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We’re Breast Cancer Now, the research and support charity. We’re the place to turn to for anything and everything to do with breast cancer. However you’re experiencing breast cancer, we’re here.
The brightest minds in breast cancer research are here. Making life-saving research happen in labs across the UK and Ireland. Support services, trustworthy breast cancer information and specialist nurses are here. Ready to support you whenever you need it. Dedicated campaigners are here. Fighting for the best possible treatment, services and care for anyone affected by breast cancer.
About the role
If you enjoy being part of a team that works to execute exciting campaigns, contribute to the marketing and retention of valued supporters, and ultimately raise money for a great cause – then we’d love to hear from you.
This role is focussed on the effective delivery of our fundraising campaign, Afternoon Tea. Along with the mass participation team, this role will play a key part in the planning and execution of campaigns that reach thousands of people and raise millions of pounds each year.
You’ll be responsible for building long-lasting relationships with our valued supporters, accurate delivery of processes, assisting in the design and creation of fundraising materials and working across teams to deliver a high-quality fundraising product.
We’re looking for a passionate, efficient and creative executive who is ready to help and who’s keen to be part of a fun and energetic team.
About you
This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills in the world of mass participation fundraising, project management and the charity sector. To do this you’ll have an understanding of mass participation fundraising with excellent multi-tasking skills and attention to detail. Helpful and collaborative in your approach, an interest in relationship fundraising is essential.
As well as your keen interest in project management and relationship-building, this role will allow you to hone your excellent planning and time management skills as you’ll lead on several projects from start to finish.
Job description and benefits
Please download the job description and our attractive benefits package.
Primary location of role and hybrid working
This role is primarily based in our London office. Our hybrid working model allows you to work up to 3 days per week at home.
When applying
We hope you choose to apply for this role. To support your application, you’ll be asked to submit your anonymised CV and a supporting statement. Please refer to the essential criteria on the person specification and clearly provide as much information as you can with examples, to demonstrate how and where you meet the criteria. If you’ve any immediate questions please contact Breast Cancer Now recuitment.
Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion
We’re committed to promoting equity, valuing diversity and creating an inclusive environment – for everyone who works for us, works with us, supports us and who we support.
Closing date 9am on Monday 20 January 2025
Interviews Week commencing 27 January 2025
Teignbridge CVS is recruiting to replace our current Chief Officer who is leaving us later this year. We are seeking an experienced, bold and inspiring leader to take the organisation into the future. This is an exciting opportunity to continue and further the work of the CVS to support and empower the many voluntary sector organisations and community projects across Teignbridge and wider South Devon that provide valued services and bring positive change within and across those communities.
In this role you will operate at both strategic and operational level, responsible for leading and providing strategic direction to our staff team who are committed to ensuring our voluntary and community sector has the resources and voice it needs, and to our project staff who act as brokers between public services and community projects from within a range of multi-agency settings.
All the information you need is available in our Recruitment Pack on our website
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
You’ll have an active role providing LGBTQ+ affirmative support for LGBTQ+ children and young people.
This is an exciting job opportunity to join a dynamic and committed team in a front-line role to support and deliver the activities and services of elop’s LGBTQ+ Children & Young People’s Service.This role offers great opportunity to work innovatively and responsively to support the genuine needs of LGBTQ+ young people.
In this role you will have opportunity to design and deliver innovative youth group support programmes (12-15, 15-18 & 18-25 year olds) & other activities; provide LGBTQ+ affirmative support, guidance and mentoring on a one-to-one basis; work with our wider family work programme, support families with LGBTQ+ children and deliver work in schools to students & teaching staff. You will support the delivery of the youth reference group of young LGBTQ+ people (to support service evaluation and development) and support volunteer mentors.
You will be responsible for the direct delivery of elop’s LGBTQ+ Young Peoples Service, including promotion, & administration, along with the induction, support & supervision of volunteers and interns. You will work alongside the wider staff team to support elop’s work with LGBTQ+ young people and contribute to sustainable service development.
The delivery of group support and activities will take place in person, but some work will initially be remote before returning to full time in person working.
Full Time: 37 hours per week
There will be two regular evening/ week and occasional weekend working required.
You must be available to work Tuesday and Thursday evenings & once a month on a Sunday afternoon. There will be occasional other evenings / weekend working required.
Interviews will take place Friday 24 January 2025 between 9.15am – 3.00 pm
ELOP is a holistic lesbian and gay centre that offers a range of social, emotional and support services to LGBT communities, and our core services
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We're looking for a Compliance Officer to join our Property Services Team service located at our Head Office in Islington.
£30,000.00 per annum, working 35 hours per week. Benefits include 25 days Annual Leave, pension schemes, staff discounts, healthcare and career progression.
Want to feel valued? You'll feel at home here.
This post provides support to the compliance team with the administration of compliance activities in Look Ahead and third-party landlord properties. Compliance covers areas such as Fire Safety, Asbestos, Legionella, Electrical Safety, Gas Safety and Lifts insurance inspections.
This post will maintain systems and contracts and works closely with contractors, landlords and colleagues within the asset management and central services teams.
The focus is to administer the delivery of a high-quality service that ensures:
All properties are fully compliant with all statutory and regulatory requirements and Approved Codes of Practice.
The management of incoming compliance documents, including initial Quality Assessment and uploading onto the appropriate systems.
The monitoring of compliance activities in landlord properties, working in partnership with all landlords and stakeholders.
To monitor all necessary actions and recommendations to ensure compliance in line with Look Ahead policies and procedures.
All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship.
What you'll do:
Operational
First point of contact for all areas of compliance.
Ensure all compliance is completed in line with Look Ahead policies and procedures in compliance with Health and Safety legislation and regulatory requirements.
Be responsible for the data management of incoming compliance documents, including initial QA (for accuracy and suitability) and uploading onto the appropriate systems.
Maintain accurate compliance records and update IT systems from the activities of the compliance service.
Produce KPI's on a weekly basis for the management compliance meetings.
To co-ordinate the activities of contractors, consultants and staff relating to access and corresponding with customers.
To undertake relevant monitoring tasks as required to support the team in its partnership working with other landlords.
Conduct site meetings with Look Ahead staff, contractors, and landlords.
Support and cover compliance colleagues when they are unavailable.
Contract Management
Deliver contract administration on asbestos, legionella, fire, electrical, gas and lift contracts (planned testing, inspection and servicing, responsive repairs and improvement works).
Make visits to site to monitor contractor performance against key performance indicators.
Provide day-to-day contact for all relevant contractors and work with them to ensure the correct planning and programming of compliance services.
Contributing to contract management meetings and supporting as required.
For the full list please see our website.
About you:
Good verbal and written communication skills
Is fundamentally calm and resilient, does not let emotion adversely affect them or obscure their judgement.
Has a practical and logical mind and is naturally well organised.
Thrives on change and enjoys dynamic diverse environments.
Is confident with high levels of self-esteem.
Is respectful, articulate, and sensitive in style of communication.
Is motivated towards excellence and improvement of personal performance with a can do attitude.
What you'll bring:
Essential:
Good working knowledge of all areas of Compliance.
Strong IT skills particularly in MS Word and Excel.
Knowledge of housing - related regulatory and compliance requirements.
Experience in escalating concerns and following through to completion.
Desirable:
Knowledge and experience in a housing and/or support environment
Knowledge and experience with compliance systems and software, such as True Compliance.
About us:
Look Ahead is a leading, not-for-profit care and support provider in London and the South East. Our vision is to build better lives through social care and housing in local communities. As an organisation we deliver over 120 services, providing support to around 6000 customers each year. Our mission is to co-design and deliver services that offer innovative social care solutions and support people to thrive. We work across mental health, homelessness, young people and learning disabilities so there are plenty of opportunities to grow and progress your career with us.
We have a strong social purpose and we live and work by our values:
We focus on Excellence and innovation.
We are Caring and Compassionate.
We are Inclusive and Trusted.
We work in Partnership and are One-Team.
Look Ahead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment.
If your application for this role is unsuccessful, but we feel that you would be suitable for another role, we may contact you to discuss alternative opportunities. If this occurs you would not need to submit another application for the alternative role.
We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date.
We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with Silver in the Inclusive Employers Standard 2021. We are a proud member of the Employers Domestic Abuse Covenant and encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants of all backgrounds.
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a highly organised Executive and Governance Support Officer to join Concern Worldwide (UK) on a full time permanent basis.
About us
Concern Worldwide is a non-governmental, international humanitarian organisation dedicated to the reduction of suffering and working towards the ultimate elimination of extreme poverty in the world’s poorest countries. Our mission is to transform the lives of people living in extreme poverty. We work with 25 million people each year, in some of the hardest to reach and most fragile places. Places prone to conflict, natural disasters, climate change and extreme hunger.
About the Role
Would you enjoy working in a fast paced environment coordinating projects and work flow to support Concern UK’s leadership in their delivery of strategic goals? We are looking for someone who has the ability to build relationships with our Senior Management Team in the UK and Dublin offices, with our Board of Trustees and amongst staff.
You will come with a proven skillset in your ability to organise, manage and prioritise work, maintaining confidentiality at all times with a strong command of written and verbal English together with excellent skills across the Microsoft Suite. If this role resonates with you, we look forward to receiving your application.
Previous experience in a similar role in the charity sector is desirable together with governance experience and an interest in international development and humanitarian response.
About You:
The ideal candidate will have proven experience preparing agendas, preparing papers and reports, minute taking, action follow ups. You will independently prioritise and plan a busy workload and have excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate with a wide range of people and build strong internal and external working relationships. You will have excellent written English and the ability to produce accurate work to a high standard and pay attention to detail. The successful post holder will be proactive and demonstrated understanding of the importance of maintaining confidentiality at all times.
Main duties & Responsibilities:
Executive Assistant to the Executive Director
- Provide effective diary support & inbox management for the Executive Director
- Ensure the Executive Director is well prepared and able to execute their role effectively through support on briefings
- Prepare expense claims for the Executive Director
Trustee Liaison
- In conjunction with the Executive Director, coordinate meetings for the Board, Audit and Finance Committee, Fundraising Committee, and Governance and Nomination Committee.
- In conjunction with Director Northern Ireland, coordinate CNI Board meetings
- Take responsibility for Trustee communications including the preparation, editing and dispatch of Board Papers, production of meeting minutes and recording action points. Produce and maintain rolling agendas.
- Track and update actions on governance issues for both Boards, i.e. signing of documents and declarations, producing letters of appointment, preparing Board papers on Trustee Issues and keeping the website updated.
- Control of Trustee information regarding GDPR and compliance standards
- Responsible for personal data collection and support for recruitment and induction process for new Trustees
Support to SMT and ELT
- Co-ordinate SMT meetings; produce and update rolling agenda, prepare monthly agendas, circulate papers, coordinate presentations and maintain action logs.
- Ensure the availability of clear and accurate minutes of Board, SMT, ELT and other meetings where relevant. Ensure they are properly approved and filed.
- Coordinate Board and SMT Away Days
- Monitor and remind ED and SMT of key moments, deadlines and important tasks.
- Assist with collating information, editing and preparation of papers and presentations.
- Organise UK and international travel arrangements for SMT and board members on request.
- Prepare expense claims for Trustees.
Executive Support for the Organisation
- In consultation with the ELT, coordinate the timetable and logistics for all staff briefings.
- On an ad hoc basis, support SMT members in organising events and consultancies.
- On an ad hoc basis, support cross-organisational projects led by SMT members including documentation, planning and organising.
- Support the Compliance Officer with approved and final policies and other documents.
- Management London Info e-mail inbox
About our office:
Concern is currently trialling a hybrid model. Staff are expected to come into their base office once per week or the monthly equivalent i.e. 4 times per month. Staff are also able to flex their start and finish times between the hours of 7am to 7pm daily.
Please upload your CV and cover letter by 12th January 2025.
All candidates who are short-listed for an interview will be notified via email after the application deadline.
Candidates must be legally entitled to work in the UK at the time of application.
Concern reserves the right to close this role before the deadline.
The successful post holder will be required to complete a criminal records self-declaration form and complete a basic DBS check.
Location: London / Hybrid
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Full time
Salary: £37,602 - £41,780
You may also have experience in the following: : Executive Assistant; Executive Coordinator; Executive Office Manager; Executive office coordinator, Project Management, Partnerships; Engagement, Personal Assistant Project Support, Project Assistant, Project Coordinator, Project Administrator, Project Management, Business support Admin, Project Compliance, Trustee support, Trustee Liaison, Business Support Officer, Operations Coordinator, Senior Executive Assistant, Executive Support
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About the Organisation
Womankind Worldwide is a global women’s rights organisation working in partnership with women’s rights movements and organisations to transform the lives of women and girls. We strengthen and support women’s movements in our focus countries in Africa and Asia, and take collective action at regional and global levels, to ensure women’s voices are heard, their rights are realised, and their lives are free from violence.
Currently, Womankind has staff based in Kenya and the UK; and this position can be located in Kenya or the UK. You must have the right to work in either Kenya or the UK to apply for this role, in line with the laws and regulations of these countries.
Who we are looking for
You will have a collaborative and hands on mindset and commitment to feminism, anti-racism and social justice. You will be joining a dedicated team of people who care deeply about the difference we are able to make, working with women’s movements across the world. You will find more information about Womankind on our website.
Role Purpose
The Director Programmes & Learning (DPL) leads the strategic development, implementation, quality assurance and technical learning for Womankind’s portfolio of partnership programmes including grant making in our focus countries, in line with our organisational strategy - Our Feminist Future.
As a member of the senior management team the DPL works closely with the Director Policy & Communications, Director Fundraising & Marketing and Director Finance & Resources, under the leadership of the co-CEOs to contribute to the overall leadership and strategic direction of the organisation.
Responsibilities
- Strategic leadership
- To work with the leadership team on strategic level policy, planning and systems development in relation to Womankind’s programmes, partnerships, financing, learning and sustainability.
- To lead the development and delivery of an effective feminist partnerships sub- strategy, aligned with organisational strategy.
- Lead the development of and manage the annual budget, and mid-year forecasts for the Programmes & Learning team including oversight of restricted and designated expenditure.
- Engage with Womankind partners in our focus countries to ensure our programmes and grantmaking are grounded in in their realities and contexts.
- Work with the SMT to ensure a strategic, planned, effective and integrated approach across Womankind’s work.
- As an SMT member engage with and report on performance against programmes and grantmaking plans to the Board of Trustees.
2. Organisational and team leadership
- Lead, manage, support and develop the Programmes & Learning team, in a hybrid/flexible working environment in line with our feminist values and ways of working, our wellbeing strategy and strategic goal to value our team.
- Ensure team members have relevant skills and knowledge and share learning across the organisation.
- Support timely and effective planning and decision-making at staff, SMT and Board levels.
- Play a key role in rolling out Womankind’s strategy through planning and implementation in the functional areas you lead.
- Represent the Programmes & Learning team and contribute towards the leadership and strategic direction of Womankind as a member of the SMT.
3. Design and implement projects, programmes and Flexible Funding initiatives
- Work with the Programmes & Learning team to motivate and support the design and delivery of small, medium and large partnership projects and programmes.
- Work with the Fundraising & Marketing team on major funding applications, including undertaking technical review and sign off. This includes input into the development portfolio and emerging plans in cooperation with the Fundraising & Marketing team to support their work to match funding opportunities with Womankind and partner priorities.
- Responsible for overall program management of key Womankind programmes/projects ensuring donor and internal compliance and technical quality assurance.
- Take principal responsibility for the delivery of results from programmes and grantmaking within the Programmes & Learning team portfolio.
- Lead and provide oversight for the Movement Strengthening Fund and Strategic Partner Support Grants to ensure that they remain relevant and responsive to partner needs. In addition, ensure that grantmaking implementation is informed by the best practices of flexible funding, shifting power and decolonisation approaches.
- Work with the Policy & Communications team to provide strategic and practical input on projects and programmes where relevant and appropriate.
- To work with SMT colleagues on compliance with quality assurance processes with regard to management of the programmes portfolio.
4. Communications, representation, networking and profile building
- Identify and engage in opportunities to further develop Womankind’s reputation and profile in relation to programmes and partnerships approach.
- Represent Womankind to external audiences, including meetings with policy and decision-makers, academics, donors, journalists and peers at national and international levels.
- Participate in UK-based and international NGO and women's movement networks and to develop, cultivate and maintain strong relationships.
- Act as a key spokesperson for Womankind.
5. Learning, monitoring and evaluation
- Ensure development and maintenance of appropriate monitoring, evaluation, dissemination and learning processes and resources for Womankind’s programmes, partnerships and grantmaking work.
- Work closely with colleagues to facilitate the exchange and sharing of learning with partners, peers and other stakeholders.
- Lead, motivate and support development of new ideas and innovative initiatives in feminist approaches to evidence building.
- Measure and report regularly on performance against strategic and operational plans to the co-CEOs and Board of Trustees.
Values and Behaviours
The ideal candidate must be committed to the mission, vision, values and aims of Womankind Worldwide as it works towards a feminist workplace which is fit for the future and o supports our staff equitably across our locations.
All posts are expected to contribute towards developing a supportive working environment, to demonstrate a commitment to inclusion, professionalism and respect, transparency and accountability and to uphold quality standards as outlined in policies and procedures, and in compliance with Womankind Worldwide’s 2030 Strategy.
Reporting Structure
Line management responsibility for five team members: Impact and Learning Advisor; Program Manager: Movement and Network Strengthening; Advisor/Advocate: Afghanistan; Program Manager: Innovation & Partnerships; and Program Manager: AWESOME
Reports to Co-CEOs
Key relationships
Internal
- Works closely with Senior Management Team colleagues
- Works across Womankind’s staff and Board of Trustees as part of our cross-team approach
External
- Diverse Women’s Rights Organisations and feminist movements
- Civil Society Organisations and networks
- UN Agencies
- Institutional Donors
Person Specification
Essential Experience and Skills
- Established feminist leader with experience of working with women’s rights organisations and feminist movements, human rights and international development networks or coalitions in the UK and internationally, including demonstrable commitment to feminist analysis and practice.
- Extensive experience of leading and delivering large scale, strategic, complex and high impact transformational policy and programmes initiatives for the promotion of women’s human rights and gender equality.
- Experience of leading development, managing and implementing an organisational programmes and partnerships portfolio.
- Experience of securing funding from international statutory and institutional funders and large trusts and foundations.
- Experience of development and implementation of grantmaking strategies, with particular focus on flexible funding.
- Direct experience of living in, and/or working with women’s rights organisations, women’s movements and civil society organisations in the majority world including in Africa and/or South Asia.
- Experience of working successfully with a range of partners, including women’s rights organisations, INGOs, consultants, academic institutions, think tanks, government departments and other potential allies.
- Demonstrable experience of project design and management and of working with multi-disciplinary teams on programmes and grantmaking.
- Significant experience of managing, developing and motivating a team within a remote/hybrid working environment including strong people management skills, supporting staff wellbeing and performance management.
- Strong understanding of funding landscape for WROs and feminist movements specifically quality funding and grant making.
- Experience of working within a Senior Management Team, operating at Board level.
Essential skills
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills (written, verbal and public speaking).
- Financial management, including programme and organisational budgeting and financial reporting.
Essential Knowledge
- A strong understanding of women’s rights movements, the international development and gender and development sectors.
- Politically sensitive, able to recognise, influence and manage communication of sensitive issues.
Other Essential Attributes
- Ability and willingness to travel in Womankind’s focus countries and regions, and in the UK and internationally, estimated between 4 and 6 weeks per year.
Terms and Conditions
Hours: Full-time and Part time considered
Grade: 2
Contract: Permanent
Probationary period: 6 months
How to apply
We actively encourage applications from minority and marginalised groups, including people from the global majority, Deaf and disabled people, members of the LGBTQ+ community and people with experience of supporting women’s rights and/or stand in solidarity with our values, mission and vision.
Due to the high volume of applications, we receive, we regret we will not be able to respond personally to applicants who are not short-listed. If you have not heard from us within three weeks from the closing date, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Deadline for applications: 24th January 2025
1st round interviews: w/c 13th February 2025
2nd round interviews: w/c 27th February 2025
Impact & Evaluation Officer
Hours of work: Part time (0.5 of full time – 17.5 hours a week) post with occasional weekend and evening work and overnight stays.
Salary: £27,000 (FTE) (this is a part-time role and the salary will be pro-rated)
About Re-engage
Re-engage is a charity that is positive about older age and committed to fighting loneliness so that people can have social lives and friendship groups however old they are. We inspire and enable meaningful connections and shared experiences within communities across the UK for people over 75 facing loneliness and social isolation.
Our volunteers work together to create better communities and help to enrich the lives of our members by giving them something to look forward to. Older people who may have felt very alone now feel valued as individuals, continue to form friendships, and have groups that give support. We make sure that people know they are important well into their old age.
Respectful, determined, warm, pioneering, and local: we are Re-engage and we are bringing generations together.
Our vision is a world where no one is ever too old to make friends and enjoy social interaction.
Our mission is to work within communities to end social isolation and loneliness in older people.
Role purpose
In this role you’d be supporting the Head of Impact and working alongside the policy and impact officer to deliver our impact and evaluation activities. This includes delivering our monitoring, evaluation and learning framework; conducting bespoke research; working directly with beneficiaries and volunteers; and using technology to demonstrate and communicate the impact Re-engage has on the lives of older people experiencing loneliness and social isolation.
Re-engage is committed to learning and development and to flexibility and will provide all necessary training for the right candidate.
Main tasks and responsibilities:
- Support the administration and ongoing development of our regular monitoring, evaluation and learning activities, including monthly, quarterly and annual reporting
- Administer the routine capture of impact and evaluation data, using our systems and CRM database, ensuring the accurate recording of data in line with GDPR guidelines and best practice
- Conduct a range of evaluations using both quantitative and qualitative methods including online, telephone and paper surveys, interviews and focus groups
- Analyse and prepare impact and evaluation data for teams across the organisation, including our fundraising, communications, service delivery, engagement and senior management teams
- Maintain and support the development of impact and evaluation digital content on the organisations intranet and external website
- Use technology, including Microsoft Customer Voice, PowerBI, Dovetail and Canva to analyse and communicate impact and evaluation data for both internal and external audiences, including the production of reports, infographics and digital dashboards
- Conduct primary and secondary research for funded projects and service development
- Support the administration of our Advisory Group, made up of our beneficiaries who provide regular feedback and input into our services
- Support the administration of impact and research volunteers, delivering inductions, allocating tasks, communication and providing ongoing support
- Support the impact team with general administration, including handling the impact mailbox, data entry and postal mailings
- Support the administration of the impact team’s policy and influencing work
- General responsibilities:
- Show a clear commitment to Re-engage’s values, culture and mission to end social isolation and loneliness in older people
- Take time to familiarise yourself with and follow all Re-engage policies and procedures.
- You may be required to undertake any other duties that fall within the nature of the role and responsibilities of the post. There may be occasional out-of-hours work required.
Person specification:
Essential
- A degree (or equivalent) in any subject or demonstrable equivalent experience in research/data analysis/evaluations or similar (paid or voluntary)
- Basic data collection and/or analysis experience
- Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills - able to engage with and communicate with older people and generally with people from all walks of life
- Understanding of, or interest in learning about loneliness, social isolation and issues that affect isolated and lonely older people
- Excellent IT skills and good knowledge of Microsoft packages including Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint
- Self-motivated, organised and methodical approach to work with excellent time management and ability to work with minimal supervision and deliver against KPIs
- A confident and competent administrator with excellent attention to detail and a strong understanding of the importance of record-keeping
- Understanding of the importance of brand and commitment to the brand guidelines
- A dedicated place to work in your home with sufficient broadband for permanent Wi-Fi and access to multiple cloud-based systems
Desirable
- A degree in a relevant field such as social sciences, psychology, social research, statistics, data analysis or similar
- Experience of designing and/or conducting social research or evaluations, including surveys, interviews and/or focus groups
- Understanding of a range of monitoring and evaluation methods including qualitative and quantitative methodologies of data collection
- Understanding of confidentiality and the implications of GDPR when working with volunteers and with older people.
- Advanced Excel or Power BI skills and experience
- Experience of presenting data/research/findings in multiple formats e.g. reports or presentations to different audiences
- CRM or database experience
- Experience of working in a charity and/or with grant-funded projects
We are an equal opportunities employer
Re-engage is committed to encouraging equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging among our team of staff and to eliminating unlawful discrimination. We want the Re-engage team of staff to be truly representative of all sections of society, and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best.
How we recruit
Diversity and inclusion are important to us. We want our team of staff to be representative of all sections of society, and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. We understand that you may not meet every requirement listed, but if you feel you could make a valuable contribution to our charity, we encourage you to apply. You may be a great fit for this or another role.
We use the recruitment platform Hireful. Using Hireful allows us to reduce unconscious bias and subjectivity, and candidates experience a more skills-based recruitment process which helps us to hire the best talent for our roles
The application process includes an inbuilt anonymisation feature which removes identifiable personal data from your CV. To enable this please ensure your name you use on the application form matches exactly with that on your CV.
We also add competency questions to the process which asses your approach to real issues that you would face in this role. Each response is anonymised and reviewed separately by each hiring team member before the total scores are averaged to create a leader board of candidates.
We would rather AI wasn't used for your answers as we want the real you, however we do reserve the right to reject applications if we feel the use of AI has been excessive.
Deadline to apply is Sunday 12th January 2025 and interviews are expected to be held the week of 20th January 2025.
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An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Salford CVS to support a new community engagement and investment programme.
We are looking to recruit a part-time (18.75 hours per week) Development Worker (Movement and Physical Activity) on a 3-year fixed-term contract.
You will lead our role in the Place Partner Investment programme in Salford, funded by Sport England (via GM Moving) and working in partnership with Salford Community Leisure. Salford CVS leads on VCSE engagement and investment, while Salford Community Leisure leads on systems change work.
You will engage and build relationships with VCSE organisations in specific areas of Salford in order to understand barriers to physical activity and existing provisions.
Combining this with knowledge already held at Salford CVS and insight from Salford Community Leisure’s system-wide engagement activity, you will design and deliver an investment programme for VCSE organisations that drives increases in movement and physical activity across various Salford communities.
To be successful, you will be able to engage with people from a wide range of backgrounds, particularly small charities and community groups.
If that sounds like you – then we want to hear from you!
Benefits
- 28 days’ holiday - rising to 30 days (after five years), plus Bank Holidays (pro rata for part-time)
- Paid sick leave – subject to terms and conditions of service
- A compassionate approach to dependants’ leave and compassionate leave to help deal with life’s unforeseen circumstances
- Pension scheme – with 7% employer contribution (and 1% mandatory employee contribution)
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- Membership of the Hospital Saturday Fund via an employer-subsidised scheme (optional and non-contractual)
- RHS family membership (optional and non-contractual)
- Development opportunities – we support and encourage our staff to progress in their careers (including formal training)
- A supportive working culture – we respect and support one another to do the best we can
Closing date: Noon on Monday 13th January 2025
Interview date: Friday 24th January 2025
We reserve the right to review applications before the closing date should we get sufficient applications.
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!
RIVET is a new social enterprise bringing together brands, influencers, and NGOs to fund and amplify youth-led social change. With 100+ years of experience elevating young changemakers, RIVET’s founders have seen firsthand that young people don’t lack talent or imagination; they lack access to resources.
In response, we have created the world’s first micro-finance platform focused on young social innovators, funded by youth themselves. This engine will transform young people’s everyday purchases into philanthropic power for their generation’s ideas to change the world. Created by, for, and with young people, RIVET represents the largest investment in youth-led social change. Ever.
As RIVET’s inaugural Director of Donor Engagement, you will help build and then lead the stewardship implementation for our 70+ major donors who serve on our Leadership Council, Youth Impact Council, and Youth Impact Fund, providing them with a meaningful experience that reflects our shared values and desired impact. RIVET’s operating budget is $2.5M, with most of that currently coming from philanthropic support. Our four-year sustainable business model strategy reflects an increasing reliance on brand revenue. The Director of Donor Engagement plays a critical role in helping us secure the capacity building funds needed to help the RIVET rocket get into orbit in the meantime. Your success is largely defined by donors renewing and deepening their support, and increasingly serving as an engine for RIVET’s expanded global impact.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Bring Our Brand to Life and Inspire Our Community
Are you a creative copywriter with a talent for storytelling and a passion for making a difference? St Catherine’s Hospice is seeking a Copywriter to develop and evolve our tone of voice, crafting content that connects deeply with our community and supports our vital work.
This role is your opportunity to use your creativity to engage hearts and minds, working across a variety of projects, from advertising campaigns to patient leaflets. You’ll play a key part in shaping our communications and building awareness of the vital care we provide.
About the Role
As our Copywriter, you will:
- Develop Our Voice: Build and refine the tone of voice for St Catherine’s Hospice and The Mill, ensuring it aligns with our values and brings our personality to life.
- Create Engaging Copy: Craft compelling, results-focused communications for a variety of external audiences across multiple channels.
- Conceptualize Campaigns: Collaborate with in-house designers to brainstorm and develop innovative campaign ideas that inspire and drive action.
- Support Marketing Objectives: Deliver clear, concise, and engaging copy that contributes to achieving marketing goals and building awareness.
- Engage with Sensitivity: Write with emotional intelligence and empathy, reflecting the experiences of patients and families we serve.
What We’re Looking For
- Creative Talent: Experience in campaign ideation and the ability to write impactful headlines and succinct advertising copy.
- Adaptability: Skill in tailoring content to different audiences and channels while maintaining a consistent voice.
- Time Management: Proven ability to juggle multiple projects, meet deadlines, and work both independently and collaboratively.
- Empathy and Resilience: Comfort in interacting with sensitive subjects and an understanding of the importance of confidentiality.
- Commitment: Dedication to our values of caring, compassion, and commitment, as well as personal and professional development.
Why Join Us?
This is more than just a writing role—it’s a chance to:
- Shape a brand that truly makes a difference in people’s lives.
- See your ideas come to life in campaigns that inspire community support.
- Collaborate with a passionate team in a values-driven environment.
- Contribute to a cause that has a direct and meaningful impact.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary
- 36 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays) and an additional day off on your birthday or nearest working day
- Access to an employee assistance programme with a wealth of wellbeing resources
- Competitive pension scheme
- Life insurance
- Hybrid working opportunities
- On-site free parking
- A chance to use your skills for a cause that makes a difference every day
About You
You’re an experienced copywriter who combines creative flair with strategic thinking. You understand the power of words to inspire action and are motivated by the opportunity to connect with and uplift a community.
Apply Today
Be part of something extraordinary. Submit a CV and covering letter by 12th January 2025 at 5pm.
Interviews will take place on 30th January 2025
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Business Development & Partnerships Manager – Health
Location: Remote – Canada-based; Toronto or Ottawa preferred
Language requirements: English (French a strong asset)
Contract: Permanent, Full-time
Work Requirement: Applicant must have legal entitlement/eligibility to work in Canada
Salary: CAD 75,000 to 85,000 Canadian Dollars per annum depending on experience
About WaterAid
WaterAid Canada (WAC) is a member of WaterAid, a dynamic, fast-growing, and well-respected international NGO operating in approximately 30 countries worldwide. Our mission is to transform lives by improving access to clean and safe water, improved sanitation, and good hygiene for everyone, everywhere.
About the Role
The Business Development & Partnerships Manager – Health (BDPM-H) is part of the International Programs (IP) Team, responsible for developing strategic partnerships and securing funding for health-related programming. This role focuses on cultivating relationships with institutional funders, foundations, government agencies, and the private sector, with a specific emphasis on WASH programming in the health context. The BDPM-H will work closely with the Philanthropy Team in proposal development, contributing to the growth of WaterAid Canada's income and influence in Canada’s international development sector.
About the Team
As a member of the International Programs team, you will collaborate with colleagues across WaterAid’s global federation to develop high-quality funding proposals and strengthen WaterAid Canada’s business development pipeline. You will engage with Canadian civil society and government agencies to grow strategic partnerships, particularly with Global Affairs Canada (GAC), the International Development Research Center (IDRC), and other donors. The role will also involve engaging with the private sector and institutional partners to expand WaterAid Canada’s network and support funding opportunities for health-focused WASH initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Engage with Canadian civil society and government agencies, focusing on opportunities with GAC, IDRC, GCC, and other relevant donors.
- Promote WAC’s programmatic approaches, emphasizing the role of WASH in health programming, including areas such as RMNCH, SRHR, and public health.
- Develop and maintain a portfolio of strategic partnerships, managing communications and administrative duties.
- Conduct donor mapping and prospect research to align funding opportunities with WAC’s strategic priorities.
- Lead or support the development of high-quality proposals, including concept notes and budgets, in collaboration with the Philanthropy Team.
- Provide expertise in health programming, including health systems strengthening and women’s empowerment, ensuring gender equality is integrated into program designs.
- Represent WaterAid Canada at conferences, meetings, and networking activities to enhance the organization’s visibility and partnerships.
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in international development, global health, WASH, environmental studies, or related field.
- Minimum of five years’ experience in international development, specifically in business development, grant-writing, and health-related programming.
- Proven track record of securing multi-year funding from institutional donors like GAC.
- Experience in designing health programming focused on gender equality and SRHR.
- Strong proposal writing skills with experience in developing concept notes and funding applications.
Preferred
- Master’s degree in public health, international development, or a related field.
- Proficiency in both English and French.
- Experience living and working in low- and middle-income countries, particularly in Africa and/or Asia.
- Technical expertise in WASH programming, health systems strengthening, and women’s empowerment.
- Experience in budget development and proposal management.
Closing Date: Applications will close at 23:59 on 12th January 2025. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling bases from 6th January 2025 hence we encourage applicants who are interested to apply as soon as possible. Interviews would be held via Microsoft Teams.
How to Apply: To see the full job pack, please click ‘Apply’. Please apply by submitting your CV and a cover letter into one document in either Word Document or PDF format.
Pre-employment screening: To apply for this post, you must be able to demonstrate your eligibility to work in the respective country. All pre-employment checks will be carried out according to the applicable laws in the respective countries.
Our Commitment: WaterAid Canada's talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.
Equal Opportunities: WaterAid Canada is an equal opportunities employer, committed to achieving the highest standards of diversity, fairness, and equality. We strongly encourage applications from people with disabilities, visible minorities, and people of diverse backgrounds. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
Safeguarding: WaterAid Canada is committed to safeguarding and protecting children and vulnerable adults. Our recruitment processes ensure that all candidates undergo appropriate background checks before employment is confirmed.
Our vision is a world where everyone, everywhere has sustainable and safe water, sanitation and hygiene.
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!
Key information
Location: Westminster, London. Office-based with flexibility (Min. 2-3 days per week in the office).
Contract: Intern 6 month contract (with potential for progression to permanent role) Full time 37.5 hours a week
Coordinator Permanent. Full time 37.5 hours a week.
Salary: £27,007.50 – 28,450 per annum depending on experience.
Benefits and entitlements:
You’ll be eligible for many of our benefits including:
· 25 days annual leave per year, plus an additional “Day for You”, (pro rata for part-time or any period less than 1 year) which increases by a day each year after 2 years’ service up to a maximum annual leave entitlement of 30 days per year
· Opportunity to take a 6-week sabbatical after 3 years of service
· The Trust’s contributory pension scheme after three months – The charity will match your employee contribution up to 7%
· All travel expenses covered over and above your regular commute to and from work. Any extra travel for work purposes will be reimbursed.
· Access to Workplace Options EAP (a provider of employee support services)
· Opportunity to Work from Home
· Opportunity to take part in the wider team’s wellbeing and social activities
· A supportive Training and Development policy which encourages colleagues to develop as professionals and achieve relevant qualifications (e.g. CIOF’s Certificate in Fundraising).
Reporting to: initially Head of Fundraising & Partnerships.
Make a big impact with a dynamic small charity transforming young people’s lives London.
Construction Youth Trust (CYT) is an ambitious and innovative charity whose mission to inspire and enable young people to overcome barriers and achieve their full career potential. Social mobility is at the heart of our work, and we prioritise working with young people from low-income backgrounds and those who are facing significant barriers to employment.
We help young people recognise their potential, develop their confidence and skills and discover career opportunities never previously presented to them. Through our long-standing partnerships with employers in the built environment sector (over 200+ across London), we connect young people to relatable role models, world of work experiences and ultimately rewarding jobs and apprenticeships. The built environment is at the forefront of the drive towards achieving net zero and future economic growth, offering young people substantial opportunity for career progression.
We are seeking a creative and confident communicator who will support our Fundraising Team to engage and inspire current and prospective funders through case studies, events, photos, videos, and the Trust’s newsletter, with the ultimate goal of increasing income in line with our new 2025-2027 Business Plan.
What will I be doing?
Creating high-quality collateral and delivering tailored promotion for funders through our social media channels, website, CYT newsletter, and impact reports.
Day to day, you will take photos and videos at CYT events, write social media posts, write case studies and success stories, support the organisation and delivery of internal and external events – all with the aim of increasing engagement with key CYT funders and in-kind supporters.
What knowledge and experience are we looking for?
· Experience of creating engaging visual media including photography and videography etc.
· Experience in digital communications and confidence with managing social media
· Working knowledge of design software (e.g. InDesign, Canva)
NOTE: prior knowledge of the construction and built environment sector is not an essential requirement of this role.
What abilities/skills are we looking for?
· Excellent communication skills including a high level of writing skill and the ability to tailor content to different audiences
· Highly organised with an ability to pay close attention to detail
· Creative flair with a good eye for visual design
· High level of IT literacy including Microsoft office
NOTE: this role would be well suited to someone at the beginning of their career journey and looking for an opportunity to gain experience in the charity sector
What will I gain?
Every member of the CYT team gets involved in the charity's strategic development and impact and contributes to our work supporting young people to fulfil their potential.
In return, we make sure you are supported by a warm and collaborative team, a wide range of career and personal development opportunities and high-quality tools, policies and processes to enable you to do your job well. We pride ourselves on giving opportunities to people at the start of their charity career, supporting them to develop their skills and experience in a much-needed sector of our society.
How do I apply?
If you are passionate about transforming the life chances of young people, please send your fully completed application form with particular attention to your supporting statement (no more than 500 words) explaining why the role interests you and how you meet the person specification.
We strongly believe that a diverse and inclusive team is vital to our work. We are especially interested in hearing from individuals from ethnic minority backgrounds and/or those with a lived experience of the young people we support.
Closing date: 16th January 2025. However, we may interview candidates as we receive suitable applications and close the application deadline earlier if a successful candidate is found.
A second interview may also be required.
You can access the Application Form, Job Description and Person Specification for this role via the Charity Jobs site. CV's and cover letters will not be accepted.
If you have not heard from us 2 weeks after the application closing date your application has been unsuccessful at this time.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We will only consider candidates for employment that share this commitment. All roles are subject to safer recruitment practices, and this position will require an Enhanced Disclosure with Barred list check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Positive Behavioural Support Practitioner
Our client has an exciting opportunity within their Positive Behaviour team for an experienced practitioner to implement their PBS strategy.
You will be working for a national charity supporting people with autism, learning disabilities and mental health needs. They put people at the centre of everything they do, so that they get support that truly meets their needs.
Position: Positive Behavioural Support Practitioner
Location: East Cheshire / Hybrid
Salary: £17,043 to £18,937 (based on FTE £34,086 - £37,874)
Hours: Part-Time, 18.75 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: Friday 31st January 2025, the client reserves the right to interview before the closing date so please apply asap.
About the role:
This role is to cover predominantly in the North of the UK, in particular in East Cheshire. You will be based from home, you will be expected to travel to our services in the North (and further afield if required) and from our offices in Crewe and Wakefield.
As Positive Behavioural Support Practitioner you will implement our client’s PBS strategy, creating capable environments that improve wellbeing and quality of life for the people supported, whilst reducing challenging behaviour and the use of restrictive interventions.
Some of the key responsibilities are listed below, additional tasks may be required according to individuals’ needs and wishes and those of the organisation
• Provide support to services both existing and in development, who work with individuals who may challenge and/or have Autistic Spectrum Support needs
• Ensuring that Communication environments are developed that meet individual needs
• Support the process of developing and training a team of staff
• Participate in the development of existing services
About you:
As Positive Behavioural Support Practitioner you will possess extensive knowledge and experience in the field of learning disabilities and behaviours that may challenge.
Essential skills for this role must include:
• A relevant qualification is essential (IABA, Tizard Centre, Welsh Centre or equivalent)
• Experience of working with people with a learning disability who live in a community setting who may exhibit behaviours that challenge
• You must also be willing and able to travel to our services and offices (which don’t always have good transport links) therefore you will need to have use of your own vehicle.
• You must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines and be an excellent communicator.
• Experience working with multi-disciplinary teams and individuals outside of your own practice.
• You must be skilled in carrying out functional assessment and analysis of behaviours, devising behavioural support plans (and be able to apply this in the development of new and existing services for individuals who may challenge and/or have Autism).
• Competent in the use of IT including Microsoft Office.
• Experienced in devising and delivering training.
• You will be supported to train to certify to become a PROACT-SCIPr-UK® instructor to deliver this approach to services.
Other roles you may have experience of could include: PBS Practitioner, Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner (PBS), Positive Behaviour Support Coordinator, Senior Behavioural Practitioner (Complex Needs), PBS Facilitator, Mental Health Practitioner, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Wellbeing Practitioner, Specialist Support Practitioner etc. #INDNFP
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Crisis is the national charity for people experiencing homelessness. In 2024 we embarked on our new 10-year strategy for ending homelessness. We know it is not inevitable. We know together we can end it.
It is an exciting and important time to be joining us at Crisis. We work with thousands of people across England, Scotland, and Wales so they can leave homelessness behind for good. We have recently adapted the way our services work to maximise our impact in ending homelessness.
Title: Senior Practitioner Psychologist (Internally this role is known as Senior Skylight Psychologist)
Qualifications: You must be a Practitioner Psychologist qualified for at least 18 months and registered with the HCPC
Hours: Two days per week/ 14 hours per week 0.4FTE
Salary: Full-time salaries are as follows:
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18 months to 4 years qualified - £53,755 (Regional), £57,755 (London) per annum FTE.
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5 to 7 years qualified - £56,454 (Regional), £60,454 (London) per annum FTE.
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8+ years qualified - £60,504 (Regional), £64,504 (London) per annum FTE.
Please note as this role is part-time 0.4FTE therefore these salaries will be pro rata. Our salaries are fixed to counter inequity, and we do not negotiate at offer stage.
Location: Crisis Skylight London, 50 – 52 Commercial Street, E1 6LT. This is a mainly onsite role, so you can meet face-to-face with our members and team, but some homeworking is an option in line with Crisis’ Hybrid Working Policy.
About the role
We are committed to ending the homelessness of more people using our direct services, including people with complex needs. To do this, we are seeking either full-time or part-time Practitioner Psychologists to join our fantastic team in locations around the UK.
In this role, you will be supporting our diverse operation in the heart of London.
You will form part of the local Leadership team, supporting the implementation of Psychologically Informed Environments (PIEs). You will support the delivery of our work to members by offering training and leading reflective practice for staff and providing direct services to members at times.
You will also be a part of a national psychology team made up of a Lead Clinical Psychologist, two Regional Lead Clinical Psychologists, and seven Practitioner Psychologists as well as one Assistant Psychologist and Trainee Clinical Psychologists on placements.
At Crisis, we understand more and more Practitioner Psychologists are taking on multiple part-time opportunities within the NHS, private practice and the third sector as this has been the case with our own team. Crisis and our members have benefited from employing people with a variety of different work experience and we are therefore open to considering a range of part-time working arrangements. This an opportunity for you to work within an agile and progressive charity where you can influence psychologically informed ways of working to end homelessness for good.
You will join an extraordinary team of frontline lead workers with a focus on people facing homelessness who have survived a range of difficult and traumatic experiences.
About you
We are looking for people who are community focused and driven by our shared values. This role brings a real opportunity to be creative and flexible in our approach to working psychologically with people who face multiple disadvantages, and to support the staff teams via training and reflective practice.
There are opportunities to provide direct support as well as working extensively with local teams and other parts of the organisation to influence policy and practice developments. We are looking for someone with post qualification experience of working within complex systems and you may have direct experience of working with people who experience homelessness.
You will be excited by the prospect of working innovatively to deliver services locally alongside the Skylight team, as well linking in closely with the wider Psychology team to develop the service. You will be committed towards social justice, and to being an advocate for those we work with and for breaking down the systemic barriers that exclude those who need most support.
We welcome informal conversations to learn more about the role with a member of our Practitioner Psychology Team, please email us and we will arrange a call. If you would like to visit the Skylight prior to applying that can also be arranged.
We believe diversity is a strength, and our aim is to make sure that Crisis truly reflects the communities we serve. We are actively working towards our organisation being a place where everyone can thrive and make their best contribution to our mission of ending homelessness for good. We know that the more perspectives, voices, and experiences we can bring to this work, the better. We particularly welcome applications from people who have lived experience of homelessness, and people from all marginalised groups, communities, and backgrounds.
Working at Crisis
Our values, Bold, Impactful, Collaborative and Equitable, are at the heart of everything we do as we continue in our mission to end homelessness.
Our staff, members and volunteers are vital to getting the right government policies in place, providing breakthrough services, and building a supportive community. We’ll lead by example to nurture a positive and ambitious workplace guided by ending homelessness.
As a member of the team, you will have access to a wide range of employee benefits including:
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Interest free loans for travel season ticket, cycle to work, and deposit to secure a tenancy.
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Pension scheme with an employer contribution of 8.5%
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28 days’ annual leave (pro rata) which increases with service to 31 days and the option to purchase up to 10 additional days leave.
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Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental, and adoption pay.
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Flexible working around the core hours 10am-4pm
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Wellbeing Leave to be used flexibly.
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And more! (Full list of benefits available on website)
As a member of the Practitioner Psychology Team, you will have:
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Access to funds to support CPD as part of a wider commitment to ensure meeting HCPC standards.
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Reimbursement of costs to join a professional body (e.g., ACP/BPS)
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Bi-annual away day with the Team
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Access to high quality clinical and professional supervision
Alongside our excellent staff benefits, we will support your ongoing development to build your skills, experience, and career.
When you join us, you will have the opportunity to join our staff diversity networks, which aim to champion issues across the organisation, enable staff to be their authentic and best selves and contribute to making Crisis a truly diverse organisation.
How do I apply?
Please click on the 'Apply for Job' button below. Our shortlisting process is anonymised as part of our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We do not ask for CVs, instead we ask you complete the work history section and answer the screening questions for us to be able to assess you fairly and objectively. When answering the screening questions please do be thorough, reflecting on your experience to date and using relevant examples. At least two members of staff score all applications.
Closing date: Sunday 19 January 2025 at 23:59
Interview date and location: Wednesday 5 February 2025 at Crisis Skylight London, 50 – 52 Commercial Street, E1 6LT
Can I use Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology for my application?
We strongly discourage applicants from using AI technology at any stage of the recruitment process. This is so we can run a fair, transparent process which gives all applicants an equitable chance of success. We want to hear about your own experience and perspectives in your application and if shortlisted, during the interview too.
Accessibility
We want our recruitment process to be as accessible as possible. If you need us to make an adjustment or provide additional support as you apply for a role, please email our Talent Acquisition team to discuss how we can help.
Registered Charity Numbers: E&W1082947, SC040094
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About Results
Results’ mission is to create the public and political will to end poverty, by enabling people to exercise their personal and political power for change.
Results is a movement of passionate, committed people. Together as staff and grassroots activists, we use our voices to influence political decisions that will bring an end to poverty. Our advocacy is built on global solidarity, partnership and shared empowerment. This is crucial to challenging the racist, colonial and oppressive narratives that have underpinned development and that help to both create and maintain poverty. We prioritise specific issues on which we can have the most influence to achieve progress, including health, nutrition and education.
Supported by our Campaigns Team, within which this role sits, our network of grassroots campaign groups and individual volunteers across the UK regularly take advocacy actions on specific issues on which we seek to make lasting change. Our aims are to mobilise resources, change policies, and create the public and political will to bring about the end of poverty.
About the role
As Campaigns and Communications Officer, you will play a key role in building the profile of Results UK, and using communications to support the development of successful campaigning activities for our grassroots advocates. You will have at least a year’s experience within the broad field of campaigning and communications, excellent written English, awareness of how written and visual communications can support organisational values, and experience of managing digital communications. This role will work across issue areas and contribute to advocacy through effective public messaging via our website, social media and publications.
This role is available 5 days per week on a permanent basis and will provide good opportunities for further developing your communications, campaigning and advocacy skills; gaining a deep understanding of international development issues; and experience of using communications to support the achievement of advocacy goals. We are looking for candidates with a keen interest in and passion for international development and for overcoming poverty, inequality and oppression.
Key responsibilities
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Support the development and delivery of our monthly cycle of grassroots campaigns through effective communications, including regular emails, campaign materials and conference calls.
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Work closely with colleagues in the Parliamentary Advocacy and Policy Advocacy Teams to plan campaigns and communications activities in line with our advocacy strategies.
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Work with the Head of Campaigns and other staff to support the delivery of events such as the annual Results National Conference and other advocacy and training events.
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Lead on the development, delivery and monitoring of Results’ social media engagement, and manage our day-to-day social media outputs to ensure a strong contribution to our advocacy messages.
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Manage and monitor the Results website and create content, including action materials, social media assets, campaign newsletters and fundraising content.
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Coordinate the design and production of Results publications to ensure quality control and a consistent house style in line with branding guidelines, including commissioning consultants where appropriate.
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Support colleagues, including by running training sessions and communications advice on best practice, to ensure that Results communications reflect our values, give voice to the experiences of people living with poverty and inequality, and promote our work to end injustice, exclusion and oppression.
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Represent Results in various public coalitions and platforms as agreed with the Head of Campaigns.
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As necessary, coordinate production of press releases and deal with media enquiries, supporting the briefing of spokespeople as appropriate.
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Contribute to the effective monitoring and evaluation of our campaigns and communications work in support of grant management and reporting.
Person specification
Essential criteria
Skills and Experience
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At least 1 year’s proven experience helping deliver successful public campaigns through effective communications approaches.
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Experience using social media, marketing and conferencing platforms to deliver campaigns and communications objectives.
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Experience developing digital content including social media assets.
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Excellent English language and copy-editing skills with the ability to produce content for a range of audiences.
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Strong collaborative skills, with an ability to work with people across a wide range of functions and perspectives.
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Experience of managing projects and managing set budgets.
Personal attributes
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A passion for elevating the voices of people affected by poverty issues and for opposing injustice and oppression, and a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
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An understanding of how to engage diverse audiences in advocacy.
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Good understanding of international development issues and the UK international development campaigning landscape.
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Proactive and organised, with a high level of attention to detail and the ability to balance multiple priorities and to set and work to competing deadlines.
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A good team worker who enjoys supporting others and working together for common objectives.
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Enjoys supporting campaigners and volunteers.
Desirable criteria
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Experience of media work.
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Experience of producing visual content and managing designers.
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Experience of representing organisations and working in coalitions.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
At Results UK, we believe that equality, diversity and inclusion should be the norm. As well as this being an issue of equality and fairness, we recognise that diverse and inclusive organisations are some of the most productive and impactful.
We are aware of the under-representation of certain groups and communities in our sector. These include – but are certainly not limited to – people of colour, people living with disabilities, refugees and people from lower socio-economic backgrounds. We want to change this and are committed to playing our part. As a committed equal-opportunities employer, we actively welcome applications from people from a wide range of backgrounds, skills and abilities, recognising the value that these different perspectives bring to our organisation.
Terms and Conditions
Starting date
The position is available immediately.
Salary
This role is graded at Results Professional Level 2 with a salary of £32,142 per annum.
Hours of work
This is a full-time post with a working week of 35 hours (excluding breaks). These hours will be worked as agreed with the line manager but some flexibility may be required. There is no paid overtime, but Results UK has a TOIL policy for all staff.
Line manager
The line manager for this role is the Head of Campaigns.
Annual leave
25 days pro rata per annum, plus bank holidays, increasing by one day per year of service to a maximum of 30 days.
Length of contract
This is a full-time permanent position.
Notice period and probationary period
The employee will have a probationary period of three months: during this time the notice period is one week. After the probation period: 6 weeks.
Other Benefits
Staff joining Results UK are automatically enrolled in our company pension scheme unless choosing to opt-out. A legally mandated minimum employee contribution applies, and all employee contributions to pension are matched 1:1 by Results up to a maximum of 5% of gross salary. Staff may receive a tax-efficient loan for the purchase of a bicycle, through which the final price of the cycle is lower than on the market. Staff may receive a loan for the purchase of a travel season ticket.
Location
The post is based at Results UKs’ office at The Chandlery, Unit 702, 50 Westminster Bridge Road, London SE1 7QY.
Currently, most Results UK staff are combining working from home with coming into the office 2 days a week. This is open to negotiation.
Travel
The post holder must be able and willing to travel occasionally within the UK.
Full personnel policies are available on request.
All candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK. If you are made an offer of employment, this will be subject to verifying that you are eligible to work in the UK before you start work, as per UK Government guidelines.