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A rare and exciting opportunity to support the fundraising, strategic development and impact evaluation of a wide range of Charities in the UK, as part of a friendly and supportive consulting team.

Charity Fundraising Ltd provides a comprehensive range of fundraising, strategic consultancy and evaluation services to Charities and other not-for-profit organisations. Established in 2000, our services range from grant and contract bid writing and review, to developing fundraising strategies, developing M&E frameworks and undertaking project and programme evaluations. We also offer a range of strategic support, mentoring and training. We work with lots of amazing charities, both local and national, small and large, across the UK, covering themes such as: Homelessness; addiction; youth; community; disability; mental health; minoritised groups; medical conditions; heritage; environment and more.

We are seeking an exceptional fundraiser who can offer a strong track record of driving organisational growth in the voluntary sector. Multi-year experience in two or more of the following core service areas is essential:

• Achieving major grant funding from trusts, foundations, lottery distributors, public sector agencies or similar.
• Planning and developing successful fundraising strategies and action plans.
• Undertaking voluntary sector project evaluations / developing M&E frameworks.
• Planning and developing successful contract tender submissions.

The role is varied and interesting - managing a portfolio of clients and supporting them directly or strategically with their fundraising, impact evaluation and organisational development. Our consultants are all employees and we work closely together as a supportive team, sharing and developing skills and knowledge. We anticipate the appointee may not hold experience across all core areas of our services. We will enable the appointee to focus on projects that play to their strengths and experience and provide further support and training as necessary.

Based from home (must be UK resident), with ad hoc client and team meetings/socials (all travel paid), mostly within England. All IT equipment provided. Full-time or part-time (minimum 0.8 FTE - 28 hrs).

Benefits include: 24 days paid annual leave (pro rata), 4% employers pension contribution, potential cash / annual leave bonus, CPD budget and paid CPD time + lots of opportunity to learn from our experienced consultant team.

Please note that applications will only be considered where the screening questions are fully completed.

Here's what some of our team say about working for Charity Fundraising Ltd:

"I don’t think I have ever worked with such a nice bunch of people, everyone has been very welcoming, supportive and just all round lovely" 

"I really enjoy working for CF because I get to work independently with a diverse range of interesting clients, and am also part of a great, supportive team - best of all worlds!"

“Supportive and fun team; and great to learn new ideas from others fundraising skills, knowledge and expertise”

"I love being part of such a passionate, professional team and who prides itself on building close working relationships with each other and with our clients."

JOB DESCRIPTION AND PERSON SPECIFICATION

As an eCommerce Assistant, you will play a vital role in our dynamic retail team, working closely with the eCommerce Manager to manage daily operations and support income growth. This will be achieved through the sale of a wide variety of donations from our high street shops on our online platforms, primarily eBay and other marketplaces.

Your core responsibilities will include processing high-quality stock, managing listings, providing excellent customer service, dispatching orders, and supporting a team of volunteers to ensure smooth and efficient operations. You will also collaborate with Shop Managers to communicate stock requirements and maintain a steady flow of donations. In addition, this role involves supporting the organisation and participation in events to drive sales and raise awareness, alongside collaborating with auction houses, where appropriate, to secure the best price for high-value items.

The ideal candidate will have demonstrable experience in online sales and, ideally, working knowledge of eBay and other online marketplaces. Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a good level of written and spoken English are essential.

Responsible to

eCommerce Trading Manager.

Working hours and contract

Permanent, full-time (35 hours per week).

You will primarily work Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 5.00pm, with flexibility to work weekends as required by the needs of the business.

Salary

25k per annum.

Location

Based at our West Norwood Retail Office, SE27 9AA

Start date

As soon as possible.

Role Responsibilities:

· Support daily operations of online stores, focusing on efficiency, quality assurance, and achieving listing and sales targets.

· Create high-quality listings across various e-commerce channels with a focus on product condition, clear descriptions, and accurate details.

· Ensure daily listing targets set by your line manager are met consistently.

· Adhere to efficient processes for stock processing, listing optimisation, and order fulfilment, ensuring all steps meet company standards.

· Oversee the production of high-quality photographic assets for product listings and marketing activities.

· Control pricing strategies to maximise sales and profitability, supported by regular sales and performance analysis.

· Collaborate with auction houses, where appropriate, to secure the best price for high-value items, maximising the impact for our beneficiaries.

· Support the organisation and participation in events and pop-ups to drive sales and raise awareness of our mission.

· Work closely with Shop Managers and the Donations Hub team to source appropriate volumes of stock to meet listing targets. Provide training and development to win hearts and minds and ensure smooth stock supply.

· Maintain high standards of customer service across platforms by responding promptly to inquiries, feedback, and complaints, enhancing customer satisfaction and retention.

· Ensure volunteer and team expenses are accurately recorded and comply with relevant procedures.

· Follow correct procedures for processing retail Gift Aid to maximise its value for the charity.

· Support the training and management of volunteers, providing inductions, supervision, feedback, and ongoing support to create a positive and productive work environment.

· Collaborate with marketing and communications to implement effective online sales strategies and optimise the charity’s online presence.

· Research and monitor industry trends, sales data, and best practices in eCommerce, applying new learnings to improve performance

· Proactively assess personal development needs and seek out opportunities for growth within the eCommerce field.

· Ensure adherence to financial and security protocols for online sales and maintain operational functionality.

· Support the maintenance of equipment and ensure it is in good working order to support eCommerce operations.

· Help maintain a clean and organised working environment, ensuring both the physical workspace and digital records are well-managed.

· Ensure fulfilment processes are followed, including packaging items securely, checking that details match orders, meeting dispatch times, adhering to inventory procedures, and processing returns as per policy, to maintain a high standard of customer satisfaction.

· Coordinate with third-party logistics providers to ensure timely order dispatch and shipping.

· Identify areas for continuous improvement in fulfilment, customer service, and operational processes, suggesting and implementing solutions to increase efficiency and effectiveness.

· Help maintain a safe working environment for staff and volunteers, adhering to health and safety policies and assisting with necessary safety training.

Person specification:

Skills, knowledge & experience

Essential

• Experience with online marketplaces, particularly eBay and Depop, for listing and inventory management, and supporting sales and fulfilment.

• Ability to assist with sales analysis, understanding basic metrics to help improve performance.

• Basic photography skills for creating high-quality images of products for listings.

• Knowledge of popular brands and the ability to identify items that have potential value for resale.

• Research skills to gather information on items, brands, and trends to support listings and pricing decisions.

• Good communication skills, both verbal and written, with attention to detail.

• Commitment to delivering exceptional customer service, responding to inquiries and resolving issues efficiently.

• Understanding of eCommerce best practices, with a willingness to learn and apply new trends and technologies.

• Strong planning and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively and meet deadlines.

• Basic problem-solving skills, with a logical and calm approach to operational challenges.

• GCSE grade C or equivalent in Mathematics and English or a similar qualification.

Personal Attributes

• Comfortable working in a small team, with a positive, “can-do” attitude.

• Highly organised, with the ability to prioritise tasks and maintain efficiency under pressure.

• Adaptable to changing circumstances, able to handle a fast-paced, evolving environment.

• Proactive and willing to take initiative, suggesting improvements to processes and operations.

• An understanding of and commitment to supporting blind and partially sighted people, aligning with the charity’s mission.

Desirable

• Experience working in charity retail or a similar sector.

• Basic knowledge of Gift Aid and its application within charity retail operations.

• Understanding of marketing principles as they relate to online sales and branding.

• Experience with planning and organising events or promotional activities for online sales.

Flexibility

· The role description is a general outline of duties and responsibilities and may be amended as the charity develops and the role grows. The post holder may be required to undertake other duties as may be reasonably required from time to time.

Kiran Support Services is a specialist South Asian charity providing refuge accommodation and outreach support to Asian women fleeing all forms of VAWG and harmful practices. Our services include refuge accommodation, resettlement and outreach support, advice and advocacy services, counselling and immigration advice and casework support.

We are a small team dedicated to providing intersectional culturally specific support to vulnerable women and their children through high quality services delivered in South Asian languages tailored to meet individual needs.

We are looking for a highly motivated and passionate women to join our team. If you have got what it takes to support, listen, laugh and cry on the journey to helping re-build someone’s life then contact us to find out more about the roles.

Job Title: Outreach & Advocacy Support Worker/ IDVA

Hours: 35 hours per week, 28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays

Annual Salary: £30,000 - £32,000 plus pension contribution.

Location: London Borough of Waltham Forest

Ref: KSS/Outreach25

Start date: 1st April 2025, 1 year fixed term contract. Extension for 1 further year subject to funding (provisionally agreed).

The main purpose of this role is support women and children living in the community in Waltham Forest and surrounding boroughs through the provision of one to one advocacy, advice and casework support. You must have a sound knowledge of housing legislation and welfare benefits. The role will require you to run advice surgeries and support groups to a wide range of Asian women across 3 boroughs.

An understanding of the intersectional complexities and dynamics of domestic abuse and its impact on women from South Asian communities is essential.

You will have demonstrable experience of providing advice and support to Asian women who have experienced domestic abuse, harmful practises and all forms of VAWG (violence against women and girls). You will be experienced at completing risk assessments and support planning. You will have a working knowledge of welfare benefits and housing legislation. An understanding of the issues faced by migrant women with no recourse to public funds is desirable.

It is essential that you are able to speak fluently in at least one South Asian language (Urdu / Punjabi preferred).

If you do not have the above qualifications or experience and are interested in either of the  roles and would be willing to undergo supported training please email us to arrange an informal chat about the role and how we could support you to train on the job. 

Closing date for completed applications is midnight Friday 7 February 2025

Interviews will be held on 13 & 14 February 2025

Due to the sensitive nature of these roles they are advertised in accordance with the provisions of the Occupational Requirement (Equality Act 2010, pursuant to schedule 9 part 1). 

Successful applicants will be required to have an enhanced DBS check.

We are looking for a Conference Organiser who is highly skilled and experienced in delivering large scale conferences, exhibitions, and events and who will be responsible for designing, planning, delivering, and evaluating several complex and high-end conference for the Royal College of Radiologists (RCR), a charity that that focusses on supporting doctors to deliver medical imaging and cancer services.

You will be required to work closely with the RCR Learning team and directly with the Events and Operations Manager, the Marketing Manager and the Corporate Partnerships Officer as well as working with a dedicated group of subject matter experts (SMEs) who will lead the clinical aspect of the programme creation. In addition to this you will also actively participate in an internal working group of key stakeholders and 3rd party providers to ensure the smooth running of the conference. 

During the term of the role, effective evaluation and review will be required at all stages of the project including future proofing for the next event and supporting the identification of venues. 
Strong financial knowledge and experience is essential, and we are seeking someone who has strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills to ensure our conferences are delivered on time, with in budget supporting the organisational goal of financial sustainability.

The post holder will join our dynamic team at a pivotal time as we develop new and existing learning products for our membership and allied healthcare professionals and drive forward our global ambitions by creating and delivering an exciting programme of annual events. 

The ideal candidate will be proactive, have strong verbal and written communication skills and bring expertise and market knowledge to advise on latest trends to support event delivery.

What you’ll do:

• Develop and deliver from conception to completion a high level, complex event for audiences based in the UK and globally. 
• Lead on all operational and logistical delivery of the event. 
• Work closely with subject matter experts to generate an inspiring and up-to-date programme, streams, and content.
• Manage end to end experience for our delegates, guest speakers, staff, volunteers, and VIPs to ensure relevant information is produced to support their attendance, pre-event, during the live event and post-event, which is clear, accurate and accessible.
• Produce an accurate budget for live products, including direct costs, as well as forecast delegate and sponsorship income.
• Design, deliver and co-ordinate a substantial exhibition, managing expectations and ensuring customers and partners experience a high-quality service. 
• Pro-actively contribute to the evaluation, feeding back on logistical and operational learning and recommending next steps. 
• Develop and deliver an abstract competition, which aims to provide a platform for those who wish to share their research.
• Support the team in event delivery throughout the year.

What you’ll need:

• Experience of delivering end to end event management across in-person, online and hybrid formats using interactive technologies and facilitation techniques.
• Experience collaborating closely with external stakeholders to develop and deliver content.
• Experience in data collection and analysis to evaluate activities, generating reports containing actionable recommendations.
• Experience creating and managing robust budgets for a variety of activities.
• Experience providing high-quality customer service to stakeholders.
• Experience in process development and improvement.
• Proficient user of Microsoft packages 
• Effective interpersonal skills 

If you are looking for an exciting and impactful role that supports doctors' learning and development, find out more in the Conference Organiser, the RCR and instructions on how to apply in the candidate pack. 

Why join us:

• Make a difference to the lives of Doctors and the specialities they work in every day!
• Hybrid working (40% working week can be done remotely)
• Modern working environment
• Equipment provided to work from home
• Generous annual leave allowance
• Excellent pension scheme
• Interest free season ticket loan and cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme

We are currently looking for an Endowment Accountant and Business Partner to work with our busy and growing Finance team.

Key Responsibilities

Business partnership

• Provide a full business partnering support to the Endowment business unit:
• Build, maintain and develop effective relationships with members of the Endowment team and work closely with them to improve mutual knowledge and financial understanding.
• Serve as a key partner to Endowment leadership, acting as a ‘critical friend’ by challenging assumptions and activities were necessary to ensure alignment of strategic and financial goals.
• Develop the business partner role into one that is fully able to proactively support strategic decision making, provide forward-looking insight and analysis, deliver effective financial performance information, and support the development of a culture of value-for-money within the Endowment.

Accounting, reporting, budgeting and planning

• Perform the accounting for the property and financial investing activities of the business unit, including property rental income and expenditure derived from third party managers’ reports.
• Prepare regular financial reports, including P&L statements, balance sheets and cash flow statements which are tailored to both the Endowment’s and the wider organisation’s needs and aligned with their structures. 
• Prepare regular short- and long-term cash flow forecasts, and support cash management within the endowment as well as across the wider group. 
• Develop and track key performance indicators. 
• Develop and produce effective dashboards and other reporting to provide insight and support decision making. 
• Lead from a finance perspective the budgeting and forecasting processes for the Endowment, and support their integration into the wider organisation’s processes. 
• Support the annual property valuation process. 

Data insight and integrity
 

• Have a thorough understanding of the management, maintenance, flow and reconciliation of the financial data relating to the Endowment across multiple systems. 
• Conduct rigorous analysis of financial data, trends, and performance metrics to derive insights and offer recommendations for informed decision-making. 
• Use advanced financial modelling and analytics to produce actionable insights. 
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data for the endowment portfolio.
   

Collaboration

• Support the Endowment team with any new process, including working with other teams to ensure end-to-end financial integrity. 
• Support investment processes by assisting with KYC and overseas tax forms. 
• Collaborate effectively within the Finance team to enhance performance and ensure alignment with organisational objectives. 
• Work with internal/external auditors and other stakeholders are required. 
• Support governance processes by providing necessary financial information and analysis.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Knowledge and qualifications 

• Qualified or part-qualified accountant (e.g., ACCA, ACA, CIMA or equivalent) or qualified accounting technician (e.g. AAT) – desirable but not essential. 
• Understanding of the accounting framework and financial challenges for the property and financial investment sectors. 
• Strategic financial knowledge.

Experience

• Demonstrable success in preparing management information related to property and investment activities.
• Solid strategic financial acumen and commercial awareness. 
• Established track record of cultivating successful business relationships and partnerships.

Skills and abilities 

• Highly numerate with advanced Excel skills (essential, will be tested).  
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills (essential). 
• Advanced user of Access Financials, Access Analytics and Access Office Integration (desirable). 

Personal attributes
 

• Self-starter, able to work under own initiative and organise own time to meet deadlines. 
• Proactive in building and maintaining robust business relationships. 
• Strong business sense, with an ability to see the bigger picture beyond the numbers. 
• Deadline-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities. 
• Strong organisational and time-management skills. 
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and integrity in financial matters. 
• Flexible, able to work with and contribute to the team. 
• Attention to detail and accuracy.

Benefits

• Up to 12% employer pension contributions
• Annual personal development budget
• Annual health and wellbeing personal allowance £200
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and parental leave pay accessible without length of service requirements.
• Health and wellbeing programme that offers optional free yearly health check-ups.
• Support for healthy eating via fruit bowls and onsite lunch facilities.
• Agile working, flexible hours, and supportive IT kit.
• Shower facilities and bike lock area.
• Generous annual leave (27 days + bank holidays)
• Subsidies for glasses
• Employee Assistance Programme

Kiran Support Services is a specialist South Asian charity providing refuge accommodation and outreach support to Asian women fleeing all forms of VAWG and harmful practices. Our services include refuge accommodation, resettlement and outreach support, advice and advocacy services, counselling and immigration advice and casework support.

We are a small team dedicated to providing intersectional culturally specific support to vulnerable women and their children through high quality services delivered in South Asian languages tailored to meet individual needs.

We are looking for a highly motivated and passionate women to join our team. If you have got what it takes to support, listen, laugh and cry on the journey to helping re-build someone’s life then contact us to find out more about the roles.

Job Title: Refuge Support Worker/ IDVA

Hours: 35 hours per week, 28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays

Annual salary: £27,000 - £30,000 plus pension contribution

Location: London Borough of Brent

Ref: KSSBrent/RSW25

The main purpose of the Refuge Support Worker role is to support women and children escaping domestic abuse by providing safe accommodation and support to rebuild their lives through the provision of one to one support, helping them to make informed choices while ensuring they understand their rights.

You must have at least one year’s experience of working with Asian women in a refuge or other formal setting. An understanding of the intersectional complexities and dynamics of domestic abuse and its impact on women from South Asian communities is essential.

You will have demonstrable experience of providing advice and support to Asian women who have experienced domestic abuse, harmful practices and all forms of VAWG (violence against women and girls). You will be experienced at completing risk assessments and support planning. You will have a working knowledge of welfare benefits and housing legislation. An understanding of the issues faced by migrant women with no recourse to public funds is desirable.

It is essential that you are able to speak fluently in at least one South Asian language (Urdu / Punjabi preferred).

If you do not have the above qualifications or experience and are interested in the role and would be willing to undergo supported training please email us to arrange an informal chat about the role and how we could support you to train on the job. 

Closing date for completed applications is midnight Friday 7 February 2025

Interviews will be held on 13 & 14 February 2025

Due to the sensitive nature of these roles they are advertised in accordance with the provisions of the Occupational Requirement (Equality Act 2010, pursuant to schedule 9 part 1). 

Successful applicants will be required to have an enhanced DBS check.

About GISF

The Global Interagency Security Forum strengthens NGO safety and security practices worldwide. We have more than 130 member INGOs and offices in London and Washington, DC. GISF’s member-led structure makes us a trusted platform for collaboration, a driver of innovative security risk management (SRM), and a repository of best practices. We also work closely with policymakers to enhance their understanding of SRM. We strengthen NGO security practice worldwide by:

• Maintaining and building from our expertise in humanitarian security risk management
• Offering trusted platforms for coordination and knowledge sharing
• Driving innovation, capturing best practice, and improving SRM capabilities.
• Supporting policy-makers and the humanitarian system to increase their understanding of SRM and maximise access to people in need

What We Offer

• 25 days of annual leave increasing annually after 2 years, up to a maximum 30 days (plus bank holidays)
• Office shutdown between Christmas and New Year
• Employer Pension contributions
• A focus on professional development, including access to overseas events, workshops, and training

The Job

The Communications Officer will play a critical role in GISF’s Communications team, working closely with the Communications Lead. The Communications team supports the work of all other teams across GISF, including Research, Membership & Events, Policy & Advocacy, and more.

The Communications Officer will work on a wide array of communications outputs, including social media, e-newsletters, the GISF website, printed brochures, branded materials, the GISF podcast, and more. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working on a diverse range of communications products, using different software tools, and consulting with a variety of external contractors, such as web developers and printers. Being proactive and adaptable are key skills for this role.

Job Description

The Communications Officer will be responsible for creating content across a wide range of Communications platforms. Some of the core duties of the role include:

• Organising GISF’s social media posting on LinkedIn and X (Twitter). This includes writing text for social media posts, designing graphics using Canva, and scheduling posts using Agorapulse. The Communications Officer is also expected to follow social media and sectoral trends to identify opportunities for engagement.
• Maintaining and updating GISF website content. This includes uploading new resources and publications; ensuring the vacancies, events and training sections of the website are regularly updated; and acting as a contact point with GISF’s external web development support team, to introduce new elements to the website and resolve issues when they arise. The Communications Officer also collects monthly website data using Google Analytics.
• Writing and designing GISF’s fortnightly newsletter. The newsletter is designed and sent using Mailerlite, with graphics created on Canva. The Communications Officer is expected to proactively suggest content for the newsletter and make sure it reflects the latest news from GISF, as well as the wider sector of NGO security risk management.
• Designing printed materials. These can include flyers, brochures, display banners, and more for GISF events and external events. The Communications Officer is expected to ensure promotional materials are designed, printed and delivered in a timely manner to maximise engagement with attendees at events.
• Supporting in the dissemination of new GISF publications and products. The Communications Officer is expected to take a proactive approach in reaching out to external contacts to promote GISF’s latest content. The Communications Officer should develop a dissemination plan for each new product, encompassing external outreach, member engagement, social media promotion, and more.
• Supporting with the creation and dissemination of GISF’s podcast. This includes attending planning meetings to develop new episode ideas; assisting with recordings; liaising with external audio editors; uploading episodes to Spotify and YouTube; and promoting the podcast though social media, newsletters, and more.

Strategic support

The GISF Communications team consists of two people, and GISF has a staff workforce of around 20. Therefore, the Communications Officer is expected to play an active role in the team, contributing new ideas to both the Communications team and the wider organisation. This includes:

• Contributing to the development of GISF communication plans. The Communications Officer is expected to bring a clear plan of the communications schedule to regular meetings. They will think creatively and suggest new ideas including ways to grow GISF’s audiences, implementing plans for promoting specific GISF publications, and more.
• Identifying possible allies for GISF communications. This might include other NGOs, journalists, think tanks, or universities that cover similar areas of interest to GISF and can promote GISF content or collaborate on podcasts, blogs, events or webinars. The Communications Officer is expected to proactively identify and reach out to such individuals and organisations and connect with them on specific projects.
• Interpreting GISF’s analytics data to inform better strategies. The Communications Officer is responsible for gathering data for GISF’s monthly reporting, including analytics from GISF’s website, social media and e-newsletter. The Communications Officer is expected to note trends and suggest improvements.

Person Specification

Essential Skills/Experience

• Excellent communication and writing skills, and excellent attention to detail.
• Some experience in a similar job or volunteer role.
• Experience in developing communications content appropriate for different channels.
• Ability to create visual graphics/designs for communications outputs.
• Ability to summarise information and present it through clear and persuasive writing or visual representations.
• Confident user of digital technology and tools (particularly in relation to managing websites and social media platforms).
• Independency in work and flexibility to changing priorities.
• Willingness to support others and adapt to different tasks.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
•  Strong interest in the humanitarian and development sector.
• Ability to collaborate within an inclusive team environment.
• Sound knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.

Desirable Skills/Experience

• University qualification.
• Editing experience.
• Graphic design skills and video editing/multimedia skills (or motivation to develop them).
• Interest and/or experience in compiling and interpreting communications analytics.
• Experience using Google Analytics and Salesforce.
• Additional language skills (especially Arabic, French or Spanish).
• Motivated self-starter and ability to take initiatives.
• Experience in developing a communications strategy and identifying target audiences and key messages.
• Experience in using Mailerlite for mass email communication.
• Experience in managing websites (using WordPress) and SEO skills.

Learning & Development Opportunities

Working in the Communications Officer role at GISF offers many exciting development opportunities. These include:

• Travel opportunities. GISF hosts three major events in Europe and North America and attends numerous humanitarian sector events throughout the year, such as HNPW and AidEx. The Communications Officer will have the opportunity to travel to several of these events.
• Training opportunities. GISF has access to online training resources, opportunities to attend in-person HEAT training (depending on travel locations) and encourages personal development .
• Networking opportunities. As a membership organisation, GISF is connected to over 130 NGOs and related humanitarian organisations, providing a unique opportunity for staff to build strong and wide networks across the NGO and humanitarian sectors.

We're now The King's Trust. And we're still working for young people.

We've changed our name from The Prince's Trust to The King’s Trust. Rest assured, the support we offer young people remains the same. This change marks an exciting new chapter for us, and we hope you'll continue supporting us to transform young lives.

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We are looking for an experienced project manager to join us on a fixed-term basis until 31st October 2025 to lead the development, management and fulfilment of a £1m fundraising campaign with a high-profile media partner.

This campaign will support young people in London who will be leaving school in 2026-27 without a clear pathway from secondary education into employment, further education or training, and you will play a vital role in helping these young people to have a brighter future.

You will manage the overall relationship with the partner – acting as the key point of contact and ensuring the successful delivery of the campaign by promoting effective reporting and information flow between stakeholders as well as holding them to account for their deliverables.

You will help identify campaign activation opportunities and work with relevant King’s Trust colleagues to co-ordinate and fulfil fundraising approaches as well as developing the campaign infrastructure such as web pages, data flow and supporter stewardship journeys to maximise our chances of success.

We need someone who can establish and run effective project governance as well as creating the right conditions for decision-making and prioritisation of requirements – there will be lots of different teams involved in this campaign, so we need someone who’s highly organised and able to delegate or escalate actions as required.

Perks for working at The Trust! 

• Great holiday package! 30 days annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays. Office closure on the days between Christmas and New Year 
• Flexible working! Where operationally possible, our roles require a combination of office days and working from home (please speak to the hiring manager about this particular role)
• You can volunteer for and/or attend events – music festivals, The King's Trust Awards, active events etc. 
• In-house learning platform! Develop your skills for your career and your role 
• Benefits platform! Everything from health and financial well-being support to discounts on your favourite restaurants, shops and cinemas. 
• Personal development opportunities through our Networks – KT CAN (Cultural Awareness Network), KT GEN (Gender Equality Network), KT DAWN (Disability & Wellbeing Network), and PULSE (LGBTQIA+ Network). 
• Fantastic Family leave! Receive 13 weeks of full pay and 13 weeks of half pay for maternity and adoption leave. Receive 8 weeks of full pay for paternity leave. 
• Interest-free season ticket loans 
• The Trust will contribute 5% of your salary to the Trust Pension Scheme 
• Generous life assurance cover (4 x annual salary) 

Equal Opportunities 

Here at The King's Trust, we're committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. We want to be an organisation that's representative of the communities we serve, which is why we strive for diversity of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, race, religion and sex. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone, from any background, can be themselves and do the best work of their lives. 

We are looking for people that can bring different perspectives and experiences and especially welcome applications from those who are underrepresented in our organisation and sector, such as candidates from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds.  

We’re a Stonewall Top 100 Employer and we are an employer that is Disability Confident. Our staff, volunteers and young people are supported by KT CAN (our Cultural Awareness Network), KT GEN (Gender Equality Network), KT DAWN (Disability & Wellbeing Network) and PULSE (LGBTQIA+ Network). 

Safeguarding 

The King's Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of this commitment, we undertake basic disclosure checks in accordance with the Codes of Practice for all roles within the Trust, and for our roles working directly with young people, at an enhanced level. Having a criminal record will not automatically exclude applicants. 

Job Title: Graphic Designer

Reports to: Director of Policy & Engagement

Line reports:None

Contract terms: 21 hours over three days, one of which should be Thursday

Salary: £26,836 (£44,727 FTE)

Location:London-based, with hybrid working

The Royal College of Ophthalmologists is a membership organisation and the voice of the profession, with 4,500 members in the UK and overseas. Our role is to champion the specialty, set standards of training and practice, and influence change to make a difference to the lives of patients with eye conditions.

Job purpose

Part of the Policy and Engagement department, the Graphic Designer is responsible for developing engaging visual content, including digital and print media and merchandising, to help deliver the College’s strategy and operational plan. This newly created position is an exciting opportunity for a creative and skilled designer to play a pivotal role in strengthening the College’s visual brand identity – ensuring greater professionalism, accessibility and consistency in all our communications and outputs.

Main responsibilities

Brand management

• Sharpen the College’s visual identity to help us achieve our strategic aims and build stronger connections with our audiences.
• Develop, champion and ensure compliance with guidelines and templates (Canva, Excel, InDesign, PowerPoint and Word) to clarify our brand architecture and foster brand consistency.
• Ensure that all designs adhere to accessibility standards and are inclusive

Design execution

• Work closely with colleagues across the organisation to deliver creative solutions that meet our business needs, including inputting to our forthcoming website redevelopment project.
• Design high-quality digital and print materials, including but not limited to branded collateral, case studies, certificates, course materials, infographics, merchandise, promotional materials, newsletter/email templates, position statements, presentations, reports, social media posts, videos, wall art and website content.
• Redesign and typeset College News, our quarterly membership magazine.

Content ideation

• Create fresh and innovative design concepts to engage our audiences.
• Keep up to date on design trends, tools and best practice, incorporating these as appropriate to enhance the College’s visual appeal.

Other

• Manage multiple design projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery.
• Liaise with external suppliers to ensure the production of high-quality print materials.
• Update the College’s photo library, acting as a key point of contact for staff across the organisation.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties as required by the College.
• Work outside normal hours as necessary to support the delivery of key organisational events.

Inclusion and diversity statement 

The College is committed to encouraging inclusion, equity and diversity among our staff, and eliminating unlawful discrimination, harassment and victimisation by complying with the Equality Act 2010. We want a working environment where individual differences and the contributions of all staff are recognised and valued. To do this, we will proactively tackle discrimination and disadvantage and ensure that no individual or group is directly or indirectly discriminated against for any reason. We expect all employees to champion and live our values through their work at every opportunity.  

Our values 

Inclusion

• actively welcoming a diversity of experiences and perspectives
• everyone being respected and encouraged to participate regardless of their background or role

Integrity

• being open and honest, demonstrating accountability in all its work
• evidenced-based and transparent decision-making, utilising a range of data, information, expertise and experience

Innovation

• creating novel opportunities to advance and deliver on its aims, anticipating changing circumstances
• actively welcoming fresh ideas and approaches
• fostering a climate of ambition and excellence drawing on expertise from across the College’s communities

Improvement

• being a learning organisation, reflecting on both successes and mistakes
• continuous and sustainable development across all its activities

Person specification

Knowledge, qualifications and experience

• University degree or professional qualification in graphic design or similar
• Significant experience of designing high-quality digital and print outputs, including animations/videos, e-newsletter and social media content, magazines/publications, and marketing collateral
• Excellent proficiency in using graphic design and video editing platforms and tools, particularly the Adobe Creative suite
• Solid experience of Excel, InDesign, PowerPoint and Word template development
• Experience of overseeing brand consistency and acting as a brand steward
• Working knowledge of accessible and inclusive design best practice
• Knowledge of emerging design trends

Skills and abilities

• Ability to generate original ideas, take initiative and problem solve
• Demonstrable ability to translate complex information into visual products
• First-rate layout skills
• Outstanding attention to detail and solid design proofing skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and an ability to build and maintain positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Good communication skills
• Adaptability and an ability to work well under pressure and manage often conflicting demands within tight timeframes

Personal qualities (attributes)

• Natural curiosity and creative flair
• Commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and understanding of how this applies to own area of work
• Commitment to own continuing professional development
• A positive, ‘can do’ attitude and a matter-of-fact approach when ideas or designs are rejected

Staff benefits

We offer a friendly and supportive working environment and make sure our employees are well looked after with a great benefits package, which includes:

Work life balance and family friendly benefits

• Hybrid working: two days in the office (one of which is Thursday), and three from home
• 25 days of annual leave, increasing to 30 days with length of service (plus bank holidays and office closure between Christmas and New Year)
• One day of paid leave to move house
• Enhanced parental leave

Planning for your future

• Employer pension contributions up to a maximum of 12%.

Career development

• All staff are offered opportunities for learning and development, in addition to a comprehensive e-learning package
• Study loans

Travel

• Season ticket loan
• Cycle to work scheme

Wellbeing

• Summer Fridays (staff can finish 90 minutes early from mid-July to the end of August
• Enhanced Employee Assistance Programme (with access to free counselling sessions)
• Health Cash Plan

How to apply

Please submit your CV (maximum two pages), cover letter (maximum one page) and a link to a portfolio demonstrating digital and print design projects. The cover letter must explain what makes you suitable for the role. Please use the job description for reference.

Interviews will be held at our office in Euston, the week commencing 3 February 2025. Please indicate if you are likely to need any reasonable adjustments to successfully complete this interview.

Applicants must already have the right to work within the UK without restriction. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

The closing date for applications is 23 January 2025.

Would you like to work with nursery age children inspiring the next group of Coin Street champions?

Do you have a level 2 or 3 qualification in working with children?

How would you like to be part of a friendly team doing a job that makes a difference to children’s lives in an organisation that puts people before profit?

If the answer is YES then we would like to hear from you

Coin Street Nursery have a fantastic opportunities for experienced, energetic, and enthusiastic early years educators to join our team. 

We are looking for people who have: 

• a recognised qualification in childcare, ideally NVQ Level 3 or above or NVQ Level 2
• appreciate the importance of parent partnership
• knowledge of how to support children’s learning and development 
• a can-do and enthusiastic attitude
• an understanding of how to safeguard and protect children

What can we offer you?

• Competitive salary (based on your qualification and experience)
• Flexible working days for better work-life balance
• Access to high quality training
• Coaching and mentoring support
• Generous pension at 8% - 5% from the employer if you contribute 3%
• 20% discount of childcare fees
• 35 days off a year, including 8 bank holidays, 3 days off between Christmas and New Year (additional days awarded for long service)
• Personal development grant of up to £1,000 per year

There's more… 

• Six inset days per year (three for nursery staff only and three with the wider Coin Street team)
• Refer a friend bonus of £500 for existing employees
• Health and wellbeing package including a confidential employee assistance programme and online therapy sessions plus free gym and daily fresh fruit
• Season ticket loan and cycle to work scheme (on completion of probation)
• Staff social events (summer BBQ and Christmas party)
• Opportunities to join Coin Street committees (for example the Black lives Matter Race & Equality Steering Committee, Inset planning, staff social committee)
• Local retail (star card) and online discounts

Contract
Permanent, 40 hours per week (shift rotas). We are open to part-time options.

We are looking to recruit a new Dad Matters Project Lead, who will adopt an ownership mentality to shape and deliver the Dad Matters Project across Surrey.

Dad Matters Project Lead
Employer: Home-Start Surrey. The post holder will be working across Surrey
Hours of work: 37 hrs per week to include some evenings and weekend hours
Salary: circa £45k
Responsible to: Dad Matters Surrey Steering Group Lead
Base: Remote with county-wide travel

Dad Matters Surrey (a Home-Start Surrey Project) exists to support dads to have the best possible relationship with their families. We do this by providing 1:1 and group peer support, helping Dads make sense of parenthood, and providing or signposting Dads to mental health support and access to relevant services. Working closely with other professionals, we are able to better support dads in the first 1001 days of their parenting journey.

Alongside the steering group, the Project Lead will be responsible for recruiting a team of volunteers (and eventually staff) to expand the project, and will play a key role in awareness, fundraising, and support provision. The right candidate will be able to articulate a strategic plan, identify the steps necessary to make that plan a reality, and action those steps. They will need to be passionate about Men’s Mental Health and exude that passion into the project.

The right candidate will be able to juggle multiple responsibilities around service setup and delivery and forward planning, managing the day-to-day but also seeing the bigger picture. You will be good at working with others, ready to speak up and ask questions, be thoughtful and open to learning.

Home-Start is committed to equality of opportunity and diversity, and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and experiences, including those with lived experience of, or insight into, socio-economic disadvantage. We would also like to hear from people who can bring some of the following skills and expertise: Project Launch, Governance, Project Strategy and Management, Men’s Mental Health, Safeguarding and Individual or Group Service Delivery.

We are also committed to safer recruitment practice as an important part of safeguarding and protecting children and adults.

An enhanced disclosure check will be required.

Closing date for applications: Sunday 26th January 2025 at 11:59pm.
Interviews to follow.

Interested?

PLEASE PRESS THE 'HOW TO APPLY' BUTTON FOR MORE INFORMATION.

No agencies please.

We are looking for a bold, ambitious, and dynamic Director of Fundraising and Communications to lead our first ever Fundraising and Communications team as we celebrate our 40th year. 2025 will also see the Charity launch a new brand, and new name as we change from Rape and Sexual Abuse Support Centre (RASASC) to Rape Crisis South London (RCSL).

Working closely with the CEO, and as part of a newly formed Senior Leadership Team, you will play a crucial role in creating and implementing our ambitious plans. You will lead on creating a strong fundraising culture across the organisation and build a fundraising mindset into our marketing and communications. You will lead the development and implementation of a new fundraising strategy, including working with teams across the organisation to build a funding pipeline that not only sustains our current services in the longer term but increases income in line with our strategy for growth. This will include diversifying our income through generating a mix of funds from trusts and foundations, corporate partners, individual giving and community fundraising. You will also support the development and delivery of our Communications Strategy. 

This is a career-defining role, working with a wonderful and passionate team. If you share our ambition and our values, we will give you the resources and support you need to succeed. You'll have a programme of activity to enthuse and engage the support we need to fulfil our mission of providing specialised counselling, support and independent advocacy for women who have experienced rape or sexual violence.

The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate their support for Rape Crisis South London’s values and commitment to feminist principles.

The position is offered as permanent, full-time opportunity, with three days in the office. The post is open to female applicants only as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.

To apply, please upload with an up-to-date CV and cover letter (of up to 1,500 words) identifying how you meet the essential and any desirable qualifications, skills and experience by clicking on the ‘Apply’ button. 

We are looking for an experienced Regional Development Coordinator, to lead the coordination and management of all aspects of the StreetDoctors operations within the Northern Region (North West, North East and Yorkshire), and to ensure our programmes are fit for the future.

We are an award-winning national charity which trains over 12,000 young people affected by street violence each year in emergency first-aid through a team of 350 healthcare volunteers and youth workers. We empower young people with the skills to become part of the solution to violence by developing the skills and confidence to save lives and increasing their understanding of the medical and psychological consequences of violence.

As the StreetDoctors lead for the Region, you will provide leadership in partnership development, volunteer management, the delivery of training and maintaining quality standards.

The key areas of focus include:

• To create, develop and maintain partnerships with a range of organisations including, funders, commissioners, community organisations, criminal justice organisations, education providers and youth organisations.
• To develop and manage engaged volunteers and youth workers and ensure their expectations are aligned to the organisation's objectives and provide the best volunteering experience possible.
• To ensure the quantity and quality of training sessions and projects meet the required targets and new opportunities are maximised.

At StreetDoctors we believe diversity supports innovation and creativity. We are committed to equality of opportunity, being inclusive, and being representative of the people we are here to support. We would therefore encourage applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds.

Contract length: Permanent

Location: North West London

Hours per week: 35, hybrid working with minimum two days in the office

Salary:  £32-35k depending on experience

Closing date for applications: Sunday 26th January 2025 at midnight, interested applicants are encouraged to apply early.

Interview dates: We will be conducting Teams interviews w/c 27th January, followed by an in person interviews w/c 3rd February.

Are you a digital fundraising expert passionate about making a real difference for animals in need? We are looking for a Senior Digital Fundraising Officer to join us at Mayhew.

We’re a passionate, committed and diverse team of c80 staff and c150 volunteers. We offer expert veterinary care, rescue and rehoming services, programmes in the community and guidance and support to improve the lives of dogs and cats in need.

Based in London with hybrid working opportunities, this role offers an exciting chance to combine creativity, strategy, and data-driven insights to support Mayhew’s vital work for dogs, cats, and communities in the UK, Afghanistan and Georgia.

This is a key role in the Fundraising Team at Mayhew helping to generate significant income from our digital audiences, ensuring they’re engaged with Mayhew and committed to supporting our aims to deliver greater impact for animals.

This role involves managing a range of fundraising campaigns across multiple digital channels– including social media, email and PPC, ensuring that campaign deadlines and income targets are met, and all activity is evaluated to drive future improvements.

The successful candidate will take a leading role in growing our supporter base through engaging digital acquisition activity, as well as maximising income through the cultivation of audiences already warm to Mayhew.

Our new Senior Digital Fundraising Officer must be experienced in planning and delivering fundraising campaigns across a range of online channels, with strong project management skills and experience in both acquisition and retention of donors, keeping them engaged via compelling fundraising communications. You will have an excellent understanding of digital fundraising, and hands-on experience of working with Facebook, PPC, email and web platforms.

You will be a strong multi-tasker, with the ability to hit deadlines. You will combine creativity with a solid foundation of technical and analytical skills and have proven experience in developing and delivering digital fundraising content.

Generally, you will be:

• Leading and delivering digital fundraising campaigns across paid social media, email, and PPC channels, including creative development, audience segmentation, testing and evaluation.
• Developing and implementing audience-focused acquisition and retention strategies to grow Mayhew’s supporter base and maximise income.
• Consistently produce, edit, and proofread engaging fundraising copy for digital campaigns and online content, ensuring accuracy and alignment with our objectives.
• Building engaging landing pages and ensuring our donation platform is functional, optimised, and user-friendly.
• Collaborating with internal teams and external agencies to improve donor journeys and online engagement.
• Consistently track digital expenditure and manage the digital fundraising budget to ensure cost-effective results.
• Tracking, reporting and analysing campaign performance to identify insights and improvements for future activities.

To be successful in this role, you will:

• Have a proven track record of delivering successful digital and multi-channel fundraising campaigns, including paid advertising on Meta, PPC, and email marketing.
• Have a solid understanding of digital fundraising tools, audience segmentation, and donor journey optimisation.
• Have strong analytical skills, creative campaign development, and exceptional written and verbal communication abilities.
• Be organised: able to multitask and prioritise workload, including organising and planning daily and weekly activities to meet deadlines.
• Be a team player with a proactive attitude and a passion for animal welfare.

Why Join Mayhew?

You’ll be part of an ambitious organisation with plans to grow income and broaden our impact for dogs, cats, and communities. We work collaboratively and flexibly, always supporting one another to take opportunities and to manage competing priorities so we can achieve our objectives.

If you’re ready to make a real difference and thrive in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today to join Mayhew and help us create a better future for dogs, cats, and the people who love them.