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Youth and Community Leader
Oasis@Knights (Streatham/Brixton Hill, South London)
40 hours per week (1.0FTE)
Permanent
Salary: £38,441 per annum
Want to lead a Youth Centre offering a diverse range of activities for the local community?
Want to enable young people to thrive?
Want to be lead a dynamic, passionate and impactful team?
Knights Youth Centre (KYC) was established in 1936 as an independent Christian Charity. The centre provides a range of universal and targeted youth work programmes in partnership with a number of statutory and voluntary organisations and is located on the boundary of the Clapham Park Estate (the largest estate in the Borough of Lambeth) in an area of high social need. In 2025 KYC is joining the Oasis family of charities and will be known as Oasis@Knights. Oasis’ vision is for community, a place where everyone is included, making a contribution and reaching their God-given potential. There is also the exciting opportunity to collaborate with the Oasis St Martins Village in nearby Tulse Hill, our new village that works with local partners to provide a welcoming inclusive space to provide opportunities for young people and tackle issues such as school attendance and exclusions.
We are seeking an experienced and visionary Youth and Community Leader to manage and develop the work at Oasis@Knights. This is an opportunity to lead a team committed to making a tangible difference in the lives young people, their families and the broader community. The successful candidate will be responsible for strategic leadership and operational management, which includes overseeing a range of youth and community activities. A critical aspect of this role involves fundraising, business development, and monitoring the impact of all initiatives.
Key responsibilities include:
· Overseeing youth provision, including mentoring, youth clubs and targeted interventions.
· Ensuring effective financial management and income generation to sustain and expand services.
· Managing and growing a team of staff and volunteers, ensuring alignment with Oasis’ ethos and values.
· Building strong partnerships with local stakeholders to support the delivery of impactful youth projects.
· Developing and maintaining monitoring and evaluation frameworks to demonstrate the impact of activities.
· Working with the building narrative to ensure compliance with health and safety, safeguarding, and other statutory requirements.
The successful post holder must have:
· A degree-level qualification or equivalent in youth work, community development or a related field.
· Proven experience in leading youth projects and managing diverse teams.
· Strong fundraising and income generation skills, with the ability to create and implement successful strategies.
· Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships.
· Knowledge of safeguarding practices and experience working with young people in challenging environments.
· A track record of developing and implementing strategic plans in partnership with stakeholders.
· A commitment to the Oasis ethos and values, including inclusion, equality, and perseverance.
As part of the package, Oasis offers:
· A pension scheme, offering 7% employer contribution.
· A generous holiday allowance, starting at 25 days per year (plus 8 Bank Holidays).
· Policies which promote well-being and are family friendly.
To apply, please send your CV and a Supporting Statement (no more than two A4 pages) for further information please visit the Oasis Charity Jobs Website.
Please expand on your CV to tell us about relevant skills, experience and qualification you have, that relate to the job description and person specification.
We actively encourage applications from people of all ethnic backgrounds and underrepresented groups. If you require assistance or adjustments to overcome potential barriers during the recruitment process, please let us know.
Completed applications should be returned by 9am on Wednesday 19th February 2025.
Interviews will take place at the Youth Centre on Thursday 27th February 2025.
We actively encourage applications from people of all ethnic backgrounds and underrepresented groups. If you require any assistance to overcome potential barriers during the recruitment process, please let us know.
Oasis is committed to making a difference to the lives of the communities it works in, and as such you must show a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the values and behaviours which flow from the Oasis ethos. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks.
The successful candidates must have the right to work in the UK. Oasis cannot assist with sponsorship or visas.
Oasis supports Equal Opportunities. Registered Charity No. 1163889
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
At The Elephant Group, we believe talent is everywhere, but opportunity is not. That’s where we come in. We’re on a mission to create fairer access to top universities for talented young people from underrepresented backgrounds. As our Programme Coordinator, you’ll play a significant role in helping us drive this change.
This is a chance to blend a love of delivering content to audiences via virtual and in person events with an enthusiasm for working with large groups of young people, schools and university partners. As well as this, you’ll have a flair for providing fantastic customer service with great project management, professional communication and organisation skills to juggle multiple events and programmes simultaneously. Lastly above all, you’ll have a passion for our mission to support young people to reach their full potential.
In the role, you’ll support our Head of Programmes in the delivery of our transformative programmes – Elephant Access and Meta Method. Programme Coordinators are at the heart of our programme delivery, taking an important role in managing our online and in-person activities including webinars, school visits, and larger events such as our annual Launch, Spring Conference, and Summer Academy events. They also support our evaluation including data gathering and analysis, and lead our social media strategy for students.
We are a small charity with big plans. In 2024 we were short listed for the “Student Mobility Impact Award” and our inspiring CEO Jayne Taylor, was a finalist in the “Rising Chief Executive” category at the Third Sector Awards.
This is a brilliant opportunity for a warm, relatable, hard-working graduate to make a difference from the work you do (as well as developing yourself) working in a fast-paced ambitious charity. Come and join our friendly herd!
Salary: £23,000- £26,000 depending on experience
Contract: Permanent (subject to a successful probation review at 3 months)
Hours: Full-time only (we are not able to offer job share or compressed hours)
Benefits: 28 days holiday plus 3 days at Christmas and bank holidays, 5% pension contribution, hybrid working, training & development opportunities
Location: Midlands/Yorkshire- Hybrid. Travel to partner schools in the Midlands & Yorkshire 2-3 times a week depending on business need (you must be able to drive), and occasional travel to London
You will need a suitable home working space. We will provide your equipment including furniture if required. You need to reside in Midlands or Yorkshire. Frequent organisational travel is expected with expenses paid.
Essential Skills and Experience
We welcome applications from people that have an enthusiasm for our social justice mission, the desire to develop themselves in the role and the following:
• Confident, articulate public speaking, presenting and chairing to large groups including young people.
• Enjoys delivering front led & interactive content.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills .
• Excellent programme/ project / event management skills .
• Self-organised with an ability to prioritise
• You must have a valid driving licence
• Energised by interacting with our young people and enjoys delivering fantastic professional customer service.
• Able to work proactively to overcome obstacles to achieve the organisation’s goals with a zeal for achieving excellence.
• Comfortable working in a changing environment using your initiative.
• Hold a undergraduate or post graduate UK degree (Graduated within the last 5 years)
Please apply via charityjob only.
Before you apply, please read the application pack attached carefully.
As part of your cover letter - you need state which town/city (or nearest if rural) and county you live in. E.g Sheffield, South Yorkshire
Your cover letter must be no more than 500 words in length.
NB: You may find it helpful to write your cover letter using the "role in more detail" with one paragraph heading per section, explaining with evidence, how your skills and experience match it:
Programme delivery
Event logistics
Presentations / school visits
Communications / marketing
We’re on a mission to create fairer access to top universities & courses for talented young people from underrepresented backgrounds.
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We are looking for a Visitor Experience Officer to help develop and deliver the visitor experience, organise events, contribute to Abernethy reserve social media channels, and encourage support for nature conservation at the Loch Garten Nature Centre on Abernethy Reserve.
Visitor Experience Officer
Reference: JAN20254727
Location: Abernethy
Salary: £24,890.00 - £26,720.00 per annum
Hours: Full-Time, 37.5 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Benefits: Pension scheme (7%), Life Assurance scheme, 26 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays)
Located in the heart of Abernethy reserve, surrounded by Caledonian pine forest and in the shadow of the mighty Cairngorms, the Nature Centre is one of the RSPB’s most high-profile visitor facilities, with a legacy of delivering a top-quality visitor experience spanning over sixty-five years.
The Nature Centre is a 7-day-a-week seasonal facility (April to October) with a visitor experience focussed on Abernethy reserve, in particular the Caledonian pine forest and the species which live there, as well as the work of the Cairngorms Connect partnership.
During the Nature Centre season, with the Visitor Experience Manager and the seasonal team, you will help maintain and deliver the first-class visitor attraction; guaranteeing a high quality, on brand, visitor experience for all and maintaining exceptional customer care standards
You will also plan and deliver small events and maximise support for nature through encouraging membership of the RSPB, for which you will receive full training. You will deputise for the Visitor Experience Manager and help lead the seasonal team of staff and volunteers.
We have recently developed a Changing Places facility for those with disabilities and upgraded two woodland trails to make them more accessible. This represents an exciting new era for the Loch Garten Nature Centre, and we are keen to share these upgraded facilities with a wider audience, helping more people to connect with the nature surrounding them, and growing support for nature conservation.
You will occasionally be asked to patrol the local trails in the evening with a colleague, to engage with visitors who may be wild camping, ensuring the forest and local communities are protected from visitor impacts, including wildfire.
Outwith the season you will plan, develop and deliver audience-building events and assist the Visitor Experience Manager in planning for the following season.
Responsibilities:
- Ensure the efficient and smooth day-to-day running of the Centre, upholding exceptional customer care standards for all
- Deliver a top-class experience for all visitors, ensuring everyone has positive and memorable contact with the RSPB, including giving talks and guided walks
- Promote RSPB membership to visitors and recruit new members, ensuring stringent fundraising standards are met.
- Work with the Visitor Experience Manager to organise the seasonal team, volunteers and rotas
- Plan and deliver income-generating events to attract new audiences
- Produce regular, engaging content for reserve social media platforms, including occasional blogs, ensuring communication is of a high standard and adheres to RSPB Brand guidelines
- Deputise for the Visitor Experience Manager and provide cover for colleagues as required.
Essential skills, knowledge and experience:
- A passion for nature and conservation
- Computer literate in Microsoft Office
- Knowledge and experience of visitor engagement techniques and delivering a high-quality visitor offer
- Proven ability to recruit members to a charity
- Experience of planning and delivering successful, income-generating events
- Experience of creating engaging social media posts, particularly on Facebook and Instagram
- Proven ability to plan and prioritise workloads
- A team player, with the ability to also work on own initiative
- Ability and willingness to work flexibly including weekends and occasional evenings
- 4 National 5s / GCSEs (or equivalent) at grades A-C.
Desirable skills, knowledge, and experience:
- Delivering against targets and KPI’s
- Working knowledge of Equal Opportunities & Diversity
- Health and Safety in the workplace
- Ability to travel in rural areas during work hours without reliance on public transport.
Closing date: 23:59, Sunday, 23rd February 2025
Please note that we are actively recruiting for this position and reserve the right to close this vacancy once sufficient applications have been received.
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.
As part of this application process you will be asked to complete an application form including evidence on how you meet the skills, knowledge, and experience listed above.
We are committed to developing an inclusive and diverse RSPB, in which everyone feels supported, valued, and able to be their full selves. To achieve our vision of creating a world richer in nature, we need more people, and more diverse people, on nature’s side. People of colour and disabled people are currently underrepresented across the environment, climate, sustainability, and conservation sector. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled, we are particularly interested in receiving your application. Contact us to discuss any additional support you may need to complete your application.
The RSPB is an equal opportunities employer. This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract.
No agencies please.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours per week
Location: Hybrid working between Vauxhall, London (3 days in the office per week) and home
Contract: Permanent
Do you want to work with a multiple charity of the year winner? We are FoodCycle, and our vision is to make food poverty, loneliness and food waste a thing of the past for every community. We connect communities, reducing loneliness and food poverty – working with thousands of volunteers and surplus food to help everyone who needs us. By creating welcoming spaces for people from all walks of life to meet, eat and have conversations, we are supporting people’s health and mental wellbeing.
You will support our mission by ensuring efficient office operations and maintaining a safe and organized work environment. You will have the opportunity to liaise with all levels of the organisation, from the CEO to the volunteers who work at our community meals. No two days will be the same, and tasks will range from organising travel for regional teams, sending out equipment to support new Projects launches, and answering the main office telephone to supporting larger projects like our annual guest surveys.
You will have the opportunity to improve processes and seek efficiencies. You will be an excellent communicator, with great organisational skills and previous experience in an office environment. You will be confident answering phone calls, including from vulnerable people, and be able to work on various projects at once. This is a hybrid role, with 3 days a week at our Head Office, so you will need to live within a one hour commute of Vauxhall, London.
Benefits: We offer 26.5 days holiday plus bank holidays, and additional holiday for length of service (pro-rata for part-time). Our healthcare package allows staff to claim money back on healthcare bills and includes access to telephone counselling and online GP appointments.
How to apply:Please upload a CV of no more than two sides, and a covering note/letter of no more than two sides explaining why you are suitable for the role, via our vacancy website.
Deadline for your application:11.59pm on Sunday 16th February 2025.
Interview process: Shortlisted candidates will need to complete a 30 minute task prior to being invited to interview. We will shortlist applications as they come in, so we recommend applying early.
Interviews: planned for Wednesday 19th February 2025.
Inclusivity: FoodCycle is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.
Safeguarding: Safeguarding is Everyone’s business – FoodCycle is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare / wellbeing of children, young people and adults at risk. This role will therefore require a satisfactory Basic DBS check.
Please note that you will need to have existing Right to Work in the UK to apply for this role. We are unable to provide visa sponsorship.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Do you want to work with a leading advocacy charity organisation supporting those in need?
Do you have experience of working or volunteering in welfare, support or health and social care and are looking for a new challenge?
Are you keen to make a difference to people who want to be heard?
Then come and join us here at VoiceAbility.
We are looking for two new Advocates to join our team in Essex. We are seeking applicants who have transferable skills, a willingness to learn and a desire to help those in need of support.
About us
VoiceAbility is an independent charity and one of the UK’s largest providers of advocacy and involvement services. We deliver a wide range of service contracts funded by local authorities, health trusts and other voluntary and private sector organisations.
We’ve been supporting people to have their say in decisions about their health, care, and wellbeing for over 40 years. We make sure people are heard when it matters most. For more information on what Advocacy is and the services offered then please visit our website.
About the role
We have an exciting opportunity for an Advocate to join our team covering Essex. Your role will require you to travel to locations such as clients’ homes, hospitals, care homes and within community settings across the area to meet with clients and professionals. You will be home based for administration; therefore, access to your own transportation and a suitable home internet connection is essential.
About you
Desirably you will have some experience of working in advocacy, or providing welfare, supporting, or caring for Adults or young people who have support needs, ideally for those with a variety of communication needs, mental ill health, physical health issues, or barriers to accessing education and support.
You should have worked or volunteered in health, social care, welfare, support services, education or young person’s services, or advice and guidance.
How will you make a difference?
You will be responsible for ensuring the individual’s wishes, feelings, beliefs, needs, and values are met to create positive outcomes for the people you support.
You will support people to speak up for themselves and grow in confidence, equip them to understand and exercise their rights and options, and will assist them in the decision-making process relating to their care, treatment, and support.
You will work resourcefully and collaboratively with the individuals you support. You’ll be creative in your approach to empower our clients by ensuring you meaningfully explain people’s options and rights to them. You’ll support individuals to fully participate in decisions affecting them and will make sure they have their voices heard.
Professional Development?
You will have plenty of opportunities to enhance your professional abilities and you will make a real difference every day. Advocates are expected to be willing to gain, or to already hold, the Level 3 Award in Independent Advocacy Practice with disciplines suitable for the role they work in.
Benefits:
- 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, pro-rata for part time colleagues
- 5% employer pension & 3% employee contribution
- Salary sacrifice pension scheme
- Separate Life Assurance Cover
- Staff discount scheme including retail discounts, entertainment, holidays etc
- Discounted Gym Membership; Employee Assistance programme
- Supportive working environment fostering a good work/life balance
- Support with continuous professional development
Equality and Diversity
VoiceAbility believes in fostering an inclusive workplace which welcomes, values and celebrates the diversity of its staff and partners, treats all on a basis of equality and encourages all to meet their maximum potential.
VoiceAbility are a Disability Confident employer, any applicant that identifies themselves as having a disability and can demonstrate that they meet all the essential criteria for the role will be offered an interview. If you need to apply in a different way, please contact HR for further options.
How to apply
To apply for this role please sign up for a recruitment account by clicking the apply button on this page. Follow the instructions to create your account, upload your CV, and complete our short application form.
Important Dates:
Closing date for applications: 5pm on Friday 6 February 2025, however, VoiceAbility reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy before this date.
Interview date: Friday 14 February 2025
Don’t forget to read the person specification so you can tell us about yourself and how your skills, abilities and experiences match the criteria outlined in the person specification.
Hint: you can use work, personal and/or voluntary experiences, and examples to tell us why you should be our next Advocate.
We look forward to hearing from you.
NB: If you don't already hold the Independent Advocacy Practice qualification, and you are successful in your application, it is a requirement that you complete the core element within 12 months of commencing the training. VoiceAbility will fund this training.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Do you want to work with a leading advocacy charity organisation supporting those in need?
Do you have experience of working or volunteering in welfare, support or health and social care and are looking for a new challenge?
Are you keen to make a difference to people who want to be heard?
Then come and join us here at VoiceAbility.
We are looking for an Advocate to join our team in Newham. We are seeking applicants who have transferable skills, a willingness to learn and a desire to help those in need of support.
About us
VoiceAbility is an independent charity and one of the UK’s largest providers of advocacy and involvement services. We deliver a wide range of service contracts funded by local authorities, health trusts and other voluntary and private sector organisations.
We’ve been supporting people to have their say in decisions about their health, care, and wellbeing for over 40 years. We make sure people are heard when it matters most. For more information on what Advocacy is and the services offered then please visit our website.
About the role
We have an exciting opportunity for an Advocate to join our team covering Newham. Your role will require you to travel to locations such as clients’ homes, hospitals, care homes and within community settings across the area to meet with clients and professionals. You will be home based for administration; therefore, access to your own transportation and a suitable home internet connection is essential.
This is a full-time role for 35 hours per week, applicants who do not hold the IAP or IAQ qualification will start on £24,500 per annum.
About you
Desirably you will have some experience of working in advocacy, or providing welfare, supporting, or caring for Adults or young people who have support needs, ideally for those with a variety of communication needs, mental ill health, physical health issues, or barriers to accessing education and support.
You should have worked or volunteered in health, social care, welfare, support services, education or young person’s services, or advice and guidance.
How will you make a difference?
You will be responsible for ensuring the individual’s wishes, feelings, beliefs, needs, and values are met to create positive outcomes for the people you support.
You will support people to speak up for themselves and grow in confidence, equip them to understand and exercise their rights and options, and will assist them in the decision-making process relating to their care, treatment, and support.
You will work resourcefully and collaboratively with the individuals you support. You’ll be creative in your approach to empower our clients by ensuring you meaningfully explain people’s options and rights to them. You’ll support individuals to fully participate in decisions affecting them and will make sure they have their voices heard.
Professional Development?
You will have plenty of opportunities to enhance your professional abilities and you will make a real difference every day. Advocates are expected to be willing to gain, or to already hold, the Level 3 Award in Independent Advocacy Practice with disciplines suitable for the role they work in.
Benefits:
- 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, pro-rata for part time colleagues
- 5% employer pension & 3% employee contribution
- Salary sacrifice pension scheme
- Separate Life Assurance Cover
- Staff discount scheme including retail discounts, entertainment, holidays etc
- Discounted Gym Membership; Employee Assistance programme
- Supportive working environment fostering a good work/life balance
- Support with continuous professional development
Equality and Diversity
VoiceAbility believes in fostering an inclusive workplace which welcomes, values and celebrates the diversity of its staff and partners, treats all on a basis of equality and encourages all to meet their maximum potential.
VoiceAbility are a Disability Confident employer, any applicant that identifies themselves as having a disability and can demonstrate that they meet all the essential criteria for the role will be offered an interview. If you need to apply in a different way, please contact HR for further options.
How to apply
To apply for this role please sign up for a recruitment account on our website. Follow the instructions to create your account, upload your CV, and complete our short application form.
Important Dates:
Closing date for applications: 9am 10 February 2025, however, VoiceAbility reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy before this date.
Interview date: Friday 14 February 2025
Don’t forget to read the person specification so you can tell us about yourself and how your skills, abilities and experiences match the criteria outlined in the person specification.
Hint: you can use work, personal and/or voluntary experiences, and examples to tell us why you should be our next Advocate.
We look forward to hearing from you.
NB: If you don't already hold the Independent Advocacy Practice qualification, and you are successful in your application, it is a requirement that you complete the core element within 12 months of commencing the training. VoiceAbility will fund this training.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Vacancy Announcement
Policy and Advocacy Officer – NCD Prevention
London, United Kingdom
Title:Policy and Advocacy Officer – NCD Prevention
Contract Type:Employee (100%) or consultancy
Contract Duration:Fixed term until end of March 2026, with a 3-month probation period
Team:Policy, Advocacy and Accountability
Reporting to:Policy and Advocacy Manager – NCD Prevention
Start Date:April 2025
Location:Employment in London, United Kingdom (UK) or remote consultant
Deadline:Sunday, 23 February 2025, 23.59 CET
Salary Range:circa 3'000 GBP/month
Job description
The NCD Alliance (NCDA) seeks a UK-based officer to support our global policy and advocacy work, with a particular focus on noncommunicable disease (NCD) prevention. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates interested in working for a respected civil society organization, engaging with multilateral institutions and governments, and leading strategic advocacy and coalition building on a priority global health and development issues. The successful applicant will join our Policy, Advocacy and Accountability (PAA) team of 6 professionals located in Geneva and New York City.
NCDA is preparing a strategic advocacy campaign in the lead up to the fourth United Nations (UN) High-Level Meeting (HLM) on NCDs and Mental health in September 2025, and the officer will play an integral role in supporting NCDA’s engagement around and beyond this UN HLM. The officer will also support with several World Health Organization (WHO) processes and initiatives, including on air pollution as a major NCD risk factor, climate change and health, nutrition and food systems, social determinants of health and other NCD prevention priorities. This role provides an excellent opportunity for a motivated graduate to develop experience, networks and skillsets in global health policy and advocacy.
About the NCD Alliance
The NCD Alliance (NCDA) is a registered non-governmental organisation (NGO) based in Geneva, Switzerland, dedicated to supporting a world free from preventable suffering, disability and death caused by NCDs. Founded in 2009, NCDA brings together a unique network of over 400 members in more than 60 countries into a respected, united and credible global civil society movement. The movement is unified by the cross-cutting nature of common risk factors including unhealthy diets, harmful use of alcohol, tobacco smoking, air pollution and physical inactivity, and the system solutions for chronic NCDs such as cancer, cardiovascular disease, chronic lung disease, diabetes, mental health and neurological disorders.
NCDA is at the forefront of elevating NCDs onto the global health and development agenda through strategic relations with the WHO, UN, and governments, with staff around the world, including Geneva, London, and New York City. Our network includes global and national NGOs, scientific and professional associations, academic and research institutions, private sector entities and dedicated individuals.
NCDA’s activities aim to influence policy, raise awareness of NCDs, broker knowledge and good practice to prevent and treat NCDs. NCDA supports capacity development of NCD civil society organizations and alliances, mobilising a network of 70 national and regional NCD alliances around the world. Our achievements to date include supporting the adoption of landmark political commitments on NCDs – including from the UN HLMs on NCDs in 2011, 2014 and 2018, the global 2025 NCD targets, NCD-related targets in the Sustainable Development Goals and the declaration of the UN HLM on Universal Health Coverage (UHC) in 2019 and 2023.
NCDA is currently running a pivotal global advocacy campaign, in close collaboration with our network, in the lead up to the Fourth UN HLM on NCDs in 2025. NCDA continues to be the convening civil society voice advocating for action on existing NCD targets at the global level, and calling for governments, and other stakeholders, to be held accountable. Integration of NCDs into other global health priorities such as HIV, tuberculosis and maternal and newborn health are fundamental for reaching NCD targets, and organisations working on NCDs at regional and country levels are at the heart of an engaged civil society movement. The PAA team focuses on four impact goals: Prevention, Care, Financing and Community Engagement. More information about NCDA is available on our website.
The Policy and Advocacy Officer will:
oSupport the PAA team elevate the importance of addressing NCDs, in particular through health promotion and reducing exposure to the major NCD risk factors, within global health and development policy and political processes;
oSupport and enhance the impact and effectiveness of NCDA’s advocacy and accountability activities at the UN, WHO, and in other global fora;
oSupport the delivery of policy and advocacy activities and deliverables for partners and members (e.g. reports, events, conference sessions, webinars, etc.).
Main duties and responsibilities:
oTrack and analyse global policy processes and trends on NCD prevention with a particular focus on air pollution, climate change, food systems transformation and social determinants of health;
oIdentify opportunities to influence policy in these focus areas by sharing NCDA’s policy positions in relevant consultations and other processes, including around the next UN Climate Conference (UNFCCC COP30);
oRepresent NCDA at external meetings and initiatives relevant to NCD prevention policy;
oSupport NCDA’s activities in preparation of the UN HLM on NCDs in 2025, including analysing NCDA’s members priorities on NCD prevention, and monitor the roll-out of an advocacy plan on air pollution for the UN HLM on NCDs in coordination with NCDA’s members.
oDraft materials including reports, toolkits, briefings, statements, consultation submissions, op-eds, blogs, event concept notes, presentations and speeches to provide information to policymakers, partners and media as necessary;
oSupport the preparation of NCDA events, including strategic roundtables, high-level advocacy events, mission briefings and webinars, coordinating preparations, including the programme, speaker outreach, logistics, promotion and communications;
oAssist the PAA team to strengthen and build on existing partnerships and strategic relationships with NCD prevention champion governments, key teams at WHO, other relevant UN agencies, civil society, academia and other partners;
oSet up and maintain a process to monitor in-country developments on marketing, labelling and fiscal policy acrossNCD risk factors, identifying champions and opportunities to promote NCDA’s knowledge products on these policy areas;
oSupport the ongoing promotion of NCDA’s knowledge products on prevention with the communications team;
oSupport coordination with the partnerships and membership (P&M), capacity development (CD) and PAA teams,and liaise where relevant with NCDA’s network of NCD alliances, members and supporters on joint deliverables on priority prevention-related topics;
oMonitor and contribute to the Peer Learning Advocacy Network (PLAN) on NCD Prevention (including fortnightly updates, webinars, coordination of network input into relevant consultations, and identifying opportunities for joint outputs);
oSupport PAA team processes as required, including tasks that involve setting up processes, note-taking, planning and reporting.
Experience and skills:
Essential
oUniversity degree in public policy or a health-related subject, with a minimum of 1 year of relevant job or internship experience;
oStrong interest in public health, and knowledge of global health and development multilateral processes, particularly within the WHO;
oExcellent analysis, writing and oral communications skills in English, including presentation skills;
oAbility to make presentations and organise effective online meetings;
oExcellent organizational skills and ability to successfully manage competing priorities and meet deadlines with ability to take initiative;
oDeveloping judgment and strategic thinking;
oCapacity to work independently and collaboratively in an international team environment with solid interpersonal and communication skills;
oAvailability for international travel required (around 2 to 4 trips a year).
Desirable
oProfessional experience supporting policy development and the implementation of advocacy campaigns for non-profit organisations;
oKnowledge of, and professional experience on, issues related to NCD prevention, health determinants, air pollution, climate change and/or food systems;
oProfessional experience working with international institutions such as the WHO, UNEP or FAO;
oWorking knowledge of UN and WHO processes;
oPolicy research skills and experience;
oWritten and oral communication skills in other languages.
Requirements:
oFor a fixed-term employment contract in the UK, a British or Irish citizenship or valid work permit to work in the UK. Please note that only applicants with a pre-existing right to work in the UK can apply. We regret that we cannot support visa applications.
oFor a consultancy, registration as self-employed in your country of residence.
Terms of employment:
oStart date: April or May 2025
oDiversity and inclusion are central to the way we work at NCDA. We are committed to cultivating a fair and healthy environment, where everyone can be themselves and thrive. We are happy to discuss flexible working options for all roles. We work to ensure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible to everyone.
NCDA values:
Our work is underpinned by values which align with well-established principles of global health and sustainable development:
oPeople-centred
oCollaboration
oEquity, diversity and inclusion
oAccountability
oIndependence
oExcellence and results driven
Your application should include:
oA cover letter (no longer than two pages) outlining how you meet the required experience and competencies, and when you would be available for employment.
oYour curriculum vitae (no longer than two pages), including two references.
oOne relevant piece of your written work, this could be a presentation, short report, or article that you have written (main author) during your studies, while working or volunteering for another organization.
Important note: Sending incomplete applications reduces chances of being shortlisted.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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RoadPeace has an exciting opportunity for a compassionate individual to join our organisation and make a significant difference to our charity and to the lives of the road crash victims we support. We are seeking a highly organised, efficient and compassionate individual with good interpersonal skills to assist our Director of Support Services in the delivery of some of our most highly demanded support services. This will include providing emotional and practical support to victims of road crashes (bereaved and injured) in a highly sensitive and empathic manner and assist with providing regular supervision for volunteers and project-based activities
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We are expanding this vital role and looking for a full-time Money Course Coordinator to match our ambitious plans to equip more individuals with money skills. The primary purpose of this role is to manage Crosslight’s money skills courses that are attended by the local community as well as our debt advice clients. These are delivered in-person or online, taking place in a range of different locations across our network.
This role will involve taking ownership of the planning and running of our free and paid-for courses in all their forms. The role holder will act as a ‘champion’ for the courses, promoting them internally and externally, including through community engagement and outreach in different locations. And they will have the opportunity to deliver some of our workshops, as well as supporting and equipping our volunteers to do so to a high standard.
For the right candidate, this role is an exciting opportunity to play a part in supporting a wide range of people, through excellent organisational, interpersonal and presentation skills.
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Full training given
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Location flexible, with a minimum of two days per week in our London office and some evening working e.g. running or supporting with workshops and courses, and occasional forums, training and meetings (TOIL will be available); and regular travel to a range of locations
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Contract start date from 1st April, 2025
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Responsible to: Head of Fundraising and Communication
Responsible for: Supporters (Recruitment and stewardship)
Location: Loughborough, Leicestershire with travel across the country and to Cambridge when required.
Hours: 37.5 hours per week including occasional evening and weekend work
Contract: Permanent
About Baca: Baca is dedicated to supporting young, unaccompanied refugees aged 16 to 18, some of whom are victims of trafficking. Our mission is to place these young people at the heart of everything we do, helping them achieve their full potential.
Role Overview: We are seeking a passionate and proactive individual to coordinate and deliver our Fundraising, Engagement, and Communication strategy. This role involves engaging with a wide range of people to raise awareness, increase our supporter base, and generate income to support Baca's vision, mission, and values.
Key Responsibilities:
- Implement and coordinate Baca’s Fundraising and Engagement strategy.
- Develop and execute plans to increase donated income from individuals, CSR, crowdfunding, and community activities.
- Organize and coordinate fundraising and engagement events.
- Steward supporters, including donors, volunteers, partners, and advocates.
- Deliver Baca’s Communication strategy across various media channels.
- Ensure consistent application of brand guidelines in all communications.
- Collect and edit stories to raise awareness and build a supporter base.
- Generate tailored content to maximize income and engage stakeholders.
- Represent Baca in the community to raise awareness and recruit supporters.
- Maintain accurate supporter data and generate regular reports.
- Support young people projects that represent Baca’s vision externally.
- Ensure compliance with Fundraising and GDPR regulations.
Person Specification:
- Alignment with Baca’s values and mission.
- Ability to respond to change, be self-motivated, and flexible.
- Strong teamwork and partnership skills.
- Knowledge of the fundraising landscape is desirable.
- Accountability, responsibility, and a willingness to learn.
- Proactive and able to take initiative.
- Patience, calmness, and tenacity in challenging circumstances.
- Sensitivity and discretion in handling confidential information.
- Knowledge of issues facing unaccompanied asylum-seeking young people.
- Commitment to young asylum seekers and refugees.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to plan and deliver community engagement events.
- Problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to drive and access to a vehicle.
- Enhanced DBS check required.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a dedicated team making a real difference in young people's lives.
- Opportunity to develop and implement impactful strategies.
- Engage with diverse community groups and stakeholders.
- Supportive and dynamic work environment.
How to Apply: If you are passionate about making a difference and meet the above criteria, we would love to hear from you.
Join Baca and help us achieve our vision of empowering young asylum seekers to build a brighter future.
It is our mission to serve young people who have been forced to flee their home country – offering safe homes, education, therapeutic care and support
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Finance and Administrative Project Officer will play a crucial role in ensuring the financial integrity and administrative efficiency of our projects in the DRC. This position involves a wide range of responsibilities, including budget management, financial reporting, and compliance with donor requirements. Additionally, the role includes supporting partner NGOs in their organisational development, ensuring they meet donor requirements, and providing guidance on financial management. The officer will also be involved in procurement, travel logistics, and the publication of financial information.
This role is pivotal in maintaining strong relationships with funders and partners, contributing to the overall mission of RFUK to protect rainforests and support Indigenous Peoples and local communities.
Location: London (hybrid), France (remote) or Democratic Republic of Congo (remote/hybrid)
Candidates must have a pre-existing right to work in one of these countries. Please note RFUK is unable to cover any relocation costs.
Salary: GBP 33,835 in the UK / EUR 32,042 in France / USD $41,395 in DRC
Please note that all salary amounts are gross and exclusive of employee contributions and taxes. Variances in salary amounts are due to different employer costs. The DRC salary figure applies to DRC nationals only, as expats are subject to additional 25% tax.
RFUK operates a fixed salary grid, and salaries are non-negotiable.
Contract type: 12 months fixed-term (with the possibility of extension)
Other entitlements: 30 days annual holiday (in addition to Bank Holidays); other benefits depend on the location of the candidate
Hours of work: Full time, 35 hours a week
Start date: As soon as possible
Person Specification
The ideal candidate should be highly motivated and a detail-oriented professional with a background in financial management and administrative support, particularly within the context of international development or charity work. Excellent written and spoken fluency in both English and French is a non-negotiable requirement to ensure that you’re able to effectively communicate and collaborate with our diverse teams and partners.
Your experience should include managing project budgets, tracking expenditures, and producing high-quality financial reports. You should be well-versed in working with local NGOs, ensuring compliance with donor requirements, and supporting their organisational development.
Strong interpersonal skills, meticulous attention to detail, and ability to work under pressure are integral qualities for a member of the RFUK team. This role would suit someone who is eager to develop new skills and contribute to the cause of protecting rainforests and supporting Indigenous Peoples and local communities. You should be committed to the mission of RFUK and be enthusiastic about contributing to the success of our projects.
For further details regarding the role and specific qualifications required, please consult the Job Description.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We Are Survivors are looking for a new member of staff to come and join our growing Independent Sexual Violence Advisor (ISVA) team.
The ISVA team is focused on supporting survivors and their loved ones through the criminal justice system.
Your role will involve supporting the delivery of our quality assured ISVA service and associated intervention to primary and secondary beneficiaries, alongside the direct delivery of We are Survivors services. This role is also responsible for scheduling the use of the organisations Nightingale Suite where survivors can engage in the criminal justice process in a safe and comfortable environment.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About the opportunity
The Birmingham Programme Coordinator will be responsible for managing a caseload of up to seven partner schools, attending and coordinating weekly tutoring sessions, developing relationships with pupils, school staff and volunteer tutors and collecting data for monitoring and evaluation purposes. This role plays a crucial part in overseeing the quality of face to face and online tutoring sessions to ensure effective and impactful programme delivery.
Duties and responsibilities
- Responsible for the delivery of Action Tutoring’s tutoring programmes in partner schools, whether online or face to face. This includes working closely to manage and effectively communicate with all key stakeholders: schools, pupils and volunteer tutors; leading weekly face to face and online tutoring sessions; leading on reviewing and improving programme delivery, using data to reliably assess programme performance.
- Responsible for overseeing the quality of both face to face and online tutoring, engaging in quality assurance processes, and providing feedback to volunteer tutors to ensure effective and impactful delivery.
- Develop and strengthen relationships with key stakeholders in partner schools, including members of the Senior Leadership Team and subject teachers.
- Update and maintain Action Tutoring’s database, including collecting data for monitoring and evaluation purposes, such as attendance records, baseline and interim assessments and end of programme surveys. Reporting regularly on key performance indicators.
Key information:
Reports to: Midlands Programme Manager
Salary: £26,368 per annum
Contract and hours: Permanent, full-time. We offer flexible hours with 9.30-4 as core hours. A
full working week is 37.5 hours.
Closing date: Thursday 20th February 2025
Interviews: 3rd and 4th March 2025
Start date: Monday 7th April 2025
Place of work: This role is based at home with regular travel to schools in Birmingham and surrounding areas.
Application process:
Please submit a completed application form via our website.
In the form you will be asked to reflect on the statements below:
- Your ability to be resilient when things are not going the way you thought. Include clear examples of past experiences.
- Your ability to manage competing demands simultaneously. Include clear examples of past experiences.
- Tell us about how our organisational values are in line with your values.
Applications that fail to meet these criteria will automatically be discounted. We want you to have every opportunity to shine and to show us your talents—please let us know if there is anything we can do to make sure the assessment process works for you.
Please note, we do not accept CVs and cover letters. We only accept applications with the application form. We recognise that artificial intelligence (AI) such as 'ChatGPT' etc can be useful for applicants e.g. to shorten an initial draft and we are open to applicants utilising these tools in their application and in their roles. However, we would caution applicants not to rely too much on AI in drafting answers to application questions. We want to hear your authentic voice, and for the interview part in particular we will be looking for answers that use examples and experiences that are specific to you.
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