excel in business development and have a passion for pathology innovation?

Become part of a leading organisation that offers comprehensive diagnostic services throughout the UK.

We're looking for a passionate and experienced Business Development Manager, to join a Leading Pathology Services Provider. In this role, you'll be key in maintaining and expanding our client relationships.

The Contract:
* Salary: £55-65k per annum
* Contract: Permanent
* Hours: Full-time
* Remote Role: The role is primarily remote, with requirements to attend face-to-face client meetings once a week and participate in team meetings at the London office.
* Area Coverage: You will cover areas including London, North of the Dartford Tunnel, and along the M1 corridor. Therefore, the candidate must be able to travel to these locations as part of their responsibilities.

Benefits:

* Pension Scheme: Choose between the Default Contribution Scheme (5% employee, 3% employer) and the Enhanced Contribution Scheme (4%-6% employer match).
* Financial Perks: Interest-free annual ticket loan up to £5,000 (repayable over 10 months).
* Annual Leave: 28 days per year, with the option to buy up to 5 additional days. Extra day's leave after 3 and 5 years of service.
* Company Sick Pay: Up to 140 days, increasing with service length.
* Health and Wellness: Annual health screenings at special rates and corporate gym membership discounts.
* Ride to Work Scheme: Savings on bikes and accessories, including insurance.
* Additional Support: Discounted will writing service and life cover for all permanent and fixed-term employees.

About the role:

As the Business Development Manager, you will be tasked with managing and expanding client accounts in London and the surrounding areas, focusing on sales of UK-based Pathology Services. The organisation delivers a wide range of diagnostic solutions through various facilities across the UK. Using Salesforce CRM platform, you will cultivate and maintain strong client relationships, drive sales growth, and enhance the organisation's reputation for delivering exceptional healthcare services.

Key responsibilities:
* Direct report to the National sales manager.
* Close collaboration with finance, customer support, clinical, operational, and IT teams.
* Direct engagement with account stakeholders, decision-makers, and procurement teams.

About you
* Minimum of 3 years in healthcare or pathology service sales.
* Hands-on experience with Salesforce CRM.

If you would like to find out more about this exciting opportunity please get in touch now! We would be happy to discuss the opportunity and share a more detailed job description.

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.

Role to cover North East - Cumbria & Northumberland 

Can you inspire and be inspired? Can you motivate others to deliver great customer service? Are you looking for a chance to shine? We have fantastic opportunities for progression and development and the Freedom to nurture ideas and flair within a Framework of support to develop you whilst you develop and lead a team of up to 25 stores to success.

At Barnardo's we believe in children the funds we raise in store support the most vulnerable children and Young People in the UK and now's your chance to play your part in this vital work. As well as maximising sales and profit in your area, you will take full ownership of the day to day management of your stores, you'll maximise their income and lead and inspire your team of managers.

You will have a sound retail management experience, which will ideally be from a multi-site environment; you will have shown in your experience an ability to achieve budget, revenue, cost and profit targets as well as KPI's. You will be an outstanding leader who can bring team building and organisational strengths to your team alongside ensuring that the very highest standards of presentation and customer services are upheld throughout your area – your aim will be to make your store's the best in town, for customers to visit and for your colleagues to work in.

In return you will work for one of the UK's largest charity retailers with benefits, including full training and development package, promotion prospects, pension and benefits.

Generating the money we need to make children's lives better is a truly fulfilling role so if you'd like to use your talent to make a positive difference then we would love to hear from you!

The full Job description and Person profile is available below. Please read this before applying to ensure that the job matches your skills and experience.

*As part of Barnardo's ongoing commitment to safeguarding, our retail recruitment process requires that successful candidates are asked to consent to a Basic criminal records check.

Please note due to the high volume of applications for some posts, this advert might close before the displayed closing date. We recommend that you apply for this role as soon as possible.

Eden Brown Charities is delighted to be partnering with the fantastic Sebastian's Action Trust to recruit them a Trusts, Foundations and Funding Manager.

Sebastian's Action Trust is a registered charity providing specialist holidays, alongside practical and emotional support to seriously ill children and their families. They provide support to families of life-limited and seriously ill children from diagnosis, through treatment and beyond.

The Role

As Trusts, Foundations and Funding Manager you will lead the trust and foundation funding programme at Sebastian's Action Trust. Trusts and Foundations has always been a successful income source at the Charity, and you will be responsible for applying for trusts and foundations from existing supporters as well as identifying and building a pipeline of new supporters. You will be responsible for writing compelling, innovative proposals as well as building and stewarding relationships with supporters and growing the portfolio significantly.

About you

You will be a passionate and driven individual with a good track record of writing funding applications ideally in a charity setting and you will be able to demonstrate that you have a good track record of submitting successful trusts applications.

You will be well organised with a good attention to detail and be able to work both autonomously or as part of the wider fundraising team.

This role can be fully remote and be based anywhere in the UK but may also be Hybrid based at the centre in Hampshire. If you would like to hear more about this incredible role please call Laura Iliff on 07442607841. Please note that Sebastian's Action Trust are interviewing on a rolling basis.

Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.

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The Talent Set are excited to partner with a National Children’s Charity to recruit a Senior New Business Manager, leading on Partnership Development for one of the sector’s highest performing Corporate teams.

Leading a team of 3, the successful candidate will:

• Proactively lead and manage the development of new business proposals at a 5-7 figure level in collaboration with colleagues across the charity to maximise income, support and awareness.
• Collaborate across teams and departments to ensure effective delivery of corporate partnership objectives and financial targets.
• Develop and lead a business development plan to achieve personal and team income targets.

We’re looking for candidates with the following skills and experience:

• Tangible experience of securing significant corporate partnerships at a 6-7 figure level.
• A deep understanding of the corporate fundraising sector and raising funds and awareness from a broad range of partnerships
• Experience of driving a multi-faceted New Business fundraising strategy within the charity sector.
• Experience of line managing within a target-driven environment.

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

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

Are you a creative, collaborative and forward-thinking fundraiser, who can help the National Youth Choir grow our support and share inspirational music-making with even more young people and audiences? 

The National Youth Choir is looking to appoint a Senior Development Manager. Working within our Development Team and the wider National Youth Choir community, the successful candidate will lead on our Trust, Foundation and Corporate fundraising streams, including a highly successful portfolio of established funders and identifying and developing new relationships. As part of this role you will manage the cultivation strategy to proactively inspire and engage funders, enhance their engagement with the National Youth Choir and support us to develop sustainable income streams. 

Primarily you'll have a strong track record in fundraising from Trusts and Foundations and some experience in corporate fundraising. You’ll also be confident in undertaking prospect research and tracking these through the use of a CRM system (ideally Access/ThankQ).

You may already have an interest in choral singing, music or creative opportunities for young people – or you may bring transferable expertise and ideas from a relevant field and be enthusiastic about using these to contribute to our vision and mission.

We want to be a relevant and more representative organisation. We welcome applications from all sections of the community and from across the UK, and particularly from applicants who are from groups currently underrepresented in our workforce. This includes candidates from Black, Asian and other ethnically diverse backgrounds, or who identify as D/deaf or disabled.

• Salary: £37,000 per annum
• Hours: 35 hours per week (full-time)
• Location: Flexible (national) – the post-holder can be based remotely from home, or can work from our Durham office, with travel to activities, events and meetings across the UK

Full details are available in the job pack which can be downloaded on our website. Please apply by submitting a completed application form and equal opportunities monitoring form to the specified address by 12 noon on 5 September 2024.

Individual Giving Manager (Parental leave cover role)

Are you passionate about bringing art to everyone? Do you believe in the power of digital to transform lives?

We're looking for an Individual Giving Manager to join our friendly and dedicated team to help us to achieve our fundraising ambitions across multiple channels of individual giving.

We welcome and encourage applications from candidates who are under-represented in the creative industries, particularly individuals who experience physical, mental, or social barriers to accessing the arts.

About Art UK

Art UK is an art education charity on a mission to make the art in UK public collections accessible to everyone – for enjoyment, learning and research. It enables a global audience of five million people a year to learn about the UK’s national art collection by digitising artworks and telling the stories behind the art. In addition to innovative engagement tools such as Tagger and Curations, Art UK is currently working on new initiatives including a major learning programme, making this a truly exciting time to join the organisation. Art UK is the operating name of the Public Catalogue Foundation, a charity registered in England and Wales (1096185) and in Scotland (SC048601). 

About you

You will be a confident and persuasive communicator who is completely at ease engaging with supporters and stakeholders at all levels. You will have a sound knowledge and understanding of individual giving, particularly mid-value and low-level giving. You will understand the value and importance of high-quality donor stewarding, be well-organised, and comfortable working accurately with data. Additionally, you will have experience writing compelling content on and offline. You will be full of initiative with the ability to work independently and autonomously. 

At Art UK you will be well-supported within a team focused on achieving Art UK’s fundraising goals, comprising:

• the Chief Executive, Deputy Chief Executive, Trustees and Philanthropy Board
• the Head of Development, who oversees all fundraising activities at Art UK but has a particular focus on researching and applying to grant-giving trusts and public sector bodies
• the Development Officer, who supports activities across all income streams including donor stewardship and communications, prospect research, and CRM database management 

You will promote equality and diversity in all aspects of your work – with the public, colleagues and external partners.

This is an exciting time to join Art UK's Development team, as it is going through a period of growth and change. You will be responsible for leading the development of our individual giving programme into a multi-faceted, campaigns-focused programme.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and execute an effective and sustainable individual giving plan and budget in line with the overall Art UK fundraising strategy, to grow income from new and existing donors and achieve annual targets
• Provide high-quality, tailored stewarding for new and existing supporters, ensuring they feel valued and understand the impact their contribution makes
• Lead on donor research, prospecting, cultivation and conversion activities to develop a pipeline of individual giving at all levels
• Pitch giving opportunities to prospective donors through bespoke presentations, meetings and events
• Create targeted campaigns and bespoke donor journeys
• Create compelling written content for digital and print media
• Plan and deliver fundraising and stewarding events, including attending events where possible
• Monitor campaign effectiveness and produce regular reporting on performance against targets
• Ensure donations are processed quickly and donors are thanked for their contribution
• Contribute to other areas of fundraising including small grant applications, research, and supporter communications
• Keep abreast of the latest fundraising practices, legislation and technology opportunities

Necessary skills

• Essential: Ertners
• Essential: Experience creating, implementing and evaluating fundraising strategies for individual giving
• Essential: First-class written and spoken communication skills, and the confidence to engage and work effectively with a range of people
• Essential: Experience creating successful bespoke proposals or asks for prospective donors
• Essential: Experience planning and managing fundraising events
• Essential: Experience undertaking data analysis and effectively utilising supporter data for campaign purposes
• Essential: Copywriting, proofing and editing skills
• Essential: Experience working with CRM databases to a high level of accuracy
• Essential: Excellent awareness of fundraising best practice and legislation, particularly in relation to donor data including GDPR
• Essential: Self-motivated, with exceptional time management and organisation skills
• Desirable: Experience leading on low-level giving fundraising/crowdfunding campaigns
• Desirable: Active interest in the visual arts and awareness of UK art collections
• Desirable: Experience working with a diverse range of audiences
• Desirable: Experience working on projects with a broad range of partners

Contract terms

• 0.8 FTE (4 days a week) 
• 15-month fixed-term contract, October 2024 – December 2025
• Salary £35,000 per annum pro rata
• Three-month probationary period
• One-month termination clause
• Work from home, anywhere in the UK

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave plus regional Bank Holidays (pro rata)
• Paid Christmas closure period (Christmas Day to New Year’s Day)
• Flexible working hours
• Workplace pension scheme
• Training and development opportunities
• Mental health and wellbeing support
• Above statutory paid sick leave
• Enhanced paid parental leave
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Monthly wellbeing hour
• Trained Mental Health First Aider’s
• Regular staff socials, both virtual and in-person
• Eye tests paid for up to £35, glasses subsidised up to £30

Application

Please visit our website to download the application form. To apply, please submit your completed application form by 9am on Tuesday 10 September 2024. If you are experiencing issues downloading the document or require support in completing your form, please contact us.

Forms must be sent in MS Word or a format compatible to MS Word. Please do not send PDFs. Applications sent as a PDF will not be accepted.

Interviews will be held via video call on Friday 20 September 2024. If you have not heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

As part of our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion please note that we redact some details from applications ahead of the shortlisting stage to ensure the removal of unconscious bias. Details that we redact include (but are not limited to) references to protected characteristics, names of educational institutions and indications of political affiliations.

Art UK is the operating name of the Public Catalogue Foundation, a charity registered in England and Wales (1096185) and in Scotland (SC048601). For more information, please vist Art Uk website

Research Involvement Lead

We have an exciting opportunity for a Research Involvement Lead to work closely with a friendly and knowledgeable team who are passionate about stroke research. This post includes opportunities to work with people who have a lived experience of stroke to help ensure that they can make a meaningful contribution to the stroke research that we fund.

If you would like to support stroke survivors to rebuild their lives, we want to hear from you!

This is a remote working role and applications from individuals who are seeking flexible working options, including reduced hours or job shares are welcomed.

Position: CE323 Research Involvement Lead

Location: Home-based, UK, Nationwide, however, occasional travel will be required as part of this role (may include team meetings or other work-related meetings)

Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week (flexible working available)

Salary: £37,000 per annum (inner London weighting £3,950 per annum or outer London weighting £2,100 per annum may be applied in accordance to where you live)

Contract: Permanent

Benefits: 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (this will increase with service up to 30 days, full time equivalent) cashback and discount scheme, employee assistance programme, learning and development, pension scheme, Life Assurance, Eye Care vouchers, Long Service Award, Tax-free childcare, Health Cash Plan, Working Pattern Agreement, flexible working opportunities available.

Closing Date: 13 September 2024 (midnight). We reserve the right to close these vacancies early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Interview Date: 23 September 2024

Interviews will be held via video conferencing. Please let us know if this will present any challenges when you email your application.

The Role

Reporting to the Head of Research, the Research Involvement Lead will be responsible for managing the involvement of people with lived experience of stroke in the research that we fund, ensuring that Stroke Association funded research has the people affected by stroke at its heart.

Key responsibilities will include:

· Leading the Stroke Association’s involvement in research work.

· Ensuring meaningful involvement of people affected by stroke in our funding schemes.

· Leading the development and implementation of our capability as a systems leader in involvement.

About You

You will:

· Be educated to degree level in a science subject or have relevant experience in involvement and / or relevant role in a science or healthcare field

· Have experience of working with people affected by research

To fulfil the role, you must be a resident of the UK and have the right to work in the UK.

When you click to apply, you will be able to see the full responsibilities and person specification for further information on the role.

Please submit your CV, (including details of your current address), and a supporting statement of no more than two pages, demonstrating how you meet the person specification and what you bring to the role in terms of your skills and experience. Please state any preferences for flexible options in your covering letter. Applications from individuals who are seeking flexible working options, including reduced hours or job shares are welcomed.

About the Organisation

Stroke Association. Rebuilding lives after stroke.

When stroke strikes, part of your brain shuts down. And so does a part of you. That’s because a stroke happens in the brain, the control centre for who we are and what we can do. It happens every five minutes in the UK and changes lives instantly. Recovery is tough, but with the right specialist support and a ton of courage and determination, the brain can adapt.

We believe everyone deserves to live the best life they can after stroke. And it’s a team effort to get there.

We provide specialist support, fund critical research and campaign to make sure people affected by stroke get the very best care and support to rebuild their lives.

We’re working to improve the diversity of our team.  Because we know that individuality leads to a richer experience for our people and better support for those affected by stroke.

We strongly encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. And we’re particularly looking to increase the number of applications from those with lived experience of stroke and those from under-represented communities. 

Every five minutes, stroke destroys lives. Help us rebuild them and join our team.

In 2019, we developed a bold new corporate strategy so that we can rebuild more lives after stroke and make a bigger difference to people’s lives. To help us deliver our strategy and make a real difference, we are looking to recruit talented people to a number of new roles. If you would like to support stroke survivors to rebuild their lives, we want to hear from you!

You may also have experience in areas such as Research, Researcher, Clinical Research, Scientific Research, Clinical Researcher, Scientific Researcher, Research and Involvement, Research and Involvement Lead, Research Lead, Lead Researcher.

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

Role Summary

As our Senior Strategic PR Lead, you will develop and oversee a strategy pursuing global opportunities to influence and respond to developments that strengthen ProVeg’s impact of an international food awareness organisation. Using an evidence-based approach and real-life stories you will inform, inspire, and influence a changing food system. You will position ProVeg as a pragmatic, solutions-oriented actor within the ecosystem of plant-based, fermented and cultivated food. You will work with NGOs, companies, food-service providers, startups, investors, policy advocates, the public, and many others to amplify key messages. 

We seek a dynamic, innovative leader in PR or public affairs who thrives on driving change and making a global impact. If you're passionate about shaping the future of food and have a proven track record in strategic communications, this role offers an exciting opportunity to lead ProVeg’s global narrative.Working with international colleagues, you will be a force to be reckoned with. You’ll help establish ProVeg as the go-to organisation helping the world transition to a plant-based, fermented and cultured foods system. You’ll build on our global reputation and credibility with a wide range of stakeholders.

You will develop a strategic and effective PR plan for ProVeg, and develop and oversee communications activities that promote, enhance, and protect the organisation’s charitable mission and vision. 

Job Details

• Reports to: Global CEO

• Department: INT Communications

• Direct reports: Senior PR Manager

• Closely collaborating with: Senior International Communications Manager, Digital Director (web, brand and graphic design), Chief Strategy Officer, International Director, Director of Partnerships & Institutional Engagement, Head of Philanthropy, Country Directors, internal and external colleagues. 

• Location: Remote, ideally in the UK, NL, PL, CZ, or, for exceptional candidates, potentially US (ET zone)

• Hours: 40 hour a week (36h possible) 

• Salary: dependent on experience and location, around £45-48k in the UK (based on 1FTE of 40 hours)

Responsibilities

Strategic development and implementation

• Develop and oversee an effective PR communications strategy, including business/trade press and public affairs (EU and UN advocacy), based on ProVeg’s strategic principles, impact areas and global interventions.

• Be accountable for the development, delivery, and evaluation of the organisation’s PR activities.

• Create relations with key media outlets to increase visibility and dissemination opportunities

• Develop media relations and build relationships with PR contacts to continuously grow our impact.

• Secure media opportunities for the Senior Leadership and Executive Team and the Global CEO.

• Oversee and ensure the management of positive relationships with the media and relevant change agents, and external colleagues.

• Develop and update, as needed, clear guidance (e.g., core messaging and brand narrative) for the communications team to ensure public communications are aligned with ProVeg’s organisational strategy and communications approach.

• Increase ProVeg International’s profile, particularly in broadcast media, enhance the organisation’s credibility and inspire supporters and other stakeholders through the use of engaging communications.

• Safeguard the organisation’s brand by overseeing and managing the development of crisis communications plans and advising on emerging issues and PR risks and opportunities. 

• Liaise with the Global CEO and the Senior Leadership Team on strategic communication alignment and/or adjustments, and coordinate and ensure synergies in terms of quality control, key messages, templates, strategies, etc. 

Management and leadership

• Model excellence in (remote) team management by motivating, coaching, giving, and receiving feedback, supporting and developing teams and skills, and driving innovation and creativity.

• Advise and work with colleagues across the organisation, to ensure we maximise opportunities to raise awareness, influence, and deepen engagement with our audiences in order to support a variety of objectives.

Budget and resource management and evaluation

• Manage a dedicated budget for effective reporting and forecasting.

• Produce timely and regular management information for leadership that effectively explains performance set against OKRs, KPIs and the broader strategic plan. 

Qualifications

Required:

• An excellent understanding of the plant-based and alternative protein sector and knowledge of food systems change.

• A successful track record (5+ years) in journalism (print or broadcast), marketing, or public affairs, developing and delivering strategic objectives across a range of communications channels.

• Strong track record in PR (including broadcast), marketing and/or organisational branding.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, English to native level (or C1).

• Excellent networking skills and experience in building productive relationships with key media stakeholders and influencers.

• Strong project management skills.

• Ability to juggle a varied workload, delegate effectively and contribute as a team player.

• Strong team management skills and a commitment to motivating and empowering a team remotely in order to achieve their goals.

• High level of emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills – externally and internally; ability to balance diverse interests of different teams.

• A strong understanding of, and experience of using, quantitative and qualitative evidence.

• Strong problem solving skills.

• Experience of strategy development and target setting.

• A commitment to ProVeg’s values and guiding principles.

• An instinctive ability to positively contribute to and influence the wider team.

Preferred:

• A good understanding of data protection issues, including GDPR

• Experience of visual communication methods (video, infographics, etc.)

• Understanding of the third sector.

• International experience.

• Understanding and/or experience of policy processes and advocacy.

Benefits of working with us

• A strong organisational focus on personal development, with a designated training budget.

• Provision of a work laptop.

• Flexible, trust-based working arrangements and home-office arrangements.

• Career-development support.

• Mindfulness programme - free Headspace account

• We are a workplace that encourages everyone to bring their whole selves to work. We are an inclusive workplace for our diverse employees around the world.

• And, last but not least, become part of a great team and work with us towards a world where everyone chooses delicious and healthy food that is good for all humans, animals, and our planet!

When?

Application deadline: 27 September 2024

Start: November 2024 (or sooner if possible)

Further information

Our Application Procedure

Submit your application and motivation letter and outline how you meet the role and person specification in no more than 2 pages, and please attach your CV.

The recruitment process includes: 

• Online Cognitive Aptitude Test and a Personality Test.

• A first online interview with the People & Culture team.

• Online trial task.

• A second interview with the hiring manager.

• The final decision may require an additional interview, usually with Senior Management.

Purpose of the post

Working within the Legal, Trust and Ethics team, the PPIE Manager will play a crucial role in advancing HDR UK’s mission to build trust and confidence in health data research among patients, public, practitioners, and other key stakeholders. Central to this mission is the active involvement of patients and the public in shaping our work and decision-making processes, ensuring that their voices are integral to our efforts.

The successful candidate will support HDR UK’s Public Advisory Board and coordinate their collaboration with different teams across the Institute. In addition, they will support other advisory groups essential to delivering our PPIE strategy. They will also be willing to support activities and events led by PPIE colleagues and feel comfortable leading multiple projects at a pace in a complex organisation and interested in trialling, developing, and delivering innovative approaches to PPIE.

Reporting to the Head of Public Involvement and Engagement, the PPIE Manager will be instrumental in building partnerships with patients, public communities, and practitioners. They will also support HDR UK’s key initiatives, including our newly established Brain Health partnership involving organisations such as the UK Dementia Research Institute (UK DRI), Dementia Platform UK (DPUK), and the Alzheimer’s Disease Data Initiative (ADDI).

This position is an exciting opportunity for someone dedicated to integrating public perspectives into all stages of our work, influencing our initiatives across the UK and beyond.

Main responsibilities

• Support the implementation of the 2024-2025 HDR UK PPIE strategy, including for the Brain Health initiative, working closely with PPIE colleagues and ensuring alignment with HDR UK strategic objectives.
• Encourage the involvement and engagement of relevant patients and the public in our initiatives, integrating their perspectives on value and PPIE approaches.
• Develop strategies for building the public voice into the initiative priorities, products, and services, adhering to UK Standards for Public Involvement and good practices set by the Public Engagement in Data Research Initiative (PEDRI).
• Ensure equality, diversity, and inclusion considerations in PPIE methods and communication channels.
• Build and maintain relationships with teams across HDR UK and with partner organisations, fostering collaboration and teamwork.  
• Guide and support staff members in creating meaningful and innovative PPIE approaches including in the brain health field and liaise with colleagues across the Institute to increase visibility of  PPIE activities through various channels (e.g., website updates, conferences, festivals, peer-reviewed journals, and other dissemination methods).
• Plan and oversee PPIE activities, such as focus groups, workshops, webinar, public events, and surveys.
• Create and monitor systems to evaluate and demonstrate the impact of PPIE efforts.
• Assist the Brain Health team in identifying and pursuing new collaborative opportunities that enhance the PPIE aspect of this initiative.
• Report on patient/public’s experience of involvement/engagement, striving to improve responses through communications that reflect HDR UK’s brand and values.
• Provide briefings and share good practices within HDR UK, highlighting examples that could positively influence the organisation’s work.
• Share findings and insights through peer-reviewed publications and other dissemination channels.
• Collaborate with the HDR UK PPIE Central team to develop a training programme aimed at upskilling staff in PPIE approaches.
• Act as an internal and external ambassador for PPIE to position HDR UK as a leader in this area of work.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

Experience

• Experience of developing, implementing, and evaluating PPIE strategies and methodologies.
• Demonstrable examples of successfully using innovative approaches for PPIE.
• Experience of promoting the need and value of PPIE to a wide range of stakeholders, building relationships and acting as an advocate.

Skills

• Ability to work autonomously and make decisions without supervision.
• Effective leadership skills with the ability to motivate and support a team.
• Influencing and coaching skills.
• Excellent relationship building and networking skills to build collaborative partnerships.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to handle sensitive issues positively.
• Strong analytic skills with the ability to frame problems and solutions in a logical manner.
• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Evidence of ability to meet tight and challenging deadlines.
• Ability to prioritise a wide range of demands.
• Resilience and adaptability.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively and confidently with people at all levels.
• Ability to work with complex scientific content, to explain concepts without technical jargon.

Knowledge

• Understanding of PPIE in an academic/research/healthcare environment and an interest in and awareness of the science, data, technology, and medicine sector.
• Knowledge of the public sensitivities of using data for research.

Please note, as we are a UK-based organisation, applicants must be living in, and eligible to work in, the UK. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

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

Role Summary

ProVeg International works to normalise and advance the protein transition and adoption of plant-rich diets through influencing the food industry, with the end goal of transforming the food selection in supermarkets and on menus to be more in line with healthy, sustainable diets.

Working closely with the Director of Partnerships and Institutional Engagement, you will build a strategy to encourage pre-competitive collaboration between food companies to drive forward progress on the protein transition. You will be responsible for cultivating relationships with UK food companies (particularly retailers and foodservice providers), positioning ProVeg as a trusted partner, strategy adviser and solutions provider on healthy, sustainable diets and protein diversification. You will also own and maintain our International Corporate Engagement toolkit, and provide corporate engagement support to the ProVeg network as needed (e.g., planning and running events and webinars).

With a thorough understanding of how food businesses operate, and a demonstrable background in effecting change within the food industry, you’ll be an experienced relationship builder, a driven and enthusiastic self-starter, and an excellent project manager.

Job Details

Job title: Senior Corporate Engagement Manager
Reporting to: Director of Partnerships and Institutional Engagement
Direct reports: None
Location: Remote (home-based), UK
Hours: 32 - 40 hours per week
Salary: Depending on experience, between £43-46,000 (based on 40 hour/week)

 

Responsibilities

• Lead international corporate engagement, with a particular focus on retail and foodservice providers.
• Work closely with the Director of Partnerships and Institutional Engagement, develop a creative 3-year international corporate engagement strategy and draft annual and quarterly objectives and key results.
• Plan and run corporate engagements events (e.g., roundtables, webinars) in collaboration with internal departments and external partners.
• Develop and maintain relationships with UK food companies.
• Identify where ProVeg can add value to existing coalitions and programmes focused on the protein transition.
• Represent ProVeg International at B2B events focused on healthy, sustainable diets, food systems transformation, and protein transition.
• Manage communications with corporate partners and stakeholders, working closely with the B2B comms lead.
• Contribute to bids for funding (corporate, institutional) led by the International and UK Development teams.
• Work closely with the research team, contribute to insight generation (surveys, reports, etc.) for corporate engagement activities.
• Work with the Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning and Research team to develop tools and assessments to monitor the UK and international protein transition progress against objectives.
• Keep an eye on relevant food policy and regulations, together with the UK and EU Policy Managers, and incorporate advice and actions into the Corporate Engagement strategy.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience working in or with the food industry.
• A track record of working to bring about change within food businesses.
• Experience organising and facilitating engaging and impactful online and in-person events for food companies.
• Excellent project management and organisational skills with the ability to lead and work collaboratively.
• Significant experience in developing and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships.
• Strategic and impact-driven.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including effective listening, influencing and negotiation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including confident demeanour and experience in engaging with a diverse range of food industry stakeholders. 
• Willingness to travel nationally, and within Europe where required (estimated once every 1-2 months).
• Passion for and commitment to ProVeg's mission.

Preferred:

• Existing network within the UK food industry.
• Previous experience of facilitating pre-competitive collaboration between food companies.
• Direct experience of advising companies on sustainability and/or nutrition, and knowledge and understanding of the plant-based food sector.

Benefits of working with us

• A strong organisational focus on personal development, with a designated training budget.
• Provision of a work laptop.
• Flexible, trust-based working arrangements and home-office arrangements.
• Career development support.
• Mindfulness programme - free Headspace account.
• We are a workplace that encourages everyone to bring their whole selves to work. We are an inclusive workplace for our diverse employees around the world.
• And, last but not least, become part of a great team and work with us towards a world where everyone chooses delicious and healthy food that is good for all humans, animals, and our planet!

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

We want a different society than the one we live in now. Our mission for the next five years is to close the gap in the number of people missing out on what they need at the end-of-life, through 3 ways:
- Growing and transforming our direct care and support
- Delivering more practical information and support
- Leading in shaping the end-of-life experience

We have two exciting opportunities to join our National Events Fundraising Team. This team looks after all our fundraising events from Fundraising My Way and Virtual Challenges, to the London Marathon, Treks and Swimathon. The team provides a wide range of activities that our supporters can engage with, managing the product life cycle from strategy to marketing and stewardship, to evaluation and analysis.

We are a passionate, fun and inclusive team based across the UK. We offer the chance to work in a creative and innovative team where you will join our mission to deliver an unrivalled supporter experience while increasing participation and income.

Your role in our mission…
We're looking for individuals experienced in product management within a Fundraising environment. We have two roles available:
- One role will be responsible for our Supporter Led portfolio, working cross-organisationally to create and deliver products for our key audiences year-round and strive towards our ambitious growth targets.
- One role responsible for our Social Fundraising products, working across Meta channels to offer varied, accessible challenges to engage new audiences and build our ongoing social fundraising strategy, focusing on acquisition and growth.

As the product expert, you will gain multiple stakeholders buy-in, create, and own each product strategy and budget and be the charity wide point of contact for the product and be accountable for recruitment and stewardship of participants. We're looking for someone who is passionate about supporter care, can manage multi-channel marketing campaigns and can deliver excellent product/project management in an event fundraising setting.

Additional Criteria for Success:
- Demonstrable experience within fundraising (or other income generating/product development function), particularly with experience of community, event or digital fundraising.
- Excellent stakeholder management skills and ability to work effectively in large and complex cross- functional teams
- Proven Project Management skills
- Excellent knowledge of Marketing campaigns, tools and techniques
- Strong product management experience as well as analytical skills, and market awareness will be essential to ensure that product strategies are grounded in data and evidence.

Contract: Permanent
Salary: £34,500 - £38,324
Location: Home based. This role can be based anywhere in the United Kingdom.

Application & Interview Process
* As part of your online application please submit your CV plus a cover letter outlining your interest in/suitability for the role.
* Close date for applications: Sun 1st September 2024
* Interviews will commence w/c 9th September

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

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

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

We're happy to accommodate any requests for reasonable adjustments. Please email any requests to [email protected]

Hours: 18 hours per week

Home based within North or East Scotland - travel required within with area and occasional travel out of area including 121's and staff conferences (this role requires the post-holder to hold a valid driving license and have access to a car)

Ensuring the delivery of The Trussell Trust’s vision to end the need for food banks in the UK by developing an in-depth understanding of Trussell Trust food banks in their area and using coaching and assist to build and hold productive relationships to:

· Develop and execute a strategic plan for reducing the need for food banks’ services locally.

· Work alongside local partners to increase public will for long-term solutions to end the need for food banks.

· Develop and manage strategic relationships with key stakeholders to assist evidenced-based policy change at a local level and feed into activity to drive policy and practice at UK wide and national levels.

Role responsibilities 

· Assisting trustees, staff and volunteers within food banks to develop their plans to end the need for their services locally through the strategic key areas of operations, volunteering, data, participation, church engagement, governance and stability, financial inclusion, stakeholder engagement, local influencing, referral pathways and signposting.

· Assist food banks to operate in a safe, legal and dignified manner (through calls, visits, training, meeting facilitation and our risk management and self-assessment processes) and assist the facilitation of good practice within the network and wider organisation (through cluster meetings, regional forums, road shows, webinars, peer support and internal meetings).

· Contribute to the development and promotion of support available to food banks through the Trussell Trust (including use of the digital hub, toolkits, partnerships and expert advice) and assist food banks with grant application processes, as required. 

· Develop and manage positive relationships with relevant external stakeholders, including local councils and anti-poverty networks, to ensure the Trussell Trust vision is understood and able to influence local decisions, whilst supporting and empowering food banks to foster these relationships locally.

· Work with food banks to ensure that local churches (including church leaders) are connected to and have an understanding of the importance of ending the need for food banks in local communities.

· Support the development, and lead on aspects of delivery, of projects with food banks and external partners that contribute to ending the need for food banks.

· Ensure the voice of our network is heard throughout the organisation through reporting, information sharing and participation in additional working groups and projects.

Person Specification 

Technical skills and minimum knowledge: 

· Competent and efficient use of IT, particularly the main Microsoft Office programmes. Previous experience of Salesforce or similar CRM system is desirable.

· Experience of working innovatively and creatively. 

· Experience of complex problem solving and responding to crisis situations. 

· Strong organisational skills and experience of managing competing priorities within challenging timescales.  

· An appreciation and understanding of the significance of Christian faith within our food bank network, and the ability to build effective relationships in contexts where Christian faith plays a major part, and in which people of all faiths and none collaborate to make a difference together. Food banks in our network are typically governed by or run in partnership with local churches from across a wide range of denominations and traditions.