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Are you a creative and curious relationship builder with an interest in science and technology, and its ability to change the world?

University of Oxford’s world-leading Mathematical Physical and Life Sciences (MPLS) Development team is looking for their next aspiring fundraising professional, offering the chance to learn, grow and hone their skills in the role of Philanthropy Officer (known as Development Officer at the University). 

Offering an exceptional salary and benefits package along with unrivalled opportunities for professional development, this is a unique early-career opportunity for a driven individual with fundraising, marketing or transferable relationship skills looking for a stimulating and nurturing learning environment.

Permanent contract

Grade 6: Annual increments in range of £33,232 - £39,105 per annum, with possible extension to £42,632 – plus an Oxford University Weighting of £1,500 a year (pro rata).

Hybrid working, a mix of vibrant Oxford office and home

Flexible, life and family-friendly employer

About the role:

From climate science and robotics, to drug discovery and surveying and conserving tropical rainforests, Oxford scientists are at the forefront of international research and their work has global impact. You’ll join the country’s most successful higher education Development team working closely with academics and researchers with an international reputation for excellence.

You will help to raise funds for cutting-edge, innovative and life-changing research, scholarships, access and outreach, and a number of key capital projects.

You’ll also develop your skills and experience across a range of income streams: regular giving, stewardship, legacies and major gifts, including gaining experience facilitating gifts up to six figures.

About you:

You’ll already have some fundraising, business development, alumni relations, or marketing experience. We’re looking for you to be able to positively and confidently engage and build rapport, both in conversation and writing.

You’re naturally curious and keen to learn more about the potential for scientific developments impact world issues, and change people’s lives.

We’d also love to see you demonstrate the following skills and qualities:
Think strategically and tactically about the relations between potential donors and fundraising goals.

• Be creative in producing materials, with an understanding of how to articulate projects for donors.
• Able to manage, prioritise and adapt to a diverse workload, meet deadlines, and work calmly under pressure.

In return for your passion and commitment, you’ll receive a generous salary and benefits package, joining a supportive team that will encourage and nurture you to thrive. 

What we offer:

Your happiness and wellbeing at work matters to us, so we offer a range of family friendly and financial benefits including:

• Flexible hybrid working
• An excellent contributory pension scheme
• 38 days annual leave
• Membership to CASE
• Training and development opportunities
• A comprehensive range of childcare services
• Family leave schemes
• Cycle loan scheme
• Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs
• Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans 

Application process

• Click the link to ‘Apply’ and follow the on-screen instructions on our Application portal for vacancy 176208 (known as Oxford as a Development Officer – Mathematical, Physical and Life Sciences).
• Applications must include of a CV and a letter of application, in your own words (in PDF format), outlining your motivations to apply for this role, your relevant experience and how you meet the criteria of the person specification.

Only applications received before 12.00 noon on 18 November 2024 can be considered.

Interviews are currently scheduled to take place 29 November 2024, in person in Oxford.

Development and Alumni Engagement is committed to having a team that is made up of diverse skills and experiences. We encourage applicants from all sectors of the community and are especially keen to encourage candidates from under-represented groups to apply.

The University of Oxford is a stimulating work environment, which enjoys an international reputation as a world-class centre of excellence. Our research plays a key role in tackling many global challenges, from reducing our carbon emissions to developing vaccines during a pandemic.

Job Title: Impact Manager (Maternity Cover)

Department: Investment Team

Reports to: Managing Director, Impact

Grade and Salary: £57,900 - £69,400 p/a

Contract: 6-months (dependent on start date), Full Time or Part Time

We are open to candidates who are interested in either the full role or those who wish to support us on a part-time/job share basis focusing on impact management support in one of the two priority areas covered in this job description, Impact Venture and Social Lending.

Location: Hybrid / London, EC4A and homeworking

 

The opportunity:

Better Society Capital is the UK’s leading social impact investor, with the mission to grow the amount of money invested in tackling social issues and inequalities in the UK. Two of our top priorities are building thriving Impact Venture and Social Lending markets that can help improve the lives of people across the UK, with a particular focus on disadvantaged people and communities.

This is an exciting opportunity to work within Better Society Capital’s Impact and Investment team on implementing and enhancing our impact management approach, with a focus on monitoring and assessing impact performance in two key areas of our investment work – Impact Venture and Social Lending. This includes supporting direct engagement with fund managers, as well as further developing our new impact scoring approach.

You will also support the development of new impact management resources and deliver training on impact management for the ImpactVC and wider impact venture community, as needed.

Please note: We are open to considering candidates who want to join us on a part time/job share basis, covering only one the priority areas, Impact Venture or Social Lending. We may also consider candidates who are more senior for this position.

 

What you will do:

 

Support new investments (in our Venture and Social Lending portfolio)

• Support Venture and Social Lending deal teams and potential investees in applying BSC’s impact approach during DD and decision making, with a particular focus on rolling out BSC’s revised “Impact Canvas” (our de-facto impact term sheet that captures the investment’s impact thesis and measurement plan).

 

Implement and enhance BSC’s impact management approach (with focus on Venture and Social Lending).

•  Support the investment team in preparing, conducting, and learning from our “impact-focused”, annual meetings (“Annual Impact Conversations”) with fund managers during which we review our investments’ impact performance against thesis and fund managers’ impact practice.

• Support the impact team in further developing and implementing BSC’s new impact scoring approach.

• Work closely with our Venture and Social Lending investment team to assess the actual impact performance of our investment portfolio, drawing out and presenting insights and learnings at our Annual Impact Performance Committee meeting in June.

• In Social Lending, lead on the further development and implementation of an Impact Performance Assessment tool for fund managers.

Lead and support other impact priorities

In Venture

• Deliver training sessions / programmes, on impact management within venture, to the ImpactVC and wider venture community, as needed.

• Support ImpactVC (the largest community globally of VC’s accelerating impact within venture, initiated and supported by BSC) in co-creating new impact tools and resources, as needed.

In Social Lending

• Lead the further development and implementation of an Impact Performance Assessment tool for fund managers.

• Support our ongoing efforts to assess enterprise resilience and growth, as well as learn about enterprise-level business models across our Social Lending portfolio.

 

What you will bring:

Experience

Essential

• Experience in designing and implementing impact management frameworks and processes in an impact investing context, with a focus on monitoring and assessing impact performance.

• Proven project management and stakeholder engagement skills

• A passion for and demonstrable commitment to Better Society Capital’s social mission and the UK social sector

Desirable

• Experience of the above in a fund of fund Venture investing and/or Social Lending context.

• Experience in applying a systems lens / systems change thinking to the investment context.

 

Skills, Abilities and Attributes

• Structured thinker able to synthesize, simplify and reframe complex problems

• A collaborative team player, able to establish excellent working relationships

• Attention to detail with an ability to prioritize ideas and initiatives

Embody Better Society Capital core values:

· Purposeful –We are passionate and energetic in our work to bring about our long-term vision of a thriving social investment market that enables positive social impact.

· Pioneering Spirit - We give our team the autonomy and flexibility to be entrepreneurial and creative. We have the courage to push boundaries and a restless drive for change

· Openness - We listen, learn, experiment and collaborate.  And we are adaptive and flexible in responding to what we learn.

· Rigorous - We take a rigorous approach in all we do.  We expect the highest standards and continually strive for excellence

· Respectful - We are genuine in both our approach and aspiration.  We value each member of our team and our partners for what they bring.

 

Don’t meet every requirement? Studies have shown that women and people from racialised communities are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

 

 Other terms

Location: We are a UK-based business with an office in the Chancery Lane area of London, accessible to a number of public transport links. Our current approach allows colleagues to spend 40% - 60% of their working hours in the office, and the remainder from home. We hope that this working pattern encourages Better Society Capital employees to achieve a healthy balance between work and personal life, as we continue to adapt to the changing needs of our diverse workforce.

Right to work: Right to work in the UK required  

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion: Better Society Capital is committed to being a diverse organisation that is truly representative of the communities we serve. We therefore welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, particularly those under-represented in the social impact investment sector (e.g. people from LGBTQIA+; racialized; disabled; under-served communities)

We are an equal opportunities employer with an inclusive environment where all employees can contribute to their fullest potential. We want every colleague to be able to deliver their work with dignity, equality, comfort and independence. Our office is fully accessible with step-free access and an open-plan set up. We are open to accommodation requests regarding assistive technologies, accessibility tools, flexible working or any other reasonable adjustments that will make working or visiting here more accessible for you. If you have a disability or other access needs and require any support to assist you through the recruitment process, please get in touch with Nica Gordon (People and Talent Officer) 

How to apply:

Please apply via Applied by 23:59pm on Tuesday 19th November 2024

Applied is a platform designed to minimise unconscious bias in recruitment. You will be asked some work-based questions which are reviewed anonymously by the hiring panel. Please note, while you will upload your CV, it will not be viewed by panel members at this stage, so we ask that you give full consideration to each answer.

Please note: We screen for answers generated by Chat GPT. To get a 5 star score, we ask that your Applied answers are authentic and reflect your own knowledge, skills and motivations.

As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an initial telephone interview for all candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the job. We are defining a disability in accordance with the Equality Act 2010, as a person who has a physical or mental impairment, and the impairment has a substantial and long-term adverse effect on their ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities. You will be asked in your Applied application whether this applies to you. If we receive an exceptionally high volume of applicants, we may not be able to facilitate interviews for everyone.

 

Interviews

Round 1 interviews will be held approximately w/c 25th Nov 24

Round 2 interviews will be held approximately w/c 2nd Dec 24

We are seeking a talented and experienced leader to join our Strategic Leadership Team.

You will have a compassionate heart and be deeply motivated by your evangelical Christian faith to lead the financial management and operations of this respected Christian Ministry.

Your experience in operations or business development within the charity sector will ensure that Release International’s day-to-day operations remain compliant, responsive, effective and efficient.

Your significant competence in financial management will enable you to analyse financial information, and other data, to support decision making at a senior level.

Your proven track record of strategic planning, team building, proactive risk management, and ability to manage multiple deadlines and projects will be essential to the role.

As the lead for all aspects of ‘People and Culture’, you will use your excellent people skills and positive outlook to empower and encourage others towards success, promoting and modelling our person-centred Christian ethos, culture and values.

If you believe God may be calling you to fulfil this exciting new and pivotal role and you understand the importance of excellence in the stewardship of our precious resources, then please apply for this full-time position which is based at our office in Orpington, Kent, with some agreed flexibility to work from home.

Applicants must be committed to Release International’s evangelical Christian beliefs (occupational requirement). 

Criminal Justice Recovery Practitioner

A Criminal Justice Recovery Practitioner is required to work on an initial 3-month contract for a charity based in Southeast London.

The Criminal Justice Recovery Practitioner will be required on site from 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday.

Responsibilities:

· Carrying out thorough evaluations to pinpoint each person's requirements, strengths, and risks associated with criminal activity.

· Creating and carrying out individualised intervention plans with an emphasis on risk reduction, rehabilitation, and reintegration in conjunction with service users.

· Ensuring adherence to court orders, licence conditions, and additional legal mandates, while submitting progress reports on a regular basis to the relevant authorities.

· Giving people one-on-one support, advocacy, and mentorship to help them deal with underlying problems such drug abuse, unstable housing, job obstacles, and social marginalisation.

· Directing workshops, educational sessions, and group programmes on subjects like life skills development, anger control, and conflict resolution.

Experience Required:

· Prior experience working with people who are at risk of offending or have a history of interaction with the criminal justice system in probation services, criminal justice settings, or comparable jobs.

· Familiarity with the laws, regulations, and practices that control the criminal justice system in the United Kingdom.

· Strong familiarity with risk assessment instruments, evidence-based interventions, and criminological theories as they relate to offender management.

· Outstanding negotiating, conflict-resolution, and communication skills, as well as the capacity to interact well with people from a variety of backgrounds.

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment Business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to temporary vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer, job suitability are assessed on merit in accordance with their skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.

About you 

Are you an experienced and adept programme / project manager who is passionate aboutstrengthening entrepreneurs and leaders to drive inclusive economic and social change? Do you have experience of working in sectors and markets relevant to our mission and geographical focus, and a flair for working in partnership with others? Are you a self-starter who works with initiative and takes ownership? Do you have a keen interest in learning and development, and producing meaningful insights on effectiveness and outcomes?

About The Human Edge

The Human Edge is a specialist mentoring and coaching organisation. We’ve developed our expertise, approaches and partnerships over 16 years, and we use our learning and experience as a foundation to design and implement integrated leadership development and learning programmes and initiatives for entrepreneurs, managers and leaders.  

We believe that building thriving businesses and social impact organisations which drive lasting positive change takes confident leadership, skills, and connections. Through our work we equip people, teams, organisations and networks/ecosystems with the tools, approaches, and skills to overcome challenges, build stronger relationships and strengthen their leadership to steer their organisations forward and achieve greater results, faster.  

We partner and collaborate globally with local and international governments, foundations, international NGOs and corporates. We work in multiple languages, across contexts, cultures, and sectors. The Human Edge is a values-based organisation with a diverse and committed international team who bring a focus on quality, connections, innovation and learning to their work. 

About the role  

Reporting to Head of Programmes 

Term Full-time (37.5 hours per week), 2-year fixed term contract (with potential for renewal, subject to funding) 

Location Homebased in the UK, with ability to travel to team workshops/ meetings in the South/ Southwest on an approximately quarterly basis; and to travel internationally approximately 1-2 weeks per quarter

Application deadline 09.00 UK time, Friday 22 November 2024 

Start date January 2025 

Role Overview

You will manage projects/ programmes delivered through a range of modalities (in person, online, blended) across countries and regions, and in collaboration with partners and other service providers. You will also lead on and/ or contribute to cross-cutting initiatives which develop our organisational capacity as we grow. Reporting to the Head of Programmes, you will work closely with other project managers as well as colleagues in business development, communications, and facilitation design and delivery. You will find colleagues keen to work with you in the context and spirit of our values. Some international travel (up to 1-2 weeks per quarter) is generally envisaged for project managers, subject to business needs.

Download our recruitment pack for details of the key responsibilities and person specification. Please click on the 'How to apply' button to access this.

What we offer 

• 38 days of annual leave (inclusive of public holidays) 
• Contributory workplace pension scheme 
• Private health insurance  
• Contribution to expenses related to homeworking (in line with company policy) 
• Agile remote working 

Are you passionate about communicating scientific knowledge in engaging and accessible ways?

We are looking for a Research Information Co-ordinator to join our Research team at the MND Association in Northampton.

About Us:

Our vision is a world free from MND. Our mission is to improve care and support for people with MND, their families and carers. We fund and promote research that leads to new understanding and treatments and brings us closer to a cure for MND. The Association also campaigns and raises awareness so the needs of people with MND, and everyone who cares for them, are recognised, and addressed by wider society.

We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusivity. We work to remove barriers for everyone affected by MND, employees, volunteers, and stakeholders.

As part of the Disability Confident Scheme, we guarantee interviews for disabled applicants who meet the role's requirements.

What We Offer:

• 28 days holiday, increasing to 33 days after 5 years, plus Bank Holidays.
• Access to UK Healthcare, including dental, eyecare, health screenings, and therapies.
• 24/7 GP access via phone and video.
• Life assurance and confidential counselling helplines.
• Salary sacrifice schemes (Cycle to Work, Buy/Sell Annual Leave).
• Access to Benefit Hub for discounts on everyday shopping.
• Enhanced pension scheme.
• Opportunities for training and personal development.
• Hybrid working.

Key Responsibilities:

In this role, you will ensure the latest MND research information is shared effectively across our internal teams and with external audiences. You'll support key projects, including managing our MND Research Blog, producing newsletters, and updating our website to keep research content current and engaging.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders to communicate relevant research updates.
• Assist with the co-ordination of the MND Research Blog, including topic selection, proof-reading, editing, and engaging with readers.
• Produce and distribute MND research newsletters for varied audiences.
• Lead the co-ordination of Research Study Promotion for external researchers and the MND community by co-ordinating information to help with study recruitment and ethics compliance.
• Write and update research information sheets on MND topics for public and specialist readers.
• Create and manage research content for the MND Association website, ensuring information is engaging and easy to navigate.
• Collaborate on social media content for MND research updates on platforms like Twitter.
• Support the Communications team with press releases, FAQs, and research news articles.
• Act as a contact point for MND research enquiries, managing the research email inbox and responding to calls.

About You:

You'll be a strong communicator with an eye for detail and a genuine interest in scientific research.

• Graduate level or equivalent in a biological science.
• Ability to interpret scientific data and evidence with good judgement.
• Skilled in managing social media with professionalism and sensitivity.
• Excellent writing skills suited to a variety of audiences.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with experience building relationships across diverse stakeholder groups.

The full job description is available in the candidate pack.

Salary: £32,550 per annum

Hours: 37 hours per week

Location: Northampton office

Contract: Permanent

Hybrid Working and Flexibility: This role offers hybrid working, with the expectation to attend the office 1 day per week. We are open to part-time applications or job shares - please indicate your preferred working arrangement in your application.

How to apply:

Please submit a CV and supporting statement. Your supporting statement should be no longer than one side of A4 and demonstrate how you meet the following areas of the role.

• Ability to use scientific knowledge to judge and / or interpret scientific evidence and data.
• Experience of using and managing social media channels to distribute information with sensitivity and judgment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to write for a range of audiences.

Important Information:

• We may close applications early if we receive a high volume, so early submissions are encouraged.
• If you require sponsorship for this role, please clearly indicate this in your application.
• Depending on the role, a DBS check may be required.
• If you need reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please contact us for support.
• We are happy to consider alternative application formats for those who find the online form challenging.

Vacancy Reference Number:

WCM/COMMS/FR/UK-R1

Position title:

Website Content Manager

Reports to:

Head of Digital

Location:

Muslim Hands, 148 – 164 Gregory Boulevard, Gregory House, Nottingham, NG7 5JE

OR

Muslim Hands UK, 595-597 Commercial Road, London, E1 0HJ.

OR

Remote / Hybrid

Hours of Work:

Full-time, 35 hours per week

Salary guideline:

(Up to) £39,500.00 per annum (commensurate with experience)

Terms of Employment:

12-Months’ Fixed-Term Contract (subject to successfully completing a 6-Month Probationary Period, Contract is extendable and renewable subject to performance)

Application Process & Closing Date:

Please send an introductory email detailing why feel you are most suitable for the role along with your up-to-date CV by no later than 4th November 2024.

Ensure the Vacancy Reference Code is added within the Subject line of the Application Email. 

Approx. Interview & Role Commencement Date(s):

Interviews: ASAP – as and when we find a suitable applicant

Start: ASAP thereafter

 

Note: Strong Applicants may be contacted sooner, ahead of the closing date, to hold an Online Interview with Muslim Hands; therefore, please familiarise yourself with ZOOM, Team Link, MS Teams, and Skype post successful submission of your application.

 

 

Job purpose:

The Website Content Manager will lead on the content strategy for our new and improved website - delivering engaging content which inspires our audiences to take action from praying to donating in order for Muslim Hands to continue it’s lifesaving work. The Website Manager will have oversight of all pages, from blogs to appeals, responsible for optimising our each for SEO and CRO.

Main responsibilities:

• Produce and publish new pages from appeals to blogs in line with the organisation’s needs – this includes copywriting and liaising with designers for creative.
• Create and deliver the website content strategy inline with our key fundraising touchpoints – delivering an approach which puts the audience at the centre of our plans.
• Lead on our SEO strategy in partnership with our agency to deliver SEO audits, SEO driven blogs and to improve our overall website ranking.
• Lead on creating and delivering our conversion rate optimisation strategy.
• Deliver a test plan of website content which optimises the user experience.
• Create, update and audit website pages in line with the orgs needs. Including copy, creative, landing pages, functions, journeys in line with our brand guidelines.
• Work closely with the external developers to suggest new features we’d like to test in terms of the site’s functionality.
• Communicate website updates to the wider organisation.
• Lead on reporting for organic search, SEO and CRO metrics on a weekly and monthly basis – sharing with SLT.
• Work closely with the digital marketing team to provide optimal user journeys to improve our fundraising and retention efforts.
• AOB the organisation sees fit for the role.

 

Person specification:

• A strategic thinker who will problem solve to deliver the website strategy.
• Project and time management skills including ability to implement test strategies.
• Proficient communicator with internal and external stakeholders. 
• Experience working in an agile fundraising environment and collaborating across multiple teams with strong stakeholder management skills.
• Detail orientated to provide complete and accurate content, some of which may need regular updating.
• Strong copywriter and storyteller.
• Previous Umbraco experience.
• Experience of SEO and SEM.
• Data driven and comfortable digging into analytics of website metrics.
• Experience working in a fundraising role.

 

 

Additional Requirements:

• Travel: Occasional travel may be required for meetings or events.
• Flexibility: Willingness to work outside of normal business hours when necessary:
• Ability to demonstrate current eligibility to work within the United Kingdom
• Must be able to either:
  • Provide a valid Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) certificate (issued within the last year) when requested by Muslim Hands; OR
  • Undertake to provide full cooperation for Muslim Hands to perform a DBS Check at the required level appropriate for this / similar role.

Deadline for applications is 4th November 2024 however Muslim Hands reserves the right to end the application procedure early should the right candidate(s) be found. 

NB: Unfortunately, we will only be able to contact successful candidates so if you have not heard from us by the closure date unfortunately your application will have been unsuccessful.

Other Information:

 

Muslim Hands is a UK based international relief organisation working in over 40 countries worldwide. The Head Office in Nottingham and a fundraising team in Whitechapel London; occasional travel between the two locations. Muslim Hands UK is seeking an enthusiastic and passionate individual to join our team during an exciting period of growth and change as we have ambitious plans to grow our activities by 2030.

Muslim Hands is an NGO that is at the forefront of delivering live saving aid and emergency relief to those who need it most, as well as building long term solutions that help the needy and impoverished worldwide.

Are you an outstanding Public Affairs Manager?  Would you love to create positive impact for people experiencing homelessness? Prospectus are excited to be working exclusively with Centrepoint to find their new Public Affairs Manager. Centrepoint are a charity based in the United Kingdom that provides accommodation and support to homeless people aged 16-25.
 
This role is available on a permanent contract and full-time basis. The salary band is £44,500-£52,785 and is also available on a hybrid basis, where the postholder will attend the London office two days a week.
 
In this Public Affairs Manager role, you will work with a super talented and passionate research and policy team and manage a team of fully engaged officers. This role offers the right person a career opportunity that you can always be proud of.
 
You will design and deliver Centrepoint’a public affairs strategy. You will identify and keep up to date with key political issues affecting young people across housing, support and Parliament legislation. You will represent Centrepoint at external meetings, conferences and events, presenting Centrepoint’s public affairs objectives. You will also develop and maintain relationships with external stakeholders and internal colleagues.
 
To be considered for this role, you will have experience in public affairs and/or politics. You will have experience of influencing change at a local or national government level. You will have experience in management and leading a team. You will have detailed knowledge and understanding of parliamentary and legislative processes. You will have a knowledge of structures of government and experience of analysing, interpreting and developing social policy,
 
You will be a strong relationship builder.  Creating effective stakeholder relationships internally and taking the Centrepoint vision externally to make the world without youth homelessness a reality. You will have the ability to construct reports and strong time management capabilities.
 
Have you got this?  If so, reach out to us and email George at Prospectus to discuss further and to receive the full job pack.
 
As a specialist Recruitment Practice, we are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application.

The Fundraising Assistant will be a key member of the fundraising team. Supporting the team to deliver a wider range of fundraising activities including events, challenges and campaigns as well as helping maximise the supporter journey and providing excellent donor care. You will enjoy collaborating with others and be an excellent communicator who can plan and prioritise efficiently, whilst delivering exceptional customer service.

You will be responsible for Database Management and keeping the CRM up to date and Management of donation Platforms and being the go-to person for fundraising enquiries.

Main Responsibilities:

•  Importing data in an efficient, timely and accurate manner.
• Construction of automated tasks in the CRM which are assigned to other members of the team to enable stewardship via the correct fundraising team member.
• To assist the fundraising team by providing administrative support for the charities events and campaigns to maximise income.
• To assist with the administration of event participants and ticket buyers, including responding to enquiries in a timely fashion, building relationships by phone and email and encouraging and motivating participants to meet and exceed targets
• To keep up to date records of all collection boxes and buckets in the community
• To be the first point of contact for phone face to face plus emails via the fundraising inbox for all fundraising enquiries, respond in a timely manner and recognise the opportunity to build relationships and encourage fundraising support.
• To run and analyse weekly financial reports to ensure donations are recorded correctly and the appropriate thank you has been sent.
• Support regular gift aid claim submissions to HMRC to take place monthly.
• Support the team to provide communications to the correct audiences for marketing activity.
• Assist in processing donations from mailing appeals.
• Work with the fundraising team to ensure data recording is kept up to date in a timely way
• Assist and support other members of the fundraising team e.g., sending out events/fundraising packs and ensuring all event participants are thanked within the scheduled time.
• Regularly review and adapt supporter communications, including thank you letters and ensure these are implemented across the organisation for consistency
• Keep up to date with new developments, legal requirements, codes of conduct and best practice including being GDPR compliant.
• Manage stock of event promotional items and ensure availability of items required at events, distribute and collect items for the team
• Attend and contribute to team meetings.
• Carry out any other duties as may be reasonably required.

Person specification

Knowledge and experience:

• Strong, demonstratable experience in administration
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience and good working knowledge of using a CRM system (preferably Beacon)
• Competent in creating and maintaining spreadsheets
• Good attention to detail and accurate record keeping
• Experience of working in a customer service environment.
• Basic knowledge of Gift Aid regulations.
• Understanding of GDPR.

Skills, attitudes, and behaviours:

• IT skills across a range of systems including MS office and SharePoint.
• Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to deal with people at all levels, on telephone and by letter/email
• Ability to problem solve and think laterally to achieve a goal.
• Commitment to team-working but also the ability to work alone
• Committed to quality.
• Motivated, positive and proactive
• Ability to prioritise and organise work
• Demonstratable initiative and determination
• A flexible attitude and willingness to develop in the role
• Full UK driving license and car preferred

FareShare Southern Central

Job Description – Deputy Warehouse Manager

Reporting to: Regional Manager

Location: Totton, Southern Central  

Contract: Permanent

Hours:  Full time, 35 hours

Salary: £22,495 - £23,170

We welcome applications from all backgrounds. We are a Disability Confident Employer that welcome disabled applicants and provide reasonable adjustments.

About FareShare 

FareShare is the UK’s national network of charitable food redistributors, made up of 17 independent organisations. Together, we take good quality surplus food from right across the food industry and get it to almost 11,000 frontline charities and community groups. We support 10,962 local charities and community groups. Over the past year 24,074 tonnes of food were redistributed by FareShare Regional Centres and FareShare Go nationwide, our charity network serves 933,578 people every week.

Hunger is a growing issue in the UK and while there is surplus food that is otherwise going to waste, we believe that this food should be used to feed people first.

FareShare’s Strategy & Vision

Vision: We have the vision of a UK where “No good food goes to waste”.

 Mission: To use surplus, fit for consumption, food to feed those who are vulnerable in the UK by supporting front line charitable organisations that tackle the cause and not just the symptoms of food poverty.

Our Purpose: We are doers. We are a community. We change lives.

Our Values:  Passion – for our cause and the challenge that lies ahead

Ambition – to go the extra mile and drive the change that must happen

Respect – for ourselves, each other, our volunteers, our partners and our beneficiaries

Collaboration – it’s only by working with others that we can be stronger

Focus – on providing the best service possible so that we deliver and achieve the most for our clients/customers.

The role

FareShare believes that no good food should go to waste and is currently undertaking an expansion plan that will see us strive ever closer to that vision.  As the Deputy Warehouse Manager you will be at the forefront of making this happen. As the Deputy Warehouse Manager you will oversee the warehouse and successfully manage day to day operations, as well as developing and implementing new operational practices, efficiencies and standards to as part of the management team.  Food Safety and Health & Safety are at our core. You will be part of a management team responsible for the compliance in these areas, ensuring the safe storage and transport of the food, plus the safety and wellbeing of all RC staff, volunteers and visitors. Inherent within our mission is to ensure no good food goes to waste, so you will use your skills and expertise to minimise waste by working with our partners to ensure when food arrives and leaves the warehouse it is fit for consumption.

Main areas of responsibility

 Operations

• Part of a management structure accountable for the day-to-day performance of the warehouse;
• Part of a management structure responsible for the development and management or resource plans to meet fluctuating food volumes, CFM demands, volunteer availability and growth plans;
• Part of a management structure for logistics planning to ensure safe, timely and cost-effective distribution of food to meet CFM needs;
• Analyse performance, food volumes, waste and volunteer requirements against KPI’s and produce reports as required by the East Anglia Regional Manager;
• Manage and provide leadership and support to staff and volunteers in the warehouse;
• Contribute to continuing innovation of operational efficiencies to achieve growth plans;
• Support the minimising of waste whilst achieving required targets for food volumes;

Standards

• Part of a management structure accountable for ensuring the FSEA warehouse and logistics operate within the guidance of FSUK policies and procedures,
• Ensure the high standard of attainment is delivered in all external and internal audits.  Plus fully participate in any other audit, as required by food partners or external parties.
• Comply with monitoring and evaluation systems and report regularly to the RM or FSUK Operations team as required

Person Specification

Essential Criteria

• Significant warehouse experience with minimum 3 years leading a team
• Have exceptional relationship building skills with a range of stakeholders and ensure a supportive work environment for staff and volunteers
• Be a strong communicator who is able to engage with a variety of audiences.
• Be confident and assertive in handling difficult situations, whilst demonstrating calmness and professionalism
• Demonstrate strong problem solving skills
• Self-manage your own performance and workload.
• Have initiative and innovative thinking, in order to shape new/different ways of working
• Be organised with a proven track record of achieving quality results.
• Have a proven ability to create links across teams to share best practices.
• Have strong IT skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Have a valid driver’s licence for the UK, access to your own car and undertake extensive travel across your region (or working towards).
• Be flexible about your working arrangements as the role may involve weekend and evening working.
• Be willing to carry out any other duties that may reasonably be required in support of the Regional Centre’s operations.

Desirable Criteria

• Level 2/3 Food Safety training is desirable, but training will be provided.
• Have previous experience working with customer relationship management software.
• Experience working in regulated environment
• Have some experience of training and managing others

Qualifications (to have or willingness to work towards)

• Level 3 Food Safety
• Emergency First Aid at Work
• IOSH Managing Safety
• ITSSAR Folk Lift Truck
• SEMA Rack Safety Awareness

Benefits

• Hybrid / Flexible working, with regular UK travel
• 28 days’ annual leave + 8 bank holidays
• Employers pension contribution
• Employee Assistance Program
• Interest free bicycle purchase loan scheme
• Season ticket loan

The Churches Conservation Trust (CCT) has an international award-winning reputation in heritage conservation and regeneration for its own estate. For this reason CCT has been contracted to deliver a programme of work for Historic Chapels Trust (HCT). HCT owns and cares for 20 of the most significant Nonconformist and Catholic chapels no longer in regular use by their congregations, all listed at Grade I and Grade II*.  Key to the project is management of the assets, funded by the National Heritage Memorial Fund (NHMF) through their Cultural Assets Fund (CAF).

As a member of CCT’s national Conservation team you will be the main point of contact for all chapel maintenance related issues, liaising closely with contractors, local groups and volunteers. Alongside the Conservation Projects Manager for Chapels you will deliver the maintenance programme, including regulatory and legal compliance, as well as deal with utilities and insurance of chapels. 10 of the chapels are in our North region, 6 in our West region and 4 are in our South East region.

You will have previous experience in the field of historic buildings maintenance, repair or property management. You will be an effective communicator, be able to plan and deliver your own workload and also work as part of a team. As you’ll be working at chapels throughout England it is essential you have a full driving licence.

If you would like to apply for this role, please visit our recruitment portal to begin your application. You will be asked to submit a CV and a short supporting statement (max 2 sides A4) outlining why you’d like to apply and how you fulfil the person specification for this post, so you’ll need to refer to the job description.

The closing date for receipt of applications is 8am on 4th November 2024

The interviews will take place in London on 15th November 2024. Please note that the interview date and location have been specifically chosen according to the availability of the panel.

We are a Disability Confident Committed Employer. Candidates who declare that they have a disability and who meet the essential criteria for the job will be offered an interview.

If you have any queries about this role, or if you have a disability and wish to request a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us.

We are an inclusive employer and offer equal opportunities to all regardless of an individual’s age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.

We are not a licensed sponsor at this time. Any offer of employment will be made subject to valid right to work in the UK being provided.

Harris Hill are delighted to be working Blood Cancer UK in their search for 2 roles - one permanent contract and a 12-month FTC with a view to make permanent. They are looking for 2 New Business Leads. Would you like to support Blood Cancer UK to identify, research and secure high value corporate partnerships that will help beat blood cancer? Then this role is for you.

Now is an exciting time to join the corporate partnerships team at Blood Cancer UK. They have spent the last two years building and cultivating our pipeline and have seen exciting wins as a result of this work, raising over £5million from the insurance sector.

Title: New Business Lead - 1 permanent and 1 12 month FTC (likely to be made permanent too)

Hours: Full time. Flexible working hours available

Salary: £44,000 - £48,000

Location: Majority of their roles can be performed hybrid which means you will be required to attend the office once a quarter for team meetings and regular travel for partner meetings will be required, currently a lot of their partner meetings are in London.

Closing date : Rolling - please send your application in ASAP as the hiring manager is reviewing applications as they come in.

What this role entails?

* Cultivate and win new corporate partnerships for Blood Cancer UK.
* Proactively develop, build and manage your pipeline of opportunities.
* Work with teams internally to develop compelling partnership offers.
* Write applications, present pitches, and deliver effective staff vote campaigns.
* Support the New Business Manager on the highest-value opportunities.

To be successful in this role:

* Proven experience in corporate fundraising or corporate partnership management with a track record of securing five-figure partnerships.
* Strong understanding of new business principles, including lead generation and pipeline management.
* Team player and happy to chat to a range of internal and external stakeholders.

To apply for this role and for further details, including a job description and person specification, please email Hannah at Harris Hill on [email protected] or call her on 02078207331.

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.

ABOUT US:

Open for Business is a coalition of leading global businesses committed to advancing LGBTQ+ inclusion worldwide. Through data-driven research, we demonstrate the economic benefits of LGBTQ+ inclusion and leverage our network of partners and programs to foster positive change for LGBTQ+ communities.

Founded in 2015, Open for Business has rapidly expanded to include 38 global member organizations and four local programs in East Africa, the Caribbean, Southeast Asia, and Central and Eastern Europe, with additional programs set to launch next year. We take pride in harnessing the power and expertise of the private sector to support some of the most vulnerable members of our global community, ensuring that their advocacy is bolstered by some of the world’s largest and most influential organizations.

THE ROLE:

We are seeking a Finance and Operations Manager to lead and strengthen our financial and operational functions as we continue to grow. This role is critical in ensuring that Open for Business adheres to best practices in financial management and reporting, including compliance with the Charity SORP.

You will serve as the main point of contact for our external accountants and our Financial Advisory Committee, providing timely and accurate financial information to the CEO and Board of Trustees.

On the operations side, you will help build and execute the organizational infrastructure needed to support our expansion, which includes office management and collaborating with our HR team to create a robust induction system for new staff, as well operational management or oversight of core processes.

We are looking for candidates who are passionate about tackling LGBTQ+ inequalities on a global scale and are eager to contribute to a dynamic and fast-growing organization. This UK-based role offers a hybrid working model, with time split between our London office and remote work. Remote candidates within the UK are also welcome to apply. Part time considered. The position reports directly to the Chief Executive.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage financial and operational systems, processes, administration, and internal controls.
• Ensure effective and efficient day-to-day business and financial operations.
• Oversee bank accounts, accounts payable and receivable functions, purchasing, financial reporting, and grants administration.
• Conduct bank and transaction reconciliations and manage expenses, bills, and payments using Xero.
• Produce or oversee production of monthly payroll.
• Produce quarterly management accounts and VAT returns.
• Collaborate with external accountants for annual audit and accounts.
• Liaise with other external advisors as needed.
• Prepare project-specific budgets and lead financial reporting for grants.
• Lead the induction process for new staff and consultants.
• Project manage the implementation of new systems, including coordination with consultants to deliver small-to-medium internal projects.

PERSON SPECIFICATION:

The ideal candidate will be experienced with charity finances and may have worked in a similar role previously. You should be able to demonstrate the following skills and experience:

• Direct experience in managing a charity finance or operations function.
• Experience liaising with third party providers, including accountants.
• Proficiency in budget preparation and financial reporting.
• Experience with Xero and other accounting software.
• Experience with project management and leading internal change management
• Experience of bookkeeping and (management) accounting.

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION:

Open for Business is an equal-opportunity employer, dedicated to addressing inequality. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of gender, race or ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or socioeconomic background. All hiring decisions are based on merit.

HOW TO APPLY:

Click on the 'Apply via website' button below to visit out Jobs page and download an application pack.

The closing date for applications is Friday 22nd November 2024.

Vice-Chancellor’s Office
Development, Alumni & Campaigns Office

Senior Prospect Research Officer / Prospect Research Manager 
Ref: ALC1519

Salary for a Senior Prospect Research Officer (grade 6) will be £30,505 per annum, dependent on skills and experience, with an annual increment up to £36,924 per annum. 

Salary for a Prospect Research Manager (grade 7) will be £37,999 per annum, dependent on skills and experience, with an annual increment up to £45,163 per annum. 

This is an exciting time to join our fundraising team in the Development, Alumni and Campaigns Office. We have just launched our new £100m fundraising campaign and we wish to appoint an individual who shares in our passion for philanthropy.

We are looking to recruit a highly skilled individual to join a dedicated and enthusiastic fundraising team where you will be personally responsible for providing on-demand and planned research and analysis, using and developing specialist internet search technology, algorithms, AI and software to identify lost alumni and prospects to significantly enhance our capability to identify prospects.

This post is based within the Data and Research unit of the Development Office, as part of the University’s fundraising programme.

Educated to A level standard (or equivalent qualification or experience) in a directly transferable role, you will be responsible for the development and delivery of the prospect research strategy to ensure there is a robust pipeline of high value donors. You will focus on researching donors and prospects, analysing data for prospect capacity and propensity, creating donor profiles, and identifying priorities for relationship managers to achieve income objectives.

The post is available immediately on a full-time indefinite basis. The appointment will be considered at grade 6 or grade 7 dependent on skills and experience. Within your personal statement please specify the grade of role you would like to be considered for. You must be able to meet all the essential criteria for that grade set out in the Person Specification, full details can be found in the Candidate Brochure.

Benefits include:

• 44 days annual leave inclusive of Bank Holidays and University Customary days (pro rata for part-time).
• Family and Work-life balance policies including hybrid working and considerable maternity, paternity, shared parental leave and adoption leave.
• Generous pension scheme with life cover for dependants, plus incapacity cover.
• Health and Wellbeing: discounted access to Sportspark facilities, relaxation rooms, 320 acres of rolling parkland, wellbeing walks, Wellbeing Ambassador network, on-campus medical centre including NHS Dentist, Occupational Health and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
• Campus Facilities: Sportspark, library, nursery, supermarket, post office, bars and catering outlets.
• Exclusive shopping discounts to help cut the cost of household bills, childcare salary sacrifice scheme, Cycle to Work scheme and public transport discounts.
• Personal Development: unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning courses, specialist advice and training from our Organisational Development and Professional Learning Team.

Closing date: 21 November 2024

The University holds an Athena Swan Silver Institutional Award in recognition of our advancement towards gender equality.