Policy Officer Jobs

Endometriosis UK is the leading UK charity supporting those living with endometriosis. Formed in 1981, we offer information and support to women and those assigned female at birth with endometriosis, for example through our website and information leaflets, and via our local support groups, Helpline and online forum. As well as directly supporting those with endometriosis, we work to raise awareness of endometriosis amongst healthcare professionals, the public and the media; lobby for improved treatment and management; and support research. 

This will be a busy, varied and important role working closely with the Head of Campaigns and Communications to raise awareness and increase the visibility of endometriosis and Endometriosis UK, and designing and managing campaigns that really make a difference across the UK. You will be working as part of a passionate team with a strong commitment to achieving change to help those with living with endometriosis.

You’ll be creative, resourceful and be able to create and deliver campaigns that make a tangible difference to those with endometriosis. This is an exciting opportunity to help drive forward Endometriosis UK’s new strategy and boost our impact for the benefit of everyone affected by endometriosis.

We are looking for a highly organised, pro-active and confident Senior Communications and Campaigns Officer to manage our press office, running it to the highest standard. You’ll have an eye for a strong story, and will be confident in pitching stories to press and drafting press releases. You will be responsible for raising the profile of endometriosis in the media and ensuring Endometriosis UK is the go-to voice on menstrual health and endometriosis issues. You will also be a passionate and creative campaigner who has demonstrable experience of developing and delivering successful public awareness campaigns. You’ll enjoy working as part of a small but driven communications and campaigns team, who are passionate about driving change for those with endometriosis.

Job title: Senior Communications and Campaigns Officer
Reporting to: Head of Campaigns and Communications
Working hours: Full time/ 37.5 hrs a week
Location: Office based (London Bridge), there is an option to work two days week at home dependent on business need
Contract: Permanent
Annual salary: £33,000-£35,000 depending on experience (including London Weighting)

Closing date: 5pm on Monday 16th September 2024
Interview Date: Monday 23rd & Tuesday 24th September, in person at our offices in London Bridge

Are you organised and good with people with a desire to make a difference to young people’s mental health? 

Are you self-motivated and a collaborative team player, eager to provide administrative support in a small organisation? 

Do you have strong research and analytical skills, and a desire to help to shape the inner workings of a charity?

If so, we encourage you to apply for the exciting opportunity to become the Research and Administration Officer at Winchester Youth Counselling, a mental health charity. 

About Winchester Youth Counselling:  

At WYC our mission is to provide counselling, therapy and mental health support to young people aged 11-25 in Winchester as well as support and advice for parents and families, so that young people are supported to thrive and live happier lives. 

Our services include one to one counselling, walk and talk, and nature therapy sessions to local children and young people who are facing difficulties with their mental health. We also run a youth drop-in service in Winchester City Centre. We offer support to parents and carers too with parent consultations and parent workshops. 

It's a pivotal and exciting moment for our charity. Thanks to recently securing substantial funding, we're ready for exciting growth and looking to make an even greater impact on local young people's mental health.

About the Role: 

Based in the office, you will be the first point of contact for many children, young people and their families seeking counselling services. You will provide crucial administrative support to our team of counsellors and will work closely with the Operations Manager to create and synchronise processes for tracking clinical and non-clinical outcomes to help to evaluate and improve the performance of the charity.  You will work with the Fundraising and Partnerships team to research, plan and execute effective community engagement work which will help the charity to further its mission and vision, and communicate this to more stakeholders.  You will conduct research to aid the the charity as we move forwards.  You will take on project-based work, including assisting the Senior Management Team with the review and update of organisational policies and other key organisational documents. 

The Ideal Candidate;

• · Has strong research and analytical skills 
• · Has excellent organisational skills and is flexible, with the ability to prioritise workload effectively. 
• · Has great communication skills, both written and verbal, with a friendly and approachable manner. 
• · Is a team player who can work independently and as part of a team. 
• · Has a strong commitment to data protection and confidentiality. 
• · Is proficient in IT. Including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook). 
• · Experience working in a charity or similar environment desirable but not essential.

Location: Remote (UK based) / Bristol / London

Salary: £29,450 per year (plus Inner London Weighting of £3,483.94, if eligible)

Length of contract:  Permanent

Hours per week: 37

Closing date: We reserve the right to adapt the advert at any time per organisational circumstances and to close this vacancy early for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Interviews: Interviews will be scheduled on a rolling basis

Who are Women’s Aid?

Women’s Aid is the national charity working to end domestic abuse against women and children. We are a federation of over 170 organisations which provide just under 300 local lifesaving services to women and children across England. For almost 50 years we have campaigned on behalf of our members and survivors to shape policy and practice, and to raise awareness of domestic abuse.

Purpose of the Community Fundraising Officer role: 

As Community Fundraising Officer, the successful candidate will play an integral role in nurturing relationships with existing and prospective supporters, as well as overseeing a portfolio of community fundraising events and activities  in order to increase donations. Attending fundraising events and networking will be a key part of the role, paired with a thorough understanding of Women’s Aid work, business plans and strategic priorities.

 Key duties and responsibilities of the Community Fundraising Officer:

• To be responsible for a rolling calendar of events and activities. Providing fundraisers with tailored stewardship, resources, ideas and recognition for their event to maximise income and cultivate them to become a long-term supporter of Women’s Aid.
• To assist with the development and production of a range of fundraising stewardship materials including posters, our fundraising newsletter and annual thank you to donors.
• To work closely with key internal stakeholders both to understand and be able to package up their work into clear compelling asks for all stewardship documents.
• To ensure appropriate means of monitoring and evaluation of fundraising events and activities are established to feed into the fundraising team’s KPIs.
• To use the fundraising database to produce reports and analyse success rates, to feed into the fundraising strategy.
• To take responsibility for purchasing places for events through raising Purchase Orders and invoices where appropriate.
• To develop and manage relationships with fundraisers, encouraging the to become long term supporters of Women’s Aid.

What we are looking for in our Community Fundraising Officer:

• Knowledge of feminism, domestic abuse and the role of Women’s Aid
• Understanding of social media channels and their audiences
• Experience of using a CRM
• Fundraising background with proven experience of having met/exceeded targets
• Excellent computer and written skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills and attention to detail
• Experience of building and maintaining strong relationships 

Benefits of joining us as our Community Fundraising Officer include:

• Generous Annual Leave: 25 days + 2 Company Holidays + 8 UK Bank Holidays, with an extra 1 day per year after 1 year of service, up to a maximum of 5 additional days.
• Valuable Pension Benefits: a generous 7% employer contribution.
• Flexible Working: remote working, a generous TOIL scheme, and family-friendly policies
• Wellness and Support: including a cycle to work scheme, free optician check-ups, annual flu vaccines, access to a 24-hour employee assistance counselling helpline, a ‘Headspace’ app for mindfulness, and ‘Reflective Practice’ sessions.
• Making a Genuine Difference: in a rewarding role where your work will directly result in helping Women’s Aid to be able to provide lifesaving services for women and children across England.

How to apply? 

• Please submit your CV and a Cover Letter. Your Cover Letter should be no more than 2 pages long and should include a summary of your reasons for applying for the position. You should also include details of how your skills, behaviours and experience meet those necessary for the role, as listed in the Job Description and Person Specification.
• Please ensure that you also complete the EDI form and send all completed paperwork to the recruitment email address. (Please clearly mark your name and the role title in the subject line of your email).

NB:

• Women only need apply under schedule 9 (Part 1) of the Equality Act 2010
• If you have been shortlisted for interview, you will be informed by email. Regrettably, we are normally unable to acknowledge unsuccessful applicants.
• All posts, including remote posts, must be based in the UK.
• Women’s Aid is committed to quality, equality, and valuing diversity. Applications are particularly welcome from Black and minoritised women.
• Please read our Single Sex Statement on our website
• Please note that applications will be reviewed, and interviews arranged, on a rolling basis, so for the best chance of success, please apply ASAP.

We are seeking an experienced Fundraising and Events Officer. In this role you will be responsible for driving, creating and implementing our short and long-term fundraising and events strategy. The role will involve a close working relationship with our Operations Officer and our Board of Trustees. This is an exciting role working with a motivated and committed Trustee team, and a wonderful opportunity to make a big difference to our beneficiairies. 

Hours: 35 hours per week, part-time will be considered minimum 21 hours.

As the leading specialist mental health charity for women who have experienced domestic abuse, Woman’s Trust is on a mission to help women and their children to overcome the devastating mental health impact of Domestic Abuse. This is a pivotal time to join our Communications team.

As the Public Affairs/Policy Officer, you work with the CEO, Senior Communications Manager and Research and Data Team along with internal and external stakeholders to help design, manage and deliver a cutting-edge policy agenda and stakeholder outreach programme.

Woman's Trust

The charity was originally established by a group of survivors and Counsellors to meet the gap in specialist mental health services, designed by and for women, to ensure that women affected by DA can live a life free from further harm and abuse.

This is a pivotal time to join the Woman’s Trust Communication’s team, as we want to proactively generate more awareness of our work, capitalising on our unique position in the women’s and mental health sectors by ensuring that the public and key stakeholders understand the impact of our work; that we can generate more support and funding for what we do, helping more women as a result; and that we can influence public policy to ensure even more survivors of domestic abuse have access to specialist mental health support.

If you are looking to make a real impact in your Communications career, then we would like to hear from you, so please do get in touch. 

To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter of no more than 2 pages outlining your experience, skills and knowledge, relevant to this post and showing us, through examples, why we should choose you.

Please also provide us with the details of two referees. We require their name, contact information, and relationship to you. Referees will not be contacted until an offer of employment is made.

Interviews will be held on a rolling basis.

Closing date for applications: Monday, 16th September 2024.

Please note, that this post is open to female applicants only, the Equality Act 100 pursuant to Schedule, 9 Part 1 applies. Thank you again for your interest in our work.

National Voices

Making what matters to people matter in health and care

National Voices is the leading coalition of health and social care charities in England. We have more than 200 members covering a diverse range of health conditions and communities, connecting us with the experiences of millions of people. We work together to strengthen the voice of people: patients, service users, carers, their families, and the voluntary organisations that work for them.

Our Vision:

People shaping their health and care.

Our Mission:

We advocate for more inclusive and person-centred health and care, shaped by the people who use and need it the most.

We do this by:

· Understanding and advocating for what matters to people especially those living with health conditions and groups who experience inequalities

· Finding common cause across communities and conditions by working with member charities and those they support

· Connecting and convening charities, decision makers and citizens to work together to change health and care for good.

The Role

The purpose of the Project and Policy Officer role is to:

• Provide vital project management support to some of the large projects that National Voices runs, such as the Health and Wellbeing Alliance which connects the voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) sector with government stakeholders.
• Assist senior members of the policy team to develop policy projects and outputs which support the adoption and spread of equitable and person-centred health and care services.
• Work with voluntary sector organisations and people with the greatest health and care needs to ensure they are engaged in National Voices’ work.

Responsibilities

 Project organisation and administrative

· Support and coordinate the project management of significant high-profile projects, such as the national Health and Wellbeing Alliance. 

· Maintain records of activity, an online resource library, minutes etc as required.

· Lead on collating evidence of activity and its impact to support evaluation.  

· Support the planning and facilitation of online and in person events such as working days and webinars.

· Support stakeholder management, particularly via email and diary management using electronic systems.

· Maintain lists of stakeholders and contacts to aid dissemination and networking.

Insight, engagement and communication

· Work with voluntary sector organisations and people with the greatest health and care needs in the coordination and support of workshops, focus groups and in-depth interviews.

· Read and analyse the influencing work our members do (reports, events) and share content with the National Voices team, spot and make connections.

· Connect with policy and influencing colleagues in member organisations, sharing our work with members.

· Work with senior members of the team to deliver timely and effective Heads of Policy meetings and Members’ Briefings on strategic topics within health and care.

· Identify, monitor and evaluate policy issues and assist senior members of the team to formulate and draft new policy positions, consultation responses, reports, briefings and other policy and public affairs documents that capture agreed positions.

· Support and develop the communication of project outcomes, working closely with National Voices' Communications Manager.

General

· Assist senior members of the team on a range of short-term and long-term policy and insight projects, and scoping and developing ideas for future projects.

· Support good project, financial and data management.

· Take a pro-active approach to including our members and people with lived experience in all areas of our work.

· Follow processes set out to measure, monitor and communicate the impact of our work.

· Contribute to the team’s planning activities and undertake other relevant duties as appropriate.

· Support National Voices on a wider set of activities where required in response to capacity or demand.

Person Specification

Values, attitudes and behaviours

· Passionate about National Voices’ mission and work.

· Proactive, flexible and responsive.

· Comfortable working in a team, as well as under own initiative.

· Able to think and act creatively to solve problems and challenges.

· Committed to reducing inequality and embracing diversity.

· Calm under pressure and able to work to tight deadlines.

· A self-starter with drive, ambition and a creative approach.

· Comfortable with a range of views and perspectives and keen to make connections and build relationships.

Skills and abilities

· Excellent relationship and stakeholder management skills.

· Strong communication skills, used to speaking with a wide range of people.

· Strong organisational and project management skills, including demonstrable ability to prioritise workload and maintain quality.

· Experience of creating, preparing for and facilitating events and workshops.

· Proactive and able to anticipate, plan and prepare in advance of requests.

·Strong listening skills and ability to identify themes within interviews, focus groups and workshops.

·Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office programmes, Hubspot, Breathe, online conference/meeting software and more.

·Experience of working under pressure and to deadlines in a high performing team.

 Experience, knowledge and understanding

· A good understanding of the health policy landscape, how health and care are commissioned, regulated, funded and delivered in England and/or a good understanding of the policy issues relevant to health and care charities.

· Experience of communicating with people and organisations to ensure projects meet agreed milestones

· Value listening to people with experience and the benefit of a diversity of views

Our approach to hybrid working

We recognise the importance of coming together regularly, in-person, as a team, so we can share learnings and spend social time with each other. We also recognise that people need flexibility, and that homeworking enables focused work and can fit well in people’s lives.

We ask all staff to take part in pre-arranged team meetings which take place every six weeks in our office space. We also might ask you to meet in-person with members of your team from time to time, or to be available for face-to-face meetings with clients and partners where this enhances the work.

We assume that this would usually not amount to more than one day per fortnight for people who work full time.

We are happy to discuss how this sits in your life. This can be agreed by your line manager.

Application guidance

Please submit a cover letter (max 800 words) along with a CV to apply.

Applications should be addressed to our Director of Finance and Operations, Matthew Haslehurst and submitted through CharityJob.

Please specify any access or other requirements of which we need to be aware for the online interview. 

The deadline for applications is Sunday 1 September 2024 at 11:59 pm.

The interviews will take place the week commencing Monday 9 September 2024 on Microsoft Teams. 

Details of an interview task and interview questions will be emailed to you prior to the interview.

We are committed to diversifying our team in order to broaden the insight and experiences we can draw on, and to do our work more credibly. So we strongly encourage people from a Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic background, and people who live with health conditions or disability to apply. Our offices are fully accessible. Women are currently overrepresented in our team, and we particularly invite applications from men and non-binary people.

Policy, Programmes and Research Officer

We are looking for a Policy, Programmes and Research Officer to join the team in this instrumental role offering agile and flexible working.

As an equal opportunities employer, diversity is important and we appreciate difference through inclusiveness and belonging. It gives a deeper understanding of the world, society and the diverse communities the charity is working with.

We therefore actively encourage and welcome applications from everyone, including applicants with lived experience, those who are Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer (or questioning), Intersex and Asexual (LGBTQIA+), people with a disability, and people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds.

Position: Policy, Programmes and Research Officer

Location: Agile (required to work from the London office a minimum of 2 days a week)

Hours: Full time, 35 hours per week (flexible working available)

Salary: Starting salary of £26,457 (within a bracket of £26,457 - £34,363, plus London Weighting Allowance of 3k if applicable)

Contract: Permanent

Closing Date: 4th September

Interview Date: 18th – 20th September

Work for an organisation that research shows is one of the most trusted major voluntary sector brands.

The Role

The Policy, Programmes and Research Officer role is based within the ‘Policy and Practice’ department which has the overall function of elevating the voice of lived experience and diverse communities to influence systemic change and ensuring it is delivered on the ground.

You will be instrumental in supporting a range of activity across ‘Policy and Practice’ including the following teams: Policy and Influencing (where this role primarily sits), Programmes, Co-Production and Programme Development. The role also has a dotted line into the Racial Justice and Equity team and may also work with other teams, such as Campaigns and Communications and Evidence and Impact.

The post is ideal for you if you are keen to gain a range of experience and develop your skills in an engaging and supportive team environment.

About You

• I have the essentials covered:
• I am proficient in Microsoft Office software (e.g. Outlook, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Forms)
• I have an aptitude for organising information and activities to meet the objectives of a plan
• I can produce updates and reports and adapt the information and tone of voice for a variety of different audiences
• I can review and understand different types of data (qualitative and quantitative)
• I can synthesise and analyse new and complex information
• I can produce clear and concise written work
• I can take a flexible approach to find ways to overcome obstacles
• I can work in an inclusive way, championing equality and diversity
• I am able to work independently, prioritise tasks, and positively respond to unforeseen challenges
• I have an interest in mental health and health policy and practice more generally
• I can engage and build rapport with Experts by Experience (people with lived experience of mental illness)

I may also have:

• Experience in mental health policy
• Experience in providing support services to people severely affected by mental illness

About the Organisation

In a rapidly changing world, the charity brings together the heritage and experience of four charities from across the country who’ve been supporting people with their mental health for over 50 years, challenging the causes of poor mental health and providing people with the tools they need to live their best possible life at home, school and work.

What will you receive?

You will have plenty of opportunities to enhance your abilities by making a real difference every day. In addition, you will have excellent development opportunities including funded training, career development, and a range of e-learning courses.

You will also receive: 

• Employer funded pension
• Flexible working
• Life assurance
• Eye care vouchers
• Training opportunities
• 25 days annual leave, rising to 30 plus Bank Holidays
• Rewards, benefits and recognition platform
• Employee assistance programme
• Your birthday off
• Plus many more great benefits…

“It feels very rewarding to be part of such a meaningful Organisation where everyone is valued and has the opportunity to make a difference” Current staff member

Becoming a truly anti-racist organisation

The charity has an ambition of become a truly anti-racist employer, campaigning organisation and service provider - and in these efforts to influence policy and wider societal factors impacting on mental health set out in the anti-racist statement. The team have designed a multi-year anti-racist programme of work contained in the Race Equality Action Plan which demonstrates the intention to hold the organisation accountable and be judged on progress on becoming a truly anti-racist organisation.

You may also have experience in areas such as Policy, Programmes, Research, Policy Officer, Programmes Officer, Research Officer, Policy and Research Officer.

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.

Policy and Communications Manager

 £40,000 per annum (FTE)

Full-time and Permanent (part-time option may be considered no less that 4 days per week 0.8 FTE)

Office base Liverpool Street, London EC2M – Commonweal operates a flexible hybrid working policy requiring staff to attend the office base at least 2 days per week one of which is our Tuesday anchor day when all staff are in the office.

Commonweal is an independent charity working to investigate, pilot and champion housing based solutions to social injustice.  Using our charitable resources, we provide experts and partner organisations with the opportunity to trial and test new approaches designed to enhance housing equality and justice. Independently evaluating each of our projects we share our experiences, using this learning to inspire new thinking. Through the replication of what works and the lessons from what doesn’t, we influence changes in policy and practice.  In addition, we commission other research identifying and spotlighting new areas of housing injustice. 

As Policy and Communications Manager, reporting directly to the CEO and working as part of and alongside our project leads you will formulate our policy messages.  You will help lead on stakeholder engagement and growing the understanding across our sector of who Commonweal are and what we can offer.  You will shape and then develop and deliver the strategy for effectively communicating our growing range of positive project findings and aligning our PR to public policy research initiatives. In short your role will be to put comms in to action!

You will need to have experience of the voluntary and community sector as well public policy, the political environment and its current and potential implications for the charity.  You will be regularly presenting to Trustee Board meetings, ensuring Trustees and colleagues are involved and updated on external affairs activities to embed support for communications activities.  You will be supported in this role by a Communications Officer therefore experience of staff management would be desirable but not necessarily essential.

You will possess experience of working in a communications or PR environment, with strong written skills and design skills along with demonstrable knowledge of a range of communication channels (including print, broadcast and online media). Experience of liaison with the press and media securing the take up of press releases, opinion pieces or other outputs is important.

Ideally you will have experience in the field of housing or, homelessness, but certainly a demonstrable interest in the positive role for housing whether professionally, personally or through lived experience.  However, more important is demonstrable experience of policy research and stakeholder engagement, especially communicating to influence and deliver impact to Parliamentarians, local authorities and others across the voluntary sector and public service environment.  Staff or volunteer management would be helpful however a track record of building successful working relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders, strong organisational skills and the ability to work on your own initiative are all a must.

Deadline for applications: 9.00 am on Friday 13th September 2024

Initial interview date: Thursday 19th September – via Zoom or TEAMS video platforms.

 Final interview in person at the Commonweal Offices: Friday 27th September

How to Apply

Please read the job description for the role. The person specification sets out the skills and experience we are looking for. For an application pack containing further information please click on the apply button and follow the link to download the relevant documentation.  If you wish to apply for the role, we ask that you upload an up-to-date CV plus a covering statement of no more than 2 sides of A4 setting out how you meet the requirements for this post and your motivations for applying

In addition, you will need to answer the following question in your covering statement. In no more than 200 words please answer: ‘From what you have read about Commonweal Housing, which of our projects would you be most passionate about promoting further and why?’ 

 No agencies please. 

Commonweal Housing is committed to equal opportunities and values diversity in its workforce.

 You may have experience of the following: Policy & Communications Manager, Internal Communications Manager, External Communications, Policy Officer, Public Affairs, Senior Policy Officer, Housing, Charity, Charities, Third Sector, Policy Officer, Policy Planning, Researcher, Not for Profit, Public Affairs, Communications Manager, Marketing Communications Manager, Marketing Manager, Senior Communications Executive, Press Officer, PR, Public Relations, etc. 

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Policy & Communications Manager

RESPONSIBLE TO: CEO

RESPONSIBLE FOR: Communications Officer

TYPE OF CONTRACT: Full-time permanent (part-time option may be considered no less that 0.8FTE)

LOCATION: New Broad Street, Liverpool Street, London EC2M 1NH

SALARY: £40,000 per annum

 BACKGROUND:

Commonweal Housing is pleased to announce an exciting opportunity to join our impactful team. Working at the heart of an exciting and unique housing charity, the role of Policy & Communications Manager is an excellent opportunity for someone keen to use their communications skills and housing sector interest to help turn our innovative thinking into long term practice and demonstrable change.

 JOB CONTEXT:

Commonweal Housing is an action learning charity using housing to combat social injustice. We provide the space for partner organisations to investigate and test bespoke housing for people facing different social injustices. Since 2007 we have allocated over £12 million for such projects and currently have a portfolio of around 40 homes which are used by our partners to deliver innovative pilot models. 

Whilst investigating and testing new ideas is central to our mission, we believe that sharing knowledge and replicating projects is a fundamental measure of our success.

The role of Policy & Communications Manager at Commonweal Housing is to share the learning from our projects. From inception through to evaluation, each project produces learning about how best to support people through housing. The Policy & Communications Manager is at the forefront of making sure this learning is seen and understood by the right people and has the impact we aim for.

Using a range of communications tactics, the Policy & Communications Manager will help to spread the word about our projects and our purpose in order to influence practice and policy. Managing a Communications Officer, the post-holder will be able to spot opportunities and communicate our work in a creative and engaging way to ensure that we not only test housing solutions to social injustice, but embed them and that our communications has impact and changes policy

Building upon a range of comms platforms and innovations such as podcasts, specially commissioned anthologies and reports, webinars and traditional press releases and social media you can be imaginative, bold and ambitious about how we can achieve our 2025 ambition:

 ‘By 2025 Commonweal will be widely viewed as a ‘go to’ organisation for innovative and deliverable housing-based solutions to social injustice – at the forefront of imaginative thinking.’

JOB SUMMARY:

Working with colleagues, notably the Chief Executive, Deputy CEO and Senior Programmes Manager, the Policy & Communications Manager will lead on Commonweal Housing’s communications and policy influencing. 

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Communications

• Oversee all communications channels, including but not limited to media and press, content writing, branding, website and social channels, events, newsletters, reports and briefings
• Effectively line manage the Communications Officer in accordance with Commonweal’s policies and procedures supporting their personal and career development
• Work with colleagues and external partners to identify key project learning messages and opportunities for policy influencing.
• Maintain a continued output of communications content to highlight our work, partnerships and charitable goals effectively
• Take the lead on planning and management events organised by the charity such as receptions, seminars, round table meetings and / or other events
• Grow the reputation of Commonweal in the sector to ensure impact on policy decisions
• Brief and manage external suppliers such as printers and designers to support the delivery of communications activity
• Track and evaluate communications performance to achieve continual improvement and to keep key internal stakeholders (namely Trustees and staff) up to date on progress via internal briefings and board papers
• Develop relevant key media contacts to highlight and profile Commonweal’s work effectively

Policy & Influencing

• Identify and develop opportunities for influencing policy across a broad spectrum of social injustices
• Working with and advising the Commonweal Executive Team to establish positive links with Parliamentarians, civil servants and others to ensure our communications and policy messages are heard and understood in the right palces.
• Work with colleagues and external partners to ensure project reports are accessible, meaningful and impactful within the policy arena
• Work with sector experts and project delivery partners to raise the profile of social injustices identified by our projects to support existing or developing campaigns
• Maintain an up to date and coherent map of stakeholders and opportunities for influence from Commonweal’s work and learning
• Work with the CEO, DCEO and Senior Programme Manager to horizon scan for future opportunities for Commonweal and/or partners and projects
• Be Commonweal’s key point of contact with the University of Birmingham for whom we sponsor a third-year student bursary for the School of Social Policy – engaging with the student bursary awardees and presenting annually to second year students about the bursary opportunity
• Maintain up to date knowledge and awareness of the growing social investment market and the opportunity this offers for the replication of Commonweal supported projects

Other

1. Represent and promote the image of the charity at both internal and external events and maintain a good working relationship with suppliers, service users, external stakeholders and other charities.

2. Promote Equal Opportunities, particularly with regard to service delivery, decision making processes and working practices.

3. Undertake all duties in accordance with Commonweal’s policies and procedures.

4. Carry out any appropriate duties as directed by the Chief Executive.

CHANGES:

This is a description of the job as it is presently constituted. It is the practice of Commonweal Housing to examine job descriptions from time to time and to update it to ensure it relates to the job as then being performed, or to incorporate whatever changes are being proposed.  This will be conducted in consultation with you.

 This job description is supported by annual objectives and performance standards to provide an indication of the level of performance expected from the role.

We are seeking a Policy & Public Affairs Officer who will drive forward the organisation’s policy and public affairs work, securing key policy recommendations from the 'Every second counts' report across Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.

Main duties and responsibilities

• Influence policy and legislation to ensure everyone across the devolved nations has the skills to save a life.
• Develop, deliver, and evaluate strategies for specific areas of policy and stakeholder engagement work, including influencing decision-makers, building and strengthening support among key regional and national stakeholders in the devolved nations.
• Lead on a number of policy and stakeholder events and activities, which could include in-depth research and writing of policy analyses.
• Write Parliamentary questions; briefings for parliamentary debates; briefings for individual MPs and internal briefings as and when needed.
• Manage Policy & Public Affairs customer relationship management systems, regularly reporting on external engagement processes.
• Rally MPs / and or Peers to support any amendments to Bills.
• Collaborate with colleagues to identify and prepare proactive and reactive policy communications.
• Develop and oversee the effective monitoring of parliamentary activity in the devolved nations.
• Build new relationships and strengthen existing relationships with spads, think tanks, offices of Parliamentarians, All Party Parliamentary Groups.
• Draft high-quality policy-related paperwork, such as relevant public/private consultation and inquiry responses, parliamentary briefs, media responses and official correspondence.
• Coordinate the building and maintaining of policy stakeholder relationships, including with partner organisations and other stakeholders; working to ensure that the voices of a broad intersection of communities are heard in the work we do.
• Support the organisation’s equity, diversity, and inclusion work, displaying a genuine commitment to understanding issues faced by the diversity of communities we support.

How to apply

Please email your CV, covering letter and Equality & Diversity monitoring form to us with 'Devolved Nations Policy & Public Affairs Officer' in the subject line.

The closing date for applications is 17:00 Monday 16 September 2024.

Interviews for this role will take place the week commencing 23 September 2024.

Please note: We reserve the right to close this advert early if enough suitable applicants apply.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available.

Due Diligence and Research Officer
Advancement
Full-time
Permanent
£33,368 per annum
Application deadline: 9am on Monday 2 September 2024

About the role:

The British Museum has built a reputable prospect research function which supports both Advancement and the Museum's wider management. Our research strategically harnesses information and data to drive fundraising decisions. We ensure we have the right tools, skills and networking that supports the Museum with its mission. Our internal service also includes the provision of non-philanthropic research for Trustee Business and other Museum departments.

Our research is regularly audited and designed to adhere to recommendations set out by The National Audit Office, and numerous internal policies and financial controls. As with any function, the processes in place are reviewed regularly to ensure we remain effective and compliant.

This post will focus on providing the Museum with exceptional due diligence reports. It will play a key role in supporting the work of the Advancement Operations Team.

The successful candidate will combine excellent interpersonal skills, exceptional research and prospecting skills, with a high level of accuracy and detail.

Key areas of responsibility:

• To take primary responsibility for Due Diligence for the department, including requests from senior leadership, ensuring the best possible standards are achieved.
• To provide briefing notes for key events (such as dinners) and support with researching prospects and donors for key stakeholders across the Museum.
• To champion use of the CRM database (Raiser's Edge) - taking primary responsibility for improving prospect and donor data, maintaining exceptional accuracy in the Prospect module and Notes tab on the Raiser's Edge database as well as monitor supporter data and ensure that supporters are appropriately canvassed, working with the Database Manager to devise technical solutions.
• To play an active role in ensuring supporter data compliance in accordance to the regulations specified in UK GDPR and The Fundraising Regulator.
• To assist in the training and supervision of new staff and volunteers within Advancement.
• Play an active role in greeting guests at Museum evening and breakfast events as necessary and where necessary attend events outside of general working hours (time off in lieu will be given).
• To deputise for the Research and Fundraising Priorities Manager.

Please refer to the job description for further information.

About you:

• Educated to A-level or equivalent.
• Experience as a Due Diligence Research Assistant/ Data Assistant.
• Full IT literacy, understanding of CRM databases and of the General Data Protection Regulation and Fundraising Code of Practice.
• Experience in conducting Prospect Research and Due Diligence screening and working at a charity or not for profit organisation.
• Excellent analytical and research skills with the ability to read and analyse a significant amount of data.
• Strong attention to detail, able to multi-task and improve tasks and procedures.
• Ability to work proactively and methodically to deadlines, independently or as part of a team, calm and patiently, and work out of hours (time off in lieu will be given).

About the British Museum:

Founded in 1753, the British Museum's remarkable collection spans over two million years of human history and culture. The Museum is a leading visitor attraction, and its world-famous collection includes the Rosetta Stone, Egyptian mummies, the Sutton-Hoo finds, and the Lewis Chessmen. The Museum also holds an extensive collection of prints and drawings spanning 600 years, including works by the greatest graphic artists Dürer, Michelangelo and Rembrandt.

You can view a selection of our impressive collection of prints and drawings in our .

The Museum offers a competitive benefits package including:

• Generous annual leave allowance of 25 days (rising to 30 days after 10 years' service) plus 2.5 privilege days and plus bank holidays.
• Membership of the civil service defined benefit pension scheme (find out what benefits a civil service pension provides).
• Free entry to a wide range of museums and exhibitions
• Participation in private and public Museum activities, including talks by leading curators from around the world and behind-the-scenes opportunities to learn how museums care for and manage their extraordinary collections.
• Interest-free travel, bicycle, and rental deposit loans
• Professional and personal development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounts on food and gift shop purchases

Additional details:

If you have any additional needs that we should be aware of in order to support you with your application, please provide details

The British Museum is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We aim to create a working environment in which all individuals can make best use of their skills, free from unlawful discrimination or harassment. We value the benefits that a diverse workforce brings to a Museum which represents world culture. The Museum is committed to ensuring that no job applicant suffers unlawful discrimination because of any protected characteristics. Our recruitment procedures aim to ensure that individuals are treated because of their relevant knowledge, skills and experience.

We offer a flexible way of working that allows our employees to work remotely in a way that suits them and the organisation. We welcome questions and conversations at interview stage about how flexible working could work for you.

The Museum also adheres to the HMG Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) for pre-employment screening of Civil Servants.

A4ID is a global charity with a vision to see the law and lawyers play their full part in the global eradication of poverty. The mission of A4ID is to be an authoritative voice of the legal community, to inspire and enable lawyers to join the fight against poverty, and to ensure that legal support is available for those engaged in that fight.

A4ID seeks to recruit a dynamic, vibrant and experienced Policy, Research and Learning (PRL) Officer who will champion and be responsible for supporting the development of A4ID’s policy, research and learning portfolio. In collaboration with the Programmes Team and under the supervision of the Policy, Research and Learning Lead, the PRL Officer will conduct cutting-edge and rigorous research, write policy papers and briefs and creative content for articles, reports, and presentations to communicate A4ID’s policy recommendations.

You will also have the opportunity to work with experienced staff across the organisation, and the PRL Officer will ensure that A4ID has up-to-date, relevant evidence and creative policy solutions on salient issues as delegated by the Policy, Research and Learning Lead in close consultation with the CEO, CPO and the Programmes team. You will contribute to the effective delivery and successful administration of the Law and Development Training Programme (LDTP) in the UK and in the development and roll-out of other learning offerings in close consultation with the PRL Lead and the Programmes team. The role requires a deep understanding of the intersection between law and international development, strong analytical skills, and the ability to translate complex research data into actionable policy recommendations.

For further information and to apply, please visit our website via the Apply button.

Closing date: 15 September 2024.

Project Manager, Policy Fellow

Terms: full time; 2 year contract
Salary: £36,400-46,000
Location: Remote working, with the opportunity to work from co-working space if desired and quarterly in-person team away days.
Start Date: September 2024
Line Management: Consultant, Project Officer
Line Manager: Programme Manager

Closing Date: 6 September 2024. On submission of your application, please add ‘Project Manager 1 -  2024’ in the subject line. 

You must have the right to work in the UK or Germany. Please note that the advertised salary range in sterling is based on United Kingdom employment terms and conditions. Salary offers for positions based in Germany take into account local tax and social security regulations, which may result in different net salary outcomes compared to those in the UK.

About BASIC

BASIC is an independent think tank whose mission is to safeguard humanity and Earth’s ecosystem from nuclear weapons risks and interconnected security threats, for generations to come. Founded in 1987, we have 36 years’ experience of convening meaningful dialogues across complex political divides, and a reputation for generating innovative, high-quality research and policy advice.

BASIC is a fast-paced, inclusive, and rewarding environment in which to work. We have experienced >5x growth since 2017, and our intention is to continue this growth trajectory. We have an exceptionally positive team culture.

BASIC sees its role as one of drawing together different perspectives within the nuclear weapons / security debate and pushing the boundaries of policy discussions. We cherish our independence and freedom of speech. We are independent, receive no core funding from any state, and our project work is funded transparently.

Role Description

The Project Manager is an adept and organised professional, esteemed within the nuclear policy community for their level. Responsible for overseeing a discrete package of work, they must demonstrate a clear understanding and alignment with broader programme goals, strategies, and objectives. The role will report to the Programme Manager.

Taking charge of project deliverables, the Project Manager will navigate the entire project cycle, from generating fundraising ideas to developing them further and building knowledge of funding relationships. 

The Project Manager should possess a solid understanding of global security and conflict

resolution, coupled with a proven ability to design, and execute high-quality project management and research. The ideal candidate is an established researcher with a specialisation in nuclear weapons issues or whatever else is relevant to the project that they will be managing, and an emerging track record of policy relevant publications. 

The Project Manager will manage two BASIC projects concurrently:

1. The Peaceful Nuclear Technologies Portal (PEANUT, 2024-2025)

The PEANUT Portal will be a one-stop shop microsite featuring information about available civil nuclear science and technologies for the fulfilment of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs or ‘Global Goals’). In this capacity, you will work with a subject matter expert (already appointed) to build the site and actively promote the site and peaceful nuclear technologies more generally amongst relevant States and multilateral conferences.

As Project Manager, you will oversee the successful completion of further funding for the PEANUT project for beyond March 2025.

2. ‘Scoping British Nuclear Weapons Harms’ (2024-2026). 

Scoping British Nuclear Harms is a two-year scoping inquiry into the humanitarian and environmental harms caused by the UK Government’s nuclear weapons programme since its genesis. The candidate will build on existing work by BASIC to develop a nuclear harm reduction framework, and develop national and international networks with others working on these issues to develop and promote this work.

The role requires a fundamental understanding of the UK’s nuclear weapons programme and history, and the Project Manager will have a professional background in nuclear science and/or technology. Ideally the Project Manager will also have experience with science communication. 

The Project Manager should possess the skills to expand their network in their area of specialisation, benefiting BASIC, and be capable of line managing other team members within their programme. 

This role necessitates a formal project or programme management qualification – BASIC will provide the Project Manager with such training and qualifications if they do not already possess one. The Project Manager will collaborate with their line manager to identify a professional development plan, closing skills gaps and aspiring to become an internationally respected leader in their field.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

1. Project Delivery

Applicants will need to be able to demonstrate the ability to:

• Manage project timelines, budgets, and reporting requirements

• Line manage, mentor/coach, and provide pastoral care for the project team: policy fellows, project assistants and interns

• Write high-quality, policy-relevant research reports, op-eds and briefings

• Organise international roundtables, workshops and other events with track 1 and 2 participants

• Manage relationships with stakeholders and build BASIC’s network and reputation

• Independently represent BASIC at international meetings

2. Fundraising

Applicants will need to be able to demonstrate the ability to:

• Develop a project, by independently and confidently scoping funding opportunities

• Liaise with the Programme Manager on funding priorities and opportunities

• Manage projects with minimal day-to-day manager input.

• Develop new and existing relationships with funders

• Write and edit funding applications

3. Communications

Applicants will need to be able to demonstrate the ability to:

• Collaborate with various stakeholders including international partners to build strong relationships.

• Facilitate dialogue and cooperation among diverse stakeholders.

• Promote our / their work confidently and internationally 

• Confidently use online social media platforms, and if possible, press contacts

4. Office support

Applicants will need to be able to support the running of the organisation and colleagues with a range of administrative tasks wherever required.

Role Requirements

Essential Criteria for the role

• Educated to Master’s level – or demonstrate the equivalent in work experience

• 7+ years of work experience in a think tank, research institute, NGO, foundation or government working on international security issues

• Passion and commitment to our organisational mission of promoting dialogue to advance global security

• Demonstrated ability and track record in leading the creative development and delivery of policy projects in the UK or internationally, including budgeting and reporting

• Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders from a variety of professional and cultural backgrounds and with broad variations in seniority and function

• Excellent analytical and methodological skills, and an organised approach to research

• Well-developed interpersonal skills, including evidence of working successfully as part of a team

• Strong track record of previous fundraising experience and success

• Experience organising policy roundtables and workshops

• Willingness to travel internationally when required

• Strong organisational skills and an eye for detail

• Good personal network in their research area

• Previous line management experience

Desirable Criteria

• Science/technology or ideally science communication background

• Formal project management qualification
  
   

Please note that, due to the large number of applications we receive, we are not able to acknowledge receipt of all applications and only shortlisted candidates will be notified. If you have not heard from us within two weeks of the closing date, you have not been successful.

Programme Manager, Senior Policy Fellow

Terms: full time; 3 year contract
Salary: £44,000 - £55,000 depending on experience 
Location: Remote working, with the opportunity to work from co-working space if desired and quarterly in-person team away days.
Start Date: September 2024, sooner possible
Line management: Project Managers, Project Officer and Project Assistant
Line Manager: Research Director 

Closing Date: 6 September 2024. On submission of your application, please add ‘Programme Manager -  2024’ in the subject line. 

You must have the right to work in the UK or Germany. Please note that the advertised salary range in sterling is based on United Kingdom employment terms and conditions. Salary offers for positions based in Germany take into account local tax and social security regulations, which may result in different net salary outcomes compared to those in the UK.

About BASIC

BASIC is an independent think tank whose mission is to safeguard humanity and Earth’s ecosystem from nuclear weapons risks and interconnected security threats, for generations to come. Founded in 1987, we have 36 years’ experience of convening meaningful dialogues across complex political divides, and a reputation for generating innovative, high-quality research and policy advice.

BASIC is a fast-paced, inclusive, and rewarding environment in which to work. We have experienced >5x growth since 2017, and our intention is to continue this growth trajectory. We have an exceptionally positive team culture.

BASIC sees its role as one of drawing together different perspectives within the nuclear weapons / security debate and pushing the boundaries of policy discussions. We cherish our independence and freedom of speech. We are independent, receive no core funding from any state, and our project work is funded transparently.
 

Role Description

The Programme Manager is a highly-efficient, well-organised, and internationally-respected member of the nuclear policy community.They are expected to be able to take primary ownership of project delivery management as well as lead the development of multiple new projects, including developing ideas leading to successful fundraising.They will have strong knowledge of several methodologies which could be used for new projects and will have a track record of winning funding, as well as some knowledge of funding relationships. 

The Programme Manager will have specialisation in the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty Regime and will need to have a good general knowledge of global security and conflict resolution, and a demonstrable ability to design and carry out project management and research to a high standard. They are expected to be an internationally recognised researcher with a strong area of specialisation related to nuclear weapons issues, specifically in the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty regime. 

The Programme Manager will implement the Non-Proliferation Treaty Monitor (NPT Monitor), a platform that provides independent analysis and information on the effectiveness and implementation of the Treaty by the NPT-recognised nuclear-weapon States. The key objective for the Programme Manager will be to develop this project to a level where the NPT Monitor becomes a permanent and essential fixture of the NPT regime, providing significant analysis on treaty implementation for States Parties (especially smaller delegations), NGOs, and academia. 

The Programme Manager will demonstrate exceptional leadership and vision within the nuclear policy community. They will have a robust track record of policy-relevant publications. A strong network in their area of specialisation is essential, and they are expected to maintain and expand it to benefit BASIC. The Programme Manager will also be responsible for line managing team members across multiple projects, demonstrating exceptional leadership and fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment.

For the Senior Policy Fellow title, we expect a well-developed professional network, particularly in fundraising relationships; we expect the ability to manage large scale, complex projects with budgets exceeding £400,000/year; and we expect an independently developed vision for the growth and further development of the programme including a fundraising strategy to match this ambition. This role also demands a formal project or programme management qualification, although we are open to discussing the provision of training if this has not already been achieved.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

1. Programme delivery 

Applicants will need to be able to demonstrate the ability to:

• Manage project timelines, budgets, and reporting requirements

• Line manage, mentor/coach, and provide pastoral care for the project team: policy fellows, project assistants and interns

• Write high-quality, policy-relevant research reports, op-eds and briefings

• Manage organisation of international roundtables, workshops and other events with track 1 and 2 participants

• Manage relationships with stakeholders and build BASIC’s network and reputation

• Independently represent BASIC at international meetings

2. Fundraising

Applicants will need to be able to demonstrate the ability to:

• Build our programmes, by independently and confidently scoping funding opportunities

• Liaise with Programme Director about funding priorities and opportunities

• Manage projects with minimal day-to-day Director-level input.

• Develop new and existing relationships with funders

• Write and edit funding applications

3. Communications

Applicants will need to be able to demonstrate the ability to:

• Use online and offline communications skills to promote our / their work

• Confidently use online social media platforms, and if possible, press contacts

4. Office support

Applicants will need to be able to support the running of the organisation and colleagues with a range of administrative tasks wherever required.

Role Requirements

Essential Criteria for the role

• Educated to Master’s level

• 8-15+ years of work experience in a think tank, research institute, NGO, foundation or government working on international security issues

• Passion and commitment to our organisational mission of promoting dialogue to advance global security

• Demonstrated ability and track record in leading the creative development and delivery of policy projects in the UK or internationally, including budgeting and reporting

• Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders from a variety of professional and cultural backgrounds and with broad variations in seniority and function

• Excellent analytical and methodological skills, and an organised approach to research

• Well-developed interpersonal skills, including evidence of working successfully as part of a team

• Strong track record of previous fundraising experience and success

• Experience organising policy roundtables and workshops

• Willingness to travel internationally when required

• Strong organisational skills and an eye for detail

• Good personal network in their research area

• Previous line management experience

Desirable Criteria

• Formal programme/project management qualification

Please note that, due to the large number of applications we receive, we are not able to acknowledge receipt of all applications and only shortlisted candidates will be notified. If you have not heard from us within two weeks of the closing date, you have not been successful.

The Rank Foundation is seeking a Finance and Operations Officer to join their dedicated team in Shoreditch. The post holder will be at the heart of our operations, ensuring smooth financial management and supporting meaningful initiatives. The position is offered on a full-time permanent basis based in our office in Shoreditch, London, and we hope the postholder to start in late Summer / early Autumn.

If you are a passionate finance professional with strong operational skills and look to make an impact in the philanthropy and social sectors, apply now!

Key accountabilities:

· Finance: Manage payments, invoices, expenses, and grants payment using Xero, reconcile accounts, handle VAT returns, and maintain organised financial records.

· Organisational Administration: Support GDPR compliance, provide general administrative support, assist with events, and manage shared inboxes and VOIP accounts.

· Governance Support: Offer administrative support for trustees, circulate executive reports, plan governance meetings, and review policies.

· Programme Support: provide administrative support to some of the Rank Foundation’s flagship programmes.

Please download the Recruitment Pack for the full description of the post. 

How to apply and recruitment timetabl2

If you would like to apply, please state the role you are applying for and send your CV together with a supporting statement no longer than 2 sides of A4 that clearly demonstrates how you meet the knowledge, skills, and experience requirements of the role. 

The important dates to note 

Closing date for applications: 5pm on Monday 9th September 2024

Interviews: In-person London, 19th September 2024