Project Support Officer Jobs
About the Role:
This new position will drive our income generation efforts through various channels and initiatives. You will develop and implement business development strategies to attract financial support from individuals, corporations, foundations, and potential donors. The role will proactively engage with donors, build relationships, and cultivate partnerships to create and maximise income generation to support our mission and programmes.
What You'll Do:
Drive development of Urban Synergy’s presence in business FTSE 250 and others, through successful inbound and outbound prospect and client engagement.
Research and identify potential funding sources, including individuals, corporations, foundations, and grant opportunities to build a meaningful opportunity pipeline.
Create comprehensive fundraising strategies aligned with Urban Synergy’s organisational goals and mission.
Create, implement and manage fundraising campaigns and initiatives to maximise income generation.
Build and maintain relationships with existing and potential donors.
Develop donor cultivation plans, including personalised communications, events, and stewardship activities.
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective donor engagement and recognition and explore new partnership opportunities.
Work closely with the Head of Programmes and Engagement and the Partnership Manager.
Identify relevant grant opportunities and draft compelling proposals ensuring timely their submission including reports, and related documentation.
Attend networking events, conferences, and community gatherings to expand the organisation's network and establish strategic partnerships.
Track and analyse income generation activities, prepare regular reports and revenue forecasts on fundraising progress, outcomes, and ROI.
Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and ethical standards in fundraising activities.
Who we are looking for:
Someone with substantial and demonstrable experience of working with corporates within FTSE 250 and the commercial sector. This includes proactively acquiring new partnerships and maximising existing relationships, including how to access the decision makers.
Have excellent presentation and negotiating skills, representing the charity in a range of settings and to a range of audiences.
Be a self-starter with strong sales and influencing skills, Able to work independently in particular in developing corporate fundraising products and tools.
Degree in Business, nonprofit management, marketing, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
Proven experience in income/revenue generation, fundraising, or new business sales, preferably within the nonprofit sector.
Strong knowledge of fundraising principles, techniques, and best practices.
Excellent communication, writing and interpersonal skills, displaying a commitment to excellence and careful attention to detail.
Target driven with an ability to think strategically and develop and implement compelling fundraising strategies.
Strong organisational and project management skills.
Proficiency in fundraising software, CRM systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.
Knowledge of ethical fundraising practices and compliance regulations.
Collaborative and strategic builder.
If you are a proactive, curious and empathetic individual committed to making a positive impact on the lives of young people, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity to join our team at Urban Synergy.
Urban Synergy is an equal-opportunity employer and welcomes candidates from diverse backgrounds.
About Urban Synergy:
Urban Synergy, an award-winning youth empowerment charity is seeking a passionate target driven Business Development Manager to join our growing team. The role is crucial to generate sustainable new revenue streams to support our essential social mobility work. As Business Development Manager, you will play a critical role in ensuring the financial sustainability and growth of the organisation, enabling us to make a long-term positive impact on the lives of young people.
Founded in 2007, by our CEO Leila Thomas, Urban Synergy's mission is to inspire, guide, and ignite the ambitions of young people aged 9-24 years. We focus on early support to build confidence and demonstrate to young people that the world is their oyster. Through our mentoring programmes, we create a positive and lasting impact on the lives of our beneficiaries by fostering personal development, building self-confidence, and providing guidance to help them achieve their goals.
Work environment:
Flexible hybrid working. You will be required to travel to London on a regular basis to meet the team, and other in person meetings, sponsored events and Partner organisations.
Right to work in the UK / UK VISA Sponsorship
You must have the right to work in the UK and it is important to note that Urban Synergy is unable to sponsor individuals to work in the UK.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
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Company pension
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Work from home
Work days:
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Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
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London: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Education:
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Bachelor's (preferred)
Experience:
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Business development: 3 years (required)
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Sales: 5 years (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in London
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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The Women’s Engineering Society (WES) is a charitable company founded in 1919. We are the oldest professional network of women engineers in the world and the largest in the UK. Our vision is of an engineering industry that employs the diversity of the society it serves to solve the biggest societal issues of our time. Our mission is to support women in engineering to fulfil their potential and support the engineering industry to be inclusive.
We are looking for a full time Partnerships Manager to manage our growing pool of partners in the UK including, Engineering organisations from small start-ups to universities, SMEs to Blue Chip FTSE 100 companies want to partner with WES to support women in engineering and meet other partners.
The ideal candidate will have experience of account management and sales, preferably in a not-for-profit organisation. They will be a self-starter and be keen to provide new initiatives to help engineering organisations achieve their diversity goals. The focus will be to manage the existing Partner relationships, supporting clients to utilise their partnership inclusions, such as memberships and job credits. The role will also include generating new leads to encourage new partners to join WES and sponsors for national events.
Principal Accountabilities:
· Work with Partnerships Engagement Officer to create, develop, support, and manage engagement with all WES Partners.
· Be the primary point of contact for partners and sponsors ensuring relationships are proactively managed, including catch up calls with partners and email correspondence.
· Develop and deliver an partners strategy identifying opportunities for growth from both new and existing partnerships aligned with WES’ vision and mission.
· Source and manage sponsorship for WES’ events and initiatives, including International Women in Engineering Day (INWED), Student and Annual Conferences, Lottie Tour.
· Promptly following up on enquiries from prospective partners, inputting and updating the CRM system (Sales Force).
· Host Partner networking sessions which will include running best practice webinars.
· Work collaboratively with colleagues to achieve tasks and project goals, ensuring partnerships align with our Charity values and policies.
· Report monthly to the CEO and quarterly to the Board.
· Work closely with the Marketing department to provide partner content for the monthly Partner Update newsletter and quarterly Journal
· Conduct outreach and generate new leads, to source new partners.
· Attend exhibitions and events as WES’ representative to source new partners.
· Attend meetings of the partners Directors’ Committee and the Board as required.
· Line management and development of the Partnerships Engagement Officer, creating a high performing culture to ensure the successful delivery of team objectives.
WES partners are integral to the second focus area of the WES strategy: Supporting businesses and institutions to attract and retain women in engineering. Successful partnership engagement means partners are more likely to renew and increase their support of women in engineering.
You will be joining a small but dynamic and enthusiastic team who are passionate about supporting women in engineering. If this excites you, then we’d love to hear from you.
Essential criteria:
· You will have solid experience of managing complex partnerships and demonstrate key elements required to succeed in this role.
· A growth mindset to drive forward progress with vision, energy, creativity, and proactivity.
· Demonstrate strong communication, organisational and relationship building skills
· Experience of effective leadership and line management.
· Experience in managing growth opportunities/sales pipeline, with solid results.
· Ability to work under pressure and juggle priorities in a fast-paced environment.
· A ‘can-do’ and flexible approach with the ability to adapt to changing priorities.
· A strong commitment to the principle of equality, diversity and inclusion.
· Experience of working within a team and dealing with competing priorities.
The successful candidate will be a team player, a self-starter able to work alone without supervision and a strategic thinker.
The WES team comes from across the UK and works flexibly. The successful candidate will be able to work remotely, with a requirement to attend monthly team meetings in person at the office based in London, some travel may be required to support specific activities but this would be at the line manager's discretion..
We are an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified applicants equally without regard to age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
Benefits:
· 5% Company pension
· 25 days’ annual leave
· Flexible schedule
· Work from home
· Paid sick pay
Application Deadline: 02/09/2024
Interviews to be held week commencing 09/09/2024
No Agencies Please.
Please read the attached Full Job Description before applying.
The Women’s Engineering Society (WES) is a charitable company founded in 1919. We are the oldest professional network of women engineers in the world.
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The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About the Company: Medical Aid for Palestinians (MAP) is a leading UK charity dedicated to improving the health and dignity of Palestinians affected by conflict, occupation, and displacement. With a focus on the occupied Palestinian territory and Palestinian refugee camps in Lebanon, we provide vital health and medical care to those in need, particularly in crisis zones like Gaza.
About the Role: As Support Retention Manager, you will lead on our cash, mid-value and supporter journey strategies. The postholder will develop a high-performing retention and development programme building engagement and grow supporter life-time-value. This role is crucial as we seek to build relationships with long-standing supporters as well as sustain the engagement of our recent emergency supporters.
In collaboration with the Head of Individual Giving, you will lead the development and delivery of our Individual Giving strategy to help successfully deliver MAP’s five-year vision. You’ll lead the development of supporter-led multi-channel campaigns, launching and testing new channels and creating bespoke supporter journeys.
Responsibilities
Leadership and Strategy
- Build and inspire a high-performing, results-oriented team focused on delivering sustainable income to maintain and build on recent growth.
- Performance manage, support and develop the Individual Giving Fundraising Officer.
- Lead the development and delivery of Individual Giving strategies, leading on MAP’s Individual Giving and Mid-Value retention strategy with a focus on growth and lifetime value.
- Work across and develop MAP’s retention products, appeals and journeys, including playing a vital role in delivering multi-million-pound integrated campaigns during Ramadan and Winter.
Planning & Management of Campaigns
- Collaborate with the Head of team and peers to develop team plans aligned with the Fundraising strategy.
- Ensure the team create and optimize insight-driven, supporter-led campaigns., working with the Marketing Manager and Insights lead
- Ensure processes and systems are in place to track and meet KPIs, including the development of robust testing plans to optimize campaigns based on insights.
- Manage and motivate a range of agency partners and suppliers.
- Ensure compliance with relevant fundraising legislation and stay updated on changes in relevant thinking and laws.
Innovation
- Lead the investigation, testing, and implementation of product innovations utilising agile methods to test and learn with efficiency.
- Develop bespoke, audience-led supporter journeys, including ongoing journeys for UK and international supporters.
- Proactively stays ahead of emerging trends and horizon scanning and enjoys working in a fast-paced, agile manner, acting on learnings to optimize activity.
Budget Management
- Create annual budgets for the Individual Giving Programme, setting income and expenditure targets, with support from the Head of team.
- Manage the retention budget, including reporting on management accounts, reforecasting, and assessing risk levels.
General Responsibilities
- Support the mission, ethos and values of MAP.
- Support and promote diversity and equality of opportunity in the workplace.
- Maintain and improve competencies through continuous professional development.
- Treat with confidentiality any personal, private or sensitive information about individuals, organisations, clients or staff and MAP data.
Job Requirements
- Relevant experience in fundraising and/or marketing, with experience of direct marketing and developing supporter/customer journeys and campaigns to build long-term loyalty, engagement and income growth through cash and regular giving.
- You’ll have experience of end-to-end project management, including managing multiple projects and priorities at once.
- Experience in leading multi-channel, data-led fundraising and/or marketing appeals with evidence of income growth across channels including mail, email, SMS and TM.
- Strong track record in developing direct marketing strategies.
- Experience in strategic planning, project management, budgeting and forecasting.
- Experience of managing external stakeholders and agency partners – including creative/DM, print, SMS/TM and fulfilment agencies.
- Experience in analysing and presenting data for informed decision-making, as well as leading others to develop testing plans and optimise campaigns.
- Able to confidently analyse results, digest complex data, and extract insights to inform strategies and campaigns. This includes cash, regular giving and audience analysis.
- Expertise in digital and written communication, with a supporter-centric approach.
- Able to balance short and long-term priorities and manage opportunities and risks.
- Effective management and leadership skills, with experience of line management.
- Highly proactive - excellent at networking, communicating, and influencing.
- Relevant direct marketing qualification and/or equivalent experience.
Personal attributes and other requirements
- Commitment to maintain high standards to promote trust and confidence in MAP’s fundraising initiatives.
- Commitment to a zero-tolerance policy on sexual exploitation & abuse/safeguarding.
- Commitment to anti-discriminatory practice and equal opportunities
- Commitment to the aims, values and ethos of MAP
- Ability and willingness to work weekends/evenings in emergencies, and to travel overseas where necessary.
MAP has a zero-tolerance policy with regard to Sexual Exploitation and Abuse by MAP‘s personnel against the people they serve. Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) is the responsibility of everyone, and all selected candidates will be required to comply with MAP's PSEA Policy at all times. Selected candidates will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks against their past behaviour related to sexual exploitation and abuse, and may be required to provide additional information further on in the selection process.
Somebody goes missing in the UK every 90 seconds. Missing People exists to ease the heartache experienced by those missing someone, and to help people who are away from home find their way back to safety. Our vision is for every missing child, adult and family left behind to find help, hope and a safe way to reconnect. We are a non-judgemental, highly skilled team of staff and volunteers working for everyone who needs us. We provide free, confidential support, help and advice by phone, email, text and live chat.
Missing People aims to put people with lived experience at the heart of our work, amplifying their voices to achieve change. We coordinate a UK-wide network of people, businesses and media to join the search for the estimated 170,000 people who go missing each year.
THE IMPACT YOU WILL HAVE
We are in a sound financial position – at the high end of our reserve’s policy – but are constantly aware of the challenges that face us such as cost of living etc. As a result, we are looking to scale our operations sustainably over the next few years. Your steer in that process will be vital as we strive to make an even bigger positive impact in the lives of those affected by missing.
You will be responsible for the financial management and strategic financial overview of the Charity. You will contribute to the corporate needs and development of the charity, with advice and input grounded in sound financial strategy and legal principles. You will maintain effective management systems and controls to safeguard the financial integrity of the charity and ensure that all departments are promptly and accurately informed about their financial performance and fulfil the role of Company Secretary.
Key projects you can expect to work on this year include investment in the future growth of the charity; and the procurement of new central systems software including finance software fit for a growing charity.
ABOUT YOU
We’re looking for an experienced finance leader and a team player who is highly analytical, systematic and a great communicator. You’ll enjoy working organisation-wide and having input to strategic decisions. You’re a collaborator with a sense of purpose, who enjoys driving forward new finance projects, problem solving and enabling others. If you’re looking for a varied, challenging and rewarding role, where you can have genuine impact which benefits others in meaningful ways, then we’d love to hear from you.
You will have:
- Worked as a Finance Director in a similar size and/or larger organisation.
- Experience of strategic financial planning including budget cashflow preparation and offering support to non-financial staff with budgetary responsibility.
- Acted in the role of Company Secretary.
- Qualified chartered accountant or management accountant (FCA, ACCA, CIMA etc).
- Proficiency in the use of finance software systems and related software.
- Knowledge of charity accounting standards, best practice financial management and key issues facing the sector i.e., SORP
WHY WORK FOR MISSING PEOPLE?
Would you like to work for a welcoming, caring organisation which makes a difference to people affected by the issue of missing throughout the UK?
Missing People is a friendly and supportive place to work. Working for Missing People means living our values. It’s a place where people are encouraged to ‘let fly’ so you can ‘make things happen’. We know you’re more than just a job title, and ‘be human’ is an important value here. You will find plenty of scope for personal development including: getting involved in cross-charity projects; leadership development or volunteer supervision; training; e-learning; and hearing about the latest topics from some of our amazing partners. We offer a range of enhanced family friendly benefits. We are happy to talk about flexible working in many of our roles.
HOW TO APPLY
If you want to be a lifeline when someone goes missing, click apply to read the full job description, and a letter from the Chief Executive Officer. We look forward to receiving your application.
Please ensure you include your CV and a brief covering letter explaining how you would be a good fit for this role.
Closing date: 23:59 on 8th September 2024. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early in the event of a very large number of applications, so Apply Now!
Interviews: 18th or 19th September 2024
Location: South West London (Central Office is based in Mortlake – 12 mins from Clapham Junction and 23 mins from Waterloo)
Job Type: Part time, 21 hours per week. Flexible Working considered.
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £70,000 - 75,000 per annum pro rata
Benefits: 28 days annual leave per annum/pro rata plus statutory holidays on appointment. Additional annual leave days awarded on length of service*, Company pension contribution, Life insurance (3 x salary) *, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) including 24/7 support helpline, Interest-free Season Ticket Loans*, Additional maternity pay and leave*, Additional paternity pay*, Additional sick pay* *available after probation period passed
You may also have experience in the following: Chief Financial Officer, Charity finance, Financial Controller, Finance Manager, , Management Accountant, Chief Accountant, Finance Director, Finance Controller, Company Accountant, Group Accountant, Finance Accountant, Financial Accountant, Qualified Accountant, Nonprofit Finance, etc
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Befriending Officer
Age UK Birmingham (AUKB) and Age Concern Birmingham (ACB) are working together to reduce loneliness and isolation for the over 50s.
Working with current befriending assets, local communities and the Neighbourhood Network Scheme, the service will identify and address gaps across the city, developing:
· A Befriending Offer Forum
· Creating Friendship Groups
· Reconnecting through short-term on-to-one Befriending Support
Job Purpose
Your role will be to support and strengthen existing befriending services, through the befriending forum.
You will also establish and deliver engaging new friendship groups maximising reach and accessibility across the city. Working with the groups to support them to become self-led, independent, and sustainable.
To work on a one-to-one basis with older adults to assess wellbeing, increase socially activity and signpost to other services as required.
To support and oversee volunteers providing telephone befriending to housebound older people.
Principal Duties:
· To identify and map existing befriending services and gaps across the city.
· To support ACB Service Manager to establish and operate a Befriending Forum, supporting existing befriending services to maintain and strengthen their befriending offer.
· To establish new friendship groups where there is an unmet need, with the aim of them becoming independent and self-led.
· To risk assess working environments as appropriate in line with Health & Safety policies and procedures.
· To make referrals/signpost to other appropriate agencies and organisations for specialist support based on the individual needs and circumstances.
· To work with ACB Manager to develop and deliver workshops to strengthen befriending services
· To maintain accurate and confidential records, ensuring activities, outputs and outcomes are recorded for reporting purposes.
· To report any safeguarding/incidents/accidents to line manager.
· To develop contacts, links, and relationships with other programmes such as Neighbourhood Network Schemes.
· To represent the team at external meetings where appropriate.
· To support and develop volunteers, overseeing their day-to-day activities.
Other duties
· To work to achieve the objectives of the organisations’ Equality and Diversity Policies.
· To undertake any training required for the role and by the organisation.
· To participate in the supervision and appraisal systems adopted by the organisation.
· Adhere to the Health & Safety, information assurance, safeguarding policies and all other policies relevant to service delivery.
· To undertake any other duties commensurate to the post not specifically mentioned in this job description.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Senior Acquisition and Welcome Officer – DRTV/Print, an excellent opportunity to join an International Welfare Charity, based in London.
- Hybrid Working: 1 day per week in the office.
- Salary: c. £38,491 per annum.
Do you have experience managing DRTV and are looking for a step-up? Or, are you keen to gain experience in DRTV? This is the role for you!
You will join the Acquisition and Welcome Team who are responsible for the acquisition of new supporters and stewarding them through their first 6 months via engaging integrated welcome journeys. This is done through a variety of channels including DRTV, Paid Social, Paid Search, Display and Inserts.
As the Senior Acquisition and Welcome Officer, you will play a pivotal role in achieving ambitious plans for growth, by managing channels such as DRTV, and delivering, testing and scaling up a variety of other activities such as inserts and welcome journeys.
Main responsibilities
- Work with media, telemarketing and SMS agencies, digital inhouse experts, to propose annual testing plans across all elements.
- Plan and manage campaigns from start to finish, on time and to budget.
- Develop new DRTV creatives and test adapts as required
- Work closely with digital colleagues to ensure all DRTV ads have digital activity to support, from PPC, to integrated social ads, to home page and landing page content
- Regular review and summarise monthly media plans, telemarketing scripts and SMS copy
- Set up and maintain tracking of results, contribute to monthly media reviews to optimise results, collate and share quarterly internal review analysis
- Act as key point of contact for DRTV, sharing learning and championing the role DRTV plays in wider strategy
- Follow audience and data-led approach to campaign management, using insights to inform campaigns and use test-and-learn approach, to maximise results.
Experience, skills and knowledge required for this Senior Acquisition and Welcome Officer – DRTV/Print role:
- Experience working in similar fundraising marketing role, such as Individual Giving, Direct Marketing, Marketing Campaigns, with excellent campaign management and analytical skills.
- Experience of campaign managing channels such as DRTV, print, telemarketing, email.
- Excellent analytical skills to analyse and interpret complex data into reports, and using insight to inform plans
- Experience of optimising campaigns from creative, content and media testing and regularly sharing updates on progress.
- Excellent organisational and project / campaign management skills, able to plan schedules, manage and prioritise multiple tasks from start to finish, to agreed time and budget
- Experience of managing third-party suppliers to agreed KPIs and service level agreements.
Key Information:
- Deadline: This is a rolling recruitment process. Please applying as soon as possible, as the role may close earlier than advertised.
- Hybrid Working: 1 day per week in the office.
- Salary: c. £38,491 per annum.
Angela Mann Recruitment' is a specialist Charity & NFP Recruitment Agency, with extensive experience and knowledge of working within the sector. We match individuals to roles based on the required skills and experiences requested to fulfil a position, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation.
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Bristol & Weston Hospitals Charity raises funds for all ten hospitals in the University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW). We’ve been in partnership with UHBW for 50 years and we’re as passionate about our work now as we were when we began life in 1974. We’re here to bring moments of joy, comfort and hope to those who need it most; The millions of patients and their loved ones who pass through our hospital doors each year and 13,500 NHS staff who care for them.
So many of these people want to say thank you for the incredible care they receive. Whether that’s taking on a challenge, fundraising in memory, or spreading the word to their community group. That’s why we need you to take the reins of our Community Partnerships & Events Fundraising Officer while the current post-holder covers maternity leave in another role at the charity.
This is a varied role where one day you could be planning our Christmas concert and the next you’ll be cheering runners over the finish line of the Bristol Half Marathon. You’ll be ready to join our community of kindness and help our supporters give something back to our hospitals.
“I’m inspired every day by our amazing supporters. From weird and whacky challenges to incredibly moving stories – every day is different. If you want to join a supportive and creative team, playing your part in improving the health and happiness of patients and staff in our hospitals, then this role is for you.” – Liana, current post holder
We are a Disability Confident employer.
Closing date: 22nd September. We will be interviewing on a rolling basis so we urge you to submit your application as soon as possible.
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As part of our continuing commitment to environmental sustainability and improving the quality of life for beneficiaries through environmental initiatives, we are currently seeking an Environmental Programme Officer based in Birmingham.
Position: Environmental Programme Officer
Reports to: Director of Programmes and Partnerships
Status: Hours of Work: Full-time (40 hours per week)
Terms of Employment: Permanent (subject to 6-month probationary period)
Salary: £24k-£30k dependent on experience
Location: Office-based, Birmingham
Deadline for Applications: 30th September 2024
PLEASE NOTE: Interviews are expected to take place on an ongoing basis until the vacancy is filled. The vacancy, therefore, may close sooner than the deadline date.
Islamic Help is a UK-based international relief and development organisation that has developed rapidly since being established in 2003. Our programmes aim to help and empower disadvantaged communities in the UK and abroad; some of the key areas we work in are emergency response, WASH, education, livelihood and environment conservation.
What We Offer
Islamic Help acknowledges that our employees are our most valuable resource. Therefore, we provide a variety of benefits aimed at promoting their professional growth, as well as supporting their mental and physical well-being, and maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
- Holiday entitlement of 30 days per financial year (for full-time employees; includes bank holidays entitlement – due to the nature of the role, you may be required to work on bank holidays)
- Personal learning and development opportunities.
- Automatic enrolment into our workplace Pension Plan (option to opt out).
- Employee Assistance Programme for support with health & wellbeing, financial matters, and any other assistance.
- Free office car park for staff.
- Prayer facilities in the Mosque located below our office (Brothers and Sisters).
The Role
Key Responsibilities
- To support the charity in the development of a climate action strategy
- Develop and oversee Islamic Help’s climate change advocacy campaigns and projects.
- Liaise with relevant UN Agencies, attending forums, submitting reports and ensuring Islamic Help is represented on relevant wider coordination platforms.
- Work in consultation with the Director of International Programmes & Partnerships and various sustainability experts, to assist with the development of the Children’s Eco Village programme in Tanzania including site management, child-focused programmes, budgeting and fundraising.
- To identify individual programmes and priorities for children in the Eco Village for their development as well as environmental projects for the general development of the Children’s Eco Village
- To develop fundraising strategies in consultation with the team for the Children’s Eco Village as well as the projects within it
- Assist Islamic Help’s offices worldwide with materials and resources including sustainable practices as well as progress reports on ongoing projects and feedback on completed projects.
- Develop a climate action volunteering programme to get more people involved in Islamic Help’s environmental projects as well as campaigning and advocacy.
- To identify funding opportunities, locally, nationally and internationally that will contribute to the development of Islamic Help’s climate strategy including corporate and institutional markets.
- To develop Islamic Help’s environmental policy and lead on implementation of green and sustainable initiatives for the HQ and international offices
- To identify partnership opportunities, locally, nationally and internationally, for joint climate campaigns, with a view to build and broaden Islamic Help’s capacity e.g. skills, expertise, etc.
- To represent Islamic Help at climate events and conferences.
- Perform any other duties assigned by your line manager that are appropriate to your role within the organisation.
Attributes
Essential
- A degree in an either international development-related studies (must have environmental-focused module) or environmental sciences.
- A passion and unwavering commitment to climate and environmental issues.
- Be effective in a fast-paced working environment.
- To undertake all tasks and duties in an effective, efficient, transparent and wholly accountable manner.
- Have the ability to travel to various locations across the world to manage the progress of environmental programmes and to represent Islamic Help on various platforms including UN conferences and global environmental events.
- To undertake any reasonable responsibilities as required by the line manager.
- To promote and adhere to all IH policies and codes of conduct.
- Experience of working on Programme Quality, HR, Safeguarding and Risk.
- Excellent oral and written English.
- Must have driving licence.
Desirable
- Experience of working within INGOs and Partner/Field Office Management.
- Experience of working in-country within the countries that IH operate within.
- Knowledge of any of the following languages is an advantage: French, Arabic and Urdu.
How to Apply
To apply, please email your CV and covering letter detailing how you meet the requirements for
the post to our HR department.
We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
You must have proof that you have the right to work in the UK.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, faith or disability.
Deadline for applications: 30th September 2024.
NOTE: Interviews will be on an ongoing basis and the vacancy may close before the deadline date.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are looking for a Temporary Individual Giving Officer for an incredible arts charity to be responsible to support the end-to-end delivery of individual giving campaigns across a range of media, from planning to execution.
Hybrid - 2 days per week in their London office , 1 day being a Wednesday
The Role
IG project management/managing appeals to set deadlines and key milestones; liaising with internal stakeholders to achieve this (IT/Comms teams and others)
Support to team around a flagship event that the team support each year (administrative and event support leading up to the event)
Updating and uploading onto the CRM system
Data Selections
The Candidate
Able to manage multiple projects at one and prioritise accordingly
Good relationship building skills and stakeholder management
IG experience at officer level
Experience with CRM data systems like ThankQ
Experience of Data Selections
Strong and written communication
IMPORTANT NOTE
Our aim is to respond to all successful applications within 5 days. If you havent been contacted within 5 days your application has been unsuccessful and your details will not be held further but we positively encourage you to apply for any other positions that you may see in the future.
We apologise that we cannot contact everybody in person but thank you in advance for your interest.
Third Solutions encourages applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Third Solutions acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003.
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Part Time – Race and Community Engagement Officer
Kingston Race and Equalities Council’s (KREC) is an independent Charity which works towards the elimination of racial discrimination and associated inequalities; promotes equality of opportunity and good relations between persons of different racial groups; addresses the Human Rights and needs of all communities
Kingston Race and Equalities Council (KREC) are working in partnership with South West London Health and Care Partners to develop an Anti-Racist approach across South West London. KREC is working on engagement with community and voluntary organisations to make sure our approach is co-designed with local people and communities, ensuring it resonates and that initiatives have meaningful impact.
One of the ways KREC plans to do this work is to identify and work with a number of community and voluntary organisations to help determine what issues communities consider should be tackled to help address Racism in SW London.
About the role
If you are energetic and passionate about Race and Community Engagement then this is an exciting opportunity for you. KREC is seeking to recruit a part time Officer to work within South West London to help develop an Anti-Racist approach. This is an opportunity to be in the centre of change for communities in SW London, at the same time developing a new approach to reduce race discrimination and inequality in health services. The role will manage a grants programme and work in partnership with those organisations funded to gain valuable insight in developing our approach across South West London.
The position is open to all applicants. We strongly encourage people from Black, Asian, and Minoritised communities who are passionate about Race Inequalities and Health to apply. Consideration will be given to flexible working.
This appointment is for a six months fixed contract.
KREC is an equal opportunities employer.
Closing date: 16th September 2024
Interviews: w/c: 23rd September 2024
To apply for this role please send your CV and a covering letter of up to 2 sides of A4 telling us how you meet the Essential and Desirable criteria in section of the Job description.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Contract type: Permanent/Full time
Hours: 37.5hrs per week
Salary: £25,100 to £28,045 per annum
About us
Thames Valley Air Ambulance is one of the UK’s leading air ambulance charities. We’re here for people in Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, and Oxfordshire when they need us most. Bringing hospital-level care by land and air.
We exist to give everybody in our community the best chance of surviving and recovering from an emergency. Our mission is to do everything in our power to protect, save and revive lives, with the best critical care at the scene and beyond.
We love what we do. Our charity is a place where people care for each other, provide support and encourage everyone to be their best and we pride ourselves on being one of the UK’s leading air ambulance charities. As an innovative charity, we are continually developing our organisation and pushing the boundaries of patient care to deliver a unique emergency service, where and when it is most needed. We are driven to do the right thing for our patients, their families, our supporters.
The role
As a member of the Fundraising Team, the post holder will work with the Individual Giving Development Manager on implementing audience focused fundraising campaigns that deliver long-term sustainable income, as well as mutually beneficial relationships with our supporters. The post holder will maximise lifetime value and loyalty by delivering fundraising campaigns across multiple channels. The post holder will use evidence-based insights to create fundraising campaigns that increase our overall effectiveness. The post holder will be responsible for providing outstanding supporter experience and stewardship to TVAA supporters.
We have achieved significant growth over the last five years, largely through individual giving, legacies, major gifts, and some in memorial giving. We are keen to make a step change in our voluntary income, this is an exciting time of growth and opportunity at TVAA, and we are looking for an enthusiastic and creative person to join our team.
About you
This is a fantastic opportunity to become a key member of our fundraising team.
You will have experience of working in a charity fundraising or marketing environment and experience of supporting the planning and delivering of projects or campaigns using a variety of media. Experience in producing newsletter content, using social media for marketing and direct mail and digital campaigns would be advantageous, as would experience of dealing with customer or supporter queries. You will have strong communication, interpersonal and negotiating skills and be able to work to a multiple of tasks at a time, and to be able to engage with a wide range of people is essential.
If this role sounds like it’s for you, we would love you to apply!
In return we offer a competitive salary and great staff benefits such as:
- 25 Days holiday
- Hybrid Working with the option to work up to 3 days remotely
- Holiday Trading
- A day off for your birthday (pro rata for part time)
- Free Flu Vaccination
- Option to purchase a Blue Light Card
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Company Pension Scheme
Successful appointment to this post maybe subject to a DBS check
You may have experience of the following: Fundraising Officer, Direct Marketing Officer, Supporter Engagement Officer, Fundraising Executive, Development Officer, Charity Campaigns Officer, Individual Giving Coordinator, Philanthropy Officer, Marketing Executive, Charity, Charities, Third Sector, Not for Profit, NFP, etc.
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Location : Based in Chingford (but with travel to other boroughs for pick-ups, you may also be required to visit our sites in South Yorkshire for training and development as needed)
Hours : Full time (9am-5pm mon-fri)
Salary : £27,600 per annum
Contract Term : Permanent
Start Date : September 2024
Are you passionate about making a difference to the lives of young people? We are looking for a supportive and nurturing person to join our London team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an award winning nationally recognized organization that strives to make education accessible for learners who have struggled to cope in mainstream.
Some of the perks of working at The Really NEET Project
- 10 weeks paid holiday per year (during school holidays)
- Vitality Health package (with no employee excess to pay on claims)
- Royal London Pension Scheme
- 45p per mile for any work related journeys
- Minimal teaching hrs with small group sizes compared to mainstream education settings
- Dedicated time allocated for planning time, innovation and creativity
Who will I be changing the lives of?
All of our learners have an Educational, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) and as a result all have some level of additional need. Some of the most common areas of need that we see are Social, Emotional, Mental Health (SEMH), Autism (ASC), ADHD although we work with learners with a much broader range of needs.
We currently have projects in Rotherham, Barnsley, London and The Midlands.
Main Responsibilities
- Responsible for the delivery of a pre agreed curriculum for your learners using pre planned sessions for FS Maths & English, Art, Change Workshops & Careers sessions. Whilst there are teaching resources available it is a requirement of this role that you will tailor the curriculum to the interests and aspirations of the learner that you are working with in order to increase participation and engagement.
- To develop high quality teaching materials and schemes of learning that keep students engaged using creativity, differentiation and extension tasks
- To meet the needs of pupils with Special Educational Needs and in collaboration with the SEND Lead to prepare, implement, monitor and review Individual Educational Packages and EHCP targets.
- To provide a high-quality student experience that enables students to succeed beyond their expectations
- Promote Inclusion best practice and contribute to the aims and ethos of the college
- Working with students from Pre-Entry to Level 2
- Responsible for comprehensive marking and written and verbal feedback for learners
- Working in conjunction with the Outstanding and Good criteria for OFSTED
- To participate in weekly group engagement activities such as bowling, nature walks, climbing, graffiti workshops etc to ensure you build a strong rapport with all students.
If you want to work somewhere that values both its staff and its learners, then Really NEET would welcome your application.
For more information on this role and our organization please visit our website.
What to expect from the recruitment process –
- Application form submitted and reviewed by the panel
- Shortlisted candidates invited to a first stage interview
- Candidates who are successful at the first stage interview will be invited for a second stage assessment which may consist of an in tray task, scenario presentation or microteach along with time with the learners and a tour of the workplace.
- Candidate selection – the panel will review any applications and a selection decision made
- Recruitment Manager will make contact with applicants to let them know the outcome of their interviews
- All applications must be submitted by 11th September 2024 with interviews being held the following week. All candidates should be notified of the outcome within 5 days. (subject to change)
Please note that we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our learners and expect all those who work with us to share this commitment. Successful applicants will need to undertake a DBS Enhanced Clearance check (Disclosure and Barring Service) and complete a Self Disclosure.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Senior Fundraising Officer
Reference: JUN20247943
Location: Home based
Salary: £29,200.00 - £31,347.00 Per Annum
Benefits: Pension Scheme, Life Assurance Scheme, 26 days' Annual Leave
This is a Permanent role for 37.5 hours per week.
This is a key fundraising role in Wales looking to secure income from external funding sources including grants, trusts and corporates against annual targets to achieve the RSPB Cymru's goals, playing a key role in building financial support for nature.
What's the role about?
The role of Senior Fundraising Officer will work within the Fundraising team in RSPB Cymru to identify, develop and deliver fundraising projects, matching these to agreed priority areas on the delivery plan to maximise income. It will lead on the development of funding plans for priority work and contribute to the implementation of agreed fundraising opportunities, leading on large funding bids across one or more income stream.
Central to the role is scoping, developing and managing funding relationships and multi stakeholder bids to optimise opportunities and ensure successful funding arrangements. It will ensure the requirements of funders are met including any reporting and compliance conditions. It will update and utilise contact databases to ensure accurate records are kept to facilitate effective contact management across the organisation. It will ensure funders and donors have an excellent supporter experience and increase their understanding and awareness of RSPB vision and work.
The successful candidate will work across teams, share best practice, represent the RSPB in line with our organisational values and strive to achieve the best outcomes for the RSPB at all times.
Essential skills, knowledge and experience:
- Experience of working in a successful fundraising role for at least 12 months
- Thorough working knowledge and application of relevant Chartered Institute of Fundraising, Fundraising Regulator and Charities Act regulations and guidelines
- Understanding of fundraising and donor/supporter motivations and how to build cases for support
- Able to articulate understanding of GDPR and data protection relating to funder/supporter information
- Understanding of how to use a fundraising database such as Salesforce.
Desirable skills, knowledge and experience:
- Welsh speaker
- Knowledge of Welsh fundraising environment
- Knowledge of the environment and nature
Closing date: 23:59, Mon, 2nd Sep 2024
We are looking to conduct interviews for this position from 16th September 2024.
Interested?
If you would like to apply and find out more about this position, please click the apply button to be directed to our website.
As part of this application process you will be asked to complete an application form including evidence on how you meet the skills, knowledge, and experience listed above.
We are committed to developing an inclusive and diverse RSPB, in which everyone feels supported, valued, and able to be their full selves. To achieve our vision of creating a world richer in nature, we need more people, and more diverse people, on nature’s side. People of colour and disabled people are currently underrepresented across the environment, climate, sustainability, and conservation sector. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled, we are particularly interested in receiving your application. Contact us to discuss any additional support you may need to complete your application.
The RSPB is an equal opportunities employer. This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
The RSPB is a licenced sponsor. This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract.
No agencies please.
The Centre for Deaf and Hard of Hearing People (CfD) is a registered small-sized charity that delivers a wide range of services including community development initiatives and assistive equipment services to people in Bristol who are Deaf, deafened, or hard of hearing. Our mission statement includes, we are working toward creating a Bristol “where everyone can participate in all aspects of life in the city, whatever their level of hearing”.
CfD challenges the prejudice and barriers that Deaf and hard of hearing people face in their daily lives. We are developing exciting new plans for activities that will contribute to our aims and promote equality for all deaf people. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing team at CfD. This new outreach role will support the delivery of our community development work.
We welcome applications from people who understand the Deaf Community and the needs of hard of hearing people of all ages. You will be enthusiastic and passionate about Deaf and hard of hearing issues. You will be an outstanding communicator who believes in people organising themselves and who wants to support Deaf and hard of hearing people to set up activities, and to connect with their communities. You will be enthusiastic about working towards making Bristol a city that is more inclusive of Deaf and hard of hearing people.
Summary of duties:
Our Community Outreach Worker will support the delivery of our new community development project: Connecting People into Communities, funded by Bristol City Council.
The role will include:
• Establishing drop-in sessions throughout Bristol for Deaf and hard of hearing people as a first contact point.
• Signposting/referring individuals to appropriate services and offering support with connecting people into communities – including the Deaf Community, hard of hearing peer support, and local community hubs.
• Providing information on activities and events occurring across Bristol and local hubs.
• Finding out what hard of hearing people in Bristol would like to see CfD offering.
• Strengthening our relationship with community organisations and other community based services, including those who support people from minority ethnic groups.
• Exploring how we can extend our work to reach more Deaf and hard of hearing people aged under 50.
• Developing content for our website so that it becomes a resource for organisations who want to improve their inclusion of Deaf and hard of hearing people.
The post holder will be a part of CfD’s Communities Team and will be expected to support the work of our other community projects i.e. our Deaf People Together and Community Hub projects. The post holder will be based at The Vassall Centre, Gill Avenue, Fishponds, Bristol BS16 2QQ.
The main responsibilities are to:
• To support the delivery of the Connecting People to Communities project so that it meets its aims by:
- Increasing our contact with organisations and hubs that work with minority ethnic groups throughout Bristol, particularly with those who support older people, and with organisations based in areas of deprivation.
- Working with community hubs (e.g. community centres, libraries etc) to provide regular CfD “drop-ins” – primarily as a first contact point and to alleviate isolation and loneliness.
- Signposting and referring individuals to appropriate services, and supporting individuals with connecting to communities.
- Providing advice and guidance to community hubs on how to make their venues, events and activities accessible to and inclusive of Deaf and hard of hearing people.
- Providing information on activities and events for Deaf and hard of hearing people across Bristol and local hubs.
- Finding out what hard of hearing people in Bristol would like to see CfD offering and what support they need.
• To support the work of our Communities Team by:
- Helping to run events so that local Deaf and hard of hearing people and communities have their say about how services are developed.
- Planning and attending project events e.g. coffee mornings, workshops etc.
- Developing positive relationships between service providers and Deaf and hard of hearing people, and advising providers on how to improve their services to become more accessible and inclusive.
- Supporting the Community Development Officer with collecting project monitoring and evaluation data e.g. equality monitoring data, case studies on the experiences of Deaf and hard of hearing people, and recording information on the database.
- Supporting the Community Development Officer with publicising our Small Community Grants scheme, and supporting existing groups with organising their events/activities.
- Working with the Community Development Officer to set up and facilitate Deaf-led advisory group(s).
• To provide content from project activities for CfD’s website and social media, such as information about activities and events.
• Be part of the team representing CfD at local events and exhibitions.
• Be flexible in your working hours. You may be asked to represent the project at meetings/events outside core working hours, or to complete any other duties that may be reasonably required for the performance of this position.
General
• Attend conferences, training, and other staff development opportunities.
• Develop an agreed personal training plan and carry this out using internal and external training as required.
• Adhere to and promote CfD’s policies and standards, especially the Equal Opportunities, Data Protection, Safeguarding, Health and Safety and Communication policies.
• Act as an ambassador for CfD, promoting a positive and professional image and attitude at all times.
• Support the CEO and other CfD staff in achieving the aims of CfD and carry out such other relevant duties as may be agreed.
• Support CfD to find funding for new projects involving Deaf and Hard of Hearing people.
• Coordinate and manage own Access to Work support (if needed).
Terms and conditions:
1. This is a full-time position of 37.5 hours a week. CfD’s core hours are 10am – 4pm. Occasional evening and weekend work will be required.
2. Contract until January 31st 2026, with possibility of an extension subject to further funding.
3. Salary £22,000 - £27,000 a year.
Note:
The final interpretation of this job description rests with the CEO in consultation with the Board of Trustees and the jobholder. The job description will be reviewed in the course of supervision meetings and any amendments will be negotiated with the jobholder. The jobholder is also expected to share in other CfD activities as time permits and by agreement with the CEO.
Person specification
The successful candidate will be an excellent communicator, with good knowledge and empathy of the experience of Deaf and hard of hearing people. You will also have a pro active approach and be committed to helping and supporting others.
Essential skills and competencies:
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
• Able to anticipate problems and develop solutions.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• A positive attitude toward Deaf and hard of hearing people with an understanding of the barriers they face in their lives.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and confidence in communicating with Deaf British Sign Language (BSL) users and hard of hearing people. This may be direct communication or through a BSL interpreter or speech-to-text operator.
• Experience of supporting or working with groups of people, either as part of paid work or as a volunteer.
• Experience of consulting with individuals and communities or groups.
• Good influencing and negotiating skills so that you can persuade people to make their services more inclusive of deaf people.
• An understanding of the importance of evaluating the impact of project work
• Good attention to detail.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and associated software, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to travel round Bristol as this role will require traveling to and from multiple places.
Desirable skills, knowledge and experience:
• Personal experience of hearing loss.
• Good working knowledge and use of simple databases or CRMs (e.g. Charity Log). (CfD will provide training on Charity Log.)
• Knowledge of British Sign Language (CfD will provide training for the successful candidate if they do not have BSL skills).
• Experience working, paid or unpaid, in or with communities, the disability sector or in the third sector.
• An understanding of how you evaluate project work
• Experience of organising small scale events.
• Experience of delivering Deaf Awareness or Equality training.
• Experience of writing content for social media or websites using Plain English e.g. information about events.
Things we expect all staff to support us with:
• Actively seek out opportunities for development and income generation.
• Read, understand and follow CfD’s policies and procedures.
• Stay up to date with key developments in your specialist area.
• Be willing to occasionally work evenings and weekends.
• Participate in team-meetings and development days.
• Be willing to travel across Bristol and occasionally further afield.
• Represent CfD at local, regional and national meetings and events.
In return, you will receive:
• Competitive pay and holiday allowance
- 25 days a year plus Bank Holidays (pro-rata if part-time)
• Employee pension contributions
• A flexible working policy
- Our core hours are 10:00 until 16:00 Monday to Friday
• The opportunity to be part of a committed, skilled and supportive team
• Support to develop your skills further
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you for your interest in the Executive Assistant + Governance Officer role at the Black Equity Organisation. We are thrilled that you are considering joining our team, and we look forward to potentially working with you. At the Black Equity Organisation, we are dedicated to creating a workplace that embodies our commitment to equity and justice. We are seeking an exceptional and talented individual to fulfill the critical role of Executive Assistant and Governance Officer to the CEO and the Board of Trustees. You will bring your highly organised, excellent executive assistance, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills to undertake a key coordinating and supporting role for BEO’s Senior Leadership Team (SLT), Trustees, and Committees.
The ability to take accurate, well-written minutes is essential, as is confidence in arranging hybrid meetings using appropriate equipment and technology. Our team is warm, friendly, and deeply committed to fostering an inclusive and collaborative environment. We prioritize the well-being of our employees, ensuring that everyone has the support they need to thrive both personally and professionally. We are excited to welcome someone who shares our values and dedication to making BEO a wonderful place to work. As an Executive Assistant and Governance Officer, you will have the ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality and act with tact and diplomacy at all levels. You will make administrative, project, and process decisions and have sound judgment on sensitive, confidential, and urgent issues while working in a fast-paced environment. You will be used to “joining the dots” and making appropriate connections, ensuring that people have the right information at the right time. Outstanding organizational and time management skills, a methodical and efficient approach, and a real attention to detail are essential for this role.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.