Project Officer Jobs in Ely, Cambridgeshire
We are Britain’s first rewilding charity on a mission to see 30% of our land and seas rewilding by 2030. Rewilding has recently moved from being a niche idea to playing a significant role in the fight against some of the biggest global challenges we face. Rewilding Britain has been at the forefront of this change since its formation in 2015, acting as a catalyst for debate and action, and demonstrating the power of working with nature to build a green economy where people and nature thrive.
We influence policy, inspire public action and catalyse joined-up practical and financial support to help establish rewilding across Britain’s land and seas. Through our rapidly growing Rewilding Network we’re bringing together a community of rewilders - from land managers and farmers, to charities, community groups and national parks - to inspire and support each other to create a wilder, more prosperous Britain. It’s not too late - but we must act now.
We have a Vision and Strategy to 2030 and are in the process of evaluating the impact of our current strategic plan and defining our strategic objectives for 2025-2030. In 2025 we will also celebrate our 10 year anniversary. As we prepare for 2025-2030 we have an opportunity to develop an innovative approach to measuring impact that matches our Think Big, Act Wild ethos, our systems transformation approach and our core values.
We are looking for a fixed term Impact and Evaluation Manager to help us to develop an initial impact and evaluation framework for the organisation. Reporting to our Chief Operating Officer, the aim is to be able to understand, evaluate and learn from our impacts and to track our organisational performance through appropriate data and metrics. It will build on an existing set of metrics that have been developed and provide the foundation for a longer term impact evaluation approach.
Role purpose:
Lead the development of an initial impact and evaluation framework that will help us to track our progress, demonstrate achievements and ensure accountability.
Your responsibilities will include:
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Consult and work closely with staff and relevant external stakeholders to review current impact performance tracking across all organisation objectives and identify gaps in or improvements required.
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Lead the development and design of an initial impact and evaluation framework and data collection system for Rewilding Britain, including clearly defined and measurable outcomes linked to our Strategic Plan and Theory of Change.
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Lead on the collation, analysis and communication of monitoring and evaluation data across the organisation and highlight any key trends.
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Design a dashboard and reporting mechanisms for presenting the data in a way that is easy to use and understand.
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Contribute towards the continuous improvement of processes, data and our technology to enable the charity to collect and analyse impact and monitoring data on an ongoing basis.
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Champion good data practise for all internal databases to ensure data quality and centralisation of data.
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Support the Fundraising Team in their work to identify, cultivate and inform existing and prospective donors and funding partners with relevant evidence and insights
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Support and collaborate with the wider team on evaluation and monitoring to instil a culture of learning and evaluation across functions
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Extract, interpret, summarise and communicate key stakeholder needs from evaluation and data outputs
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Work closely with our Data Monitoring Project team to incorporate data from our emerging Rewilding Monitoring Framework into our impact and evaluation framework.
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Produce evaluation reports and the data, stories and case studies for a high quality 10 year Impact Report using this framework.
Skills, experience and behaviours
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Experience of designing, executing and embedding measurement frameworks.
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Experience of conducting quantitative and qualitative research.
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Experience of using insight from data and research to add value.
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Strong reporting skills using different outputs and mechanisms for different audiences.
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Excellent communication skills and the ability to interpret complex information for a range of non-specialist audiences
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Excellent interpersonal skills with a dynamic, collaborative and creative approach to problem solving
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Highly proactive, comfortable with autonomy and driven to make a difference.
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Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, as well CRM and internal communication tools.
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Appetite to be part of a fast-growing organisation that is rapidly expanding its systems and processes
This job description is not all encompassing and may change to reflect need. Your duties may be reviewed from time to time and revised and updated in consultation with you to reflect appropriate changes.
Terms and conditions and staff benefits
This is a full time, fixed term role for an initial 9 month period, with the possibility of extension. The salary is £37,000 to £42,000 f.t.e depending on experience.
There will be some freedom for the person to determine their own working arrangements each week, within limitations, providing the work is delivered.
Rewilding Britain employees benefit from 25 days annual leave per year (pro rata for part time roles), rising to 30 days over 5 years. A generous employer-matched pension scheme is also available.
We are a virtual team who work from home and/or co-working spaces. We will support you to achieve a suitable virtual working environment. Some meetings are held face to face across Britain, so a willingness to travel with occasional overnight stays is desirable.
Equality in employment: Candidates will be shortlisted and selected according to suitability for the post without regard to age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.
Use of artificial intelligence tools: Rewilding Britain does not accept cover letters, presentations or answers to recruitment questions whose content is AI generated and we will actively screen for this as part of our recruitment process. Rewilding Britain does not use AI tools to review candidate applications; real people will review and shortlist applications.
Rewilding Britain is not a licenced sponsor at this time. Any offer of employment will be made subject to the provision of a valid right to work in the UK.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Fundraise for ROLDA and make a difference to the lives of animals in need.If your dream is to save animals, put your best skills to work and join our passionate team today!
Job Title: Fundraising Manager
Salary: £38K -£40K
Location: Remote
Reports To: Founder / CEO
Job Type: Part-Time 20hrs/w (Full-Time for the right candidate)
Closing date: 25 October 2024
About Us: Thank you for your interest in our Fundraising Manager role. We seek a senior, experienced international fundraising manager to grow support from individuals, major gifts, trusts and legacy pledgers primarily in the UK, but also for the ROLDA globally.
ROLDA (Romanian League in Defence of Animals) is a small animal welfare charity working to improve the lives of dogs, cats, and other animals in Romania and internationally. Since its establishment in 2006, ROLDA has become a beacon of hope for the millions of vulnerable stray animals in Romania – one of Europe's economically poorest nations. Our mission is to manage the homeless animal population, estimated to be millions, through six key focuses: rescue, rehabilitation, sheltering, sterilisation, and education. Within our shelters, inspired by British kennel design and maintained to meet EU animal welfare standards, we can house up to 700 stray dogs at a time. Here, they receive complete veterinary care, rehabilitation, and preparation for rehoming. Since 2006, we have helped over 48,000 animals (primarily dogs and cats) and built two shelters for dogs and one for disabled and senior cats. We also distribute support, primarily through small grants, to six other charities in Romania and over 40 shelters in Ukraine. We rehome mainly in Switzerland, Sweden, and the UK. In addition to our efforts in rescuing and rehoming animals, ROLDA tackles the root cause of Romania's homeless animals through comprehensive neutering programmes and educational initiatives. Since 2006, we have successfully neutered nearly 20,000 cats and dogs, significantly impacting Romania's severe overpopulation of animals.
Job Overview:
As a Fundraising Manager at ROLDA, you will play a pivotal role in leading and developing our fundraising strategy. The successful candidate will have a proven track record in securing funding from Trusts and Foundations, engaging with Individual Giving programmes, cultivating relationships with Major Donors, and promoting legacy giving.
We are looking for an experienced fundraiser with proven success to join our team, bringing the leadership, confidence, drive, and experience to develop and deliver a fundraising strategy that matches our ambition. Reporting to the Founder and CEO, the role presents an opportunity to shape the future of the charity and build long-term partnerships with individual supporters and Trusts.
Experience required to be considered for this role:
Fundraising Experience:
Proven experience in fundraising is a key requirement. This should include a track record of successful fundraising campaigns, securing grants, and managing donor relationships.
Experience in multiple fundraising channels, including:
Trusts and Foundations: Demonstrated success in writing and securing grants from foundations.
Individual Giving: Experience in developing and implementing strategies for acquiring and retaining individual donors.
Major Donors: Track record of cultivating relationships with major donors and securing significant gifts.
Legacies: Knowledge and experience in promoting legacy giving programmes.
Strategic Planning:
Strong strategic thinking and planning skills are essential. Fundraising Manager should be able to develop and implement comprehensive fundraising plans aligned with organisational goals.
Communication Skills:
Excellent written and verbal communication skills. This includes the ability to craft compelling grant proposals, write persuasive fundraising materials, and communicate effectively with donors and stakeholders.
Relationship Building:
Proven ability to build and maintain positive relationships with donors, both individual and institutional. This involves effective communication, cultivation, and stewardship.
Responsibilities:
Develop and Implement a Fundraising Strategy:
Work closely with the CEO & the existing team to develop the current fundraising strategy aligned with organisational goals.
Individual Giving:
Plan, execute, and evaluate Individual Giving campaigns to increase donor acquisition, retention, and engagement.
Implement effective direct marketing strategies, online campaigns, and other initiatives to drive regular giving.
Major Donors:
Cultivate and steward relationships with Major Donors, ensuring personalised engagement and a high level of donor satisfaction.
Develop strategies to identify and secure major gifts from individuals
Legacy Giving:
Promote legacy giving programmes and work on initiatives to encourage donors to include ROLDA in their wills.
Collaborate with legal and financial advisors to facilitate the legacy giving process.
Trusts Management:
Identify, cultivate, and secure funding from Trusts and Foundations, ensuring strong relationships are built and maintained.
Research, write, and submit compelling grant proposals to Trusts and Foundations.
Ensure effective grant management, reporting, and compliance with funders' requirements.
Collaboration and Communication:
Collaborate with the marketing and communications team to ensure fundraising messages are consistent and effectively conveyed.
Provide regular updates to the leadership team and Board on fundraising progress and achievements.
Abilities and competencies
Working remotely for ROLDA, a small international charity requires a unique set of abilities and competencies.
· The ability to be self-motivated with a high level of self-discipline and motivation
· Clear and concise communication skills
· Proficient in using digital tools and platforms for virtual collaboration and project management.
· Effective organisation and time management skills
· The ability to be resourceful and creative in finding new funding opportunities
· Excellent skills in building and maintaining relationships, even in a virtual environment.
· The capacity to work independently and make decisions without constant supervision in a remote setting.
· A focus on achieving measurable results and meeting fundraising targets is essential for demonstrating the impact of fundraising efforts.
· Passionate about the work of ROLDA with a commitment to animal welfare
Qualifications
Minimum 5 years of experience in fundraising, with a focus on Trusts and Foundations, Individual Giving, Major Donors, and legacies.
Benefits:
Flexible work arrangements: We offer flexible work hours and the option to work remotely to support your work-life balance.
Professional development opportunities: Access to training programs, workshops, conferences, and mentorship opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.
Meaningful work: Join a team dedicated to making a real difference to animals in need and see the direct impact of your efforts.
Opportunities for leadership: Take on this leadership role and gain valuable experience and career growth opportunities.
Inclusive culture: Be part of a diverse and inclusive team that values and respects all members.
How to Apply:
Please submit your CV, a cover letter outlining your relevant experience, and two writing samples (e.g., grant proposals, fundraising communications) .
ROLDA is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.
Please submit your CV, a cover letter outlining your relevant experience, and two writing samples (e.g., grant proposals, fundraising communications)
Our mission is to ensure animals have a good life by advocating for them and by inspiring everyone to treat them with compassion and respect.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Do you have experience in marketing and building partnerships that drive meaningful change? Could you be passionate about making a positive impact and helping to raise awareness for people with learning disabilities and autism? If so, Red2Green is looking for a dynamic and creative individual to join our team as Marketing and Partnerships Lead!
Who we are:
At Red2Green, we have a vision that everyone should be confident in their own ability, be part of a community, enjoy their life, have the best possible access to independence, and, if they desire to, should be able to work. We offer a range of opportunities to support and promote adults with autism and/or learning disabilities in Cambridgeshire to learn new skills, enjoy lots of different leisure activities, make new friends, gain confidence, and prepare themselves for employment where possible. We also work to raise awareness of the potential of people with disabilities to make a positive and valuable contribution to society.
We have three core services:
Options: Supporting adults with learning disabilities to live fulfilling lives and engage in meaningful activities.
Aspirations: Providing educational activities for autistic young people and supporting adults to enhance independence and employability.
Autism in the Workplace: Offering training on autism and neurodiversity and supporting employers in creating inclusive workplaces.
The role
As the Marketing and Partnerships Lead, you will be key in driving Red2Green’s marketing initiatives, ensuring we have a strong public presence and fostering positive relationships with key stakeholders. Your work will enhance Red2Green's visibility through digital and physical marketing, supporting our fundraising efforts and growing our community engagement.
Key duties and responsibilities of the role:
· Leading the development and execution of marketing strategies across digital and print platforms.
· Managing social media, email campaigns, website content, and press outreach.
· Creating accessible marketing materials that reflect Red2Green’s values and mission.
· Supporting fundraising efforts through grant applications and other initiatives.
· Building relationships with volunteers, donors, community partners, and local businesses to drive engagement and increase support.
· Organising community events and networking opportunities to boost our presence and foster connections.
· Ensuring consistent branding and accessible communication across all channels.
Person specification:
You will have:
· Experience in marketing: Digital marketing, social media management, content creation, and campaign development.
· Relationship-building skills: Proven ability to build and maintain positive relationships with key stakeholders.
· Understanding of learning disabilities and autism: A commitment to promoting inclusion and accessibility in all communications.
· Fundraising knowledge: Experience in grant writing and donor relations is desirable.
· Proactive and adaptable: Able to work independently and flexibly in a fast-paced environment.
It is a requirement for this post that an enhanced DBS disclosure check will be undertaken for the successful candidate.
Benefits:
This is an exciting opportunity to use your marketing skills to make a real difference. You’ll work in a supportive and collaborative environment, contributing to the growth and sustainability of an organisation that helps improve the lives of people with learning disabilities and autism.
· Red2Green is located in a beautiful rural environment, with free and ample parking
· We contribute 4% employer pension contributions
· Paid 20-minute break
· Training is provided and undertaken during working hours
· We make staff wellbeing a priority, with 2 Mental Health First Aiders, and regular supervision sessions with managers
Join Red2Green and help us empower people with learning disabilities and autism to live their best lives!
We support and promote people aged 16+ in Cambridgeshire and the surrounding areas who are autistic and/or have learning disabilities.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
LOCATION - Remote with travel required across the UK
Are you looking for an exciting and rewarding new role in 2024? Apply for the Learning and Development Manager role at homelessness charity Emmaus UK.
About Emmaus
Emmaus is a secular organisation supporting homeless and socially excluded people by providing a home for as it is needed, meaningful work in a social enterprise and a sense of belonging and community. There are currently 30 Emmaus communities in the UK stretching from Glasgow to Dover and Norfolk to South Wales, collectively supporting more than 850 people. There are also 3 Emmaus groups working towards the development of services in their areas. We understand that a home is more than just a roof over your head; it’s somewhere to belong, where you feel part of a community, and that’s what Emmaus offers.
About the role
We are seeking a Learning and Development Manager to work with the Director of Partnerships and Federation Development to develop an ambitious learning and development strategy for Emmaus UK.
As a hands-on Learning & Development Manager, you will play a critical role in developing the skills, knowledge, and capabilities of employees, companions, volunteers and trustees across the Emmaus Federation and within Emmaus UK.
Your primary focus will be on developing and delivering effective learning interventions, programs and initiatives that align with the goals of Emmaus and support the growth and development of its people.
You will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the growth and development of employees, companions, volunteers and trustees, contributing to a positive learning culture, and supporting the overall success of the federation. Your role will involve supporting the development and delivery of strategic plans, programme design and implementation, stakeholder management, and continuous evaluation and improvement of learning initiatives.
This role is home-based, with some travel required across the UK.
Who are we looking for?
We are looking for a high-performing Learning and Development Manager, with experience working in a learning and development role, including experience of delivering training in-person and online to a range of stakeholders.
The successful applicant will be able to deliver effective and engaging learning and development programmes and will have experience of identifying and analysing learning and development needs, developing relevant approaches and evaluating effectiveness, developing a strong culture of continuous improvement across Emmaus UK and the wider federation.
This is an exciting and rewarding role for someone who thrives working with different people and pursuing new opportunities.
What we offer
· £37,878 pro rata (based on a standard working week of 37.5 hours)
· Working hours: 5 days per week, Monday – Friday
· Contract: Permanent
· Pension: Stakeholder pension with employer contribution
· Annual leave: 25 days + Bank Holidays + 3 concessionary days leave
· Training & development: Individually tailored induction. Ongoing training and development
· Volunteering: 2 days allowance each year
· Employee assistance: 24/7 employee assistance scheme is available
· Flexible working: Options available, subject to the requirements of the role
· Life assurance: Death in service lump sum of 3 x salary
To apply
To apply for the role, please complete our application form and equal opportunities monitoring form and email us by 12pm on Friday 1st November 2024.
Please ensure you download the job pack and refer to the job description and person specification when completing your application form.
Those shortlisted will be invited to an interview conducted via Microsoft Teams on Wednesday 13th November.
If you would like to arrange an informal discussion about the role, please email us.
Equal Opportunities
Emmaus UK provides equal opportunity for all job applicants and employees and is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination. We are dedicated to an inclusive culture, and we strive to create a workplace where teams of people with diverse backgrounds, characteristic, perspectives, ideas and experiences work together. We welcome applications from all individuals irrespective of age, race, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion or belief, disability, marital status or parental responsibilities.
To ensure fairness and consistency to select the best candidate for our roles, all our applications are anonymised up until an interview has been confirmed so that shortlisting is based solely upon the suitability of the candidate’s experience.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Join our team as our Team Administrator and help improve lives. We are a dedicated charity committed to improving lives through making grants to individuals on a low income and making grants to organisation supporting those experiencing poverty.
The National Benevolent Charity has been supporting people and families on low incomes throughout the UK for over 200 years through the provision of grants and is part of a national network of benevolence charities which operate throughout the UK. Last year we awarded 729 grants individuals in the UK and 42 new grants to organisations in Swindon & Wiltshire, Bristol, and Gloucestershire.
We are looking for someone friendly, professional, and experienced to help our small dynamic team with administration and communications, to increase the number of grants we can make.
You will have excellent written and verbal communication skills and be comfortable in managing contact with the public by telephone and email. You will also need experience in office 365 and using a database. You will also need to be happy working from home, within a small team and have an open, pleasant flexible manner, compassion, and a desire to improve lives
So, if you want to join a small ambitious team, collaborating closely with trustees, believe you have the necessary skills and experience and want to Improve Lives we would be pleased to hear from you.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are looking for Maternity Cover for a Safeguarding Advisor. If you bring both a breadth of safeguarding experience and an understanding of faith contexts, we have a new opportunity for you to use your accrued knowledge and skills for a good cause.
Thirtyone:eight, the UK’s leading Independent Christian Safeguarding charity is looking for a dedicated and knowledgeable Safeguarding Advisor. You will provide an expert and professional service on behalf of thirtyone:eight; including the provision of consultancy and engagement services, maintenance of policy, procedure and best practice guidance and contribute to the operation of our safeguarding helpline.
We are looking for a person with strong communication skills and experience of providing safeguarding support and advice as part of a multi-disciplinary or faith-based context to join our established team for maternity cover.
With a demonstrated commitment to the safeguarding and wellbeing of children and adults, you will need a good working knowledge of safeguarding policy, practice and legislation across diverse contexts (including the UK four nations), as well as a solid understanding of implementing safeguarding at a grass-roots level with faith organisations. In return you’ll get to work in a supportive and rewarding environment and the opportunity to share and learn from fellow safeguarding professionals from a range of backgrounds and settings.
Please note that this job could be home based, office based or hybrid.
The out of hours cover hours are: 7am-9am and 5pm-midnight weekdays; and 7am - midnight Sat & Sun. There are minimal calls coming through during this time so you would not be on the phone all these hours.