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Executive Assistant
Salary Band: £25,000 - £30,000 (Full Time Equivalent) per annum
Hours: 30 hours per week
Location: ONSIDE’s Head Office, Worcester
Closing date: Sunday 24th November 2024
Are you looking for a role that can make a difference?
About the role
Join ONSIDE and discover the role as an Executive Assistant in the charity sector. This role is key as it will be supporting our Chief Executive with executive administration, project coordination and by providing wider support to our Directors, Senior Management Team and Trustees.
An Executive Assistant will be the primary contact for internal and external communications with the Chief Executive and our Trustees and will be vital in providing crucial professional support to the Senior Management Team with their operational and strategic objectives.
This role will be part of a wider team who are passionate about supporting and making a difference to vulnerable and disadvantaged people.
ONSIDE’s Benefits
- 26 days annual holiday + Bank Holidays
- Pension Scheme
- Company Sick Pay Scheme (after qualifying service)
- Additional Maternity & Paternity Pay (after qualifying service)
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
- Access to premium Calm App
- Employee Engagement Forum to ensure our employee’s voices are heard!
- Your ‘Birthday Day’ Off
- Supportive working environment & good work/life balance culture
- Support with continuous professional development
Who are we looking for?
We are looking for someone who can quickly ascertain what tasks need to be done to progress with the work. Someone who has the confidence to think on their feet and work autonomously and will use their own initiatives in a fast-paced dynamic environment.
The ideal Executive Assistant has knowledge and experience of working at a senior executive level and has supported Senior Management Teams. They will need to have the ability to build strong relationships with people at all levels internally and externally to the charity. We are looking for someone who can prioritise and work autonomously.
You will be intuitive, highly organised and will take a proactive approach identifying areas of improvement. You will have the ability to be resourceful and have advanced skills in project management and Microsoft Office.
If you’re looking for a job that you can be proud of, apply now. More people need our help than ever before. Because of that, we are growing faster than ever before. The role of Executive Assistant is a real career opportunity to discover!
Someone like you?
If you embrace difference and champion diversity.
If you are creative in your approach, can think around problems and find new ways to solve them.
If you’re looking for a job that you can be proud of and be passionate about. Please submit your application.
These values run through our entire organisation. ONSIDE is a creative, collaborative community where people feel free to share new ideas or ask for support. If something’s not right, we don’t just change it. We change ourselves too.
Who are ONSIDE?
ONSIDE is a charity working across Worcestershire and Herefordshire, established in 1993 stemming from a belief that everyone has the right to be a valued human being and to be treated in a just and fair way.
In support of this belief, we provide a range of support services across advocacy, wellbeing and mental health for adults, children and young people who may be vulnerable, disadvantaged or discriminated against. This includes mental and physical ill health, sensory impairment, learning disability, drug and alcohol misuse, older people, and carers. ONSIDE is funded through a range of sources to maintain its independence and ensure that the support it provides reflects the views and perspective of the people it wishes to help.
Our amazing team of skilled staff and volunteers make a difference to the lives of over 11,000 people a year!
More people need our help than ever before. Because of that, we are growing faster than ever before. The role of Executive Assistant is a real career opportunity to support vulnerable and disadvantaged people in your community!
ONSIDE reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy before the closing date.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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AI Training Programme Manager
Place of work: Remote-based with regular travel to London for events and meetings
About Media Trust
At Media Trust, we believe when everyone has an equal voice, we’ll get to a more equal society. That’s why we connect media organisations with charities and under-represented talent to empower the third sector and advance media representation.
We design and deliver innovative and impactful training for charities so they can communicate more effectively to support their communities and drive social change. We also match charities with media industry volunteers for hands-on support.
At the same time, we provide under-represented talent with the skills, access and mentoring to progress their careers in the media and creative sectors.
For more information about Media Trust’s work, see our 2023 Impact Report.
About the role
Are you passionate and knowledgeable about delivering training in AI and keen to apply your skills to lead a purpose-driven project?
In partnership with the Centre for Public Impact with support from the Google AI Opportunity Fund, Media Trust is launching a pioneering new programme and we're looking for an experienced programme manager to lead on its delivery.
You will be empowering charities and under-represented creative talent, helping them gain AI skills to bridge the growing AI divide and prevent marginalised communities from being further excluded or disadvantaged.
The programme will provide AI essentials training to two of Media Trust’s key beneficiary stakeholder groups: (i) small charities advocating for and supporting marginalised communities, and (ii) talent from under-represented backgrounds working, or aspiring to work, in the media and creative industries.
The programme is funded by Centre for Public Impact with support from the Google AI Opportunity Fund and we'll delivering free bespoke AI training developed by Google and external partners.
You will be responsible for designing the delivery calendar and managing the launch and delivery of this ambitious programme, which will run from January to December 2025. You will also manage the MEL (measurement, evaluation and learning) processes for the programme and produce a quarterly progress report for the programme funder.
You will provide insights and learning from the programme to help Media Trust design new AI-related and other digital skills training programmes for charities and/or creative talent from under-represented backgrounds.
Key responsibilities
Programme Management and Evaluation
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Programme Management: Oversee the launch and delivery of this groundbreaking programme, ensuring all activity runs to schedule and on budget
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Training Coordination: Plan, recruit and deliver training for 8 separate cohorts of c25 participants per cohort, coordinating with partner organisations, trainers and programme participants
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Participant Engagement: Recruit and engage programme participants, encourage participation and retention, support any accessibility needs and ensure the training aligns with participants’ needs and expectations
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Training Content Development: Work closely with the trainers to create engaging, practical and tailored content, activities and resources to maximise learning
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Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting: Manage the collection and analysis of programme data and insights, ensuring impact is evidenced with high-quality data and compelling case studies
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Budget Management: Manage the programme budget, providing accurate and up-to-date financial reporting
Partnerships:
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Cultivate Relationships: Build and maintain meaningful relationships with charities and under-represented creative talent, creating collaboration opportunities
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Networking: Represent Media Trust at third sector or media industry events to enhance our visibility and raise the profile of our work
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Insights for New Programmes: Share latest trends and programme-related insights to help Media Trust secure new funders/partners for additional AI and digital skills training programmes for charities and/or creative talent from under-represented backgrounds
Marketing and Communications:
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Programme Promotion/Recruitment: Work closely with the Marketing and Communications (MarComms) team to develop compelling promotional copy tailored to each target cohort
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Other Programme-Related Comms: Work closely with the MarComms team to write blogs, case studies and presentations about the programme and its impact
What we are looking for in you
Essential Skills:
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At least five years' experience of designing and delivering AI and digital skills training programmes, including facilitating workshops, training sessions and events
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Familiarity with AI and digital tools and a passion for staying informed and up to date with AI and digital trends.
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Proven skills in managing both in-person and online events, including participant and trainer coordination and logistics management
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Strong written, verbal and interpersonal skills; able to produce engaging and clear content for different audiences and communication channels
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Strong organisational skills, with the capacity to plan, prioritise, and manage multiple workstreams and deadlines effectively
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Experience of effective budget management
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Experienced in data analysis, monitoring and evaluation to support the assessment and communication of impact
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Proactive and takes initiative; can work effectively with minimal supervision
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Commitment to equal opportunities and Media Trust’s values
Desirable Skills and Experience:
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Experience of working with small charities and/or under-represented talent working in or aspiring to join the media and creative industries
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Background in the digital, media or creative sectors
The above job description is a guide to the work you may be required to undertake but does not form part of your contract of employment and may change from time to time to reflect changing circumstances.
Working at Media Trust
Media Trust is an ambitious charity, full of passionate people. We are a small and dynamic team that works collaboratively and supports each other to achieve our vision of a more representative media and equal society where everyone has a voice. We are looking for motivated, agile, and value-driven people to join our team. In return we offer:
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Remote working with a monthly co-working allowance
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30 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
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Flexible First employer
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Opportunity to work flexible hours
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Pension contributions
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2 volunteer days each year
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Opportunity to attend up to two Media Trust Open Courses each year at no cost to you
Flexible working at Media Trust
Media Trust values and respects all differences in people (seen and unseen). One of the ways we do this is by actively encouraging staff to work in ways that best suit their needs and our flexible working policy outlines many of the options available, such as part-time and term-time working, job sharing, home working and working compressed hours. Please talk to us at the interview about the flexibility and equipment or other support you need. We can’t promise to give you exactly what you want, but we do promise not to judge you for asking.
Media Trust values diversity and is an equal opportunities employer.
Registered Charity no. 1042733
# Programme Manager
We are using Anonymous Recruitment to reduce bias.
Please include a CV and covering letter (max 2 pages), describing how your skills and experience match our requirements. Please also tell us how you first heard about the vacancy.
Application deadline: Midnight on Tuesday 26 November 2024
Interviews will be held in the weeks commencing 2 and 9 December 2024
Media Trust is committed to your journey as a candidate and will provide any necessary support throughout the application process. Please ask if you need any assistance or require any reasonable adjustments throughout the process. Please note – due to the high volume of CVs and applications we receive, we can’t always get back to everyone, although we will try our best!
We believe in the power of the media to change lives.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Main Purpose of Job:
The primary role is to provide business, finance, administrative, and project support for Think Active CSW. The post holder will assist the Think Active team with a variety of clerical and administrative tasks to ensure the organisation operates efficiently and effectively. The role is primarily office-based, with all the Think Active team required to comply with Think Active CSW policies and procedures. Kind, Considerate, Appreciative and Accepting interaction with colleagues, stakeholders, customers, and suppliers is essential to contribute to a thriving team and organisation and to delivering exceptional service.
About the Role
Base Location: The main headquarters of the Charity is in Leamington Spa although
some of the work involves being located across Coventry, Solihull & Warwickshire. We
have a blended approach of home-based working, office-based working and travelling to and attending meetings as required. The post holder is expected to work from HQ on at least 2 days per week, to support colleagues by attending meetings and events and by adopting a flexible approach to their work.
Salary: £19,089 (plus, travel expenses and pension contribution and other benefits)
Working Pattern: 30 hours per week | 0.8 FTE | Work pattern expected to be 6 hours per day, 5 days per week.
Contract type: Permanent (subject to successfully passing probation)
The main responsibilities of this role include:
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General Management and Administration
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Finance
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Human Resources
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Customer Services
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Information and Communications Technology (ICT)
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Project Support
Responsibilities:
Administrative Support:
Organise administrative activities to facilitate the smooth running of both physical work area (1 Mill Street) and virtual office / meeting spaces (Zoom and Teams).
Ensure office equipment is maintained, records are up-to-date, and administrative processes are effective and compliant with GDPR.
Office Management:
Effective high-quality use of office software (email, spreadsheets, Teams, Xero) to ensure organisational efficiency.
Manage online and paper filing systems.
Develop and implement new administrative systems for record management and data protection.
Oversee the maintenance of the office space and arrange necessary repairs, logistics and tidy-ups.
Financial Duties:
Manage discrete budgets (stationery orders, meeting rooms, course income, and expenditure).
Process expenses and invoices.
Maintain Think Active equipment registers and oversee loaning and return of equipment.
Human Resources Support:
Assist in the recruitment of new colleagues, including induction, finance, leave, timesheets, and sickness management.
Customer Service:
Perform reception duties, including answering calls and scheduling appointments.
Respond to emails and postal correspondence.
Manage the customer complaint procedure.
Event and Meeting Coordination:
Book meeting rooms and arrange travel and accommodation for colleagues.
Assist in the planning, preparation and delivery of events including transporting small items of equipment and attendance at events to support with event set up, registration and administration.
Organise and take minutes and / or action logs of internal and network meetings as required.
Supplier and Stakeholder Management:
Maintain and order office supplies.
Manage supplier relationships to ensure efficient task completion.
Liaise with 1 Mill Street regarding access, maintenance, health, and safety compliance.
Additional Duties:
Support due diligence and compliance for grant awards and payees.
Raise payments, invoices, and orders as required.
Provide high-quality and efficient business and finance operations to support colleagues in delivering business objectives and projects.
Demonstrate a proactive approach and add value to Think Active's role as a charity and Active Partnership.
Arrange regular testing for electrical equipment and safety devices.
Results Expected:
Efficient business and finance operations across Think Active.
Effective support to colleagues in achieving business objectives and project delivery.
Demonstrates a proactive approach in supporting and advancing Think Active’s mission by identifying and implementing initiatives that add value to the organisation’s goals and objectives.
We are delighted to introduce this job opportunity at the Culture Trust Luton for a 0.5 Project Manager. Through a successful funding application to The National Lottery Heritage Fund, we have been awarded £177,513 funding to deliver a Resilience project called ‘Reconnect’. This multi-faceted project explores the Trust’s customer services, sites and operations. There is also funding to deliver events and consultations as well as creative activities to promote engagement and volunteering. The Project also has a budget for making operational improvements that have been identified through the project.
We seek an experienced Project Manager to draw together the delivery of this project, coordinate specialist consultants, creatives and community groups and work with the Culture Trust Team on exploring and embedding change.We are a progressive, Luton-based, arts and cultural charity with a mission to connect communities through culture and creativity. We welcome 250,000 people across the year to our stunning heritage sites; the Hat Factory Arts Centre, Hat District creative workspaces, Wardown House Museum and Gallery, and Stockwood Discovery Centre. The Reconnect Project will work across all our functions, but there will be a particular focus on Stockwood Discovery Centre for community activities and volunteering.
Harris Hill are delighted to be partnering with Burgh House in their search for an Operations Manager.
Location : Hampstead, London
Salary : £45,000
Burgh House is a Grade 1 Listed historic house in Hampstead, North London. As part of its activities as a registered charity there is a public programme of art and historical exhibitions, and cultural and community events. These are made possible by a busy schedule of private/commercial and public hire, being a popular venue for weddings, parties, filming, lectures and talks, well-being classes etc.
As Operations Manager, you will be responsible for overall efficient and smooth House management operations, front of house and behind the scenes. This includes premises inspection and oversight, facilities management and maintenance, security, health and safety, fire safety etc. Working closely with the Director, you will develop special infrastructure improvement projects and identify contractors, consultants, costings and quotes. The role is also responsible for Visitor Experience operations and Volunteer management - optimising visitor experience and relationships, and ensuring appropriate House appearance.
The successful candidate will have experience in operational management in a similar organisation, or with clearly transferable skills and an understanding and workplace experience of physical building infrastructure management. Experience with visitor services management and its basic principles is key, alongside experience of developing and managing planned maintenance and minor works contracts, and some hands on maintenance where possible. Knowledge of Health and Safety, fire safety, security, emergency planning management is a must and either knowledge of am interest in historic building conservation (and wider arts and heritage), and environmental sustainability is essential.
If you would like to receive further information, including the full job description and how to apply, please do get in touch.
As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, gender, disability, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics .
Want to work at the intersection of business and society? Motivated to create programmes that create business value and social value, hand in hand? Interested in learning from experts in all sorts of societal issues?
We’re recruiting a Social Impact Project Manager for our small team who will do all of this, and more. Working in a small, purpose-led business, our new recruit will find the right non-profits to partner with businesses, project manage the programmes we devise and get stuck into lots of other elements of making a small team a successful one.
The role would be well-suited to people from charities who are looking to move into the CSR / sustainability / ESG space and work more closely with a range of businesses, or your experience might instead have been gained in a corporate or intermediary organisation. You will love the idea of working in a small, purpose-led business and bring loads of initiative and creativity to our small team!
About Three Hands
We a small organisation that works with businesses, charities and social enterprises to deliver projects, programmes and partnerships. Having a positive social and/or environmental impact in society is a core aim of everything that we do. We do this by helping big businesses to play a more responsible and sustainable role in society. Our clients include NatWest Group, Pfizer, British Gas, Balfour Beatty and Royal London.
A full description of the role is in the attached job description, so please refer to this for further details. Note this is a hybrid role with a minimum of 2 days a week in our London office.
To apply, send us your CV and completed application form by 9am on Monday 9th December.
Our purpose at Three Hands is to create business value and social value, hand in hand.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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!
We’re looking for an enthusiastic grants manager with excellent communication and analytical skills to lead on our social security grants portfolio.
What we do
London is a deeply unequal place. We want to see a fairer city where everyone has the chance to thrive, no matter who they are.
To achieve this, we fund hundreds of organisations fighting for economic and social justice across the city.
Who we’re looking for:
We’re looking for an enthusiastic colleague with excellent communication and analytical skills to lead on our social security grants portfolio.
You’ll need to have solid project management experience, but you don’t need any prior grant making experience.
You’ll join a six-person economic justice team within our wider grants team. The economic justice team works closely with a similar sized social justice team.
We’re a learning organisation, so we’d expect you to want to learn and share your knowledge with colleagues.
You’ll need to have solid project management experience, but you don’t need any prior grant making experience.
What we offer:
Salary:£57,418 per annum (pro-rata for part time)
Contract: Permanent, Full time (35 hours) or Part-time (at least 4 days (28 hours) per week)
Location: Moorgate (hybrid working, up to 60% work from home)
Leave: Annual leave of 26 days plus bank holidays and office closure over Christmas period (pro-rate for part time)
Pension: 10% employer contribution for 3% employee contribution – automatic enrolment from day 1
Generous paid sick leave allowance
How to apply
If you think Trust for London may be the right place for you, we’d love to hear from you. To apply, please visit our website to learn more about the role.
We'll be interviewing candidates as suitable applications come in, so make sure to apply as soon as possible if you're interested in the role. The advert will be open until the post is filled.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
There when it matters
Sue Ryder has an exciting career opportunity within our IT Directorate for an experienced and driven Head of Data and BI. You will have strengths in both hands-on technical application and development as well as Managerial aspects of the role. Leading from the front you will manage vital roles, including BI Development, Data Engineering, and Data Analysis.
The successful candidate will be solution focused with the ability to both communicate and work collaboratively with all levels of stakeholders both technical and non-technical.
About the role:
The role is crucial in developing organisation-wide reporting capabilities, providing strategic-level insights to our executive team and SLT, and ensuring the smooth integration of data from multiple sources. The Head of Data and BI will act as a key ally to operational teams, supporting them in achieving their goals while driving forward the charity’s ability to use data for decision-making and impact measurement.
Full dimensions of this role can be found in the supporting Job description.
About you:
• Key experience and proven ability in Power BI, SSIS, SASS, SSRS
• Comprehensive understanding of SQL and Data warehousing principles with experience of working with cloud-based data warehousing, data engineering, and CRM systems.
• Demonstratable experience of SQL Server and T-SQL with strong SQL skills in MS SQL.
• Strong understanding of data governance, GDPR, and data compliance standards.
• Experience in leading data strategy development and implementation.
• Experience of developing data warehouse capabilities in Microsoft Azure
• Experience of working in a matrix management environment
• Extensive experience of producing Mapping Specifications.
• An understanding of a broad range of integration approaches and technologies. SOAP, REST, Service Orientated Architecture
• A knowledge of diagramming techniques e.g. UML.
• Data modelling experience.
• Demonstrable knowledge and experience in problem, error and knowledge management, analysis, resolution and delivery techniques.
• Evidence of ability to undertake and deliver specific projects and supervise short term project teams, and ability to be flexible to prioritise workload under pressure.
• Experience working with and manipulating large datasets in a variety of formats, including complex data models
• Demonstrable ability to turn data into actionable insights
Sue Ryder is here to make sure everyone approaching the end of their life or living with grief can access the support they need. There is no one size fits all when it comes to how we cope and the help we need, but with our support, no one has to face dying or grief alone.
Benefits
• Company pension scheme
• 27 days holiday - rising to 33 with length of service plus bank holidays
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Enhanced sick pay
• Employee Networks - LGBTQ+, Ethnic Diversity and Equality, People with Disabilities, and Women and Non Binary Individuals
• Staff discount of 10% on new goods online at shop
• Structured induction programme and learning and development opportunities.
For more of our employee benefits please visit our website.
We actively encourage applications from people from all backgrounds to help us to provide the best possible experience for the people who use our services and continue to make Sue Ryder a great place to work, and attract and recruit the best, most diverse workforce possible.
We are particularly interested in increasing applications from the global majority, LGTBQIA+ and people with disabilities as they are currently underrepresented in our organisation.
Please let us know if you have any feedback to make our recruitment processes more accessible and inclusive or if you require any adjustments made to your application or interview process.
If you want more than just a job, we want you.
Join the team and be there when it matters.
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Are you passionate about inspiring the next generation to get cycling? The Bikeability Trust has an exciting opportunity for a Helpdesk Support Administrator to help support the Bikeability industry with enquiries relating to the Trust’s digitised systems.
We are looking for a proactive, highly-organised individual with excellent customer service skills to join our friendly, working remote team in the UK. Note we cannot accept applicants for remote working outside of the UK.
interviews will be held virtually, via Microsoft Teams, on Wednesday 11 and Thursday 12 December.
Equipping more than five million children with the skills and confidence to cycle on today’s roads
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Join us in the ambitious ‘Birmingham In Action’ campaign, which commits to raising over £600 million of charitable funding and 1.25 million volunteer hours, positioning the University as one of the world leaders in University development. To fulfil our exciting campaign ambitions, we are recruiting a Corporate Philanthropy Manager to help grow our philanthropic funding and to take our campaign to the next level. We are looking for someone with a strong new business record, who is confident in networking with some of the biggest and most influential businesses in the region.
The role will have a set portfolio of relationships to steward and develop, whilst maintaining a watching brief to identify new opportunities for strategically valuable partnerships. Academics here are tackling some of the world’s most pressing global challenges such as antibody testing and COVID-19, the impact of climate change on our woodlands and forests, issues caused by migration and displacement, the rise in youth mental health issues, and the prevention of needless maternal deaths in the developing world. This role is a great opportunity to further develop your skills and will play a vital role in delivering projects to change lives locally, nationally and internationally. A key member of the Development and Alumni Relations Office’s (DARO) Charitable Partnerships team, you will identify, create and manage corporate philanthropic partnerships with local, national and global businesses. You will have an enthusiasm for building relationships, the skill to interact with high-level corporate professionals and academics, experience of delivering against KPIs, KPTs and against financial targets, along with the ability to translate complex information into a compelling case for support in both verbal and written form. There will be opportunities for the successful candidate to shape and develop the focus of their portfolio in collaboration with the Head of Corporate Philanthropy. For example, it is anticipated that corporate philanthropy can play a pivotal role in supporting scholarships, providing internships and mentors, research funding and wider knowledge transfer activities.
The Development and Alumni Relations Office (DARO) exists to support The University of Birmingham's academic and student community by engaging, inspiring, and celebrating alumni, individuals, and charitable funders who give their money, time, and networks to support the University’s strategic priorities. The Office, which is comprised of five teams, is focused on fundraising and volunteering from alumni, organisations and individuals who are passionate about changing lives, through funding various research projects, supporting student bursaries, mentoring students, and providing internships, as well as providing a versatile programme of engagement opportunities for our global alumni community.
We believe there is no such thing as a typical member of staff and that diversity is a source of strength that underpins the exchange of ideas, innovation, and debate. We warmly welcome people from all backgrounds and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where diversity is at the heart of who and what we are, and how we work.
Supporting our people to achieve a healthy work/life balance is important both to our employees and to the success of the University and, depending on the role, we offer a variety of flexible working arrangements. We therefore welcome discussions on all forms of flexible working. In addition, you will receive a generous package of benefits including 40 days paid holiday a year, one paid day a year for volunteering, occupational sick pay, and a pension scheme.
World-class research and outstanding global education
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Prospectus is delighted to support our client as they seek to appoint a permanent Head of Grants to their small team. The position can be offered on a full-time or part-time basis (4 days a week), on a hybrid contract, with 4 days a week in the London office (3 days if part-time).
The organisation is a grant-making charity, established in 2020 by our founder with a vision to transform young people’s mental health support in the UK. The charity envisions a world where no young person is defined by their mental illness and where they have access to the right support at the right time.
The organisation invests in services and research that prevent and treat mental illness in young people, with a specific focus on the prevention and early intervention in anxiety and depression for 11–25-year-olds. They are interested in non-clinical approaches and building a stronger evidence base for what is effective. They want evidence to be translated into practice and believe in scaling solutions that are proven.
The trust awards grants of approximately £8 million a year. These grants support youth, mental health, and community charities working on the front line with young people, as well as universities and institutes researching better treatments for mental ill health and advocating for improvements.
As the Head of Grants, you will join a small team in a key strategic leadership position. The main purpose of the role is to develop and deliver the organisation's grants programme. Reporting to the Director and working closely with trustees, you will set the direction for grant activities and lead the team to both create new funding rounds and oversee the impact of the grants portfolio.
The organisation’s approach is to build long-term relationships with grantees – they want to develop both their competence and reputation as an expert funder. The Head of Grants will lead this effort to learn from grantees, listen to the needs of the sector, identify effective practices, and inform future funding activities.
This is a unique opportunity to join an organisation in the early years of its existence, to shape the organisation's grant-making process, and to make an impact in an area you are passionate about. Together with the Director and Head of Sector Engagement, this role will help lead the charity in building its reputation and impact in young people’s mental health.
The successful candidate will have significant grant-making and leadership experience, with a track record of setting the direction for grant-making and programme delivery. You will be an organised project leader with experience creating and improving processes in a small, growing organisation. You will be an empowering manager who sets direction clearly and has extensive experience managing relationships with advisors and board members.
As a specialist recruitment practice, we are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations and welcome applications from all sections of society. We invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you throughout the application process. Should you require any assistance with your application, please do not hesitate to reach out to Matt at Prospectus.
To apply, please submit your CV in the first instance. If your experience is suitable, we will send you the full job description and arrange a call to brief you on the role.
Why work for us?
At CARE International UK we affirm the dignity, potential and contribution of participants, donors, partners and staff. Our actions are consistent with our mission. We are honest and transparent in what we do and say and accept responsibility for our collective and individual actions. We work together effectively to serve the larger community. We constantly challenge ourselves to the highest levels of learning and performance to achieve greater impact.
At CARE International UK, we are committed to creating a workplace that fosters innovation, collaboration, and personal growth. We believe in making a difference and offer you the opportunity to contribute to impactful humanitarian work. Our supportive environment, emphasis on professional development, and dedication to diversity and inclusion make CARE an exceptional place to advance your career.
We are seeking a Risk and Internal Audit Manager to lead our risk management and internal audit initiatives. This critical role involves developing a robust risk management framework, conducting thorough internal audits, and ensuring compliance with donor requirements. The successful candidate will demonstrate an understanding of humanitarian issues and standards, including codes of conduct and accountability principles, and possess a working knowledge of French or Spanish. Exceptional communication skills and the ability to influence stakeholders are essential.
About you
You are a highly skilled professional with a Chartered Institute of Internal Auditors (CIA) certification or a full CCAB qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA). Your extensive experience in risk management and internal audit, particularly within an international NGO or a similar environment, equips you with the necessary expertise to excel in this role. You are a strategic thinker with excellent communication skills, capable of engaging and influencing stakeholders at all levels. Your analytical prowess and problem-solving abilities, combined with your self-motivation and proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, set you apart.
About the role
As the Risk and Internal Audit Manager, you will play a pivotal role in fortifying our organisation by overseeing both risk management and internal audit operations. You will develop and manage CARE International UK’s risk management framework, maintain and update the organisation’s risk register, and provide regular risk management reports. You will also develop and execute an annual internal audit plan, ensuring compliance with recognised auditing standards. Your role involves coordinating with various CARE entities and overseeing specialist audits in areas like cybersecurity and GDPR. International travel will be required to support CARE International UK funded programmes.
About CARE
CARE International UK is part of a global confederation dedicated to fighting poverty and social injustice. We work in over 100 countries, supporting life-saving programs and advocating for policy changes to improve the lives of the world’s most vulnerable populations. Our mission is to save lives, defeat poverty, and achieve social justice. Joining CARE means becoming part of a team that is passionate about making a tangible difference in the world.
Safeguarding
CARE International UK has a zero-tolerance approach to any abuse to, sexual harassment of or exploitation of, a vulnerable adult or child by any of our staff, representatives or partners. CARE International UK expects all staff to share this commitment through our Safeguarding Policy (link here) and our Code of Conduct (link here). They are responsible for ensuring they understand and work within the remit of these policies throughout their time at CARE International UK.
Safeguarding our beneficiaries is our top priority in everything we do, including recruitment. All offers of employment at CARE International UK are subject to:
- satisfactory references. CARE International UK participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme (link here).In line with this Scheme, we will request information from successful applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment.
- appropriate criminal record checks (including a Bridger check, link here).
By submitting an application, the applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.
Equality and Diversity
We are committed to Equality and value Diversity.
We are a Disability Confident Employer and particularly welcome applications from disabled people. We guarantee interviews to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role (see person specification). If you require the candidate brief or need to submit your application in an alternative format, because of a disability, please do get in touch by sending an email to our HR team.
We also encourage people from Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds or LGBT+ to apply for roles at CARE International UK.
Please note that in compliance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006, all job offers at Care International UK are conditional on eligibility to work in the UK
Closing date: 6 December 2024
Interview date: TBC
Norfolk Wildlife Trust are seeking a highly motivated and organised Fundraising Assistant to join our successful and dynamic Fundraising Team.
Fundraising Assistant
Salary: £22,750 - £23,500 FTE per annum
Contract type: Permanent
Working hours: Full time
Location: Norfolk Wildlife Trust, Bewick House 22 Thorpe Road, Norwich, Norfolk, NR1 1RY
As Fundraising Assistant, you will report to, and work closely with, the Grants and Philanthropy Manager, under the overall leadership of the Director of Development and Partnerships. You will also work with the Senior Philanthropy Officer, Corporate Partnerships Manager, Supporter Development Manager, Corporate Fundraising Officer, Grants Officer, Fundraising Officer (Claims) and Fundraising Officer (Legacies).
You will be joining the Norfolk Wildlife Trust Fundraising team – a supportive, innovative and welcoming team, responsible for Individual Giving, Major Donors, Grants and Trusts, Legacies, Community Fundraising as well as Corporate Supporters. This team is tasked with providing, maintaining and growing the income of the Trust. We have a particularly exciting and challenging period ahead as the Trust seeks to source funding for its ambitious new strategy 'A Wilder Norfolk for All'. With responsibility for the administration of the efforts of the Fundraising Team, you will work closely with colleagues in Nature Conservation, Nature Recovery, our Visitor Centres, PR and Comms and Engagement.
You will play a pivotal role in the efficient operation of NWT's fundraising systems and effective recording of the Team's communications and income details on the Trust's CRM system.
Norfolk Wildlife Trust prides itself in having an excellent reputation for managing its relationships with donors, sponsors, funders and potential funders sensitively at all times. You will play an important role in assisting with the stewardship of our supporters by coordinating our regular contact strategy with donors and provide administrative support to the Director of Development and Partnerships, Grants and Philanthropy Manager and Senior Philanthropy Officer.
Working closely with other fundraising officers, you will make a direct contribution to the work of the team through supporting the Fundraising Officers in delivering supporter stewardship events, co-ordinating collection boxes, online giving schemes and small-scale community giving.
You will be responsible for drafting and co-ordinating communications acknowledging supporter donations and Donations in Memory.
Being at the front-line of communication, you will maintain a positive, pleasant and 'can-do' attitude in dealings with all those inside and outside the organisation. You will have demonstrable administrative and customer facing experience. The role would be ideal for someone interested in progressing a career in fundraising.
The role is 5 days (35 hours) per week, however part-time hours or a variation to this working pattern will be considered for the right candidate.
The closing date for receipt of applications is 5pm on Monday 2nd December 2024. Applications received after that date will not be considered.
Interviews are likely to take place w/c 9th December 2024, at Bewick House, 22 Thorpe Road, Norwich, NR1 1RY.
We regret that we are unable to reply to all applicants due to the quantity of correspondence. We will only contact you if you have been selected for an interview. If you have not heard from us by 9th December 2024, you should assume your application has not been successful on this occasion.
Thank you for your interest in the Trust, and good luck with your application.
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.
No agencies please.
Interserve GBI is part of the International Fellowship of Interserve, a global community of Christians called to serve the peoples of Asia and the Arab World and to make Jesus known.
This strategic role offers an opportunity to develop and grow Interserve’s engagement with new and existing supporters, whilst contributing to our value of wholistic cross-cultural ministry.
We are seeking a relational, engaging, creative individual, with a proven track record in an external communications or campaigns role to lead our small Engagement Team.
In this role you would be responsible for:
- Development, management and implementation of the Communications Strategy for Interserve GBI and its publications;
- Ensuring that communications and information-flow across the organisation are effective and co-ordinated;
- Oversight of the work of the Engagement Team in linking with churches and individuals;
- Management of Interserve’s fundraising approach, donor relations and activities;
- Building an effective online and social media presence that supports the objectives of engagement, including appropriately targeted media traffic that best serves Interserve’s different audiences.
If you are someone who has the ability to lead a team to implement new ideas and initiatives creatively, with strong fundraising/donor relations skills and to build collaborative relationships across our organisation; then you may be just the person we are looking for.
In return, our National Office offers a welcoming, prayerful community, with a commitment to supporting staff wellbeing, learning and development and flexible working arrangements.
This is a full time role, which comes with a salary of £47,613,45 and a contributory pension scheme.
PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT APPLY
The role can be worked from our National Office in Birmingham and some remotely from home. There is a minimum of one day per week in the office, more during the first 3 months.
If you would like to apply, please send your CV with a covering letter and completed application and monitoring form.
Further information including the job description, person specification and application form can be found on our website.
Interserve is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk and expects all within the Interserve community to share this commitment. DBS certificates will be required for all employees.
This role has an occupational requirement for the candidate to be a practicing Christian.
Closing date for applications: Sunday 8th December. Successful applicants will be interviewed on 12th/13th December at our National Office in Birmingham.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
CHAS are looking for a High Profile Events Executive to plan and deliver show-stopping events that make a real difference!
Our High Profile Events team will support our “It’s Not Just a Hospice” appeal and will play a critical role in CHAS’s mission to provide unwavering care to children who may die young and their families.
CHAS’ high-profile events team designs inspiring, unforgettable experiences across Scotland, including our glittering Fawkes-y Ladies Lunch, the annual Rocking Horse Ball, and winter wonderland events in Aberdeen, Glasgow, and Edinburgh.
Joining our newly integrated Partnerships and High Profile Events Team, you will work with a talented and experienced team of professionals who are committed to raising a significant income for CHAS by providing exceptional experiences and stewardship for our supporters and partners.
Your Role at CHAS
As part of our award-winning Income Generation and Engagement Directorate, the High Profile Events Executive will sit within the Partnership and Philanthropy team. You will report to the High Profile Events Manager and project manage three CHAS high profile events to generate income towards supporting children and families across Scotland.
This role will contribute to CHAS’s strategic vision, which includes a fundraising goal of £75 million (including £16.3 million from the major appeal) over the next five years to sustain CHAS’s life-changing work and fund key projects like the Rachel House redevelopment.
About You
To excel in this role, you’ll bring:
- Experience of working on large scale fundraising events
- Planning and organising skills required for effective event project management
- Excellent communication and Relationship-building skills, with the ability to deal with staff, volunteers, suppliers and general public in an appropriate and effective manner
- High level of accuracy and numeracy skills as role requires regular cash handling and managing budgets
- Demonstrable experience with Microsoft Office and databases.
- Innovative, commercially minded approach.
- Passion for CHAS’ mission: A commitment to making a tangible difference for families facing a child’s life-limiting condition.
Why Join CHAS?
At CHAS, we’re committed to making sure that no one has to face the death of their child alone. We provide unwavering care through a unique model that spans hospices, hospitals, and homes, providing comfort, choice, and dignity to children who may die young and their families.
Working with CHAS means making an extraordinary impact every day in a supportive, collaborative environment. Here’s what we offer:
- Flexible Working: Embrace hybrid options with time split between home and onsite in any of our sites in Edinburgh, Glasgow, Kinross or Balloch, with family-friendly working arrangements.
- Professional Development: Exposure to a range of fundraising activities and continuous learning opportunities.
- Supportive Culture: Work alongside a high-performing, award-winning team dedicated to achieving ambitious goals through innovation and partnership.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy generous annual leave, a competitive pension, incremental salary progression, Blue Light discounts, and extensive health and wellbeing support.
What if you don’t meet all the job requirements?
At CHAS we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome, supported, and valued. We celebrate diversity and inclusivity, recognising that everyone’s journey is unique. We believe in the power of transferable skills, so if you don’t have the exact qualifications or background listed but believe your experience and skills are a great fit, we encourage you to apply. Feel free to reach out to Iain or our team for a chat to explore how you could be a great addition to our team.
Interested in Joining Us?
If you’re ready to take on this exciting role, we’d love to hear from you! Click apply, to answer a few questions and upload a CV or complete our full application form.
For an informal discussion about the position, please reach out to our Director of Income Generation and Engagement, Iain McAndrew.
Application Deadline: Sunday 8 December 2024 (11:59pm)
Interview Date: Preliminarily scheduled for Wednesday 18 December 2024
This role is subject to a PVG/Basic Disclosure check (level required will depend on base location).