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Established in 1995, the Trust is the only charity devoted entirely to Sherwood – the world’s best loved forest.  Independent of any political, commercial or Government body, the Trust works to protect, preserve and promote this unique heritage landscape.  We have been, and continue to be, committed to various projects aimed at conserving the history and heritage of this historic woodland, nurturing biodiversity and fostering community and cultural engagement.  From tree planting initiatives to wildlife conservation efforts and telling the story about the peoples of Sherwood Forest, our work is driven by a passion for safeguarding this national treasure for generations to come.

In our new Chief Executive, we are looking for an individual who will provide leadership and identify and secure new sources of income to enable the Trust to continue on a firm financial footing alongside managing our staff and engaging with key stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

· Provides the strategic lead & champions the work of the SFT to external stakeholders.

· Manages the effective implementation of the business strategy and work programmes.

· Secures ongoing funding, including identification of new growth areas, work programme opportunities and diverse funding streams.

· Ensures effective and responsible control of finances in accordance with business strategy and SFT charitable objectives.

· Provides the Board of Trustees with appropriate and timely advice, regular progress reports and key performance metrics.

· Provides performance management and development support to staff, ensuring that they have clear objectives and the right skills to achieve them.

· Ensures compliance with charity law, statutory requirements and relevant guidance, via sound governance.

· Maintains personal expertise, remaining aware of new trends and focussing on continuous professional development.

Person Specification

Essential

• Experience of working in an organisation with environment, conservation or heritage at its core.
• Operated as a CEO or senior executive, with proven leadership and change management skills.
• Detailed understanding of P&L, budgeting, balance sheets, cash flow, income statements.

· Excellent verbal, written and digital communication skills, with the diplomacy required to effectively manage a wide range of stakeholders.

· A track record of initiating/developing new business and income streams.

· Ability to regularly attend the SFT office and other key locations within the Sherwood area.

Desirable

· Experience of working in charity/third sector organisation.

· Degree level education or equivalent.

· Familiarity with diverse business functions such as marketing, PR, finance.

· Experience of providing leadership of a dispersed team.

· Experience of working with and developing a positive, robust relationship with a Board of Trustees

· Experience of working with and managing volunteers.

· Knowledge of charity-related legislation and regulation, including its application and best practice.

Ambitious College is London's first specialist Day College for young people aged 16-25 with a primary diagnosis of autism. We believe that every young person attending Ambitious College deserves a fulfilling, happy and rewarding life. Our educational approach always focuses on the individual.

As part of our growth plans, we are looking for an Occupational Therapist to join this ambitious transdisciplinary team made up of OT's, Speech & Language Therapist and PBS specialists. You will have the opportunity to help support in service development, to embed occupational therapy for our autistic learners using our tiered model of therapy provision.

You will be working with the Ambitious about Autism Quality of Life framework to ensure our learners are accessing occupations that are meaningful and purposeful to them, to support them as they prepare for adulthood.

The successful candidate will:

• Be a Professionally Qualified Occupational Therapist to a degree or diploma level
• Be proactive in strengthening the effectiveness of the occupational therapy team by bringing knowledge and insight into service design
• Contribute to effective team development and monitoring, evaluating and improving service delivery to participate in supervision and continuing professional development
• Commitment to occupationally focused, person-centred and evidence-based practice.

• Contribute to and evaluate the training and development of teachers, parents and other professionals

We offer a wide range of benefits including a commitment to CPD (Continued Professional Development) excellent career opportunities, professional membership fees paid, welcome bonus of *£2000 - £4,000 and 40 days  holiday allowance + Bank holidays and  more!

For further details on how you can make a difference and find out what we have to offer, please see our recruitment pack below. 

If you have any questions about the role, please contact Stephen Vickers.

Equality of opportunity and diversity and we warmly welcome applications from all suitably-qualified candidates. We welcome applications regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, disability, or age. All applications will be considered solely on merit.

Ambitious about Autism is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. As part of our Safer Recruitment checks, an online search maybe carried out in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

The Safeguarding responsibilities of the post as per the job description and personal specification.
Whether the post is exempt from the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendment to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2021. This means that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected', so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS Filter Guidance.

Harris Hill are partnering with a fantastic charity, passionate about building better futures for people working in horticulture, in their search for a Gardens Commercial Development Director.

Location: The role is home-based with regular travel across the country (Herefordshire, Yorkshire & Suffolk)

Salary: Circa £70,000

 The 3 existing gardens in the portfolio, are effectively the ‘shop window’ to the charity. As such, the continued development of the gardens as profitable visitor attractions is an integral part of their 5 year strategy and critical to their future. 

Key responsibilities include:

• Working as part of the Senior Leadership Team across the totality of the organisation including collaboration with the Board, the Chief Executive and Senior Managers to define scope, goals and project deliverables.
• The development and execution of a strategy for each garden and aligned operational plans ensuring projects align with the charity’s strategy.
• Working in collaboration with Marketing & Fundraising team and the respective garden managers, to set and work towards achieving sales, membership and visitor targets.
• Taking overall accountability for the day to day running of the visitor attractions including but not limited to the management of the cafés, shops, memberships and events to maximise profitability.
• Effective team management fostering a collaborative environment and optimising team performance.
• Managing resources and considering how they can engage effectively with the local community, the public and other local organisations.

The successful candidate will have significant experience in the management of a visitor attraction (preferably in a horticultural setting), with the ability to think clearly and strategically. Commercial acumen with a proven track record in the development of existing income streams and the identification and maximisation of new ones is crucial, as is a detailed understanding of best practice associated with visitor attractions and the ability to analyse data to make informed decisions and develop innovative solutions. Exceptional management and team working skills with the ability to effectively communicate at all levels and build towards a shared vision is also a must.

If this sounds like you and you’re keen to hear more, please do get in touch ASAP for the full job pack!

Please note, only successful candidates will be contacted with further information.

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, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.

Harris Hill are delighted to be working with a medical membership charity to recruit for the Events Programme Manager in order to project manage the educational and scientific programme of all events, and to provide excellent support to all stakeholders involved in the organisation’s annual programme of events.

As the Events Programme Manager you will:

• Project manage the educational and scientific programme of all  events
• Coordinate the delivery of virtual Study Days (6-8 per year)
• Support Director, Head of and other colleagues to build and update event programmes, manage speakers, send welcome letters, answer queries, collect contact details, biographies, session titles, etc.
• Provide support before and during in-person events including room management and speaker preview rooms
• Provide support technology for virtual speakers, facilitate pre-recorded sessions via Zoom

In order to be successful, you must have experienced :

• Event experience gained working in a membership organisation, preferably in healthcare
• Experience working with different stakeholders, including speakers/chairs and event committees
• Demonstrable skills in physical and virtual event/meeting delivery
• Experience of using Zoom for virtual events and onboarding virtual speakers
• Proficient in Microsoft 365 or equivalent
• Excellent customer service skills
• Experience of using CRM to manage events
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written)

Salary: £36,000 per annum

Contract type: Permanent

Location: London, hybrid working

Deadline: on rolling basis

Interview: ASAP

Recruitment process: Cv and Supporting Statement to

If this sounds like you, then please do get in touch ASAP!

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, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.

The Ripple Pond supports adult family members of physically and/or psychologically injured British Armed Forces personnel and veterans.

As our Finance Manager, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the financial stability of our charity, directly impacting our ability to support our service users. Your work will span both operational and strategic aspects, maintaining financial excellence, integrity, and resilience.

Your expertise will be key to driving our charity's growth and development. As a member of our small team, you will be responsible for budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and process optimisation. Key responsibilities include leading management reporting, cash flow planning, and preparing the Charity Annual Report & Accounts.

We seek someone with a detailed knowledge of accounting principles, ideally within the charity sector, strong analytical skills, and the ability to demonstrate both operational and strategic thinking. Proficiency in accounting and a relevant finance qualification (ACA, ACCA, AAT, or QBE with equivalent experience) are essential.

This role requires advanced Excel skills, experience in charity accounts, and familiarity with the Charities Statement of Recommended Practice (SORP).

We are an inclusive charity that values work-life balance. This home-based role offers flexibility to agree on a working pattern that meets both your needs and those of the organisation.

While your work will generally follow a fixed pattern during office hours, Monday to Friday, you will be required to attend 4 to 6 trustee meetings and events per year, usually in London. The charity will cover reasonable travel costs for these events.

The role offers 96 hours of annual leave per year (30 days pro-rata), plus your birthday off.

Short listing will take place from 15 July 2024 candidates being called to interview on Wednesday 24th July 2024.

We look forward to receiving your application.

Battersea’s Human Resources department provides expert advice, guidance and support through partnership with managers, teams and people across the organisation. Our work involves everything from pay and benefits to providing learning and development solutions that support other departments achieve their strategic objectives. We do this to attract, retain and develop our people to be the best they can be, so we can be here for more dogs and cats. 

We are seeking an individual to join us as HR Systems and Data Manager, to manage our HR Information System (Ciphr), create and produce HR Management Information to inform organisational decision making (including our annual pay review), and oversee our outsourced payroll process.

The ideal candidate would be someone who is an experienced Systems Administrator of HR systems, has experience of managing or overseeing a payroll function and writing reports, and has good knowledge of HR and data protection policies and processes.

What we can offer you:

In return for your commitment to our cause and to recognise the value of our employees, Battersea offers a range of benefits to support the wellbeing of our employees. These include:

- 28 days of annual leave (plus 8 days paid public holidays) per year
- Discounted gym memberships and cycle to work schemes
- Employee Assistance Programme and access to Wellbeing Resources.
- Generous pension contributions – up to 10% employer contribution
- Free healthcare cash plan, where you can claim for a range of treatment including dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody and acupuncture every year.
- Annual interest-free season ticket loans

We are also committed to providing learning and development to our employees. During your time with us, we provide support for your professional and career development, including access to digital and in-person training programmes, leadership and management training, mentoring and much more.

Our hybrid working model:

We operate a 50% onsite hybrid working model, with our office-based staff splitting their time between site based and home working. This enables our office-based staff to balance the benefits of home working with onsite collaboration and maintaining a connection to our cause.

Diversity and inclusion:

At Battersea, we are committed to developing and supporting a diverse workforce and inclusive culture in all aspects of our organisation. We aim to ensure that this pledge, reinforced by our values, is embedded in our day-to-day working practices and our work together.

By hearing from and valuing different experiences, perspectives, and contributions, we know we can provide the best expert care for every dog and cat who needs us. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those from diverse ethnic communities and people with disabilities, who we know are currently underrepresented in our workforce.

As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we will ask about any adjustments you may need at application and/or interview stage, and if you are offered a role with us, we’ll talk to you about any workplace adjustments you may need to help you perform at your best. 

More about us:

At Battersea, we aim to never turn away a dog or cat in need of help. We give each one lots of love, expert care and get to know their characters and quirks so we can find them a new home that’s just right for them. Join us and help us be here for every dog and cat, wherever they are, for as long as they need us.

Closing date: 14th July 2024

Interview date(s): 18th July 2024

For full details, please download our recruitment pack.

To apply for the role, please click the button below. All applications must be submitted before the closing date advertised. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications is received.

Genuine innovation. Visionary solutions. Surprising results.

PROJECT MANAGER (FUNDRAISING CAMPAIGNS)

Salary: £37,000 - £43,000 per annum

Contract: 12-Month fixed-term contract

Hours: Full-time 35 hours per week (we are open to 4 days per week and Compressed Hours)

Location: Stratford, London Office-based with high flexibility (1-2 days per week in the office)

Closing date: Wednesday 10 July 2024, 23:55

Please note: You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy. Cancer Research UK is not able to offer visa sponsorship.

At Cancer Research UK, we exist to beat cancer.

We are professionals with purpose, beating cancer every day. But we need to go much further and much faster. That's why we're looking for someone talented, someone innovative and ambitious, someone like you.

This is a unique opportunity to project manage the delivery of Cancer Research UK's fundraising campaigns which raises approximately £50 million for our life saving research. You will be responsible for an innovative and sector leading portfolio of activities, working with teams across the organisation from Marketing and Technology to Legal and Supporter Services. You will have autonomy to change and improve existing ways of working, with the aim of supporting our mission of beating cancer sooner.

We are looking for someone who is highly experienced in project managing the delivery of products, public events, or campaigns and thrives in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment.

What will I be doing?

• Leading multi-disciplinary teams (including social media, public relations, supporter services, legal, fulfilment and procurement) to deliver specific projects within the Fundraising Campaigns portfolio, managing requirements, plans, risks, and issues

• Planning and leading project meetings and workshops making sure minutes, agendas and pre-reads are produced as required

• Implementing operational and technical solutions to enable campaign delivery

• Constructively challenging teams to encourage continuous process innovation and improvement

• Building excellent working relationships with internal teams and external partners and suppliers.

What skills are we looking for?

• Experience of managing complex projects involving multiple partners / suppliers

• Formal experience of best practice project management principles (preferably in a Programme environment) & ideally a formal qualification in project or programme management

• Experience/knowledge of financial controls and budget management

• Strong facilitation skills, including the ability to effectively chair or manage a meeting to deliver the required outcome within the time allocated

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written - a skilled stakeholder manager who can influence and negotiate effectively within a matrix environment and can explain / present complex information effectively

• Comfortable with ambiguity

• A keen understanding of technical issues and constraints but able to work and communicate with both technical and non-technical people

• Delivery focussed with personal accountability and willing to provide constructive feedback to colleagues & customers

• A challenging mindset - looking for ways in which existing processes and approaches can be improved and championed within the business.

What will I gain?

Each and every one of our employees contributes to our progress and is supporting our work to beat cancer. We think that's impressive.

In return, we make sure you are supported by a generous benefits package, a wide range of career and personal development opportunities and high-quality tools, policies and processes to enable you to do your job well.

Our benefits package includes a substantial retirement plan, a generous and flexible leave allowance, discounts on anything from travel to technology, gym membership, and much more.

We don't forget people have lives outside of work too and so we actively encourage a flexible working culture.

Our work - from funding cutting-edge research to developing public policy - will change the world. It's exciting to be part of our team.

How do I apply?

We operate an anonymised shortlisting process in our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. CVs are required for all applications; but we won't be able to view them until we invite you for an interview.

Instead, we ask you to complete the work history section of the online application form for us to be able to assess you quickly, fairly and objectively.

For more information on this career opportunity please or contact us at .

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Please note that, Internally, this role is known as Programme Manager (Fundraising Campaigns).

Battersea’s Income Generation department works across the organisation to provide members of the public and organisations with opportunities to engage with Battersea and to support our work. Through our hard work, Battersea is able to make sure we can be here for every cat and dog, now and in the future. Our talented and award-winning team is vibrant and ambitious, and it’s an exciting time to work at one of the country’s most loved and best known animal charities.

We are recruiting for a new manager to lead our Legacy and In-Memory fundraising team within this department, to grow and deliver Battersea’s strategy, products and associated marketing plans. They will do this by managing the Legacy and In-Memory marketing programme to sustain and develop legacy prospects, managing the budget and operational plans for the programme, and continuing to develop the diversity of the programme through testing scalable and sustainable recruitment channels, product offerings and retention methods.

What we can offer you:

In return for your commitment to our cause and to recognise the value of our employees, Battersea offers a range of benefits to support the wellbeing of our employees. These include:

- 28 days of annual leave (plus 8 days paid public holidays) per year
- Discounted gym memberships and cycle to work schemes
- Employee Assistance Programme and access to Wellbeing Resources.
- Generous pension contributions – up to 10% employer contribution
- Free healthcare cash plan, where you can claim for a range of treatment including dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody and acupuncture every year.
- Annual interest-free season ticket loans

We are also committed to providing learning and development to our employees. During your time with us, we provide support for your professional and career development, including access to digital and in-person training programmes, leadership and management training, mentoring and much more.

Our hybrid working model:

We operate a 50% onsite hybrid working model, with our office-based staff splitting their time between site based and home working. This enables our office-based staff to balance the benefits of home working with onsite collaboration and maintaining a connection to our cause.

Diversity and inclusion:

At Battersea, we are committed to developing and supporting a diverse workforce and inclusive culture in all aspects of our organisation. We aim to ensure that this pledge, reinforced by our values, is embedded in our day-to-day working practices and our work together.

By hearing from and valuing different experiences, perspectives, and contributions, we know we can provide the best expert care for every dog and cat who needs us. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those from diverse ethnic communities and people with disabilities, who we know are currently underrepresented in our workforce.

As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we will ask about any adjustments you may need at application and/or interview stage, and if you are offered a role with us, we’ll talk to you about any workplace adjustments you may need to help you perform at your best.

More about us:

At Battersea, we aim to never turn away a dog or cat in need of help. We give each one lots of love, expert care and get to know their characters and quirks so we can find them a new home that’s just right for them. Join us and help us be here for every dog and cat, wherever they are, for as long as they need us.

Closing date: 18th July 2024

Interview date(s): 24th July 2024

For full details, please download our recruitment pack.

To apply for the role, please click the button below. All applications must be submitted before the closing date advertised. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications is received.

The Talent Set are happy to be partnering with an exciting professional membership organisation to find their new Interim Marketing Officer.

This is a 6-8 week contract based in London. The role is hybrid with the expectation to be in the office 3 days a week.

Reporting to the Director of Engagement, the Marketing Officer is a key member of the Marketing Team. The role-holder will manage communications, as well as the channels and platforms used to deliver them. 
 

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting regular email builds and sending communications across various channels
• Supporting engagement activity on social media platforms
• Updating website content and publishing newsletters
• Content updates across various platforms

Person Specification:

• Enthusiastic and able to work in a fast paced environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Attention to detail and consistency
• Experience of using email platforms, website content management systems (CMS) and customer databases (CRM)

This is paying £125 - £133 per day including Holiday Pay

If we receive a high number of applications, we may need to close earlier than advertised so get your application in quickly! Regrettably please note we may not be able to reply to each and every application.

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

Are you an experienced Accounts Assistant ready to elevate your career? Join a leading membership body with over 34,000 members globally. Located in the heart of London, this permanent role within a hardworking and streamlined Finance department offers the chance to make a significant impact while supporting a well known organisation.

Main Responsibilities:

• Assist in preparing monthly management accounts and draft reports for trading companies.
• Conduct bank reconciliations and post sales day books into the nominal ledger.
• Handle month-end journals and support sales ledger processes.
• Manage inputs into and interface with CRM system.
• Maintain and reconcile cash books to the nominal ledger.
• Support the monthly close-down and production of month-end reports.
• Deputise for the Management Accountant and support purchase ledger and credit control functions.

Ideal Candidate Skills:

Essential:

• Strong numeracy skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel.
• Understanding of double entry accounting principles.
• Excellent organisational, planning, prioritisation, and time management skills.
• Good communication skills.

Desired:

• Experience in a similar accounts role or accountancy practice.
• Knowledge of sales and purchase ledger functions.
• Understanding of financial accounting packages.
• Part-qualified/studying for a recognised accounting qualification.
• Familiarity with the operations of a membership and qualifying body.

Benefits:

• Strong pension contribution.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Several perks/discounts across household retailers and supermarkets

How to Apply:

If you are a motivated Accounts Assistant eager to advance your career and develop your skills, we want to hear from you. Apply now to join a supportive team and be part of an organisation with over 130 years of excellence in education.

In our company values we aim for equity at all stages of the recruitment process, please let us know if we can do anything to make the process more accessible to you.

Location: Home-based with occasional travel
Job Type: Full time, 37.5 hours
Contract Type: 1 year, Fixed Term Contract
Salary: £51,870
Benefits: 27 days holiday + bank holidays (pro rata for part time roles), perk scheme access, life assurance, paid compassionate leave, enhanced sick pay, membership plus many more staff benefits.

There’s never been a better time to join the team! They have launched an ambitious new strategy – and they want you to be part of it. There are loads of reasons to love cycling, even if you’re not someone who cycles. From cutting pollution, to making us healthier and happier, cycling can help us all thrive.

They want everyone to enjoy the benefits cycling offers to people and the planet. They’ll be sharing more information on their strategy soon but, it will focus on encouraging more short journeys by bike; promoting cycling as a popular, enjoyable, and safe activity for everyone; and striving to make every cycling experience a great one. Come with them on their journey and help them have more impact than ever before!

Tell them why you are the person to drive impact in this capacity. Explore the attached job description for full details on this exciting opportunity. Complete the application form expressing why you are the right candidate for this opening. Focus on gearing your supporting statement to exemplify how your skills and experience match the requirements of the role, directly referring to the person specification. This enables the selection panel to assess your relative strengths against the specified criteria.

They are an inclusive organisation and would particularly welcome applications from candidates from a broad range of backgrounds. They strongly believe that diversity strengthens their work. If you are already passionate about cycling, that’s great, many of them are too! But if you are simply really excellent at what you do, no matter what your background, that is what matters most to them.

This is a maternity cover role with a 1-year fixed term contract.

Applications close: 19th July 9:00am on the closing date.

You may also have experience in the following: Brand Manager, Branding Specialist, Brand Strategy Manager, Brand Development Coordinator, Brand Marketing Manager, Brand Identity Specialist, Brand Management Supervisor, CMO, Marketing and Branding Executive, Brand and Marketing Consultant Director of Marketing Communications, Branding and Advertising Manager, Marketing and Branding Executive, Marketing Manager etc.

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Permanent role, full time 35 hours per week. Salary between £48000.00 - £55000.00 per annum

Mothers' Union is a global Christian movement working with people of all faiths and none to develop communities, strengthen families and advocate for change. Our members are active in 83 countries and work tirelessly to serve their communities to build a future where everyone thrives.

Mothers’ Union, founded in 1876 is a women-led volunteer Christian movement, with a membership of four-million people around the world, 36,000 of whom live in the UK and Ireland. Members express their faith through action in their local communities, aiming to create a world where every individual can reach their full potential, by ending poverty, injustice and violence.

We are looking for a dedicated and passionate Head of Philanthropy and Partnerships. This brand new role marks an exciting chapter in our history. This is a brilliant opportunity to start a major giving programme in an organisation with lots of great connections and networks.

What we do

Although a Christian movement, we work with people of all faiths and none to develop communities, strengthen families and advocate for change. Members are active in 83 countries and work tirelessly to serve their communities to build a future where everyone thrives. 

Our work combats injustice, violence and poverty at local, regional and national levels. From a literacy and agriculture project in the Democratic Republic of Congo, through to consultative status with the United Nations commission for the Status of Women, where we share our grassroots knowledge and experience to help  shape international policy and approaches to women’s rights and  empowerment. These are just two examples of how we put our faith into action.

About the Role

As the Head of Philanthropy and Partnerships, you will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies to secure major donations from individuals in the first instance. You will also manage the Senior Trusts & Foundations Manager. You will work closely with the Head of Individual Giving to ensure income targets are met or exceeded, contributing to the sustainability and growth of Mothers’ Union.

In this pivotal role, you will be at the forefront of driving impactful philanthropy and partnerships for Mothers’ Union. You will develop and execute a dynamic strategy to secure major donations, ensuring the annual income targets are met. You will nurture key relationships with existing donors, ambassadors, celebrities, and potential new supporters, leveraging these connections. You will build and manage a robust pipeline of supporters, ensuring continuous growth and rejuvenation.

About you

You are a seasoned fundraising professional with a proven track record of securing substantial donations from high-net-worth individuals. Your strategic mindset and innovative approach enable you to develop and execute successful fundraising initiatives that drive results. With your exceptional communication skills and keen attention to detail, you cultivate strong relationships and collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization. Motivated by a genuine passion for the work of Mothers’ Union, you bring resilience, positivity, and a can-do attitude to everything you do. You will thrive in an environment of learning and make a huge impact.

Working Hours: Full time 35 hours per week

Please refer to our job description for more details.

Benefits

• 25 days of annual leave (full time) plus up to 4 days of leave (full time) given at the discretion of Mothers’ Union.
• Employer pension contribution of 7%.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay.
• Two volunteering days per calendar year.
• One away day per calendar year.
• Enhanced sick pay.
• Bereavement leave & Compassionate leave
• Season ticket loan.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Employee assistance programme.
• Eye care voucher and an allowance towards glasses.

Work Location/Hybrid Working Pattern

This role will be based at our Head Office in central London. Mothers’ Union operates a hybrid working model. Staff are required to work an aggregate minimum of 90 days per calendar year (pro rata for part timers) at our Head Office, Mary Sumner House in central London. Tuesdays are our anchor days where every staff member is expected to be at the office. The 90 days includes anchor Tuesdays. In addition, Thursday is a core working day where part time staff are expected to work, either at home or from the office as needed.

How to Apply

If you are interested in this position, please apply by sending your CV and a Cover Letter via Charity Job. The Cover Letter should clearly outline how your skills match the main responsibilities of the role.

Please note – only applications with a cover letter, alongside a CV, will be considered.

Application Deadline

The closing date for applications is 11 July 2024. Due to the number of applications we may receive, we will not be able to individually respond to each applicant. Kindly note, we will only be getting in touch with the applicants shortlisted for an interview. We aim to get in touch with the shortlisted candidates after the application deadline.

Equal Opportunity

Mothers’ Union is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to create an inclusive environment for all employees.

Do you have your own experiences of living with mental health challenges?

Could you draw upon your experiences of managing your own mental health conditions and maintaining your wellbeing, to inspire someone else to overcome the obstacles in their life by providing them with emotional and practical support.

Do you want to work with a leading advocacy charity organisation?

Then come and join us here at VoiceAbility.

Who are we?

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, Government, health trusts and other voluntary and private sector organisations and our Camden Crisis Team Peer Support Service is one of our involvement services.

We’ve been supporting people to have their say in decisions, around health, care and wellbeing for over 40 years. We make sure people are supported when it matters most.

Our service was co-developed back in 2015 by VoiceAbility and people who use the services.  This is now part of Reach Out Camden which is passionate about working together with Camden residents to design and deliver services that improve their mental health and for people to live healthy and fulfilling lives in a place where they feel connected to their community and have the right opportunities to thrive.

Your role will require you to provide one-to-one support for service users as they are discharged from the Crisis team, setting personal goals with the service user for recovery, developing ways with the service user on how to keep well and identifying their own personal sources of support. This will involve work and travel within the Borough of Camden but will be based in one of the Camden Crisis Resolution Team offices.  The post is a permanent contract with a starting salary between £24,500 - £31,500 per annum pro rata.

Professional Development?

You will have plenty of opportunities to enhance your professional abilities and you will make a real difference every day.

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.

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Peer Support Worker to join our team in the Camden Crisis Teams. We are looking for both full and part time staff, (working hours to be agreed, however, our service runs Monday to Friday, between the hours of 9am-5pm), on a permanent contract. Reporting directly to the Connections Team Leader.

Your role will require you to provide one-to-one support for service users, setting personal goals with the service user for recovery, developing ways with the service user on how to keep well and identifying their own personal sources of support. This will involve work and travel within the Borough of Camden but will be based at in one of the Crisis Team offices either at Daleham Gardens or St Pancras Hospital. The post is a permanent contract with a starting salary between £24,500 - £31,500 pro rata depending on experience.

How will you make a difference?

You will work with the Peer Support Team and draw upon lived experience to assist service users to move forward positively.  Acting as a specialist resource to provide a unique perspective to service users. 

You will hold a small caseload to allow regular sessions to be held with the service user, maintaining confidential records, utilising VoiceAbility and NHS electronic records system.  Planning, implementation of and review of care packages, including parts of the individual care plan. 

About you

We’d like to hear from you if you

· Have lived experience of mental health challenges

· Have experience of accessing mental health services

· Have experience of being in a supportive and enabling role

· Able to demonstrate a general understanding of Mental Health issues, with a general non-judgemental attitude, and the range of services available to support them

· Have an understanding of confidentiality and can work within organisational policies and procedures and local health and social care polices, guidelines and process

· Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with experience of working within a multi-disciplinary group

· Are Professional, enthusiastic and engaging, a good listener, empathetic and have a positive “can do” attitude

· Hold an Enhanced DBS with Children & Adults Barred lists (or willingness to obtain) 

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.

Important Dates:

Closing date for applications: midnight on 10th July 2024, however, VoiceAbility reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy before this date.

Interviews via Teams or face to face: w/c 15th July 2024

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.

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.

We look forward to hearing from you.

VoiceAbility are a Disability Confident employer. If you need to apply in a different way, please contact HR.

VoiceAbility reserve the right to close this vacancy early should a sufficient number of candidates apply.

We are excited to be working with a wonderful health charity which is looking for an enthusiastic Database and Stewardship Officer to join their close-knit team.

As the Database and Stewardship Officer, you will manage supporter journeys and cultivate relationships to provide exceptional supporter experiences. You will be responsible for handling data imports effectively, speaking with event participants to provide ongoing support, creating event packs and ensuring all donors are thanked within the scheduled time. As well as supporting the Fundraising and Communications team with implementing new fundraising activities, you will make sure all supporter and membership records are updated and maintain excellent membership and donor relationships. From supporter journeys to event support and fundraising strategy development, this role offers a great opportunity to grow and progress.

To be an excellent Database and Stewardship Officer, you will need:

• Experience using CRM systems e.g. Raiser’s Edge
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong ability to collaborate and build relationships

Salary: £29,000 - £31,000
Contract: Permanent Full time
Location: Hybrid (1 day in London office)

Closing date: ASAP

If you would like to have an informal discussion, please call Chloe on 02030 062787 or email your interest along with your CV to [email protected].

Ashby Jenkins Recruitment is a specialist charity recruitment agency, we use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable roles. We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment, working ethically, and supporting people to find their perfect role within the not-for-profit sector.

We are passionate about improving equality across the sector, you can read more about our commitment to diversity here.

If enough applications are received the charity reserves the right to end the application period sooner.