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About
The Open Society Foundations work to build vibrant and inclusive democracies whose governments are accountable to their people. To achieve this mission, we provide thousands of grants every year to groups and individuals across the globe that work on the issues we focus on—promoting tolerance, transparency, and open debate. We also engage in strategic human rights litigation and impact investing, while incubating new ideas and engaging directly with governments and policymakers through advocacy to advance positive change.
The Role
To support the Policy, Knowledge & Training team in the development of a wide array of knowledge resources (in written, visual, and digital form), and the design and implementation of creative communication strategies and mechanisms to effectively share these resources with various audiences across Open Society Foundations.
Key Responsibilities
- Work with the Associate Director and the Policy, Knowledge & Training team, members of Grants Management, and other Open Society stakeholders to develop, test, produce and revise knowledge resources (for example, manuals, training guides, guidance and policy documents, case studies, workbooks, videos, online learning tools, and other resources) for Open Society’s Salesforce-based grantmaking software, grants management compliance, and grantmaking policies.
- Assist a team of Grants Management trainers to facilitate trainings, both independently and as a part of the Policy, Knowledge & Training team, for in-person and remote learning sessions.
- Organize resources, information and data into useable formats to meet the needs of end users – both within Grants Management and for the entire organization.
- Develop and maintain informational resources for Grants Management, while ensuring appropriate controls are in place, adjusting for accuracy, completeness and readability.
- Support the execution of communication strategies and mechanisms to share knowledge resources with diverse audiences inside Open Society.
- Stay abreast of grants management and grantmaking policies and procedures, practices, and guidelines at Open Society, and assist stakeholders as needed to understand and adhere to these.
- Build and maintain relationships with program and operational units across Open Society, helping to identify knowledge and experience within the organization that would be valuable to systematize and share broadly.
- Help to identify gaps in knowledge and experience within the organization that the Policy, Knowledge & Training team should address.
- Provide advanced administrative support for Policy, Knowledge & Training projects, including scheduling and arranging the logistics for in-person or virtual meetings, contributing to the development of agendas and facilitating work meetings when necessary, managing project’s timeline, identifying projects’ operational needs and developing solutions, and managing administrative issues related to the work of retained consultants.
- Perform various administrative tasks and other duties as assigned.
- 15% travel is required.
Direct Reports:
None
Key internal relationships
Associate Director, Policy, Knowledge & Training; Grant Officers; Grant Associates
Qualifications
Essential:
- University degree – BA or BSc
Experience
Essential:
- Experience in design and testing of training material
- Experience with evolving and complex administrative policies and procedures and operating within them and ability to quickly understand and use policies and procedures.
- Excellent computer skills, proficient in Microsoft Office, Sharepoint, and experience with other knowledge management/sharing platforms (Freshservice, Interact).
Desirable:
- Experience as an effective teacher/trainer/facilitator
- Experience working with a grant processing software/system (Salesforce or other CRM preferred) Knowledge of grant making concepts and the philanthropic and non-profit sectors in general
- Prior experience working with processes and systems – either from within Grants Management or from Programmatic teams.
- Proven experience in collaborating with multi-country stakeholders within a multinational organization, and/or organization with significant complexity
Competencies
Functional Competencies:
- High level of emotional intelligence and ability to build and maintain strong, trusting relationships, internally and externally, across cultures and geographies, to further unit goals
- Demonstrated specialized knowledge of grantmaking policy, including ability to design reasonable policy, anticipate ways in which policies may succeed or fail, and effectively develop and carry out strategy to align grantmaking practices with OSF’s approach to grantmaking and goals of a given policy
- Ability to use data and information to undertake assessment and inform decision-making
- Excellent l, project management and organizational skills
- Ability to draft policies, guidance and other documents in English; and basic understanding of approaches to adult learning and facilitation
- Works with considerable independence under limited supervision, using judgment to identify issues requiring supervisory involvement
Personal Competencies:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills enabling the individual to effectively draft policies and facilitate where needed
- Demonstrates commitment to OSF’s core values of humility, commitment, collaboration, respect, inclusivity and integrity
- Commitment to continuous learning and growth in the areas of diversity, equity, inclusion, antiracism, and social justice
- Commitment to listening and working with humility; ways of working that are respectful to all people; and that support space and voice for all diverse perspectives in our workplace
Languages:
- An excellent knowledge of English
- Knowledge of other languages would be an asset
Competitive rates of pay apply.
Open Society Foundations is committed to advancing diversity, equity and inclusion, and to building a diverse staff that reflects the movements, issues and communities that our mission serves. Candidates from all underrepresented backgrounds, identities and communities are encouraged to apply.
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and colleagues with disabilities.
Are you highly organised, detail-oriented, and skilled at building strong relationships? Are you an experienced EA/PA with a proactive mindset, capable of thriving in a dynamic team environment and effectively reducing the workload for those you support?
We are partnering with a growing independent environmental non-profit to recruit an experienced Executive Assistant to support a team of four senior executives (C-suite).
As the Executive Assistant reporting to the COO, you will manage diaries, coordinate meetings and travel, assist with Board-level logistics and minute-taking, and handle communication and administration. The role will also support event planning, contribute to organisational efficiency, draft key documents, and maintain strict confidentiality. Additionally, you will contribute to wider business effectiveness by supporting strategic projects.
Key Responsibilities:
- Senior Executive Support: Manage diaries, coordinate weekly and monthly meetings, handle room bookings, and set up presentations and video meetings.
- Travel Arrangements: Arrange business travel for Directors, prepare itineraries, and support the wider management team as needed.
- Board-Level Support: Oversee meeting logistics, take minutes, and assist with Board-related tasks.
- Communication and Administration: Proactively manage communications, administration, and diaries. Balance workloads for Executive Directors and assist with prioritisation.
- Event Planning: Participate in cross-functional teams to organise conferences and events.
- Collaboration: Work closely with office managers to enhance organisational efficiency.
- Document Preparation: Draft briefing notes, meeting documents, presentations, and correspondence.
- Paper Coordination: Prepare materials for Board, C-suite, and senior management meetings.
- Confidentiality: Maintain strict confidentiality at all times.
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.
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Join a small commercial team with big ambitions for the public library sector. We are seeking a Commercial Manager to help us realise our plans to secure a menu of commercial contracts that all of our 175+ member library services can choose to benefit from, according to the skills and assets of their service, their focus and strategy and of course the needs of their communities.
Our Commercial Team
Currently we hold a single commercial contract worth around £3m per year delivered through 12 libraries. Our aim is to reach a point where we have a menu of commercial contracts that all of our 175+ member library services can choose to benefit from according to the skills and assets of their service, their focus and strategy and of course the needs of their communities.
In the current funding climate for local authorities and local government services, these contracts are not just about the income and the services they can provide, but about demonstrating nationally the power of the library sector, and how national services can be delivered locally through library services and the communities they serve.
This is a long term aim of ours – we are seeking to build the commercial team with this role and while it is initially a 12 month contract, our hope is that with the role in place we can generate the income to sustain and build on it.
Main purpose of role:
- Support the delivery of commercial projects across the library sector
- Lead the bidding process for new commercial projects
- Manage the mobilisation and setup of contracts and services
- Manage the ongoing delivery of commercial contracts and services including management reporting and contract / service optimisation to increase benefit to the libraries and sector
- Ensure appropriate agreements are in place with our network of library partners to support current and future commercial collaboration
- Ensure we have organisational documentation and accreditation in place to bid for large government contracts
- Support the development of beneficial procurement frameworks for libraries
- Support the development of commercial skills and capacity across the library sector
- Contribute to the growing commercial awareness and understanding within the organisation, its partners and its members.
Key relationships
- Works with the network of library leaders who are engaged in the delivery of our commercial contracts.
- Works with the Commercial Director, Chief Executive and Commercial Sub Committee to ensure effective delivery of commercial contracts across the sector, and managing commercial and financial risks
- Works with our commercial and contractual partners to deliver on contracted outcomes
- Works with the Advocacy and Communications Manager to support ensure
- Reputational risks are managed effectively
Please see the attached job description for a full description of the role, including person specification.
Frequent travel within the UK will be required for the role.
How to apply:
• Please upload a copy of your CV
• Please submit a covering letter, which should include relevant experience and detail how you fit the person specification set out in the job description
• We do not accept covering letters generated by AI
We operate an anonymous recruitment process, which removes identifying information from applications in order to reduce bias in the recruitment process, for this reason, please remove any identifying information from any uploaded attachments, e.g. CV
Our vision is an inclusive, modern, sustainable and high-quality public library service at the heart of every community in the UK.
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The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Royal Court Theatre has an exciting opportunity for someone to join the team as a Senior Development Manager.
The Senior Development Manager plays a vital, strategic role in enabling the Development team to reach our ambitious fundraising target. They will work closely with the Director of Development, Development Officers, as well as with the Marketing and Communications team, Finance Team and Artistic and Literary Teams.
The role will be responsible for securing new income and managing existing relationships with Corporate supporters and high net-worth individuals. Working closely with the Director of Development, they will lead on the development and implementation of an innovative strategy to grow income from a variety of sources as part of the Development team’s overall fundraising strategy.
The successful candidate will:
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Be an experienced and pro-active development professional with an impressive track record in fundraising in a relevant environment, including in areas such as high-level giving schemes, corporate partnerships and securing large gifts
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Have proven success in donor stewardship, developing enduring one-to-one relationships with high level supporters, meeting ambitious targets and securing new business
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Have excellent organization and project management skills, with the ability to manage a busy workload, deliver to deadlines and manage conflicting priorities
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Be a team player with a can-do attitude – the ability to make things happen, act proactively and lead within a team
Further details of the role can be found in the Job Description.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Our mission at CharityJob is to help charities find people who share their purpose—faster, easier and fairly. From launch in 2000, we've grown quickly to become the UK’s largest and busiest job board for the not-for-profit sector.
We want to spread the word about how rewarding it is to work in the charity sector and we’re looking for a Performance Marketing Manager to help us scale growth and drive quality candidates to find their next job through our site. You’ll report directly to the Marketing Director and sit within our in-house marketing team.
This role is a 12-month FTC to cover maternity leave to begin in October/November.
Job Overview:
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You will devise and execute CharityJob’s multi-channel, full-funnel growth strategy to drive quality candidates to site, as well as driving revenue from recruiters.
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You'll collaborate with our two agencies to deliver the media management and test-and-learn strategies. You’ll ensure we are aligned to meet targets and will project manage activities to optimise our long-term campaign health, detailed in the performance marketing strategy.
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You’ll prepare and work in partnership with those agencies delivering quarterly recommendations for our overall media maturity and growth.
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Closely monitor our campaign performance and attribution across all channels, making data-driven insights to inform our activity.
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Working to meet annual targets, you will oversee the budget management for success and efficiency, accounting for all costs.
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As you deliver projects for our overall campaign maturity, you’ll collaborate with our internal teams including data analytics, design, content, product and the sales team.
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You’ll monitor the latest digital marketing and recruitment tech opportunities that could efficiently widen our reach of quality candidates or drive new monetisation opportunities.
The person we are looking for:
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You’ll have a track record of developing and delivering successful growth strategies.
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You’ll have a strong understanding of platforms such as Google Ads, Facebook Ads etc.
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You'll be proficient in using GA4.
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You’ll be a detail-oriented person with strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret complex data to make data-driven decisions.
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You'll have excellent project management and organisation skills with the ability to multitask.
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You’ll be a strong communicator and able to provide clear briefings to agencies and in-house teams.
We offer:
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Opportunity to work in a positive and passionate marketing team.
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Remote working 3 days per week, with 2 fixed days in our Kingston office.
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Flexible working hours.
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5pm finish in August and December.
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25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
We are only accepting applications for this role from applicants who live in the UK.
We help charities find people who share their purpose, faster, easier and fairly.
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The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Administrator - Trade Union & Industrial Relations
The Society and College of Radiographers (SOR / COR) are two separate companies operating together to provide service and support for those involved in radiography. Together they comprise the professional body and trade union for those practicing in medical imaging and radiotherapy.
The Society of Radiographers has an exciting opportunity for an experienced administrator to join our team in a broad and interesting trade union role.
The Role
Working together with two other experienced administrators, this role will support managers and full-time officers in the important trade union work for our members, including being a first point of contact for enquiries from our representatives and local volunteer SOR representatives relating to casework.
Providing administration support to full time officers, this role will also organise network events and member communications and provide support for the balloting and industrial action process.
Working with other departments, this role will assist in updating and ensuring the integrity of our member data and will produce research and data reports to assist in business planning and decision making. This is an exciting time for the SOR and this role will engage with and provide support for a number of emerging projects that support the business plan and our membership growth plans.
Who we are looking for
The ideal candidate will have previous trade union experience in the administration of case management ballot consultations, industrial action and member networks. Very strong data analysis skills are important, along with the ability to work positively across the team, whilst manging multiple tasks to support projects and varied case work.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
We are committed to cultivating an inclusive and diverse workplace as we believe that this fosters creativity and innovation and is representative of the world around us, and everyone is eligible to apply.
We especially encourage applicants from ethnically diverse and underrepresented backgrounds to apply, reflecting the true diversity of our membership body.
We are a Disability Confident committed organisation dedicated to fostering an inclusive recruitment experience for everyone. If you need assistance with your application, or a reasonable adjustment to the recruitment and selection process – for example, because you are neurodivergent, or have a physical, sensory, cognitive, mental, visible or invisible disability – please let us know, and we will be happy to help.
We encourage candidates to bring diverse perspectives and experiences to the role. Whatever way you like to work, and whatever your background, if you have the skills, experience, talent, and commitment to join our team, we would like to hear from you.
What you need to know
Location: Hybrid working (2 days HQ /3 days home)
Salary: Grade B - £41,080 per annum
London Allowance - £6,559 per annum (HQ / Hybrid)
Benefits include: 37 days annual leave plus bank holidays, final salary pension scheme, significant wellbeing benefits and access to shopping discount platform.
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 35 hours per week
Closing date for receipt of applications: Sunday 8 September 2024 23.59hrs. SOR / COR reserve the right to close the vacancy earlier should there be a large response. Interested candidates are therefore encouraged to submit their application at the earliest opportunity.
Interviews will take place virtually on 17 September 2024
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This new role will be a core part of the Royal Court team, with a focus on high-quality co-ordination and administration to underpin how we manage and support all our staff, ensure smooth board and governance operations, and establish a positive and effective workplace. The job focuses particularly on managing key HR procedures, systems and records (including recruitment); supporting trustee activity including statutory board meetings and paperwork; and ensuring effective internal communications and administration across all our teams.
The role will manage a high volume of correspondence, documentation and processes including confidential and sensitive information, meaning strong organisational skills, attention to detail and discretion are all vital. While much of the focus of the role is administrative and procedural, this will also be an unrivalled opportunity for someone early in their career to learn about the internal workings and management of a leading cultural charity, and to be part of shaping our next steps.
The successful candidate will have:
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Understanding of and commitment to the progression of anti-racism and anti-oppression in the workplace and through your role.
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Excellent IT skills, including confidence engaging with new systems and trouble-shooting issues.
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Positive, friendly and approachable when working with a wide range of staff and stakeholders at all levels.
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Highly organised with a systematic approach to administrative tasks and the ability to forward-plan and use initiative in managing a busy schedule.
More info can be fouind in the job pack, attached. Should you apply, and as part of our continuous review of the Court’s recruitment approach, we would like to hear from you on where you saw this role advertised.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Permanent, full-time
Based in Greenford/Lido West Ealing
Salary: £35,000
We are seeking an Information and Advice Manager who will develop, manage and be responsible for effective delivery of the service.
About the Service
Age UK Ealing information and Advice Services is one of the most important services the organisation provides, enabling and supporting older people in Ealing to live healthy and independent lives.
The service provides a helpline 9.30 am to 4.30 pm 5 days a week providing information advice and guidance to older people, their families, their carers, adult carers and people with long term health conditions.
Key Responsibilities
Some of the key responsibilities in this role include:
- Managing the team of the information and advice service
- Managing and maintaining a caseload of clients
- Ensuring the effective delivery of the service so that is meets targets and funder requirements
- Ensuring compliance with requirements of the relevant quality standards (QAS and IAQP)
- Managing network/liaison with other local key stakeholders and organisations
Who we are looking for
We are looking for someone with experience managing a quality assured Information and Advice service, including internal case reviews and Independent File Reviews.
You will have experiencing supervising and/or supporting staff to give quality advice or information to clients.
You will also have experience in Partnership working.
Ideally you will have experience working with very vulnerable people.
This role is office-based with some community activities in the borough of Ealing. The role is Monday to Friday 9.30am - 4.30pm.
For further details on the position, please refer to the Job Description attached.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV together with a supporting statement explaining why they are suitable for this role.
Your CV should be no more than 3 sides of A4 paper, and the supporting statement should be no more than 2 sides of A4 paper.
Shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a Declaration Form and Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Monitoring Form.
This post is offered subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and references.
Closing date: Monday 15th September 2024
Interviews: Tuesday 24th September 2024
Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Age UK Ealing strives to be an Equal Opportunities employer. Age UK Ealing is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of older people and all vulnerable groups within the London Borough of Ealing, and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Applications without a supporting statement will not be considered.
Our MISSION is to promote the wellbeing of all older people in Ealing and empower them to achieve full quality of life.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Who are we looking for?
We’re seeking an Interim Training Manager for a 6-9 month contract, with the potential to transition into a permanent position for the right candidate. This is a unique opportunity to lead and enhance our training programmes within the charity sector.
In this role, you’ll ensure our training initiatives meet their objectives, stay on budget, and deliver exceptional outcomes.
You’ll leverage your excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills to build strong relationships and drive strategic development. Ideally, you’ll have experience as a trainer or in L&D, and a solid understanding of mental health would be a significant bonus.
If you’re ready to step in and lead with expertise and passion, we want to hear from you!
About the role
Working closely with the Programme Officer for Training, the Training Manager will manage the training function, leading the delivery and continuous improvement whilst managing key relationships ranging from associate trainers who deliver training on behalf of Student Minds to external organisations who wish to purchase training. This role has responsibility for income generation within the organisation and management of the trainer network.
Responsibilities
- Oversee and continuously improve the training function, ensuring objectives and outcomes are met on time, within budget, and to quality standards.
- Lead detailed programme planning, including risk management and budget oversight, in collaboration with colleagues.
- Drive income generation, develop pricing models, and lead marketing strategies for training programmes, working towards annual financial targets.
- Manage relationships with key stakeholders, coordinate professional development for trainers, and assure the quality of training delivery.
- Stay informed on sector developments, adapt training content accordingly, and represent the training programmes at external events.
- Support the implementation of digital systems and contribute to website development for training-related content.
- Collaborate with the team on cross-organisational events, provide consultative feedback, and uphold the organisation's values, including EDI practices.
For the detailed job description please download our Recruitment pack.
Details
Hours of work: 30 hours (4 days) / per week
Contract: 6-9 months (Temporary)
Full-Time Salary Range: £28,552 - £32,445 per annum
Pro-Rated Part-Time Salary Range: £22,841.6 to £25,956 per annum (based on 30 hours per week, equivalent to 80% of a full-time role)
Why work for us?
- Meaningful Mission: Join a team committed to ensuring no Student should be held back by their mental health.
- Nurturing employee wellbeing is central to our culture. That's why we provide each team member with 10% wellbeing time, approximately 3.5 hours a week, to invest in activities such as gym sessions, yoga, extended lunch breaks, or simply taking a rejuvenating walk. Join us and experience a workplace where your health and happiness are valued.
- Equity, Diversity and Inclusion: We value diversity and inclusion, and we actively promote equity in our recruitment process. We use priority interview scheme for candidates from ethnically diverse backgrounds and employ blind shortlisting techniques to ensure fairness and eliminate discrimination.
- Transparent Recruitment Process: Instead of collecting CVs, we use an application form to ensure fairness and equal opportunity for all.
How to apply?
- Download the recruitment pack in the document section, where you’ll find more information about the role including responsibilities and person specifications.
- Complete the Equality Monitoring Form.
- Download and complete our application form which is available in the document section below.
- Upload your completed application form.
Application deadline: 8th September
Interviews: 18th September
Start date: as soon as possible
Student Minds is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
YOUTH MENTORING PRACTITIONER (OASIS HUB MEDIACITYUK - SALFORD)
20 HOURS PER WEEK (Part-time 0.5FTE)
12 MONTH FIXED TERM CONTRACT
SALARY: £13,036 per annum (£26,072 for 1FTE)
Want to enable young people to have positive lives?
Want to be part of a supportive, dynamic, fun & quality team?
Want to make the community a better place?
Oasis MediaCityUK is looking for a special, talented, and adaptable person to help us strengthen and sustain quality personalised support for young people.
Oasis MediaCityUK are a community of ordinary people exploring life together, where everyone is welcomed. As part of the wider Oasis family of hubs, Oasis Community Hub MediaCityUK works to provide integrated, high-quality services that benefit the whole person and the whole community.
An opportunity has arisen for a Youth Mentoring Practitioner based in MediaCityUK, Salford.
The Youth Mentoring Practitioner’s primary purpose is to develop and deliver quality and safe 1-2-1 and small group personalised support for young people.
We are looking for someone who:
· Has recent and proven experience with inner city young people.
· Can co-develop and co-deliver inclusive and supportive programmes with young people.
· Is comfortable working on their own or in a team.
· Can enable us to improve our service and opportunities for young people.
Do you have the character, chemistry & competency we are looking for? Great – read on.
We actively encourage applications from people of all ethnic backgrounds and minority, and underrepresented groups.
Email your CV including a Supporting Statement. For further details on how to apply please visit the Oasis Charity Jobs Website.
Your Supporting Statement should be a minimum of one A4 page addressing the following question:
Please expand on your CV to tell us about how your character, qualities, experience, and qualifications/training will enable you to thrive in this job.
CV and cover letter should be returned by 9am, Wednesday 4th September 2024.
Interviews will take place in Salford w/c 9th September 2024.
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing national organisation, making a difference to communities on a local level, while individually improving the life chances of young people. As part of the package, Oasis offers:
- Flexible working where possible with family friendly policies
· A non-contributory pension scheme, currently offering 7% employer contribution
· A generous holiday allowance, starting at 25 days per year (plus 8 Bank Holidays)
Oasis is committed to making a difference to the lives of the communities it works in, and as such you must show a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the values and behaviours which flow from the Oasis ethos. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks.
The successful candidate must have the right to work in the UK.
Oasis supports Equal Opportunities. Registered Charity No. 1163889
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Location: London (with hybrid working of 2/3 days in the office)
The position:
Scleroderma & Raynaud’s UK (SRUK) is the only charity dedicated to improving the lives of people affected by Scleroderma and/or Raynaud’s. They exist to improve awareness and understanding of these conditions, to support those affected, and ultimately to find a cure.
This is an exciting time to join the organisation. SRUK are scaling up to enable them to deliver a significant increase in the level of investment for research so that people affected by Scleroderma or Raynaud’s have access to the most relevant treatment, information and support. They are looking for someone with the drive and ambition to foster strategic partnerships to help make this a reality.
As Head of Research & Information, you will play a key role in delivering an ambitious research strategy to achieve life changing results for people with Scleroderma and Raynaud’s, working closely with those affected and the medical and scientific community.
Working with the Chief Executive the Head of Research & Information will:
- Lead the delivery & further development of SRUK’s research strategy, including delivery of two ambitious data-centric projects – the Patient Registry and the Raynaud’s App
- Proactively identify new strategic research & funding opportunities
- Oversee the delivery of the research grant process and manage the Research Grants Committee.
- Oversee the development and delivery of SRUK’s portfolio of information and support for the Raynaud’s and Scleroderma community.
- Be a source of scientific expertise for the organisation. Develop SRUK in accordance with its constitutional and statutory obligations, financial framework, code of conduct and best practice.
- Report regularly to the Chief Executive on the progress of SRUK’s work and to act as a member of the SRUK’s senior management team.
Requirements:
- Qualified to PhD level or equivalent post-graduate qualification, you will have proven experience of biomedical and/or epidemiological research.
- You can demonstrate a clear understanding of the research grant funding process.
- You have excellent communication skills.
- You have the ability to build successful strategic partnerships across healthcare, health-tech and/or research sectors.
- You have a desire to create positive change and to make a real difference to the application of research to patient benefit, the quality of services and support for people with Raynaud’s and Scleroderma.
Battersea is supported by over 600 volunteers across our three centres. The Volunteering Team are responsible for the recruitment, training, and ongoing support of volunteers at Battersea. Our volunteering programme is accredited by Investing in Volunteers, and we influence best practice in volunteer management across Battersea.
We’re looking for a proactive individual who is passionate about volunteering to join our team as a Volunteer Coordinator. Our Volunteer Coordinators are responsible for coordinating volunteer recruitments, providing volunteer management advice and guidance to staff who work with volunteers, and establishing positive relationships with volunteers to ensure they have a fulfilling volunteer experience at Battersea. This role will work directly with kennel volunteers at Battersea London.
This role also has the opportunity to work on projects to improve our volunteer programme at Battersea.
The ideal candidate for this role would be someone who is passionate about the benefits of volunteering, for volunteers and animal welfare; and has experience of working constructively and collaboratively with colleagues from different teams.
What we can offer you:
In return for your commitment to our cause and to recognise the value of our employees, Battersea offers a range of benefits to support the wellbeing of our employees. These include:
- 28 days of annual leave (plus 8 days paid public holidays) per year
- Discounted gym memberships and cycle to work schemes
- Employee Assistance Programme and access to Wellbeing Resources.
- Generous pension contributions – up to 10% employer contribution
- Free healthcare cash plan, where you can claim for a range of treatment including dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody and acupuncture every year.
- Annual interest-free season ticket loans
We are also committed to providing learning and development to our employees. During your time with us, we provide support for your professional and career development, including access to digital and in-person training programmes, leadership and management training, mentoring and much more.
Our hybrid working model:
We operate a 50% onsite hybrid working model, with our office-based staff splitting their time between site based and home working. This enables our office-based staff to balance the benefits of home working with onsite collaboration and maintaining a connection to our cause.
Diversity and inclusion:
At Battersea, we are committed to developing and supporting a diverse workforce and inclusive culture in all aspects of our organisation. We aim to ensure that this pledge, reinforced by our values, is embedded in our day-to-day working practices and our work together.
By hearing from and valuing different experiences, perspectives, and contributions, we know we can provide the best expert care for every dog and cat who needs us. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those from diverse ethnic communities and people with disabilities, who we know are currently underrepresented in our workforce.
As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we will ask about any adjustments you may need at application and/or interview stage, and if you are offered a role with us, we’ll talk to you about any workplace adjustments you may need to help you perform at your best.
More about us:
At Battersea, we aim to never turn away a dog or cat in need of help. We give each one lots of love, expert care and get to know their characters and quirks so we can find them a new home that’s just right for them. Join us and help us be here for every dog and cat, wherever they are, for as long as they need us.
Closing date: 3rd September 2024
Interview date(s): 11th/12th September 2024
For full details, please download our recruitment pack.
To apply for the role, please click the button below. All applications must be submitted before the closing date advertised. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications is received.
Battersea is here for every dog and cat, and has been since 1860. We believe that every dog and cat deserves the best.
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Milton Keynes Community Foundation (MK Community Foundation) is a leading grant-making charity distributing funding where it's needed most in Milton Keynes. They play a key role as an enabler for the exciting and developing voluntary, community and cultural sector, providing millions of pounds annually in vital grants and property solutions to support healthy and inclusive communities across the city.
Milton Keynes is a growing city and by 2050 the population will grow from 270,000 to 500,000. MK Community Foundation are proud to be part of this vibrant, progressive, and entrepreneurial city with its richly diverse community. Like most cities however, it also has areas of deprivation and social challenge. By guiding businesses, philanthropists, and charities to the right giving and grantmaking, they’re on a mission for a fairer community.
MK Community Foundation are part of a global philanthropic movement of independent community foundations operating globally, of which there are 47 in the UK. Per capita, MK Community Foundation is one of the largest community foundations in the country, with endowed funds of circa £20m and a property portfolio worth circa £33m. Collectively, community foundations are the 4th largest funder in the UK and distribute over £100m annually to their local communities.
With support from Philanthropy Directors and wider team of 8 staff, this role will be managing the full life cycle of philanthropy, by raising funds from high-net-worth individuals, families and corporate supporters alongside assessing and making grant award recommendations and monitoring impact. You will be joining a diverse, highly collaborative team and culture that recognizes success comes from the whole team working together - driving their values of ‘Funding Fairness’. The vacancy has come about following internal promotion.
We are looking for a dynamic, personable professional with the ability to build long term relationships with philanthropists, donors, and grant beneficiaries alongside a passion for EDI and community development. Prior experience of fundraising either as a generalist, or in philanthropy/Major Gifts/HNWI or corporate fundraising is required, however with comprehensive support and training provided, this role will also be a fantastic opportunity for fundraisers who are looking to broaden their skills and experience into grant making. A passion for their mission and creating fairer communities is essential.
For further information about the role and organisation, please upload the full appointment brief below. To formally apply, please upload your CV and a 1-2 page cover letter on why you are interested and have the skills and experience via the link in the appointment brief.
Applications will be reviewed and actioned on a rolling basis, so please submit your application as soon as possible.
Closing Date: 15 September 2024
People Beyond Profit Conversations: Rolling
MKCF Interviews: 25 & 26 September 2024
Senior Technical Engineer – Infrastructure
We are seeking to recruit an Infrastructure Engineer to be responsible for leading the Infrastructure team and ensuring that the organisations infrastructure is maintained, is secure, is available and has the correct capacity to meet the organisation’s needs.
Position: SIT42 Senior Technical Engineer - Infrastructure
Location: Home Based, U.K Nationwide
Hours: 35 hours per week
Salary: Salary circa £39,655 per annum (inner London weighting £3,950 per annum or outer London weighting £2,100 per annum may be applied in accordance to where you live)
Contract: This is a fixed term contract for 12 months
Benefits: 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (this will increase with service up to 30 days, full time equivalent) cashback and discount scheme, employee assistance programme, learning and development, pension scheme, Life Assurance, Eye Care vouchers, Long Service Award, Tax-free childcare, Health Cash Plan, Working Pattern Agreement, flexible working opportunities available.
Closing Date: 15 September 2024
Interview Date: To be confirmed
Interviews will be held via video conferencing. Please let us know if this will present any challenges when you email your application.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
The Role
Reporting to the Infrastructure and Service Desk Manager within the Technology Team. The role of the Senior Infrastructure Engineer will work primarily within Azure & Microsoft 365 technical stack as we continue to adopt more of these technologies.
The role will require:
· Excellent understanding of Microsoft technologies
· Excellent understanding of technology security.
· Excellent understanding of cloud technologies – Azure / Intune / Defender etc…
· Excellent understanding of server & end-user applications
About You
Experience and Personal Attributes
· Experience working with Microsoft Azure as an Infrastructure Engineer
· Good level of literacy/written communication skills
· Good level of verbal communication skills
· Professionalism and integrity
To fulfil the role, you must have the right to work in the U.K
You will be asked to submit your CV and a covering letter of no more than two pages demonstrating how you meet the person specification and what you bring to the role in terms of your skills and experience.
In return…
This is an exciting opportunity to work with stroke survivors and their families to support them following stroke and to raise stroke awareness in the local population. We offer a host of amazing benefits and flexible working options, with opportunities to progress your career.
About the Organisation
Stroke Association. Rebuilding lives after stroke.
We believe everyone deserves to live the best life they can after stroke. And it’s a team effort to get there. We provide specialist support, fund critical research and campaign to make sure people affected by stroke get the very best care and support to rebuild their lives. Every five minutes, stroke destroys lives. Help us rebuild them and join our team.
You may also have experience in areas such as Infrastructure, Infrastructure Team Lead, Infrastructure Team Leader, Infrastructure Manager, IT, IT Systems, IT and Cyber Security Officer, Data Security Officer, Programme Manager, Programme Officer, Cyber Security Project Officer, Hardware Engineer, Cyber Security Officer, Support Engineer, 3rd Line Support, 3rd Line Support Engineer, Infrastructure Engineer, Infrastructure and Security.
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Job Description
Job Title: Charity Finance Manager – part-time
Location: Hybrid - based at either our Stirling or Winchester offices
Salary: £39,000 (pro-rata)
Hours: - 22 hours/week - flexible, would consider a term-time arrangement.
Contract: Permanent
About us:
Learning through Landscapes is the UK’s leading school grounds charity, dedicated to enhancing outdoor learning and play for all. Our vision is a society where the benefits of regular time outdoors are valued and appreciated, and outdoor learning, play and connection with nature is recognised as a fundamental part of education, at every stage, for every child and young person.
We have unrivalled expertise based on three decades of experience, practical action and research. With offices in England and Scotland and staff based across the UK, our team and our accredited network of outdoor learning experts have the capacity to work nationally and internationally. Click HERE for more information.
We are a flexible, family friendly and supportive organisation. As such we consider all applications and are happy to discuss hours which suit school hours / terms, varied working times and more.
What you’ll be doing:
· Lead and line manage the accounts team
· Liaise closely with the CEO and Business Services & HR Manager to ensure the smooth and efficient running of the organisation
· Take responsibility for credit control and raising sales invoices to record grants or royalties or claim income from sources other than plain commercial training
· Manage the charity’s funds to maximise interest receivable within the terms of the investment policy
· Produce accurate monthly management accounts, cashflow forecasts and reports for trustees
· Prepare quarterly VAT returns and supporting non-business apportionment of calculations
· Prepare the annual PAYE Settlement Agreement submission and payment
· Review the monthly payroll
· Maintain and review finance software and systems in response to changing Trust requirements, identifying efficiencies or savings where possible
· Compile year-end adjustments, prepare a year end file for the auditors and produce the first draft of the Trust’s annual financial statement
· Work with Trusts and Foundations Fundraiser, helping with the preparation and review of the initial budgets required as the basis for applications for funding
· Assist managers with project budget costing, monitoring and review, grant claims and contracts for services
· Provide project budget and spend reports to project managers
· Prepare and file the Charity Commission Annual Return
· Keep LtL’s Charity Commission, Scottish Charity Regulator and Companies House records up to date and do the same for LtL’s dormant trading subsidiary.
· Contribute to the strategic development of the Trust
· Keep up to date with professional developments in the field
· Performing regulatory requirements as necessary, including ONS and Valuation Agency returns and other appropriate duties as required by the CEO.
What you’ll need:
- Experience of accounting for grant funded projects
- Experience of VAT partial exemption/non-business apportionment
- Experience of working in the charitable sector
- ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or AAT level 4 qualified. Qualification by experience may be considered
§ Computer literate particularly in Outlook, Excel and Word
§ Quick learner, logical thinker, numerically minded and reliable
§ Is able to work flexibly according to the needs of the Trust.
§ Working knowledge of Sage 50 Accounts and Sage 50 Payroll
- Excellent Excel skills
- Knowledge of CRM systems.
This is an indication of the scope of the role. If you don’t have all of the above but feel it could be the role for you, talk to us!
What we offer:
· Flexible working
· Holiday, 28 days + bank holidays + a “birthday gift” day
· Laptop, phone and all travel & subsistence expenses
· Family & carer friendly policies
· Training and CPD by agreement
· Sick pay
· Pension scheme – 5% employer contribution
· Subsidised Christmas meal
· Free office refreshments
· A supportive and welcoming team of colleagues.
We’re an equal opportunities employer. All suitable applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
We are actively seeking to increase diversity within our workforce and are committed to recruiting the best people on the objective basis of their skills, ability and experience. We offer a guaranteed interview to eligible applicants who opt-in to the scheme and can demonstrate that they have at least 50% of the “what you’ll need” list. To be eligible to apply via the Guaranteed Interview Scheme, you must be from an ethnic minority. Please state clearly in your covering letter if you are applying under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme.
We are happy to support with any reasonable adjustments that are needed within the recruitment process.
If you would like an informal chat about the role, please contact the HR Manager, Sarah Knott - see website for contact details.
To apply: Please send the following by email to our recruitment email - see website
· Your CV
· A covering letter explaining in no more than one side of A4, your interest in the role and the skills and knowledge you have that make you an ideal candidate
· Contact details (including email address and phone number) of two referees, one of whom should be your most recent employer.
The recruitment process:
The advert will run for a maximum of 6 weeks, until 18th September 2024. We are operating a rolling recruitment process and will interview suitable applicants as they come in. Subsequently, we may close the advert before the 18th September if we engage a candidate.
If you have not heard from us by 20th September 2024, you have not been shortlisted.
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